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How Not to Dungeon Master

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Jun 29, 2022 • 43min

JR of The Roll of Cool

JR is an awesome DM of an all Filipino show, Roll of Cool! JR and his friends are playing a game heavily inspired by Hitpoint Press’s “The Islands of Sina Una”, a D&D setting for the pre-colonial Philippines! JR and crew spend a ton of time fine tuning and editing their show for the best quality possible. JR also manages the team that help produce HN2DM!Guest LinksT4C YouTubeT4C TwitterHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Cobblepath GamesPodcasteditors.online and Videoeditors.onlineAffiliate LinksHero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
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Jun 22, 2022 • 48min

Cassi Mothwin, Author of "What Crooked Roots"

Cassi Mothwin, known as Countess Cassi online, is a DM, streamer, horror enthusiast, and tabletop game designer! She’s released an awesome supplement called “What Crooked Roots” which I have used in my own home game!Cassi is also hard at work on another supplement called “Clean Spirit”, meant to be a one shot or good mid campaign break for your players. It should be out soon, go follow her for updates!Guest LinksCassi's TwitterCassi's LinksBuy "What Crooked Roots"How Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Podcasteditors.online and Videoeditors.onlineParty Advantage WebsiteAffiliate LinksHero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
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Jun 15, 2022 • 47min

Skald of Shenanigans

Skald of Shenanigans, or simply “Skald”, has been creating supplements for games since 2021 and specializes in creative traps and puzzles for different game environments. I’ve bought and used Skald’s puzzles in my home game and enjoyed them so much I knew I wanted to chat with her about them! Guest LinksSkald's Ko-Fi Page - Trap and Puzzle SupplementsSkald's TwitterAwfully Queer Heroes TwitterHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!All Flex, No DexPodcasteditors.online and Videoeditors.onlineGeektown PodcastAffiliate LinksHero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
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Jun 8, 2022 • 60min

Dylan and Aram from Kill Every Monster

Dylan and Aram have been working together since late summer 2021 on their show Kill Every Monster, a creative hybrid of TTRPG discussion and Actual Play podcast that dives deep into an entry from the 5e Monster Manual with a new guest each time.They talk about what they like and dislike about the monster in question, how they might run it in a game, and then spend the second half of the show roleplaying an encounter to show off their ideas! It’s a great resource for any DM to pull from for their own game. Guest LinksKill Every Monster TwitterKill Every Monster WebsiteDylan's TwitterAram's TwitterHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Podcasteditors.online and Videoeditors.onlineAffiliate LinksHero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
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Jun 2, 2022 • 1h 6min

Sara Thompson Designer of the 5e Combat Wheelchair

Sara is one of those game designers who saw a need in D&D for rules to make the game more inclusive and interesting for players when they created the 5e Combat Wheelchair!We chat about where the idea came from, and also where Sara's best inspiration comes from when she's preparing and running games! Check out Sara's rules for the Combat Wheelchair, try them out, and hit up HN2DM and Sara and let us know how the character works for you!Guest LinksSara's LinktreeHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Delve CandlesAffiliate LinksHero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
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May 25, 2022 • 43min

Kat Kruger of D20 Dames and Steampunk Unicorn Studios

Kat Kruger has so many talents, it’s no wonder she took to game design and DMing a podcast so quickly! If you’re in the States, you’re probably familiar with her D&D/Nerds Candy collaboration that hit shelves in summer, 2021. She’s contributed to or written tons of other 5e supplements as well!Kat has also been running the D20 Dames game for almost 5 years, creating an awesome, family friendly show based in a homebrewed Forgotten Realms story.Guest LinksKat's TwitterSteampunk Unicorn StudiosD20 Dames TwitterHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Mannerism RPGAffiliate LinksHero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
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May 18, 2022 • 50min

Mike Shea aka Sly Flourish, Author of "The Lazy Dungeon Master"

Mike Shea, known as Sly Flourish in TTRPG circles, is an incredibly influential author, game designer, blogger, video creator, and much more! Mike's book, "The Lazy Dungeon Master" and "Return of the Lazy Dungeon Master" are regarded as some of the most informative and helpful books for learning to prep for your games. If you have a DM in your life who doesn't have it yet, here's your next present! (links below).Mike and I talked a lot about his philosophies of running games, and also how he got into game design and writing!Guest LinksSly Flourish HomepageSly Flourish's Books on DriveThru RPGHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Fey Earth LinktreeDelve Candles WebsiteAffiliate LinksHero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
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May 11, 2022 • 54min

Will of DnD Shorts

Will of “DnD Shorts” is a self-proclaimed “Covid Generation” D&D player who got his start in March of 2020! With his experience in video content and his passion for creating, he found a niche and has been growing like crazy ever since!Will has some awesome ideas about running games, and also has advice for content creators too! Guest LinksDnD Shorts TikTokDnD Shorts YouTubeDnD Shorts TwitterHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksGemmed Firefly: https://gemmedfirefly.com/collections/dungeon-glitch Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Affiliate LinksHero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
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May 4, 2022 • 48min

Logan Roe of The Mindful Gamer

Logan Roe, known as the Mindful Gamer, has been playing tabletop games since his youth! Recently he’s been a part of a live D&D theater experience, and is running games for his family and friends.  We chat about the stigma behind D&D and gaming in general, his best tips and tricks for running games, and also use the ‘Mr. Roe Method’ to create a menu for an exotic fantasy restaurant! Guest Links@heymrroe Instagram@themindfulgamer InstagramHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Affiliate LinksHero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify
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Apr 27, 2022 • 60min

Mat of the Role Play Chat Podcast

Mat is the host of Role Play Chat, a TTRPG podcast which covers different topics each episode, and lately has been featuring guests from all around the industry to chat about them!I was on Mat’s show a few weeks ago where we chatted about “Social Encounters” which was a lot of fun, and I think we had some great ideas for people to try out. Now, hear from him about his own DMing philisophies and more!Guest LinksRole Play Chat - TwitterRole Play Chat PodcastHow Not to DM LinksHow Not to DM LinktreeSponsor LinksGemmed Firefly: Use Code DRAGON for 15% Off!Affiliate LinksHero ForgeAdventure Dice - Use Code HN2DM for 10% off!DM's GuildDriveThru RPGIntro and Outro by Danijel Zambo, Quickfire Chaos Intro by Exekat - from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Intro License code: V6S3IIRCDBKZA04HOutro License code: E6HIMIAQP22TUA1XQuickfire Chaos Intro License code: 4KHRVTG25QD01LNTQuickfire Chaos Ambience: Arcane AnthemsSupport Danijel Zambo:BandcampSoundcloudSpotify

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