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The Eldritch Lorecast#176. There's Already Updates to the 2025 Monster ManualThe 2025 Monster Manual receives a day 1 patch, we finally address the D&D Orc controversy, Daggerheart gets a release date to revolutionize the TTRPG industry, and Ghostfire is making a boardgame!Start your Companion Quest here: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGLC_GGCQ_2025_2_003Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.comBen: @TheBenByrneDael: @dailydaelLogan: @Runesmith Shawn: @shawnmerwinEditor: @ZsDante Topics:00:00 - Intro00:49 - No orcs 2025-02-121h 02

Aussie Role Call08. Grim Hollow and 3rd Party Content Creation with Ben Byrne from Ghostfire GamingWe interviewed Ben Byrne, the Creative Content Director at Ghostfire Gaming. Ghostfire Gaming is a direct-to-consumer Tabletop games publisher established in Melbourne in 2019. We talk to Ben about how he got involved with Ghostfire, what he loves about the Grim Hollow Setting, designing third party products for D&D 5e, the process of getting products onto D&D Beyond, and so much more. Links: Ghostfire website Ghostfire YouTube Ghostfire Podcast Ben on Instagram News: Guthrak live show Wicked Goblin 2025 Calendar Whiskers in t...2024-11-1838 min

The Battle Forged Gaming PodcastEpisode 20: From D&D to 40k | ‪Ben from Ghostfire GamingWelcome to Episode 20 of The Battle Forged Gaming Podcast presented by General Games Website: https://www.generalgames.com.au/ Instagram: / generalgameschirnside Ben Youtube: / GhostfireGaming Instagram: / thebenbyrne Justin Instagram: / bfg_justin Twitch: / battleforgedgaming Battle Forged Gaming Instagram / battleforgedgaming.podcast In this episode, we are joined by our special guest Ben from‪ Ghostfire Gaming 🛠️ Our featured interview with Ben, as Justin and Mark talk about the similarities between D&D and 40k. How hobbyists from either side can make the leap into the other hobby as well as what Ghostfire Gaming is all about. 🎨 Join us as we explore the past, present, a...2024-09-011h 22

The Eldritch Lorecast#147. How To Get the D&D 2024 PHB Early!The Eldritch Lorecast gets hype for Gen Con, where you can buy the first copies of the D&D 2024 Player's Handbook! What does the new president of WotC spell for the game's future? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailydael James: @JamesJHaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: @ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 04:45 - 2024 PHB selling at Gen Con 09:40 - USPS D&D Stamps 11:37 - Gh...2024-07-2453 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#122. The First D&D VR Game! Would You Join the Adventure?We announce all the 5e news from Ghostfire Gaming, review the Deck of Many Things continued production issues, and when we can expect D&D in VR? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael Shawn: @shawnmerwin James: @JamesJHaeck Editor: @ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 04:48 - 2024 gaming conventions 07:58 - Ghostfire Gaming news! 15:37 - Deck of Many Things manufacturing 21:39 - D&D...2024-01-3159 min

Robert Hartley GMShort Rest - Ben Byrne from Ghostfire GamingRob is chatting round the campfire with Ben Byrne from Ghostfire Gaming (https://www.youtube.com/c/GhostfireGaming). They are launching Aberration, their first ever Grim Hollow board game on the 26th Sept! It's a cooperative tower defense board game of horror and survival. Check it out at https://gamefound.com/en/projects/ghostfire-gaming/aberration and make sure you are following Ben on all the socials https://linktr.ee/TheBenByrne SUPPORT MY WORK: If you want to support me financially, so I can make more of this sort of content, you can do so on Patreon. https://www.patreon...2024-01-171h 51

RPGBOT.PodcastExploring the World of Ghostfire Gaming with Ben ByrneOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we have a conversation with Ben Byrne, Creative Content Director of Ghostfire Gaming! Ben and the team from Ghostfire have taken their love of role-playing games and performance to create a unique and immersive experience for tabletop gaming enthusiasts. We'll be discussing how Ghostfire Gaming has become an industry leader in the TTRPG space and how Ben and the rest of the Ghostfire Team create theatrical and immersive stories for players. We'll also be talking about the recent success of their crowdfunding campaigns and how they've been able to build a community...2023-12-2127 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#114. D&D Beyond Unleashes Surprise 3rd Party 5e Content!Ghostfire Gaming arrives on D&D Beyond with Lairs of Etharis and Dungeons of Drakkenheim, the first 3rd party 5e content after Critical Role. We also take time to answer listener emails. Get Lairs of Etharis on D&D Beyond: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_GHMG_2023_12_114 Support the Enchanting Emporium's Kickstarter: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_ELEE_2023_11_109 Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @JamesJHaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin 2023-12-061h 07

The Eldritch Lorecast#113. Mo' Monk, Mo' Problems - Stunning Strike is Broken!Reviewing the new D&D Unearthed Arcana playtest packet 8 leads to pondering whether 5e still needs resource management and if it's better for a monk's foe to succeed against Stunning Strike? Follow the Enchanting Emporium's Kickstarter: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_ELEE_2023_11_109 Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjHaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 01:33 - Thanksgiving 0...2023-11-2959 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#110. Why is EVERYONE Talking About This D&D Adventure?This week we're talking Magic Item Shops, new Black Flag adventures from Ghostfire Gaming, why in the Nine Hells EVERYONE is talking about Chains of Asmodeus, and clues about D&D 2024's core 5e rulebooks and release slate! Follow the Enchanting Emporium's Kickstarter: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_ELEE_2023_11_109 Arora: We All Fall Down (Black Flag adventure): https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/458423/arora-we-all-fall-down Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James...2023-11-081h 04

The Eldritch Lorecast#88. Pathfinder Refresh Moves out from D&D's ShadowPathfinder tries to separate itself further from D&D with a rules refresh! Teos and Adam rejoin the Lorecast to review the Pathfinder changes and answer some pressing listener emails. Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Shawn: @shawnmerwin Adam: @RetroArchetype Teos: @Alphastream Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 06:05 - Problem with Pathfinder 09:36 - Pathfinder rules refresh 15:42 - Pathfinder removing alignment 23:46 - Changes to lineage 2023-06-071h 04

The Eldritch Lorecast#87. Is Candela Obscura a TTRPG Clone?The Eldritch Lorecast dives into the Candela Obscura quickplay rules, and answers if there's been a copyright breach? Is the D&D Movie likely to get a sequel? Should we be worried about a TTRPG price rise? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 04:33 - Candela Obscura 19:07 - Games copyright 33:35 - D&D...2023-05-311h 00

The Eldritch Lorecast#86. You'll Like Feats if We TELL YOU to Like FeatsBlasting through the small amount of D&D and TTRPG news, we then discuss game design through the lens of writing style, flavor text vs rules text, and how to name things. Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 04:27 - Ghostfire's going to Gen Con 2023 12:02 - Dael’s strange experience 14:31 - Latest D...2023-05-241h 10

