Candlekeep attracts scholars like a flame attracts moths. Historians, sages, and others who crave knowledge flock to this library fortress to peruse its vast collection of books, scribbled into which are the answers to the mysteries that bedevil them. Many of these books contain their own mysteries-each one a doorway to adventure. Dare you cross that threshold?

Candlekeep Mysteries is a collection of seventeen short, stand-alone D&D adventures designed for characters of levels 1-16. Each adventure begins with the discovery of a book, and each book is the key to a door behind which danger and glory await. These adventures can be run as one-shot games, plugged into an existing Forgotten Realms campaign, or adapted for other campaign settings. This book also includes a poster map of the library fortress and detailed descriptions of Candlekeep and its inhabitants.

- 17 mystery-themed D&D adventures, each tied to a book discovered in the famed library fortress of Candlekeep
- Easy to run as stand-alone mini adventures or to drop into your home campaign
- Adventures span play from levels 1 to 16
- Includes a full poster map of Candlekeep, plus detailed descriptions of the various locations, characters, and creatures that reside within it
- Introduces a variety of Dungeons & Dragons monsters, items, and non-player characters (NPCs)

Unlock the next level of your role-playing adventures with the all-new 2024 edition of the Dungeons & Dragons Player's Handbook! Slated for release on September 17th, this essential volume arrives packed with refreshed rules and the promise to elevate your gameplay. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting your journey, this guide is your gateway to countless realms of imagination.

KEY PRODUCT FEATURES

·       The biggest Player’s Handbook in Dungeons & Dragons history, revised and expanded to reflect ten years of feedback from the D&D community

·       The perfect start to your D&D adventures, with updated learn to play and character creation sections, plus an alphabetized Rules Glossary makes finding rules information a snap

·       Expanded ways to create any character with twelve classes, 48 subclasses, and 10 species; customize your character’s origins with 10 species, 16 backgrounds, and 75 feats

·       Cover-to-cover brand new art and a refreshed look and feel make every page a joy to experience

·       Nearly 400 spells, including all-new additions to your arsenal

·       New Weapon Masteries that give players greater versatility in combat

·       New Tools & Crafting System that gives you new ways to utilize your tools and craft new items while adventuring

DESCRIPTION

This revised and expanded Player’s Handbook contains rules for character creation and advancement, exploration, combat, equipment, spells, and much more. Create fantastic D&D heroes from the wide selection of character origins, classes, and subclasses provided. Explore ancient ruins and deadly dungeons. Battle monsters while searching for legendary treasures. Gain experience and power as you trek across uncharted lands with your companions.

Embark on an extraordinary odyssey through the majestic realms of giants with the awe-inspiring alternative cover edition of 'Giant Realms Unveiled: Bigby's Magnum Opus.' Prepare to be enthralled as the legendary sage Bigby the Great shares his extraordinary journeys, delving deep into the annals of history, myth, and the enigmatic society of giants within the vast worlds of Dungeons & Dragons. Witness Bigby and the demigod Diancastra, a revered offspring of Annam, the giants' All-Father, as they unlock the long-guarded secrets of Annam's formidable progeny.

Immerse yourself in the boundless possibilities that await players within the hallowed pages of this exquisite tome. Discover a treasure trove of character options intricately woven into the fabric of the giant realm, including a revolutionary barbarian subclass, two captivating backgrounds intimately tied to giants and their arcane runic magic, and a plethora of feats that channel the raw strength and primal enchantments synonymous with these titanic beings. Dungeon Masters shall find themselves bestowed with an abundance of inspiration, allowing them to breathe life into giants with intricately crafted maps unveiling the splendor of colossal architectural marvels, an array of awe-inspiring new monsters that strike fear into the hearts of all who cross their path, and boundless treasures and captivating curiosities nestled within the sacred confines of a giant's enigmatic belongings.

The alternative cover edition of 'Giant Realms Unveiled: Bigby's Magnum Opus' is an embodiment of Bigby and Diancastra's unparalleled expertise, offering a mesmerizing glimpse into the essence of the iconic giants that have shaped the realm of Dungeons & Dragons. Join them on this remarkable odyssey, where legends intertwine, destinies are forged, and the true nature of giants is laid bare before your very eyes.

