Dungeons & Dragons (1983–1985)
9/10
Although it's quite underated, this is one of the best cartoon series of the 80s
16 November 2022
Warning: Spoilers
During the 80s, there were two cartoon series I have fond memories of.

The first was "Spiderman and His Amazing Friends" and the second was "Dungeons and Dragons".

The main story centered on six children who take a ride on an enchanted fairground ride, but end up being transported to the realm of Dungeons and Dragons. The good thing about this TV series is that you don't have to be a fan of the board game and to be honest, the board game doesn't interest me at all.

To help them in there adventures and quests in the realm is Dungeon Master, who most of the time speaks to them in Riddles. (except in the episode "The Dragons Graveyard", because the children have lost their patience being in the realm)

Then you have Venger, who according to Dungeon Master is the force of evil, but there is a very interesting twist in the fan made episode called "Requiem". You can see it on YouTube and it's worth watching.

Then you have Tiamat, who is Venger's arch rival. However the children and Venger do there best to stay out of her way, because she is very dangerous and very bad tempered, as seen in "The Dragons Graveyard". However having said that, she is the only dragon that prevents Venger having full mastery of the realm.

As for the children, you have Hank the Ranger, who has a magical bow.

Diana the Acrobat, who has a magical pole.

Eric the Cavalier, who has a magical shield.

Shelia the Thief, who has a special cape that makes her invisible.

Bobby the Barbarian, who has a magic club (he also happens to be Shelia's little brother).

Presto the Magician, who has a magical hat.

You also have a baby unicorn called Uni. She is like a pet to Bobby.

Even if you didn't grow up in the 80s, I think you will love the animation and the stories of this series and I strongly recommend that you take the time to watch this series (even on YouTube). It was brilliant then and it's still brilliant now.
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