DoubleDM is a TTRPG Talkshow by two passionate Game Masters creating a huge library of D&D and TTRPG Tips and Tricks. Join Nils and Emil every week for some of the most insightful and engaging advice on running a TTRPGs successfully. Every Episode is focused on giving you quick and easy inspiration and advice to use at your tables in an instant. Have a topic we haven't covered yet? Tell us about it on Social Media (@doubledmpod everywhere) or via our Mail: doubledmpod@gmail.com
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E19: The Beginning of the End
59:19
59:19
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
59:19
They finally have their answers... and their next target... The Mansion connected to Arivor Darkstand, the Creator of Automatons. What will they do now? Check here for all further information:You can find us on the Web under these Links:https://www.doubledm.com/https://twitter.com/DoubleDMpod…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
How do we recover from a creative low as Game Masters?
58:55
58:55
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
58:55
We all stagnate at some point, something just isn't clicking right in our games and we feel like we have to gain that magic back.... but how? That is what we talk about today, how can you recover from a creative low as a TTRPG and D&D Dungeon Master and make your games fresh and exciting again. Check here for all further information:You can find us…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E18: The Laboratory
52:21
52:21
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
52:21
!CW: Misophonia for Slight Rhythmic Ticking Noises! The Fated Three finally venture down into the automaton den and figure out what is happening in the darkness of the city. Check here for all further information:You can find us on the Web under these Links:https://www.doubledm.com/https://twitt…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Let's talk about Fudging Dice... I don't want to
45:31
45:31
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
45:31
We're finally doing it... Sort of at least We talk about fudging dice and HP in TTRPGs, we also talk about anything else that could be counted under DM Secrecy. Is it bad? Is it good? Is it even the matter? Check here for all further information:You can find us on the Web under these Links:https://www.doubledm.com/…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E17: The Reunion
59:55
59:55
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
59:55
The Fated Three meet someone very unexpected but also have a job to do, today they will investigate that Barn and where the Automatons came from! Check here for all further information:You can find us on the Web under these Links:https://www.doubledm.com/https://twitter.com/DoubleDMpod…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
How do you deal with Character Bleed?
1:01:32
1:01:32
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
1:01:32
Character Bleed can be a heavy subject for TTRPGs, when the lines between your character and you, the player, bleed together and your emotions bleed over into either direction. It is a real heavy subject that does not always end positively, so how do we deal with it? How do we make sure it doesn't impede our fun and enjoyment of this hobby? Check h…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E16: The Bookclub
59:16
59:16
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
59:16
The Fated Three follow the trail of the automatons to find a field of corn, they also finally meet the Professor and have their bookclub meeting. Check here for all further information:You can find us on the Web under these Links:https://www.doubledm.com/https://twitter.com/DoubleDMpod…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
How Reckless should you be while playing D&D?
54:47
54:47
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
54:47
Do you want your D&D characters to die? Some people do since that puts them in dangerous and risky situations. So let's talk about that! How reckless should you be in D&D and TTRPG? What does it mean to take risks? And how can you play as an Initiator at the table? Check out Yuigaron who's tweet gave us the idea for the topic: https://x.com/yuigaro…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E15: (Not) In Touch With Nature
57:56
57:56
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
57:56
The Fated Three encounter a deadly enemy and have to best it before it gores their intestents out. Check here for all further information:You can find us on the Web under these Links:https://www.doubledm.com/https://twitter.com/DoubleDMpodhttps://www.instagram…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Does every encounter need to advance the plot?
55:18
55:18
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
55:18
Does every encounter in D&D and TTRPG need to advance the plot? Well today we are answering exactly that! How does plot even work in TTRPGs? Do we even need to worry about plot? Check here for all further information:You can find us on the Web under these Links:https://www.doubledm.com/https://t…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E14: Same Shit Same Day
1:09:08
1:09:08
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
1:09:08
The Fated Three delve deeper into the mystery of the automatons that attacked them and find out where they came from... at least to some degree. If you want to get The Wandering Tavern on Kickstarter click right here and support us in the process: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/homieandthedude/the-wandering-tavern?ref=6y3l5g Check her…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Developing a new Tabyltop ft. Justin from Tabyltop
1:10:58
1:10:58
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
1:10:58
Today we are finally hosting a guest on our show again, it's the Technomancer Justin from Tabyltop. They are developing a new Virtual Table Top for D&D and other TTRPG with immersive features to lead back to the in-person experience and allow a great connection between player and GM while playing. Want to get in on the Tabyltop Experience, back the…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Carving out your Niche as a Game Master
57:12
57:12
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
57:12
Everyone plays D&D and TTRPGs differently, everyone has their own style and philosophy of play. But how can you carve out a niche to create a place for your style? Today we talk about finding what you are great as a Game Master and focusing on that craft while finding the right place to play the way you want to play. If you want to get The Wanderin…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E13: I Can't See Shit!
