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On the Right Path (S42 Ep. 34):

Building Character: Choosing Your Class in D&D Beyond

Every D&D hero begins with a choice. ⚔️ Will yours become a cunning Rogue, a fearless Fighter, or something entirely different?In this episode of On the Right Path, Lewanika guides new players through choosing a character class in D&D Beyond. Discover how class features, skills, Expertise, and Weapon Mastery help shape your character's abilities and gameplay.Whether you're creating your first D&D character or exploring the 2024 rules, your next adventure starts with the choices you make today.🎲 Your character. Your class. Your adventure.🌌 #ttrpg #roleplayerswanted #lookingforgame #TTRPG #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys-----------------------🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK 🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion 🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns 🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play ☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & community-----------------------You can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon pageTabletop Journeys Links:🧡 Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys🦋 Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys▶️ YouTube: / @ttjourneys🌐 Website: https://ttjourneys.com/📧 Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcc----And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

🌌 **Preservations (S4 Ep. 4) – Keys to the Vault (Act 4.2)**🚨 A colony erupts into chaos. A Starfleet crew races against time. And a desperate rescue may become something far more dangerous.As violence spreads across Metallus Prime, the crew of the USS Dilamus Christian faces impossible choices, shifting loyalties, and a mission where every second matters.🖖 Join Tabletop Journeys for Star Trek Adventures 2E actual play, featuring cinematic TTRPG mission design, tense 2d20 challenges, daring engineering, and high-stakes Starfleet decisions.🎲 When duty and survival collide, what would your crew sacrifice?🌌 #ttrpg #roleplayerswanted #seekingGM #lookingforgame #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ===================================🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc.🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment. 🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell 📊 Project Manager: Jim JohnsonBe sure to check out the Free Mission Brief Packs mentioned in this episode:📥 Star Trek Adventures Free Downloads: https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloadsSpecial thanks to B.C. Holmes. You can use their free tools to help build your campaign, just like AEGIS, with the links below.🌐STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.orgTo support their incredible work, join their Patreon.👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys-----------------------🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK 🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion 🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns 🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play ☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & community-----------------------You can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon pageTabletop Journeys Links:🧡 Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys 🦋 Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social 📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys ▶️ YouTube: / @ttjourneys 🌐 Website: https://ttjourneys.com/ 📧 Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcc----And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

On the Right Path (S3 Ep. 33): "Building Character: Your First Steps with D&D Beyond"Every great D&D adventure begins with a character—but are you setting yours up for success?In this episode of On the Right Path, Lewanika launches a practical guide to D&D Beyond character creation. Discover how to navigate the Standard Character Builder, select your 2024 D&D rules, manage content sources, and configure the settings that shape your gameplay.From digital dice and advancement to encumbrance and character privacy, these early decisions matter. Whether you're a new player or a returning veteran, your next adventure starts here!🎲 Ready to build your character?🌌 #ttrpg #roleplayerswanted #lookingforgame #TTRPG #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys-----------------------🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK 🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion 🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns 🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play ☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & community-----------------------You can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon pageTabletop Journeys Links:🧡 Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys🦋 Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys▶️ YouTube: / @ttjourneys🌐 Website: https://ttjourneys.com/📧 Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcc----And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.2

🌌 Preservations (S4 Ep. 4): Keys to The Vault Ep. (Act 4)A city on the brink. An away team running out of options. A starship racing against time. In Preservations (S4 Ep. 4) – Keys to the Vault (Act 4), the crew of the Dilamus Christian must balance civilian lives, a covert mission, and the dangerous temptation to push beyond safe limits. Every order carries a risk. Every delay tightens the net.Join Tabletop Journeys for Star Trek Adventures (STA) 2E actual play, where 2d20 Momentum, Threat, and Complications fuel tense choices and offer inspiration for TTRPG mission and adventure design. How far would you push your crew when time is running out?🌌 #ttrpg #roleplayerswanted #seekingGM #lookingforgame #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ===================================🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc.🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment. 🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell 📊 Project Manager: Jim JohnsonBe sure to check out the Free Mission Brief Packs mentioned in this episode:📥 Star Trek Adventures Free Downloads: https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloadsSpecial thanks to B.C. Holmes. You can use their free tools to help build your campaign, just like AEGIS, with the links below.🌐STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.orgTo support their incredible work, join their Patreon.👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys===================================You can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon pageTabletop Journeys Links:🧡 Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys 🦋 Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social 📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys ▶️ YouTube: / @ttjourneys 🌐 Website: https://ttjourneys.com/ 📧 Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: : https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcc---And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

A memorable D&D character needs more than a class, species, and backstory. What do they want? Who matters to them? What happens when their values are tested?In this episode of On the Right Path, Lewanika explores how to move beyond the character concept and discover a hero through motivations, fears, relationships, and meaningful choices. Whether you are a new player seeking direction or a GM helping someone find their character’s voice, these tools can turn a promising idea into someone ready to grow and surprise you at the table.#ttrpg #PlayerToolkit #PlayerTips #RoleplayersWanted #BuildingCharacters #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify:🌐 https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:🌐 https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & communityYou can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.Tabletop Journeys Links:🧡 Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys🦋 Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys▶️ YouTube: / @ttjourneys🌐 Website: https://ttjourneys.com/📧 Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llccAnd remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

Preservations (S4 Ep 4) - "Keys to the Vault" (Act 3.2)District Six is about to ignite. To find the key to the Vault, the crew must bargain for intelligence while planning an evacuation under rival gangs’ eyes. Then Captain Tobor receives a warning that turns a covert mission into a race against conspiracy, revolution, and warp speed.Join Preservations for a Star Trek Adventures 2E Actual Play with command choices, Momentum, Complications, and ideas for TTRPG mission and adventure design. Can Starfleet outrun the coming storm?🌌 #ttrpg #roleplayerswanted #lookingforgame #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ\===================================🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc.🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment.🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager: Jim JohnsonBe sure to check out the Free Mission Brief Packs mentioned in this episode:📥 Star Trek Adventures Free Downloads: [https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloads](https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloads)Special thanks to B.C. Holmes. You can use their free tools to help build your campaign, just like AEGIS, with the links below.🌐STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): [https://sta.bcholmes.org](https://sta.bcholmes.org)To support their incredible work, join their Patreon.👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes ([https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts](https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts))\===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:You can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon pageTabletop Journeys Links:🧡 Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys🦋 Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social📘 Facebook: [www.facebook.com/ttjourneys](http://www.facebook.com/ttjourneys)▶️ YouTube: / @ttjourneys🌐 Website: [https://ttjourneys.com/](https://ttjourneys.com/)📧 Email: [podcast@ttjourneys.com](mailto\:podcast@ttjourneys.com)And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

🌌 STA - Preservations (S4 Ep. 4) – Keys to The Vault Ep (Act 3)A cloaked ship. A rain-soaked colony. A rescue team walking into enemy territory.The crew races to recover the only specialist capable of unlocking the Vault—but an operative from Oshen’s past may expose them first. Join us for Star Trek Adventures Second Edition Actual Play featuring cinematic TTRPG storytelling, mission design, and sci-fi adventure.🌌 #ttrpg#SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ===================================Star Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius Entertainment🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc.🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment. 🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell 📊 Project Manager: Jim JohnsonBe sure to check out the Free Mission Brief Packs mentioned in this episode:📥 Star Trek Adventures Free Downloads: https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloadsSpecial thanks to B.C. Holmes. You can use their free tools to help build your campaign, just like AEGIS, with the links below.🌐STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.orgTo support their incredible work, join their Patreon.👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys-----------------------🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK 🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion 🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns 🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play ☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & community-----------------------You can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon pageTabletop Journeys Links:🧡 Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys 🦋 Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social 📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys ▶️ YouTube: / @ttjourneys 🌐 Website: https://ttjourneys.com/ 📧 Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcc----And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

