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A New Dawn for TTRPGs: D&D Gen Con Keynote Reveals World of Warcraft, Star Wars, and Dark Sun
A New Dawn for TTRPGs: D&D Gen Con Keynote Reveals World of Warcraft, Star Wars, and the Return of Dark Sun Wizards of the Coast took the stage at Gen Con to unveil the roadmap for Dungeons & Dragons, ushering in what Franchise Head Dan Ayoub called "A New Dawn for D&D." Between massive pop-culture crossovers under the new Universes Beyond umbrella, the long-awaited resurrection of classic settings like Dark Sun, and an ambitious design initiative helmed by legendary creators
FG Academy
Jul 314 min read
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Mastering Character Consistency with the TTRPG Asset Creator Gem
Hey there, fellow adventurers! Today, I’m excited to share some insights from a recent live session on the Fantasy Grounds Academy YouTube channel. Laerun unveiled a fantastic method for keeping character consistency across digital tabletop RPG assets. Using a custom project or Gem within Google Gemini, Game Masters can ensure that a character's visual identity remains stable from their initial portrait to their tactical battle map token. As of Q2, 2026, Google Gemini 3.1 pro
FG Academy
Apr 133 min read
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Encountering Bugs in the Fantasy Grounds VTT?
Encountering Bugs in Fantasy Grounds v4.6.0? This guide will help you report issues across all rule sets, ensuring effective...
FG Academy
Dec 4, 20242 min read
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Generating NPCs and Content for RPGs with AI Tools
Introduction Explore how AI tools like ChatGPT simplify creating NPCs and custom backgrounds for RPGs like D&D and Pathfinder. Enhance...
FG Academy
Oct 17, 20244 min read
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Virtual Tabletop Misconceptions
The Misconceptions of Virtual Tabletops (VTTs) and the Overemphasis on Visual Appeal In the world of tabletop gaming, the rise of Virtual...
FG Academy
Oct 17, 20244 min read
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The Oversaturated RPG Markets
Navigating the Oversaturated RPG Market: Lessons from the D20 Glut and the Importance of Authentic Experiences... In the ever-evolving...
FG Academy
Jul 4, 20243 min read
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One DnD Player's Handbook Changes
The 2024 update to the Dungeons & Dragons Player's Handbook, known as "One D&D," is set to bring a wealth of exciting changes and...
FG Academy
Jun 18, 20243 min read
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Fantasy Grounds Extensions
Managing Extensions in Fantasy Grounds: A Comprehensive Guide: Are you getting constant console errors? Perhaps it is due to using...
FG Academy
Apr 26, 20243 min read
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Mastering Virtual Tabletops: A Beginner's Guide to Thriving in Fantasy Grounds
Diving into the universe of Virtual Tabletops (VTTs) like Fantasy Grounds is akin to opening a door to endless possibilities for tabletop...
FG Academy
Mar 10, 20246 min read
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Baldur's Gate 3: A Comprehensive Guide to Gameplay, Lore, and Character Builds
Introduction Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Baldur's Gate 3, a game set in the renowned Forgotten Realms fantasy world....
FG Academy
Aug 1, 20236 min read
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Delving Into Darkness: An Exploration of "Curse of Strahd"
"Curse of Strahd" is widely acknowledged as one of the best Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition adventure modules. Seamlessly blending...
FG Academy
Jul 22, 20232 min read
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Paths to success with Fantasy Grounds: Your Ultimate Guide to Epic Online Adventures!
Hey there, adventurer! Ready to dive into the world of Fantasy Grounds? Let's get you started: For Everyone: Talk the Talk: Every...
FG Academy
Jun 19, 20233 min read
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Mastering Druid's Wild Shape in D&D 5e: A Guide for Fantasy Grounds Unity VTT platform
Unleash the full potential of the Druid's Wild Shape feature in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition (D&D 5e) with our comprehensive guide. We...
