In today's stream we shall continue our investigation of the OSR adventure module, "In the Shadow of Tower Silveraxe," generously given to me by the author, Jacob Fleming. I've heard great things about this product so let's dig into it, break it down, and see what wonders and terrors lurk within. Show Notes: * "In the Shadow of Tower Silveraxe" on DTRPG: https://hxpr.to/lqohxp Like these videos? Here's how you can show your support: * Like this video and subscribe to the channel! * Become a Patr...
Aug 10, 2021•1 hr 11 min
In today's stream we shall continue our investigation of the OSR adventure module, "In the Shadow of Tower Silveraxe," generously given to me by the author, Jacob Fleming. I've heard great things about this product so let's dig into it, break it down, and see what wonders and terrors lurk within. Show Notes: * "In the Shadow of Tower Silveraxe" on DTRPG: https://hxpr.to/lqohxp Like these videos? Here's how you can show your support: * Like this video and subscribe to the channel! * Become a Patr...
Aug 09, 2021•1 hr 11 min
In this stream, we'll take a look at the trending topics in the OSR reddit form and discuss! Topics include: * Which starter classic D&D module for a previously 5E group? * One Page Dungeon, "Slavers of the Silver Pass": https://hxpr.to/upnhxf * Alternate Anti-Hammer-Space Inventory Tracker * Advanced Darkness Here's how you can support the pod: * Like , subscribe, and leave a review! * Become a Patron of my Patreon: http://hxpr.to/patreon * Buy me a coffee on ko-fi: http://hxpr.to/kofi * "Bent ...
Aug 06, 2021•1 hr 6 min
In today's stream we shall continue our investigation of the OSR adventure module, "In the Shadow of Tower Silveraxe," generously given to me by the author, Jacob Fleming. I've heard great things about this product so let's dig into it, break it down, and see what wonders and terrors lurk within. Show Notes: * "In the Shadow of Tower Silveraxe" on DTRPG: https://hxpr.to/lqohxp Like these videos? Here's how you can show your support: * Like this video and subscribe to the channel! * Become a Patr...
Aug 05, 2021•1 hr 19 min
In today's stream we shall avail ourselves of the OSR adventure module, "In the Shadow of Tower Silveraxe," generously given to me by the author, Jacob Fleming. I've heard great things about this product so let's dig into it, break it down, and see what wonders and terrors lurk within. Show Notes: * "In the Shadow of Tower Silveraxe" on DTRPG: https://hxpr.to/lqohxp Support the podcast: * Like, subscribe, and leave a review! * Become a YouTube channel member: https://hxpr.to/ytmembership * Becom...
Aug 04, 2021•1 hr 8 min
I'm excited, as always, to have Daniel from Bandit's Keep on the channel. In this stream, we'll be discusses the whats, the whys, and the wherefors of using undead in your OSR roleplaying games. Show Notes: * Bandit's Keep on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/banditskeep Links: * Like this podcast and leave a review! * Become a Patron of my Patreon: http://hxpr.to/patreon * Buy me a coffee on ko-fi: http://hxpr.to/kofi * "Bent Worlds" Newsletter: https://hxpr.to/mrju0c...
Jul 30, 2021•1 hr 28 min
In this episode of the podcast, I survey the OSR D&D landscape and discuss playing card based reaction mechanics, camping in B4 The Lost City, alternative die mechanics, and more. * Hexed Press on YouTube: https://hxpr.to/tube * Become a Patron of my Patreon: http://hxpr.to/patreon * Buy me a coffee on ko-fi: http://hxpr.to/kofi * "Bent Worlds" Newsletter: https://hxpr.to/mrju0c...
Jul 26, 2021•52 min
In this podcast episode, I talk about skills, absentee players, and dice pools in D&D style OSR RPGs. Don't forget to check out my other videos on OSR mechanics and how to apply them in your game. * Hexed Press on YouTube: https://hxpr.to/tube * Become a Patron of my Patreon: http://hxpr.to/patreon * Buy me a coffee on ko-fi: http://hxpr.to/kofi * "Bent Worlds" Newsletter: https://hxpr.to/mrju0c...
Jul 19, 2021•38 min
Befuddled, confused, or confounded by hexcrawling? If so, this video is for you! In this video I'll be talking about what hexcrawling is and why it's a great idea to use in your own games. I'll also be going over how to understand a hex map, wandering monster mechanics, and even a few other things. * Hexed Press on YouTube: https://hxpr.to/tube * Become a Patron of my Patreon: http://hxpr.to/patreon * Buy me a coffee on ko-fi: http://hxpr.to/kofi * "Bent Worlds" Newsletter: https://hxpr.to/mrju0...
Jul 12, 2021•1 hr
In this episode of the pod, we're going to explore the basic principles of working with players and monster character class ideas in your OSR D&D RPG. Links: * Hexed Press on YouTube: https://hxpr.to/tube * Become a Patron of my Patreon: http://hxpr.to/patreon * Buy me a coffee on ko-fi: http://hxpr.to/kofi * "Bent Worlds" Newsletter: https://hxpr.to/mrju0c...
