Heroes Rise

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  • Heroes Rise one hundred ninety-ninth entry: Ekphrastical Enemies

    Support the show

    Our adventure has now ended, and we've hung up our robe and wizard hats to enjoy our retirement on the Sword Coast, running a tavern where a fresh band of adventurers may meet and start quests of their own. We're still around on Discord, and you should come and join the Heroes Rise community at http://discord.heroesrisepodcast.com

    A special thanks to Vindsvept for making the awesome music you hear throughout the show, be sure to check him out at     vindsvept.bandcamp.com; and a special thanks to the designer of our banners and avatars, Lo of Lo’s Lair — you can find him on X @Los_Lair and on Facebook at facebook.com/LosLair

    1 hr 23 min
  • Heroes Rise one hundred ninety-eighth entry: Git Gud

     Welcome, brave adventurers...

    ... to the one hundred ninety-eighth entry into our chronicle, recorded on Saturday, January 29th, and released Wednesday, February 2nd over at heroesrisepodcast.com.

    Yep, we are just two episode away from the big two-zero-zero, and we’ve got plans! On Saturday February 12th, to celebrate 200 episodes and 4 years of Heroes Rise, we’re aiming to do a full day of livestreamed content over on Twitch. Actual Play games, painting masterclasses, RP playthroughs of Baldur’s Gate 3 and, of course, the recording of our regular show with a few of the behind-the-scenes crew peaking their heads through the curtains. We’re just waiting on one or two bits of technology to make an appearance before we can publish our schedule, so keep an eye out for that coming soon on Social Media, or on our Discord server at discord.heroesrisepodcast.com

    In this week’s Adventurer’s Pack, Lennon introduces us to his favorite niche corvid radio station…

    Next we check out some D&D News as we uncover:

    • Some new WizKids minis
    • Two new non-Wizards 5th Edition settings you may be interested in
    • How D&D’s shift to multiversalism has altered goblinoid origins

    After that we head on over to the Scrying Pool to see what you have to say.

    Links

    • Kenku FM
    • WizKids Archdevil Minis
    • Dark Souls setting
    • Runescape 5e setting
    • What Changed in the Lore


    Community Questions

    Are you hoping to die horribly and repeatedly in your 5e games without needing to invite Ryu to DM? Do you want to adventure in Gielinor?


    What’s your take on Jeremy’s explanation of the changes? Does the explanation of the “multiversal perspective” make sense given what they’re doing? Or is Ostron’s frustration and confusion justified?


    Which pseudo-sci-fi setting do you think Wizards is going with? Are we getting traditional Spelljammer, or are they going to put their money on glowing quazi-japanese Magic imports?


    Heroes Rise are always on the lookout for new team members that have a passion for Dungeons and Dragons. Please know that all of our positions are volunteer, but we do offer a well known outlet for your work. If you have a particular skill that you believe could enhance our content, then send your contact information and experience to sendingstone@heroe

    Support the show

    Our adventure has now ended, and we've hung up our robe and wizard hats to enjoy our retirement on the Sword Coast, running a tavern where a fresh band of adventurers may meet and start quests of their own. We're still around on Discord, and you should come and join the Heroes Rise community at http://discord.heroesrisepodcast.com

    A special thanks to Vindsvept for making the awesome music you hear throughout the show, be sure to check him out at     vindsvept.bandcamp.com; and a special thanks to the designer of our banners and avatars, Lo of Lo’s Lair — you can find him on X @Los_Lair and on Facebook at facebook.com/LosLair

