DnD Lounge

DnD Lounge is a dedicated resource for Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition, designed to help new players and veteran Dungeon Masters alike master the game. Whether you are looking for optimized character builds, easy-to-understand rule explanations, or creative homebrew ideas, our goal is to make 5e accessible to everyone.

Since its founding, DnD Lounge has served as a comprehensive guide for spells, races, and class mechanics, backed by thousands of hours of tabletop gameplay.

Meet The Creator

Matt Zane

Founder and Head Editor

Matt Zane has been playing DnD 5e since 2015 and has been a Dungeon Master since 2017.

He created DnD Lounge to bridge the gap between “pure optimization” (maxing out damage numbers) and “roleplay flavor.” His philosophy is that the best character builds are the ones that are mechanically effective and tell a great story.

When he isn’t deep-diving into the nuances of the Player’s Handbook or crunching the math on a new spell, Matt can be found painting miniatures, hiking, or looking for new ways to TPK his players (fairly, of course).

Connect with Matt:

• Email: [email protected]
• YouTube: DnD Lounge Channel
• Reddit: u/dndlounge
• Patreon: Support DnD Lounge

My Editorial Standards

I believe that rules commentary should be accurate, fair, and play-tested.

• Source fidelity: All spell and rule guides are cross-referenced directly with official 5th Edition sourcebooks (PHB, DMG, Xanathar’s. Tasha’s) to ensure accuracy. I’m in the process of updating pages to match the 2024 ruleset (5.5e).
• Playtesting: As a player and DM, I see real builds, spells, and tactics in my games. Advice on character builds and spell utility comes from actual experience at the table. You can read exactly how my spell rating system works here. This ensures that every “S-Tier” rating is mathematically justified, not just a feeling.
• Independence: DnD Lounge is an independent fan site. While I love the game, I am not affiliated with Wizards of the Coast.