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Posted every two weeks, this podcast looks at different aspects for RPG play and design. The hosts - a father/daughter team - then discuss how their RPG system will handle the topic in question. Episodes are ordered by the alphabet, so the first three episodes are Armor, Blood of Heroes, and Character Creation.
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Welcome to SideQuests, your high octane distraction from those other podcasts. We're a pen and paper RPG audio show featuring chatter about rules and how to master them, epic worldbuilding, player investment, and interviews with the people who make the games you love.Listen in as we trade tabletop war stories, make judgement calls on odd situations, and do everything we can to give you more RPG resources than you could dream of--all from a simple Sidequest!
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast In this episode of The Paladins of Podcast, Rob and Mike sit down with Amber, aka Mythril, from The Storyteller’s Tale! We dive into the origins of her storytelling troupe, how it all began, and the journey that transformed it into the engaging and immersive show it is today. From character-driven narratives to behin…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast In this episode of The Paladins of Podcast, Rob and Mike welcome the one and only Killer DM to the show! Known for his high-stakes, game-show-style podcast, Killer DM takes us behind the curtain of his ambitious 100-player challenge—where small groups battled through elimination brackets in a test of strategy, skill,…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast In this episode of SideQuests, Rob and Mike chat with Chris, the founder of Rogue Game Masters, a groundbreaking website designed to connect players with local game masters and groups. Chris shares the vision behind promoting paid game mastering while strengthening local economies. From meetups in pubs and breweries …
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Rob and Mike sit down with Marcin, the Architect GM, to explore the art of worldbuilding, crafting immersive maps, and running unforgettable high-level adventures. From one-shots to full-blown campaigns, we discuss how to keep the magic alive—even during the dreaded experience point slog. Marcin shares his strategies…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast In this episode of SideQuests, Rob and Mike—your trusty Paladins of Podcast—welcome the Inked GM to the show! With years of experience running unforgettable TTRPG campaigns, the Inked GM shares his passion for the tabletop gaming community. We also dive into his partnership with Rogue DM’s, a platform dedicated to co…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Get ready to laugh until you level up! On this episode of SideQuests, The Paladins of Podcast, Rob and Mike, are joined by the uproariously talented SideQuest Improv Comedy Troupe from across the pond. They take us behind the curtain to share what goes into their hilarious live shows, how they craft their on-the-spot…
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Rolling Dice with the Next Generation with Gamemaster Mom
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast This week on SideQuests, The Paladins of Podcast, Rob and Mike, welcome a very special guest: Nicole, the Gamemaster Mom! Nicole has been hard at work crafting fun and accessible RPG content designed to introduce young children to the imaginative world of tabletop role-playing games. In this episode, we explore how N…
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Talking with John from Tale of the Manticore
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Join The Paladins of Podcast, Rob and Mike, on this special episode of SideQuests as they sit down with John, the mastermind behind the solo-live play phenomenon Tale of the Manticore. Together, they dive into the origins of the podcast, the creative challenges of storytelling solo, and how John evolved his productio…
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Unintended Consequences with Calamity Punk
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Mike the Calamity Punk sits down with the Paladins of Podcast to talk about the unintended consequences of player actions, DM decisions, and how they all help shape the world we build for our players. Epic Adventures by OddFish Games, featuring Steve Kellams and Mike Howlett Anime Pulse reviews all types of anime fro…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast We had the absolute pleasure talking with Derek and Kate from Nomnivore games about their thoughts and processes behind doing what they can to increase accessibility in their games. We also all agree on safety tools and how they limit some expression and creative freedoms (hot take spoilers ya'll) Epic Adventures by …
