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In this episode Sam, Jeff, and Mike talk about their games from June 2018. Thanks to our sponsor EASY ROLLER DICE Links: Sam on Twitter Sam on the Web (RPGMusings.com) Mike on Twitter Mike on the Web (SlyFlourish.com) Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

The Tome Show is proud to present the third episode of THE WORLD TREE BURNS - the only official 5th edition D&D actual play set in Midgard, the game world created and published by the brilliant designers at Kobold Press. This episode was produced by Encounter Roleplay and Kobold Press, and was livestreamed on the Encounter Roleplay twitch channel. The Tome Show is proud to be hosting the audio-only podcast version of the stream. The Tome Show is Sponsored by Easy Roller Dice, purveyors of fine gaming dice and tabletop accessories. Links: Encounter Roleplay Twitch Channel Kobold Press Midgard Campaign Setting Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Jeff, Mike, and Sam talk about their games from Mayl 2018. Thanks to our sponsor EASY ROLLER DICE Links: Sam on Twitter Sam on the Web (RPGMusings.com) Mike on Twitter Mike on the Web (SlyFlourish.com) Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

Your Host Jeremiah McCoy: http://jeremiahmccoy.com Questions should be emailed to [email protected] Sponsors: Easy Roller Dice SOURCES "The Death of Halpin Frayser" By Ambrose Bierce "The Sword of the Sorcerer" By Gardner Fox Lich First Appearance "The Death of Halpin Frayser" By Ambrose Bierce "The Sword of the Sorcerer" By Gardner Fox Original D&D Suppliment Greyhawk First Edition first appearance Monster Manual Further information "Blueprint For a Lich" in Dragon Magazine #26 First apperance of the Demi Lich and Acererak Tomb of Horrors Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Eric and Jeff discuss A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin. Thanks to our sponsor, Noble Knight Games! Links: Eric on Twitter Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

The Tome Show is proud to present the second episode of THE WORLD TREE BURNS - the only official 5th edition D&D actual play set in Midgard, the game world created and published by the brilliant designers at Kobold Press. This episode was produced by Encounter Roleplay and Kobold Press, and was livestreamed on the Encounter Roleplay twitch channel. The Tome Show is proud to be hosting the audio-only podcast version of the stream. The Tome Show is Sponsored by Easy Roller Dice, purveyors of fine gaming dice and tabletop accessories. Links: Encounter Roleplay Twitch Channel Kobold Press Midgard Campaign Setting Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

The Tome Show is proud to present the first episode of THE WORLD TREE BURNS - the only official 5th edition D&D actual play set in Midgard, the game world created and published by the brilliant designers at Kobold Press. This episode was produced by Encounter Roleplay and Kobold Press, and was livestreamed on the Encounter Roleplay twitch channel. The Tome Show is proud to be hosting the audio-only podcast version of the stream. The Tome Show is Sponsored by Easy Roller Dice, purveyors of fine gaming dice and tabletop accessories. Links: Encounter Roleplay Twitch Channel Kobold Press Midgard Campaign Setting Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Mike, Sam, and Jeff talk about their games from April 2018. Thanks to our sponsor EASY ROLLER DICE Links: Sam on Twitter Sam on the Web (RPGMusings.com) Mike on Twitter SlyFlourish.com Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Jeff and Tracy sit down with Jeremiah McCoy, Rabbit Stoddard, and Quinn Murphy to discuss the Midgard Heroes Handbook, published by Kobold Press for use with 5th edition D&D. Links: Jeremiah McCoy on the Web Jeremiah McCoy on Twitter Rabbit Stoddard on Twitter Rabbit Stoddard on the Web Rabbit Stoddard on G+ Quinn Murphy on Twitter Quinn Murphy on the Web Tracy on Twitter Tracy on the Web Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Jeff and Tracy sit down with Ginny Loveday, Shawn Merwin, and Ishmael Alvarez to discuss the rogue class in 5th edition D&D. Thank you to our sponser, Easy Roller Dice Bumper Music by Amy Vorpahl Links: Ginny Loveday on Twitter Shawn Merwin on Twitter Down with DnD Podcast Ishmael Alvarez on Facebook Ishmael Alvarez on Twitter Tracy on Twitter Tracy on the Web Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Jeff and Mike talk about their games from March 2018. Thanks to our sponsor Noble Knight Games where out of print is available again. Links: Mike on Twitter SlyFlourish.com Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Tracy and Eric discuss The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden. Thanks to our sponsor, Noble Knight Games! Links: Tracy on Twitter Tracy on the Web Eric on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Jeff, Eric, and Tracy discuss Neil Gaiman's 2005 best seller Anansi Boys. Thanks to our sponsor, Noble Knight Games! Links: Jeff G on Twitter Tracy on Twitter Tracy on the Web Eric on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Jeff and Mike talk about their games from February 2018. Thanks to our sponsor Noble Knight Games where out of print is available again. Links: Mike on Twitter SlyFlourish.com Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

