Naming guides
The reasoning behind the generators: how naming traditions actually work, and how to pick one that survives contact with a real table.
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September 21, 2026 · 7 min read
How to Name a D&D Character (Without Regretting It by Session Three)
Most bad character names fail for one of four reasons, and all four are avoidable in about ninety seconds of checking.
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September 21, 2026 · 9 min read
Fantasy Naming Conventions: Why Elves and Dwarves Sound Different
Tolkien built two languages before he built a plot. You do not have to go that far, but the reason his names work is worth stealing.
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September 21, 2026 · 6 min read
Naming NPCs on the Fly: A DM Survival Guide
Every DM has named someone Bob under pressure. Here is how to never do it again without slowing the session down.