Best Random Encounter Gaming Podcasts (2025)

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329 - Come to the RPGFan Bazaar! 1:02:58

2d ago1:02:58

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On this week's Random Encounter, let's head to the bazaar and see what the RPGFan stall has in stock! First up, Niki is here to chat about Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar. Harvest Moon DS: Grand Bazaar was a beloved entry in this long-running series on the Nintendo DS. Does this remake (with some updated branding) live up to the memories of the orig…

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Window #1: ...But With Cryptids | Playing Agents of O.D.D. 43:51

2d ago43:51

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One week until The Window opens. For now, we meet our agents. We're going weekly again, so check next Monday for ep 2! And stick around after this episode's credits for quite a lot of cut fun bits. Slot machine randomization sound effects by zapsplat.com Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the sh…

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Ghost of Yotei NEW Song of Vengeance Trailer and MORE NEWS!! 41:09

6d ago41:09

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In our 4th episode covering Ghost of Yotei news, we breakdown the NEW Song of Vengeance trailer from Gamescom 2025! Additionally, we look at the official 40 second Yuri trailer and the information update to the PlayStation website. Awesome! Podcast Links Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HfhxtNEWtOAuoYxoPttLf Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com…

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Episode 12: Act II- Main Ally Quests, Part III (NORIO) 58:23

13d ago58:23

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In Episode 12, we discuss all 7 of Norio's quests in Act 2. Podcast Links Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HfhxtNEWtOAuoYxoPttLf Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghost-of-tsushima-yotei-gamecast/id1821084105 Social Media Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/yoteigamecast.bsky.social Gmail: [email protected] Robots R…

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Episode 11: Act II- Main Ally Quests, Part II 1:14:41

14d ago1:14:41

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In Episode 11, we cover all the Tales of Yuna and the next four Masako tales in Act 2. Podcast Links Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HfhxtNEWtOAuoYxoPttLf Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghost-of-tsushima-yotei-gamecast/id1821084105 Social Media Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/yoteigamecast.bsky.social Gmail: ghostofyotei…

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328 - The Phantom X Menace 59:30

16d ago59:30

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On this week's Random Encounter, we're discussing a mobile-based gacha spinoff of a beloved JRPG and a Wii U classic that has finally made its way to a modern console! Persona 5 has more than its share of spinoffs, including Persona 5 Royal, Persona 5 Strikers, Persona 5: Dancing in Starlight, and Persona 5 Tactica, and now there is a new game to a…

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8/8/25 NEW Ghost of Yotei Kusarigama Gameplay Trailer! 21:56

16d ago21:56

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In this special episode, we cover everything that was in the surprise Kusarigama Gameplay Trailer released 8/8/25! Podcast Links Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HfhxtNEWtOAuoYxoPttLf Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghost-of-tsushima-yotei-gamecast/id1821084105 Social Media Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/yoteigamecast.bsk…

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Street Magic with Special Guest Catieosaurus #3 of 3: Sweet City 21:59

17d ago21:59

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In our final episode of I’m Sorry, Did You Say Street Magic with special guest Catieosaurus, the city finally gets a name! We also meet some denizens, head to new areas, and even a Yeti Hut! Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.sho…

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Episode 10: Act II- Main Ally Quests, Part I 1:20:15

21d ago1:20:15

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In Episode 10, we break down all the Act 2 quests for the main story allies Kenji, Sensei Ishikawa, and Yuriko. Podcast Links Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HfhxtNEWtOAuoYxoPttLf Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghost-of-tsushima-yotei-gamecast/id1821084105 Social Media Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/yoteigamecast.bsky.s…

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Episode 9: Act II- Main Story, Part III 1:16:36

1M ago1:16:36

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In Episode 9, we wrap up the Main Story of Act 2 as our heroes retake Castle Shimura! Podcast Links Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HfhxtNEWtOAuoYxoPttLf Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghost-of-tsushima-yotei-gamecast/id1821084105 Social Media Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/yoteigamecast.bsky.social Gmail: ghostofyoteig…

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Street Magic with Special Guest Catieosaurus #2 of 3: Peppitmint Bustleball 19:49

1M ago19:49

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There’s trouble in Sweet City as the sugar supply may not be quite as secure as previously thought! We continue our play through of I’m Sorry, Did You Say Street Magic? Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show Support us on Patreo…