HAPPY 300th EPISODE TOME SHOW LISTENERS!!!!! We are celebrating our 300th episode with a mega-show!! In this episode Jeff and Tracy are joined by Jeremiah McCoy, Ishmael Alvarez, and Allison Rossi to discuss D&D Beyond - the 5th edition digital toolset from Curse! Their discussion is followed by an interview with Adam Bradford, D&D Beyond's product director. Thank you to our sponser, Noble Knight Games! Bumper Music by Amy Vorpahl Links: D&D Beyond Adam Bradford on Twitter Jeremiah McCoy on the Web Jeremiah McCoy on Twitter Ishmael Alvarez on Facebook Ishmael Alvarez on Twitter Allison Rossi on Twitter Tracy on Twitter Tracy on the Web Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode, Jeff and Tracy sit down with Jeremiah McCoy and Louis Brenton to discuss the Warlock 5e zine patreon project by Kobold Press. Thank you to our sponser, Noble Knight Games! Bumper Music by Amy Vorpahl Links: Louis Brenton on Twitter Louis Brenton on the Web Jeremiah McCoy on the Web Tracy on Twitter Tracy on the Web Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Jeff and Tracy sit down with Brandes Stoddard, Ishmael Alvarez, and Louis Brenton to discuss the druid class in 5th edition D&D. Thank you to our sponser, Noble Knight Games! Bumper Music by Amy Vorpahl Links: Brandes Stoddard on Twitter Brandes Stoddard on the Web Brandes Stoddard at Tribality Ishmael Alvarez on Facebook Ishmael Alvarez on Twitter Louis Brenton on Twitter Louis Brenton on the Web Tracy on Twitter Tracy on the Web Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode, Jeff is joined by 3 exceptional guests - Paige Leitman (D&D Facebook moderator), David Hartlage (owner of DMDavid Blog), and Ryan Costello (host of Know Direction Podcast) - to discuss accessories at your gaming table. Each guest discusses 2 or 3 great additions to your table that you might want to check out. Thanks to our sponsor, Noble Knight Games! Links: Paige Leitman on Twitter Paige Leitman on Facebook DMDavid on the Web DMDavid on Facebook DMDavid on Twitter Know Direction on twitter Know Direction Podcast Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

