Joe tackles today's #RPGaDay2024 prompt: "An RPG you'd like to see on TV." He expresses his belief that the core experience of role-playing games is best enjoyed at the table with friends and that translating the magic of tabletop RPGs to television is challenging. #ttrpg #rpg #dnd Share your thoughts via: 🌐 sayhi.chat/dekahedron 📧 feedback@dekahedron.com 📞📱 562-RPG-CAST (562-774-2278) More information is at dekahedron.co...
Aug 10, 2024•46 sec
Joe shares his desired RPG accessory for #RPGaDay2024 Day 9: a standalone starship construction and combat system. He expresses a desire for a system similar to Traveller's damage system but without the game's specific mechanics. #ttrpg #rpg #traveller Share your thoughts via: 🌐 sayhi.chat/dekahedron 📧 feedback@dekahedron.com 📞📱 562-RPG-CAST (562-774-2278) More information is at dekahedron.com...
Aug 09, 2024•1 min
Joe shares his thoughts on today's #RPGaDay2024 prompt: "An accessory you appreciate." While dice are always a classic, Joe opts for the more creative choice of Frontier Forts of Kelnore , a Judges Guild product that serves as a versatile module generator. #dungeonsanddragons #dnd Share your thoughts via: 🌐 sayhi.chat/dekahedron 📧 feedback@dekahedron.com 📞📱 562-RPG-CAST (562-774-2278) More information is at dekahedron.com...
Aug 08, 2024•1 min
Joe takes a nostalgic look at RPG book formats for today's #RPGaDay2024 challenge. He laments the decline of the hardcover book and praises the classic AD&D books for their superior design and durability. #adnd #advanceddungeonsanddragons #dungeonsanddragons #dnd Share your thoughts via: 🌐 sayhi.chat/dekahedron 📧 feedback@dekahedron.com 📞📱 562-RPG-CAST (562-774-2278) More information is at dekahedron.com...
Aug 07, 2024•2 min
Joe share a new monster (race?) inspired by AI art. Meet the Fluffy Cuteness! With its adorable exterior and cunning charm, this creature will present players with a non-combat challenge. Learn about the Fluffy Cuteness's unique abilities, D&D stats, and how to incorporate it into your game world. Share your thoughts via: 🌐 sayhi.chat/dekahedron 📧 feedback@dekahedron.com 📞📱 562-RPG-CAST (562-774-2278) More information is at ...
Aug 07, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 139
Joe shares his pick for easy to use RPG in today's #RPGaDay2024 challenge. He praises Dungeons & Dragons for its DM-friendly rules and mechanics, but also gives a shoutout to Swords & Wizardry clones as potential contenders. Share your thoughts via: 🌐 sayhi.chat/dekahedron 📧 feedback@dekahedron.com 📞📱 562-RPG-CAST (562-774-2278) More information is at dekahedron.com
Aug 06, 2024•48 sec
Joe reveals his pick for "RPG with great writing" for #RPGaDay2024! The compact and witty Risus by S. John Ross takes the top spot in today's challenge. Share your thoughts via: 🌐 sayhi.chat/dekahedron 📧 feedback@dekahedron.com 📞📱 562-RPG-CAST (562-774-2278) More information is at dekahedron.com
Aug 05, 2024•29 sec
A Tiny Dekahedron: Quick and to the point for #RPGaDAY2024 Day 4! Joe shares his thoughts on whether stunning artwork is essential for a great RPG. He pits the visually striking Ryuutama against the classic, functional art of the AD&D Monster Manual. Tune in to find out his verdict. Share your thoughts via: 🌐 sayhi.chat/dekahedron 📧 feedback@dekahedron.com 📞📱 562-RPG-CAST (562-774-2278) More information is at dekahedr...
Aug 04, 2024•49 sec
In today's #RPGaDAY2024 challenge, Joe reveals the RPG he's spent the most time playing throughout his gaming career. Share your thoughts via: 🌐 sayhi.chat/dekahedron 📧 feedback@dekahedron.com 📞📱 562-RPG-CAST (562-774-2278) More information is at dekahedron.com
Aug 03, 2024•35 sec
A Tiny Dekahedron. Day 2 of #RPGaDAY2024. "The Last game Played"
Aug 02, 2024•30 sec
A Tiny Dekahedron. Day 1 of #RPGaDAY2024.
