Holiday Gift Guide for TTRPG Fans: Thoughtful Gifts for Every Budget

As the holiday season approaches, it’s the perfect time to pick out gifts that truly resonate with tabletop RPG players. Whether you're shopping for a casual player, a campaign-running DM, or a collector, here are three carefully chosen gift ideas at three budget levels — all designed to elevate the gaming experience. Many come from small artisans or Etsy makers, so you’re supporting indie creators too.

Budget-Level Ideas (Under ~$30)

1. Spell Slot Counters – Laser-Engraved Tracker
   Also from MimicsTreasureShop, these wooden spell slot counters help a caster keep track of spell levels, DCs and attack bonuses for all nine spell levels. Their clean engraved design is both practical and decorative. BONUS: Use code “INNATTHEEND” at checkout for a 10% discount!

2. Whimsical Kitties Vegan Dice Tray

   A charming vegan-leather tray printed with cat motifs — perfect for the player who loves both adorable and functional pieces. This cute gift idea is the handiwork of HiddenEnchantery

3. Life Counter / Stat Tracker Dial
   For tracking hit points, mana, or other stats, the Magnetic Wheel Life Counter from a small Etsy shop, TheTipsyDungeon, provides tactile feedback and a rustic handmade feel.

4. BONUS MENTION: Soft Wool Felt Dice Tray

   From URWizards, this felt-tray is soft, portable, and keeps dice from making too much noise. Excellent value, too!

Mid-Tier Gifts (~$30–$80)

Here are several great mid-tier gifts that combine utility, quality, and beauty — ideal for someone who already has some basics but could use a step up.

1. Padauk Wood Dice Tray

   Crafted by MadDragonWoodcraft, from vibrantly hued African Padauk with a leather or felt liner — a premium tactile experience.

2. MimicsTreasureShop Collapsible Wooden Dice Tower
   From MimicsTreasureShop on Etsy, this handmade wooden dice tower folds flat, is personalized, and comes with felt lining so dice roll smoothly. It’s a charming, functional gift with artisan warmth. As of the time of writing this, the Dice Tower also notes FREE SHIPPING. Should I mention it again? Use “INNATTHEEND” at checkout for a 10% discount!

3. Tiger’s Eye Gemstone Dice Set

   Norse Foundry’s Semi-precious stone dice hand-carved from tiger’s eye. They feel weighty, look magical, and bring real elegance to every roll.

High-End Gifts (~$100+)

When you want to spoil someone (or treat yourself), these premium gifts are showstoppers.

1. Natural Amethyst Polyhedral Dice Set
   This is a full 7-piece dice set carved from real amethyst, that can be purchased from a small shop, LootAndLoreStore. The gemstone gives a luxurious feel, and each die is unique.

2. Spell-Slot + Stat Tracking + Dice Vault Combo
   Combine MimicsTreasureShop items (like their spell slot tracker) with a matching dice vault or wooden box. For instance, their personalized dice tower plus a wooden counter creates a cohesive, high-quality gift pairing. And who doesn’t like pulling out several items from a gift?! Last time I’ll say it (for now), get a 10% discount at checkout using code “INNATTHEEND”!

3. Wooden Card Storage Box (I call it a “treasure chest”)
   Opt for the wooden card storage box from BlackMushroomIT. It can hold over 600 sleeved cards, thanks to its three internal compartments and six wooden dividers. Built with full wood construction—including hinges—and a magnetic closure, this chest-style box blends heirloom-level craftsmanship with practicality. It’s a refined piece for any tabletop player who needs elegant card organization without sacrificing style.

Why the Inn Keeper Thinks These are Great Gift Ideas

Personal & handcrafted: Many items come from individual artisans (like MimicsTreasureShop), meaning they're not mass-manufactured.

Functional enhancements: These gifts don’t just look cool — they improve the actual play experience (track life, organize dice, roll more reliably, etc.).

Long-term value: Premium dice sets and wooden accessories are more than novelty; they become part of someone’s gaming legacy.

Small-shop support: By choosing Etsy creators and indie companies, your gift is supporting creative small businesses.

Things to Remember When Ordering

Order early: Many artisans have longer lead times during the holiday rush. See if there are inventory limits noted on an item (e.g. “Only 9 left!”) and consider swooping in ASAP.

Personalization: Use custom options (names, initials, symbols) for dice towers or spell trackers to make gifts extra meaningful. I usually enjoy playing Druid-type characters and my dice tray features a nature aesthetic (thanks to MimicsTreasureShop).

Bundle smartly: Pair a dice tray with a dice set, or a tracker with a dice tower, for a coordinated gift.

Ask about shipping: Especially with wooden or gemstone goods, check shipping estimates — fragile items may require extra care.

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