Best Ttrpg News And More Podcasts (2024)

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#146. Why the New D&D Monk Isn't on Dael's Spangley List... 58:56

1h ago58:56

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The new D&D Monk splits the Lorecast crew, Wizards of the Coast reshuffle their staff with a notable absence, and a new streaming service strives to compete with Twitch. Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailydael James: @JamesJHaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: @ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 06:14 - Monk 2…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 233: Your Character is DEAD!; Player Input into World Building 1:07:33

1d ago1:07:33

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Oh no! That giant just turned Bert's character into meat paste! What considerations are necessary and what must a player, a DM, and a gaming group do to pivot when a PC buys the farm? RD and Bert pontificate this point because, well, Bert's character was turned into meat paste at the last gaming session. After the news, the duo discuss what input, …

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Ep 007 - D&D 2024 complexity grows 45:49

1h ago45:49

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Catch the show live Saturday Mornings on YouTube!, leave a message or ask a question here https://forms.gle/MmMB73qiXaKFvX9m9 News * [ ] 2024 PHB Videos Continue * [ ] Monk, Sorcerer, Cleric, Bard, Dragon designs * [ ] Monk seems extra complex, Bard has limited magical secrets but more spell options than a Wizard? * [ ] Lots of video game bundle pr…

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#145. D&D's 3D VTT is Closer Than You Think! 1:02:21

3d ago1:02:21

1:02:21

A pre-order bonus for the D&D 3D VTT has us wondering how close it is and how WotC plan to monetize it? Are the new dragons an upgrade from the old? Wouldn't you like to custom make your character's species? Playtest Grim Hollow's heritage system: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_GHPG_2024_7_145 Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com B…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 232: D&D Crafting Change Catastrophe!; Sci-Fi/Horror Gem Mothership 1:01:55

4d ago1:01:55

1:01:55

Surprise, surprise: Wizards of the Coast continues to "re-imagine" Dungeons & Dragons... potentially into the grave. The "improvements" to crafting and the introduction of a hybrid "Minecraft" and "MMO" crafting system were released, and it looks like once again the game is getting fundamentally changed for the worse. The news makes us laugh as we …

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Ep006 - ENNIE nominations for 2024! 29:16

5d ago29:16

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Catch the show live Saturday Mornings on YouTube! News * [ ] 2024 PHB Videos Continue * [ ] Spells > Influence from Baldur’s Gate 3 * [ ] Crafting Sneak Peak > interesting it’s in the PHB and not DMG. * [ ] Makes your tool proficiency useful. * [ ] 2024 Ennie Nominations are out! Voting opens July 12th, runs through July 21st. * [ ] Standouts for J…

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#144. The D&D 2024 Ranger is... Well... It's a Thing! 56:16

10d ago56:16

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There's a lot to say about the new 5e 2024 Ranger, and... well... it's a thing! We also review the new D&D 2024 spells and try to get more players into the GM chair. Sign up for Grim Hollow Kickstarter updates: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ghostfiregaming/grim-hollow?ref=3hjfbf Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com James: @Jam…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 231: DM as Referee?!? What is the Correct Title and Role?; Western Renaissance 59:47

11d ago59:47

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Spinning out of a conversation from last week, the gang talks about the title and role of the Dungeon Master in DnD. Is "referee" appropriate? What level of separation must the DM have with the group and the world? After this fun debate, with each of the guys having a distinct opinion, we tackle the news before saddling up to talk the resurgence of…

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Ep005 - canceled CRIT Awards at Gen Con 43:15

16d ago43:15

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Catch the show live Saturday Mornings on YouTube! News * [ ] How was Free RPG Day? * [ ] Crit Awards leaves Gen Con for 2024 * [ ] Gen Con revoked their attendance due to “safety concerns” violating Gen Con Policy. * [ ] More D&D vids on classes for 2024. * [ ] Ranger Changes, Hunter’s Mark further integrated into the class * [ ] Counter spell & Di…

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#143. D&D 2024 is Looking Pretty Good... well, Except That! 1:03:12

18d ago1:03:12

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The Eldritch Lorecast deep dives into the D&D 2024 previews to explore backgrounds, weapon mastery, heroic advantage, subclasses, and that one missed opportunity! Experience Grim Hollow on D&D Beyond: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_GHPG_2024_6_143 Follow the Grim Hollow Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ghostfiregaming/grim-hollow…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 230: WotC's Hideous, Woke, and Racist Art Drop 1:03:51

