The Hotel at the Edge of the Multiverse is in danger again! The Manager, Mr. Fox, has summoned the four adventures that helped save it before - plus a few more! His wife, Mrs. Fox, has taken over control of the Hotel and she's looking for something. If Mr. Fox doesn't get control of the Hotel again soon the universe itself might come to an end!

Starring:

Erin M. Evans (Dungeon Scrawlers)

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Jasper William Cartwright (Three Black Halflings)
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Jeremy Cobb (Three Black Halflings)

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Kyle St. James (Other Side of Suspicion)
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Rhiannon Held (Dungeon Scrawlers)

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Yang-Yang Wang (Dungeon Scrawlers)

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Treavor Bettis

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For the Penultimate episode of the show in this format Allie and Treavor just have a nice talk. Hope y'all enjoy. 

Hosts:

Allie Deutschmann (Roomie Roamers)

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Treavor Bettis (Champions of Lore, Champions of Psychology)

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This week Allie and Treavor talk about how they leave clues or lore bits for their players in their games. From descriptions, to interest in both parties wanting the information to be out, to a couple of tangents - they have no problem filling an hour with this topic. 

On this episode we talk with Wiz - owner of Wiz's Wondrous Items on Etsy. She is celebrating her First Purchase Anniversary and we talk to her about what it's been like starting, running, and making products for her RPG shop. After that we FINALLY talk about Pathfinder 2e since Wiz herself is our Game Master. Do we like it? Is it better than first edition? And how easy has it been of Wiz to convert Curse of the Crimson Throne to 2e? Find out! Lastly we answer some listener questions about making gold mean something and what our dice superstitions are.  If you have your own questions, topic suggestions, or advice for the show you can send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com!

On this weeks episode listener Jonathan Shipp gives us a topic about Creating Character Hooks. After that we talk about Connecting Campaigns and how we go about laying the seeds for that ahead of time. If you would like your question, topic, or advice read on the show you can send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com and we might read it on a future episode!

On this weeks episode we talk about the recently released Unearthed Arcana which updates the Artificer, Druid, and Ranger. After that we talk about some of the things that we aren't quite liking about Unearthed Arcanas as of recently and discuss what we'd like to see instead. If you would like your questions, topics, or stories read on the show please send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com and we might read them on a future show. 

REMINDER: 2/29/2020 is the last day you can get $5 off your order fro DungeonNotebook.com!

On this VERY long episode we play through The Blood Hunter by Anthony Joyce - an adventure made for one DM and one Player. We had a freaking blast playing this and hope you have as much fun listening to it. After the adventure we give our thoughts on it, give out some Champion Loot for Idle Champions, and Treavor talks about his recently announced podcast I'm Gonna Podcast. You can send in questions for next weeks episode to DifficultyClass@gmail.com!

This episode is sponsored by dungeonnotebook.com - makers of the Tome of Delving. Keep track of character stats, spells, wild shapes, inventory - and a bunch of other stuff as well as the adventure itself in this hardcover notebook. Use discount code DC5 at checkout to get $5 off your purchase between now and 2/29/20. 

On this weeks episode we talk about the Unearthed Arcana that came out last week and what we think of the new subclasses it introduces for the Bard, Cleric, and Sorcerer. After that we discuss player character romance and why one of us is cool with it and the other is hesitant. Lastly we answer a listener question from our friend Dallas about our first encounter with a dragon as both a player and DM. If you would like your question, topic, or story read on the show send them in to DifficutlyClass@gmail.com!

On this episode listener Ryan Fitzgerald gives us a topic of how to make your BBEG interesting from a mechanic standpoint. Do we add items, change numbers, just break the game? Find out! After that we talk about playing the game as players get up into the higher levels and what we do to handle that. After that we pull out an extra part of Ryan's topic and talk about a type of story that we just don't enjoy.

This episode is sponsored by https://dungeonnotebook.com/ makers of the Tomb of Delving. Use Discount code DC5 at check out to get $5 off your purchase of this awesome character and adventure record book!

