The DM‘s Book Club

Show notesWhilst Fiona and Hamilton recover from Dragonmeet shenanigans (and are currently away from their mics), we are sharing WAIR's most recent bonus episode on the feed (which Fiona recorded live at Dragonmeet 2024).WAIR Show NotesTo tide us over til our next one-shot, here's a bonus episode where our host and GM Fiona chats to Brian Nisbet about his work as the organiser of Dragonmeet's charity auction and how such charity events enhance a convention's reputation as a whole! Recorded live at Dragonmeet 2024.TimestampsIntro: 00:00:10Q&A start: 00:01:11Outro: 00:28:11Find out more about Irish Games Association and Gaelcon here.Support Dublin 2029's bid for the 87th Worldcon!WAIR CreditsThe 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast was created, recorded, and edited by Fiona Howat.The WAIR logo was created by Fiona Howat.Q&A guest was Brian Nisbet, the organiser of Dragonmeet's Charity Auction.The additional music in this episode was 'Aimless Amos' by Rondo Brothers.If you want to find out more about the podcast, check out the 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast website: www.WAIRpodcast.com.Fancy getting in touch? Email the podcast at [email protected] the podcast on Twitter and Instagram (@WAIR_Podcast) for the latest news on episodes.Linktr.ee: WAIR Podcast#AdventurersNeedNotApplyConsider using our affiliate link when using DM's Guild!#SupportyourFLGSDMBC Credits The DM's Book Club is hosted, recorded, edited, and produced by Fiona Howat (@WAIR_Podcast) and Hamilton (@TheDragonDM). The DM’s Book Club Logo was designed by Sam Robins (@Bobhatstand).The theme music is 'The Story Unfolds' by Jingle Punks.Get in touch!Email: [email protected]: @TheDMsBookClubLinktr.ee: DMBC#DMsBookClub

This is a special feed drop of a brand new actual play podcast - Realms' Blood on the Clocktower!Do you love The Traitors, Werewolf and Mafia? Welcome to the next level of social deduction, Blood on the Clocktower. Each episode is stacked to the brim with subterfuge and betrayal! With guests from No Rolls Barred, The Pandemonium Institute, Dropout, Oxventure and beyond, you won't be able to stop listening. Subscribe for a new episode in our ten-episode first season on the last Tuesday of every month!Realms' Blood on the Clocktower's Show NotesStoryteller Emily enters the fray as a player! Meanwhile, we have four people claiming outsider in a zero-outsider setup!Storyteller: Zack FGYou can reference all of the roles in this version of the game on the script.Fiona Howat: The Imp (Evil)"Each night, choose a player: they die. If you kill yourself this way, a Minion becomes the Imp."James Barbarossa: The Baron (Evil)"There are extra Outsiders in play. [+2 Outsiders]"Emily Bates: The Mayor"If only 3 players live &amp; no execution occurs, your team wins. If you die at night, another player might die instead. "Blair Shepperd: The Town Crier"Each night*, you learn if a Minion nominated today."Johnny Chiodini: The Recluse"You might register as evil &amp; as a Minion or Demon, even if dead."Ben Burns: The Noble"You start knowing 3 players, 1 and only 1 of which is evil."Mara Joy: The Investigator (Drunk)"You start knowing that 1 of 2 players is a particular Minion."Game: Blood on the ClocktowerVoice Edited by: Olie MooreClocktower Theme by: James BarbarossaSound Design by: Zack FGContent WarningsSocial DeductionStressful SituationsHorror Descriptions, Ambiences &amp; MusicConsider using our affiliate link when using DM's Guild!#SupportyourFLGSThe DM's Book Club Credits The DM's Book Club is hosted, recorded, edited, and produced by Fiona Howat (<a href="https://linktr.ee/WAIR_Podcast"...