18d ago1:03:51

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Wizards of the Coast has dropped a bunch of the "New" Dungeons & Dragons art... and it is just as hideous, woke, and racist as you could hope for. The guys talk about some of the more outlandish pieces and discuss how art, generally, is important to the hobby and hooks players in each game. Are some of these pieces intentionally horrific? Then, aft…

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Ep 004 - Extra Art on D&D Beyond and FREE RPG DAY!! 31:59

26d ago31:59

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Catch the show live Saturday Mornings on YouTube! News * [ ] Free RPG Day! * [ ] I’m running Beneath the Well of Brass for DCC. * [ ] Vecna EoR has more art and changes in DnDBeyond compared to the physical book. * [ ] Lots of WotC sponsored videos on youtube featuring stuff from the 2024 books. * [ ] Greyhawk is the new default campaign setting in…

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#142. Fans Notice D&D Beyond Differences in Vecna: Eve of Ruin! 55:51

24d ago55:51

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Fans notice differences in the D&D Beyond Vecna: Eve of Ruin, Chris Cocks submits to an amazingly awkward interview, and we ponder who the average TTRPG player is? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailydael James: @JamesJHaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: @ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 01:52 - Player's Han…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 229: D&D, Influenced by It's Own Supplements! 1:04:14

25d ago1:04:14

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The "Dungeons and Dragons," TTRPG hobby has a boatload of influences... but is unique in the fact that it often influences.... itself. The guys talk about pivotal supplements that have shaped the hobby and how modern guidance continues to change our beloved passion. Plus everything from Critical Role to "ding dong" in the news! You won't want to mi…

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Ep 003 - Dicebreaker is Dice Broken 48:40

1M ago48:40

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Catch the show live Saturday Mornings on YouTube! News * [ ] Dice Breaker is no more. IGN bought parent company and the team is laid off. * [ ] Modiphius to Publish Ubisoft’s Heroes of Might & Magic TTRPG. * [ ] Using their 2d20 system. Dune, Fallout, Homeworld, Star Trek Adventures, John Carter of Mars * [ ] June 18th starts the D&D PHB 2024 previ…

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#141. The Influencer-fication of the TTRPG Industry 56:42

1M ago56:42

56:42

Do you need to be an Influencer to be a successful TTRPG designer? Is Roll20 buying Demiplane good for the RPG industry? Why has Dicebreaker stopped reporting on D&D? All that and more, right now... Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailydael James: @JamesJHaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: @ZsDante Topics:…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 228: Gaming Group Meeting Failures; Unfathomable Board Game Revisited 1:02:51

1M ago1:02:51

1:02:51

In this episode, the gang talk about the TTRPG curse older than time: Getting the group together. Inevitably, every group is going to ride the rocky road of scheduling. Why is this the killing blow for some groups? How can you pivot? Is it the end of the D&D World? Then after the news, as requested by the Nerdcognito Nation, the boys revisit, run d…

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Ep 002 - AI engineers and Baldur's Gate Modding 47:12

1M ago47:12

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News * [ ] WotC looking for an “AI Engineer” * [ ] Baldur’s Gate 3 offering Community Modding Support * [ ] Roll20 Bought Demiplane * [ ] D&D 2024 Monster Manual cover released * [ ] Free RPG Day June 22nd Crowd Funding * [ ] DC20 by the Dungeon Coach (Kickstarter) * [ ] Adventure Double Feature - Merry Mushmen (Kickstarter) * [ ] MAZES City of Sku…

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#140. Will the WotC Controversies Ever STOP!? 58:51

1M ago58:51

58:51

Wizards of the Coast publish a job listing for an AI Engineer, the new D&D Dungeon Master's Guide has its cover revealed, and we might have found an official name for the MCDM RPG. Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailydael James: @JamesJHaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: @ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 04:…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 227: 40+ "Rules" for the TTRPG Table... (He's not wrong!) 59:48

1M ago59:48

59:48

A frustrated Dungeon Master presented his players (do they play?) with a list of "rules" that were going to be implemented moving forward. While clearly frustrated with SparkleTroll and otherwise bad player behavior as we dig through his list we have to ask... "Is he wrong?" The guys discuss faux pas of players at the TTRPG table and how the DM can…