    1 hr 15 min
  • Heroes Rise one hundred ninety-eighth entry: Git Gud
    Welcome, brave adventurers... ... to the one hundred ninety-eighth entry into our chronicle, recorded on Saturday, January 29th, and released Wednesday, February 2nd over at heroesrisepodcast.com. Yep, we are just two episode away from the big two-zero-zero, and we’ve got plans! On Saturday February 12th, to celebrate 200 episodes and 4 years of Heroes Rise, we’re aiming to do a full day of livestreamed content over on Twitch. Actual Play games, painting masterclasses, RP playthroughs of Baldur’s Gate 3 and, of course, the recording of our regular show with a few of the behind-the-scenes crew peaking their heads through the curtains. We’re just waiting on one or two bits of technology to make an appearance before we can publish our schedule, so keep an eye out for that coming soon on Social Media, or on our Discord server at discord.heroesrisepodcast.com In this week’s Adventurer’s Pack, Lennon introduces us to his favorite niche corvid radio station… Next we check out some D&D News as we uncover:Some new WizKids minisTwo new non-Wizards 5th Edition settings you may be interested inHow D&D’s shift to multiversalism has altered goblinoid origins After that we head on over to the Scrying Pool to see what you have to say. LinksKenku FMWizKids Archdevil MinisDark Souls settingRunescape 5e settingWhat Changed in the Lore Community QuestionsAre you hoping to die horribly and repeatedly in your 5e games without needing to invite Ryu to DM? Do you want to adventure in Gielinor? What’s your take on Jeremy’s explanation of the changes? Does the explanation of the “multiversal perspective” make sense given what they’re doing? Or is Ostron’s frustration and confusion justified? Which pseudo-sci-fi setting do you think Wizards is going with? Are we getting traditional Spelljammer, or are they going to put their money on glowing quazi-japanese Magic imports? Heroes Rise are always on the lookout for new team members that have a passion for Dungeons and Dragons. Please know that all of our positions are volunteer, but we do offer a well known outlet for your work. If you have a particular skill that you believe could enhance our content, then send your contact information and experience to [email protected] You can also follow us on the social media sites! We’re on Facebook! Head over to facebook.com/heroesrisednd and say "hi", or check us out on Twitter via @heroesrisednd for details of our show times and other fun stuff. You can also join us on Discord! http://discord.heroesrisepodcast.com Liked this episode? Totally hated it? Leave a comment below, or contact us using our handy web form. A special thanks to Vindsvept for making the awesome music you hear throughout the show, be sure to check him out at Support the show (http://patreon.com/heroesrisednd)
    1 hr 15 min
  • Heroes Rise one hundred ninety-seventh entry: These Aren't The Drow You're Looking For
    Welcome, brave adventurers... ... to the one hundred ninety-seventh entry into our chronicle, recorded on Saturday, January 22nd, and released Wednesday, January 26th over at heroesrisepodcast.com. This week we’re going to wander into the Market of Minauros to see what mysterious and magical items have filtered up for sale. Next we check out some D&D News as we uncover what Todd Kenreck's up to, the Legends of Vox Machina cast list and how D&D Beyond are integrating Monsters of the Multiverse. After that we take a Short Rest and head into the Archives of Candlekeep and learn all about the Slaadi; before finally heading over to the Scrying Pool to see what you have to say. LinksMenagerie of AdventuresCheap Thrills: Quick Adventures for D&D 5eSoulmist : A Journey from Darkness to LightTodd Kenreck joins the D&D TeamD&D Beyond won’t replace Previous VersionsLegends of Vox Machina Casting Community QuestionsWhat’s your take on Ostron’s tinfoil hat theory? Is Wizards releasing experimental “next evolution” content and avoiding releases that rely on original 5e rules? Or are these just regular content releases that need some extra explanation we’re not getting? What do you think of the cast list for Legends of Vox Machina? Are you a Critter and excited about the cast coming in? Are there any choices you disagree with? Are you a non Critter but the cast list is making you interested in the show? Heroes Rise are always on the lookout for new team members that have a passion for Dungeons and Dragons. Please know that all of our positions are volunteer, but we do offer a well known outlet for your work. If you have a particular skill that you believe could enhance our content, then send your contact information and experience to [email protected] You can also follow us on the social media sites! We’re on Facebook! Head over to facebook.com/heroesrisednd and say "hi", or check us out on Twitter via @heroesrisednd for details of our show times and other fun stuff. You can also join us on Discord! http://discord.heroesrisepodcast.com Liked this episode? Totally hated it? Leave a comment below, or contact us using our handy web form. A special thanks to Vindsvept for making the awesome music you hear throughout the show, be sure to check him out at vindsvept.bandcamp.com; and a special thanks to the designer of our banners and avatars, Lo of Lo’s Lair -- you can find him on Twitter @RealLarryD and on Facebook at facebook.com/LosLairSupport the show (http://patreon.com/heroesrisednd)
    1 hr 11 min
  • Heroes Rise one hundred ninety-seventh entry: These Aren't The Drow You're Looking For

    Welcome, brave adventurers...

    ... to the one hundred ninety-seventh entry into our chronicle, recorded on Saturday, January 22nd, and released Wednesday, January 26th over at heroesrisepodcast.com.

    This week we’re going to wander into the Market of Minauros to see what mysterious and magical items have filtered up for sale.

    Next we check out some D&D News as we uncover what Todd Kenreck's up to, the Legends of Vox Machina cast list and how D&D Beyond are integrating Monsters of the Multiverse.

