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The Eldritch Lorecast

Ghostfire Gaming
Dungeons & Dragons
Tabletop Rpgs
Wizards Of the Coast
D&D Beyond
Daggerheart
Dungeons and Dragons
Critical Role
Tabletop Roleplaying Games
Ghostfire Gaming
Game Design
Roleplaying Games
Grim Hollow
Unearthed Arcana
Role-Playing Games
Pathfinder
Monster Manual
AI Art
Baldur's Gate 3
Tabletop Role-Playing Games
Magic the Gathering

Ben Byrne, Dael Kingsmill, Shawn Merwin, and Todd Kenreck bring you the latest tabletop hobby news, discussions on roleplaying game design, ideas for players and GMs, and share their passion for tabletop roleplaying games and the community! For More info be sure to check out ghostfiregaming.com.

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Latest Episodes

We're sharing HORROR stories from our early days GM'ing for D&D or other TTRPG's, giving tips on how to improve as a game master, and digging deeper into Vampire: The Masquerade on D&D Beyond.

Pre-order Vampire: The Masquerade - Bound by Blood: http... more

HUGE News this week with Vampire: the Masquerade landing on D&D Beyond while WotC reveals more of how Unearthed Arcana 5.5e playtesting works. Jennifer Kretchmer joins us to talk TTRPG accessibility, educating the next generation of game designers, a... more

Joined this week by special guest Logan, we question whether the FATE TTRPG is dying, chonky dragons in chonkier dice, Hasbro IP's coming to D&D 5.5e and how to survive your first Convention in style!

Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming... more

Is WotC listening to the community with the changes to D&D Beyond Drops? We meet the members of the D&D Advisory Group, Hasbro starts up an AI company, and Paizo are forced to make some difficult choices.

Grim Hollow now Available: ghostfire... more

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Jennifer Kretchmer
Industry professional featured on the podcast
Guest on The Eldritch Lorecast
Episode: #247. How Vampire: the Masquerade Landed on D&D Beyond!
Brennan Lee Mulligan
Guest host/guest star referenced as being on the show
Episode: #240. How to Transform D&D Adventure Modules to Other Settings!
Zach Cohn
From D&D Beyond (as discussed on the episode)
D&D Beyond
Episode: #232. A D&D Roadmap FINALLY Arrives and It Looks... Sick?
Zac Cohn
Product Manager for D&D Beyond Maps
D&D Beyond
Episode: #231. D&D Beyond FINALLY Fixes the 5.5e Confusion!
Brian Perry
Executive Producer
D&D Beyond
Episode: #231. D&D Beyond FINALLY Fixes the 5.5e Confusion!
Adam Cannavale
Guest from the cupboard, excited to be on the podcast
Episode: #209. Why the Hellfire Club is for EXPERIENCED D&D Players Only!
LaTia Jacquees
Returning guest, excited to be on the podcast
Episode: #209. Why the Hellfire Club is for EXPERIENCED D&D Players Only!
Erin Roberts
Prolific writer in the tabletop RPG industry
Ghostfire Gaming
Episode: #205. Are ALL D&D Adventures DESIGNED to be Linear?
Mike Shea
A prominent tabletop RPG designer and writer, known for his work in tabletop RPGs and his approach to game mastering.
Ghostfire Gaming
Episode: #203. Is D&D ACTUALLY Better Off After 3 years?

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 335 ratings
  • Great D&D podcast

    An amazing podcasts for TTRPG tips and industry news for players and DMs alike.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _Hello world
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • My go-to for tabletop role-playing game news. Definitely leans toward mainstream fantasy ttrpgs.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    ArtTheArt
    4 months ago
  • #1 in all the Realms!

    Very fun banter about the state of the industry

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    the Shepster
    United States9 months ago
  • Likes and thumbs and stars and stuff

    Great podcast! I cannot express just how much I love this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Akatoriz
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good Podcast

    This is a very good podcast. The content is good and the subject matter expertise is strong. My only critique would be that this group has an element of elitism where they ignore elements of the RPG community and only cover the things THEY think are cool (e.g., they are Daggerheart and Draw Steel fanboys but totally ignore other successful games like Shadowdark). Finally, one cast member over talks everyone else multiple times per episode - be better.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    LyonPryde13
    United Statesa year ago

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Camaraderie among hosts is a hallmark of the show, contributing to a relatable vibe for fans.
Shows strong industry context and lively banter that keeps discussions engaging.
Episodes mix news, analysis, and practical GM/player advice with enthusiasm and humor.
Hosts offer diverse perspectives and deep knowledge of RPG publishing.
Some listeners feel the show leans toward certain games or creators, which can feel exclusive.

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#95
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#105
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Apple Podcasts
#134
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Apple Podcasts
#63
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Apple Podcasts
#143
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Apple Podcasts
#191
Germany/Leisure/Games

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#240. How to Transform D&D Adventure Modules to Other Settings!
Q: What makes a good one-shot that can be dropped into an ongoing campaign?
Focus on a strong sample of one puzzle, a meaningful combat or two, and crucially include a mystery or hook that invites players back for more, so the adventure feels like a natural entry point rather than a standalone side quest.
#231. D&D Beyond FINALLY Fixes the 5.5e Confusion!
Q: How will future updates balance simplicity for new players with the complexity needed by veterans?
They plan iterative, user-tested enhancements like Quick Builder and modular features that scale with user needs, keeping the interface approachable while enabling deeper customization in the back end.
#231. D&D Beyond FINALLY Fixes the 5.5e Confusion!
Q: What practical tools are being added to Maps to improve DM prep and session documentation?
Maps will integrate DM prep tools, journals, and a unified content view to minimize tab-switching, with artifacts linked to adventures and metadata to help track what happened in sessions.
#231. D&D Beyond FINALLY Fixes the 5.5e Confusion!
Q: Why switch from 5e naming to 5.5e, and what practical changes does that bring for players?
The change clarifies which ruleset users are following and reduces confusion between older content and new core books, while making it easier to differentiate pre- and post-core-book material for play.
#223. New Year, New Co-Host, but Where's D&D in 2026?
Q: Do you know the email address for folks to email the podcast?
They would email podcast at ghostfiregaming.com.

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A lively, opinion-driven show that covers latest tabletop RPG industry news, design discussions, and practical play guidance. Across recent episodes, the crew debates business models for digital content, the evolving ecosystem around official and third-party publications, and the balance between ready-to-run material and homebrew flexibility. Unique strengths include a strong focus on D&D-adjacent publishing dynamics, candid industry observations, and a playful but informed banter style that helps listeners assess what products, tools, and ideas are worth paying attention to. Potential listeners who enjoy thoughtful debates on game design, publishing trends, and the hobby's community will likely find it particularly engaging, especially tho... more

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