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Ep 001 - Tabletop Junction! 28:39

2M ago28:39

28:39

YouTube Link - TTRPG News * [ ] Ember - Foundry VTT is building a digital roleplaying game for their VTT. * [ ] WotC 5e - Quests from the Infinite Staircase releases July 16th 2024. * [ ] D&D live action show stalled * [ ] Free RPG Day (June 22nd 2024) * [ ] D&D tie-in with Destiny 2 and Dead by Daylight Weekly Thoughts and Content * [ ] SuperGeek …

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#139. Are these D&D Settings too Problematic to Return? 1:01:57

2M ago1:01:57

1:01:57

We dive into D&D adventure settings from Greyhawk to Kara Tur, from Forgotten Realms to Dark Sun, and ponder which deserve to return to 5e? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Teos: @Alphastream Omar: @OmarNajam Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: @ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 05:36 - Greyhawk 10:59 - Campaign settings & …

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NanoNerdcognito: "Accidental Overpowering" 38:57

2M ago38:57

38:57

The holiday weekend in the States and a few too many life incidents have abbreviated this week's episode into a Nano! Fear not, though a touch shorter than usual, it is still packed with everything you'd expect -- Beginning with talk of how a DM can correct an "accidential overpowering" of a party and ending with news (from Reddit) RD and Bert sque…

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Episode 13 | Tales of the Valiant (Season 2 Finale) 1:07:12

2M ago1:07:12

1:07:12

It’s our final episode of Season TWO, and we are pumped to have played Tales of the Valiant with some of our faithful players! We played the first part of the intro adventure “Caverns of the Spore Lord”. We talk about first impressions and some of the differences we saw between ToV and Wizards D&D.By Jeff & Seth

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Ep 263 - Vecna, Thracia, Valiant, and more! 47:28

2M ago47:28

47:28

Solo Jorphdan show catching up on TTRPG news! * OAR #8 DCC/5e Caverns of Thracia, October 2024 * D&D Gold Dragon redesign, all dragons getting redesigned? * Reddit Post on more dragons * Tales of the Valiant - https://www.talesofthevaliant.com/ * Crowdfunding * Backerkit: Wayward Gazette (DCC Weird Frontiers) * Live now, funded * Kickstarter: DC20 …

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#138. Details in WotC's New Art shows D&D's Future! 1:00:24

2M ago1:00:24

1:00:24

New D&D art drops, showcasing the cover of the next 5e PHB. MCDM rockets onto D&D Beyond with two 3rd party titles. Vecna is revealed as the next Dead by Daylight villain. Get 30% off at Into the AM until May 29: https://intotheam.com/GhostfireGaming Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailydael James: @Jame…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 226: Too Many Classes! (aka Less is More) 59:54

2M ago59:54

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With ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SIX OFFICIAL (you read that correctly) classes and subclasses in DnD 5e, it's time the gang evaluated class structures in TTRPGs. There are no surprises here -- the guys believe less is more. Add in some tales of characters gone by, bard mocking, and of course the news, and you have a full episode of nerdy goodness that …

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#137. Is Critical Role Repeating Geek & Sundry's Mistakes? 1:03:23

2M ago1:03:23

1:03:23

Critical Role starts its own subscription service, but is this repeating Geek & Sundry's mistakes? D&D announces another video game licensing deal and makes a controversial reveal! Sign for the Monster Hunter playtest: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_GHPG_2024_4_134 Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @daily…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 225: From the Tabletop to the Screen! (and back!) 1:05:37

2M ago1:05:37

1:05:37

Fallout... The Last of Us... Rings of Power... Castlevania... there are a LOT of game-inspired screen adaptations hitting lately, and the trend is not going to end. This week, the boys look at all of the players and talk about what TTRPG, video, and board game adaptations they would like to see! Plus, a newsy tribute to Roger Corman starts a banger…

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Episode 12 | D&D Beyond (Horrible) 35:42

2M ago35:42

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So much recent news to cover! We talk about Wizards of the Coast changing DnDBeyond (for the worse), Critical Role launching their own paid service, and other recent and upcoming launch news! Plus we talk about going to GenCon!By Jeff & Seth