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Not every game at Gen Con is a home run, and Michael Ross doesn't pretend otherwise. 🎯In this episode of Tabletop Cafe, Michael breaks down Gen Con 2026 Day Two: Friday, and it's a tale of two very different gaming experiences. First up: a Spaceballs-themed RPG that had everything going for it on paper. The IP, the humor, the Schwartz jokes... but it struggled under the weight of too many players and execution that didn't quite land. A for effort. D for execution. He still had fun. It just wasn't great. 😅But then? Friday night delivered. Flying solo from his crew, Michael snuck off to play the Marvel 616 RPG run by a convention gaming group called McKenzie's Marauders and walked away calling it his best convention experience with the system in four tries. Everyone got their moment to shine, the GM ran a tight comic-book-style story, and it reminded him exactly why he keeps coming back to Gen Con every year. 🦸‍♂️🎲Along the way, Michael digs into what makes or breaks a convention RPG session. Player count, table chemistry, group cohesion, and why gaming with your crew can rescue even a rough session. Real talk, honest takes, and genuine enthusiasm for the hobby. That's Tabletop Cafe.👇 Drop a comment below: Have you ever played the Marvel 616 RPG? And what's your max player count before a convention game starts to fall apart?And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an Episode🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned in the EpisodeMarvel 616 RPG: the superhero tabletop game Michael keeps returning to at conventionsMcKenzie's Marauders: convention gaming group out of Toledo, Ohio; look for their events!37 Zombies: referenced from the Thursday episode; another convention group worth seeking out🔗 Tabletop Journeys LinksPatreon: http://patreon.com/ttjourneysBluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttjourneysYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneysWebsite: https://ttjourneys.com/Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com#TabletopCafe #TabletopJourneys #GenCon2026 #GenCon #TTRPGPodcast #Marvel616 #MarvelRPG #SavageWorlds #TTRPG #RoleplayingGames #ConventionGaming #GameMaster #TTRPGCommunity #SpaceballsRPG #IndieRPG #ComicBookRPG #TableTopGaming #PodcastersOfInstagram #YouAreHavingFunDoingItRight

Gen Con 2026 is in the books and Michael is breaking it all down, one day at a time! 🏰⚔️In this episode of Tabletop Cafe, Michael kicks off his Gen Con 2026 recap with Day One: Thursday. He played not one but two Savage Worlds games run by Ron of the gaming group 37 Zombies. Sspoiler: he thinks Ron might be the closest thing to a lab-designed perfect GM he's ever encountered. High energy, cinematic action, spotlight moments for every player at the table... even when that table seats seven or more. 🎬🧟Michael also dips into the dealer hall, shares a quick look at his own GM-less tabletop RPG Action 12 Cinema (a d12-only love letter to over-the-top cinema), gives a warm shout-out to 37 Zombies' legendary Lori's Midnight Games, and delivers an extremely passionate endorsement of Weber's Grill French onion soup. 🍲 (He had it twice on Thursday. We're not judging.)Whether you're a Gen Con veteran, a Savage Worlds fan, or just someone who loves hearing about the magic that happens when a great GM gets behind a screen, this one's for you. And if you see 37 Zombies on your convention event list? Sign up immediately. Save Michael a seat.👇 Drop a comment below: What's YOUR must-play game or must-eat meal at Gen Con? And who's your favorite convention GM?And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an Episode🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned in the Episode37 Zombies Gaming Group — look for their events at your next convention!Action 12 Cinema — Michael's own GM-less TTRPG using only d12sWeber's Grill Restaurant, Indianapolis — French onion soup, apparently life-changing🔗 Tabletop Journeys LinksPatreon: http://patreon.com/ttjourneysBluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttjourneysYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneysWebsite: https://ttjourneys.com/Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com#TabletopCafe #TabletopJourneys #GenCon2026 #GenCon #TTRPGPodcast #SavageWorlds #TTRPG #DungeonsAndDragons #TabletopRPG #RoleplayingGames #ConventionGaming #GameMaster #IndieRPG #TTRPGCommunity #BoardGames #Action12Cinema #37Zombies #PodcastersOfInstagram #TTRPGTwitter #YouAreHavingFunDoingItRight

Preservations (S4 Ep. 4) – Keys to The Vault Ep. (Act 2.3)The plan is set. Now the crew must turn it into a mission.A prototype ship, hidden weapons, borrowed identities, and a destination already sliding toward chaos. Every choice must be made before the team crosses beyond Federation space. With rescue hours away and secrecy as vital as survival, the crew of the Dilamus Christian prepares for an operation that cannot carry Starfleet fingerprints.In this Star Trek Adventures 2E actual play, see how mission planning, equipment, character stakes, and hard constraints create tension before the first shot is fired. a practical showcase of TTRPG mission and adventure design.🌌 #ttrpg #roleplayerswanted #seekingGM #lookingforgame #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ===================================Star Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius Entertainment🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc.🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment.🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager: Jim JohnsonBe sure to check out the Free Mission Brief Packs mentioned in this episode:📥 Star Trek Adventures Free Downloads: https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloadsSpecial thanks to B.C. Holmes. You can use their free tools to help build your campaign, just like AEGIS, with the links below.🌐STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.orgTo support their incredible work, join their Patreon.👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:You can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon pageTabletop Journeys Links:🧡 Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys🦋 Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys▶️ YouTube: / @ttjourneys🌐 Website: https://ttjourneys.com/📧 Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llccAnd remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

🕷️ Ever wanted to play Spider-Man, Captain America, or Wolverine in a tabletop RPG using the actual licensed Marvel system?

In this episode of Tabletop Cafe, host Michael takes you on a deep-dive mechanical breakdown of the Marvel Multiverse RPG, designed by Matt Forbeck. From the unique Marvel Dice System to the six-tier ranking structure, damage calculations, Karma, Traits, Tags, Powers, and where to start if you're brand new. This one's packed with everything you need to know.