Release Date 6th December 2022

In a world ravaged by war, the actions of heroes can have world-altering stakes. Defend the people of Kalaman against seemingly insurmountable odds as Krynn prepares for war.

The Dragon Armies are on the march, their ranks swelled by ogres, minotaurs, and humans who seek a share of the spoils, while rumors of the return of the Dark Queen's dragons swirl among the people.

• Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen adventure for characters levels 1–11

• Introduces the Dragonlance setting to 5th edition D&D with a focus on the legendary War of the Lance

• Experience mass battlefield play with the option to enhance 6 encounters by playing connected scenarios in the Warriors of Krynn board game that alter the course of your adventure (board game sold in the Deluxe Edition)

• Face off against the infamous death knight Lord Soth and his army of draconians

• Includes character options at home in the Dragonlance setting, including the kender race, feats, backgrounds, and a subclass focused on Tower of High Sorcery magic-users

• Book comes with a poster map of the continent of Ansalon and the Kalaman theater of war

Release Date 6th December 2022

In a world ravaged by war, the actions of heroes can have world-altering stakes. Defend the people of Kalaman against seemingly insurmountable odds as Krynn prepares for war.

The Dragon Armies are on the march, their ranks swelled by ogres, minotaurs, and humans who seek a share of the spoils, while rumors of the return of the Dark Queen's dragons swirl among the people.

• Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen adventure for characters levels 1–11

• Introduces the Dragonlance setting to 5th edition D&D with a focus on the legendary War of the Lance

• Experience mass battlefield play with the option to enhance 6 encounters by playing connected scenarios in the Warriors of Krynn board game that alter the course of your adventure (board game sold in the Deluxe Edition)

• Face off against the infamous death knight Lord Soth and his army of draconians

• Includes character options at home in the Dragonlance setting, including the kender race, feats, backgrounds, and a subclass focused on Tower of High Sorcery magic-users

• Book comes with a poster map of the continent of Ansalon and the Kalaman theater of war

Tal’Dorei Campaign Setting Reborn is the definitive sourcebook for bringing the locations, people, creatures, and character options of Critical Role‘s Tal’Dorei continent to roleplaying games everywhere. An outstanding team of designers and artists have created an unparalleled resource for playing in and learning about this iconic locale from the hit series Critical Role.

This book uses 5th edition rules and includes:

• A guide to each major region, with story hooks to fuel your campaign
• Expanded character options, including 9 subclasses and 5 backgrounds
• Magic items such as the Vestiges of Divergence, legendary artifacts that grow in power with their wielders
• Dozens of creatures, many featured in the Critical Role campaigns
• New lore and updated stat blocks for each member of Vox Machina
• A gorgeous 18”x24” foldout map of the Tal’Dorei continent by cartographer Andy Law

Preorder item! Restock extremely unlikely.

Journeys through the Radiant Citadel is a collection of thirteen short, stand-alone D&D® adventures featuring challenges for character levels 1-14. Each adventure has ties to the Radiant Citadel, a magical city with connections to lands rich with excitement and danger, and each can be run by itself or as part of an ongoing campaign. Explore this rich and varied collection of adventures in magical lands.

Through the mists of the Ethereal Plane shines the Radiant Citadel. Travelers from across the multiverse flock to this mysterious bastion to share their traditions, stories, and calls for heroes. A crossroads of wonders and adventures, the Radiant Citadel is the first step on the path to legend. Where will your journeys take you?

Contents:

- Thirteen new stand-alone adventures spanning levels 1 to 14, each with its own set of maps
- Introduces the Radiant Citadel, a new location on the Ethereal Plane that connects adventurers to richly detailed and distinct corners of the D&D multiverse
- Each adventure can be set in any existing D&D campaign setting or on worlds of your own design
- Introduces eleven new D&D monsters
- There's a story for every adventuring party, from whimsical and light to dark and foreboding and everything in between

Meet Fizban the Fabulous: doddering archmage, unlikely hero of the War of the Lance, divine avatar of a dragon-god—and your guide to the mysteries of dragonkind in the worlds of Dungeons & Dragons.

