Dungeons & Dragons Lorecast

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Crit and Sergio ring in Episode 100 with some OG D&D characters! Find out the histories between the names of some of Dungeon and Dragon's most iconic spells! DMs Guild Corner of the Week Pick: Tenser's Terrific Tome of Talents  Equip your own adventures: D&D 5th Edition Starter Set: https://amzn.to/2WgZX6O  D&D 5th Edition Players Handbook: https://amzn.to/3iRtcH4  D&D 5th Ed Monster's Manual: htt...

Crit and Sergio are joined by old friend Stuart Watkinson to discuss the lore and mechanics behind hirelings, retainers, and companions. Make sure to keep up with all of Stuart's work at his official website and keep up a copy of his amazingly fun What's So Rotten About Zombies Defending An Ancient Temple, in digital or print formats! DMs Guild Corner of the Week Pick: Cohorts and Animal Companion...

Crit sits down and talks magic items with patrons Equip your own adventures: D&D 5th Edition Starter Set: https://amzn.to/2WgZX6O  D&D 5th Edition Players Handbook: https://amzn.to/3iRtcH4  D&D 5th Ed Monster's Manual: https://amzn.to/2Eeh8Qp  38 Fantasy Miniatures: https://amzn.to/34kh6kX  Spellbook Cards (Arcane): https://amzn.to/3iRJfUo  Spellbook Cards (Cleric): https://amzn.to/2Qfrwdf  Awesom...

Sergio sits down with Adam Seats; they are the co-creater of One Night Strahd, a "remix" of the popular Curse of Strahd campaign. The discussion involves the why's and the how's of turning a campaign which can take hundreds of hours to complete into an adventure that can be run in one day, the problematic commiseration of the Strahd character, and of course some Spelljammer nerding out. Check out...

We wrap our our Ravenloft series with a look at the devil of Barovia himself, Strahd von Zarovich! How did a noble born gentleman become an evil vampire Darklord? DMs Guild Corner of the Week Pick: The Solo Adventurer's Toolbox  Equip your own adventures: D&D 5th Edition Starter Set: https://amzn.to/2WgZX6O  D&D 5th Edition Players Handbook: https://amzn.to/3iRtcH4  D&D 5th Ed Monster's Manual: ht...

Critical Role turns 7 years old this month and to celebrate, Wizards of the Coast has released an official adventure set in Exandria! Crit and Sergio dig in, giving their first impressions of the adventure as well as new monsters plus the intriguing Rival NPC game mechanic! DMsGuild Corner Pick of the Week: Darkhold: Secrets of the Zhentarim Subscribe for more Dungeons and Dragons lore content! Sp...

Barovia isn't the only locale with dangerous monsters, evil forces, and a Darklord. This week on the DnD Lorecast, we cover other Domains of Dread, giving insight into their themes and their Darklord rulers. Tons of official Ravenloft material has been made available through the DMsGuild; you can check it out here. DMsGuild Corner Pick of the Week: Captain Snowmane's Guides Cruise Through the Doma...

Crit and Sergio continue their Ravenloft series with a look at the legendary monster hunter, Rudolph van Richten. Who is the man behind all the guides aimed at protecting one from undead and unholy creatures? We dig into the tragic and terrible past of this infamous character! Tons of official Ravenloft material has been made available through the DMsGuild; you can check it out here. DMsGuild Corn...

Our monthly Patron Chat comes together this week to discuss the Satanic Panic of the 1980s and how it relates to Dungeons and Dragons. Plenty of folks thought D&D was responsible for all manner of real-life heinous acts and as a result, public backlash caused changes to the game. What were its origins? What happened as a result during that period? And what ramifications are still being felt today?...

From its humble beginnings as a single, one-off adventure to the sprawling campaign setting busting with lore it is today, Ravenloft - and its most famous inhabitant Strahd - have captured the minds and imaginations of D&D players for decades now. This episode is the first of our four part series delving into the history, characters, and lore of D&D's most gothic setting. Tons of official Ravenlof...

Weapons of Legacy is an item of legacy which has the capacity to grow in power as it’s wielder advances in level. In addition, it confers increasingly powerful special abilities on its wielder. Think Excalibur. Think The One Ring. Think... YOUR campaign. Crit and Sergio break down items of legacy; what they are, how to make one fit into your campaign, and provide some official as well as homebrew...

