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In this week's episode... The party heads home from the Ghost Elk hunt expecting a quiet return… and instead finds chaos in the town square. Also: Bizard shows up after being MIA for days, covered in mysterious injuries. What exactly has he been up to?

Join Senda with Erika Skirpan as they have a conversation about safety in LARPs and Tabletop RPGs and how to do it in ways that enhance your games. Links: Mooney Bin Entertainment Sinking Ship Creations

In today's episode we help our friend DJ with his upcoming game.  We use his notes on the game to help him come up with an ending to his upcoming game.  DJ, Josh and I ping pong the ideas around to help craft some ideas for the end of his game he'll be running.Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at levelupyourgamingpodcast@gmail.comor Follow us on Facebook and engage with us at https://www.facebook.com/LevelUpYourGamingPlease leave us a review or a five star rating wherever you get your podcast.

Happy New Year! We return with an in-depth creator chat between Russ, Kyle and two of the voices behind The Adventures of Bud and Herb Evan Bivins and Anna "Fitz" Fitzgerald. In this nearly hour long conversation we walk through each other's process, what we have found rewarding about actual play podcasting and SO MUCH MORE! We had an absolute blast speaking with them and look forward to more collaborations to come. After the chat you'll hear an episode of The Adventures of Bud and Herb - Out in the KoldhørnThe Adventures of Bud & Herb is a hybrid show — half polished audio fiction, half actual play — but all one big unfolding story. If you've ever wished a TTRPG podcast felt like a TV show in your ears, this is it. The first half of the season is scripted, the second half is played in a game of Daggerheart by Darrington Press. No one, including the creators, know how the season will end. TPK anyone?The Adventures of Bud and Herb website: https://www.enterthepocketdimension.com/the-adventures-of-bud-and-herbListen and follow anywhere amazing podcasts are found!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textA large thud on the roof accompanied by a familiar heartbeat can't mean anything good.  The part continues their quest for the heart shard in Port Wayworth.The Unknowing | Unquenchable Thirst Arc | Episode 5Theme song by Ryan Springman. Website: https://www.notherrealm.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notherrealmpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/NotherRealm YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@notherrealm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notherrealm

Johann führt erneut ein Gespräch mit Frau Bramftl, die sich plötzlich sehr verdächtig verhält. Dann aber führt ein kleines Strickleiter-Malheur unsere drei Detektive auf eine potenziell noch heißere Spur.Du hörst die Kerkerkumpels, das Pen & Paper Hörspiel. Die Geschichte, die du hörst, ist live improvisiert. Ob unseren Charakteren eine Aktion gelingt, entscheiden die Würfel!Intro/Outro:Sprecherin: Carolin SabathSound- & Musikquellen:"Winter Encampment (Ambience only, no activity)" by tabletopaudio.comAll sounds from tabletopaudio.com are licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0).Mehr Infos zu unseren Aktionen und Werbepartnern findest du auf https://kerkerkumpels.de/links/aktionen/Unsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://art19.com/privacy. Die Datenschutzrichtlinien für Kalifornien sind unter https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info abrufbar.

D&D and RPG news and commentary by Mike Shea of https://slyflourish.com Contents 00:00:00 Show Start 00:04:14 Commentary: A Look Back at 2025 00:05:31 Sly Flourish News: Sly Flourish Stuff That Happened in 2025 00:11:41 Commentary: Awesome New RPGs in 2025 00:20:52 Commentary: Lots of Open Licensed Games in 2025 00:25:35 DM Tip: My Favorite 5e Trick of 2025 – Doom Points 00:29:01 Commentary: Big D&D Products of 2025 00:34:02 Commentary: Daggerheart's Big Splash in 2025 00:39:41 Commentary: Brennan Lee Mulligan Runs Critical Role Season 4 with D&D 2024 00:40:32 Commentary: Project Sigil Shuts Down, One D&D Ends 00:44:14 Commentary: 2026 Predictions Links Subscribe to the Sly Flourish Newsletter Support Sly Flourish on Patreon Buy Sly Flourish Books: Dreadful Blessings

In today's episode we talk about Introducing New Players To Role Playing.  What is the best way to introduce new players to role playing.  How should you go about introducing new players to the hobby?  What types of games work best?  What can you do to be most successful in bringing new players into the hobby?  We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode.Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at levelupyourgamingpodcast@gmail.comor Follow us on Facebook and engage with us at https://www.facebook.com/LevelUpYourGamingPlease leave us a review or a five star rating wherever you get your podcast.

