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New Blog Post - Variation on Encounter Numbers

Hey All

Take your encounter tables to the next level with this system of using the 3rd edition D&D monster manual to give monsters various numbers appearing. 

Great for solo play and at the table as well. 

Quickly roll up a gang, squad, or band of orcs, for example. 

Hope you enjoy and get some use out of this. 

And, as always, happy gaming!...

Posting Update

Hey Everyone

I am still waiting on a delivery for my printed zines (issue 8). Due to covid and a lack of employees at the printers, it is taking waaaaay longer than I thought it would. 

I will be sending it as soon as I get it. 

So sorry about the delay. 

And, as always, happy gaming. 

Russ

New Blog Post

The D6 Mechanic is a simple and quick way you can make decisions at the table in your Dungeons and Dragons game. 

Enjoy! 

Russ

Delivery Update & Preview

Hi Everyone

I am still organising this month's deliveries - I suspect they will be leaving here within a week. I am getting the printing delivered so it is taking it's time. Damn Covid! 

But, while you wait, here is a cover preview for the next issue - all about dragons. 

Inside are articles about: 

Different kobolds based on the colour of dragons
Drag...

Physical Copies

Hi All

The physical copies may be a little late this month due to Covid-related issues. 

It's difficult for me to get to the printer and get these printed out, but I will be seeing what I can do tomorrow and see if I can get them printed sooner rather than later. 

Thanks for your patience with this. 

And, as always, happy gaming. 

Russ

New Issue - The Underdark - Is Out!

Hello Good Patrons,

The latest issue is out - just in time - and has 20 pages packed with articles to help you survive the Deepdark. 

Enjoy the issue and please feel free to leave some feedback if you have any. 

And, as always, happy gaming! 

Russ

Merry Xmas & Happy Holidays

No matter how you are celebrating, I just wanted to say a BIG thanks for all your support.

I really couldn't deliver such a quality product if it wasn't for you guys and girls.

I really appreciate it.

(Also, don't forget to vote for what you want to see in the zine - see last post).

And, as always, happy gaming!
Russ

Feedback Time!

I am looking at adding more infomation into the zines (space permitting) and was wondering what you would like to see. If anything. 

This will help the zine feel more like the old Dragon magazine that it is influenced by. Choose as many as you like. 

Cover Preview & Articles for Issue 8 - Underdark

Okay, so this is the cover for issue 8 - all about the Underdark - and I also wanted to let you know some of the articles I have lined up for it: 

• A Dark Creeper settlement, ruled over by their dark masters, the Dark Stalkers.
• A fully fleshed out idea for a dark elf campaign
• Rules for introducing crystal magic into your campaign
• How denizens and explo...
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Issue 7 is Available!

Want to know how to survive the wilderness? Then download the latest issue of d12 Monthly!  

I have released this a little earlier than usual as the timing worked better. And you get to read and get inspired a little earlier. 

Physical copies will be posted out this week so you should get them earlier than usual - especially those of you overseas....

Help Needed!

Okay, peeps. Issue 8 (for January) will be all about the Underdark and I am still looking for more ideas. This theme was requested by one of my patrons - you know who you are - so fellow patrons, get thinking and give me some ideas. 

Also, I am working on a secret project just for you - so stand by for that one. Nothing earth-shattering but something that goes well with the zine.&nbs...

Issue 7 Cover Sneak Peak + Feedback

Okay, so issue 6 - the Undead issue - is out, so feel free to give feedback on this one in the comments below: what aritcles your loved and ones you didn't care for. 

Issue 7 is in the works - cover by Dean Spencer - and this one is all about the Wilderness!  

I would love to know your ideas for articles for this one. Hit me with your best shot. Fire away! :) 

A...

Issue 6 is Available!

Issue 6 is now yours to download! Have fun with it, and whatever you do don't read it after midnight. 

Any feedback welcome. 

And, as always, happy gaming. 

Russ

An Update!

Hi Everyone

I haven't posted any updates for a while as I have been busy writing articles for the next two issues. 

For Issue 6 (on Undead) I have wirtten up a few articles, one dealing with various natural substances that can enhance your undead creatures. 

Also, one on different types of vampires to spice up your campaign.  This will include various strengths ...

Sneak Peak

I have been working on the next issue - all about Undead - and came up with this new undead via my undead creation tables, which will be part of the article.

