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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

Dungeons should feel dangerous—places that inspire a healthy dose of fear when players send their characters inside. Survival should never be guaranteed. In the immortal words of The Eagles: “You can check out any time you like, but you can never leave.” #DnD #DangerousDungeons

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

At a mere 112 pages, will it be worth $30? 🔧 5 subclasses (incl. Cartographer) ⚙️ 5 species, 17 backgrounds, 28 feats 📜 New spell, bastion options, inventions 🌍 3 frameworks (noir, skyships, intrigue) 👹 20+ monsters for horror, heists & more #DnD #Eberron

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

Numerous hidden ranger outposts exist throughout the Vesve, operating independently or loosely coordinated with Highfolk and Veluna. Their positions are intentionally obscured to counteract humanoid incursions and are not publicly charted. #Greyhawk #Highfolk #DnD #LoreFriday

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

Quick Review: If you like dragons and adventure anthologies, Dragon Delves delivers. Easy to run, flexible, and varied enough for most tables. Not quite Tales from the Yawning Portal tier, but a solid B. Loses points for no new monsters and a weak “History of Dragons.” #DnD

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

Digging through the new Dragon Delves adventure anthology, and I couldn't help but notice a bit of a parallel to some classic #DnD pixel art from the old Gold Box #Dragonlance adventure, Champions of Krynn. I approve!

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

Say something NICE about an edition of #DnD that you HATE. 4th Edition: Monsters changing tactics or triggering different abilities based off of a character being bloodied (1/2 HP) is a great idea.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

Just used a Ring of the Ram to punt a hobgoblin into low-Oerth orbit; mid-monologue. 10/10 magic item. Would yeet again. #DnD #Dragonlance #MagicItems #RingOfTheRam

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

1985 was a legendary year for cinema. This is just a sampling. I double-dog dare you to name another year with as many instant classic films. Go ahead... I’ll wait.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

Ever have a moment like this at your #DnD table? A magic item that became central to the storyline, but was wielded by a single character? How did it turn out?

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

Now that it's been released, did anyone pick up a copy of Dragon Delves on preorder from @Roll20 and get Dragons of Divinity with it? I'd love to hear what you all thought of it. #Dragonlance #DnD

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

Hook me up, folks. What are the best, light-weight travel mechanics you've seen or used in in any #TTRPG system? Bonus points if it's #DnD though.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

#Greyhawk fans, how many of you are familiar with the region of #Highfolk? What are your thoughts on it, or what adventures have you played or run there? Your responses matter. #DnD

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

Monks in #DnD feel close to greatness, but something’s missing. Is it the focus on Eastern martial arts over general hand-to-hand combat? Are their abilities too thinly spread? Is the ki mechanic underwhelming? What would it take to make monks true slobberknockers?

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

Don’t stress, fellow DMs. Focus on fun and go with the flow. Start strong, end strong—everything in between is just the journey. You’ll zig, you’ll zag, but you’ve got this. Smile, roll with it, and when all else fails, fake it till you make it. #DnD #TTRPG #DMTips

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

What piece of non-magical equipment (no weapons or armor) is an absolute must-have in your adventuring kit? #DnD #TTRPG

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

AD&D DMG tip #47: Always track time. Especially in the dungeon. Especially when they think you forgot. #DnD #TTRPG

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 28/06/2025

Yeah, that gets yeeted into Ye Olde Trash Bin, folks. I don't need a cobbler threatening to swallow my soul.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

To the players who bring snacks, lift others up, and flood every session with fun and laughs: HERE'S TO YOU. DMs—take a moment to tag the players who make your table better just by showing up. We know they make every session worth all the effort. 🧡🍻 #RPG #TTRPG #DnD

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

#Highfolk lies on the upper reaches of the Velverdyva River, one of the Flanaess' most important trade arteries. Barges from Perrenland and beyond carry rare goods, and river piracy, smuggling, or escort work are common adventure hooks. #DnD #LoreFriday

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

What player "weird" or "silly" character concept did your DM or other players initially scoff at, only to become its biggest fans by the end of the first session? #DnD #RPG #TTRPG #ChronoTrigger

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

Tonight, I’m running and gunning with one of the oldest-school RPGs in video game history—the venerated classic: Adventure! Let’s get pixel-deep in nostalgia. 🕹️⚔️ #Atari2600 #RetroGaming

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

Final 24 hours! If you’re into #Shadowdark shenanigans and want a brutal trove of dungeons to grind your PCs into paste, this is it. I’m just one of many proud contributors. Grab it in hardcover, softcover, or PDF—your DOOM, your format. Link in the comments. #TTRPG

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

Want to capture the magic of a Zelda dungeon in your next D&D session? Here’s how to blend item-based progression, puzzles, and boss design into a killer dungeon crawl.🗝️🧵 #DnD #TTRPG #dungeonCrawl #Zelda

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

What is a story or narrative element that's missing from modern #DnD adventures?

