Episode 24 - Combat is Getting Spicy

Our main discussion is on utilizing tools at your table, the development of our Tools series on Dump Stat, and how to create your own. But first, we discuss the trouble that Wizards of the Coast has gotten themselves into and why people keep crying foul over what they perceive as racism in the game.Like the show? Support us on Patreon!00:00:00 - Opening00:00:32 - Discussion of Hadozee and their removal00:10:16 - Discussion of OneD&D and ‘racist’ problems00:32:17 - Discussion on Utilizing ToolsShow NotesSpelljammer: Adventures in SpaceSavage Species (2003) - DMs GuildSavage Species for 5e - Dump StatOneD&D - Character OriginsOriental Adventures (1985) - DMs GuildOriental Adventures (2001) - DMs GuildAdventurer’s Vault (2008) - DMs GuildAdventurer’s Vault 2 (2009) - DMs GuildTools: Alchemist's Supplies / Brewer’s Supplies / Calligrapher's Supplies / Carpenter's Kit / Cartographer's Tools / Chandlery Supplies / Cobbler's Tools / Cooking Utensils / Climbers Kit / Disguise Kit / Engraver's Tools / Fishing Tackle / Fletcher's Kit / Forgery Kit / Gaming Sets / Gardener's Tools / Glassblower's Tools / Gemologist's Supplies / Gunsmith's Kit / Healer’s Kit / Herbalism Kit / Jeweler's Tools / Leatherworker's Tools / Mason’s Tools / Musical Instruments / Navigator's Tools / Painter's Supplies / Poisoner's Kit / Potter's Tools / Scrollscriber's Supplies / Smith’s Tools / Snarecrafter Tools / Tattoo Supplies / Thieves' Tools / Tinker’s Tools / Vehicles / Wandmaker's Tools / Weaver's Tools / Woodcarver's ToolsHave I Got A Job For You - d100 Quests for Tools - Dump StatDesigning Traps - Homebrew - Dump StatAdditional Alchemical Recipes - Dump Stat StoreAdditional Brewing Recipes - Dump Stat StoreAdditional Cooking Recipes - Dump Stat StoreAdditional Herbalism Recipes - Dump Stat StoreAdditional Poison Recipes - Dump Stat StoreJoin the DiscordPlease review us on iTunes!TwitterSubredditPatreon

We review the latest sourcebook from WotC with the release of Spelljammer: Adventures in Space, but first we discuss the latest news concerning OneD&D and the last products in 5e’s lifecycle.Like the show? Support us on Patreon!Show NotesOneD&D - Character OriginsDump Stat - Expanded ConditionsTaleSpire - VTTDragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen Book BundleKindori art with Darth Vader Helmut Hut, Spelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCSpelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCSpelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCDump Stat - The Planes: Astral PlaneAstral Elf, Spelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCAutognome, Spelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCGiff, Spelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCHadozee, Spelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCPlasmoids, Spelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCThri-Kreen, Spelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCSpelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCDead Gods (2e)Dump Stat - Creating a Wildspace System - HomebrewBombard Spelljammer, Spelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCDamselfly Spelljammer, Spelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCFlying Fish Spelljammer, Spelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCLiving Ship Spelljammer, Spelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCDump Stat - Spelljammer Ships, Part 1Dump Stat - Spelljammer Ships, Part 2Space Clowns, Spelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCGithyanki Pirates, Spelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCLunar Dragon, Spelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCDohwar, Spelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCReigar, Spelljammer: Adventures in Space, 2022 WotCHistory of CecaeliaDump Stat - Deep Dive - The NeogiJoin the DiscordPlease review us on iTunes!TwitterSubredditPatreon00:00:00 - Opening00:01:34 - Discussion of OneD&D00:19:06 - Discussion of Spelljammer01:28:54 - Final Thoughts & Conclusion

