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Claim to Game048 - One DM, Three Different Tables: How to Build Characters for Teens, Families, and Game Stores - with Jay Aress048 - One DM, Three Different Tables: How to Build Characters for Teens, Families, and Game Stores What makes a D&D party work? In this episode, Clint talks with Jay Aress, a teacher, creator, and community DM, about how to build groups that genuinely connect. From managing a high school club to running games for family or newcomers at a local shop, Jay shares her approach to bringing together players of different ages and experience levels. Episodes Mentioned: 039: Should You Pay for a Pro GM? With David Northeast - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/039-should-you-pay-for-a-pro-gm-with-david-northeast  042: B...
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Claim to Game047: Haunted Holiday & Beyond: Call of Cthulhu, One-Shots, and Holiday Adventures#47 - Anthony from The Daily DM returns for his third appearance on Claim to Game. We start with Call of Cthulhu, one of the most popular TTRPGs worldwide, breaking down why it works so well for horror, suspense, and cosmic dread. Anthony shares advice for running unforgettable one-shots, from Halloween showstoppers to eerie additions in long-running campaigns, plus stories from The Haunt series for D&D 5E. To wrap up, Anthony tackles the Rapid Fire Holiday Round, recommending systems and adventure hooks for Christmas, Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, and more. Seasonal scares and festive fun, all in o...
2025-10-1654 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game046 - Autism, D&D, and RPGs: A Natural 20 Combo - With Ron Desi#46 - Why do tabletop RPGs like Dungeons & Dragons resonate so deeply with players on the autism spectrum? How can storytelling, character roleplay, and a good session of dice-rolling help build social skills, confidence, and genuine connection—for anyone, autistic or not? In this episode, Clint sits down with YouTuber, spokesperson, and lifelong gamer Ron Desi, who shares how he leads D&D sessions for young autistic men in a way that’s safe, empowering, and fun. Whether you’re a player, a parent, or just curious about the power of games, this conversation offers fresh insight into how roleplaying unlock...
2025-09-1859 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game045: Organized Chaos - Behind the Screen of RPG Communities from Scratch - With Anthony#45 - Anthony, The Daily Dungeon Master, is back sharing the real-life magic of starting and sustaining organized tabletop RPG groups. From running Adventurers League tables to launching a high school gaming club, Anthony shares stories, lessons, and practical advice on building community through shared storytelling. Whether you’re thinking of starting a TTRPG club, joining an official play program, or just want to get more games going consistently, this one’s for you. Discount Code for Daily Dungeon Master Store: Claim2Game - 15% Off Anything in the Store - https://www.thedailydungeonmaster.com/store46debe35  High...
2025-08-1450 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game044: Natural Threats - How Environment Shapes Story in TTRPGs🎙️ Be a Podcast Guest https://claimtogamepodcast.com/podcastguest  #44 - Environmental factors like weather, terrain, and landscape can powerfully shape a tabletop RPG session’s mood, challenges, and player choices. In some “eco-horror” style narratives even the land itself can strike back – trees moving, rivers flooding, and storms arriving seemingly at will. Seasoned GM and author of the Daily DM Blog, Anthony shares how setting details and natural forces to deepen immersion, influence decisions, and enrich storytelling in D&D and other role-playing games. Discount Code for Daily Dungeon Master Store: CLAIM2GAME - 15% Off Anything i...
2025-07-3152 minClaim to Game
Claim to GameReplay: Should I Play with a Gamemaster or Go GM-less? (Ep 009 Encore)🎙️ Be a Podcast Guest https://claimtogamepodcast.com/podcastguest  #R9 - This episode’s a rewind of my most downloaded one ever—yep, the big question: should you play with a Gamemaster or try a GM-less game? I break down the pros and cons of both, share some honest takes from my own tables, and help you figure out what fits your crew best. Whether you missed it the first time or need a fresh perspective, this one still hits. Settle in—it’s a fun ride. Previous Episodes Mentioned: 035: Top Best GM-Less TTRPGs - https...
2025-07-1726 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game043: - Should You Go to a Tabletop Convention? What Gamers Need to Know – with Gary ‘Gaz’ Bowerbank🎙️ Be a Podcast Guest https://claimtogamepodcast.com/podcastguest  #43 - Why should you consider attending a tabletop gaming convention or event? Can’t you just stay home and play with your friends? Gary “Gaz” Bowerbank shares his battle-tested wisdom from attending countless tabletop gaming conventions over the years. Whether you're considering your first convention, thinking about running games at events, or you're a convention veteran who needs tips for maintaining your energy and stamina, this conversation delivers exactly what you need! Episodes Mentioned: 016: Keep Your Eye on the Ball - How to Play to Your Stre...
