Taking 20 Podcast

It is easy to lose heart when you see these amazing DMs that put out content.  However, in this episode, there is a single piece of advice that can help you improve as a DM and to make everything that’s part of your campaign even better.   #pf2e #Pathfinder #gmtips #dmtips #dnd #JustOneThing

Do you love the thrill of a critical hit or the agony of a critical fumble? Ever wanted to add more drama and excitement to your tabletop RPG combat?  In this episode we dive deep into the world of critical hit and miss tables and decks. We explore the pros and cons, share tips for using them effectively, and discuss how they can impact your game.   #pf2e #Pathfinder #gmtips #dmtips #dnd #criticalhit #criticalmiss

There are adventure designers and ADVENTURE DESIGNERS.  Tom Robinson is definitely the latter, being one of the first authors named as an Infinite Master, an invitation-only group of designers curated by Paizo.  In this episode he gives some tips for publishing adventures and valuable tips for newer players and GMs alike.   Thank you so much to Tom for being so generous with his time and expertise!   Tom's new adventure, Harvest of Shadows is available for $4.99 at https://www.pathfinderinfinite.com/product/497437/Harvest-Of-Shadows-A-Pathfinder-Second-Edition-Autumn-Harvest-Adventure   #pf2e #dnd #paizo #infinitemaster #RPG #designtips

Do you ever struggle to create compelling adventures for your RPG group?  I know I have in the past until I embraced the simple tip:  “write what you know”.  But what does that even mean?  Tune in and find out.   #pf2e #Pathfinder #gmtips #dmtips #dnd #writingtips #writewhatyouknow

Ben Robbins, a key figure in the West Marches tabletop RPG community, shares his insights on innovative campaign design. He discusses how West Marches campaigns prioritize player agency and exploratory gameplay, allowing players to shape their own quests. The conversation dives into practical tips for game masters on balancing cooperation and competition while enhancing player engagement. Robbins emphasizes the effectiveness of rumors and player-created maps to foster collaboration and adventure in this dynamic tabletop experience.

Running long campaigns requires a different focus than running short adventures or one shots.  Each has their own challenges but trying to run one the same way you run the other will lead to burnout or a disastrous disconnected adventure.  In this episode I discuss the difference between these two types of adventures and how GMs must change their tactics to maximize their chance to run a successful game.   #pf2e #Pathfinder #gmtips #dmtips #dnd #campaigns Resources: Roll 4 Initiative - Digital or Physical? Best Ways to Take Notes in D&D https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bJepWSFoxg Roll 4 Initiative - GM Diary - Note Taking https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PZIMf4r_PM8 Roll 4 Initiative - Note-Taking Tips for TTRPG Players https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vhocTIb58hM

Sometimes the hardest monster to defeat in RPGs is the calendar.  It’s hard to schedule games when the real world gets in the way.  In this episode I give you some tips and some decisions you can make ahead of time to make it more likely that you’ll get to the gaming table   #pf2e #Pathfinder #gmtips #dmtips #dnd #scheduling   Resources: Reddit post from 2018 from /u/iamnotasloth:  https://www.reddit.com/r/rpg/comments/b1h1f2/how_to_fit_rpgs_into_your_schedule_as_an_adult/   Morris’ Unofficial Tabletop RPG Talk, episode #273 https://morrus.podbean.com/e/273-the-lostigistics-of-organizing-an-rpg-game/

Villains can be simple and driven by basic desires like power or money but I believe villains are better when they have understandable motivations and backstory.  In this episode I talk about some examples of villains and why they became what they are.   #pf2e #Pathfinder #gmtips #dmtips #dnd #villains

Our characters are good at certain things:  probably stabbing stuff, identifying magic items, discerning which berries are safe to eat and which ones will make you obliterate your large intestine.  Meanwhile our players are probably good at making characters, wiping out a bowl of popcorn and making fart jokes.  In this episode I encourage DMs to remember the difference between players and characters and not to punish characters for a player’s shortcomings.   #pf2e #Pathfinder #gmtips #dmtips #dnd

The Pathfinder 2e Player Core 2 book released August 1st.  There’s a lot of information  contained within these 322 pages but, is the information useful?  Should you go out and buy it?  Tune in to find out.   #pf2e #Pathfinder #gmtips #PlayerCore2   Resources: The Rules Lawyer:  https://www.youtube.com/@TheRulesLawyerRPG Bad Luck Gamer:  https://www.youtube.com/@theebadluckgamer