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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Did anyone ever run THE STANDING STONE by John D Rateliff? I remember reading it cover to cover, about 20 years ago, really excited to run it--and never did. Rateliff, incidentally, is a Tolkien scholar, and boy does it show. There's even a little Anglo-Saxon Easter egg! #dnd

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Did anyone ever run #DeepHorizon? It's the only one of the original 3rd edition adventures that I never really looked at.

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

I've always liked brown dragons. They need to come back. (Art credit: Todd Lockwood)

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

I really miss lore books like these ones from 3rd edition. They're chock-full of inspiration and really make the setting feel real and distinct. #dnd #ttrpgs

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Who remembers the BELKER? They've been extinct in #dnd since 3rd edition, I think—more than 20 years since an official appearance in a Monster Manual. I'm bringing them back, with a twist, in THE MIST GALLERIES, the next level of the Drowned Labyrinth. #OSR #OSE

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

What's REALLY COOL about the Mist Galleries (in my opinion) is that they sit directly above the Unfinished Halls—and there are many places for the two levels to interact. Probably need to use a second colour to make it more readable, though. Suggestions? #osr #ose #ttrpgs #cartography

Backing paper removed to reveal the underlay, the Unfinished Halls.

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Finally worked out who's at the bottom of the Drowned Labyrinth. He'd been 'the Prisoner' in my notes for ages, and I'd really never decided what that meant. PART 7: what he is, the cult trying to wake him, and why you can't actually kill him. scrollforinitiative.com/2026/06/06/b... #ose #dnd #osr

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

I finally have it! Hennet, the iconic human sorcerer from #dnd 3rd edition. This mini is 26 years old... Now I'm scared about opening it... #minipainting #ttrpgs

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Never seen this 3rd edition concept art before! Kobolds, urds, trogs, and lizardfolk. Not sure urds made it to the final Monster Manual in the end. Credit: Sam Wood #dnd #ttrpg

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

I've been enjoying shading the Autumn Lands hexmap from @dysonlogos.bsky.social! No idea what I'm going to do with it yet, but hey, it's therapeutic as hell

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

@thetimes.com I'm sure you'll be reporting on the disgusting antisemitism in today's cartoon from (checks notes) your paper (With apologies to @zackpolanski.bsky.social who doesn't deserve this trash)

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Anyone remember the Star Wars Saga Edition? I thought it was one of best d20 games to come out in the 2000s. It really felt 'finished' and polished.

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Session 4 tonight of the wonderful NIGHTMARE OVER RAGGED HOLLOW by @josephrlewis.bsky.social. The party have got what they need from Windler House and have just hired their first retainer: Doug the sheep. #OSE #OSR

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

I did a map! Very old-school . . . you can still see the graph paper! The UNFINISHED HALLS are nearly finished. Hopefully publishing tonight on Patreon :) #OSE #OSR #dnd #ttrpgs

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

And another one: an #OSR interpretation of a water mephit. Not sure if this one feels a bit too '5e' ish.

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

#OSR gang! Thoughts on the stat block below? Inspired by Skyrim's dwarven centurions. #OSE

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Boss fight 1 of 3: Malgorath, the great red wyrm.

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

I *promise* I'm working on the Unfinished Halls (the name is starting to become unintentionally ironic, though). The minimalism of the #OSR takes some getting used to, but I'm fairly happy with how it's looking so far. Treasure is such a big part of #OSE that I want to get it right later.

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

Owlbear! One of my favourite monsters, but I've never painted one until now! Bashed it out in about 20 mins—a mix of drybrushing and wetblending with a tiny bit of wash on the claws. Just needs a base and maybe a bit of wash in the shadows 🦉🐻 #dnd #5e #osr #ttrpgs

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Today I learned that gricks did not exist in #dnd before 3rd edition. Huh. I always assumed they were classic dungeon monsters like rust monsters and grells. Guess not!

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

How it's going. Changed my mind about the coast to the east. Don't know if the placement of the mire makes sense. Or the settlement tbh. But it feels right?