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

I've got 10 boxes of old-school Dwarven Forge terrain, two months to prep, and a 6-8 hour one-shot 5th-level dungeon crawl to run. Hook me up with some stellar ideas or recommendations, and I'll give you a gold star. 🌟 #DnD #DungeonCrawl

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

When EVERYONE having fun is more important to the table than anything else, we all win.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

1 / Final Fantasy IV A monumental leap forward in storytelling. Cecil’s redemption arc, the sweeping score, and that moment on Mt. Ordeals—this was the game that made you gasp, cheer, and realize that RPGs could be epic. For many, it was their first pixelated punch in the feels.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

2 / Chrono Trigger Lightning in a cartridge. Time travel, multiple endings, dream team devs, and an unforgettable cast. Few games match its pace, charm, and polish. This isn’t just one of the best SNES RPG. It’s one of the best games ever made.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

3 / The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past Yeah, it's technically an action RPG, but it can't be denied. It redefined action-adventure games with dual worlds, item-based progression, and puzzle dungeons that still inspire designers today. A masterclass in game design.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

4 / Final Fantasy VI I’m breaking my “only game one from each series” rule, but FFVI demands it. Operatic, emotional, and massive in scope—with one of the greatest villain arcs in gaming. Its cast made you care, and Kefka's maniacal laugh still haunts our nightmares.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

5 / Secret of Mana Real-time co-op combat, a vibrant world, and one of the most atmospheric soundtracks on the system. Flawed, sure—but magical. The ring menu and party AI were ahead of their time, and it still oozes charm.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

6 / Super Mario RPG The gateway RPG for a whole generation. It taught kids turn-based combat with humor and heart. Who knew Mario and square damage numbers could go together so well? Timeless and endlessly replayable.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

7 / Dragon Quest V A genre masterpiece that we never got on SNES in the West, but it belongs here. A multigenerational story, monster recruiting, and a quiet emotional depth that set a new bar for JRPGs. Revered in Japan, legendary everywhere else now.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

8 / EarthBound Strange, funny, unforgettable. Its quirky modern-day setting, offbeat writing, and deceptively deep combat made it a cult classic. EarthBound doesn’t try to be like other RPGs—and that’s exactly why it stuck with us.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

9 / Ogre Battle Part RPG, part RTS, all brilliance. A dark political fantasy with branching storylines, permanent consequences, and a unit-based battlefield system that no one else dared attempt. Rewarding, deep, and criminally overlooked.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

10 / Illusion of Gaia An atmospheric, mysterious action-RPG that blended history, fantasy, and emotion in ways few dared. More focused than its spiritual sibling Terranigma, but equally haunting. One of the SNES’s best-kept secrets.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

The Super #Nintendo ushered in the golden age of gaming. Storytelling, music, and gameplay came together in a way we haven’t seen since. Fair warning: there are probably some controversial picks in here, but they're the ones that speak to me most. So, brace yourselves. #SNES #RetroGaming

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

10 / Willow Yes, that Willow. A gorgeous, overlooked RPG that deserved better than its box office counterpart. Rich overworld, real-time battles, and a leveling system that made it feel like a true quest. A lost classic.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

9 / River City Ransom Stats, equipment, shops, food buffs. All masquerading as a beat ‘em up. Open-world exploration meets RPG depth. You didn’t just fight punks—you built a character. One of the earliest and weirdest genre hybrids. It still rules.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

8 / The Battle of Olympus Greek myth meets Zelda II. A tough-as-nails sidescroller with secrets to uncover, gods to challenge, and gear to gather. A hidden gem that rewards careful exploration and persistence.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

7 / Ultima IV: Quest of the Avatar Philosophical depth on a gray cartridge. Ultima IV challenged players to live by virtues, not just chase power. A faithful (if compressed) port of one of the most important RPGs ever made. Surprisingly rich for the NES.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

6 / Crystalis The best action-RPG hybrid on the NES. Sci-fi fantasy setting, real-time combat, spellcasting, and a slick progression system. Easy to pick up, hard to put down. Zelda fans felt right at home, and maybe a little jealous.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

5 / Wizardry A punishing PC port, but one of the truest dungeon crawlers you could get on the NES. First-person perspective, brutal difficulty, and an early lesson in the beauty of rolling up characters and losing them all.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

4 / Faxanadu Side-scrolling action meets deep RPG mechanics. Equipment upgrades, a gold and experience system, and a crumbling elven world with atmosphere for days. Underrated, underplayed, unforgettable.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

3 / Final Fantasy The next evolution. Multiple character classes. A full party. World-spanning adventure. It took everything Dragon Warrior did and blew the doors off. The first time you stepped on the airship? Pure magic.

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DwarvenDM 🔜 GenCon @dwarvendm.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

2 / Dragon Warrior The granddaddy of console JRPGs. It taught us patience, grinding, and the glory of leveling up. For many, this was the first real turn-based RPG, and it came with a free copy in Nintendo Power! A rite of passage.

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