Total Party Thrill: RPG Advice From Our Table to Yours

By I-Hsien Sherwood, Shane Vaiskauskas

Total Party Thrill is a podcast for GMs and players where we discuss our campaigns in order to inspire yours. Each episode begins with a short recap of an installment of our home campaigns, including ... more

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The podcast currently has 433 episodes available.

Total Party Thrill: RPG Advice From Our Table to Yours episodes:

July 31, 2025 TPT #393: Draw Steel Review
I-Hsien and Shane accrue Drama in an extra-long cover-to-cover review of Draw Steel, MCDM’s new tabletop RPG system. We walk you through the classes, ancestries, rules, and rewards and let you know if it’s worth adding to your collection.
Editing: Aram Vartian

Important Links:
Critical Lit: I-Hsien's new podcast, which re-examines classic RPG modules. A cross between book review and MST3K. Co-hosts Dan Dillon, Amelia Som, and Sal Tamarkin.

Total Party Thrill Discord server: Come hang out with us and other fans of the show. https://discord.com/invite/GvFXnSv

TPT Character Creation Forge Codex: It's finally here! A huge thanks to all our Patreon supporters who made it possible.

Teepublic: Home of the TPT-shirt!

Contact us:
Bluesky: @totalpartythrill.bsky.social
Twitter: @TPTcast
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.totalpartythrill.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/totalpartythrill
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/totalpartythrill
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TotalPartyThrill
...more
2h 50min
July 17, 2025 Critical Lit Bonus Episode — Curse of Strahd Deep Dive (Part 1)
I-Hsien's new podcast is here! Critical Lit is a tongue-in-cheek re-examination of classic RPG modules that answers important questions like What is the nature of a predator? and Is Strahd hot or not? He's joined by Dan Dillon, Amelia Som & Sal Tamarkin.
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/critical-lit/id1826377168
In this episode: Ravenloft history, Tracy Hickman's Foreword, Introduction, Chapter 1. The mists spirit us away to Barovia, a pastiche of gothic horror tropes and modern vampire mythos. We tackle the important questions, like how to run a spooky game, and How do we feel about Strahd's fit? One thing's for certain: he sucks. As a person. But he's a compelling villain, a classic presentation of an abusive narcissist who's been serving since 1983.
Support us on Patreon to hear monthly bonus episodes: https://www.patreon.com/CriticalLit

Contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Bluesky: @CriticalLit.bsky.social
Dan Dillon: @dandillon.bsky.social
I-Hsien Sherwood: @ihsien.bsky.social
Amelia Som: @ameliasom.com
Sal Tamarkin: @sal.gay
...more
1h 43min
June 18, 2025 TPT #392: Daggerheart Review
I-Hsien is joined by Fiona K. T. Howat, host of the What Am I Rolling? Podcast to review the new RPG from Critical Role’s Darrington Press. We’ll check out the system, character creation, combat mechanics, GM guidance, adversaries and campaign frames and let you know if it’s worth bringing to your table.
Editing: Aram Vartian

Important Links:
What Am I Rolling?: Every month, Fiona takes a brand new group of players and runs them through a one-shot adventure, testing out a different RPG game style or system.
Total Party Thrill Discord server: Come hang out with us and other fans of the show. https://discord.com/invite/GvFXnSv
TPT Character Creation Forge Codex: It's finally here! A huge thanks to all our Patreon supporters who made it possible.
Teepublic: Home of the TPT-shirt!

Contact us:
Bluesky: @totalpartythrill.bsky.social
Twitter: @TPTcast
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.totalpartythrill.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/totalpartythrill
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/totalpartythrill
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TotalPartyThrill
...more
1h 50min
April 04, 2025 TPT #391: D&D 2024 Final Thoughts and Alternative RPG Systems
With the full set of rulebooks in hand, I-Hsien and Shane drop a final assessment of the newest D&D system—and suggest other options for gaming groups that don’t want to make the switch.

Editing: Aram Vartian

Important Links:

Total Party Thrill Discord server: Come hang out with us and other fans of the show. https://discord.com/invite/GvFXnSv

TPT Character Creation Forge Codex: It's finally here! A huge thanks to all our Patreon supporters who made it possible.

Teepublic: Home of the TPT-shirt!

Contact us:

Bluesky: @totalpartythrill.bsky.social
Twitter: @TPTcast

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.totalpartythrill.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/totalpartythrill

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/totalpartythrill

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TotalPartyThrill
...more
1h 20min
February 21, 2025 TPT #390: 2025 D&D 5e Monster Manual Review
I-Hsien and Shane analyze the updated 2025 Monster Manual. This extra-long cover-to-cover review walks you through the changes to monster lore, math and design philosophy. We’ll let you know how it stacks up to previous Monster Manuals and whether it’s worth adding to your collection.
Editing: Aram Vartian

Important Links:
Support the show on Patreon and get access to the Character Creation Forge: https://www.patreon.com/totalpartythrill
Total Party Thrill Discord server: Come hang out with us and other fans of the show. https://discord.com/invite/GvFXnSv
TPT Character Creation Forge Codex: It's finally here! A huge thanks to all our Patreon supporters who made it possible.
Teepublic: Home of the TPT-shirt!

