5 Tips for Running Your First D&D One-Shot (From Someone Who Just Did It)

I’ve been a D&D (and Pathfinder!) player for ages, always the one super into the rules and lore. I’ve helped out a Dungeon Master here and there with bits of a campaign, but I’d never fully run a game myself. That all changed last year when I picked up Dragon Delves. I found a one-shot adventure in there that I absolutely loved, and I knew it was time for me to try DMing. I thought I had a pretty good idea of what it would be like, since I’d run a few sessions before, but running a one-shot is totally different. If you’re like me and thinking about becoming a D&D DM for the first time, I wanted to share a few things I learned from running my first one.

29 Years Ago, Star Wars Made Even More Confusing Changes Permanent (And They Still Don’t Make Sense)

The 1997 special edition of The Empire Strikes Back is often considered the most successful of the revised films. It likely benefited from George Lucas’ respect for the director, Irvin Kershner, resulting in fewer noticeable changes compared to other films in the trilogy. Many fans appreciate improvements like the reworked wampa attack and the expanded Cloud City scenes. However, one alteration remains particularly controversial: Luke Skywalker’s added scream as he falls from the platform in Cloud City after his fight with Darth Vader.

Marvel Snap/FX’s Archer Artist Assembles Top-Tier Comic Talent For “I Feel Doomed”

Joseph Karg has a strong background in the comic and game world, having designed many of the cards for the popular mobile game, Marvel Snap. He also worked as an artist on FX’s Archer and later began teaching, passing on his creative knowledge to others. Recently, he created a heartfelt story for his daughter, Dear Bernadette, and is excited to share the process behind his latest work, I Feel Doomed.

This Stellar Star Wars RTS Still Dominates 20 Years After Its Release

What sets Empire at War apart from other real-time strategy games is its enormous scope, letting you battle across the entire Star Wars galaxy. The game offers three different ways to play and features both spaceship combat in space and ground battles with various vehicles and soldiers. While these elements weren’t unique at the time of release, the game’s impressive size and intricate design helped it remain popular for years to come.

7 Best Hulk Artists Ranked (And Gary Frank Isn’t #1)

While many talented artists have illustrated the character’s stories, a few have become truly renowned. Gary Frank is one such artist, highly respected for his collaborations with Geoff Johns at DC and Image Comics. However, even with his impressive skills, he wasn’t the very best to depict the Green Goliath’s adventures. These seven artists represent the pinnacle of Hulk illustration, and Frank doesn’t quite reach the number one spot.

The 7 Best Sci-Fi Shows of the 2020s (So Far)

Science fiction continues to be incredibly popular heading into 2026, with several exciting new shows grabbing attention. A major focus is the upcoming adaptation of William Gibson’s classic cyberpunk novel, Neuromancer, which many thought would never make it to the screen. Plus, with shows like Blade Runner 2099 and the Star City spinoff of For All Mankind, sci-fi is proving it will stay a leading genre in entertainment. Now that we’re past the halfway point of the 2020s, we can already see which sci-fi series have truly innovated and will likely be considered classics for years to come.

The Legend of Zelda Turns 40: How the Original Game Still Defines the Spirit of the Franchise

When The Legend of Zelda was released, its huge, open world was unlike anything else, helping to revitalize the home video game market. It quickly became a hit and launched a franchise that continues to thrive today. What really made the original game special was its incredible sense of adventure. Many games offered adventures, but The Legend of Zelda truly captured the feeling of exploring the unknown, and that core spirit remains central to the series – and video games in general – even now.

Almost Every World War 2 Movie Pales in Comparison to This 10/10 TV Show That’s Easy To Stream

Honestly, it’s not about filmmakers lacking skill or money – we’ve seen incredible war movies from directors like Christopher Nolan and Ridley Scott. The real problem is that those films often forget the people fighting the war. Their bonds, their struggles, even their little wins get lost in the spectacle. But I recently discovered a series that completely flips that script, and it’s been a revelation!