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If you're the person in your family being asked "what's for dinner?" and in charge of meal planning, you know how relentless and exhausting it can be to figure out what everyone is going to eat every meal, every day. Here on Easier Meals, Anne talks through an easy recipe each episode with tips and tricks to help you make it in your kitchen. For your convenience, printable recipes are always linked in the show notes. Anne is the mom of two young kids, and the food blogger behind The Default ...
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The nefarious Evil Dungeon Master is here to share invaluable tips and tricks on Dungeons & Dragons, Palladium, and a myriad of other RPGs. Drawing from over 30 years of diabolical Dungeon Mastering Experience, these bite-sized daily podcasts (10 to 15 minutes each) are brimming with wicked wisdom that you simply can't afford to miss. Mostly system neutral, but has favored editions and game systems. Visit https://TheEvilDM.com for more! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/po ...
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In this podiobook: Part comedy. Part soap opera. A fiction blog. A serialized sit-com. A daily comic strip in prose.When Rantz takes a job as Circulation Director of Fiddle and Burn: Guide to Fandom Magazine, he hauls his family to a new home. None of them realizes that this will lead to one bizarre adventure after another.There's an epic struggle to throw away an old garbage can.There are embarrassing incidents involving a very rude laptop computer.There's a heroic quest to overcome parenta ...
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The Innkeeper's Table is part of The Dice Tower Network. It's a show about board games meant to appeal to gamers while still being accessible to people who don't know a lot about the subject. Each week, hosts Bill and Dylan, two long-time friends who both love board games, will focus on a specific board game-related topic, from game mechanics to deep dives on specific games to explaining what some of the jargon board game enthusiasts use even means.
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Encouraging Good In Game Behavior by a GM
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#DMTips #GMTips #RPG Engaging players in a tabletop RPG can be a rewarding challenge for any Game Master. How do you ensure that players are fully invested in the game? How do you guide them into certain habits that enhance the experience for everyone? Moreover, how can players reciprocate and support the GM? I will try to answer these questions an…
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#vampirehunter #RPG #Gumshoe Was looking around for a topic today and the idea of a Vampire hunter game came to mind, and how it would work, what system would I use, and how long could that game last? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/support
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85. Blueberry Bliss Smoothie (Tropical Smoothie Copycat)
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Anne talks through making a refresing berry focused smoothie that is perfect for the summer heat. A copycat of blueberry bliss from Tropical Smoothie, you can leave out the sugar if not trying to mimic the takeout taste. The full printable recipe is linked above, but if you're making your grocery list here's what you'll need for a 14-16 oz smoothie…
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Alignment changes by a DM, How do you handle it?
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#dnd #alignmentchange Today's topic inspired by a tweet from @memeslich on X, about changing alignments on a Player Character as a DM. How do you handle it? I decided to talk about how I handle it and some experiences I've had with it. I also reference the the AD&D Dungeon Master Guide on page 25 about handling alignment changes. --- Support this p…
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Terminator Roleplaying Game by Nightfall Games
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#Terminator #RPG #S5S Welcome to another episode of the podcast, on today's show I discuss the Terminator Roleplaying game by Nightfall Games, and its S5S dice rolling system. Its a pretty interesting read so far, if you'd like to pick it up, check out the links below! QuickStart - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/341238/the-terminator-rpg-q…
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AD&D Dungeoneer's Survival Guide - Falling Damage!
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#ADnD #TSR #Greyhawk The Dungeoneer's Survival Guide, a book often overlooked when playing AD&D is actually a great resource if you take the time to read it. Today I am focusing on falling damage, damage from spikes, falling on jagged surfaces, soft surfaces and sliding down slopes. All things found in the book on page 19 & 20! These are interestin…
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Starship Troopers the RPG & Some Gaming Advice
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#RPG #StarshipTroopers Today on the podcast, I decided to talk about a game probably forgotten, not because its old, but because it came out during the d20 boom and its probably a game that doesn't have longevity to for gaming sessions. Starship Troopers the RPG. Starship Troopers: The Roleplaying Game is a tabletop role-playing game produced by …
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Converting Your Favorite System into the Game you want!
