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Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesCharacter Alchemy: Wicked EditionIn this episode, our favorite Gardeners take a trip to the Emerald City—not to bring Elphaba and Glinda back to your D&D table directly, but to use a little Alchemy to understand just what it is about them that is so... Popular.What can the misunderstood, magically gifted outsider teach us about creating compelling spellcasters? How can the bubbly, ambitious socialite inform a fresh take on your next spunky heartthrob of a character? Come find out!!Join Caitie and Soren as they break down the core traits, arcs, and dynamics of Wicked's iconic wi...2025-05-071h 05Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesDnD AITA - Round 2!Awwww man, the Gardeners are back at it again- getting into the WEEDS of r/DnDAITA! Join us this week as Soren and Caitie get back into the thick of it: reading over some recent posts in the subreddit and handing out some judgements on who is or isn't the AO! So come grab a seat and listen in, as they parse through some wild situations! (and also spend some time reminding everyone how important proper grammar is)------------------------Edited by TJ (Teedge) Hargrove------------------------2025-04-231h 19Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesAsk the Roses - Advice x2Well Rosebuds, it's that time of the bi-weekly-rotation again. Y'all have questions, and the Gardeners have answers!Join Caitie and Soren as they answer some recently submitted questions from the community! If you have a question about gameplay, mechanics, roleplay or anything else D&D(or any other TTRPG) related, send it on in! Either reach out on one of our socials or email the Gardeners at chromoroses@gmail.com - We can't wait to hear from you!------------------------Edited by TJ (Teedge) Hargrove------------------------Follow...2025-04-091h 00Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesAdventurer CoreThis week in the Rose Garden, things are getting serious. No, not like "promise rings"-serious, like "my baby just took their first steps"-serious! Cuz we're talkin' D&D AESTHETICS.Join Soren and Caitie as they work through their process of how to brainstorm, create, and describe TTRPG character aesthetics! Listen in or watch along as they create four unique and intriguing individuals from nothing more than simple prompts!------------------------Edited by TJ (Teedge) Hargrove------------------------Follow us on Insta ⁠⁠⁠@Chromatic_Roses⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagra...2025-03-261h 10Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesLets Organize Your Spells!Have you ever sat down at a D&D session zero and thought, "this time, I'm playing a spell caster", only to immediately fold on that idea as soon as you looked over a spell list? Well, it's more common than you may think. "Spell Stress"* affects millions** of would-be casters every year. If only there were easier ways to break it all down and keep your spells straight... Oh, wait, there are. This week in the Rose Garden, Caitie and Soren break down their go-to solutions for keeping...2025-03-1248 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesLets Talk Character Sheets!Hey Rosebuds! This week we're back in the Rose Garden with Soren and Caitie as they go over their HOT(not really) takes on different types of character sheets and their uses! So come on in and grab seat while they navigate through this sheet load of options.I'll see myself out.------------------------Edited by TJ (Teedge) Hargrove------------------------Follow us on Insta ⁠⁠⁠@Chromatic_Roses⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/chromatic_roses/Like us on Facebook at Chromatic Roseshttps://www.facebook...2025-02-261h 08Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesD&D AITA!?This week in the Rose Garden we're checking in on everyone's favorite website - Reddit! Join Caitie and Soren as they read through D&D AITA posts and dish out their hot takes.* *Not all takes may actually be hot and may be more of a neutral lukewarm? But still a "take" none the less.If you have an d&d related question/or horror story and want some advice, drop them in the comments or email us at chromaroses@gmail.com!------------------------Edited by TJ (Teedge-the-Frieren-stan) Hargrove...2025-02-121h 16Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesCharacter Alchemy: Frieren EditionYou know when you're trying to leave a social engagement but your parental unit keeps talking to someone at the party, dragging their feet, and you want to tell them to hurry the heck up? Now just imagine that parent is also an elf,(who isn't related to you) is so powerful that they could level your workplace with a flick of their wrist, and is sometimes emotionally inept. (that may not take much imagination!) Now you have a Frieren! This week, join Soren and Caitie in the Rose Garden as they...2025-01-2956 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesVibes and Thrives times Five!It is that time once again in the Garden to check in on our two favorite(and only) Gardeners to find out what they have been up to when not in front of the camera! Commonly known fact: They do exist outside of the frame you see them in. Little known maybe-fact: The 'J' in "TJ" stands for "Jelilah". This week it's time for Vibes and Thrives, for