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Best Concentration Spells 5E (2014)
Best concentration spells in D&D 5E: Spirit Guardians, Hypnotic Pattern, Bless, Web, Haste, Hex, and how to choose what to concentrate on.
Best Wizard Spells 5E (2014)
Best Wizard spells in D&D 5E: Shield, Absorb Elements, Misty Step, Web, Counterspell, Fireball, Hypnotic Pattern, and preparation priorities.
Best Cleric Spells 5E (2014)
Best Cleric spells in D&D 5E: Guidance, Bless, Healing Word, Spiritual Weapon, Spirit Guardians, Revivify, and domain preparation tips.
Best Warlock Spells 5E (2014)
Best Warlock spells in D&D 5E: Eldritch Blast, Hex, Armor of Agathys mindset, Misty Step via invocations/Mystic Arcanum, and pact slot priorities.
Vicious Mockery 5E Guide
Vicious Mockery 5E guide: Bard cantrip, Wisdom save, psychic damage, disadvantage on the next attack, and when to use it over damage cantrips.
Mind Sliver 5E Guide
Mind Sliver 5E guide: Intelligence save cantrip, psychic damage, -1d4 on the next saving throw, and how to set up Hold Person or Banishment.
Fire Bolt 5E Guide
Fire Bolt 5E guide: ranged spell attack fire cantrip, object ignition, damage scaling, and when to pick it over Ray of Frost or Toll the Dead.
Vampire Survivors Best Passives (Hub)
Best Vampire Survivors passives explained: Empty Tome, Spinach, Attractorb, Hollow Heart, Bracer, and which ones unlock key weapon evolutions.
Vampire Survivors: First Three Evolutions to Rush
Best first three Vampire Survivors evolutions for new runs: Bloody Tear, Holy Wand, Thousand Edge, and how to secure passives before level 80 chests.
Best 3rd-Level Spells 5E (2014)
Best 3rd-level spells in D&D 5E: Fireball, Counterspell, Hypnotic Pattern, Spirit Guardians, Haste, Revivify, and when to cast each.
Best 2nd-Level Spells 5E (2014)
Best 2nd-level spells in D&D 5E: Misty Step, Web, Spiritual Weapon, Pass Without Trace, Spike Growth, Hold Person, and more.
Best 1st-Level Spells 5E (2014)
Best 1st-level spells in D&D 5E: Shield, Healing Word, Bless, Absorb Elements, Magic Missile, Hex, and more — ranked by combat impact.
Best Cantrips 5E (2014)
Best cantrips in D&D 5E (2014): Eldritch Blast, Guidance, Toll the Dead, Sacred Flame, and how to pick damage vs utility for your class.
Vampire Survivors: Skull O'Maniac Explained
Skull O'Maniac in Vampire Survivors: Curse passive explained, enemy spawn tradeoffs, and when Curse is worth the danger.
Vampire Survivors: TirajisĂş Explained
TirajisĂş in Vampire Survivors: Revivals passive explained, extra lives tips, and when to pick it over Armor or Hollow Heart.
Blindness/Deafness 5E Guide
Blindness/Deafness 5E guide: no concentration, Con save, upcasting extra targets, and when Blindness beats Faerie Fire.
Moonbeam 5E Guide
Moonbeam 5E guide: cylinder radiant damage, shapechanger reveals, bonus-action moves, and how it compares to Spirit Guardians.
Vampire Survivors: Crown Explained
Crown in Vampire Survivors: Growth passive explained, XP gain tips, and when to pick Crown over Attractorb.
Greater Invisibility 5E Guide
Greater Invisibility 5E guide: attack without ending invisibility, concentration tips, rogue synergy, and vs Invisibility.
Fear 5E Guide
Fear 5E guide: 30-foot cone, drop weapons, Dash away, concentration tips, and how it compares to Hypnotic Pattern.
Dimension Door 5E Guide
Dimension Door 5E guide: 500-foot teleport, bring a friend, arrival rules, and when it beats Misty Step or Fly.
Vampire Survivors: Duplicator Explained
Duplicator in Vampire Survivors: Amount passive explained, Magic Wand synergy, and when extra projectiles beat Area.