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Rob and Mike sit down with some of the guys from White Carnation Adventuring Group to talk all about their processes, world building, and what it means to be a large team of adventurers working on publishing material and adventures out into the world! Epic Adventures by OddFish Games, featuring Steve Kellams and Mike…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Rob and Mike sit down with a few more experienced individuals as we wrap up our Kickstarter conversation. Epic Adventures by OddFish Games, featuring Steve Kellams and Mike Howlett Anime Pulse reviews all types of anime from Shonin to Romance and anything between . Thanks for tuning in to SideQuests! For more epic ad…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Rob and Mike take a look at the business side of table top role playing games. Epic Adventures by OddFish Games, featuring Steve Kellams and Mike Howlett Anime Pulse reviews all types of anime from Shonin to Romance and anything between . Thanks for tuning in to SideQuests! For more epic adventures, visit our website…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Rob and Mike, the Paladins of Podcast sit down and talk about what resources they utilize to help run their games, keep track of information, and make sure to have everything they need to run a successful short-term game, or long-term campaign. Many of these resources can easily be found online through a quick google…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Today we sit down with quite a few guests who have either worked their magic on kickstarter and have had a successful campaign. We ask question from a perspective of what it takes to plan a successful crowdfunding campaign, as well as how to plan and execute some of the finer details. However we have learned that one…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Today we tackle the idea of improvisation techniques and preparing your games. We also have a few guests, Calamity Punk, and DM Seti join us as we talk about what it takes to prepare for sessions and what we do to help build our improve skills. The audio got a bit splotchy as not everyone's technology was 100%, and i…
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Building Community and TTRPGs as a Creative Outlet
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast In this episode of SideQuests!, Rob and Mike explore the powerful role tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs) play in building vibrant communities, both in person and online. Discover how these games bring people together, fostering creativity and collaboration in ways that extend far beyond the gaming table. Rob and M…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast In this episode of SideQuests!, Rob and Mike, your trusted paladins of podcasting, dive deep into the essential topic of player feedback. Join them as they discuss the best times and methods for gathering player insights to enhance your games, ensuring everyone at the table has an amazing experience. Starting with Se…
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World Building Series 2 - Nomadic Magic
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast In this episode of SideQuests!, we dive deeper into the world we began building in our previous episode. Focusing on one of the two cultures we defined, we start to flesh out the intricacies of how magic influences and operates within our desolate world, reminiscent of the dry, barren landscape of Dark Sun. Drawing i…
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World Building Introduction - Scorched Earth
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast In this exciting episode of SideQuests!, we embark on the creative journey of world building with a focus on the concept of 'Scorched Earth'. We delve into the process of determining the best method for constructing a captivating world: should we start with macro, large-scale ideas and work our way down to the granul…
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Ethical Considerations in Tabletop Gaming
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Today the Paladins of Podcast talk about the Ethical Considerations in the table top gaming space. Mike's bullet points really help us keep track of some of the biggest points within this topic, and we start out with one of the best considerations which is Consent and Safety Tools. While we understand that not all ta…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast The paladins are talking about the hobby space of tabletop role playing games being Mainstream now. From some long-humbled roots in obscurity such as Dungeon Majesty, a televised Public Access late night actual play that set the stage for today's format to WotC's own funded Acquisitions, INC being the groundfloor to …
