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RPGBOT.PodcastGHOSTS (RPGBOT.Bestiary) - Unfinished Business and Undead Bad DecisionsAd Free Listening on the RPGBOT Patreon Want more episodes like this, plus early access, live recordings, or ad-free listening? Join our Patreon at patreon.com/rpgbot and help us keep the mics on (and the ghosts at bay). Every little bit helps us roll with advantage! Show Notes In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, the crew dives deep into Ghosts in tabletop RPGs—both as monsters and as masterful storytelling tools. From the mechanics of possession and rejuvenation to the raw narrative potential of ghost encounters, Tyler, Randall, and Ash explore how ghosts have changed ac...
2025-11-131h 10RPGBOT.PodcastGHOSTS (RPGBOT.Bestiary) - Unfinished Business and Undead Bad DecisionsAd Free Listening on the RPGBOT Patreon Want more episodes like this, plus early access, live recordings, or ad-free listening? Join our Patreon at patreon.com/rpgbot and help us keep the mics on (and the ghosts at bay). Every little bit helps us roll with advantage! Show Notes In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, the crew dives deep into Ghosts in tabletop RPGs—both as monsters and as masterful storytelling tools. From the mechanics of possession and rejuvenation to the raw narrative potential of ghost encounters, Tyler, Randall, and Ash explore how ghosts have changed ac...
2025-11-131h 10
RPGBOT.PodcastSTARFINDER 2 PLAYER CORE - RPGBOT.Review - Space Clerics and Ratfolk? Sign me up.Strap in, space cadets—we're about to hyperjump into a galaxy where healing is done with stickers, rats are adorable, and gravity is optional. Past episodes of the RPGBOT.Podcast are now available on YouTube! Revisit our greatest hits, deepest takes, and most unhinged tangents with your eyeballs and your earholes. Just search for "RPGBOT.Podcast" on YouTube or follow the links from RPGBOT.net to join the chaos chronologically. Episode Summary: In this cosmic critique, the RPGBOT crew beams aboard the Starfinder 2e Player Core, phasers set to "analysis." Between Randall's family hijinks and As...
2025-08-111h 08RPGBOT.PodcastSTARFINDER 2 PLAYER CORE - RPGBOT.Review - Space Clerics and Ratfolk? Sign me up.Strap in, space cadets—we're about to hyperjump into a galaxy where healing is done with stickers, rats are adorable, and gravity is optional. Past episodes of the RPGBOT.Podcast are now available on YouTube! Revisit our greatest hits, deepest takes, and most unhinged tangents with your eyeballs and your earholes. Just search for "RPGBOT.Podcast" on YouTube or follow the links from RPGBOT.net to join the chaos chronologically. Episode Summary: In this cosmic critique, the RPGBOT crew beams aboard the Starfinder 2e Player Core, phasers set to "analysis." Between Randall's family hijinks and As...
2025-08-111h 08
RPGBOT.PodcastQUESTS FROM THE INFINITE STAIRCASE - The RPGBOT.ReviewOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we review the surreal and mysterious world of Quests from the Infinite Staircase. This anthology takes classic D&D adventures and gives them a cosmic upgrade for fifth edition gameplay. Join us as we explore the infinite possibilities behind each door and discover the magic and wonder that awaits. So grab your Player's Handbook, Monster Manual, and Dungeon Master's Guide, and let's embark on a journey like no other. Are you ready for adventure? Let's begin! Materials Referenced in this Episode Quests from the Infinite Staircase (affiliate link) Wikipedia...
2024-07-291h 25RPGBOT.PodcastQUESTS FROM THE INFINITE STAIRCASE - The RPGBOT.ReviewOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we review the surreal and mysterious world of Quests from the Infinite Staircase. This anthology takes classic D&D adventures and gives them a cosmic upgrade for fifth edition gameplay. Join us as we explore the infinite possibilities behind each door and discover the magic and wonder that awaits. So grab your Player's Handbook, Monster Manual, and Dungeon Master's Guide, and let's embark on a journey like no other. Are you ready for adventure? Let's begin! Materials Referenced in this Episode Quests from the Infinite Staircase (affiliate link) Wikipedia...
2024-07-291h 25
RPGBOT.PodcastTHE RPGBOT.PLAY POSTMORTEM Part 1 (ACHTUNG! Spoilers!) - Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon QueenIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we do a postmortem from our recent play of Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen. From the streets of Kalaman to the ruins of Vogler, our characters face challenges and make tough decisions in the Dragonlance Shadow of the Dragon Queen campaign. SUMMARY In this first part of The RPGBOT.Podcast, we talk about the Dragonlance Shadow of the Dragon Queen campaign. We Share our characters in the campaign and our experiences playing through the adventure. We touch on topics such as party size, roleplaying, and the inclusion...
