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Back to the Lair: Shadowdark, Cyberpunk Red, & GM Advice (S5E2)

We’re back for Season 5 of Lair of Secrets! On this episode, we take a look back at our favorite episodes of Season 4 including: We also look ahead into Season 5, which will include: Chapters 0:00 Welcome Back to the Lair – Season 5 Kicks Off0:30 Cyberpunk Red Recap – Flipping the Switch & […]

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Build Better Cities – Campaigns and Coffee

Building immersive cities for RPGs takes center stage on this episode, with inspiration from real-world examples like San Antonio’s Alamo and Chicago’s reversed river. We dive into tools and techniques for making cities that evolve, feel lived in, and resonate as characters within campaigns. From quirky city rivalries to handling disasters, this episode offers creative

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Ignite Your Next D&D Campaign – Campaigns & Coffee

In this episode, we brainstorm ways to launch your campaign without resorting to “they meet in a bar”. Providing fodder and inspiration is Greyhawk ’76, Ken’s upcoming D&D 2024 test drive campaign, and David’s just launched open table ShadowDark campaign. We talk about how to engage players through immediate conflict, emphasizing choice, and balancing proactive

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