If your table is like mine, cup stains are a constant threat to character sheets when table space is limited. That's where the coasters from CZYY come into play.
This set of twelve round wooden coasters features laser-engraved icons representing a diverse array of D&D species – from the celestial Aasimar to the fiendish Tiefling, and even a special one for the Dungeon Master. It’s a neat way to subtly showcase your character’s species while keeping your tabletop protected from those inevitable drink spills, and a good way to identify which coaster belongs to each player.
There are 11 species in total (not counting the DM): aasimar, dragonborn, dwarf, elf, gnome, goliath, half-elf, halfling, human, orc, and tiefling. I don't think there's an agreed-upon set of icons representing Fifth Edition species the way there is for classes, but these are fairly intuitive, and the name is also printed on each coaster in any case. Some have physical characteristics incorporated into the design (aasimar has wings; dragonborn, gnome, and orc have respective head icons; tiefling has bat wings and a spade tail), while others are abstractions of what the species wields or carries (dwarf has a horned helmet; half-elf, a winged helmet; human has crossed swords behind a shield; and halflings have a slingshot). The least effective are the tattoo-styles, one for elf and one for goliath.
There are also 20 numbers along the perimeter of each. Presumably, the idea is you would spin the coaster and then when it stopped spinning have a result, similar to a 20-sided die. The problem is the numbers are randomly placed, making it very confusing to read the coaster -- and there's no "stop" point for the coaster. That is, you'll have to have like a 4-sided near the coaster when you spin it, and where the corner of the 4-sided points is the result. But that sort of defeats the whole purpose of having a coaster, since you (hopefully) won't have a drink on it when you spin it!
The craftsmanship seems solid. Each coaster is made from 4mm plywood, giving them a natural look and feel. The laser engraving is precise and the 3.5-inch diameter is a practical size that should accommodate most standard cups, mugs, and glasses. What really sets this set apart is the tentacle-inspired holder. Designed to keep all twelve coasters neatly organized, it adds a Lovecraftian touch to the gaming setup -- a little strange for a fantasy setting but perhaps not that far out of place since most D&D monsters are tentacled horrors.
If you like your tables clean and your drinks unspilled, these coasters are worth the twenty bucks. They make a great gift for your DM too.
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This set of twelve round wooden coasters features laser-engraved icons representing a diverse array of D&D species – from the celestial Aasimar to the fiendish Tiefling, and even a special one for the Dungeon Master. It’s a neat way to subtly showcase your character’s species while keeping your tabletop protected from those inevitable drink spills, and a good way to identify which coaster belongs to each player.
There are 11 species in total (not counting the DM): aasimar, dragonborn, dwarf, elf, gnome, goliath, half-elf, halfling, human, orc, and tiefling. I don't think there's an agreed-upon set of icons representing Fifth Edition species the way there is for classes, but these are fairly intuitive, and the name is also printed on each coaster in any case. Some have physical characteristics incorporated into the design (aasimar has wings; dragonborn, gnome, and orc have respective head icons; tiefling has bat wings and a spade tail), while others are abstractions of what the species wields or carries (dwarf has a horned helmet; half-elf, a winged helmet; human has crossed swords behind a shield; and halflings have a slingshot). The least effective are the tattoo-styles, one for elf and one for goliath.
There are also 20 numbers along the perimeter of each. Presumably, the idea is you would spin the coaster and then when it stopped spinning have a result, similar to a 20-sided die. The problem is the numbers are randomly placed, making it very confusing to read the coaster -- and there's no "stop" point for the coaster. That is, you'll have to have like a 4-sided near the coaster when you spin it, and where the corner of the 4-sided points is the result. But that sort of defeats the whole purpose of having a coaster, since you (hopefully) won't have a drink on it when you spin it!
The craftsmanship seems solid. Each coaster is made from 4mm plywood, giving them a natural look and feel. The laser engraving is precise and the 3.5-inch diameter is a practical size that should accommodate most standard cups, mugs, and glasses. What really sets this set apart is the tentacle-inspired holder. Designed to keep all twelve coasters neatly organized, it adds a Lovecraftian touch to the gaming setup -- a little strange for a fantasy setting but perhaps not that far out of place since most D&D monsters are tentacled horrors.
If you like your tables clean and your drinks unspilled, these coasters are worth the twenty bucks. They make a great gift for your DM too.
You can purchase this product at Amazon: https://amzn.to/4iAmMu9 Please note that I'm a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Spend less. Smile more..