Send us a textWelcome to Shiverfest 2025. We hope you enjoy this special holiday episode with your newest favorite characters!Theme song by Ryan Springman. Website: https://www.notherrealm.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notherrealmpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/NotherRealm YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@notherrealm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notherrealm

Mit der hilfsbereiten Bibliothekarin Walli Wolf macht sich unser Detektiv-Trio auf den Weg ins Zeitungs-Archiv, wo leider ein eher unerwünschter Zeitgenosse wartet. All das ist aber schnell egal, als ein grausiger Schrei durch das Fenster hereinschallt...Du hörst die Kerkerkumpels, das Pen & Paper Hörspiel. Die Geschichte, die du hörst, ist live improvisiert. Ob unseren Charakteren eine Aktion gelingt, entscheiden die Würfel!Intro/Outro:Sprecherin: Carolin SabathSound- & Musikquellen:"Neon Drive" by tabletopaudio.com"Nightlands" by tabletopaudio.com"Stakeout (Music Only)" by tabletopaudio.com"Weirder Things" by tabletopaudio.com"Winter Encampment (Ambience only, no activity)" by tabletopaudio.comAll sounds from tabletopaudio.com are licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0).Mehr Infos zu unseren Aktionen und Werbepartnern findest du auf https://kerkerkumpels.de/links/aktionen/Unsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://art19.com/privacy. Die Datenschutzrichtlinien für Kalifornien sind unter https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info abrufbar.

Unsere drei Detektive wehren sich erstaunlich erfolgreich gegen Michi und Alois, dann ist es erstmal Zeit für eine Stärkung. Anschließend geht's in die Bibliothek, wo neue Bekannte und weitere Herausforderungen warten.Du hörst die Kerkerkumpels, das Pen & Paper Hörspiel. Die Geschichte, die du hörst, ist live improvisiert. Ob unseren Charakteren eine Aktion gelingt, entscheiden die Würfel!Intro/Outro:Sprecherin: Carolin SabathSound- & Musikquellen:"Scheming Weasel (faster version)" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Nordic Noir (Music Only)" by tabletopaudio.com"Stakeout (Music Only)" by tabletopaudio.comAll sounds from tabletopaudio.com are licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0).Mehr Infos zu unseren Aktionen und Werbepartnern findest du auf https://kerkerkumpels.de/links/aktionen/Unsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://art19.com/privacy. Die Datenschutzrichtlinien für Kalifornien sind unter https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info abrufbar.

In today's episode we talk about Giving Magic a Flare.  How can you make magic more meaningful in your game?  What does the added description offer to your game?  How can magical flare improve the narrative experience?  We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode.Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at levelupyourgamingpodcast@gmail.comor Follow us on Facebook and engage with us at https://www.facebook.com/LevelUpYourGamingPlease leave us a review or a five star rating wherever you get your podcast.

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Johann, Kasi und Peter ziehen durch pure Brainpower einige spannende Schlüsse aus den gefundenen Hinweisen. Bevor sie ihre Nachforschungen fortsetzen können, kommt ihnen jedoch ein wütender Bekannter in die Quere.Du hörst die Kerkerkumpels, das Pen & Paper Hörspiel. Die Geschichte, die du hörst, ist live improvisiert. Ob unseren Charakteren eine Aktion gelingt, entscheiden die Würfel!Intro/Outro:Sprecherin: Carolin SabathSound- & Musikquellen:"Weirder Things" by tabletopaudio.com"Weirder Things 2" by tabletopaudio.comAll sounds from tabletopaudio.com are licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0).Mehr Infos zu unseren Aktionen und Werbepartnern findest du auf https://kerkerkumpels.de/links/aktionen/Unsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://art19.com/privacy. Die Datenschutzrichtlinien für Kalifornien sind unter https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info abrufbar.

