On the fourth day of Critmas, my players got from me, four lichen knights,three molding sprites,two seedling sprouts,and a Myconid with spores all around. Quick...
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Third Day of Critmas
On the third day of Critmas, my players got from me, three molding sprites,two seedling sprouts,and a Myconid with spores all around. Quick Description These looked at...
Second Day of Critmas
On the second day of Critmas, my players got from me, two seedling sprouts,and a Myconid with spores all around. I liked the way this little dude looked. A lot less...
First Day of Critmas
On the first day of Critmas, my players got from me, a myconid with spores all around. And so begins another 12 Days of Critmas! Artist: Brad Morris Quick Description...
The 5 Most Asked ‘How Do I?’ Questions About Being a Dungeon Master – Answered
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Arlington Road: This Thriller Made a Bold Movie in 1999
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