Contact us:
Bluesky: @totalpartythrill.bsky.social
Twitter: @TPTcast
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.totalpartythrill.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/totalpartythrill
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/totalpartythrill
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TotalPartyThrill
...more
2h 17min
February 06, 2025 TPT #389: Responsible Representation and the New D&D 2024 Monk
I-Hsien is joined by Daniel Kwan, game designer with credits including Candlekeep Mysteries and Pathfinder 2e’s Tian Xia books and host of the Asians Represent! podcast, to talk about the aesthetic and mechanical changes to the monk class and how to portray real-world cultures at the table in authentic and inclusive ways.
Editing: Aram Vartian

Important Links:
Asians Represent!: Check out the ENnie-winning podcast.
Dockside Chef: See for yourself.
Support the show on Patreon and get access to the Character Creation Forge: https://www.patreon.com/totalpartythrill
Total Party Thrill Discord server: Come hang out with us and other fans of the show. https://discord.com/invite/GvFXnSv
TPT Character Creation Forge Codex: It's finally here! A huge thanks to all our Patreon supporters who made it possible.
Teepublic: Home of the TPT-shirt!

Contact us:
Bluesky: @totalpartythrill.bsky.social
Twitter: @TPTcast
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.totalpartythrill.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/totalpartythrill
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/totalpartythrill
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TotalPartyThrill
...more
1h 29min
January 09, 2025 TPT #388: Playing Lone Wolves and Antisocial Characters—Without Being a Jerk About It
I-Hsien and Shane discuss how to play grumpy, ornery, recalcitrant characters—without pissing off the rest of the party. With the right approach, everyone gets to enjoy their bad temper. And in the Gates of Mourning campaign, the party scrubs in.
Editing: Aram Vartian

Important Links:
Support the show on Patreon and get access to the Character Creation Forge: https://www.patreon.com/totalpartythrill
Total Party Thrill Discord server: Come hang out with us and other fans of the show. https://discord.com/invite/GvFXnSv
TPT Character Creation Forge Codex: It's finally here! A huge thanks to all our Patreon supporters who made it possible.
Teepublic: Home of the TPT-shirt!

Contact us:
Bluesky: @totalpartythrill.bsky.social
Twitter: @TPTcast
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.totalpartythrill.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/totalpartythrill
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/totalpartythrill
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TotalPartyThrill
...more
1h 14min
December 26, 2024 TPT #387: Handling High-Level Magic & Game-Breaking Effects
I-Hsien and Shane discuss how to run and adjudicate powerful, open-ended magic, artifacts, and technology at your table. Here’s how to handle the new narrative and mechanical options that come with them, combine magical effects, and keep the game moving. And the party reconnects in the Gates of Mourning campaign.
Editing: Aram Vartian

Important Links:
Support the show on Patreon and get access to the Character Creation Forge: https://www.patreon.com/totalpartythrill
Total Party Thrill Discord server: Come hang out with us and other fans of the show. https://discord.com/invite/GvFXnSv
TPT Character Creation Forge Codex: It's finally here! A huge thanks to all our Patreon supporters who made it possible.
Teepublic: Home of the TPT-shirt!

Contact us:
Bluesky: @totalpartythrill.bsky.social
Twitter: @TPTcast
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.totalpartythrill.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/totalpartythrill
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/totalpartythrill
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TotalPartyThrill
...more
1h 1min
December 13, 2024 TPT #386: Comparing RPG Crafting Systems and Building Your Own
I-Hsien and Shane talk about what makes a robust and fun item crafting system. (Hint: Your game probably doesn’t have one.) But you can port over the best ideas to your campaign. And the party gets grim news in the Gates of Mourning campaign.
Editing: Aram Vartian

Important Links:
Support the show on Patreon and get access to the Character Creation Forge: https://www.patreon.com/totalpartythrill
Total Party Thrill Discord server: Come hang out with us and other fans of the show. https://discord.com/invite/GvFXnSv
TPT Character Creation Forge Codex: It's finally here! A huge thanks to all our Patreon supporters who made it possible.
Teepublic: Home of the TPT-shirt!

Contact us:
Bluesky: @totalpartythrill.bsky.social
Twitter: @TPTcast
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.totalpartythrill.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/totalpartythrill
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/totalpartythrill
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TotalPartyThrill
...more
1h 14min
November 28, 2024 TPT #385: How to Homebrew RPG Houserules That Your Table Won’t Hate
I-Hsien and Shane talk about how to create effective table rules to help everyone have more fun—and fix issues with your game system. And the party reunites with their oldest friend in the Gates of Mourning campaign.
Editing: Aram Vartian

Important Links:
Support the show on Patreon and get access to the Character Creation Forge: https://www.patreon.com/totalpartythrill
Total Party Thrill Discord server: Come hang out with us and other fans of the show. https://discord.com/invite/GvFXnSv
TPT Character Creation Forge Codex: It's finally here! A huge thanks to all our Patreon supporters who made it possible.
Teepublic: Home of the TPT-shirt!

Contact us:
Bluesky: @totalpartythrill.bsky.social
Twitter: @TPTcast
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.totalpartythrill.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/totalpartythrill
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/totalpartythrill
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TotalPartyThrill
...more
1h 16min

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How many episodes does Total Party Thrill: RPG Advice From Our Table to Yours have?

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