2024-06-2457 minRPGBOT.PodcastTHE RPGBOT.PLAY POSTMORTEM Part 1 (ACHTUNG! Spoilers!) - Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon QueenIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we do a postmortem from our recent play of Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen. From the streets of Kalaman to the ruins of Vogler, our characters face challenges and make tough decisions in the Dragonlance Shadow of the Dragon Queen campaign. SUMMARY In this first part of The RPGBOT.Podcast, we talk about the Dragonlance Shadow of the Dragon Queen campaign. We Share our characters in the campaign and our experiences playing through the adventure. We touch on topics such as party size, roleplaying, and the inclusion...
2024-06-2457 min
RPGBOT.PodcastDAGGERHEART Beta 1.2 Playtest: The RPGBOT.ReviewOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we're reviewing Daggerheart Beta Playtest version 1.2, the newest release from Darrington Press, and talking about the challenges and riches it has to offer. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Candela Obscura: Critical Role's Cosmic Horror TTRPG Daggerheart Nexus on Demiplane If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. If you love the show, consider joining us on Patreon, where backers at...
2024-04-151h 16RPGBOT.PodcastDAGGERHEART Beta 1.2 Playtest: The RPGBOT.ReviewOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we're reviewing Daggerheart Beta Playtest version 1.2, the newest release from Darrington Press, and talking about the challenges and riches it has to offer. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Candela Obscura: Critical Role's Cosmic Horror TTRPG Daggerheart Nexus on Demiplane If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. If you love the show, consider joining us on Patreon, where backers at...
2024-04-151h 16
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT 2023 Wrap Up (and 2024 Preview!2023 was a great year for Tabletop RPGs, with the release of many exciting new games and the revival of some classics. 2024 looks to be even better, with the promise of more great RPG content from the top designers in the industry. Here at RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT.Podcast, we want to thank you for a great 2023 and wish them an even better 2024. Together, let's make 2024 one of the best years yet for Tabletop role playing! If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. It's a...
2023-12-2815 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT 2023 Wrap Up (and 2024 Preview!2023 was a great year for Tabletop RPGs, with the release of many exciting new games and the revival of some classics. 2024 looks to be even better, with the promise of more great RPG content from the top designers in the industry. Here at RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT.Podcast, we want to thank you for a great 2023 and wish them an even better 2024. Together, let's make 2024 one of the best years yet for Tabletop role playing! If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. It's a...
2023-12-2815 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Quickstart - Vampire the Masquerade Pt. 4: Questions? Answers...On this episode of the RPGBOT.Quickstart, we conclude our 4-ish part series on how to play Vampire: The Masquerade. We sit down with Ash to answer some lingering questions from Randall and Tyler. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Vampire: The Masquerade Source Materials Vampire Core Rulebook (affiliate link) RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes How to Play Vampire: The...
2023-09-2130 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Quickstart - Vampire the Masquerade Pt. 4: Questions? Answers...On this episode of the RPGBOT.Quickstart, we conclude our 4-ish part series on how to play Vampire: The Masquerade. We sit down with Ash to answer some lingering questions from Randall and Tyler. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Vampire: The Masquerade Source Materials Vampire Core Rulebook (affiliate link) RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes How to Play Vampire: The...
2023-09-2130 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Baldur's Gate III: The ReviewOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we review the recently-released Baldur's Gate 3. We highlight some differences from the TTRPG rules, discuss parts of the game that we do and don't like, and share our general thoughts. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Baldur's Gate 3 (affiliate link) RPGBOT.Podcats Episodes Stranger Things as a Window into Dungeons and...
2023-09-051h 01RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Baldur's Gate III: The ReviewOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we review the recently-released Baldur's Gate 3. We highlight some differences from the TTRPG rules, discuss parts of the game that we do and don't like, and share our general thoughts. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Baldur's Gate 3 (affiliate link) RPGBOT.Podcats Episodes Stranger Things as a Window into Dungeons and...
2023-09-051h 01
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Quickstart - How to Play Vampire the Masquerade - Actual Play Episode 2On this episode of the RPGBOT.Quickstart, we conclude a brief introductory one-shot of Vampire: The Masquerade. Ash acts as Storyteller while Randall and Tyler get into some spooky vampire intrigue, searching for a vampire gone missing amidst local vampire political machinations. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Vampire: The Masquerade Source Materials Vampire Core Rulebook (affiliate link...
2023-09-011h 17RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Quickstart - How to Play Vampire the Masquerade - Actual Play Episode 2On this episode of the RPGBOT.Quickstart, we conclude a brief introductory one-shot of Vampire: The Masquerade. Ash acts as Storyteller while Randall and Tyler get into some spooky vampire intrigue, searching for a vampire gone missing amidst local vampire political machinations. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Vampire: The Masquerade Source Materials Vampire Core Rulebook (affiliate link...