Send us a textAfter a bit of planning, the party enters Port Wayworth to look for Solace. Though the town seems deserted, they know something sinister watches and waits.The Unknowing | Unquenchable Thirst Arc | Episode 4 Theme song by Ryan Springman. Website: https://www.notherrealm.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notherrealmpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/NotherRealm YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@notherrealm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notherrealm

In this week's episode... With a mysterious reveal, the group is left with more questions than answers! If only Bizard was here!

Get in touch with us!What if rebellion began as an act of love?  Demon: the Fallen was the final game in the original World of Darkness line, and we chart it's - painfully - short history.  Was it fun to play fallen angels from the dawn of time, or was this just more angst hiding under a different colour of trenchcoat?  Join us to find out!Contact us at:EMAIL: roll.to.save.pod@gmail.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/rolltosavepodWEBSITE: https://rolltosave.blogHOSTS: Iain Wilson, Steve McGarrity, Jason DowneyBACKGROUND MUSIC: David Renada (Find him at: davidrendamusic@gmail.com or on his web page).TITLE, BREAK & CLOSEOUT MUSIC: Xylo-Ziko (Find them on their web page).

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Unsere drei Jugend-Detektive wurden eiskalt vom Hausmeister Herr Gräf ertappt – aber erfahren immerhin von ihm, dass der Vorfall im Klassenzimmer der 5B scheinbar nicht der erste seiner Art ist. Wird Gräf sie gehen lassen oder hart bleiben?Du hörst die Kerkerkumpels, das Pen & Paper Hörspiel. Die Geschichte, die du hörst, ist live improvisiert. Ob unseren Charakteren eine Aktion gelingt, entscheiden die Würfel!Intro/Outro:Sprecherin: Carolin SabathSound- & Musikquellen:"Dark Angel" by tabletopaudio.com"Neon Drive" by tabletopaudio.com"Weirder Things" by tabletopaudio.comAll sounds from tabletopaudio.com are licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0).Mehr Infos zu unseren Aktionen und Werbepartnern findest du auf https://kerkerkumpels.de/links/aktionen/Unsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://art19.com/privacy. Die Datenschutzrichtlinien für Kalifornien sind unter https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info abrufbar.

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In today's episode we talk about The Importance Of Having More Than One GM.  Wy is it beneficial to having more than one gm in your group?  How can you foster a second GM?  We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode.Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at levelupyourgamingpodcast@gmail.comor Follow us on Facebook and engage with us at https://www.facebook.com/LevelUpYourGamingPlease leave us a review or a five star rating wherever you get your podcast.

Johann, Kasi und Peter infiltrieren das Klassenzimmer, in dem Frau Klenzwiesers Leiche gefunden wurde, und suchen nach Spuren. Leider bleiben sie nicht lange allein...Du hörst die Kerkerkumpels, das Pen & Paper Hörspiel. Die Geschichte, die du hörst, ist live improvisiert. Ob unseren Charakteren eine Aktion gelingt, entscheiden die Würfel!Intro/Outro:Sprecherin: Carolin SabathSound- & Musikquellen:"Weirder Things" by tabletopaudio.com"Pattern Recognition (Music Only)" by tabletopaudio.com"Primate Lab (Music Only)" by tabletopaudio.comAll sounds from tabletopaudio.com are licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0).Mehr Infos zu unseren Aktionen und Werbepartnern findest du auf https://kerkerkumpels.de/links/aktionen/Unsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://art19.com/privacy. Die Datenschutzrichtlinien für Kalifornien sind unter https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info abrufbar.

