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The Obojima Podcast

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May 1, 2025 • 46min

Creating Monster Factions

Can monsters organize? What is the collective goal of a group of monsters?Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writer Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book!Chapters:00:00:00 Can monsters organize?00:05:16 Exploring demon led factions00:15:12 What could they want from spirits?00:30:27 How does the power structure work?Subscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE:https://www.youtube.com/@ObojimaNew to Obojima? Start with Episode One:https://youtu.be/QBe6y27GxPcCatch new episodes of the Obojima Podcast every Thursday.#Obojima #1985Games #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #TTRPG #dnd5e #dndmonsters #dndinspiration #ghibli #studioghibli #zelda #fantasy #dndcharacter #anime #dndcampaign #campaignsetting #worldbuilding Explore Obojima:Join the Obojima Discord HERE:https://discord.gg/yUxNMvN8KSFollow Obojima on Instagram HERE:https://www.instagram.com/obojima/Follow Obojima on Tiktok HERE:https://www.tiktok.com/@obojimaJoin the Obojima Reddit HERE:https://www.reddit.com/r/Obojima/Pre-order Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass HERE: www.obojima.comObojima: Tales From The Tall Grass is a D&D 5e campaign setting inspired by Studio Ghibli and The Legend of Zelda. Supported by over 23,000 backers, our Kickstarter campaign has sparked a thriving Discord community, with even more exciting content on the way!
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Apr 24, 2025 • 48min

Creating Unique Demonology in D&D

What kind of spirit is irredeemably evil? How do you deal with demons in Obojima?Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writer Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book!Chapters:00:00:00 What do we know about demons?00:09:57 The Eye Demon00:18:54 The Suckerfish Demon00:30:56 The Glyph Eater Demon00:34:06 The First Age DemonSubscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@ObojimaNew to Obojima? Start with Episode One: https://youtu.be/QBe6y27GxPcCatch new episodes of the Obojima Podcast every Thursday.#Obojima #1985Games #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #TTRPG #dnd5e #dndmonsters #dndinspiration #ghibli #studioghibli #zelda #fantasy #dndcharacter #anime #dndcampaign #campaignsetting #worldbuilding Explore Obojima:Join the Obojima Discord HERE:https://discord.gg/yUxNMvN8KSFollow Obojima on Instagram HERE:https://www.instagram.com/obojima/Follow Obojima on Tiktok HERE:https://www.tiktok.com/@obojimaJoin the Obojima Reddit HERE:https://www.reddit.com/r/Obojima/Pre-order Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass HERE: www.obojima.comObojima: Tales From The Tall Grass is a D&D 5e campaign setting inspired by Studio Ghibli and The Legend of Zelda. Supported by over 23,000 backers, our Kickstarter campaign has sparked a thriving Discord community, with even more exciting content on the way!
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Apr 17, 2025 • 46min

Bringing Modern Tech to D&D

The hosts dive into the whimsical integration of modern tech into the enchanting world of Obojima. They brainstorm how nostalgic items, like cassette players and magical torches, can enhance gameplay. The discussion features innovative uses for everyday objects, such as cameras that reveal alternate realms and creatively designed trail markers. Plus, they explore the fascinating connection between spirits and technology, revealing how ethereal beings might inhabit everyday devices, enriching storytelling and gameplay.
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Apr 10, 2025 • 52min

Making Chase Scenes Fun

We've all played a boring TTRPG chase scene. What steps can we take to make it more engaging?Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writer Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book!Chapters:00:00:00 How do chase scenes normally work?00:13:28 How could chases be more fun?00:19:07 Exploring the small dice system00:34:48 How do you create interesting chases?Subscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@ObojimaNew to Obojima? Start with Episode One: https://youtu.be/QBe6y27GxPcCatch new episodes of the Obojima Podcast every Thursday.#Obojima #1985Games #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #TTRPG #dnd5e #dndmonsters #dndinspiration #ghibli #studioghibli #zelda #fantasy #dndcharacter #anime #dndcampaign #campaignsetting #worldbuilding Explore Obojima:Join the Obojima Discord HERE: https://discord.gg/yUxNMvN8KSFollow Obojima on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/obojima/Follow Obojima on Tiktok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@obojimaJoin the Obojima Reddit HERE: https://www.reddit.com/r/Obojima/Pre-order Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass HERE: www.obojima.comObojima: Tales From The Tall Grass is a D&D 5e campaign setting inspired by Studio Ghibli and The Legend of Zelda. Supported by over 23,000 backers, our Kickstarter campaign has sparked a thriving Discord community, with even more exciting content on the way!
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Apr 3, 2025 • 46min