The Eldritch Lorecast#85. A New 5e Setting on a Sea of Starlight!We dive into the Aetherial Expanse to explore Ghostfire Gaming's new 5e campaign setting, get hyped for Critical Role's "Candela Obscura", and a fantastic listener email plunges us into a discussion of game design theory. Get notified when The Aetherial Expanse sets sail: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/977277590/the-aetherial-expanse-setting-guide Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 2023-05-171h 02

The Eldritch Lorecast#84. D&D Beyond Misplaces Monsters for Charity!We celebrate the release of Misplaced Monsters for a great cause, discuss what a 3rd Party D&D Beyond marketplace would look like, and explore the multiverse! Find your Misplaced Monsters: https://www.dndbeyond.com/marketplace/sourcebooks/misplaced-monsters-volume-one Get updates on the Aetherial Expanse: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/977277590/the-aetherial-expanse-setting-guide Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante ...2023-05-101h 07

The Eldritch Lorecast#83. Are D&D Classes System or Content?While breaking down the latest D&D 5e playtest packet, we ponder whether classes are indeed system or content? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 00:56 - Spell school quiz 06:53 - Are player classes system or content? 36:05 - Reviewing the D&D playtest packet 5 55:23 - Tales of the Valiant playtest pa...2023-05-031h 02

The Eldritch Lorecast#82. Is Critical Role Finished With D&D?We decide what should be in the new 5e DMG, before gauging our hype levels for Daggerheart and Illuminated Worlds from Darrington Press! Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael Shawn: @shawnmerwin Mike: SupergeekMike Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro04:24 - When to call in the Pinkertons13:54 - 2024 Dungeon Masters Guide sneak peak40:49 - Word's largest D&D game44:30 - Matt Mercer's Dimension 20 campaign49:01 - Critical Role announces their own TTRPG 2023-04-261h 10

The Eldritch Lorecast#81. Marisha Ray And Never Giving Up!This week Adam Carnevale ("D&D is for Nerds") gives us his best D&D puzzle ideas, we ponder the roll out of 5.5e on D&D Beyond, and celebrate Marisha Ray's amazing throw down at Creator Clash 2. Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Discover "D&D is for Nerds": https://www.sanspantsradio.com/podcasts/dd-is-for-nerds/ Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael Shawn: @shawnmerwin Adam: @RetroArchetype Editor: @ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 01:14 - Naming the D&D 5e rules refresh 06:11 - Rollout of the 5e rules refresh 14:47 - Future of D&D live plays post 5.5e 20:58 - Should the GM roll ev...2023-04-191h 08

The Eldritch Lorecast#80. The D&D Creator Summit's Unmet ExpectationsTeos Abadia reports from the field at the D&D Creator Summit, where tensions got a little heated as the future of 5e was revealed! Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Teos: @Alphastream Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 04:56 - D&D Creator Summit recap 06:43 - Mismatched expectations 15:40 - D&D VTT hands on 41:31 - Tales of the Valiant 43:43 - Reviewing the ORC first draft 59:30 - D&D 5e rules revision for 2024 2023-04-121h 12

The Eldritch Lorecast#79. Will the D&D VTT Change Tabletop Gaming?All the news from the D&D Direct is dissected while a Ghostfire spy feeds us information from the Digital D&D Creator Summit! Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 05:07 - Honor Among Thieves review (No Spoilers!) 06:41 - D&D Direct 07:42 - Minecraft x D&D DLC 13:06 - Hasbro toy showcase 14:09 - MTG movie secret lair 16:00 - Neverwinter: Menzoberranzan 17:49 - Wizkid's mimic and baby owlbear 25:09 - D&D VTT discussion 47:54 - Upcoming WotC book releases 2023-04-0559 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#78. Pondering our 'D&D Direct' Predictions Timely as always, this week's episode predicts the D&D Direct event only hours before it goes live! We ponder what the core books of One D&D might look like, and the give advice to folks starting out as game designers. Email the podcast: podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrneDael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: @ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 02:56 - Pre D&D Direct predictions 14:15 - What will One D&D core books look like? 35:20 - D&D Coffee Club 41:57 - Getting started as a game designer 2023-03-291h 00

The Eldritch Lorecast#77. First Look at Black Flag's Fighter & WizardWe scrutinize the second Project: Black Flag playtest packet from Kobold Press, finally get some insight from the One D&D survey results, and ponder how a GM can 'humble' troublesome players. Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 05:25 - Black Flag playtest packet 2 30:14 - One D&D survey results 40:18 - Chaosium announce Basic Roleplaying Universal Game Engine 42:05 - Till the Last Gasp and competitive roleplaying 46:45 - "Humbling" players and campaign setbacks 2023-03-2257 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#76. Wine & Dine Me, Wizards of the Coast!Some thoughts on the D&D Content Creator Summit, Wizard of the Coast's apparent strategy for the community moving forward, and how to DM climactic boss encounters! Meanwhile Ben and Dael got to see Honor Among Thieves a little early. Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Join the Valikan Clans Kickstarter: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_GHVC_2023_1_069 Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 04:00 - Honor Among Thieves first reactions (spoiler free) 09:06 - WotC's community update 26:50...2023-03-151h 00

The Eldritch Lorecast#75. Did WotC just Spoil Honor Among Thieves?'Tabletop News' producer Adam Rady joins the Lorecast to discuss the state of news and entertainment in the TTRPG industry! Also, did the characters' stats from Honor Among Thieves spoil the D&D movie? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Join the Valikan Clans Kickstarter: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_GHVC_2023_1_069 Follow Tabletop News: https://twitter.com/watchtabletop Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael Shawn: @shawnmerwin Adam: @HatlessWizard Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 00:40 - 1 Must Die: TTRPG's, card games, board games, war games? 06:00...2023-03-0857 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#74. Ardling Any Point to One D&D Right Now?The ardling exits stage right while the Druid and Paladin receive the One D&D playtest treatment! We dash through the Dimension 20 and Baldur's Gate news before diving deep into the Unearthed Arcana. Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Join the Valikan Clans Kickstarter: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_GHVC_2023_1_069 Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 00:36 - Physical vs digital dice 09:53 - Matt Mercer will DM Dimension 20 10:11 - Baldur's Gate 3 release date 16:11 - Wizkids...2023-03-0159 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#73. All Your Tabletop News in One Place!We look over the TTRPG news of the week before answering a host of listener questions! How easy is it to convert 5e adventures to other systems, like Pathfinder? How can you surprise a player who's read the adventure module your running? What else can we share from Australian culture? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Discover Grim Hollow: Valikan Clans: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_GHVC_2023_1_069 Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 04:58 - D&D Movie...2023-02-2158 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#72. Will Black Flag be Better than D&D 5e?This week we start by launching Grim Hollow: Valikan Clans, the latest 5e Kickstarter from Ghostfire Gaming! Then we're reviewing Kobold Presses first playtest packet for Black Flag. Raid and sail in Grim Hollow: Valikan Clans: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_GHVC_2023_1_069 Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Scott: @scottfgray James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 02:26 - A mechanic you'd add to 5e 12:11 - Grim Hollow: Valikan Clans 13:46 - Saga of the Seasons adventure module 20:22 - T...2023-02-151h 08