We review the latest adventure anthology from WotC with the release of Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel, but first we discuss the new D&D movie trailer release and what awaits us with the latest Unearthed Arcana and how we will probably, maybe, get Planescape… one day.Like the show? Support us on Patreon!00:00:00 - Discussion of D&D Trailer00:06:35 - Discussion of UA - Wonders of the Multiverse00:12:05 - Begin Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel00:33:28 - Discuss adventure: Salted Legacy (1st-level adventure)00:46:44 - Discuss adventure: Fiend of Hollow Mine (4th-level adventure)00:57:20 - Discuss adventure: Sins of our Elders (6th-level adventure)01:05:12 - Discuss adventure: Trail of Destruction (8th-level adventure)01:20:15 - Discuss adventure: Shadow of the Sun (11th-level adventure)01:28:54 - Discuss adventure: Orchids of the Invisible Mountain (14th-level adventure)01:40:51 - Final Thoughts & ConclusionShow NotesJourneys Through the Radiant CitadelD&D TrailerDeep Dive - The OwlbearDungeons & Dragons (2000) filmUnearthed Arcana - Wonders of the MultiverseMechanatrix - PlanetouchedModronJourneys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 WotCJourneys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 WotCThe Planes: Ethereal PlaneJourneys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 WotCJourneys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 WotCJourneys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 WotCPalace Staff Statblocks [Patreon]Pirate Statblocks [Patreon]Explorer Statblocks [Patreon]Magistrates Statblocks [Patreon]Knight Statblocks [Patreon]Salted Legacy - Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 WotCKusa Xungoon - Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 WotCWynling - Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 WotCThe Fiend of Hollow Mine - Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 WotCTlacatecolo - Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 WotCSins of our Elders - Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 WotCTrail of Destruction - Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 WotCTlexolotl - Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 WotCShadow of the Sun - Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 WotCYarana and Nene - Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 WotCHammock of Worlds - Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 WotCThe Drought Elder - Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 WotCDead Gods, 1997 TSR Inc.Deep Dive - The Displacer BeastSpelljammer: Adventures in SpaceJoin the DiscordPlease review us on iTunes!TwitterSubredditPatreon

Join us as we discuss the changes in Monsters of the Multiverse, how the D&D community will be facing an edition war, and how to counter powerful player tactics that will make a GM’s head spin.Like the show? Support us on Patreon!00:00:00 - Introduction00:00:21 - Discussion of Monsters of the Multiverse00:14:36 - Discussion of Edition Wars00:23:55 - Discussion of Countering Overpowered Player Tactics01:11:40 - ConclusionShow NotesMordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the MultiversePlot Points: Ep. 155 - The Hope & Tragedy of TSR (podcast)List of Dungeons & Dragons rulebooks - WikipediaDeep Dive - The Named SpellsQuick Dive - How to Read the 1st Edition Stat BlockDesigning Traps - HomebrewMaking Tools Useful in 5e: Thieves’ ToolsMore Tools for 5e: Snarecrafter ToolsDeep Dive - The HagAction Points - HomebrewJoin the DiscordPlease review us on iTunes!TwitterSubredditPatreon

We go over the exciting arrival of Spelljammer and then take a look at some of our favorite bits of lore we uncovered while working on our Deep Dives.Like the show? Support us on Patreon!00:00:00 - Introduction00:00:11 - Discussion of DnDBeyond being bought by WotC00:06:02 - Discussion of Spelljammer Campaign Setting00:27:47 - Discussion of Dragonlance and the D&D Direct00:32:21 - Discussion on odd monster lore01:02:42 - ConclusionShow NotesD&D OnslaughtDnDBeyond bought by WotCPowder Mage subclass on DnDBeyondSpelljammer Announce TrailerManual of the Planes - 4ePlayer’s Options: Heroes of Shadow - 4ePlayer’s Options: Heroes of the Feywild - 4ePlayer’s Options: Heroes of the Elemental Chaos - 4eDark Sun Campaign SettingIntroduction to Spelljammers by Dump StatMonstrous Compendium Vol 1: Spelljammer Creatures - free on DnDBeyondThe Astromundi Cluster - 2eBirthright Campaign Setting - 2eDeep Dive - One-Shot Wonders / Giant Space HamsterWizard’s April Fool’s Day Spelljammer TeaseDragonlance Teaser TrailerDragonlance authors vs WotC | Legal battle informationDeep Dive - The AbolethDeep Dive - The Gibbering MoutherDeep Dive - OrcusDeep Dive - The NeogiDeep Dive - The Kuo-ToaDeep Dive - The GithDeep Dive - The GiffDeep Dive - The FlumphDeep Dive - The Umber HulkDeep Dive - The Displacer BeastDeep Dive - The GrellDeep Dive - The OwlbearBuild-An-Owlbear / GM BinderOwlbears, Rust Monsters, and Bulettes, Oh My!Deep Dive - One-Shot Wonders / TiraphegDeep Dive - The KenkuDeep Dive - The BuletteDeep Dive - The KoboldDeep Dive - The ChuulJoin the DiscordPlease review us on iTunes!TwitterSubredditPatreon

