2017-11
2017-11
Monday Nov 27, 2017
Maps vs Theater of the Mind (Tome 293)
Monday Nov 27, 2017
Monday Nov 27, 2017
In this episode Jeff and Tracy sit down with guests Ishmael Alvarez, Mike Shea, and Sam Dillon to discuss map use in your D&D games. The use of maps and minis necessarily differs from so-called theater of the mind play, and this group discusses the ins and outs of both methods. Lots of great tips and advice come out the discussion no matter which style you prefer.
Links:
Sly Flourish's Guide to Narrative Combat in 5e D&D
Mike on Twitter
SlyFlourish.com
Ishmael Alvarez on Facebook
Sam on Twitter
RPG Musings
Tracy on the Web
Tracy on Twitter
Jeff on Twitter
Thetomeshow.com
Patreon.com/thetomeshow
Wednesday Nov 15, 2017
Behind the DM Screen (Nov 2017)
Wednesday Nov 15, 2017
Wednesday Nov 15, 2017
I this episode Jeff, Mike, and Sam talk about their games from November 2017. Included in their campaign talk is a quick discussion on how to traverse a maze-like enviornment or a long journey without resorting to throwing a meaningless random encounter at the party every time the PCs get lost.
Links:
Mike on Twitter
SlyFlourish.com
Sam on Twitter
RPG Musings
Jeff on Twitter
Thetomeshow.com
Patreon.com/thetomeshow
Monday Nov 13, 2017
Matt Mercer (Gamer to Gamer)
Monday Nov 13, 2017
Monday Nov 13, 2017
In this Episode, Jeff sits down with Matt Mercer, DM of the very popular Critical Role Podcast and creator of the Tal'Dorei Campaign Setting (listen to our review of the book in Tome episode 289). Matt talks D&D - how did he get started with RPG gaming, answers whether he enjoys playing or DMing more, and talks about the carzy ride of being on a popular D&D video-cast!
Thanks to our sponsor: Noble Knight Games - where out of print is available again! Be sure to tell them that the Tome Show sent you!
Thanks to Amy Vorpahl for our opening bumper music!
Links:
Matt Mercer's You Tube Channel
Geek & Sundry Critical Role Podcast Page
Matt Mercer on Twitter
Jeff on Twitter
Thetomeshow.com
Patreon.com/thetomeshow
Wednesday Nov 08, 2017
Tomb of Annihilation Review (Tome 292)
Wednesday Nov 08, 2017
Wednesday Nov 08, 2017
In this episode, Jeff and Tracy sit down with Allison Rossi and Jonathan Green to talk about the latest D&D hardcover adventure book, Tomb of Annihilation. They discuss the story elements, main villains, timing constraints, death curse, the trap filled final dungeon, and everything in between. Is it worth the price? Listen to this episode to find out!
Links:
Allison on Twitter
Jon on Twitter
Tracy on the Web
Tracy on Twitter
Jeff on Twitter
Thetomeshow.com
Patreon.com/thetomeshow
Monday Nov 06, 2017
Rebinding Your Damaged Books (Tome 291)
Monday Nov 06, 2017
Monday Nov 06, 2017
In this episode Jeff is joined by two Tome Show newbies - Simon Oberbrinkmann and Jason Shamblin - to talk about rebinding damaged D&D books. The 5e D&D core books are notorious for falling apart due to the glue used in the binding process. What can you do do when this happens? Other than Calling Wizards of the Coast's customer service line, you can rebind your books yourself, or have a local shop do it. Listen to this episode to hear more!
Here are images of the rebound books discussed in the episode:
Spiral Bound by local office supply store:
Professionally Bound book 1
Professionally Bound book 2
Sleeve Bound
Sleeve Bound comparison to hardcover PHB
Links:
Simon on Twitter
Jason on Twitter
Bumper Music by Amy Vorpahl
Jeff on Twitter
Thetomeshow.com
Patreon.com/thetomeshow
Wednesday Nov 01, 2017
Behind the DM Screen (September October 2017)
Wednesday Nov 01, 2017
Wednesday Nov 01, 2017
In this episode Mike, Sam, and Jeff talk about their games from September and October 2017. Included in their campaign talk is a quick discussion on how to increase the feeling of oddness in a setting, how to provide a good experience to your players when their PCs are on a long journey, and what to do when the PCs decide NOT to engage with a powerful enemy.
Links:
Mike on Twitter
SlyFlourish.com
Sam on Twitter
RPG Musings
Jeff on Twitter
Thetomeshow.com
Patreon.com/thetomeshow