Today on Roll For Lore, we’re diving into the Order of the Gauntlet—the Forgotten Realms’ premier "punch-evil-in-the-mouth" society. If the Harpers are the spies and the Lords’ Alliance are the politicians, the Order is the heavy metal cleanup crew.

Join us as we break down:

• The Vibe: Why they’re more than just a glorified neighborhood watch in plate armor.
• The Gods: Torm, Helm, and Tyr walk into a bar... and demand justice.
• The Ranks: From Chevalier to Vindicator (and how to not get fired).
• For the DM: How to use them as patrons without making them "The Fun Police."

Keywords: Dungeons and Dragons, D&D Lore, Order of the Gauntlet, Forgotten Realms, Paladin, Cleric, DnD Factions, TTRPG, Wizards of the Coast.

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This episode covers a lot of ground—mostly because the things we're talking about have very large feet and very little impulse control. We’re diving into the "not-quite-giants" of the D&D multiverse: Cyclopses, Ettins, Fomorians, Ogres, and Trolls.

From the "two heads are better than one" (unless they're arguing about who gets to eat the halfling) logic of the Ettin, to the "I’ll heal that later" biological horror of the Troll, we explore why these creatures are the backbone of every classic dungeon crawl. We also take a dark turn into the Feywild to discuss the Fomorians—the fallen royalty of the giant-kin—and why their "Evil Eye" is a lot worse than just a judgmental look from your DM.

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In this episode of Roll For Lore, we explore Mystara, one of the classic Dungeons & Dragons campaign settings and a cornerstone of early D&D worldbuilding. Originally developed for the Basic, Expert, and Companion D&D rules, Mystara helped define how fantasy settings could blend mythology, history, and high adventure.

We break down Mystara’s real-world origins, how it evolved through early D&D products, and why it stands apart from later settings like Forgotten Realms and Greyhawk. From its diverse populations and nations to its unique approach to cultures, empires, and Immortals, Mystara presents a world that feels both familiar and wildly experimental.

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Touched by the divine and absolutely not subtle about it, Aasimar are one of D&D’s most iconic—and misunderstood—lineages. In this episode, we crack open what it actually means to be born with celestial power: angels whispering in your ear, glowing eyes at inconvenient moments, and the crushing expectation that you’re supposed to be “the good one.”

We break down where Aasimar come from, how they differ from Tieflings beyond the obvious vibes, and why their lore is way more morally complicated than “holy hero with wings.” From fallen Aasimar and broken destinies to why so many players use them to explore faith, guilt, and rebellion, this episode digs into the good, the bad, and the divinely awkward.

If you’ve ever wanted to play a character who looks like a blessing and feels like a curse—this one’s for you.

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Hey guys, due to unfortunate circumstances we find ourselves having to release the Aasimar episode later this week. It will be hella dank, don't worry. For now enjoy this previously patreon exclusive dragon episode.

In this special two-hour mega episode of Roll for Lore, we go all in on dragons—every color, every type, every legend. From the noble metallic dragons and the terrifying chromatic tyrants, to gem dragons, planar dragons, dracoliches, and everything in between, this is the definitive deep dive into the creatures that gave Dungeons & Dragons its name. We explore their mythological roots, how dragons have evolved across every edition of D&D, their gods like Bahamut and Tiamat, and the roles dragons play as rulers, monsters, schemers, and living forces of nature. Whether you’re a new player who wants to understand why dragons matter or a veteran lore-hound ready for the full fire-breathing experience, this epic episode is a love letter to the most iconic creatures in fantasy—no hoard left untouched.

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