Hello and welcome to Role, Play, Chat! A biweekly forum where Chris and Mat sit down and chat about Role-Playing Games, like Dungeons & Dragons! Through discussions we probe different aspects of being a Game Master, Dungeon Master or a Player, asking ourselves the same questions you might be ponder…
Curse of Strahd, Castle Ravenloft and the Domains of Darkness are beloved parts of our shared TTRPG and DnD hobby. Join Delilah S. Dawson (the author of the newly released D&D novel: Raveloft, Heir of Strahd) and I as we discuss all things Ravenloft in this episode of Role Play Chat.If you'd like to learn more about Delilah's books you can check those out here: https://www.whimsydark.com/and if you'd like to order her book: Ravenloft, Heir of Strahd, you can do so here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/721855/dungeons-and-dragons-ravenloft-heir-of-strahd-by-delilah-s-dawson/-Mat~ Affiliate Links & Support ~early episodes and other perks: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop:https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chatTabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players.————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/role_play_chatBluesky: @role_play_chatInstagram & Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.campEmail: contactroleplaychat@gmail.comPodcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat)Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard. -—————
Gaming cons can sometimes be a little intimidating but they are without a doubt the pinnacle of tabletop gaming, or at least they are to me! Listen in as Alex (friend of the show) and I have a look back down memory lane as we discuss everything we did at PAXu 2024 and share advice for folks who might be new to attending tabletop (or any) cons!Happy gaming & much love-Mat ~ Affiliate Links & Support ~early episodes and other perks: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop:https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chatTabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players.————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/role_play_chatBluesky: @role_play_chatInstagram & Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.campEmail: contactroleplaychat@gmail.comPodcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat)Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard. -————— Other stuff we talked about:
You need a GM for a tabletop roleplaying game... right? Wrong! Some wonderful games exist without a game master. Join Jordan of Goosepoop games and I as we chat all about GMless games from how to play them to how to design them!If you want to hear more of Jordan's insights you should check his website here: https://goosepoopgames.square.site/Happy gaming & much love-Mat ~ Affiliate Links & Support ~early episodes and other perks: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop:https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chatTabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players.————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/role_play_chatBluesky: @role_play_chatInstagram & Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.campEmail: contactroleplaychat@gmail.comPodcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat)Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard. -————— Other stuff we talked about:- Microscope - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/91183/microscope?keyword=microscope&affiliate_id=3513284- Quiet Year - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/110152/the-quiet-year?affiliate_id=3513284- Goblin Quest - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/147492/goblin-quest?affiliate_id=3513284- Alice is Missing - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/321387/alice-is-missing-a-silent-roleplaying-game?affiliate_id=3513284- Yazeba's Bed & Breakfast - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/479604/yazeba-s-bed-breakfast?affiliate_id=3513284- Fiasco - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/335287/fiasco?affiliate_id=3513284- Ironsworn - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/238369/ironsworn?affiliate_id=3513284- Warped FM - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/goosepoopgames/warped-fm
NPCs are the lifeblood of any setting. These denizens shape the world your players experience. Sometimes we make them up on the spot, other times we give them complex motivations and roles to play in the intrigue of our campaigns. Join me and Kurt from Sidekicks and Sidequests as we chat about NPC creation, roleplay and go over some internet strategies for making NPCs more engaging at your table. If you want to hear more of Kurt's insights you should check his website here: https://sidekicksandsidequests.com/ Happy gaming & much love -Mat ~ Affiliate Links & Support ~ Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop:https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat Tabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: https://linktr.ee/role_play_chat X: @role_play_chat Instagram & Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard. -————— Other stuff we talked about: Nothing I can think of! Let me know if I've forgotten anything!
Puzzles can be hit or miss - join me and Ryan Imel DM as we chat about strategy to make the most out of puzzles in your game. If you want to hear more of Ryan's insights you should check his webiste here: https://ryanimeldm.com/ or his youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@ryanimeldm This week's indie showcase game was Unclassified! and Delivered! You can buy them here: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/474371/classified-a-solo-journaling-rpg Happy gaming & much love -Mat ~ Affiliate Links & Support ~ Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop:https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat Tabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: https://linktr.ee/role_play_chat X: @role_play_chat Instagram & Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard. -————— Other stuff we talked about: Nothing I can think of! Let me know if I've forgotten anything!
