Podcasts about ttrpgs

Join us as we dig up the real secrets of playing undead—because dying was just the beginning! In this episode, the RPGBOT team continues their exploration of undead creatures in tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs). Shifting focus to the player's perspective, they delve into strategies for combating undead, methods for befriending them, and approaches to portraying undead characters in gameplay. The discussion encompasses both mechanical aspects and narrative considerations, offering insights applicable to systems like Dungeons & Dragons 5e and Pathfinder. Links dScryb – Ghoul Paralyzes Players(affiliate link) RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes The Undead – A Guide to Incorporating Undead Creatures in TTRPGs – RPGBOT.Podcast S3E28 Content From RPGBOT.net Oathbreaker Paladin Handbook – DnD 5e DnD 5e – School of Necromancy Wizard Handbook Other Stuff Monstrous Races (affiliate link) Necromancin' Dancin' Thac0 1. Understanding Undead from a Player's Perspective Combat Strategies: Players should familiarize themselves with the unique abilities and weaknesses of various undead types to effectively engage them in battle.​RPGBOT+3RPGBOT+3Apple Podcasts+3 Role-Playing Undead Characters: Portraying undead characters requires thoughtful consideration of their motivations, behaviors, and interactions with the living.​ Alliances with Undead: The episode explores scenarios where players might ally with undead entities, discussing the narrative and mechanical implications of such choices.​ 2. Incorporating Undead into Gameplay Narrative Depth: Integrating undead elements can enrich the game's story, providing opportunities for complex character development and moral dilemmas.​ Mechanics and Balance: The hosts discuss how to maintain game balance when introducing undead characters or allies, ensuring that gameplay remains fair and engaging for all players. If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. If you love the show, consider joining us on Patreon, where backers at the $5 and above tiers get ad free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT.Podcast, can chat directly to members of the RPGBOT team and community on the RPGBOT.Discord, and can join us for live-streamed recordings. Support us on Amazon.com when you purchase products recommended in the show at the following link: https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra Twitter: @RPGBOTDOTNET Facebook: rpgbotbotdotnet Bluesky:rpgbot.bsky.social Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games Twitter: @GravenAshes YouTube@ashravenmedia Randall James @JackAmateur Amateurjack.com Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

It's all been coming down to this. Something weird is going on underneath the Old Great Tree. Time to stop it. Ripper commits a social faux pas. Safari Smith goes in blasting. Maud throws Gerard AGAIN. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@gmail.com Donations: ko-fi.com/improvtabletop • • • Audio Credits Improv Tabletop's theme song is “Melodic Marauder”, written by Scott Villanueva, and performed by Scott Villanueva and Ned Wilcock. The following songs are from tabletopaudio.com. All of the 10 minute ambiences on this site are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). “Myconid Colony” “Arcane Athenaeum” The following songs are used courtesy of Arcane Anthems, creator of royalty-free music for TTRPGs. Support Arcane Anthems on Patreon at patreon.com/arcaneanthems “The Indomitable” • • • This actual play episode uses the Fate Accelerated RPG rules by Evil Hat Productions. This is a fanmade work of parody. Improv Tabletop is not affiliated with the Gravity Falls brand or its owner The Walt Disney Company, nor with the Jumanji brand or its owner Sony Pictures Entertainment.

In Season 2 Episode 06 of our original actual play Dungeons & Dragons campaign, mom Raenelle steps in to negotiate between new teen player Dillon and the rest of the group, thereby both modeling and including our kid players through the art of negotiation. We call the method she employs, "Yes, or", as opposed to the popular improv comedy method "Yes, and", and we think it's crucial to running TTRPG games with kids. Ryan and Allison discuss this method and how it empowers players of all ages at your TTRPG table without letting the game slide totally off the rails. Welcome to Area of Effect, a podcast from the creators of The Kids Table, where we discuss how tabletop RPGs benefit kids and answer your questions about playing TTRPGs with the kids at your table! thekidstablednd.com YouTube Instagram TikTok

The Researchers face a dilemma: how to stop the Shell Islanders from attacking the Skreegull rookery? And can Mr. 8 overcome his fear of water? What's up with the mayor's hands, and WHAT THE HECK JUST SWAM PAST US?!Check out the Patreon and support us at patreon.com/storiesrpgPlay along at home! Download the Gigacity Guardians game sheet here: storiesrpg.gumroad.com/l/gigacity1StoriesRPG is the play-at-home, listen-and-learn game that helps people of all ages tell amazing tales together. Each season, we explore a new world, create characters, and go on epic adventures - and provide play-to-learn, coloring book, choose-your-own-adventure games to help listeners of all ages fall in love with writing!Created by Michael Low of LuckofLegends.com and Daniel Hinds of StoriesPodcast.com, StoriesRPG is a thrilling way to start bringing a love of writing, fantasy, fiction, and literacy into your home.

Smallest Saluations! Clock out of your shift and strap in for our first episode of Broke Wizards! Local brokies Rhaena (Holly), Chris (Skyler), and Mo (Neo) find themselves outclassed by their affluent peers at Audment's (overpriced) School of the Arcane. Magic doesn't come easily when you're forced to use pocket trash as your magical components. Bonded by their lack of savings accounts, this unlikely trio must scrounge, bargain, and settle for chips for dinner… again. The economy is in shambles. Rhaena decreases her screen time. Chris stands his ground. Mo is caught in the crossfire. Check out Sabrina's work: https://sabrinahawthorne.itch.io/broke-wizards https://sabrinahawthorne.itch.io/   We have a Patreon! Check it out if you want to support us and this podcast! https://patreon.com/TinyTablePodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink As always, if you have any TTRPGs you want us to try out, please email us at tinytablebusiness@gmail.com or contact us at any of the socials below!
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Get MECH & more in the TTRPGs for Trans Rights - Ohio Itch Bundle!   Join the DMs After Dark Discord channel!   Welcome back to the Heart of the Dominion and season 2 of my Ironsworn: Sundered Isles series.    Cassidy & Senator Minos explore the cavern full of mysterious glyphs, but struggle to make sense of the complicated language. Leigh does his best to interpret for the island's bound souls but trouble is closing in on all sides, and Cassidy pushes herself too far.   Learn more about Ironsworn here. ----more----   I made a Ko-Fi if you feel absurdly generous and want to help cover podcast hosting costs & all the upkeep. I'm still working on whether I want to offer anything special over there or just give my extreme gratitude (maybe some stickers or something in the mail) to those who donate, but no pressure whatsoever :)   Where to Follow Rene Plays Games: LinkTree |  BlueSky | Threads | Instagram | Facebook | DMs After Dark Rene's Games: MECH | One Last Quest email: RenePlaysGamesPod@gmail.com   Music in the Episode (in order of appearance): Recap by Monument Studios   Deep Blue by TabletopAudio.com Whispering Caverns by TabletopAudio.com Blighted Forest by TabletopAudio.com Blackrock by Monument Studios Politically Dramatic Piano by Monument Studios Theme Song written & produced by Dan Pomfret | @danfrombothbands

