Mike prepares the next session of his Tales of the Valiant Dragon Empire campaign.

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Mike prepares the next session of his Tales of the Valiant Dragon Empire campaign.

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Mike prepares the next session of his Tales of the Valiant Dragon Empire campaign.

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