In this episode Jeff is joined by Jared von Hindman, Dan Dillon, and Chris Sims to discuss how to make the monsters you use in your D&D campaign sizzle like the best bacon! Do you want to improve your game? Then listen to this episode! Tome Show Patreon Jeff on Twitter Jarod von Hindman on Twitter Head Injury Theater Dan Dillon on Twitter Chris Sims on Twitter Critical-Hits.com Support the show......
Oct 14, 2016•1 hr 17 min
A classic time-travel story of modern man’s confrontation with the ancient world. Martin “Mouse” Padway plays a giant game of Civ with the real world. Can he prevent the fall of Rome? www.nobleknight.com Lyon Sprague de Camp November 27, 1907 - November 6, 2000 (age 92) Wiki “In a career spanning 60 years, he wrote over 100 books, including novels and works of non-fiction, including biographies of other fantasy authors. He was a major figure in science fiction during the genre's heyday in the 19...
Oct 12, 2016•42 min
James Introcaso sits down with Paige Leitman , Ben Heisler , and John Fischer to discuss the next D&D adventure, codenamed Labyrinth. Then it's an interview with James' spouse, Bonnie MacDonald , about her first ever experience playing Dungeons & Dragons. Finally Rachel Bowen and Evan Newton of Trapdoor Technologies stop by to talk about their Kickstarter for Playbook Essentials on Android . This podcast was recorded on October 2, 4, and 7, 2016. Please rate and review The Tome Show on i...
Oct 10, 2016•1 hr 23 min
In this episode Jeff and Tracy are joined by Allison Rossi and Jon Green to discuss and review some new products available on the DM's Guild. Jeff on Twitter Tracy on Twitter Allison on Twitter Jon on Twitter Tome Show Patreon Page Dungeon Master's Guild...
Oct 05, 2016•1 hr 14 min
It's a super deluxe Round Table! James Introcaso sits down with David Gibson , Eric Paquette , and Geoff Winn to discuss the rumors that the Forgotten Realms novel line might be ending. Then it's an interview with author Forgotten Realms author Erin M. Evans about her final novel in the Brimstone Angels saga , The Devil You Know . Finally it's a killer interview with game designer William Moomaw about his Kickstarter for the fifth edition conversion of the Plight of Tuatha module series for the ...
Oct 03, 2016•1 hr 41 min
In this episode of the Tome Show, Jeff is joined by Jon Green and Chris Engler to talk about crowdfunding and RPGs. What are the best practices? What should you watch out for? What are you missing out on? Jeff Greiner on Twitter Jon Green on Twitter Chris Engler on Twitter Patreon.com/TheTomeShow - Support us!! The Tome Show on Spreadshirt...
Sep 28, 2016•1 hr 22 min
James Introcaso sits down with Topher Kohan , Joe Lastowski , and James Floyd Kelly to talk about updates to Adventurers League play in game stores. Then it's an interview with Tome Show favorite Mike Shea about the release of his amazing new book: Sly Flouish's Fantastic Locations . This podcast was recorded on September 18 and 20, 2016. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes . It only takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch! Noble Knight Pick of the Episode: E3 The Prince of Undeath DMs ...
Sep 26, 2016•1 hr 29 min
James Introcaso sits down with Craig Campbell of NerdBurger Games . He's the mastermind behind Murders & Acquisitions and a designer who left his mark on Dungeons & Dragons . This podcast was recorded on September 8, 2016. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes . It only takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch! Noble Knight Pick of the Episode: Dragon Magazine Annual #1 Links: The Tome Show on Facebook Have Spellbook, Will Travel worldbuilderblog.me NerdBurger Games Blog The NerdBu...
Sep 23, 2016•54 min
James Introcaso sits down with Dan Dillon , Schuyler Esau , Teos Abadia , and Russ Morrissey to discuss the new Unearthed Arcana ranger and wise words from Mike Mearls on Twitter about the RPG industry . This podcast was recorded on September 13, 2016. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes . It takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch! Noble Knight Pick of the Episode: D&D Spellbook Cards - Ranger DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: The Witch of Underwillow Links: The Tome Show on Facebook ...
Sep 19, 2016•1 hr 22 min
James Introcaso sits down with Joe Lastowski , Topher Kohan , Allison Rossi , and Neal Powell to discuss the D&D survey and a tweet from Mike Mearls about products DMs would like to see from Wizards of the Coast. Then it's an interview with Hero Lab developer Colen McAlister and adventure designer Steven Helt about the announcement that Hero Lab now supports official Pathfinder adventures . Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes . It only takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch. Noble ...
