d4: D&D Deep Dive

Today I'm going to do a Deep Dive into my favorite Baldur's Gate 3 build to date, including the most important magic items we want and even what we need out of our companions to really make it shine! Check out Deal Dash Here:  https://dealdash.com/D4 Promo code: D4 I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/U...

You want a One D&D Playtest Monk? Ok! Good news: they're awesome! Bad news (?): they might be even better when mixed with some other classes ;). Check out Czepeku maps here! https://www.czepeku.com/ And join their Patreon here! https://www.patreon.com/czepeku I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jQ2Is...

An Arcane Assassin? I'm not talking about a gish; I'm talking about a build that Assassinates with spells and spells alone. And my goodness can it burst! Use my code D4 to get $5 off your delicious, high protein Magic Spoon cereal by clicking this link: https://sponsr.is/magicspoon_d4_0124 I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://...

If you're looking for a good "overview" of all of my Burst/Nova builds to date, this is a great place to start!  Master Nova Damage Comparison (5 tabs): https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1YkQl4xJHk26zLAh-S0Uh-eW1f3rnKVrWkHaeuN9oCK0/edit?usp=sharing Intro:(0:00) Multi-Target Tier:(6:04) Tier 4:(11:49) Tier 3:(19:02) Tier 2:(26:53) Tier 1:(35:03) Thanks to LudicSavant for the ama...

A dual-wielding Hexblade? I guess that three and a half years later, I think it's time to update my very first build. Spoiler Alert: I think this is better. Check out the Obvious Mimic T-shirt collections here! https://obviousmimic.com/collections/wish-you-were-here https://obviousmimic.com/collections/side-hustles-t-shirt-collection And don't forget to use the code COLBYSHIRTS at checko...

"Can you make a video that focuses on making the best party for the new Honor Mode for Baldur's Gate 3?" I can certainly try... Check out The Seeker's Guide to Enchanting Emporiums here!   https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/eldermancy/the-seekers-guide-to-enchanting-emporiums?ref=bzlr8m I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member!...

Some people like to really help their allies shine. Some people really like to just blow stuff up once in awhile. Nobody does *both* of those things better than the Order Cleric! Check out Czepeku maps here! https://www.czepeku.com/ And join their Patreon here! https://www.patreon.com/czepeku I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.you...

Today I combine a couple of things I've been wanting to play with on a Monk - 1: Armor, and 2: Shadow Blade. The results are surprisingly effective :).  Check out World Anvil here! https://worldanvil.com/?c=D4 Use the promo code d4 at checkout to save 40%! I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jQ2IsZj_CAS0...

Chris from Treantmonk's Temple and I take a Deep Dive into the Unearthed Arcana Monk from One D&D Playtest 8. Spoiler Alert: It's freaking fantastic. Watch Part 2 on Treantmonk's channel here: https://youtu.be/ILAxjCgb5mk AND SUBSCRIBE TO HIS CHANNEL IF YOU HAVEN'T!!! I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.yout...

Today I'm breaking down everyone one of my "sustained" damage builds (DPR) I've ever done, giving a brief synopsis of each, and ranking them. According to a not very qualitatively useful and overly-simplistic mathmatical formula ;). Sustained DPR Comparisons (6 Tabs): https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1HPMg7cDqOC-0-vNFgEV9E5WQLDdCOdI64Vbnu60pC78/edit?usp=sharing Intro:(0:0...

I *love* the new Path of the Giant Barbarian! And... it also makes me really angry! Come see why :). Check out World Anvil Here! https://worldanvil.com/?c=D4 And don't forget to use the code d4 at checkout to save 40%! I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jQ2IsZj_CAS0bZgA6O2pA/join Merch Store! https://ww...

Today we're playing with Mushrooms. Specifically, trying to get the most out of the Spores Druid with some Gishy Spell Sword builds for Baldur's Gate 3 :). Check out Czepeku maps here! https://www.czepeku.com/ And join their Patreon here! https://www.patreon.com/czepeku I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/chan...