Spoilers for 'Expedition to the Barrier Peaks' (Quests from the Infinite Staircase)Show notesThis week, Hamilton convinces Fiona to read 'Expedition to the Barrier Peaks' adventure module from the latest D&amp;D adventure anthology, 'Quests from the Infinite Staircase'. This anthology weaves a cosmic thread through six classic Dungeons &amp; Dragons adventures, updated for the game’s fifth edition.Bio for the original 'Expedition to the Barrier Peaks' adventure:'Published in 1980, Expedition to the Barrier Peaks was designed by Gary Gygax to introduce D&amp;D players to the science fantasy genre. The chaotic adventure features a crashed spaceship rife with malfunctioning robots, futuristic gadgetry, and weird monsters— including the first appearance of the froghemoth, an amphibious menace immortalized by Erol Otus in the illustration booklet that accompanied the adventure.'Adventure discussed: 'Expedition to the Barrier Peaks'Book discussed: 'Quests from the Infinite Staircase', published by Wizards of the Coast (July 2024).Consider using our affiliate link when using DM's Guild!#SupportyourFLGSCredits The DM's Book Club is hosted, recorded, edited, and produced by Fiona Howat (@WAIR_Podcast) and Hamilton (@TheDragonDM).&nbsp;The DM’s Book Club Logo was designed by Sam Robins (@Bobhatstand).The theme music is 'The Story Unfolds' by Jingle Punks.Get in touch!Email: [email protected]: @TheDMsBookClubLinktr.ee: DMBC#DMsBookClub

Show notes,This week, Fiona and Hamilton crack open the brand new Dungeon Master's Guide (2024) and have a look at the 'Greyhawk Gazetteer' (part of Chapter 5: Creating Campaigns). This is a fully customisable primer of one of the first campaign settings ever published for D&amp;D, based on the home campaign of Gary Gygax, the game’s co-creator. Massive thanks to Wizards of the Coast &amp; Yrs Truly for our gifted copies of the Dungeon Master's Guide and Player's Handbook!Chapter discussed: 'Greyhawk' from Chapter 5: Creating CampaignsBook discussed: Dungeon Master's Guide, published by Wizards of the Coast (Nov 2024).Consider using our affiliate link when using DM's Guild!#SupportyourFLGSCredits The DM's Book Club is hosted, recorded, edited, and produced by Fiona Howat (@WAIR_Podcast) and Hamilton (@TheDragonDM).&nbsp;The DM’s Book Club Logo was designed by Sam Robins (@Bobhatstand).The theme music is 'The Story Unfolds' by Jingle Punks.Get in touch!Email: [email protected]: @TheDMsBookClubLinktr.ee: DMBC#DMsBookClub

Show notesThis week, Fiona is back in the solo adventurer's seat as she continues her playthrough of Faerie Mound of Dragonkind, a solo quest adventure book set in Dragonlance! Written by Jean F. Blashfield and James M. Ward and published by TSR in 1987, Faerie Mound of Dragonkind is part of the CATACOMBS gamebook series which, according to the blurb, represents the ultimate challenge in role-playing adventure. Analytical powers would be tested to the utmost as readers must decide how to deal with the weird and wondrous creatures and artefacts they encounter, using a simplified d12 rule system.From the Faerie Mound of Dragonkind bio:'Out of the mists of time, protected by the enchantments of the ancient gods, rises the Faerie Mound of Dragonkind. At the dawn of mankind, faeries could be found everywhere, but with the introduction of cold iron, these enchanted creatures were forced to gather their magical essences in ancient places of power, wrapped in magical illusions. Once every thousand years, the Mound is revealed in all its splendor. It is at these times only that mortals can cross over into the dangerous world of ancient magic and power that is the last stronghold of the enchanted realm.In FAERIE MOUND OF DRAGONKIND, you enter the world of a visual maze, full of surprises both delightful and deadly! You come on a quest, as a fighter or a bard. But to complete your quest, you must explore the maze of enchanted chambers of the faerie mound, where fearsome creatures lurk behind every corner and magic is everywhere! A unique feature of this book is a roguish Elf, who may either help you or hinder you and may be hiding on any page!'Book: Faerie Mound of Dragonkind by Jean F. Blashfield and James M. Ward, published by TSR, 1987.Consider using our affiliate link when using DM's Guild!#SupportyourFLGSCredits The DM's Book Club is hosted, recorded, edited, and produced by Fiona Howat (@WAIR_Podcast) and Hamilton (@TheDragonDM).&nbsp;The DM’s Book Club Logo was designed by Sam Robins (@Bobhatstand).The theme music is 'The Story Unfolds' by Jingle Punks.Get in touch!Email: [email protected]: @TheDMsBookClubLinktr.ee: DMBC#DMsBookClub

