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Down in a Heap

Rob c
Dungeons & Dragons
OSR October
Ambition & Avarice 1e
Crowdfunding Projects
Secrets Of the Towers
Northeast Minneapolis
Tabletop Rpgs
Character Generation
3D6 Down the Line
A Visitor's Guide To the Rainy City
Alchemy
Fantasy Heartbreaker
Energy Drain
Alchemist Class
Potions
OSR
Ambition and Avarice
RPG Gaming
Rainy City
Role-Playing Games

A big pot of old school RPG stew. Cover art photo provided by Mathew Schwartz on Unsplash: unsplash.com/@cadop

PublishesDailyEpisodes314Founded7 years ago
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The Thaumaturgical subject today involves a method for creating minor magic items and scrolls in your OSR game through the spell, Embed.

Listening back to my last Monday Milieu, I realized I had completely forgotten one of my favorite settings, and maybe the best one created in the OSR era - the Midderlands by Glynn Seal of Monkeyblood Design. I also do a thumbnail on his adventure, C... more

A ramble about published campaign settings, both in the “official “ TSR era, plus the independent and OSR sphere. I talk about what I look for (and dislike) in a setting, and why I usually decide to make up my own.

What do you think about the whole prime requisite idea in old versions of D&D? Isn’t having a high score in an attribute already its own reward?

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Host of a podcast focusing on old school RPGs, sharing insights and experiences related to tabletop gaming.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • From the Beginning

    I've been listening to Rob since he began his podcast from the beautful MN. He's got a great sense of humor and shares his gaming experience in a way that makes you feel he's talking to you from across the table.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gothridge Manor
    United States4 years ago
  • Old School Gaming, mostly

    This is a wonderful podcast that mainly deals with old school gaming. B/X, Swords and Wizardry figure prominently but other things like Thieves World are also discussed are movies, music, and breakfast cereals.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Unhaapy_user
    United States4 years ago
  • I dig it

    Most Excellent podcast. Chill old school talk. Dig it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    InfiniteLongbox
    United States4 years ago
  • The Heap is sweet!

    Love Rob’s calm demeanor and the topics are really good . KeepUp the good work !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shekaka67
    United States4 years ago
  • Give it a shot

    Rob is a personal friend of mine, so let's get the bias out of the way :). This is a first shot at a podcast and I like his take on RPGs. I gave it a 4 because of the subject. A 5 will come when he gets his feet under him. Good work so far!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Oldschoolthrasher
    United States7 years ago

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Many find the content both educational and entertaining, making it a favorite among RPG enthusiasts.
Listeners appreciate the host's humor and storytelling style, feeling as if they are engaged in a casual conversation.
The podcast is praised for its nostalgic themes centered on old school gaming, resonating with long-time fans of the genre.
The calm demeanor of the host creates an inviting atmosphere, encouraging interaction and exploration of retro gaming topics.

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What is Down in a Heap about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the nostalgic elements of old school role-playing games (RPGs), this podcast provides an engaging exploration of various topics within the gaming community. Episodes feature discussions around specific game mechanics, character generation methods, and adapted campaign settings, along with insights on popular elements like dungeon design and storytelling in RPGs. Unique points of view are shared through personal anecdotes that emphasize the imaginative possibilities in gaming, appealing to both seasoned players and newcomers looking to engage with classic RPG themes.

Listeners can expect informative content that encourages creativity and adaptation in their gameplay experiences, making it an inviting space for those who apprecia... more

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Down in a Heap launched 7 years ago and published 314 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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