In today's episode I sit down with Ross from Mythic Mountain RPG a folk RPG gaming club in Kentucky and we chat about what folk gaming is, the OSR in general, and recorded sessions. Show Links Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mythicmountainsrpg Podcast: https://adventuresinthevaletaverncast.podbean.com Reach out to me! Web: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.theredca…

The crew of the Lady of Mercia evades pirates narrowly on their way to transport aid workers to a distant war ravaged world. Kevin McLeod Incompetech https://incompetech.com/ Greg Gibson TMBR Zeal https://timbrzeal.bandcamp.com/ Get Classic Traveller for free! https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/355200/Classic-Traveller-Facsimile-Edition Co…

Today I sit down with Eric from the Merry Mushmen as well as some of it's now expanded family with Liam and Joe as we talk about adventure design a new kickstarter, and so much more. Show Links Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/896102915/an-adventure-double-feature-by-the-merry-mushmen Merry Mushmen: https://www.themerrymushmen.com/…

In today's episode we are going to be chatting with James "Grim Jim" Desborough about creating games, reviewing games, the online TTRPG space, and just discovering a bit more about the man. Show Links Post-Mort: https://post-mort.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/grimasaur Youtube: https://youtube.com/postmortemvideo & https://youtube.com/grimstrea…

This week I interview Mark and Jason Hess from Wood Planet Gaming Lodge, we discuss their experience with the Old School Renaissance and their upcoming White Star RPG setting book "Defenders of Altron". Wood Planet Gaming Lodge: https://wpglodge.com/ https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/22893/Wood-Planet-Gaming-Lodge The Crown Tavern by Ro…

In todays episode we are going to be chatting with Joaquin from RPG.net and RPGMatch.org about how he created the tinder like site for RPG players Show Links Site: https://rpgmatch.org/ Forum: https://www.rpg.net/ Reach out to me! Web: https://www.theredcaps.net⁠⁠⁠ Newsletter / Blog: https://theredcaps.substack.com/ Intro music: Eyes Gone Wrong by …

In todays episode we are going to be chatting with Daniel from the Redwyrm to talk about music, gaming, and his 7yr old DM genius of a son. Show Links Web: https://www.wyrmden.com Twitter: https://x.com/redwyrmofficial Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@redwyrmofficial Reach out to me! Web: https://www.theredcaps.net⁠⁠⁠ Newsletter / Blog: https://th…

Calamity strikes as the crew of the Jolly Badger attempt to infiltrate the Vespoid hive core to obtain the dark blade. Filmstro | Create custom royalty-free music in minutes https://filmstro.com/ Kevin McLeod Incompetech - https://incompetech.com/wordpress/ Tabletop Audio - https://tabletopaudio.com/ . White Star RPG by Gallant Knight Games, https:…

In todays episode we are going to be chatting with Brenden from Hammer City Games to talk about the Canadian gaming scene and his new kickstarter Earth After Death. Show Links Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hammercitygames/earth-ad-post-apocalyptic-survival-roleplaying Web: https://www.hammercitygames.com/ Twitter: https://twitte…

In todays episode we are going to be chatting with Harmony Ginger, a DM who has been experimenting with her game using 1:1 time and Braunstein gaming concepts and chatting about it on Twitter. Show Links Twitter: https://twitter.com/Gingerblast Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@harmony_ginger Reach out to me! Web: https://www.theredcaps.net⁠⁠⁠ Spea…

This week we join the crew of the starship Jolly Badger as they travel to the Osiago system to prevent a weapon of great evil from falling into the hands of the enemy. Filmstro | Create custom royalty-free music in minutes https://filmstro.com/ Kevin McLeod Incompetech - https://incompetech.com/wordpress/ Tabletop Audio - https://tabletopaudio.com/…

This week on the Tabletop RPG Spacecast I answer the question "how do you play D&D in space" and review the Science Fiction RPG "White Star". Filmstro | Create custom royalty-free music in minutes https://filmstro.com/ Kevin McLeod Incompetech - https://incompetech.com/wordpress/ Tabletop Audio - https://tabletopaudio.com/ . White Star RPG by Galla…

In today's episode I sit down with John Johnson from the non-profit group "Lets Quest After School" which helps schools and libraries setup gaming groups for kids and provides them with great resources. Show Links John on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LetsQuest501c3 Find out More: https://www.letsquestafterschool.org TTRPGKids: https://www.ttrpgkids…