Let me know what you think about the Ethereal Eidolon? Should I commission an image?

Grounded Fantasy Blog Post

This is my attempt at writing a post about my preferred type of fantasy: grounded fantasy.

What do I mean by ground fantasy? Read on.

Let me know what you think. And, happy gaming!

Sneak Preview for Issue 6 (Undead Issue)

Hey All

Hoping to have this issue out prior to Halloween for all you lovely people. 

Let me know what you think of the cover so far. :) 

Articles subject to change. 

And, as always, happy gaming! 

Russ

Issue 5 - Divine Magic - Is Available!

Hey Everyone

Thought I would drop this a day early than planned for my patrons! Attached is the PDF if issue 5 (physical copies should be sent out tomorrow). 

The details of this issue will be on my website in a couple of days (for the general public). This will includes larger versions of the maps. 

Hope you enjoy this one! And any feedback is more than welcome.&nbs...

New Issue Printed & Ready For Shipping!

Hey Everyone!

I got the new issue printed this morning and I have to say they look and feel glorious! 

I will be sending out physical copies to those of you who have pledged at that tier in the next few days. 

For those of you overseas (that is, outside of Australia) it can take officially upwards of 4 weeks to reach you, but in my experience so far it should be less...

Issue 6: Undead

For October I will be releasing an Undead issue just in time for Halloween. 

I am busy working on issue 5, which is due out in a couple of weeks, but I wanted to get some feedback from you guys and girls on what you want to see in the Undead issue. 

So, hit me with your best ideas on what you want to see. 

And, as always, happy gaming!

Rus...

New Tiers Available

Hi Everyone

I have added some additional tiers to my Patreon. 

These are for people who want to recieve a physical copy of the zine each month. The price includes costs for printing and shipping. 

I had to make two different levels: one for people in Australia and one for people who live overseas as the shipping is different for each one (sorry about...

New Blog Post on XP & Levelling

Just thought I would let you know of a new blog post I published yesterday. 

This one is all about gaining experience and levelling. I have, over the years, moved to a more simple system that doesn't favour any one particular style of play. 

https://yumdm.com/xp-and-levelling/ 

Let me kn...

A New Blog Post:

I have published a new blog article and this was an easy one to write but I did feel some apprehension when editing and publishing it. 

It's all about how I feel about pre-written adventures. Hint: not a huge fan. 

Love to see what you think. 

https://yumdm.com/adventures/

Poll Time: Your Favourite Issue So Far

Just a quick survey to see which is your favourite issue of d12 Monthly so far. 

Thanks in advance! 

Russ

Sneak Peak of Issue 5 Cover (And Announcements)

Hey All

Here is a sneak peak of the cover for issue 5 - all about divine magic. You are the first people to see it (well, besides me, my wife, and the artist) so let me know what you think! 

I went with a new artist this month to have a little diversity. 

This issue will be the October issue (out in late September for you). I unfortunately missed a month due to my ca...

All My Zines Are Free to Download

Head on over to my website to get all my zines for free! 

There are even instructions on how to print them out if you want that old school magazine feel. :) 

https://yumdm.com/zines/ 

Happy gaming! 

Russ

Issue 5 Needs Your Input!

So, I have started working on Issue 5 of the zine, which will have a divine magic/clerical focus. 

I would love any ideas you have for possible articles or adventures or anything else you can think of. 

If you ever want to contribute feel free to reach out and let me know. 

And, as always, happy gaming. 

Russ

Issue 4 is Out (for Patrons)

Hi All

Thanks again for the contined support! Issue 4 is out for you to download and print out. 

I really didn't think I would get this issue out as I wasn't sure what was happening with my cancer diagnosis, but I found time during recovery from surgery. I will be starting chemo treatment next week, so I am unsure when the next issue will be out. 

I will however, alw...

Cover Preview for Issue 4

Hey All

Here is a preview for the new issue, all about Arcane Magic. Let me know what you think. :) 

Happy gaming!

Russ

New Release for September

Hi All

I am on the mend from surgery and in a period between the surgery and when chemo starts. I am using some of this time to work on another issue of the zine for September. 

I still don't know how I will be throughout the six-months of chemo, so I will need to wait and see about any future publications. But I will keep you updated throughout. 

I am really going t...