    After that we take a Short Rest and head into the Archives of Candlekeep and learn all about the Slaadi; before finally heading over to the Scrying Pool to see what you have to say.

    Links

    • Menagerie of Adventures
    • Cheap Thrills: Quick Adventures for D&D 5e
    • Soulmist : A Journey from Darkness to Light
    • Todd Kenreck joins the D&D Team
    • D&D Beyond won’t replace Previous Versions
    • Legends of Vox Machina Casting

    Community Questions

    What’s your take on Ostron’s tinfoil hat theory? Is Wizards releasing experimental “next evolution” content and avoiding releases that rely on original 5e rules? Or are these just regular content releases that need some extra explanation we’re not getting?


    What do you think of the cast list for Legends of Vox Machina? Are you a Critter and excited about the cast coming in? Are there any choices you disagree with? Are you a non Critter but the cast list is making you interested in the show?


    Heroes Rise are always on the lookout for new team members that have a passion for Dungeons and Dragons. Please know that all of our positions are volunteer, but we do offer a well known outlet for your work. If you have a particular skill that you believe could enhance our content, then send your contact information and experience to [email protected]

    You can also follow us on the social media sites! We’re on Facebook! Head over to facebook.com/heroesrisednd and say "hi", or check us out on Twitter via @heroesrisednd for details of our show times and other fun stuff. You can also join us on Discord! http:/

    Support the show

    Our adventure has now ended, and we've hung up our robe and wizard hats to enjoy our retirement on the Sword Coast, running a tavern where a fresh band of adventurers may meet and start quests of their own. We're still around on Discord, and you should come and join the Heroes Rise community at http://discord.heroesrisepodcast.com

    A special thanks to Vindsvept for making the awesome music you hear throughout the show, be sure to check him out at     vindsvept.bandcamp.com; and a special thanks to the designer of our banners and avatars, Lo of Lo’s Lair — you can find him on X @Los_Lair and on Facebook at facebook.com/LosLair

    1 hr 11 min
  • Heroes Rise one hundred ninety-sixth entry: Improvised Creature Leaks
    Welcome, brave adventurers... ... to the one hundred ninety-sixth entry into our chronicle, recorded on Saturday, January 15th, and released Wednesday, January 19th over at heroesrisepodcast.com. In this week’s Adventurer’s Pack, Ostron tells us how much benefit there is to always having a bowler hat available. Next we check out some D&D News as we uncover some leaked content on the Player Race changes coming in Monsters of the Multiverse. After that we take a Short Rest and head into the Gnomish Workshop for some advice on unarmed combat, before finally heading over to the Scrying Pool to see what you have to say. LinksTitan Craft MinisPlayer Races Leaks from Monsters of the Multiverse,Part 1Part 2 A Short Rest: Gnomish Workshop: Drop Your Weapons!Gnomish Workshop: Drop Your Weapons! Community QuestionsHave you listened to or read up on what’s changing with the D&D races? What changes do you agree with? Which ones confuse you? And which ones are you just flat out against? What’s your theory for the motive on these changes? Do you think Wizards is trying to remove more problematic content? Are they streamlining things for the Adventurer’s league? Are they just trying to make it easier to build a character in general? Or is there another option we didn’t mention? Heroes Rise are always on the lookout for new team members that have a passion for Dungeons and Dragons. Please know that all of our positions are volunteer, but we do offer a well known outlet for your work. If you have a particular skill that you believe could enhance our content, then send your contact information and experience to [email protected] You can also follow us on the social media sites! We’re on Facebook! Head over to facebook.com/heroesrisednd and say "hi", or check us out on Twitter via @heroesrisednd for details of our show times and other fun stuff. You can also join us on Discord! http://discord.heroesrisepodcast.com Liked this episode? Totally hated it? Leave a comment below, or contact us using our handy web form. A special thanks to Vindsvept for making the awesome music you hear throughout the show, be sure to check him out at vindsvept.bandcamp.com; and a special thanks to the designer of our banners and avatars, Lo of Lo’s Lair -- you can find him on Twitter @RealLarryD and on Facebook at facebook.com/LosLairSupport the show
    1 hr 12 min
  • Heroes Rise one hundred ninety-sixth entry: Improvised Creature Leaks

     Welcome, brave adventurers...

    ... to the one hundred ninety-sixth entry into our chronicle, recorded on Saturday, January 15th, and released Wednesday, January 19th over at heroesrisepodcast.com.

    In this week’s Adventurer’s Pack, Ostron tells us how much benefit there is to always having a bowler hat available.

