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
A Guide to Official DnD 5e Adventure Modules (2025)
Looking for your next adventure module to run? In this article, we've broken down all of your options of official fifth edition adventures to…
Tuesday April 8, 2025
Check Out Our New Free D&D Tools
Whether you’re a meticulous DM, a loot-hungry adventurer, or just someone who likes having their tools sharpened and at the ready, these free utilities…
Monday March 31, 2025
Runic Dice Product Spotlight: Gemstone Glass and Resin Dice Sets
This week, we’re rolling with style—literally. We got our hands on two absolutely stunning dice sets from Runic Dice, and we're going to take…
Thursday March 27, 2025
Best DND Gaming Tables in 2025
Discover the best D&D gaming tables of 2025—featuring built-in screens, storage, and style to level up your next campaign.
Tuesday March 25, 2025
Heroic Inspiration in D&D 5e (2024)
Discover how Heroic Inspiration in the 2024 Player’s Handbook improves on 2014’s Inspiration with a revamped system, new ways to earn it, and more!
Thursday March 20, 2025
Obojima Hits D&D Beyond’s 3P Library
A New and Whimsical D&D 5e Campaign Setting Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass is landing on D&D Beyond, meaning you can now experience…
Tuesday March 18, 2025
Warlock Guide 5.5e
The Warlock class in D&D 5.5e offers a dastardly blend of pact magic, eldritch invocations, and charismatic social skills. Master your patron’s power, choose…
Monday March 17, 2025
A Guide to the 5e Warlock’s Eldritch Invocations (2024 Rules)
The Warlock’s invocations make them one of the most customizable 5e classes. Optimizing these abilities is paramount to creating a powerfully unique Warlock build.
Monday March 17, 2025
Fey Touched Guide 5e
The Fey are tricky, powerful beings which are reflected in the excellent Fey Touched feat. Not only does this feat allow a free once-a-day…
Saturday March 15, 2025
Everything You Need to Know About Heroes of the Borderlands, D&D’s New Starter Set
D&D’s Most Accessible Starter Set Yet? Wizards of the Coast has unveiled the Heroes of the Borderlands Starter Set, a new introduction to Dungeons…
Thursday March 13, 2025