Beste Eldritch podcasts (2024)

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#169. Why 2024 Was a Better Year for TTRPG's 56:49

12h ago56:49

56:49

The Eldritch Lorecast celebrates another year of D&D and the TTRPG industry with the Elly Awards! Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailydael James: @jamesjhaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: @ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 01:06 - Personal yearly highlights 07:03 - Biggest news of 2024 20:42 - Best TTRPG rel…

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The Unkind Fates - Episode 28 56:13

5d ago56:13

56:13

Richard walks in on an awkward situation. Thaddeus goes to the hospital, but thankfully all of the blood is where it's suppose to be -- inside of him. William and Oksana sort out their backstory. Meanwhile, Delilah pays her brother a visit. Damien (He/Him) as Delilah Taylor (She/Her). Cynthia (He, They, She) as Oksana Ushakova (She/Her). Sarah (She…

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013 - Husher's Peak - Lepus 51:03

16d ago51:03

51:03

Harkness reaches her destination. Rory checks in. Gage encounters someone strange. Cast: Rory Hall - Jeanette Engel Gage Ryker - Arik Furner Harkness Riddle - Joey Lugo Keeper - Josh Richter Support the show Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theeldritchhour Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/eldritch_thing Buy Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-eldritc…

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#168. How to Find Compatible Players for Your D&D Table? 1:08:26

7d ago1:08:26

1:08:26

Let's talk strategies for finding compatible players for your D&D table, how to design adventures that don't cater only for certain 5e classes, and how magic shops can add to the worldbuilding of your campaign. Late Pledge to Enchanting Emporiums: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/eldermancy/the-seekers-guide-to-enchanting-emporiums?ref=83s14q E…

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#167. An Honest Discussion about D&D Safety Tools 58:50

14d ago58:50

58:50

Are safety tools important for your D&D game? We discuss the pros and cons of deploying the X-card during a TTRPG, and reflect on the multimedia success of Critical Role, Daggerheart, and what they're planning next! This Effin GM's video about Safety Tools: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07dLCOgEjqE Critical Role article from Rolling Stone: https:…

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#166. D&D Beyond Publishes a Non-DnD Game! 1:00:43

21d ago1:00:43

1:00:43

The Lord of the Rings Roleplaying arrives on D&D Beyond, possibly opening the door for other "Valiant" non-D&D games? We try to solve the mystery of the Exodus tabletop game, Elon Musk hints at purchasing Hasbro, and how much should you prep your campaign before session 1? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: …

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The Unkind Fates - Episode 27 1:17:49

26d ago1:17:49

1:17:49

Delilah's day takes a dark turn as she discovers unsettling truths about her mother and a private investigator's surveillance. With Richard by her side, they investigate. Meanwhile, Thaddeus grapples with both physical and emotional burdens. Oksana and William confront their social ineptitude. Damien (He/Him) as Delilah Taylor (She/Her). Cynthia (H…

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#165. Dimension 20's EXPLOSIVE New TTRPG has Problems... 1:00:37

28d ago1:00:37

1:00:37

Bob World Builder joins once more to dissect Dimension 20's explosively free TTRPG, the MCDM Illrigger class makes it to D&D Beyond, WotC continue to talk video games, and Elon Musk tells Hasbro to "burn in hell". Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailydael Bob: @BobWorldBuilder Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor:…

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The Unkind Fates - Episode 26 1:19:29

1M ago1:19:29

1:19:29

The squad makes amends and makes a new plan while Delilah deals with family issues. Damien (He/Him) as Delilah Taylor (She/Her). Cynthia (He, They, She) as Oksana Ushakova (She/Her). Sarah (She/Her) as Thaddeus Cooper (He/Him). Jacob (He/Him) as William Hughes (He/Him). And Alex (He/Him) as Richard Bailey (He/Him)…

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#164. Bastions Are Good, Actually? Here's Why! 1:05:41

1M ago1:05:41

1:05:41

Bob World Builder joins the crew to briefly review the D&D 2024 Dungeon Master's Guide, Ben gushes about the Bastion system, Shawn still wants less world building, and Dael idolizes Indiana Jones! Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailydael Bob: @BobWorldBuilder Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: @ZsDante Topics:…