Send us a textThe party gained a new purpose - figure out what's going on with this world.  After receiving a bit of direction and some decent adventuring gear, the party sets back out towards their first mission - Port Wayworth.The Unknowing | Unquenchable Thirst Arc | Episode 2 Theme song by Ryan Springman. Website: https://www.notherrealm.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notherrealmpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/NotherRealm YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@notherrealm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notherrealm

In this week's episode... Bonwyn, Kav and Alydin are invited on an exploratory expedition to see if rumors are true about a mysterious Ghost Elk in the Verboten Forest. A fun day out and a trial run for joining Folen and his crew on their upcoming adventure!

In this episode the Creativity Department explores the intersection of art education and collaborative storytelling with Cameron McKinstry, K12Art Chat Producer, Game Master, and Marketing Associate for Davis Publications. Listen in and hear how tabletop role playing games (TTRPGs) can benefit students and open new ways of thinking in the art room. From character and world design to visual, oral, and collaborative storytelling, TTRPGs open a rich landscape of artistic expression that can help foster creativity, critical thinking, and social skills.

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Wolfgang, Johann und Peter haben Anfang Dezember schulfrei – denn in ihrer Schule ist etwas Schreckliches geschehen: Eine junge und lebensfrohe Lehrerin wurde erhängt in einem Klassenzimmer gefunden. War es wirklich ein Suizid? Die drei Nachwuchs-Detektive gehen der Sache auf den Grund!Du hörst die Kerkerkumpels, das Pen & Paper Hörspiel. Die Geschichte, die du hörst, ist live improvisiert. Ob unseren Charakteren eine Aktion gelingt, entscheiden die Würfel!Intro/Outro:Sprecherin: Carolin SabathSound- & Musikquellen:"Stakeout (Music Only)" by tabletopaudio.com"Weirder Things" by tabletopaudio.com"Weirder Things 2" by tabletopaudio.comAll sounds from tabletopaudio.com are licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0).Mehr Infos zu unseren Aktionen und Werbepartnern findest du auf https://kerkerkumpels.de/links/aktionen/Unsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://art19.com/privacy. Die Datenschutzrichtlinien für Kalifornien sind unter https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info abrufbar.

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In today's episode we continue our series of Let's Make A One Shot.  The game we make a one shot for comes from the prompt Curtains Fall Secrets Rise.  We describe all the details you would need to consider to pull this one shot off.  Enjoy this episode as we make a one shot using the tools we talk about.Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at levelupyourgamingpodcast@gmail.comor Follow us on Facebook and engage with us at https://www.facebook.com/LevelUpYourGamingPlease leave us a review or a five star rating wherever you get your podcast.

In this week's episode... The sleepy traveler wakes up long enough to tell Bonwyn, Kav and Alydin about his great calling and need for a group... just like theirs... to escort him on a very important quest!

Send us a textFour adventurers - Kragmar, Ziggy, Seraphina, and Selerev - all narrowly escape death... mmm, kinda. Saved by a kindly green goblin, they set forward away from Port Wayworth to the Leylan Ruins and hopefully, some answers.The Unknowing | Unquenchable Thirst Arc | Episode 2Theme song by Ryan Springman. Website: https://www.notherrealm.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notherrealmpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/NotherRealm YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@notherrealm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notherrealm

In this week's episode... Bonwyn makes good on Folen Varam's order while a new opportunity is presented. The group reflect on the strange occurrences since their return to Vintersmouth.

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In today's episode we talk about Giving Your Players A Home.  Why do we want to give our players a home?  What does it offer for the game?  Should you always give your players a home?  We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode.Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at levelupyourgamingpodcast@gmail.comor Follow us on Facebook and engage with us at https://www.facebook.com/LevelUpYourGamingPlease leave us a review or a five star rating wherever you get your podcast.

