The Myth of Party Roles in D&D 5E
There’s a lot of misinformation regarding party roles in 5E. Just play fun builds! If you wish to optimize, make builds contributing many things at once.
Why You Should Play Undead Warlock
The Undead Patron is shaking up character building and optimization, standing out even among intense Warlock competition with its unique and powerful features.
The Death Warden: An Undead Warlock for Lethal Campaigns
This character build combines Divine Soul Sorcerer with Undead Warlock for high damage, strong control and heavy party support by stacking multiple death wards.
The Two Problems with Tanks in D&D 5E and the Solution
The role of “Tank” does not function in D&D 5E as is popularly imagined, for two core reasons. What are these problems, and what is the solution?
D&D 5E Basic Build Series: Bard
Part of our D&D 5E Basic Build Series, this College of Eloquence Bard doubles down on the core Bard strengths in spell-based control and party support.
Healthy Paranoia in D&D
Healthy paranoia means acknowledging that your party faces life-or-death situations regularly, often against unknown opponents with unknown abilities, and taking sensible precautions.
D&D 5E Basic Build Series: Artificer
Part of our D&D 5E Basic Build Series, this Artillerist Artificer uses careful selection of spells and infusions to control the battlefield and support the party.
D&D 5E Basic Build Series: Monk
Part of our D&D 5E Basic Build Series, this Monk uses the Way of Mercy to poison, push, and overpower your foes with unrivaled unarmed combat abilities.
Guide to Rest Casting in D&D 5E
Rest casting is a simple technique in D&D 5E which spellcasters can use to make the most of their resources. What it is, how to use it, and why it works.
D&D 5E Basic Build Series: Paladin
Part of our D&D 5E Basic Build Series, this Paladin uses the Oath of Devotion to add additional party protection in the form of charm immunity.