Episodes
In this episode we discuss the variety of ways you can generate stats for your characters as well as the pros and cons of each. Riveting stuff, I know.     Produced by Leisure Illuminati
Published 11/14/21
Published 11/14/21
In this episode we discuss why most D&D games take a medieval inspired setting and how we can change it up.   Produced by Leisure Illuminati
Published 10/29/21
This week we sit down with Tyler from RPGBot again as James was not feeling well. We discuss multiclassing and all the ways we can abuse it. Apologies for the rough audio on our end. Technology is a harsh mistress.   Produced by Leisure Illuminati  
Published 10/16/21
In this episode we talk about languages and how they are used, both effectively and just terribly.   Produced by Leisure Illuminati  
Published 09/17/21
In this episode we talk about dealing with minmaxers in your party with special guest Tyler from RPGBot!   Check him out here: https://rpgbot.net/dnd5/ And give their podcast a listen here: https://rpgbot.net/podcast/   Produced by Leisure Illuminati
Published 09/04/21
Why are poisons in 5e so dull?! WE try and solve that problem cause we are not in any way psychopathic.   Music Used: Title Theme: Tavern by PeriTune https://soundcloud.com/sei_peridot   Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)    Follow us on twitter: @Crit_Fails
Published 08/21/21
In this episode we discuss the finer points of introducing a new character to the group.   Music Used: Title Theme: Tavern by PeriTune https://soundcloud.com/sei_peridot   Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)    Follow us on twitter: @Crit_Fails
Published 08/07/21
In this episode we discuss how to use charisma checks effectively and why they are so weird in 5e. Also we do Classifieds: Evil Billionaire edition.   Music Used: Title Theme: Tavern by PeriTune https://soundcloud.com/sei_peridot   Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)    Follow us on twitter: @Crit_Fails
Published 07/24/21
In this episode we discuss how LESSER RESTORATION RUINS EVERYTHING. (And diseases too I guess). And the return of a new Character Corner segment!   Music Used: Title Theme: Tavern by PeriTune https://soundcloud.com/sei_peridot   Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)    Follow us on twitter: @Crit_Fails
Published 07/16/21
In this episode we discuss the ways in which to effectively run player factions or whether you should at all. Plus Campaign of Mystery shenanigans.   Music Used: Title Theme: Tavern by PeriTune https://soundcloud.com/sei_peridot   Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)    Follow us on twitter: @Crit_Fails
Published 07/03/21
In this week's episode we discuss the finer points of insight and how maybe we can use it better or differently. Apologies for my sounding like i'm in a tin can.   Music Used: Title Theme: Tavern by PeriTune https://soundcloud.com/sei_peridot   Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)    Follow us on twitter: @Crit_Fails
Published 06/25/21
We're back! After a long hiatus we have returned with more episodes. Apologies for the long break. Moving to a new place and getting settled with work and everything can sometimes get in the way. In this episode we discuss celestials, fitting since me and Colby are now in the City of Angels!
Published 06/19/21
In this episode we discuss the different kinds of undead and how we used them in our games. Also Colby digs up another homebrew race off dandwiki. Happy 2021! Music Used:Title Theme:Tavern by PeriTunehttps://soundcloud.com/sei_peridot Music from https://filmmusic.io:"Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)  Follow us on twitter: @Crit_Fails
Published 01/15/21
In this episode we discuss the finer points of running mass combats and how to (not) do them effectively. Music Used:Title Theme:Tavern by PeriTunehttps://soundcloud.com/sei_peridot Music from https://filmmusic.io:"Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)  Follow us on twitter: @Crit_Fails
Published 12/11/20
In this episode we discuss how to handle when your players breeze through a seemingly challenging encouter and other fun tidbits with the one and only Caldwell Tanner from NaDDpod! (I know I can't believe it either). Music Used:Title Theme:Tavern by PeriTunehttps://soundcloud.com/sei_peridot Music from https://filmmusic.io:"Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)  Follow us on twitter: @Crit_Fails
Published 11/27/20
In this episode, we bring back our old friend Matt for a look at our first sessions we ever ran and what we learned from them.  Music Used:Title Theme:Tavern by PeriTunehttps://soundcloud.com/sei_peridot Music from https://filmmusic.io:"Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)  Follow us on twitter: @Crit_Fails
Published 11/20/20
In this special episode we discuss the use and abuse of wishes with our special guest Runesmith! please check out his youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCweFJojRAFuxyYxe4KHL8vw Music Used:Title Theme:Tavern by PeriTunehttps://soundcloud.com/sei_peridot Music from https://filmmusic.io:"Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)  Follow us on twitter: @Crit_Fails 
Published 11/12/20
In this episode we discuss running small games for one or two people and the challenges such games present. Featuring the amazing B. Dave Walters! Somehow! Is this real life? Thanks again Dave, was a lot of fun! Music Used:Title Theme:Tavern by PeriTunehttps://soundcloud.com/sei_peridot Music from https://filmmusic.io:"Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)  
Published 10/29/20
In this episode we discuss DM biases and how to avoid or embrace them in your games. Apologies for the bad audio on this one, James' mic broke and had to use his computer mic which picked up mine and Colby's voices a bit. I did my best to edit around it. Thanks for understanding and next episode should have better quality! Music Used:Title Theme:Tavern by PeriTunehttps://soundcloud.com/sei_peridot Music from https://filmmusic.io:"Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)  Follow...
Published 10/23/20
In today's episode we discuss the finer points of leveling up your party and how to fail spectacularly. Featuring special guest Feltheleb! Please check out his wonderful youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRgerkcASDuOL0dU_hY3LEg Music Used:Title Theme:Tavern by PeriTunehttps://soundcloud.com/sei_peridot Music from https://filmmusic.io:"Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)  Follow us on twitter: @Crit_Fails 
Published 10/08/20
In this episode we discuss the problems and advantages of the 5e initiative system and suggest possible alternatives.You can find the rules to griffyglyph's active intiative system that we discuss here:https://giffyglyph.com/darkerdungeons/rules/active_initiative.html Music Used:Title Theme:Tavern by PeriTunehttps://soundcloud.com/sei_peridot Music from https://filmmusic.io:"Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)  Follow us on twitter: @Crit_Fails
Published 09/17/20
In this episode we discuss the use of so called "DM Magic". What is it and is it ok to use it? Also Colby gets a nasty surprise. Music Used:Title Theme:Tavern by PeriTunehttps://soundcloud.com/sei_peridot Music from https://filmmusic.io:"Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) 
Published 09/04/20
In this episode we discuss the ACTUAL rules of stealth and hiding in D&D that you may have missed as well as the finer points of player vs player scenarios.  Music Used:Title Theme:Tavern by PeriTunehttps://soundcloud.com/sei_peridot Music from https://filmmusic.io:"Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)  Follow us on twitter: @Crit_Fails
Published 08/20/20
In this episode we discuss the ins and outs of puzzle and trap design as well as the numerous pitfalls you can fall into. (see what I did there?) Music Used:Title Theme:Tavern by PeriTunehttps://soundcloud.com/sei_peridot Music from https://filmmusic.io:"Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)  Follow us on twitter: @Crit_Fails
Published 08/08/20