Whether you're a lifelong Marvel fan, a seasoned TTRPG veteran, or just curious about superhero roleplaying games, this is your essential guide. Drop a comment below and tell us: Which hero would YOU play first? 🦸

⏱️Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction

04:20 – The Marvel Dice System

09:20 – The Ranking Structure (Rank 1–6)

14:10 – The M.A.R.V.E.L. Ability Stats

17:20 – Action Checks & Damage Calculations

19:40 – Damage Reduction Explained

21:48 – Karma: The Meta Currency

34:09 – Traits & Tags

42:00 – The Cataclysm of Kang Adventure

45:08 – Starter Sets & Where to Buy

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🎲 Marvel Multiverse RPG — https://www.marvel.com/rpg

📦 Escape from Planet Hulk Starter Set — available from your local game store

📚 Core Rulebook & Expansions (Avengers, X-Men, Spider-Verse, Secret Wars)

🛒 Third-party adventures — DriveThruRPG.com

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#MarvelMultiverseRPG #TTRPG #TabletopRPG #MarvelRPG #SuperheroRPG #DiceSystem #TabletopJourneys #TabletopCafe #RoleplayingGames #MarvelGames #TTRPGCommunity #RPGReview #MattForbeck #SpiderMan #CaptainAmerica #DnDAlternatives #IndieRPG #GameMaster #RPGMechanics #HeroicFantasy

🌌 Preservations (S4 Ep. 4) – Keys to The Vault Ep (Act 2.2)The crew prepares to leave Starfleet uniforms and Federation safeguards behind. The mission sounds simple: enter District Six undercover, meet a dangerous contact, gather intelligence on the Ebony Knox, and disappear without exposing who they are. But before descending into one of Metallus Prime’s most unforgiving districts, they must select their operatives, build convincing covers, conceal their technology, and secure a ship fast enough to escape whatever follows. In this Star Trek Adventures 2E actual play, covert mission planning, character-driven tension, and TTRPG adventure design collide beyond Starfleet’s protection.🌌 #ttrpg #roleplayerswanted #seekingGM #lookingforgame #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ===================================Star Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius Entertainment🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc.🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment. 🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell 📊 Project Manager: Jim JohnsonBe sure to check out the Free Mission Brief Packs mentioned in this episode:📥 Star Trek Adventures Free Downloads: https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloadsSpecial thanks to B.C. Holmes. You can use their free tools to help build your campaign, just like AEGIS, with the links below.🌐 STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.orgTo support their incredible work, join their Patreon.👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys-----------------------------------🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK 🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion 🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns 🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play ☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & community--------------------------------------------------You can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon pageTabletop Journeys Links:🧡 Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys🦋 Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social📘 Facebook: [www.facebook.com/ttjourneys](http://www.facebook.com/ttjourneys)▶️ YouTube: / @ttjourneys🌐 Website: https://ttjourneys.com/📧 Email: [podcast@ttjourneys.com](mailto:podcast@ttjourneys.com)📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcc---And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

🛡️ OtRP S2 Ep 32The Northlands are calling, but this frozen realm is not just a playground for Game Masters.Kobold Press packs its wintry campaign setting with player options designed to forge heroes worthy of an epic northern saga. Lewanika explores the subclasses, species, backgrounds, feats, rune magic, spells, and evolving legendary treasures waiting beyond the ice. Could these options breathe new life into your next D&D or Tales of the Valiant character?Step into the cold and discover what Northlands offers players—and why its character-building tools may deserve a place at your table.#ttrpg #GMToolkit #GMtips #KoboldPress #TOV #talesofthevaliant #northlands #TTRPgamereview #Campaignbuilding #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify: 🌐 https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube: 🌐 https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys-----------------------🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK 🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion 🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns 🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play ☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & community-----------------------You can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.Tabletop Journeys Links:🧡 Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys 🦋 Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social 📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys ▶️ YouTube: / @ttjourneys 🌐 Website: https://ttjourneys.com/ 📧 Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcc----And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

🌌 Preservations (S4 Ep. 4) – Keys to The Vault Ep (Act 2.1)

A covert mission begins long before anyone reaches the target.The Preservations crew needs an untraceable ship, a reliable contact, and a path into the lawless streets of District 6. But every favor carries a price, every connection exposes another danger, and new intelligence suggests the Ebony Knox may already be closer than expected.In this Star Trek Adventures 2E Actual Play, diplomacy, investigation, and clandestine mission planning collide in a tense example of TTRPG mission and adventure design. Can the crew open the way to the Vault without revealing what they are really searching for?🌌 #ttrpg #roleplayerswanted #seekingGM #lookingforgame #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ
===================================Star Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius Entertainment🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc.🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment.🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager: Jim Johnson
Be sure to check out the Free Mission Brief Packs mentioned in this episode:📥 Star Trek Adventures Free Downloads: https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloadsSpecial thanks to B.C. Holmes. You can use their free tools to help build your campaign, just like AEGIS, with the links below.🌐STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.orgTo support their incredible work, join their Patreon.👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & communityYou can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon pageTabletop Journeys Links:🧡 Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys🦋 Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys▶️ YouTube: / @ttjourneys🌐 Website: https://ttjourneys.com/📧 Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llccAnd remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

🎲 Can a board game become your DM's secret weapon? Dr. Homebrew puts Roll Player by Thunderworks Games to the ultimate test, using it as an NPC generator for your TTRPG table! Spoiler: the results surprised even him. 👀

In this episode, Josh dives deep into Roll Player's competitive character-building system of class selection, randomized backgrounds, colored dice, loot tables, skills, and attributes. He is looking for the answer to the big question every Game Master wants answered: Can I use this to generate rich, compelling NPCs on the fly?

The answer? Well... it's complicated. 😅

Josh discovers that Roll Player is less a quick-at-the-table tool and more of a character development powerhouse. It's perfect for crafting long-term recurring NPCs and memorable player characters with real depth, narrative weight, and surprising story directions. Think less "random tavern owner" and more "the villain your players will never forget."

He also walks you through Talise Visura, a harbor elf rogue built entirely through the Roll Player system, complete with a jeweled acid-splash dagger 🗡️, a magical haste robe 🧥, and a moral compass that points firmly toward gray. She's a free Patreon card for September, and you do NOT want to miss her.

🃏 Also in this episode:

How Roll Player's 18-round system creates meaningful character choices that deepen any NPC

Why group play and solo play produce surprisingly different results

How the Tabletop Journeys team used a similar approach for Preservations, their Star Trek Adventures actual play

A deep dive into the August Patreon card set. 10 pages of Harbor Elf subspecies content for the city of Bridgedwell, including species rules, a background, feats, and spells 🧝‍♀️✨

A preview of the September "Enchantments for the Common Man" deck

Whether you're a GM looking to breathe life into your world, a board gamer curious about TTRPG crossover, or a D&D player who wants a new way to build characters — this episode is for you. Hit play, bring a friend who loves games, and let's build something amazing together. 🎮🐉

🆓 FREE September NPC Card — Talis Vizura, Harbor Elf Rogue Download her card (front + back stat block) FREE all month at patreon.com/ttjourneys starting September 1st!

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🌌 OtRP (S2 Ep. 31) – A.E.G.I.S.: Rebuilding the Federation After the Dominion War

The Dominion War is over, but across the Federation, the work of rebuilding has only begun.

Discover A.E.G.I.S., the Starfleet Corps of Engineers initiative that transforms recovery missions into a living Star Trek Adventures campaign. Lewanika explores how rotating crews, modular Mission Briefs, and adaptable leadership create cinematic 2d20 adventures at game stores, conventions, and online. For GMs interested in TTRPG mission and adventure design, A.E.G.I.S. offers a framework capable of sending players anywhere the Federation needs them.

The next mission begins where the war ended. Will you answer the call?

🌌 #ttrpg #roleplayerswanted #seekingGM #lookingforgame #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ

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Star Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius Entertainment

🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc.

🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment.

🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell

📊 Project Manager: Jim Johnson

Be sure to check out the Free Mission Brief Packs mentioned in this episode:

📥 Star Trek Adventures Free Downloads: https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloads

Special thanks to B.C. Holmes. You can use their free tools to help build your campaign, just like AEGIS, with the links below.

