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Trailblazer AcademyClass Overview: Core - Monk (1E)Detailed overview of the 1E Monk class published in the Core Rulebook.
Caleb's audio may sound strange due to him using a new mic he had incorrectly configured. Future episodes will not have this problem.
2021-07-0459 minTrailblazer Academy101 - Basic Mechanics (2E)This episode is a must-listen for any first-time Pathfinder 2E players. Professors Caleb and Rob go over the basic mechanics of the game with something for new and knowledgeable players alike.
2020-08-0631 minTrailblazer AcademyBook Review: Core Rule Book (2E)This episode reviews the Core Rule Book (2E).
2020-07-011h 03Trailblazer Academy314 - Metagaming [ft. Marcus 'djWHEAT' Graham from Twitch.tv]This episode covers the differences between good and bad metagaming. Featuring special guest Marcus 'djWHEAT' Graham, Head of Creator Development at Twitch.
Visit djWHEAT's twitch channel here: https://www.twitch.tv/djwheat
2020-07-0157 min
Trailblazer AcademyWe're Out of Hiatus!We're out of Hiatus! We've renamed the podcast Trailblazer Academy and new episodes will be coming out for both 1st and 2nd edition, alongside remasters of our back catalog!
2020-07-0107 min
Trailblazer AcademyBook Review: Advanced Player's Guide (1E) [clean]This episode reviews the Advanced Player's Guide (1E).
This is a clean version of this episode. You can find the full episode with 40 minutes of additional content on this feed.
2019-04-2550 minTrailblazer AcademyBook Review: Advanced Player's Guide (1E)This episode reviews the Advanced Player's Guide (1E).
There is a clean version of this episode on this feed as well, should you prefer that.
2019-04-251h 29Trailblazer Academy320 - Comedy [ft. Brockett Vola & Dan Hall from Biggest Fan Podcast]This episode covers ideas on how to utilize comedy in your game. Featuring Brockett Vola & Dan Hall from the Biggest Fan Podcast.
This episode had to be recorded via Skype and all on one track, as such there is reduced audio quality - our apologies.
2019-02-211h 19Trailblazer AcademyClass Overview: Core - Rogue (1E) [ft. Dan Tharp from Paizo]Detailed overview of the 1E Rogue class published in the Core Rulebook. Featuring Dan Tharp from Paizo.
2019-02-031h 07Trailblazer AcademyBook Review: Ultimate Psionics (1E) (3P)This episode covers the 3rd party 1E book Ultimate Psionics published by Dreamscarred Press.
This episode was sponsored. Want to sponsor an episode? Visit http://www.tblazer.net/sponsor-an-episode for details.
2019-01-011h 17Trailblazer Academy2nd Edition Playtest FeedbackAfter having a lot of experience with the Pathfinder 2nd Edition Playtest we're ready to give you our feedback on the playtest system. From playing through and GMing the entire Playtest Adventure Path Doomsday Dawn on the feedback schedule, to GMing our own home games afterword, we spent a lot of time with the system.
We will be discussing the system at it's most current updated state (1.6). This episode was recorded on 12/19.
2018-12-204h 14Trailblazer Academy312 - GM FiatThis episode covers how to handle GM Fiat and lying to your players.
2018-12-1345 minTrailblazer Academy150th Episode Special [ft. Mark Moreland from Paizo]Join us as we celebrate 150 episodes of quality teachings the only way we know how - talking about Catfolk! Featuring special guest, Paizo's own Franchise Manager, Mark Moreland!
2018-12-0643 min
TrailblazersSeason 2 Q&A (part 2)This is a Q&A session with Caleb, Christian, and Tim that occurred a year after the finale. We answer fan-submitted questions.
The campaign lasted from 10/14/16 - 7/30/17.
2018-11-271h 40Trailblazer AcademyClass Overview: Core - Druid (1E)Detailed overview of the 1E Druid class published in the Core Rulebook.
2018-11-1532 minTrailblazersSeason 2 Q&A (part 1)This is a Q&A session with Caleb, Christian, and Tim that occurred directly after the finale.
2018-11-131h 46Trailblazer Academy309 - Inspiration from Other MediaThis episodes covers ideas around using and being inspired by other media.
