J.C. Ash is the creator behind Grid & Ink, an independent publishing imprint that blends creativity, design, and storytelling. From word-search collections and Sudoku challenges to tabletop role-playing tools and solo journaling games, J.C. Ash focuses on crafting books that inspire curiosity and imagination. When not designing new projects, they can usually be found testing ideas in the workshop, refining systems for future releases, or exploring how creativity and structure meet on the printed page.
This book is a brilliant resource for GMs who want to create rich, dynamic urban adventures filled with tension and mystery. The variety of d20 and d100 tables makes it easy to generate plots, scandals, and surprises on the fly. I especially love how it captures the grit and politics of fantasy cities while staying system-neutral and versatile. A few more sample encounters would enhance it even more, but overall, it’s an essential toolkit for any storyteller running city-based campaigns.
Tome of Tables: Cities and Conflict is an incredible toolkit for any fantasy Game Master. J.C. Ash fills this volume with creative tables, plot hooks, and city intrigue perfect for spontaneous storytelling. Its system-neutral design makes worldbuilding effortless, adding instant depth, tension, and danger to every campaign.