The Venerable one and DM Scott talk horror genres from Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft. Which one will we choose for an adventure in Lady Candice’s domain of dread and which one is our favorite? Episode Sponsor - Drippit. Head on over to https://drippit.com/ and get your daily dose of gaming news. Our Home page https://www.thedungeonmastersdojo.com/ On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDungeonMastersDojo On Twitter: https://twitter.com/DungeonDojo Or by Email: TheDungeonMastersDojo@Gmail.co...
Aug 31, 2021•50 min
This week DM Bill talks about the Bad Guy Game Master, Not to be confused with a Bad Game Master! So sit back grab an ale and join us while Bill explains why this game master style is not so bad after all! Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Our Home page https://www.thedungeonmastersdojo.com/ On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDungeonMastersDojo On Twitter: https://twitter.com/Dung...
Aug 25, 2021•8 min
Tasha’s Feats If you found your way here expecting to see pictures of and hear stories about some lady named Tasha’s FEET. Sorry. The Dungeon Master’s Dojo is not a BDSM podcast. That one is ten doors down, good luck. But…if you are here because you are interested in our take on the FEATS in Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything, then you’re in luck. As a bonus, you won’t have to clear the internet search history so your significant other doesn’t find out what you’re looking at when they aren’t around....
Aug 24, 2021•32 min
The beer and Pretzels DM They are the favorite uncles of the DM world, the ones your mom doesn’t approve of but invites to the holidays to prevent a family dispute. They are the Beer and pretzels DMs. Find a seat, crack open a cold one, grab some pretzel rods and whatever you do, don’t pull his finger! Episode Sponsor - A D&D ACTUAL PLAY PODCAST - https://thehomebrewpodcast.com/ “Get in nerds, we’re hunting space dinosaurs” The Homebrew is published weekly and is everywhere podcasts are foun...
Aug 18, 2021•9 min
Finishing off our series on splitting the party, we talk about Advanced DMing skills for splitting the party. Want to split that party up and look like a big ‘ol badass while doing it? Want to be the talk of the D&D scene with your epic party splitting skills? Want to WOW your friends and impress the ladies? Well…maybe you won’t impress the ladies but… Episode Sponsor - A D&D ACTUAL PLAY PODCAST - https://thehomebrewpodcast.com/ “Get in nerds, we’re hunting space dinosaurs” The Homebrew ...
Aug 17, 2021•44 min
More terrifying than mummies, they illicit more blood curdling screams than were wolves, Strahd move over, for this week, we discuss the most terrifying amphibians known to the collective worlds of D&D! Yes, that’s right, Giant Vampire Frogs! Yeah, they’re frogs. But they’re big. And scary too! Episode Sponsor - A D&D ACTUAL PLAY PODCAST - https://thehomebrewpodcast.com/ “Get in nerds, we’re hunting space dinosaurs” The Homebrew is published weekly and is everywhere podcasts are found. T...
Aug 11, 2021•7 min
Let’s talk about an uncomfortable topic in our hobby. It happens to 75% of DMs at least once in their life. It’s happened to me, it may have happened to you, and it’s not your fault. I am of course talking about splitting the party. There is hope though, and this week we will talk about it. It’s Splitting the party: How to do it effectively. Episode Sponsor - A D&D ACTUAL PLAY PODCAST - https://thehomebrewpodcast.com/ “Get in nerds, we’re hunting space dinosaurs” The Homebrew is published we...
Aug 10, 2021•32 min
This week on DM Quick tips DM Scott answers a question from Shawn on some ways to introduce new players to D&D/ Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Episode Sponsor - A D&D ACTUAL PLAY PODCAST - https://thehomebrewpodcast.com/ “Get in nerds, we’re hunting space dinosaurs” The Homebrew is published weekly and is everywhere podcasts are found. They are veteran Dungeons & Dragons ...