We review the latest adventure from Wizards of the Coast - Critical Role: Call of the Netherdeep! Did we like this book? Do we think you should get it? These answers, and more, can all be found inside!Like the show? Support us on Patreon!00:00:00 - Introduction00:00:26 - Discussion of Journeys through the Radiant Citadel00:13:29 - Discussion of D&D Skirmish Warfare game (Onslaught)00:15:24 - Discussion of Critical Role: Call of the Netherdeep01:22:12 - Final Thoughts and rating of Call of the NetherdeepShow NotesJourneys through the Radiant Citadel (2022)Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 Wizards of the Coast - Normal CoverJourneys Through the Radiant Citadel, 2022 Wizards of the Coast - Alternate CoverThe Planes: Ethereal Plane by Dump StatMass Combat Abridged by Dump StatCritical Role: Call of the Netherdeep (2022)Critical Role: Call of the Netherdeep, 2022 Wizards of the CoastExplorer’s Guide to Wildemount (2020)Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide (2015)Eberron: Rising from the Last War (2019)The Wild Beyond the Witchlight (2021)Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos (2021)Mythic Odysseys of Theros (2020)Guildmaster’s Guide to Ravnica (2018)Acquisitions Incorporated (2019)Critical Role: Call of the Netherdeep, 2022 Wizards of the Coast - Irvan Wastewalker (looks like Shaggy)Critical Role: Call of the Netherdeep, 2022 Wizards of the Coast - Ayo Jabe (not the child of Fjord and Jester)Ruins of Azlant (2017) by Paizo PublishingExploring the Wilds by Dump StatThe Environment - Surviving the Wilds by Dump StatExploration - Homebrew Rules for Travel by Dump StatMaking Travel Worth It by Dump StatCritical Role: Call of the Netherdeep, 2022 Wizards of the Coast - BazzoxanDeep Dive - The Gibbering Mouther by Dump StatCritical Role: Call of the Netherdeep, 2022 Wizards of the Coast - Ank’HarelCritical Role: Call of the Netherdeep, 2022 Wizards of the Coast - AlyxianCritical Role: Call of the Netherdeep, 2022 Wizards of the Coast - Map of Cael MorrowMonsterhearts 2 (2017)Join the DiscordPlease review us on iTunes!TwitterSubredditPatreon

A new starter set for D&D, change in leadership at WotC, a Doctor Who 5e RPG, Dump Stat’s latest adventure, and a discussion on how to spice up your combat encounters.Like the show? Support us on Patreon!00:00:00 - Introduction00:00:19 - New starter set from WotC00:03:22 - New CEO at WotC00:09:20 - Doctor Who goes 5e00:14:28 - Dump Stat’s latest adventure00:27:28 - How to spice up Combat01:01:42 - Closing RemarksShow NotesDungeons & Dragons Starter Set: Dragons of Stormwreck Isle (2023)Cynthia Williams becomes new CEO for Wizards of the CoastDoctor Who 5eDoctor Who Roleplaying Game (2nd Edition)Bantrid (2018) Pact Worlds by PaizoStellifera (2018) Starfinder #8: Escape from the Prison Moon by PaizoOur newest adventure: Revolution in Bern, Book 2 of Gang’s of Ferrum adventureNeiko’s Primer to TaliaFerrum, the Canal CityLost Mines of Phandelver, D&D Starter SetSurviving the Environment; includes rules on tornadoes, snow, and weatherRandom Weather Generator on donjonGreat Modron March (1997)Join the DiscordPlease review us on iTunes!TwitterSubredditPatreon

