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Even tribes as brutal as the barbarians need wise leaders to guide them down the right path. Keepers of their ancient traditions, and occasionally, a voice of reason. In this episode we discuss Totem Warrior barbarians, and how we feel they play an important role within the class.

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Your players aren't the only ones looking to spice things up. Every once in a while Dragons breed with other species, creating Half Dragons. While the monster manual portrays a humanoid half dragon, similar to a dragonborn, in this episode we discuss how you can apply half dragon flavor to other creatures in your campaign.

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You jolt awake. Thunder rolls in the distance, and you hear shouting. You stride to the deck purposefully, hair standing on end, and sparks crackling between your fingers. As you throw open the doors, you reach to the heavens and pull lightning from the sky. As the bolt crashes into the ship now interlocked with yours, it erupts. Splinters fly through the air as it collapses in on itself. The invading party drop to their knees or abandon ship. The cargo is safe, and you're free to go back to bed.

In this episode we take a look at Storm Sorcerors, what makes them unique, and how you can implement them into your games both as a player and as a DM.

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Sometimes the idea of swinging your sword around can feel a bit stale. You need something new in the mix to spice things up, and that's where Skill Challenges come in. In this episode we discuss how you can serve a new type of encounter to your players that's more engaging than a standard skill check, and keeps the pace of your game going!

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Old 4e Example Challenges

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Just want to provide an update for our regular listeners on the current state of the podcast, and when they can expect us back on a regular schedule. We appreciate all of you listening, and we will be back very soon!

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In this episode Sam comes back to talk to us about Orcs! How to keep such a mainstay of the D&D landscape relevant throughout your edventures, and how we would go about changing them to fit our own ideas of what an orc should be. We also talk culture, what type of orc is most likely to wear jean shorts, and go over some fantastic articles from Goblin Punch!

God Hates Orcs

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Bards live their life in the spotlight, singing and sharing the great deeds of others to encourage or intimidate their foes. For some, however, this is not enough. Some Bards seek the thrill of inspiring their comrades from the front lines with flashy swordplay. They emulate the valor and bravery of the heroes that have come before them, and nothing less will suffice. In this episode we discuss the abilities and use of the College of Valor.

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It's time to get back to your roots, and away from the comforts of modern living. Straw beds, and latrines have made you soft and you're looking for something a bit different. In this episode we bring nature to you, as we discuss Firbolgs and how they can change they dynamic of your next game.

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The floorboards creak, and you hear a distant moan. The villagers told you they were having disappearances in the old abandoned house at the edge of town, and you feel a chill creep down your spine. A distant wail turns into a terrible scream, and your comrades seize up around you. Through the wall a ghastly face emerges, and sends you into a panic. You run out the doors, and three more adventurers go missing. In this episode we talk about banshees, and how you can use them in your own games.

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In this episode we had to step out of the kitchen and into the garage. We've scrapped together an episode on our thoughts on the Unearthed Arcana Artificer. In this episode we discuss what we like and dislike about the class, as well as how you can adjust them for your own games.

Unearthed Arcana

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