Fly 5E Guide
Fly 5E guide: 60-foot flying speed, concentration, upcasting extra targets, and fall risks when the spell ends.
Web 5E Guide
Web 5E guide: restrained condition, Dexterity saves, burning webs, concentration tips, and how it compares to Spike Growth.
Mirror Image 5E Guide
Mirror Image 5E guide: three duplicates, how attacks miss, AC of images, and when it beats Shield or Misty Step.
Vampire Survivors: Pummarola Explained
Pummarola in Vampire Survivors: Recovery passive explained, Song of Mana evolution, and when regen beats Hollow Heart.
Vampire Survivors: Candelabrador Explained
Candelabrador in Vampire Survivors: Area passive explained, Axe to Death Spiral evolution, and when Area beats Amount.
Polymorph 5E Guide
Polymorph 5E guide: beast forms, CR limits, concentration, giant ape tactics, and how it compares to True Polymorph.
Haste 5E Guide
Haste 5E guide: double speed, +2 AC, extra attack action, lethargy risk, and who to buff first.
Vampire Survivors: Bracer Explained
Bracer in Vampire Survivors: Projectile Speed passive, Knife evolution to Thousand Edge, and when speed beats Might.
Vampire Survivors: Armor Explained
Armor in Vampire Survivors: defense passive explained, Lightning Ring evolution, and when to stack Armor over Hollow Heart.
Slow 5E Guide
Slow 5E guide: up to six creatures, attack and spellcasting penalties, concentration tips, and how it compares to Hypnotic Pattern.
Banishment 5E Guide
Banishment 5E guide: Charisma save, concentration exile, native vs extraplanar targets, and when to upcast extra creatures.
Vampire Survivors: Wings Explained
Wings in Vampire Survivors: Move Speed passive explained, when speed saves runs, and how it compares to other survival items.
Vampire Survivors: Attractorb Explained
Attractorb in Vampire Survivors: Magnet passive explained, Santa Water evolution, and why vacuum range wins long runs.
Shatter 5E Guide
Shatter 5E guide: thunder damage sphere, Con save, brittle objects, upcasting, and when it beats Thunderwave.
Detect Magic 5E Guide
Detect Magic 5E guide: ritual casting, school auras, blocked by barriers, and how adventurers use it to find loot and traps.
Vampire Survivors: Spinach Explained
Spinach in Vampire Survivors: Might passive explained, which evolutions need it, and when to pick Spinach over Empty Tome.
Hypnotic Pattern 5E Guide
Hypnotic Pattern 5E guide: Charm effect, incapacitated enemies, concentration tips, and how it compares to Fear and Hold Person.
Heat Metal 5E Guide
Heat Metal 5E guide: damage each turn, drop or disadvantage, armor targets, and why Bards and Druids love this spell.
Silence 5E Guide
Silence 5E guide: 20-foot sphere, no verbal spells, Stealth setups, and how to use it against enemy casters.
Vampire Survivors: Empty Tome Explained
Empty Tome in Vampire Survivors: cooldown reduction passive, best evolutions that need it, and when to prioritize Tome over other items.
Revivify 5E Guide
Revivify 5E guide: 1-minute time limit, 300 gp diamond, who can cast it, and how it compares to Raise Dead and spare-the-dying plays.
Fog Cloud 5E Guide
Fog Cloud 5E guide: heavily obscured area, upcasting radius, escape tactics, and how it interacts with blindsight and Darkvision.
Faerie Fire 5E Guide
Faerie Fire 5E guide: Dexterity save, advantage on attacks, revealing invisible foes, and how it compares to Guiding Bolt.
Vampire Survivors: Hollow Heart Explained
Hollow Heart in Vampire Survivors: what the Max Health passive does, why it enables Bloody Tear, and when to pick it in builds.
Charm Person 5E Guide
Charm Person 5E guide: Wisdom save, charmed social advantage, hostile-when-it-ends warning, and upcasting multiple targets.
Spike Growth 5E Guide
Spike Growth 5E guide: difficult terrain, piercing damage per 5 feet, camouflage, concentration control for Rangers and Druids.