a fifth time! So grab a warm cup of something cozy and join Caitie and Soren as they catch us up on everything they've been achieving...2025-01-1549 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesAsk The Roses - ADVICEFrom the outside looking in, you're likely to have LOTS of questions about Dungeons and Dragons. Like, how do you even play? Why so many dice? Who do I talk to in order to get an invite? Who decides what the story is about? Can I eat the dice? What if I don't like my character? Do the dice taste good? What if my tummy hurts(not from eating dice)? Well, if you've wondered any amount of these surface level concerns, or even had some deeper ones, you have stumbled into the right episode! ...2025-01-011h 34Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesChromatic Clues, A Sorcatia SessionLast we saw Sorcatia, she was going full-send into a bed fit for royalty, ready to rest up after her long day of travel. Now, fully rested and ready to attack the next day, she is greeted by a new friend to continue her adventure with!! This week in the Rose Garden, Caitie and Soren return to co-pilot Sorcatia as TJ plays as everyone and everything else(aka the DM)! Join us as we explore the next leg of our witty bard's journey, as she makes friends, makes bad ability checks, and stumbles into...2024-12-1138 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesReprieve on the Road, a Sorcatia SessionAfter a long day of errands, mimics, and social anxiety- there is nothing like a long, lavish rest from the road. And it's even sweeter when it's free! This week in the Garden, Soren and Caitie are back to co-pilot Sorcatia in their D&D live play! TJ returns to DM as our favorite gardeners guide their character through a lavish tavern, as Sorcatia and Zendo take a much deserved rest and reprieve before continuing on with the next leg of their journey. ------------------------------------------------------------ Edited by TJ (Teedge) Hargrove 2024-11-2748 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesWe made Another Resource! For you!Roleplaying in a TTRPG is obviously super important, 'cuz it's right there in the name (the RP part). But in order to do that effectively, you need to have a good foundation. A place to summon those traits and motivations from, in order to really put the oomph into your character moments. That place? It's a little town called "Backstory". This week in the Rose Garden, join Caitie and Soren as they walk through a resource made JUST FOR YOU! (and every other rosebud) The Rose's VIB is here and available to help hone...2024-11-131h 05Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesWe made free D&D guides, for you!This week in the Rose garden, join Soren and Caitie as they take a tour through the Rose's Roleplay Reference Guide- a free resource that they made for YOU! This guide is a worksheet that can aid a player in really narrowing the scope of their character's attributes and hone in on the specifics of how they want to act and feel to play. So join your favorite gardeners this week for a demonstration on how to apply this guide to your next character! ------------------------------------------------------------ Edited by TJ (Teedge) Hargrove ------------------------------------------------------------2024-10-3051 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesThe 5 Types of Players around your TableA wise man once said to "Know thy enemy", but like, the DM usually has that covered. So how about we consider what our allies are like instead? Whether you're a seasoned guild member or budding adventurer, understanding how the personalities above the table shape the game happening on it is key to crafting a great experience. This week in the Rose garden, join Caitie and Soren as they explore five unique player archetypes based on behaviors during gameplay—from the meticulous strategist to the improvising storyteller. Tune in for insights, laughs, and tips on how to em...2024-10-161h 24Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesCharacter Alchemy: Alastor Edition!As the leaves fall and the temperature travels alongside them, here in the Garden we like to take some time to reflect on the important questions. For instance: how many pumpkin-flavored things are too many? What is the most efficient way to layer for 50 degree mornings to 80 degree afternoons? And perhaps most importantly; if you want to play as an extremely spooky and mysterious lil deviant in a game of D&D, who should you draw inspiration from?? Well, we answer one of those questions in this episode, and it's not the layering one. ...2024-10-021h 05Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesGood, Evil, and Everything In Between: Exploring AlignmentsThis week in the Garden, we have a few little surprises for you, Rosebuds. Perhaps it's just our Chaotic Good side showing through, and if you're not sure what that means ~well don't you worry~ because we are going to be addressing that and every other bit of alignment this week! Join Caitie & Soren in the garden this week while they refresh everyone's memory on the Alignment chart, where it came from, and how it's used! Plus a few other little bonus ideas and methods for flushing out your TTRPG character's motivations. All that...2024-10-0255 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesQuadruple the Vibes 'n' ThrivesRosebuds, it