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Episode 8: Act II- Main Story, Part II 1:24:15

1M ago1:24:15

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In Episode 8, we cover the whole Yarikawa questline in Act 2 of The Ghost of Tsushima. Shoutout Yuna and Taka! Podcast Links Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HfhxtNEWtOAuoYxoPttLf Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghost-of-tsushima-yotei-gamecast/id1821084105 Social Media Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/yoteigamecast.bsky.so…

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The Hypothesis: Volume 2, Episode 3 1:42:57

1M ago1:42:57

1:42:57

Hello seekers of knowledge, Here you will find the third installment of Volume 2 of the Hypothesis. Continuing our interview format, this month’s victim is none other than me, your humble narrator. In this recording Sam & Christopher torment me using the self-same questions with which I tortured them. We invite you to compare and contrast our outlo…

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327 - My Kingdom for a Horse (Girl Game) 1:15:08

1M ago1:15:08

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On this week's Random Encounter, we're playing an updated classic, a spin-off of a modern classic, and talking about the weirdest game I have heard of in a long time! First up, Mark is taking off his nostalgia goggles to give the recent remaster of the CRPG classic Neverwinter Nights 2 an updated look! Neverwinter Nights 2: Enhanced Edition follows…

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Episode 7: Act II- Main Story, Part I 1:19:28

1M ago1:19:28

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In Episode 7, we cover the first 3 stand-alone missions of Act 2 in Ghost of Tsushima. They are A New Horizon, A Message in Fire, and Ghosts From the Past. Podcast Links Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HfhxtNEWtOAuoYxoPttLf Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghost-of-tsushima-yotei-gamecast/id1821084105 Social Media Bluesky: h…

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Episode 6: Act I- Mythic Tales, Haikus, Inari Shrines, Pillars of Honor, Random Encounters and Final Notes 1:02:02

1M ago1:02:02

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In Episode 6, we finally wrap-up Act 1 in Ghost of Tsushima by covering the three Mythic Tales, Haikus, Inari Shrines, Pillars of Honor, Random Encounters, and any final notes from playing through Act 1. Podcast Links Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HfhxtNEWtOAuoYxoPttLf Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghost-of-tsushima-yot…

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Street Magic with Special Guest Catieosaurus #1 of 3: Wintery, Cluttered, Ethereal, Joyous 22:17

1M ago22:17

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We're playing I'm Sorry, Did You Say Street Magic with Catieosaurus! Come listen as we build a city together, and meet the lovable Cocoa Carl. Buy our book, The Ultimate Random Encounters Book: bit.ly/RandomBook Find out more about the show at our website: www.vre.show Show pins and more: shop.vre.show Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/VRE Fol…

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Episode 5: Act I- All Side Quests 1:08:48

2M ago1:08:48

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In Episode 5, Andrew covers all the side quests of Act 1 in Ghost of Tsushima. Podcast Links Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HfhxtNEWtOAuoYxoPttLf Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghost-of-tsushima-yotei-gamecast/id1821084105 Social Media Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/yoteigamecast.bsky.social Gmail: ghostofyoteigamecast…

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Secrets of the Yotei 7/10/25 Gameplay Release! 44:54

2M ago44:54

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In this episode, Andrew covers all the hidden secrets and lore from the 7/10/25 Ghost of Yotei Gameplay Release. Podcast Links Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HfhxtNEWtOAuoYxoPttLf Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghost-of-tsushima-yotei-gamecast/id1821084105 Social Media Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/yoteigamecast.bsky.…

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7/10/25 YOTEI GAMEPLAY RELEASE!!! 1:01:58

2M ago1:01:58

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Emergency episode covering the 7/10/25 Ghost of Yotei Gameplay Release! Podcast Links Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HfhxtNEWtOAuoYxoPttLf Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghost-of-tsushima-yotei-gamecast/id1821084105 Social Media Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/yoteigamecast.bsky.social Gmail: ghostofyoteigamecast@gmail.…

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Random Encounters: The Secret to Effortless GMing | Wizards of Eem EP012 18:41

2M ago18:41

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Send us a text Random encounters aren’t just filler—they add depth, immersion, and flexibility to your tabletop roleplaying games! Whether you're running a sandbox campaign or following a published adventure, random encounters provide the juice for entire sessions, making your world feel alive and unpredictable. In this episode, Ben Costa and James…

