Summary of Historical and Archeological Evidence In the below video, we explore the question surrounding the draw weights of historical Warbows, particularly during the Medieval period. For quick reference, below is a summary of our findings. For greater details please watch our video where we go into...
In this video, we compare the energy that is generated from 35# and 55# yew longbows. We later discuss Gambeson armor, referencing both historic and academic sources in order to prepare for our second video, where we will be using these two bows, plus a...
There is no “right way” to play a Roleplaying Game. What constitutes as fun on one table, might be a nightmare on another. The only thing that matters is that everyone is having fun. This article is purely an opinion piece for what we believe will...
Allowing Rolls even when it’s impossible to succeed. D&D is all about having fun and in a fantastical setting nothing is really impossible. But not allowing players to roll skill checks for tasks that would either require extraordinary magic or a series of role-playing events to...
Did firearms render armour obsolete in the late Middle Ages/renaissance? The short answer is… It’s complicated. There is no doubt that with the advancements of firearms in the medieval/renaissance period, we saw the gradual diminishment of armour use but there is a very common misconception that firearms...
The Feywild is often described as beautiful, light, and tranquil. But ultimately the realm shares a side of darkness and savagery that embodies nature’s feral side. When describing the scenery for the Feywild, DMs might emphasize the natural beauty of the environment while only foreshadowing the...
What is this clockwork creature, this mindless automaton? What is this metal Mike Wazowski lookin' thing? And hold up, is that other mechanical Staryu lookin dude? FIVE arms, really? Come at me bro- oh heck on second thought maybe do not hit me with your melee...
Topographically, it seems to be the same as the regular world. But everything is in shadow, everything is gloomy and depressing, and spending any time there will change a mortal being forever. Do what you have to do and get out. Absolutely it's a case of...
A popular choice for your warlock's patron deity is that of the Raven Queen. While not an official patron in 5e, the Raven Queen was a proposed warlock patron in Unearthed Arcana. The Raven Queen is a complex companion on your warlock's journey, granting you alternate...
Is Ghosts of Saltmarsh a campaign? Sort of; it depends on how you run it. It is not one single coherent campaign but rather a series of adventures. You can play them in sequential order, or you can pick and choose, or do them out of...