2025-07-0359 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game042: Beyond D&D - What Makes TTRPGs Click for Kids and Adults? With Martin Lloyd🎙️ Be a Podcast Guest https://claimtogamepodcast.com/podcastguest  #42 - A vast world of tabletop gaming exists beyond the familiar realms of Dungeons & Dragons. In this episode, Clint speaks with Martin Lloyd, a father, lifelong gamer, and game designer who created a game to play with his four-year-old daughter on a rainy afternoon and published Amazing Tales by 2019. This game requires no prep for parents and makes GMing so simple that a 4-year-old can master it. We explore how to introduce children to this remarkable hobby and how to engage and connect with our children in meanin...
2025-06-1943 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game041: Beyond D&D - What else is out there for Tabletop & Board Gamers? With David Masnato🎙️ Be a Podcast Guest https://claimtogamepodcast.com/podcastguest    #41 - There is an expansive world of tabletop and board gaming outside the familiar realms of Dungeons & Dragons. In this episode, Clint speaks with David Masnato, a seasoned creator, community manager, and board game designer whose experience to both the mainstream and indie communities have given him a unique vantage point on the gaming industry. Let's talk about what else there is to play! Episodes Mentioned: 016: Keep Your Eye on the Ball – How to Play to Your Strengths During a Tabletop Roleplaying Game, Wit...
2025-06-051h 11Claim to Game
Claim to Game040: How to Pace One Shots - with Guy Milner🎲 Free 30 -Minute Strategy Call – GM Coaching   https://calendly.com/clint-scheirer-claimtogamepodcast/strategy-call-for-coaching   🎙️ Be a Podcast Guest   https://calendly.com/clint-scheirer-claimtogamepodcast/book-interview   #40 - Pacing a TTRPG game can be tricky. Guy Milner, From The Burn After Running RPG Blog, and a regular host of the Unconventional GMs podcast gave me some great tips about how to keep the pace and run fantastic one-shot games. In our conversation Guy shares: Why one shot RPGs sessions are just as valid as long campaigns. His SWELL structure gives players the fu...
2025-05-2251 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game039: Should You Pay for a Pro GM? - With David Northeast❓ Free Quiz - Should I pay for a Pro GM?   https://bonus.claimtogamepodcast.com/gmpro    ▶️ YouTube Live Workshop - May 20th - From Empty Chairs to Full Tables - Register Now!   https://claimtogamepodcast.com/fulltables   🎙️ Be a Podcast Guest   https://calendly.com/clint-scheirer-claimtogamepodcast/book-interview    #39 - Does a "real" tabletop gamer - someone who truly loves this hobby - pay to play? Many wonder if hiring a Professional Game Master for your next one-shot or campaign is selling out or s...
2025-05-0834 minClaim to Game
Claim to GameBonus: The Empty Chair Problem: What Every GM Gets Wrong About Player CommitmentWhy do players leave Tabletop Games? Why do some games just fizzle out? There are some common misconceptions about why players leave games Clint needs to clear up.  ▶️ YouTube Live Workshop - May 20th - From Empty Chairs to Full Tables - Register Now! https://claimtogamepodcast.com/fulltables Episodes Mentioned: 038: Next Level Worldbuilding for Every TTRPG - With David Northeast - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/038-next-level-worldbuilding-for-every-ttrpg-with-david-northeast 029: The Problem with Scheduling Games - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/029-the-problem-with-scheduling-games Games Mentioned During the Episode: D&D 2024 Core | Roll20 VTT [Bundle] - https://www.d...
2025-05-0108 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game038: Next-Level Worldbuilding for Every TTRPG – With David Northeast🌎 World- Building Guide   https://bonus.claimtogamepodcast.com/worldbuilding    🎙️ Be a Podcast Guest   https://calendly.com/clint-scheirer-claimtogamepodcast/book-interview    #38 - We live in the world our questions create. What essential questions should every GM and player ask when crafting immersive TTRPG worlds? In this episode, professional GM David Northeast reveals the proven S.P.E.R.M. framework—a powerful system of targeted questions that transforms ordinary settings into unforgettable, living worlds. Whether you're a new or experienced game master, this conversation delivers the exact tools you need t...
