David M. Ewalt, in his book "Of Dice and Men", commented that "Even though "Swords and Spells" is numbered 'Supplement V' on its cover, it's really supplement IV that puts the final touches on Dungeons & Dragons. "Gods, Demi-Gods & Heroes" (co-authored by TSR's Rob Kuntz and James M. Ward, a gamer and junior high teacher from Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin) introduces mythology to the game and describes deities in the same manner earlier supplements described men and monsters." Ewalt continues: "At its heart, "Gods, Demi-Gods & Heroes" represents another attempt to exert control over D&D players. Kask's foreword drips with disdain for Dungeon Masters who allow their players to advance to high levels and explains that the supplement aims to correct their misguided actions".