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Welcome to The Black Notebook, where we take a fresh look at Dungeons & Dragons through the pages of the classic D&D books. Every episode explores monsters, rules, adventures, and forgotten id... more
FAQs about The Black Notebook Podcast:How many episodes does The Black Notebook Podcast have?The podcast currently has 398 episodes available.
June 18, 2024Hidden Gems in Used Books!#Usedbooks #DMTipsIn today's episode, I discuss buying used books from the store and finding a hidden gem, like a map, or a creature, or an entire dungeon. Its joy to find these things inside the book as it makes you think about what you could do it with it!...more13minPlay
June 17, 2024Reponse to Friday's Fireside Chat!Last Friday, Geoff and I did a live stream for my youtube channel and we wanted to respond to those who left comments on the show afterwards. Some GREAT comments, so they deserve answering right away!Link to Video:https://youtube.com/live/GsG5vKNthAQ?feature=share...more11minPlay
June 14, 2024Technology in Gaming, Good or Bad? You Decide!#Gaming #DMTips #TechnologyGamingOn today's podcast I reach into the email bag and answer a question about what I think of how gaming has evolved with technology, and what I think is better overall. What do I think? You'll have to tune in and find out!...more14minPlay
June 13, 2024Advanced Dungeons & Dragons - The Sometimes Controversial Charm Monster Spell#DMtips #Spells #GreyhawkOn today's podcast, I flip open the AD&D 1e Player's handbook to the 4th level Magic User spell called, "Charm Monster". Discuss that spell, how to use and how its often talked about as Controversial as far as how its been used by various people. I also tell you a story about how it was part of one of the worst gaming experiences I've had....more14minPlay
June 12, 2024Dungeons & Dragons - The Manual of Hexterity!#dungeonsanddragons #hexmapping #mappingOn today's podcast, I am going over the Manual of Hexterity, a pay what you will product on Drivethrurpg.com, that is an excellent tool for your DM binder. It adds a lot of flavor to your hex maps and even your dungeon maps. Link: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/395396/manual-of-hexterity?affiliate_id=421647...more10minPlay
June 11, 2024Shadowrun - Giving characters the spotlight?#GMTips #Shadowrun #RPGIn this episode, I got an email from Lucas asking about how do you ensure that each archetype can shine and feel equally important in a campaign. I go over ways you can make each character feel important and have their moment in the spotlight....more10minPlay
June 10, 2024Dungeons and Dragons - Keeping players on track with modules?#DMTips #DMAdvice #RPGIn the latest episode of our podcast, I talk about a thought-provoking email inquiry about guiding players through modules and keeping them engaged. Join me as I reflect on this intriguing question and share valuable insights and practical tips on how to effectively steer players within the framework of modules. Really getting into the intricacies of storytelling and player agency, I explore the delicate balance between structure and freedom, offering a wealth of strategies to empower game masters and enhance the overall gaming experience. Tune in for an enriching discussion that sheds light on the art of module navigation and player engagement....more11minPlay
June 07, 2024Grievances I have about people who only play D&D and nothing else!In today's episode, I get right to the chase of things and talk about a situation a friend is having with his group not wanting to play anything other then D&D and how its good to experience other RPGs, if only to recharge your batteries for the old faithful game you love....more12minPlay
June 06, 2024Shadowrun - Bottled Demon Module is Excellent!#Shadowrun #BottledDemon #RPGOn today's podcast, I decided to pull out one of my favorite second edition modules to talk about, the Bottled Demon. It has a lot going on, and its really interesting. Listen in as I talk about the module's plot and how interesting it is for a new GM looking for a mission or two. ...more14minPlay
June 05, 2024Dungeons and Dragons - Solo Crawling, No GM Oracle needed!#GMlessgames #soloRPG #SoloTTRPGWelcome to the podcast and today's topic is about playing D&D by yourself, but there is no need for complex GM Emulators, or oracles needed! You can engage in building a world and dungeons to play through and all you need is your party of characters, hex maps, grid map, the AD&D DMG book and your imagination. Listen in as I tell you how this can be done!Link to my video that drops Saturday: https://youtu.be/S8BGMUaUF2o...more14minPlay
FAQs about The Black Notebook Podcast:How many episodes does The Black Notebook Podcast have?The podcast currently has 398 episodes available.