🌐STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.org

To support their incredible work, join their Patreon.

👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)

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Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross

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What happens when a lifelong roleplayer finally steps into his first-ever LARP and goes 0-for-8 at rock-paper-scissors? You get one of the most unforgettable Gen Con Saturdays on record. 🪨✂️📄

In this episode of Tabletop Café, your host Michael breaks down his packed Gen Con 2026 Saturday a day that included:

🧛 His first official LARP experience. An Old Gods of Appalachia tabletop LARP run by City of Glass Games, set aboard an immersive period train with costumes, sound effects, props, and railroad-era atmosphere that earned a full A+ rating

🤠 A multi-table Deadlands game titled "So Shall He Reap", run by the MAMS crew, including GM Dungeon Wrecker Rose, featuring a cinematic Savage Worlds adventure that somehow survived a real-life tornado warning mid-session

🌪️ The Gen Con tornado scare that sent some gamers to the basement and others… back to their cards of Hanabi (perfect score achieved, no asterisks)

💬 A candid look at the gaming organizations bringing RPG events to life at Gen Con and why the roleplaying scene deserves way more coverage

🎯 What City of Glass Gaming and MAMS are running, who they are, and why you should look for them at your next convention

Whether you're a Gen Con veteran, a LARP-curious roleplayer, or someone trying to figure out how to get the most out of convention gaming, this one's for you. Michael also shares thoughts on Alice is Missing, Vampire: The Masquerade, the noise challenges of Gen Con's shared event spaces, and why you absolutely should go.

Can't make it to Gen Con? Michael has a word about AcadeCon too. 👀

00:00:00 – Introduction

00:01:35 – Why Michael Goes to Gen Con

00:02:19 – Saturday Game 1: Old Gods of Appalachia LARP

00:10:18 – Tornados and Hanabi

00:11:55 – Saturday Game 2: Deadlands "So Shall He Reap"

00:16:18 – Should YOU Go to Gen Con?

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🎮 City of Glass Games / City of Glass Gaming. Look them up on Facebook for their event schedule, including LARPs, Vampire: The Masquerade, Changeling, Alice is Missing, and more

🤠 MAMS Crew. Convention RPG event organizers running Deadlands, Old Gods of Appalachia, Shadowrun, Star Wars, Monster of the Week, Fate, Lancer, Masks, and more

📖 Old Gods of Appalachia RPG. Published by Monty Cook Games using the Cypher System. Cthulhu-meets-Appalachian-folklore horror

🃏 Deadlands: The Weird West. Savage Worlds-powered horror Western RPG

🤫 Alice is Missing. A silent, phone-based TTRPG mystery experience

🎟️ AcadeCon. Michael's regional convention. Definitely worth checking out if Gen Con isn't in reach

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Preservations: The Keys to the Vault (Act 1)A message from a former crewmate pulls Captain Tobor and the crew of the Dilamus Christian toward unfinished business and a dangerous new lead. As life aboard the ship settles into a new rhythm, old friendships, family ties, and questionable contacts may offer the only path to unlocking the encrypted Bajoran archives.In Preservations: The Keys to the Vault (Act 1), the next Star Trek Adventures RPG 2E mission begins with character-driven actual play, crew development, and the first threads of a high-stakes investigation that offers inspiration for TTRPG mission and adventure design.🌌 #ttrpg #roleplayerswanted #seekingGM #lookingforgame #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ----------------Star Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius Entertainment===================================🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc.🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment.🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager: Jim JohnsonCharacter Sheet images courtesy of the🌐STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.org👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & communityYou can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon pageTabletop Journeys Links:🧡 Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys🦋 Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys▶️ YouTube: / @ttjourneys🌐 Website: https://ttjourneys.com/📧 Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llccAnd remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

🎲 Inside Gen Con 2026: Michael’s Games, Surprises & First LARP | Tabletop Café

The dice have stopped rolling, but the stories are just beginning. Michael Ross returns from Gen Con 2026 with tales from North America’s largest tabletop convention—from the packed exhibit hall and major D&D announcements to memorable RPG sessions, his first LARP, and the community that makes it unforgettable.

Pull up a chair at the Tabletop Café for the highlights, challenges, and surprises of Gen Con.

What convention keeps calling you back—or remains on your bucket list?#ttrpg #LiveShow #JoinTheConversation #GMTips #PlayerTips #TTRPGConvention #AcadeCon #GenCon #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ-------------------------------------------------☕ Tabletop Café was recorded live. Watch every other Wednesday at 8:00 PM EST on YouTube and join the conversation:
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What if your cleric, paladin, or warlock finally had a deity worth believing in? One rooted in real-world religious history, myth, and complexity. This week, the crew sits down with The Game Master's Handbook of Patrons, Pacts, and Pantheons author Colby Whittaker (@dm_hagiologist) for a conversation that just might change how you worldbuild forever.

Colby returns to Tabletop Journeys for his second visit, and this time, he's bringing his solo debut book to the table. With two degrees in religious studies, nearly a thousand rollable table entries across his published works, and a passion for making DMs' lives easier, Colby breaks down why most fantasy TTRPG settings get religion wrong and exactly how to fix that at your table.

We dig into:

🕌 Why D&D settings tend to default to either "Disney's Hercules" polytheism or fire-and-brimstone Christianity and what's missing from both

📜 How real-world religious history (schisms, sects, regional variations, folk belief) is weirder and richer than most fantasy worldbuilding

🧙 Why DMs panic the moment a cleric walks in and how this book rescues them

🌿 The Feywild, Eldritch Patrons, and how to make pacts with cosmic powers feel meaningful

🎲 Behind the scenes on nearly 1,000 rollable table entries drawn from actual history and myth

💀 Why your non-religious rogue might still pray before battle and why that's great storytelling

🌍 How the same deity can be worshipped in radically different ways across your world (and why that's historically accurate!)

📖 The famous "Idiot Ball" theory of tabletop storytelling and why sometimes you have to charge into the room full of liches

Plus: Gen Con debrief with Michael Ross, a new Patreon card deck for the Kudje species, and plenty of the TTJ chaos you've come to love. 🎉

Game Master's Handbook of Patrons, Packs, and Pantheons releases August 18th. Pre-order now and don't miss the 40-page bonus chapter packed with magic items for every single patron in the book!