We discuss the latest news including the new set of books from WotC, DnDBeyond, D&D 50th edition, Critical Role, and then spend the rest of the episode discussing the ranger and why no one likes it. Like the show? Support us on Patreon!00:00:00 - Introduction00:00:10 - Movie discussion of Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight (2008)00:02:47 - Discussion on the D&D Expansion Gift Set and DnDBeyond00:18:30 - Movie discussion of Dungeons & Dragons (2023)00:24:03 - Critical Role and the release of The Legend of Vox Machina (2022)00:27:28 - Discussion of the Ranger01:03:23 - Story of Joof, the gnome ranger01:05:51 - Closing RemarksShow NotesDragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight (2008)Pathfinder Nexus (mistakenly called Pathfinder Infinite, which is the DMsGuild for Pathfinder)D&D Expansion Gift SetDnDBeyond May 17 release of Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the MultiverseDungeons & Dragons (2023)Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus, 2019 WotC - Akrhan the CruelJoe Manganiello on Vin Diesel playing D&DDeborah Ann WollTrue Blood (2008 - 2014)Champions of the RealmFelicia Day’s The Guild (2007 - 2013)Critical Role’s The Legend of Vox Machina (2022)Critical Role’s Kickstarter update announcing the Amazon Prime paywall (after this recording, they announced they were doing a ‘watch party’ on their Twitch channel - which does help their fans who don’t have Amazon Prime a little bit)Deep Dive - The RangerDeep Dive - The DruidThe Complete Ranger’s Handbook (1993) - D&D 2nd editionDragon #225, Jan. 1996 TSR Inc. - Shikari RangerThe Complete Ranger’s Handbook, 1993 TSR Inc.Masters of the Wilds, 2002 WotCA Wild Sheep Chase by Winghorn PressJoin the DiscordPlease review us on iTunes!TwitterSubredditPatreon

We review the latest adventure/sourcebook from Wizards of the Coast - Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos! Did we like this book? Do we think you should get it? These answers, and more, can all be found inside!Like the show? Support us on Patreon!00:00:00 - Introduction00:02:59 - Discussion on Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos01:14:29 - Final thoughts on Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos01:22:35 - OutroShow NotesStrixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos (2021)Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the Coast - Premium CoverStrixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the Coast - Normal CoverPage 24 / Silverquill Map - Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the CoastPage 23 / Silverquill Art - Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the CoastPage 18 / Prismari Map - Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the CoastPage 17 / Prismari Art - Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the CoastPage 21 / Quandrix Map - Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the CoastPage 20 / Quandrix Art - Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the CoastPage 15 / Lorehold Map - Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the CoastPage 13 / Lorehold Art - Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the CoastPage 27 / Witherbloom Map - Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the CoastPage 26 / Witherbloom Art - Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the CoastPage 12 / Commons Map - Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the CoastPage 11 / Commons Art - Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the CoastPage 30 / Owlin Art - Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the CoastDump Stat - Pricing Magic Items Pt. 1Deep Dive - The Named SpellsDrop-In NPCsPage 59 / Urzmaktok Grojsh Art - Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the CoastDeep Dive - The SlaadiDeep Dive - The OwlbearPage 166 / Bullywug BBEG Art - Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the CoastPage 224 / Campus Map - Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the CoastPage 187 / Brackish Trudge Art - Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, 2021 Wizards of the CoastJoin the DiscordPlease review us on iTunes!TwitterSubredditPatreon

Chris & Stephen are back after two years! We start this off going over the latest release from Wizards of the Coast: Fizban's Treasury of Dragons. Like the show? Support us on Patreon!00:02:26 - Discussion on Fizban’s Treasury of Dragons01:03:02 - Final thoughts on Fizban’s Treasury of Dragons01:10:40 - OutroShow NotesFizban's Treasury of Dragons (2021)Page 55 - Fizban’s Treasury of Dragons, 2021 Wizards of the CoastDyson Logo’s WebsiteMike Schley’s WebsiteDraconian, Page 55 - Fizban’s Treasury of Dragons, 2021 Wizards of the CoastThe Shadowfell: Gloomwrought and Beyond (2011)Guard Drake, Page 158 - Volo's Guide to Monsters, 2016 WIzards of the CoastDragon Turtle, Page 192 - Fizban’s Treasury of Dragons, 2021 Wizards of the CoastCrystal Dragon, Page 172 - Fizban’s Treasury of Dragons, 2021 Wizards of the CoastAmethyst Dragon, Page 162 - Fizban’s Treasury of Dragons, 2021 Wizards of the CoastEmerald Dragon, Page 197 - Fizban’s Treasury of Dragons, 2021 Wizards of the CoastElder Brain Dragon, Page 194 - Fizban’s Treasury of Dragons, 2021 Wizards of the CoastDeep Dive - DracolichDeep Dive - Dragon TurtleDraconomicon: The Book of Dragons (2003) - 3rd editionDraconomicon 1: Chromatic Dragons (2008) - 4th editionDraconomicon 2: Metallic Dragons (2009) - 4th editionJoin the DiscordPlease review us on iTunes!TwitterSubredditPatreon