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#163. How Much D&D Prep is Too Much, and Why It’s Never Enough! 59:18

1M ago59:18

59:18

Where should you focus your DM prep when planning a D&D campaign? Will Bastions be included in future 5e adventure modules? Is AI art infiltrating boardgames? All that and more, right now! BoardGameWire article: https://tinyurl.com/BoardGameWireArticle Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailydael James: @ja…

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The Unkind Fates - Episode 25 1:07:51

2M ago1:07:51

1:07:51

The squad goes their separate ways for the night. Damien (He/Him) as Delilah Taylor (She/Her). Cynthia (He, They, She) as Oksana Ushakova (She/Her). Sarah (She/Her) as Thaddeus Cooper (He/Him). Jacob (He/Him) as William Hughes (He/Him). And Alex (He/Him) as Richard Bailey (He/Him)Door Eldritch Horror Squad Podcast

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#162. MASSIVE D&D Monster Changes Hinted on D&D Beyond! 56:10

2M ago56:10

56:10

A torrent of TTRPG news hits, including 5e 2024 monsters previewed on D&D Beyond, Critical Role touring the globe, DriveThruRPG increasing AI browsing features, and a new Ravenloft novel! Late Pledge Grim Hollow Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ghostfiregaming/grim-hollow?ref=5z40qv Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.c…

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012 - Husher's Peak - Vagari 53:04

2M ago53:04

53:04

Harkness recalls a grim fact about the town. Rory finds rest, and a secret. Gage searches for a place to lay his head. Cast: Rory Hall - Jeanette Engel Gage Ryker - Arik Furner Harkness Riddle - Joey Lugo Keeper - Josh Richter Support the show Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theeldritchhour Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/eldritch_thing Buy Merch: https:…

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#161. MASSIVE Shakeups at Hasbro Change D&D's Future! 1:02:29

2M ago1:02:29

1:02:29

Hasbro changes its corporate structure which leads to layoffs, new jobs, and a new future for D&D 5e. We also discuss which TTRPG will make you a better GM, and celebrate our Lorecast Halloween tradition! FINAL DAYS to back the Grim Hollow Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ghostfiregaming/grim-hollow?ref=5z40qv Email your questions …

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The Unkind Fates - Episode 24 1:03:51

2M ago1:03:51

1:03:51

Thaddeus gets some much needed medical help and has a trip. Delilah and Richard have a quick heart to heart. William and Oksana focus on the clean up. Damien (He/Him) as Delilah Taylor (She/Her). Cynthia (He, They, She) as Oksana Ushakova (She/Her). Sarah (She/Her) as Thaddeus Cooper (He/Him). Jacob (He/Him) as William Hughes (He/Him). And Alex (He…

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#160. What's So Great About the D&D 2024 DMG? 51:51

2M ago51:51

51:51

LIVE from Gamehole Con, the Eldritch Lorecast peaks inside the D&D 2024 Dungeon Master's Guide with LaTia Jacquise. It's a whole Dungeon Master toolbox filled with chase rules, the entire Greyhawk setting, and... doors? Back the Grim Hollow Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ghostfiregaming/grim-hollow?ref=5z40qv Email your questions…

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#159. How YouTube Destroys the Mental Health of Creators 1:02:26

2M ago1:02:26

1:02:26

Live from PAX Aus, the Eldritch Lorecast hosts a discussion about the toll YouTube takes on the mental health of D&D and Tabletop creators. Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @GhostfireGaming Trent: @Miscast Luna: @Luboffin Dave: @TabletopTime Dael: @MonarchsFactory __ Editor: @ZsDante…

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The Unkind Fate - Episode 23 1:25:14

3M ago1:25:14

1:25:14

Thaddeus lets go of an old friend. The squad licks their wounds. Damien (He/Him) as Delilah Taylor (She/Her). Cynthia (He, They, She) as Oksana Ushakova (She/Her). Sarah (She/Her) as Thaddeus Cooper (He/Him). Jacob (He/Him) as William Hughes (He/Him). And Alex (He/Him) as Richard Bailey (He/Him)Door Eldritch Horror Squad Podcast

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#158. Are Bastions Better than Strongholds & Followers? 59:29

