Role Of The Dice Podcast

We try to answer the question - "Is character growth a waste of time in your roleplaying game?" - by giving examples, methods, and suggestions in this episode of Role of the Dice!Role of the Dice Podcast

In this episode, we tackle how to build social encounters that ALL of your players will be involved in and make sure they have a great time!Role of the Dice Podcast

Using a silly voice for an NPC, all of the bad guys attacking the PCs use unusual weapons, or a location that has a quirk about it; is one of the many ways to enhance your game. In this episode, we give chat and examples on how adding little things can give immersion, make a scene more memorable, change how a character will act further, or even cha…

In this episode, we look back at how we use to play and run roleplaying games and what we learned from them. Dale making his favorite D&D character in new iterations, Lee loving to play martial artist PCs, and Dan reminiscing over the Red Steel D&D setting.Role of the Dice Podcast

While on his way to Gen Con 2022, Lee chats about the challenges of coming up with campaign plots in open settings where anything is possible. But on the flip side, with roleplaying settings that can limit the types of stories told.Role of the Dice Podcast

Dale and Lee chat about using, and hopeful not abusing, sidekicks in your TTRPG!Role of the Dice Podcast

We want to say thank you to all of our listeners! In this episode we chat about what table-top games we will be playing in 2023!Role of the Dice Podcast

There is so much crafting can add to your RPG, allowing your PCs to make anything their minds and wallet can come up with. But how does the GM facilitate this when the inevitable crafted item will be exploited or abused? How can crafting be incorporated into a story? We take a deep dive into crafting on this episode of RotD!…

Dale and Lee go through the third packet of One D&D, which covers potential changes to the cleric class and new species!Role of the Dice Podcast

You can strike fear into your PCs by thinking they’ve succeeded in a task only for them to have to overcome another threat! Is this complication to add excitement or "punish" the players? Where does this complication come from? Is it on the GM’s whim? And what if the complication you've inserted is too grand? Join us for our in-depth discussion of …

Are "problematic players" drawn to play the warlock class? Is it because of all the classes, the warlock is the one who seems most inclined to steal the spotlight? How does the DM deal with the demand of that PC to be the main character of a campaign? How do you effectively incorporate your warlock into the party? We answer those questions and a wh…

Dan and Lee talk about their current experiences in roleplaying. Topics range from some PCs not being included in social encounters, theater of the mind problems, out growing certain RPG systems or play styles, and so much more in this jam packed episode!Role of the Dice Podcast

Dale and Lee give a quick review of the second packet of One D&D. And maybe they don't agree with one another on some of the potential changes to 5e...Role of the Dice Podcast

DM Dale talks about his experiences at Gamehole Con 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin!Role of the Dice Podcast

In this episode, we discuss why using cosmic horror in tabletop roleplaying is so difficult, but then give our tips on how to make it work for you!Role of the Dice Podcast

Join us as we chat about setting adventures in the various planes of D&D as well as a review of 5e Spelljammer!Role of the Dice Podcast

Sometimes a mistake is made that could potentially end the campaign. What do you do?!? Have a listen to this episode to learn from our grand errors and a whole bunch more valuable info to avoid these pitfalls in roleplaying!Role of the Dice Podcast

Should a gamemaster always be prepping? Sometimes is feels that way, but is it true? In this episode, we give you our insight on how to prep for your roleplaying adventures!Role of the Dice Podcast

We give our take on the first One D&D packet and what these playtest rules could mean for the future of this roleplaying game juggernaut!Role of the Dice Podcast

NPCs are a vital part of table-top RPGs but sometimes they can get out of hand. In this episode, we give you our ideas on how to mitigate those problematic NPCs!Role of the Dice Podcast

Join us for a world building discussion about the hazards of living in a fantasy world!Role of the Dice Podcast

We give our take on Gen Con 2022 and the future of experiencing the largest gaming convention in the world!Role of the Dice Podcast

In this latest edition of RotD, we chat about going to Gen Con 2022, third party D&D 5e supplements, and a ton more!Role of the Dice Podcast

Dale and Lee have in-depth conversation about how Dungeons and Dragons has influenced pop culture and vise versa. Come join the discussion!Role of the Dice Podcast

The use of languages in your roleplaying game can bring immersion but also be hindering to the players. In this episode, we give our thoughts on how to use language and get the most out of it!Role of the Dice Podcast

In this episode, Dan, Dale and Lee go through the many Pros and Cons of boxed text!Role of the Dice Podcast

