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Detentions and Dragons

Sep 30, 2019

On this lesson of Detentions and Dragons, Josh and Matt reflect on their first few weeks of leading their Dungeons and Dragons Club. While both Matt and Josh found their first few weeks of D&D at school successful, reflecting on what went well, what could be improved on, and goals for the 2020 year are...


Sep 23, 2019

On this lesson of Detentions and Dragons, Josh and Matt discuss tool proficiency. New players often rely on the basic skills like combat, perception checks, and athletics checks to interact with the world. However, why not encourage them to utilize their tool proficiency. Tool proficiency goes beyond just making items....


Sep 16, 2019

On this lesson of Detentions and Dragons, Josh and Matt discuss custom classes. The official classes are solid, customizable, and great for any game. However, what if you are looking to fill an esoteric niche not traditionally offered by the available classes. That's where the custom classes come in! Over his summer...


Sep 9, 2019

On this lesson of Detentions and Dragons, Josh and Matt discuss advanced classes. In their opinion, the fighter, cleric, rogue, and wizard are the best classes for brand new players. However, players with experience may want to explore other classes. Continuing with their back to school theme of upper class, Matt and...


Sep 2, 2019

On this lesson of Detentions and Dragons, Josh and Matt discuss D&D Essentials. Approximately five years after releasing their original starter kit, Wizards of the Coast released...another starter kit for 5th edition D&D called D&D Essentials.

Remakes aren't necessarily bad but is this new product an inspired  way to...