2018-11-081h 03Trailblazer AcademyParty Episode 2018! [ft. Andrew] [ft. Johan from GrethSC] [ft. Robert Dunn]We got together 5 guys from the interwebs including Andrew formerly of Tales from the Lich, Rob past guest of Trailblazer Academy, Johan voice-over arist for the Trailblazer Network, Christian co-professor of Trailblazer Academy, and Caleb founder of the Trailblazer Network to play games and shoot the breeze. We're so proud that you guys choose to spend your time listening to this network and the shows on it. Please make use of the Discord server to talk with the Trailblazers crew and fellow fans! You can find a link at the bottom of our site www.tblazer.net.
...2018-11-0154 minTrailblazer Academy308 - HorrorThis episode covers rules and tips on how to utilize Horror in your game. This episode builds off of concepts introduced in Horror Adventures (1E).
2018-10-181h 50Trailblazer AcademyBook Review: Book of the Damned (1E) [ft. Perram from Know Direction]This episode covers the Book of the Damned (1E). Featuring special guest Perram from the Know Direction Podcast.
Listen to Perram's podcast Know Direction: http://knowdirectionpodcast.com/
2018-10-111h 32Trailblazer Academy319 - Race Builder (1E)This episodes covers rules on how to build player races in 1E using rules presented in the Advanced Race Guide.
2018-10-0455 minTrailblazer Academy318 - Monster Builder (1E)This episode covers rules on how to build monsters in 1E using rules presented mainly in Bestairy 1 and expanded on in the further Bestiaries.
2018-09-2734 min
Trailblazer AcademyArchetype Overview: Shifter - Adapative Shifter (1E)This episode covers the Adaptive Shifter arcehtype for the 1E Shifter introduced in Distant Realms.
2018-09-2030 minTrailblazer AcademyArchetype Overview: Slayer - Ankou's Shadow (1E)This episode covers the Ankou's Shadow arcehtype for the Slayer introduced in Legacy of the First World (1E).
This episode was sponsored. Want to sponsor an episode? Visit http://www.tblazer.net/sponsor-an-episode for details.
2018-09-1318 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Ganzi (1E)Detailed overview of the Gnazi race published in Planar Adventures (1E).
2018-09-0613 minTrailblazer AcademyBook Review: Mythic Adventures (1E) [ft. Robert Dunn]This episode reviews Mythic Adventures (1E).
2018-08-301h 34Trailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Duskwalker (1E)Detailed overview of the Duskwalker race published in Planar Adventures (1E).
2018-08-2312 minTrailblazer Academy412 - Mass Combat (1E)This episode covers the Mass Combat subsystem introduced in Ultimate Campaign (1E).
This episode was sponsored. Want to sponsor an episode? Visit http://www.tblazer.net/sponsor-an-episode for details.
2018-08-1756 minTrailblazer AcademyBook Review: Planar Adventures (1E)This episode reviews Planar Adventures (1E), the last book in the core 1st edition line.
Springtime by Pierre-Auguste Cot (nsfw art): https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/438158
2018-08-091h 32Trailblazer AcademyArchetype Overview: Bard - Archaeologist (1E)This episode covers the Archaeologist archetype for the Bard introduced in Ultimate Combat (1E).
This episode was sponsored. Want to sponsor an episode? Visit http://www.tblazer.net/sponsor-an-episode for details.
2018-08-0223 minTrailblazer Academy317 - NPC Builder (1E)This episode covers rules on how to build NPCs using the specific classes made for NPCs.
2018-07-2618 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Aphorite (1E)Detailed overview of the Aphorite race published in Planar Adventures (1E).
2018-07-1909 minTrailblazer AcademySponsor an Episode!You can sponsor an episode about nearly any subject to have Caleb & Christian record an episode on it!
Visit http://www.tblazer.net/sponsor-an-episode for details.
2018-07-1803 minTrailblazer AcademyBook Review: GameMastery Guide (1E)This episode reviews the GameMastery Guide (1E).
2018-07-1351 minTrailblazer AcademyClass Overview: Occult - Spiritualist (1E) (Extra Credit)In this extra credit we go over the Phantoms' stats and emotional foci.
2018-07-0549 minTrailblazer AcademyClass Overview: Occult - Spiritualist (1E)Detailed overview of the Spiritualist class published in Occult Adventures (1E).
