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Does the existence of Owlbear create the possible existence of Wolfhawks? What exactly is the difference between a Wizard, Sorcerer, and Warlock? Are all Barbarians brutes that barely string along sentences? Join DM Joe as he explains DnD to his old friend, Cristina. As an experienced player that has never really put their mind to the rules, Cristina has both new and old questions that can help any player with a fresh point of view.
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!! We are hitting 2024 running over here with new campaigns featuring and showcasing villainous characters and we cannot wait to talk more about them here on ITAOB! . . . ig @owlbearpod x @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 x @joeharel https://startplaying.games/gm/dmJoe https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Cristina ig @cr…
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Happy last episode of the year, everyone!! This week we touch base on where DM Joe's current campaigns are at, explore some of the choices the players have made and talk a little about some favorite NPCs. Happy Holidays from us at ITAOB!! . . . ig @owlbearpod x @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 x @joeharel https://startplaying.games/gm/dmJ…
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On this week's episode we start a conversation on LARPing, what can be technically considered LARPing, some more RuPaul's Drag Race and much more on ITAOB!! . . . ig @owlbearpod x @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 x @joeharel https://startplaying.games/gm/dmJoe https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Cristina ig @crispacontreras twitch.t…
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This week we talk about Table Etiquette, things that are expected during sessions and what is appropriate behavior when in a paid game setting. This and more on ITAOB! . . . ig @owlbearpod x @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 x @joeharel https://startplaying.games/gm/dmJoe https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Cristina ig @crispacontrer…
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The Call Is Coming From Inside The House!
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On this week's episode of ITAOB we talk about the importance of timing in a session, cliffhangers and consequences! . . . ig @owlbearpod x @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 x @joeharel https://startplaying.games/gm/dmJoe https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Cristina ig @crispacontreras twitch.tv/crispacontreras tiktok @crispa120 x @cr…
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This week we start scratching the surface of D&D's long list of magical items. This will be the first on a series of many future episodes on magical items, weapons, tools, etc., including homebrewed items! . . . ig @owlbearpod x @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 x @joeharel https://startplaying.games/gm/dmJoe https://www.etsy.com/shop/Joes…
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It's finally time for part 2 of our Backgrounds episodes! If you haven't checked out part one, now is the time! We got you this and more on this week's episode of ITAOB! . . . ig @owlbearpod x @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 x @joeharel https://startplaying.games/gm/dmJoe https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Cristina ig @crispacontr…
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This week we start exploring the different types of backgrounds we can choose during character creation to allow for more in depth and complex characters, and in turn making way for more engaging storylines. This and much more on this episode of ITAOB!! . . . ig @owlbearpod x @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 x @joeharel https://startplayi…
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What are the different kinds of realms available in the D&D multiverse? What's the Ethereal Plane and how vast is it? Where in the Elemental Chaos are you most likely to survive? Maybe none, but these and more questions in this week's episode of ITAOB! . . . ig @owlbearpod x @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 x @joeharel https://startplayin…
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This week DM Joe and Cristina welcome their new cohost for this episode (it's the cat) and touch base on the campaign they're currently playing together, plus a bunch of shenanigans on this episode of ITAOB . . . ig @owlbearpod x @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 x @joeharel https://startplaying.games/gm/dmJoe https://www.etsy.com/shop/Joe…
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This week we talk about finding good moments to promote role playing amongst players, how these moment can trigger storylines events or open opportunities for player as well as identifying when the moment for roleplaying might have passed. But most importantly, is Cristina going to start DMing?! This and much more on this episode of ITAOB! . . . ig…
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On this episode DM Joe and Cristina talk about the new campaign they're playing together and Cristina's experience playing D&D for the first time in years, plus the differences so far between an in person TTRPG and the online platforms we're using for this campaign, plus a bunch of other cool stuff this week on ITAOB! . . . ig @owlbearpod x @owlbea…
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On this episode, we share exciting news about a new campaign we will be playing which will be taking place in the Critical Role universe. We talk about some of our favorite Critical Role and The Legend of Vox Machina moments, DM Joe goes hard on his love for Dragon Age, Cristina struggles with technical difficulties and much more this week on ITAOB…
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On this episode we bring up some great tips on how to be a more considerate player, share some IRL horror stories from former player we've dealt with and we call out DM Joe on being an elder millennial, this and more on this week's ITAOB! . . . ig @owlbearpod x @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 x @joeharel https://startplaying.games/gm/dmJ…
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This episode we take a moment to fully open up about why we are doing this podcast, what D&D means to us and some of the ways in which the game has very literally helped us for the better. This and more on ITAOB! . . . ig @owlbearpod x @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 x @joeharel https://startplaying.games/gm/dmJoe https://www.etsy.com/sh…
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This week we "try" to talk about how to keep battles interesting, but in reality we mostly gush over how much music can make or break your D&D experience. We discuss how finding the right "soundtrack" adds to the sensory experience to the point of influencing players into making decisions based on the music that's playing and much more on ITAOB!! .…
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We cover the second half of the D&D Classes on this week of ITAOB! . . . ig @owlbearpod tw @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 tw @joeharel https://startplaying.games/gm/dmJoe https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Cristina ig @crispacontreras twitch.tv/crispacontreras tiktok @crispa120 tw @crispa120…