Creating Spells from your World

How do you make a spell feel in-world? What would you consider a non-Obojima spell?Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book!Chapters:00:00:00 Where do Obojima spells come from?00:03:10 New Spell- Stop Sign00:06:47 New Spell- Rubbage00:14:09 The Fish Swarm Spell00:20:33 Creating Spells around First-Age Tech00:31:58 Using Spells on SpiritsSubscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@ObojimaNew to Obojima? Start with Episode One: https://youtu.be/QBe6y27GxPcCatch new episodes of the Obojima Podcast every Thursday.#Obojima #1985Games #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #TTRPG #dnd5e #dndmonsters #dndinspiration #ghibli #studioghibli #zelda #fantasy #dndcharacter #anime #dndcampaign #campaignsetting #worldbuilding Explore Obojima:Join the Obojima Discord HERE: https://discord.gg/yUxNMvN8KSFollow Obojima on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/obojima/Follow Obojima on Tiktok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@obojimaJoin the Obojima Reddit HERE: https://www.reddit.com/r/Obojima/Pre-order Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass HERE: www.obojima.comObojima: Tales From The Tall Grass is a D&D 5e campaign setting inspired by Studio Ghibli and The Legend of Zelda. Supported by over 23,000 backers, our Kickstarter campaign has sparked a thriving Discord community, with even more exciting content on the way!
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Mar 27, 2025 • 54min

Creating the Witches Market for D&D

What goods and trinkets lay in the Yatamon witches market? What could the traveling kiosk be selling?Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book!Chapters:00:00:00 What does the market look like?00:13:58 How does it function in-game?00:23:47 What are the Yanari?00:42:42 What other characters are there?Subscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@ObojimaNew to Obojima? Start with Episode One: https://youtu.be/QBe6y27GxPcCatch new episodes of the Obojima Podcast every Thursday.#Obojima #1985Games #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #TTRPG #dnd5e #dndmonsters #dndinspiration #ghibli #studioghibli #zelda #fantasy #dndcharacter #anime #dndcampaign #campaignsetting Explore Obojima:Join the Obojima Discord HERE: https://discord.gg/yUxNMvN8KSFollow Obojima on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/obojima/Follow Obojima on Tiktok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@obojimaJoin the Obojima Reddit HERE: https://www.reddit.com/r/Obojima/Pre-order Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass HERE: www.obojima.comObojima: Tales From The Tall Grass is a D&D 5e campaign setting inspired by Studio Ghibli and The Legend of Zelda. Supported by over 23,000 backers, our Kickstarter campaign has sparked a thriving Discord community, with even more exciting content on the way!
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Mar 20, 2025 • 51min

Making your Locations Mysterious

What mysteries are in an adandoned subway tunnel in a fantasy world? Let's write!Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book!Chapters:00:00:00 What is the Yatamon Subway00:03:18 What is down in the tunnels?00:15:33 What dangers are in the subway?00:30:03 Is it magical?Subscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE:https://www.youtube.com/@ObojimaNew to Obojima? Start with Episode One:https://youtu.be/QBe6y27GxPcCatch new episodes of the Obojima Podcast every Thursday.#Obojima #1985Games #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #TTRPG #dnd5e #dndmonsters #dndinspiration #ghibli #studioghibli #zelda #fantasy #dndcharacter #anime #dndcampaign #campaignsetting Explore Obojima:Join the Obojima Discord HERE: https://discord.gg/yUxNMvN8KSFollow Obojima on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/obojima/Follow Obojima on Tiktok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@obojimaJoin the Obojima Reddit HERE: https://www.reddit.com/r/Obojima/Pre-order Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass HERE: www.obojima.comObojima: Tales From The Tall Grass is a D&D 5e campaign setting inspired by Studio Ghibli and The Legend of Zelda. Supported by over 23,000 backers, our Kickstarter campaign has sparked a thriving Discord community, with even more exciting content on the way!
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Mar 13, 2025 • 56min