2023-09-011h 17
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Total Party Kill: Putting Fun Back Into Wiping Out the Party in TTRPGsOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss how to handle a Total Party Kill, the last and best party that you'll ever have. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Check out our Best of Season 1 and Best of Season 2 playlists! MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE RPGBOT.Pocast Episodes RPGBOT.Podcast Episode 10 – Horror RPGBOT.Podcast Episode 9 – Death RPGBOT.Podcast S2E10 – Ses...
2023-08-2955 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Total Party Kill: Putting Fun Back Into Wiping Out the Party in TTRPGsOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss how to handle a Total Party Kill, the last and best party that you'll ever have. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Check out our Best of Season 1 and Best of Season 2 playlists! MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE RPGBOT.Pocast Episodes RPGBOT.Podcast Episode 10 – Horror RPGBOT.Podcast Episode 9 – Death RPGBOT.Podcast S2E10 – Ses...
2023-08-2955 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - OneDnD Playtest #6: ClassesOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we continue our discussion of the OneDnD Playtest. We dig into the covered in UA #6 and in the previous documents and discuss what changed, what does and doesn't work, and what gives us feelings. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Check out our Best of Season 1 and Best of Season 2 playlists! MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EP...
2023-08-011h 12RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - OneDnD Playtest #6: ClassesOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we continue our discussion of the OneDnD Playtest. We dig into the covered in UA #6 and in the previous documents and discuss what changed, what does and doesn't work, and what gives us feelings. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Check out our Best of Season 1 and Best of Season 2 playlists! MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EP...
2023-08-011h 12
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.News - DnD Adventure Club w/David LemkeOn this episode of the RPGBOT.News, we talk to David Lemke from DnD Adventure Club. We talk about DnD Adventure Club's adventures written specifically for a young audience, intended to present DnD in a format and with stories that work for kids. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Ezoic (affiliate link) DnD Adventure Club Instagram RPGBOT.Pod...
2023-07-1836 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.News - DnD Adventure Club w/David LemkeOn this episode of the RPGBOT.News, we talk to David Lemke from DnD Adventure Club. We talk about DnD Adventure Club's adventures written specifically for a young audience, intended to present DnD in a format and with stories that work for kids. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Ezoic (affiliate link) DnD Adventure Club Instagram RPGBOT.Pod...
2023-07-1836 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - OneD&D Playtest #6 - Core Rules Updates, Weapons and Items, and SpellcastingOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we catch up on the OneDnD Playtest. In the wake up playtest UA #6, we look at updates to the core rules, races/species, backgrounds, spellcasting, and weapons and catch you up on what has changed throughout the playtest. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Check out our Best of Season 1 and Best of Season 2 playlists! MATE...
2023-07-141h 03RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - OneD&D Playtest #6 - Core Rules Updates, Weapons and Items, and SpellcastingOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we catch up on the OneDnD Playtest. In the wake up playtest UA #6, we look at updates to the core rules, races/species, backgrounds, spellcasting, and weapons and catch you up on what has changed throughout the playtest. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Check out our Best of Season 1 and Best of Season 2 playlists! MATE...
2023-07-141h 03
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Quickstart - HTP PF2e Part IV - Post Oneshot Q and AOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Quickstart, we have a Q&A session following our how-to-play one-shot and discuss any lingering thoughts and questions. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE dScryb – Mobile Alchemy Shop (affiliate link) Pathfinder 2e Source Materials Pathfinder 2e Beginner Box (affiliate link) Pathfinder 2e Core Rulebook (affiliate link) Archives of Nethys Content from RP...
2023-07-1132 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Quickstart - HTP PF2e Part IV - Post Oneshot Q and AOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Quickstart, we have a Q&A session following our how-to-play one-shot and discuss any lingering thoughts and questions. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE dScryb – Mobile Alchemy Shop (affiliate link) Pathfinder 2e Source Materials Pathfinder 2e Beginner Box (affiliate link) Pathfinder 2e Core Rulebook (affiliate link) Archives of Nethys Content from RP...
2023-07-1132 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Quickstart - How to Play PF2e Part 3 - Oneshot Example PlayOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Quickstart, Randall runs a short one-shot game of Pathfinder 2e for Ash and Tyler to show how the game works in practice. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Heroforge (affiliate link) Pathfinder 2e Source Materials Pathfinder 2e Beginner Box (affiliate link) Pathfinder 2e Core Rulebook (affiliate link) Content from RPGBOT.Net Pathfi...
2023-07-0757 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Quickstart - How to Play PF2e Part 3 - Oneshot Example PlayOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Quickstart, Randall runs a short one-shot game of Pathfinder 2e for Ash and Tyler to show how the game works in practice. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Heroforge (affiliate link) Pathfinder 2e Source Materials Pathfinder 2e Beginner Box (affiliate link) Pathfinder 2e Core Rulebook (affiliate link) Content from RPGBOT.Net Pathfi...