is that time again. Time to stretch out, or maybe cozy up, and roll some hit dice and take it easy for a bit. That's right, we're taking a short rest this week, so you know what that means! This week in the rose garden, Soren & Caitie are catching us up on all the things they've been vibin' and thrivin' with over the last few months. (And TJ has some interjections as well) From games and art, to just enjoying some fresh air, come listen in on what our two favorite gardeners have been up...2024-09-0439 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesAvoid These Mistakes if You're New to D&D!Whats that, hun? You had a bad dream that you went to your first D&D session and forgot something super important? Well it couldn't have been your dice, you keep those babies strapped. And it couldn't have been your PHB, since you keep a spare one in your sock. Well, better listen to this week's episode just in case, maybe they'll bring it up. This week in the Rose Garden, Caitie & Soren go over 5 common "Woh-ohs" that they either made as new players, or have witnessed other players make. From RP, to Combat, to just good...2024-08-2142 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesExplore a Whole New WorldThis week in the Rose Garden, the Gardeners are exploring new frontiers! Tag along as Caitie and Soren review a LARGE list of TTRPG settings, explore ideas of different styles, and discuss what some of their ideal games and settings would be! So buckle up rosebuds, we're going for a ride. Video episodes now available on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠@Chromatic_Roses⁠⁠⁠ ------------------------------------------------------------ Edited by TJ Hargrove ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow us on Insta ⁠⁠⁠@Chromatic_Roses⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/chromatic_roses/ Like us on Facebook at Chromatic Roses h...2024-08-0748 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesLife Lesson: 37 Don’t Trust Every Chest You Find on the RoadSome chests have fun stuff, like gold or candy, inside. Other chests, perhaps, think that you're the fun stuff that should be inside. iykyk. This week in the Rose Garden, Soren and Caitie co-pilot Sorcatia in the next installment of her adventure! So come along with us as we finish this next leg of the journey! ------------------------------------------------------------ Edited by TJ Hargrove ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow us on Insta ⁠⁠⁠@Chromatic_Roses⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/chromatic_roses/ Like us on Facebook at Chromatic Roses https://www...2024-07-2444 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesTurn D&D Into a Work of ArtThe lore of how much our favorite gardeners LOVE d&d is plentiful, to say the least. However, an area that has been less explored are all of the other beloved hobbies that (sometimes) overlap with d&d! Time to update the Wiki doc, lore nerds. This week in the Rose Garden, Caitie and Soren discuss all of their favorite hobbies that have either bled into their d&d sessions, or vice-versa! From doodles to video games, they'll be filling you in on all of it. So get comfy, grab some snacks, and kick back in the...2024-07-101h 03Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesOwing Dues: A Perilous JourneySORCATIA IS READY TO ADVENTURE! ... Oh, just running errands? Hmm. Well, she can probably find a way to make it more difficult for herself and then turn it into an adventure!! This week in the Rose Garden, Soren and Caitie co-pilot Sorcatia on her first adventure! Join our Gardeners and their DM, TJ, as they learn how to share the reigns of a player character while fulfilling the quest that YOU, ROSEBUDS, voted for! Video Episodes now available on Youtube @Chromatic_Roses⁠⁠⁠ ------------------------------------------------------------ Edited by TJ Hargrove ...2024-06-2659 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesCharacter Alchemy: Steven Universe EditionDo you regularly find yourself singing about your favorite ice cream sandwiches? Enjoy aimlessly wandering around in alien ruins with a child-like sense of wonder? Do you like giant women? Then, perhaps you're actually Steven Universe! ... You're not? ... Well, you don't have to tell the other players at the table that. BECAUSE--- This week in the Rose Garden, we are back with another session of Character Alchemy! This time, Caitie and Soren are whipping up a little spell for you to capture the essence of the one and only Steven Universe! So tune in while they break down Steven's...2024-06-1240 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesThe History of D&D: Satanic Panic(Content warning: discussion of religious themes and cases of, but not specific details about, self harm and deaths in the fairly-distant past) Demons? Witches?? Satanic Rituals?!? Wait... None of that? Just dice and pizza and... make believe? Hunh. But that's not what the news said! This week in the Rose Garden, Soren and Caitie are continuing on through the History of D&D by expanding upon the era known as the "Satanic Panic". Did D&D instigate devil worship? Did the game make children go missing? Did every player immediately become a dice goblin? Well...2024-05-2952 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesThe Complexity PrincipleIf you're trying too hard to look cool, you're