Bookended by Cats was named after Milo and Otis. They are the short, orange, and furry brothers who, upon entering our lives in 2003, often bookended us on our couch. And who are we? We're a geek couple living in PA. We love music, movies, TV, comics, books, and comic cons. And, from time to time, we'll share our thoughts on these nerdy things.

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Day 2 – Advent 2025: The Darkness of Blighted Hearts

Second day with The Darkness of Blighted Hearts 2025 DnD Advent Calendar Story.

Day 2: I chose to heed the call presented on Day 1. So, I was invited to choose a weapon ... by rolling the D6 that was today's gift. I rolled a 4 and...

You pick up your Atgeir from the corner where it leans. Its sharp hungry blade stands above your head, flickering in the torchlight. Its weight feels familiar in your hand. This will serve you well.

You pick up your shield and turn to the wall of armor...

Per the instructions, I wrote down my weapon on the journal sheet. I also added the D6 to my inspiration pool. (Note: I downloaded and printed a spare sheet from the website so I can leave the included postcard-sized original unscathed). 

Next up ... Day 3! Looks like I'll get my armor. 

The opened calendar with Day 2's gift and journal

Monday, December 1, 2025

Day 1 – Advent 2025: The Darkness of Blighted Hearts

From my mother-in-law: The Darkness of Blighted Hearts 2025 DnD Advent Calendar Story.

Day 1: I'm one of many sent to seek out the cause of a blight upon the World Tree. WILL YOU HEED THE CALL? Choose either DAY 2 OR Go Back To Bed...

1st gift: Viking longboat pendant in a small drawstring bag.

The opened calendar with Day 1's gift

There's even a journal for documenting stats and such along the 25 days:

Journal for the Adventure


This is going to be fun.