The Lazy RPG Podcast - D&D and RPG News and GM Prep from Sly Flourish Sunspear – Dragon Empire Prep Session 37
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Sep 5, 2025 Dive into an epic quest to assassinate a dragon half basilisk in a thrilling campaign set in the Midgard world. Discover players’ strategic discussions to confront a powerful green dragon and their daring attempts at stealthy heists. Unearth the complexities of character dynamics as they balance unique NPC designs and player motivations. Get a glimpse into future challenges targeted at levels 15 to 16, along with essential tips and resources for Dungeon Masters looking to elevate their gameplay.
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Sewer Infiltration And The Stolen Goblet
- Mike recounts the party infiltrating Sapphire Song through sewers and stealing a jeweled goblet to teleport into the throne area.
- They confronted a Spellscale Vassal after sneaking into the kitchens and taking the device.
Use LEB To Tune Encounter Difficulty
- Calculate encounter difficulty using an LEB based on party level and size to tune combat.
- Adjust CR targets when the party has fewer members to avoid overwhelming fights.
Reskin Monsters By Color For Variety
- The Spellscale Vassal monster can be reskinned by color to change its effects and flavor.
- Designing modular monsters lets you adapt a single stat block for varied encounters.
