The big 4-0-0. In celebration of Dragon magazine’s 400th issue, members of the R&D staff reflect on past articles that made a lasting impression. Also, the return of Dragonmirth!

D&D isn’t the only game Gary Gygax created. He also invented a chess game that has legions of fans around the world.

What does the creator of the Forgotten Realms know about the Nine Hells? Turns out, EVERYTHING!

What’s the meanest, toughest monster in the D&D game? If you said “kobold,” then you’ve read this article before.

Class Compendium takes a fresh look at the versions of the fighter, rogue, warlord, cleric, and wizard that were originally presented in the 4th Edition Player’s Handbook. In this article, we’ll be proposing some changes and giving you the opportunity to send in your feedback. This month we present the scoundrel rogue.

Embrace the darkness! This article provides a pair of themes for players who would like to add a little darkness to their characters’ backgrounds. In the article, you’ll get access to the student of Evard theme and the Gloomwrought emissary theme.

You’ve spoken, and we’ve listened. RPG Group Manager Mike Mearls has put together some new options for the strength cleric from the Player’s Handbook.

The upcoming Conquest of Nerath boardgame lays out the world as it was in the time of the Empire. The tour of the D&D world continues as we visit the harsh demesne of the Iron Wolf barbarians. This month, we provide a mechanical option for players in the form of the Iron Wolf warrior theme.

Take a trip through past editions of the D&D game, and see how its iconic features have evolved over the decades.