3M ago59:29

59:29

After a quick convo about community etiquette and making the internet safer, we dive into the D&D 2024 DMG update and which Bastion system is right for you? Back the Grim Hollow Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ghostfiregaming/grim-hollow?ref=5z40qv Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailyd…

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011.1 - Husher's Peak - Videre 5:17

3M ago5:17

5:17

Project SARPA - Physician's Audio Log. June 10th, 1993. 11:56PM. Support the show Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theeldritchhour Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/eldritch_thing Buy Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-eldritch-hour Buy Music: https://lorehunter.bandcamp.com/album/music-from-the-eldritch-hour-vol-1 Join our discord: https://discord.g…

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#157. Is Less Detail Better for Building TTRPG Settings? 1:00:54

3M ago1:00:54

1:00:54

We explore our favorite TTRPG settings and what makes a good campaign setting, whether the 80's D&D cartoon will ever get a revival, and can 5e be played in low magic worlds? Back the Grim Hollow Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ghostfiregaming/grim-hollow?ref=5z40qv Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenB…

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The Unkind Fates - Episode 22 57:19

3M ago57:19

57:19

The squad faces off against Thaddeus' childhood friend. Damien (He/Him) as Delilah Taylor (She/Her). Cynthia (He, They, She) as Oksana Ushakova (She/Her). Sarah (She/Her) as Thaddeus Cooper (He/Him). Jacob (He/Him) as William Hughes (He/Him). And Alex (He/Him) as Richard Bailey (He/Him)Door Eldritch Horror Squad Podcast

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#156. Reinventing Strahd for the Modern World! 1:05:50

3M ago1:05:50

1:05:50

Kobold Press takes a strong stance on AI in the TTRPG industry, Adventurer's League integrates D&D 2024 into its organized play, and we redesign Strahd for the modern age! Follow the Grim Hollow Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ghostfiregaming/grim-hollow?ref=5z40qv Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenBy…

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#155. We Need to Talk About AI in D&D... Yes, Again! 1:04:50

3M ago1:04:50

1:04:50

Comments from Hasbro CEO ignites another discussion on AI tools in D&D, MCDM releases their creator license for Draw Steel, and we debate whether being a YouTuber helps or hinders success for TTRPG creators? Follow the Grim Hollow Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ghostfiregaming/grim-hollow?ref=5z40qv Email your questions to podcas…

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The Unkind Fates - Epsiode 21 1:54:00

3M ago1:54:00

1:54:00

The squad prepares for a fight, but they may have bit off more than they can chew. Damien (He/Him) as Delilah Taylor (She/Her). Cynthia (He, They, She) as Oksana Ushakova (She/Her). Sarah (She/Her) as Thaddeus Cooper (He/Him). Jacob (He/Him) as William Hughes (He/Him). And Alex (He/Him) as Richard Bailey (He/Him)…

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#154. The Ethics of RPG's Used as Military Training Tools 1:06:29

4M ago1:06:29

1:06:29

This week the Lorecast discusses the ethics of designing wargames for the military, discusses whether bounded accuracy supports a "heroic fantasy" ludonarrative, and revises the Grim Hollow transformation rules! Follow the Grim Hollow Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ghostfiregaming/grim-hollow?ref=5z40qv Check out People Make Game…

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011 - Husher's Peak - Fauces 58:37

4M ago58:37

58:37

Harkness takes a walk into town. Rory's safety comes into question. Gage searches for validation. Cast: Rory Hall - Jeanette Engel Gage Ryker - Arik Furner Harkness Riddle - Joey Lugo Keeper - Josh Richter Support the show Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theeldritchhour Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/eldritch_thing Buy Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/u…

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#153. Is Project Sigil a D&D Game Changer or a Gimmick? 1:07:23

4M ago1:07:23

1:07:23

Matt Colville joins the Lorecast to explore whether digital tools like D&D Beyond or Project Sigil actually improve tabletop gaming? Also, which action economy is right for you? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Shawn: @shawnmerwin Matt: @mcolville Editor: @ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 02:01 - Digital tools in T…

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010.1 - Husher's Peak - Clamamus 2:31

4M ago2:31

2:31

Another for the pile. Content Warnings: Violence Orphaning Brutality Murder ScreamsDoor T. Joshua Richter

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#152. Why Every TTRPG Should Be Publicly Developed 1:02:43

