12 Quest Types Every DM Needs To Know!

Looking for fresh D&D quest ideas or struggling to come up with adventures on the fly? This video breaks down 12 essential quest types that every Dungeon Master should have in their back pocket!

Whether you’re prepping a session, improvising mid-game, or just looking to avoid the same old “go collect these items” routine - these quest archetypes will help you create more dynamic, exciting, and memorable stories for your players.

✨ Perfect for:
• New and experienced DMs looking to up their improv skills
• Player-driven campaigns or sandbox games
• Building custom D&D adventure ideas fast

🔍 What you’ll get:
• A breakdown of 12 core D&D quest types
• Tips on combining quest types for unique story arcs
• Modifiers & complications to make your quests unforgettable

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⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 - 12 Quest Types Overview
01:01 – Fetch Quests
02:48 – Escort Quests
03:56 – Delivery Quests
05:19 – Discovery Quests
06:45 – Investigation Quests
08:48 – Destination Quests
10:31 – Interaction Quests
12:34 – Mastery Quests
14:35 – Kill Quests
16:11 – Survival Quests
18:15 – Protect Quests
20:20 – Destroy Quests
22:00 – Modifiers & Complications