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Poll #253 - Yil's Lair

Hey folks!Next week we begin the next big mega-module series, Seekers of Yil. The party must recover four powerful artifacts for Yil, the God of Mysteries and Secrets. Check out the art for Yil below.Once the party recovers the four artifacts, Yil will reveal that he plans to use them to cause chaos.The characters will need to ensure this doesn't happen by taking the fight to Yil himself.There's only one problem, though—I don't know what Yil's lair looks like yet! Help me decide with this poll.

DMDave's Class - How to Prep for Fifth Edition Without Spending Hours Doing It is Today at 12:00 pm CST

Hey Electrum, Gold, and Platinum subscribers!My first class for my educational series is today June 30, 2022, from 12:00 pm CST until 2:00 pm CST. This class will cover "How to Prep for Fifth Edition (Without Spending Hours Doing It)."I'll show you the hierarchy of prep along with 7 tricks for cutting down on prep time. Once I'm done presenting the information, I'll take questions for the remaining time.Make sure to meet us in the Discord channel: https://discord.gg/u8QxbZxSThis video will be recorded through Zoom, so make s...

One Word Prompt and Survey #2 - Ruined Sanctum of the Void Prince

Hey all!Similar to the last poll, I'm working on another Dungeon of the Week. This time, it's set in the Ruined Sanctum of the Void Prince. Here's the boiler plate fluff:The sanctum of the Void Prince is situated deep in the frozen lands, protected by the dangerous local fauna and harsh weather. Currently it is overrun with sparrows, which don't care about the past of the place.Sparrow Academy? Hmm...Below, vote for the type of monsters you want in here. Then, leave me a one word prompt down in the comments below. I'll make ...

DMDave Games Schedule for July 2022

Gold member sign-ups start today.---Hey all!Looking to join in some games?DMDave's running games throughout the month of July and sign-ups begin today. Make sure you're on the Discord and you have your role correct.Here is how it works:1) Review the schedule to see the games available.2) Starting today (6/26): If you are a Platinum Patron, you may request to join any four games in the month of July. It's first-come-first-serve.3) Starting (6/29): If you are a Gold Patron, you may request to join any two games in the month of July.4)...

Bulletin Board (Last Update December 29, 2022)

Pardon Our MessYou might have noticed that I've put up a bunch of posts that are locked to a new tier. These are all pre-published Dungeons & Lairs for which we're locking in copyrights this calendar year.Right now, they're pretty sparse (in fact, they're little more than legal details for the content), so you won't get much value out of them. As they get updated, we'll post a link to them, so you don't have to fish through all the posts.Anyways, sorry for the mess!If you need help finding something, feel free to rea...

Thank you, everyone

Hey all!I want to just say thank you to all of you who are patrons. Both old patrons and new patrons alike and even those who are no longer patrons.This morning, I had a couple of folks give me some pretty abusive messages and it really sent me reeling. I recognize that DMDave might seem like a "big company" some days, but really it's just me, my partner-in-crime Laura, and a handful of third-party creators. That's it.Not everything we do is perfect. And I'm not perfect for damn sure. I've made mistakes. Plenty!But one t...

Poll #252 - The Big Map-Updating Project

Many of the maps on this page related to adventures aren't DMDave maps but were created by Tom Cartos. As such, I can't offer those beyond what's already in the adventure. These came before we added maps as a benefit.The maps listed below are the ones that are part of the new system which started June 1, 2022. Furthermore, there are some old maps out there that don't use the new system yet. We're in the process of updating those. Having said all this, I'm going to start updating the maps on here. It'll be a slow proc...

Poll and One-Word Prompt: Dungeon of the Week #3 - Lost Archive of the Silent One

Hey all!I've got a new Dungeon of the Week I'm putting together.The archive of the Silent One is situated at a bend of the river Bara. Lately, a terrifying hydra has made its home here. Rumors say that Karr-Makastri, a legendary amulet, is hidden here.Not only do I need your help with picking some monsters to put in this dungeon, but I could also use some one-word prompts.Vote for the monster that you like below.Then, leave a one-word comment down in the comments below. I'll create a room based on that prompt. Prompt rules:1) One wo...