Everyone loves a good scare! Join me and Gnome Anne in this Halloween special where we chat about everything horror in tabletop roleplaying. If you want to hear more of Anne's insights you should check their content here: https://linktr.ee/annethegnome or what their content on youtube here https://www.youtube.com/@Gnome_Anne This week's indie showcase game was Plante Girl Game. You can buy it here: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/491879/plant-girl-game?affiliate_id=3513284 Happy gaming & much love -Mat ~ Affiliate Links & Support ~ Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop:https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat Tabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: https://linktr.ee/role_play_chat X: @role_play_chat Instagram & Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard. -————— Other stuff we talked about: Call of Cthulhu : https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/167631/call-of-cthulhu-investigator-handbook-7th-edition?affiliate_id=3513284 Under the Autumn Strangely: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/463011/under-the-autumn-strangely?affiliate_id=3513284 Alien RPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/293976/alien-rpg-core-rulebook?src=hottest_filtered?affiliate_id=3513284 Kids on Bikes: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/231938/kids-on-bikes-core-rulebook?affiliate_id=3513284 Mothership: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/484476/mothership-core-set-bundle?src=newest_recent?affiliate_id=3513284
Creating and using sounds, music and ambient noise in a game really can elevate the immersion and emotion, but finding the right track isn't always that easy. Join Aiden, AKA the Dungeon Maestro, and I as we cover everything you need to know about being music in tabletop gaming. Including: - The process of making music for TTRPGs, - The difference between music and ambient noise, - How to best utilize music in your game, and much more! If you want to hear more of Aiden you should check his content here: https://linktr.ee/dungeonmaestro or https://www.aidenchanmusic.com/ Happy gaming & much love -Mat ~ Affiliate Links & Support ~ Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop:https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat Tabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: https://linktr.ee/role_play_chat X: @role_play_chat Instagram & Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard.
Mega Dungeons scare me a little, so I've invited an expert to join me to talk all about them. Join Ryan from Red Quills and I as we chat all about mega dungeons: - How to build them, - Adding narrative and factions, - Running mega dungeons, and more! If you want to hear more of Ryan you should check his content here: https://www.youtube.com/@UCzHGOQmyOUXwxB-iA0DFlTA If you would like to purchase the indie showcase Delver you can do so here: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/454188/delver-dungeon-exploration-loot-violent-encounters-roleplaying?affiliate_id=3513284 Other things we talked about in today's episode include: Pirate Borg:https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/441728/pirate-borg-core-book?affiliate_id=3513284 Pirate Borg Down Among The Dead Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/limithron/downamongthedead Happy gaming & much love -Mat ~ Affiliate Links & Support ~ Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop:https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat Tabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players.
I've never been too fond of the death save rules as written in DnD5e. Join me and Diana to chat about: -Our experience using death saves, -How other TTRPGs handle death rules, -alterations to the rules you should consider to spice up death saves in you games, and more! If you want to hear more of Diana you should check her content here: https://linktr.ee/dianaoftherose If you would like to purchase the indie showcase Galatea you can do so here: https://mirror-lock.itch.io/galatea Other things we talked about in today's episode include: Dread TTRPG which you can buy here Tales from the Loop TTRPG which you can buy here Happy gaming & much love -Mat ~ Affiliate Links & Support ~ Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop:https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat Tabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: https://linktr.ee/role_play_chat X: @role_play_chat Instagram & Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard.
Sexism has unfortunately been baked into the history of tabletop roleplaying games. Join Lyssa and Shardae (of the Slovenly Trulls podcast) as we discuss: - How sexism has and continues to present itself in the source material of DnD & other TTRPGs - How sexism might present itself at your table - Tools and strategies you can implement in your gaming practice to tackle your unconscious bias. - Why there seems to be more drama in the space, If you want to hear more of Lyssa and Shardea's thoughts you should check out their show: https://www.slovenlytrulls.com/about-us Happy gaming & much love -Mat ~ Affiliate Links & Support ~ Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop:https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat Adventure Dice: Use code roleplaychat for 10% off (http://www.adventuredice.ca/) Tabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: https://linktr.ee/role_play_chat X: @role_play_chat Instagram & Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard. -————— Other things we talked in this episode: a good list of safety tools can be found here
I feel like lately there has been SO much TTRPG news. Join me and Lin of Rascal News to chat about: - Why there seems to be more drama in the space, - What it was like to break the news about the DnD OGL, - How to stay informed about TTRPG news, and more If you want to stay updated on all of Lin's work you can do so here: https://x.com/lincodega, https://www.rascal.news/ The Indie Showcase this week is: I want to save the world but I'm just a level 1 skeleton. Buy it here: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/473404/i-want-to-save-the-world-but-i-m-just-a-level-1-skeleton?affiliate_id=3513284 Happy gaming & much love -Mat ~ Affiliate Links & Support ~ Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop:https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat Adventure Dice: Use code roleplaychat for 10% off (http://www.adventuredice.ca/) Tabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: https://linktr.ee/role_play_chat X: @role_play_chat Instagram & Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard. -————— Other things we talked in this episode: Nothing I can think of, if I've forgotten something let me know and I will add it.
