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Round Table 129 - Actual Play and Deep Magic

James Introcaso sits down with Liz Theis, Dave Gibson, James Haeck, and Chris Sniezak to compare, contrast, and review the Dungeons and Dragons actual play series Dice, Camera, Action, Force Grey: Giant Hunters, and Acquisitions Incorporated: The Series. Then it's an interview with game designer Chris Harris to discuss his rune magic chapter of Kobold Press' Deep Magic for fifth edition. This podcast was recorded on July 3 and 24, 2016. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes. It takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch! Noble Knight Pick of the Episode: The Gamers Live - Indianapolis 2012 DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: 5 Minute Workday Presents: The Beast Master Companion Links: The Tome Show on Facebook The Round Table Live at Gen Con Knight Birds at Gen Con Digital Future of D&D 5th Edition at Gen Con worldbuilderblog.me 5 Minute Workday Misdirected Mark Adventure A Week Encounter Roleplay Geek and Sundry EN5ider Gnome Stew Encoded Designs

Jul 25, 20161h 21m

Round Table 128 - D&D Movie, Innistrad, and Ponyfinder

James Introcaso sits down with Andrew Kane, Rudy Basso, Alex Basso, and Round Table newbie Phil Collins to discuss the latest D&D movie announcement and the D&D supplement for Magic: The Gathering's Innistrad setting. Then it's an interview with David Silver about his ongoing Kickstarter for fifth edition Ponyfinder. This podcast was recorded on July 12, 2016. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes. It takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch! DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: The Emporium of Uncanny Magic - Lost Potions Noble Knight Pick of the Episode: Magic the Gathering Vol. 1 Links: The Tome Show on Facebook The Round Table Live at Gen Con Knight Birds at Gen Con The Digital Future of 5th Edition D&D at Gen Con ENnie Awards D&D V&G Have Spellbook, Will Travel worldbuilderblog.me Ponyfinder Silver Games LLC

Jul 18, 201659 min

Pedro Barrenechea - Gamer to Gamer

James Introcaso sits down with game designer Pedro Barrenechea of Paradigm Concepts to discuss his love of games, career in gaming, Rotted Capes, the Arcanis campaign setting, the Forged in Magic Kickstarter, and a whole lot more. This podcast was recorded on July 5, 2016. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes. It takes 30 seconds and is a huge help! Noble Knight Pick of the Episode: Living Arcanis - Codex Arcanis Links: The Tome Show on Facebook ENnie Awards Round Table Live at Gen Con Knight Birds at Gen Con The Digital Future of 5th Edition D&D at Gen Con worldbuilderblog.me Fandible Podcast Winter Fantasy

Jul 13, 201649 min

Round Table 127 - Monte Cook

James Introcaso sits down with game designer Monte Cook of Monte Cook Games to discuss the tenth anniversary of Ptolus, players and game masters sharing the cost for RPG products, Numenara, The Strange, Gods of the Fall, No Thank You, Evil!, Gen Con, and more. This podcast was recorded on July 8, 2016. DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: 18 Cursed Magic Items Noble Knight Pick of the Episode: Monte Cook's World of Darkness Links: The Tome Show on Facebook The Round Table Live at Gen Con Knight Birds at Gen Con The Digital Future of 5th Edition D&D at Gen Con ENnie Awards worldbuilderblog.me Iron Crown Enterprises Monte Cook Games Store

Jul 11, 20161h 1m

The Appendix N Podcast - Episode 33 - The Stories of Conan by Robert E. Howard, Part 6

We close the book on the tales of Conan the Wanderer! Join us for our discussion of the final three tales ever written by Robert E. Howard about his famous character, including one of his finest stories, Red Nails. www.nobleknight.com “Beyond the Black River” published May - June 1935 in Weird Tales Fort Tuscan Balthus Zogar Sag, Pictish Wizard Cult of Jhebbal Sag “Shadows in Zamboula” (original title “The Man-Eaters of Zamboula”) published in Weird Tales in 1935 Zamboula black Darfarian cannibals Baal-pteor “Red Nails” published in Weird Tales from July to October 1936 Valeria of the Red Brotherhood cover illustration by Margaret Brundage Robert E. Howard died June 11, 1936 H. P. Lovecraft died March 15, 1937 My guest: Peter Foxhoven website - http://www.cromcountthedead.com Co-hosts: Jeffrey Wikstrom website - jeffwik.com email - [email protected] Geoffrey Winn twitter - @geoffreydwinn Email us with your comments! http://www.thetomeshow.com [email protected]