The Eldritch Lorecast#71. The Sundering of D&D 5e!This week we review the Kyle Brink interview over on 3 Black Halflings, discuss the fracturing of D&D 5e into multiple successor games, glimpse the reality of a digital future, and catch up once more on The Legend of Vox Machina! Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Become an Agent of the Empire: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_FB03_2023_2_071 Discover Grim Hollow: Valikan Clans: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_GHVC_2023_1_069 Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 00:53...2023-02-081h 00

The Eldritch Lorecast#70. The Aftermath of the 5e OGL Wars...The OGL wars are over, with Wizards of the Coast reverting to 1.0a and releasing the entire SRD 5.1 to Creative Commons. What does this mean for the future of Black Flag and One D&D? We also fire through the copious Critical Role news this week in order of importance! Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Get updates on Grim Hollow: Valikan Clans - https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_GHVC_2023_1_069 Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael Luna: @luboffin Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Meaningful TTRPG character...2023-02-011h 06

The Eldritch Lorecast#69. How Should We Respond to OGL 1.2?This week is a deep dive into the D&D OGL 1.2, as we consider our responses to the survey. The Legend of Vox Machina Season 2 also kicks off and we find out WTF is up with Fishblade? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Get updates on Grim Hollow: Valikan Clans - https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_GHVC_2023_1_069 Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Worst NPC names 07:22 - OGL 1.2 in depth breakdown 37:34 - 'The Legend of Vox Machina' S...2023-01-2556 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#68. Everything's Fine, Why Do You OGL... I mean ask?This week we reflect on the OGL leaks and all of the fallout since. We also celebrate our 3rd Party Publisher friends and discuss Ghostfire's future plans with 5e. Are you looking forward to the D&D TV show? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ghostfire Gaming's statement: https://ghostfiregaming.com/blog/forging-our-future/ Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 01:19 - Favorite 3rd Party 5e supplement? 08:01 - Reflecting on all the OGL news 20:21 - 3rd...2023-01-181h 00

The Eldritch Lorecast#67. It's Not Too Late to Start Your Dungeon23!This week we start by addressing the OGL elephant in the room before diving into the fun of #dungeon23. We also experiment with Chat GPT applications in game design and learn more than intended about the Realm of Shadow! Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Didn't back Quest-O-Nomicon? No problem, check it out here - https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_XPQN_2023_1_067 Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 05:29 - Ghostfire's response to the OGL news 07:47 - Quest-O-Nomicon...2023-01-111h 08

The Eldritch Lorecast#66. Ghostfire Gaming's Future with 5e in 2023?We spill what Ghostfire Gaming has planned for 2023, ponder about D&D 5th and 6th Editions in the coming year, and set our New Year's resolutions! Accept your first mission in Fables: Agents of the Empire here - https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_FB03_2023_1_066 Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 01:05 - New year's resolutions 05:48 - Fables 3: Agents of the Empire 17:56 - Grim Hollow: Raiders Guide to Valika 35:40...2023-01-0454 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#65. The Elly TTRPG Awards for 2022!We look back on the highlights of 2022 in the D&D and TTRPG industry, and reflect on the first full year of the Eldritch Lorecast! Help us celebrate with the most prestigious of award ceremonies, the Elly TTRPG Awards! Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 01:36 - The naming of the awards! 04:20 - "Let Me Tell You About My Character" Award (TTRPG highlights) 09:39 - "Tavern Rumors" Award (Biggest news of the...2022-12-281h 01

The Eldritch Lorecast#64. Breaking Down The Legend of Vox Machina S2 TrailerThis week we dig into The Legend of Vox Machina Season 2 trailer, including the episode list and season predictions! The rest of the podcast is devoted to answering listener emails about Ardlings in D&D 6e, and whether power creep is ruining 5e? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 00:49 - The Lorecast's evil minions! 05:23 - Breaking Down 'The Legend of Vox Machina' S2 trailer 16:25 - Henry Cavill's future in the 41...2022-12-211h 06

The Eldritch Lorecast#63. Wizards Plan to "Monetize" Dungeons & Dragons!Wizards of the Coast have a plan to better "monetize" the D&D brand, which we discuss with only a pinch of cynicism. The Lorecast also celebrates a release window for Baldur's Gate 3, and gives a sneak peak into Ghostfire Gaming's next Fable, Agents of the Empire! Learn more about 'Fables: Agents of the Empire': https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_FB03_2022_12_063 Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Joe Raso: @_Joe_Raso Editor: @ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 04:42 - Sneak P...2022-12-141h 04

The Eldritch Lorecast#62. Is 'Species' the Right Change for One D&D?The latest One D&D Unearthed Arcana playtest packet is here! It arrives with changes to the Cleric class, revisions to Ardlings, Goliaths, and Dragonborn, and Wizards of the Coast changing 'race' to 'species' in the future of D&D. All that and more, right now! Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Luna: @Luboffin Editor: ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 00:36 - What cleric is best cleric 04:42 - Honor Among Thieves update 07:49 - New Dragonlance themed monstrous compendium 15:38...2022-12-071h 13

The Eldritch Lorecast#61. Who Owns the Lore of a D&D Campaign World?This week's onslaught of 5e news includes 'Citadel of the Unseen Sun' getting a physical release, a popular D&D adventure re-re-releasing, and a debate about who owns a D&D campaign world off the back of Keith Baker releasing his own 'Chronicles of Eberron' book! Discover the 'Citadel of the Unseen Sun': https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_FB01_2022_11_061 Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 06:30 - 'Citadel of the Unseen Sun' physical release 20:11...2022-11-301h 03

The Eldritch Lorecast#60. Previewing Dragonlance with D&D Beyond's Amy DallenAmy Dallen from D&D Beyond and Phil Beckwith from Ghostfire Gaming jump aboard this week's episode for a final Dragonlance preview! Dael's jacket doesn't have pockets and Ben's positively buzzing. Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael Amy: @enthusiamy Phil: @PhilBeckwithDnD Topics: 00:00 - Intro 00:42 - Dael's pockets 01:28 - Which monster is most underused? 06:08 - Which dragon is best dragon? 09:31 - Dragonlance final preview! 23:09 - Wizard's responds to the OGL and SRD rumors 24:09 - Introducing D&D to your...2022-11-231h 04