This week on the Tabletop RPG Spacecast Jake and I catch up after having been seperated when we fell through that portal. We talk about Sci-fi RPGs and Jake eats some peaches. Filmstro | Create custom royalty-free music in minutes https://filmstro.com/ Kevin McLeod Incompetech - https://incompetech.com/wordpress/ Tabletop Audio - https://tabletopau…

Jake finally convinced me to take out that bounty on the Troll. Filmstro | Create custom royalty-free music in minutes https://filmstro.com/ Kevin McLeod Incompetech - https://incompetech.com/wordpress/ Tabletop Audio - https://tabletopaudio.com/ . Kevin McLeod Incompetech https://incompetech.com/ Greg Gibson TMBR Zeal https://timbrzeal.bandcamp.co…

This week Jake and I chat about RPGs we've played, RPGs we wanna play and it seems there is a shortage at the Adventuring Supply Store. The Crown Tavern by Royaltyfreesounds. "Adventure" by Alexander Nakarada. Come and join our games! https://discord.gg/YZkfWePb Mythic Mountains RPG logo owned by Mythic Mountains RPG.…

An actual play of Castles and Crusades RPG! A group of adventurers must help avenge the scattered remnants of a village where a horrific madness has taken hold. "Castles and Crusades" and "Shadows of a Green Sky" are by Troll Lord Games - https://trolllord.com/ Aufhocker - 𝕬𝖚𝖋𝖍𝖔𝖈𝖐𝖊𝖗 - Heroes Of The Dawn https://aufhocker.bandcamp.com/album/heroes-o…

An actual play of Shadowdark RPG! Criminals on the run in the Evening Lands brave evil ruins for treasure and glory. The Scarlet Minotaur and Shadowdark RPG by The Arcane Library https://www.thearcanelibrary.com/ Aufhocker - 𝕬𝖚𝖋𝖍𝖔𝖈𝖐𝖊𝖗 - Heroes Of The Dawn https://aufhocker.bandcamp.com/album/heroes-of-the-dawn Bridgetown - Fire Ruby Designs https:/…

This week I interview Erik Tenkar and discuss the beginnings of the Old School Renaissance, the blog and vlog scene as well as a quiet genius game that combines original D&D onto one page! Check out Erik's stuff https://www.tenkarstavern.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@TenkarsTavern https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/219477/Swords--Wizardry-…

An actual play of Shadowdark RPG! The Adventurers of Perenval face off against the threat against both Lornedain and the Kingdom of Perenval in a climactic, final battle. Shadowdark RPG by The Arcane Library https://www.thearcanelibrary.com/ City of Brass by Frog God Games https://www.froggodgames.com/products/18135?variant=42700448202921 Miguel Jo…

This week we interview Hankrin Ferinale of "Runehammer." We discuss how being the learner is also being the master, the loss of mystery in monsters, and the escape from our digital hibernation. https://www.runehammer.online/ The Crown Tavern by Royaltyfreesounds. "Adventure" by Alexander Nakarada. Come and join our games! https://discord.gg/YZkfWeP…

An actual play of Shadowdark RPG! The Adventurers of Perenval encounter Filthy Pete, and the truth begins to unravel. Shadowdark RPG by The Arcane Library https://www.thearcanelibrary.com/ City of Brass by Frog God Games https://www.froggodgames.com/products/18135?variant=42700448202921 Miguel Johnson https://www.youtube.com/c/MiguelJohnson Michael…

This week I interview Father Aaron from "The Dungeon Minister." We discuss donning the collar to enter the D&D hobby to help others, gaming with family and the glories of BECMI D&D. The Dungeon Minister https://www.youtube.com/@TheDungeonMinister/ 1983 Starter Set D&D (BECMI) - https://www.nobleknight.com/P/2147840928/Basic-Rules---Player-Manual-12…

An actual play of Shadowdark RPG! This week the heroes do battle with the beasts that attacked the foresters. Shadowdark RPG by The Arcane Library https://www.thearcanelibrary.com/ City of Brass by Frog God Games https://www.froggodgames.com/products/18135?variant=42700448202921 Miguel Johnson https://www.youtube.com/c/MiguelJohnson Michael Gelfhi …

