Inspired by a number of D&DNext “I want” threads in reference to spellcasting, I had an idea. Many probably know that I’m protective of spellcasting classes, and a detractor of the old-style Vancian magic system. I far prefer 4E’s approach to magic that still rings of Vancian roots but moves away from it, albeit too […]
Roles, Classes, and Themes! Oh My! A #DnDNext conversation
I’m going to present a potentially radical idea that I’m sure many will scoff at, but it’s an idea that has been rolling around in my head for a while now. I’m no fan of Roles as they were presented in 4E, and I’ve made that fairly clear in a number of places over the […]
Opportunity Actions: Review – The Marvel Heroic Roleplaying Game
Hey, gang, it’s me again, your (not really) humble Opportunist. I’ve been doing a lot of reviews lately. Here’s another one. There’s a really great reason I’m writing a review of Marvel Heroic Roleplaying. I have been incredibly excited for this one to come out. I hope my excitement doesn’t bias my opinion of the […]
Opportunity Actions: Game Night Blog Carnival – Thunderstone
Welcome to the Game Night Blog Carnival! This is a feature we’re doing once a month with a few other RPG blogs. If you have an RPG blog, and would like to participate, check out the FAQ at the main Game Night page. For ages the vile Doom Knights have sought to gather the remaining Thunderstones to fulfill […]