1:03:37
1:03:37
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
1:03:37
The Fated Three explore the regions below the City of Bark and also follow the mystery of the Scrap Automatons. If you want to get The Wandering Tavern on Kickstarter click right here and support us in the process: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/homieandthedude/the-wandering-tavern?ref=6y3l5g Check here for all further information:You c…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Crafting Myths and Legends for our D&D Games
56:09
56:09
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
56:09
Storytelling is a basic human activity, sharing our experiences with each other is just in our blood. So this should also be reflected in our TTRPGs, people, NPCs, and Player CHaracters have stories to tell and share, your play worlds will be filled with the mystical stories of far lands and dangerous creatures. But how can we use these in play? Th…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E12: The White Fox
54:26
54:26
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
54:26
The Fated Three recover from the attack at night they just barely survived. They also learn they weren't the only ones attacked and that this is connected to a bigger mystery. If you want to get The Wandering Tavern on Kickstarter click right here and support us in the process: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/homieandthedude/the-wandering-ta…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E11: Scrap Metal Scrappers
54:13
54:13
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
54:13
As the Fated Three leave for their temporary home after a day well spent they hear the unnerving sounds of the darkness in the city. If you want to get The Wandering Tavern on Kickstarter click right here and support us in the process: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/homieandthedude/the-wandering-tavern?ref=6y3l5g Check here for all further …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Making our D&D games more hardcore
1:01:17
1:01:17
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
1:01:17
Some people, us included, like their games to be a little grittier and deadlier, but how do we do this with D&D? Well there are a few tricks we use that we wanted to share with you in this episode that can help you make your D&D games just that little more survival-focused. If you want to get The Wandering Tavern on Kickstarter click right here and…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E10: Disasters & Dramas
1:04:25
1:04:25
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
1:04:25
The Fated Three find the answers they so desperately seek. 3 Books containing the Information they need, at least they hope. If you want to get The Wandering Tavern on Kickstarter click right here and support us in the process: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/homieandthedude/the-wandering-tavern?ref=6y3l5g Check here for all further informatio…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E09: Revelations
54:13
54:13
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
54:13
Another Dream, More Research and a lot of Revelations, what will the Fated Three make of this? Will they finally understand? Check here for all further information:You can find us on the Web under these Links:https://www.doubledm.com/https://twitter.com/DoubleDMpod…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
What is most important in TTRPGs?
54:02
54:02
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
54:02
We love TTRPGs and you do too (otherwise you wouldn't be here i suppose) but what is most important about playing these games? This is an interesting question since this medium is incredibly unique and individualistic but that also makes the question incredibly hard to answer. However, knowing the answer will help you understand the medium. Our Mid…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E08: Titans vs. Giants
1:00:26
1:00:26
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
1:00:26
The battle commences, Titans vs. Giants clash as the city of bark.... actually maybe that's not right. The Fated Three now enter the Library of the City and learn about the mysteries of this world. Check here for all further information:You can find us on the Web under these Links:https://www.doubledm.com/…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Creating Factions that move your world
55:44
55:44
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
55:44
Everywhere people are they will clump together to form groups of people unified by common goals and interests. That is what we call factions, and how can we use these factions to make our D&D games more interesting and engaging? That's exactly what today is about! Our Midroll Music is "Midnight Tale" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Cr…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E07: The Tall Tree
59:22
59:22
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
59:22
Arrived at the City of Bark, the characters now have to figure out what to do and where to find the answers to their questions?Check here for all further information:You can find us on the Web under these Links:https://www.doubledm.com/https://twitter.com/DoubleDMpod…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Making D&D Prep easy
1:01:20
1:01:20
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
1:01:20
Every D&D and TTRPG Session is different from the next? But there still are a few guidelines and tips you can follow for almost all of them for a more streamlined easy and quick process to prepare your next gaming night!Our Midroll Music is "Midnight Tale" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E06: An Orphans Nightmare
