It’s time for the final chromatic dragon, and we’ve all been so excited to get to this infamous bad boy: the Red Dragon. In this episode, the panel of DM’s gets fired up as they look into why these crimson dragons are so darned angry all the time. How do you make a being of pure malevolent hatred an engaging villain? From regional earthquakes to cultists to plot hooks, this episode of the It’s A Mimic! podcast looks at multiple ways to handle Red Dragons, and at which tier they’re most effective...
Jan 21, 2020•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 82
Passions can flare up, and it’s not always easy to maintain a cool head, so what do you do? On this episode of the It’s A Mimic! podcast, the panel of Dungeon Masters takes the time to get meta and look at what issues can appear around the table, and not just HOW to handle the issues, but WHY they might exist in the first place. The name of the game is compromise and the goal is fun, so the DM’s talk at length about their own tactics for handling issues that may crop up. It’s been a while since ...
Jan 14, 2020•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 81
The panel of Dungeon Masters sits down to look at the last of the big mobs in 5e: the kobold. From lairs to tactics to personalities, the three DM’s analyze the strengths and weaknesses of these little dragon people. But is it all just comedy or target practice? In this episode of the It’s A Mimic! podcast, Adam, Terry, and Megan look at what makes the little creatures tick. Topics include their hatred of gnomes, their delusions of grandeur, and whether or not they have a place in D&D societ...
Jan 07, 2020•2 hr 10 min•Ep. 80
The nerdiest of nerds, the wizard is one of the most powerful and versatile classes in 5e, and this week the panel of Dungeon Masters digs into three of the subclasses in the Player’s Handbook. As the DM’s struggle to stay on topic and talk about their likes and dislikes of the class, they break down Abjurers, Diviners, and Illusionists. Terry, Dan, and Adam channel their inner savants and discuss interesting ideas surrounding the learned mage class, including what to do with down time, how nece...
Dec 31, 2019•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 79
All Gumdrop wanted was to get Santa's autograph. And all Bindlewich wanted was to get drunk. But the fate of Christmas is now at stake, and it's up to one Gnome Bard and one Halfling Rogue/Ranger to brave all the horrors between their cozy pub in Tinkerville and the distant North Pole. From chaos in the streets, to a perilous journey through the mountains, and all the way through Santa's Workshop, these two little friends face almost certain death at every turn! Will they work together? Will the...
Dec 25, 2019•4 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 78
Who's got the charm and the power to back up claims of limitless power? Who's the slick caster using points to modify spells and even regain spell slots? Who has the the single greatest subclass mechanic that can add some hilarious randomness to your game? Which caster has the easiest entry requirement (ie; birth)? Who has the theme from Shaft stuck in their head? Okay, that last one was me, but the rest are your powerful, your amazing Sorcerers! In this episode of the podcast, the panel of Dung...
Dec 24, 2019•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 77
In this special Christmas edition of a Mailbag episode, Adam, Dan, & Terry try their best to answer your questions about everything from Dungeon & Dragons 5th Edition to what makes them so damned awesome. Questions were submitted by: @alexander_anotherskip_davis @avatar_idalia @breakyourheroes @colton_adrian @cluelessgamemaster @eldentenner @its.me.jon.snus @kickasslaura @pepperina_sparklegem @ser_baggio @she_hulk_out @thundertoss And Adam's brother Dave. Available On: iTunes | Spotify |...
Dec 22, 2019•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 76
How can you motivate characters to commit to dangerous plans? How can you keep players around the table engaged? And how can you instill the most fun and satisfaction possible without just turning on the It's A Mimic! podcast? Simple: Loot and rewards! In this episode of the podcast, the panel of Dungeon Masters look at positive reinforcement beyond gold and magic items. From experience points to NPC relationships, the ideas are flying fast and furious as the three DM's give you inspiration on h...
Dec 17, 2019•1 hr 55 min•Ep. 75
Prepare yourself to leave your body behind and forget your consciousness into a new state of being while listening to this episode of the It's A Mimic! podcast. This week the panel of Dungeon Masters explore everything from the strange, shifting environment to the bizarre denizens and dangers of the transitive plane known as The Astral Sea! But is it all just fog and swirls pools of colour? The answer, of course, is: No. Pillaging nigh-immortal pirate eggs, the graveyard of the gods, and a lonel...
Dec 10, 2019•1 hr 51 min•Ep. 74
In this episode of the It's a Mimic! podcast, the panel of Dungeon Masters discuss the collector-dragons of Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, the Blue Dragons while also discussing their growth from egg to ancient and the powers and personalities as those tiny baby blues become the monstrous master of the sands and storms; every ones favorite Thunder Lizards, the Blue Dragons. On-Air Shoutout: @dungeons_of_doom Available On: iTunes | Spotify | Podbean | YouTube Don’t forget to Like/Follow/Subs...
