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Mythras Matters1.72 - Dealing with the forces of NatureIn this episode, I will explore how Mother Nature can contribute to any campaign, from creating characters and NPCs to travelling in the extremes of the weather. Welcome to Mythras Matters Podcast Season 1 episode 26 - Dealing with the forces of NatureNew M-Space Campaign: https://www.worldanvil.com/w/voltaris-4207-inwilsBehind the Scenes: https://youtu.be/X39jz8crfeISHOW Links:Podcast on YouTubeRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop☕ Become a RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils2025-08-0121 min
Action Points! - Mythras Matters Actual Play PodcastS1E18 - Temple of Death - Part 6Welcome to the Action Points, a Mythras Matters actual play podcast.In this episode, Temple of Death Part 6, using the Classic fantasy rules, the party head out to seek the support of a local herbalist and heads out into the forest to gather herbs for the cure that is killing Snow Deep.My name is inwils, and I will be the GM for the game. I'll let the players introduce who they are and who they will be playing.SHOW Links:☕ Become an RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils🎲 RPG Cont...2025-07-272h 42Action Points! - Mythras Matters Actual Play PodcastS1E17 - Temple of Death - Part 5Welcome to the Action Points, a Mythras Matters actual play podcast.In this episode, Temple of Death Part 5, using the Classic fantasy rules, Karamor the mage puts on his magic show and the party discovers that there is a disease spreading through Snow Deep.My name is inwils, and I will be the GM for the game. I'll let the players introduce who they are and who they will be playing.SHOW Links:☕ Become an RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils🎲 RPG Content: https://mtr.bio/inwilscoukRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop...2025-07-132h 44Mythras Matters1.71 - Creating a Sci-Fi campaign in easy steps!In this episode, I needed some help with my sci-fi campaign, so I asked Mike to guide me through creating a space-age campaign in easy steps. Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1 episode 71 - Creating a Sci-Fi campaign - starting with strong foundationsSHOW Links:Podcast on YouTubeRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop☕ Become a RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils☕ Become a RPG supporter (Patreon) ➡➡ https://www.patreon.com/c/inwilsSupporter of Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com...2025-07-0158 minAction Points! - Mythras Matters Actual Play PodcastS1E16 - Temple of Death - Part 4Welcome to Action Points, a Mythras Matters actual-play podcast.In this episode, Temple of Death Part 4, using the Classic fantasy rules, we welcome two new players to the campaign and they get their first taste of combat as the bandits arrive to have their revenge on the party. My name is inwils, and I will be the GM for the game. I'll let the players introduce who they are and who they will be playing.SHOW Links:☕ Become an RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils🎲 RPG Content: https://mtr.bio/inwilscoukRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop...2025-06-292h 50Action Points! - Mythras Matters Actual Play PodcastS1E15 - Temple of Death - Part 3Welcome to Action Points, a Mythras Matters actual-play podcast.In this episode, Temple of Death Part 3, using the Classic fantasy rules, the rogue engages in combat, there is an interrogation, and the mage tracks the remaining bandits.My name is inwils, and I will be the GM for the game. I'll let the players introduce themselves and who they will be playing.SHOW Links:☕ Become an RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils🎲 RPG Content: https://mtr.bio/inwilscoukRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shopTDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/83c3eb6dab02/the-design-mechanism-news2025-06-152h 32Action Points! - Mythras Matters Actual Play PodcastS1E14 - Temple of Death - Part 2Welcome to Action Points, a Mythras Matters actual-play podcast. In this episode, Temple of Death Part 2, using the Classic fantasy rules, the party continues to be suspicious of the bard at the tavern as a wagon carrying an injured woman rolls into town. Oh, and Belle gets a nasty hit on the head!My name is inwils, and I will be the GM for the game. I'll let the players introduce who they are and who they will be playing.SHOW Links:☕ Become an RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils🎲 RPG Content: https://mtr.bio/inwilscouk...2025-06-012h 33Mythras Matters1.70 - Epic Classic Fantasy NewsIn this episode, I have some super exciting news for all you Classic Fantasy fans. And believe me, it is very exciting - so exciting that I ran out