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Episode 4: Act I- Main Ally Quests 1:02:01

2M ago1:02:01

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In episode 4, we cover all the quests you can do for your main story allies in Act 1. The quests for the allies are The Tale of Sensei Ishikawa, The Sensei and the Student, The Past Never Passes, The Way of the Bow, The Tale of Lady Masako, The Headman, The Husband, The Traitor, and Servant of the People. Podcast Links Spotify: https://open.spotify…

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The Case for Imbalanced Combat | Wizards of Eem EP011 15:30

2M ago15:30

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Send us a text Wizards of Eem EP011 – The Case for Imbalanced Combat Are you a GM tired of building "perfectly balanced" encounters? In this episode, we explore why Land of Eem embraces unfair fights—and how imbalance leads to better stories. Topics include: Why imbalance creates tension, surprise, and creativity How Land of Eem’s conflict system r…

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Episode 3: Act I- Main Story, Part II 51:17

2M ago51:17

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In Episode 3, we wrap up Act 1's main storyline covering the remaining four quests The Tale of Ryuzo, Hammer and Forge, The Iron Hook, and Infiltrate Castle Kaneda and Save Your Uncle. Podcast Links Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HfhxtNEWtOAuoYxoPttLf Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghost-of-tsushima-yotei-gamecast/id18210…

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Episode 2: Act I- Main Story, Part I 1:11:29

2M ago1:11:29

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This episode will cover some brief historical context, geography, and five main story quests in The Ghost Tsushima's Act I. They are: The Warrior's Code, The Tale of Sensei Ishikawa, The Tale of Lady Masako, The Broken Blacksmith, and the first quest of "Recruit the Straw Hat Ronin", Blood on the Grass. Podcast Links Spotify: https://open.spotify.c…

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326 - Back to Business as Usual 58:19

2M ago58:19

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On this week's Random Encounter, we're back to business as usual! Not-E3 and the release of the Switch 2 hit us like a hammer. But now that things have finally settled down, it's time to chat about some games! First up, Aleks gets a chance to talk up the long-awaited Chapters 3+4 of Toby Fox's follow-up to Undertale, Deltarune! Chapters 1+2 release…

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Violenceball Aftershow 1:24:44

2M ago1:24:44

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It's the aftershow! We talk about the randomization that went into this season, and we even talk to Land of Eem creators Ben Costa & James Parks! Come find out what all the Mootlings' federal crimes were! Check out the Land of Eem: Beginners RPG for Kids + Underlands Expansion Kickstarter running NOW! Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Mea…

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The Easiest Way to Run TTRPGs for Kids | Wizards of Eem EP010 13:27

2M ago13:27

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Send us a text Are you a parent or educator looking to introduce tabletop roleplaying games to kids? TTRPGs aren’t just fun—they build social skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities while keeping kids off screens! As new dads, Ben Costa and James Parks wanted to create an RPG that kids can pick up and play without the complexity of tradit…

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The Hypothesis: Volume 2, Episode 2 59:15

2M ago59:15

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Hello seekers of knowledge, We again apologize for the untimely unseemly delay in launching this our latest episode. We continue to stumble into a web of technical snares. Due to these seemingly insurmountable obstacles, we are reverting to audio only for the time being. Volume 2 Sam and Luke are way behind on their game design writing, if you hadn…

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We Failed Every Roll…and it was GLORIOUS | Wizards of Eem EP009 16:57

2M ago16:57

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Send us a text We Failed Every Roll... and It Was GLORIOUS | Wizards of Eem EP009 June 20, 2025 | Actual Play Tips & GM Advice In this episode of the Wizards of Eem podcast, we explore one of the most powerful storytelling tools in tabletop RPGs: failure. Join us as we break down the Land of Eem’s unique dice system and the mechanics that make fail…

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Episode 1: EPIC Game Prologue and Historical Introduction 38:48

2M ago38:48

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In the first episode, we run through Ghost of Tsushima's epic opening Prologue and compliment it with some historical context. Podcast Links Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HfhxtNEWtOAuoYxoPttLf Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghost-of-tsushima-yotei-gamecast/id1821084105 Social Media Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/yotei…