On this weeks episode we build a dungeon with the help of polls answered by listeners like you! Find out what won and see how we go about building a dungeon on the fly. Spoilers; it goes a lot better than we thought it would - well, at least we think so! After that we read some listener mail and answer a question about players changing characters. If you would like your question read on the show send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com!

On this episode we review Tyranny of Dragons (really this time) - the first campaign written for Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition. We start off with a spoiler free discussion, but after the DMs Guild Spotlight it is all spoilers all the time. After that we answer some listener questions about the campaign which were sent in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com just like you can with any questions, topic suggestions, or stories would want us to talk about on the show!

The last week was so crazy we had to push back our Tyranny of Dragons review. Instead we talk about everything from Hero Forge raising over $900,000 in less than 10 hours, to Idle Champions launching a new show, all the way to announcement of Explorer's Guide to Wildemount. Plus we make our own announcement about joining the Idle Champions Partner Program! After all of that we go through the recently released Unearthed Arcana and talk about our thoughts on the new subclasses. If you would like your question, topic, or story read on the show you can send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com!

On this episode we have a jam packed episode where we talk about new book leaks, lay offs at Fantasy flight, new Idle Champions characters, Hero Forge 2.0 - and that's only the news! After that we get into two listener topics about The Deck of Many Things and Monster Races as Player Characters! Lastly we answer a question from Brian an interesting way to do Initiative. If you would like your question, topic, or story read on the show send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com! 

The champions are back! A merchant from a distant town needs help protecting their warehouse - which has been robbed many times and they don't know how! What will the champions find when they spend a night there? And will they be able to handle what lurks in the dark?

Starring:

Ryan Blake Hall

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Gaarawarr

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Allie Deutschmann

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Robogoblin

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On this episode we talk about maybe not killing a player-character's family because it makes the bad guy more bad and why Treavor loves using DnD Beyond. After that we answer some questions from our awesome listener Henry. If you would like your question answered on the show send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com!

On this last episode of 2019 Treavor and Dusty talk about what a crazy year 2019 has been for TTRPGs and content creation. Dusty reminds us that there were A LOT of other RPGs we wanted to play this year that we just, well, didn't. We still answer a listener question at the end about helping players with getting inspired about character creation, but other than that it's just a good old conversational episode. Got your own TTRPG resolution for 2020? Send in your game picks to DiffictulyClass@gmail.com and we might read them on the next episode!

On this episode we talk about handling multiple NPCs at a time and how not to look like a crazy person talking to yourself in front of your players. After that we talk about Saying No to Players and why that is more of a balancing act than you may think. After that we answer a few questions from our awesome listeners. If you would like your questions read on the show you can send them to DifficultyClass@gmail.com!

On this episode we talk about if we like assigning roles in parties for both in and out of combat. After that we talk about metagaming and our love hate relationship with it. After that we answer a listener question from our good friend Dusty. If you would like your question, topic, or story read on the show send them into to DifficultyClass@gmail.com.

On this episode we talk about the new Unearthed Arcana which re-introduced Psionics into the playtest material. It's a very different this time around and we give our first impressions about what we think of this new direction. After that we talk about gaming with your family during the holidays and why bringing DnD to Thanksgiving dinner might not be a bad idea. After that we get a little corny with a small bonus topic. If you would like to write into the show with a question, topic suggestion, or story you can send them to DifficultyClass@gmail.com. Happy Holidays!

On this episode we get our hands on the new Eberron: Rising from the Last War book and the DnD vs Rick and Morty box set! We give our first impressions about both products and where we think both types of products might go in the future. At the end we answer a question from our good friend Hector about other settings we'd like to see as books in the future. If you would like to write in your own questions, topic, or advice you can send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com!

On this episode we talk about Role-Playing and what the book says about it. After that we talk about our DMing Prep Styles - how they started, how they have changed, and what we probably need to do to improve them. At the end we answer a Listener Question from our friend Brian about Cut-Scenes and if it's okay to do them. If you would like your question, topic, or advice read on the show you can send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com!

On this episode we do our first Listener suggested topic which is Describing Combat! After that we talk for quite a bit about the recently released Unearthed Arcana which was about Class Feature Variants and what we thought about them. At the end we answer a fun listener question from our friend Hector. If you would like your question, topic, or advice read on the show you can send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com.