[Silver+] DMDave Maps - Scattered Chambers of the Leper One [56 x 48]

Download the ZIP file at the end of this post.This map pack features maps from the adventure Dungeon of the Week #1 - Scattered Chambers of the Leper One.Map SpecificationsThis set comes with one level in the following variants: Day and night versions Gridded and ungridded Black-and-white DM versions The original One Page Dungeon images (from Watabou) DungeonDraft file (must be used with Forgotten Adventures' assets)Here are the sizes: VTT Size 56 x 48 squares (140 DPI) Print Size 7,840 x 6,720 px (140 DPI)Maps created in DungeonDraft using...

[Free] Dungeon of the Week #1: Scattered Chambers of the Leper One (1st-Level)

Scattered Chambers of the Leper One is a Fifth Edition adventure designed for four characters of 1st, 3rd, 5th, or 8th level. This document only details how to play the 1st-level version. Get the additional versions using the links below. The characters enter the Scattered Chambers of the Leper One; within, they will find deadly traps, deceptive undead, and fearsome blue dragons.Download OptionsChoose one or more of the following options.Just the PDFs. Get just the full-color PDF or black-and-white print-friendly versions: Get the full-color PD...

[Electrum+] Dungeon of the Week #1: Scattered Chambers of the Leper One (1st, 3rd, 5th, or 8th Level) - Digital Assets/FoundryVTT Pack

Scattered Chambers of the Leper One is a Fifth Edition adventure designed for four characters of 1st, 3rd, 5th, or 8th level. This document notes how to scale the adventure according to the average party level. The characters enter the Scattered Chambers of the Leper One; within, they will find deadly traps, deceptive undead, and fearsome blue dragons.Download OptionsChoose one or more of the following options.Just the PDFs. Get just the full-color PDF or black-and-white print-friendly versions: Download the files at the end of the postDigital ...

[All Patrons] Dungeon of the Week #1: Scattered Chambers of the Leper One (1st, 3rd, 5th, or 8th Level)

Scattered Chambers of the Leper One is a Fifth Edition adventure designed for four characters of 1st, 3rd, 5th, or 8th level. This document notes how to scale the adventure according to the average party level. The characters enter the Scattered Chambers of the Leper One; within, they will find deadly traps, deceptive undead, and fearsome blue dragons.Download OptionsChoose one or more of the following options.Just the PDFs. Get just the full-color PDF or black-and-white print-friendly versions: Download the files at the end of the postDigital ...

Educational Course Postponed to Thursday, June 30, 2022 at 12:00 pm

Hey all!Today, I'm focusing on getting BroadSwords #22 and #23 shipped, so I won't be able to hold the course. To ensure that it stays within the month of June, I'm putting it on Thursday the 30th at 12:00 pm, six days from now.In the meantime, please join us in the Discord channel if you have any questions for me: https://discord.gg/uzhYg9fn Sorry in advance for the cancellation. I hope to see you all there!

Uncle Skeleton's Nightmare Tunnels Return! - Dungeons & Lairs Poll for August 2022 + Index

Finally able to share some big news with everyone—Uncle Skeleton's Nightmare Tunnels will be making its grand return. And this time, I've got some backup—the writing team and I will be tackling the Nightmare Tunnels.If you haven't heard of Uncle Skeleton's Nightmare tunnels yet, it's a colossal map created by Tim Hartin of Dungeon of the Mad Mage fame that's got over 170 rooms. I've attempted to stock it twice but lost steam midway through both times. With writers helping, it should be a lot easier, now! I'll...