On this episode, Richard & Tyler discuss playing TTRPGs over other tabletop games.https://youtu.be/u1kJ_O4tRVs?si=Qr_2kYuBV2wOVp5DWelcome to True Strike, a podcast for tabletop nerds.Each Tuesday, listen in while two friends discuss their completely unwarranted opinions about all things tabletop. Topics vary each week from D&D and Daggerheart, to whatever TTRPG or board game they happen to be playing!Hosts: Richard Cullen/Tyler WortheySong by: WILDJOE1

We can't believe Hasbro WotC has done it again, actually we kind of expected it. Trade tariffs could mean the end of the Tabletop gaming Renaissance. And Elon Musk hosted a gaming stream that is worth watching, or at least the chat is worth a read.TTRPGs for Trans Rights - Ohio: https://itch.io/b/2946/ttrpgs-for-trans-rights-ohioCheck this link for a different, awesome $13 t-shirt every week!: https://bit.ly/teeVillainGet a lightsaber guaranteed better than a stick: https://bit.ly/LevelUpSabersCaster's Guild, a geek culture podcastMerch: https://casters-guild-shop.fourthwall.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/YkMfFYqzU2TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@castersguildInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/castersguild/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@castersguildYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCURSfWFc9IMRb7jPqcLjexAContact us: CastersGuild@gmail.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CastersGuildPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/castersguildMusic: SQZ by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

We dive into the multifaceted role of undead creatures in tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs). They explore the unique characteristics of undead from both storytelling and mechanical perspectives, offering insights on how to effectively integrate these entities into gameplay.​ Narrative Significance of Undead: The hosts discuss how undead creatures can enhance storytelling by introducing themes of horror, mystery, and moral ambiguity.​ They examine the symbolic meanings of various undead types, such as zombies representing loss of control or vampires embodying eternal temptation.​ Mechanical Aspects in Gameplay: An analysis of common traits among undead creatures, including immunities to certain conditions and the implications for player strategies.​ Considerations for Game Masters (GMs) on balancing encounters involving undead to maintain challenge without overwhelming players.​ Incorporating Undead into Campaigns: Tips for GMs on creating compelling undead villains or factions that align with the campaign's tone and setting.​ Ideas for plot hooks and adventures centered around undead themes, such as necromantic cults or haunted locales.​ Player Interaction with Undead: Strategies for players when facing undead adversaries, emphasizing the importance of knowledge about undead weaknesses and resistances.​ Discussion on character options and tools effective against undead, like specific spells or magical items.​ Materials Referenced: RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes RPGBOT.Podcast Episode 9 – Death DnD Goes to the Movies (Featuring Reviews of All Four Movies including Honor Among Thieves!) – RPGBOT.News S3E23 Other Stuff Brandon Sanderson Candlekeep Mysteries (affiliate link) Forgotten Realms How Orcus Stole Christmas (affiliate link) Key Takeaways: Undead creatures offer rich thematic and mechanical opportunities in TTRPGs, serving as versatile tools for storytelling and challenge creation.​ Understanding the lore and mechanics of undead can enhance both the GM's ability to craft engaging narratives and the players' capacity to interact meaningfully with these elements.​ Balancing the use of undead in campaigns requires careful consideration to ensure they contribute to the game's depth without disrupting its balance. If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. If you love the show, consider joining us on Patreon, where backers at the $5 and above tiers get ad free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT.Podcast, can chat directly to members of the RPGBOT team and community on the RPGBOT.Discord, and can join us for live-streamed recordings. Support us on Amazon.com when you purchase products recommended in the show at the following link: https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra Twitter: @RPGBOTDOTNET Facebook: rpgbotbotdotnet Bluesky:rpgbot.bsky.social Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games Twitter: @GravenAshes YouTube@ashravenmedia Randall James @JackAmateur Amateurjack.com Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

Mike prepares the next session of his Tales of the Valiant Dragon Empire campaign. Visit the Sly Flourish Blog Subscribe to the Sly Flourish Newsletter Subscribe to the Sly Flourish Podcast Support Sly Flourish on Patreon Buy Sly Flourish Books Midgard Worldbook Tales of the Valiant Obsidian for TTRPGs

The budding circle tells Dallas about the blessings that help give Imbued the Edge against the monsters. Meanwhile, Todd clings to life after his run-in with a pelagic conspirator.Content Warning: Thalassophobia; hospitalization; chapodiphobia; discussions of violence; discussions of loss of self; body horror; physical trauma/bodily harm; loss of control; smoking; language;CastStoryteller: Rob MuirheadDallas McCoppin: Garrett GabbeyJohn Spencer: Tim DavisSopheia "Pheia" Quinn: Erika WebbNiyati "Nat" Chowdhurani: Rebecca SteigelfestTodd Keating: Lex LopezRecordingRebecca SteigelfestEditingRob MuirheadMusicSadness Room by Denis Goncharov, pixabay.comArtLogo: Rob MuirheadCharacter Art: Jay Steel, BlueSkyKo-Fi: ko-fi.com/pathofnightYouTube: YouTube.com/@pathofnightFacebook: Facebook.com/PathofNightPodcastTwitter: @PathofNightPodBluesky: pathofnight.bsky.socialEmail: pathofnightpodcast@gmail.com

What surprises await our kid Dungeons & Dragons players? Serena's mom Sophia sneaks out at night on a solo mission to seek answers about the disappearance of the gods, but something seems off about the new cleric she encounters. Meanwhile, our two youngest heroes' peaceful sleep is interrupted by something or someone unexpected... We are SO THANKFUL for our awesome partners: *Ideas for D&D: @RollAndPlayPress  (10% off with link: bit.ly/TKTRollPlay)  *Kids' D&D Adventures: @dndadventureclub  (10% off code: KIDSTABLE10) *Music provided by @monumentsounds  (fantasy-plus.com, 30% off code: KIDSTABLE) *GM Shield provided by @ntsdgaming4869  (affiliate link: bit.ly/KidsTableDND, 10% off code: TheKidsTable) *Puzzle Box provided by @theshopofmanythings  (affiliate link: theshopofmanythings.com/THEKIDSTABLE) *Maps provided by @1985Games  (1985games.com, 10% off code: KIDSTABLE) *Monster Mini Printing & Painting by Trillium Rose Acres (etsy.com/shop/TrilliumRoseAcres, 15% off code: THEKIDSTABLE) *PC Mini Printing & Painting by @MordenKatiesMagnificentMinis  *PC Mini Custom Design by John from Brazil (instagram.com/dailyheroforge) *Game Host Ember Rest (emberrestplay.com) About us: When kids are at the table, everyone wins! Playing TTRPGs with kids helps develop critical thinking, creativity, communication, collaboration, & confidence - not to mention the connections you'll build around the table. That's why we offer this original, kid-inclusive Dungeons & Dragons show along with tip videos and our own D&D campaigns for kids to help you play TTRPGs with the kids at your own table! For Kids' Campaigns & More: thekidstablednd.com Follow Us: @TheKidsTableDnD on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, & Facebook #dungeonsanddragons #thekidstablednd #dndwithkids #actualplay #ttrpg #familyshow #familygames #kids #adventure #fantasy#drama #storytelling #roleplaying