58:28
58:28
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
58:28
Now traveling the outside world for the first time, what dangers will wait ahead?Check here for all further information:You can find us on the Web under these Links:https://www.doubledm.com/https://twitter.com/DoubleDMpodhttps://www.instagram.com/doubledmpod/?…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Making Actually Cool Gods
56:33
56:33
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
56:33
Nearly every Fantasy World has its own versions of Religions and Gods... But how do we actually make the gods powerful and interesting and the religion actually believable? That's on todays episode for us to find out! Our Midroll Music is "Midnight Tale" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E05: Among the ruins of home
54:54
54:54
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
54:54
We can't linger in the past for too long, we need to move ahead. But to where?Check here for all further information:You can find us on the Web under these Links:https://www.doubledm.com/https://twitter.com/DoubleDMpodhttps://www.instagram.com/doubledmpod/?hl=…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E04: The Diary of a Dead Man
57:36
57:36
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
57:36
We need to move forward, We need to find out why and how this tragedy happened. Will the Diary of a Long Dead Man even help? Check here for all further information: You can find us on the Web under these Links: https://www.doubledm.com/ https://twitter.com/DoubleDMpod …
…
continue reading
How should you behave as a GM? What are the golden rules to always uphold in play? Can we even condense such a complex role into rules? Our Midroll Music is "Midnight Tale" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Our Outro…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E03: The Ghost of a City
54:50
54:50
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
54:50
The City is destroyed and lies in Ruins. What will the people of Andoras do? How can they keep going? Check here for all further information: You can find us on the Web under these Links: https://www.doubledm.com/ https://twitter.com/DoubleDMpod https://www.instagram.co…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Being an Actual Play GM is different
58:32
58:32
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
58:32
Now that Titans Call is out and Nils finished his Actual Play (currently in production) we wanted to talk about our experience running games for more than just players. What was it like to think of an audience? What responsibilities come with this? Is it harder than just normal GMing? Our Midroll Music is "Midnight Tale" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E02: Your past has been erased pt.2
53:33
53:33
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
53:33
The Titan crushes the City of Andoras. Will our fated heroes survive the assault? Check here for all further information: You can find us on the Web under these Links: https://www.doubledm.com/ https://twitter.com/DoubleDMpod https://www.instagram.com/doubledmpod/?hl=de…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Titans Call S01E01: Your past has been erased pt. 1
1:10:04
1:10:04
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
1:10:04
The Mysterious Story of Titans, Cultists, and the Apocalypse begins. We meet the Trio of Characters that might be able to stop it all. Check here for all further information: You can find us on the Web under these Links: https://www.doubledm.com/ https://twitter.com/DoubleDMpod h…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
3 YEARS OF A TTRPG TALKSHOW
1:00:24
1:00:24
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
1:00:24
3 years of this... damn. Thank you all for listening through all these years and especially thank you to all our friends and listeners that handed in questions for us to answer. If you want to hand in more questions for us to answer just use Social Media, our E-Mail or the built in feature on Spotify. Our Midroll Music is "Midnight Tale" Kevin MacL…
…
continue reading
7th of FebruaryWill Cyradion Duskwood ever uncover the mysteries his father kept secret for so long?Attribution:-(Audio by) Michael Ghelfi Studioshttps://michaelghelfistudios.com/Tracks include:-Elven Kings Garden-A Dreadful Reflection--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/doubledm/message…
…
continue reading
7th of February Will Maisy Graves uncover the Mysteries of the Thorned Roses, or will her Chest be locked forever? Attribution: -(Audio by) Michael Ghelfi Studios https://michaelghelfistudios.com/ Tracks include: -A Halfling in the Kitchen -A Dreadful Reflection --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/doubledm/message…
…
continue reading
7th of February Will Aidan Fringe ever learn to deal with the past and what it means for the future? Attribution: -(Audio by) Michael Ghelfi Studios https://michaelghelfistudios.com/ Tracks include: -One Day Before The Adventure -A Dreadful Reflection --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/doubledm/message…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Allow your games to be less serious
56:21
56:21
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
56:21
We want to have fun playing right? So why take gaming too serious and not try to think outside the box? In this episode we talk about a reddit post we found and the discussion sparked from it about if a Wizard can take a UA spell that wouldn't fit the setting. But how can we make the spell fit our setting? What ways do we have to make our settings …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Stop Balancing your TTRPGs!