2025-04-2453 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game037: Quickly Master Secrets from GM-less Systems🎲 How to Play Goblin Quest (7 Eps) ⚙️ Goblin Quest Rules Hacks (7 Eps)   https://bonus.claimtogamepodcast.com/playgoblinquest    🎲 Free 30 -Minute Strategy Call – GM Coaching   https://calendly.com/clint-scheirer-claimtogamepodcast/strategy-call-for-coaching    #37 - GM-less TTRPGs are on the rise, giving everyone at the table a share of the storytelling, world-building, and roleplay—without the stress or prep. But if you’re a Game Master at heart, you thrive on guiding players through a world you’ve built and keeping the game running smoothly. In this episode, we’re breaking down three GM-les...
2025-04-1020 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game036: Switching to GM-less Play: Your Next Adventure!🎲 How to Play Goblin Quest (7 Eps) ⚙️ Goblin Quest Rules Hacks (7 Eps)   https://bonus.claimtogamepodcast.com/playgoblinquest    🎲 Free 15-Minute Strategy Call – GM Coaching   https://calendly.com/clint-scheirer-claimtogamepodcast/strategy-call-for-coaching   #36 - For some gamers, playing games with a GM is the only type of Tabletop RPG they’ve ever known. When your eyes are opened to the flexibility, and shared participation of GM-less games, it’s easy to want to give a GM-less game a go. But how do you make the transition from a GM-led Game to a GM-less Gam...
2025-03-2712 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game035: Top 5 Best GM-Less TTRPGs🎲 How to Play Goblin Quest (7 Eps) ⚙️ Goblin Quest Rules Hacks (7 Eps) https://bonus.claimtogamepodcast.com/playgoblinquest 🎲 Free 15-Minute Strategy Call – GM Coaching https://calendly.com/clint-scheirer-claimtogamepodcast/strategy-call-for-coaching  #35 - Tabletop RPGs with no Game Master are growing in popularity. The role of the GM can be a pain point for some groups possibly due to scheduling issues, GM burnout, or just plain curiosity about new ways to play where everyone at the table participates equally. In this episode, Clint takes a look at 5 of the Top GM-less games and who might enjoy them. ...
2025-03-1330 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game034: Which Tabletop RPG is a Good Fit for Your Gaming Group? - With Craig ShipmanFree RPG Quiz - Find a Good Fit RPG for your Gaming Group: 📋 https://bonus.claimtogamepodcast.com/freerpgquiz. There are SO many Tabletop RPGs you can choose from it can be overwhelming which one to pick. But this may be the most important thing you do as a GM. In this episode, Craig Shipman of Third Floor Wars - Tabletop Talk helps Clint hone in on three main considerations when choosing a game to play. What does a good fit game look like for the GM? What does a good fit gam...
2025-02-271h 18Claim to Game
Claim to Game033: Remember Names - Don’t be a Doofus, It Matters!Why does it matter if you remember names when playing Tabletop Games? Clint shares why he believes it CRUCIAL for the long-term health of your game. 🎲 Free 15-Minute Strategy Call – GM Coaching https://calendly.com/clint-scheirer-claimtogamepodcast/strategy-call-for-coaching  🛠️Upcoming Workshops: Greenfield, WI - Board Game Barrister - Tabletop 101: Gaming Workshop, February 22nd - Click Link below to Register: https://iubhalb60by.typeform.com/to/Us19G2dL?utm_source=xxxxx Resources mentioned during episode: How to Win Friends and Influence People By Dale Carnegie (Paper Back) - https://amzn.to/4jOUAoS ...
2025-02-1314 minLore of the Rings | Explore JRR Tolkien\'s Lord of the Rings and More | For all fans of Middle-earth
Lore of the Rings | Explore JRR Tolkien's Lord of the Rings and More | For all fans of Middle-earth200: Favorite Passages from Fellow WanderersTwelve Tolkien fans, creators, and scholars share their favorite passages from The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, and beyond, reflecting on the words that shaped their love for Middle-earth. Featuring iconic lines from Bilbo, Gandalf, Aragorn, Éowyn, and more, this 200th episode celebrates the heart of J.R.R. Tolkien’s legendarium—friendship, fate, courage, and the power of storytelling. Listen now and wander through the wisdom of the Professor!Share this episode using this link:ringspodcast.com/200Who are you?Please tell me a little about you...
