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The nefarious Evil Dungeon Master is here to share invaluable tips and tricks on Dungeons & Dragons, Palladium, and a myriad of other RPGs. Drawing from over 30 years of diabolical Dungeon Mastering Experience, these bite-sized daily podcasts (10 to 15 minutes each) are brimming with wicked wisdom that you simply can't afford to miss. Mostly system neutral, but has favored editions and game systems. Visit https://TheEvilDM.com for more! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/po ...
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#VtM #Vampire #RPG Today I got an email asking about my experiences with Vampire: The Masquerade. I played it for a while in the '90s and early '00s and once character that stands out was "Wolfman Jack" - who was a WWF wrestler. Enjoy the story! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/messageSupport this podca…
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On Today's Podcast, I decided to chat about the DC Universe Roleplaying Game. Its a game that wasn't well received by fans using the West End Games "d6 Legends" system. The game had a lot of work put into it as far as giving fans supplements and ideas, but the game was lacking a lot with its mechanics. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcaster…
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#Underground #MayfairRPG #RPG Underground is a satirical "grim and gritty"-style superhero role playing game set in the near future. It was released by Mayfair Games in 1993 as a commentary on the politics and society of the early 1990s. Drivethru link: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/2873/underground?affiliate_id=421647 --- Send in a voice…
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#FightingFantasy #AdventureBooks Today on the podcast I decided to discuss the fighting fantasy books by Ian Livingstone. I found a few at Half Priced Books and I remember these books being a lot of fun. Though I don't remember this cover as its a recent 2017 edition. Link to Book: https://amzn.to/4clwFc8 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcas…
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#Usedbooks #DMTips In today's episode, I discuss buying used books from the store and finding a hidden gem, like a map, or a creature, or an entire dungeon. Its joy to find these things inside the book as it makes you think about what you could do it with it! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/messageSupp…
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Last Friday, Geoff and I did a live stream for my youtube channel and we wanted to respond to those who left comments on the show afterwards. Some GREAT comments, so they deserve answering right away! Link to Video: https://youtube.com/live/GsG5vKNthAQ?feature=share --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/mess…
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#Gaming #DMTips #TechnologyGaming On today's podcast I reach into the email bag and answer a question about what I think of how gaming has evolved with technology, and what I think is better overall. What do I think? You'll have to tune in and find out! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/messageSupport th…
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#DMtips #Spells #Greyhawk On today's podcast, I flip open the AD&D 1e Player's handbook to the 4th level Magic User spell called, "Charm Monster". Discuss that spell, how to use and how its often talked about as Controversial as far as how its been used by various people. I also tell you a story about how it was part of one of the worst gaming expe…
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#dungeonsanddragons #hexmapping #mapping On today's podcast, I am going over the Manual of Hexterity, a pay what you will product on Drivethrurpg.com, that is an excellent tool for your DM binder. It adds a lot of flavor to your hex maps and even your dungeon maps. Link: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/395396/manual-of-hexterity?affiliate_i…
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#GMTips #Shadowrun #RPG In this episode, I got an email from Lucas asking about how do you ensure that each archetype can shine and feel equally important in a campaign. I go over ways you can make each character feel important and have their moment in the spotlight. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/mes…
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#DMTips #DMAdvice #RPG In the latest episode of our podcast, I talk about a thought-provoking email inquiry about guiding players through modules and keeping them engaged. Join me as I reflect on this intriguing question and share valuable insights and practical tips on how to effectively steer players within the framework of modules. Really gettin…
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In today's episode, I get right to the chase of things and talk about a situation a friend is having with his group not wanting to play anything other then D&D and how its good to experience other RPGs, if only to recharge your batteries for the old faithful game you love. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevil…
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#Shadowrun #BottledDemon #RPG On today's podcast, I decided to pull out one of my favorite second edition modules to talk about, the Bottled Demon. It has a lot going on, and its really interesting. Listen in as I talk about the module's plot and how interesting it is for a new GM looking for a mission or two. --- Send in a voice message: https://p…
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#GMlessgames #soloRPG #SoloTTRPG Welcome to the podcast and today's topic is about playing D&D by yourself, but there is no need for complex GM Emulators, or oracles needed! You can engage in building a world and dungeons to play through and all you need is your party of characters, hex maps, grid map, the AD&D DMG book and your imagination. Listen…
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#Shadowrun #RPG On today's podcast, I am answering an email but this time, its about Shadowrun. The question is about designing missions and what advice do I have about making the missions interesting. Listen in as I give an example of a mission I came up with that lasted a few sessions, and had a moral dilemma. --- Send in a voice message: https:/…
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On today's podcast, I decided to take a look at the limited wish spell, breaking it down and giving my interpretation of the spell, how it could be used and how it should not be used. Of course just like anything in any game, the opinion is subjective to the reader's interpretation, and in this case its mine. Maybe you'll rule things differently an…