While we take the week off, we're re-airing a 2023 interview with Rue Dickey, who's currently organizing the TTRPGs for Trans Right Ohio charity bundle on Itch.io. In the episode, Willa and Robin speak to Rue about a similar, very successful bundle they organized for trans charities in Florida two years ago.Listen in as we discuss the realities of fundraising, why tabletop games are so darn gay, what YOU can do to help queer people around you, and of course our mutual love of tieflings. Plus, Rue shares some of their personal picks from the 2023 bundle!Timestamps(00:10) What's going on this week(04:30) Our 2023 interview with RueMentioned this weekTTRPGs for Trans Rights - OhioKaleidoscope Youth CenterTransOhioA 2022 interview between Robin and RueRue's websiteZebra YouthTransinclusive GroupTheWorstGarbage.onlineJoin The Worst Garbage Discord!Follow us and send us questions!Music Street Food by FASSoundsThings are bad right now, but you can help make them better. Please take some time to consider how you can help trans people, immigrants, and others targeted by our fascist government with this Big List Of Links. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Smallest Salutations! Class is back in session and— oh crap, can you lend us five bucks? Because we're playing Broke Wizards! Welcome to a world of instant ramen dinners and pocket trash spell components. You'll learn all about how to play your own broke wizard in this rules breakdown! Listen as Neo guides you through the rules of Broke Wizards, from negotiating with 'The Magic' to managing your paltry sums of Wealth. Thank you to Sabrina Hawthorne for submitting our first community spotlight game victor! We can't wait for you to hear what we've cooked up! Check out Sabrina's work: https://sabrinahawthorne.itch.io/broke-wizards https://sabrinahawthorne.itch.io/   We have a Patreon! Check it out if you want to support us and this podcast! https://patreon.com/TinyTablePodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink As always, if you have any TTRPGs you want us to try out, please email us at tinytablebusiness@gmail.com or contact us at any of the socials below!
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Ever rolled a 6 and thought your character was doomed? Think again. In this episode, the RPGBOT crew dives deep into the art of playing characters with low stats—and why it might just be the best decision you ever make at the table. From bumbling barbarians to clueless clerics and grumpy rogues who can't charm their way out of a paper bag, the hosts break down how weaknesses can drive unforgettable moments in storytelling and gameplay. We explore every major attribute—Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma—and how a “bad” roll can lead to brilliant roleplay. With examples pulled from pop culture, personal campaigns, and creative builds, this episode is a must-listen for players looking to level up their character depth. Whether you're new to TTRPGs or a veteran looking for inspiration, this episode will challenge the way you think about dump stats—and maybe even make you hope for a low roll next time. Links 2024 Player's Handbook (affiliate link) Rizz (short for Charisma) Key Takeaways: Weaknesses aren't a flaw—they're fuel for great storytelling. Dump stats offer unexpected roleplaying gold. Low Strength? You can still be the hero of the story. A clumsy, low-Dex character can shine with the right narrative. Constitution isn't just about HP—it affects how you play every scene. Intelligence can drive your character's logic, even when it's lacking. Low Wisdom can create characters who act before they think—with wild results. Charisma isn't about looks; it's about how your character moves through the world. Characters are defined by their challenges, not their stat bonuses. Every attribute is an opportunity for memorable moments—good or bad. Great roleplay comes from embracing the flaws, not ignoring them. Group dynamics matter—roleplaying low stats should uplift the table, not derail it. Collaboration with the DM can turn a dump stat into a story arc centerpiece. Relatable characters often come from a mix of strengths, flaws, and humanity. Examples like Rocket and Roy Kent show that depth doesn't require perfection. If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. If you love the show, consider joining us on Patreon, where backers at the $5 and above tiers get ad free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT.Podcast, can chat directly to members of the RPGBOT team and community on the RPGBOT.Discord, and can join us for live-streamed recordings. Support us on Amazon.com when you purchase products recommended in the show at the following link: https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra Twitter: @RPGBOTDOTNET Facebook: rpgbotbotdotnet Bluesky:rpgbot.bsky.social Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games Twitter: @GravenAshes YouTube@ashravenmedia Randall James @JackAmateur Amateurjack.com Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

Ever rolled a 6 and thought your character was doomed? Think again. In this episode, the RPGBOT crew dives deep into the art of playing characters with low stats—and why it might just be the best decision you ever make at the table. From bumbling barbarians to clueless clerics and grumpy rogues who can't charm their way out of a paper bag, the hosts break down how weaknesses can drive unforgettable moments in storytelling and gameplay. We explore every major attribute—Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma—and how a “bad” roll can lead to brilliant roleplay. With examples pulled from pop culture, personal campaigns, and creative builds, this episode is a must-listen for players looking to level up their character depth. Whether you're new to TTRPGs or a veteran looking for inspiration, this episode will challenge the way you think about dump stats—and maybe even make you hope for a low roll next time. Links 2024 Player's Handbook (affiliate link) Rizz (short for Charisma) Key Takeaways: Weaknesses aren't a flaw—they're fuel for great storytelling. Dump stats offer unexpected roleplaying gold. Low Strength? You can still be the hero of the story. A clumsy, low-Dex character can shine with the right narrative. Constitution isn't just about HP—it affects how you play every scene. Intelligence can drive your character's logic, even when it's lacking. Low Wisdom can create characters who act before they think—with wild results. Charisma isn't about looks; it's about how your character moves through the world. Characters are defined by their challenges, not their stat bonuses. Every attribute is an opportunity for memorable moments—good or bad. Great roleplay comes from embracing the flaws, not ignoring them. Group dynamics matter—roleplaying low stats should uplift the table, not derail it. Collaboration with the DM can turn a dump stat into a story arc centerpiece. Relatable characters often come from a mix of strengths, flaws, and humanity. Examples like Rocket and Roy Kent show that depth doesn't require perfection. If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. If you love the show, consider joining us on Patreon, where backers at the $5 and above tiers get ad free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT.Podcast, can chat directly to members of the RPGBOT team and community on the RPGBOT.Discord, and can join us for live-streamed recordings. Support us on Amazon.com when you purchase products recommended in the show at the following link: https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra Twitter: @RPGBOTDOTNET Facebook: rpgbotbotdotnet Bluesky:rpgbot.bsky.social Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games Twitter: @GravenAshes YouTube@ashravenmedia Randall James @JackAmateur Amateurjack.com Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

This week, special guest host Steph Campbell discusses the importance of why learning should be fun and how TTRPGs can bring fun to what can be a very complex situation.