Show notesThis week, Fiona is back in the solo adventurer's seat as she continues her playthrough of Faerie Mound of Dragonkind, a solo quest adventure book set in Dragonlance! Written by Jean F. Blashfield and James M. Ward and published by TSR in 1987, Faerie Mound of Dragonkind is part of the CATACOMBS gamebook series which, according to the blurb, represents the ultimate challenge in role-playing adventure. Analytical powers would be tested to the utmost as readers must decide how to deal with the weird and wondrous creatures and artefacts they encounter, using a simplified d12 rule system.From the Faerie Mound of Dragonkind bio:'Out of the mists of time, protected by the enchantments of the ancient gods, rises the Faerie Mound of Dragonkind. At the dawn of mankind, faeries could be found everywhere, but with the introduction of cold iron, these enchanted creatures were forced to gather their magical essences in ancient places of power, wrapped in magical illusions. Once every thousand years, the Mound is revealed in all its splendor. It is at these times only that mortals can cross over into the dangerous world of ancient magic and power that is the last stronghold of the enchanted realm.In FAERIE MOUND OF DRAGONKIND, you enter the world of a visual maze, full of surprises both delightful and deadly! You come on a quest, as a fighter or a bard. But to complete your quest, you must explore the maze of enchanted chambers of the faerie mound, where fearsome creatures lurk behind every corner and magic is everywhere! A unique feature of this book is a roguish Elf, who may either help you or hinder you and may be hiding on any page!'Book: Faerie Mound of Dragonkind by Jean F. Blashfield and James M. Ward, published by TSR, 1987.Consider using our affiliate link when using DM's Guild!#SupportyourFLGSCredits The DM's Book Club is hosted, recorded, edited, and produced by Fiona Howat (@WAIR_Podcast) and Hamilton (@TheDragonDM).&nbsp;The DM’s Book Club Logo was designed by Sam Robins (@Bobhatstand).The theme music is 'The Story Unfolds' by Jingle Punks.Get in touch!Email: [email protected]: @TheDMsBookClubLinktr.ee: DMBC#DMsBookClub

Show notesThis week, Fiona is joined by guest cohost, Matt from The Bad Spot, to talk about their joint love for 'The Between' a Powered By The Apocoalyspe x Carved from Brindlewood tabletop roleplaying game by Jason Cordova about monster-hunters in Victorian-era London.From 'The Between' bio:'The hunters are residents of a place called Hargrave House, and their job is to investigate and neutralize monstrous threats terrorizing the city—threats that Scotland Yard won’t or can’t handle themselves. As the story progresses, they become aware of the plans of a Moriarty-style criminal mastermind they will eventually have to confront in order to save Queen and country.'Support The Between 2nd Edition on Backerkit! You can also check out The Between Preview Edition as PWYW on DrivethruRPGCheck out Matt over on The Bad Spot YouTube Channel which focusing on narrative focussed Indie TTRPGs.Consider using our affiliate link when using DM's Guild!#SupportyourFLGSCredits The DM's Book Club is hosted, recorded, edited, and produced by Fiona Howat (@WAIR_Podcast) and Hamilton (@TheDragonDM).&nbsp;The DM’s Book Club Logo was designed by Sam Robins (@Bobhatstand).The theme music is 'The Story Unfolds' by Jingle Punks.Get in touch!Email: [email protected]: @TheDMsBookClubLinktr.ee: DMBC#DMsBookClub

Show notesThis week, Fiona gives a quick announcement about what she is up to over the OneShot Podcast Network as part of their October Patreon Drive.She will be running 'You Awaken In A Strange Place' on the OneShot Podcast Twitch channel on Wednesday 23rd October at 8pm EST with guests Brianna and Emily (from the Gamewoven Podcast) and Taylor and Dan (from Backwater Bastards). 'You Awaken In A Strange Place' by Jacob Andrews is a fully improvised TTRPG where everything is made up on the fly! Grab your own copy here!Fiona has also put together a limited actual play series of World Wide Wrestling, award-winning game of professional wrestling action by Nathan D. Paoletta. She is joined by Jeff from System Mastery, Ben from Roleplay Retcon and Zad from Gamewoven, as they wrestle it out to claim that top spot in their promotion! All the episodes will be available to Secret Archive Patreons ($5 Tier).Support the OneShot Patreon from as little as $2 a month here.Consider using our affiliate link when using DM's Guild!#SupportyourFLGSCredits The DM's Book Club is hosted, recorded, edited, and produced by Fiona Howat (@WAIR_Podcast) and Hamilton (@TheDragonDM).&nbsp;The DM’s Book Club Logo was designed by Sam Robins (@Bobhatstand).The theme music is 'The Story Unfolds' by Jingle Punks.Get in touch!Email: [email protected]: @TheDMsBookClubLinktr.ee: DMBC#DMsBookClub