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#136. Is D&D Beyond Ending Microtransactions a Good Thing? 1:07:11

2M ago1:07:11

1:07:11

Wizards of the Coast drops microtransactions from D&D Beyond, promises to update the 5e SRD, and releases an AI art FAQ. Should every TTRPG have a TV show like Fallout? Crowdfund Campaign Cabinets here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/loudounlaserworks/campaign-cabinets?ref=cq6nex Sign for the Monster Hunter playtest: https://ghostfiregaming.c…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 224: WotC's AI Art Dust Storm... plus The Dungeon Delver! 1:01:59

2M ago1:01:59

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This week, our good friend The Dungeon Delver drops in to chew the fat with the gang about the incredible nothingburger that was the Wizards of the Coast "AI art FAQ." There was a lot of internet noise, but is WotC doing... the right thing? The boys and Bill dig in deep to this offering insight, perspective, and opinion. Plus, the news will NOT dis…

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#135. How to Design a Class like the DnD Monster Hunter 1:01:03

3M ago1:01:03

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We discuss designing a new 5e class, the difference between psionics and magic in D&D, Hasbro's investor call, and GM'ing for strangers! Discover the Wandering Tavern here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/homieandthedude/the-wandering-tavern?ref=e9y7dz Sign for the Monster Hunter playtest: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_GHPG_2024_4_134 Email…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 223: Grim Jim and the TTRPG Hobby's Toxic Cancel Culture 1:06:21

3M ago1:06:21

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Hot on the heels of Nerdcognito getting de-platformed on YouTube after an alleged cancel culture report strike -- and the RD having his personal account targeted and wiped as well -- we look at cancel culture in the hobby in general. Who better to bring in for this discussion but "Grim" James Desborough? Jim gives his perspective on the hobby and i…

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#134. Are New TTRPG's Crowding Out Smaller Indie's? 59:47

3M ago59:47

59:47

Cynthia Williams resigns from Wizards of the Coast and leaves behind her D&D legacy, Critical Role showcase Daggerheart rules on stream, and Pathfinder has new classes for you to playtest. Get Monsters of Drakkenheim: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_DDMD_2024_4_131 Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailyd…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 222: Cynthia Williams out at WotC, Modules!, Dystopian Dawn Time Warped 1:19:50

3M ago1:19:50

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Cynthia Williams has announced her departure from Wizards of the Coast! What does this mean? Listen to the guys give their takes on her exodus. Then, as promised, a lively deep dive into what makes a module and their role in the hobby. After the news, creator of Dystopian Dawn, Tony Garcia stops by to talk about his latest project and the gang brie…

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Ep 262 - We're Back! A podcast story. 1:02:10

3M ago1:02:10

1:02:10

Catching up on TTRPG news but really just catching up with each other and everyone else! 👾 Join The Discord Server ► https://bit.ly/Jorphdan 🌟 Phatreon ► https://www.patreon.com/jorphdan 📹 YouTube ► https://www.youtube.com/@JocularJunction 🎲 Games ► https://jorphdan.itch.io/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other sub…

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#133. Does Initiative Make Daggerheart Better or Worse? 1:05:01

3M ago1:05:01

1:05:01

We review the changes to Daggerheart and whether it's better or worse with initiative rules, boggle at the price of Dimension 20 live tickets, and consider whether Hasbro's CEO is right about the future of gaming. Get Monsters of Drakkenheim: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_DDMD_2024_4_131 Chris Cocks WBUR-fm interview: https://www.wbur.org/herean…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 221: Can Tourists and SparkleTrolls be "Saved??" 1:04:43

3M ago1:04:43

1:04:43

Can a SparkleTroll be saved? Is a tourist worth bringing to the table? Should we even bother? This week the gang tears into all things tourist -- from origins to Critical Role toxins to playstyles. Can we bring the hobby back from a fundamental and philosophical shift? Plus, the news has LOTS of TTRPG goodness that you won't want to miss! (...and M…

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Episode 11 | Top 10 Campaign Settings 49:12

3M ago49:12

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Jeff & Seth talk about our top ten campaign settings for TTRPGs and take a look at recent TTRPG news.By Jeff & Seth

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#132. What Loot Is Hiding in the D&D LEGO Dungeon? 1:07:13