This week I interview Daniel Norton from "Bandit's Keep" who suggests the ideal starting point to learn Dungeons and Dragons remains the Basic Set from 1981! Bandit's Keep https://www.youtube.com/@BanditsKeep The 1981 Basic Set of D&D https://www.nobleknight.com/P/2148063188/Dungeons-and-Dragons---Basic-Set-B-X-Edition-POD The Crown Tavern by Royal…

An actual play of Shadowdark RPG! This week the discover many hidden clues about the Barony of Lornedain, then track the bloodstained trail of woodsmen into a dark forest. Shadowdark RPG by The Arcane Library https://www.thearcanelibrary.com/ City of Brass by Frog God Games https://www.froggodgames.com/products/18135?variant=42700448202921 Miguel J…

This week I interview Travis Miller from the Grumpy Wizard Blog and ask him about the "open system" in classical tabletop roleplaying games. Grumpy Wizard Blog https://grumpywizard.home.blog/ Grumpy Wizard YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@grumpy_wizard_blog The Crown Tavern by Royaltyfreesounds. "Adventure" by Alexander Nakarada. Come and join our …

An actual play of Shadowdark RPG! This week the adventurers continue to explore the underworld beneath Lornedain. Shadowdark RPG by The Arcane Library https://www.thearcanelibrary.com/ City of Brass by Frog God Games https://www.froggodgames.com/products/18135?variant=42700448202921 Miguel Johnson https://www.youtube.com/c/MiguelJohnson Michael Gel…

This week I interview Todd from Hexed Press and ask him to break down precisely what "hexcrawling" is and how to use it in our games. Hexcrawling 101 by Hexed Press https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLziM9Uia5X2loq5OUwbR87m6dz0lBVaWT&si=ehmAMheTMdn7C0Rj Cooke Expert Set B/X D&D - https://www.nobleknight.com/P/280/Expert-Rulebook-1st-3rd-Printings-E…

An actual play of Shadowdark RPG! This week the adventurers explore the underworld beneath Lornedain. Shadowdark RPG by The Arcane Library https://www.thearcanelibrary.com/ City of Brass by Frog God Games https://www.froggodgames.com/products/18135?variant=42700448202921 Miguel Johnson https://www.youtube.com/c/MiguelJohnson Michael Gelfhi https://…

This week Jake and I discuss how to make an RPG character. Are backstories ok? How much? Also, Dwarves! Tips, tricks, guides, advice and ideas. The Crown Tavern by Royaltyfreesounds. "Adventure" by Alexander Nakarada. Come and join our games! https://discord.gg/YZkfWePb Mythic Mountains RPG logo owned by Mythic Mountains RPG.…

An actual play of Shadowdark RPG! This week the adventurers begin their investigation....with a tavern brawl. Shadowdark RPG by The Arcane Library https://www.thearcanelibrary.com/ City of Brass by Frog God Games https://www.froggodgames.com/products/18135?variant=42700448202921 Miguel Johnson https://www.youtube.com/c/MiguelJohnson Michael Gelfhi …

This week Jake and I discuss what a dungeon is and answer the question "What can a dungeon be?" Are they even needed? Tips, tricks, guides, advice and ideas. The Crown Tavern by Royaltyfreesounds. "Adventure" by Alexander Nakarada. Come and join our games! https://discord.gg/YZkfWePb Mythic Mountains RPG logo owned by Mythic Mountains RPG.…

An actual play of Shadowdark RPG! This week the adventurers arrive in the Barony of Lornedain to find that in the spectre of people going missing, much is amiss. Shadowdark RPG by The Arcane Library https://www.thearcanelibrary.com/ City of Brass by Frog God Games https://www.froggodgames.com/products/18135?variant=42700448202921 Miguel Johnson htt…

This week I am joined by someone that many consider the Godfather of the OSR hobby, Matt Finch. We seek to answer the question "How can we help people make the transition from the brand RPG game into the old school hobby?" Check out all of their amazing products at https://www.mythmeregames.com/ . The Crown Tavern by Royaltyfreesounds. "Adventure" …

This week Jake and I discuss what a monster is and answer the question "What is the question a dragon asks?" Tips, tricks, guides, advice and ideas. The Crown Tavern by Royaltyfreesounds. "Adventure" by Alexander Nakarada. Come and join our games! https://discord.gg/YZkfWePb Mythic Mountains RPG logo owned by Mythic Mountains RPG.…

