Publisher's blurb: The Total Party Kill, otherwise referred to as TPK, is nothing new to players of Dungeons & Dragons, any edition. This Special Reference Document offers insight to the artful use of a TPK to enhance storytelling and offer enjoyment to Dungeon Masters and Players alike. Rich also shares his opinions about the rules about falling to Zero Hit Points and the artful use of a Total Party Knock Out to replace the traditional TPK. TPKO: The New TPK is for use with the 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons Player's Handbook, Dungeon Master's Guide, and Monster Manual. It is also a GRIMDARK special reference document intended for use with the GRIMDARK system, as well as, the MaCaBre campaign setting.