Mapmaking Guides & Articles
Tutorials, stencil workflows, and tips to draw crisp encounter maps fast.
Tavern Battle Maps That Play Fast: Layouts for Fights, Chases, and Chaos
A stencil-first guide to tavern battle maps that run smoothly: readable lanes, clear sightlines, and props that imply tables and chaos. Includes 3 ready-to-draw tavern layouts.
Throne Rooms & Fancy Floors: Noble Spaces That Feel Different
Make noble spaces instantly feel ‘higher status’ with throne, fancy/tile floors, large doors, and wall torch symmetry. Includes three throne room templates: ceremony, ambush, and secret meeting.
Town Square Maps: Signposts, Fences, Crowds, and Clear Paths
Build town squares that run fast at the table: readable intersections, market stalls, patrol routes, and clear ‘where combat breaks out’ lanes—using signpost, fence wall, cobble/grass floors, and simple prop clusters.
Trap & Interaction Landmarks: Levers, Doors, and Lighting as Gameplay
Use levers, doors, and lighting stencils to create instant gameplay: readable puzzles, clear objectives, and traps players understand at a glance. Includes 3 “lever room” templates you can drop into any dungeon.