Jul 6, 20161h 22m

Round Table 126 - 5e Deep Magic and Strange Arcana

James Introcaso sits down with Wolfgang Baur and Steve Winter of Kobold Press to discuss the chapter-by-chapter release of Deep Magic for fifth edition. Then it's an interview with Ian Eller about his Kickstarter for the fictional game world of Strange Arcana. This podcast was recorded on June 29 and July 1, 2016. DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: The Five Temples of the Earth Mother Part 1: Sun and Moon Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes. It helps us a bunch. Links: Round Table Live at Gen Con Knight Birds at Gen Con Digital Future of 5th Edition D&D at Gen Con worldbuilderblog.me Kobold Press on Twitter Kobold Press on Facebook Steve Winter's Blog

Jul 4, 20161h 2m

Round Table 125 - The Awakened II

James Introcaso sits down with Hal Greenberg, Kevin Glusing, and Richard Lee Byers to discuss the ongoing Kickstarter for book II of The Awakened. This podcast was recorded on June 20, 2016. DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: Castle Ravenloft Hires Jpg Colour Maps Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes! It takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch. Links: The Tome Show on Facebook The Tome Show at Gen Con Knight Birds at Gen Con The Digital Future of D&D Fifth Edition at Gen Con worldbuilderblog.me Samurai Sheepdog RPG Creators Relief Fund Northwinter Press Defending the Future Kickstarter Hal Greenberg on Facebook

Jun 27, 201656 min

Round Table 124 - Tyrants of the Underdark and Setting Speculation!

James Introcaso sits down with Michael Ambyth, Rudy Basso, and Alex Basso to discuss the new D&D deck building game, Tyrants of the Underdark and speculate on upcoming settings and storylines for the tabletop RPG. This podcast was recorded on June 19, 2016. DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: Forgotten Realms 5000 Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes. It takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch! Links: The Tome Show on Facebook Round Table Live at Gen Con Knight Birds at Gen Con D&D V&G Have Spellbook, Will Travel worldbuilderblog.me

Jun 20, 201648 min

D&D V&G 11: Baldur’s Gate 2: Shadows of Amn (part 2)

It's Part 2 of the Baldur's Gate 2 'cast! Rejoin Rudy, Alex, Vegas, Gregory and Dr. John Fischer as they discuss favorite quests, the combat system, and more! Next Month: Birthright: The Gorgon's Alliance Rudy and Alex Playing BG2 Have Spellbook, Will Travel

Jun 15, 201657 min

Round Table 123 - Unearthed Arcana Feats

James Introcaso sits down with Andrew Kane, Allison Rossi, and Round Table Newbie Jay Africa to discuss the latest Unearthed Arcana article about feats for fifth edition Dungeons and Dragons. This podcast was recorded on June 12, 2016. DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: Tarokka Deck Unleashed Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes. It takes 30 seconds and helps a bunch! Links: The Tome Show on Facebook Round Table Live at Gen Con Knight Birds at Gen Con worldbuilderblog.me D&D Adventurers League US Far West on Facebook D&D Adventurers League US Far West on Twitter Jay Africa's email

Jun 13, 201638 min

Behind the DM Screen (May 2016)

In this episode, Sam, Jeff, and Mike talk about their latest games and campaigns.

Jun 10, 20161h 1m

Maestro Review (Tome 265)

In this episode Jeff is joined by James Introcaso and Mike Shea as they discuss Homecoming Book III: Maestro, by R. A. Salvatore. The discussion review is followed by an interview with the author. The guys were pretty rough on Bob Salvatore this time around - why? Listen to find out! Links: Jeff on Twitter James on Twitter Mike on Twitter Please remember to use our affiliate links below to support the show while you shop:

Jun 8, 20161h 39m

Round Table 122 - D&D Melts Down

James Introcaso sits down with Liz Theis, Patrick Dennis, Sam Dillon, and Round Table newbie Ginny Loveday to talk about all of the awesome announcements coming out of the D&D Live from Meltdown event. They discuss Storm King's Thunder, Volo's Guide to Monsters, Neverwinter, Assault of the Giants, Fantasy Grounds, and Force Grey: Giant Hunters. This podcast was recorded on June 4, 2016. DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: Aurora's Whole Realms Catalogue, Vol. 1 Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes! It helps us a bunch! Links: The Tome Show on Facebook The Round Table Live at Gen Con Knight Birds at Gen Con worlbuilderblog.me RPG Musings Play on Target Podcast Ginny Loveday on Facebook Ginny Loveday email Limping And Strutting

Jun 6, 201659 min

Behind the DM Screen (April 2016)

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In this episode of Behind the DM Screen, Jeff & Mike are joined by David Gibson to discuss their month in gaming, what has happened in their campaigns, and ideas to makes things even cooler!