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📘 Game Master's Handbook of Patrons, Packs, and Pantheons by Colby Whittaker — Available August 18th via Media Lab Books

🔗 Colby on Bluesky: @dm_hagiologist

🔗 Colby on Instagram: @dm_hagiologist

🔗 Colby's website: hagiologist.com

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The mission is over, but Starfleet’s judgment is just beginning. In this Preservations bonus episode, the crew faces Reputation Rolls after the events of S4 Ep. 2. Success, risk, restraint, and questionable choices all come under review as Acclaim, commendations, favors, and consequences are decided. See how Star Trek Adventures 2E turns a mission’s aftermath into character development and how Reputation can help GMs make TTRPG mission and adventure design matter long after the final scene at the table.🌌 #ttrpg #roleplayerswanted #seekingGM #lookingforgame #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ==================================Star Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius Entertainment🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc.🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment.🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager: Jim JohnsonCharacter Sheet images courtesy of the🌐STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.org👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:You can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon page🌐 Patreon: https://patreon.com/tabletopjourneys🌐 Website: https://tabletopjourneys.com🌐 Discord: https://discord.gg/tabletopjourneysAnd remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

❄️ OtRP (S2 Ep. 30) – Forged by the Cold: Building Better Campaigns with NorthlandsA frozen frontier is more than snow and longships—it's a culture that should shape every encounter. In this episode of On the Right Path, we explore how Kobold Press's Northlands gives GMs practical tools to build richer campaigns through honor, reputation, prophecy, and unforgettable traditions. Whether you run Tales of the Valiant, D&D 5E, or another fantasy TTRPG, discover how borrowing the right ideas can make your world feel alive long before initiative is rolled.❄️ #ttrpg #GMToolkit #GMtips #KoboldPress #TOV #talesofthevaliant #northlands #TTRPgamereview #Campaignbuilding #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK 🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion 🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns 🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play ☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & communityYou can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon page🌐 Patreon: https://patreon.com/tabletopjourneys🌐 Website: https://tabletopjourneys.com🌐 Discord: https://discord.gg/tabletopjourneys📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llccAnd remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

The Names We Preserve (Act 3.3)The mission is almost over… until everything begins to fall apart. In The Names We Preserve (Act 3.3), the crew faces impossible odds as lives hang in the balance, split-second decisions reshape the mission, and teamwork becomes the only path to survival. This Star Trek Adventures RPG 2E Actual Play showcases cinematic TTRPG mission design, tactical combat, dramatic rescues, and the unforgettable moments that define a Starfleet crew.🌌 #ttrpg #roleplayerswanted #seekingGM #lookingforgame #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ--------------------------------------------------🎲 Star Trek Adventures RPG CreditsStar Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius Entertainment🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc.🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment. 🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell 📊 Project Manager: Jim Johnson Character Sheet images courtesy of the    🌐STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.org 👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)--------------------------------------------------------------------Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch: - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneys- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK 🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion 🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns 🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play ☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & community---------------------------------------------------------------You can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station, or check out our Patreon page: 🌐 Patreon: https://patreon.com/tabletopjourneys 🌐 Website: https://tabletopjourneys.com 🌐 Discord: https://discord.gg/tabletopjourneys----------------------------------------------------📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcc-------------------And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

OtRP (S2 Ep 29) - On the Right Path to Kobold Press's NorthlandsWhat makes a campaign setting more than just another fantasy world? Step into Kobold Press's Northlands as we crack open this epic tome and uncover the legends, cultures, monsters, and adventure hooks waiting beneath the ice. Whether you run D&D 5E, Tales of the Valiant, or another fantasy TTRPG, this spoiler-free first look explores what makes a setting inspire unforgettable adventures before a single die is rolled.#TTRPG #KoboldPress #TOV #Northlands #Unboxing #GameReview #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & communityYou can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station, or check out our Patreon page:🌐 Patreon: https://patreon.com/tabletopjourneys🌐 Website: https://tabletopjourneys.com🌐 Discord: https://discord.gg/tabletopjourneys📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcc

🌌 A forgotten archive. An impossible deadline. Shadows closing from every direction.The search for the truth reaches a dangerous turning point as the crew of the USS Dilamus Christian uncovers a hidden Cardassian installation buried beneath an alien world. Every discovery opens another mystery, every solution reveals another obstacle, and with hostile forces converging, the away team must rely on Starfleet ingenuity, teamwork, and courage to complete a mission where knowledge may prove more valuable than firepower.If you enjoy Star Trek Adventures 2E, cinematic TTRPG actual plays, 2d20 gameplay, mission-focused storytelling, Star Trek roleplaying, and cooperative problem solving, you're in the right place.🌌 #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ👍 Like the video🖖 Subscribe to Tabletop Journeys🔔 Ring the Bell so you never miss an episode!--------------------------------------------------------------------🚀 Want to join our Star Trek Adventures universe as a player? 🌐 Patreon: https://patreon.com/ttjourneys🛸 Join our community for in-person games, online discussion, and events! 🌐 FB : https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1HieGmHSXx/ 🌐 Discord: https://discord.gg/tCMdWMTh----------------------------------------------------------------------------🎲 Star Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius Entertainment🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. 🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment. 🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell 📊 Project Manager: Jim JohnsonCharacter Sheet images courtesy of the 🌐 STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.org👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmeshttps://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts--------------------------------------------------------------------🎙️ Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross.🎧 Listen & WatchSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK 🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion 🛠️ Dr. Homebrew – Homebrew, mechanics, & design breakdowns 🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – Star Trek Adventures Actual Play ☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & communityYou can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.--------------------------------------------------------------------If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the crew of the USS Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station, or join one of our ongoing games, check out our Patreon page.🌐 Patreon: https://patreon.com/tabletopjourneys🌐 Website: https://tabletopjourneys.com🌐 Discord: https://discord.gg/tabletopjourneys📚 Check Our Library of Content 🌐 On DriveThruRPG:https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc 🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeysAnd remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

You asked, so Dr. Homebrew delivered! After the huge response to the original Window Boxing episode, Josh is back with a hands-on, adventure-by-adventure breakdown — putting the framework into practice with Vaderin's Vault, the level 7 heist adventure from Keys from the Golden Vault. 🗝️✨

This time it's all application. Josh walks through exactly how to lift, reskin, and rebuild a published module piece by piece:

🚪 On-Ramps. How to get your party into the vault heist seamlessly, and what to do with the diadem MacGuffin if the built-in Patreon hook doesn't fit your world

🎭 NPCs. Which characters are ready to lift as-is (hint: Nyxlana Vidorant is a gem) and which need a little extra work to shine

🗺️ Location & Map. Why this vault might be the most "plug-and-play" location you'll find in any published adventure

💰 Loot. The one place this module needs a homebrew assist, and how to fix it

🚪 Off-Ramps. How to handle the adventure's multiple possible endings, and why you're always allowed to just... ignore all of them

Plus a great connective tissue tip: tying Samphith Goldenbeard to Prisoner 13 (another Golden Vault adventure) for some real plot continuity between one-shots. 🔗

If the first episode gave you the theory, this one hands you the toolkit. Perfect for any DM looking to run Keys from the Golden Vault — or any anthology adventure — as part of a living campaign instead of a one-off. 🎲🔥

💬 Drop a comment: Have you run anything from Keys from the Golden Vault? How did you make it your own?

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🔗 Links & Resources mentioned in the episode:

Keys from the Golden Vault (D&D anthology adventure)

A Catalogue of Relics of Power https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/509933/a-catalogue-of-relics-of-power

Bridgewell Chronicles drivethrurpg.com/en/product/574146

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A forgotten Cardassian outpost. A child who keeps proving everyone wrong. A doorway that refuses to surrender its secrets. 🖖 The expedition finally reaches the hidden archive, but the journey underground is anything but routine. Strange sounds echo through the caverns, long-abandoned defenses still wait for unsuspecting visitors, and an unexpected member of the team continues to surprise even Starfleet's finest. As confidence grows, one split-second mistake changes everything; and the mission takes a dangerous turn.Will preparation be enough when history refuses to stay buried?🌌 #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ--------------Join Tabletop Journeys for Act 3 of Star Trek: Preservations, where exploration, teamwork, and unforgettable roleplay collide in this cinematic Star Trek Adventures 2E Actual Play.👍 Like, Subscribe, and Ring the Bell so you never miss another mission.🖖 Become part of the adventure! Join our ongoing Star Trek Adventures A.E.G.I.S. Living Campaign on Patreon:👉 https://patreon.com/ttjourneys🌍 Want to play in this same shared universe?Join our community on Facebook and Discord:👉 Discord: https://discord.gg/tabletopjourneys🌐 Website: https://tabletopjourneys.com--------------🎙️ MORE FROM TABLETOP JOURNEYS 🧭 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice. 🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – Cinematic Star Trek Adventures Actual Play. ☕ Tabletop Café – Conversations with creators and the tabletop community.--------------Star Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius Entertainment🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. 🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment. 🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell 📊 Project Manager: Jim JohnsonCharacter Sheet images courtesy of the 🌐STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.org 👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)

He wrote the book on how to run better games with less prep. Then he wrote a better book. And now Mike Shea of Sly Flourish is sitting down with us at Tabletop Journeys and this conversation does NOT disappoint.