Dec 03, 2019•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 73
In this episode of the It’s a Mimic! podcast, the panel of Dungeon Masters discard the idea of simple Hit Point management in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, and look at what other parts of a character sheet can be vulnerable and manipulated. Stat damage, stolen items, and more await you in this latest episode. There's more to threaten just a character's life force, and Adam, Terry, and Dan offer tips and tricks to breathe new life and unusual dangers into the game. How do you attack a chara...
Nov 26, 2019•2 hr 39 min•Ep. 72
In this episode of the It's A Mimic! podcast, the panel of Dungeon Masters embraces the bastard child of the mob-type monsters: Gnolls. Between their rich lore, strong stats, and insane allies, gnolls easily stick out as one of the least fan-appreciated aspects of Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, and the DM's decide to pour their love and affection onto these horrifyingly brutal hyena-men. With a terrifying new addition from Descent Into Avernus, a shocking revelation about hyenas, and a numb...
Nov 19, 2019•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 71
In this week's episode of the It's A Mimic! podcast, the panel of Dungeon Masters heads out of the city and into the untamed wilderness of Dungeons & Dragons to discover all they can about what makes Rangers a worthwhile class to play. After breaking down the basic class, they explore the Hunter and Beast Master subclasses, and then discuss the Revised Ranger option from Unearthed Arcana. As usual with the class breakdowns, the DM's look at the strengths and weaknesses of the class, before t...
Nov 12, 2019•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 70
Today's episode of the It's A Mimic! podcast focuses on the metal warriors that radiate righteousness and lay the smackdown with the power of their smites: Paladins. In Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, the paladin is no longer bound by alignments, or even gods, and the panel of Dungeon Masters stop to look at what that means for the classic holy knights. Dan, Adam, and Megan each take a close look at one of the subclasses in the Player's Handbook, and as they compare and contrast what the pal...
Nov 05, 2019•2 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 69
The dust has settled on the campaign and its finally Halloween. But, since the story is finished (for now), the group has decided to sit down and decompress after having all of the bejeebuses scared right out of us. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the nervous laughs and horrified reminiscing of a campaign barely survived. Using the Call of Cthulhu 7e ruleset, the cast of the It's A Mimic! podcast sit down with three others and explore cosmic horrors in the frozen wilderness in the darkest time of ...
Nov 01, 2019•2 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Happy Halloween! This special episode of the It's A Mimic! podcast is all about the Great Old Ones, and how they might impact a Dungeons & Dragons 5th Campaign if they're adapted directly from the Cthulhu Mythos. Intern Dave joins Dan and Adam to break down twelve Lovecraftian Gods, cosmic beings, and more in this spooky special on All Hallows Eve special. GODS: Atlach-Nacha Cthulhu Shudde M'Ell Yig Tsathoggua Shub-Niggurath Yog-Sothoth Ithaqua Hastur Azathoth Dagon Nyarlathotep LOCATIONS: R...
Oct 31, 2019•1 hr 49 min•Season 1Ep. 67
In this episode of the It's A Mimic! podcast, the panel of Dungeon Masters breaks down their favourite genre: Horror. It's one of the most difficult tones to hit around the table, so each of the DM's explain their methods and perspectives, and shine a little light on the darkest of campaign types. Exploration is key when it comes to injecting horror and dread into a D&D campaign, and Adam, Dan, and Terry talk about planning ahead to lay a foundation for your players, and what you can do to b...
Oct 29, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 66
Chanting fills the air, and as the desperate group of survivors tries to call for as much help as possible, the forces of evil regroup. Survival is unlikely and by the end of this final episode, lives will be lost. Whose blood will freeze in the town of Radiance, and will these frightened few investigators be able to stay sane long enough to find help? Using the Call of Cthulhu 7e ruleset, the cast of the It's A Mimic! podcast sit down with three others and explore cosmic horrors in the frozen w...
Oct 29, 2019•2 hr 22 min•Ep. 65
The Keeper of Arcane Secrets has deigned to illuminate your mortal consciousness with the history of Radiance, Yukon. Who is Mayor Sullivan? Where did Wash and Bernice come from? Why does the tribe remove their ears? And who slumbers beneath the lake? Before you explore the final episode, learn the answers to these questions and more, and prepare to bask in the final light that dances around the town of Radiance. The end is nigh. Using the Call of Cthulhu 7e ruleset, the cast of the It's A Mimic...
Oct 25, 2019•25 min•Season 1Ep. 64
The penultimate episode of the series sees Charity and Detective Noir lead a group of strangers out of town, while Gunther, Rip, and Gertie search for the capacitor for the radio. But one group stumbles upon a gathering of foul intent, while the other group gets ambushed by a figure in the shadows. Fire, gunshots, and explosions abound as the sleepy town of Radiance is reduced to near ruins, and the players are pushed to their very limit... Using the Call of Cthulhu 7e ruleset, the cast of the I...