Jun 1, 20161h 2m

Round Table 121 - Beast Master and Murders & Acquisitions

James Introcaso sits down with Dan Dillon and Schuyler Esau to discuss why the oft-maligned beast master ranger isn't as terrible as you think. Then it's an interview with game designer Craig Campbell about his ongoing Kickstarter for his new RPG Murders & Acquisitions. This podcast was recorded on May 23 and 26, 2016. DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: Beasts from the Abyss Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes. It takes 30 seconds and helps a bunch! Links: The Tome Show on Facebook Roll20CON Tome Show Gen Con Events worldbuilderblog.meNerd Burger Games Nerd Burger Games on Facebook Nerd Burger Podcast Four Horsemen

May 30, 20161h 38m

The Appendix N Podcast - Episode 32 - Selected Works by H. P. Lovecraft, Part 5

The Appendix N Podcast - Episode 32 - Selected Works by H. P. Lovecraft, Part 5 Three chilling tales from H. P. Lovecraft written in the last years of his life. www.nobleknight.com “The Thing on the Doorstep” written August 1933; published January 1937 in Weird Tales Edward Pickman Derby Daniel Upton Asenath Waite “The Shadow Out of Time” written November - February 1935; published June 1936 in Astounding Stories Nathaniel Wingate Peaslee Great Race of Yith Berkeley Square (1933 film) “The Haunter of the Dark” written November 1935; published December 1936 in Weird Tales sequel to “The Shambler from the Stars” (1935) by Robert Bloch Robert Harrison Blake H. P. Lovecraft died March 15, 1937 My guests: Peter Foxhoven website - http://www.cromcountthedead.com Louis Brenton twitter - @revlouisbrenton Co-hosts: Jeffrey Wikstrom website - jeffwik.com email - [email protected] Geoffrey Winn twitter - @geoffreydwinn Email us with your comments!

May 25, 20161h 7m

Round Table 120 - Greg Marks on the Adventurers League and more!

James Introcaso sits down with Adventurers League admin, Greg Marks, to discuss the Con Created Content program, the search for more female designers, future D&D storylines, payment for AL adventure designers, and his upcoming products and projects. This podcast was recorded on May 18, 2016. DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: Three-Dollar Monsters: Creatures of the Shadowfell Links: The Tome Show on Facebook Tome Show Gen Con Events Roll20CON worldbuilderblog.me Cold Iron Conventions Baldman Games Kobold Press

May 23, 20161h 4m

D&D V&G 11: Baldur's Gate 2: Shadows of Amn (part 1)

Uh-oh, we got a MONDO episode of D&D V&G! So ROTUND and EXTENSIVE it is that it had to be split in two parts! Listen to Rudy, Alex, Vegas, Gregory, and special guest and BG2 expert/astronaut-in-training Dr. John Fischer as they discuss the UI, story elements, characters, and favorite moments from the classic CRPG Baldur's Gate 2. Stick around for Part 2, in which the boys go into specific detail on combat, to be released in two weeks! Rudy and Alex Playing BG2 Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes. It takes 30 seconds and helps us more than you think!

May 20, 201653 min

Curse of Strahd (Tome 264)

In this episode of the The Tome Show, Jeff & Tracy are joined by Sam Dillon and David Gibson to discuss Wizards of the Coast's latest 5e D&D adventure, Curse of Strahd. Their discussion is followed by an interview with the product's lead designer, Chris Perkins. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes. It takes 30 seconds and helps us more than you think! Links: The Tome Show on Facebook Jeff on Twitter Tracy on Twitter Sam on Twitter David on Twitter Sam's Website David's Website

May 18, 20161h 29m

Round Table 119 - Giants and The Talented Bestiary

James Introcaso sits down with Topher Kohan, Joe Lastowski, and Round Table newbie Robert Maxwell to discuss rumors of the latest Dungeons and Dragons storyline and a cryptic announcement from Wizards of the Coast about a D&D announcement. Then it's an interview with Steven Helt of the Four Horsemen to discuss their ongoing Kickstarter for The Talented Bestiary. This podcast was recorded May 10 and 12, 2016. DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: The Beast of Graenseskov Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes. It takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch. Links: The Tome Show on Facebook Roll20CON Gen Con - The Round Table Live Gen Con - The Tome Show Epic worldbuilderblog.me Titan Games and Comics Modern Myths Four Horsemen on Facebook The Four Horsemen Open