What makes a good story? Let's talk about narrative in writing and in pen and paper games. Join Jaleigh, a fantasy writer with a dozen D&D books to her name, and I as we chat about storytelling. We cover: - The elements that Jaleigh considers critical to storytelling,- Her new book and it's inspiration, - Advice and tools for better narratives, and more.Indie Showcase: A Tomb of Twins Buy it here: https://legacy.drivethrurpg.com/product/442656/A-Tomb-of-Twins&affiliate_id=3513284 If you want to stay updated on all of Jaleigh's work you can do so here: https://www.jaleighjohnson.com/index.htmlHappy gaming & much loveMatAffiliate Links & Support: Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop:https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat Adventure Dice: Use code roleplaychat for 10% off (http://www.adventuredice.ca/) Tabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: https://linktr.ee/role_play_chat X: @role_play_chat Instagram + Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard. -————— Other things we talked in this episode: Nothing I can think of, if I've forgotten something let me know and I will add it.
Let's learn about why you should use VTTs when playing D&D or other TTRPGs. I've never really been sold on them to be honest, but my chat with Jonny has tilted me in their favour. Join us as we discuss: - The benefits of VTTs - The kinds of playstyle VTTS encourage - Some Roll20 features you need to know Indie Showcase: Bug Dish by the One True Ryan Khan Buy it here: https://the-one-true-ryan-khan.itch.io/bugdish If you want to stay updated on all of Jonny's work, you can do so here: https://linktr.ee/talkingxp Happy gaming & much love Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Support: Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop:https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat Adventure Dice: Use code roleplaychat for 10% off (http://www.adventuredice.ca/) Tabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: https://linktr.ee/role_play_chat X: @role_play_chat Instagram + Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard. -————— Other things we talked in this episode: Tom Cartos' free & paid maps: https://www.patreon.com/posts/54516413 Domile's Wounderous Works free & paid battlemaps: https://www.patreon.com/dww
Let's learn about Ten Candles from it's creator: Stephen Dewey. Join us as we discuss this atmospheric and tragic horror game. We talk about: - the system and Stephen's inspiration for it, - some of game mechanics, - What you'll need to play, and more! Resource Review: The field guide to Floral Dragons. Back it here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hitpointpress/the-field-guide-to-floral-dragons?ref=akxjrx If you want to stay updated on all of Stephen's work, you can do so here: https://www.patreon.com/stephendewey https://cavalrygames.com/ http://twitter.com/shiftyginger https://www.twitch.tv/stephendewey https://www.youtube.com/shiftyginger Happy gaming & much love Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Support: Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop:https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat Adventure Dice: Use code roleplaychat for 10% off (http://www.adventuredice.ca/) Tabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: https://linktr.ee/role_play_chat X: @role_play_chat Instagram + Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard. -————— Other things we talked in this episode: Lines and Veils checklist: https://www.reddit.com/r/DungeonsAndDragons/comments/tfxc30/this_is_the_rpg_consent_checklist_i_get_my/ city builder resource: https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/287509/Town-and-City-Builder?affiliate_id=1913007
Let's talk about Player Driven Worldbuilding! Join Rio from The Tabletopped podcast as we chat about: - Letting other people run our settings, - Using one-shots for inspiration, - Canon vs non-canonical input, and more! I encourage you to check out the Rio here: https://www.instagram.com/korrenor/ Happy gaming & much love Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Support: Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop:https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat Adventure Dice: Use code roleplaychat for 10% off (http://www.adventuredice.ca/) Tabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat X: @role_play_chat Instagram + Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard. -————— Other things we talked in this episode: Nothing that I can think of, but let me know if I've forgotten something!
Let's talk about GM Mistakes! Join Willow from The RPG Goblin as we chat about: - Our personal GMing mistakes, - How to grow as a GM thanks to mistakes, - Player mistakes, and more! I encourage you to check out the RPG Goblin here:https://therpggoblin.buzzsprout.com/ Happy gaming & much love Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Support: Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop:https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat Adventure Dice: Use code roleplaychat for 10% off (http://www.adventuredice.ca/) Tabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat X: @role_play_chat Instagram + Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard. -————— Other things we talked in this episode: Nothing that I can think of, but let me know if I've forgotten something!
SEASON 5!!! YAY Join Cate "CatieOSaurus" Osborn, a certified ADHD educator, mental health advocate and TTRPG creator, and I as we talk about the intersection of ADHD, Neurodivergence and tabletop roleplaying games. We cover: - Cate's experience playing and GMing with ADHD - Things for GMs to consider when running games with ADHD players, - Some advice for ADHD & Neurodivergent players looking to GM. - & more! I encourage you to check out Cate on socials and here:https://catieosaurus.com/ Happy gaming & much love Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Support: Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop: https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat Adventure Dice: Use code roleplaychat for 10% off (http://www.adventuredice.ca/) Tabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat X: @role_play_chat Instagram + Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard. -————— Other things we talked in this episode: Nothing that I can think of, but let me know if I've forgotten something!