2018-06-2847 minTrailblazer Academy305 - Usefull Magic Items & Gear (1E) (Extra Credit)In this episode we cover a large list of useful mundane items and gear. The show notes contain the list of items as well as criteria we used and list of books we had access to when looking at the items.
Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1soiO1y3ZcVsSElT9yr0OMlbUPYDoYC-idPuLL4PHLCo/edit?usp=sharing
2018-06-212h 11Trailblazer Academy304 - Inclusion [ft. Geoff 'iNcontroL' Robinson]This episode covers topics of inclusion, answering three foundational questions that TTRPG players will inevitably come across. Featuring special guest Geoff 'iNcontroL' Robinson.
2018-06-141h 05Trailblazer Academy310 - Creating Good Villains [ft. Kyle Fergusson from Amove TV]This episode covers traits and certain uses of villains so you can create good villains for use in your games.
2018-06-071h 32Trailblazer AcademyClass Overview: Fighter (1E) [ft. Crystal Frasier from Paizo]Detailed overview of the Fighter class published in the Core Rulebook (1E).
2018-05-311h 00Trailblazer AcademyClass Overview: Gunslinger (1E)Detailed overview of the Gunslinger class published in Ultimate Combat (1E).
2018-05-241h 05Trailblazer Academy305 - Usefull Magic Items & Gear (1E)This episode covers a large list of useful magic items. Gear will be covered in the extra credit. The show notes contain the list of items as well as criteria we used and list of books we had access to when looking at the items.
Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1soiO1y3ZcVsSElT9yr0OMlbUPYDoYC-idPuLL4PHLCo/edit?usp=sharing
Editor's Note: There are a few times (mostly in the beginning of the episode) where my plosives make a weird effect on the audio. This is because I was too close to my...2018-05-172h 56Trailblazer AcademyClass Overview: Bard (1E)Detailed overview of the Bard class published in the Core Rulebook (1E).
2018-05-1050 minTrailblazer AcademyClass Overview: Barbarian (1E)Detailed overview of the Barbarian class published in the Core Rulebook (1E).
2018-03-3034 minTrailblazer AcademyBook Review: Core Rule Book (1E)This episode reviews the Core Rule Book (1E).
2018-03-0151 minTrailblazer Academy307 - Roleplaying your Alignment [ft. Johan from GrethSC]This episode covers how to and whether you should roleplay your alignment, and what effects the Alignment system have on the game.
Featuring special guest Johan from GrethSC.
Visit Johan's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCesqVQjpqMSeuuzFa8sJiaA
Sandwich Alignment Chart: https://i1.wp.com/media.boingboing.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/C-wyhyfXYAALcbz-1.jpg?fit=1200%2C825&ssl=1
Bread Bag Alignment Chart: https://laughingsquid.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/bread-bag-alignment-chart.jpg
2018-02-221h 14Trailblazer Academy208 - Online vs IRL (Extra Credit)In this extra credit we go over playing without a battle mat.
2018-02-1530 minTrailblazer AcademyClass Overview: Kineticist (1E)Detailed overview of the Kineticist class published in Occult Adventures (1E).
2018-02-0157 minTrailblazer AcademyHow I Edit the PodcastThis episode covers the editing techniques I use to edit an episode of Pathfinder Academy. This includes examples of what audio sounds like before and after I edit it, as well as estimations of how long the process takes and how much of the audio is left after all is said and done.
We write the notes.
We record the episode. We use a free program called audacity that allows us to record our audio. We both use the “U37 USB Studio Condenser Recording Microphone” made by CAD. Previously I used a different condenser microphone that was more expe...2018-01-2808 minTrailblazer AcademyBook Review: Bestiary 2 (1E)This episode reviews Bestiary 2 (1E).
2018-01-261h 13Trailblazer AcademyPathfinder Academy TrailerJoin professors Caleb & Christian as they teach you all about the Pathfinder RPG. We talk about game mechanics, review classes, discuss GM and player techniques, and much more! From beginners to experts, everyone can attend this class for a great time.
Visit our site at www.tblazer.net
2018-01-2501 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Vine Leshy (1E)Overview of the Vine Leshy race published in Ultimate Wilderness (1E).
2018-01-1931 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Ghoran (1E)Overview of the Ghoran race published in Ultimate Wilderness (1E).
2018-01-1230 minTrailblazer AcademyBook Review: Ultimate Wilderness (1E)This episode reviews Ultimate Wilderness (1E).