I this episode Mike and Jeff are joined by Allison Rossi to talk about their games from January 2018. Links: Mike on Twitter SlyFlourish.com Allison on Twitter Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Jeff, Eric, and Tracy discuss Richard Lee Byers' The Captive Flame. Their discussion is followed by an interview with the author. Thanks to our sponsor, Noble Knight Games! Links: Richard Lee Byers on Twitter Richard Lee Byers on Facebook Jeff G on Twitter Tracy on Twitter Tracy on the Web Eric on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Jeff and Sam sit down with Brandes Stoddard and Dan Dillon to discuss the ranger class in 5th edition D&D. What was the basis for the first Ranger? What Ranger archetypes have been developed over the years? What is the best way to use the Ranger's spells and skills? Does the Beastmaster Ranger really suck? (Spoiler Alert: No, it doesn't!!) Thank you to our sponser, Noble Knight Games! Jeff's NK Pick of the Episode. DriveThruRPG link to By Flame, Storm, and Thorn Links: Dan Dillon on Twitter D&D 5e Group on Facebook Brandes Stoddard on Twitter Brandes Stoddard on the Web Brandes Stoddard on Tribality Sam Dillon on Twitter Sam Dillon on the Web Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode of the Monstrous Ecologist we tackle the dread Tarrasque, possibly the most dreaded monster in D&D lore. Your Host Jeremiah McCoy http://jeremiahmccoy.com Questions should be emailed to [email protected] Sponsors Noble Knight The Tome Show Patreon SOURCES The Golden Legend by Jacobus de Voragine originally published in 1260 Tarrasque first appearance Advanced Dungeons and Dragons Monster Manual 2 2nd Edition Monstrous Compendium Volume Two SJR4 Practical Planetology 3rd Edition Monster Manual 3.5 Monster Manual "Ecology of the Tarrasque" Dragon #359 4th edition Monster Manual 5th Edition Monster Manual Forgotten Realms Comics by DC Comics issues #5 through #8 -- Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Jeff Greiner sits down with Ginny Loveday and Paige Leitman to discuss sexual harassment and the gaming community. Does it still happen? What can you do if you witness harassment at a gaming event, convention, or home game? What can we do to make sure the people in our lives feel safe while gaming? Learn the answers to these questions and more! Links: Ginny Loveday on Twitter Ginny Loveday on Facebook Paige Leitman on Twitter Paige Leitman on Facebook Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode, Tracy, Jeff, and Eric are joined by Jeff Wikstrom to discuss Skullsworn by Brian Staveley. Links: Jeff Wikstrom on the Web Jeff Wikstrom on Twitter Jeff G on Twitter Tracy on Twitter Tracy on the Web Eric on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

I this episode Sam, Jeff, and Mike talk about their games from December 2017. Links: Mike on Twitter SlyFlourish.com Sam on Twitter RPG Musings Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode, Tracy, Jeff, and Eric discuss The Verdant Passage, book 1 of the Prism Pentad series by Troy Denning. Their review is followed by an interview with the author! Links: Troy Denning on Twitter Jeff on Twitter Tracy on Twitter Tracy on the Web Eric on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Jeff sits down with the Tome Show's Social Media Guru, Ishmael Alvarez, Total Party Thrill Podcast host I-Hsien, and The Basics of the Game's Jeremiah McCoy to discuss Wizards of the Coast's latest 5e D&D release, Xanathar's Guide to Everything. This group pulls no punches as they talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly found in this guide! Links: Xanathar's Guide on Amazon (Affiliate Link) Ishmael Alvarez on Facebook Fat Goblin Games I-Hsien on Twitter Total Party Thrill Podcast on Twitter Total Party Thrill Podcast on the Web Jeremiah McCoy on the Web The Basics of the Game Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode of the Monstrous Ecologist we tackle one of the oldest and one of the largest monsters in D&D, the Dragon Turtle! Your Host: Jeremiah McCoy http://jeremiahmccoy.com Questions should be emailed to [email protected] Thank you to our sponsors: Noble Knight Games SOURCES Chinese Mythology, A to Z by Jeremy Roberts Wu Za Zu, Xie Zhaozhe (note: I could only find excerpts of English translations. The full book is hard to acquire.) Chinese Art, Stephen W. Bushell Dragon Turtles first appearance: Dungeons and Dragons Original Edition; Book 2 held the first image and Book 3 had the first description of the monster. Advanced Dungeons and Dragons Monster Manual 2nd Edition Monster Manual 3rd Edition Monster Manual 3.5 Monster Manual (note: there are no 4th edition Dragon Turtle official write ups) 5th Edition Monster Manual Links: Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Jeff and Tracy sit down with guests Ishmael Alvarez, Mike Shea, and Sam Dillon to discuss map use in your D&D games. The use of maps and minis necessarily differs from so-called theater of the mind play, and this group discusses the ins and outs of both methods. Lots of great tips and advice come out the discussion no matter which style you prefer. Links: Sly Flourish's Guide to Narrative Combat in 5e D&D Mike on Twitter SlyFlourish.com Ishmael Alvarez on Facebook Sam on Twitter RPG Musings Tracy on the Web Tracy on Twitter Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