2025-02-1340 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game032: Imposter Syndrome Sucks for Game MastersHave ever felt Imposter Syndrome when considering running  your very own Tabletop RPG for your friends or family? Imposter Syndrome - a psychological experience where people feel like they are frauds or incompetent, even though they have evidence of their success. If you suffer or have suffered from Imposter Syndrome, this episode may just find the cure. Upcoming Workshops: Greenfield, WI - Board Game Barrister - Tabletop 101: Gaming Workshop, February 22nd - Click Link below to Register: https://iubhalb60by.typeform.com/to/Us19G2dL?utm_source=xxxxx Resources mentioned during episode:
2025-01-3016 minLore of the Rings | Explore JRR Tolkien\'s Lord of the Rings and More | For all fans of Middle-earth
Lore of the Rings | Explore JRR Tolkien's Lord of the Rings and More | For all fans of Middle-earth197: Tolkien & Tabletop Role Playing Games | Clint Scheirer from Claim to GameYou may be familiar with TTRPGs—tabletop role playing games—like Dungeons and Dragons. But did you know that there's an officially-licensed Lord of the Rings TTRPG? Join me and Clint, host of Claim to Game, as we discuss Tolkien's influence on the world of TTRPGs, the value of story telling and collaboration, and how you can get started with your own TTRPG.Get Clint's free bonuses:ringspodcast.com/claimtogameFind the Claim to Game podcast:https://claimtogamepodcast.com/ Connect with Clint on Threads or via email: Clint.Scheirer@clai...
2025-01-2333 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game031: Master Storytelling Like J.R.R. Tolkien - Lessons from Lord of the Rings- With Aaron AirmetIn this episode Aaron Airmet of the Lore of the Rings Podcast will help you appreciate JRR Tolkien’s gift as a master storyteller. Together, he and Clint identify what we can learn from Grandpa Tolkien to make our own games epic! One Ring 2E Quickstart Guide and More! Click Here Resources mentioned during episode: Ringspodcast.com/2 - Light and Life: The Two Trees of Valinor; of Elves, Men, Dwarves, Ents, and Eagles Ringspodcast.com/95 -What Makes A Good Story |Tolkien "On Fairy Stories" Ringspodcast.com/185 - Frodo Meets Strider | Tolkien's Fellowship of th...
2025-01-1651 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game030: Stop Overthinking - How ‘Good Enough’ Unlocks More TTRPG FunFrench Enlightenment philosopher Voltaire is often attributed to coining the phrase, “Don’t let perfect be the enemy of the good.” This Italian proverb reminds us to not overthink when it comes to planning and playing our tabletop games. In this episode, Clint will explore actionable steps to enjoy more by doing less when it comes to playing Tabletop RPGs. ***Save Your Seat! - Milwaukee In-Person Tabletop 101: Gaming Workshop, January 25th, 2025 Click Here Resources mentioned during episode: Episode 29 - The Problem with Scheduling Games - Click Here Free Tabletop RPG Quiz - Click...
2025-01-0217 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game029: The Problem with Scheduling GamesWhat is the number one problem repeated time and time again in all TTRPG communities? The problem that keeps folks from getting together and playing the games they love. Scheduling. Is there a solution to this number 1 obstacle? In this episode, Clint is determined to find out. Resources mentioned during episode: The Game Scheduling Checklist - Click Here Episode 25 - Top 3 Secrets Art of the Cool Pitch - Click Here Reddit Post - The Problem of Scheduling Games - Click Here Board Game Area - Click Here Games mentioned during episode: Pathfinder 2E Remaster C...
2024-12-1916 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game028: From Player to Gamemaster - When do you know enough to start your own game? - With Andy ScheirerAll Gamemasters start somewhere. Whether starting out playing as a player, or maybe jumping in and running their very own game from the beginning, Gamemasters have an origin story, and evolution. In this episode you will get to hear the origin story of Andy Scheirer, high school math teacher, listener of the CTG, and a newcomer to the hobby of Tabletop RPGs. Resources mentioned during episode: Download Your Free Quick-Start Guide - 6 Easy Steps to Begin Your Own Tabletop Group in 30 days or less! Token Stamp 2 - RollAdvantage (Free Token Maker) - Click Here R...
2024-12-0543 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game027: Three Ways for Game Masters to Learn New TTRPGsAre you the person who is running your very own tabletop RPG? Once you’ve chosen which game you want to run, and found your committed players...how do you go about learning that game well enough to facilitate. In this episode, Clint will cover three different ways to go about this important responsibility.  Resources mentioned during episode: Download Your Free Quick-Start Guide - 6 Easy Steps to Begin Your Own Tabletop Group in 30 days or less! Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- Click Here How It's Played - (YouTube Channel) - PF2E Tutorials - C...
2024-11-2117 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game026: Where do you find people to play your Tabletop RPG game?#26 - Have you ever walked into a party early as the first one to arrive? It can feel a little unsettling. Where are all the people? For Tabletop RPG games you need to find people who want to join your party before you can play your game. But where do you find them? This episode will explore tools like meet-up, reddit, discord, FB, and other communities that help you connect with like-minded people and fill your party with people. Resources mentioned during episode: Download Your Free Quick-Start Guide - 6 Easy Steps to Begin Your Own Tabletop...
