
Dungeon Master of None
A general interest podcast for fans of Dungeons and Dragons and RPGs
Latest episodes

Aug 13, 2019 • 1h 10min
Ep 85: DM Tips from Dungeon World
As part of our quest to steal advice from every RPG ever published, DMs Rob and Matt discuss Dungeon World by Sage LaTorra and Adam Koebel. Dungeon World has a great description of how RPGs work and some excellent tips you can use in games run in any system. Stay tuned for the mailbag and the return of "Real or Woe!" Letters: Jason asks: "Can I get a preview copy of the Actual Prep adventure?" Nick asks: "How can I role-play a Kenku without being annoying?" Vic asks: "Here are some logical rules for different spell-casting stats for the various Warlock patrons. Also, should I remove the ability score requirements for multi-classing?" Douglas asks: "What advice do you have for running a one-on-one play?" Links: Dungeon World The Dungeon World SRD Music: Pac Div - Roll the Dice New Order - Blue Monday Lowland Hum - In the Garage Grover Washington Jr. - Just the Two of Us Motörhead - The Game

Aug 9, 2019 • 1h 26min
Ep 84: 2 Path 2 Finder
Remember Pathfinder? It's back, in pog form! DMs Matt and Rob review the brand new 2nd edition rules of the Pathfinder Role-Playing Game. Music: Pac Div - Roll the Dice Dua Lipa - New Rules Roxy Music - Editions of You

Jul 31, 2019 • 1h 4min
Ep 83: Worldbuilding - Technology
Technology. What is it? Dungeon Masters Rob and Matt discuss how to think about and deploy technology in your own campaign worlds. Then, it's the firearms debate to end all firearms debates. Letters: Gerard writes - "Are the DMoNs fans of Baldur's Gate?" John writes - "Here's a great way to present the confusing one-spell-a-round rule to new players!" Don't forget to call in to the DUNGEON MASTER HOTLINE: (774) 203-4629! Music: Pac Div - Roll the Dice Marilyn Manson - Killing Strangers

Jul 22, 2019 • 1h 15min
Ep 82: Anyone Can DM
DMs Matt and Rob discuss the basics of what a Dungeon Master is and what a Dungeon Master does. Today, we review the DM advice presented in the 5e D&D Essentials Kit. But first, a game of "Weal or Woe," in which, Rob has to guess whether the RPG product is real or fake! Matt and Rob discuss the roles presented in the Essentials Kit: referee, storyteller, and role-player. They break down the core mechanics and goals of any Dungeon Master. Conclusion: Anyone can DM! Letters: Dalton asks: "Do I need a wizard in my party?" Adam writes: "Aren't there times when it is good to hide your DM dice rolls?" Alexander writes: "Where are my half-feats?" Links: Matt's Homebrew Half-Feat Rules Music: Pac Div - Roll the Dice BTS (featuring Hasley) - Boy with Luv Weezer - In the Garage

Jul 18, 2019 • 55min
Ep 81: Dungeon Master Book Club - Black Leopard, Red Wolf
Welcome to our first Dungeon Master Book Club! DMs Matt and Rob discuss Marlon James' Black Leopard, Red Wolf. Listen in for some great inspirational storytelling and ideas for monsters, NPCs, and fantastical magic! Links: Black Leopard, Red Wolf by Marlon James Letters: Dan writes: You forgot about Earthsea's sexual peaches! Michael writes: I love the Genesys system. Do you have tips for running with only two players? Music: Pac Div - Roll the Dice Damian Marley - Welcome to Jamrock

Jul 11, 2019 • 59min
Ep 80: Greyhawk!
Special guest Andy is back to talk about the first Dungeons and Dragons campaign setting: Greyhawk! We delve into the history of Greyhawk's design, discuss what makes Oerth unique, and share our favorite things for you to pilfer from Flanaess for your own campaign worlds. Links: Anna B. Meyer's Greyhawk Cartography Return to the Temple of Elemental Evil by Monte Cook David Howery's adventures in Dungeon Magazine #15, #22, #30, and #32 DA Series of Adventures Music: Pac Div - Roll the Dice Drake - Started from the Bottom Clap Your Hands Say Yeah - Satan Said Dance Duran Duran - The Wild Boys

Jul 3, 2019 • 1h 4min
Ep 79: Actual Prep - Writing an Adventure
DM Matt goes solo! He walks you through his process of writing an adventure in under an hour. Inspired by the image below and Tremors, Matt creates a village and monster for you to steal!

Jun 26, 2019 • 54min
Ep 78: Penny Arcade Dreadful
DMs Rob and Matt take a look at the Wizards of the Coast and Penny Arcade crossover hardcover for 5th edition Dungeons and Dragons. TL;DL Jerry Holkins is the Andy Borowitz of fantasy comedy writing. Music: Pac Div - Roll the Dice Lana Del Ray, Club Clique - Video Games (Remix)

Jun 20, 2019 • 48min
Ep 77: How to Be Elves Real Good
It's a Mailbag of Holding! Send us your letters at dmofnone@gmail.com and voicemails at (774) 203-4629! Here we go! Letters: Bryan writes: Earthsea is great! The Sword of Truth does not depict BDSM and it also sucks. Rob writes: Gnomes in SPAAACE! Gnomes should be an evil GnomeCorp with a Blue/Orange morality! Evan writes: What is the rule that prevents you from casting more than one spell a turn? Darrin writes: The Public Medievalist has podcast! Dalton writes: How do I build a RPG community in a small town? Our first caller asks: How do you handle a new player who want to play one of the classes with most bookkeeping? Abstract Figure writes: The film version of The Road is great! Also, where can I find a copy of Cinderblock Sally's rockin' cover of "Critical Hit?" Ellery writes: Do y'all need collaborators, editors, of playtesters? Music: Pac Div - Roll the Dice Mötley Crüe - Public Enemy #1 Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds - Red Right Hand

Jun 13, 2019 • 1h 17min
Ep 76: Worldbuilding Species
Are there gnomes on the sun? DMs Matt and Rob discuss strategies for incorporating the standard Dungeons and Dragons species into your campaign worlds. Music: Pac Div - Roll the Dice Brad Neely - Cat People