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The DM‘s Book Club

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Dungeons & Dragons
Inner Planes
Paraelemental Planes
Quasi-Elemental Planes
Elemental Plane Of Earth
Elemental Plane Of Fire
Planescape
The Boundless Blue
Air Elementals
Great Wheel Cosmology
Elemental Planes
Djinn
City Of Brass
Negative Energy Plane
Positive Energy Plane
Magma
Ice
Ooze
Quests
The Anvil

Do you like a good book? Do you like Dungeons & Dragons? Fancy combining them? Us too! Come join Fiona & Hamilton for ‘The DM’s Book Club’: a weekly podcast where we read about some Dungeons and Dragons and discuss how we might include it in our role-playing campaigns!

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Apologies for the technical difficulties on Fiona's audio during the last third of the episode.

This week, Hamilton runs Fiona through 'Avatar of the Blood God': the solo adventure from his Mork Borg Mega Zine: Omen of the Blood God.

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This week, Hamilton runs Fiona through 'Avatar of the Blood God': the solo adventure from his Mork Borg Mega Zine: Omen of the Blood God.

'Ascend to your rightful place in the pantheon of your god! Gain the artefacts you require before t... more

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This week Fiona and guest co host Tay from The Backwater Bastards explore the ins and outs of Dialect: A Game About Language and How It Dies.

From the 'Dialect' game bio:

'Dialect is a game about an isolated community, their language, ... more

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This week, Fiona and guest co host Matt discuss 'Daggerheart', a fantasy tabletop roleplaying game of brave heroics and vibrant worlds. Powered by an innovative card and Duality Dice design, Daggerheart blends tactical depth with narrati... more

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Recent Guests

Tay Van Biljon
A passionate tabletop RPG player and podcast guest.
Episode: Bonus: For the Queen!
Benjamin Gray
Host of Roleplay Retcon
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Episode: Bonus: Cook yourself! The Tasty Lands of Silverplate 5E Pt. 1
Michelle Kelly
Actor, voice actor and TTRPG performer
EUphoria
Episode: Bonus: FLASHBACK! Blades in the Dark!
Michael Schofield
Former librarian and role-playing game enthusiast
Episode: Bonus: Do you have what it takes? Grits & Glory
Shamini Bundell
TTRPG player and content creator, known for her engaging character performances and commentary on role-playing games.
Episode: Bonus: Put a hat on! Keeping in character!
Naomi Clark
A consummate D&D player and guest host.
Episode: Bonus: Contacting your deity is but a mere D100 roll away! Clerics!
Liz Campbell
Guest roleplaying enthusiast and podcaster
Realms of Peril and Glory
Episode: Bonus: So what do you want to do? Proactive Roleplaying!

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Fiona
Co-host of The DM's Book Club, she brings a humorous and engaging perspective on tabletop RPGs and storytelling.
Hamilton
Co-host of The DM's Book Club, he contributes extensive insights into game mechanics and role-playing narrative.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Nice and Fun

    It’s a great and very interesting Podcast.I love the humour of the hosts.Really good stuff always

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BelliPeritus
    Germany9 months ago
  • Really great podcast

    Fiona and her co-hosts provide a unique insight into RPGs. This is really worth listening to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chromosome21
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Beans

    The beans beans but really you gotta listen to this show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dead toothbrush
    Germany2 years ago
  • A Perfect Listen for DMs Needing Inspiration

    As a DM I’ve used tons of different suggestions and ideas Fiona and her guests come up with in the show! A perfect show to listen to when you’re planning on a new story arc and looking for ideas on how to incorporate new races, planes, monsters, and more! A pleasure to listen to and an incredibly useful tool in my DM toolbox.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Derrick - @hn2dm
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the humor and insights shared by the hosts, often finding the content relatable and engaging.
Feedback highlights the show's value in providing practical advice for role-playing game setups and character development.
Many enjoy the combination of lighthearted banter with in-depth analysis of gaming mechanics and storytelling techniques.

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#129
China/Leisure/Games
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#150
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Apple Podcasts
#215
Austria/Leisure/Games

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Bonus: A Cozy Murder Mystery! Brindlewood Bay!
Q: What did you find appealing about the Maven moves in the game?
I love the idea that players can create unique characters based on old detectives, allowing for a mix of humor and depth in the scenario.
Bonus: A Cozy Murder Mystery! Brindlewood Bay!
Q: What are your thoughts on the combination of cozy mysteries and Lovecraftian horror in Brindlewood Bay?
I think it works really well as a slow burn where players gradually uncover the horror elements, but it's crucial that this expectation is set at the beginning.
Episode #8: Yes AND! Improv For Gamers 2nd Edition
Q: How did you get into tabletop role-playing games?
I got into tabletop role-playing games mostly through actual plays, roughly a little bit before 2020, watching a lot of Critical Role.
The GM's Book Club: Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay (WFRP)4th Edition!
Q: What is Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay in a nutshell?
It is a game built on old school sword and sorcery vibes, focusing on a gritty, low-fantasy world where characters aren't heroes but everyday people facing horrific challenges.
Bonus: Do you have what it takes? Grits & Glory
Q: Michael, how did you start with RPGs?
I started back in the role-playing rooms in Yahoo Chat in late 1996, engaging in collaborative storytelling with others online.

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This podcast offers a lively exploration into the realms of Dungeons & Dragons, intertwining literature and gaming. Hosts Fiona and Hamilton delve into various tabletop role-playing games, sharing insights on character development, game mechanics, and unique storylines. Throughout their episodes, they highlight different RPG systems, from Dungeons & Dragons to more niche titles like Mork Borg and Brindlewood Bay, often emphasizing the significance of narrative and character interaction in gameplay. The podcast distinguishes itself with its humorous and lighthearted take on the gaming community while also addressing the broader implications of gaming culture and storytelling. Listeners will find a rich blend of discussions that not only ente... more

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