It's Halloween, a year after Santa Baby and his elves escaped the North Pole. We catch up with the crew who have started their own Real Estate company in Malibu. Now arrived at their new listing, the team tries to set-up for the open house while a mysterious visitor triggers a very dangerous serious of hilarious events!Content Warning: Strong Language, Comedic Danger, Gunshots and Violence

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Send us a textWelcome to another episode of The Gamerheads Podcast! In this episode, Roger sits down with Whistler, the creator and artist behind the tabletop RPG Rapscallion. They talk pirate adventures, powered-by-the-apocalypse storytelling, and how the game's ship mechanics and character vices drive drama on the high seas.Pick up Rapscallion from Magpie Games or on DriveThruRPGSupport the showHere are a few ways you can support Gamerheads!Leave us a review!Not only does your review help fellow gamers discover our podcast, but it also provides valuable insights for us as content creators. Your feedback serves as a compass, guiding us in crafting episodes that cater to your interests, addressing topics that matter to you, and enhancing your overall listening experience. Your words have the power to influence the direction of future episodes and ensure that we continue delivering content that captivates and engages. Review us on Goodpods! Review us on Apple Podcasts! Review us on Spotify! Join our Discord!In The Gamerheads Podcast Discord, you'll find a haven for lively discussions, where you can chat about the latest releases and share your gaming experiences with fellow gamers.Join our Patreon today https://www.patreon.com/gamerheadsFollow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/gamerheadspodcast.comMusic: Jeff Dasler - Recus...

Send us a textWelcome to the special 2025 Halloween Episode, All Fallens Eve!  A new, spooky adventure awaits.Theme song by Ryan Springman. Website: https://www.notherrealm.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notherrealmpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/NotherRealm YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@notherrealm TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notherrealm

Cold Open It's the end of the world as we know it—and the party's still arguing about who's carrying the rations. In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we prepare for the Fall of Humanity the only way we know how: by taking notes, rolling dice, and arguing about whose apocalypse prep list includes “50 feet of rope” and whose just says “vibes.” Whether your campaign ends with zombies, eldritch gods, or a total collapse of civilization, we're here to help you face the end times like true heroes—confused, underprepared, and hilariously optimistic. The RPGBOT.net Christmast Gift Recommendation Are Coming! Fall is in the air, and that means two things: pumpkin spice and impending doom in your campaign notes. But before the frost settles and your dice freeze in place, don't forget—the annual RPGBOT.net Christmas Gift Recommendations are just around the corner. We've scoured the multiverse to find the best gifts for your favorite gamer, GM, and dice-hoarding friend, so keep an eye on RPGBOT.net for the upcoming list! Show Notes In this episode, the RPGBOT crew explores how to prepare for the fall of humanity in tabletop RPGs—and how to do it with style, panic, and at least one functioning flashlight. We dive into post-apocalyptic campaign design, survival mechanics, and how to create compelling worldbuilding after the apocalypse that still leaves room for hope, laughter, and player chaos. We discuss how to run post-apocalyptic campaigns in D&D, Pathfinder, or other TTRPG systems, how to integrate survival challenges and resource scarcity into storytelling, and how to design meaningful player choices in settings where civilization has completely collapsed. Expect dark humor, dramatic flair, and at least one debate about whether your cleric can purify canned beans. This episode is packed with game master advice on creating factions, managing tone in grimdark worlds, and finding emotional balance between despair and determination. We'll also talk about how to keep your players invested in a setting that's literally falling apart around them—because even after the world ends, you still need teamwork, trust, and a good initiative roll. Topics Covered: How to run post-apocalyptic campaigns in D&D or Pathfinder Preparing players for civilization collapse and survival challenges Building believable factions after the fall of humanity Integrating scarcity, resource management, and desperation into storytelling Balancing tone and tension in grimdark and survival RPGs Creating hope and emotional stakes in despair-driven worlds Using worldbuilding to reinforce narrative consequences Why the end of the world is the perfect time to make new friends (and enemies) Key Takeaways Survival is more than hit points. Post-apocalyptic storytelling shines when moral dilemmas and emotional endurance matter as much as physical survival. Factions are the new nations. The fall of humanity gives rise to new power structures, ideologies, and conflicts that define your worldbuilding. Hope matters. Even in despair-driven worlds, small acts of kindness or faith can make your campaign unforgettable. Tone is everything. Knowing when to inject humor—or withhold it—keeps players engaged and the story grounded. Scarcity drives creativity. Limiting resources forces inventive problem-solving and adds depth to gameplay. Player agency is crucial. The choices your characters make when everything is lost reveal who they truly are. And While You're Thinking About Gifts! While you're thinking about the perfect gifts for your favorite gamers, don't overlook Randall's novella Malecon—a thoughtful, evocative story about identity, reflection, and finding light in the darkness. It's the perfect stocking stuffer for anyone who loves a good narrative arc—and it pairs nicely with a warm drink and the quiet hum of a dying generator. Pick up Malecon today, and remind yourself that even after the end of the world, good stories endure.