Aug 01, 2024•52 sec
A Tiny Dekahedron. The intro episode for RPGaDAY2024.
Jul 31, 2024•49 sec
Ever dreamed of chatting with your D&D (or other RPG) character? Now you can! In this episode, we dive into the world of Character.ai and show you how to create a fully-fledged digital version of your favorite role-playing character. Watch as we bring our Star Trek Adventures captain to life and see how this incredible AI tool can deepen your understanding of your characters. Don't miss this mind-blowing experiment! Links: https://character.ai/ Share your thoughts via: 🌐 sayhi.c...
Jul 30, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 138
Ever wanted to command your own Star Trek ship? Joe does, so he explores the character creation process in Star Trek Adventures Captain's Log and builds a captain ready to boldly go where no one has gone before! Learn how to create your own Star Trek captain with this step-by-step guide. Links: Star Trek Adventures Captain's Log: https://modiphius.net/en-us/products/sta-captains-log-solo-roleplaying-game Character Generator: https://sta.bcholmes.org/ Share your thoughts via: 🌐 sayhi...
Jul 25, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 137
Concept vs. Mechanics: Which Way Do You Build Your Characters? This week on The Dekahedron RPG Podcast, Joe has a special guest! James joins the show to have a lighthearted debate about the best way to create characters: Concept First or Mechanics First? Joe, a firm believer in the Concept First approach, likes to start with a clear idea of who their character is and then find the mechanics in the game to bring that character to life. James, on the other hand, prefers to dive into the game's opt...
Jul 18, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 136
Joe, delves into the murky waters of online RPG sales. He shares his concerns about a potentially “scammy”/“bootleggy” listing he found on eBay for the 1978 "Star Trek, Adventure Gaming in the Final Frontier" RPG. Join this journey through the history of this game, its significance as the first licensed Star Trek RPG, and its connection to Heritage Models and Dave Arneson. He also discusses the game’s evolution into Star Patrol and Starfleet Voyages. The episode takes a turn as Joe scrutinizes t...
Jul 09, 2024•19 min•Season 1Ep. 135
This episode dives into the world of hex crawls and introduces a unique concept: the hex crawl seed. What is a hex crawl seed? It provides the spark for an adventure that unfolds through exploration, not a pre-determined map. The seed? The story of Mossbeard, a dwarf consumed by gold lust and transformed into a dragon. The adventure? Up to you! The episode explores various paths players can take using a cryptic poem and map riddled with clues. Do they seek treasure? Or perhaps a way to redeem Mo...
Jul 04, 2024•18 min•Season 1Ep. 134
Joe makes Dancing Squirrel, a character using the rules in The Atruaghin Clans, a 1990's Dungeons & Dragons product. Share your thoughts via: 🌐 sayhi.chat/dekahedron 📧 feedback@dekahedron.com 📞📱 562-RPG-CAST (562-774-2278) 📋www.dekahedron.com/boards More information is at dekahedron.com
Jun 27, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 133
Joe is dumfounded by the attribute modifiers that he stumbled upon in an old Dungeons & Dragons product: The Atruaghin Clans. Is he making a mountain out of a molehill? Come explore this portrayal of Native Americans in 1990's D&D. Share your thoughts via: 🌐 sayhi.chat/dekahedron 📧 feedback@dekahedron.com 📞📱 562-RPG-CAST (562-774-2278) 📋www.dekahedron.com/boards More information is at dekahedron.c...
Jun 11, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 132
Joe is joined by Mike the Meek, and together they dive deep into a comprehensive review of the classic Traveller RPG supplement, "76 Patrons." They discuss the highs and lows of this versatile toolkit, explore its adaptability to different genres, and examine its unique approach to adventure design. Whether you're a seasoned Traveller GM or new to the system, this review offers valuable insights and plenty of gaming inspiration. Mirke the Meek's podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/...
Jun 06, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 131
Joe answering feedback from Evil Jeff, James, Jason, Mirke the Meek, and Riley. Topics include the Flying FIsh & Jade Dragon rules, my Star Trek adventure, and NPC secrets. Listener podcasts: Evil Jeff's Minions & Musings: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eviljeff/ Jason's Nerd's RPG Variety Cast: https://nerdsrpgvarietycast.carrd.co/ Mirke the Meek's podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mirke-the-meek Riley's Diegetic Advancement: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p...