only going to look like a fool... to yourself. Because making a complicated D&D character may sound like a great idea to begin with, but in reality, you might only be making your life harder. And life's (hard enough) like this already, so may just chill out and lay back, because complicated has already been done before. Maybe lets just... keep it simple? This week in the Rosegarden, Caitie and Soren discuss how complicated characters have gotten in their way in the past, and how they have...2024-05-1535 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesThrice the Vibes and ThrivesHey, you know what they say, "Third time's the charm", and we wouldn't want to risk NOT charming you, right rosebuds? Exactly. You deserve it. This week in the rosegarden, Soren and Caitie catch up on what all they have been Vibin' and Thrivin' with over the last few months! So come on in and take it easy with us this week, there's a little bit of everything in this one! ------------------------------------------------------------ Video episodes now available on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠@Chromatic_Roses⁠⁠⁠ ------------------------------------------------------------ Edited by TJ Hargrove ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow us on Insta...2024-05-0156 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesSo You Think You’re CollaboratingWhat if we told you your table isn’t collaborating, but rather reacting? This week in the Rose Garden, Caitie and Soren dig deep to unravel the nuances between reacting vs. collaborating. Do you think one is better than the other? Find out if you are a true collaborator at the table! Video episodes now available on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠@Chromatic_Roses⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Insta @chromatic_roses and on Facebook! Email us! chromaroses@gmail.com -------------------- Sound effects by Pixabay and Floraphonichttps://pixabay.com/sound-effects/cute-level-up-1-189852/Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.in...2024-04-1740 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesCharacter Alchemy: Buffy Edition! Question for you, rosebud... Are you into 90's shows? Or, perhaps hot vampires? Maybe a little dash of the occult? Or, even more taboo... DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS? Well if so, then grab your stake and strap in, because we have the episode for you! This week in the rose garden, Soren and Caitie use some ancient magic to show players how to summon the spirit of The Slayer into their own character sheet! But wait a minute rosebud, they aren't showing you how to be Buffy. No, there can only be one Slayer. This week, you'll learn...2024-04-031h 28Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesThe Adventure Begins...It's time, Rosebuds. You're old enough now, you've been through all the seasons. You see, when a couple of players love a game very much, they take a pencil and some paper and make them do a special little dance together. And then BOOM you have a character. This week in the Garden, Caitie and Soren combine their wit, creativity, and goblin energy to birth a spectacular fusion that only a couple of midwest-ttrpg-women could conceive. So grab some snacks, a bevvy, and get ready to welcome a new bud to the Rose Garden!2024-03-201h 12Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesHistory Check: Critical SuccessDon't you hate it when gate keepers hear you mention D&D, so they cross the entire room just to get in your bubble and say "OH, so you think you're a real D&D fan? Then name at least 12 fun facts about the history of it!"?? Well, it just so happens that this episode will teach you exactly that. This week in the garden, Soren and Caitie take us back to where D&D began~ in the 1970's basements and garages of wargame enthusiasts, and trace it's history all the way up to now! So, Rosebuds...2024-03-061h 14Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesStarting at Level OneRosebuds, always remember to be careful when you are exploring out in the tall grass. You never know what might jump out at-- WOAH, A WILD EMILY HAS APPEARED!! That's right, back-to-back interviews! This week in the garden, Caitie and Soren visit with our great friend Emily- a newer(ish) player within the TTRPG/D&D realms- to ask her opinions on a number of topics as well as find out what kept bringing her back to the table, time after time. So scooch on in, grab a snack, and settle down- its friendtime now. 2024-02-2146 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesListen To Your EldersWoah, what's this, rosebuds? There's a new human in the garden this week! Who left the gate unlocked? It was probably TJ. Well, lucky for us, our surprise visitor is non-other than our friend Laura Lynn! This week in the garden, Soren and Caitie sit down with Laura Lynn to pick her brain on multiple topics from character creation and roleplaying tips to other rpg systems and more! So find yourself a spot and sit on it, because we have some learning to do! Video episodes now available on YouTube ⁠@Chromatic_Roses⁠ 2024-02-0737 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesYour Title Here! Persephone EditionMaybe it's a lore dump, or maybe it's alchemy? Whatever it is, it's hoot and a half. This week in the rose garden, Caitie and Soren begin a new series! Join them