The Eldritch Lorecast#59. Will One D&D be the End of 5e Publishers?Will One D&D spell the end of 5e publishers like Ghostfire Gaming or MCDM? This week we clarify some misinformation about how the Open Game License works for 3rd party publishers, with the help of special guest Gabe Hicks! Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael Shawn: @shawnmerwin Gabe: @GabeJamesGames Topics: 00:00 - Intro 00:47 - Favourite 3rd Party 5e Supplements? 07:00 - Ben's books were slanted... 07:23 - The Session Zero System 17:10 - Is One D&D the end of 3rd party publishing?2022-11-1659 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#58. The Future of the TTRPG Industry on TwitterWith Twitter catching fire under new management, the crew discuss what this means for D&D and the TTRPG industry. We then learn the true tale of a real life D&D artifact, and how to approach publishers as an independent creator! Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Favorite social media platform for TTRPGs 08:37 - Performative vs productive social media habits 21:28 - The future of Twitter and the TTRPG industry 42:00 - "Honor Among Thieves"...2022-11-091h 06

The Eldritch Lorecast#57. Spooky, Scary, D&D Adventure Ideas!The crew all get dressed up for Halloween this week to explore some of our spookiest D&D adventure ideas to send shivers down your spine! We also touch on the news of the week with the Dragonlance preview, the latest D&D toys; Dicelings, and Henry Cavill leaving The Witcher. Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Halloween costumes! 02:18 - Dragonlance preview 06:18 - Lunar magic and the moons of Exandria 11:47 - Dicelings 16:15 - Henry...2022-11-021h 08

The Eldritch Lorecast#56. Could Your DM be Replaced by a Computer in One D&D?With fans anxious about the digital future of D&D, a surprise departure from Wizard's of the Coast could provide hints about where things are headed. The team also talk objective-based combat encounters and organising GM prep notes. Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 02:01 - Favorite beholder eye ray? 04:54 - James' appearing at Big Bad Con 08:24 - The Lorecast attending conventions 12:44 - Ray Winninger departs Wizards of the Coast 22:38 - Is One...2022-10-261h 05

The Eldritch Lorecast#55. Are Video Games the Future of D&D?Are video games the future of D&D's financial success? Would you watch a documentary featuring celebrities gushing about D&D's history? Do complex rules make it harder to tell good stories? All that and more, now! Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 01:42 - James Haeck has not seen a wombat 02:29 - Your favorite D&D outer plane? 07:44 - D&D's video game news 20:14 - What do you want to see in a...2022-10-191h 03

The Eldritch Lorecast#54. More D&D News Than You Can Shake An Owlbear At!The Legend of Vox Machina previews Season 2, D&D teams up with LEGO, prequal novels to 'Honor Among Thieves' are announced, and Ghostfire Gaming teases the future of Grim Hollow! All that and more, right now. The Monster Hunter class: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_ALL1_2022_10_919 Playtest survey: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_ALL1_2022_10_920 Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 01:04 - What is your GM setup like? 07:25 - Citadel of the Unseen Sun physical...2022-10-121h 09

The Eldritch Lorecast#53. Is One D&D Repeating The Mistakes of 4e?We're breaking down the latest One D&D release including Expert Classes, Feats & Spell lists. Sly Flourish joins us to speculate on the difficult position Wizards of the Coast may be finding themselves in, and is Dungeons & Dragons' future digital? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Sly Flourish and all the Lazy Dungeon Master's content can be found over on SlyFlourish.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 00:47 - Advantages of playing TTRPGs online? 07:42 - Latest One D&D Unearthed Arcana 10:51...2022-10-051h 17

The Eldritch Lorecast#52. You Can't Make a Mega Dungeon That Big!Design your own campaign spanning mega dungeon with these handy tips! Wizards of the Coast introduce an after school program, the crew lament directional dungeon doors, and we ponder whether to subscribe to a TTRPG streaming service. Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Take a gander at https://www.dragont4c.com/ streaming service. Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 04:00 - A TTRPG streaming service 18:22 - Wizards of the Coast offer after school programs 31:10 - Building Mega Dungeons!!2022-09-281h 04

The Eldritch Lorecast#51. Did Critical Role Just TPK the Party?Recent events on Critical Role has everyone discussing when and how a Total Party Kill (TPK) happens, and how to handle it as a player and a GM. Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 00:24 - Being part of a TPK 05:33 - How to handle TPKs 10:37 - Potential spoilers for Critical Role starts 11:37 - Spoilers over 17:55 - GM intervention to avoid player-character death 29:44 - The rings of power we have at home 2022-09-211h 04

The Eldritch Lorecast#50. Sebastian Crowe needs you!The Dungeon Dudes return to the Eldritch Lorecast once again as "Sebastian Crowe's Guide to Drakkenheim", their second Kickstarter is finishing soon! We touch on a bit of Monty Python, talk about the Dungeons of Drakkenheim show and its sequel, and workshop some minigames to learn a language in-game! Follow "Sebastian Crowe's Guide to Drakkenheim" Kickstarter: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_SCGD_2022_7_043 Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/7CJU7b5GYB James: @jameshaeck Dael: @DailyDael Monty: @montycmartin Kelly: @KaiInRealLife Topics: 2022-09-141h 02

The Eldritch Lorecast#49. Exploration Mechanics In One D&D?We're dissecting One D&D further in response to the playtest survey on D&D Beyond, which launches into a massive chat about how the game could better support the exploration and social pillars of play, for 5e and in future! Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 00:39 - How to start a D&D Campaign 09:08 - We're going to PAX Aus!! 13:13 - Responding to One D&D's playtest survey 26:05 - Feats for exploration...2022-09-0759 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#48. Reviewing the D&D 2023 Release ScheduleWe discuss our expectations of Dungeons & Dragons' 2023 release schedule, prompting discussions about heist adventures, the deck of many things, and rediscovering Planescape! Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Check out Sebastian Crowe's Guide to Drakkenheim: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_SCGD_2022_8_046 Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 00:59 - The module that defined 5th Edition 08:58 - Keys From the Golden Vault & heist adventures 24:27 - Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants 36:25 - The Phandelver Campaign 39:19 - The Book of...2022-08-311h 02

The Eldritch Lorecast#47. Is One D&D the Last Edition of Dungeons & Dragons?This week we're taking a deep dive into the One D&D Unearthed Arcana, closely examining the D&D Beyond VTT announcement, and asking what all this news means for the TTRPG industry? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 05:09 - Spelljammer impressions 08:39 - Beings From Beyond the Horizon 11:45 - Start of One D&D discussion 17:31 - Wizards of the Coast's VTT 32:36 - Is One D&D a "new" edition? 47:58 - Community...2022-08-241h 15