We dive into a massive discussion all about skill checks! When to roll the dice or not too, when roleplaying is enough, use of sliding scales of successes and failures, replacing some skills with others, and a whole ton more tips to help you get the most out of skill checks!Role of the Dice Podcast

In this episode, we’re talking about how to make your Big Bad Evil Guy effective at the start of your campaign and throughout!Role of the Dice Podcast

In this episode, we give ideas on how to use Myth and Legend to make your world spring to life. As well as hooking the players to learn more about these Myth and Legends. Who knows, they could uncover an unknown truth. Or their heroic exploits become Myth and Legend!Role of the Dice Podcast

Having the PCs step into a world for the first time can be overwhelming for them as well as the GM. Going slow as you explore this realm together is a great way to world build together!Role of the Dice Podcast

Is optimizing your character good or bad? Should you always pick the "best" spells? How does your character fit into the party? Is your character more than just a stat block? We have an in-depth discussion all about...optimizing characters!Role of the Dice Podcast

It's that time again to see what the RotD crew is doing in their personal roleplaying. Dan is looking to use Foundry VTT for his next game. Dale has made an extravagant purchase for his roleplaying group. Lee has made the worst decision ever with his D&D character. And so much more!Role of the Dice Podcast

In this episode, try a creative exercise along with the crew of RotD as they create an adventure out of a sentence!Role of the Dice Podcast

Chatting with game designer John Kennedy about their Venture Bros. inspired table-top roleplaying game called Staged Heroism!https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1582756696/staged-heroismRole of the Dice Podcast

Have you ever wanted to have more that just one GM? We give you options and ideas on how to make it successful gaming experience for everyone!Role of the Dice Podcast

The player characters occasionally use intimidation as a tool to get what they want, but what happens when an NPC or monster attempts it back? In this episode; we chat about how to describe the fear, if dice rolls are need, not taking control of the player's agency, and when it is appropriate to make your PCs fearful of your big bad evil guy!…

In this episode, we talk about why changing an established stereotype to a roleplaying race or culture opens up your world to limitless creative possibilities!Role of the Dice Podcast

We are back and joined by a new co-host, Dale Shepherd! With their vast table-top roleplaying knowledge, we tackle the difficulties and the fun of using familiars and animal companions in your game!Role of the Dice Podcast

We have some exciting news for Role of the Dice Podcast as we are making some changes starting in 2022! But we also chat about using cutscenes in your RPG. Thanks to you all for listening and tagging along with us!Role of the Dice Podcast

Join Dan, Lee, and Jim as they look back at past RotD topics to give out GM advice in a gameshow format; in this special episode, 4 years in the making!!!Role of the Dice Podcast

Now is your chance to grab Battlelords of the 23rd Century, the grand-daddy of tactical, military sci-fi RPGs, and its newest sourcebook, Fully Armored: The Battlelords Gear Manual! http://kck.st/3jLF9QURole of the Dice Podcast

In this special bonus episode, Lee chats with Matt & Marty Forbeck about their exciting new Kickstarter, Shotguns & Sorcery for 5E!To pledge go to: shotgunsnsorcery.comRole of the Dice Podcast

Handling corruption of a character in your RPG can be tricky. Is the corruption a slow burn? How is it changing the PC or the party? Can the character be cured of it or are they wanting more? We have the answers and more in the episode of RotD!Role of the Dice Podcast

In this episode we interview Jeff Mechlinski from Strange Machine Games on their upcoming TTRPG book, Robotech: Homefront!https://strangemachinegames.com/Role of the Dice Podcast

What do you do when your cast of NPCs have ballooned out of control? In this episode of RotD, Lee doles out some ideas to keep your NPCs managed!Role of the Dice Podcast

Lee and Jim go through a few of the table-top roleplaying tropes. What they think about them but also how to use them better in your games!Role of the Dice Podcast

In this episode Dan and Lee chat about what they learned from Gen Con 2021, what RPG loot they picked up, what their future holds, and a bunch more!Role of the Dice Podcast

We chat about our day and experiences at Gen Con 2021!Role of the Dice Podcast

Dan and Lee are headed to Gen Con 2021! In this episode they talk about what they have planned for this year's biggest RPG convention!Role of the Dice Podcast

We’re talking about laying down the hurt on those RPG bad guys. But why would you ever do non-lethal attacks? Can you knockout a target with just one hit? Can the GM do this to the PCs? We answer those questions and a whole lot more in this episode of RotD!Role of the Dice Podcast