Top 20 RPG Monster Books That Every Game Master Needs
Unleash epic encounters! Discover the top 20 RPG monster books every Game Master needs to inspire, terrify, and thrill their adventuring parties.
Fantasy TTRPG
Best RPG books for fantasy TTRPG
Grim Hollow 2025 Review: Everything You Need to Know About the New Dark Fantasy Expansion
Step into the gloom of Etharis, and you’ll quickly discover why Grim Hollow is frequently whispered about in dimly lit taverns and around gaming tables populated by dungeon masters with a flair for the macabre. In the crowded landscape of D&D-compatible settings, Grim Hollow’s vision stands among the most arresting: here is a world brimming … Read more
Heliana’s Guide to Monster Hunting: A Deep Dive Review
If you’ve ever fantasized about wrestling legendary beasts, brewing potent elixirs from their glands, and forging enchanted blades from a chimera’s hide, Heliana’s Guide to Monster Hunting – Part One is the dream you didn’t realize 5E was missing. It’s more than just a monster manual with extra steps; it’s a vibrant, deeply modular supplement … Read more
Review of “Random Tables 1” by Paul Bellow
Paul Bellow’s “Random Tables 1” is a treasure trove for fantasy tabletop RPG game masters looking to infuse their campaigns with spontaneous and immersive encounters. This Kindle edition, the first in a series of seven, offers a wide array of meticulously crafted random encounter tables that cater to various elements of a fantasy world. From … Read more
Lore & Legends: A Visual Celebration of the Fifth Edition Review
Welcome, travelers and chroniclers of the illustrious game that is Dungeons & Dragons! “Lore & Legends” isn’t just another book; it’s a hefty tome that acts as a portal into the magical resurrection of D&D’s fifth edition. When the reinvigorated version of the game rolled out in 2014, many feared our beloved pastime was teetering … Read more
Pathfinder RPG: Pathfinder Player Core Hardcover Review
Hey there, adventurers and dice-rolling aficionados! Are you ready to delve into the heart of the Pathfinder RPG universe with the latest and greatest from the gaming shelves? We’re here to crack open the spine of the shiny new Pathfinder Player Core Hardcover, the ultimate tome designed to usher both newbies and vets into the … Read more
Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk Hardcover Review
The realm of Dungeons & Dragons is ever-expanding, gifting avid players and imaginative Dungeon Masters with new realms to explore and epic quests to undertake. The latest addition to this vibrant universe is “Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk,” described as a timeless dungeoneering adventure. It beckons both seasoned and fledgling adventurers to dig beneath … Read more
Bigby Presents: Glory of Giants Hardcover Review
It’s time to clutch your dice bags a little closer, brave adventurers, and prepare to quench your thirst for knowledge with the latest offering from the legendary library of Dungeons & Dragons: “Bigby Presents: Glory of Giants.” This colossal tome serves as a bridge to the fabled realms of the D&D giants, with the venerable … Read more
Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse Box Set Review
Welcome, travelers, to a review that transcends the very fabric of reality—the unveiling of the “Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse” box set for Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition! Whether you’re a seasoned planeswalker familiar with the twisting streets of Sigil from the bygone days of 2E or a newcomer eager to experience the grandeur of … Read more
Dungeons & Dragons Core Rulebooks Gift Set Review
Gather ’round, travelers of the fantasy realm, for today we delve into an artifact of immense power and splendor – the Dungeons & Dragons Core Rulebooks Gift Set. In a time where digital screens and brief distractions dominate our days, this gift set beckons us back to the table, to the flicker of candlelight, to … Read more
Xanathar’s Guide to Everything Review
In the vibrant world of Dungeons & Dragons, where imagination knows no bounds and the adventures are as limitless as the stars above, the arrival of Xanathar’s Guide to Everything has caused ripples of excitement across the realm. This tome, penned from the perspective of Waterdeep’s notorious beholder and crime lord, offers players and Dungeon … Read more
Random Fantasy Tables 1 Review: 5 Star Fantasy Encounters
Introduction and Confession I’m a little biased here as I wrote Random Fantasy Tables 1 – and quite a few other books over the years – but I wanted to give you a chance to see this massive collection of random tables, including encounters, NPCs, and more. While it’s light on interior art – there’s … Read more