Recent Blog Posts
History In TTRPGs
If you have been hanging around the Variant Ventures page for a while, you will know I am the history guy. I like history, I write about it frequently, and I talk about ways to implement historical factors and events in your game. Today, however, I want to make a statement – most TTRPGs are
World Building: Player Backstory
How much backstory is too much backstory for a TTRPG character? To be frank, I am not sure if there is a clear line to draw, but let me spell out my opinions on getting player backstory as a DM, and how I create it as a player. Usually, I do not write out my
Meet Your Makers Part 2: CobblePath Games
Greetings again Variants, and welcome to another Meet Your Makers! We have another interview with the wonderful CobblePath Games of Locus fame to share with you. Check out the previous Meet Your Maker interview by clicking here! This time, the game setting is much less scary and significantly funnier with Stacks of Goblins. I asked our friends at
Sagrada: Game Review
Sagrada Front cover of Sagrada depicts a beautiful stained glass window with red, green, blue, yellow and purple dice along with the company’s logo. Back
Port of Entry – Combat
Roll for Initiative! When I started playing my first session of Dungeons and Dragons, I had my character sheet and back story ready to go.
Central Florida Spotlight: Firebunny Games
Central Florida can be a tough place if you’re looking for some TTRPG action. Sure, Orlando and Tampa offer some amazing game, hobby, and comic
New Edition of Dungeons & Dragons Coming in 2024
Not much is known about the now confirmed new edition of Dungeons & Dragons from Wizards of the Coast, but in late September 2021 during
Halloween Deep Cuts
I’m back again for another Halloween movie list. Last week was family friendly fun, and I’ll admit, that type of list is not my forte.
Halloween Cosplay Spotlight
It’s almost Halloween and the internet is teeming with costumes, cosplays, candy, and spooktacular events. This week, I wanted to share some of the most
Saftey At The Table
Game Reviews
Table Not Required: Baldur’s Gate
Variant J highlights ‘Baldur’s Gate’, a series that demonstrates the power of a well balanced party.
Game Review: Dungeon Mayhem
Variant Berry reviews ‘Dungeon Mayhem’, a multi-player card game from Wizards of the Coast.
Table Not Required: Final Fantasy
Variant J starts ‘Table Not Required’ with an overview of Final Fantasy (Square-Enix) as an example of storytelling.
Table Not Required: RPGs to Enjoy when TTRPG isn’t an Option
Variant J introduces us to new series ‘Table Not Required’ where he discusses Video Game Series that capture TTRPG elements.