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
Check out our Feywild articles on D&D Beyond!
Want to learn more about the Feywild? Our series on D&D Beyond will teach you all about the magical and wondorous Plane of Faeries.
Monday June 21, 2021
Horizon Walker Ranger
In this post, we will be examining the Horizon Walker’s class features and how you can optimize your Horizon Walker through choosing your race,…
Tuesday June 1, 2021
Battle Master Fighter
In this post, we will be examining the Battle Master’s class features and how you can optimize your Battle Master through choosing your race,…
Monday May 24, 2021
New Adventure: Heroes of Karatheon
Fight for glory in our newest Greek mythology-inspired adventure for the 5e system.
Friday May 14, 2021
Exhaustion in D&D 5e
Exhaustion in D&D 5e is a tiered condition that represents the effects of fatigue creatures experience when exposed to physical exertion, lack of sleep,…
Monday May 10, 2021
Vortex Warp Guide 5e
You magically twist space around another creature you can see within range. The target must succeed on a Constitution saving throw (the target can…
Tuesday April 20, 2021
Gloom Stalker Ranger
In this post, we will be examining the Gloom Stalker’s class features and how you can optimize your Gloom Stalker through choosing your race,…
Sunday April 4, 2021
How To Run D&D For Kids
This article was sponsored by Art Camp 504! Art Camp 504 is a virtual program providing children an opportunity to learn, create, and socialize…
Thursday March 25, 2021
Product Spotlight: WildBot3D
We reviewed 3D-printed condition rings and initiative trackers sent to us by WildBot3D!
Tuesday March 16, 2021
Conditions 5e
Conditions apply passive effects to your characters in D&D games. While they're mostly bad, some can actually be beneficial! Let's dive into what conditions…
Thursday March 11, 2021