Yesterday, D&D Beyond made an exciting announcement: they’re bringing The Lord of the Rings Roleplaying sourcebook to their platform. This offering comes from Free League, a renowned Swedish publisher known for its exceptional tabletop role-playing games. They describe this latest release as a “brand new adaptation.” However, keen fans might recognize it from last year, as it’s built on the second edition of Free League’s One Ring TTRPG, crafted by Francesco Nepitello. Familiar or fresh, this acclaimed ruleset—now adapted for Dungeons & Dragons’ fifth edition—is one of the most beloved TTRPG experiences set in J.R.R. Tolkien’s rich universe. And, for those invested in digital adventures, it now integrates effortlessly with D&D’s virtual tabletop.
This comprehensive 240-page guide is packed with content: six distinct classes, 12 unique subclasses, 14 species, and a whopping 42 feats. All these are now accessible through D&D Beyond’s character creation tool. Free League has designed rules to capture the spirit of those epic journeys found in Tolkien’s original works—books that not only shaped modern fantasy but also the very essence of Dungeons & Dragons. Gamers can dive into adventure paths designed for levels 1-10, enriched with newly crafted maps and creatures, all of which align perfectly with D&D Beyond’s tactical VTT, Maps, now in its beta phase.
The mechanics of this sourcebook were specially tailored for the fifth edition of Dungeons & Dragons. While it doesn’t align with the latest 2024 update, backward compatibility ensures players can still incorporate it into their 2024 campaigns. Right now, you can snag the D&D Beyond digital edition for a special price of $29.99. Alternatively, the original physical version is available on Free League’s website for a bit over $50.