FG Academy
Jun 19, 20232 min read
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Syrinscape Local Sound Integration for FGU 4.4.0
FGU Unity Local Sound Set Up - Fantasy Grounds Unity | FGU 4.4.0 Topic: 06/18/23 Using the FG "Localized" audio integration within the...
FG Academy
Jun 17, 20231 min read
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Integrating Syrinscape & Local Audio Files with Fantasy Grounds Unity
Title: Integrating audio with the Fantasy Grounds Unity VTT 4.4.0 platform. FGU Atlassian Guide Integrating local audio files into your...
FG Academy
Jun 14, 20234 min read
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Fantasy Grounds Unity VTT Platform: Embracing the Future with Version 4.4.4
Fantasy Grounds Unity VTT Platform: Embracing the Future with Version 4.4.0 In the ever-evolving world of virtual tabletop gaming,...
FG Academy
Jun 13, 20233 min read
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Overcoming Connectivity & Interaction Challenges in Fantasy Grounds Unity: A User's Guide
There's a noticeable bit of puzzlement regarding the Windows Firewall pop-up you've encountered while installing Fantasy Grounds Unity...
FG Academy
Jun 7, 20233 min read
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Unveiling D&D's 'Glory of the Giants': A Fun Dive into Bigby's Upcoming Source book!
Hear ye, hear ye, adventurers of all realms! Gather 'round as we unravel the mysteries of the upcoming Dungeons & Dragons sourcebook,...
FG Academy
May 23, 20234 min read
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Streamlining Adventure Creation with the FG Unity import tools using Chat GPT with Fantasy Grounds!
Enhancing Fantasy Grounds Unity VTT with Chat GPT: Streamlining Content Creation for More Immersive Adventures Video example links....
FG Academy
May 21, 20238 min read
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The Enigmatic Lady of Pain: Exciting Unveiling of the Planescape Setting in DnD Q4, 2023!
In the ever-expanding universe of Dungeons & Dragons, there's a resurgence of nostalgia mixed with fresh excitement. Wizards of the Coast...
FG Academy
May 14, 20234 min read
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Mastering Character Consistency with the TTRPG Asset Creator Gem
Hey there, fellow adventurers! Today, I’m excited to share some insights from a recent live session on the Fantasy Grounds Academy YouTube channel. Laerun unveiled a fantastic method for keeping character consistency across digital tabletop RPG assets. Using a custom project or Gem within Google Gemini, Game Masters can ensure that a character's visual identity remains stable from their initial portrait to their tactical battle map token. As of Q2, 2026, Google Gemini 3.1 pro
FG Academy
Apr 133 min read
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FANTASY GROUNDS MAP DIMENSIONS: OFFICIAL IMAGE FORMATTING AND SIZING GUIDELINES
To ensure your maps align perfectly without "grid drift," use these specific pixel dimensions. These are optimized to be as close to 2K/4K as possible while remaining perfectly divisible by 100. HORIZONTAL DIMENSIONS (16:9) Near 2K: 2500 x 1400 pixels (25 x 14 Squares) Near 4K: 3800 x 2100 pixels (38 x 21 Squares) VERTICAL DIMENSIONS (9:16) Near 2K: 1400 x 2500 pixels (14 x 25 Squares) Near 4K: 2100 x 3800 pixels (21 x 38 Squares) SQUARE DIMENSIONS (1:1) 2K High Quality: 2000
FG Academy
Mar 23 min read
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Fantasy Grounds Unity 4.8.2 on Unity 6 LTS: Updated System Requirements & User Tips
Fantasy Grounds Unity 4.8.2 now runs on Unity 6 LTS. Here’s what that means for system requirements, performance, and keeping your going.