One Word Prompt #79 - Hidden Keep of the Death Arrow

Howdy howdy!Working on another Dungeon of the Week dungeon (new series starting soon) titled "Hidden Keep of the Death Arrow."I know nothing about this dungeon. That's where you come in.Below, drop a single word in the comments. I'll make a room based on your word.Rules:1) Nothing too anachronistic.2) One word per patron.3) Keep it clean.4) No proper nouns.I look forward to your words!

Friday, June 24, 2022 12:00 pm CDT - DMDave Educational Series #1 - "How to Prep for D&D Without Spending Hours Doing It"

Hey all!This Friday we're kicking off the very FIRST DMDave educational series video, "How to Prep for D&D Without Spending Hours Doing It." I've set up a chat on Discord which you can join with this link: https://discord.gg/uzhYg9fn (link expires next week)Only Electrum, Gold, and Platinum members will be able to join us for the live meeting. If you plan to attend, make sure to upgrade your Patreon in advance.Friday, once we're in the channel, I'll probably drop a link to the actual video software that we'll be usin...

[Free] DMDave Maps - Yenekosian Broch [16 x 16]

Get the full version as a Patron of Silver-tier or higher.---The maps here detail a Yenekosian Broch circa AT 0 - 50. Brochs were used both during the early times of Presson's Enclave as well as the Pressonian settlement of Vasi Andres in the west. These tall towers served as temples for followers of the Yenekos (Four Generals) and as a safe place for the community to rest. Andresians used the brochs as a safe place during attacks.Broch builders created the towers through a method called dry-stone which did not use mortar. Surprisingly dura...

[Silver+] DMDave Maps - Yenekosian Broch [16 x 16]

Download the files at the end of the post.---The maps here detail a Yenekosian Broch circa AT 0 - 50. Brochs were used both during the early times of Presson's Enclave as well as the Pressonian settlement of Vasi Andres in the west. These tall towers served as temples for followers of the Yenekos (Four Generals) and as a safe place for the community to rest. Andresians used the brochs as a safe place during attacks.Broch builders created the towers through a method called dry-stone which did not use mortar. Surprisingly durable, many of the...

Poll #249 - June/July Monday Maps - Omeria/Historical Maps

Hey all,I'm winding down the "tribal style" maps, which inevitably evolved into a new setting within the Omeria setting. I kinda want to keep this going, creating maps that pull from Omeria's history that also work as historical maps.Below, I've got some options for new maps starting the week after next (the 27th). Pick the one you like best. Voting ends Friday.

One Word Prompt #78 - Scattered Chambers of the Leper One

For a millenium the chambers of the Leper One remained abandoned. Recently a pack of wyrms have made its lair here. Word is that untold treasures of magical artifacts can be found here.==For this adventure, I'll need some one word prompts. Give me a word down in the comments below. I'll build a chamber around your word.1) One word per patron.2) Keep it clean.3) Nothing too anachronistic.4) No proper nouns.

[Electrum+] Dungeons & Lairs Megamodule #1: Tovin's Flying Castle (Levels 8, 11, 14, or 17)

Tovin’s Flying Castle is a Dungeons & Lairs Megamodule that combines Dungeons & Lairs modules #41–44. The adventure takes place in the ruins of a flying castle guarded by dangerous wyverns. The heroes will find bloodthirsty vampires, malicious xorn, and fearsome elementals within its bowels.Download OptionsChoose one or more of the following options.Just the PDFs. Get just the full-color PDF or black-and-white print-friendly versions: Download the files at the end of this post.Digital Asset Pack. Get all the PDFs plus the FoundryVTT module ...

Poll #248 - Assassin School Playground

Hey all!I'm currently working on a huge map for the adventure that comes out next week called Assassin School. It's based loosely on X-men, where orphans go to a boarding school to learn the art of kill.At the rear of the school, I have a huge open area listed on the reference map as "playground." What should I put in this area?Choices are below!Poll ends soon so vote!

