Role Playing Games

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    Learn More About Role Playing Games

    You might first think of role playing games as a childhood staple when make-believe adventures were all the rage, but they’re fun for all ages, too! Adult role playing games revolve around embodying a made up character that interacts within a fantasy-based storyline. The broad category includes tabletop role playing games that use dice and a board, text-based role-playing games where players swap stories back and forth, live-action role playing games like medieval festivals, and many video games.


    Fandom role playing games originate from popular books or movies, but you can also create your own role playing game by writing an original story, designing characters, and coming up with rules. Compared to most games and puzzles, role playing takes a unique approach to having fun, and depending on how you play, the end results can change every time to keep it fresh and interesting.

    Regardless of what type of role playing game you’re interested in, shops on Etsy have a variety of accessories to bring your character to life or elevate your playing experience with helpful additions. Better yet, some things you find can be customized so your storyline stays totally authentic to the world you’re constructing. Take a peek at some of these popular types of accessories to get your journey started:


    • Dice: Tabletop role playing games typically require dice. While you can buy some sets that include them, snag some special ones separately and impress your role playing crew with custom resin dice or cool liquid dice that have a watery core.
    • Dice tray: You’ll never have to worry about dice shooting off the table when you have a custom dice tray to throw into. Whether it’s leather or wood, dice trays are a practical accessory and many designs lend a theme-appropriate style to your make-believe world.
    • Miniatures: Some role playing games feature game pieces called [role playing miniatures]https://www.etsy.com/c/toys-and-games/toys/miniature-toys/role-playing-miniatures). They can be buildings, characters, vehicles, and anything else relating to your fantasy land. Since they often come with a simple base color, get a miniature painting kit to give them a realistic finish.
    • Costumes: Live-action role playing games require dressing up in order to participate. Check out designers on Etsy for kids’ costumes and adult costumes so the whole family can get involved.