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In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss initiative and surprise mechanics in TTRPGs. We examine how initiative and surprise work in DnD 5e and how people are using it wrong, we compare 5e to other RPGs including Pathfinder 2e and The One Ring, and we explore some variant initiative options which you might use in your own games.
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MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE
RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes
Dungeons and Dragons 5e
Pathfinder 2e
Other Stuff
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In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we discuss initiative and surprise mechanics in TTRPGs. We examine how initiative and surprise work in DnD 5e and how people are using it wrong, we compare 5e to other RPGs including Pathfinder 2e and The One Ring, and we explore some variant initiative options which you might use in your own games.
If you've enjoyed the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and rate us on Spotify or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. You can find links in the show notes.
MATERIALS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE
RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes
Dungeons and Dragons 5e
Pathfinder 2e
Other Stuff

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