@monkib0ythis might sound lame but I can’t seem to let my PCs um, die. I don’t wanna crush their fun but I need to keep it real? Help! I actually rarely kill PCs, myself. I like tough choices, tho my players have a thing or striking bargains with demons and Devils.

— Mike Mearls (@mikemearls) April 6, 2016

To me, campaign lethality is a lever that each DM sets as they wish. Don't feel you have to kill PCs. It's you game. https://t.co/bi9zzOPQOF

— Mike Mearls (@mikemearls) April 6, 2016

@monkib0y OTOH, if you're trying to kill them, I'd suggest ambushes, assassins sent by enemies, etc. surprise them, hit them where it hurts.

— Mike Mearls (@mikemearls) April 6, 2016