I this episode Jeff, Mike, and Sam talk about their games from November 2017. Included in their campaign talk is a quick discussion on how to traverse a maze-like enviornment or a long journey without resorting to throwing a meaningless random encounter at the party every time the PCs get lost. Links: Mike on Twitter SlyFlourish.com Sam on Twitter RPG Musings Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this Episode, Jeff sits down with Matt Mercer, DM of the very popular Critical Role Podcast and creator of the Tal'Dorei Campaign Setting (listen to our review of the book in Tome episode 289). Matt talks D&D - how did he get started with RPG gaming, answers whether he enjoys playing or DMing more, and talks about the carzy ride of being on a popular D&D video-cast! Thanks to our sponsor: Noble Knight Games - where out of print is available again! Be sure to tell them that the Tome Show sent you! Thanks to Amy Vorpahl for our opening bumper music! Links: Matt Mercer's You Tube Channel Geek & Sundry Critical Role Podcast Page Matt Mercer on Twitter Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode, Jeff and Tracy sit down with Allison Rossi and Jonathan Green to talk about the latest D&D hardcover adventure book, Tomb of Annihilation. They discuss the story elements, main villains, timing constraints, death curse, the trap filled final dungeon, and everything in between. Is it worth the price? Listen to this episode to find out! Links: Allison on Twitter Jon on Twitter Tracy on the Web Tracy on Twitter Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Jeff is joined by two Tome Show newbies - Simon Oberbrinkmann and Jason Shamblin - to talk about rebinding damaged D&D books. The 5e D&D core books are notorious for falling apart due to the glue used in the binding process. What can you do do when this happens? Other than Calling Wizards of the Coast's customer service line, you can rebind your books yourself, or have a local shop do it. Listen to this episode to hear more! Here are images of the rebound books discussed in the episode: Spiral Bound by local office supply store: Professionally Bound book 1 Professionally Bound book 2 Sleeve Bound Sleeve Bound comparison to hardcover PHB Links: Simon on Twitter Jason on Twitter Bumper Music by Amy Vorpahl Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Mike, Sam, and Jeff talk about their games from September and October 2017. Included in their campaign talk is a quick discussion on how to increase the feeling of oddness in a setting, how to provide a good experience to your players when their PCs are on a long journey, and what to do when the PCs decide NOT to engage with a powerful enemy. Links: Mike on Twitter SlyFlourish.com Sam on Twitter RPG Musings Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Jeff and Tracy are joined by an all star cast! Their guests are Dan Dillon, a prolific freelancer who publishes most of his work with Kobold Press, Shawn Merwin, who hosts the Down with D&D Podcast and writes for the Adventurer's League, and Stephen Radney-MacFarland, a former D&D designer who now designs for Paizo Publishing! This motley group has a lively discussion about alignment in your games - a bit on the history of alignment systems, how they have evolved over the different editions of the game, if you should use them, why you should use them, how you should use them - the good, the bad, and the ugly! Thank you to our sponsor NOBLE KNIGHT Links: Stephen Radney-MacFarland Delve RPG Shawn Merwin on Twitter Down with D&D Podcast Dan Dillon on Twitter Jeff on Twitter Tracy on Twitter Tracy on the Web Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode of Performance Check, Jon interviews James Introcaso and Rudy Basso, creators and performers of “Have Spellbook, Will Travel” Performance Check is a monthly show focused on how to be better roleplayers. Some shows focus on skills to use at the table to make more interesting and memorable characters that shine. We'll also be interviewing players from Actual Play podcasts and Twitch streams, learning how they have crafted their characters and what we can learn from them. Performance Check isn't about mechanics or making the best build or the most technical character, it's about making characters that people remember and love for years to come Have Spellbook, Will Travel: https://dontsplitthepodcastnetwork.com/have-spellbook-will-travel/ @havespellbook Don’t Split the Podcast Network https://dontsplitthepodcastnetwork.com/ @dontsplitthepod Guests: James Introcaso @JamesIntrocaso http://www.worldbuilderblog.com Rudy Basso @RudyBasso Host: Jon Green @jon_m_green Edge of the Frontier: http://drivethrurpg.com/product/210290/Edge-of-the-Frontier Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

Our effort to catch up on backlogged book club episodes continues! In this episode, Tracy, Jeff, and Eric discuss The Secrets of Solace by Jaleigh Johnson. Thank you to the sponsor fo this episode: Noble Knight Links: Jaleigh Johnson on the Web Jeff Twitter Tracy Twitter Tracy Web Eric Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Jeff and Tracy are joined by Emylie Bonneville, Aaron Good, and Ishmael Alvarez to review the Tal'Dorei Campaign Setting book published by Green Ronin for use with 5th edition D&D. After the review and discussion, Jeff and Tracy sit down with James Haeck, one of the lead authors of the book. Thanks to our Sponsor Noble Knight! Links: Tal'Dorei Campaign Setting Publisher Page Aaron Good on Twitter Emylie Bonneville on Twitter Ishmael Alvarez on Facebook Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

