From Podcast to Page: The Art of Successful Novelizations of Dungeons and Dragons Podcasts

In recent years, the popularity of Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) podcasts has soared, captivating audiences with thrilling adventures, memorable characters, and immersive storytelling. As these podcasts gain a loyal fan base, it's no surprise that many podcasters are considering novelizing their campaigns to expand their reach and offer a new medium for fans to enjoy. Successfully translating a D&D podcast into a novel requires careful planning, creative adaptation, and a deep understanding of the story's essence. Here are some valuable tips and resources for podcasters aspiring to transform their own campaigns into compelling novels.

Pop Culture Character Creation: Star-Lord from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 1-3

Welcome weary traveler! Our next installation of Pop Culture Character Creations (PCCC) is inspired by the Marvel Comics and recent blockbuster hit, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Specifically, in this PCCC we'll be focusing on the chaotically charismatic Peter Quill (aka Star-Lord), and how his traits and abilities can be adapted into a cunning player character. Whether you're a comic book fan or not, the rich world of their respective universes offer a wealth of inspiration for creating memorable heroes, monsters, and encounters in your tabletop RPGs…

Inn Keeper's Book Club: Legends and Lattes - A Cozy DnD Fantasy

Finding your place in the world is a daunting feat — setting aside the things you do and making space for the things you are is a challenge the Skalds have been writing poems about for a thousand years. No more is this exemplified than in Travis Baldree’s book, Legends and Lattes, a “book of high fantasy and low stakes” in which Viv, a powerful Orc warrior, sets aside her life of adventure to open a cafe in a city where no one’s ever heard of coffee…

Exploring TTRPG Game Systems: Finding the Perfect Fit for Your Tabletop Adventures

Tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs) have captured the imaginations of players for decades, offering endless possibilities for collaborative storytelling and adventure. Central to the mechanics of these games are the unique game systems that govern the rules and mechanics of gameplay. In this blog post, we will delve into three popular TTRPG game systems, namely the d20 system, the d100 system, and the d6 system. The examples used are considered to be three of the most popular TTRPG games that use these systems, Dungeons and Dragons, Call of Cthulhu, and ALIEN, respectively. We will explore the strengths and weaknesses of each system, and offer suggestions on which game systems may suit different types of preferred gameplay.