2024-11-0711 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game025: Top 3 Secrets to the Art of the Cool Pitch - Get Your Friends Onboard to Play a New GameIn this episode, Clint will share his top 3 secrets to the, "Art of the Cool Pitch." It can be tough to get anyone onboard with your idea to try something new, especially a tabletop roleplaying game. Give yourself the best chance by sharing what makes YOUR game irresistible. Resources mentioned during episode: Download Your Free Quick-Start Guide - 6 Easy Steps to Begin Your Own Tabletop Group in 30 days or less! Items mentioned during episode: Mindset: The New Psychology of Success (Multiple Formats) - Click Here Building A Storybrand - Clarify Your Message So Customer...
2024-10-2414 minClaim to Game
Claim to GameBonus: Top 3 Horror Themed Games for the Spookiest Time of the YearWhether it’s approaching the spookiest time of the year, or you just want a fantastic game to play with your friends to experience the primal emotion of fear…Clint’s got you covered with his top 3 favorite horror themed RPGS of all time. Resources Mentioned During Episode: ​Listen to Episode - 018: Don't Be Scared of Horror - Why you should give the horror TTRPG genre a chance, with Kenneth Hite Download Your Free Quick-Start Guide - 6 Easy Steps to Begin Your Own Tabletop Group in 30 days or less! Games Mentioned During Episode: Ten Candles...
2024-10-1702 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game024: Hard Lesson Learned - Season 1 FinaleIn this Season 1 Finale of Claim to Game, Clint opens up about some hard lessons he’s learned, and the future direction of the podcast. Some free samples include: Serving first, Pat Flynn, and being less self-centered. Resources mentioned during episode: Smart Passive Income Podcast - Hosted by Pat Flynn - Click Here Download Your Free Quick-Start Guide - 6 Easy Steps to Begin Your Own Tabletop Group in 30 days or less! Items mentioned during episode: Let Go by Pat Flynn (Kindle and Audio) - Click Here Superfans by Pat Flynn (Hardcover) - Click Here Wi...
2024-10-1013 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game023: Goblin Quest - Rules Hack 7 - Regency Ladies - The Roleplaying Game“Regency Ladies - The Roleplaying Game,” is a Rules Hack for Goblin Quest the RPG. This game IS your chance to live out your wildest pride and prejudice moments. Search for true love, marriage, attend a ball, write a classic novel…you know sophisticated stuff. Resources mentioned during episode: Hollows TTRPG by Rowan, Rook, and Decard - Click Here  Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen (Hardcover) - Click Here Pride and Prejudice SparkNotes summary (Paperback) - Click Here Pride and Prejudice: A Classic Love Story (Article) - Click Here Items mentioned during episode: Goblin Quest R...
2024-09-2625 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game022: Goblin Quest - Rules Hack 6 - Space Interns“Space Interns,” is a Rules Hack for Goblin Quest the RPG. To boldly go where no man has gone before. Too bad you’ll likely never come back! Resources mentioned during episode: Hollows TTRPG by Rowan, Rook, and Decard - Click Here  "Did Red Shirts REALLY die more often in TOS?" (Article) - Click Here Little Hitler Robot Chicken Clip - Click Here CTG 016: Keep Your Eye on the Ball - How to Play to Your Strengths - Robin D. Laws - Click Here Items mentioned during episode: Goblin Quest RPG - Softcover Book - Click...
2024-09-1229 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game021: Goblin Quest - Rules Hack 5 - Neither Super, Nor Heroic“Neither Super, Nor Heroic,” is a Rules Hack for Goblin Quest the RPG. Super-heroes are real in this game. Unfortunately, the bad news is…you’re not one of them! Resources mentioned during episode: Hollows TTRPG by Rowan, Rook, and Decard - Click Here  Marvel Civil War Story Line - Click Here Marvel Multi-Verse Roleplaying Game (Hardcover) - Click Here Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 - (Xbox 360 Pre-Owned) - Click Here Items mentioned during episode: Goblin Quest RPG - Softcover Book - Click Here Goblin Quest RPG - PDF Version - Click Here Honey Heist - PDF Versi...