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#soloRPG #soloroleplaying #RPG In today's episode, I talk about a book that helped things actually click in my head for Solo Roleplaying and give me a better understand of how to actually do it. Listen in and I will describe what about this book really helped! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/messageSup…
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In this episode today, I ponder the question of a DM giving players advice during combat, warnings during play and if those players should listen to the DM. I also go over if a DM should give "bad or evil" advice to players and is that fair of him to do that? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/messageSupp…
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#DMtips #dnd #RPG On today's podcast I decided to take a look at another spell, starting with its AD&D 1e roots, and see how its evolved since then. The Armor spell in AD&D is often misused in my opinion and I wanted to clear up how it works exactly and then we take a look at Mage Armor, which is what the spell morphed into and compare it with 3e a…
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#dungeonsanddragons #druidspells #dnd In this episode I shine the spotlight on an often-overlooked spell called, Goodberry. Join me as I look at it from AD&D, and how its evolved through out the editions of D&D. Its a very versatile spell and it should be in every Druid's list of spells. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p…
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#DMtips #DnD #ADnD In this episode I got an email from LeroyD20 asking me about my thoughts about thoughts on the Paladins continuous protection from evil ability and if the "detect evil" ability is over used! Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X: @‌TheEvilDM Email: AsktheDM@theEvilDM.com Facebook: https://F…
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#Dungeonsanddragons #DMTips #humor In this episode, Sal and Vince sit down and discuss a GM's Grievances about Heroes vs Anti-heroes characters and tropes. Website: ⁠⁠https://TheEvilDM.com⁠⁠ Support: ⁠⁠https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM⁠⁠ Twitter/X: @‌TheEvilDM Email: AsktheDM@⁠⁠⁠theEvilDM.com Facebook: ⁠⁠https://FB.com/TheEvilDungeonMaster⁠ --- Send in a…
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#DMtips #GMTips #DND In this episode I got an email from Marcus, asking me about how to handle spell Preparation, what to do if a party is in a hurry or the prep gets interrupted and then he asks about custom spells. Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X: @‌TheEvilDM Email: AsktheDM@theEvilDM.com Facebook: ht…
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#DMtips #RFI #ADND1e Listen in as Vince is joined by former co-host of Roll for Imitative, DM Will! The two kick off the show talking about conventions and then various topics that include how to handle players who don't show up, Virtual Table tops, and keeping players engaged in the game. Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/T…
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#DMTips #CampaignDesign #dnd In today's episode, I go through my process that works for me for building homebrew worlds for the start of a campaign. Everyone has their own process, and no one person will do it the same, so here is my method. Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X: @‌TheEvilDM Email: AsktheDM@t…
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#DMTips #GMTips #dnd In today's episode I was asked a few questions from a listener, and she wanted to know how I could make the giant end boss encounter a little more interesting and original. Tune in and find out what tips I give to make the encounter more interesting! Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X:…
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#DMTip #DMAdvice #RPG In today's episode, a question from a listener Carl, I cover how to handle a group full of rowdy players, and how to calm them down. I answer this with a story about one of my games and answer a question about RFI's DM Will, a former Co-host. Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X: @‌TheE…
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#DMTips #GMTips #RPG On today's show I got an message on FB from listener Samantha, who wanted to know my thoughts on running an adventure for mystery & Investigations. What tips I have for keeping it engaging and interesting. Tune into today's show and see what I suggest! Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/…
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#dmtips #homebrew #dnd Got a message asking me for advice on creating homebrew races for D&D, and how to balance them. In today's podcast I went over the pro's and con's of making new races as well as explored a custom race I came up with for this podcast called Octopus-People. Listen in and find out more! Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: ht…
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#D6 #RPG #MeninBlack On today's podcast, I got a question on my facebook page, from Jake asking about the Men in Black Roleplaying game by West End Games. He wanted to know what my experiences were with this game and is it worth playing. Listen in and see what I say! Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X: @‌T…
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#Dnd #DungeonsandDragons #RPG In today's podcast, I go over some really cool background options I found in Spycraft that can apply to any game you play and it helps build a really cool background for your character without really trying. Answer the questions I talk about and you'll have a really interesting picture of what you character will be lik…
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#DMTips #GMtips #RPG #advice Today I got a message from Ryan T on my Facebook page, asking about what to do with situation he's in. Today's episode talks about that and basically that we as DM need to have fun like the players and sometimes we make mistakes, owning up to that mistake is the key and almost all players will understand. Website: https…
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#Dragons #DMtips #Dnd In today's episode, I got an email from Rebecca S, asking what my favorite Dragon is to use when running a game. Rebecca didn't mention an edition of D&D, so I defaulted to AD&D 1e, flipped open the Monster Manual to page 30 and looked at the Blue Dragon. Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twit…