4M ago1:02:43

1:02:43

James Introcaso from MCDM joins us to talk Draw Steel and whether developing games publicly make for better TTRPG's? D&D Beyond and Paizo both walk back unpopular policies, and can RPG's have purely storytelling rules without dice? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne James: @JamesJHaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Big Jimb…

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010 - Husher's Peak - Negantia 53:39

4M ago53:39

53:39

Harkness settles in. Rory reaches respite. Gage reconciles his nature. Cast: Rory Hall - Jeanette Engel Gage Ryker - Arik Furner Harkness Riddle - Joey Lugo Keeper - Josh Richter Support the show Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theeldritchhour Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/eldritch_thing Buy Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-eldritch-hour Buy M…

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The Unkind Fates - Episode 20 1:58:33

4M ago1:58:33

1:58:33

Thaddeus reveals some of his past and asks for some much needed help. Damien (He/Him) as Delilah Taylor (She/Her). Cynthia (He, They, She) as Oksana Ushakova (She/Her). Sarah (She/Her) as Thaddeus Cooper (He/Him). Jacob (He/Him) as William Hughes (He/Him). And Alex (He/Him) as Richard Bailey (He/Him).…

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#151. What Deborah Ann Woll Teaches Us All About D&D 1:00:57

4M ago1:00:57

1:00:57

Good news and bad news in the TTRPG industry this week as D&D books are delayed, Geek & Sundry return, Paizo changes their 3rd party licensing, and Deborah Ann Woll teaches us all about roleplaying games! Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailydael James: @JamesJHaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: @ZsDante T…

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#150. Mistakes Were Made... 1:04:15

4M ago1:04:15

1:04:15

In the aftermath of Gen Con, a miscommunication from WotC leads to big trouble for D&D YouTubers. Meanwhile, a new record in TTRPG crowdfunding is being broken. Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Shawn: @shawnmerwin Dael: @dailydael James: @JamesJHaeck Editor: @ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Con drop 07:52 - Gen Con news recap 22:47 - Wot…

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#149. Talking D&D 2024 with the WotC Design Team 1:04:02

5M ago1:04:02

1:04:02

LIVE from Gen Con we explore the D&D 2024 Player's Handbook with WotC designers Makenzie De Armas and Justice Ramin Arman. We also get a sneak peak at Project Sigil, the D&D 3D VTT, and prepare ourselves to Draw Steel! Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Shawn: @shawnmerwin Makenzie: @MakenzieLaneDA Justice: @justi…

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The Unkind Fates - Episode 14: The Zoo Episode (Reupload) 4:18:30

5M ago4:18:30

4:18:30

Well.... Oksana's sticking to the plot. Cast: Damien (He/Him) as Delilah Taylor (She/Her). Cynthia (He, They, She) as Oksana Ushakova (She/Her). Sarah (She/Her) as Thaddeus Cooper (He/Him). Jacob (He/Him) as William Hughes (He/Him). And Alex (He/Him) as Richard Bailey (He/Him).Door Eldritch Horror Squad Podcast

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#148. We Spent an Hour Fixing D&D Exploration and Crafting 1:04:55

5M ago1:04:55

1:04:55

We dismantle the D&D 2024 crafting rules to discover why players like to craft, before diving in to fix the 5e exploration pillar and ask whether it's simply misunderstood? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailydael James: @JamesJHaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: @ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - New dragon types …

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#147. How To Get the D&D 2024 PHB Early! 53:55

5M ago53:55

53:55

The Eldritch Lorecast gets hype for Gen Con, where you can buy the first copies of the D&D 2024 Player's Handbook! What does the new president of WotC spell for the game's future? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailydael James: @JamesJHaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: @ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 04:4…

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The Unkind Fates - Episode 19 1:31:49

5M ago1:31:49

1:31:49

The squad finishes their personal affairs before meeting up with Thaddeus. Damien (He/Him) as Delilah Taylor (She/Her). Cynthia (He, They, She) as Oksana Ushakova (She/Her). Sarah (She/Her) as Thaddeus Cooper (He/Him). Jacob (He/Him) as William Hughes (He/Him). And Alex (He/Him) as Richard Bailey (He/Him).…

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#146. Why the New D&D Monk Isn't on Dael's Spangley List... 58:56