May 31, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 130
Joe responds to listener feedback from Episodes 116, 120, & 121. Listener podcasts: Evil Jeff's Minions & Musings: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eviljeff/ Jason's Nerd's RPG Variety Cast: https://nerdsrpgvarietycast.carrd.co/ Riley's Diegetic Advancement: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/diegeticadvancement/ Share your thoughts via: 🌐 sayhi.chat/dekahedron 📧 feedback@dekahedron.com 📞📱 562-RPG-CAST (562-774-2278...
May 21, 2024•28 min•Season 1Ep. 129
In this audio-only episode, Joe interviews Chris Gonnerman, the author of Basic Fantasy RPG and Iron Falcon RPG. They delve into the origins of the OSR/retroclone movement and what lies ahead. [OSR RPG / Retroclone Games] Basic Fantasy RPG: https://www.basicfantasy.org/ Iron Falcon RPG: https://ironfalconrpg.com/ FallCon: https://www.fallcon.com/ Share your thoughts via: 🌐 sayhi.chat/dekahedron 📧 feedback@dekahedron.com 📞📱 562-RPG-CAST ( 562-774...
May 15, 2024•56 min•Season 1Ep. 128
This episode is available with video: https://youtu.be/i8UX_mnQ3Sk?si=SSNlmHUvrdWk2bBk In this episode, Joe talks presents an adventure for Star Trek role-playing. Along the way he discusses classic Traveller's "76 Patrons" supplement. Share your thoughts via: 🌐 sayhi.chat/dekahedron 📧 feedback@dekahedron.com 📞📱 562-RPG-CAST ( 562-774-2278 ) 📋 www.dekahedron.com/boards More information is at dekahedron.com Also,...
May 08, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 124
This episode is available with video: https://youtu.be/GKroIudCCdM In this episode, Joe talks about: The move to YouTube An upcoming guest Asks if you want to know an NPC's secrets in Dungeons & Dragons or other RPG. Answers feedback from Jason and Evil Jeff. This episode is based on this blog post: https://vagabondgm.blogspot.com/2020/12/should-players-know-npcs-secrets.html The Callers' Podcasts: Minions & Musings: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eviljeff Nerd's RPG Varie...
Apr 30, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 126
Last week, we set the scene for a thrilling pre-WWII South China Sea campaign. This week, we dive into the action with a brand new, streamlined RPG system designed for cinematic thrills! Inspired by Traveller and Tunnels & Trolls, it uses skills only, boasts lightning-fast character creation, and puts the dice firmly in your hands. We'll also touch on aerial and personal combat. Buckle up and get ready to rewrite the rulebook for high-flying adventure! Share your thoughts via: 🌐 sayh...
Apr 23, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 125
Viewing Habits is Joe and Valerie's new show where they talk about the movies, TV shows, and live performances that they watch: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/viewinghabits
Apr 21, 2024•1 min
Game Master Joe unveils this thrilling new campaign concept for RPG pulp adventure. Get ready for high-flying action, exotic intrigue, and a fight for survival! This episode sets you down in the turbulent skies of a fictional pre-WWII South China Sea. Take command of a "civilian" flying boat because trouble is brewing. You'll have to evade the growing power of the Empire of the Rising Sun while confronting the notorious Jade Dragon Clan, a ruthless crime syndicate. Links: Daniel's show: https://...
Apr 16, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 124
Valerie joins Joe to answer the feedback they received from episode 115. Share your thoughts via: 🌐 sayhi.chat/dekahedron 🎙 podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jpgill/message 📧 feedback@dekahedron.com 📞📱 562-RPG-CAST ( 562-774-2278 ) 📋 www.dekahedron.com/boards More information is at dekahedron.com Also, check out Joe's RPG blog . Cover art logo by DesignKat . Intro & Outro Music by ZoeMari...
Apr 10, 2024•28 min•Season 1Ep. 119
Valerie returns to join Joe as they talk about the movies and television that they watched in February. Argyll (film) Wonka (film) The Family Plan (Mark Wahlberg AppleTV+ movie) Fool Me Once (Netflix UK by Harlan Coben) Dear Child (Netflix Germany) Upload (season 3, Amazon) Reacher (season 2, Amazon) Who is Erin Carter? (Netflix UK) A Nearly Normal Family (Netflix Sweden) Good Morning, Veronica (season 3, Netflix Brazil) Omniscient (season 1, Netflix Brazil) Bodies (Netflix UK) Share your though...
Apr 02, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 122