2024-08-2922 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game020: Goblin Quest - Rules Hack 4 - The Cthulhu FilesThe Cthulhu Files is a Rules Hack for Goblin Quest RPG. If you want to experience a game where all the characters go mad and die very quickly then this is the game for you. Resources mentioned during episode: 016: Keep Your Eye on the Ball - How to Play to Your Strengths - Robin D. Laws - Click Here 018: Don't Be Scared of Horror - Give the Genre a Chance - Ken Hite - Click Here X-Card by John Stavropoulos (Google Doc) - Click Here The Call of Cthulhu by H.P. Love Craft - Click...
2024-08-1527 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game019: Top 5 Tabletop Roleplaying Games for New Gamemasters or PlayersHave you ever wanted to try out playing a Tabletop RPG but just felt way too overwhelmed by the choices? Maybe you’ve wanted to run a game for your friends but don’t know which one to pick first. In this episode, Clint will briefly cover his top 5 recommendations for great RPG picks for new players and GM’s. Original Reddit Post - Click Here  Clint's Top 5 Recommendations Beginner RPG's for GM's and Players: Goblin Quest RPG - Softcover Book - Click Here Goblin Quest RPG - PDF Version - Click Here Ten Candles...
2024-08-0108 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game018: Don’t be Scared of Horror - Why you should give the horror TTRPG genre a chance, with Kenneth HiteAre you a gamer who feels hesitant to play RPGs with themes of horror? In this episode,  Clint speaks with Kenneth Hite, veteran game designer, lifelong gamer, and expert in the RPG horror genre. Ken will share with you why you should give horror a chance at your gaming table. Connecting with Kenneth Hite: X - https://x.com/kennethhite Facebook - Kenneth Hite "Ken and Robin Talk About Stuff" - Podcast - Click Here Upcoming Projects Mentioned by Ken: Trail of Cthulhu 2nd Edition -  Click Here Tattered Façade - Coming Soon I...
2024-07-1840 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game017: Goblin Quest - Rules Hack 3 - Sean Bean QuestSean Bean Quest is a Rules Hack for Goblin Quest RPG. Clint examines the eternal curse of actor Sean Bean to live a thousand lives but never live to the end of any of his films…until now! *Correction - Game of Thrones appearance of Sean Bean as Ned Stark occurred in 2011 NOT 2001 as stated in the episode. Resources mentioned during episode: Hollows TTRPG by Rowan, Rook, and Decard - Click Here  Sean Bean Death Scene Compilation (1986-2016) - YouTube - Click Here Does Sean Bean Really Die More Than Other Actors? - 2014 Nerdist.com...
2024-07-1126 minClaim to Game
Claim to GameBonus: Brindlewood Bay Beckons – Unveiling Our Season 2 RPG!Clint announces the Tabletop RPG chosen as the focus of Season 2 of the Claim to Game Podcast, airing in Fall of 2024! Brindlewood Bay: A Dark Cozy Mystery Brindlewood Bay (Print Version) - Click Here Brindlewood Bay (PDF Version) - Click Here *As an amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel...
2024-07-0402 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game016: Keep Your Eye on the Ball – How to Play to Your Strengths During a Tabletop Roleplaying Game, With Robin D. LawsDid you know that you already possess all it takes to be a fantastic tabletop roleplaying gamer? You can tell great stories, with great people, and have fun! In this episode, Clint speaks with veteran game designer and life-long gamer, Robin D. Laws. With over 30 years of experience he is uniquely qualified to talk about playing to your personal strengths and your responsibility as a player while playing tabletop games. Connecting with Robin D. Laws: Bluesky Social - @robindlaws.bsky.social Mastodon Social - @robindlaws@dice.camp "Ken and Robin Talk About Stuff" - Podcast...
2024-06-2736 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game015: Goblin Quest - Rules Hack 2 - My Name is Inigo Montoya Jr.My Name is Inigo Montoya, Jr. is a Rules Hack for Goblin Quest RPG. Clint explores the fun and nostalgia playing through the story of a character from the cult classic, The Princess Bride. SURVEY FOR SEASON 2 RPG - Click Here Quick Descriptions of Each Game on the Survey - Click Here Resources mentioned during episode: Hollows TTRPG by Rowan, Rook, and Decard - Click Here  The Princess Bride (1987) - Click Here Hardball! (1985) - Click Here Items mentioned during episode: Goblin Quest RPG - Softcover Book - Click Here Goblin Quest RPG - PDF Ve...
2024-06-2028 minClaim to Game
Claim to GameBonus: What are your choices? Vote for Season 2 - The Next RPG to Claim!It’s time to take a look at what games listeners can vote on to be the next Tabletop RPG we claim in Season 2 of Claim to Game, airing in Fall of 2024! Clint will give a run through of the community's top choices, what the game is generally about, and encourage you to take the survey and cast your vote. SURVEY FOR SEASON 2  - Click Here Descriptions of Each Game on the Survey - Click Here Items mentioned during episode: Brindlewood Bay (Print Version) - Click Here Brindlewood Bay (PDF Version) - Click Here Old Gods of A...