The crew go talk to a bunch of nerds and despite their most sincere efforts to be nice and polite, they are met with nothing but hostility and rudeness.

It's Halloween, a year after Santa Baby and his elves escaped the North Pole. We catch up with the crew who have started their own Real Estate company in Malibu. The group heads out to check out their new listing and set up for their open house...Content Warning: Strong Language, Comedic Danger, Gunshots and Violence

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As digital platforms evolve, so too does the business of tabletop RPGs (TTRPGs). In this episode, host Devin Becker sits down with David Scott, CEO of Evil Genius Games, to explore the intersection of analog and digital in the TTRPG space. David shares his perspective on where the market currently stands, the evolving role of virtual tabletops, and how Evil Genius is adapting its publishing model to bridge physical and digital experiences. From post-COVID shifts in player behavior to the rise of Virtual Tabletops (VTTs) like Roll20 and Foundry, the conversation examines how platforms are reshaping distribution, play, and monetization strategies.The discussion also covers how TTRPG companies can integrate digital offerings without cannibalizing physical sales of books, miniatures, and accessories. David offers a candid look at what's working (and what isn't) when it comes to building sustainable business models in this hybrid space. Finally, we explore the opportunities for smaller TTRPG IPs to make the leap into digital gaming, the potential of platforms like Roblox to support roleplaying, and how ongoing challenges like tariffs may influence the industry's trajectory in the next few years.We'd like to thank Heroic Labs for making this episode possible! Thousands of studios have trusted Heroic Labs to help them focus on their games and not worry about gametech or scaling for success. To learn more and reach out, visit https://heroiclabs.com/?utm_source=Naavik&utm_medium=CPC&utm_campaign=Podcast We'd also like to thank Lysto for making this episode possible! Lysto is revolutionizing how game development teams collect and act on real player feedback with its AI-powered playtesting insights. Learn more about how you can get bias-free feedback at https://lysto.gg/?utm_source=naavik&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=adIf you like the episode, please help others find us by leaving a 5-star rating or review! And if you have any comments, requests, or feedback shoot us a note at podcast@naavik.co. Watch the episode: YouTube ChannelFor more episodes and details: Podcast WebsiteFree newsletter: Naavik DigestFollow us: Twitter | LinkedIn | WebsiteSound design by Gavin Mc Cabe.

