

#98 - Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023)
May 21, 2023
The hosts discuss their personal experiences with Dungeons & Dragons, including larping and writing a book for a neighborhood D&D group. They analyze the craft and execution of a fantasy movie, praise the performances and effects, and appreciate the relatable characters in a magical world. They explore the challenges of writing a D&D movie, including failed attempts in the past and the difficulty of creating iconic characters. They discuss effective transitions in writing and how to apply writing tips to D&D campaigns. The hosts also mention a new book, their writing style, and potential sponsorship opportunities.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Involvement in D&D and Thoughts on a D&D Movie
03:43 • 5min
Impressions and Analysis of a Fantasy Movie
08:35 • 3min
Personal Experiences with Dungeons & Dragons
11:27 • 13min
Adapting Dungeons & Dragons into a Movie
24:44 • 21min
Balancing Exposition and Enjoyable Storytelling
45:54 • 21min
Audience Contract Violations in Storytelling
01:07:07 • 10min
Effective Transitions in Writing
01:17:23 • 16min
Using Writing Tips for D&D
01:33:45 • 13min
Discussion About a New Book, Writing Style, and Blog
01:46:40 • 2min
Mentioning Scripts, Expressing Gratitude, and Joking About Potential Commercials
01:48:52 • 2min
Various Sponsorship Mentions and Encouragement for Support
01:50:37 • 2min