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The time has finally come! On this episode we finally tackle the most dreaded conversation on classes. Join us as we start with the -less popular- first half on this week of ITAOB! . . . ig @owlbearpod tw @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 tw @joeharel https://startplaying.games/gm/dmJoe https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Cristina ig…
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This week we start the conversation on the different kinds of players we can find across different tables. Which one is your favorite and which one describes you best? Also, if you are interested in playing with DM Joe please check out his profile at https://startplaying.games/gm/dmJoe All new this week on ITAOB! . . . ig @owlbearpod tw @owlbearpod…
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What makes the villains? Join us as we discuss some of our favorite kinds of BBGs on this week's episode of ITAOB! . . . ig @owlbearpod tw @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 tw @joeharel https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Cristina ig @crispacontreras twitch.tv/crispacontreras tiktok @crispa120 tw @crispa120…
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This week we revisit some of the more difficult moments that have caused drama for us as players, and we share how we've dealt with them. This and more on ITAOB!! . . . ig @owlbearpod tw @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 tw @joeharel https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Cristina ig @crispacontreras twitch.tv/crispacontreras tiktok @cr…
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This week we read some D&D horror stories that players have experienced during sessions. Should we make this a series? Come and check out this episode of ITAOB!! . . . ig @owlbearpod tw @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 tw @joeharel https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Cristina ig @crispacontreras twitch.tv/crispacontreras tiktok @cri…
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This week we explore what are some of the things to avoid as a DM, how to diversify the dungeon experience in your sessions and much more on ITAOB . . . ig @owlbearpod tw @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 tw @joeharel https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Cristina ig @crispacontreras twitch.tv/crispacontreras tiktok @crispa120 tw @cris…
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On this episode we briefly address Honor Amongst Thieves (no spoilers), and the importance to go with the flow as a DM, tools to keep the story going even when your plans get turn belly up by the players and much more on ITAOB!! . . . ig @owlbearpod tw @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 tw @joeharel https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable…
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On this week's episode we share our thoughts on High Magic and Low Magic campaigns, what our preferences are and when to decide in what capacity you incorporate magic in your sessions. This and more on ITAOB!! . . . ig @owlbearpod tw @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 tw @joeharel https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Cristina ig @crisp…
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On this week's episode we share our thoughts on High Magic and Low Magic campaigns, what our preferences are and when to decide in what capacity you incorporate magic in your sessions. This and more on ITAOB!! . . . ig @owlbearpod tw @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 tw @joeharel https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingT... Cristina ig @crispa…
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On this week's episode we touch on the subject of DMPC's and how the improper use of them can lead to an imbalanced game. This and more on ITAOB! . . . ig @owlbearpod tw @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 tw @joeharel https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Cristina ig @crispacontreras twitch.tv/crispacontreras tiktok @crispa120 tw @crisp…
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On this week's episode we talk about the ways in which the works of JRR Tolkien have influenced D&D, how they variate from one another and our perceptions/preferences between the two. This and more on ITAOB! . . . ig @owlbearpod tw @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 tw @joeharel https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Cristina ig @crispac…
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In this episode we talk about Natural 20s and Natural 1s, what they mean in your game and the apparently controversial way DM Joe and Cristina have been playing with them for years. Oops! This and more in ITAOB! . . . ig @owlbearpod tw @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 tw @joeharel https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Follow us Cristi…
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On this week's episode, DM Joe talks about one-shot campaigns and their benefits, we establish the importance of Session 0 before starting any campaign, Cristina struggles with words and much more on ITAOB! . . . ig @owlbearpod tw @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 tw @joeharel https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Follow us Cristina ig…
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Is That an OGL? Wizards of the Coast Drama
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We recorded this episode in late 2022 at the peak of the WotC drama and decided to share our opinions on the open game license (OGL). Come hang out with us as we witness a company (almost) slowly crumble. . . . ig @owlbearpod tw @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 tw @joeharel https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Follow us Cristina ig @…
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With the upcoming release of Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Amongst Thieves we take a look at the trailer and share our thoughts. Join us for some shenanigans! This episode was recorded in late 2022. . . . ig @owlbearpod tw @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 tw @joeharel https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Follow us Cristina ig @crispacont…
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On todays episode we talk about some of our favorite DnD tables, we share our love for Dragon Age and we address queerness in videogames and fantasy. This and more on ITAOB! . . . ig @owlbearpod tw @owlbearpod1 Follow us! DM Joe ig @dmjoe85 tw @joeharel https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoesGamingTable Follow us Cristina ig @crispacontreras tw @crispa120…
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DM Joe and Cristina walked into a tavern and decided to start a podcast! Welcome, listeners, to our very first episode of ITAOB? We are so excited to start this adventure where we'll tackle all things DnD, with a healthy serving of other brands of fantasy and a dash of our other beloved fandoms. We might not fully know what we're doing, but we'll s…
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