2024-06-1410 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game014: Goblin Quest - Rules Hack 1 - Kobold QuestKobold Quest is a Rules Hack for Goblin Quest RPG. Clint explores how these small dragon creatures bring chaotic fun all their own to the gaming table.   SURVEY FOR SEASON 2 RPG - Click Here Quick Descriptions of Each Game on the Survey -Click Here   Resources mentioned during episode: Hollows TTRPG by Rowan, Rook, and Decard - Click Here  Items mentioned during episode: Goblin Quest RPG - Softcover Book - Click Here Goblin Quest RPG - PDF Version - Click Here Savage Worlds Adventure Edition - Print Ver...
2024-06-0620 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game013: What is a Rules Hack in Tabletop RPGs?Clint examines the term “Rules Hack,” and how hacks can be a fun way to implant your own beloved setting, theme, or game mechanic into a ruleset you love without having to learn a whole new tabletop roleplaying game. Resources mentioned during episode: Hollows TTRPG by Rowan, Rook, and Decard - Click Here  Items mentioned during episode: Goblin Quest RPG - Softcover Book - Click Here Goblin Quest RPG - PDF Version - Click Here Kids on Brooms by Renegade Game Studios - Click Here Kids on Bikes by Renegade Game Studios - Click Here ...
2024-05-3012 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game012: How to Prepare for a New Tabletop Roleplaying Game as a Player, With Jonathan EisemannHave you ever heard the old adage, “Failing to prepare, is preparing to fail?” When getting ready to play a new game, no one wants to show up at the table unprepared. Longtime player and Game Master, Jonathan Eisemann, shares his best practices of how he prepares when stepping into a new TTRPG. Resources mentioned during episode: How It's Played (PF2E) - YouTube Channel by David Barnhart - Click Here Sly Flourish (D&D) - YouTube Channel by Mike Shea - Click Here Glass Cannon Network (Actual Play TTRPG Shows) - Click Here Items ment...
2024-05-2331 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game011: Goblin Quest - Actual Play!Clint was able to convince 3 other human beings to play Goblin Quest the RPG with him. That’s right! This episode is an actual play of Goblin Quest the RPG with 4 players, lots of goblins, and a whole lot of laughs. *A special thanks to our players Ryan, Robert, and Jonathan. May the ears of your goblins never need to be plucked off for luck! If you’d like to get your own copy of Goblin Quest to follow step-by-step as we learn, Click Here for the softcopy physical book or Click Here for the PDF...
2024-05-161h 38Claim to Game
Claim to Game010: How to Find Balance Between Tabletop Roleplaying Games and LifeClint recognizes times when he was obsessed over TTRPG and how it challenged him to grow.  Too much of a good thing can still be TOO MUCH. Items mentioned during episode: Goblin Quest RPG - Softcover Book - Click Here Goblin Quest RPG - PDF Version - Click Here Paizo's Pathfinder 2E (3.12.24 Remaster) - Click Here *As an amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra c...
2024-05-0214 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game009: Should I play with a Gamemaster or go GM-less?Clint explores the equivocal question, “Is a GM necessary in Tabletop RPG’s?” After listening you can decide which mode of gameplay works best for you when playing Goblin question RPG. If you’d like to get your own copy of Goblin Quest to follow step-by-step as we learn, Click Here for the softcopy physical book or Click Here for the PDF version! These are affiliate links and if you choose to use them I may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can...
2024-04-2525 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game008: Goblin Quest - How to Play the Game from Beginning to EndClint’s goblins are ready to take action. Time to roll the dice, cash in those action tokens, and attempt to finish our quest before all our Goblins die horrific yet hilarious deaths! If you’d like to get your own copy of Goblin Quest to follow step-by-step as we learn, Click Here for the softcopy physical book or Click Here for the PDF version! These are affiliate links and if you choose to use them I may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have inve...
2024-04-1825 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game007: How To Not Take Things Personally When Playing Tabletop Roleplaying GamesClint considers how to set himself and the other players he games with up for success and fun. Hint: It all starts with a little pre-game preparation, and good healthy self-talk. Mentioned in the Episode: How not to take things personally? | Frederik Imbo | TEDxMechelen Items mentioned during episode: D&D Starter Set (Includes Lost Mines of Phandelver Adventure) - Click Here Goblin Quest RPG - Softcover Book - Click Here Goblin Quest RPG - PDF Version - Click Here *As an amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to...
