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Arcana Evolved has critically hit the shelves.
posted by Thalantor at 2:41 AM
Malhavoc press announces that Arcana Evolved So if you want your Arcana Evolved, then go out and get it!
Death by plothook
posted by Thalantor at 2:32 AM
Sometimes you can be stuck in a campaign or just searching for a plothook. In that case, try the PC's own mortality for a change. WOTC has posted a list of possibilities, from . Oh my.
Arrr, thar be pirate trouble
posted by Thalantor at 2:23 AM
WOTC posted a new journal entry detailing rumours about in some parts of the Eberron world.
Saturday, February 26
Campaign Cartographer (CC2) Update 8
posted by Jim at 2:22 AM
The latest Universal Update to CC2 Pro and add-ons is now available from the . It includes bug fixes and new features including an updated Random Dungeon Generator for Dungeon Designer Pro. It is free to all registered users. You can download it from the registered users' area of the website. Go to their for more information.
Friday, February 25
Clearing Things Up
posted by Jackelope King at 7:46 AM
has released and a new . The FAQ offers mainly updated combat clarifications, mostly in respect to timing and the way specific actions flow in combat.
Thursday, February 24
Arrr! Avast Ye... Thar Be Pirates!
posted by Jim at 12:08 AM
has finally created for their WarMachine line. You can bet these will end up in my Iron Kingdoms game.
Dead Man's Chest Cover Preview
posted by Jim at 12:07 AM
Necromancer Games has posted a preview of the , an upcoming d20 supplement that covers all thing nautical in nature. It is scheduled for release in June 2005.
New PDFs from Green Ronin
posted by Jim at 12:05 AM
Green Ronin has added and to RPGNow as downloadable PDFs.
Deathknell - Preview 10
posted by Jim at 12:03 AM
The of the upcoming for the Dungeons and Dragons mini game has been posted over at . This one focuses on the Centaur Hero.
Adventure Locales: Ruined Village Square
posted by Jim at 12:01 AM
Wizards has posted a new . This one details a and is suitable for PCs of any level.
Tuesday, February 22
It's all about the mounts, baby
posted by Thalantor at 11:57 PM
WOTC has posted its latest installment of it's series, not describing the effects of mounted feats, intelligent mounts and reach. Be sure to ride on over and take a stab at the article.
Monday, February 21
Iron Kingdoms World Guide Ships
posted by Jim at 9:11 AM
The Iron Kingdoms World Guide by has shipped to distributors. The 400-page book is making its way to distributors and will be at your local game store for the March 11th street date.
A quote from their site: "The World Guide covers the nations, cities, and points of interest of the Iron Kingdoms; from Hell's Hook to the Glass Peaks the details of Western Immoren are yours to explore. Not only will role-players find hundreds of exciting adventure ideas, WARMACHINE players can explore the battle-grounds of the past and present, and find hints at what the future holds for the warring kingdoms."
Wizards Updates from Friday
posted by Jim at 9:03 AM
Several encounters for levels 9-12 in a glacier setting. Suitable for any D&D campaign.
Morphing and creating arcane spells for your campaign.
Details about the Rifinti Cliff Dwelling, a location suitable for creating adventures. The details this setting and the creatures that inhabit it.
Saturday, February 19
So Long, Gassy Dragons
posted by Jackelope King at 9:25 AM
Jason Nelson takes some time over at Wizards of the Coast to explain the fine art of making sure your players aren't when they try to point out to you that there really should be a spell that does "alkali" damage, or "flesh eating bacteria damage". Any article that mentions "flesh eating bacteria damage" is a winner.
Friday, February 18
Races of the Wild Encounter
posted by Jackelope King at 6:51 AM
Wizards of the Coast has posted another pseudo-preview of . This time it's another feature, starring a halfling luckstealer in ye olde halfling motor-home, the house wagon.
Thursday, February 17
3rdedition.org Contest with Prizes!
posted by Jim at 10:56 PM
Submit an original D&D monster or NPC villain to me via e-mail. The monster or NPC should have a full stat block and a well written background. It should be interesting, unique and playable. I will choose the top 5 or so entries, post them on the web site in the resource section and create a poll where everyone can vote on the best one. .
Deathknell Preview #9
posted by Jackelope King at 10:05 AM
More minis. More critters. . The ninth is up for your perusing pleasure. And I wants me that Aspect of Nerull... my players are far too complacent.
Master More Magister Magic
posted by Thalantor at 4:20 AM
Incombination with other news of new 10th level spells, Malhavoc Press also has available for download a new PDF detailing more including new powers in the range of level 20 to 25.