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast In the latest episode of SideQuests!, Rob and Mike, the intrepid Paladins of Podcast, journey into the creative depths of storytelling with their newest member, Mike. Get ready to uncover the secrets behind Mike's storytelling prowess as he shares insights into his inspirations, creative process, and experiences craf…
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From HeroQuest to Heroic Adventures
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast SideQuests! returns with a revamped lineup, introducing the newest podcast paladin, Mike Taylor (TaylorLyfe). Rob and Mike dive into Mike's intriguing journey from childhood adventures with HeroQuest and comic books to his distinguished military career and, surprisingly, his initial resistance to tabletop roleplaying…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast In this gripping episode, the paladins of podcast, Rob and Eli, are joined by fellow paladins, Lauren and Tucker, to dissect the recent exposé shaking the foundations of tabletop gaming. The spotlight falls on Evil Genius Games, the masterminds behind Everyday Heroes, as a damning article from EnWorld thrusts their b…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Join the Paladins of Podcast Rob and Eli as they embark on another unscripted journey through the realms of gaming. In this episode, they kick back and reminisce about their latest gaming sessions, delving into the highs, lows, and unexpected twists that arose along the way. Dive into the technical side of online gam…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Join the paladins of podcast, Rob and Eli, as they journey through the thrilling tales of their gaming escapades in this week's episode. Eli's party emerges victorious despite unforeseen challenges, while Rob navigates the trials of dungeon mastering with empathy and admiration for his players' ingenuity. In this epi…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Join the intrepid paladins of SideQuests, Podcast Rob and Eli, as they reunite with Paladin Tucker for a deep dive into the intricate world of game mechanics. In this episode, they dissect what makes a good system truly exceptional. From the fundamental principles of resolution methods to the nuances of dice mechanic…
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Unveiling the Secrets of Proactive Game Mastering
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Join the mighty paladins of podcast, Rob and Eli, on a thrilling episode of SideQuests! In this exciting installment, the hosts share captivating session recaps, including Eli's ingenious hack master game split between two sessions and Rob's diabolical adventure with a two-man party. Delve into the world of proactive…
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Planar Chronicles: Journeys Across Dimensions
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Join the Paladins of Podcast, Rob and Eli in this exciting episode of "Sidequests!" as they delve into the enchanting realm of planar adventures. Discover the diverse worlds they explore, from the time-traveling wonders of the Torch to the mystical realms of crystal, the reversed mirror dimension, and the haunting la…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Join the Paladins of Podcast, Rob and Eli, in the latest episode of SideQuests as they delve into the immersive worlds of their tabletop adventures. Eli unveils the gripping conclusion to his cursed players' saga, unraveling the mysteries that have kept listeners on the edge of their seats. Meanwhile, Rob takes cente…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast In the last episode of year, the Paladins of Podcast, Rob and Eli, embark on a whimsical journey through Eli's latest gaming escapades. The episode kicks off with a deep dive into Eli's game, where the paladins share anecdotes, strategies, and perhaps a few in-game mishaps. As they navigate the virtual realms, Rob an…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Welcome to another thrilling episode of SideQuests! Join the Paladins of Podcast Rob and Eli, as they delve deep into the world of tabletop gaming with a meticulous examination of Evil Genius Games' Cinematic Sourcebook for Rambo, a pulse-pounding addition to their Everyday Heroes role-playing game. In this episode, …
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Universal Soldier Review - Everyday Heroes
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast In this riveting episode of "SideQuests!" join your favorite podcast paladins, Rob and Eli, as they embark on a thrilling review of the Universal Soldier cinematic sourcebook for the Everyday Heroes game by Evil Genius Games. Strap in for a rollercoaster ride through cybernetic enhancements, higher wealth tiers, and …
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Eli's Session was awesome! Rob's was for the players.