3M ago1:07:13

1:07:13

This week Lexi McQueen joins the Lorecast to look through the D&D LEGO adventure, speculate at the D&D video game news, and then we all try not to panic while our party learns to teleport! Get Monsters of Drakkenheim: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_DDMD_2024_4_131 Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @DailyD…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 220: Player Requests, Suggestions, and DEMANDS?!? 1:00:06

3M ago1:00:06

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Players drop hints all the time. What happens when it is more than a friendly poke? How should you handle your group asking for in-game favors, dictating game/world events, demanding items, or throwing an X-card (just kidding, show the X'er the door!). Plus, the news, Ryan revives "Oriental" and shoves it back into the acceptable category, and tale…

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#131. D&D Sales Have Dropped in 2023! What Now? 1:02:04

4M ago1:02:04

1:02:04

D&D Beyond joins Kickstarter to support Monsters of Drakkenheim, a free 5e adventure is released for Tsojcanth, and are dropping D&D sales in 2023 a problem? Express your style with 10% off at INTO THE AM: https://intotheam.com/GhostfireGaming Get Monsters of Drakkenheim: https://get.monstersofdrakkenheim.com/14 Email your questions to podcast@ghos…

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SPECIAL Nerdcognito - Episode 219: Discomfiting Dialogue with Daniel D. Fox (friend of the show?!?) 1:24:13

3M ago1:24:13

1:24:13

Nerdcognito talks to... Daniel D. Fox?!? (yes, THAT Daniel D. Fox) Uh oh."Infamous" RD and Kyle sit down with the "notorious" Daniel D. Fox, creator of Zweihander, alleged destructor of The Trove, and all around polarizing figure in the TTRPG space. Publicly politically misaligned with the guys AND potentially on the opposite end of the gaming spec…

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Episode 10 | A Look at the AlchemyRPG Virtual Tabletop 52:03

4M ago52:03

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We’re talking about any news that we missed, as well as take a look at the Virtual Tabletop Seth backed on Kickstarter called AlchemyRPG. We also get back to our regular Campaigns and talk about what we’ve played recently.By Jeff & Seth

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#130. Baldur's Gate 4 is Cancelled. Here's Why! 57:01

4M ago57:01

57:01

A deluge of gaming news breaks with a sneak peak at the new 5e DMG, Tome of Beast hits D&D Beyond, Wizard's secures more licensing deals, and Larian cancels Baldur's Gate 4! Get Monsters of Drakkenheim: https://get.monstersofdrakkenheim.com/14 Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne James: @JamesJHaeck Shawn: @shawnmer…

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Nerdcognito - Episode 218: "You Can't Play With THEM!" 59:00

4M ago59:00

59:00

It happens -- a friend, a partner -- someone tells you "You can't play with THEM!" Maybe not you, but maybe that guy with the antisocial eye-rolling leftie girlfriend slowly exits from your table. Why and how do these ultimatums get made and how do they effect your table? Plus, the pros and cons of modules. Maybe. Probably not. ----more----Grab The…

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#129. Daggerheart Doesn't Want You to Roll for Initiative 1:13:34

4M ago1:13:34

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The Dungeon Dudes drop in to talk the Daggerheart open Beta, their next 5e Kickstarter "Monsters of Drakkenheim", and whether AI creation tools can be used responsibly? Get Monsters of Drakkenheim: https://get.monstersofdrakkenheim.com/14 Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne James: @JamesJHaeck Monty: @montycmartin …

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Nerdcognito - Episode 217: TPKs and Near Total Party Kills in D&D/TTRPGs 1:02:23

4M ago1:02:23

1:02:23

This week, the gang dives deep on the Total Party Kill. Talking about this unique situation that apparently makes SparkleTrolls weep, the boys look into it mechanically, from a story perspective, and through the eyes of both player and dungeon master. Of course, there are some great TPK stories thrown in there as well. This, combined with longer ch…

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Episode 9 | The Rundown on the Daggerheart Open Beta 59:09

4M ago59:09

59:09

We’re reviewing the Daggerheart Beta!! Both of us have had a chance to play the Darrington Press & Critical Role TTRPG that was released in open beta on March 12th. We will talk about what’s in the Beta documents, our playtest experiences, and our thoughts and concerns! Leave a comment and let us know what you think of Daggerheart so far in our epi…

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