The Compendm's Podcast

So you want to wild shape? That means drawing up a Druid class character. Luckily, this episode covers druids from start to finish so you know exactly what to expect and how to build the exact character you want to play for your next campaign.

The follow-up episode finishing out a comprehensive overview of Druid subclasses.

Not quite sure which circle to take as your Druid subclass? We've got you covered. Part 1 of 2.

Level two and beyond is where Druids become the most interesting. This episode covers your basic Druid class improvements from levels 2-20.

This episode gives you the overview of building your level 1 Druid, including how to allocate your ability points, the equipment to choose from, and starting skills and abilities.   visit www.questsforauthenticity.com to learn more about the coaching program that helps people stop being an NPC in someone else's life and become a hero in their own.

In this Episode of The CompenDM Kasie and Jason dive into the Druid class in D&D, talking about the essence of what they are and their origins.

Everything you need to know about playing a cleric from levels 1-20!   This episode is sponsored by Quests for Authenticity- join the community of self-development adventurers on discord or take the free quiz online to stat yourself as a level 1 D&D character in real life!

Finishing the overview of Cleric Divine Domains this episode covers the Order, Peace, Tempest, Trickery, Twilight, and War domains.   This episode is sponsored by Quests for Authenticity- join the community of self-development adventurers on discord or take the free quiz online to stat yourself as a level 1 D&D character in real life!

Continuing our exploration of Divine Domains this episode gives an overview of the Grave, Knowledge, Life, and Nature domain options.   This episode is sponsored by Quests for Authenticity- join the community of self-development adventurers on discord or take the free quiz online to stat yourself as a level 1 D&D character in real life!

In this episode of The CompenDM Jason and Kasie begin their comprehensive overview of the diverse domain options with the Arcana, Death, and Forge domains.   This episode is sponsored by Quests for Authenticity- join the community of self-development adventurers on discord or take the free quiz online to stat yourself as a level 1 D&D character in real life!

Delving into Divine Domains this episode looks closely at the Light domain. This episode is sponsored by Quests for Authenticity- join the community of self-development adventurers on discord or take the free quiz online to stat yourself as a level 1 D&D character in real life!

This episode gives a comprehensive overview of Cleric traits from levels 2-20 that every cleric gets regardless of their divine domain.    This episode is sponsored by Quests for Authenticity- join the community of self-development adventurers on discord or take the free quiz online to stat yourself as a level 1 D&D character in real life!

This episode breaks down you're level 1 cleric and why their spell list is so long if you print your character sheet. This episode is sponsored by Quests for Authenticity- join the community of self-development adventurers on discord or take the free quiz online to stat yourself as a level 1 D&D character in real life!

Every party needs a healer, which is traditionally where the Cleric comes in. A fantastic addition to any party, this episode introduces what clerics are and the lore behind the class for your character's back story.   This episode is sponsored by Quests for Authenticity- join the community of self-development adventurers on discord or take the free quiz online to stat yourself as a level 1 D&D character in real life!

Want to play a Warlock? This episode covers everything you'll need to know from generating your level 1 character to picking pact boons, patrons, and more. The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

Finishing out our discussion for Warlock patrons, this episode talks about the Undead and Undying patron options. The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

Continuing our discussion for Warlock patrons, this episode covers the Fiend, Genie, Great Old One and Hexblade patron options. The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

Rewinding back to Level 1, lets deep dive into the various options available to you for your Warlock's patron. This episode covers The Archfey, Celestial, and Fathomless patron options. The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

In a show of appreciation for your service, at level 3 your Warlock's patron will bestow upon you a Pact Boon- This episode covers the options you get to choose from. The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

Level two brings a new magical aspect to Warlocks, unlocking Eldritch Invocations. Listen in to learn more.   The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

A key feature of the Warlocks is available at level one: Pact Magic. Essentially, this is a fancy heading for a number of abilities you have from this feature. This episode breaks it all down. The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

Starting at Level 1 there are some pretty big decisions to make regarding your Warlock character. This episode breaks down everything to expect from the process.   The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

Warlocks are one of the more confusing casting classes within D&D, but luckily Jason and Kasie are here to break them down for you. This episode introduces the class and gives a little breakdown of what they're all about.   The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

If you're interested in playing a Bard, this episode will cover everything from why bards go adventuring to building a level 1 bard and choosing from the variety of bardic colleges available to specialize your performer.   The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

Wrapping up our overview of the bard class Jason and I talk about the last three colleges you have to choose from for your Bard and some of the cool features you'd benefit from by doing so.   The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

Looking for some more variety than what's offered in the Players Handbook? This episode talks about three additional colleges you can consider choosing from which hale from other D&D source books.   The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

Diving into customization to your character this episode unpacks the two colleges provided in the Players Handbook that you can choose at level two: The College of Lore and the College of Valor.   The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

Every bard will enjoy some of the same perks from leveling up regardless of their chosen college. This episode talks about everything to expect and the choices you'll have to make as your character hones their performance.   The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

Ready to draw up your character? This episode covers everything you'll start out with at level 1, and gives some suggestions as to what to choose depending on the character you're hoping to create.   The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

If you're not sure what a bard is or the different ways they can serve you in your next campaign, this is the episode for you. Jason and I talk about the role of bards in society and how to use their skills, talents, and performance to you and your party's advantage.   The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