If you're a Game Master who has ever stared at a blank page two hours before session, built an entire world your players will never see, or wondered why skill challenges always feel a little off at the table, you aren't alone. MIke is here to help!

We talk through the origin story of the legendary Eight Steps, break down the difference between clocks and skill challenges (and why one of them is actually better for improv GMs), take a peek inside the new book *Rise of the Lazy Game Master*.

Timestamps:

00:00:47 Introduction

00:03:06 Mike's bio/background

00:06:15 Origin of the Eight Steps

00:16:47 Is overpreparing actually "prep" or is it something else?

00:30:37 Do you ever feel like you're repeating yourself?

00:36:05 The tech/tools. Generators, artisanal database, GitHub

00:40:36 Clocks vs. Skill Challenges

00:48:51 Favorite style/genre to run vs. play

00:52:47 Closing question

00:58:00 Rise of the Lazy Gamemaster

Whether you're running your first campaign or your fiftieth, this one has something for you. Share it with your DM, your whole party, your entire Discord server. Let's get this conversation going in the comments. 💬⬇️

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- 🎲 **Rise of the Lazy Game Master on Kickstarter:** https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/slyflourish/rise-of-the-lazy-game-master

- 🌐 **Sly Flourish:** https://slyflourish.com

- 🧰 **Sly Flourish Tools & Generators (GitHub):** https://github.com/SlyFlourish

Also discussed:

- 🎮 **Blades in the Dark** (clocks mechanic) — Evil Hat Productions

- 🚀 **Nimble RPG** — Evan Diaz

- 🖖 **Star Trek Adventures** — Modiphius Entertainment

- 📚 *The Expanse* RPG & novels (James S.A. Corey / Traveller roots)

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Preservations: The Names We Preserve (Act 2)Two stowaways. Two away teams. One mission already beginning to unravel.As an archaeological expedition launches into hostile territory, an unexpected discovery forces Starfleet officers to choose between protocol, compassion, and family. While one team battles unforgiving terrain, another confronts secrets that could reshape the mission before the first artifact is ever found. Every choice has consequences, and not every challenge waits inside the ruins. A cinematic Star Trek Adventures 2E Actual Play featuring immersive roleplay, mission design, adventure storytelling, and the 2d20 System.🌌 #ttrpg #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ===================================Star Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius Entertainment🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc.🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment.🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager: Jim JohnsonCharacter Sheet images courtesy of the🌐STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.org👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmeshttps://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross.🎧 Listen & WatchSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK 🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns 🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – Star Trek Adventures Actual Play ☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & communityYou can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the crew of the USS Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station, or join one of our ongoing games, check out our Patreon page.🌐 Patreon: https://patreon.com/tabletopjourneys🌐 Website: https://tabletopjourneys.com🌐 Discord: https://discord.gg/tabletopjourneys📚 Check Our Library of Content 🌐 On DriveThruRPG:https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc 🌐 On DM's Guild:https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llccAnd remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.🌌 #IDICYall #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #CallYourBoysTTJ #tabletopjourneys

🔥 Beat the Heat? Frozen Glory Awaits! ❄️ | Journey to Kobold Press's NorthlandsDescription:It's the height of a Northeast summer—but the greatest escape might be into a land of ice, giants, runes, and legendary sagas. Join Lewanika for an unboxing of Kobold Press's Northlands Worldbook, Rune Deck, and Rune Tiles as we explore what makes this Norse-inspired setting more than just another Viking campaign. From immersive tabletop accessories to mythic storytelling, unforgettable player options, and GM tools you can steal for your own cold-climate adventures, this is only the beginning. And trust me... we're just getting started.Word Count: 84Character Count (description only): 605Hashtags#TTRPG #Roleplayerswanted #Gamereview #Unboxing #KoboldPress #TalesoftheValiant #TOV #Northlands #Vikings #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ🎬 ON THE RIGHT PATH CREDITSWritten, Hosted, & Edited by Lewanika MillerTheme: “The Lewanika Jam” by David HerreraOpening and Closing sequences produced and edited by David Herrera at Bow Tie StudiosTabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & communityWebsite:https://tabletopjourneys.comPatreon:https://patreon.com/tabletopjourneysDiscord:https://discord.gg/tabletopjourneys📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG:https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild:https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcAnd remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

💡 Sometimes the best prep isn't writing more... it's changing less.

Dr. Homebrew shares a simple mindset that can make published adventures shine.

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Preservations (S4 Ep. 2) – "The Names We Preserve" (Act 1)A celebration. A forgotten secret. A legacy that refuses to be buried.As the crew of the USS Dilamus Christian celebrates a new beginning, an unexpected discovery draws the crew toward a mission where the past may prove more dangerous than the future—and preserving the truth could change countless lives.Join us for another **Star Trek Adventures 2E Actual Play**, featuring cinematic storytelling, unforgettable characters, and thoughtful TTRPG mission and adventure design.🌌 #ttrpg #roleplayerswanted #seekingGM #lookingforgame #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ==================================**Star Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius Entertainment**🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc.🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment. 🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell 📊 Project Manager: Jim Johnson Character Sheet images courtesy of the    🌐STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.org 👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 **Listen & Watch:**Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys===================================🎲 **TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK**🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & community===================================You can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the **Dilamus Christian** and those serving aboard **Asselin Station**, check out our Patreon page.🌐 Patreon: https://patreon.com/tabletopjourneys🌐 Website: https://tabletopjourneys.com🌐 Discord: https://discord.gg/tabletopjourneys📚 **Check Our Library of Content:**🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcc===================================And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.🌌 #IDICYall #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #CallYourBoysTTJ #tabletopjourneys

🎲 Every GM tweaks published adventures.

But where's the line between customization and rebuilding the entire campaign? 🤯

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⚔️ Published adventures should save you time—not create more work.

Find out when modifying a module helps... and when you're better off creating your own.

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🧩 Buying a published adventure to use just one scene or magic item? You might be missing its greatest strength.

Learn how to get more value from every module without creating extra work for yourself.

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Ever run a published module and felt like it just... didn't fit your world?