What is the difference between a red dragon and a gold dragon? What is dragonsight? How does the magic that suffuses dragons impact the world around them? Here is your comprehensive guide to dragons, filled with the tips and tools Dungeon Masters and players need for their encounters with these dangerous magical creatures.

Dragonslayers and dragon scholars alike will appreciate the new dragon-themed options for players eager to harness the power of dragon magic and create unique and memorable draconic characters. Dungeon Masters will discover a rich hoard of new tools and information for designing dragon-themed encounters, adventures, and campaigns. Discover a host of new dragons and other creatures. Learn about the lairs and hoards of each type of dragon, and how hoards focus the magic that suffuses dragons and connects them to the myriad worlds of the Material Plane. Discover everything there is to know about the most iconic monsters of D&D with help from Fizban, your expert advisor on dragonkind!

• Introduces gem dragons to fifth edition!
• Reveals the story of the First World and the role Bahamut and Tiamat played in its creation and destruction.
• Adds new player character options, including unique draconic ancestries for dragonborn, dragon-themed subclasses for monks and rangers, and new feat and spell options.
• Offers everything a Dungeon Master needs to craft adventures inspired by dragons across the worlds of D&D, with new dragon lair maps and details on 20 different kinds of dragons.
• Presents a complete dragon bestiary and introduces a variety of new dragons and dragon-related creatures, including aspects of the dragon gods, dragon minions, and more.

Terror stalks the nightmare realms of Ravenloft. No one knows this better than monster scholar Rudolph Van Richten. To arm a new generation against the creatures of the night, Van Richten has compiled his correspondence and case files into this tome of eerie tales and chilling truths.

Discover the mysteries of Ravenloft, mist-shrouded lands where infamous Darklords lurk among ageless vampires, zombie hordes, cosmic terrors, and worse. Then make your choice. Will you create your own Domains of Dread, settings to host endless terrifying adventures? Or will you join the ranks of haunted heroes who embrace macabre lineages, dual-edged Dark Gifts, haunted subclasses, and other forbidden powers?

The mists of Ravenloft are rising. Overcome your dread or forever be its prisoner!

Contents:

- Ravenloft's expanded Domains of Dread return for the first time in Fifth Edition!
- Travel (perhaps even by choice) to familiar domains and discover new ones.
- Encounter a horrific assortment of creatures from the monstrous bestiary.
- Unleash a treasure trove of new story hooks, character options, and campaign customization to bring one of the most exciting Dungeons & Dragons settings to life!
- Everything the Dungeon Master needs to craft a horror-themed campaign for Dungeons & Dragons, including rules and advice for building custom domains and darklords using established horror tropes or your own special blend.
- Includes a brand new adventure sure to add thrills and chills to your game.
- Introduces character lineages, including dhampi, hexblood, and reborn.
- Presents dark gifts for characters that flesh out your place in the Domains of Dread.
- Adds two new subclasses, the College of Spirits for bards and the Undead pact for warlocks.
- A host of new backgrounds and trinkets themed specifically for a horror setting.

When you’re just starting out in the adventuring business, it might be nice to have a leg up. It can be a big help to have access to the powerful artifacts, expertise, and jobs that Acquisitions Incorporated (Acq Inc) has to offer a new franchise. Join Omin Dran, Jim Darkmagic, and Viari like never before with the new Acquisitions Incorporated campaign book for Dungeons & Dragons!

Set yourself up for success when pursuing your own fantasy-business endeavors, using all the ingredients you need to include Acquisitions Incorporated in your D&D campaign, to establish your own franchise, and take on specialized roles therein. Plus, there are always openings coming available… Just try not to think about why.

• Learn everything you ever wanted to know about starting your own fantasy business as you begin your career today, as a proud member of Acquisitions Incorporated.
• Acquisitions Incorporated has everything you need to play a D&D fifth edition game just as if you were on stage with the crew at PAX! New backgrounds, character options, franchise information, and more!
• Start up your own Acquisitions Incorporated franchise in the Forgotten Realms or anywhere in the multiverse.
• Acquisitions Incorporated is a different flavor of D&D full of madcap heists and hilarious moments, and it’s one of the new ways to tell fantastic D&D stories.
• Includes an adventure that will take characters from levels 1 through 6, establishing your party's claim on a world they've just begun to explore—and to strip-mine for profit.