InDungeons & Dragons, players have plenty of reasons to collect and hoard as many items as possible.

One or two relics can make things much more interesting in any D&D campaign.

Learn a few tips on how to add them in this guide.

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What Are Trinkets In D&D?

Why Are Trinkets Important?

Trinkets can add an extra layer of depth and story to your character or world.

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Using trinkets to dictate personality traits is alsoa great way to get more involved with your character and world.

It is important to note that other than finding them, trinkets can be created through any means.

All of it can be up to your creative limits!

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Concept Art from Keys from the Golden Vault by Anna Pavleeva

Dungeons & Dragons is a game thatnaturally promotes and rewards those who explore and collect things.

Many players collect things just in case they might need it, which are all trinkets.

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