You know what's cool? 10th level spells!
posted by Thalantor at 4:16 AM
Arcana Evolved, published by Malhavoc Press, gives a small preview of the new spells they have in the book, including a range of fabled 10th level spells. Want an instant castle? A perfect magic ward? A Flaming Fist that would make little Bigby cry? Then get ..
Bossy Monsters or Monstrous Bosses?
posted by Thalantor at 12:43 AM
Over at WOTC, they detailed some you can use in your tabletop games. From a Warpriest to a Flind Captain, we can all go a'hacking & a'slashing again.
Wednesday, February 16
Mech Manual Released
posted by Jim at 7:54 AM
The is now available from . According to their , it promises to provides DragonMech players with new options and DMs with new enemies. It includes more than 50 new mechs from all known areas of the DragonMech world: the major factions of dwarves, humans, elves, orcs, and undead, as well as races that are only just not beginning to experiment with mechs, such as drow, derro, and aboleths. You can .
Wood Elf Source Book Released
posted by Jim at 7:51 AM
has released , a d20 System sourcebook on wood elves. It is on RPGNow in PDF form.
Tuesday, February 15
360 Degree View of the Bonethrall
posted by Jim at 10:26 PM
has posted a , the latest mini in the .
Tentacle Wound Baffles Rancher
posted by Kappa Delta at 12:35 PM
The is out! Keep up with the latest in Eberron news, and maybe your livestock won't end up bled dry...
Mounts, Part Four!
posted by Kappa Delta at 12:30 PM
WotC releases their today, much to the delight of the Mounted Combat Tree Fanatics Club.
Sunday, February 13
Monte Chats About Arcana Evolved
posted by Jim at 8:36 AM
has posted a with and Mike Mearls about the upcoming .
Sharn Maps
posted by Jim at 8:30 AM
has posted several from the accessory book. One of the maps available online is not in the book, so this is a great find for fans.
Races of the Wild Art Gallery
posted by Jim at 8:25 AM
has posted an from the accessory.
More Monsters of the Sky
posted by Jim at 8:23 AM
has posted another article offering ; the Airjelly, Thunderspiker, and Zyern.
Thursday, February 10
Lost Empires of Faerun Art Gallery
posted by Jim at 3:25 PM
has posted an featuring art from the Lost Empires of Faerun.
Return to Undermountain
posted by Jim at 3:21 PM
Cool news for Forgotten Realms and Undermountain fans. Wizards will be updating Undermountain to the new rules and posting everying online in a series of articles. The comes with an of the first level of Undermountain. It is unclear how often the articles will be released, but it sounds promising. Besides, free game material is always cool.
Temple Raid: D&D Minis Scenario
posted by Jim at 3:17 PM
has posted a Dungeons and Dragons Miniature Game scenario called Temple Raid. It is designed for two players using 100 and 75 point warbands.
Deathknell Preview #8
posted by Jim at 3:15 PM
has posted offering information on the Bullywug Thug, Kenku Sneak, Giant Frog, Ettin Skirmisher.
Rangers with Class
posted by Jim at 3:13 PM
has posted a new by Skip Williams. This one offers insight into playing an effective Ranger.
Wednesday, February 9
Librarian Hosts D&D Games in Library
posted by Jim at 1:47 PM
Nikol, a youth librarian in Glendale, Arizona has written an about Dungeons and Dragons and her success at running game sessions in her . The article was published in the February 2005 issue of magazine and is available on their .
Spells From the Church of Set
posted by Jim at 1:17 AM
has posted "" by Sean Reynolds, an article offering new spells and information for worshippers of Set in the campaign setting.
Agimimnon Returns
posted by Jim at 12:26 AM
Agimimnon will once again be gracing this site with his infinite wisdom. I don't have a date yet, but it should be very near future. Send your questions to agimimnon@3rdedition.org
The Black Mysteries - Part Three
posted by Jim at 12:13 AM
Wizards has posted the which further expands on the Order of the Black Flame in the campaign setting.
New Full Metal Fantasy Miniatures
posted by Jim at 12:10 AM
Two have been announced by . The first one is a "Boneswarm", a skeletal mass of hate (and quite cool looking). The second is the Cygnar City Guard, perfect for filling out the details in your campaign.
Tuesday, February 8
All About Mounts - Part Three
posted by Jim at 1:19 AM
has posted of their series about mounts. covers the standard actions that can be performed while riding a mount. This is perhaps the meatiest article of the series yet. Definitely worth a read.
WarMachine Satyxis Raiders Get Facelift
posted by Jim at 12:20 AM
announced unit. According to PP, they feature 4 new poses, easy assembly, and will be intimidating on the battlefield. The new Cryx Satyxis Raiders Unit Box ($24.99) and Blister ($7.99) will be released in May.