53:13
53:13
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
53:13
WE FINALLY DID IT! We talk about Balance in TTRPGs and why it's such a false goal to aim for. In this episode, you will find a discussion around Balancing your games and encounters filled with arguments and advice on why balance shouldn't be your focal point of designing and how you can use that time way better to create more fun encounters. Our Mi…
…
continue reading
Get ready for the 7th of February Attribution: -Our Intro Music was created by Screwdiver, find him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/artist/2H2bSfkRbeEksjbwMZ2dbX -The Titan Sounds as well as the Magical Built-Up Sound were both created by Eli through their Ko-Fi Commissions: https://aghostofeli.carrd.co/ -(Audio by) Michael Ghelfi Stud…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Rules Light or Rules Heavy TTRPGs?
46:45
46:45
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
46:45
Happy New Year DMs and welcome to the first episode of 2024 Today is all about Nils Hot Take from Christmas about Rules Light TTRPGs being worse than Rules Heavy Games for Beginners. But what even makes a System Rules Light or Heavy? That's what we discuss, we weigh the two types of systems and discuss if the distinction has any sort of value to th…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
HOT TAKES ABOUT TTRPGs (Holiday Special)
46:32
46:32
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
46:32
HAPPY HOLIDAYS WITH THIS SPECIAL SATIRE EPISODE!! Everyone has different opinions about TTRPGs and in any discussion we will find something to disagree on so let's get some of the most contested points we have made or want to make out there! As always this episode is supposed to be a talkshow about TTRPGs with some great bits of advice for you to u…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Sessions made for Worldbuilding
55:55
55:55
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
55:55
We're running a Q&A again!! If you're using Spotify you can instantly use the built-in feature otherwise you can refer to our Social Media channels for a place to drop questions. Often times when we play TTRPGs we don't have time to spend hours outside the game to prepare our world and create deep lore... So why not Worldbuild while we play One-Sho…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
How to make great TTRPG Handouts
54:08
54:08
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
54:08
Everyone loves it when the GM hands you an old letter from an NPC or gives you a physical puzzle to touch. But what more is there to Props and using them? Handouts and Props are a great addition to playing TTRPGs, but how can we design these handouts to fit our table and needs to evoke immersion, help share information and create a better sense of …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Evoking Character Development in your TTRPGs
57:26
57:26
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
57:26
Character Development is a crucial aspect of playing and enjoying a Tabletop Roleplaying Game. It's what Characters revolve around, yet how do we create moments for it at the table? Let's discuss that today. We feature stories of how development works in our games and give a ton of advice on setting the stage for development and creating characters…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Creating Conflict and Evil Campaigns
55:45
55:45
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
55:45
Evil Campaigns are a big old fascination of the TTRPG space, but what do they actually mean, and if we need them? We also discuss Character conflict and why Campaigns using a denominator like "Good" or "Evil" might not be that great in the end and why just playing campaigns with strong themes and even better defined characters will still lead to th…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
How to involve Pets in play
55:18
55:18
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
55:18
Pets are often a minor thing in TTRPGs and yet everyone wants to have an Owlbear Baby (Thank you Baldurs Gate) or a Dog, Cat, Bird, Snake, Arachnid and so on. We think pets are as stated a minor thing but still believe this is a great topic to talk about since pets can do great things at the table for roleplay and even mechanical reasons, however a…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Do we really need Realism in TTRPG?
55:23
55:23
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
55:23
A discussion that always makes the rounds in the TTRPG Space is the discussion about Realism and how it can help you or hinder you in play. As you might already guess, we think it's neither and both simultaneously. We discuss what Realism can do for you, how discussions around Realism are sometimes not what they are and how you can use Realism in y…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Making Marvelous Magic Items
44:29
44:29
Lejátszás később
Lejátszás később
Listák
Tetszik
Kedvelt
44:29
Magic Items are some of the coolest parts of playing D&D and TTRPGs, cool items to give your players an edge over your monsters and villains? Yes please! But what goes into making these good magic items? That is todays topic and we talk about making magic items, what magic items we've created, errors we've made and lessons we learned. We talk about…
…
continue reading