    Next we check out some D&D News as we uncover some leaked content on the Player Race changes coming in Monsters of the Multiverse.

    After that we take a Short Rest and head into the Gnomish Workshop for some advice on unarmed combat, before finally heading over to the Scrying Pool to see what you have to say.

    Links

    • Titan Craft Minis
    • Player Races Leaks from Monsters of the Multiverse,
      • Part 1
      • Part 2

    A Short Rest: Gnomish Workshop: Drop Your Weapons!

    • Gnomish Workshop: Drop Your Weapons!

    Community Questions

    Have you listened to or read up on what’s changing with the D&D races? What changes do you agree with? Which ones confuse you? And which ones are you just flat out against?


    What’s your theory for the motive on these changes? Do you think Wizards is trying to remove more problematic content? Are they streamlining things for the Adventurer’s league? Are they just trying to make it easier to build a character in general? Or is there another option we didn’t mention?


    Heroes Rise are always on the lookout for new team members that have a passion for Dungeons and Dragons. Please know that all of our positions are volunteer, but we do offer a well known outlet for your work. If you have a particular skill that you believe could enhance our content, then send your contact information and experience to [email protected]

    You can also follow us on the social media sites! We’re on Facebook! Head over to facebook.com/heroesrisednd and say "hi", or check us out on Twitter via @heroesrisednd for details of our show times and other fun stuff. You can also join us on Discord! http://discord.heroesrisepodcast.com

    Liked this episode? Totally hated it? Leave a comment below, or contact us using our handy web form.

    A special thanks to Vindsvept for making the awesome music you hear throughout the show, be sure to check him out at

    Support the show

    Our adventure has now ended, and we've hung up our robe and wizard hats to enjoy our retirement on the Sword Coast, running a tavern where a fresh band of adventurers may meet and start quests of their own. We're still around on Discord, and you should come and join the Heroes Rise community at http://discord.heroesrisepodcast.com

    A special thanks to Vindsvept for making the awesome music you hear throughout the show, be sure to check him out at     vindsvept.bandcamp.com; and a special thanks to the designer of our banners and avatars, Lo of Lo’s Lair — you can find him on X @Los_Lair and on Facebook at facebook.com/LosLair

    1 hr 12 min
  • Heroes Rise one hundred ninety-fifth entry: This Is Useless
    Welcome, brave adventurers... ... to the one hundred ninety-fifth entry into our chronicle, recorded on Saturday, January 8th, and released Wednesday, January 12th over at heroesrisepodcast.com. In this week’s Adventurer’s Pack, Lennon has a D&D experience for the rest of the people. Next we gather round the campfire and engage in some Dissonant Whispers as we talk about the best (and worst) spells in D&D… After that we take a Short Rest and head into the Archives of Candlekeep and ask “Where are the Duergar?”, before finally heading over to the Scrying Pool to see what you have to say. LinksAdventure Away A Short Rest: Archives of Candlekeep: Where Are The Duergar?Archives of Candlekeep: Where Are The Duergar? Community QuestionsSpells! Do you agree with the ones the survey picked? Can you give us some counter-arguments that make the “worst” spells not so bad?  Do you have additional nominations for either list? Share them! Have you tangled with the dwarves’ deeper, greyer cousins from the Underdark? What’s your experience been? Heroes Rise are always on the lookout for new team members that have a passion for Dungeons and Dragons. Please know that all of our positions are volunteer, but we do offer a well known outlet for your work. If you have a particular skill that you believe could enhance our content, then send your contact information and experience to [email protected] You can also follow us on the social media sites! We’re on Facebook! Head over to facebook.com/heroesrisednd and say "hi", or check us out on Twitter via @heroesrisednd for details of our show times and other fun stuff. You can also join us on Discord! http://discord.heroesrisepodcast.com Liked this episode? Totally hated it? Leave a comment below, or contact us using our handy web form. A special thanks to Vindsvept for making the awesome music you hear throughout the show, be sure to check him out at vindsvept.bandcamp.com; and a special thanks to the designer of our banners and avatars, Lo of Lo’s Lair -- you can find him on Twitter @RealLarryD and on Facebook at facebook.com/LosLairSupport the show (http://patreon.com/heroesrisednd)
    1 hr 12 min
  • Heroes Rise one hundred ninety-fifth entry: This Is Useless

     Welcome, brave adventurers...

    ... to the one hundred ninety-fifth entry into our chronicle, recorded on Saturday, January 8th, and released Wednesday, January 12th over at heroesrisepodcast.com.

    In this week’s Adventurer’s Pack, Lennon has a D&D experience for the rest of the people.