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#RPG #CovertingRPG Today on the podcast I wanted to ponder about the idea of converting your favorite gaming system into the game you want. I think its a fun exercise for any experienced Game Master at some point during their hobby time, to take a game they absolute enjoy, strip out the system, and try to make their own idea work. We've all probabl…
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Summer is a time for easy, lazy, light lunches, like your favorite brand of frozen spring rolls. Anne talks through making them in the air fryer or oven so you can enjoy a crispy appetizer whenever the mood strikes. The full printable instructions are linked above, but if you're making your grocery list all you'll need is your favorite frozen sprin…
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A Planet Where Apes Evolved from Men? Terra Primate!
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#Unisystem #D10 #PlanetoftheApes I was speaking with a co-worker about roleplaying games and he was looking forward to a Planet of the Apes rpg coming out and I had to point out to him, Terra Primate exists already! Demo - https://www.edenstudios.net/images/terrademo.pdf PDF - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/705/terra-primate?affiliate_id=4…
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Gencon 2011, Buffy the Vampire Slayer Game.
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#Buffy #BuffyVampireSlayer #RPG Today's podcast is another story about a game I was involved in that had an interesting twist. It took place during Gencon 2011 and I had a blast. I enjoy sharing gaming story experiences on the podcast and sometimes stories help spark ideas for not only me, you as well. Enjoy! Humble Bundle: https://theevildm.com/Hu…
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#DND #RPG Today on the podcast, after reading some interesting threads online via reddit, I decided to talk drinking potions during combat, and how it should be handled for different editions. I also have a few words about One D&D. Humble Bundle: Runequest! https://theevildm.com/HumbleBundle --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/…
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Wandering Monster, Random Encounters. Why is it not liked?
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#TTRPG #DND #WanderingMonsters On the podcast today, I talk about a subject that bothered me, that a lot of people who play more modern editions, can't stand the wandering monsters or random encounters idea. Tell me your thoughts about it in the comments. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/support…
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The ARC Character Background Method, do you use it?
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#RPG #DND #Backstory Today on the podcast, I got an email from Mister Jay Johnson that asked about character backstories, and how I handle them in my games. So I decided to talk about my ARC system, which is Ally, Rival and Contact, which can help kick off a pretty interesting character backstory! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotif…
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83. Strawberry Matcha Smoothie (Matcha Optional)
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Anne talks through making a quick light breakfast for when it's too hot to want anything else in the morning. The matcha is added last in this strawberry smoothie, and can be left out for littles who don't need the caffeine boost. The full printable recipe is linked above, but if you're making your grocery list here's what you'll need: Produce: 1 c…
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#GURPS #RPG Today on the podcast I decided, after speaking to a listener named Tom, to give my thoughts and experiences with the RPG GURPS. I also put up a poll on spotify with this podcast of which edition I should play. Vote now! There will be no podcasts until Monday due to the 4th of July holiday coming up! --- Support this podcast: https://pod…
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#RPG #Gangbusters Today on the podcast, I got a question asking about a follow up to my Noir Detective game, and wondering my thoughts on Gangbusters by TSR. Link to B/X Gangbusters: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/292055/Gangbusters-B-X-version?cPath=24399&affiliate_id=35526 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show…
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#detective #Noir #RPG On today's podcast, I discuss my solo roleplaying game I had this weekend, using the Cinematic Unisystem rules, and playing a detective in the 1930. I used the Mythic One Page emulator, along with the 1920s and 1930s random tables for names and inspiration. It was a good time and the cinematic unisystem just gets easier over t…
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Anne talks through caramelizing onions and mushrooms in a large skillet, a perfect summer cook out side. If you use cast iron you can even do it on the grill alongside the burgers or steaks you might want to have with them. The full printable recipe is linked above, but if you're making your grocery list here's what you'll need: Produce: 2.5 lb oni…
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#AOD #AVE #EvilDead On today's podcast, I decided to answer an FB Message asking me about one of my solo gaming experiences from Jessica. So I decide to talk about a game that was fresh in my mind that I just started, Ash vs Evil Dead solo game, using the Army of Darkness Rules. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thee…
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FASA Star Trek, Captain Reggie, Lt Nova & The Felonians
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#Startrek #FASA #RPG Today on the podcast, I decided to talk about a story of a campaign I ran for Star Trek using FASA rules. It involved two players, time anomalies, telepathic cat people and wacky crystals. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/support
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Call of Cthulhu, the game and its mindset with DM Will
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#CofC #cthulhu #RPG Today on the podcast, DM Will returns and we discuss the various editions of Call of Cthulhu, but mostly focus on the mechanics of 7th edition. We discuss the mindset of the game and getting into it, along with the mythos, the monsters, the characters and handling sanity. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/…
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Vampire: The Masquerade and Wolf Man Jack
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#VtM #Vampire #RPG Today I got an email asking about my experiences with Vampire: The Masquerade. I played it for a while in the '90s and early '00s and once character that stands out was "Wolfman Jack" - who was a WWF wrestler. Enjoy the story! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/support…
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On Today's Podcast, I decided to chat about the DC Universe Roleplaying Game. Its a game that wasn't well received by fans using the West End Games "d6 Legends" system. The game had a lot of work put into it as far as giving fans supplements and ideas, but the game was lacking a lot with its mechanics. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.s…
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Mayfair's Underground RPG, Often called DC Heroes lite?
