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

In this podcast, the hosts cover a range of interesting topics such as DM tips, Kickstarter campaigns for D&D, creating challenging environments for players, and using virtual tabletop backdrops. They also discuss favorite elements from the 'Descent into Avernus' adventure module.

The host discusses their experience running a Shadowdark RPG campaign and the benefits of being a patron. They explore the randomness in the mechanics of Shadow Dark. The characters venture into a dangerous dungeon filled with cultists and mysterious creatures. They discuss the impact of player numbers on gameplay and design traps. They discuss the logistics of the party's journey and hex crawling. The speaker discusses preparations and options for the next adventures.

Discussion on upcoming player's handbook playtest, counter spell mechanics in D&D 5e and Level Up Advanced 5e, NPC portraits in tabletop RPGs, Demiplane web-based tool, publishers on Demiplane, using ability checks in RPGs, comparing Baldur's Gate 3 to D&D.

Discussion of running a Shadow Dark RPG campaign, incorporating a narrative involving the marrow fiend. Adjustments and reflections on GMing style. Ideas and house rules for the game, including designing dungeons and character descriptions. Preparing for the game by deciding enemy levels and making final preparations.

Topics covered include the mustache bow and Weapons of Legend Kickstarter projects, inmates on death row playing D&D, the decline of a Star Wars online game, a short adventure called Tomb of the Red Headsman, engaging players and setting up RPGs, player roles and delegating tasks.

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

In this podcast, Mike prepares for the final game in the Scarlet Citadel campaign and shares tips for running it. The lack of escalation and verticality in the adventure is discussed, as well as the lengthy descriptions and lack of motivation in the book. The finale sees the characters defeating the Malevolent Void with the help of a pit fiend. The podcast concludes with the hosts discussing the conclusion of the campaign and introducing their new Shadow Dark RPG.

This episode of the podcast covers topics like the Baldur's Gate gazetteer, a spotlight on Big B's presents Glory of the Giants, and Adventure Crucible for stronger scenarios in RPGs. They also discuss buying books and new releases, along with insights into different adventure scenarios and fostering player engagement.

The speaker prepares for their Shadow Dark RPG campaign and discusses the campaign setting of 'The Gloaming'. They delve into the setting and motivations of the Shadowdark RPG game, as well as a specific scenario involving the recovery of a hostage from the Redthorn Bandits. They explore the tower layout, discuss encounters and obstacles, and express anticipation for the session zero of the Shadowdark RPG.

Mike Shea of slyflourish.com discusses D&D news, including WOTC revisiting old settings and Tal'dorei reborn on D&D Beyond. They also talk about having a diverse collection of maps, running a fun game with balanced roleplay, exploration, and combat, and managing adventure pacing and length.