The wizard in Dungeons and Dragons functions as a strange type of spellcaster, one who derives his magic from a powerful patron and whose spells work differently than any other class in the game. Warlocks receive few slots, but can reclaim them more frequently outside of battle, and the spells they get are actually pretty strong. They are also one of the best classes to build a blaster D&Dmainly because of his iconic gimmick and otherworldly outburst. When it comes to the magical items that best support a wizard character, there are a few specific choices that stand out. These…
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The trailer for The Witcher 4 shows Ciri several years after the end of the previous game, The Witcher 3slaying monsters like a witcher, just like Geralt before her. Of course, the game will follow this younger wizard during a new journey, which means that certain events from the last game should now be set in stone. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has several dozen possible variations in its endingincluding the many different choices made throughout the game for various side quests. For years, the fanbase has wondered which of these endings would be considered canon if the series moved…
Amidst the excitement over the recently announced The Witcher 4fans are wondering where and how Geralt of Rivia will appear in the new title. Although the grizzled monster hunter was mentioned in the new The Game Awards trailer, it's clear that players will be put in the shoes of their adopted daughter, Ciri, on this outing. Still, with how beloved the character is, it's likely he'll be present in the new game in at least some capacity. Almost certainly, in fact, since it has already been revealed thatt Doug Cockle will return to voice the older wizard. It's an exciting…
Fans of Mass Effect the series will be familiar with many of the major alien species that populate its universe, such as the Asari, Turians, and Krogan. But there is one sentient species that tends to stay out of the picture for most of the story, appearing only briefly in Mass Effects 2 and 3: the Yahg, huge red aliens with incredible strength and a propensity for violence. The Yahg are entirely absent from the games' main plot, introduced in a DLC storyline for Mass Effect 2but the creatures made a huge impact on the fandom. Little is known about…
Monks in Dungeons and Dragons are the usual choice for unarmed and unarmored characters, given their ability to fight using martial arts. Without weapons and armor, monks generally carry less magical equipment than other player characters. Still, there are some items that work perfectly for your skill set. THE Dungeon Master Guide 2024 introduced and updated many items suitable for monks. These pieces of magical equipment improve their user's ability maneuverability, stealth and unarmed combat skillsincreasing all of the monk's major class strengths. Of all the items included in the new book, these ten work best to give monks an…
The fighter will receive a new subclass in Baldur's Gate 3 in 2025 in the form of the arcane archer. This is exciting news for players looking to create a ranged character, as Many of the game's martial classes lack features that specifically improve ranged weapon attacks. Dungeons and Dragons tabletop players, however, may be skeptical, as the arcane archer doesn't have a stellar reputation. Inside D&Dthe arcane archer is probably one of the worst subclass choices for fighters, simply because it is overshadowed by the other options. In particular, the battlemaster can do almost everything the arcane archer can…
Bards are jacks of all trades Dungeons and Dragonscapable of martial dexterity and powerful spell casting, as well as proficient in a number of skills. But they can become even more versatile with the use of magical items. THE Dungeon Master Guide 2024 includes a ton of new itemsincluding some that are exclusive to the bard. But which ones are best for bards to use? There are a number of items that synergize with their existing skills and help them better perform their roles within the group. Since bards are often the face of the group and can also act…
Baldur's Gate 3The game's eighth major patch will arrive in 2025 and will bring 12 new subclasses in the mix for players to choose from. For druid characters, your new option is the circle of stars, originally introduced D&D node Tasha's Cauldron of Everything reference book. While the subclass features provided by the circle of stars will undoubtedly receive changes in the video game format, it remains one of the more unique options for druid characters. This is predominantly due to the way the star druid can use his wild shape, renouncing the usual animal transformation for a power called…
Summary CIV 7 Introduces dynamic map terrain changes, enhancing gameplay strategy and providing new opportunities for players. Streamlined tech and culture trees aim to simplify progression, making each choice more critical for players to focus on. The game’s return to a realistic art style, inclusion of base game features and crisis events add depth and player interaction. The next game in the Civilization franchise, Civilization 7Comes out in February next year, and its developers at Firaxis recently released some information on how it will differ from previous entries. The last game in the series, CIV 6came back in 2016, and…
One of the most universally hated missions in Baldur’s Gate 3 this is to help Oskar Fevras recover from his possession. It’s a quest that technically starts in Act One, when players can help the troubled artist escape the Zhentarim beneath Waukeen’s Rest. But the real trouble doesn’t begin until Act Three, when players arrive at the Jannath family estate and find the place haunted. Oskar is engaged to the owner of the house, but his obsession with his former love has caused her ghost to take over the entire mansion. The mission itself is quite interesting, but completing it…