Category Archives: 5E D&D

Tales from the Tavern — Into the Fire

There’s something gloriously energising about organised play when the table composition is randomly thrown together. This was my first Thursday session rather than the usual Friday/weekend crowd. Noticeably quieter — but still with the same relaxed atmosphere. Thanks to train … Continue reading

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Northlands — Playable Flavour Done Right

Following on from my first post looking at the setting and flavour of Northlands… Why This Matters Players tend to ignore setting flavour unless it: Northlands clearly understands this. Almost all the setting flavour is reinforced by mechanics that push it … Continue reading

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When the Past Bites Back

There’s a particular rhythm to returning to RPG Taverns. You step back through the door, dice in hand, and the world has moved on without you—but somehow still feels familiar. This session was exactly that: a re-entry into Aranoa, with the … Continue reading

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Tarin Nerweller — Fire from the Gutter

In my last post, Rolling Dice in a Real Tavern, I mentioned that I’d properly introduce the character I’ve been bringing with me to RPG Taverns — and it’s overdue to make good on that promise. This is Tarin Nerweller: my first … Continue reading

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