Just a short announcement Much love and Happy New Year. -Mat
Diversity breeds creativity and helps us tell better stories! Changing the people we play with, the systems we use or our approach to the themes and styles we embrace during play can sometimes be hard but giving it a try helps expand your perspectives. Join Ada and Stefan, the founders of WafflesMapleSyrup as we talk about diversifying your play. I encourage you to check out WafflesMapleSyrup (@WafflesMaple on X) or their linktree website here:https://wafflesmaplesyrup.com/ Happy gaming & much love Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Support: Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop: https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat Adventure Dice: Use code roleplaychat for 10% off (http://www.adventuredice.ca/) Tabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat X: @role_play_chat Instagram + Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard. -————— Other things we talked in this episode: Nothing that I can think of, but let me know if I've forgotten something!
Want to improve your roleplay? Getting into character and into strong emotions can be tricky. Join Adam Slemon, of the Dungeon Run amoung many other things as we talk about some advanced roleplay advice. We dissect: How to act out big and heavy emotions (like love and anger), how best to manage spotlight between members of the table, how to practice character voices and much much more! I encourage you to check out Adam (@urjester on instagram) and his website here: https://www.adamslemon.com/ Happy gaming & much love Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Support: Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop: https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat Adventure Dice: Use code roleplaychat for 10% off (http://www.adventuredice.ca/) Tabletop Giant: tabletopgiant.ca/ROLE_PLAY_CHAT ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram + Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard. -————— Other things we talked in this episode: Nothing that I can think of, but let me know if I've forgotten something!
Want to learn a new tabletop system? Let's give Cypher a try! This week I'm joined by Sean K. Reynolds of Monte Cook Games, one of the creators and designers of the Cypher System. We dissect: What Cypher is, how the core mechanics work and some of the story being the design choices. I encourage you to check out Sean (@seankreynolds) on socials and his patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/seankreynolds/about. You can also stay up to date and join the Cypher discord community here: https://discord.com/invite/TZwJxXg Or check out resources (including the free rules preview) for the game here: https://www.montecookgames.com/store/product/cypher-system-rulebook-2/ Happy gaming & much love Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Support: Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop: https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram + Threads: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard. -————— Other things we talked in this episode: PROMO - Tabletop Town: https://www.tabletop.town/roleplaychat
In this episode, I'm joined by the wonderful Maria, aka HappyCapster, to talk about becoming a GM. We dissect: -What systems think are best for new GMs -How to pick your party of players, -How to solicite and incorporate feedback, and more! Check out Maria's content on socials: @HappyCapster or their publishing company: https://www.goblinsocietygames.com/ -————— Affiliate Links & Support: Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop: https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram: @role_play_chat Threads:@role_play_chat Blue Sky: roleplaychat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard
In this week's episode, I'm joined by the wonderful Rachel from Rae'chel Does Wonders. We dissect: -The benefits of using crafted terrain in your games, -How to create make your own terrain, -How to best use the terrain during your home games, and more! You should also check out her youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@raecheldoes or follow her on socials. -Insta/Threads: @raecheldoes Happy gaming & much love Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Support: Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop: https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard
In this week's episode, I'm joined by the wonderful Anto from Icarus Games to talk about Pantheons. We dissect:-How to create your own Pantheon,-How to adapt existing pantheons for your home games,- How to bring them to life at the table in an eganging way, and more! You should also check out Anto's youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IcarusGames or follow him on socials. -Twitter: @IcarusGamesUK -Insta/Threads: @icarusgames Happy gaming & much love Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Support: Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop: https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard
Want to learn a new tabletop system? In this inagural System Spotlight, we will cover the Shift Tabletop RPG system. This week I'm joined by Graeme and Jordan, the creators and designers of Shift TTRPG. We dissect: What Shift is, how to play, some of the design choices and delve into some of the mechanics. I encourage you to check out Graeme (@blurrypixels) on socials and Jordan (@MadeofCartoons). You can also stay up to date on the development of SHIFT over on their discord server: https://discord.gg/WhRTzDyBW3 You can also access the free quickstart rulebook here: https://hitpointpress.com/shiftrpg/ Happy gaming & much love Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Support: Extended Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/RolePlayChat My Terrain Etsy Shop: https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard
This week I'm joined by Homie and the Dude, friends of the show, to talk about running sky based games in your TTRPGs! We dissect: How to run them, what impacts the sky has on characters, roleplay, combat and of course their amazing DnD 5th edition supplement: Sky Zephyrs coming soon to kickstarter. If you want to check out the Kickstarter you can subscribe to be notified about it here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/homieandthedude/sky-zephyrs-5e Or when the kickstarter launches, I'll have an affiliate link for you! You can also check out Homie and the Dude on their socials @HOMIEandTheDUDE on twitter or instagram or their website: https://homieandthedude.com/ Happy gaming & much love Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Such: My Terrain Etsy Shop: https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard
This week I'm joined by Nick Perron from Tabletopped to talk about running episodic adventures in TTRPGs! We dissect: How to run them, common pitfalls and share tools and advice on having success with this format. If you liked Nick's wisdom you should totally check out his socials @TheNickPerron on twitter or check out his podcast tabletopped here: https://tabletoppedpod.com/ Happy gaming & much love Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Such: My Terrain Etsy Shop: https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard
This week I'm joined by Farrah Sarpkaya to talk metagaming in TTRPGs! I find often times metagaming has a negative conotation associated to it, and I'm hoping this conversation can shed some light on the positive aspects of metagaming. If you liked Farrah's wisdom you should totally check out her socials @FarrahKaya on twitter or check out her website: https://www.sarpkaya.ca/ Happy gaming & much love Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Such: My Terrain Etsy Shop: https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard
This week I'm joined by Makenzie De Armas to talk designing monsters! Every game, every system has monsters (in some sense) and they play a critical component to telling stories. So how do the pros do it? How can we build fun monsters for folks to run, players to fight against and designers to build! We go over: - Some "broken" monster stories and how to balance them; - Monster statblock design principles, - A peak behind the curtain on how monster's are designed at the wizard's tower, and - Advice for adapting content from other sources into a monster. If you liked Makenzie's wisdom you should totally check out her socials @MakenzieLaneDA or check out her website: https://www.makenzielaneda.com/ Happy gaming & much love Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Such: My Terrain Etsy Shop: https://dungeonterraindepot.etsy.com/ DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat, on socials? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex & Chase over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard
Telling stories is a critical part of our history. In ancient times those stories took on many shapes, often in the shape of myths and legends. These ancient tales can be a wonderful source of inspiration for our pen and paper adventures! Join Daniel Kwan, who you may know from his podcast Asians Represent! and I as we talk about myths and tales of old in our games. We go over: - Some stories and myths on our mind, - Encorporating myths into your game, - Tools you need to ensure you are picking appropriate tales and myths to adapt for your table, and - Advice from Daniel to help avoid stereotypes when running Chinese inspired content (or any content!) If you liked Daniel's wisdom you should totally chech out his website: https://danielhkwan.carrd.co/, or buy his games on DriveThruRPG (affiliate link below) or itch.io [look for Daniel Kwan] or follow him on socials: @DanielHKwan Happy gaming & much love Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Such: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to find me, Mat on socials? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. Look it up in your app store! Thanks Pocket Bard
Nothing sets the mood (to play TTRPGs) quite like music. Be it a soft melody or an epic battle hymn, music and ambient noises really help transport players into the game world. Join Alex and Chase from Pocket Bard as we talk about using music and ambience in our games. We go over: - The use of silence in games, - How to suprise players with sound, - How to ensure your music isn't distracting your table, - Tools and tricks for using Pocket Bard, and much more! If you'd like to download Pocket Bard, you totally should! Check it out here: https://www.pocketbard.app/ or join the discord community here: https://discord.com/invite/wVV4mhMc6c You can also follow Pocket Bard on all socials: @pocket_bard happy gaming, much love Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Such: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. ————— Where to you find the show? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: The music from this episode was composed by Alex over at Pocket Bard, the best ttrpg music and sound companion app. -————— Other things I talked in this episode: Nothing?
Improvisation is part of EVERY pen and paper rpg. Be it an a oneshot in a rule light system or an ongoing adventure with you friends, you will always find yourself in a position where you will need to improvise something out of nowhere. In this episode I am joined by Sam Comerford to talk about running fully (or mostly) improvised games. We go over: - The rules of improv comedy and how they apply to TTRPGs, - How to get into the right headspace for improvisation, - The differences between one-shot and ongoing games, - Tools and tricks, and much more! If you'd like to know more about Sam and his work, I encourage you to check him out on Twitter: @RRollplaying or check out his twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/spontaniumshow/about happy gaming, much love Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Such: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. Where to you find the show? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ -————— Other things I talked in this episode: @TTRPGrisingtide - a community of creatives in the TTRPG space for creatives in the TTRPG space Article about making handouts: https://shadomain.com/why-you-should-make-handouts/ How to guide for making wax sealed letters: https://shadomain.com/how-to-make-a-faux-wax-sealed-letter/
Creating a TTRPG character is a critical part of playing any pen and paper tabletop game. What can you during y our creation process to plant the corrects seeds for roleplay? In this episode I am joined by Blake Francis to talk about creating Player Characters (and NPCs) that are ripe for roleplay. If you'd like to know more about Blake and his work, I encourage you to check him out on Twitter: @BlakeCFrancis Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Such: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions are filled with stories, advice, insights and hopefully will serve as inspiration for fellow Game Masters and Players. Where to you find the show? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram: @role_play_chat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ -————— Other things I talked in this episode: @TTRPGrisingtide - a community of creatives in the TTRPG space for creatives in the TTRPG space Article about making handouts: https://shadomain.com/why-you-should-make-handouts/ How to guide for making wax sealed letters: https://shadomain.com/how-to-make-a-faux-wax-sealed-letter/
