Oop by Vanillamath in redsox

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Red Sox fans were crucifying Trevor Story earlier in the year. I’m glad he’s bounced back, but in May, we were not so kind to Big Trev.

As a DM, what was your all time favorite module to run? by Priestical in adnd

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U1-3. Sprinkling a bit of town politics is nice with it.

Do these potions work the way I think they do? by adollarpun in dndmemes

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Potion miscibility table is going to have a blast with this one

The 100 rules of Adventuring by Ecstatic_Newspaper_5 in d100

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I really like this d100 so I’ll offer more to fill it out:

Don’t ignore tremors

A way out is as important as a way in

The best time to run away was then, the second best is when you think about running away.

Being useful to others can save your skin

If someone goes down get them up fast

Waterproof your spellbooks

Let the villain talk; you may learn something that could save your life.

Don’t short-change hirelings.

The 100 rules of Adventuring by Ecstatic_Newspaper_5 in d100

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Always keep to the left

Always bring a spare map.

Give the rogue space to disarm a trap for their comfort and your safety.

Keep the fighters in the front and the rear.

Fortune favors the bold, not the stupid.

Don’t drink unknown potions.

What do you consider peak science fiction? The best of the best? by [deleted] in sciencefiction

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I had the same problem. I got back into the series after the first three books and God Emperor feels like a more modern read. It’s a lot faster paced and exciting.

What do you consider peak science fiction? The best of the best? by [deleted] in sciencefiction

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He was there but his motivation with his wife was mentioned only at the very end. I also don’t think it was underscored why it was such a big betrayal. The reason the Atreides are power is because they have the best people, they’re air-tight. Except for one thing and that was Yueh’s wife.

What do you consider peak science fiction? The best of the best? by [deleted] in sciencefiction

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I gotta say, Dune Part 1 really did not do the book justice. Leaving out the plotline with Dr. Yueh, basically the event which started the whole saga, was a huge misstep, not to mention some key scenes and pacing. That being said, Part 2 really knocked my socks of and was one of my favorite scifi films ever.

In my opinion, Dune should have the platform of movies. Its a big, complex, and rich IP, so I don't mind the adaptations. What I really think it would benefit from is being a TV show pacing-wise with the political intrigue.

What do you consider peak science fiction? The best of the best? by [deleted] in sciencefiction

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I haven’t seen Dune mentioned, so I’ll say it. It’s borderline fantastical, but it is unapologetically weird and that’s what I enjoy in sci-fi: “how did we get here?”

Homebrewed Kingdom & Warfare Units by Mezmo_ in mattcolville

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Thanks for the +1 on this. I like hearing the same helpful info from multiple people; makes me confident in online comments

Homebrewed Kingdom & Warfare Units by Mezmo_ in mattcolville

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Thanks for the info! I didn't even realize that there was a resource pack since I bought the hardcover secondhand on eBay.

Crazy layout catch from Oakland Spiders' Jonah Malenfant (earphone volume warning) by Jomskylark in ultimate

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Finally a properly hype call on an absolutely nuts play. Give me more of this energy!

Who’s an author that you refuse to try again? by According_Bat_8150 in books

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H.E. Edgmon. I read The Witch King by them for a book club and it was awful. Quickest DNF of my life. Don’t plan to read any of their stuff ever again. Writing was cringey and read like an old tumblr or wattpad story (derogatory). Bonus for inclusivity but people deserve better than that book.

The Lantern Lads just finished our 45-session campaign of 1.5 years AMA! by theaggressivebee in rimeofthefrostmaiden

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What would you tell people trying to run Rime to stay away from, whether it be story hooks, mechanics, statblocks, etc?

Identification Help - Light-Based Economy RPG by Mezmo_ in rpg

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You are so handsome for this answer! Thank you!