    Next we gather round the campfire and engage in some Dissonant Whispers as we talk about the best (and worst) spells in D&D…

    After that we take a Short Rest and head into the Archives of Candlekeep and ask “Where are the Duergar?”, before finally heading over to the Scrying Pool to see what you have to say.

    Links

    • Adventure Away

    A Short Rest: Archives of Candlekeep: Where Are The Duergar?

    • Archives of Candlekeep: Where Are The Duergar?

    Community Questions

    Spells! Do you agree with the ones the survey picked? Can you give us some counter-arguments that make the “worst” spells not so bad?  Do you have additional nominations for either list? Share them!


    Have you tangled with the dwarves’ deeper, greyer cousins from the Underdark? What’s your experience been?


    Heroes Rise are always on the lookout for new team members that have a passion for Dungeons and Dragons. Please know that all of our positions are volunteer, but we do offer a well known outlet for your work. If you have a particular skill that you believe could enhance our content, then send your contact information and experience to [email protected]

    You can also follow us on the social media sites! We’re on Facebook! Head over to facebook.com/heroesrisednd and say "hi", or check us out on Twitter via @heroesrisednd for details of our show times and other fun stuff. You can also join us on Discord! http://discord.heroesrisepodcast.com

    Liked this episode? Totally hated it? Leave a comment below, or contact us using our handy web form.

    A special thanks to Vindsvept for making the awesome music you hear throughout the show, be sure to check him out at vindsvept.bandcamp.com; and a special thanks to the designer of our banners and avatars, Lo of Lo’s Lair -- you can find him on Twitter @RealLarryD and on Facebook at facebook.com/LosLair

    Support the show

    Our adventure has now ended, and we've hung up our robe and wizard hats to enjoy our retirement on the Sword Coast, running a tavern where a fresh band of adventurers may meet and start quests of their own. We're still around on Discord, and you should come and join the Heroes Rise community at http://discord.heroesrisepodcast.com

    A special thanks to Vindsvept for making the awesome music you hear throughout the show, be sure to check him out at     vindsvept.bandcamp.com; and a special thanks to the designer of our banners and avatars, Lo of Lo’s Lair — you can find him on X @Los_Lair and on Facebook at facebook.com/LosLair

    1 hr 12 min
  • Heroes Rise one hundred ninety-fourth entry: Ermagerd! Dregernbern!
    Welcome, brave adventurers... ... to the one hundred ninety-fourth entry into our chronicle, recorded on Saturday, January 1st, and released Wednesday, January 5th over at heroesrisepodcast.com. In this week’s Adventurer’s Pack, Ryu … like… wow, she doesn’t even have the hat on.   Next we’re taking a Long Rest as we find out if my mother hooked up with a dragon. Finally we head over to the Scrying Pool to see what you [all] have to say. LinksEpic Encounters A Long Rest: Archives of Candlekeep: No, My Mother Did Not Hook Up With a Dragon: DragonbornArchives of Candlekeep: No, My Mother Did Not Hook Up With a Dragon: Dragonborn Community QuestionsWere you aware of the origins of the dragonborn before our expose? Did you think they were half-breed dragons before? Does this change your opinion about how to play the characters? Have you played a particularly memorable dragonborn? Did they follow the rigid, extreme attitudes suggested by the book descriptions, or did you play one that went “against type”? Did that cause them to stand out in your game, or were all dragonborn imagined differently? Heroes Rise are always on the lookout for new team members that have a passion for Dungeons and Dragons. Please know that all of our positions are volunteer, but we do offer a well known outlet for your work. If you have a particular skill that you believe could enhance our content, then send your contact information and experience to [email protected] You can also follow us on the social media sites! We’re on Facebook! Head over to facebook.com/heroesrisednd and say "hi", or check us out on Twitter via @heroesrisednd for details of our show times and other fun stuff. You can also join us on Discord! http://discord.heroesrisepodcast.com Liked this episode? Totally hated it? Leave a comment below, or contact us using our handy web form. A special thanks to Vindsvept for making the awesome music you hear throughout the show, be sure to check him out at vindsvept.bandcamp.com; and a special thanks to the designer of our banners and avatars, Lo of Lo’s Lair -- you can find him on Twitter @RealLarryD and on Facebook at facebook.com/LosLairSupport the show (http://patreon.com/heroesrisednd)
    59 min

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We're a show all about D&D. Each week we will bring you our take on the latest news from Wizards of the Coast (and the wider D&D circles), along with advice for players and DMs of all skills…