Show notesThis week, Fiona is back in the solo adventurer's seat as she continues her playthrough of Faerie Mound of Dragonkind, a solo quest adventure book set in Dragonlance! Written by Jean F. Blashfield and James M. Ward and published by TSR in 1987, Faerie Mound of Dragonkind is part of the CATACOMBS gamebook series which, according to the blurb, represents the ultimate challenge in role-playing adventure. Analytical powers would be tested to the utmost as readers must decide how to deal with the weird and wondrous creatures and artefacts they encounter, using a simplified d12 rule system.From the Faerie Mound of Dragonkind bio:'Out of the mists of time, protected by the enchantments of the ancient gods, rises the Faerie Mound of Dragonkind. At the dawn of mankind, faeries could be found everywhere, but with the introduction of cold iron, these enchanted creatures were forced to gather their magical essences in ancient places of power, wrapped in magical illusions. Once every thousand years, the Mound is revealed in all its splendor. It is at these times only that mortals can cross over into the dangerous world of ancient magic and power that is the last stronghold of the enchanted realm.In FAERIE MOUND OF DRAGONKIND, you enter the world of a visual maze, full of surprises both delightful and deadly! You come on a quest, as a fighter or a bard. But to complete your quest, you must explore the maze of enchanted chambers of the faerie mound, where fearsome creatures lurk behind every corner and magic is everywhere! A unique feature of this book is a roguish Elf, who may either help you or hinder you and may be hiding on any page!'Book: Faerie Mound of Dragonkind by Jean F. Blashfield and James M. Ward, published by TSR, 1987.Consider using our affiliate link when using DM's Guild!#SupportyourFLGSCredits The DM's Book Club is hosted, recorded, edited, and produced by Fiona Howat (@WAIR_Podcast) and Hamilton (@TheDragonDM).&nbsp;The DM’s Book Club Logo was designed by Sam Robins (@Bobhatstand).The theme music is 'The Story Unfolds' by Jingle Punks.Get in touch!Email: [email protected]: @TheDMsBookClubLinktr.ee: DMBC#DMsBookClub

Show notesThis week, Fiona is back in the solo adventurer's seat as she starts her playthrough of Faerie Mound of Dragonkind, a solo quest adventure book set in Dragonlance! Written by Jean F. Blashfield and James M. Ward and published by TSR in 1987, Faerie Mound of Dragonkind is part of the CATACOMBS gamebook series which, according to the blurb, represents the ultimate challenge in role-playing adventure. Analytical powers would be tested to the utmost as readers must decide how to deal with the weird and wondrous creatures and artefacts they encounter, using a simplified d12 rule system.From the Faerie Mound of Dragonkind bio:'Out of the mists of time, protected by the enchantments of the ancient gods, rises the Faerie Mound of Dragonkind. At the dawn of mankind, faeries could be found everywhere, but with the introduction of cold iron, these enchanted creatures were forced to gather their magical essences in ancient places of power, wrapped in magical illusions. Once every thousand years, the Mound is revealed in all its splendor. It is at these times only that mortals can cross over into the dangerous world of ancient magic and power that is the last stronghold of the enchanted realm.In FAERIE MOUND OF DRAGONKIND, you enter the world of a visual maze, full of surprises both delightful and deadly! You come on a quest, as a fighter or a bard. But to complete your quest, you must explore the maze of enchanted chambers of the faerie mound, where fearsome creatures lurk behind every corner and magic is everywhere! A unique feature of this book is a roguish Elf, who may either help you or hinder you and may be hiding on any page!'Book: Faerie Mound of Dragonkind by Jean F. Blashfield and James M. Ward, published by TSR, 1987.Consider using our affiliate link when using DM's Guild!#SupportyourFLGSCredits The DM's Book Club is hosted, recorded, edited, and produced by Fiona Howat (@WAIR_Podcast) and Hamilton (@TheDragonDM).&nbsp;The DM’s Book Club Logo was designed by Sam Robins (@Bobhatstand).The theme music is 'The Story Unfolds' by Jingle Punks.Get in touch!Email: [email protected]: @TheDMsBookClubLinktr.ee: DMBC#DMsBookClub