Nerdcognito

Nerdcognito

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  • Rewards and Treasure Management - Nerdcognito Episode 317

    On this episode of Nerdcognito, we continue to chronicle some "lost arts" of TTRPG game mastering, specifically taking a look at treasure. We talk about the purpose both in game and mechanically treasure serves, how to best manage it, and even answer the question: "Why did that rat have 3gp?"


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    1 hr 16 min
  • Dumpster Fire: A little bit of everything - Nerdcognito Episode 316

    This week we sample a little bit of all the trash that was set alight in our nerdosphere. Ed Greenwood and Tracy Hickman to 6e? Aabria's meltdown! CMON money laundering?!? Molly's musings... and more!


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    1 hr 20 min
  • How NOT to Make a Character - Nerdcognito Episode 315

    Why did we struggle making a 2024 D&D character? Because, according to the pop gaming media, we did it wrong. Today, we look to correct this "error" and follow their lead while creating a character. We were right all along.


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    1 hr 12 min
  • Spectacular Settings (w/ Dungeon Delver!) - Nerdcognito Episode 314

    This week, Bill Silvey The Dungeon Delver sits in and joins us as we discuss classic settings and how settings play a part of your campaign. It's a great talk about not only where your party is, but why those worlds look and act the way they do!


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    1 hr 22 min
  • Environmental Action! - Nerdcognito - Episode 313

    Environments play a huge role in Dungeons & Dragons and Tabletop Roleplaying Games... this week we discuss how to make sure it is not just a background, but an interactive, innovative, and sometimes deadly part of your game! Check for traps, baby!


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    1 hr 5 min
  • Stranger Damage to the Gaming Hobby - Nerdcognito - Episode 312

    On this week's episode the gang dives into the "revalations" made by the Duffer Brothers, creators of Stranger Things. The discussion also turns to the impact of the show and the movement on the hobby... and the potential irreversible damage it has done to Dungeons & Dragons.


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    1 hr 5 min
  • Gaming Media News Blitz - Nerdcognito Episode 311

    This week, there was a deluge of items that could have made our news segment... so we did an entire show on the news. The pop gaming media dissappointed as always and we mocked and commented as necessary! Hypocriscy and hyperbole gets exposed in this fun run through the headlines!


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    1 hr 8 min
  • Balancing Act: Balance in TTRPG Design and Play - Nerdcognito Episode 310

    This week, the gang talks about balance in Tabletop Role-Playing Games. Looking at the total picture from design to implementation when running a game, they discuss how balance is a critical design piece that has been exploited by the SparkleTroll and modern gaming.

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    1 hr 10 min
  • Starting a Successful TTRPG Campaign - Nerdcognito Episode 309

    Starting a new campaign for any gaming group can be tough. Different personalities, characters, systems, levels of knowledge, and expectations all play a part. Today we're not talking a "Session Zero," we are discussing some design choices that the GM can make to ensure a great kickoff (not a six session) campaign!



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    1 hr 7 min
  • WotC NEEDS Your DIGITAL ID - Nerdcognito Episode 308

    NO ONE is talking about the fact that Wizards of the Coast is gearing up to implement ID Verification on DnD Beyond.

    "To play Dungeons & Dragons, we need your government ID and biometric data?!?"

    This week, the discussion, confusion, and outrage that should be happening everywhere happens here.



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    1 hr 11 min

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