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The Ring as Anti-Sacrament
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The Ring as Anti-Sacrament

July 22, 2026 Mark
Throwback Review: The One Ring, First Edition
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Throwback Review: The One Ring, First Edition

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Tolkien and the Power of Small Places in RPGs
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Tolkien and the Power of Small Places in RPGs

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The Long Defeat: Tolkien’s Philosophy of History
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The Long Defeat: Tolkien’s Philosophy of History

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Throwback Review: The Lord of the Rings Roleplaying Game, 2002
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Throwback Review: The Lord of the Rings Roleplaying Game, 2002

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Highmoon Press’s Ioun Star Quickstart now available
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Highmoon Press’s Ioun Star Quickstart now available

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Humblewood in the Mist Announced
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Humblewood in the Mist Announced

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Paizo Announces Layoffs and Organized Play Changes Following Financial Struggles
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Paizo Announces Layoffs and Organized Play Changes Following Financial Struggles

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Remembering John Blanche, the Artist Who Taught Me What Warhammer Looked Like
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Remembering John Blanche, the Artist Who Taught Me What Warhammer Looked Like

June 3, 2026 Mark

Review: The Ultimate RPG Campfire Card Deck

I’m always on the lookout for tools that enhance the storytelling experience and deepen character development. The Ultimate RPG Campfire

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The Journey Is The Destination: Enhancing Travel and Exploration in Your RPGs

In many RPGs, travel is often glossed over—a quick narration to move characters from one adventure to the next. But

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Review: Root: The Roleplaying Game

Root: The Roleplaying Game, based on the popular Root board game by Leder Games, immerses players in a war-torn Woodland

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Building Tension Without Combat

As a GM, you hold the keys to a universe brimming with possibilities. While combat is a standard method to

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Celebrating 16 Years of Dice Monkey

Today marks a significant milestone for Dice Monkey, as we celebrate 16 years of exploring, creating, and sharing in the

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Balancing Hope and Despair: Themes in a Moria Campaign

If there’s one place in The Lord of the Rings that perfectly captures the delicate balance between hope and despair,

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Nostalgia’s Role in Shaping Modern Gaming

In the realm of RPGs, the echo of dice rolling across tables laden with maps and character sheets is as

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Exploring the Depths of Moria

For many fans of The Lord of the Rings, Khazad-dûm holds a special place in their hearts. It’s a place

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What I’m Looking For in a Tabletop Wargame

When diving into a new tabletop wargame, several factors are essential for an engaging and enjoyable experience. From setup time

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The Rise of Solo RPGs: A New Era of Personal Storytelling

In recent years, the world of tabletop role-playing games has seen a significant surge in the popularity of solo RPGs.

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