Pass Without Trace 5E Guide
Pass Without Trace 5E guide: +10 Stealth aura, concentration, group infiltration tactics, and why Rangers love this spell.
Vampire Survivors: How to Unlock the Milky Way Map
How to unlock the Milky Way Map in Vampire Survivors on Dairy Plant, why the green relic arrow matters, and how it helps find Randomazzo.
Invisibility 5E Guide
Invisibility 5E guide: heavily obscured attacker rules, concentration, what ends the spell, and Greater Invisibility comparisons.
Hold Person 5E Guide
Hold Person 5E guide: Wisdom save paralysis, auto-crit melee rules, concentration, upcasting extra targets, and best combat uses.
Sleep 5E Guide
Sleep 5E guide: hit point pool, unconscious rules, upcasting, and why it wrecks low-level encounters but fades later.
Cure Wounds 5E Guide
Cure Wounds 5E guide: touch heal Action economy, upcasting, and when Healing Word is the better combat choice.
Magic Missile 5E Guide
Magic Missile 5E guide: auto-hit force darts, upcasting extra missiles, Shield interaction, and when to pick it over cantrips.
Vampire Survivors: How to Unlock and Use Garlic
How Garlic works in Vampire Survivors: unlock tips, aura damage playstyle, evolution into Soul Eater, and when to pick it in early runs.
Thunderwave 5E Guide
Thunderwave 5E guide: 15-foot cube, Constitution save, thunder damage, push effect, and when to use it as an escape button.
Hunter's Mark 5E Guide
Hunter's Mark 5E guide: bonus weapon damage, Wisdom checks to track, concentration, and how it compares to Hex for Rangers.
Hex 5E Guide
Hex 5E guide: bonus necrotic damage, ability check disadvantage, concentration upcasting duration, and how it pairs with Eldritch Blast.
Mage Armor 5E Guide
Mage Armor 5E guide: 13 + Dexterity AC for 8 hours, who should cast it, and how it compares to light armor and Shield.
Eldritch Blast 5E Guide
Eldritch Blast 5E guide: force cantrip beams, Agonizing Blast, multiple beams at higher levels, and why it defines Warlock DPR.
Absorb Elements 5E Guide
Absorb Elements 5E guide: reaction resistance to elemental damage, bonus damage on your next melee hit, and when to pick it over Shield.
Toll the Dead 5E Guide
Toll the Dead 5E guide: Wisdom save cantrip, d8 vs d12 when the target is hurt, radiant-free necrotic damage, and when to prefer Sacred Flame.
Guiding Bolt 5E Guide
Guiding Bolt 5E guide: 4d6 radiant damage, advantage on the next attack, upcasting, and when to pick it over Sacred Flame.
Vampire Survivors: How to Evolve Weapons
How weapon evolutions work in Vampire Survivors: find the base weapon, grab its passive, open a chest after level 80, and prioritize strong early evolutions.
Sacred Flame 5E Guide
Sacred Flame 5E guide: radiant cantrip damage, Dexterity save, no cover benefit, scaling dice, and when to pick it over Toll the Dead.
Spirit Guardians 5E Guide
Spirit Guardians 5E guide: 15-foot aura, radiant or necrotic damage, speed reduction, concentration tips, and upcasting.
Fireball 5E Guide
Fireball 5E guide: 8d6 fire damage, 20-foot radius, Dexterity saves, upcasting, and when to hold the slot for smarter plays.
Spiritual Weapon 5E Guide
Spiritual Weapon 5E guide: bonus-action force damage, no concentration, upcasting, and how to run it with Healing Word or Guiding Bolt.
Bless 5E Guide
Bless 5E guide: +1d4 to attacks and saves, concentration tips, upcasting extra targets, and how it compares to Guidance and Bane.
Healing Word 5E Guide
Healing Word 5E guide: bonus-action heal, range, upcasting, when to pick it over Cure Wounds, and how it saves downed allies.
Guidance 5E Guide
Guidance 5E explained: cantrip concentration, +1d4 to ability checks, best uses out of combat, and common table rulings.