BroadSword Update - 6/13/22

Hey all!Just a quick update on BroadSword Monthly. Books are printing now and headed to our new fulfillment partner, Gamerati, who will be responsible for shipping them. Hopefully, this will ensure faster delivery and a little bit cleaner CS. Those who are due them should receive #22 and #23 by the end of the month (barring any sort of disaster, of course).Also, if you didn't already see, there's been a few changes to the Electrum, Gold, and Platinum tiers pertaining to BroadSword Monthly, which you can read about here.#24 is currently ...

[Electrum+] DMDave Educational Series Times

If you didn't see, I'm kicking off a new educational series for patrons of electrum tier or higher that begins this month. The last poll chose "How to Prep for D&D Without Spending Hours Doing It" as the theme for this first live course and video.Now I just need to know the times that work best for all of you. If you aren't able to come, no worries, I will have the video posted here for your eyes only.The video should run about 2 to 3 hours and will include a slide deck for you to keep and a Q&A follow-up.

[Free] DMDave Maps - Andresian Longhall [24 x 24]

Download the files at the bottom of the post.Get the full version as a Silver+ patron (includes 2 more levels and non-gridded versions).---The maps included here detail an Andresian longhall circa AT 50. The Andresians were settlers from Presson's Enclave. They settled the Anorian elven kingdom shortly after they defeated the Anorians at the Time of Triumphs (AT 1, E 5.703), renaming the region Vasi Andres (Early Tongue for "Kingdoms of Man").The longhall is usually home to a komis (an Andresian noble) their spouses, children, serva...

[Silver+] Maps by DMDave - Andresian Longhall [24 x 24]

Download the files at the end of the post.---The maps included here detail an Andresian longhall circa AT 50. The Andresians were settlers from Presson's Enclave. They settled the Anorian elven kingdom shortly after they defeated the Anorians at the Time of Triumphs (AT 1, E 5.703), renaming the region Vasi Andres (Early Tongue for "Kingdoms of Man"). The longhall is usually home to a komis (an Andresian noble) their spouses, children, servants, and closest allies. The komis serves a vasilias, the highest ranking noble of the region...

One Word Prompt #77 - Endgame Battle

Hey all!I've got another request for a one-word prompt for all of you. I need roughly 40-50 words this time for a major battle scene in an important book I'm writing.Usual rules apply: leave a single word down in the comments below. I'll create a scene based on your word. Keep it clean. Nothing too anachronistic. One word per patron. No proper nouns.

Omerian Lore Index and Glossary of Terms

This post lists all of the Omerian Lore articles from this Patreon and also offers a glossary of terms to help those just getting started with the Omeria campaign setting.If there is anything that you want to know about Omerian lore, particularly lore during 50 AT, Winter's End (the current direction of content), please ask away in the comments below.Last Update: June 13, 2022---Winter's End - AT 50 - 130The content here is for the Winter's End campaign setting which takes place in the early Age of Triumphs in Vasi Andres (known in ...

[Free] Winter's End - Knotside Region, Omeria (Circa 50 AT)

Hey all!Happy Friday. Today's my birthday, so I've been putzing around a bit. I felt like taking a deep dive into the history of one of Omeria's oldest kingdoms, Vasi Andres, known in 1045 AT as the Kingdoms of Man. Here is a map of what it looked like just a few decades after it defeated Vapul and the Anorian Elves at the height of The Endless Winter.Vasi Andres' capital was Knotside. However, Knotside's original name was Nodtokti. Built upon the ruins of the Anorian capital of Imfe Mythse Anor, Nodtokti boasted an impressi...

[Free] Dungeons & Lairs #44: Xorn Tunnels (8th-Level)

Xorn Tunnels is a Fifth Edition plug-in adventure for four characters with an average party level (APL) of 8, 11, 14, or 17. This document offers details for only the 8th-level version of the adventure. Follow the links below to get the full version. Flying high above the town of Darkwell is the castle of Tovin the Disfigured, kept aloft on caverns of enchanted bloodstone. Lately, a host of xorn have taken root in the caverns, drawn to the stone’s magic. The characters must enter the bloodstone tunnels and remove the xorn threat before they c...