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Episode 0: Welcome to The Ghost of Tsushima/Yotei Gamecast! 2:15

2M ago2:15

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Welcome to The Ghost of Tsushima/Yotei Gamecast! Hosted by Historian Andrew Zink, this trailer is a brief introduction to the podcast. Podcast Links Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HfhxtNEWtOAuoYxoPttLf Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghost-of-tsushima-yotei-gamecast/id1821084105 Social Media Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profi…

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325 - Time for a Switch 2! 1:09:09

2M ago1:09:09

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On this week's Random Encounter, we've finally recovered from Not-E3, so now it's time to talk about the Switch 2! Nintendo's long-awaited follow-up to the Switch has finally released and, surprise, it's still the Switch! The Nintendo Switch 2 is burning up the sales charts and already consuming countless hours of folks' time. That said, there has …

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Violenceball #31: To Live and Die Again [Finale] 53:34

2M ago53:34

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With the field itself obliterated, can the game even continue? Will the Mootlings achieve victory, and if so will their new law change the face of Eem? Will Busterribs "Gollum it?" Find out in the FINALE of Violenceball in the Land of Eem. Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.mea…

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324 - Not-E3 2025 Extravaganza! 2:00:24

3M ago2:00:24

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On this week's Random Encounter, the Summer Game Fest (AKA Not-E3) season is officially upon us! For video game fans, this period is like early Christmas. With nonstop gaming announcements, there is something for everyone! This week, our panel has been working hard keeping up with all the major events, so it's time to share our favourite games from…

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Violenceball #30: Vs The Crumblemire Consortium 50:24

3M ago50:24

50:24

This is it. The final game of the Xtreme Xaltation has arrived. Can The Mootlings triumph against the Consortium’s roster of the best players Violenceball has ever seen? The song referenced towards the end of this episode is River and Dale by Chuck Ragan Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro…

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323 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Spoilercast 2:15:54

3M ago2:15:54

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On this week’s episode of Random Encounter, we’re doing a deep dive into the game everyone is talking about: Sandfall Interactive's Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. In this lengthy, full-blown spoilercast, we chat about the beautiful music, the combat, the story, and argue about who loves Esquie the most. Does the panel adore the game as much as the ho…

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Unleash Dynamic Monsters: How to Make Engaging Creatures | Wizards of Eem EP008 14:19

3M ago14:19

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Send us a text Unleash Dynamic Monsters: How to Make Engaging Creatures for TTRPGs In this episode of Wizards of Eem, we explore how to create truly memorable monster encounters in your tabletop RPG sessions. Monsters shouldn't just be bags of hit points—they can be fully realized characters that shape your story in unexpected ways. We cover how to…

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Violenceball #29: Third Stringers 46:44

3M ago46:44

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It's the first of possibly two matches for the X-Treme X-Altation! But that doesn't look like the REAL Crumblemire Consortium lineup. Can the Mootlings foil the Consortium coaches' plot AND win a game against these pretenders without giving away their newfound immunity to mind control? Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media,…

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Why Adventures Fall Flat (And How to Fix Them) | Wizards of Eem EP007 14:14

4M ago14:14

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Send us a text Struggling to Hook Your Players? 4 Keys to Better RPG Adventures | Wizards of Eem Podcast Do your RPG sessions fall flat? Are players ignoring your carefully planned quests? In this episode of Wizards of Eem, we reveal the four essential elements that make any tabletop RPG adventure instantly more engaging—no matter the system you pl…

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BBEG and Other Letters: A Villainous chat about the bad guys. 59:14

4M ago59:14

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Send us a text Greetings adventurers! Welcome to The Crithalla Podcast, and welcome back to another edition of DMs Discuss. Do you like bad guys? You know the antagonists of the story? Ne'er-do-wells, do no goods and all around vile villainous villains? If so, what is wrong with you? You should want to be the very best, strive to be heroic and figh…

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The Hypothesis: Volume 2, Episode 1 1:18:17

4M ago1:18:17

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Hello my seekers of knowledge, We apologize for the untimely unseemly delay in launching this our latest episode. Volume 2 Sam and Luke are way behind on their game design writing, if you hadn’t noticed. So for Volume 2 of our Hypothesis, Christopher and I decided to change the format of the podcast. For this volume, we shift to an interview format…

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