On this episode we give our first impressions of the Collectors Edition of Tyranny of Dragons - released for its 5th anniversary. After that we review our first supplement on the show, Xanathar's Guide to Everything. What do we think of the book, and how does it rank for both players and DMs? Well tell you! (...spoilers, its the only one on the list so far soooo....) Lastly listener Brian tells us and you what we've been missing when talking about Adventure League DnD. If you would like your questions, topics, or thoughts read on the show you can send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com!

On this episode we talk with our friend Ben - also known as Puffin Forest on YouTube! We chat about how he got into DnD with 4th edition, what other RPGs he likes as well as what it's been like making his hilarious videos. Then at the end Ben answers a few questions from some of our listeners. If you would like your questions read on the show (though probably not answered by Puffin Forest) you can send those in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com!

The champions are back! A merchant from a distant town needs help protecting their warehouse - which has been robbed many times and they don't know how! What will the champions find when they spend a night there? And will they be able to handle what lurks in the dark?

Starring:

Ryan Blake Hall

twitter.com/storytellermars

Gaarawarr

twitter.com/gaarawarr 

Allie Deutschmann

twitter.com/alliebug321

Robogoblin

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We knew this was going to take up a good amount of time - so rather than cram it into a normal episode we broke it out on its own for you listening pleasure.  In this bonus episode we talk about the recently released Unearthed Arcana which rounded out the core classes with the Fighter, Ranger, and Rogue. We go over each one of them and what their new archetypes bring to the game, as well as give our thoughts on what we think of them.

On this (even longer) episode we talk with Justice Arman - author of the recently released Step Right Up on DMs Guild! We talk to him about his journey through creating content for Dungeons and Dragons as well as how he goes about doing so. Thought about trying to write adventures for DMs Guild? This is the episode to listen to. After that we answer some listener questions about what adventures to run for strangers, some battle mat problems, and what our top 5 campaign books are. If you would like your questions read on the show you can send them in to DiffictulyClass@gmail.com!

On this extra long episode we talk about Character Deaths and what we do when they happen - as well as TPKs (Total Party Kills) and how we feel about them. Also at the beginning we take a dive into the recently released Unearthed Arcana for the Druid, Cleric, and Wizard. If you would like your question, story, or topic read on the show you can send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com

This week we talk about how best to get into the hobby of Dungeons and Dragons - from both a Player and DM point of view - as well as disscuss why doing a Session Zero can really help both DM and Players. At the end we answer some listener questions about homebrewing, which we should probably do an episode about at some point. If you would like your questions, topic, or whatever read on the show send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com

On this episode we talk about ways we make Boss Fights more interesting and what to do when you Throw Too Much at Your Players. We also give our impressions of Hellbound Heists in our DMs Guild Spotlight - a new set of adventures from a collections of authors. At the end we talk a little bit about our listener Aaron's homebrew and give a little advice on homebrewing itself. If you would like your question, topic, or homebrew idea read on the show you can send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com

The week we give our first impressions of Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus and talk to our fellow professional DM Evan - who started it all at our bookstore. He and Allie answer some old questions from Dungeon Driver, and then the three of us talk about DMing for Strangers. After that Dallas writes in with a question about description in game. If you would like your questions answered on the show you can send them in to DifficutlyClass@gmail.com

On this episode we talk about Separating Ability Scores from Races and what ways we could see that working - as well as Dungeons and Dragons Video Games. At the end we answer a question from listener Aaron who asks what is the best advice we've received as DMs. If you would like your question, topic suggestion, or story read on the podcast send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com.  

On this episode we talk about the new Unearthed Arcana that was recently released and go over the new archetypes for Sorcerer and Warlock. After we talk talk about the problem some people are finding with Charisma Checks and what you can do (or can't do) about DMing when you're uncomfortable. If you have questions, topic suggestions, or stories you would like read on the show send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com and we might read them on the show.  