The Book Club is BACK!! In this episode, Tracy, Jeff, and Eric are joined by Geoffrey Wynn to discuss Erin M. Evan's latest Brimstone Angels novel, The Devil You Know. The discussion is followed by an interview with Erin. Thank you to the sponsor fo this episode: OpenGamingStore.com Links: Erin M. Evans Web Erin M. Evans Twitter Appendix N Podcast Jeff Twitter Tracy Twitter Tracy Web Eric Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this Episode, Jeff sits down with Amy Vorpahl, actor, musician, D&D lover and roleplaying afficianado! They talk about her entry into the gaming sphere, how she started playing RPGs, her work with Geek & Sundry, and a bunch of other fun RPG related stuff! Thanks to our sponsor: Noble Knight Games - where out of print is available again! Be sure to tell them that the Tome Show sent you! Thanks to Amy Vorpahl for our opening bumper music! Go watch the DM's Lament! Links: Saving Throw channel on You Tube Amy Vorpahl on the Web Amy Vorpahl at Geek & Sundry Amy Vorpahl on Twitter Amy Vorpahl on Instagram Songs in the Key of D&D at Apple iTunes store Songs in the Key of D&D on cdbaby Songs in the Key of D&D on Amazon Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

I this episode Sam, Jeff, and Mike talk about their games from August 2017. This is followed by a brief discussion about balancing encounters, giving players hints when a foe is too powerful, and the difference between a dice roll (new school) and a description of PC action (old school). Thanks to our sponsor for this episode: Noble Knight Links: Mike on Twitter SlyFlourish.com Sam on Twitter RPG Musings Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

This is the debut episode of one of the Tome Show's new feature programs - The Monstrous Ecologist! In this episode your host, Jeremiah McCoy, tackles one of the most iconic monsters of D&D - the Beholder! Eye of the Beholder (phrase meaning) Interview with Gary Gygax Thank you to our sponsor for this episode - Noble Knight Games Where the Beholder has appeared: Original D&D Supplement 1: Greyhawk Advanced D&D 1e Monster Manual Dragon Magazine issue 76 D&D 2e Monstrous Manual I Tyrant D&D 3e Monster Manual I D&D 3.5 Monster Manual I D&D 4e Monster Manual D&D 5e Monster Manual Volo's Guide to Monsters Show Links: Jeremiah on the Web Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode, Mike and Sam from Behind the DM Screen invade the Tome and talk to Jeff about decluttering your gaming shelf. Thanks to our sponsor: Noble Knight Games - which can help YOU declutter by buying your unwanted gaming books and accessories. Be sure to tell them that the Tome Show sent you. Thanks to Amy Vorpahl for our opening bumper music! Links: Mike on Twitter SlyFlourish.com Sam on Twitter RPG Musings Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode of Performance Check, Jon and Emylie lead a panel discussion discussing the role of gender and sexuality in rpgs, and how to approach it Performance Check is a monthly show focused on how to be better roleplayers. Some shows focus on skills to use at the table to make more interesting and memorable characters that shine. We'll also be interviewing players from Actual Play podcasts and Twitch streams, learning how they have crafted their characters and what we can learn from them. Performance Check isn't about mechanics or making the best build or the most technical character, it's about making a character that people remember and love for years to come Please visit our Sponsor http://www.nobleknight.com Guests: Chuck - @InnocuousChuck Dani - @dirty_daylight Liz Brink - @d20blonde, http://d20blonde.tumblr.com , @playbettercast Amber - @rocketorca @shapeshiftcast http://geekspective.com/category/main/geekspective-presents/shapeshift/ http://geekspective.com/category/main/geekspective-presents/evil-is-as-evil-does/ Hosts: Jon Green Twitter: @jon_m_green http://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/210290/Edge-of-the-Frontier?term=edge+of+the+frontier Emylie Twitter: @mistressmylie4 Network: [email protected] http://www.thetomeshow.com Jeff on Twitter Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode Jeff and Sam sit down with Aaron Good to discuss Amy Vorpahl's new album, Songs in the Key of D&D. Their review and discussion is followed by an interview with Amy Vorpahl herself. The Tome Show is a family friendly show, but an editorial decision was made to leave in some explicit language, rather than bleep it out in editing - we hope it doesn't offend, but consider yourself warned! Thank you to our sponsor for this episode: Noble Knight Games Links: Saving Throw channel on You Tube Amy Vorpahl on the Web Amy Vorpahl at Geek & Sundry Amy Vorpahl on Twitter Amy Vorpahl on Instagram Songs in the Key of D&D at Apple iTunes store Songs in the Key of D&D on cdbaby Songs in the Key of D&D on Amazon Aaron Good on Twitter Sam on the Web Sam on Twitter Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode, Jeff and Tracy sit down with Jeremiah McCoy to talk D&D 5e PDFs!! Thank you to our sponsor for this episode: Noble Knight Games Links: Jeremiah on the Web Jeremiah on You Tube Tracy on Twitter Tracy on the Web Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this Episode, Jeff sits down with Stan! (a.k.a Steven Brown) to talk about his entry into the gaming industry, how he started playing RPGs, his time at TSR, and a bunch of other fun RPG related stuff! Thank you to our Sponsor: Easy Roller Dice Links: Stan! on twitter Stan! on Facebook Stan! on the Web Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

