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

Mike prepares for his Shadowdark RPG campaign, the Gloaming! Shadowdark RPG Campaign Notebook available to Sly Flourish patrons Visit the Sly Flourish Blog Subscribe to the Sly Flourish Newsletter Support Sly Flourish on Patreon Buy Sly Flourish Books Shadowdark RPG Cursed Scroll 1 Dyson Maps

Discussions on D&D 2024 core book release dates, Roll20 support, Humblewood on D&D Beyond. Tips on different DM steps, Shadowed Keep campaign, and favorite RPG mechanics. Plus insights on labeling new D&D books, timeless RPG articles, adapting game steps, and custom character classes in D&D.

Discussion about ongoing campaign, challenging session, overcoming obstacles, opening a portal to another world, speculation on the role of a herald, commercially available maps and customization, discussion on location and artifacts.

Topics discussed in this podcast include one-on-one tabletop role-playing games, the Crown and Skull RPG mechanics, the beauty and design of a physical book, updates and improvements on the City of Arches Patreon project, using monuments in TTRPGs, and strategies for overcoming writer's block and decision paralysis as a DM.

The podcast discusses the GM's preparations for a dangerous situation in the Shadowdark RPG campaign. They explore topics such as old tombs, artifacts, air elementals, and potential solutions. The group also discusses escaping danger, opening portals to other worlds, and introducing new characters. They delve into the secret camp of desert elves, a magical pyre, and the impending arrival of a destructive phoenix. The chapter also covers the GM's approach to prep, including randomly rolled locations and possible scenes. Lastly, they delve into the history of surreal elves and promote Sly Flourish.

This podcast discusses the release of D&D material on Foundry, debunks claims about D&D Beyond killing 5e, discusses the rise of D&D online tools and the positive reception of non-WATSI options in D&D, explores different approaches to designing and customizing monster stat blocks, and explores tying characters to factions for continuity in Shadow Dark.

Preparations for the Shadowdark RPG campaign, reflections on losses from previous session, exploring the Tomb of Kithyros, and discussion of a deadly trapped treasure chamber.

Discussion on tabletop RPG tips inspired by playing Baldur's Gate 3, including Kickstarter campaigns and optional lore. Exploration of Qbocal 7's crafting and alchemy books for 5th edition and the concept of making lore optional in RPGs. The chapter explores immersive storytelling and lore in tabletop RPGs, the exploration of new RPGs, augmenting spell effects and potion use inspired by Baldur's Gate 3, managing rests and supplies in the game, and maintaining DM agency through minimal lore.

In this podcast, Mike discusses the 'Forge of Foes' book and its advantages in building and running monsters for 5e RPG. He explores the book's structure, quick monster builder, and monster powers. The chapter also covers topics like monster advice, alternative encounter building, and monsters by adventure location. The hosts delve into the balance between mechanics and story, breaking stereotypes in RPGs, and anti-colonial play. They offer strategies for running monsters, enhancing gameplay, and making the game more interesting.

Discussion on 5e compatibility in RPGs and the benefits of ordering multiple hardcover books. Highlights of a book's content and the excitement for GM guides for 5e. Exploring Level Up Advanced 5e Kickstarter and understanding the significance of 5e in tabletop RPGs. Designing dungeons with less combat and focusing on interactive elements. Handling recaps and initiating combat at the table.