A fun way to introduce kids to Table Top Role Playing Like most people, I got into RPGs in my youth. This makes perfect sense, because RPGs take time, and that what youth have the most of. That’s also why some of us play less, if at all, as adults: we lack the time. Now … Read More “The Little Game Master – Introduce your kids to RPG’s” »
Vaikin Box: A modular, portable game & hobby storage system I am a big fan of minimalism in design and find immense satisfaction in a product that just *works.* I get an extra sense of “fizz” when that function doesn’t need a lot of window dressing to hide the inherent mechanics or resultant imperfections. I … Read More “Vaikin Kansepts – A modular solution for all RPG’s” »
The Walking Dead Universe RPG Earlier in the year, Bless These Dice showcased The One Ring RPG, released by Free League Publishing (see that review here.) This December, we caught up with Free League at PAX Unplugged and got to see their newest RPG release: The Walking Dead Universe. For our interview with Doug Shute … Read More “Free League Publishing – PAX Unplugged 2023” »
Let’s face it, this economy hits like a barbarian in rage. As nice as it is to have all the fancy RPG accessories, when you’re fighting IRL battles to feed your party, you may not be able to justify added expenses. That said, being a denizen of the Stenchstreets doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice … Read More “Gaming Hack – Dry Erase Index Cards” »
A Convention Worth Experiencing! In our previous post, we delved into the exciting world of Contropolis, the innovative convention series that transcends traditional comic book gatherings. Today, we shift our focus to the captivating realm of TTRPG (Tabletop Role-Playing Games) wares. Join us as we explore a selection of vendors we had the pleasure of … Read More “Contropolis: Comics, TTRPG Gear, and More” »
Prepare for an exhilarating journey as the masterminds behind Rhode Island Comic Con reveal their latest creation: Contropolis! With a impressive track record of curating unforgettable pop culture events since 2008, Altered Reality Entertainment, has launched a series of exceptional gatherings this year that promise to leave fans in awe. Immerse Yourself in Pop Culture … Read More “Unveiling Contropolis: The Ultimate Comic Convention Experience” »
Summer is here and we have some new Kickstarter TTRPG Campaigns that will for sure keep your dice hot! Grab yourself a burger and a nice cool drink cause these crowdsourced items are sure to keep you busy. Sundial Games- 2024 Quest Calendar: An Adventure-a-Day RPG Summertime is busy for a lot of people and … Read More “New Kickstarter TTRPG campaigns for July 2023” »
Recently the good folks at Dias Ex Machina were kind enough to give us some feedback on our content, and asked if we would take a sneak-peek at their upcoming re-release of their premium title Ultramodern5 (available soon on backerkit). I was unfamiliar with the title, but, being as embedded in classical fantasy TTRPG as … Read More “Ultramodern5 Redux is Great Content Made Better!” »
Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), the quintessential tabletop role-playing game, is launching an exciting lineup of new products in 2023. Get ready to embark on thrilling adventures with giants, delve into the lore of awe-inspiring dragons, and traverse the vast multiverse. From new player options to magical treasures, this comprehensive list unveils the exciting details of … Read More “Upcoming Dungeons & Dragons Releases You Won’t Want to Miss” »
Tabletop gaming is changing. Paizo, the creators of Pathfinder, is leading the way. They have partnered with over 1,500 game publishers. Together, they have developed the Open RPG Creative (ORC) License. Today we will explore the second draft of the ORC License. We will discuss its features and implications for the gaming community. A Brief … Read More “Paizo’s ORC License: Unveiling the Second Draft and Pioneering a New Tabletop Gaming Era” »