2018-01-051h 34Trailblazer AcademyClass Overview: Shifter (1E) (Extra Credit)In this extra credit we go over the archetypes introduced with the class and two of our own example builds.
2017-12-2856 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Gathlain (1E)Overview of the Gathlain race published in Ultimate Wilderness (1E).
2017-12-2132 minTrailblazer Academy402 - Automatic Bonus Progression (1E)This episode covers the pros and cons of the Automatic Bonus Progression alternate rules introduced in Pathfinder Unchained (1E).
2017-12-1455 minTrailblazer AcademyBook Review: Technology Guide (1E) [ft. Tim from Trailblazers]This episode reviews the Technology Guide, a Sci-Fi based player companion.
2017-12-071h 08Trailblazer AcademyClass Overview: Shifter (1E)Detailed overview of the Shifter class published in Ultimate Wilderness (1E).
2017-11-3049 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: PC Race Wish List (1E)In this episode we discuss races we want to see next, as well as look back at the RO series.
2017-11-231h 23Trailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Monsters as PCs (1E)This episode covers how to play as monsters.
2017-11-1621 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Yaddithian (1E)Overview of the Yaddithian race published in Bestiary 6 (1E).
2017-11-0916 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Rougarou (1E)Overview of the Rougarou race published in Bestiary 6 (1E).
2017-11-0216 minTrailblazer AcademyParty Episode 2017! [ft. Andrew & Paul from Tales from the Lich] [ft. Tim from Trailblazers]We got together 5 guys from the interwebs including Andrew & Paul from Tales from the Lich, Tim from Trailblazers, Christian co-professor of Pathfinder Academy, and Caleb founder of the Trailblazer Network to play games and shoot the breeze. We're so proud that you guys choose to spend your time listening to this network and the shows on it. Please make use of the new Discord server to talk with the Trailblazers crew and fellow fans!
Note: This episode includes adult humor. Listener discretion is advised.
Visit Andrew's site at http://www.talesfromthelich.com/
2017-10-3155 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Naiad (1E)Detailed overview of the Naiad race published in Bestiary 6 (1E).
2017-10-2617 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Munavri (1E)Detailed overview of the Munavri race published in Bestiary 6 (1E).
2017-10-1913 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Monkey Goblin (1E)Detailed overview of the Monkey Goblin race published in Bestiary 6 (1E).
2017-10-1209 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Skinwalker (1E)Detailed overview of the Skinwalker race published in Bestiary 5 (1E).
2017-10-0509 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Shabti (1E)Detailed overview of the Shabti race published in Bestiary 5 (1E).
2017-09-2811 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Reptoid (1E)Detailed overview of the Reptoid race published in Bestiary 5 (1E).
2017-09-2114 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Orang-Pendak (1E)Detailed overview of the Orang-Pendak race published in Bestiary 5 (1E).
2017-09-1414 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Ghoran (1E)Detailed overview of the Ghoran race published in Bestiary 5 (1E).
2017-09-0713 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Deep One Hybrid (1E)Detailed overview of the Deep One Hybrid published in Bestiary 5 (1E).
2017-08-3113 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Caligni (1E)Detailed overview of the Caligni (also known as Dark Folk) published in Bestiary 5 (1E).
2017-08-2415 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Astomoi (1E)Detailed overview of the Astomoi race published in Bestiary 5 (1E).
2017-08-1712 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Android (1E)Detailed overview of the Android race published in Bestiary 5 (1E).
2017-08-1011 minTrailblazer AcademyClass Overview: Ninja (1E)Detailed overview of the Ninja class published in Ultimate Combat (1E).
2017-08-0446 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Wyvaran (1E)Detailed overview of the Wyvaran race published in Bestiary 4 (1E).
2017-07-2013 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Wyrwood (1E)Detailed overview of the Wyrwood race published in Bestiary 4 (1E).
2017-07-1321 minTrailblazer AcademyBook Review: Bestiary 1 (1E)This episode reviews Bestiary 1 (1E).
2017-07-061h 49TrailblazersSeason 1 Q&A (part 2)This is a Q&A session with Caleb, David, and Dom that occurred a year after the finale. We answer fan-submitted questions.
2017-06-302h 17TrailblazersSeason 1 Q&A (part 1)This is a Q&A session with Caleb, David, and Dom that occurred directly after the finale.