In which John and Ben discuss their preoccupation with physical RPG books. We end up all over the place; moving from consumerism, status seeking, and how our hobbies define us.Check out John's new podcast: Zombie StrainsContact Us!splatbookpod@gmail.comThe Splatphone!Roll For Topic

Mike prepares the next session of his Tales of the Valiant Dragon Empire campaign. Visit the Sly Flourish Blog Subscribe to the Sly Flourish Newsletter Subscribe to the Sly Flourish Podcast Support Sly Flourish on Patreon Buy Sly Flourish Books Midgard Worldbook Tales of the Valiant Obsidian for TTRPGs

As the spring has sprung, the boys get a few screws loose as they talk Honkai Star Rail, crossovers in TTRPGs, and some mild cancel culture to spicy up the meal. All of that and more in this super spice episode of Gayme Boys!

In this magically chaotic episode, Matt and AK pull a tarot card, misidentify it, and somehow still use it to unlock a whole conversation about context switching. From the dark arts of time-blocking to the ADHD curse of attention residue, they explore why switching gears is so hard for neurodivergent brains—and what TTRPGs can teach us about emotional regulation, better structure, and giving ourselves a damn break. Plus: Fiestaware, puppets, and why lunch might save your life.

Mike and Danny talk with long time podcast regular Brian! Who is Brian? What kind of TTRPGs does he like? And Brian fan casts Danny and Mike as Pokemon Gym Leaders?!Get your late pledge for the IRCB Zine, Totally Not A Cult: https://ircb.fyi/zineThe Adarvaan #1 Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jdheriford/the-adarvaan-issue-1-heriford-wells-maiolo-wandsThe Song Survives Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/foreignpresscomics/the-song-survives-one-shot-comic/Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:03:21 - Aliens vs. Avengers00:09:02 - Daredevil: The Man Without Fear00:18:07 - Confession00:22:59 - Discord Picks00:23:40 - Ultimate Spider-Man: Married With Children00:26:48 - Daredevil: Cold Day in Hell #100:31:34 - Homestuck00:41:43 - IRCB Panelist Spotlight ft. Brian!01:20:20 - Wrap Support us on Patreon to get access to our Patreon-only series: IRCB Movie Club, Saga of Saga, Giant Days of Our Lives, A Better Batmobile, and more! patreon.com/ircbpodcastEmail: ircbpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @ircbpodcastInstagram: @ircbpodcastDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/E8JUB9sReddit: ireadcomicbooks.reddit.comIRCB GoodreadsMerch: ircbpodcast.com/shop

In the very last Flashlight of Season 3, Jake describes Reilly's rations, Reilly shows off some sound effect finesse, and we commit to a timeline for Season 4. Spoiler alerts for either Inspector Gadget or Mission Impossible, potentially. This was our first time recording one-on-one in the studio in a long time, and we'd really missed it.Listen to the episode to hear what we have in store for Season 4! If you're enjoying the show, and you'd like to support it, here are some ways you can make that hapen:Subscribing and leaving a review helps other people find Campaign Spotlight! When people find the show, they sometimes get in touch with us about cool campaigns, and we interview them on the next season, and that's how we can keep making more episodes.If you'd like to introduce a Season 4 episode in-character as your PC, call that intro in to 724 320 2020. This has been a really fun part of the last couple seasons, and we'd like to keep it going.If you have a cool character or campaign you'd like to show off, feel free to call 724 320 2020 and tell us about it! If you've played it and it was fun and interesting, we'd love to hear about it and feature it in an episode.If you have something you'd like to promote on the show (an actual play, a new game, a work of fiction) that's related to TTRPGs, get in touch with us at campaign.spotlight@gmail.com about advertising. Subscribing to our Patreon helps us pay for production, hosting, and distribution, and also lets us record at more cons and other events.Thanks so much to everyone who's continued to listen to the show! This has been such a fun and rewarding project. We hope you enjoy what's coming next.If you like the music on the show, go check out more of Reilly's music. Follow us wherever you get your podcasts, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. You can also get episodes right from the source at our RSS feed. If you enjoy Campaign Spotlight, consider subscribing to our Patreon. For more on the show, including links to all our social media, visit our website.  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

[The first release of this episode had some of the audio deleted by mistake - now restored]We are playing The Between by Jason Cordova! The Between is a tabletop roleplaying game about a group of mysterious monster hunters in Victorian-era London. They are residents of a place called Hargrave House, and their job is to investigate and neutralize monstrous threats terrorizing the city—threats that Scotland Yard won't or can't handle themselves. As the story progresses, they become aware of the plans of a Moriarty-style criminal mastermind they will eventually have to face in order to save Queen and country. In this episode:Henning-Smit goes to an old friend, and gets some ominous adviceArdent turns to the cards, and gets an ominous visionThe team make their plans and preparation to take down the mastermindPlus: we discuss the dark art of temperature regulationBlack Armada DiscordWe would like to invite our listeners to join the Black Armada discord, where you can hang out with the podcast crew. Join the discord here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/8GAtj9pRYy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CreditsOur players are:Joshua Fox ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/armadajosh.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Becky Annison ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/beckyannison.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Eadwin Tomlinson ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/eadwin.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠Nick Bate ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/ickbat.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sue Elliott ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/suefacetm.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Black Armada create and publish TTRPGs here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://blackarmada.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nick creates and publishes TTRPGs as Ickbat here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ickbat.itch.io/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The music is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Orange Button⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ by Esther Garcia.

WHAT YEAR IS IT!? It's been a very long time, but we're back- for a one-time engagement! Jeff and I dusted off the old mics to reunite and record like old times. We're mainly here to let you all know how we've been, but also to tell you all about a new project I've been working on that's coming out soon! Strap in for a long one, we've got three years' worth of nonsense to catch up on! Question(s) discussed: 1. Hey Gabe and Jeff, what have you been up to for the past three years? 2. How Is the recording and editing process for the actual play different from IPC? 3. Have you guys been guests on any other podcasts? 4. During the last few episodes of the podcast you mentioned playing Pathfinder: are you still playing that (privately)? And how do you like it? 5. What systems have you been playing? Has the "main system" shifted (as in, "used to play mostly 5e, and a little of 2e, now it's mostly 2e" or something like that)? 6. Are you still as passionate about TTRPGs? Why / why not? 7. Did you play Baldur's Gate 3 and how did you like it? 8. Dinner-Party Conflict time. What have you been cooking? 9. How has your (turkey) smoking journey been going Gabe? 10. Any new and exciting RC Cola flavours / stories you want to tell us about? 11. Is RC still the greatest? 12. Are you all interested in maybe hitting up some conventions like gencon in the future? 13. How are the dogs doing? 14. Gabe, how's your brother doing? 15. Will the new show be on the IPC main stream? 16. Are there any new game systems you're interested in trying out soon? 17. Will there be a return to Cloudstralia in the future? 18. If you absolutely had to do it, what do you both think would be the best starting point to making a Final Fantasy-themed campaign setting? 19. Are y'all following Daggerheart at all? What do you think of it? Think it has any real staying power? With Critical Role campaign 3 wrapped up, do you think they'll give a shot moving to it as their main game? 20. Do you feel obligated to throw out the old edition the moment a new one comes out or do you wait until they work the bugs out? 21. Will we finally find out what Gabe's mystery metric was for the episode titles?

