The Lazy RPG Podcast - D&D and RPG News and GM Prep from Sly Flourish

How RPGs Die – Lazy RPG Talk Show

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Apr 14, 2025

Delve into the recent shakeup at Wizards of the Coast as key figures depart, potentially reshaping the future of D&D. Explore the rise of one-on-one RPG sessions that enhance player agency. Discover insights on the evolution toward D&D's sixth edition and the state of the Old School Renaissance. Get tips for using index cards as a prep tool and learn about revamped Beholder tactics from the new Monster Manual. Plus, engage with community resources that enrich the RPG experience.

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D&D Designers Depart

Jeremy Crawford and Chris Perkins, key architects of D&D 2024, left Wizards of the Coast.
This marks a significant shift in D&D's design team, following Mike Mearls' departure.

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Running the Beholder

When running the D&D 2024 Beholder, adjust hit points based on party size and desired challenge.
Increase hit points if facing more than four characters.

ADVICE

Beholder Counter Strategies

Pair the Beholder with creatures possessing blindsight or tremorsense.
This counters players using fog cloud or darkness to nullify the Beholder's eye rays.

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Christopher A. Roach

Felipe Correa

Anita Berrizbeitia

Rafi Segal

Rules cyclopedia

Aaron Allston

Spelljammer

Adventures in Space

Jeff Grubb

Lazy DM's Companion

Mike Shea

Runes of the Grendel Root

Mike Shea

Strixhaven

A Curriculum of Chaos

Wizards RPG Team

Return of the Lazy Dungeon Master

None

Mike Shea

Return of the Lazy Dungeon Master

None

Mike Shea

Monster Manual

Various

The 5th Edition Monster Manual is a seminal book in the Dungeons & Dragons series, offering detailed descriptions, stat blocks, and tactics for over 150 different monsters. It includes iconic creatures like dragons, goblins, and orcs, as well as lesser-known entities. The book is praised for its high-quality artwork, meticulous graphic design, and the balance it strikes between lore and mechanical detail. It serves as a valuable resource for Dungeon Masters to create engaging encounters and populate their adventures with a wide variety of fantastical foes.

Player's Handbook

Not specified

Wizards of the Coast

Tales of the Valiant

None

Kobold Press

Dragon age

David Gaider

Level Up: Advanced 5e's Trials and Treasure

None

Various

Level Up: Advanced 5e's Trials and Treasure is a supplement for Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, focusing on providing Dungeon Masters with tools and resources for creating engaging and challenging encounters. It offers a variety of pre-generated encounters, random tables, and guidance on designing custom encounters. The book aims to streamline the encounter-building process, allowing DMs to focus on other aspects of their game. It includes options for different levels and environments, ensuring versatility for various campaigns. Level Up: Advanced 5e's Trials and Treasure is a valuable resource for DMs of all experience levels.

Iron Sworn

Sean Tompkins

Tales of the Valiant Game Master's Guide

Not specified

Mike Shea

Tales of the Valiant Monster Vault

Kobold Press

The Tales of the Valiant Monster Vault is a vital resource for Game Masters of the Tales of the Valiant roleplaying game. It includes more than 400 monsters, creatures, and NPCs, providing a wide range of challenges for players. The volume offers detailed descriptions and statistics for each entry, as well as guidance on how to integrate these monsters into game encounters. Available in both hardcover and PDF formats, this book is essential for enhancing the gaming experience with diverse and engaging adversaries.

Forge of Foes

Scott Gray

Teos Abadia

Player's Guide for Tales of the Valiant

Kobold Press

Tales of the Valiant

None

Kobold Press

Return of the Lazy Dungeon Master

None

Mike Shea

The City of Arches

Mike Shea