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- Do Not Enter: Saying "NO" as Dungeon Master - Nerdcognito Episode 355
Ryan David is still out of commission this week, so Daniel from Driving and Dragons takes the wheel while Ryan heals. The discussion this week is all about saying "no," or specifically some Dungeon Masters' inability to say that powerful word. NO means YES... your game experience will improve.
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1 hr 26 min - The Menace of Metagaming - Nerdcognito Episode 354
There has been a lot of talk about metagaming in hobby circles as of late, with modern gaming going so far as to fully endorse it! Hear our thoughts about what may or may not be considered metagaming, when it may be acceptable, and generally why it is NOT well received at most tables.
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1 hr 7 min - A "New" Gamer's Intro to the Hexcrawl - Nerdcognito Episode 353
A staple of the OSR, now finding new popularity at Classic Gaming tables and solo TTRPGers, the hexcrawl is often daunting for a new gamer to play, let alone create. This week, we throw our own modern gaming convert into the fire and have Siobhan take the lead on creating a hexmap and discuss the nuance of running this style of overland adventure at your table!
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1 hr 32 min - A "New" Gamer's Intro to the HEXCRAWL! - Nerdcognito Episode 353
A staple of the OSR, now finding new popularity at Classic Gaming tables and solo TTRPGers, the hexcrawl is often daunting for a new gamer to play, let alone create. This week, we throw our own modern gaming convert into the fire and have Siobhan take the lead on creating a hexmap and discuss the nuance of running this style of overland adventure at your table!
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1 hr - Rob Kuntz, Part II: "I'm Not Dead Yet!" - Nerdcognito Episode 352
Enjoy the second half of the conversation we had with Robert J. Kuntz, the last original Dungeons and Dragons creator! Rob wraps up his thoughts on WotC as custodians, we laugh about creative "helpers," and he shares wisdom for new (and old) nerds in the hobby!
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1 hr - Rob Kuntz, Part One: The Last Man Standing - Nerdcognito Episode 351
Join us as we welcome Mr. Robert J. Kuntz, the literal last man standing among the original creators of Dungeons and Dragons, as we chat about his philosophies, perspectives, and hear some great stories about building the foundation of our beloved hobby. Rob is the last primary source from the early days of the hobby, and shoots straight about the distortion of history that we see happening in modern gaming today.
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1 hr - The RPGPundit: What does the future hold for Indies & the OSR? - Nerdcognito Episode 350
What is the state of the indie and OSR TTRPG space now and in the future? The RPGPundit sits in and talks about the scene, the boons and banes we are seeing in the market, and his new Sci-Fi OSR game. A must listen for every Classic Gamer!
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How much is too much for you as the DM/GM? Silliness, min/maxing, meta gaming, scheduling issues? Where do YOU draw the line? Hear our lines plus we chat about when you can forgive and when a player just might be best forgotten!
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1 hr 25 min - It isn't ONLY Dungeons & Dragons! - Nerdcognito Episode 349
Sure, we all likely started our journey in the hobby with D&D, but what alternative systems broadened your horizons? This week we talk OTHER games, historically and in the present indie-rich culture. The hobby is wide and deep!
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1 hr 14 min - The Business of the (TTRPG) Business - Nerdcognito Podcast Episode 348
So YOU want to be a TTRPG Designer? It's important that you understand "The Business of the Business!" This week, we invite 20+ year game designer, WotC alum, and recent Kickstarter success James Desborough to sit in and chat about the critical business end of D&D design and Indie Tabletop publishing. It's a must-listen if YOU are interested in how the orc sausages are made!
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1 hr 25 min - Mothership Mania! A Nerdcognito Actual Play - Episode 337
This week, grab your space helmet, pulse rifle, and enjoy the ride. See if the gang plus guest players Paladin Steve and Kyle can survive... something... aboard their research vessel! It's a Nerdcognito Actual Play of Mothership!
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