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·10 min read

10 Abandoned D&D Campaigns That Deserved a Better Ending

Ten unforgettable Reddit campaign ideas, from language-eating vaults to dying port cities, that stalled before they reached their final scene and still deserve one.

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·8 min read

How to Run a One-Shot in Under 4 Hours: A DM's Guide

A practical D&D one-shot guide for DMs who want real pacing advice, sharper prep, and a short D&D adventure that actually reaches its ending in one sitting.

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Why Every DM Needs a One-Shot in Their Back Pocket

A persuasive case for keeping ready-to-run D&D on hand, whether the table shrinks, a new player arrives, or your campaign prep falls apart an hour before game time.

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