Aug 04, 2021•8 min
DM Scott gets beat up by Keith Richard’s body guards and we talk undead warlock patrons too! This week in the Dojo. Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Episode Sponsor - A D&D ACTUAL PLAY PODCAST - https://thehomebrewpodcast.com/ “Get in nerds, we’re hunting space dinosaurs” The Homebrew is published weekly and is everywhere podcasts are found. They are veteran Dungeons & Dragons ...
Aug 03, 2021•48 min
Let's talk some old magic items from the second edition days, and how to integrate them into your 5E game! Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Episode Sponsor - A D&D ACTUAL PLAY PODCAST - https://thehomebrewpodcast.com/ “Get in nerds, we’re hunting space dinosaurs” The Homebrew is published weekly and is everywhere podcasts are found. They are veteran Dungeons & Dragons players w...
Jul 28, 2021•7 min
Splitting the party is one of the biggest taboos in D&D, but what if we told you, it's really not that bad? What if we told you that you should do it? Here's 5 reasons why splitting the party should be done! Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Episode Sponsor - A D&D ACTUAL PLAY PODCAST - https://thehomebrewpodcast.com/ “Get in nerds, we’re hunting space dinosaurs” The Homebrew is...
Jul 27, 2021•30 min
This week We bring back our monster in minutes, DM Scott talks about one of the more vile creatures The Gulguthra also know as Otyughs. Otyughs, those charming, filth eating creatures employed by every good kingdom's waste water treatment plants. Let's take a few minutes to delve into these wonderful creatures who are in desperate need of a breath mint. Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it!...
Jul 21, 2021•7 min
This week we jump back into Tasha's Cauldron of Everything and we discuss the 2 new Warlock subclasses. So sit back and enjoy the episode. Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Our Home page >> https://www.thedungeonmastersdojo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheDungeonMastersDojo https://twitter.com/DungeonDojo TheDungeonMastersDojo@Gmail.com https://www.thedungeonmastersdojo.com/shop ...
Jul 20, 2021•55 min
Characters can amass a lot of wealth if you're not paying attention and they won't pay any bills with it either. Much like Wesley Snipes avoiding his taxes, your PC will hoard their gold with a zeal that would rival even the oldest of dragons. Here's some ways I like to pluck the gold from my players cheeto's stained fingers. Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Our Home page >> http...
Jul 14, 2021•9 min
Good player habits make for an enjoyable gaming experience for all at the table, and it makes the DM's job easier, but what makes a good player? Here are just 5 habits every D&D player should possesses. Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Our Home page >> https://www.thedungeonmastersdojo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheDungeonMastersDojo https://twitter.com/DungeonDojo TheDung...
Jul 13, 2021•57 min
Improvisation is an important skill every DM should have but how does one prepare for being unscripted? What are the keys to improv at the D&D table? This week we'll answer those questions to up your improv game at the table. Come on into the Dojo! Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Our Home page >> https://www.thedungeonmastersdojo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheDungeonMaste...
Jul 07, 2021•7 min
Character backstories are important, they provide depth to your character and make it really easy for your DM to integrate the character deeply into the campaign but overuse of some tired tropes can make for a cookie cutter, blah back story. How do you fix this? Well, you call your favorite author and ask for advice! Wait, your favorite author won't return your calls? Don't worry, we got you covered because our favorite author Matt Phillion is joining us this week to talk player backstories! Che...
Jul 06, 2021•57 min
We talked the types of players you may encounter at the table, this week the venerable DM Bill, begins his discussions on the types of DMs you may see sitting at the head of the table, This week he talks about , "The Performer". Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Our Home page >> https://www.thedungeonmastersdojo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheDungeonMastersDojo https://twitter.c...
Jun 30, 2021•7 min
Elves, a fantasy staple since well before Tolkien. How does one play an Elf though? They are more than just pointy eared humans, they are a long lived race with ties to the Fey folk. Faeries, pixies and the such are not so far removed and different than the Elf, yet their portrayal most often is quite different. Here's how we approach Elves. Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Our Home pa...