Vampire Survivors: How to Unlock Randomazzo and Arcana
How to unlock Randomazzo in Vampire Survivors on Gallo Tower, enable Arcana, get Sarabande of Healing, plus the optional Morbane spell code.
Shield 5E Guide
Shield 5E guide: +5 AC reaction, Magic Missile immunity, when to cast it, and how it compares to Counterspell and Absorb Elements.
Counterspell 5E Guide
Counterspell 5E guide: reaction timing, automatic success vs ability check, upcasting tips, and when to save your reaction instead.
Misty Step 5E Guide
Misty Step 5E explained: spell stats, bonus-action teleport range, classes, best uses in combat, and how it compares to Vortex Warp and Dimension Door.
Palworld vs. Other Creature-Collection Games: A Unique Blend of Survival and Collection
Setting up a quick comparison table, you can see how these games stack up:
Exploring Palworld's Lore: The Enigma of Villainous Plots & Hidden Mysteries Uncovered"
I've always been fascinated by the rich lore of Palworld. It's an intriguing universe, full of mysteries waiting to be unraveled.
Mastering Environmental Storytelling: An In-Depth Look at Palworld's Game Narrative
As an avid gamer, I've always been fascinated by how games can tell compelling stories. Palworld is a standout example, masterfully using its environment…
Improving Your Aim in Valorant: Tips and Techniques
Do you need help to improve your aim in Valorant? Whether new to the game or a seasoned player, the precise objective is crucial to your success.
Dave the Diver Bluespotted Stargazer Location
Find the Bluespotted Stargazer in Dave the Diver for the Chinese Cuisine Contest — location tips for the Blue Depths (about 130–250m).
Dave the Diver Horned Parrotfish | Location, How to Capture, and More
Occasionally in Dave the Diver, you'll receive a request to take a picture of various fish, like the Horned Parrotfish.
Dave the Diver Reticent Girl Guide | White Trevally, Kelp, Soy Sauce
Dave the Diver Reticent Girl mission guide: where to find White Trevally, Kelp, and Soy Sauce so you can serve the dish Make wants.
How to Get Into DnD - Written by a Current Player
New to D&D? Here's everything you need to know to get started, broken into three parts: what to buy, how the game works, and how to start a campaign.
Water Spells 5E: How They Work, Best Water Spells, and More!
It can be difficult to find the best water spells 5E has to offer; although they are a powerful tool for spellcasters (and, in particular, offer great…
The Best DnD Dice Trays to Buy
I've been playing Dungeons and Dragons for years and know, firsthand, that a solid dice tray is essential for a fun DnD experience.
Synaptic Static 5E Guide
With Synaptic Static, create chaos in the minds of your enemies in an impressive 20-foot radius sphere, dealing a high amount of damage and causing them…
Aura of Vitality 5E Guide
With the Aura of Vitality 5E spell, healing energy radiates from your character and healing a character you choose within 30 foot.
Enhance Ability 5e Guide
Enhance Ability 5E guide: Bear's Endurance, Bull's Strength, Cat's Grace, and when to cast each animal buff.
Kinetic Jaunt 5E Guide
Kinetic Jaunt 5E guide: +10 feet of speed, no opportunity attacks, spell stats, classes, and practical combat uses for Artificers, Bards, Sorcerers, and Wizards.
Borrowed Knowledge 5E Guide
This Borrowed Knowledge 5E Guide breaks down everything you need to know about the spell, what it does, common use cases, and more!
Vortex Warp 5E Guide
Vortex Warp 5E explained: spell level, classes, how the teleport works, Constitution saves, and the best ways to use it in combat.
Dissonant Whispers 5E Guide: How & When to Use It!
Dissonant Whispers 5E guide: psychic damage, forced movement via reaction, upcasting, and best Bard combat uses.
The Best DnD Battle Mats
A battle mat is an essential tool for many D&D players. As you probably know, DnD battle mats come in various types and styles, with unique features and…
10 Unique DnD Character Ideas to Try Out Today!
Ten unique D&D character concepts — from a tragic half-elf bard to an isolated monk — to spark your next campaign or one-shot build.