When you stare too long into the darkness, sometimes the darkness stares back—and then asks about your dice pool. In this episode, the RPGBOT.Podcast team sits down to answer your burning questions about Hunter: The Reckoning, exploring the mechanics, the danger system, and how desperation turns ordinary people into extraordinary survivors in the World of Darkness. Listen to More “How to Play” Episodes If you're enjoying our dive into Hunter: The Reckoning, don't forget that the RPGBOT.Podcast has a full library of “How to Play” episodes. From character creation deep dives to storytelling techniques, our series covers everything you need to master the rules and refine your table craft across dozens of RPG systems. Check them out wherever you get your podcasts or at RPGBOT.net. In this episode, the RPGBOT.Podcast team returns to the streets of the World of Darkness to tackle your questions about Hunter: The Reckoning 5th Edition. We explore the tension-filled systems that make this RPG shine—how desperation and danger drive character decisions, how touchstones shape humanity, and how advancement challenges players to think beyond combat. Whether you're a seasoned storyteller or a new recruit in the Vigil, this conversation breaks down how to make every session more immersive, terrifying, and narratively rich. From balancing narrative structure and GM adaptability to handling willpower, character death, and supernatural threats, the hosts share insights from their own gameplay experiences. The discussion emphasizes how the game rewards creative problem-solving, highlights the cost of recklessness, and reminds us that survival in the World of Darkness is never guaranteed—but the story is always worth telling. Key Takeaways Comfort and Familiarity: Players familiar with World of Darkness mechanics will find Hunter: The Reckoning intuitive and adaptable. Character Creation Depth: Builds are diverse, allowing players to create unique characters tied to strong personal motivations. Strategic Gameplay: The system encourages planning, investigation, and social maneuvering over brute force. Desperation and Danger: These twin systems heighten tension, push risk-taking, and shape the tone of each session. Touchstones Matter: These connections to humanity define character motivation and are key to long-term survival. Advancement and Pacing: Growth is deliberate, rewarding sustained engagement and narrative reflection. Narrative Engagement: Player investment in the story directly affects the tone and momentum of play. Recklessness as a Theme: The system tempts players toward dangerous choices, reinforcing the tone of moral decay and survival. Party Synergy: Character variety encourages complementary roles and interdependent strategies. Storytelling is Core: The emotional and thematic narrative remains the heart of any World of Darkness game. Join the RPGBOT Patreon If you want to listen live as we record episodes of the RPGBOT.Podcast—complete with unfiltered insights, in-jokes, and behind-the-scenes discussion—join the RPGBOT.Patreon. Patrons can tune in every Sunday and Tuesday to hear episodes as they're recorded, interact with the hosts, and become part of the creative process. Support the show, help us grow, and experience the RPGBOT.Podcast in real time. Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

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Taking a break from our regularly scheduled programming to bring you the latest release from our OTHER show, Facing Fate! We launched the new season this week, Chromeheads & Corpos. A Cyberpunk RED Actual play referee'd by Kyle! Welcome to Babyok Gardens, the home of characters and the start of our adventure. We spend some time meeting Dino Dinovic, 0b51d14n, Glass and Lollipop as they make arrangements ahead of the apartment potluck tonight.***********Follow and Listen to Facing Fate: Chromeheads & Corpos by searching for FACING FATE anywhere podcasts are found.***********Credits:0b51d14n - Carla MaxtedLollipop - Amy MoreDino Dinovic - Russ MoreGlass - Tom LairdReferee - Kyle ClasetDialogue Editing and Sound Design by Russ MoreMusic & SFX:Chromeheads & Corpos Theme Music - Eli Hamada McIlveenEpidemicSound.comSoundsnap.comSound Ideas***********Game System: Cyberpunk REDStory Based: The ApartmentCover Art by KC Bailey***********Support Us:Visit https://www.Patreon.com/DumbDragonCast.***********Find and support our sponsors at: fableandfolly.com/partners***********email - hello@dumbdragons.comInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/facingfatecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The crew fight on in the cottage/mansion/townhome/condo of Plitzel the necromancer.

In this week's episode... With Kavlaran's trial freshly behind them, the team tries to return to a semblance of normal routine. Tending the store, creating artifacts from borrowed goods, and being allowed to even step foot in City Hall again!

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In this week's episode... Breaking out of secret prison seemed so easy! Now the team is on a path to find evidence to clear Kavlaran and Nina's names, but something mysterious has moved in beneath the streets of Vintersmouth that has everyone on edge!