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#DMTips #GMTips #RPG So your campaign is going on break or hiatus... what does that mean, and what can you do to ensure the campaign will come back and be the same? Tune into today's podcast as we discuss what happens when a campaign goes on hiatus and how to keep your players excited and wanting to play more of the campaign! Website: ⁠https://TheE…
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#Dungeonsanddragons #DMTips #humor Today's episode was an episode that was recorded back in 2015 for RFI's Patrons at the time, it was supposed to be a "Schick" like podcast, with two DM's airing out their problems with players using firearms in the campaign. The Patrons loved it, who knows if you will, but remember we are being over the top for en…
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#dungeonsanddragons #DMTips #GMTipsIn today's episode, I answer a question that came in via discord, about Puzzles. Should it be GM vs Player because it always seems like that is. Listen in for my views on this and how I handle it inside my games. Website: ⁠https://TheEvilDM.com⁠ Support: ⁠https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM⁠ Twitter/X: @‌TheEvilDM Email: …
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#Starfinder #Paizo #starfinderrpg On today's podcast, I was challenged by a Facebook follower named, Rahul that I should take a look at Starfinder. He says Starfinder is a very good game and I should check it and I'll probably like it too. Starfinder is a d20 Science Fiction Fantasy game by Paizo. Find out more by going to: https://starfinder.com W…
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#DMtips #GMTips #dnd In today's episode, I was talking to a co-worker about how we handled identifying magical items, and it got me thinking, did we do it right? Well listen in and I'll tell you all about it! Website: ⁠https://TheEvilDM.com⁠ Support: ⁠https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM⁠ Twitter/X: @‌TheEvilDM Email: AsktheDM@⁠TheEvilDM.com⁠ Facebook: ⁠htt…
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#DMtips #GMtips #Dnd In today's podcast I talk about the idea of players chatting during combat or talking during combat. Should it be allowed? Should a DM prevent it? and if allowed does your intelligent creatures and big bad hear what they are they saying? All good questions. Listen in to find out! Website: ⁠https://TheEvilDM.com⁠ Support: ⁠https…
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#Dungeonsanddragons #DMTips #RPG In today's episode I talk about what happens when you group figures out who the big bad is and kills him super quick, when you had all these plans in place. Hey it happens, and its not that difficult to figure out a new plan. Listen in and I'll tell you how I handle it! Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https:…
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#interview #BuzzDixon #GiJOE During my years as a host for the RFI Podcast, I was able to interview quite a few TSR Alumni, and some celebrities, such as today's guest, Buzz Dixon. If you are unfamiliar with the name at first, you might recall him as a show-runner from your favorite '80s and '90s cartoons, such as GI Joe, Transformers and many many…
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#Dungeonsanddragons #MinMaxing #TTRPG #RPG In today's episode I am giving my thoughts on min-maxing players and why its good and bad. Why I like it and why I dislike it. Its something that needs to be discussed with your group during "character creation". Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X: @TheEvilDM Emai…
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#RIFTS #Palladiumbooks #RPG In today's episode I take a look at some optional rules in RIFTS, called backgrounds, and go over it giving some examples and how using random roll charts likes these to help build a solid character background for RIFTS and pretty much any game if you come up with a method like this! Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Suppor…
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#XMen97 #FASERIP #RPG In this episode of the podcast, I was going through my books and I saw a X-Men Adventures comic book I had in with my various FASERIP books. It made me remember the time I was playing FASERIP during the '90s and we were heavily leaning on the X-Men cartoon as inspiration and I was reading these comics at the time to help me ge…
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#Dungeonsanddragons #DMTips #OSR In today's episode, I wanted to go over a cursed item and talk about ways you can use it in your campaign as an interesting plot device or story arc. p141 of the AD&D Dungeon Master Guide: Crystal Hypnosis Ball: This cursed item type is indistinguishable from o normal crystal ball, and it radiates magic but not evil…
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#Dungeonsanddragons #RPG #DMTips In today's episode, I open up the mail bag and call this show the "Postal Pouch" and answer the questions from Facebook and email I got this past week and weekend. Four questions, four answers! If you have questions, please send them in! Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X: …
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Welcome to my universe, its an Evil DM's universe, enjoy the ride! Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM Twitter/X: @TheEvilDM Email: AsktheDM(@)TheEvilDM.com Facebook: https://FB.com/TheEvilDungeonMaster --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theevildm/messageSupport this podcast: https:/…
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#Twiligt2000 #RPG #OSR In today's episode, I pull out Twilight 2000, and talk about a campaign I ran one summer for my buddy and we had his character learn a new language in game, because it made sense, and its an example of how you can have one of your characters learn something new while in the game and not use a leveling method or buy system. We…
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#dungeonsanddragons #RPG #Demons In today's episode I talk about incorporating ways to use Demons, specifically Dream Demons, like a Freddy Krueger type Demon in your game. Tips and useful ways to do it and a way your character can defeat him, once they realize he's affecting them. Website: https://TheEvilDM.com Support: https://Ko-fi.com/TheEvilDM…
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#Dungeonsanddragons #OSR #RPG In this episode, I flip open to the Player's handbook and discuss the idea of Negotiation & Communication as written by Gary Gygax in AD&D. How I as a DM enjoy when players find a way to talk out a situation instead of just fighting. I found it interesting that its a small little paragraph in the Player's Handbook and …
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