Creating Neighborhoods for a Fantasy City

What neighborhoods exist in an urban fantasy setting? How does the city function?Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book!Chapters:00:00 What is missing from our city?10:03 How is the city laid out?17:36 What is the culture like?33:04 What threats are in town?Subscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE:https://www.youtube.com/@ObojimaNew to Obojima? Start with Episode One:https://youtu.be/QBe6y27GxPcCatch new episodes of the Obojima Podcast every Thursday.#Obojima #1985Games #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #TTRPG #dnd5e #dndmonsters #dndinspiration #ghibli #studioghibli #zelda #fantasy #dndcharacter #anime #dndcampaign #campaignsetting Explore Obojima:Join the Obojima Discord HERE: https://discord.gg/yUxNMvN8KSFollow Obojima on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/obojima/Follow Obojima on Tiktok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@obojimaJoin the Obojima Reddit HERE: https://www.reddit.com/r/Obojima/Pre-order Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass HERE: www.obojima.comObojima: Tales From The Tall Grass is a D&D 5e campaign setting inspired by Studio Ghibli and The Legend of Zelda. Supported by over 23,000 backers, our Kickstarter campaign has sparked a thriving Discord community, with even more exciting content on the way!
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Mar 6, 2025 • 1h 2min

Why D&D? Obojima Q&A

Join us for a very special 50th podcast episode! Today we reflect on one year of podcasting and our work on Obojima. We also answer your discord questions!Also don't forget to check your local game store to see if they participate in Free RPG Day, where you can play a new Obojima adventure!https://freerpgday.com/Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book!Chapters:00:00:00 Reflecting on Book 100:14:07 More Spirit Realm?00:22:14 Artificers?00:23:36 Why D&D?00:28:55 Any plans to port Obojima?00:29:54 Cut content?00:40:22 Clerics?00:57:21 Future Plans for ObojimaSubscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@ObojimaNew to Obojima? Start with Episode One: https://youtu.be/QBe6y27GxPcCatch new episodes of the Obojima Podcast every Thursday.#Obojima #1985Games #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #TTRPG #dnd5e #dndmonsters #dndinspiration #ghibli #studioghibli #zelda #fantasy #dndcharacter #anime #dndcampaign #campaignsetting Explore Obojima:Join the Obojima Discord HERE: https://discord.gg/yUxNMvN8KSFollow Obojima on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/obojima/Follow Obojima on Tiktok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@obojimaJoin the Obojima Reddit HERE: https://www.reddit.com/r/Obojima/Pre-order Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass HERE: www.obojima.comObojima: Tales From The Tall Grass is a D&D 5e campaign setting inspired by Studio Ghibli and The Legend of Zelda. Supported by over 23,000 backers, our Kickstarter campaign has sparked a thriving Discord community, with even more exciting content on the way!
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Feb 27, 2025 • 50min

Creating NPC's that you're party LOVES

How do you make your favorite npc's compelling enough that players want to see more? Should they be heroes or villians?Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book!Subscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@ObojimaNew to Obojima? Start with Episode One: https://youtu.be/QBe6y27GxPcCatch new episodes of the Obojima Podcast every Thursday.#Obojima #1985Games #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #TTRPG #dnd5e #dndmonsters #dndinspiration #ghibli #studioghibli #zelda #fantasy #dndcharacter #anime #dndcampaign #campaignsetting Explore Obojima:Join the Obojima Discord HERE: https://discord.gg/yUxNMvN8KSFollow Obojima on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/obojima/Follow Obojima on Tiktok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@obojimaJoin the Obojima Reddit HERE: https://www.reddit.com/r/Obojima/Pre-order Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass HERE: www.obojima.comObojima: Tales From The Tall Grass is a D&D 5e campaign setting inspired by Studio Ghibli and The Legend of Zelda. Supported by over 23,000 backers, our Kickstarter campaign has sparked a thriving Discord community, with even more exciting content on the way!

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