Today is the last video I'm doing inspired by the  @DungeonDudes   multiclassing Tier-Ranking series. Here's a spoiler warning: we go out with a BANG! Check out Tabletop Candle Company Here: https://tabletopcandlecompany.com/ Promo Code: d4 to save 15%! Are you *seriously* not subscribed to The Dungeon Dudes yet?! https://www.youtube.com/@DungeonDudes I'd appreciate it if you'd...

Have you ever wanted to play a Bladesinger in BG3? How about an Artificer? Join me as I show you how to mod the game and make some builds for them (spoiler alert: they're so good I immediately started a new playthrough after recording this :) ). Check out Fablemaker's Deck of Many Things here! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hitpointpress/the-fablemakers-deck-of-many-things-for-5e?r...

Today I'm joined by Kelly and Monty from the Dungeon Dudes to talk about their new book, "Sebastian Crowe's Guide to Drakkenheim," and do a build for one of my favorite subclasses from it. Get comfy 'cuz this one goes loooooooong ;).  Check out Plain Terrain Battle Maps here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/moonlightmaps/plain-terrain-battle-maps-and-assets?ref=c6g4s4...

Today, we make a Warlock Gish or Spell Sword that's... wait for it... NOT a Hexblade. And, spoiler warning: they do *fantastic* damage. Check out Librus Nocturnum here! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lunchbreakheroes/librus-nocturnum-5e-horror-adventure-anthology?ref=34tz1w I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com...

More Baldur's Gate builds! Today, we do a Four Elements Monk, a Spider-loving Druid/Ranger, and probably the best ranged weapon using build I've done to date. Check out World Anvil here! https://worldanvil.com/?c=D4 Use the promo code d4 at checkout to save 40%! I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9j...

Which class is the best controller in Dungeons & Dragons? For my money, it's the Sorcerer *if you build for it*. Here's why :). Check out Librus Nocturnum here! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lunchbreakheroes/librus-nocturnum-5e-horror-adventure-anthology?ref=34tz1w I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.co...

Here's part 2 of my series where I do a fun and powerful build that's also *thematically appropriate* for every BG3 Origin Companion. Check out part 1 if you missed it!  Check out Hit Point Press here! https://hitpointpress.com/?aff=52 Don't forget to use the discount code D4HPP to save $10! I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! h...

You want a build for every companion that's both powerful *and* that stays true to their core character concept? I'm your huckleberry. Check out Obvious Mimic here! https://obviousmimic.com/discount/COLBY Use the Discount Code COLBY to save $5 off your order! I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jQ2I...

"The best Rogues in D&D never take more than 3 levels in Rogue." So goes a popular idea about 5e. Today, we're going to put that theory to the test. Check out World Anvil here! https://worldanvil.com/?c=D4 Use the promo code d4 at checkout to save 40%! I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jQ...

I think this collection of BG3 builds is my favorite to date :). Use my code D4 to get $5 off your delicious, high protein Magic Spoon cereal by clicking this link: https://sponsr.is/magicspoon_d4_0923 I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jQ2IsZj_CAS0bZgA6O2pA/join Merch Store! https://www.etsy.com/shop/d4DnDD...

I have a fever. And the only cure is more really fun builds for Baldur's Gate 3 :). Check out Czepeku maps here! https://www.czepeku.com/ And join their Patreon here! https://www.patreon.com/czepeku I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jQ2IsZj_CAS0bZgA6O2pA/join Merch Store! https://www.etsy.com/shop/d4Dn...

Once upon a time there was a Druid/Ranger multiclass who really liked to maul Kobolds... Check out Guillman's Guide to Speed here! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/onlycrits/guillmans-guide-to-speed?ref=ab648r I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jQ2IsZj_CAS0bZgA6O2pA/join Merch Store! https://www.ets...

BG3 is my D&D Character Creation playground and I am HERE for it! I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jQ2IsZj_CAS0bZgA6O2pA/join Merch Store! https://www.etsy.com/shop/d4DnDDeepDive Also: if you'd like to purchase content through my Amazon affiliate link, it would be another way to help support the c...