The world of Eberron is about to get even more fascinating with the upcoming release of Eberron: Forge of the Artificer, scheduled to launch on August 19. This highly anticipated expansion for Dungeons and Dragons brings a wealth of new content, including a completely revised Artificer class, over 20 unique monsters, and a plethora of character customization options. Pre-orders are now available for this magicpunk-inspired adventure.

Earlier this year, Wizards of the Coast confirmed the August release date for this Eberron-focused sourcebook. While details were initially scarce, the appearance of an updated Artificer class in Unearthed Arcana playtest materials strongly hinted at its inclusion. Now, with the release imminent, fans are getting their first official look at what this book has to offer.

For players, Eberron: Forge of the Artificer delivers an impressive array of character creation options. The centerpiece is undoubtedly the redesigned Artificer class, complete with five distinct subclasses. Alongside this, players will find five revised species options, 17 unique backgrounds, 28 dragonmark feats, and innovative bastion mechanics that allow for deeper character development.

Comprehensive Contents of Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

The book's contents include:

• Artificer class with five subclasses
• Five species
• 17 backgrounds
• 28 feats
• One new spell
• Three campaign frameworks
• Over 20 monsters
• New bastion options
• Magical inventions and items

The species options in this book represent refined versions of classic Eberron favorites. Changelings and Shifters see minor adjustments from their Monsters of the Multiverse versions, while Kalashtar and Warforged receive more significant changes - most notably in their creature type classifications. The Khoravar, a new addition, serves as Eberron's unique take on half-elves, blending familiar mechanics with setting-specific flavor.

Notable Species Updates in Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

The dragonmarked houses of Eberron play a central role in this expansion, influencing both the new backgrounds and feats. Breaking from previous limitations, these dragonmark feats are now accessible to characters of any species, representing rare magical manifestations within the setting's lore. The 28 feats previously seen in Unearthed Arcana playtests will appear in their finalized forms.

Eberron: Forge of the Artificer will be available for purchase on August 19 through D&D Beyond and other retailers. This release kicks off an exciting season for Dungeons and Dragons, with the Heroes of the Borderlands Starter Set following in September, an unannounced October release, and the Forgotten Realms Player's Guide arriving in November.