Dungeon Life: A Dungeons & Dragons Documentary Season 1 Episode 7 Chris Perkins' Legacy At D&D

  • May 3, 2017
  • 4 min

Chris Perkins is a name that is synonymous with Dungeons & Dragons. Many fans of the game would tell you that they owe their enjoyment of the game to this man. In the seventh episode of Dungeon Life: A Dungeons & Dragons Documentary, the focus is on the impact that Chris Perkins has made on the game during his time with Wizards of the Coast.

Chris Perkins started his career with Wizards of the Coast in 1997 as an editor for the company's magazine, Dragon. He quickly made a name for himself within the company and was promoted to senior editor in 1999. During this time, Chris was responsible for overseeing the publication of several books for the game, including the third edition of the Player's Handbook.

In 2002, Chris was introduced to the world of podcasting when he became a co-host of the popular podcast, The Dungeon Master's Block. This podcast was focused on providing advice and resources for Dungeon Masters looking to improve their skills. The show quickly gained a large following and helped to establish Chris as one of the foremost experts on the game.

In 2004, Chris was tapped to work as a game designer for the fourth edition of Dungeons & Dragons. He was instrumental in developing many of the game's core mechanics and also served as the lead designer for several of the game's supplements. During this time, he also continued to write and edit books for the game, including the fourth edition of the Player's Handbook.

Chris continued to work with Wizards of the Coast, serving in various roles, and in 2013 was named the principal story designer for the fifth edition of Dungeons & Dragons. This was a position that allowed Chris to have a significant impact on the game's narrative and lore. He was responsible for overseeing the development of many of the game's campaigns and also wrote several of the game's most beloved adventures.

In addition to his work with Wizards of the Coast, Chris has also been a prominent figure in the Dungeons & Dragons community. He has been a regular speaker and panelist at many of the game's conventions and has also appeared on several popular shows and podcasts, including Critical Role and The Adventure Zone.

The seventh episode of Dungeon Life: A Dungeons & Dragons Documentary explores Chris Perkins' legacy within the game. The show features interviews with many of Chris's colleagues and collaborators, who speak to his impact on the game and their experiences working with him. The episode also features footage of Chris at work, giving viewers a glimpse into his process and the passion that he brings to the game.

Throughout the episode, viewers will gain a greater appreciation for the impact that Chris Perkins has had on Dungeons & Dragons. His contributions to the game have helped to shape it into what it is today, and his passion for the game continues to inspire fans and creators alike. Whether you are a longtime fan of Dungeons & Dragons or are just discovering the game, Chris Perkins' legacy is a must-watch episode of Dungeon Life: A Dungeons & Dragons Documentary.

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Description
  • First Aired
    May 3, 2017
  • Runtime
    4 min
  • Language
    English