Tabletop Joab https://tabletopjoab.com/ Discussion, resources, and tips for all things Dungeons and Dragons Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:23:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 https://tabletopjoab.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/cropped-Joab_colored-32x32.png Tabletop Joab https://tabletopjoab.com/ 32 32 The Death of the Game Master (Why GM Intentions Don’t Matter) https://tabletopjoab.com/death-of-the-game-master/ https://tabletopjoab.com/death-of-the-game-master/#respond Mon, 05 May 2025 12:00:00 +0000 https://tabletopjoab.com/?p=7324 Ever felt like you’re carrying the weight of the entire game world on your shoulders? As a Game Master (GM), it’s easy to feel like you need to control every twist and turn of the story, ensuring that your meticulously crafted plot unfolds just right. But what happens when your players zig instead of zag, […]

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]]> https://tabletopjoab.com/death-of-the-game-master/feed/ 0 Simulacrum 5e Spell Guide https://tabletopjoab.com/simulacrum-5e-spell-guide/ https://tabletopjoab.com/simulacrum-5e-spell-guide/#respond Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000 https://tabletopjoab.com/?p=7302 Imagine conjuring a perfect (well, almost perfect) duplicate of yourself or your favorite ally, ready to follow your commands and help you tackle the world’s greatest challenges. Want a twin Wizard to double your arcane firepower? Another stealthy Rogue to scout ahead? Or maybe just someone to handle your paperwork while you nap? Simulacrum can […]

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]]> https://tabletopjoab.com/simulacrum-5e-spell-guide/feed/ 0 Vicious Mockery 5e Spell Guide (With Ready-To-Use Quips!) https://tabletopjoab.com/vicious-mockery-5e-spell-guide/ https://tabletopjoab.com/vicious-mockery-5e-spell-guide/#respond Mon, 21 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000 https://tabletopjoab.com/?p=7288 In the grand halls of fantasy, few weapons are as sharp (or as delightfully petty) as a Bard’s tongue. While Wizards might dazzle with fireballs and Clerics call down radiant fury, the Bard stands center stage, ready to topple foes with nothing but a well-timed quip. Enter Vicious Mockery, the signature cantrip that proves that […]

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]]> https://tabletopjoab.com/vicious-mockery-5e-spell-guide/feed/ 0 Making The Characters of Final Fantasy IX In D&D 5e https://tabletopjoab.com/making-the-characters-of-final-fantasy-ix-in-dnd-5e/ https://tabletopjoab.com/making-the-characters-of-final-fantasy-ix-in-dnd-5e/#respond Mon, 14 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000 https://tabletopjoab.com/?p=7215 Over two decades since its release, Final Fantasy IX remains a beloved classic in the RPG genre, renowned for its rich storytelling, unforgettable characters, and intricate world-building. Each character in this epic tale brings their unique strengths, personalities, and abilities to the forefront, making them perfect candidates for an imaginative crossover with D&D 5e. In […]

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]]> https://tabletopjoab.com/making-the-characters-of-final-fantasy-ix-in-dnd-5e/feed/ 0 Barkskin 5e Spell Guide https://tabletopjoab.com/barkskin-5e-spell-guide/ https://tabletopjoab.com/barkskin-5e-spell-guide/#respond Sun, 13 Apr 2025 18:23:42 +0000 https://tabletopjoab.com/?p=7275 Today, we’re diving into a spell that brings the resilience of nature to your very flesh: Barkskin. Imagine you’re deep in an ancient forest, the air thick with the scent of pine and the sounds of unseen creatures. Suddenly, danger strikes! With a swift incantation and a touch of oak bark, your skin transforms, becoming […]

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]]> https://tabletopjoab.com/barkskin-5e-spell-guide/feed/ 0 Magmin in D&D 5e: Unleashing Fiery Chaos https://tabletopjoab.com/magmin-5e/ https://tabletopjoab.com/magmin-5e/#respond Mon, 07 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000 https://tabletopjoab.com/?p=7239 Welcome, adventurers and Dungeon Masters alike, to a fiery exploration of one of D&D’s most mischievous and incendiary creatures: the Magmin! These small but formidable elementals hail from the blistering Plane of Fire, bringing chaos and combustion wherever they roam. Whether you’re a player gearing up to face these fiery foes or a DM looking […]

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]]> https://tabletopjoab.com/magmin-5e/feed/ 0 Giant Insect 5e Spell Guide https://tabletopjoab.com/giant-insect-5e-spell-guide/ https://tabletopjoab.com/giant-insect-5e-spell-guide/#respond Fri, 04 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000 https://tabletopjoab.com/?p=7250 Welcome, adventurers and spellcasters, to a deep dive into one of the most intriguing Druid-exclusive spells in the D&D 5e: Giant Insect. Imagine you’re deep in a dense forest surrounded by hostile creatures. Your party is outnumbered, and the situation looks grim. But wait! With a wave of your hand and a few arcane words, […]

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]]> https://tabletopjoab.com/scorching-ray-5e-spell-guide/feed/ 0 What If Characters From Parks & Recreation Played D&D? https://tabletopjoab.com/parks-and-rec-dnd/ https://tabletopjoab.com/parks-and-rec-dnd/#respond Tue, 25 Mar 2025 02:55:16 +0000 https://tabletopjoab.com/?p=7198 Pawnee, Indiana, is no stranger to quirky antics and unexpected escapades, thanks to the ever-enthusiastic Parks and Recreation Department. But when Chris Traeger, the department’s resident optimist and health guru, decided it was time for a team-building activity, even the most seasoned members of the team were in for a surprise. Join us as we […]

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]]> https://tabletopjoab.com/parks-and-rec-dnd/feed/ 0 Re: Google, Vampires, Health, and the Future of Tabletop Joab https://tabletopjoab.com/joab-2025-update/ https://tabletopjoab.com/joab-2025-update/#comments Tue, 07 Jan 2025 02:54:56 +0000 https://tabletopjoab.com/?p=7051 It’s now 2025, so it seems appropriate to kick the year off with an update on what the path forward looks like for Tabletop Joab. There’s a fair bit to cover here and I’m just writing from the heart, so let’s just dive right into it. Google, the Ultimate BBEG Let’s start with the elephant […]

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