Richard Bailey
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I am currently working on expanding my writing topics and exploring different areas and topics of writing. I have a personal history with a very severe form of treatment-resistant major depressive disorder.
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How to Keep Your D&D Campaign Organized (Without Losing Your Mind)
Running a Dungeons & Dragons campaign is thrilling — but it can also feel like juggling flaming swords while balancing on a kobold’s back. Between NPC names, ongoing quests, player backstories, faction politics, and your own worldbuilding, things get messy fast.
By Richard Baileyabout a month ago in Gamers
Dollar-Cost Averaging Explained: A Beginner’s Guide to Smarter Long-Term Investing
Investing can feel overwhelming, especially when markets swing up and down with little warning. Many new investors hesitate to start because they fear putting money into the market at the “wrong time.” That’s where dollar-cost averaging (DCA) comes in. It’s a strategy designed to reduce emotional decision-making, smooth out risk, and encourage consistent investing over time.
By Richard Baileyabout a month ago in Trader
The Future of AI Companions: From Digital Chatbots to Personal Robots
Artificial intelligence is no longer just a tool for crunching data or powering search engines—it is becoming something more personal. AI companions represent one of the most intriguing developments in technology: machines designed not just to answer questions, but to engage, support, and in some cases, emotionally connect with humans.
By Richard Baileyabout a month ago in 01
How to Run D&D Mystery Adventures Without Railroading Your Players
Mystery adventures can be some of the most memorable sessions you’ll ever run as a Dungeon Master. The thrill of unraveling clues, connecting the dots, and exposing the culprit gives players a level of agency that’s hard to match with a standard dungeon crawl. But mysteries in Dungeons & Dragons come with a unique challenge: it’s easy to accidentally railroad your players into a single solution. If they don’t find a clue or guess the “right” suspect, the entire story can grind to a halt.
By Richard Baileyabout a month ago in Gamers
Creative Scrapbooking Ideas for Memory-Keeping That Last a Lifetime
Scrapbooking has always been more than just paper, glue, and photographs. At its core, it is a way to preserve moments, celebrate relationships, and tell personal stories in a tactile, visual form.
By Richard Bailey2 months ago in Families
High-Yield Savings Accounts vs. Investing: Where Should You Put Your Money?
Every dollar you earn has a purpose, but deciding where to put it can feel overwhelming. Should you keep it safe in a high-yield savings account or put it to work by investing? Both options are valuable, but they aren’t interchangeable. Each serves a different role in building financial security and long-term wealth.
By Richard Bailey2 months ago in Trader
How to Use Festivals and Holidays to Bring Your D&D World to Life
When players enter your world, they expect more than dungeons and dragons—they want a living, breathing setting that feels real. One of the easiest ways to make your world feel alive is by incorporating festivals and holidays into your campaign. Festivals do more than just break up the monotony of travel or combat—they create culture, set tone, and immerse players in your setting’s history.
By Richard Bailey2 months ago in Gamers
Rush Royale Events: Complete Guide to Rewards, Tips, and Strategies
Rush Royale stands out in the tower-defense and PvP genre not only because of its addictive real-time battles but also thanks to its dynamic event system. These events add variety, challenge, and, most importantly, rewards that accelerate progress.
By Richard Bailey2 months ago in Gamers
AI in Gaming: Tools, Gadgets, and Innovations Reshaping How We Play
Artificial Intelligence has quietly woven itself into nearly every aspect of gaming. From the way enemies react on-screen to the gadgets players hold in their hands, AI is no longer a background feature—it’s a driving force changing the rules of play. What was once a niche experiment in design has become the backbone of modern gaming experiences, shaping everything from realism and immersion to personalization and competitive balance.
By Richard Bailey2 months ago in 01
Rush Royale Beginner FAQ: Complete Guide for New Players
If you’re just starting out in Rush Royale, it can feel like there’s far too much to absorb at once. Between learning how to summon units, figuring out which cards to prioritize, and trying to understand why other players seem so much stronger, many new players end up confused.
By Richard Bailey3 months ago in Gamers
Rush Royale Merge Strategies: How to Maximize DPS and Dominate Every Battle
Merging units is at the heart of Rush Royale’s gameplay. Every decision you make about when, where, and how to merge can mean the difference between crushing a wave or watching your defense collapse. At first glance, merging looks simple—combine two of the same units to create a higher-level one. But once you start digging into the mechanics, you’ll realize that merge strategy directly impacts your overall DPS (damage per second), wave control, and late-game potential.
By Richard Bailey3 months ago in Gamers
Rush Royale Co-Op Mode Guide: Mastering Support and Team Synergy
Cooperative play in Rush Royale is more than just surviving waves of enemies together. It’s about balance, timing, and knowing how to maximize your deck to complement your partner. Many players dive into co-op thinking it’s the same as PvP, but the strategies are vastly different. In co-op, you aren’t trying to outlast your opponent—you’re trying to build a synchronized defense that thrives under pressure.
By Richard Bailey3 months ago in Gamers