May 16, 20161h 1m

Handwaving and Pacing (Tome 263)

In this episode, Jeff and Tracy are joined by Jessica Price of Paizo Publishing. They talk about her introduction into the gaming hobby, how she got into a campaign with Paizo's founder, and some of the GMing skills she has learned and perfected over the years. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes. It takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch! Links: The Tome Show on Facebook Paizo Publishing Jessica Price on Twitter Jessica Price on Tumblr

May 11, 201652 min

Round Table 118 - Magic in D&D, Acquisitions Inc. Series, and Gem Dragons of Faerun

James Introcaso sits down with Alex Basso and Round Table newbies Dan Elwell and Daniel Franco to discuss the free PDF that brings the Zendikar campaign setting from Magic: The Gathering into fifth edition Dungeons and Dragons rules. Then they chat about the announcement of the Acquisitions Incorporated series and the rise of actual play series and podcasts. After the panel, it's an interview with game designer James Haeck about the new Kobold Press product he authored for the DMs Guild - Gem Dragons of Faerun. This podcast was recorded on May 4 and 5, 2016. DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: Spawning Pool of Elder Things Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes. It takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch! Links: The Tome Show on Facebook D&D V&G worldbuilderblog.me Have Spellbook, Will Travel EN5ider Critical Role RPG Academy

May 9, 20161h 16m

Gamer to Gamer - Rob Heinsoo and Jonanthan Tweet

James Introcaso sits down with game designers Rob Heinsoo and Jonathan Tweet to discuss their careers and lives with gaming. Both have worked on previous editions of Dungeons and Dragons and together they created the hit RPG 13th Age. The design duo are getting ready to put out 13th Age in Glorantha thanks to a successful Kickstarter campaign. This podcast was recorded on April 28, 2016. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes. It takes only 30 seconds and helps us a bunch! Music: Epic Theme No. 2 by Steven O'Brien Links: The Tome Show on Facebook worldbuilderblog.me Grandmother Fish 13th Age Campaign Coins Kickstarter Rob Heinsoo's Blog Over the Edge Surviving on the Edge Shadow Fist The Fantasy Trip Runequest

May 6, 201646 min

Guest Podcast: Have Spellbook, Will Travel

From the minds of D&D V&G host Rudy Basso and Round Table host James Introcaso comes a new podcast based on their D&D experiences - Have Spellbook, Will Travel, a fully produced and voice-acted comedy radio play. Hear the story of Andar Patrone and his adventuring party as they try to make it as a mercenary group in a classic fantasy world. If you enjoyed listening to this, please subscribe on iTunes or on Stitcher and tell your friends! Also, be sure to visit the Have Spellbook, Will Travel website to learn more about the show, cast, and characters. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes. It only takes 30 seconds and helps us so much! Links: The Tome Show on Facebook D&D V&G Podcast worldbuilderblog.me Have Spellbook Will Travel on Twitter

May 4, 201625 min

Round Table 117 - Have Spellbook Will Travel, Arcanis, and Mists of Akuma

James Introcaso sits down with Rudy Basso to discuss their upcoming fantasy, comedy, radio drama podcast, Have Spellbook Will Travel. Then James sits down with Henry Lopez and Pedro Barrenechea of Paradigm Concepts to talk about their long-running campaign setting, Arcanis, and Kickstarter for Forged in Magic. Finally it's an interview with game designer Mike Myler about his Kickstarter for Mists of Akuma. These podcasts were recorded on April 3 and 5, 2016. DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: Anauria - Survivor State of Netheril Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes. It only takes 30 seconds and helps us so much! Links: The Tome Show on Facebook D&D V&G Podcast worldbuilderblog.me Rotted Capes MistsOfAkuma.com Mists of Akuma on Facebook Mike Myler on Facebook Mike Myler on Youtube Have Spellbook Will Travel on Twitter