5M ago58:56

58:56

The new D&D Monk splits the Lorecast crew, Wizards of the Coast reshuffle their staff with a notable absence, and a new streaming service strives to compete with Twitch. Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailydael James: @JamesJHaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: @ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 06:14 - Monk 2…

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"Recurring with Breakfast" by Radar DeBoard | Ft. PhoenixFireYT, Silver Underworld, The Queen of Panic 17:52

6M ago17:52

17:52

A typical breakfast date turns creepy, as Jack confronts Ernesto about his disturbing dream. Slide into the diner booth and order up a greasy plate of hash browns. Join us for a collaborative nightmare adventure. 📖 STORY: "Recurring with Breakfast" by Radar DeBoard. Guest Narrators: "Phoenix Fire YT" as "Narrator" "The Panic Within" as "Waitress" "…

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#145. D&D's 3D VTT is Closer Than You Think! 1:02:21

6M ago1:02:21

1:02:21

A pre-order bonus for the D&D 3D VTT has us wondering how close it is and how WotC plan to monetize it? Are the new dragons an upgrade from the old? Wouldn't you like to custom make your character's species? Playtest Grim Hollow's heritage system: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_GHPG_2024_7_145 Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com B…

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The Unkind Fate - Episode 18 1:24:35

6M ago1:24:35

1:24:35

A funeral is afoot! Cast: Damien (He/Him) as Delilah Taylor (She/Her). Cynthia (He, They, She) as Oksana Ushakova (She/Her). Sarah (She/Her) as Thaddeus Cooper (He/Him). Jacob (He/Him) as William Hughes (He/Him). And Alex (He/Him) as Richard Bailey (He/Him).Door Eldritch Horror Squad Podcast

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#144. The D&D 2024 Ranger is... Well... It's a Thing! 56:16

6M ago56:16

56:16

There's a lot to say about the new 5e 2024 Ranger, and... well... it's a thing! We also review the new D&D 2024 spells and try to get more players into the GM chair. Sign up for Grim Hollow Kickstarter updates: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ghostfiregaming/grim-hollow?ref=3hjfbf Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com James: @Jam…

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#143. D&D 2024 is Looking Pretty Good... well, Except That! 1:03:12

6M ago1:03:12

1:03:12

The Eldritch Lorecast deep dives into the D&D 2024 previews to explore backgrounds, weapon mastery, heroic advantage, subclasses, and that one missed opportunity! Experience Grim Hollow on D&D Beyond: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_GHPG_2024_6_143 Follow the Grim Hollow Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ghostfiregaming/grim-hollow…

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#142. Fans Notice D&D Beyond Differences in Vecna: Eve of Ruin! 55:51

6M ago55:51

55:51

Fans notice differences in the D&D Beyond Vecna: Eve of Ruin, Chris Cocks submits to an amazingly awkward interview, and we ponder who the average TTRPG player is? Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailydael James: @JamesJHaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: @ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 01:52 - Player's Han…

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#141. The Influencer-fication of the TTRPG Industry 56:42

7M ago56:42

56:42

Do you need to be an Influencer to be a successful TTRPG designer? Is Roll20 buying Demiplane good for the RPG industry? Why has Dicebreaker stopped reporting on D&D? All that and more, right now... Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailydael James: @JamesJHaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: @ZsDante Topics:…

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#140. Will the WotC Controversies Ever STOP!? 58:51

7M ago58:51

58:51

Wizards of the Coast publish a job listing for an AI Engineer, the new D&D Dungeon Master's Guide has its cover revealed, and we might have found an official name for the MCDM RPG. Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.com Ben: @TheBenByrne Dael: @dailydael James: @JamesJHaeck Shawn: @shawnmerwin Editor: @ZsDante Topics: 00:00 - Intro 04:…

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The Unkind Fate - Episode 17 1:28:24

7M ago1:28:24

1:28:24

Delilah tells Elizabeth why there's tension between her and Oksana Richard visits his husband in the hospital Oksana returns to the apartment to continue her investigation into Prof. Finch's sudden illness Thaddeus spends the night watching over his nephew William gets a visit from an old friend Cast: Damien (He/Him) as Delilah Taylor (She/Her). Cy…

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