Most people who play tabletop roleplaying games use maps to some degree, but incorporating them into your game isn't as easy as it sounds! In this episode I am joined by Eric from Maps 'N' Quests to talk everything maps. We discuss how Eric makes maps, how game masters might consider using maps, the difference between a dungeon maps and an overworld maps, and much much more. If you'd like to know more about Eric and his wonderful maps, I encourage you to check him out on Twitter: @N_Quest or his patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Maps_N_Quests. Mat -————— Affiliate Links & Such: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where your host Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions will serve as inspiration and advice for fellow Game Masters and Players. Where to you find the show? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram: @role_play_chat Hive: @roleplaychat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ -————— Other things I talked about this episode:
Come join me as I celebrate the 100th episode of Role Play Chat. In this episode I am joined by Joe from The Oneshot Mill to go over the pros and cons of running one-shot adventures in your TTRPG & stick around for the end of the episode to listen to some words of wisdom from previous guests of the show as we look back on the first 99 episodes of the podcast and cheers to the next 100. If you'd like to know more about Joe and The Oneshot Mill, I encourage you to check him out on Twitter: @theoneshotmill for updates about upcoming one-shot adventures. Mat -————— Affiliate Links: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where your host Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions will serve as inspiration and advice for fellow Game Masters and Players. Where to you find the show? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram: @role_play_chat Hive: @roleplaychat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ -————— Other things I talked about this episode:
As promised here's a quick episode of me talking about my time at PAX Unplugged. Also, Season 4 of the show starts on Feb 1st! See you then. Enjoy! Mat -————— Affiliate Links: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat 1985 Games: https://1985games.com/role_play_chat OR use the code ROLE_PLAY_CHAT at checkout. ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where your host Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions will serve as inspiration and advice for fellow Game Masters and Players. Where to you find the show? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram: @role_play_chat Hive: @roleplaychat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ -————— Other things I talked about this episode:
Running a game has it's perks and pitfalls, but what would happen if you ran a ttrpg with a second Game Master? Join me and the one and only Ron Ogden (who you may know from the Dungeon Run, among other things) as we explore what kind of things are involved when we consider running a roleplaying game with another person sharing the responsibilities behind the GM screen. We cover how to get started, benefits and challenges and much much more. If you liked Ron's insights (who am I kidding, of course you did) you can find the links to all his socials and projects on his linktree at https://linktr.ee/therealrogden. Enjoy! Mat -————— Affiliate Links: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where your host Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions will serve as inspiration and advice for fellow Game Masters and Players. Where to you find the show? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram: @role_play_chat Hive: @roleplaychat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ -————— Other things I talked about this episode: VOD to Jesthehumain's charity stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZubgahr314 Donation link for ACLU: https://tiltify.com/@jesthehuman/aclu-december-charity-stream
What kind of things can GMs and players do ahead of session zero to prepare for the game? What kind of play can we explore to help people understand their Player Characters before they commit to them in a long campaign? Join me and Tom from the Modern Myth Youtube channel, where we explore an interesting approach that Tom has developped for pre-zero games to answer some of these questions and more. If you liked Tom's insights (who am I kidding, of course you did) you can find him on twitter at @MondernMyth and you can find his youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@ModernMyth You should also take a look at our discussion about world building on the Modern Myth youtube channel right here: https://youtu.be/6kH2UmuTlz8 Enjoy! Mat -————— Affiliate Links: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where your host Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions will serve as inspiration and advice for fellow Game Masters and Players. Where to you find the show? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instagram: @role_play_chat Hive: @roleplaychat Mastodon: @role_play_chat@dice.camp Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ -—————
Character death is without a doubt the biggest consequence a player can be subjected to in this hobby. Working out when and how a character dies though is not something everyone agrees on. Should the dice dictate or should a player have a say? In today's episode I try something new. Join Shannon and Sean from Paradice Productions as we talk about a GMing philosophy Sean has developped. One of the elements of this ideology is that a player character should only die if their player is ready for them to die. Join the three of us as we dissect this philosophy and what impacts it may have on a game. If you liked Shannon & Sean's insights (who am I kidding, of course you did) you can find them on twitter at @sroby25 (https://linktr.ee/shannonroby) & @odo_sean (https://linktr.ee/odo_sean) respectively. Enjoy! Mat -————— Affiliate Links: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where your host Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions will serve as inspiration and advice for fellow Game Masters and Players. Where to you find the show? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Very few communities have as many inspirational, kind and talented members as the TTRPG space! From famous actors and actresses, to your friendly neighborhood Game Master, everyone brings something to the table. Join me and Shelly & Greg, the hosts of Dragon Talk, as we discuss everything about finding inspiration for your games, adapting your content, learning from our comunties and more. If you liked Greg & Shelly's insights (who am I kidding, of course you did) you can find them on twitter at @Gregtito and @Shellymoo respectively. You can also hear them on their podccast Dragon talk (https://dnd.wizards.com/podcasts/dragon-talk) or you can take a look and pre-order their book Welcome to Dragon Talk (https://uipress.uiowa.edu/books/welcome-dragon-talk) Enjoy! Mat -————— Affiliate Links: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where your host Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions will serve as inspiration and advice for fellow Game Masters and Players. Where to you find the show? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ -—————