Jul 05, 2021•52 min
I sat down for another round of conversation with Daniel from the Bandit's Keep YouTube channel. I interviewed Daniel about the challenges and rewards of mega-dungeons in OSR RPG play. We talk about building and running mega-dungeons, how to pace threats in these sprawling dungeons, and how to make them feel alive without over-populating them. * Visit Bandit's Keep: https://www.youtube.com/c/banditskeep Help the Pod by Using These Links: * Hexed Press on YouTube: https://hxpr.to/tube * Become a ...
Jul 03, 2021•1 hr 53 min
Have you heard the tale of the dice fudging GM and the interesting dragon encounter? * Hexed Press on YouTube: https://hxpr.to/tube * Become a Patron of my Patreon: http://hxpr.to/patreon * Buy me a coffee on ko-fi: http://hxpr.to/kofi * "Bent Worlds" Newsletter: https://hxpr.to/mrju0c...
Jun 28, 2021•53 min
Talking to Terance from Homebrew Detritus about Pride, gaming, D&D, and more! Join us for the convo. Show Notes: * Homebrew Detritus on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/homebrewdetritus Links: * Hexed Press on YouTube: https://hxpr.to/tube * Become a Patron of my Patreon: http://hxpr.to/patreon * Buy me a coffee on ko-fi: http://hxpr.to/kofi * "Bent Worlds" Newsletter: https://hxpr.to/mrju0c...
Jun 25, 2021•1 hr 14 min
If you've spent any time on Facebook, you've undoubtedly seen the ads for Monument Studios and one or more of their #RPG music bundles. Every time I see their ads, I see a bunch of comments from people with questions about the included sounds. Well, I finally caved and bought the "all in" bundle today so I thought I'd give a selection of their offering a listen. Hopefully, this will provide answers for anyone who has had their interest piqued but needed answers. Join me for a listen. Show Notes:...
Jun 21, 2021•1 hr 1 min
Hail and well met, fellow game masters! Get ready for a great time! Here is the extended cut of my conversation with Daniel from the Bandit's Keep channel! We talk about the ins and outs, the whys and wherefores, of using treasure maps in your OSR game (or Dungeons & Dragons or any TTRPG game for that matter). We cover a lot of ground so strap in, grab a beverage, and listen in. * Visit Bandit's Keep: https://www.youtube.com/c/banditskeep Help the Pod by Using These Links: * Hexed Press on YouTu...
Jun 18, 2021•1 hr 11 min
Hail and well-met, fellow gamemasters! It's been a minute since I've posted a hexcrawl video so I thought it was as good a time as any to get back in the swing of things with a couple of tips and tricks that I hope may help you have more fun with your hexes. Addendum: I got a couple of comments and questions on the original Fun with Hexes video that I thought I could address quick and dirty style. Got more questions? Shoot them to me wherever you find me! * Hexed Press on YouTube: https://hxpr.t...
Jun 14, 2021•36 min
I think Creature as Class (aka Race as Class) is an often misunderstood and underappreciated concept in OSR D&D. I make my case for why you should consider using Creature as Class in your campaign. * Hexed Press on YouTube: https://hxpr.to/tube * Become a Patron of my Patreon: http://hxpr.to/patreon * Buy me a coffee on ko-fi: http://hxpr.to/kofi * "Bent Worlds" Newsletter: https://hxpr.to/mrju0c...
Jun 11, 2021•16 min
Reading 1983's Companion level module, "Test of the Warlords," by Douglas Niles and published by TSR. Is this the first self-styled campaign module from TSR? Show Notes: * "Test of the Warlords" on DTRPG: https://hxpr.to/fl9imp Links & How to Support the Pod: * Hexed Press on YouTube: https://hxpr.to/tube * Become a Patron of my Patreon: http://hxpr.to/patreon * Buy me a coffee on ko-fi: http://hxpr.to/kofi * "Bent Worlds" Newsletter: https://hxpr.to/mrju0c...
Jun 07, 2021•1 hr 30 min
I would gladly take as my life's accomplishment to show dungeon masters the enduring utility and usefulness of random encounters. Inspired, as usual, by social media, I try to explain and educate on how to succeed using random encounters in your D&D, OSR, or similar TTRPG campaign. * Hexed Press on YouTube: https://hxpr.to/tube * Become a Patron of my Patreon: http://hxpr.to/patreon * Buy me a coffee on ko-fi: http://hxpr.to/kofi * "Bent Worlds" Newsletter: https://hxpr.to/mrju0c...