Sponsored by the Great Contagion, so deadly the god in charge of reporting on it died by proxy   Welcome to our new game of Exalted (in Fellowship)! We had some IRL friends wanting to get into TTRPGs, so we hosted them a game of Fellowship set in the Exalted universe. The players are new to the hobby, the game and the setting.   The pitch for the game is that it's a full circle Lunar campaign set at the late Shogunate era / onset of the Balorian Crusade. The tone is goofy gonzo, and we play fast and loose with the setting, wrecking things as we go. Initially the players wanted to play something with mechas / warstriders, but we ditched that idea without scaling down the threats they are facing, since hey, it's Fellowship, it's rather forgiving for that ;).   Our cast for this series includes: - Peter as the Overlord Framework, Prince Balor of the Dreadful Gaze - Vanessa as Anastasia Volkova, a No Moon Lunar, the Collector Playbook - Galaxy as Lofar the Greedy, a Full Moon Lunar, the Dwarf Playbook - Jeff as Siegfried, a Full Moon Lunar, the Elf Playbook - Scott as Cat of the Endless Void, Puddle of Unknown Liquid, a Changing Moon Lunar, the Rain Playbook

Are your players constantly asking, “Can I do that on my turn?” Are you tired of DMs crying over bonus actions and stunned conditions? Do you wake up at night wondering if Pathfinder 2 just does it better? In this episode, we dive deep into the tactical jungle that is action economy in TTRPGs. From the stripped-down speed of 5E to the glorious chaos of Pathfinder 2's three-action system, we break down what works, what doesn't, and what might just break your game (in the best way). We cover: Why random encounters might be the most underrated tool in your GM toolbox. The real reason 5E's action economy feels like fighting with one hand tied behind your back. How Pathfinder 2 turned “You get 3 actions” into a strategy masterclass. What the Stormlight Archive RPG is doing that's weird... but kinda brilliant. Why status effects like stunned, slowed, and “oh no, not again” are actually game-defining. The math behind multiple attacks—and why it's both a blessing and a curse. How to level up your online roleplay with better gear, stronger communication, and less awkward silences. This isn't just crunch—it's a full-blown mechanics buffet, with hot takes, cooler heads, and a few unfiltered truths about what makes combat fun (or unbearable). If you've ever cared about how your character moves, strikes, or just desperately tries not to die in initiative order, this episode's for you. Tactical Takeaways from the RPGBOT.Podcast Random encounters create chaos—and legends. The action economy makes or breaks your game's strategy. 5E's simplicity can be limiting. Pathfinder 2 says: “Hold my initiative tracker.” Free actions are powerful. Use them like seasoning—sparingly but effectively. Multi-attack penalties exist for balance—but they still sting. Status conditions aren't just flavor text. They're battlefield game-changers. Pathfinder 2 isn't just complex—it's elegant, once you speak its crunchy language. Stormlight Archive RPG is a sleeper hit in action design. Want better online games? Start with better audio and stronger player connections. If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. If you love the show, consider joining us on Patreon, where backers at the $5 and above tiers get ad free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT.Podcast, can chat directly to members of the RPGBOT team and community on the RPGBOT.Discord, and can join us for live-streamed recordings. Support us on Amazon.com when you purchase products recommended in the show at the following link: https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ 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

Are your players constantly asking, “Can I do that on my turn?” Are you tired of DMs crying over bonus actions and stunned conditions? Do you wake up at night wondering if Pathfinder 2 just does it better? In this episode, we dive deep into the tactical jungle that is action economy in TTRPGs. From the stripped-down speed of 5E to the glorious chaos of Pathfinder 2's three-action system, we break down what works, what doesn't, and what might just break your game (in the best way). We cover: Why random encounters might be the most underrated tool in your GM toolbox. The real reason 5E's action economy feels like fighting with one hand tied behind your back. How Pathfinder 2 turned “You get 3 actions” into a strategy masterclass. What the Stormlight Archive RPG is doing that's weird... but kinda brilliant. Why status effects like stunned, slowed, and “oh no, not again” are actually game-defining. The math behind multiple attacks—and why it's both a blessing and a curse. How to level up your online roleplay with better gear, stronger communication, and less awkward silences. This isn't just crunch—it's a full-blown mechanics buffet, with hot takes, cooler heads, and a few unfiltered truths about what makes combat fun (or unbearable). If you've ever cared about how your character moves, strikes, or just desperately tries not to die in initiative order, this episode's for you. Tactical Takeaways from the RPGBOT.Podcast Random encounters create chaos—and legends. The action economy makes or breaks your game's strategy. 5E's simplicity can be limiting. Pathfinder 2 says: “Hold my initiative tracker.” Free actions are powerful. Use them like seasoning—sparingly but effectively. Multi-attack penalties exist for balance—but they still sting. Status conditions aren't just flavor text. They're battlefield game-changers. Pathfinder 2 isn't just complex—it's elegant, once you speak its crunchy language. Stormlight Archive RPG is a sleeper hit in action design. Want better online games? Start with better audio and stronger player connections. If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. If you love the show, consider joining us on Patreon, where backers at the $5 and above tiers get ad free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT.Podcast, can chat directly to members of the RPGBOT team and community on the RPGBOT.Discord, and can join us for live-streamed recordings. Support us on Amazon.com when you purchase products recommended in the show at the following link: https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ 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

Why do heroes carry bags full of magical snacks, explosive flasks, and glowing goo—only to never use them until it's way too late? In this remastered episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we delve into the role and management of consumable items in tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs), such as potions and scrolls. They explore strategies to make these items useful and engaging, emphasizing their importance as tools for players. Key Takeaways: Effective Management: Proper handling of consumable items can enhance gameplay by providing players with additional resources and strategic options. Player Engagement: Incorporating consumables thoughtfully can make them integral to the gaming experience, encouraging creative problem-solving. Resource Allocation: Deciding when and how to use consumables adds a layer of strategy, influencing the flow and outcome of encounters. Referenced Materials: RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes Treasure Vault for PF2 – RPGBOT.News S3E11 Gold – RPGBOT.Podcast S2E70 RPGBOT.Podcast Episode 11 – The Spooktober Halloween Spectacular Content from RPGBOT.net DnD 5e — Practical Guide to Poisoner, Poison and Poisoning Other Stuff dScryb: I Brew a Potion (affiliate link) Greetings Adventurers podcast For a comprehensive understanding and additional insights, listeners are encouraged to explore the full episode and the materials referenced. If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. If you love the show, consider joining us on Patreon, where backers at the $5 and above tiers get ad free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT.Podcast, can chat directly to members of the RPGBOT team and community on the RPGBOT.Discord, and can join us for live-streamed recordings. Support us on Amazon.com when you purchase products recommended in the show at the following link: https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ 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