On this episode we talk about running games Theater or the Mind style and some ways we have done it - as well as our experiences with Battle Mats and why we like using them. If you have any questions, topic suggestions, or stories you would like to be read on the show send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com.   

On this episode we are reviewing Curse of Strahd. We give our spoiler-free thoughts at the beginning, followed by a relevant DMs Guild Spotlight, then get deep into spoilers about the story, layout, and artwork. Also, in order to give an idea of what this campaign can do, we give a recap of what happened when our group played through it. Finally we see where this ranked for us against Storm Kings Thunder and Tomb of Annihilation. 

If you would like you questions read on the show you can send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com 

This week Allie and Treavor talk about all the spoilers that have come out so far for the Magic the Gathering Dungeons and Dragons set coming out. They discuss how mechanics could effect the game and what decks they already want to build!

Hosts:

Allie Deutschmann (Roomie Roamers)

Twitter.com/alliebug321

Treavor Bettis (Champions of Lore, Champions of Psychology)

Twitter.com/TheTreavor

On our first ever bonus episode we talk about the recent Unearth Arcana which brought new archetypes for the Monk and Barbarian - which wasn't going to fit in with our Curse of Strahd Review. If you have any thoughts or questions about these archetypes or about Dungeons and Dragons in general you can send those in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com.

On this episode we get into some heavy topics and discuss why you shouldn't bring some of these elements into your game. We also talk about Impostor Syndrome and how Critical Role has made some DMs worried they aren't good enough. But, we also have some fun with listener questions as well as a good DMs Guild Spotlight. If you would like your question read on the show you can send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com

On this episode of Difficulty Class we talk about Improvising Encounters and how much of a challenge making Puzzles can be. We also get back on the Alignment conversation with a listener question. If you would like your question read on the show send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com

On this episode we talk about 4e and Pathfinder and how different they are to 5e, as well as answer a few listener questions at the end. If you would like your question read on the show send them into DifficultyClass@gmail.com

On this episode we talk about the Satanic Panic of the 80s and what people thought DnD players were doing, as well as discuss Alignment and how it affects the way you play your character. If you have questions for the show - or a suggestion for the DMs Guild Spotlight send those in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com

The Satanic Panic - 12:35

DMs Guild Spotlight - 37:40

Alignment - 39:12

On this episode we talk about D&D books for kids - including the recently released Young Adventurers Guides - as well as talk about actually playing D&D with kids. If you’d like your questions to be read on the show send them into DifficultyClass@gmail.com

On this episode of Difficulty Class we talk about the Stranger Things Starter Kit, give some advice on Pacing, and discuss why Backgrounds and Backstories are important. If you would like your question read on the show send them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com!

On this episode of Difficulty Class we talk about when to give our magic items and some of what makes a good villain. We also have a DMs Guild Spotlight for pricing magic items as well as answer a listener question about problem players.

On this episode of Difficulty Class we talk about the Essentials Kit (8:17) and how to Integrate Pre-Written Adventures into your Homebrew (53:01) - as well as answer a listener question about good first adventures. If you would like you’re question read on the show you can write them in to DifficultyClass@gmail.com.

On this episode we talk about ways to utilize Gods in your campaign (6:00) and when best to call for Skill Checks (26:10). Be sure to write in your questions to DifficultyClass@gmail.com.

This week Treavor and Allie talk about the Identify spell and if they find it to be a good mechanic or not. This also leads into a discussion about what mechanics need to be hidden from players - or if they even need to be at all.  

Starring:

Treavor Bettis

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Allie Deutschmann

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On this episode Allie and Treavor review Storm King’s Thunder! There is a spoiler free discussion at first, but spoilers start at 19:15 and go all the way to 52:10 where we answer a listener question. If you’d like your question to be read on the show write them in to difficultyclass@gmail.com

WotC released some weird new sub classes in an Unearthed Arcana and this week Treavor and Allie talk about not only those, but how subclasses like this could work in the future. 

Starring:

Treavor Bettis

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Allie Deutschmann

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This week Treavor and Allie talk about the recently announced books for Dungeons and Dragons as well as revisit Skill Checks. Do both of them have a realization that they then panic about? Find out!