Sep 12, 2016•1 hr 7 min
James Introcaso sits down with David Gibson , Karl Resch , Round Table newbie Darcy Ross , Round Table newbie Rohit Sodhia , and Round Table newbie Allie Graham to discuss the announcement that the hit streaming series Critical Role will be creating a campaign guide with Green Ronin and the table of contents of the Lord of the Rings campaign setting book for D&D from Cubicle 7 . This podcast was recorded on August 16, 2016. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes . It helps us a bunch...
Sep 05, 2016•56 min
Kenneth Hite , game designer , podcaster , and more talks Cthulhu in games at Gen Con 2016!
Sep 04, 2016•57 min
Wolfgang Baur assembles an amazing panel of freelance writers, editors, and more to talk working in the industry!
Sep 03, 2016•47 min
Ben McFarland , game designer who frequently works with Kobold Press, talks making combat great again!
Sep 02, 2016•55 min
Our very own James Introcaso hosts a panel featuring Rob Bowes of Lone Wolf Development , Doug Davidson of Smiteworks (makers of Fantasy Grounds ), Matt McElroy of OneBookShelf (of DriveThruRPG ), Ben Loomes of Syrinscape , and Tobias Drewry of Mesa Mundi (makers of D20PRO ). The panel discusses the future of digital gaming products and how the release of the Open Gaming License affects us all!...
Sep 02, 2016•1 hr 34 min
James Introcaso sits down with game designer Jon Sawatasky to discuss the Kobold Press regular's history with gaming, design, and more. This podcast was recorded on August 16, 2016. Noble Knight Games Links: The Tome Show on Facebook Have Spellbook, Will Travel worldbuilderblog.me Dragon in the Rye Tome of Beasts Book of Lairs Sanctuary of Belches...
Aug 31, 2016•42 min
James Introcaso sits down with the original Round Table crew. Rudy Basso , Alex Basso , Greg Blair , and Vegas Lancaster talk about the new actual play series on Seeso , HarmonQuest and then chat about the new Netflix phenomena Stranger Things . This podcast was recorded on August 11, 2016. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes . It helps us a bunch! Noble Knight Pick of the Episode: Cthulhu by Impact Miniatures DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: Tower of the Mad Mage Links: The Tome Show o...
Aug 29, 2016•1 hr 4 min
James Introcaso sits down with game design legend Monte Cook to discuss Gen Con and the currently ongoing Kickstarter for Monte's new RPG Invisible Sun . This podcast was recorded on August 11, 2016. Please rate and review the Tome Show on iTunes . It helps us a bunch! Noble Knight Pick of the Episode: Player's Guide to Ptolus DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: The Lightborn Links: The Tome Show on Facebook Have Spellbook, Will Travel worldbuilderblog.me Monte Cook Games...
Aug 22, 2016•1 hr 2 min
James Introcaso sits down at Gen Con with Rudy Basso , Liz Theis , Dan Dillon , Jeff Greiner , and Shawn Merwin to discuss the Faithful Unearthed Arcana article and the announcement that Roll20 has an official Dungeons & Dragons license . This podcast was recorded on August 5, 2016. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes . It helps us a bunch. Noble Knight pick of the episode: Broncosaurus Rex DMs Guild pick of the episode: A Guide to Tyranny of Dragons Links: The Tome Show on Facebo...
Aug 15, 2016•1 hr 29 min
The episode six months in the making! Listen to Rudy , Alex , Vegas , and Gregory discuss this weird, wild game in a setting none of them have ever heard of, let alone played in. Will it meet its insanely ambitious goals as a 3 games in 1, or fail to be particularly good at any aspect? Who will send them back in time if the Time Wizard is unavailable because he's vacationing in Europe? Tune in to find out! Alex's Overview of Birthright: The Gorgon's Alliance Next Monthish: Dragonlance: Champions...
Aug 12, 2016•1 hr 4 min
James Introcaso sits down with Robert Adducci , Rudy Basso , and Round Table newbie Michael Ross to discuss using humor at the table. Inspired by the boom of comedy actual plays, they dish on when and how to use comedy during games and live plays. This podcast was recorded on July 26, 2016. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes . It takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch! Noble Knight Pick of the Episode: Elf Ranger mini (2003 Gen Con Promo) DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: Puzzles, Riddle...