Oct 25, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 63
In this episode of the It's A Mimic! podcast, the panel of Dungeon Masters sit down and discuss the darkest plane: The Shadowfell. From mood and atmosphere to encounter ideas and campaign hooks, the DM's peer into the mists and unveil the mysteries behind everyone's favourite gothic horror setting. Topics include who created the Shadowfell, The Raven Queen, and the Greek Fates! The discussion wraps up with a look at Death House, Curse of Strahd, and Strahd von Zarovich, himself, as the DM's try ...
Oct 22, 2019•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 62
Barricading themselves into the radio tower brings both danger and opportunity for the small group of survivors, but as the mob of cult members grows near and an abomination prepares to attack, a figure peers out from the shadows, watching... Using the Call of Cthulhu 7e ruleset, the cast of the It's A Mimic! podcast sit down with three others and explore cosmic horrors in the frozen wilderness in the darkest time of year. This 8-part mini series will run up until October 28, 2019, and provide a...
Oct 22, 2019•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 61
In this special, Adam takes you down the River Styx and on a quick tour of The Nine Hells of Baator in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition. 0 - The River Styx 1 - Avernus, Zariel and Bel 2 - Dis, Dispater 3 - Minauros, Mammon 4 - Phlegethos, Fierna and Belial 5 - Stygia, Levistus 6 - Malbolge, Glasya 7 - Maladomini, Baalzebul 8 - Cania, Mephistopheles 9 - Nessus, Asmodeus Shoutout: @the.zombie.knight (Instagram) Current Gear: Microphone (USA) - https://amzn.to/2WWuCsz Microphone (CAN) - https://a...
Oct 18, 2019•33 min•Season 1Ep. 60
The small group of survivors makes a mad dash for the courthouse, hoping to find some answers, some supplies, and some refuge. But will the courthouse provide more questions than clues? And who else lurks within its walls? There is barely an opportunity to breathe as they split up to search the darkness, and discover one horror after another... Using the Call of Cthulhu 7e ruleset, the cast of the It's A Mimic! podcast sit down with three others and explore cosmic horrors in the frozen wildernes...
Oct 18, 2019•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 59
Back in Black! The panel of Dungeon Masters is back with a look at Black Dragons in 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons. These sadistic creatures rise from their wretched lairs and will melt your face with the horrid spew that erupts from their ghastly maws. But enough about our hosts... There is a wealth of information about Black Dragons, and the DM's cover lairs and regional effects, social and environmental opportunities, and combat tactics that are sure to destroy players. With Dan still out f...
Oct 15, 2019•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 54
The Deep Dark sets in, casting an eerie glow on the small town as the five frightened visitors return, only to find it too quiet for their liking. But before they can regroup and restock, a series of strange encounters emphasize the fact that this small group of investigators are in over their heads, and there is no clear path to survival... Using the Call of Cthulhu 7e ruleset, the cast of the It's A Mimic! podcast sit down with three others and explore cosmic horrors in the frozen wilderness i...
Oct 15, 2019•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 58
Descent into Avernus has been on bookshelves for almost a month and Halloween is just around the corner, so Adam has decided that the time is right to bring you up to speed on the Avernus fiends, fiendish constructs, and Infernal War Machines. Welcome to part five of the It's A Mimic! Podcast's ongoing series on fiends in 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons. Stay tuned after the credits for a little love. Current Gear: Microphone (USA) - https://amzn.to/2WWuCsz Microphone (CAN) - https://amzn.to/2W...
Oct 11, 2019•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 57
As the gruesome scene at the mouth of the mine is laid bare, the small group of investigators must make a choice to head side and face the horrors within or head back to the outpost and regroup. Little do they know, their movements have been watched, and they are being hunted… Who will be torn asunder in this episode? Who will lose body parts? And who will will burn? Using the Call of Cthulhu 7e ruleset, the cast of the It's A Mimic! podcast sit down with three others and explore cosmic horrors ...
Oct 11, 2019•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 56
This episode of the It's A Mimic! podcast introduces a very special guest host, Megan! As she joins Terry and Adam to discuss death in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, the panel continues their march toward Halloween by looking at what character death is like from both a player's perspective and a Dungeon Master's. Sometimes player character death is inevitable in this fantasy roleplaying game, and the panel of DM's sit try to take some of the mystery away from it. When a player character die...
Oct 08, 2019•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 53
As the group of wary travelers escort Dr. Winkler to the geological outpost, they stumble upon gruesome horrors and ominous warning signs. But the scene that awaits them is no better… Meanwhile, back in town, a young woman is recruited by a frightened deputy to unravel a mystery. As she dances with death, her fate veers toward the frightened, wounded Investigators near the old mine... Using the Call of Cthulhu 7e ruleset, the cast of the It's A Mimic! podcast sit down with three others and explo...
Oct 08, 2019•3 hr 7 min•Ep. 55
