The uses of animals at the RPG table are many, and they seem to always bring impact, character development, and FUN. So why don't we use pets and animals in our games more often? Let's discuss why every PC needs a pet hamster, and every villain needs a teacup poodle!

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NPCs are the backbone of any tabletop RPG, but how do we make them interesting? How do we make the players CARE about them? And how can we as players interact with them to bring the world to life? Let's discuss our favorite tips for building and playing all sorts of NPCs, from the humble peasant to the arch villain!

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Each Edition of Dungeons & Dragons did something amazing, something that evolved tabletop RPGs as we know it. Lets discuss all the high points from each edition, and figure out how we can learn from these high points and fold them into our game table, no matter what game we're playing!

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Miniatures have become a staple in tabletop RPGs, but are they actually doing more harm than good? In this episode we debate the pros and cons of using miniatures at the tabletop, and we unearth some pretty striking conclusions along the way!

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Wild news and previews, amazing looking new games, and LOTS of swag. Vince reports back on his Gen Con experience, and the RPG news that REALLY caught his attention!

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Not much has changed in D&D 2024, and what has seems to have 'flattened' the game. Is this a good thing, or does it make the game feel repetitive? Let's discuss the history of D&D 5th Edition, and give our thoughts on what it does well and, more importantly, how we can tweak our own games to make it much more exciting!

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There's a long history of roleplaying fantastical races in tabletop RPGs, but why are people so stuck in the mud on what 'should' be playable? Vince and Jon share their thoughts, and what we can do as players to bring those characters to life AND how DMs can build a setting that feels alive with the unique people that inhabit it.

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Things don't always go according to play at the D&D table. Let's relive our roughest moments, and figure out how to never repeat them!

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