Why do heroes carry bags full of magical snacks, explosive flasks, and glowing goo—only to never use them until it's way too late? In this remastered episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we delve into the role and management of consumable items in tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs), such as potions and scrolls. They explore strategies to make these items useful and engaging, emphasizing their importance as tools for players. Key Takeaways: Effective Management: Proper handling of consumable items can enhance gameplay by providing players with additional resources and strategic options. Player Engagement: Incorporating consumables thoughtfully can make them integral to the gaming experience, encouraging creative problem-solving. Resource Allocation: Deciding when and how to use consumables adds a layer of strategy, influencing the flow and outcome of encounters. Referenced Materials: RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes Treasure Vault for PF2 – RPGBOT.News S3E11 Gold – RPGBOT.Podcast S2E70 RPGBOT.Podcast Episode 11 – The Spooktober Halloween Spectacular Content from RPGBOT.net DnD 5e — Practical Guide to Poisoner, Poison and Poisoning Other Stuff dScryb: I Brew a Potion (affiliate link) Greetings Adventurers podcast For a comprehensive understanding and additional insights, listeners are encouraged to explore the full episode and the materials referenced. If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. If you love the show, consider joining us on Patreon, where backers at the $5 and above tiers get ad free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT.Podcast, can chat directly to members of the RPGBOT team and community on the RPGBOT.Discord, and can join us for live-streamed recordings. Support us on Amazon.com when you purchase products recommended in the show at the following link: https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ 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

TTRPGs x Lasers and Feelings x Ecclesiastes 3:1 x Ephesians 4:31-32 x Philippians 4:6-7Your daily crossover of faith and fandom! Experience daily Biblical encouragement from nerdy Christian podcasters, bloggers and content creators. Join the Nerd of Godcast community at www.NOGSquad.com

This Women's History Month we're playing a game written by Natalie Pudim of Luck of the Harbor, a Trans woman who writes wonderful TTRPGs! While Sam and I didn't really stick closely to the rules and didn't explicitly use the moves as written, I would still highly recommend you check out this game! You can find it at: https://luckoftheharbor.itch.io/sapphic-space-piratesCheck out Sam over at Link's Tome - www.linkstomeofadventure.com Music: Retro Future Nasty and Mechanolith by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys discuss WOTC's layoffs of 90% of the developers on the Sigil VTT before opening the discussion to how we all use maps in general. Are they even necessary? Also, the guys rank their top 5 action heroes of all time. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/ezco9j7Sqis Access exclusive podcasts, ad-free episodes, and livestreams with a 30-day free trial with code "GCN30" at jointhenaish.com. Join Troy Lavallee, Joe O'Brien, Skid Maher, Matthew Capodicasa, Sydney Amanuel, and Kate Stamas as they tour the country. Get your tickets today at https://hubs.li/Q03cn8wr0. For more podcasts and livestreams, visit https://hubs.li/Q03cmY380. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode Summary In this episode, the RPGBOT hosts take a deep dive into the origin, design, and legacy of the Pokémon Jr. Adventure Game—a tabletop role-playing game released at the height of the Pokémon craze. Despite achieving strong initial sales, the game was ultimately considered a failure by its creators due to issues surrounding pricing, marketing strategy, and corporate oversight. The discussion navigates through the creative process behind the game, its design for a young audience, and how it served as many players' first introduction to TTRPGs. The episode also reflects on broader topics such as missed opportunities in the tabletop space, the tension between business decisions and creative intent, and what lessons developers and publishers can learn today. Links Bill Slavicsek, designer on Pokemon Jr. Adventure Game https://www.billslavicsek.com/  Youtube Interview about Pokemon Jr with A.A. Voigt Stan! (Steven “Stan” Brown), designer on Pokemon Jr. Adventure Game YouTube Interview with David Wise - Great discussion of the late days of TSR and the early days of D&D and Wizards of the Coast, including the d20 System+OGL era Wikipedia: Steven Stan Brown Pokemon Jr. on Archive.org Wikipedia: Pokemon Other Folks Mentioned in the Episode Ben Riggs, DnD historian https://www.writerbenriggs.com/  Brian Lewis, formerly in legal at WotC, now co-owner of Gen Con and a lawyer at Azoria Law, which manages the ORC license https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-lewis-635b255/  Cindi Rice, brand manager at WotC from 1997-2001 https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindirice/ David Wise, director of WotC publishing group from 1997-2002 https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidwise-legal-communications/ Ryan Dancey, VP and brand manager at Wotc from 1997-2001 https://www.linkedin.com/in/rsdancey/  Main Discussion Points The Genesis of Pokémon Junior Inspired by Pokémon's massive popularity and the need for a child-friendly RPG Designed as a simple, parent-child bonding experience Game mechanics were intuitive and accessible for young children Game Development and Team Dynamics Created by a small, dedicated team Emphasis on storytelling and character interaction over complex mechanics Collaborative design process, shaped by focus groups and child feedback The Paradox of Success and Failure Launched with high expectations and massive initial orders Sold over 800,000 copies in the first year Despite strong sales, it was considered a commercial failure due to pricing and overproduction Marketing and Business Decisions Pricing was initially too high, hindering accessibility Internal sales team competition and lack of communication impacted distribution Marketing decisions were made independently of the designers' input The Impact and Legacy Planned expansions and sequels were ultimately shelved Nostalgia for the game remains strong, particularly among those introduced to RPGs through it Reflections on missed opportunities in extending the brand and community-building Broader Industry Implications Highlights the fragile balance between creativity and profit Demonstrates the importance of aligning marketing with product design Suggests future success depends on community engagement, smart strategy, and risk-taking Key Takeaways The Pokémon Jr. Adventure Game is a notable piece of RPG history despite its short lifespan. High sales numbers can mask deeper structural and strategic failures. Overestimation of demand and poor pricing strategies led to the game's early demise. Designers had little control over critical business decisions, including marketing and pricing. The game was meant to be a gateway for young players into the world of TTRPGs. Focus groups revealed that intuitive, non-text-dependent design was crucial for child audiences. Nostalgia plays a powerful role in how the game is remembered today. Internal company dynamics, including sales team competition, had real impacts on product success. Missed opportunities included additional product lines and long-term brand building. The industry must find ways to support innovation and community engagement to ensure future growth. If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. If you love the show, consider joining us on Patreon, where backers at the $5 and above tiers get ad free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT.Podcast, can chat directly to members of the RPGBOT team and community on the RPGBOT.Discord, and can join us for live-streamed recordings. Support us on Amazon.com when you purchase products recommended in the show at the following link: https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra Twitter: @RPGBOTDOTNET Facebook: rpgbotbotdotnet Bluesky:rpgbot.bsky.social Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games Twitter: @GravenAshes YouTube@ashravenmedia Randall James @JackAmateur Amateurjack.com Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