FG Academy
Aug 25, 20252 min read
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Why Diamond's Bankruptcy Hit Paizo: Inside the Warehouse Lien, VTT Sync Deprecation, and Archives of Nethys Reset
Connecting the Dots: Why the Diamond Collapse Broke Paizo’s Digital Ecosystem (And Why the Community Blamed the Wrong Thing) By a Tabletop GM & Long-Time Customer If you have spent any time over the past few months scrolling through tabletop Reddit, browsing campaign forums, or watching commentary videos on YouTube, the atmosphere in the Paizo sphere has felt downright hostile. Between the sudden upheaval around Archives of Nethys losing its commercial license, the quiet deat
FG Academy
21 hours ago7 min read
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A New Dawn for TTRPGs: D&D Gen Con Keynote Reveals World of Warcraft, Star Wars, and Dark Sun
A New Dawn for TTRPGs: D&D Gen Con Keynote Reveals World of Warcraft, Star Wars, and the Return of Dark Sun Wizards of the Coast took the stage at Gen Con to unveil the roadmap for Dungeons & Dragons, ushering in what Franchise Head Dan Ayoub called "A New Dawn for D&D." Between massive pop-culture crossovers under the new Universes Beyond umbrella, the long-awaited resurrection of classic settings like Dark Sun, and an ambitious design initiative helmed by legendary creators
FG Academy
Jul 314 min read
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Mastering NPC Statblocks in Fantasy Grounds Unity: The Ultimate NPC Statblocks Guide
If you’ve ever run a tabletop RPG session online, you know how crucial NPCs are to the story. They’re the spice, the plot hooks, the unexpected allies or terrifying foes. But managing their stats can be a headache, especially when you want to keep the game flowing smoothly. Enter Fantasy Grounds Unity (FGU), a powerhouse virtual tabletop that makes handling NPC statblocks a breeze—once you know the ropes. Today, I’m diving deep into the NPC statblocks guide you didn’t know yo
FG Academy
May 115 min read
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Join the Ultimate RPG Discord Community for Fantasy Grounds Unity Fans
If you’re like me, diving into the world of tabletop RPGs online is both thrilling and a bit daunting. The Fantasy Grounds VTT is an incredible tool that brings our favorite games to life, but mastering it? That’s a whole other quest. Lucky for us, there’s a place where players and game masters gather to share tips, swap stories, and level up their skills together. Yep, I’m talking about the FG Academy Discord Community . Trust me, if you haven’t joined yet, you’re missing ou
FG Academy
Apr 204 min read
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Mastering AI Dungeon Mastering with ChatGPT-5: Templates, Prompts & Session Zero
Master D&D with ChatGPT-5. Use AI-powered templates, prompts, and Session Zero checklists for NPCs, adventures, and cinematic Dungeon Mastering.
FG Academy
Sep 8, 20255 min read
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NPC stat block for the 5e 2024 Rule Set
Mastering D&D 5e NPC Stat Blocks (2025 Edition) A Community Guide for Publishers, Homebrew DMs, Conversions, & Devs Fantasy Grounds Unity...
FG Academy
Jul 1, 20253 min read
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Encountering Bugs in the Fantasy Grounds VTT?
Encountering Bugs in Fantasy Grounds v4.6.0? This guide will help you report issues across all rule sets, ensuring effective...
FG Academy
Dec 4, 20242 min read
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Mastering Character Consistency with the TTRPG Asset Creator Gem
Hey there, fellow adventurers! Today, I’m excited to share some insights from a recent live session on the Fantasy Grounds Academy YouTube channel. Laerun unveiled a fantastic method for keeping character consistency across digital tabletop RPG assets. Using a custom project or Gem within Google Gemini, Game Masters can ensure that a character's visual identity remains stable from their initial portrait to their tactical battle map token. As of Q2, 2026, Google Gemini 3.1 pro
FG Academy
Apr 133 min read
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FANTASY GROUNDS MAP DIMENSIONS: OFFICIAL IMAGE FORMATTING AND SIZING GUIDELINES
To ensure your maps align perfectly without "grid drift," use these specific pixel dimensions. These are optimized to be as close to 2K/4K as possible while remaining perfectly divisible by 100. HORIZONTAL DIMENSIONS (16:9) Near 2K: 2500 x 1400 pixels (25 x 14 Squares) Near 4K: 3800 x 2100 pixels (38 x 21 Squares) VERTICAL DIMENSIONS (9:16) Near 2K: 1400 x 2500 pixels (14 x 25 Squares) Near 4K: 2100 x 3800 pixels (21 x 38 Squares) SQUARE DIMENSIONS (1:1) 2K High Quality: 2000
FG Academy
Mar 23 min read
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Fantasy Grounds Unity 4.8.2 on Unity 6 LTS: Updated System Requirements & User Tips
Fantasy Grounds Unity 4.8.2 now runs on Unity 6 LTS. Here’s what that means for system requirements, performance, and keeping your going.