2023-07-0757 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Shinkicking - Managing Difficulty and Tone in Combat RPOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discusss managing difficulty and tone in combat. How do set and maintain the tone of our game in combat? How do we provide an appropriate challenge while avoiding the worst parts of TTRPG combat (the shinkicking)? We talk both planning and execution. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Check out our Best of Season 1 and Best o...
2023-06-231h 10RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Shinkicking - Managing Difficulty and Tone in Combat RPOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discusss managing difficulty and tone in combat. How do set and maintain the tone of our game in combat? How do we provide an appropriate challenge while avoiding the worst parts of TTRPG combat (the shinkicking)? We talk both planning and execution. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Check out our Best of Season 1 and Best o...
2023-06-231h 10
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Light and Darkness - Darkvision is Weird - Normal Vision is WorseOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss at light, darkness, and darkvision in DnD and Pathfinder. We examine and explain the mechanics, look at rules which most players don't know exist, and answer long-debated questions about weird situations with magical darkness. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Check out our Best of Season 1 and Best of Season 2 playlists! MATERIALS REFEREN...
2023-06-161h 11RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Light and Darkness - Darkvision is Weird - Normal Vision is WorseOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss at light, darkness, and darkvision in DnD and Pathfinder. We examine and explain the mechanics, look at rules which most players don't know exist, and answer long-debated questions about weird situations with magical darkness. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Check out our Best of Season 1 and Best of Season 2 playlists! MATERIALS REFEREN...
2023-06-161h 11
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.News - 10 Years of RPGBOT.netOn this episode of the RPGBOT.News, we celebrate RPGBOT's 10-year anniversary and look back upon RPGBOT's real-world history, which until now has never been documented or examined. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes RPGBOT.Podcast Episode 10 – Horror Keith Baker on Eberron – RPGBOT.Masterclass S3E3 Content from RPGBOT.new DnD 5e – The Hexblade Warlock H...
2023-06-1338 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.News - 10 Years of RPGBOT.netOn this episode of the RPGBOT.News, we celebrate RPGBOT's 10-year anniversary and look back upon RPGBOT's real-world history, which until now has never been documented or examined. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes RPGBOT.Podcast Episode 10 – Horror Keith Baker on Eberron – RPGBOT.Masterclass S3E3 Content from RPGBOT.new DnD 5e – The Hexblade Warlock H...
2023-06-1338 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Religion: Deities, Demigods, and Randall's Delusions of GrandeurOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss Religion in TTRPGs. We look at how religion and deities are defined in various games and settings, and how you can use them as an important piece of worldbuilding. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Check out our Best of Season 1 and Best of Season 2 playlists! MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE...
2023-06-091h 01RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Religion: Deities, Demigods, and Randall's Delusions of GrandeurOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss Religion in TTRPGs. We look at how religion and deities are defined in various games and settings, and how you can use them as an important piece of worldbuilding. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Check out our Best of Season 1 and Best of Season 2 playlists! MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE...
2023-06-091h 01
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Fire: Light, Smoke, Damage and then it Starts to get CrazyOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss the mechanics of fire in TTRPGs. We look at how fire works and spreads, how various games handle being on fire, and how you can use fire in combat without resorting to spellcasting. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Check out our Best of Season 1 and Best of Season 2 playlists! MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS...
2023-06-021h 10RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Fire: Light, Smoke, Damage and then it Starts to get CrazyOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss the mechanics of fire in TTRPGs. We look at how fire works and spreads, how various games handle being on fire, and how you can use fire in combat without resorting to spellcasting. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Check out our Best of Season 1 and Best of Season 2 playlists! MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS...
2023-06-021h 10
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Quickstart - HTP III - Call of Cthulu Actual PlayOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Quickstart, we play a brief introductory one-shot of Call of Cthulhu. Ash acts as Keeper while Randall and Tyler investigate a spooky horror mystery and get their first taste of Call of Cthulhu in action. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Call of Cthulhu Source Materials Call of Cthulhu Starter Set (affi...
2023-05-191h 18RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Quickstart - HTP III - Call of Cthulu Actual PlayOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Quickstart, we play a brief introductory one-shot of Call of Cthulhu. Ash acts as Keeper while Randall and Tyler investigate a spooky horror mystery and get their first taste of Call of Cthulhu in action. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Call of Cthulhu Source Materials Call of Cthulhu Starter Set (affi...
2023-05-191h 18
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Aberrations: Discombobulate and Discomfort the Game Table (in a Good Way!)On this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss aberrations. We look at all the weirdness from both a player's and a DM's perspective, and look at ways to make aberrations interesting and engaging in your game. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Check out our Best of Season 1 and Best of Season 2 playlists! MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Meeting...
2023-05-051h 04RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Aberrations: Discombobulate and Discomfort the Game Table (in a Good Way!)On this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss aberrations. We look at all the weirdness from both a player's and a DM's perspective, and look at ways to make aberrations interesting and engaging in your game. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Check out our Best of Season 1 and Best of Season 2 playlists! MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Meeting...