The Hunters looks to meet up at a dockside diner in Southeastern Massachusetts to meet with the new Imbue and discuss what they know of the post from Violin99 that called them all together.Content Warning: Thalassophobia; discussions of violence; discussions of loss of self;  car crash; physical trauma/bodily harm; loss of control; smoking; language;CastStoryteller: Rob MuirheadDallas McCoppin: Garrett GabbeyJohn Spencer: Tim DavisSopheia "Pheia" Quinn: Erika WebbNiyati "Nat" Chowdhurani: Rebecca SteigelfestTodd Keating: Lex LopezRecordingRebecca SteigelfestEditingRob MuirheadMusicSadness Room by Denis Goncharov, pixabay.comArtLogo: Rob MuirheadCharacter Art: Jay Steel, BlueSkyKo-Fi: ko-fi.com/pathofnightYouTube: YouTube.com/@pathofnightFacebook: Facebook.com/PathofNightPodcastTwitter: @PathofNightPodBluesky: pathofnight.bsky.socialEmail: pathofnightpodcast@gmail.com

Bring the thunder of prehistoric beasts to your tabletop! In this episode, we explore the best resources for running dinosaur-themed TTRPGs. From rulebooks and supplements to setting ideas, encounters, and miniatures, we'll guide you through everything you need to craft epic adventures in the age of dinosaurs. Whether you're running a lost world expedition, time-traveling escapades, or a land untouched by time, these resources will help your game truly roar!

Join our young heroes on their Dungeons & Dragons adventure as they discover a city divided. Uncovering mysteries, lore, and a populace on the brink of conflict, will our heroes uncover the truth in time? We are SO THANKFUL for our awesome partners: *Ideas for D&D: @RollAndPlayPress  (10% off with link: bit.ly/TKTRollPlay)  *Kids' D&D Adventures: @dndadventureclub  (10% off code: KIDSTABLE10) *Music provided by @monumentsounds  (fantasy-plus.com, 30% off code: KIDSTABLE) *GM Shield provided by @ntsdgaming4869  (affiliate link: bit.ly/KidsTableDND, 10% off code: TheKidsTable) *Puzzle Box provided by @theshopofmanythings  (affiliate link: theshopofmanythings.com/THEKIDSTABLE) *Maps provided by @1985Games  (1985games.com, 10% off code: KIDSTABLE) *Monster Mini Printing & Painting by Trillium Rose Acres (etsy.com/shop/TrilliumRoseAcres, 15% off code: THEKIDSTABLE) *PC Mini Printing & Painting by @MordenKatiesMagnificentMinis  *PC Mini Custom Design by John from Brazil (instagram.com/dailyheroforge) *Game Host Ember Rest (emberrestplay.com) About us: When kids are at the table, everyone wins! Playing TTRPGs with kids helps develop critical thinking, creativity, communication, collaboration, & confidence - not to mention the connections you'll build around the table. That's why we offer this original, kid-inclusive Dungeons & Dragons show along with tip videos and our own D&D campaigns for kids to help you play TTRPGs with the kids at your own table! For Kids' Campaigns & More: thekidstablednd.com Follow Us: @TheKidsTableDnD on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, & Facebook #dungeonsanddragons #thekidstablednd #dndwithkids #actualplay #ttrpg #familyshow #familygames #kids #adventure #fantasy#drama #storytelling #roleplaying

Smallest Salutations and welcome Jake (they/them) and Nick (he/him) to our Tiny Table! It's our pleasure to present part one of our interview with the team behind The Magical Land of Yeld! Listen as we discuss Yeld's focus on childhood, comic-book instructions, original dice system, and rich lore! Check out our Patreon for part two of the interview! We have a Patreon! Check it out if you want to support us and this podcast! https://patreon.com/TinyTablePodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink As always, if you have any TTRPGs you want us to try out, please email us at tinytablebusiness@gmail.com or contact us at any of the socials below!
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It's apropos that our first-ever players review of a campaign was for DM Tony's Storm King's Thunder campaign, as our newest iteration has us returning to the frozen world of the original giants in Mana Project Studios Journey to Ragnarok! We bring on return guests Scott (the Terrain Wrangler), Bonnie (the Chaos Engine) and our newest player to join the group, Jen (the Girlfriend!)In this episode, Tony, Chris, and Dave sit down with the other three players to review a campaign that had several adjustments made over the course of it – refining it from a completely open-world sandbox-style campaign to a Monster-of-the-Week style. DMs always have to be adjusting dials, so listen in as we discuss how DM Tony had to adjust for vastly different play types to still create a fun and engaging campaign. DM Chris stated it best: “TTRPGs aren't reliant on lore, backstory, and epic narratives… sometimes its just about getting together and having fun as a group.”2:25 Player and character introductions.7:20 Setting the characters in the world: Origins and Viking Clans!18:35 How much backstory is enough or is it even required? 19:45 The real time adjustment to how you run the game with various types of gamers.27:30 Refining a multitude of adventures, political brinksmanship, and storylines down to a Monster-of-the-Week tour of the Nine Realms.29:20 How new and inexperienced players can help us evolve our DM style.36:00 The players experience between two completely separate campaigns: completely open world and Monster-of-the-Week within the same campaign.41:40 Forest for the trees: Seeing a character's story arc in the macro.44:47 Final Thoughts.

