The question what if Disney princesses wore historically accurate outfits? is a popular one on this blog. We’ve had some fantastic illustrations that explore the idea. The cosplay above takes that idea and turns it into reality. Photographed by Marni Imagery there’s a collection of design talent on display here. Cinderella by: Felix (additional help […]
Archives for March 2014
Gaming history: Dungeons & Dreamers review
The 40th birthday for Dungeons & Dragons happened this year, the community celebrated it and the hobby basked in some positive press attention. Today is International GM’s Day and it seems a fitting day to look back at the hobby. As it happens, I don’t need to do any research for this at all. Sitting […]
25 tips to help your GM this International GM’s Day
Today is International GM’s Day and to celebrate I wanted to put together a list of tips that players could consider, tips for helping their GM. Such a list was beyond me so I reached out to Reddit’s /r/rpg community and to Roleplaying Games on Google+ for ideas. The result is this abridged list. These […]
International GM’s Day: DriveThru RPG’s biggest sale
March 4th is International GM’s Day. It began life as a forum post by “Spunkrat” on EN World, was championed by Mark Clover of Creative Mountains Game and is now a thing. DriveThru RPG/RPG Now are big supporters and today is the site’s biggest sale. The most expensive RPG ever made – Sanguine Productions’ April […]
Lurking in the shadows: The Art of Thief
Thief is a game where you sneak around. Thief is a game of atmosphere and to that extent it makes sense to have an accompanying hardback of art. The problem The Art of Thief faces is what to include? If it goes the “mythos” route that art books sometimes take and explores characters and story […]
The Geek Handbook video project scrambles for cash on Indiegogo
[Back this Campaign] With just over $300 in the bank and 15 days left to raise the full $2,000 it looks like this campaign to do a video series version of The Geek Handbook is having to work hard for every dime. I’ve seen campaigns raise $2,000 in hours – so everything is possible. I […]
Make your own chocolate d20s
Late last year Our Nerd Home published a useful guide on how to make your own chocolate RPG dice. You needed some dice, silicone mold and chocolate. The ONH team have a walk through that even I would attempt. Grab some Silicone stuff from Amazon, wrap your d20 in it but leave a hole you […]
Wish They’d Let Me In: A Review of The Many Deaths of Edward Bigsby
Sometimes there are questions that do not warrant an answer and doors best left unopened. However, when a visitor calls and has time only to utter overexcited relief at finding you before expiring, the things best left undone might prove the only way… The Many Deaths of Edward Bigsby is a 34-page adventure for Trail of Cthulhu, […]
Short film: Waste
Monsters versus stoners. If you like the look of the paper monsters that pop up in this sort video then you can download the designs yourself. I suppose this is a public service film. The clue is in the name – Waste. Dan wastes things. These are his monsters. Not sure about weird stalky lady, […]
Epic Dire Wolf leather battle mask
Ever been in a grump that your RPG character could only really manage a leather helm without getting hit by vision or dexterity penalties? Didn’t fancy the look of your character as she stalks around dungeons and danger with a leather cap on her head? I think this dire wolf inspired helm from Epic Leather […]
