Posts tagged #inventory

Tracking gear, currency, and carrying capacity without it becoming a chore. Shared party inventory, item identification, and making loot matter again.

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Mar 25, 2026 · 29 min read

The Psychology of Loot at the Table

Why rolled treasure feels better when probability, scarcity, reveal, and table politics all matter.

Feb 16, 2026 · 10 min read

Your Players Have Too Much Gold

Your TTRPG economy is running on one person's effort: yours. Gold sinks won't fix that. Tradeoffs will. Here's how to build an economy that works for you.

Jan 27, 2026 · 10 min read

Stop Using Spreadsheets for Swords

TTRPG inventory is broken. The fix isn't just better tracking. It's recognizing that inventory can be a place where stories happen.

Jan 22, 2026 · 9 min read

Encumbrance Punishes the Players Who Use It

The most dropped rule in TTRPGs fails because it penalizes engagement. The fix is giving players a reason to care.

Jan 22, 2026 · 6 min read D&D 5e

Unidentified Items in D&D

Why mystery items deserve a place in your game, and how to make the reveal land at the table.