FG Academy
Aug 25, 20252 min read
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Why Diamond's Bankruptcy Hit Paizo: Inside the Warehouse Lien, VTT Sync Deprecation, and Archives of Nethys Reset
Connecting the Dots: Why the Diamond Collapse Broke Paizo’s Digital Ecosystem (And Why the Community Blamed the Wrong Thing) By a Tabletop GM & Long-Time Customer If you have spent any time over the past few months scrolling through tabletop Reddit, browsing campaign forums, or watching commentary videos on YouTube, the atmosphere in the Paizo sphere has felt downright hostile. Between the sudden upheaval around Archives of Nethys losing its commercial license, the quiet deat
FG Academy
21 hours ago7 min read
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A New Dawn for TTRPGs: D&D Gen Con Keynote Reveals World of Warcraft, Star Wars, and Dark Sun
A New Dawn for TTRPGs: D&D Gen Con Keynote Reveals World of Warcraft, Star Wars, and the Return of Dark Sun Wizards of the Coast took the stage at Gen Con to unveil the roadmap for Dungeons & Dragons, ushering in what Franchise Head Dan Ayoub called "A New Dawn for D&D." Between massive pop-culture crossovers under the new Universes Beyond umbrella, the long-awaited resurrection of classic settings like Dark Sun, and an ambitious design initiative helmed by legendary creators
FG Academy
Jul 314 min read
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Mastering NPC Statblocks in Fantasy Grounds Unity: The Ultimate NPC Statblocks Guide
If you’ve ever run a tabletop RPG session online, you know how crucial NPCs are to the story. They’re the spice, the plot hooks, the unexpected allies or terrifying foes. But managing their stats can be a headache, especially when you want to keep the game flowing smoothly. Enter Fantasy Grounds Unity (FGU), a powerhouse virtual tabletop that makes handling NPC statblocks a breeze—once you know the ropes. Today, I’m diving deep into the NPC statblocks guide you didn’t know yo
FG Academy
May 115 min read
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Join the Ultimate RPG Discord Community for Fantasy Grounds Unity Fans
If you’re like me, diving into the world of tabletop RPGs online is both thrilling and a bit daunting. The Fantasy Grounds VTT is an incredible tool that brings our favorite games to life, but mastering it? That’s a whole other quest. Lucky for us, there’s a place where players and game masters gather to share tips, swap stories, and level up their skills together. Yep, I’m talking about the FG Academy Discord Community . Trust me, if you haven’t joined yet, you’re missing ou
FG Academy
Apr 204 min read
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Mastering AI Dungeon Mastering with ChatGPT-5: Templates, Prompts & Session Zero
Master D&D with ChatGPT-5. Use AI-powered templates, prompts, and Session Zero checklists for NPCs, adventures, and cinematic Dungeon Mastering.
FG Academy
Sep 8, 20255 min read
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NPC stat block for the 5e 2024 Rule Set
Mastering D&D 5e NPC Stat Blocks (2025 Edition) A Community Guide for Publishers, Homebrew DMs, Conversions, & Devs Fantasy Grounds Unity...
FG Academy
Jul 1, 20253 min read
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Encountering Bugs in the Fantasy Grounds VTT?
Encountering Bugs in Fantasy Grounds v4.6.0? This guide will help you report issues across all rule sets, ensuring effective...
FG Academy
Dec 4, 20242 min read
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