of synonyms for fantastic to use when I heard about it. Welcome to Mythras Matters Podcast Season 1 episode 70 - Epic Classic Fantasy News!SHOW Links:Podcast on YouTubeRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop☕ Become a RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils☕ Become a RPG supporter (Patreon) ...2025-06-0130 minAction Points! - Mythras Matters Actual Play PodcastS1E13 - Temple of Death - Part 1Welcome to the Action Points, a Mythras Matters actual play podcast. In this episode, Temple of Death Part 1, using the Classic fantasy rules, the party spend their experience rolls and then returns to their mansion to find a nice surprise waiting for them! My name is inwils, and I will be the GM for the game. I'll let the players introduce themselves and who they will be playing.SHOW Links:☕ Become an RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils🎲 RPG Content: https://mtr.bio/inwilscoukRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shopTDM Newsletter link: https...2025-05-262h 51Action Points! - Mythras Matters Actual Play PodcastS1E12 - Land of the Frog Part 6Welcome to the Action Points, a Mythras Matters actual play podcast. In this episode, Land of the Frog Part 6, using the Classic fantasy rules, the party fights against the giant frog before a charging bear rushes in to reclaim her man!SHOW Links:☕ Become an RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils🎲 RPG Content: https://mtr.bio/inwilscoukRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shopTDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/83c3eb6dab02/the-design-mechanism-newsTDM Blog: https://thedesignmechanism.com/blog/Tapatalk Forums: https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/designmechanism/Link to the Mythras Discord: https://discord.gg/mythras-4693419448881643522025-05-182h 46
Action Points! - Mythras Matters Actual Play PodcastS1E11 - Land of the Frog Part 5Welcome to the Action Points, a Mythras Matters actual play podcast. In this episode, Land of the Frog Part 5, using the Classic fantasy rules, the party arrive at the hot springs and make their attack on the giant frog and the froglodytes. Be prepared for some mighty swings and intense rule discussions!SHOW Links:☕ Become an RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils🎲 RPG Content: https://mtr.bio/inwilscoukRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shopTDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/83c3eb6dab02/the-design-mechanism-newsTDM Blog: https://thedesignmechanism.com/blog/Tapatalk Forums: 2025-05-112h 37Mythras Matters1.69 - After the Vampire Wars and Worlds UnitedIn this episode, I am joined by John Snead, the creator of After the Vampire Wars and World United, as we discuss his inspiration for both campaign settings. Welcome to Mythras Matters ~Podcast Season 1 episode 69- after the vampire wars and Worlds UnitedSHOW Links:Podcast on YouTubeRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop☕ Become a RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils☕ Become a RPG supporter (Patreon) ➡➡ https://www.patreon.com/c/inwilsSupporter of Podcast: https...2025-05-0138 min
Mythras Matters1.68 Be afraid, be very afraid!In this episode, the master of horror, Matt Egar, guides us through creating a horror campaign. Welcome to the Mythras Matters podcast, Season 1, Episode 68 - Be Afraid, Be Very Afraid!SHOW Links:Podcast on YouTubeRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop☕ Become a RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils☕ Become a RPG supporter (Patreon) ➡➡ https://www.patreon.com/c/inwilsSupporter of Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/266482/supportTDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/83c3eb6dab0...2025-04-011h 16Action Points! - Mythras Matters Actual Play PodcastS1E10 - Land of the Frog Part 4Welcome to the Action Points, a Mythras Matters actual play podcast. In this episode, Land of the Frog Part 4, using the Classic fantasy rules, the party manages to take down the bear that is attacking them but also comes across a group of humans who are celebrating a recent stash of treasure.SHOW Links:☕ Become an RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils🎲 RPG Content: https://mtr.bio/inwilscoukRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shopTDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/83c3eb6dab02/the-design-mechanism-newsTDM Blog: https://thedesignmechanism.com/blog/Tapatalk Forums: 2025-03-232h 32Action Points! - Mythras Matters Actual Play PodcastS1E9 - Land of the Frog Part 3Welcome to the Action Points, a Mythras Matters actual play podcast.In this episode, Land of the Frog Part 3, using the Classic fantasy rules, the party find a semi naked body curled on in the swamp and they