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#Underground #MayfairRPG #RPG Underground is a satirical "grim and gritty"-style superhero role playing game set in the near future. It was released by Mayfair Games in 1993 as a commentary on the politics and society of the early 1990s. Drivethru link: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/2873/underground?affiliate_id=421647 --- Support this po…
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#FightingFantasy #AdventureBooks Today on the podcast I decided to discuss the fighting fantasy books by Ian Livingstone. I found a few at Half Priced Books and I remember these books being a lot of fun. Though I don't remember this cover as its a recent 2017 edition. Link to Book: https://amzn.to/4clwFc8 --- Support this podcast: https://podcaster…
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#Usedbooks #DMTips In today's episode, I discuss buying used books from the store and finding a hidden gem, like a map, or a creature, or an entire dungeon. Its joy to find these things inside the book as it makes you think about what you could do it with it! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/support…
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Last Friday, Geoff and I did a live stream for my youtube channel and we wanted to respond to those who left comments on the show afterwards. Some GREAT comments, so they deserve answering right away! Link to Video: https://youtube.com/live/GsG5vKNthAQ?feature=share --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/support…
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Technology in Gaming, Good or Bad? You Decide!
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#Gaming #DMTips #TechnologyGaming On today's podcast I reach into the email bag and answer a question about what I think of how gaming has evolved with technology, and what I think is better overall. What do I think? You'll have to tune in and find out! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/support…
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Advanced Dungeons & Dragons - The Sometimes Controversial Charm Monster Spell
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#DMtips #Spells #Greyhawk On today's podcast, I flip open the AD&D 1e Player's handbook to the 4th level Magic User spell called, "Charm Monster". Discuss that spell, how to use and how its often talked about as Controversial as far as how its been used by various people. I also tell you a story about how it was part of one of the worst gaming expe…
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Dungeons & Dragons - The Manual of Hexterity!
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#dungeonsanddragons #hexmapping #mapping On today's podcast, I am going over the Manual of Hexterity, a pay what you will product on Drivethrurpg.com, that is an excellent tool for your DM binder. It adds a lot of flavor to your hex maps and even your dungeon maps. Link: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/395396/manual-of-hexterity?affiliate_i…
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Shadowrun - Giving characters the spotlight?
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#GMTips #Shadowrun #RPG In this episode, I got an email from Lucas asking about how do you ensure that each archetype can shine and feel equally important in a campaign. I go over ways you can make each character feel important and have their moment in the spotlight. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/suppor…
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Dungeons and Dragons - Keeping players on track with modules?
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#DMTips #DMAdvice #RPG In the latest episode of our podcast, I talk about a thought-provoking email inquiry about guiding players through modules and keeping them engaged. Join me as I reflect on this intriguing question and share valuable insights and practical tips on how to effectively steer players within the framework of modules. Really gettin…
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Grievances I have about people who only play D&D and nothing else!
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In today's episode, I get right to the chase of things and talk about a situation a friend is having with his group not wanting to play anything other then D&D and how its good to experience other RPGs, if only to recharge your batteries for the old faithful game you love. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/…
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Shadowrun - Bottled Demon Module is Excellent!
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#Shadowrun #BottledDemon #RPG On today's podcast, I decided to pull out one of my favorite second edition modules to talk about, the Bottled Demon. It has a lot going on, and its really interesting. Listen in as I talk about the module's plot and how interesting it is for a new GM looking for a mission or two. --- Support this podcast: https://podc…
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Dungeons and Dragons - Solo Crawling, No GM Oracle needed!