Jun 04, 2021•14 min
What's the Difference Between Loyalty & Morale & How Do You Track It? * Hexed Press on YouTube: https://hxpr.to/tube * Become a Patron of my Patreon: http://hxpr.to/patreon * Buy me a coffee on ko-fi: http://hxpr.to/kofi * "Bent Worlds" Newsletter: https://hxpr.to/mrju0c
May 31, 2021•7 min
I picked up Wizards of the Coast's Fifth Edition Dungeons & Dragons supplement, "Van Richten's Guide to Ravenloft," over the weekend. Having given it an initial read, I think it might be my favorite 5E supplement. Why? It provides conceptual, mostly system agnostic tools, for creating and developing horror settings, such as Ravenloft, that I think can be leveraged as a powerful general tool for thinking about and implementing BBEGs, whether you're running 5E, OSR, or a different system altogethe...
May 28, 2021•12 min
Hail, fellow dungeon dwellers! Motifs! These are distinguishing features or patterns-- in this case, let's consider them patterns of distinguishing features! Let's talk about how we can create features and symbols and then use them, separately or in combination, to describe the features of our hexcrawl terrains. * Hexed Press on YouTube: https://hxpr.to/tube * Become a Patron of my Patreon: http://hxpr.to/patreon * Buy me a coffee on ko-fi: http://hxpr.to/kofi * "Bent Worlds" Newsletter: https:/...
May 24, 2021•19 min
A podcast exclusive! The gang over at Homebrew Detritus invited me on for a Troika one-shot! So grab a beverage and find a comfortable chair for almost three hours of mimsy mixed with murder as we fumble our way through, "Uncle Grimy's Dreadtime Stories"! * Hexed Press on YouTube: https://hxpr.to/tube * Become a Patron of my Patreon: http://hxpr.to/patreon * Buy me a coffee on ko-fi: http://hxpr.to/kofi * "Bent Worlds" Newsletter: https://hxpr.to/mrju0c...
May 21, 2021•2 hr 47 min
Are you or your players finding the OSR fighter a bit bland, boring, or vanilla? You're not alone! This question comes up quite a bit and the answer usually is, or at the top of the list of answers, to use Mighty Deeds from Dungeon Crawl Classics. Let's take a look at what Mighty Deeds are, how we can make it a bit more generic for general OSR play, and discuss a couple of other options. Got some favorite tweaks for fighters? Let's hear them!
May 17, 2021•16 min
This question came up on Twitter, not directly to me but it ended up in my feed so I decided to answer it and delve a little bit into why I think it makes a good encounter for new players. What's your pick for a good intro encounter? * Become a Patron of my Patreon: http://hxpr.to/patreon * Buy me a coffee on ko-fi: http://hxpr.to/kofi * "Bent Worlds" Newsletter: https://hxpr.to/mrju0c...
May 14, 2021•7 min
Sometimes a certain phrase of thought can turn your mind into certain avenues and start it down certain paths that have a momentum and destination that you might not have anticipated when you first planted that tiny seed of a notion into your own noggin. Let's tackle one of these and explore how and why it can send you down the wrong mental path. Like this content? Here's how you can show your support: * Become a Patron of my Patreon: http://hxpr.to/patreon * Buy me a coffee on ko-fi: http://hxp...
May 10, 2021•12 min
We're closing in on halfway through 2021 and, like 2020, 2019, 2018, and probably many years before that, people ask, "what is OSR, aka Old School Revival aka Old School Renaissance? Is this game OSR? Is that game OSR?" Well, I don't know but let me take a stab at defining OSR, for this year at least. Feel like supporting the pod? Here's how you can help: * Like it and subscribe! * Become a Patron of my Patreon: http://hxpr.to/patreon * Buy me a coffee on ko-fi: http://hxpr.to/kofi * "Bent World...
May 04, 2021•10 min
Part 2, continuing my read of LokDown! Nor Cal Mythos was kind enough to send me an early, beta copy of the rules to their expansion for the Carbyne Jungle RPG: LokDown. Here's the skinny, courtesy of their Kickstarter page: "LokDown takes place in the Reknown-Galaxy, and is part of the Carbyne Jungle universe. Unlike most expansions however, LokDown is designed to also work as a Stand-Alone game. So if you are a fan of Carbyne Jungle, you can use all of these options with your current campaigns...
May 02, 2021•51 min
Nor Cal Mythos was kind enough to send me an early, beta copy of the rules to their expansion for the Carbyne Jungle RPG: LokDown. Here's the skinny, courtesy of their Kickstarter page: "LokDown takes place in the Reknown-Galaxy, and is part of the Carbyne Jungle universe. Unlike most expansions however, LokDown is designed to also work as a Stand-Alone game. So if you are a fan of Carbyne Jungle, you can use all of these options with your current campaigns. If Carbyne Jungle is new to you, no w...
May 01, 2021•49 min
Taking a look at Scutage by Better Games! Can we navigate the cutthroat world of medieval lordship on our way to ultimate prize, ruler ship over all? Show Notes: * “Scutage” at DTRPG: https://hxpr.to/ckmdqt Like this content? Here's how you can show your support: * Become a Patron of my Patreon: http://hxpr.to/patreon * Buy me a coffee on ko-fi: http://hxpr.to/kofi * "Bent Worlds" Newsletter: https://hxpr.to/mrju0c...
Apr 26, 2021•52 min