Monday, February 7
Blue Rose Released in PDF Format
posted by Jim at 8:07 AM
announced that Blue Rose, the roleplaying game of romantic fantasy, is now .
Dragonshards: House Phiarlan, Part Two
posted by Jim at 8:02 AM
Keith Baker has posted the about House Phiarlan in the world of over at Wizards.
Search for Missing Royal Aide Continues
posted by Jim at 7:59 AM
More from the world of . Apparently, the search effort for the missing Royal Aide is being doubled.
RPG Trivia Contest
posted by Jim at 7:55 AM
will be hosting a in the "Wizards Presents" chatroom. Competition will be held on Saturday, February 12th. Prizes will be award to the two highest scorers.
Sunday, February 6
Races of the Wild Sneak Preview
posted by Jim at 8:57 AM
has posted a that includes a look at the raptorans, an overview of the new prestige classes, an expanded skill description, new feats, a new spell, a new psionic power, and a new monster.
Races of the Wild Designer Interview
posted by Jim at 8:54 AM
has posted an . They discuss how they went about building an elven society, what went into creating the winged raptoran race, and how they came up with new material in .
BashCon XX Reminder
posted by Jim at 8:38 AM
If you're near Toledo, Ohio, don't forget about February 25th - February 27th. The preliminary list of guests is quite extensive and includes , , , , Penny Williams, , , , Nodwick creator , Richard Tucholka, , ,
Friday, February 4
Monster Geographica: Marsh & Aquatic Available Soon
posted by Jim at 8:15 AM
According to , Monster Geographica: Marsh & Aquatic should be out in stores this week. They also mentioned that they are only a few weeks away from completing A Magical Society: Beast Builder.
Skip Williams and William Connors Interviews
posted by Jim at 8:10 AM
Monte Cook has posted an interview with and another with . I didn't read them, but the interview with Skip is worth checking out just to see the strange jacket he's wearing. Is that an embroidered palm tree?
Races of the Wild Designer Interview
posted by Jim at 8:06 AM
Skip Williams and Richard Baker , an upcoming Dungeons & Dragons product from . Elves, flying raptorans, and some highlights of the new rules are all covered.
Thursday, February 3
Complete Guide to Dragonkin Available
posted by Jim at 8:41 PM
has released the . If you , 100% of the proceeds will benefit the victims of the recent tsunami disaster.
D&D Miniatures Commanders Notebook
posted by Jim at 5:47 PM
has posted an article for the D&D miniatures game. Three warband builders .
New D&D Product Previews From Wizards
posted by Jim at 5:34 PM
for this years have been posted on the Wizards site. Items of interest include: - (Feb) - (Feb) - (Mar) - - (March) - (Apr) - (Apr)
Monsternomicon Reprint
posted by Jim at 8:23 AM
has announced that the will be reprint sometime in May. It will be updated for d20 3.5 as well.
Advanced Bestiary Web Enhacements
posted by Jim at 8:18 AM
has posted a couple of web enhancements for the Advanced Bestiary. A couple of these are from a few days ago, but I've combined them here for your convenience. #1 - #2 - #3 -
Blue Rose Adventure Hooks
posted by Jim at 8:16 AM
has posted a Blue Rose . They have also posted a of 100 adventure hooks.
Wallpapers from Races of the Wild
posted by Jim at 8:08 AM
There are some based on over at .
Deathknell Preview #7
posted by Jim at 8:06 AM
has posted . Warlocks, catfolks, and ninjas, oh my!
Wednesday, February 2
New D&D Comic - Chronicles of Garas
posted by Jim at 9:31 PM
If you haven't seen the yet, you're in for a real treat. A comic loosely based on Dungeons & Dragons with some real talent behind it.
Valherjar: The Chosen Slain Now Available
posted by Jim at 5:53 PM
has announced an introductory price for . The first 500 core rulebooks will be available at $19.99 for the print book and $9.99 for the downloadable PDF version.
What's the skinny on Battlefield Adventurers?
posted by Jackelope King at 4:23 PM
Over on , Andy Collins has finally given us a rough idea of what to expect from the upcoming Battlefield Adventures, the first in an apparently new series of "Genre" books from Wizards of the Coast starting later this year.
Top Ten Reasons to Buy Lost Empires of Faerun
posted by Jim at 8:10 AM
has posted a that provides DMs that they should purchase the .
Alchemical Goodness in Faerun
posted by Jim at 8:07 AM
Ed Greenwood has posted the second part of "" which provides information about firebirth alchemicals over at .
Tuesday, February 1
All About Mounts - Part Two
posted by Jim at 8:15 AM
has posted the second installment of their in the game. covers mounted combat.
3rd Edition d20 News: February 2005 
Monster/Villain Contest Deadline This Saturday