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#GMlessgames #soloRPG #SoloTTRPG Welcome to the podcast and today's topic is about playing D&D by yourself, but there is no need for complex GM Emulators, or oracles needed! You can engage in building a world and dungeons to play through and all you need is your party of characters, hex maps, grid map, the AD&D DMG book and your imagination. Listen…
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#Shadowrun #RPG On today's podcast, I am answering an email but this time, its about Shadowrun. The question is about designing missions and what advice do I have about making the missions interesting. Listen in as I give an example of a mission I came up with that lasted a few sessions, and had a moral dilemma. --- Support this podcast: https://po…
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Dungeons and Dragons: Limited Wish, How Limited is it really?
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On today's podcast, I decided to take a look at the limited wish spell, breaking it down and giving my interpretation of the spell, how it could be used and how it should not be used. Of course just like anything in any game, the opinion is subjective to the reader's interpretation, and in this case its mine. Maybe you'll rule things differently an…
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Solo RPGs - Games you can play in your head!
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#soloRPG #soloroleplaying #RPG In today's episode, I talk about a book that helped things actually click in my head for Solo Roleplaying and give me a better understand of how to actually do it. Listen in and I will describe what about this book really helped! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/support…
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Should a DM Give Players Advice & Warnings?
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In this episode today, I ponder the question of a DM giving players advice during combat, warnings during play and if those players should listen to the DM. I also go over if a DM should give "bad or evil" advice to players and is that fair of him to do that? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/support…
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Dungeons and Dragons: The Armor Spell, from 1st to 5th, How its changed
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#DMtips #dnd #RPG On today's podcast I decided to take a look at another spell, starting with its AD&D 1e roots, and see how its evolved since then. The Armor spell in AD&D is often misused in my opinion and I wanted to clear up how it works exactly and then we take a look at Mage Armor, which is what the spell morphed into and compare it with 3e a…
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Dungeons and Dragons: The Goodberry spell, The Forgotten Gem of Druid Magic
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#dungeonsanddragons #druidspells #dnd In this episode I shine the spotlight on an often-overlooked spell called, Goodberry. Join me as I look at it from AD&D, and how its evolved through out the editions of D&D. Its a very versatile spell and it should be in every Druid's list of spells. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/…
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#DMtips #DnD #ADnD In this episode I got an email from LeroyD20 asking me about my thoughts about thoughts on the Paladins continuous protection from evil ability and if the "detect evil" ability is over used! Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X: @TheEvilDM Email: AsktheDM@theEvilDM.com Facebook: https://F…
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This episode features a recipe developed by Prajakta Sukhatme of Profusion Curry. Anne talks through making this easy and delicious pasta fresca- a vegetarian pasta dish with a balsamic cream sauce that's perfect for summer. The full original instructions with photos are linked above, but if you're making your grocery list here's what you'll need: …
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The Grievances about Heroes vs Anti-Heroes
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#Dungeonsanddragons #DMTips #humor In this episode, Sal and Vince sit down and discuss a GM's Grievances about Heroes vs Anti-heroes characters and tropes. Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X: @TheEvilDM Email: AsktheDM@theEvilDM.com Facebook: https://FB.com/TheEvilDungeonMaster --- Support t…
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#DMtips #GMTips #DND In this episode I got an email from Marcus, asking me about how to handle spell Preparation, what to do if a party is in a hurry or the prep gets interrupted and then he asks about custom spells. Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X: @TheEvilDM Email: AsktheDM@theEvilDM.com Facebook: ht…
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Let's Call this an RFI Mini as DM Will is here!
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#DMtips #RFI #ADND1e Listen in as Vince is joined by former co-host of Roll for Imitative, DM Will! The two kick off the show talking about conventions and then various topics that include how to handle players who don't show up, Virtual Table tops, and keeping players engaged in the game. Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/T…
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#DMTips #CampaignDesign #dnd In today's episode, I go through my process that works for me for building homebrew worlds for the start of a campaign. Everyone has their own process, and no one person will do it the same, so here is my method. Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X: @TheEvilDM Email: AsktheDM@t…
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Making Giant Monster End Bosses More Interesting
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#DMTips #GMTips #dnd In today's episode I was asked a few questions from a listener, and she wanted to know how I could make the giant end boss encounter a little more interesting and original. Tune in and find out what tips I give to make the encounter more interesting! Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X:…
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It's getting too hot to turn on the oven, and come Thanksgiving freeing up some space in there is handy too. Anne talks through making a bone-in turkey breast in the crockpot with a honey maple glaze that you can get ready fast and then walk away from. The printable recipe is linked above, but if you're making your grocery list here's what you'll n…
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