May 2, 20161h 24m

Round Table 116 - Survey, Organized Play, and The Talented Bestiary

James Introcaso sits down with Topher Kohan, Joe Lastowski, Paige Leitman, and Ben Heisler to discuss the D&D March survey and the state of organized play. Then it's an interview with Stephen Rowe and Dan Dillon of The Four Horsemen to discuss their Kickstarter for The Talented Bestiary. This podcast was recorded on March 29 and April 17, 2016. DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: Gem Dragons of Faerun Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes. It takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch. Links: The Tome Show on Facebook worldbuilderblog.me Modern Myths Titans Games and Comics Topher on Google+ Paige Leitman on Facebook Joe's tarantula Muffinhead Giga-bites Game Cafe Treefort Games Dragon Con The Four Horsemen on Twitter The Four Horsemen on Facebook D&D Adventurers League

Apr 25, 20161h 38m

Round Table 115 - Gothic Heroes, New WotC President, and Noisy Person Cards

James Introcaso sits down with Round Table newbies Michael Ambyth and Seth Zolin to discuss Gothic Heroes, the latest Unearthed Arcana article, and Chris Cocks being named the new president of Wizards of the Coast. Then it's an interview with James D'Amato of the One Shot Podcast to discuss the Noisy Person Cards Kickstarter. This podcast was recorded on April 11 and 16, 2016. DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: D&D 5e Player Cheat Sheet Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes! It only takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch! Links: The Tome Show on Facebook worldbuilderblog.me Seth Darren on Facebook One Shot Patreon Noisy Person Cards Print & Play Paracosm Press

Apr 18, 20161h 8m

The Appendix N Podcast - Episode 31 - The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien, Part 3

The Appendix N Podcast - Episode 31 - The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien, Part 3 In this episode, we discuss the short story “Farmer Giles of Ham" and finish our discussion of “The Hobbit." www.nobleknight.com Farmer Giles of Ham written 1947; published 1949 The Hobbit written mostly during the 1920’s and 1930’s; first draft finished by January 1933 published September 21, 1937 by George Allen & Unwin. My guests: Chris Constantin Dark Revelations the Roleplaying Game - http://drevrpg.com Peter Foxhoven website - http://www.cromcountthedead.com Jeremiah McCoy websites - http://jeremiahmccoy.com & http://thebasicsofthegame.wordpress.com Robert Wolfe Twitter - @WolfeRJ Co-host: Jeffrey Wikstrom website - jeffwik.com email - [email protected] Email us with your comments! http://www.thetomeshow.com [email protected]

Apr 15, 20161h 21m

Round Table 114 - The RPG Business Part II and Playbook Update

James Introcaso sits down with Teos Abadia, Russ Morrissey, and Dan Dillon to discuss making money in the tabletop RPG business. This discussion is a continuation on a subject first discussed in Round Table 113. Then it's a conversation with Chris Matney of Trapdoor Technologies to discuss an exciting partnership with Paizo! Their mobile app Playbook will have a whole library of official Pathfinder material soon! This podcast was recorded on March 15 and April 7, 2016. DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: Death in the Corn Fields Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes. It only takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch! Links: The Tome Show on Facebook worldbuilderblog.me What's An Adventure Worth? Adamantine Chef Alphastream EN World EN World Thread on Freelancing EN5ider Trail Seeker The Four Horsemen Arcana Rising Playbook on Facebook

Apr 11, 20161h 28m

The State of the Game (Tome 262)

On this episode Jeff and Tracy sit down with Mike Mearls, chief of the D&D team at Wizards of the Coast. The three of them discuss sales, excitement, new releases, future plans, the direction of the game, and much more! Wizards of the Coast Mike Mearls on Twitter Jeff on Twitter Tracy on Twitter Noble Knight Games Please rate and review us on iTunes - it only takes a moment and it helps a whole lot of alots.

Apr 8, 201658 min

Behind the DM Screen (March 2016)

Jeff, Sam, and Mike are back to talk about their campaigns and discuss new directions and issues! Noble Knight Games Please rate and review us on iTunes - it only takes a moment and it helps a whole lot of alots.

Apr 6, 20161h 2m

Round Table 113 - D&D Movie, N-Space, and The RPG Business Part I

James Introcaso sits down with Alex Basso, Rudy Basso, and Greg Blair to discuss Rob Letterman being named director of the Dungeons and Dragons movie and the end of Sword Coast Legends studio N-Space. Then it's a second panel discussion with Richard Zayas, Mike Shea, Neal Powell, and Shawn Merwin about making money in the RPG Business. This podcast was recorded on March 8 and 31, 2016. Noble Knight Pick of the Episode: Dungeons of Dread DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: Names for Tendays Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes. It takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch! Links: The Tome Show on Facebook D&D V&G Roll20 Con worldbuilderblog.me Roll20 Sly Flourish Encoded Designs Dungeon Master's Block Rich Howard Patreon Down with D&D Gamer to Gamer Shawn Merwin What is an Adventure Worth?

