New Dinosaur-Themed D&D Book Offers Completing and Solving Character Options

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Dungeons & Dragons has a talent for turning real-world situations into fantastical adventures. When dinosaurs are added to the mix, it offers a fresh take on prehistoric worlds with a D&D flavor. Dr. Dhrolin’s Dictionary of Dinosaurs includes everything you need, from how to incorporate dinosaurs into your game setting to new character options and high-fantasy rules you can use.

These resources help keep your game bright and imaginative while exploring a prehistoric theme. If you’re curious about what kinds of characters your players can create within this setting, here are all the new options introduced in this dinosaur-inspired adventure.

New Playable Species

Dr. Dhrolin’s Dictionary of Dinosaurs introduces six new species for players to choose from. Each species has dedicated non-player characters (NPCs) to represent them, and players can create characters based on these species. These dinosaur folk have their own traits and languages, detailing their size, speed, lifespan, and appearance. The species included are:

Pluvenn: Derived from various prehistoric raptor species, Pluvenn are agile predators with a lightweight build, large birdlike feet with curled claws, and flowing tail feathers. They vary in size, feathers, and color.

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The Manyhorn: This species belongs to ceratopsian dinosaurs like Triceratops and forms large groups called guilds. They come in many sizes and appearances, all characterized by multiple horns.
Jeholrak: Based on Jeholosaurus, these small herbivores have a beaked snout, three claws, and soft feathers resembling fur. They look like tiny, lush creatures.
Ankylier: Similar to Ankylosaurus, these large, armored herbivores have thick scales, muscular limbs, and a formidable presence.
Limukin: Inspired by Limusaurus, these slender reptiles go from toothed omnivores to beaked herbivores during their growth. Known as “Mud Lizard,” they inhabit rivers, forests, and jungles.
Children Of Seth: Tall with long arms, wings, long pointed beaks, and prominent crests, this species resembles the pterosaur Thalassodromeus. They travel in clans and tribes and possess the ability to fly.

New Subclasses

The supplement adds three new subclasses, all compatible with the 2024 Player’s Handbook rules:

Ranger: Big Game Hunter – Focused on ranged combat and ammunition, this subclass provides special ammo and the ability to eliminate enemies of 100 hit points or less with a single shot at higher levels, trading spellcasting for raw ranged damage.
Fighter: Bonesmith – A combat-focused class that can craft tools and armor from slain enemies’ carcasses and even summon a flesh-based construct as a minion. They combine fighting skills with some spellcasting.
Druid: Circle of Cycles – These druids can manipulate evolutionary traits with their unique spells, such as granting flight or adjusting damage and health. They can also influence the stars and skies, and even glimpse future events.

New Backgrounds

Three new backgrounds are included, each suited to a specific prehistoric scenario and equipped with unique gear like loincloths and bone daggers:

Time Lost: For characters who have traveled through time and ended up here, whether from the future or the past.
Geologist: Designed for exploring rocks and geological formations, allowing players to identify weak points and gain small advantages during exploration.
Paleontologist: A researcher of ancient organisms and artifacts, skilled in distinguishing herbivores from carnivores and recognizing dangerous creatures instantly.

New Feats

The supplement features special feats tailored to the prehistoric environments and encounters. These feats help characters navigate the world, learn about dinosaurs, or even tame them, including options such as:

Naturalist: Enhances your ability to study and understand the local fauna and flora.
Miner: Useful for examining rocks and minerals, ideal for geologists.
Stone Whisperer: Improves skills related to understanding and moving natural stone formations.
Behaviorist: Enables insight into animal behaviors and interaction.
Crocodile Wrangler: Perfect for handling crocodilian creatures.
Volcanologist: Focused on understanding volcanic activity and terrain.
Action Hero: Provides combat and survival advantages in extreme situations.
Arcane Enchanter: Introduces magic-based abilities suited for a prehistoric magic user.

Each feat provides specific benefits relevant to the encounters and environments you’ll face. For example, some feats help with climbing natural rocks, understanding dinosaurs, or even taming creatures.

Summary

Dr. Dhrolin’s Dictionary of Dinosaurs broadens your game with new species, subclasses, backgrounds, and feats, all designed to enhance a prehistoric adventure setting. Whether you’re exploring ancient Earth or discovering new dinosaur societies, these options add exciting depth and flavor to your campaign.