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The Algoid is a rare, semi-intelligent green humanoid creature resembling a colony of algae. It has a unique form, limited to mobility and a basic intelligence, and is immune to various weapons and magical attacks, particularly fire and lightning. Algoids can control nearby trees to aid in combat, dealing significant damage. They are vulnerable to water-based spells, making them a strategic challenge for adventurers.

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Today's podcast discusses the differences between the Gem of Seeing from the Dungeon Master’s Guide and the True Seeing spell from the Player’s Handbook and the in AD&D.

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This issue of Dragon Magazine #222 features an in-depth exploration of the Death Knight as a terrifying and tragic NPC (Non-Player Character) in Advanced Dungeons & Dragons. Once noble warriors, death knights now serve evil, wielding immense power and command over undead forces. The article provides a comprehensive guide on how to create and use death knights as complex villains in campaigns, offering unique abilities, spellcasting, and eerie leadership qualities. It also explores their motivations and tragic backstories, as well as their relationships with undead allies.

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LAMIA is a rare, chaotic evil creature found in deserts, resembling a human female with a beast’s lower body. They are fast, armed with daggers, and possess spellcasting abilities to charm and deceive their prey. Lamias drain wisdom and blood from victims, ultimately devouring

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Vince is joined by DM Will and they go over the system for determining the unusual properties of swords, including their intelligence, alignment, primary abilities, extraordinary powers, and specific purposes. Various tables are provided to roll dice for these attributes, which can affect how the sword interacts with its wielder and the world around it.

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Arrows of slaying in AD&D are powerful magic items that instantly kill specific creature types, with unique variations and careful usage required.

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The Jackalwere is a rare and dangerous creature known for its ability to shift between a jackal and human form. Driven by chaotic evil, it roams the lands, targeting humans for their riches and lives. Its gaze holds a magical sleep-inducing power, making it even more threatening in ambush situations. With a high intelligence and the ability to wield human weapons, the Jackalwere is a cunning and deadly foe that adventurers must take seriously. Despite its humanoid form, only iron or magical weapons can harm it, making it a challenging opponent in combat.

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Death Knights, formidable undead creatures from D&D, are powerful foes with unique abilities, including magic resistance and commanding undead.

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An interesting monster that has a lot of possibilities in your game, so in this video I discuss the Spectre in AD&D, detailing their abilities, weaknesses, and a unique approach for incorporating them into gameplay.

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The Equalizer of Gran March, or the Sword of Neutrality, is a silver long sword designed to balance the universe’s powers. Only true neutral characters can wield it effectively. It functions as a +3 weapon against various alignments, with special effects against extreme alignments, including potential disintegration. The sword has an experience point

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