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HEXHOUNDNerd Rage Asylum

Documentation

Learn how to use HexHound, from your first map to running a hexcrawl.

New here? Start with creating a map, then follow the editor guide.

Generate a map from an image

Upload, crop and preview an image, then create a map with generation credits.

Create and manage maps

Create a map, open saved maps, choose a free map, and delete maps.

Use the editor

Navigate the canvas, select tools, and start editing.

Place and paint terrain

Stamp, paint, erase, name geographical features, or reveal terrain.

Draw and edit roads

Draw and reshape roads, connect junctions, and adjust route names.

Draw and edit rivers

Draw, join, fork, resize and split river networks.

Add points of interest

Place, replace, and remove location markers.

Generate terrain

Create an area with rings or a grid and control generation settings.

Crawl with your party

Move the party, follow its position, and explore as you travel.

Keyboard reference

Find shortcuts for mouse editing, Keyboard Edit, and Crawl.

Saving and history

Undo changes, redo actions, and recover interrupted saves.

Themes and appearance

Set map themes, preview appearance, and hand-drawn outlines.

Export a PNG

Frame your map and download an image.

Share a live map

Create a player link, control party visibility, and stop or replace sharing.

Your account

Create an account, recover access, download data, and close your account.

Plans and billing

Subscribe, manage billing, cancel renewal, and understand downgrades.