Aug 08, 2016•50 min
James Introcaso sits down with Adventurers League admins Robert Adducci , Greg Marks , Travis Woodall , and Claire Hoffman to discuss the Storm King's Thunder season of D&D organized play. Then it's an interview with Kobold Press' Kobold-in-Chief Wolfgang Baur about the much anticipated release of the Tome of Beasts and the Book of Lairs . This podcast was recorded on July 28, 2016. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes . It takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch! DMs Guild pick of t...
Aug 01, 2016•1 hr 28 min
James Introcaso sits down with Liz Theis , Dave Gibson , James Haeck , and Chris Sniezak to compare, contrast, and review the Dungeons and Dragons actual play series Dice, Camera, Action , Force Grey: Giant Hunters , and Acquisitions Incorporated: The Series . Then it's an interview with game designer Chris Harris to discuss his rune magic chapter of Kobold Press ' Deep Magic for fifth edition. This podcast was recorded on July 3 and 24, 2016. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes . It ...
Jul 25, 2016•1 hr 21 min
James Introcaso sits down with Andrew Kane , Rudy Basso , Alex Basso , and Round Table newbie Phil Collins to discuss the latest D&D movie announcement and the D&D supplement for Magic: The Gathering's Innistrad setting . Then it's an interview with David Silver about his ongoing Kickstarter for fifth edition Ponyfinder. This podcast was recorded on July 12, 2016. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes . It takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch! DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: The...
Jul 18, 2016•1 hr
James Introcaso sits down with game designer Pedro Barrenechea of Paradigm Concepts to discuss his love of games, career in gaming, Rotted Capes , the Arcanis campaign setting , the Forged in Magic Kickstarter , and a whole lot more. This podcast was recorded on July 5, 2016. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes . It takes 30 seconds and is a huge help! Noble Knight Pick of the Episode: Living Arcanis - Codex Arcanis Links: The Tome Show on Facebook ENnie Awards Round Table Live at Gen...
Jul 13, 2016•50 min
James Introcaso sits down with game designer Monte Cook of Monte Cook Games to discuss the tenth anniversary of Ptolus , players and game masters sharing the cost for RPG products , Numenara , The Strange , Gods of the Fall , No Thank You, Evil! , Gen Con , and more. This podcast was recorded on July 8, 2016. DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: 18 Cursed Magic Items Noble Knight Pick of the Episode: Monte Cook's World of Darkness Links: The Tome Show on Facebook The Round Table Live at Gen Con Knight...
Jul 11, 2016•1 hr 2 min
We close the book on the tales of Conan the Wanderer! Join us for our discussion of the final three tales ever written by Robert E. Howard about his famous character, including one of his finest stories, Red Nails. www.nobleknight.com “Beyond the Black River” published May - June 1935 in Weird Tales Fort Tuscan Balthus Zogar Sag, Pictish Wizard Cult of Jhebbal Sag “Shadows in Zamboula” (original title “The Man-Eaters of Zamboula”) published in Weird Tales in 1935 Zamboula black Darfarian canniba...
Jul 06, 2016•1 hr 22 min
James Introcaso sits down with Wolfgang Baur and Steve Winter of Kobold Press to discuss the chapter-by-chapter release of Deep Magic for fifth edition. Then it's an interview with Ian Eller about his Kickstarter for the fictional game world of Strange Arcana . This podcast was recorded on June 29 and July 1, 2016. DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: The Five Temples of the Earth Mother Part 1: Sun and Moon Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes . It helps us a bunch. Links: Round Table Live ...
Jul 04, 2016•1 hr 2 min
James Introcaso sits down with Hal Greenberg , Kevin Glusing , and Richard Lee Byers to discuss the ongoing Kickstarter for book II of The Awakened . This podcast was recorded on June 20, 2016. DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: Castle Ravenloft Hires Jpg Colour Maps Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes ! It takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch. Links: The Tome Show on Facebook The Tome Show at Gen Con Knight Birds at Gen Con The Digital Future of D&D Fifth Edition at Gen Con worldbui...
Jun 27, 2016•56 min
James Introcaso sits down with Michael Ambyth , Rudy Basso , and Alex Basso to discuss the new D&D deck building game, Tyrants of the Underdark and speculate on upcoming settings and storylines for the tabletop RPG. This podcast was recorded on June 19, 2016. DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: Forgotten Realms 5000 Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes . It takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch! Links: The Tome Show on Facebook Round Table Live at Gen Con Knight Birds at Gen Con D&D...
Jun 20, 2016•49 min