Rollacrit Blog
How to Paint Your Miniatures Like a Pro: A Beginner’s Guide
Ready to dive into miniature painting but don’t know where to start? Our beginner’s guide has you covered! Learn about essential tools, prepping your minis, and techniques like base coating, layering, and dry brushing.
Date Night: Two-Player Games For Cozy Time
It’s that time of year again! The clocks have changed, the leaves are turning, and the rain doesn’t seem to stop. For many couples, this is the season for hunkering down with a warm drink and staying cozy. Whether you’re just friends or madly in love, these games will keep you smiling no matter how dark and stormy it is outside.
Spooking-Up Game Night
It's that time of year again! The days are getting shorter, the leaves are turning, and ghosts ‘n goblins will soon be roaming the streets. Get into the spooky spirit by setting the perfect atmosphere for your game nights—think spooky lighting, eerie sounds, and festive props. Check out these simple tips to create an unforgettable seasonal gaming experience!
Introducing New Games to Your Friends
Getting a new game and introducing it to your friends can be both exciting and exhausting. In 2024 there are more ways than ever to get distracted, and the demands of everyday life have never felt higher. Today, we’re going to run through a few ways you can turn the odds in your favor.
Heroes for Hire: New Faces in the Battle for Barcadia
The next Heroes of Barcadia adventure starts here: Heroes for Hire. These new intrepid adventurers a new challenge, venturing into the perilous dungeon to confront the chaotic magic of the Die of Barcane Chaos. Their journey is fraught with even greater challenges than the original heroes. But will they be successful?
Board Games for a Rainy Day
Even in the midst of summer, a rainy afternoon can still sneak up on us. For those days when it's too wet or (or hot!) to go outside, we’ve got a list of board games that are perfect for settling in and spending the day indoors.
Rollacrit's Declassified Convention Survival Guide
Gear up for convention season with our essential packing tips! From comfy shoes to snacks, we've got you covered. Stay prepared and make the most of your convention experience with these must-have items.
The Social Aspect of Board Gaming
Board games have long been a source of entertainment and friendly competition, but their impact goes far beyond just fun and games. Let’s explore how board games can turn any gathering into an unforgettable adventure and bring people together!
Celebrate Pride With Heroes of Barcadia
This Pride month, we’re recognizing our two LGBTQIA+ members from Heroes of Barcadia: Maltilda the Stout Hearted and Tipple the Half Pint. Read their expanded stories and get a little perspective on why we want to share their stories with our readers.Â
How to Organize and Store Your Board Game Collection
A well-organized board game collection is like having a treasure trove at your fingertips — it makes finding and enjoying your favorite games a breeze and keeps them in top shape for many epic game nights. Whether you’ve got a cozy stash or a sprawling library of games, proper organization and storage can level up your gaming experience and ensure your precious games last for years.
Collecting Dice: A Hobbyist's Guide
Are you someone who finds joy in the satisfying clack of dice against a tabletop? Do you revel in the variety of shapes, colors, and materials that make each set unique? Well, fellow enthusiast, you've just rolled into the wonderful world of dice collecting — where artistry meets a passion for gaming. As fellow dice addicts, we’re more than happy to help you explore the latest trends and helpful techniques for building your own prized collection. Let's roll!
Crafting Memorable NPCs for Your D&D Campaign
Welcome, Dungeon Masters, to the wonderful world of NPC creation! Non-player characters, or NPCs, are the colorful cast of characters that populate your Dungeons & Dragons campaign, adding depth, humor, and drama to your storytelling adventures. They serve as guides, allies, adversaries, and sources of intrigue for players to interact with. But there’s nothing more disappointing than running across an NPC that’s bland and… uninteresting.? Need some help spicing up your NPCs? Let’s explore some fun ways to craft NPCs that will enhance player immersion and bring your D&D campaign to life!