If you've a creative itch to scratch while playing your next campaign, picking a Bard could be the way to go. This episode introduces the Bard class and talks a little about why they weren't particularly loved until the renditions of 5e.   The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

If you want to play a Sorcerer in D&D 5e, you've come to the right episode! Listen in to hear Jason and Kasie break down the class from start to finish, including things specific to Sorcerers like Meta Magic, Sorcery Points, and Sorcerous Origins.    The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

Wrapping up our discussion about Sorcerers, this episode looks at three additional sub-class options from Xanathar's Guide to Everything and Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide: Divine Soul, Shadow Magic, and Storm Sorcery. The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

If you're looking for some more options for Sorcerer sub classes, here are a few available in Tasha's Cauldron of Everything: Aberrant Mind and Clockwork Soul. The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

Continuing the discussion about sub class options for the Sorcerer Class, this episode breaks down everything you need to know about playing a Wild Magic Sorcerer from the Players Handbook.   The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

Divine into Sorcerous Origins, the Sorcerer Class's sub class options, this episode unpacks the Draconic Bloodlines option from the Players Handbook.    The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

Sorcerers get some extra perks as a part of their class: Sorcerery Points and access to Meta Magic. This episode unpacks what both of those things are, when you get them, and how to use them.   The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. 

This episode breaks down everything you'll need to know to build your level 1 sorcerer, including stats, equipment, and spells.   The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. You can also support the podcast through Patreon. Get early access to episode content every month for less than a grande black coffee at starbucks.

What are sorcerers? How do they differ from Wizards? This episode introduces this casting class, answering these questions and more.   The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. You can also support the podcast through Patreon. Get early access to episode content every month for less than a grande black coffee at starbucks.

Welcome to the wonderful world of Wizards! This full-length class episode breaks down everything you need to know about building and playing a Wizard in D&D 5e.  The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. You can also support the podcast through Patreon. Get early access to episode content every month for less than a grande black coffee at starbucks.   

Finishing out our dialog about Wizards, this epsidoe covers the last of the subclass options, Order of Scribes, and provides some helpful tips, tricks, and insight for people looking to play this class.  The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. You can also support the podcast through Patreon. Get early access to episode content every month for less than a grande black coffee at starbucks. 

If you're looking for a subclass that extends beyond the scope of the Player's Handbook options, look no further. This episode discusses additional subclass options found in other source books, including Bladesinging, Chronurgy, Graviturgy, and War Magic.  The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. You can also support the podcast through Patreon. Get early access to episode content every month for less than a grande black coffee at starbucks. 

Continuing our discussion about subclasses, this episode will give you a comprehensive overview of all the different Wizard subclasses you can choose from in the Player's Handbook: Abjuration, Conjuration, Divination, Enchantment, Illusion, Necromancy, and Transmutation.  The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. You can also support the podcast through Patreon. Get early access to episode content every month for less than a grande black coffee at starbucks. 

This episode starts our conversation exploring the different subclasses you can choose for your wizard at level 2, doing a deep dive into the school of evocation to help lay the groundwork for the overview of the other options.  The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. You can also support the podcast through Patreon. Get early access to episode content every month for less than a grande black coffee at starbucks. 

Once you go adventuring, your Wizard will start to level up and gain some new abilities and advantages as they do. This episode covers what to expect from levels 2-20.  The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. You can also support the podcast through Patreon. Get early access to episode content every month for less than a grande black coffee at starbucks. 

This episode provides an overview of spellcasting as it pertains specifically to the Wizard class, as well as how to deal with spell components.   The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. You can also support the podcast through Patreon. Get early access to episode content every month for less than a grande black coffee at starbucks. 

Every casting class has their own unique way of learning and channeling magic. For the Wizard, it's their spell book. This episode discusses what a spell book is, why Wizards have them, and how to add new spells or replace them if they get lost.  The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. You can also support the podcast through Patreon. Get early access to episode content every month for less than a grande black coffee at starbucks. 

Ready to build your level 1 Wizard? This episode covers everything you need to know about the options you have and the best way to allocate your numbers for ability scores.    The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. You can also support the podcast through Patreon. Get early access to episode content every month for less than a grande black coffee at starbucks. 

Delving into the world of full-casters, this episode introduces the Wizard class, a classic and favorite in every fantasy genre ever created.   The Critical Dice and the Endless Bag of Dice was the sponsor for this episode – listen in for a code that will save you 50% off your first month's subscription. You can also support the podcast through Patreon. Get early access to episode content every month for less than a grande black coffee at Starbucks.

Paladins are one of two classes that fall into the category of ‘half-casters,' since they utilize both martial tactics and magic. If you've been interested in playing a Paladin, or want some ideas on how to breath more life into your existing character, this episode will cover everything you need to know, from levels 1-20. Quests for Authenticity sponsored this episode. If you're curious about how you'd measure up to your D&D character, take the free quiz to get your level one real-life stats. If you'd like some help improving your real-life scores, their 10-week confidence coaching program might be right for you.

What happens if a Paladin doesn't honor their oath? This episode discusses the repercussions of such a choice, as well as a fairly popular subclass that is a direct result of that behavior: The Oathbreaker. Quests for Authenticity sponsored this episode. If you're curious about how you'd measure up to your D&D character, take the free quiz to get your level one real-life stats. If you'd like some help improving your real-life scores, their 10-week confidence coaching program might be right for you.