2023-05-051h 04
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.News - Tales of the Valiant (with Teasers!) w/ Wolfgang Bauer and Celeste ConowitchOn this episode of the RPGBOT.News, we talk to Celeste Conowitch and Wolfgang Baur of Kobold Press about the upcoming Kickstarter for Tales of the Valiant. We discuss Celeste and Wolfgang's ongoing work on Tales of the Valiant (formerly "Black Flag"), the joys and challenges of a public playtests, and all the exciting things we can expect from the Kickstarter coming later in May. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and...
2023-05-0240 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.News - Tales of the Valiant (with Teasers!) w/ Wolfgang Bauer and Celeste ConowitchOn this episode of the RPGBOT.News, we talk to Celeste Conowitch and Wolfgang Baur of Kobold Press about the upcoming Kickstarter for Tales of the Valiant. We discuss Celeste and Wolfgang's ongoing work on Tales of the Valiant (formerly "Black Flag"), the joys and challenges of a public playtests, and all the exciting things we can expect from the Kickstarter coming later in May. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and...
2023-05-0240 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Evil Characters: Asher's Guide to Safe Sociopathic GameplayOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss playing evil characters in TTRPGs. We discuss important guidelines for safely playing an evil character in, ideas for playing an evil character successfully, and how you can run a game for an evil party. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Check out our Best of Season 1 and Best of Season 2 playlists! MATERIALS...
2023-04-281h 03RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Evil Characters: Asher's Guide to Safe Sociopathic GameplayOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss playing evil characters in TTRPGs. We discuss important guidelines for safely playing an evil character in, ideas for playing an evil character successfully, and how you can run a game for an evil party. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Check out our Best of Season 1 and Best of Season 2 playlists! MATERIALS...
2023-04-281h 03
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Part II Tomb of Horrors as a Window into DnD HistoryOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we continue our discussion of the Tomb of Horrors. We dig into the adaptations of Tomb of Horrors in 4e, D&D Next (yes, that exists), and 5e, then we take a look at how the game has evolved since its earliest days, and where the Tomb of Horrors stands in today's world. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support...
2023-03-311h 02RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Part II Tomb of Horrors as a Window into DnD HistoryOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we continue our discussion of the Tomb of Horrors. We dig into the adaptations of Tomb of Horrors in 4e, D&D Next (yes, that exists), and 5e, then we take a look at how the game has evolved since its earliest days, and where the Tomb of Horrors stands in today's world. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support...
2023-03-311h 02
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.News - Conventions 2023On this episode of the RPGBOT.News, we discuss our plans for conventions for 2023. We talk past conventions and look at what cons we're trying to visit this year and what we're excited about. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE HeroForge.com (affiliate link) This Year's Cons Gary Con Gen...
2023-03-2820 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.News - Conventions 2023On this episode of the RPGBOT.News, we discuss our plans for conventions for 2023. We talk past conventions and look at what cons we're trying to visit this year and what we're excited about. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE HeroForge.com (affiliate link) This Year's Cons Gary Con Gen...
2023-03-2820 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Magical MishapsOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss magical mishaps. We look at wild magic, spell failure effects, scroll mishaps, and all manner of ways that magic can go unexpectedly wrong. Equal parts punishment and flavor, we discuss how you can use magical mishaps in you game to make magic feel risky, mysterious, and magical. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us...
2023-03-031h 02RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Magical MishapsOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss magical mishaps. We look at wild magic, spell failure effects, scroll mishaps, and all manner of ways that magic can go unexpectedly wrong. Equal parts punishment and flavor, we discuss how you can use magical mishaps in you game to make magic feel risky, mysterious, and magical. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us...
2023-03-031h 02
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.News - Kobold Press' Chelsea Steverson on the Black Flag PlaytestOn this episode of the RPGBOT.News, we welcome Chelsea "Dot" Steverson, Marketing Director for Kobold Press, to discuss the Black Flag playtest. We discuss Kobold Press's playtest for their new RPG, codenamed "Project Black Flag", including the playtest process, the changes which Black Flag is making to 5e, and some exclusive details about the future of Black Flag that you'll hear from us before anyone else! Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app...
2023-02-2155 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.News - Kobold Press' Chelsea Steverson on the Black Flag PlaytestOn this episode of the RPGBOT.News, we welcome Chelsea "Dot" Steverson, Marketing Director for Kobold Press, to discuss the Black Flag playtest. We discuss Kobold Press's playtest for their new RPG, codenamed "Project Black Flag", including the playtest process, the changes which Black Flag is making to 5e, and some exclusive details about the future of Black Flag that you'll hear from us before anyone else! Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app...
