Below is a select catalogue of my work that I feel highlights my knowledge of RPG content, my ability to be detailed in my writing, and my ability to be organized while maintaining creativity.
Savoring Flavor: Examining The Legendary Creatures Of Adventures In The Forgotten Realms
Published: July 19, 2021
“Roll for flavor initiative as SCG Assistant Manager and professional dungeon master Karington Hess rates the flavor of legendary creatures in Adventures in the Forgotten Realms.”
The Revenant Society Review
Published: March 10, 2023
“So you died… It’s alright, it happens to the best of us… Fortunately you have learned that there is life after death… Unfortunately there was a problem with your scheduled demise and your memories are clouded… You have been informed that your death was somehow linked to a time-shattering event…”
Why Consent in Horror RPGs is so Important
Published: March 16, 2022
“I have GM-ed for a lot of folks from all walks of life and some of those players have experienced real trauma. As such, these topics [even if kept in the background] are potentially upsetting to these players and they do not want anything to do with those topics.”
Baldur’s Gate Commander Flavor Review: Here Be Dragons
Published: June 3, 2022
“Karington Hess continues his exploration of the flavor behind Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur’s Gate with a survey of the set’s Dragons, from Ancient Bronze to Wrathful Red.”
10 Spelljammer Story Hooks
Published: July 13, 2022
“It seems that this week, space is the place! Thus, I find my mind brimming with inspiration and ideas. I wanted to share a few ideas you can use as inspiration for your first forays into the exciting world of Spelljammer!”
A Diabolic Dissection of Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Published: July 27, 2022
“The party stood in the brimstone filled streets of Elturel as the river Chionthar reflected the warm light of the morning sun. They had succeeded where lesser heroes would have failed. They had redeemed a fallen angel, defeated multiple demon lords, and returned their beloved city from the nine hells to the material plane and most importantly, they were home at last…”
‘Twas the Night Before Strahdmas
Published: December 22, 2021
“ 'Twas the night before Strahdmas, when all through the stead
Not a creature was stirring, not even the dead.”
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Dungeons and Dragons and Philosophy: Read and Gain Advantage on All Wisdom Checks
Published: 2014
“There is plenty room for debate in Dungeons & Dragons as to the importance alignment plays in character development. It should not be surprising, however, that as moral philosophers our contention is that alignment is more than just a way to determine one’s character class.”