Dr. Homebrew is back with a concept he's been sitting on for a while. He is talking about "Windowboxing", a framework for taking prewritten adventures and reshaping them into something that feels 100% homebrew, without rewriting the whole thing from scratch. 🧙‍♂️✨

In this episode, Josh breaks down the full Window Boxing framework:

🎯 The Threshold. Rewriting the hooks so your players enter on your terms

🎭 The Cast. Swapping in NPCs your table already has history with

🧵 The Throughline. Turning module content into real evidence for your campaign arc

🏁 The Resolution. Why the ending matters more than the entrance

Plus, the difference between cosmetic vs. structural changes, the failure states every DM needs to watch for (looking at you, over-boxing 👀), and real examples pulled straight from Tabletop Journeys' own actual plays including how Arch Enemies wove Candlekeep Mysteries into a Westmarches-style campaign, and the cautionary tale of trying (and failing) to cram Rime of the Frostmaiden's Cave of Horrors into a homebrew world.

If you've ever wanted to run a module and make it feel like it was written just for your table, this episode is your blueprint. 🎲🔥

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(OtRP S2 Ep 27) - "Exploring the Galaxy Finding the Right Star Trek Adventures Game"

Finding a Star Trek Adventures game shouldn't be harder than surviving the Kobayashi Maru.Whether you're searching for your first crew, trying to escape the forever GM chair, or wondering where all the STA players are hiding, this episode is for you.Join Lewanika as he shares practical strategies for finding the right game, growing your local Star Trek community, making virtual play work, and even knowing when it's time to take the Conn yourself.Star Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius Entertainment.🌌 #ttrpg #roleplayerswanted #seekingGM #lookingforgame #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ===================================🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc.🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment.🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager: Jim JohnsonCharacter Sheet images courtesy of the STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): 🌐 https://sta.bcholmes.org👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes 🌐 (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)===================================**Tabletop Journeys** is hosted by **Josh Newton, Lewanika Miller, and Michael Ross.**🎧 **Listen & Watch****Spotify** 🌐 https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneys**YouTube** 🌐 https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys---🎲 **TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK** 🎲 **On the Right Path** – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion 🧪 **Dr. Homebrew** – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns 🖖 **Star Trek: Preservations** – STA Actual Play ☕ **Tabletop Café** – TTRPG conversations & community---You can support the channel by sharing this episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you'd like to explore the galaxy alongside the **USS Dilamus Christian** and those serving aboard **Asselin Station**, we'd love to have you join our community.🌐 Patreon: https://patreon.com/tabletopjourneys🌐 Website: https://tabletopjourneys.com🌐 Discord: https://discord.gg/tabletopjourneys📚 **Check Out Our Library of Content**🌐 DriveThruRPGhttps://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 DMs Guildhttps://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcc---And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell so you never miss an episode.🌌 #IDICYall #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #CallYourBoysTTJ #TabletopJourneys

🎲 He helped build Acquisitions Incorporated, runs the Draw Steel megaproject "Crack the Sun," and might just predict D&D's next big setting before Wizards announces it. This week on Tabletop Journeys, we sit down with veteran adventure designer Teos Abadía, and this conversation is PACKED. 🔥

If you've ever wondered how the pros actually write adventures that hit different at the table, how a horror module can wreck your players without a single monster appearing, or what it would take for Dark Sun to come back to 5E and actually be good, this episode is for you.

📖 What we get into:

✨ Teos's writing philosophy and why saying less at the table can mean so much more

⚔️ Inside Draw Steel and Crack the Sun, MCDM's biggest adventure ever. Bowling pin tactics, monster powers literally named "Grabby Hand," and a 5th act Teos says he wants to GM, read as a novel, AND watch as a movie.

👽 A spine-chilling Alien RPG actual-play story that gave a co-host literal nightmares for days.

🏜️ Teos's hot take on whether D&D's rumored "Season of Champions" should bring back Dark Sun and what Wizards would need to get right (and not repeat) from past setting revivals

🎤 Real, honest advice for third-party TTRPG creators on organized play, convention playtesting, building an audience, and figuring out why you actually create

This is your show if you're a GM hungry for inspiration, a player who loves hearing how the sausage gets made, or just someone who wants to know what "people bowling" means in a tabletop game. Hit play, then hit share. Send this to your DM, your party, your group chat. This is the kind of conversation that's better with friends. 🧙‍♂️🐉

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🔗 Links & Resources mentioned in the episode:

- Crack the Sun / Draw Steel at MCDM: https://www.mcdmproductions.com/

- Mastering Dungeons Podcast (Teos & Sean Merwin): https://masteringdungeons.podbean.com/

- Invisible Cities by Italo Calvino: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Invisible_Cities

- And don't forget to check out Teos ⁨@AlphastreamRPG⁩

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🖖 Star Trek: Preservations S4 Ep1 – "Glass Houses" Act 3The hunt is over.A desperate chase becomes a direct confrontation as the crew of the U.S.S. Dilamus Christian moves to stop Janok's plans once and for all.With lives on the line, impossible choices must be made. Starships race to respond, alliances are tested, and every decision carries consequences far beyond a single mission.Join us for the thrilling conclusion of "Glass Houses," a Star Trek Adventures 2E Actual Play featuring tense command decisions, creative problem-solving, starship action, and the collaborative storytelling that makes great TTRPG adventures unforgettable.=================================== 🌌 #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJStar Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius Entertainment===================================🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment.   🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell   📊 Project Manager: Jim Johnson   👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)   🌐 STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.org===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys---TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK   🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion   🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns  🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play  ☕ Tabletop Café – Live TTRPG conversations & community---You can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station, check out our Patreon page🌐 Patreon: https://patreon.com/tabletopjourneys🌐 Website: https://tabletopjourneys.com🌐 Discord: https://discord.gg/tabletopjourneys📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcc---And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.🌌 #IDICYall #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #CallYourBoysTTJ #tabletopjourneys

🎲 One Shot. One Opportunity. One Roll that could change everything.Inspiration was supposed to reward great play. Instead, most tables forgot about it or saved it forever, waiting for the perfect moment.That moment never came.In this episode of On the Right Path, we break down Heroic Inspiration in D&D 5.5E, why the original mechanic struggled, what changed, and how GMs can make it matter at the table.Because if you've got one shot... one opportunity...Will you use it?🌌 #TTRPG #Roleplayerswanted #GMToolKit #DnD5.5E #HeroicInspiration #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ---🎬 ON THE RIGHT PATH CREDITSWritten, Hosted, & Edited by Lewanika MillerTheme: “The Lewanika Jam” by David HerreraOpening and Closing sequences produced and edited by David Herrera at Bow Tie Studios---Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys---🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK 🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion 🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns 🖖 Preservations – STA Actual Play ☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & community---Website:🌐 https://tabletopjourneys.com🌐 Patreon: https://patreon.com/tabletopjourneys🌐Discord: https://discord.gg/tabletopjourneys📚 Check Our Library of Content:    🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc   🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llc---And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

🖖 Star Trek: Preservations S4 Ep1 – "Glass Houses" Act 2The hunt is on.A cryptic transmission draws the crews of Asselin Station, the U.S.S. Dilamus Christian, and the U.S.S. Hippocrates deeper into the search for Janok.On a world where sensors cannot be trusted and signals refuse to behave normally, every answer uncovers a new mystery.As the chase intensifies, the crew finds itself locked in a dangerous game of deception against an enemy who always seems one step ahead. Can they find Janok before he disappears again?🌌 #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #callyourboysttj ===================================Star Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius EntertainmentOur Latest Kickstarter was funded in under 6 hours; join the fun by checking out the link below:🌐https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ttjourneys/make-100-the-bridgedwell-chronicles-part-1===================================🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc.🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment.🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager: Jim Johnson👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)🌐STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.org===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys===================================TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK 🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion 🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns 🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play ☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & communityYou can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station, or check out our Patreon page:🌐 Patreon: https://patreon.com/tabletopjourneys🌐 Website: https://tabletopjourneys.com🌐 Discord: https://discord.gg/tabletopjourneys===================================📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcc===================================And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.🌌 #IDICYall #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #CallYourBoysTTJ #tabletopjourneys