2017-06-302h 07Trailblazer Academy302 - Roleplaying Your Stats [ft. Paul from Tales from the Lich]This episodes covers how to and whether you should roleplay your stats, or hold your players to exactly what their ability scores would dictate.
Featuring special guest Paul from Tales from the Lich (formerly Softly Speaking Sanskrit).
Also featuring a cameo from F. Wesley Schneider (co-creator of Pathfinder).
Visit Paul's site at www.talesfromthelich.com
2017-06-291h 12Trailblazer AcademyInterview with F. Wesley Schneider (Co-Creator of Pathfinder!)An interview with F. Wesley Schneider, co-creator of the Pathfinder Roleplaying Game and author of the Bloodbound novel (that we reviewed in the past) who recently left Paizo. We talk to him about this phase of his career, Bloodbound, and his obsession with horror.
2017-06-221h 31Trailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Trox (1E)Detailed overview of the Trox race published in Bestiary 4 (1E).
2017-06-1514 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Kasatha (1E)Detailed overview of the Kasatha race published in Bestiary 4 (1E).
2017-06-0923 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Gathlain (1E)Detailed overview of the Gathlain race published in Bestiary 4 (1E).
2017-06-0115 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Wayang (1E)Detailed overview of the Wayang race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).
2017-05-2523 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Vishkanya (1E)Detailed overview of the Vishkanya race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).
2017-05-1825 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Vanara (1E)Detailed overview of the Vanara race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).
2017-05-1125 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Svirfneblin (1E)Detailed overview of the Svirfneblin race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).
2017-05-0520 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Suli (1E)Detailed overview of the Suli published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).
2017-04-2727 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Strix (1E)Detailed overview of the Strix race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).
2017-04-2021 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Samsaran (1E)Detailed overview of the Samsaran race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).
2017-04-1422 minTrailblazer AcademyRace Overview: Nagaji (1E)Detailed overview of the Nagaji race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).
2017-04-0619 minTrailblazer AcademyParty Episode 2016! [ft. Andrew from Tales from the Lich]We got together 4 guys from the interwebs including Andrew from Softly Speaking Sanskrit, Ryan who previously guest-starred on Pathfinder Academy, Christian co-professor of Pathfinder Academy, and Caleb founder of the Trailblazer Network to play games like 'the % game' and 'family feud' and shoot the breeze. We're so proud that you guys choose to spend your time listening to this network and the shows on it. Please make use of the twitter we set up solely so we can have more dialog with you, the fans, @TBlazerNetwork and feel free to e-mail us at TBlazerNetwork@gmail.com
I...2016-10-311h 09Trailblazer Academy211 - Storytelling Tips [ft. Andrew from Tales from the Lich]This episode covers tips in regards to successful storytelling, from wide subjects like how to begin, continue, and end your campaign, to complicated topics like how to deal with time travel. In this episode we have a guest with more GM experience than both Christian and Caleb combined! Andrew from Tales from the Lich (formerly Softly Speaking Sanskrit).
Visit Andrew's site at www.talesfromthelich.com
2016-04-142h 09
Trailblazer AcademyParty Episode 2015! [ft. Kyle Fergusson from Amove TV] [ft. Andrew from S.S.S.]Originally known as the 5000 Play Spectacular, a special celebratory episode and extravaganza. To celebrate 5000 plays we got together 5 guys from the interwebs including Kyle Fergusson from Amove.tv, Andrew from Softly Speaking Sanskrit, Ryan who previously guest-starred on Pathfinder Academy, Christian co-professor of Pathfinder Academy, and Caleb founder of the Trailblazer Network.
We get together and play games like 'never have I ever' and 'would you rather' and just kinda hang out. We're so proud that you guys choose to spend your time listening to this network and the shows on it. Please make use of the...2015-10-301h 16
Trailblazer Academy201 - GMing Basics (1E)This episode is a must-listen for any first-time Pathfinder RPG GMs. Professors Caleb and Christian go over the basics of how to run a session as a GM.
2015-10-2938 minTrailblazer Academy101 - Basic Mechanics (1E)This episode is a must-listen for any first-time Pathfinder RPG players. Professors Caleb and Christian go over the basic mechanics of the game with something for new and knowledgeable players alike.
2015-04-0935 min