The Eldritch Lorecast#46. Support For Theatre of the Mind In D&D 5.5eWe pontificate further about what we'd like to see in D&D 5.5e, "Sebastian Crowe's Guide to Drakkenheim" gets funded in 3 minutes, and our expert panelists break down the art of running one shots! Check out Sebastian Crowe's Guide to Drakkenheim: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_SCGD_2022_8_046 Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Your "Go To" one-shot adventure 07:41 - Sebastian Crowe's Guide to Drakkenheim is LIVE! 15:49 - Sly Flourish predictions for the next edition of...2022-08-1757 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#45. 'Wizards Presents' Predictions with Matt ColvilleWe're joined by Matt Colville to reflect on the past and present of D&D to predict the future of the world's most popular roleplaying game! The Lorecast graduates to it's own YouTube channel and we congratulate James Haeck alongside his fellow ENNIE award winners. Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Matt: @mattcolville 00:00 - "Fixing" rules from D&D 5e 15:42 - The Eldritch Lorecast graduates to its own YouTube channel 17:43 - 'Wizard Presents' predictions 22:26 - The legacy of 4e and discussing...2022-08-101h 03

The Eldritch Lorecast#44. Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among OwlbearsJames and Shawn return in time to pick apart the D&D movie trailer and give their opinion on Owlbear-gate. Speaking of monsters, we answer a YouTube listener question about running 'monster of the week' style campaigns. Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/7CJU7b5GYB Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:58 - Older D&D movies 08:01 - Pirates of the Aetherial Expanse episode 2 11:45 - New 5e starter kit: Dragons of Stormwreck Isle 19:04...2022-08-031h 01

The Eldritch Lorecast#43. Sebastian Crowe Guides Us Back To DrakkenheimThe Dungeon Dudes return to the Eldritch Lorecast with "Sebastian Crowe's Guide to Drakkenheim", their second Kickstarter! We weigh in on the Owlbear vs wild shape debate while geeking out over the 'Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves' trailer! Follow "Sebastian Crowe's Guide to Drakkenheim" Kickstarter: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_SCGD_2022_7_043 Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/7CJU7b5GYB Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael Monty: @montycmartin Kelly: @KaiInRealLife Topics: 00:00 - Wild shaping into an Owlbear? 05:51 - Remember...2022-07-271h 04

Making a MonsterThe Mukad: aberrant insect harbingers from Grim Hollow by Ghostfire GamesThe mukad are insect-like aberrations following the orders of a slumbering god of destruction as they lurk in the walls. Read the transcript and get more from the show: https://scintilla.studio/monster-mukad-grim-hollow-ghostfire-games/ Get stat blocks, bonus content, and other monstrous perks: www.patreon.com/scintillastudioJoin the conversation: www.twitter.com/SparkOtterMeet my guests:Joe Raso: https://twitter.com/_joe_rasoGrim Hollow by Ghostfire Games: https://ghostfiregaming.com/grim-hollow/Music by Jason Shaw at Audionautix.com 2022-07-2626 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#42. Unearthed Wonders of the MultiverseA new Unearthed Arcana arrives halfway through recording and we marvel at the Wonders of the Multiverse! There's speculation over the Roll20 and OneBookShelf merger, anticipation for the "next versions" of the D&D core books, and time for a snack! Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/7CJU7b5GYB Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 04:19 - Roll20 and OneBookShelf (DMs Guild) merging togehter! 16:58 - Unearthed Arcana: Wonders of the Multiverse 21:37...2022-07-2053 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#41. Spelljammer Academy Has Free Tuition!We break news with Spelljammer Academy releasing free on D&D Beyond, celebrate the announcement of the ENNIE award nominations with nominee James Haeck, and think up questions to ask players during character creation! Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/7CJU7b5GYB Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 00:56 - How to use exposition without boring your players! 19:18 - Spelljammer Academy is a free on D&D Beyond 26:41 - ENNIE awards...2022-07-131h 02

The Eldritch Lorecast#40. The D&D Civil War Heats Up!We celebrate the launch of Fables 2: Pirates of the Aetherial Expanse, dissect the news about DM's Guild partnering with Roll20, and congratulate celebrated RPG 'Alice is Missing' receiving a movie deal! Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Find out more about 'Fables 2: Pirates of the Aetherial Expanse' here: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_FB02_2022_7_040 Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/7CJU7b5GYB Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Fables 2: Pirates of the Aetherial Expanse 04:10 - New player races...2022-07-0657 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#39. Radiant Citadel's First Chapter Is Free!We consider TTRPG's digital future with D&D Beyond releasing of the first chapter from Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel free. Ben geek's out over a D&D themed breakfast, James listens to the official Critical Role album, Shawn talks marketing strategies, and Dael judges the transitions. Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Follow us on Twitch for live episode recordings (Monday, 7pm EDT): https://www.twitch.tv/ghostfire_official Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 05:18 - Transformations and...2022-06-291h 04

The Eldritch Lorecast#38. This One Spell That All D&D GM's Hate!How high have you levelled up playing D&D 5e? Is it better to be a creative story writer or game mechanic engineer when writing for TTRPG's? Why is goodberry just the worst!? The answers to all these questions and more awaits! Email YOUR questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Follow us on Twitch for live episode recordings (Monday, 7pm EDT): https://www.twitch.tv/ghostfire_official Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Ben's "sick" intros 00:28 - What Level 20 character would...2022-06-231h 01

The Eldritch Lorecast#37. The Vecna Dossier and Even Stranger ThingsUPDATE: We forgot to mention the day we're streaming the Lorecast! Monday 7pm EDT / Monday 4pm PDT / Tuesday 9am AEDT We deep dive into the Vecna dossier and recap the history of D&D's most infamous lich! We also explore the contribution Stranger Things has had on D&D's popularity and it's representation of the satanic panic. And of course a listener email! Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Last chance to back Arora: Age of Desolation on Kickstarted here: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_AR01_2022_6_037 Follow us on Twitch for...2022-06-1556 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#36. Nine Eyes of Lucien and One Eye of VecnaThe Critical Role extended universe is expanded by the impending release of "The Nine Eyes of Lucien", we speculate about monster themed supplements, and ponder the influence of Stranger Things on D&D. Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Check out Shawn's campaign setting Arora: Age of Desolation, being Kickstarted here: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_AR01_2022_6_036 Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - What's so great about dragons? 03:57 - "The Nine Eyes of Lucien" and the Critical Role extended universe 19:35...2022-06-081h 00

The Eldritch Lorecast#35. Unearthing a Giant Amount of ArcanaWe're dissecting the giant feats and subclasses offered in Unearthed Arcana, revisiting Monsters of the Multiverse to discuss the changes to player races, and special guest Joe Raso joins us to chat more Fables 2: Pirates of the Aetherial Expanse! Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Find out more about 'Fables 2: Pirates of the Aetherial Expanse' here: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_FB02_2022_6_035 Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/7CJU7b5GYB Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Joe: @_Joe_Raso Topics: 00:00 - Intro 02:50...2022-06-011h 01