🎬 ON THE RIGHT PATH (S:2 Ep. 25)⚔️ The Road to Killer Combat: Terrain, Tactics, and ObjectivesThe monsters arrive.Initiative is rolled.The heroes win.So why does the combat feel forgettable?Some battles end when the hit points run out. Some are forgotten before the session ends. The best ones become legendary stories your players tell for years.In this episode of On the Right Path, we look at a few simple GM tools that can turn routine fights into memorable encounters.🌌 #TTRPG #RoleplayersWanted #GMToolKit #CombatEncounters #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ---🎬 ON THE RIGHT PATH CREDITSWritten, Hosted, & Edited by Lewanika MillerTheme: “The Lewanika Jam” by David Herrera* Opening and Closing sequences produced and edited by David Herrera at Bow Tie Studios---Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys---🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK 🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion 🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns 🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play ☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & community Website: https://tabletopjourneys.comPatreon: https://patreon.com/tabletopjourneysDiscord: https://discord.gg/tabletopjourneys📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG:https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild:https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llc---And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell, to never miss an episode.

🌌 Preservations (s4 Ep1) - "Glass Houses" (Act 1)A classified transmission changes everything.Still settling into its newly refitted hull, the USS Dilamus Christian is sent in pursuit of a fugitive from the past. But in a region where science itself seems uncertain, and hidden dangers emerge, a young pilot's future may be about to change forever.🌌 #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ===================================🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc.🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment.🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager: Jim Johnson👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)🌐 STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.org===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys---🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & community-------------------------------------------------You can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon page🌐 Patreon: https://patreon.com/tabletopjourneys🌐 Website: https://tabletopjourneys.com🌐 Discord: https://discord.gg/tabletopjourneys📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcc---And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

The frontier is filled with unknown worlds, impossible mysteries, and discoveries waiting beyond the next star.🎬 From Star Trek Preservations🎲 A Star Trek Adventures RPG actual play by Tabletop Journeys#StarTrek #StarTrekAdventures #SciFi #TTRPG #ActualPlay #TabletopJourneys #IDICYall #CallYourBoysTTJ

🎲 D&D Drops: Who Are They Actually For? | On the Right PathD&D Beyond Drops have sparked a massive debate across the TTRPG community.Are Drops a useful tool for busy GMs and online play… or the beginning of a subscription-driven future for Dungeons & Dragons?In this episode of On the Right Path, we break down:* What D&D Drops actually are* Who they are designed for* Why convention and online GMs may find them useful* The controversy surrounding subscriptions and content sharing* Why “no new edition” does NOT mean “no more print books.”* The rapid community backlash and D&D Beyond’s response* Concerns surrounding creator compensation and long-term sustainability⚠️ Stay tuned through the end of the episode for major new developments regarding content sharing, non-subscriber access, and D&D Beyond’s rapid response to community feedback.#dnd #dungeonsanddragons #ttrpg #tabletoprpg #dnd5e #onednd #dndbeyond #gamemaster #rpg #tabletopjourneys----------------------------------Special thanks to:🎙️ Insight Check for his excellent breakdown and interviews with the D&D Beyond development team.🎙️ Teos Abadia & Shawn Merwin of Mastering Dungeons for continued industry insight regarding WotC investor calls and business-side discussions.Insight Check:- https://youtu.be/yTSkZ4awf4Q?si=qV8mWVDt4Dm5eaylMastering Dungeons:- https://www.youtube.com/@masteringdungeonsD&D Beyond Update Post: - https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/2187-d-d-beyond-drops-update-on-the-program----------------------------------🎬 ON THE RIGHT PATH CREDITSWritten, Hosted, & Edited by Lewanika MillerTheme: “The Lewanika Jam” by David Herrera - Opening and Closing sequences produced and edited by David Herrera at Bow Tie Studios----------------------------------Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys-----------------------🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK 🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion 🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns 🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play ☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & community-----------------------Website:- https://tabletopjourneys.comPatreon:- https://patreon.com/tabletopjourneysDiscord:- https://discord.gg/tabletopjourneys📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG:https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild:https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llc

Some pilots are good.Some pilots are elite.And then there are the ones who make the rest of the bridge crew question every safety regulation in Starfleet. 🚀🖖In this short from Star Trek: Preservations, the crew runs into a very particular kind of “world-class pilot problem.” 👀🎲 Star Trek: Preservations is an ongoing Star Trek Adventures RPG actual play from Tabletop Journeys, featuring diplomacy, exploration, danger, and character-driven storytelling set in the post-Dominion War era.📺 Watch more episodes & shorts:Star Trek: Preservations Playlist#StarTrek #StarTrekAdventures #TTRPG #ActualPlay #TabletopJourneys #SciFi #RPG #Starfleet #Shorts

For some people, the stars are freedom.For others, staying behind can feel like a cage. 🌌🖖This short from Star Trek: Preservations captures a quiet but powerful moment about purpose, belonging, and the call of life beyond Earth.🎲 Star Trek: Preservations is an ongoing Star Trek Adventures RPG actual play from Tabletop Journeys, set in the post-Dominion War era of Star Trek and focused on exploration, diplomacy, character drama, and the unknown.📺 Watch more episodes & shorts:Star Trek: Preservations Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTG4lf5ZTP3lrPoqX27_7p5Q1y1a-C9d2 #StarTrekAdventures #TTRPG #ActualPlay #TabletopJourneys #SciFi #RPG #Starfleet #Shorts

Before she became part of the crew of the U.S.S. Dilamus Christian, Ensign Inara Osho was already making waves. 🚀🖖This short marks the first in-game appearance of Ensign Inara Osho, the hotshot young pilot joining the crew in Season 4 of Star Trek: Preservations. Talented, ambitious, and more than a little bold, this is where Osho’s story begins.🎲 Star Trek: Preservations is an ongoing Star Trek Adventures RPG actual play from Tabletop Journeys, featuring exploration, diplomacy, danger, and character-driven storytelling in the post-Dominion War era.📺 Watch more episodes & shorts:Star Trek: Preservations Playlist #ttrpg #tabletopjourneys #startrekadventuresrpg2e #IDICYall #callyourboysttj

🖖 Captain's Log: Capt. Tobor reflects on how receiving the Christopher Pike Medal of Valor changed both his career and the expectations now placed upon him across the Federation. 🚀🎬 From Star Trek Preservations Season 4🌌 A Star Trek Adventures RPG actual play by Tabletop Journeyshttps://www.youtube.com/@UC9t5HUvniuNy9GsB5GtUtWA #StarTrek #StarTrekAdventures #TTRPG #ActualPlay #SciFi #TabletopJourneys #IDICYall #CallYourBoysTTJ#ttrpgcampaign #tabletopjourneys #startrekadventuresrpg2e #IDICYall #callyourboysttj