What makes a good mystery in a TTRPG? Should players alter their play style? Should GMs prepare or run games differently then they normally do? Listen in on this week's episode of Role Play Chat as Jes and I discuss everything about playing, runing and writting mysteries in tabletop RPGs. If you liked Jes' insights (who am I kidding, of course you did) you can find them on twitter at @Jesthehuman. You can also take a look at Jes' games here: https://www.dmsguild.com/browse.php?author=Jes%20Wade&affiliate_id=3513284. If you want to catch their performance on the Fang Gang Podcast you can check them out @FangGangPod. If you'd like to check out their streaming: https://www.twitch.tv/jesthehuman. Lastly you can also find their other work on https://jesthehuman.carrd.co/ Enjoy! Mat -————— Affiliate Links: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where your host Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions will serve as inspiration and advice for fellow Game Masters and Players. Where to you find the show? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ -————— Other things I talked about in today's episode include: - UO publishing's Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/undergroundoracle/under-the-harvest-moons-horror-options-for-5th-edition?ref=discovery&term=underground%20oracle -Sherlock Board Game: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/2511/sherlock-holmes-consulting-detective-thames-murder
Combat is a critical pillar of most tabletop roleplaying games. This is especially true in games like Dungeons and Dragons, where characters are built with combat powers and skills! It's easy to fall into a habit of looking at combat as a purely mechanical part of the game but there are so many interesting opportunities for the narrative of the game and for the characters personalities to shine through. Join us this week as Tom and Bodhi from Homie & the Dude talk to me about how to add energy and spark to combat. We also cover how those strategies translate into vehicular combat (like boats and airships). If you liked Tom and Bodhi's insights (who am I kidding, of course you did) you can find them on twitter at @HOMIEandTheDUDE. You can also take a look at their website for more details about their content: https://homieandthedude.com/ Enjoy! Mat -————— Affiliate Links: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where your host Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions will serve as inspiration and advice for fellow Game Masters and Players. Where to you find the show? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Instragram: @role_play_chat Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Currencies might be more than you think! While we often think of money as a currency in a game, things like items, spells, even HP can be considered currency and the way we incorporatre them into our ttrpgs will have a big impact on the tone, style and play of a system and a game session. Today i am joined be Richard, a seasoned game designer to talk about currency in games. If you liked Richard's insights (who am I kidding, of course you did) you can find him on twitter at @SprintingOwl. You can also take a look at Richard's games here: https://kumada1.itch.io/ or look for Richard Kelly at drivethroughRPG (use the affiliate link below!) Enjoy! Mat -————— Affiliate Links: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat ————— Giveaway Link: https://twitter.com/Role_Play_Chat/status/1559219617012355078?s=20&t=7ZqflB7X_AvLZWJcmAfpZQ ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where your host Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions will serve as inspiration and advice for fellow Game Masters and Players. Where to you find the show? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Today is the day! Here is the audio from the "What is Roleplay Anyway?" charity panel. Join me & five amazing panelists as we talk about what roleplay is to us, how we do it, and share stories. This is the audio from the panel that aired live on the Scry Society's twitch channel on August 26th. I've done my best to edit out some of the preable and the midroll brake, etc. Hope you enjoy this longer episode in a different format. If you want to follow the amazing guests who were involved in the panel you can do so here: - Shannon: @sroby25 -Shelby: @shelfyre -Emil: @DoubleDMpod -Jacob: @DuvalKingJacob -Ksandra: @ksandra_br -Nick: @ScrySociety Enjoy! Mat -————— Affiliate Links: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat ————— Link for Charity Raffle: https://donate.tiltify.com/+scry-society/scry-society-role-play-chat-charity-panel-for-nnaf Closes Friday September 2nd 2022 ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where your host Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions will serve as inspiration and advice for fellow Game Masters and Players. Where to you find the show? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Today we talk about somethign a little different: legal stuff. When K.O. & I were recording the episode on skills from a few weeks ago, we took a tagent. He has a legal background and I thought it would be a interesting thing for the other content creators in the TTRPG space to give it a listen. I'll be back to our regular content next week! If you liked K.O. insights (who am I kidding, of course you did) you can find him on the Roll Factory twitter at @rpgrollfactory. You can also find more details about particulate media, K.O.'s podcasting production company, here: https://particulatemedia.com/ Enjoy! Mat -————— Affiliate Links: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat ————— Link for Charity Raffle: https://donate.tiltify.com/+scry-society/scry-society-role-play-chat-charity-panel-for-nnaf Closes Friday September 2nd 2022 ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where your host Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions will serve as inspiration and advice for fellow Game Masters and Players. Where to you find the show? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Have you ever played a Solo tabletop RPG? I hope so but if oyu havent maybe today's discussion with Josh willl convice you to give one a try. When you remove the cooperative/collaborative componenets of a game and are the sole participant interetsing things happen. You are able to explore new and interesting avenues of the ttrpg hobby. If you liked Josh's insights (who am I kidding, of course you did) you can find him on twitter at @ArtofArklin. You should also go give his Kickstarter a follow at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/woadstonetostone/woad-stone-to-stone Enjoy! Mat -————— Affiliate Links: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat ————— Giveaway Link: https://twitter.com/Role_Play_Chat/status/1559219617012355078?s=20&t=7ZqflB7X_AvLZWJcmAfpZQ ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where your host Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions will serve as inspiration and advice for fellow Game Masters and Players. Where to you find the show? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Can I convice Scott the Miniac to play more Role Playing games? I hope so! But one thing I know for sure is that you wont want to miss the wonderful discsusion where Scott and I talk about roleplay and miniatures. Listen in as Scott and I draw parallels between roleplaying and miniature painting. Scott also shares some wonderfull advice for folks getting into the miniature painting hobby. If you liked Scott's insights (who am I kidding, of course you did) you can find him on instagram @miniacal_ or at his website https://miniac.co/ Enjoy! Mat -————— Affiliate Links: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where your host Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions will serve as inspiration and advice for fellow Game Masters and Players. Where to you find the show? Linktree: linktr.ee/role_play_chat Twitter: @role_play_chat Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
A big part of why folks play tabletop roleplaying games is for the escapism. We like to experience interseting, fun and different things, put on the skin of cool characters and explore fascinating places. The key to truly trasnoporting ourselves into these fantastic places lies in fostering an immersive experience! In this week's episode I am joined by Keith and Jess from Underground Oracle Publishing to disect how we use skill checks & skill challenges in our games to try and make fun and memorable moments at our tables. If you liked Keith & Jess's insights (who am I kidding, of course you did) you can find them on twitter at @UO_Keith and @JessPendley respectively. You can also follow the Underground Oracle twitter page at @UOPublishing. You can also find more details about the suppliments they create on their website here: https://undergroundoracle.com/ Enjoy! Mat -————— Affiliate Links: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where your host Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions will serve as inspiration and advice for fellow Game Masters and Players. Where to you find the show? Twitter: @role_play_chat Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Regardless of the system you play, there are (almost) always skills and attributes that your player characters and NPCs will have to showcase the character's strenghts and weaknesses. In this week's episode I am joined by K.O. the host and producer of Roll Factory to disect how we use skill checks & skill challenges in our games to try and make fun and memorable moments at our tables. If you liked K.O. insights (who am I kidding, of course you did) you can find Roll Factory on twitter at @rpgrollfactory. You can also find more details about particulate media, K.O.'s podcasting production company, here: https://particulatemedia.com/ Enjoy! Mat -————— Affiliate Links: DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat ————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly podcast where your host Mat sits down with content creators from the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). These informal discussions will serve as inspiration and advice for fellow Game Masters and Players. Where to you find the show? Twitter: @role_play_chat Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Every GM, every player and every table has their own philosophies for how they play tabletop roleplaying games. These ideas, these styles, these preferences are what influence your game. In today's episode I am joined by the amazing Seth Skorkowsky as we talk about some of our philosophies to hopefully inspire you to grow your GMing skills while having fun at your table. This is the second part of my discussion with Seth. If you liked Seths insights (who am I kidding, of course you did) you can find him on twitter at @SSkorkowsky or you can find the links to his books, youtube channel and more on his website https://skorkowsky.com/ Enjoy! Mat -————— Affiliate Links DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat -————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly(ish) podcast where your host Mat sits down with members of the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). Where to you find the show? Twitter: @role_play_chat Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Every GM, every player and every table has their own philosophies for how they play tabletop roleplaying games. These ideas, these styles, these preferences are what influence your game. In today's episode I am joined by the amazing Seth Skorkowsky as we talk about some of our philosophies to hopefully inspire you to grow your GMing skills while having fun at your table. If you liked Seths insights (who am I kidding, of course you did) you can find him on twitter at @SSkorkowsky or you can find the links to his books, youtube channel and more on his website https://skorkowsky.com/ Enjoy! Mat -————— Affiliate Links DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3513284 Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/tap/?ref=roleplaychat -————— Role Play Chat is a biweekly(ish) podcast where your host Mat sits down with members of the table top roleplaying game community to take deep dives into #ttrpg related topics (for games such as #DungeonsandDragons, Fates, Warhammer or Call of Cthulhu). Where to you find the show? Twitter: @role_play_chat Email: contactroleplaychat@gmail.com Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean or wherever you find your podcasts! (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat) Youtube (on Haitus): https://www.youtube.com/roleplaychat -————— Music: Celebration by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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