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Infravision allows creatures to see in the infrared spectrum, useful for nocturnal and underground beings. Different light sources, such as torches and magic weapons, provide illumination necessary for activities in low-light environments. Infravision can be hindered by light sources and extreme temperatures. Ultravision enables sight in the ultraviolet spectrum, while silent and invisible movemen...

Today's podcast is talking about the holy water creation rules found in the DMG on page 115! Only clerics, except druids, can create holy or unholy water using a special basin and font made of precious metals. The process requires casting specific spells and can only be done once a week. The amount of water produced depends on the metal used. If defiled, the font must be remade at a significant co...

Listen into today's podcast as I go over the spell ‘Restoration’ in the player's handbook. Discover how it can revive lost levels and restore vitality while unraveling its unique mechanics and strategic uses in gameplay. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the realm, this episode will equip you with valuable insights for your next adventure! Highlights 📖 Restoration is a 7th-level cleric s...

Gauntlets of Dexterity : These seemingly ordinary leather gloves are magically enhanced to fit any wearer, whether a halfling or a large human. When worn, they offer a significant boost to the wearer’s dexterity: If the wearer’s dexterity is 6 or lower , the gauntlets increase it by 4 points . If the wearer’s dexterity is between 7 and 13 , the increase is 2 points . If the wearer’s dexterity is 1...

Today's podcast has us looking at Dragon Magazine #68 , on page 82, an article titled, "You've Always Got a Chance..." -- This Article goes on to tell you how to take the ability score based on the situation, multiply it by 5 to get a percentage chance of success. Highlights -🛡️ Orc Attack : Orcs battering down the door create immediate tension. Thief’s Escape : The thief climbs to safety on a led...

Welcome to another Podcast! Today I am going over an item requested by Dan S, the Deck of Many things! The Deck of Many Things is a favorite magic item in AD&D, offering exciting and unpredictable effects that can drastically change gameplay. Highlights 🎴 The Deck of Many Things is beloved by players and DMs alike. 📜 Printed cards can be found in Dragon Magazine #148, 1989, based on the firs...

The Sword +2, known as the Dragon Slayer, deals +4 damage against all true dragons and triples damage (3-36 + 4 or 7-40) against one specific dragon type determined by a random roll. However, if the sword is rolled as an unusual sword, if its the same alignment, that would preventing it from slaying dragons of that type and alignment. A roll determines the dragon type, excluding Bahamut and Tiamat...

On Page 40 of the Player's Handbook we have a little blurb about the term monster. I thought it was an excellent things to discuss and talk about. The term “monster” is broadly applied in adventuring contexts, referring not only to fearsome creatures but also to benign animals, intelligent beings, or even humans that may pose a threat. An encounter with a “monster” signals a potential confrontatio...

Today I am joined by DM Rivers as a special Guest as we explore the Cavalier class from Unearthed Arcana in AD&D, highlighting its unique traits, historical context, and gameplay challenges. Rivers Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RIVERSRPGChannel/ Highlights ⚔️ The Cavalier class offers a knightly experience akin to the Battle of Agincourt. 🐴 Cavaliers must adhere to a strict code of chival...

The Rings of Regeneration in AD&D are powerful magic items that restore hit points and can bring characters back from death, with two distinct forms offering unique benefits. Highlights 🔮 Powerful Magic Item : The Ring of Regeneration is one of the most potent items in AD&D. 💖 Healing Factor : Restores one hit point per turn and can replace lost limbs or organs. ⚰️ Return from Death : Ca...

Magic-user spell books are essential for spellcasters, typically consisting of one or two books upon completing their apprenticeship. There are two types: standard books, containing a higher number of spells, and traveling books with fewer spells. Costs for these books vary based on spell levels, and new spellcasters often receive their initial books from their masters. Standard spell books are ma...

A Necklace of Strangulation is an enchanted item that can only be discovered when placed around the wearer’s neck. Upon wearing it, the necklace constricts, causing 6 hit points of damage per round and cannot be removed without powerful spells. The wearer will eventually die, leaving only a skeleton behind. Highlights 🎭 Enchanted Item : The necklace is covered by enchantments that conceal its tru...

Clerics receive spells from their deities through prayer and meditation, with lower-level spells given via intermediaries and higher-level spells requiring direct supplication. The deity may grant or deny requests based on the cleric’s actions, alignment, and faithfulness. Some spells also need specific material components provided by the cleric. Highlights -📜 Divine Bestowal : Clerical spells ar...