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast The paladins of podcast Rob and Eli jump right into a session recap of Eli's fantastical Hackmaster game, while Rob's recap feels boring and a little lackluster, but at least his players had a good time. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epictablegames/support Epic Adventures by OddFis…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast This week the paladins of podcast Rob and Eli tackle something a bit common! Rob loves handing out information, but may have overdone it this time as his legalese information slowed the party to a crawl in order to make a crucial decision. However, Eli had a great recap which was cut short by his players deciding the…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Join the Paladins of Podcast, Rob and Eli, as they embark on a quest through the realm of tabletop gaming in the latest episode of "SideQuests!" In this engaging catch-up session, Rob shares his tales from the front lines of running convention-style games, with a spotlight on his recent epic adventure, "Legend of the…
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Unraveling the Mysteries of Kick-Ass Quests
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Join the Paladins of Podcast, Rob and Eli, on another adventurous episode of "SideQuests!" as they delve deep into the art of crafting unforgettable encounters. As the paladins of the podcast realm, they're on a quest to explore the intricacies of what makes encounters truly kick-ass. From epic combat scenarios to ca…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast In this thrilling episode of SideQuests, join the podcast paladins, Rob, Eli, and Tucker, as they embark on an epic quest to uncover the secrets of crafting unforgettable encounters in your tabletop role-playing games. It's a journey that goes beyond the mere balancing of challenge ratings or selecting the perfect an…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast In the latest episode of SideQuests, join the Paladins of Podcast Rob and Eli as they delve into the exciting world of tabletop role-playing games. Rob takes the reins as the Game Master and shares the thrilling details of an outdoor version of "Goblin Fight Club." You won't want to miss the epic battles and unexpect…
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Cracking the Code of Memorable Encounters
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast In this episode of "Epic Table Games," the Paladins of Podcast, Rob, Eli, and Tucker, embark on a quest to dissect and define the elusive concept of "Kick-Ass Encounters." Buckle up because this discussion gets wonderfully wonky as each host reveals their unique perspective on what truly makes an encounter epic. Whet…
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Immerse, Invest, Interact: The Quest for Engagement
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Join your hosts, Podcast Rob and Eli, on an epic adventure through the realms of gaming on today's SideQuests episode! In a quest to uncover the secrets of player immersion and investment in gaming, we delve deep into what truly makes a game special. We're not just after your in-game gold; we want you to become a par…
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Rolling for Profit: A Debate on Dungeon Mastering for Cash
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Welcome to "Sidequests," the podcast where the Paladins of Podcast, Rob and Tucker, delve into the intriguing world of tabletop gaming. In this special episode, Tucker takes the reins, and the two hosts embark on a deep conversation about a burning question in the tabletop gaming community: Can you make a legitimate …
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast In this exciting episode of "SideQuests," join the dynamic duo, the Paladins of Podcast, Rob and Eli, as they dive back into the world of tabletop gaming! Eli regales us with tales of his epic return to the gaming table after a one-month hiatus following the legendary EliCon3. Meanwhile, Rob unveils his brand-new mag…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Join Rob and Eli, the paladins of podcast, in another exciting episode of "SideQuests!." They kick things off by resolving the nail-biting cliffhanger from last week, delving into the intricate world of skill checks and the "pushing the roll" system in Call of Cthulhu, also known as "yes and" or "yes but." Eli takes …
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Battletech, Arcane Rites, and a little more
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast In this exciting episode of SideQuests! the Paladins of Podcast, Rob and Eli embark on a thrilling journey through the realms of wargames, magic systems, and artistic pursuits. Eli reveals his deep love for the intricate world of wargaming, particularly Battletech, and Rob unveils the enchanting mysteries of the Echo…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast In this week's episode of SideQuests! join Rob and Eli, your trusty Paladins of Podcast, as they dive into the salty adventures of SaltCon in Salt Lake City, Utah. Eli finally meets Trent, the brilliant mind behind the Bonfire Roleplaying game, who just so happened to be a previous guest on the show. The excitement i…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Join us on SideQuests, where the paladins of podcasting dive deep into the realms of Elicon3, Eli's annual epic gaming extravaganza. We explore the highs and lows of a 72-hour hackmaster marathon, along with Rob's quest to conquer burnout. Discover the delicate balance of effort, commitment, and energy, as we debate …
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Exploring Emberwind: Mechanics, Accessibility, and Neurodivergence
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast Join us on SideQuests! as we embark on an enlightening journey with Derek of Emberwind. Delving into the heart of game design, we dive deep into the psychology of mechanics, uncovering how they shape the player experience. Beyond the mechanics, we discuss the intricacies of world-building and the remarkable accessibi…
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Contact the Paladins of Podcast SideQuests! is not your average podcast; it's a rollercoaster of conversations that begin with an inexplicable amount of time devoted to the finer points of culinary delights. From epicurean journeys to dissecting food pairings, we've got your gastronomic musings covered. But wait, there's more! Once we're fully sati…
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