The Eldritch Lorecast#34. Mordenkainen's Monsters Multiverse MashThis week we review the changes in Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse, provide a sneak preview of Fables 2: Pirates of the Aetherial Expanse, briefly touch on the issues around Dark Souls TTRPG, and answer a bunch of listener emails! Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Find out more about 'Fables 2: Pirates of the Aetherial Expanse' here: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_FB02_2022_5_034 Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 02:42 - Fables 2: Pirates of the Aetherial Expanse 08:27 - Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters o...2022-05-251h 01

The Eldritch Lorecast#33. The Age of Desolation is Upon UsArora: Age of Desolation has arrived, and Shawn is here to unleash all the details about his beloved project! Unfortunately shardscale has started infecting Ben's microphone this week, resulting in a very slight audio quality dip. Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Pledge to survive 'Arora: Age of Desolation' here: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_AR01_2022_5_033 Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 06:23 - Shawn details all in 'Arora: Age of Desolation' 33:18 - D&D Beyond pulls Volo's and Mordenkainen's from...2022-05-181h 00

The Eldritch Lorecast#32. D&D Miniatures Vs Theatre of the MindThis week a geyser of new D&D miniatures from Wizkids rains down upon us and sparks a conversation about battle maps vs theatre of the mind. Shawn teases Arora: Age of Desolation, and Ben invents his best segues yet. Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Discover more about Arora: Age of Desolation here: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_AR01_2022_5_032 Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 04:42 - 'Arora: Age of Desolation' teaser 07:25 - New Wizkids miniatures for Spelljammers and Bells...2022-05-111h 00

The Eldritch Lorecast#31. Travelers of the D&D Metaverse?This week we try to break some news, pondering whether a 'Metaverse' is coming for 5e which could include third party campaign settings? James is as excited as ever for Episode 5 of Fables, and Dael teaches us the word skeumorphism. Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Check out the latest episode of Fables: Citadel of the Unseen Sun here: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_FB01_2022_5_031 Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 02:14 - Fables, Episode 5: City of Decadence 04:58 - Urban...2022-05-041h 09

The Eldritch Lorecast#30. D&D Beyond is Bought and Spelljammer ConfirmedWe dive deep into the Dungeons & Dragons news from D&D Direct, including Spelljammer, Dragonlance, Baldur's Gate, campaign cases and more! Plus we dissect the implications (good and bad) of Wizards of the Coast purchasing D&D Beyond! Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Check out Ghostfire Gaming's website here: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_ALL1_2022_4_030 Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 07:35 - D&D Beyond acquired by Wizards of the Coast 20:34 - Goon balloon 22:02 - D&D Beyond...2022-04-271h 00

The Eldritch Lorecast#29. Run Party Followers Your Players Won't HateThis week's episode of The Eldritch Lorecast is a deep dive into our mail bag, answering questions about party followers, sidekicks and familiars, D&D as an educational tool, and could you run Bridgerton as a 5e adventure? Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Check out Ghostfire Gaming's website here: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_ALL1_2022_4_029 Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 02:29 - Are party followers ever a good idea? 13:44 - Run party followers your players won't hate 37:00...2022-04-201h 03

The Eldritch Lorecast#28. Make Dungeons Inspired by The Legend of ZeldaThis week's news is Hasbro's stealth announcement of a new D&D starter adventure, 'Dragons of Shipwreck Cove', and the next chapter of Fables is revealed to be more open world! James is inspired by The Legend of Zelda, Dael rolls for initiative against a giant spider, Shawn recounts more of 5e's beginnings, and Ben doesn't like Skyrim. Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 00:17 - Dael's battle with Australian fauna 01:18 - Our first D&D 5...2022-04-1357 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#27. Pathfinder is Getting a 5e Adventure Module!It's no April Fool's joke, Paizo are publishing a Pathfinder module as a 5th Edition adventure! Meanwhile WizKids are making a skirmish wargame with D&D: Onslaught. Dael brings her Golarion expertise, Shawn fears the reality-slayer-sword, James is gaga-googly eyes, and Ben lets his wargamer flag fly! Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 06:40 - Paizo releasing a Pathfinder module for D&D 5e! 20:15 - Should other TTRPG publishers release 5e supplements? 27:03 - 'Dungeons & Dragons...2022-04-0657 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#26. Critical Role vs Legacy MediaThis week we're hyped for 'Arora: Age of Desolation', 'Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel', and Stephen Colbert teaming up with Critical Role again in April! Dael and James reminisce over their favorite Crit Role guest stars, Shawn gives sneaky clues about his new campaign world, and Ben turns EVERY game into an rpg. Discover 'Arora: Age of Desolation': https://ghostfiregaming.com/arora/ Help Choose Stephen's Adventure (Again): https://tiltify.com/@criticalrole/choose-stephen-colberts-adventure-again Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin 2022-03-301h 02

The Eldritch Lorecast#25. Alternative Leveling Up Options for 5e!This week we get hyped for the Dungeons & Dragons movie with Chris Pine and Hugh Grant, and debate whether it feels good to level up in 5e. Ben just keeps his players at level 1, Dael is kinder to leveling than she's been in the past, James is on Witcher Watch this week, and Shawn is glad it's not like earlier editions. Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 05:00 - The upcoming D&D movie! 15:10 - Is H...2022-03-231h 00

The Eldritch Lorecast#24. The Netherdeep Calls Once More!This week we dive deep into Critical Role: Call of the Netherdeep, discussing Critical Role Easter eggs, rival parties, and what we're most excited for! James and Shawn give insight into working in the TTRPG industry, and Dael doesn't think that's how lunar magic works while Ben crosses his arms in thoughtful disagreement. Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 04:34 - Working on D&D adventure books and other industry insights 17:08 - What comes first? The...2022-03-161h 03

The Eldritch Lorecast#23. Are These the Best D&D Campaign Settings?We spend this week's podcast exploring our favorite D&D campaign settings and answering listener questions! We chat about player races, NPCs, and whether Saving Throws are redundant? Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ghostfire Gaming Discord: https://discord.gg/QamRfm8d2A Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael Logan: @the_runesmith Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 00:38 - Favorite D&D campaign settings 14:17 - World building with the Microscope RPG 21:09 - Should the DM disallow specific player races? 30:53 - Adding stats to your NPCS 2022-03-091h 05

The Eldritch Lorecast#22. Are D&D Liveplays Evolving Beyond Critical Role?This week we finally deep dive into The Legend of Vox Machina!! We also discuss how Liveplays are changing and what makes one worth watching? Email questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 05:00 - Re-capping The Legend of Vox Machina 15:30 - Is Legend of Vox Machina good at translating D&D? 24:02 - Swearing in Vox Machina 34:26 - Deborah Ann Woll and Children of Éarte 37:48 - What makes a good liveplay? 51:51...2022-03-021h 03

