Free for your players. Built for the DM who runs the world.
The definitive toolkit for Dungeon Masters who weave intricate, D&D 5e campaigns. Manage lore, encounters, NPCs and world state without breaking immersion.
Monitor threat levels, intricate plots and minion networks. Never lose track of your antagonist's next move in the shadows.
Changes to your grimoire reflect instantly across your devices. Keep the session flowing without frantic note-checking.
Index and cross-reference spells and arcane lore during rapid combat. Search that feels like wielding true magic.
Track PC stats, conditions and passive perception at a glance.
Fluid combat sequencing with automated turn reminders.
Generate atmospheric summaries from your session notes instantly.
Manage time-tracking, travel and custom world events.
Balance CR ratings and spawn minions on the fly.
Map out loyalties, secrets and interconnected relationships.
VTTs handle maps. Campaign tools handle lore. Nobody built both in one mobile-friendly app — until now.
| Feature | Roll20 / Foundry | World Anvil | D&D Beyond | Nemesis Codex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combat & initiative tracker | Yes | No | Partial | Yes |
| Campaign & NPC management | Partial | Yes | No | Yes |
| Built for physical tables | No | No | No | Yes |
| Free player character sheets | Partial | No | Paid content | Yes — Always free |
| Villain progression system | No | No | No | Yes |
| Custom world calendar | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Session recaps | No | Partial | No | Yes |
| Lifetime one-time option | Foundry $50 | No | No | Yes — $150 |
| Mobile-friendly DM interface | No | Partial | Partial | Yes |
Free for your players. Built for the Dungeon Master who runs the world.
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Enter the CodexNever. Players get free access on their phones to their own character sheet, inventory, spells and notes. Only the Dungeon Master running the world needs a plan.
Yes. The monthly and yearly plans cancel whenever you like from your account, and you keep full access through the end of the period you’ve paid for.
One payment and Nemesis Codex is yours for good, with every future update included and no recurring charge ever.
Your campaigns are never deleted. Your data stays safe in the cloud, and you can pick a plan back up anytime to keep editing right where you left off.