Apr 4, 20161h 42m

Ashes of the Tyrant (Tome Book Club)

In this book club episode, Jeff, Tracy, and Eric are joined by Appendix N host Geoffrey Winn. They discuss Ashes of the Tyrant, the latest in Erin M. Evans' series featuring Farideh. After their discussion, Jeff and Tracy interview Erin M. Evans about the book, the characters, and the next book in the series. Erin M. Evans Web Erin M. Evans Twitter Appendix N Podcast Jeff Twitter Tracy Twitter Tracy Web Eric Twitter Ashes of the Tyrant on Amazon Noble Knight Games Please rate and review us on iTunes - it only takes a moment and it helps a whole lot of alots.

Apr 1, 20161h 36m

The Lazy Dungeon Master (Tome 261)

In this episode Jeff and Tracy are joined by Susan J. Morris, Allison Rossi, and Ryan Costello Jr. to discuss the recently released audiobook version of Sly Flourish's The Lazy Dungeon Master. After their discussion and critique, they are joined by Sly Flourish himself (a.k.a. Mike Shea) and Colby Elliot, the reader of the audiobook version. Links: Mike Shea Web Mike Shea Twitter Colby Elliot Web Susan J. Morris Web Susan J. Morris Twitter Ryan Costello, Jr. Web Allison Rossi Twitter Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes! It takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch!

Mar 30, 20161h 24m

Round Table 112 - D&D in Middle-earth and Trail of the Apprentice

It's a Tome Show crossover! James Introcaso sits down with Rudy Basso of the DnD VnG podcast and Jeff Wikstrom and Geoff Winn of the Appendix N podcast to discuss Cubicle 7's announcement of a Middle-earth campaign setting for fifth edition D&D. Then it's an interview with game designer Paris Crenshaw and Jason Nelson of Legendary Games to discuss their Kickstarter for Trail of the Apprentice an adventure path for fifth edition Dungeons and Dragons and Pathfinder meant for beginners and kids. This podcast was recorded on March 13 and 22, 2016. Noble Knight Pick of the Episode: The One Ring (Revised Edition) DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: The GM's Table Trapmaker's Toolkit Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes! It takes 30 seconds and helps us a bunch! Links: The Tome Show on Facebook worldbuilderblog.me The One Ring RPG jeffwik.com Arthur Dies at the End Legendary Games on Facebook Legendary Games on Google+ Strange Refugee

Mar 28, 20161h 18m

Adventure Design and the Dungeon Masters Guild (Tome 260)

In this episode Jeff and Sam are joined by Mike Shea (Sly Flourish) and Wolfgang Baur (Kobold Press). The four of them discuss what makes a good adventure, the importance of hooks, editing and proofreading, art in your product, and whether or not the Dungeon Masters Guild is the right place for you to sell your product, among other things! Dungeon Masters Guild Jeff Greiner on Twitter Wolfgang Baur on Twitter Kobold Press Sly Flourish on Twitter Slyfourish.com DMSamuel on Twitter RPGMusings.com Please rate the show on iTunes, it only takes a moment and it helps a whole bunch! Noble Knight Games!

Mar 25, 20161h 28m

Behind the DM Screen (Jan/Feb 2016)

In this episode of Behind the DM Screen, Jeff and Mike are joined by Jon Green. Sam wasn't able to join the gang for this recording, so Jon was gracious enough to join the Tome Show and discuss his current 5e D&D Game. Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes! It helps a bunch and takes 30 seconds. Links: The Tome Show on Facebook Jeff Greiner on Twitter: twitter.com/squach Mike Shea: SlyFlourish.com Mike Shea on Twitter: twitter.com/slyflourish Jon Green on Twitter: twitter.com/jon_m_green Noble Knight Games!!!!