2023-02-2155 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Consumable ItemsOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss consumable items in TTRPGs. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes Treasure Vault for PF2 – RPGBOT.News S3E11 Gold – RPGBOT.Podcast S2E70 RPGBOT.Podcast Episode 11 – The Spooktober Halloween Spectacular Content from RPGBOT.net DnD 5e — Practical Guide to Poisoner...
2023-02-171h 08RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Consumable ItemsOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss consumable items in TTRPGs. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes Treasure Vault for PF2 – RPGBOT.News S3E11 Gold – RPGBOT.Podcast S2E70 RPGBOT.Podcast Episode 11 – The Spooktober Halloween Spectacular Content from RPGBOT.net DnD 5e — Practical Guide to Poisoner...
2023-02-171h 08
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.MasterClass - Copy Left Part IV: OGL 1.2On this RPGBOT.Masterclass, we continue our discussion the Open Gaming License in part 4. We discuss the developments in OGL dicsussion since our previous episode, then dig into the first draft of OGL 1.2 and its various excentricities. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Alex Kammer Mark Greenberg OGL 1.2 RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes Copy Left III – OGL 2.0 and the ORC w...
2023-01-241h 33RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.MasterClass - Copy Left Part IV: OGL 1.2On this RPGBOT.Masterclass, we continue our discussion the Open Gaming License in part 4. We discuss the developments in OGL dicsussion since our previous episode, then dig into the first draft of OGL 1.2 and its various excentricities. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE Alex Kammer Mark Greenberg OGL 1.2 RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes Copy Left III – OGL 2.0 and the ORC w...
2023-01-241h 33
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - War! Part IIOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we continue our discussion on war in dungeon fantasy TTRPGs. In part 2, we discuss writing and running adventures and campaigns with mass war as a meaningful focus in the game. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes Descriptions Masterclass Part I wit...
2023-01-061h 07RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - War! Part IIOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we continue our discussion on war in dungeon fantasy TTRPGs. In part 2, we discuss writing and running adventures and campaigns with mass war as a meaningful focus in the game. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes Descriptions Masterclass Part I wit...
2023-01-061h 07
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Combat! Roleplaying in CombatOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss roleplaying in combat. Play acting and character development frequently halt when initiative is rolled, which means losing a huge opportunity to roleplay. We discuss ways to make characters and creatures feel alive and interesting while you're rolling dice and tossing fireballs. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MAT...
2022-12-231h 06RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Combat! Roleplaying in CombatOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss roleplaying in combat. Play acting and character development frequently halt when initiative is rolled, which means losing a huge opportunity to roleplay. We discuss ways to make characters and creatures feel alive and interesting while you're rolling dice and tossing fireballs. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MAT...
2022-12-231h 06
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.MasterClass - Part II: Implications - WoTC's Open Gaming License with Alex Kammer and Mark GreenbergOn this RPGBOT.Masterclass, we continue our discussion the Open Gaming License. We look at the possible future of the OGL and what that could mean for 3rd-party DnD creators and for the industry as a whole, and we explore some possible outcomes if WotC decides to diverge from the OGL as it's currently used for DnD 5e. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. ...
2022-12-1651 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.MasterClass - Part II: Implications - WoTC's Open Gaming License with Alex Kammer and Mark GreenbergOn this RPGBOT.Masterclass, we continue our discussion the Open Gaming License. We look at the possible future of the OGL and what that could mean for 3rd-party DnD creators and for the industry as a whole, and we explore some possible outcomes if WotC decides to diverge from the OGL as it's currently used for DnD 5e. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. ...
2022-12-1651 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Part II Martial Classes - GM'ing Martial CharactersOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss DMing/GMing for martial characters. We look at what game masters can do to keep martial players engaged and happy and how we can address limitations inherent to those martial characters in a game which disproportionately favor spellcasters. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THI...
2022-12-091h 00RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Part II Martial Classes - GM'ing Martial CharactersOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss DMing/GMing for martial characters. We look at what game masters can do to keep martial players engaged and happy and how we can address limitations inherent to those martial characters in a game which disproportionately favor spellcasters. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THI...
2022-12-091h 00
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Animal HandlingOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss handling animals. We look at skills and mechanics for handling animals in various TTRPGs. We talk about what we want to do with animals in a game, how we can do those things, and what our favorite games actually support. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REF...
2022-11-1154 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Animal HandlingOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss handling animals. We look at skills and mechanics for handling animals in various TTRPGs. We talk about what we want to do with animals in a game, how we can do those things, and what our favorite games actually support. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REF...
2022-11-1154 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Spooktober 2022 - Cosmic HorrorOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss cosmic horror. Famous for spooky tentacles and grotesque monsters, cosmic horror as a specific subgenre of horror has a lot to offer. We discuss what defines the genre and how you can execute a successful cosmic horror game. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THI...