This week Jake and I discuss preparation for Gamemasters. Tips, tricks, guides, advice and ideas. The Crown Tavern by Royaltyfreesounds. "Adventure" by Alexander Nakarada. The free edition of Worlds Without Number: https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/348809/Worlds-Without-Number-Free-Edition Come and join our games! https://discord.gg/YZkfW…

This week I'm joined with game designer, blogger and vanguard of the Free Kriegsspeil Renaissance Jim Parkin. We answer the question, "Is it possible to have a full and satisfying TTRPG campaign consisting of 15 minute car rides with your 8 year old son?" D66 Classless Kobolds https://d66kobolds.blogspot.com/ "Weird North" RPG https://classless-kob…

This week I discuss the misconception about lethality in old school renaissance tabletop RPG games, and how it's actually about allowing the players to make choices. Original blog article here: https://mythicmountainsrpg.substack.com/p/the-myth-of-osr-lethality The Crown Tavern by Royaltyfreesounds. "Adventure" by Alexander Nakarada. Come and join …

I'm joined by Lane Bowen and we discuss Dungeon Crawl Classics and his homebrew setting "Moonthrone" as well as advice for new DCC players. Dungeon Crawl Classics Quick Start Rules Free! https://goodman-games.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/DCC_QSR_Free.pdf The Crown Tavern by Royaltyfreesounds. "Adventure" by Alexander Nakarada. Come and join our g…

Review of "Dungeon Crawl Classics" by Goodman Games and Actual Play of "Sinking the Stercorarius" by 2 Old Guy Games. "Sinking the Stercorarius" https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/318718/Sinking-the-Stercorarius-The-Salty-Funnel-0-Level-Adventure. Dungeon Crawl Classics Quickstart Rules: https://goodman-games.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03…

We talk about our recent and upcoming projects, how Jake got started in tabletop roleplaying. The safety/communication tools "stars and wishes" as well as "the open door." How to leave a TTRPG game and how to get started. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cloudcurio/monstrous-3. The Crown Tavern by Royaltyfreesounds. "Adventure" by Alexander Nak…

Mausritter review and discussion. https://mausritter.com/ , "Adventure" by Alexander Nakarada. "The Crown Tavern" by Royaltyfreesounds. Join us! https://discord.gg/WmUyvM9hQp. Mythic Mountains RPG logo owned by Mythic Mountains RPG. Check out our Actual Plays and other videos: https://www.youtube.com/@mythicmountainsrpg/…

In the Earldom of Ek two brave mice face peril and villainy to aid their neighbors in Stumpsville.By Mythic Mountains RPG

In this episode of Adventures in the Vale Taverncast I give my first impressions as a new player of 1st Edition Advanced Dungeons and Dragons as well as info about the classic tournament module The Hidden Shrine of Tamoachan.By Mythic Mountains RPG

Trailer for our new folk tabletop RPG discussion podcast.By Mythic Mountains RPG

In this episode, I sit down with Ben Riggs and talk about his amazing book Slaying the Dragon. Show Links Ben on Twitter: https://twitter.com/benriggs_ Bens Website: https://www.writerbenriggs.com/ The Book!: https://read.macmillan.com/lp/slaying-the-dragon/ Ben on the OGL Saga: https://gizmodo.com/dungeons-dragons-wizards-of-the-coast-ogl-ben-rigg…

In this episode, I sit down with Russ from YumDM and discuss his amazing zine D12 monthly. Show Links YumDM - https://yumdm.com/ Get the Zine - https://yumdm.com/zines/ Support via DTRPG - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/pub/21858/YUMDM On Social - https://twitter.com/yum_dm Reach out to me! Web: https://www.theredcaps.net Speakpipe: https://ww…

In todays episode we are going to talk about weird dice, well more specifically we are going to talk to someone who makes weird dice - Alexander Davis from Turningdice joins us on the show Show Links See the Dice: https://tinyurl.com/turningdice1 Another Video: https://tinyurl.com/turningdice2 Turning Dice: https://turningdice.com/ Alex's Social: @…

In today's episode, we talk about a fantasy adventure scenario I've had rolling around in my head and how it's inspired by a scifi book I recently read. Show Links: Earthside by Dennis E Taylor: https://www.amazon.com/?_encoding=UTF8&ref_=sv_adbl_subnav_ref1_8 Call in from Che: https://roleplayrescue.com/podcast/ Legend of Bones: https://legendofth…