The Eldritch Lorecast#21. Why Are Other Editions of D&D Better Than 5eThis week Jim Davis from @Web DM joins the Eldritch Lorecast to help us learn from past editions of Dungeons & Dragons and brew house rules together from what we discover! Email: podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael Shawn: @shawnmerwin Jim: @therealjimdavis Check out Weird Wastelands: https://weird-wastelands.backerkit.com/ Topics: 00:00 - Intro 07:33 - Web DM & Weird Wastelands 18:10 - Learning from past editions of D&D 30:31 - Alternative ideas for rolling initiative 51:57 - Does a fireball destroy character equipment? 2022-02-231h 03

The Eldritch Lorecast#20. Why NFTs are TERRIBLE for the TTRPG Industry!We dirty our souls discussing exactly why NFTs are terrible for the TTRPG industry, and then dive into listener email questions about DnD homebrew mechanics and house rules. Email: podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Favorite House Rules 11:24 - Why NFTs Are TERRIBLE for the TTRPG Industry! 27:01 - Alternative Exhaustion Mechanics 43:00 - Balancing House Rules & Homebrew 2022-02-161h 04

The Eldritch Lorecast#19. Runesmith Explains the Sunken IslesRunesmith returns once more to dive even deeper into the Sunken Isles, their new 5e adventure module. We explore the monster statblocks, including the mighty Shrimp Lord! Dael still hasn't seen The Legend of Vox Machina, James explores 5e condition mechanics, and Ben gushes about violent dragon attacks! Back the Sunken Isles Kickstarter now! Discover more about Purple Mai'a here. Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Logan: @the_runesmith Topics: 00:00 - Intro 08:43 - Runesmith on the Sunken Isles 12:21 - Monster Stat Blocks 18:57...2022-02-091h 01

The Eldritch Lorecast#18. Reviewing The Legend of Vox MachinaThis week James returns to help us celebrate a dice bag's worth of TTRPG news! Fables: Citadel of the Unseen Sun's second episode arrives, Tal'Dorei is Reborn, and we discuss Scanlan's [censored] on The Legend of Vox Machina. Check out the Daemon Oak from @Woodart Vietnam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksxNvJXVh_U Fables: Citadel of the Unseen Sun: https://ghostfiregaming.com/fables/ Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Topics: 00:00 - Intro 05:16 - Fables: Episode 2 release 10:07 - Daemon Oak Wood Sculpture 2022-02-021h 00

The Eldritch Lorecast#17. You Should Railroad Your PlayersRailroading isn't such a bad thing, and this week we mount the argument why when discussing running campaigns for uncreative dungeon masters. We also answer email questions about satisfying endings and how to make it fun to outlaw magic. Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael Shawn: @shawnmerwin Logan: @the_runesmith Topics: 00:00 - Intro 10:08 - DMing adventures when you're not creative 18:32 - How do you generally prep and run modules? 25:14 - It's Good to Railroad 31:45...2022-01-2600 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#16. Choosing Monsters & Magical DamageShawn unveils Grim Hollow: The Monster Grimoire to the public and we discuss building encounters around our favorite monsters. Ben and Dael debate Fire Elementals vs a bucket of water, and just how magical is that magical weapon? Grim Hollow: The Monster Grimoire: https://ghostfiregaming.com/product/grim-hollow-the-monster-grimoire-pdf/ Ben: @Melb_DM Dael: @DailyDael Shawn: @shawnmerwin Logan: @the_runesmith Topics: 00:00 - Intro 05:29 - Grim Hollow: The Monster Grimoire 10:43 - Choosing monsters for encounter building 17:39 - Stibble's Codex of Companions 21:22 - Modifying monster stat blocks 27:05...2022-01-1955 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#15. Sailing Towards a New 5e AdventureRunesmith himself, Logan Reese, returns to The Eldritch Lorecast to introduce his first 5th Edition adventure module; Sunken Isles. We're also delving into player-character backgrounds and how crafting your perfect backstory, and answering the big questions about sausage rolls! Sign up for news from the Sunken Isles Kickstarter: https://ghostfiregaming.com/the-sunken-isles/ Topics: 00:00 - intro 00:14 - What are sausage rolls? 06:12 - Introducing Sunken Isles 16:26 - New Sunken Isles player races 27:50 - New naval and sailing rules 35:29 - Player-character backgrounds 00:56 - The best virtual tabletops 2022-01-121h 12

The Eldritch Lorecast#14. The Future of Tabletop Roleplaying GamesThe Eldritch Lorecast is back in 2022 and we're looking forward to a bright future in the TTRPG space. James discusses the release of his Fables baby, Shawn exhibits signs of Dragon Rage, Dael aims for some achievable goals including "2 small tricks", and Ben reminds himself to get back in touch with D&D as a hobby. Topics: 00:00 - Intro 00:39 - Reflecting on 2021 03:59 - Release of Fables: Citadel of the Unseen Sun 09:57 - Exploring the Monster Grimoire 17:51 - Dungeons of Drakkenheim 22:13 - Fables 2...2022-01-0559 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#13. A Very Grim Hollow Christmas: Part 2The crew continue our Christmas themed adventure, playing FATE: Accelerated by Evil Hat Productions. Gripped by terror one year more, is the entirety of Landhaus who have all locked their doors... which is likely wise with Kallos, Brillo and Eleanor running amok! The Tale Continued: 00:00 - Intro 01:32 - When we last left our heroes... 06:15 - Eleanor making enemies 21:19 - Confronting The Giver 38:35 - Combat commences (sort of) 43:31 - Eleanor making friends 55:22 - The FATE of Mr. Muscle Good Sir 2021-12-291h 02

The Eldritch Lorecast#12. A Very Grim Hollow Christmas: Part 1On this very special episode of The Eldritch Lorecast, we're taking some time off from game design to play FATE: Accelerated, from Evil Hat Productions. 'Tis all winter solstice and silent in the city of Landhaus... until our heroes incite a riot and start breaking into homes in search of a mysterious gift giving monster! The Tale: 00:00 - Intro 01:57 - FATE: Accelerated rules 04:05 - Our story begins... 06:20 - Character introductions 12:49 - The angry villagers 33:03 - Following a lead 50:12 - Breaking and entering 58:37 - Finally inside the house 2021-12-221h 07