Mar 23, 20161h 11m

Round Table 111 - Kobold Press 10th Anniversary

James Introcaso sits down with Wolfgang Baur, Steve Winter, and Brandon Hodge to discuss the storied ten-year history of Kobold Press. They discuss how the RPG publishing company came to be and great products past, present, and future. This podcast was recorded on February 29 and March 17, 2016. Noble Knight Pick of the Episode: Deep Magic Runebound Exclusive DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: Frozen Castle - Expanding Tyranny of Dragons Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes! It helps a bunch and takes 30 seconds. Links: The Tome Show on Facebook worldbuilderblog.me Kobold Press on Google+ Kobold Press on Facebook Kobold Press on Twitter Wolfgang Baur on Facebook Tabletop Library Howling Tower Mysterious Planchette

Mar 21, 20161h 27m

Art in RPGs (Tome 259)

In this episode Jeff and Sam (filling in for Tracy) speak with two of the RPG industry's most prolific artists, Claudio Pozas and Mike Schley. Jeff and Sam ask a couple of questions and then sit back and let these two personable gentlemen discuss their experiences as artists in the game industry. They talk about everything from where and when they got their start in the gaming industry to the nuts and bolts of freelancing to diversity in art to the difficulties of writing a good art order. Sit back, relax, and listen to these two industry veterans dish on their passion and their goals. Mike's Website: MikeSchley.com Mike's Online Store: MikeSchley.zenfolio.com Claudio's Website: ClaudioPozas.com Claudio's Online Store: ClaudioPozas.zenfolio.com Noble Knight

Mar 18, 20161h 32m

Shelly Mazzanoble (Gamer to Gamer)

James Introcaso sits down with author and Wizards of the Coast staffer Shelly Mazzanoble. They talk about Shelly's books, her career with Dungeons and Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and Avalon Hill, and her surprising love of tabletop games. This podcast was recorded on March 10, 2015. Noble Knight Pick of the Episode: Confessions of a Part-time Sorceress DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: Oddities & Odysseys: The Dread Tailor Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes! It helps a bunch. Links: The Tome Show on Facebook worldbuilderblog.me Shelly Mazzanoble on Facebook shellymazzanoble.com Confessions of a Part-time Sorceress Everything I Need to Know I Learned from Dungeons and Dragons Official D&D Podcast Betrayal at House on the Hill Diplomacy D&D in the Classroom Podcast Legends & Scouts Podcast This American Life on Diplomacy Rose Buddies

Mar 16, 201657 min

D&D V&G 10 Dungeons & Dragons: Heroes

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Time for another IN-PERSON RECORDING as Ray "The Dane" Fallon chats with Rudy, Alex, and Vegas about couch coop brawler Dungeons & Dragons: Heroes. Will the boys find Heroes' Gauntlet-esque gameplay alluring or annoying? Will they call it out on its outrageous depiction of the female anatomy? Will The Time Wizard make an appearance? Tune in to find out! Some guy's video of D&D Heroes (we don't have a capture card, sorry!) Next Month:

Mar 11, 201646 min

Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide (Tome 258)

Jeff is joined by Geoffrey Winn, David Gibson, and Shawn Merwin, to discuss the Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide. The guys review the latest release from Wizards of the Coast in detail! Is this the Forgotten Realms book that Jeff Wanted? Listen to find out! This extra long episode also features an interview with Steven Kenson of Green Ronin Publishing - the design studio that worked with WotC to produce this book and the latest super-adventure, Out of the Abyss. David Gibson: 5-Minute-Workday (5mwd) Shawn Merwin: Encoded Designs Steve Kenson: Green Ronin Publishing Noble Knight Games - Tell them that The Tome Show sent you! [email protected] Support the show, Shop Below:

Mar 9, 20161h 39m

Round Table 109 - Curse of Strahd Previews

James Introcaso sits down with Allison Rossi, Neal Powell, and Round Table newbie Michael Robbins to discuss the latest Curse of Strahd previews - the Haunted One background and the Death House adventure. This podcast was recorded on February 28, 2016. Noble Knight pick of the episode - Ravenloft DMs Guild pick of the episode - Recipe Crafting for Consumables Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes! It helps us so much and only takes 30 seconds! Links: The Tome Show on Facebook The Tome Show on Twitch worldbuilderblog.me Elven Wizard King Dungeon Master's Block Michael Robbins on Google+ twitch.tv/padfoot240 Seeking the Bored Support the Show, Shop Below: Noble Knight Games

Mar 7, 201639 min

Night of the Long Shadows (Tome Book Club)

In this book club episode Jeff, Tracy, and Eric talk about a D&D novel released a few years ago. Night of the Long Shadows is a 2007 D&D novel set in Eberron and written by Paul Crilley. This is the second book in the Inquisitives series and definitely has a Sherlock Holmes feel. Listen to the show for more detailed information! Comments, questions, or concerns? Email us at [email protected] Support the Show, Shop Below: Noble Knight Games

