False Rat: a DnD homebrew monster and False Rat King
It looks like a furball with a rat’s tail. Then it becomes part of you, and asks you to make two more.
By Sahil BambulkarThe DnD Lair journal
DnD ideas.
Better adventures.
By Sahil Bambulkar
How to play DnD: a guide to your first session
Learn how to start playing DnD, what to bring to your first session, and how to make a character who gives the whole group something to work with.
By Sahil Bambulkar
DnD classes explained: choose your kind of hero
Choose a DnD class by the decisions you enjoy. Compare twelve core classes, try a simple character prompt, and find a play style beyond damage rankings.
By Sahil Bambulkar
DnD combat explained: make a plan for your turn
Understand DnD actions, Bonus Actions, movement and Reactions. Use a practical turn checklist and a rescue scene to make clearer choices in combat.
By Sahil Bambulkar
How to write a DnD backstory your DM can use
Write a playable DnD character backstory with a goal, a relationship and an open question. Includes an original example and prompts to connect your party.
By Sahil Bambulkar
DnD encounter design: build a choice, not just a fight
Create more interesting DnD encounters with a clear goal, visible pressure and changing terrain. Includes an original bridge encounter you can adapt.
By Sahil BambulkarThe person behind the pages
Written by Sahil.
I make the games at DnD Lair. This journal is where I share original adventure ideas, think through tabletop questions, and link to interesting work from other creators. Take an idea, make it your own, and bring it to your next game.