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Magic Through the Ages
Season 2 Episode 18
In this episode of Roll for Lore, we trace the history of magic in Dungeons & Dragons, from its earliest roots in 1974 to the modern rules of 5e and beyond. We explore the inspirations behind the sys…
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
Strahd von Zarovich: Lord of Ravenloft
Season 2 Episode 17
In this episode of Roll for Lore, we descend into the mist-shrouded realm of Barovia to uncover the tragic and terrifying story of Count Strahd von Zarovich, Dungeons & Dragons’ most iconic vampire v…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Evermeet: The Island of the Elves
Season 2 Episode 16
In this episode of Roll for Lore, we sail across the Trackless Sea to Evermeet, the legendary island sanctuary of the elves in the Forgotten Realms. Often called the Island of Eternal Summer, Evermee…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Vecna
Season 2 Episode 15
In this episode of Roll for Lore, we uncover the dark legacy of Vecna, one of Dungeons & Dragons’ most infamous villains turned god. Once a mortal necromancer obsessed with power and forbidden knowle…
Published on 3 months ago
DnD Locale: Mithral Hall
Season 2 Episode 14
In this episode of Roll for Lore, we explore the rich history and enduring legacy of Mithral Hall, one of the most iconic dwarven cities in the Forgotten Realms. Known from the Drizzt Do’Urden novels…
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
Purple Dragon Knights: Champions of Cormyr
Season 2 Episode 13
In this episode of Roll for Lore, we don the purple cloaks and shining steel of one of Faerûn’s most iconic martial orders—the Purple Dragon Knights. From their noble origins in the Forest Kingdom of…
Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago
Elminster Aumar
Season 2 Episode 12
In this episode of Roll for Lore, we journey through myth and manuscript to meet Elminster Aumar, the most famous wizard in the Forgotten Realms—and the one closest to its creator’s heart. We explore…
Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago
Sharn: City of Towers, City of Secrets
Season 2 Episode 11
In this episode of Roll for Lore, we take to the skies above Sharn, the towering metropolis at the heart of Eberron. Known as the City of Towers, Sharn is a place of dizzying heights, magical innovat…
Published on 3 months, 4 weeks ago
Asmodeus: Lord of the Nine Hells
Season 2 Episode 10
In this episode of Roll for Lore, we descend into the infernal depths to uncover the story of Asmodeus, the supreme ruler of the Nine Hells and one of the most powerful—and dangerous—figures in all o…
Published on 4 months ago
The Spellplague: Magic Unleashed and the Realms Remade
Season 2 Episode 9
In this episode of Roll for Lore, we dive into one of the most world-shaking events in Forgotten Realms history: the Spellplague. When the goddess Mystra was murdered, the very fabric of magic—known …
Published on 4 months, 1 week ago