2022-10-2855 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Spooktober 2022 - Cosmic HorrorOn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss cosmic horror. Famous for spooky tentacles and grotesque monsters, cosmic horror as a specific subgenre of horror has a lot to offer. We discuss what defines the genre and how you can execute a successful cosmic horror game. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THI...
2022-10-2855 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Spooktober 2022 - HauntsIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss haunt, haunting, and haunted things. We talk how to make haunts interesting both as a story device and as a mechanic in any RPG in order to add some self-contained horror to your game. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE RPGBOT.Pod...
2022-10-1458 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Spooktober 2022 - HauntsIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss haunt, haunting, and haunted things. We talk how to make haunts interesting both as a story device and as a mechanic in any RPG in order to add some self-contained horror to your game. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE RPGBOT.Pod...
2022-10-1458 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Gold!In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss gold and wealth in TTRPGs. We look at the long-standing problem of making gold important in DnD 5e and how we can borrow ideas from other RPGs in order to make gold and wealth both meaningful and interesting in DnD. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REF...
2022-09-021h 04RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Gold!In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss gold and wealth in TTRPGs. We look at the long-standing problem of making gold important in DnD 5e and how we can borrow ideas from other RPGs in order to make gold and wealth both meaningful and interesting in DnD. Find Ash on StartPlaying.Games. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REF...
2022-09-021h 04
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - CraftingIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss crafting mechanics in TTRPGs. We look at crafting in DnD, Pathfinder, and some of our other favorite RPGs. We look at what works, what doesn't, why, and what tools are available to make crafting more interesting and worthwhile. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes Survival – RP...
2022-08-1958 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - CraftingIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss crafting mechanics in TTRPGs. We look at crafting in DnD, Pathfinder, and some of our other favorite RPGs. We look at what works, what doesn't, why, and what tools are available to make crafting more interesting and worthwhile. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes Survival – RP...
2022-08-1958 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - SurvivalIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss TTRPG survival mechanics. We discuss what we want from a survival game, what is currently available in games like DnD and Pathfinder, and what we can steal from other games to make survival work in our favorite TTRPGs. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes RPGBOT.Pod...
2022-08-121h 04RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - SurvivalIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss TTRPG survival mechanics. We discuss what we want from a survival game, what is currently available in games like DnD and Pathfinder, and what we can steal from other games to make survival work in our favorite TTRPGs. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes RPGBOT.Pod...
2022-08-121h 04
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - VilliansVOTE FOR RPGBOT IN THE ENNIES Voting for the Ennies is now open. You'll find us under Best Online Content. We need your help to take home an award, so if you can spare a few minutes to support us we would really appreciate it. SHOW NOTES In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss villains and antagonists in TTRPGs. We talk about what makes antagonists interesting and effective in your games, and how you can create interesting antagonists. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on...
2022-07-221h 27RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - VilliansVOTE FOR RPGBOT IN THE ENNIES Voting for the Ennies is now open. You'll find us under Best Online Content. We need your help to take home an award, so if you can spare a few minutes to support us we would really appreciate it. SHOW NOTES In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss villains and antagonists in TTRPGs. We talk about what makes antagonists interesting and effective in your games, and how you can create interesting antagonists. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on...
2022-07-221h 27
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Status Conditions Part I: How to Restrain Your DragonIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss status conditions in DnD and Pathfinder. We examine the evolution of status conditions since DnD 3.0, what status conditions tell us about the games, and how those status conditions can inform your tactics both as a player and as a DM. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Image by -MayaQ- from Pixabay. MATERIALS REFER...
2022-07-011h 04RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Status Conditions Part I: How to Restrain Your DragonIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss status conditions in DnD and Pathfinder. We examine the evolution of status conditions since DnD 3.0, what status conditions tell us about the games, and how those status conditions can inform your tactics both as a player and as a DM. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Image by -MayaQ- from Pixabay. MATERIALS REFER...
2022-07-011h 04
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Success!In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss dice mechanics and representations of success across RPGs. We look at simple systems like DnD's d20 system, dice pool systems, and more elaborate systems like Fantasy Flight's Star Wars RPG. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Materials Referenced in this Episode RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes RPGBOT.Podcast Episode 10 – Horror RPGBOT.Podcast Episode 4 – Failure, with spec...
2022-06-1655 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Success!In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss dice mechanics and representations of success across RPGs. We look at simple systems like DnD's d20 system, dice pool systems, and more elaborate systems like Fantasy Flight's Star Wars RPG. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Materials Referenced in this Episode RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes RPGBOT.Podcast Episode 10 – Horror RPGBOT.Podcast Episode 4 – Failure, with spec...
2022-06-1655 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.News - Unearthed Arcana Giant OptionsIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss the new Unearthed Arcana: Giant Options playtest material. We examine the new subclass and feat options with a critical eye, and offer opinions on what we like, what we don't, what we hope will be changed, and what we might to see in future products. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN...
