Kristen
Hi there! I'm Kristen. I'm a game writer, a Dungeon Master, and like you, I love tabletop games. Visit our About page to learn more about me. I wrote this Cats and Dice article to help you enjoy gaming even more. Did it help? If so, our kitties (and our site) would be grateful for a little gift through Ko-Fi.
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How to Run a D&D Heist for Players that Love to Steal
Heists offer a thrilling departure from a standard Dungeons and Dragons tabletop game. While standard D&D games are loads of fun with dungeon crawls, epic battles and exploration, and the promise of treasure, a D&D heist offer a unique twist on the fantasy roleplaying game. Let’s dive into what makes…
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Can You Play D&D By Yourself? Yes! Here’s How to Play Solo Dungeons and Dragons
Dungeons and Dragons is famous for being a tabletop roleplaying game enjoyed with groups of friends new and old. Yet many players out there want to know: Can you play solo D&D? The answer is a resounding yes! How to do that is a little trickier. It requires the right…
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The Best Food-Themed Board Games to Fill Your Heart (and Stomach!)
When you’re stuck at home for whatever reason, it often feels as if the only options are to eat food and watch TV. Those things can be fun, but board games are even more fun. And why not combine these activities into food-themed board games? It’s a delightful and delicious…
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50+ Gifts for Board Game Lovers They’ll Really Like (Besides More Games)
So you need gifts for board game lovers? You’re in the right place! As a board game lover myself, I know exactly the kind of thematic gifts I would love. And it may surprise you, but the answer actually isn’t more board games! Well, not always, anyway. It’s just that…
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The Coolest D&D Dice Sets for Every Character Class
If you’ve been playing Dungeons and Dragons (or any tabletop RPG) or even a little bit, you know how exciting it is to roll with unique dice. Weighty metal dice have a nice heft, beautiful gemstone dice have such a smooth sheen, and even resin dice have many beautiful, colorful…
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12 Wingspan Strategy Tips to Win (and Make Your Birds Happy)
Who knew that an in-depth board game about birds could be so fun? Elizabeth Hargrave did. An avid bird watcher and board gamer, she turned her two passions into the educational and compelling board game, Wingspan. And this is not an easy game! Unlike simple childhood favorites like Monopoly and…
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How to Play Tabletop RPGs Online (like Dungeons and Dragons)
If you’re stuck at home, you can’t find a local tabletop group, or you want to play a little known tabletop role-playing game, you might want to play tabletop RPGs online. Fortunately, because of the high demand, there are plenty of ways to play tabletop RPGs online. And not just…
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Why are Board Games so Expensive? (And How You Can Save Money on Them)
If you go online right now and look up a classic board game like Monopoly, you’d see that a standard version does not cost that much. But then, if you look up some newer, more modern board games, you’ll see that it is not uncommon for these board games to…
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Reading a D&D Character Sheet Explained: The Complete Guide
Dungeons and Dragons is an awesome roleplaying game of fantasy, filled with imagination and lucky dice rolls. It can feel like a lot to start playing Dungeons and Dragons, but you need surprisingly little knowledge to start. You can even play on a budget. But if you only learn one…
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These are the Best Board Games to Play Outside
Once the sun starts to shine, it’s time to move your board game hobby outdoors! Some people might think that there are no board games to play outside, but it’s not true. For a simple example, think about how often we see people playing chess in the park. Many board…
