Taking 20 Podcast

Succubi and their lesser known male cousins, the incubi:  devious, corrupting masters of temptation with pleasures of the flesh and mind.  How can a DM use these in a campaign?  How do they fight?  What would my succubus look like?  Tune in and find out!

A good villain can make or break your campaign.  How do you make villains that feel real, are well-rounded, and memorable for your players?  Come on in and take a listen. Edit:  Yes, it's a touch over 20 minutes.  I edited down and edited down and feel like I already cut too much.  I'm asking for your forgiveness for the 24 extra seconds.

Magic items are supposed to be these powerful relics that can make your PCs harder, better, faster, and stronger (we'll miss you Daft Punk).  So why does it feel like most players react with, "Oh, another +1 scimitar."  How do you make magic items feel special in your high-magic or low-magic campaign?

Dive into the world of character roleplay, where creating rich narratives and complex characters can transform your gaming experience. Learn 13 essential tips to add depth, motivations, and flaws to your characters. Discover how embracing these elements enhances storytelling, making interactions more engaging. Explore the importance of character connections and how treating them as friends elevates the game. Plus, find out how Dungeon Masters can inspire player creativity and foster connection!

What is it about ruins that make them so good for DMs and players?  How do ruins come to be?  How can a GM use ruins in a campaign and what are some tips to do so?  Grab your favorite drink and let's talk about it!

Dive into the fascinating world of Beholders, those floating, formidable creatures from Dungeons & Dragons! Discover their unique magical abilities and the tactical paranoia that makes them challenging adversaries. Learn how to creatively integrate them into your campaigns, exploring their strategically designed lairs filled with traps. With the potential for thrilling adventures, this discussion also encourages the customization of various beholder types for a richer gaming experience!

You may have heard the terms "High Magic" and "Low Magic" when describing adventure settings but what does that even mean?  Is LSD involved?  Where would I even score any at 8:33 a.m. on a Sunday?  Good news is that it's just a way of thinking about the prevalence of magic in your campaign.  Just come on in and have a listen.

Once you find a potential DM or players, how do you know they will be the right ones for your game?  How do you know the game will be the right one for you?  In this episode Jeremy discusses questionnaires, interviews, and meetings to find a good match.

Should you use cliffhangers to entice your players?  If so, how and how often?  Fear not.  This short episode has got all of that covered.  Give it a listen and don't forget to subscribe and provide comments and feedback!

Happy Valentine's Day!  The Monster Series resumes this time focusing on those alpha dogs of the necromantic RPG world:  liches.  How do DMs use them in their campaign?  What tactics should they take on the battlefield?  Tune in and find out.