The Eldritch Lorecast#11. All I Want For Christmas is a Cthulhoid EffigyThis week's Lorecast asks the big questions about whether you NEED to expand your TTRPG repertoire or 5th Edition D&D can cover every genre? James gets excited about Fables: Citadel of the Unseen Sun and Dael introduces us to The Gentleman. Download the first chapter of Fables FREE: https://ghostfiregaming.com/fables/ Topics: 00:00 - Intro 00:12 - Favorite Christmas gifts 07:00 - Fables Chapter 1 08:19 - Designing traps that engage players 16:31 - James' final words on Fables 18:56 - D&D...2021-12-1553 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#10. Arcane Anomalies and Studying at StrixhavenThis episode is all about the arcane, eldritch, and magical as we anticipate the release of Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos. Dael makes controversial claims about Counterspell, Ben is mad at Suggestion, Shawn warns against the dangers of not cleaning up after a ritual, and James enjoys the mutual destruction of fireball. An email sparks a debate about whether bludgeoning, piercing, or slashing damage is magical if caused by a spell. Topics: 00:00 - Intro 06:13 - Strixhaven Release! 15:18 - The Cat saga 15:36 - Monsters in Strixhaven 18:02 - Rating spells for W...2021-12-081h 04

The Eldritch Lorecast#09. Dungeon Dudes Delving into DrakkenheimThe Dungeon Dude's drop by to take us on a tour of their dark fantasy adventure module, the Dungeons of Drakkenheim! Monty contaminates the world of Drakkenheim with new spells and magic items, Kelly has regrets about the monsters he's created, Ben mutates into Colbert momentarily, and Dael wants us to follow the rabbit of happiness! Topics: 00:00 - Intro 01:17 - What fictitious world would you escape into? 04:47 - Dungeons of Drakkenheim 13:53 - Contamination and Mutation mechanics 26:14 - Factions of Drakkenheim 37:29 - How to start World Building 2021-12-0151 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#08. What's the Best Way to Handle a Critical Hit?Ben and Dael get recklessly empathetic for their new D&D characters while Shawn onboards new players by limiting their options. James get critical about the result of rolling a natural 20... or a natural 1. Topics: 00:00 - Intro 02:31 - Character creation 23:38 - Using pre-generated characters 29:24 - Onboarding new players & Session 0's 37:00 - Having 'Reckless Empathy' for your character 40:59 - Scoring a Natural 20 and a Natural 1 46:40 - Designing rules for rolling criticals 2021-11-241h 00

The Eldritch Lorecast#07. Aaah!! Designing Real D&D MonstersShawn and James break down their approaches to designing monsters for 5th Edition D&D, Dael explains building in a "Death Star Exhaust Port" to her monsters, and Ben is surprised by how virtuous everyone's player-characters are. We delve into the merits of running "An Evil Campaign" *cue lightning* and how each of us would approach such a dastardly game. Ask us a question for the latest episode: podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Topics: 00:00 - Intro 02:50 - 5e Monster Design 18:10 - Monster's with "Death Star Exhaust Ports" 25:48 - Monsters Inspired by...2021-11-171h 02

The Eldritch Lorecast#06. Aesop's Fables Got Nothing on Grim HollowJames reveals all about Fables: Citadel of the Unseen Sun! This first ever Grim Hollow adventure module releases in instalments, starting in January 2022. The crew also discuss how digital tools such as Pathfinder Nexus and D&D Beyond have evolved alongside TTRPGs, and where they might be going. What is the scent of delusion? Are hit points meat? Topics: 00:00 - Intro 02:48 - Fables - What? When? How? 16:52 - Fables - Character Levels 25:28 - Citadel of the Unseen Sun - Adventure design 31:56 - Digital tools used in TTRPGs 2021-11-101h 04

The Eldritch Lorecast#05. Why YOU should play TTRPGsIn Episode #05 we take a break from the news cycle to ask each other what we love most about playing tabletop roleplaying games like D&D 5e? How do you get started if you've never played before? Do complex game mechanics tell a better story than simple ones? Ben has strong feelings about whether you should turn your passion for TTRPGs into your job while Dael sees into the future and talks briefly about candy. Topics: 02:37 - Why Play TTRPGs? 23:24 - Evolution of D&D through the Editions 36:35 - Crunchy game mechanics vs simple...2021-11-0358 min

The Eldritch Lorecast#04. You All Meet in a Twisted TavernEpisode #04 features Logan from Runesmith taking us on tavern crawl through "The Seeker's Guide to Twisted Taverns", and we hotly debate the function of passive perception over a brew. As the night goes on we get philosophical about the alignment chart and the nature of morality, before diving into myths and morality tales. No birds were harmed in the making of this podcast. Topics: 00:02:01 - "You all meet in a Tavern" adventures 00:11:09 - The Seeker's Guide To Twisted Taverns 00:21:10 - Passive Perception debate 00:31:47 - The Alignment Chart 00:47:43 - The Bird saga 2021-10-271h 09

The Eldritch Lorecast#03. Talk Netherdeep To MeEpisode #03 takes a Netherdeep Dive into the new Critical Role book, "Call of the Netherdeep", with James spilling some secrets from the depths. We uncover the evolving magic item's from Fizban's Treasury and evolve it into a conversation about arcane artefacts in general. Then we get spooky, brainstorming experiences for Halloween and horror themed RPG's. Are vampires the most philosophical monsters, or was man the real monster all along? Topics: 00:00:20 - Scariest D&D Monsters 00:03:20 - Talking CALL OF THE NETHERDEEP 00:16:08 - Shawn's doing an Extra Life live-play 00:25:25...2021-10-201h 01

The Eldritch Lorecast#02. Dragons' Treasure & Multiverse TravelersEpisode #02 of The Eldritch Lorecast explores Fizban's Treasury of Dragons and what we're excited to see in the new book! We also discuss the new Unearthed Arcana: Travelers of the Multiverse while pretending to know all about Spelljammers, explore how to make choosing racial traits far more customizable and dynamic, suggest variant roleplay tools such as prompt cards and relationship mapping, and start an international dispute over inches and centimetres. Topics: 00:00:30 - Describe yourself as a dragon type 00:01:38 - Quest-o-Nomicon Kickstarter closes 00:02:28 - Unearthed Arcana: Travelers of the Multiverse 00:11:45 - Mixing...2021-10-131h 03

The Eldritch Lorecast#01. "Pools and Streams" Adventure DesignWelcome to Episode #01 of The Eldritch Lorecast, where we dissect the news in the tabletop RPG industry and discussing our findings! This week it's the arrival of Grim Hollow: The Player's Guide to Kickstarter backers, the Quest-o-Nomicon and designing adaptable adventures, changes coming in Mordenkainen's Monsters of the Multiverse, and our hopes and dreams for Dungeons & Dragons 5.5e. Topics: 00:02:24 - Grim Hollow: The Player's Guide 00:16:35 - The Quest-o-Nomicon and adaptable adventures 00:34:20 - D&D Celebration 2021 and Mordenkainen's Monsters of the Multiverse 00:51:27 - Dungeons & Dragons 5.5e 2021-10-061h 02