As I began writing my blog two weeks ago I was certain it would be the last in this series for a while but it turned out there was more to discuss than I’d originally thought. The last blog...
“Welcome, welcome, what can I help you with today?” the old man behind the counter smiles as he looks up. “The sign outside says ‘powdered potions’ … how does that even work?” asks the traveller curiously. “Well, let me...
Hey everyone, and welcome to Iconic Design! Last week I got something I don’t often see around here—a character request! And yes, I do those! Today’s request comes from our dear Dovah Queen, who asked me to create her...
Howdy! This week I take a look at one of my favorite fictional characters of all time. Not only is he super evil, but he’s also super funny. I watched Samurai Jack a lot when I was younger and...
Fantasy stories are the stuff of legend, but how do we handle classic stereotypes which harm and demean? Today, we attempt to keep the baby while throwing out the bathwater.
“That diamond dragon, that you said didn’t exist, can only be destroyed with blades made of a harder diamond.” observed the android. “And where in the ‘verse do we get that!?” shouted the human. “Make,” the goblin replied excitedly,...
Greetings and salutations to all of you fans of the Know Direction Network! As I am wont to do, I have for you another wonderful write-up for a character from some video game that I’ve spent way too much...
No matter the style of game you play, you inevitably are going to use a map. Sometimes the GM is showing you a map of the world to give you perspective on your region. Other times you are drawing...
People ask me: how do you find the time to write 12,000 words for an adventure? Planning. There are a few techniques you can use to make sure your hitting your word counts and getting your writing turned in...
“What’s the difference between gnomes and goblins?” he asks the room. “The smell?” somebody replies. “Their gullets!” somebody chuckles. “Ok, what do they have in common?” he rephrases. “They are small!” somebody shouts. “They are both industrious”, he says...