Using Legos for D&D
Intro: Using Legos for D&D
As an avid player of D&D, finding ways to build a map and mini figures for cheap became a necessity. I've used dry-erase boards, glass chess boards, poster boards, etc.
Then I realized I had a ton of lego's in a tub. So this is how we play:
Then I realized I had a ton of lego's in a tub. So this is how we play:
STEP 1: Making the Board
Get a green platform or one around that size
Draw a grid on it (2x2 allows for a lot of "area" by making a map 80'x80'. 4x4 makes for better smaller areas like rooms and such)
Trying to get enough matching colors is a bit tough unless you already have thousands upon thousands of certain sets but for now, just use what you have.
"This bar has a rainbow colored wall..." Best line while playing with Legos
Draw a grid on it (2x2 allows for a lot of "area" by making a map 80'x80'. 4x4 makes for better smaller areas like rooms and such)
Trying to get enough matching colors is a bit tough unless you already have thousands upon thousands of certain sets but for now, just use what you have.
"This bar has a rainbow colored wall..." Best line while playing with Legos
STEP 2: "tiling" the Map
Setting down the flatter "tile" Legos is a good way to set differences in terrain. Blue tiles for a flowing river, black for a hole in a decrepit floor. Even building up for a stair way with a raised platform. You get the idea
If you don't have enough to do something like that then just use your imagination and use what you got.
If you don't have enough to do something like that then just use your imagination and use what you got.
STEP 3: Mini Figures
Probably the worst part of using Legos for D&D. Mini figures are costly since they only have a few to a set and the individual ones are a tad over priced. On top of that, getting one that's unique and resembles your character is even more challenging (unless playing a Star Wars version of D&D). Finding a hood and quiver for the archer, a helm and plate mail for the fighter, you get it. You could paint up a figure. I'm looking into making custom pieces from scratch (it would be super easy if I had a 3d printer, then I could make my own entirely). But for now this is the best I can do
STEP 4: Putting It All Together
The hardest part of playing D&D this way is having to build the scene on such short notice, building a warehouse takes a little time. However it's super awesome to have that set up when playing.
I hope you enjoy and leave a vote if you liked it.
I hope you enjoy and leave a vote if you liked it.
2 Comments
GavinF16 7 years ago
Kinda useful but I recommend buying the actual D&D Maps and any feature you would like to draw attention to make them out of lego, then buy as many Castle(new and old), Kingdoms, Lord of the Rings/Hobbit, Ninjago, and Nexo Knights as you can. Buy interesting charcaters from the Minifigures line and use the base plates for your D&D player's characters.
seamster 9 years ago
Nice project, thanks for sharing! Great use for Legos!