The Best DnD Terrain for an Immersive Gaming Experience
As fans of Dungeons and Dragons know, one of the keys to a successful game is creating a believable and immersive world for players to explore.
10 DnD Heist Ideas to Try Out Today!
Ten D&D heist ideas for one-shots or campaigns — dragon hoards, royal artifacts, and other high-stakes missions your party can plan and pull off.
How to DM in DnD
Are you interested in learning how to DM in a DnD game? If so, you're in the right place! In this blog post, I'll be providing tips and advice on how to…
How to Get Weapon Proficiency in DnD 5E
Wondering how to get weapon proficiency in DnD 5E? If so, I've created the perfect guide for you.
Top 10 D&D Adventure Ideas
Are you a Dungeon Master looking for some fresh ideas for your next Dungeons and Dragons campaign? Look no further!
How to Roll for Stats in DnD 5E | Top Tips
In Dungeons and Dragons, dice are rolled to determine the stats of a character. These stats will give that character an advantage or disadvantage,…
How to Play D&D Without Miniatures
Dungeons and Dragons is a game fueled by players' imagination. Over the years, to help fuel that imagination, physical representation tools were created…
How to Organize DnD Notes - Complete Guide for Players and DMs
How does a D&D player or DM take effective notes? Depending on who you talk to, you'll get different answers.
How to Roleplay in DnD | 16 Tips to Be a Better Roleplayer
Roleplaying in D&D is a great way to create stories, experience emotions and allow creativity to flow.
How to Determine Saving Throws in DnD 5E
If you've been playing the 5th edition of Dungeons and Dragons (click here to learn how to get into DnD if not) , you've probably come across a saving…
Who is Vecna in DnD?
If you've watched the newest season of Stranger Things and are wondering who Vecna is, I've created an in-depth guide that walks through the lore in DnD.
How to Make Jotaro in 5E DnD | The Best JoJo Build
If you're wondering how to make Jotaro in 5E DnD, I've got you covered. Below, you'll find the best JoJo build for Dungeons and Dragons, focusing on the…
Why Did No One Play DnD 4E?
There are many players currently enjoying D&D 5E. Fortunately, those players haven't played the 4th edition of the game.
In DnD Why is Medicine Wisdom-Based?
If you've roleplayed a wisdom-based character, you've probably wondered why Medicine checks reference your character's Wisdom stat.
How to Store D&D Miniatures | Best D&D Mini Storage
D&D is a game that's only limited by your imagination. But a figurine, or miniature, never hurts.
In DnD 5e Who Wins Ties?
If you're confused on AC vs DC, I created a guide that will be extremely helpful. Whether you're trying to inflict physical damage or make an Intelligence…
How to Hide a Computer Tower
If you've been wondering how to hide a computer tower, I've got you covered. Nowadays, there are so many options when it comes to the look of computer…
Complete Guide on Abyssal vs Infernal in DnD
One of the best languages in DnD , a lot of players have struggled when it comes to understanding Abyssal vs Infernal in DnD.
How to Write a DnD Module
Writing a D&D module can be challenging, but it's not impossible. Those wondering how to write a DnD module will find this article very useful; it will…
How to Enable HDR on a Gigabyte Monitor
To enable HDR on a Gigabyte monitor, make sure to read the instructions below. If the screen doesn't automatically switch to HDR mode, you can change the…
Top 8 Gaming Keyboards for Big Hands & Fat Fingers
If you have large hands, you can still play the best games on a gaming keyboard designed for big hands.
How to Get a Friendship Circlet in FFXIV
If you're wondering how to get a Friendship Circlet in FFXIV, we've got you covered. In FFXIV, there are two ways to get a Friendship Circlet: For tenured…
Ultimate Guide: The Best VR Headset for iPhones
Virtual reality continues to become more advanced. It seems like there's a new VR-related breakthrough every year.
D&D 5E Best Languages to Know
If you're getting into D&D and rolling up a new D&D character and thinking about which languages are useful to know?
Vampire Survivors Collection List
The Vampire Survivors collection list has grown since the start of the game. It's an impressive list that contains unlockable items, weapons, upgrades,…
Gaming Headset that Doesn't Pickup Background Noise
If you're among the many gamers looking for a gaming headset that doesn't pickup background noise, we've got you covered.
