Mike Bernier
Founder, Head Writer, and Dungeons & Dragons Expert
Mike Bernier is a seasoned Dungeons & Dragons expert, writer, and content creator. He is the founder of Arcane Eye, one of the leading online resources for D&D players and Dungeon Masters, and a lead writer for D&D Beyond, D&D’s official digital toolset.
Want to read more of Mike's work? He's authored over 400 D&D guides on Arcane Eye and over 100 articles on D&D Beyond.
Experience
Mike Bernier has been a leader in the Dungeons & Dragons content space for over seven years. As the founder of Arcane Eye, he has built one of the most trusted resources for players and Dungeon Masters, providing in-depth guides, adventure hooks, and expert-level analysis of the game. His experience extends beyond independent content creation—he has been a lead writer for D&D Beyond for five years, producing articles on rules breakdowns, class optimization, and adventure-building strategies read by millions of fans.
Books Published
Mike is an Adamantine best-selling author on DMs Guild. You can view his full list of published works below:
Find Mike on YouTube
You can also catch Mike discussing all things Dungeons & Dragons on the Arcane Eye YouTube channel. You'll find videos on everything from deep-dive breakdowns of game mechanics to campaign advice and live plays.
Posts by Mike Bernier
The Fathomless Warlock
Drag your enemies down with the Fathomless Warlock, a controller-mage who entangles foes to turn the tide of battle. Read our DnD 5e subclass…
Monday April 29, 2024
Paladin Spells
Unlock the power of divine magic with our comprehensive guide to Paladin spells in Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition. Find spells for smiting foes,…
Friday April 26, 2024
Best Feats for Paladin
Enhance your Paladin's abilities with our comprehensive list of feats for Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition. Discover unique feats to amplify your combat prowess…
Friday April 26, 2024
The Celestial Warlock
Warlocks with a celestial patron are hybrid spellcasters, able to serve as either healers or damage dealers for your party. This Good-leaning subclass offers…
Thursday April 25, 2024
Warlock Spells
Before you sell your soul for some magical capabilities, make sure you check this guide to see which spells will make it worth it!
Friday April 5, 2024
Best Feats for Warlock
Beyond invocations, warlocks can further customize their eldritch powers with feats. Discover the best feat to suit your warlock build in our comprehensive guide.
Thursday April 4, 2024
Inquisitive Rogue
Inquisitive rogues excel at observing everything that is happening around them. These sharp eyed rogues make great detectives, thieves, and brawlers!
Thursday April 4, 2024
Your Ultimate Guide to the Best DnD One-Shots
In the vast sea of one-shots available for DnD 5e, which ones are worth your tables' time? Check out Arcane Eye's top picks for…
Saturday March 23, 2024
Quests from the Infinite Staircase—Release Dates and What to Expect
Delve into the details behind D&D's latest adventure anthology, set to release in 2024.
Monday March 18, 2024