2022-06-0334 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.News - Unearthed Arcana Giant OptionsIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss the new Unearthed Arcana: Giant Options playtest material. We examine the new subclass and feat options with a critical eye, and offer opinions on what we like, what we don't, what we hope will be changed, and what we might to see in future products. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. MATERIALS REFERENCED IN...
2022-06-0334 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - MovementIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discussing movement mechanics in TTRPGs. We discuss the differences in how different games handle movement, how movement fits into the action economy, and complex tactical things like opportunity attacks and how they fit into the design of games. We also offer a simple, usable solution for tactical movement in theater of the mind. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new...
2022-05-261h 06RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - MovementIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discussing movement mechanics in TTRPGs. We discuss the differences in how different games handle movement, how movement fits into the action economy, and complex tactical things like opportunity attacks and how they fit into the design of games. We also offer a simple, usable solution for tactical movement in theater of the mind. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new...
2022-05-261h 06
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Characters and Character VoicesIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss voicing characters. We discuss the do's and don't's of using real-world accents, and we propose other options which are often easier than mimicking real accents so even the most amateur voice actor (like Tyler) can give their character a distinct voice. Special thanks to @CyberCollosus for this week's question of the week. Please remember to support our show sponsors! Materials Referenced in this Episode RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes Mörk Borg Cult: Heretic – RPGBOT.News S2E32 Dames and Dragons' Hannah Culbert – RPGBO...
2022-05-0553 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Characters and Character VoicesIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss voicing characters. We discuss the do's and don't's of using real-world accents, and we propose other options which are often easier than mimicking real accents so even the most amateur voice actor (like Tyler) can give their character a distinct voice. Special thanks to @CyberCollosus for this week's question of the week. Please remember to support our show sponsors! Materials Referenced in this Episode RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes Mörk Borg Cult: Heretic – RPGBOT.News S2E32 Dames and Dragons' Hannah Culbert – RPGBO...
2022-05-0553 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.News - Alien The Role Playing Game: The ReviewIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss the award-winning ALIEN RPG from Free League Publishing. We examine the setting and the mechanics of the game, and discuss Random's recent playtest of the Chariot of the Gods cinematic scenario. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Materials Referenced in this Episode RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes Initiative and Surprise – RPGBOT.Podcast S2E2...
2022-04-2935 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.News - Alien The Role Playing Game: The ReviewIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss the award-winning ALIEN RPG from Free League Publishing. We examine the setting and the mechanics of the game, and discuss Random's recent playtest of the Chariot of the Gods cinematic scenario. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. Materials Referenced in this Episode RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes Initiative and Surprise – RPGBOT.Podcast S2E2...
2022-04-2935 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Experience Points and ProgressionIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, discuss experience and advancement systems in tabletop RPGs. We discuss classic experience point, milestone leveling, and other ways of tracking experience. We also look at RPGs that use that experience differently from DnD/Pathfinder, such as by using it to purchase specific improvements. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. You can find links in the show notes. M...
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RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.News - Mörk Borg Cult: Heretic, Oh Yeah!In this episode of the RPGBOT.News, we discuss Mörk Borg and the recent supplement Mörk Borg Cult: Hertic, both from Free League Publishing and Stockholm Kartell. We explore the setting, themes, and mechanics of the award-winning Mörk Borg RPG, and then dig into the new Mörk Borg Cult: Heretic supplement. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. You can find links in the...
2022-04-2235 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Part II First Time DMIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we talk about your first time DMing. We talk rulebooks, dice, what you need to know, what you don't, and how to successfully run your first game session. We also suggest helpful tools that will help you succeed like easy (and often free) pre-written adventures. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. You can find links in the show notes.
2022-04-2153 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Part II First Time DMIn this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we talk about your first time DMing. We talk rulebooks, dice, what you need to know, what you don't, and how to successfully run your first game session. We also suggest helpful tools that will help you succeed like easy (and often free) pre-written adventures. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. You can find links in the show notes.
2022-04-2153 min
RPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Session 0In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss Session 0. We discuss pitching game ideas, establishing expectations, TTRPG safety tools, and collaborative character creation. We recommend and discuss some helpful tools like pre-game surveys, the "X Card", improv games, and tools like Decuma and Curse of Strahd's Tarroka deck. Special thanks to @Winglady14 on Twitter and on the RPGBOT.Discord for the question of the week. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to...
2022-03-1055 minRPGBOT.PodcastRPGBOT.Podcast - Session 0In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss Session 0. We discuss pitching game ideas, establishing expectations, TTRPG safety tools, and collaborative character creation. We recommend and discuss some helpful tools like pre-game surveys, the "X Card", improv games, and tools like Decuma and Curse of Strahd's Tarroka deck. Special thanks to @Winglady14 on Twitter and on the RPGBOT.Discord for the question of the week. If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to...
2022-03-1055 min