Jun 29, 2021•1 hr 13 min
You've seen it in many a list of gear and equipment. It's a staple in every well prepared adventurer's pack, but what the hell is it? This week, we take a look at the Iron Ration, what is it, what is in it, why have it, what's it's use? All these questions will be answered this week on The Dungeon Master's Dojo. To pick up a handy document on rations head on over to The DM's Guild to pick up the low cost PDF! >> https://www.dmsguild.com/product/362091/ Tell us what you think about this epi...
Jun 26, 2021•39 min
This week Lou gets behind the mic for a solo adventure in pod casting! Let's talk The 5 Best races to start your game with this week with Lou's PLAYER quick tip! Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Our Home page >> https://www.thedungeonmastersdojo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheDungeonMastersDojo https://twitter.com/DungeonDojo TheDungeonMastersDojo@Gmail.com https://www.thedunge...
Jun 25, 2021•7 min
We talked the types of players you may encounter at the table, this week the venerable one begins his discussions on the types of DMs you may see sitting at the head of the table, starting with, "The Builder". Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Our Home page >> https://www.thedungeonmastersdojo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheDungeonMastersDojo https://twitter.com/DungeonDojo TheD...
Jun 24, 2021•13 min
Straight outta Van Richten's guide to Ravenloft, we create for you a ten year old serial killer that was snatched by the mists. Get ready to meet "Lady Candice"! Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Our Home page >> https://www.thedungeonmastersdojo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheDungeonMastersDojo https://twitter.com/DungeonDojo TheDungeonMastersDojo@Gmail.com https://www.thedunge...
Jun 23, 2021•49 min
Every Dark Lord needs a Domain and Lady Candice Worthington is no exception! Sit back, we're building a Domain of Dread for our little serial killer because it's Van Richten's Guide to Ravenloft- Creating a Domain of Dread. Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Our Home page >> https://www.thedungeonmastersdojo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheDungeonMastersDojo https://twitter.com/Du...
Jun 22, 2021•53 min
Jazz up your table with minis! Nothing looks better than a table full of minis, but where do you get them? We'll talk about that this week on DM Quick Tips! Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Our Home page >> https://www.thedungeonmastersdojo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheDungeonMastersDojo https://twitter.com/DungeonDojo TheDungeonMastersDojo@Gmail.com https://www.thedungeonmas...
Jun 21, 2021•7 min
It's our week long celebration of our 1 year anniversary, and to start it off we are talking Splitting the party, why you shouldn't! Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Our Home page >> https://www.thedungeonmastersdojo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheDungeonMastersDojo https://twitter.com/DungeonDojo TheDungeonMastersDojo@Gmail.com https://www.thedungeonmastersdojo.com/shop https:...
Jun 20, 2021•33 min
Terrain can be a great way to set the scene in your campaign but how do you get your hands on it and are there cost effective ways to find terrain that won’t break the bank? We’ll talk about all that on this week’s DM quick tip! Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Our Home page >> https://www.thedungeonmastersdojo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheDungeonMastersDojo https://twitter.c...
Jun 16, 2021•6 min
Kobolds are cool now! They've come a long way from the whimpy little dog men of yesteryear and it's about time they get their due. Join us as we look at the updated Kobold as well as the other Draconic options and a bunch more in this beefy UA offering! Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Our Home page >> https://www.thedungeonmastersdojo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheDungeonMast...
Jun 15, 2021•1 hr 23 min
Wondering if you should use terrain and minis at your table? The answer is YES! Here's some reasons why moving away from markers on a battlemat is going to elevate your game and bring you closer to achieving Dungeon Mastery! Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Our Home page >> https://www.thedungeonmastersdojo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheDungeonMastersDojo https://twitter.com/D...
Jun 09, 2021•5 min
Part the mists and enter the Domains of Dread as we travel to Ravenloft to give our thoughts on the Dark Gifts from Van Richten's Guide to Ravenloft, and as a bonus we delve into why Lou isn't happy with this book. Tell us what you think about this episode and gaming in general. If you’re interested in a certain topic let us know, we’ll do an episode on it! Our Home page >> https://www.thedungeonmastersdojo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheDungeonMastersDojo https://twitter.com/DungeonDojo...
Jun 08, 2021•1 hr 13 min