In which John, Jess, and Ben explore how games become vessels that hold our friendships, memories, and the people we've loved. We share the stories of how we met through games and the powerful farewell of a friend whose story ended both in-game and in life. We discuss how through games, we are not just individuals but part of a vast, interconnected web of relationships held by the stories we tell each other.Check out John's new podcast: Zombie StrainsContact Us!splatbookpod@gmail.comThe Splatphone!Roll For Topic

Mike prepares the next session of his Tales of the Valiant Dragon Empire campaign. Visit the Sly Flourish Blog Subscribe to the Sly Flourish Newsletter Subscribe to the Sly Flourish Podcast Support Sly Flourish on Patreon Buy Sly Flourish Books Midgard Worldbook Tales of the Valiant Obsidian for TTRPGs

Rene is one of the founding members of DMs After Dark, and the host of Rene Plays Games, an actual play podcast focused on smaller published TTRPGs. (If you like the kinds of gameplay experiences we feature on this show, you'd really dig it.) We sat down to make something weird, joyful, and really special in a game of The Magical Year of a Teenage Witch.RENE PLAYS GAMES: https://reneplaysgames.podbean.com/DMs AFTER DARK: https://dmsafterdark.podbean.com/THE MAGICAL YEAR OF A TEENAGE WITCH: https://swashtalk.itch.io/the-magical-year-of-a-teenage-witchFOLLOW RENE PLAYS GAMES ON BLUESKY: https://bsky.app/profile/reneplaysgames.bsky.socialALL MY FANTASY CHILDREN: https://moonshotpods.com/all-my-fantasy-children/YAZEBA'S BED & BREAKFAST: https://redcircle.com/shows/yazebas-bed-and-breakfastPARTY OF ONE DISCORD: https://discordapp.com/invite/SxpQKmKSUPPORT JEFF ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/jeffstormerTHEME SONG: Mega Ran feat. D&D Sluggers, “Infinite Lives,” RandomBeats LLC, www.megaran.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/party-of-one-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

DMs Rob and Matt are all by themselves! Get into to your gaming isolation tanks and get ready to play some great solo TTRPGs: Thousand Year Old Vampire Ironsworn Star Trek Adventures: Captain's Log Anamnesis Follow Dungeon Master of None on Blue Sky:  https://bsky.app/profile/dmofnone.bsky.social  https://www.patreon.com/DungeonMasterOfNone  Join the DMofNone Discord! Music: Pac Div - Roll the Dice, Roy Orbison - Only the Lonely.  

Wanting to create your own world full of thriving cultures, intriguing locations, interesting mechanics, and clever characters but you're struggling to figure out HOW? Well, you've come to the right place. Teaching Assistant Doug Grosser assists us in delving into the vast world of worldbuilding to share with us the structure of design, the methods of diving into details, and preparing everything you need to throw your characters into the world of your imagination! Come learn all the tips and tricks you'll need to build your world! Check Out Doug's Voice-Acting If you were as entranced by Doug's voices during this episode as we were and want to work with him on a project you're developing desperate for a phenomenal voice, then check out Doug's VO Resume Site and get in contact with him today. You won't be disappointed! We hope you're learning a lot from your attendance at SZU, and that you continue listening as classes are released! Additionally, feel free to follow us using the social links below, or by clicking the icons. Feel free to share our show with anyone who loves Dungeons and Dragons, other TTRPGs, and actual-play podcasts! Finally, if you would be so kind, we would appreciate a review on whatever platform you're listening from. It would mean a lot and help to support our podcast and allow us to grow! Thanks so much for listening! Social Media LinkTree - A Full List of Our Links Instagram - @SessionZeroHeroes Facebook - @SessionZeroHeroes Bluesky - @szhpodcast.bsky.social X- @Session0Heroes © 2023 Session Zero Heroes. All rights reserved.

What happens when you combine the awe of dinosaurs with the storytelling magic of tabletop RPGs? In this episode, we dive into how to bring these prehistoric beasts to life in your games—whether it's a lost world setting, time travel adventure, or dino-riding fantasy epic!

Today we are taking a quick break to cross post this fun podchats episode that we did with Dan and Amanda over at Stories Podcast our sister show. Michael has created a brand new story telling and adventure game that you can play using legos, action figures, stuffed animals, or whatever toys you have laying around the house. This exciting new game is called InfiniBrix and the KickStarter for his project just launched today! Listen in to learn more, or go to infinibrix.com.

If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: professorgame.com/freecommunity-web What if the characters we play in games reveal more about who we truly are?

Welcome back to the One Shot Derby, the character creation competition between three different TTRPGs! Now that we've played four games, The People will vote on which game we'll play out.This week, we're playing True Crime Podcast Game by Eric Silver. A podcast really is a death cult. We're sending the text version of TCPG to all Patrons, so keep an eye out.VOTE for the One Shot Derby winner for the next two weeks here: http://jointhepartypod.com/voteHousekeeping- LIVE IN PORTLAND, March 23! Get your tickets at jointhepartypod.com/liveFind Us Online- website: jointhepartypod.com- patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod- instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod- bluesky: bsky.app/profile/jointhepartypod.com- twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod- tumblr: jointhepartypod.tumblr.com- facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod- merch & music: jointhepartypod.com/merchCast & Crew- Game Master, Co-Producer: Eric Silver- Co-Host, Co-Producer: Brandon Grugle- Co-Host, Co-Producer: Julia Schifini- Co-Host, Co-Producer: Amanda McLoughlin- One Shot Derby edited by: Mischa Stanton- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude Podcasts: https://multitude.productionsAbout UsJoin the Party is an actual play podcast with tangible worlds, genre-pushing storytelling, and collaborators who make each other laugh each week. We welcome everyone to the table, from longtime players to folks who've never touched a roleplaying game before. Hop into our current campaign, a pirate story set in a world of plant- and bug-folk, or marathon our completed stories with the Camp-Paign, a MOTW game set in a weird summer camp, Campaign 2 for a modern superhero game, and Campaign 1 for a high fantasy story. And once a month we release the Afterparty, where we answer your questions about the show and how we play the game. New episodes every Tuesday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome back to the One Shot Derby, the character creation competition between three different TTRPGs! After we play all four(!!) games, The People will vote on the game in which we'll play out the one shot.This week, we're playing The Great Soul Train Robbery by Alexi Sargeant. The entire podcast is a morality play, when you think about it.Look out for the voting link for the One Shot Derby winner NEXT TUESDAY!Housekeeping- LIVE IN PORTLAND, March 23! Get your tickets at jointhepartypod.com/liveFind Us Online- website: jointhepartypod.com- patreon: patreon.com/jointhepartypod- instagram: instagram.com/jointhepartypod- bluesky: bsky.app/profile/jointhepartypod.com- twitter: twitter.com/jointhepartypod- tumblr: jointhepartypod.tumblr.com- facebook: facebook.com/jointhepartypod- merch & music: jointhepartypod.com/merchCast & Crew- Game Master, Co-Producer: Eric Silver- Co-Host, Co-Producer: Brandon Grugle- Co-Host, Co-Producer: Julia Schifini- Co-Host, Co-Producer: Amanda McLoughlin- One Shot Derby edited by: Mischa Stanton- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude Podcasts: https://multitude.productionsAbout UsJoin the Party is an actual play podcast with tangible worlds, genre-pushing storytelling, and collaborators who make each other laugh each week. We welcome everyone to the table, from longtime players to folks who've never touched a roleplaying game before. Hop into our current campaign, a pirate story set in a world of plant- and bug-folk, or marathon our completed stories with the Camp-Paign, a MOTW game set in a weird summer camp, Campaign 2 for a modern superhero game, and Campaign 1 for a high fantasy story. And once a month we release the Afterparty, where we answer your questions about the show and how we play the game. New episodes every Tuesday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.