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Fantasy Encounters

In the Fantasy Encounters section, we have some great random encounter tables for your fantasy tabletop RPG campaign. It includes the tables to create random encounters in the wilderness, in the city, in the water (rivers or oceans) and in the fields. Just pick the appropriate table depending on the situation your characters are in. It’s great for adventure designers to flesh out their adventures with details. Running a game with these tables is a simple matter of rolling some dice and consulting the table.

With the wilderness, city, river and field encounter charts, you will have a lot of interesting encounters. I plan to add a lot more content in the near future, so watch for more encounter tables. I’ve spent a lot of time and thought to make each encounter table unique and interesting. GPT-3 from OpenAI has also helped create this content. With a human DM and advanced AI, you get the best of both worlds. Be sure to take a look around the website and send any feedback to me, so I can keep improving and adding new and interesting content.

I plan to keep releasing free, unique content on this site, and I appreciate your support and feedback. I’ve spent a lot of time compiling these fantasy encounter tables, but it’s worth it when I hear from a DM that I saved them when they were in a pinch. Feel free to change these up so they fit your particular campaign. When it comes to random tables, I’ve been a fan for decades now. There’s something magical about rolling a die and coming up with an interesting encounter on the fly. Magic, I tell you! Thanks again for checking out the site.

100 D&D 5E Random Tavern Encounters for Drunk Players

June 11, 2024
A lively bard playing music in a tavern filled with cheering patrons.

The tavern is more than just a place to rest and drink; it is a hub of excitement, intrigue, and unexpected adventures. Whether your adventurers … See Random Table

100 DND Road Encounters for High-Level Players Who Need a Lesson

June 10, 2024
The party encounters a knight fleeing from unseen enemies, setting the stage for a quest involving a cursed artifact.

Traveling the roads of a fantasy world, especially for seasoned adventurers, is never without its challenges. High-level players, having faced numerous perils and emerged victorious, … See Random Table

100 DND Forest Encounters for Mid-Level Players

June 9, 2024
The Guardian of the Eldertree challenges those who seek entry to the sacred sanctuary.

Venturing into the heart of the Enchanted Forest is a journey fraught with wonder and peril. The trees here are ancient, their branches forming a … See Random Table

100 Urban Fantasy RPG Random Encounters: Magic Library

June 6, 2024

In the heart of a bustling city, hidden between skyscrapers and neon lights, lies the Magic Library. This mystical place is a haven for those … See Random Table

100 Low Fantasy RPG Random Encounters: Behind a Dive Tavern

June 5, 2024
A scruffy stray cat with a note tied to its collar approaches in a dark alley.

In the shadowy back alleys and dingy corners of dive taverns, where the flickering lantern light barely reaches, adventurers can find themselves amidst an array … See Random Table

100 Fantasy RPG Random Encounters: Medieval Village

June 4, 2024
Mysterious Merchant in Eldenwood Market

Nestled between rolling hills and ancient forests, the medieval village of Eldenwood serves as a bustling hub for traders, adventurers, and villagers alike. Cobblestone streets … See Random Table

100 Mythical RPG Random Encounters: Dragon’s Lair

June 2, 2024
Two young drakes guard the entrance of the Dragon's Lair, with a dark, foreboding cave in the background.

The Dragon’s Lair is a place of legend, shrouded in mystery and danger. Deep within the heart of the mountain, where the air grows thick … See Random Table

100 Pirate RPG Random Encounters: Forgotten Islands

June 7, 2024June 1, 2024
An enchanting siren singing from a rock in a turquoise lagoon, surrounded by lush tropical flora.

The Forgotten Islands are a realm shrouded in mystery and brimming with untold treasures and lurking dangers. This archipelago, often whispered about in pirate lore, … See Random Table

100 Arabian Nights RPG Random Encounters: Desert Oasis

June 7, 2024May 30, 2024
A merchant at a desert oasis with colorful tents and exotic wares.

The desert oasis is a shimmering jewel amidst the vast, sun-scorched sands of the Arabian Desert. This mystical place, surrounded by endless dunes, serves as … See Random Table

100 Low Fantasy RPG Random Encounters: Goblin Warrens

March 14, 2025May 28, 2024
A wide watercolor illustration depicting a goblin shaman performing a dark ritual in a dimly lit cavern. The shaman is surrounded by glowing runes and mystical symbols carved into the ground. Flickering torches cast shadows on the cave walls, adding to the ominous ambiance. The shaman, adorned in ritualistic garb and wielding a staff, is chanting an incantation while other goblins watch in awe.

The dark and winding passages of the Goblin Warrens present a labyrinthine challenge for even the most seasoned adventurers. Hidden deep within ancient forests or … See Random Table

100 Viking RPG Random Encounters: Frozen Tundra

May 28, 2024May 27, 2024
In this dramatic scene, two Viking adventurers face a massive, lightning-charged beast deep within the forest. Dark storm clouds loom overhead, and bolts of lightning illuminate the trees. One adventurer wields a sword, while the other casts a spell, both ready for battle. The fearsome beast roars, adding to the epic and chaotic atmosphere.

The frozen tundra stretches out as far as the eye can see, a vast expanse of ice and snow that challenges even the hardiest of … See Random Table

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