2024-04-1116 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game006: Goblin Quest - How to Create Interesting Quests and Adventure IdeasClint has his goblin line-up, and now will determine what the heck they are trying to do! We’re going on a Quest, in Goblin Quest RPG by Grant Howitt. Tolkien once said, “Not all those who wander are lost,” but these goblins are a good as lost already. If you’d like to get your own copy of Goblin Quest to follow step-by-step as we learn, Click Here for the softcopy physical book or Click Here for the PDF version! These are affiliate links and if you choose to use them I may earn an affiliate commissi...
2024-04-0429 minClaim to Game
Claim to GameClaim to Game - Helping Busy People Master Tabletop Role-playing GamesJoin Clint Scheirer, educator and new gaming friend, as he helps busy people master tabletop role-playing games, one game at a time. Episodes will be released each week to aid gamers of all levels quickly grasp TTRPGs so they can enjoy playing them. Each season of the show will have one specific game of focus, along with episodes honing in on topics to maximize your tabletop gaming experience to the fullest. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Sign-Up for our Newsletter - Click Here Jump into our free Discord Server for...
2024-03-2901 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game005: How to Be a More Captivating Storyteller During a Tabletop RPGIn this episode, Clint inspects three ways to keep other players listening to what you have to say when it’s your turn to speak while playing a tabletop roleplaying game. There is a reason people say that storytelling is an art. Items Mentioned During this Episode: Terminator RPG: Core Rules (Night Fall Games) - Print Version - Click Here Terminator RPG: Core Rules (Night Fall Games) - PDF Version - Click Here *As an amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links fo...
2024-03-2812 minClaim to Game
Claim to GameBonus: A Winner AND Weekly Episodes Unleashed!The inaugural launch week is over, a prize has been won, and Clint has an update for the frequency of podcast episode releases you won’t want to miss! If you’d like to get your own copy of Goblin Quest to follow step-by-step as we learn, Click Here for the softcopy physical book or Click Here for the PDF version! *As an amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through thes...
2024-03-2801 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game004: Goblin Quest - How to Avoid Confusion and Create Your Goblin CharactersClint contemplates his five little goblins to be made, played, and destroyed in Goblin Quest RPG by Grant Howitt. The goblin family who spawns together dies together as the saying goes. If you’d like to get your own copy of Goblin Quest to follow step-by-step as we learn, Click Here for the softcopy physical book or Click Here for the PDF version! These are affiliate links and if you choose to use them I may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and fe...
2024-03-2120 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game003: Goblin Quest - Goblins, Wizards, and Bugbears, Oh My! Charting the Great Battle CampClint checks out the wild and zany pre-made setting of Goblin Quest RPG by Grant Howitt. What is the Great Battle Camp and who lives there besides your goblins? If you’d like to get your own copy of Goblin Quest to follow step-by-step as we learn, Click Here for the softcopy physical book or Click Here for the PDF version! These are affiliate links and if you choose to use them I may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can de...
2024-03-0717 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game002: Goblin Quest - An Intro to Goblins, Quests, and Fatal IneptitudeClint examines what he loves right away about Goblin Quest RPG by Grant Howitt. He also shares what he can learn to love about the game with a little elbow grease and good ol’ fashion effort. It’s time for Tenders and Toughs! If you’d like to get your own copy of Goblin Quest to follow step-by-step as we learn, Click Here for the softcopy physical book or Click Here for the PDF version! These are affiliate links and if you choose to use them I may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. I...
2024-03-0716 minClaim to Game
Claim to Game001: From Noob to Nerd - A Beginner's Guide to Tabletop RPGsClint embarks on a journey learning fun new Tabletop RPGs step-by-step. His first epic exploration will be Goblin Quest by Grant Howitt. If you’d like to get your own copy of Goblin Quest to follow step-by-step as we learn, Click Here for the softcopy physical book or Click Here for the PDF version! These are affiliate links and if you choose to use them I may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you.   I...
2024-03-0713 minClaim to Game
Claim to GameBonus: The Quest Begins - Score Your Copy of Goblin Quest RPG!With less than 1 week prior to launch Clint's gonna sweeten the pot! Subscribe to the podcast, give it a listen, and complete two tasks for your entry in the season 1 giveaway - a physical copy of the tabletop RPG - Goblin Quest by game designer Grant Howitt. What are those two tasks you ask? Listen to the podcast by visiting our website, www.claimtogamepodcast.com. Subscribe and give it a great review on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. (Okay that was like 4 things wrapped up in one thing but you get the...
2024-03-0102 min