successfully avoid a surprise attack from some Froglodytes.SHOW Links:☕ Become an RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils🎲 RPG Content: https://mtr.bio/inwilscoukRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shopTDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/83c3eb6dab02/the-design-mechanism-newsTDM Blog: https://thedesignmechanism.com/blog/Tapatalk Forums: https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/designmechanism/Link to the Mythras Disco2025-03-162h 41Action Points! - Mythras Matters Actual Play PodcastS1E8 - Land of the Frog Part 2Welcome to the Action Points, a Mythras Matters actual play podcast.In this episode, Land of the Frog Part 2, using the Classic fantasy rules, the party decides that the vampire birds must be eliminated before meeting a lone gatherer and finding that they are not alone during the night. My name is inwils, and I will be the GM for the game.SHOW Links:☕ Become an RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils🎲 RPG Content: https://mtr.bio/inwilscoukRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shopTDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/83c3eb6dab02/the-design-mechanism-news2025-03-092h 40
Action Points! - Mythras Matters Actual Play PodcastS1E7 - Land of the Frog Part 1Welcome to the Action Points, a Mythras Matters actual play podcast.In this episode, Land of the Frog Part 1, using the Classic fantasy rules, the party enjoys their new house before the local villagers arrive bearing gifts! But it would appear that although the party features in the village's new future, there are some 'things' that they need to deal with first.SHOW Links:☕ Become an RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils🎲 RPG Content: https://mtr.bio/inwilscoukRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shopTDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/83c3eb6dab02/the-design-mechanism-new...2025-03-022h 32Mythras Matters1.67 Activities for new players and using those luck pointsIn this episode, I provide activities for all new players and I ask for your opinions about using luck in combat. Welcome to Mythras Matters podcast Season 1, episode 67 - Activities for new players and using those luck pointsSHOW Links:Podcast on YouTubeRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shopSupporter of Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/266482/supportTDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/83c3eb6dab02/the-design-mechanism-newsTDM Blog: https://thedesignmechanism.com/blog/2025-03-0125 minAction Points! - Mythras Matters Actual Play PodcastS1E6 - Company Business Part 7Welcome to Action Points, a Mythras Matters actual play podcast.In this episode, Company Business part 7, using the Destined rules, the team continues in the final showdown with the opposing hero team arriving and doing everything from entrapping to deafening the heroes!SHOW Links:☕ Become an RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils🎲 RPG Content: https://mtr.bio/inwilscoukRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shopTDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/83c3eb6dab02/the-design-mechanism-newsTDM Blog: https://thedesignmechanism.com/blog/Tapatalk Forums: https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/designmechanism/2025-02-232h 51Action Points! - Mythras Matters Actual Play PodcastS1E5 - Company Business Part 6Welcome to Action Points, a Mythras Matters actual play podcast.In this episode, Company Business part 6, using the Destined rules, the players head to the final showdown with the opposing team at a remote location in the Deadlands. But for some unknown reason, they think the other team will play fair—a big mistake!SHOW Links:☕ Become an RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils🎲 RPG Content: https://mtr.bio/inwilscoukRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shopTDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/83c3eb6dab02/the-design-mechanism-newsTDM Blog: https://thedes...2025-02-162h 56Mythras Matters1.66 Secret Societies and Unforgettable NPCsIn this episode, I conclude my series on orders by sharing some ideas about restrictions. I propose a new rule to help me in a zombie apocalypse, and I share some ways to embed your NPCs into your campaigns. Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1, Episode 66 - Secret Societies and Unforgettable NPCs."Hi, my name is ........ (on Discord etc) My favourite publication is ........ because...... My GM/player tip is..........!SHOW Links:Podcast on YouTubeRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shopS...2025-02-0131 minAction Points! - Mythras Matters Actual Play PodcastS1E4 - Company Business Part 5Welcome to the Action Points, a Mythras Matters actual play podcast.