Best Places to Play Pokemon Go in California
You're not the first Trainer to ask about the best places for Pokemon Go in California. Most of what we've found online simply shows a few good spots in…
Vampire Survivors Best Arcanas Tier List
If you've been grinding Vampire Survivors and are now a bit confused by Arcana, we've got you covered.
How to Unlock Magic Banger in Vampire Survivors
In May 2022, the 0.5.2 patch of Vampire Survivors came, which brought with it a new relic called Magic Banger that allows players to choose the music and…
How to Get Mewtwo in Pokemon Go
There are 3 ways to get Mewtwo in Pokemon Go:
Top 3 Best VR Headset for Movies
VR technology continues to get better and better, as well as more viable for the general public.
Where to Buy Warhammer 40K Miniatures, Models, and Figures
If you are among the many RPG players out there asking where to buy Warhammer 40k miniatures, we've got your back.
How to Heal Undead in DnD 5E
So you've found yourself wondering how to heal undead in DnD 5E, huh? You're in good company. Many have asked and been stumped (no pun intended).
Ultimate Guide on How to be a Good DnD Player
So you're interested in becoming a solid D&D player, huh? That's good! I've compiled a list that breaks down tips for brand new D&D players, tips for…
Best Moveset for Druddigon Pokemon Go
The best moveset for Druddigon in Pokemon Go is:
Vampire Survivors Weapons Tier List
So you've been playing Vampire Survivors and want to see a Vampire Survivors weapons tier list.
Vampire Survivors Best Items Tier List
So you've been playing Vampire Survivors and are now looking for a Vampire Survivors Best Items tier list, huh?
Vampire Survivors Best Characters Tier List
If you've been playing Vampire Survivors, you know that a huge piece to the success of your runs is the character you play.
How to Evolve Pentagram in Vampire Survivors to get Gorgeous Moon
How to evolve Pentagram into Gorgeous Moon in Vampire Survivors: required passive, chest timing, and what the evolution does.
How to Evolve Shadow Pinion to Get Valkyrie Turner in Vampire Survivors
Valkyrie Turner is one of the newest weapon upgrades in Vampire Survivors (as of 5/15/2022).
How to Defeat the Vampire Survivors Green Reaper
How to defeat the Vampire Survivors Green Reaper on Dairy Plant: Rosary, map wipes, and damage strategies that work.
Vampire Survivors Weapon Combos Tier List
If you're looking to up your game in Vampire Survivors, you need to know about weapon combos.
Guide: How to Unlock the Stone Mask in Vampire Survivors
If you're racking you're brain trying to figure out how to get the Stone Mask in Vampire Survivors, you've come to the right place.
What Are Martial Weapons DnD 5E
What are martial weapons in D&D? A martial weapon is a melee weapon that is designed for hand-to-hand combat.
DnD 5E Blood Hunter Guide
Do you want to hunt monsters and banish evil from the world? If so, you might want to consider playing a Blood Hunter!
How to Put DnD on Your Resume
Do you have experience playing DnD? If so, you may be wondering how to put that on your resume. After all, it's a great skill to list!
How to Start a DnD Campaign
If you're new to Dungeons and Dragons, starting a campaign can seem like a daunting task. How do you choose your players?
The Best DnD Podcasts
If you're a fan of Dungeons and Dragons, you know that the wait between sessions can be painful. But don't worry, we've got you covered!
Best Race for Monk DnD 5e
If you're looking for the best race to play a monk in your DnD 5e campaign, look no further! We've got the perfect guide for you.
How to Write a DnD Character Backstory
Do you want to create an epic backstory for your new Dungeons and Dragons character? It's important to start a DnD campaign off the right way.
How to Get Axew in Pokemon Go
If you've been playing Pokemon Go for a while, you know the struggle of catching a new Pokemon (or one you don't have yet).
Why is There Confetti in Pokemon Go?
Players around the world have been wondering, "Why is there confetti falling in Pokemon Go?" While it's common for Niantic to release updates and special…