The Fumble Spell in AD&D is an underutilized fourth-level enchantment that causes a target to fumble items and act clumsily, with a duration of one round per level. Highlights 🪄 Fumble Spell is a fourth-level magic user spell. ⚖️ Duration is one round per level, making it potentially powerful. ⚔️ Causes targets to drop or fumble items, creating tactical advantages. ⚡ Saving throw can result...

The Holy Avenger is a powerful sword for Paladins, granting magic resistance and bonus damage against chaotic evil foes, making it a significant asset in AD&D. Highlights ⚔️ Holy Avenger Power : Acts as a +2 sword for non-Paladins and a +5 sword for Paladins. 🛡️ Magic Resistance : Provides 50% magic resistance within a 5-foot radius. ✨ Bonus Damage : Inflicts +10 damage to chaotic evil oppone...

Today's podcast was an email suggestion from Billy G! The Algoid is a rare, semi-intelligent green humanoid creature resembling a colony of algae. It has a unique form, limited to mobility and a basic intelligence, and is immune to various weapons and magical attacks, particularly fire and lightning. Algoids can control nearby trees to aid in combat, dealing significant damage. They are vulner...

Today's podcast suggestion is brought to you by Donald Vek! Thank you for the suggestion. Today's podcast discusses the differences between the Gem of Seeing from the Dungeon Master’s Guide and the True Seeing spell from the Player’s Handbook and the in AD&D. Highlights 📖 True Seeing is a 5th level cleric spell allowing perception of true forms. 🔮 The Gem of Seeing is a magic item th...

Topic this episode is suggested by DIRTYOLDGROGNARD on X. This issue of Dragon Magazine #222 features an in-depth exploration of the Death Knight as a terrifying and tragic NPC (Non-Player Character) in Advanced Dungeons & Dragons. Once noble warriors, death knights now serve evil, wielding immense power and command over undead forces. The article provides a comprehensive guide on how to creat...

LAMIA is a rare, chaotic evil creature found in deserts, resembling a human female with a beast’s lower body. They are fast, armed with daggers, and possess spellcasting abilities to charm and deceive their prey. Lamias drain wisdom and blood from victims, ultimately devouring them. Their ability to speak in common and their alignment language aids in their manipulative tactics. #LamiaRPG #Fantasy...

Vince is joined by DM Will and they go over the system for determining the unusual properties of swords, including their intelligence, alignment, primary abilities, extraordinary powers, and specific purposes. Various tables are provided to roll dice for these attributes, which can affect how the sword interacts with its wielder and the world around it. #Swords #Intelligence #Adnd #RPG Highlights...

Arrows of slaying in AD&D are powerful magic items that instantly kill specific creature types, with unique variations and careful usage required. Do you want to guest host on the show? Let me know, email at AsktheDM(@)TheEvilDM.com #AdvancedDungeonsAndDragons #TSR #Greyhawk Highlights 🏹 Instant Death : These arrows kill their specific target instantly with no saving throw. ⚔️ +3 to Hit : The...

Today's podcast is brought to you by LeroyD20 on X. The Jackalwere is a rare and dangerous creature known for its ability to shift between a jackal and human form. Driven by chaotic evil, it roams the lands, targeting humans for their riches and lives. Its gaze holds a magical sleep-inducing power, making it even more threatening in ambush situations. With a high intelligence and the ability t...

Today on the podcast, Jonathan S sent a request into my facebook page asking about Death Knights! Death Knights, formidable undead creatures from D&D, are powerful foes with unique abilities, including magic resistance and commanding undead. 🗡️ Death Knights are powerful undead, known for their formidable stats and abilities. 👻 They have a unique origin as fallen paladins, cursed by demons. ⚔...

An interesting monster that has a lot of possibilities in your game, so in this video I discuss the Spectre in AD&D, detailing their abilities, weaknesses, and a unique approach for incorporating them into gameplay. Highlights 📖 Spectres are powerful undead with unique abilities. 👻 They drain life energy, posing a significant threat to players. 🌑 Spectres hate sunlight, becoming powerless i...

The Equalizer of Gran March, or the Sword of Neutrality, is a silver long sword designed to balance the universe’s powers. Only true neutral characters can wield it effectively. It functions as a +3 weapon against various alignments, with special effects against extreme alignments, including potential disintegration. The sword has an experience point value of 10,000 and a gold piece value of 50,00...