In this episode, Company Business t the Destined rules, the team takes their approaches to dealing with the advancing SWAT team. They discover who is behind all the reputation attacks on them and are invited to a final showdown.
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In this episode, Company Business t the Destined rules, the team decides to tackle the major companies of Metro City to see which one is trying to ruin their reputation. They get some interesting information about the other hero team and discover that Dr. V is a force to be reckoned with.
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In this episode, Company Business Part 3, using the Destined rules, the team approaches a hacker to see if they can help them dig up some dirt on the new heroes in town. They deal with several of the squatter gang and save a cardigan factory for a sweet old lady!
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In this episode, Company Business part 2 - using the Destined rules, the team follows up on a lead for the mysterious Dr. V, finds themselves in an enclosing situation, and they start to fight back against the bad publicity that is trying to ruin their reputation.
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TDM...2025-01-052h 34Mythras Matters1.65 - Flurries, Protection and Order BenefitsIn this episode, I look back at the content of 2024, ask about your favourite combat specials and explore the possible benefits an order can provide both the players and the GM. Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1 Episode 65 - Flurries, Protection, and Order Benefits.SHOW Links:Podcast on YouTubeRPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shopSupporter of Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/266482/supportTDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/83c3eb6dab02/the-design-mechanism-newsTDM Blog: https://thedesignmechanism.com/b...2025-01-0121 minMythras Matters1.64 - Introducing New Players to MythrasIn this episode, we chat with Marx Pyles about their first encounter with Mythras, discuss strategies to help new players, and celebrate the long-awaited Unearthed Companion. Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1, episode 64 - Introducing New Players to MythrasSHOW Links:Podcast on YouTubeMarx's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@cabbitCrossingMarx's Website: https://marxpyle.comBook Links:Dragons of a Different Tail https://books2read.com/dragonstailTales of Monstrosity https://books2read.com/talesofmonstrosity...2024-12-0148 minMythras Matters1.63 - Seasonal weather and escaping those orders.In this episode, I discuss joining orders and guilds and explore whether your character could be head-hunted. I also seek advice on implementing a calendar and seasons into my campaign and ask a question to all you armour enthusiasts about something that constantly puzzles me about combat. Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1, Episode 63—Seasonal weather and escaping those orders.SHOW Links:Podcast on YouTubeGuarding the Guild Mistress Encounter: https://ko-fi.com/s/cef7c85baaNEW adventures and encounters! - https://ko-fi.co...2024-11-0129 minMythras Matters1.62- Orders, Hidden Stories and Lumbering monstersIn this episode, I want to look at the hidden stories of most campaigns, try to help those large monsters that lack intelligence and start my quest to understand orders. Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1 Episode 62 - Orders, Hidden stories and lumbering monstersSHOW Links:Podcast on YouTubeNEW adventures and encounters! - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shopTDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/83c3eb6dab02/the-design-mechanism-newsTDM Blog: https://thedesignmechanism.com/blog/Tapatalk Forums: h...2024-10-0132 minMythras Matters1.61 - Time to tease you with forthcoming publicationsIn this episode, I am joined by Lawrence Whitaker as he discusses the updates that we can expect in 2024/25. I share your comments from episode 60 and suggest we need a new skill in Mythras. Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1, Episode 61—time to tease you with forthcoming publications!SHOW Links:Podcast on YouTubeNEW adventures and encounters! - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shopTDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/83c3eb6dab02/the-design-mechanism-newsTDM Blog: https://thedesignmechanism.com/blog/2024-09-0139 minMythras Matters1.60 - Why not give magic a chance?In this episode, we are going to talk about the most important aspect of any role-playing game magic! I suggest some important skills your character should always have, and I challenge you with combat traits. Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1, Episode 60 - Why not give magic a chance?SHOW Links:NEW adventures and encounters! - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shopTDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/83c3eb6dab02/the-design-mechanism-news TDM Blog: https://thedesignmechanism.com/blog/Podcast on YouTubeTapatalk Fo...2024-08-0128 min