this week as they break down elements of a popular character in media to build an inspired player character for the table! So come on in, cozy up in the Rose Garden, and help them name this new series! ... No, seriously. Send suggestions. We don't know what to call this thing. Our inbox is wide open. ------ 2024-01-241h 07Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesUgh, Collab with Me!Do you ever come up with a silly-wittle-roleplaying-idea, only to have your friend get super jazzed about it and push you into doing it? Well if not, then we are those friends now and this is your push! This week in the garden, and now, FOR THE FIRST TIME IN VIDEO, Soren and Caitie talk about the importance of other players' voices at the table, having your friends' backs during RP, and how crucial 'yes, and'-ing is to allowing your story and fellow players to blossom. So buckle up, buddercups, we've got a story to tell. 2023-12-271h 11Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesMain Character Energy: Why Solo Adventures Help The StorySometimes you're just... built different, ya know? Like, no one else at the table gets it, but your DM does. That's exactly why they're about to drop some sauce on your backstory with a 1 on 1 sesh. This week, Caitie & Soren spend time revisiting some of their favorite solo sessions, break down exactly why they're so important for players, and how they help progress the story. Sound effects by Pixabay Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/2023-12-1343 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesCh-ch-ch-changes: Character EvolutionCongratulations! Your Aloof-Mysterious-Bad-Girl Character has evolved into a Deeply-Invested-Mother-Hen! In this weeks episode Soren & Caitie journey into the heart of character evolution. Discover the intricate balance between motivation and aspiration with a sprinkle of intrigue. So put on your trainers and get ready for some XP, because it's time for character development! Sound effects by Pixabay Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/ Editing TJ: "I am offended by Caitie's Roll With It answer. My answer would be...2023-11-2954 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesThe Prologue: Everybody Needs a Little ContextEveryone likes a good story, so let's make yours a great one! This week Caitie and Soren reveal some of the methods they employ to craft backstories for their characters, and offer some observations, tips, and resources for backstory-crafters new and old! So kick your feet up and stay a while, lets swap some backstories. Ginny Di's "Backstories don't have to be tragic to be interesting" The Ultimate RPG Character Backstory Guide by James D'Amato Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram...2023-11-1544 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesCharacter Creation Station: From Segment, to Full EpisodeCHOO CHOOOOO- Better jump aboard quick, Rosebuds, because the train is heading off! This week, Soren and Caitie spend a whole episode at the character creation station as they engineer a new PC. So grab a ticket and find your seat, its time to blow off some steam. Check out the Roleplay Reference Guide here! Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/ Editing TJ: Is this podcast about trains, now? What is this?2023-11-0159 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesLore Dump: How to Manage Two BrainsIf you know, maybe you actually don't? This week Caitie and Soren work through how they take notes, role play, and employ discretion to distinguish between what they know as players that their characters do not. Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/2023-10-1856 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesTwice the Vibes & ThrivesPrepare yourself for a low key V&T! In this episode, Soren and Caitie are back to recap some of their big events from this summer and share where they have encountered joy and success in their daily lives. So grab a comfy bervagino and settle in, it's time to vibe! (& thrive!) Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/2023-10-041h 07Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesBeing Married at the TableThis topic is brought to you by our audience! This week Caitie and Soren interview TJ Hargrove - also husband, also friend, also local DM, and player in our current campaign - for the inside scoop on what it's like to play with his wife at the table. Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/ Music interlude by Sergei Chetvertnykh2023-06-281h 30Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesSecrets of a DMYou've encountered a wild DM! And luckily for you, he's dishing all the secrets! This week Soren and Caitie interview Sam Ninegar - husband, friend, and local DM - for all the ins and outs of what it takes and how he finds success with leading games of Dungeons and Dragons. Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/2023-06-141h 11Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesThe One No One Asked ForEveryone's already seen it, but why not talk about it anyway! This week Soren and Caitie review the D&D movie! After everyone else! This one is probably much different than all the others though... Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/2023-05-3139 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesFootball, Corn Fields, and Nat 20sLiving in Nebraska ain't always easy for the nerds! But, it's the other half of the root of our unique perspective. This week Caitie and Soren discuss what it's like to play D&D in the Midwest! Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/2023-05-171h 09Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesWait, what was this show about?Getting into just what started this podcast in the first place, Caitie and Soren get into what it's like playing D&D as women and their hopes for the future of women in TTRPGs. Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/ 2023-05-031h 01Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesVibin' and Thrivin'Grab a cozy beverage and get ready for friendship! In this episode, Soren and Caitie try something new! Instead of their regularly scheduled D&D content, they chat about things they are into and wins they've experienced lately! Caitie's Villian Arc Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4KFzM2sYBArvzOnqhaIpSR?si=7b5a8262841a46c8 TJ's Lo-fi playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0YaK8ztRsHayVcZq0BJaUZ?si=7d5cec1cc43347bb Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/2023-04-191h 01Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesWhat's in our Bag of Holding?It's like an unboxing video, but for your ears! In this episode, Caitie and Soren discuss their top 5 session must-haves. Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/2023-04-0536 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesPaper or Digital - The Notetaking DivideEveryone has notetaking preferences. Some prefer the physicality of writing in a notebook... Some prefer typing for ease and adaptability... Some don't take notes at all. So, who's right? In this episode, Soren and Caitie dig into their own notetaking preferences and why they have them. Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/2023-03-0857 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesManifesting Too Hard: A Study in GriefTrigger Warning: Death and Grief! Skip if you need to, and take care of yourselves! Long episode warning!! It was only a matter of time... This week Soren and Caitie have a real-time discussion about what happens when you talk about your PC possibly dying every other week on your D&D podcast... Spoiler alert - it ain't good. Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumble Wintersong by Alexander Nakarada | https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons...2023-02-211h 52Chromatic RosesChromatic RosesStuck in Character CreationSo, you want to play TTRPGs?? Well, first, you're going to need a character! In this episode, Caitie and Soren go step by step through how they create their characters, what inspires them, and who's next on their list to play! Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/2023-02-0852 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesEquipping the Mindset: Gearing up and Winding DownA lot goes into D&D - keeping track of your abilities, facing conflict, and taking risks... In this episode, Soren and Caitie discuss what they do before and after a session to care for themselves and their mindset! Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/2023-01-2449 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesThe Five Commandments of being a Good PlayerThere are five rules every good TTRPG player should follow... at least according to us! In this episode, Caitie and Soren each bring five things they think go into being a good player. By the end, they'll have one combined and ranked list of everything you need to be your DM's favorite! Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/2023-01-1159 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesCombat Strategy: The Thorn in my SideTime for the second pillar of TTRPGs - combat! In this episode, Soren and Caitie get into combat - what it is, how it is, and more. Turns out this is a bittersweet topic... Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/2022-12-2850 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesRoleplaying: It’s not what you think…It's the first of two pillars of TTRPGs - roleplaying! In this episode, Caitie and Soren get into the best, worst, how-to of roleplaying! Download Rose's Roleplayin Reference Guide - https://diamond-sousaphone-1a2.notion.site/Rose-s-Roleplayin-Reference-Guide-96e9020910cf46a5b50160045af3b932 Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/2022-12-1452 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesGames of Future PastLessons learned, memorable moments, and hopes for the future! In this episode, Soren and Caitie recount their first campaigns and give a glimpse of the campaigns they are currently in. Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/2022-11-3050 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesHello, I'm Dungeons and Dragons, and you are...?First, let us introduce ourselves! In this inaugural episode, Caitie and Soren let you in on who they are, what brought them to the D&D table, and what keeps them there.  Music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/2022-11-1638 minChromatic RosesChromatic RosesChromatic Roses TrailerWelcome to Chromatic Roses! We are about to get rolling... stay tuned for Episode 1. Make sure you follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to be the first to know when drop the next episode.2022-10-2300 min