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

Anyone remember the Fantasy Series 1 minis from Black List Games? I use them pretty much every weekend. I backed the Kickstarter for Fantasy Series 2 back in April 2021, and they were meant to be delivered in 2022. It's now nearly 2026, and they're JUST getting released now...

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

I'm nearly at gold on DriveThru RPG! I'm going to do an article about the next project if I hit 501 sales 😱 Here's a clue: #ttrpg #dnd #5e #osr #ose

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

How easily do we think this 3rd #dnd edition adventure would convert to #OSE? The level range suggests it's meant for quite high-level characters. Forgive me: I've never read it! It's a classic, I know, I know. #ttrpg #OSR

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

#OldSchoolEssentials fans: should I get the two box sets now or wait for the updated advanced tome in 2026? #osr #ttrpgs

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Damnit! I've hidden The Campaign Handbook by mistake while trying to check the sale report... 😭 Help me @drivethrurpg.com, you're my only hope!

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Alas, after my brief moment in the sun, I am back to no 2 behind the unstoppable juggernaut that is @daggerheartrpg.bsky.social 🥲 @darringtonpress.bsky.social #ttrpg #5e #dnd

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 08/11/2025

Haven't checked the #AOE2 scene for a few years, and wow, so many civs! Excellent inspiration for a #ttrpg campaign :D

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

OUT NOW: The Campaign Handbook is LIVE! A complete toolkit for running a full 5e campaign from 1st to 20th level: prep lists, a framework, and advice for every tier of play. And for this week only it's 40% off: tools.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?d... Enjoy! #dnd #ttrpg #5e #TheCampaignHandbook

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Tonight we played 'The House on Harrow Hill' from the AD&D First Quest starter set. It was great :) Happy Halloween! #ttrpg

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

ONE WEEK TO GO! New post: how to prep fast with The Campaign Handbook. And a back cover reveal! #dnd #ttrpgs #5e scrollforinitiative.com/2025/10/28/o...

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

Am I mad to think about a three-column grid for an adventure module? (Awesome map from @phildyson.bsky.social - see here for more! dysonlogos.blog/maps/multi-p...) #dnd #5e

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Tonight's work: a 'fungal queen' from Dungeons & Lasers. Just a base paint so far, but I'm aiming for Zuggtmoy. #dnd

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

Silver Marches sandbox campaign. What do we think? Awesome map by the awesome @mikeschley.bsky.social #dnd #5e

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

Don't know if this is legit, but I'M VERY EXCITE

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

I've been using this image of Castle #Ravenloft as a creative writing prompt for years. So far, none of my kids has recognized it, and this makes me sad. #5e #dnd

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

📘 Cover reveal! THE CAMPAIGN HANDBOOK is almost here: a toolkit for running a full #5e campaign from 1st to 20th level without burnout or railroading. ‘A menu, a mood board, and an endless source of inspiration.’ — @alexandrian.bsky.social More teasers on Instagram. Coming soon! #dnd #ttrpgs

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

New post! A review: Making Monsters from @themonstersknow.com, on sale from tomorrow. A CR 30 epic boss of a book with a treasure hoard of inspiration. scrollforinitiative.com/2025/10/06/m... #dnd #pathfinder #callofcthulhu #cyphersystem #shadowdark #5e

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

On the subject of Nightfang Spire: anyone know why 3rd edition adventures had different covers in pre-release material? Seems odd to commission art you have no intention of using. #dnd

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

Whatever happened to the MOONCALF from Heart of Nightfang Spire? Apparently they survived into 4th edition but haven't been seen 2011 or so. I think they're great. @brucecordell.bsky.social #dnd

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

Out of the Abyss is ten years old this week? Mad. Still never run or played it straight through. Should I? I do love demon lords and the Underdark… #5e #dnd

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

Oh, and the NPC? If the party cut down the coccoon too early, the NPC might die from the fall! Too late, and... you know the rest. I've been working on a number of these encounter ideas. Not sure why yet, but if you like them, let me know! (7/7)

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Scroll for Initiative 📜 @scrollforinit.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Who wants to see a really big red dragon mini? YOU DO! www.instagram.com/p/DNNwByMNGU...

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