Tavern Talk Thursday: Dive Into Adventure with Wizards of the Coast's DRAGON DELVES
The world of Dungeons and Dragons has taken players on adventures far beyond their wildest dreams. From the artic tundra in Icewind Dale to the busy streets of Waterdeep to the depths of the Underdark, we have seen it all. But sometimes we just need to take things back to the beginning and face off against some dragons. And Wizards of the Coast is here to deliver an adventure book to solve that very need. Dragon Delves is the first D&D product to include an adventure for each chromatic and metallic dragon. And is it the nostalgic adventure we need, or does it fall flat?
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What screams Dungeons and Dragons more than pitting a dragon against your adventurer? But Dragon Delves does more than just throw a dragon in our face. It gives us ten standalone adventures for players ranging from level one to twelve. Each adventure comes with the necessary information to bring it to life, including key plot points, adventure hooks, a breakdown of what players can find and who they can interact with, the dragon's lair, and a full history of each one.
And while each adventure can be played entirely on its own, they can also be used within an ongoing adventure. This means there is no reason to put your current campaign on hold to have your players start all-new characters. Nothing is better than sending your players down a side road, only for them to end up in a mysterious lair and a giant red dragon breathing fire down their necks.
A Dragon History Lesson
One of our favorite things about Dragon Delves comes at the end of each chapter. After solving the mystery, facing the dragon and reaping the rewards, we get a history lesson on each of the dragons. This section isn't a full-blown history book, but rather a brief overview of the dragon itself and a wealth of art from various editions throughout the ages. It adds such a unique feel to the adventure book and something to enjoy with your players after all is said and done.
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Getting the chance to see the artistic growth of dragons within Dungeons and Dragons over the decades helps fill the nostalgia hole in our hearts. Dragons have always been a main staple in the TTRPG universe and have appeared across all different stories. Whether they are there to support the adventurers or challenge them, dragons are a must-have in every campaign. Should Dragon Delves Be In Your Collection?
Do you play Dungeons and Dragons ? Do you enjoy collecting adventure and source books? Or do you just like dragons? If you answered yes to any of these, then grab it. As a dungeon master, having extra adventures stowed away in your back pocket is always good. You never know when you will need to shake things up. And as players and long-time lovers of the game, Dragon Delves is an adventure book that just feels right to own. Tie it in with Fizban's Treasury of Dragons and you have the perfect encyclopedia collection.
Dragon Delves is available now on the D&D Beyond website and at your friendly neighborhood game store.
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