Mar 4, 201634 min

The Appendix N Podcast - Episode 30 - The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien, Part 2

In this episode, we begin by discussing the essay “On Fair-Stories” and move on to the second part of “The Hobbit,” Chapters 7 through 11. www.nobleknight.com “On Fairy-Stories” written for the Andrew Lang lecture at the University of St Andrews, Scotland, 1939 The Hobbit written mostly during the 1920’s and 1930’s; first draft finished by January 1933 published September 21, 1937 by George Allen & Unwin. My guests: Peter Foxhoven website - http://www.cromcountthedead.com Louis Brenton twitter - @revlouisbrenton Co-host: Jeffrey Wikstrom website - jeffwik.com email - [email protected] Email us with your comments! http://www.thetomeshow.com [email protected] Support the Show, Shop Below:

Mar 2, 20161h 19m

Round Table 108 - D&D Movie and Multiclassing Debate

James Introcaso sits down with Rudy Basso, Rich Howard, and Dan Dillon to discuss the latest D&D movie news. Then Rich and Dan debate the pros and cons of multiclassing and prestige classes. This podcast was recorded on February 24, 2016. Noble Knight Pick of the Episode: Ultimate Prestige Classes #1 DMs Guild Pick of the Episode: Seeking the Bored Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes! It helps us a bunch! Links: Tome Show on Facebook Tome Show on Twitch D&D VnG worldbuilderblog.me Hero Lab Games Change Lives Tribality Rich Howard Patreon Four Horsemen Four Horsemen on Facebook Four Horsemen on Twitter

Feb 29, 20161h 18m

Round Table 107 - Winter Fantasy

James Introcaso sits down with Chris Lindsay, Dungeons and Dragons Product Specialist, Travis Woodall, D&D Adventurers League admin, Paige Leitman, Ben Heisler, and Karl Resch to discuss the D&D events at the Winter Fantasy gaming convention. This podcast was recorded on February 16, 2016. Note: This file has been updated. There was an audio dropout in the first version. Noble Knight pick of the episode - Legacy of the Crystal Shard DMs Guild pick of the episode - The Temple of Shattered Minds Please rate and review The Tome Show on iTunes! It helps a bunch. Links:The Tome Show on FacebookThe Tome Show on Twitchworlbuilderblog.meThe Adventurers League on FacebookThe Adventurers League on Google+The Adventurers League on TwitterTravis Woodall on FacebookPaige Leitman on FacebookD&D AL ATL on TwitterKarl's MapKarl's JournalJK O'Donnell's

Feb 21, 20161h 4m

Archmage (Tome 253)

This lost episode of the Tome Show is out of order, but please don't let that confuse you or take away from the joy of a good book review and interview with the author! We'll be back on track next week with episode 258, but for now... In this episode Jeff is joined by Tome Show regular James Introcaso to discuss R. A. Salvatore's book, Archmage. This title was released in September 2015 and has a sequel, Maestro, being released in April 2016. After they discuss their thoughts on the book, Jeff and James talk to the author about his thoughts on the story, the characters, and where it may be heading. Also, they discuss whether it should be pronounced arCHmage or arKmage... what do you think? Support the show, shop below... NOBLE KNIGHT

Feb 19, 20161h 9m

Behind the DM Screen (Fall 2015)

Mike, Sam, and Jeff are back to discuss the games played in the Fall of 2015. Microscope RPG by Ben Robbins Noble Knight Pick of the Episode: Rod of Seven Parts Support the show, shop below...

Feb 17, 20161h 2m

Round Table 106 - Hero Lab 5e SRD and Surveys

James Introcaso sits down with Rudy Basso and Alex Basso to discuss the Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition SRD update to Hero Lab and the latest D&D Unearthed Arcana survey results. This podcast was recorded on February 9, 2015. Noble Knight pick of the episode: Neverwinter Nights DMs Guild pick of the episode: Hexcrawling: Wildnerness Exploration and Random Encounters Please rate and review us on iTunes, it helps a boat load! Links:The Tome Show on FacebookThe Tome Show on Twitch D&D V&G worldbuilderblog.meHero LabRealm WorksRealm Works on FacebookHero Lab on FacebookLone Wolf TwitterLone Wolf Google+

Feb 15, 201645 min