In this episode of Performance Check, Jon interviews the cast of NeoScum, a Shadowrun Actual Play podcast on the OneShot Network. We discuss how the characters and show came about, and discuss playing characters in a rules-heavy system Performance Check is a monthly show focused on how to be better roleplayers. Some shows focus on skills to use at the table to make more interesting and memorable characters that shine. We'll also be interviewing players from Actual Play podcasts and Twitch streams, learning how they have crafted their characters and what we can learn from them. Performance Check isn't about mechanics or making the best build or the most technical character, it's about making a character that people remember and love for years to come Please visit our Sponsor http://www.nobleknight.com Guests: NeoScum - http://neoscum.libsyn.com @NeoScum The One ShotNetwork: http://oneshotpodcast.com Blair Britt [Zenith] - @blair_britt ; thecrowdtheatre.com Eleni Sauvageau [Pox] - @Electriceleni Casey Toney [Tech Wizard] - @CaseyPoney Mike Migdall [Dak Rambo] - @ItsMigdallTime; https://www.twitch.tv/itsmigdalltime Gannon Reedy [Game Master] - @gannonreedy ; https://www.facebook.com/runawayslab/ Hosts: Jon Green Twitter: @jon_m_green http://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/210290/Edge-of-the-Frontier?term=edge+of+the+frontier Network: [email protected] http://www.thetomeshow.com

In this episode, Jeff, Mike, and Sam talk about their games from July 2017, and follow it up with a discussion about maps, minis, and Dwarven Forge in your game. Thanks to our sponsor for this episode: Noble Knight Links: Mike on Twitter SlyFlourish.com Sam on Twitter RPG Musings Jeff on Twitter Thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow

Performance Check is a monthly show focused on how to be better roleplayers. Some shows focus on skills to use at the table to make more interesting and memorable characters that shine. We'll also be interviewing players from Actual Play podcasts and Twitch streams, learning how they have crafted their characters and what we can learn from them. Performance Check isn't about mechanics or making the best build or the most technical character, it's about making a character that people remember and love for years to come Please visit our Sponsor http://www.nobleknight.com Guests: Tony Byrne Twitter: @totana42x [email protected] spiltmilktheatre.co.uk Edinburgh Fringe Festival: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/adulting David Marino Twitter: @DLM_Consulting [email protected] http://www.davidlouismarino.com http://www.improvboston.com/users/davidmarino Improv Boston Fundrasier: http://www.improvboston.com/IB35 Hosts: Jon Green Twitter: @jon_m_green Instagram: Jon_M_Green http://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/210290/Edge-of-the-Frontier?term=edge+of+the+frontier Émylie Bonneville Twitter: @mistressmylie4 Instagram: MistressMylie Network: [email protected] http://www.thetomeshow.com Patreon.com/thetomeshow