Dungeons and Dragons has some iconic adventures known for either their unforgettable characters, the awe -inspiring settings, or the dastardly villains. But the best of the best are known for all three. Which are your hosts' favorites from 5th edition? Find out! DMsGuild Corner Pick of the Week: Call from the Deep Subscribe for more Dungeons and Dragons lore content! Sponsors: Patreon - Support th...

Monsters of the Multiverse has arrived! But for FOUR MONTHS, it's only available as part of a boxed set which costs over $100. Is it worth buying? Should you wait? Or does the material warrant the cost? Crit and Sergio answer that question as well as give insights into what's new, what's changed, and what this book means for the future of D&D. DMsGuild Corner Pick of the Week: Monster Manual Expan...

This month's Patron Chat is a doozy! Lupus and Coffee join Sergio and discuss how to build the ideal party of any size. A three-person wrecking crew, a balanced four player team, and wacky all-Bard parties get discussed this week! Listen and find out how to make the most of your party! DMsGuild Corner Pick of the Week: So, A Cleric and Vampire Walk Into a Tavern Subscribe for more Dungeons and Dra...

The most well-known and the most powerful wizard in all Faerun gets the DnD Lorecast treatment this week as Crit and Sergio discuss Elminster. How did a simple, country boy become one of Mystra's Chosen? What incredible magic items does he have at his disposal? Find out here! DMsGuild Corner Pick of the Week: Elminster's Candlekeep Companion Mini of the Week: Van Richten's Guide to Ravenloft set S...

This episode we discuss the wildly popular Drow ranger, Drizzt Do'Urden. From their creation to their origin and everything in between, Crit and Sergio give you the lowdown on one of D&D's most enduring characters. DMsGuild Corner Pick of the Week: Drizzt Do'Urden's Guide to Combat Subscribe for more Dungeons and Dragons lore content! Sponsors: Patreon - Support the show and get early episodes, ad...

This episode we chat with some of our wonderful patrons about the end of the D&D year Subscribe for more Dungeons and Dragons lore content! Sponsors: Patreon - Support the show and get early episodes, ad-free, guest on the show, play D&D with us, and other rewards! Gamefly - Get game rentals, 2 months for the price of 1 from Gamefly. Loot Crate - Get 15% OFF Loot Crate. Green Man Gaming - Buy vide...

This episode we finish our discussion on becoming a deity. Now that your character has achieved godhood, what lies next? And as a DM, what kind of adventure can you create which will take your players' characters from a level 1 nobody to a powerful deity? Middle of the Show Mini: The Jailer DMsGuild Corner Pick of the Week: Ancestral Weapons Official DnD Lorecast Discord Support the show through...

This episode we discuss the new Strixhaven, A Curriculum of Chaos. Official DnD Lorecast Discord Support the show through Patreon and get early ad-free episodes, bonus content and much more! Sponsors: Patreon - Support the show and get early episodes, ad-free, guest on the show, play D&D with us, and other rewards! Gamefly - Get game rentals, 2 months for the price of 1 from Gamefly. Loot Crate -...

This episode we discuss how to become a god  Official DnD Lorecast Discord Support the show through Patreon and get early ad-free episodes, bonus content and much more! Sponsors: Patreon - Support the show and get early episodes, ad-free, guest on the show, play D&D with us, and other rewards! Gamefly - Get game rentals, 2 months for the price of 1 from Gamefly. Loot Crate - Get 15% OFF Loot Crat...

Crit is still working on the super secret spell so Sergio opens up some old tomes to discuss the lore behind several of Faerun's most festive celebrations. This episode is all about holidays! DMs Guild Corner of the Week: Deck the Dungeons: Heroics to Herald the Holidays Official DnD Lorecast Discord Support the show through Patreon and get early ad-free episodes, bonus content and much more! Spo...

While Crit is off working on some unknown spell, Sergio sits down with Patrons Lupus and Maverick to discuss what they are thankful for in Dungeons and Dragons. Official DnD Lorecast Discord Support the show through Patreon and get early ad-free episodes, bonus content and much more! Sponsors: Patreon - Support the show and get early episodes, ad-free, guest on the show, play D&D with us, and oth...

Crit and Sergio discuss the joy and fun of homebrew in your DnD campaign! DMs Guild Corner of the Week: One Night Strahd Official DnD Lorecast Discord Support the show through Patreon and get early ad-free episodes, bonus content and much more! Sponsors: Patreon - Support the show and get early episodes, ad-free, guest on the show, play D&D with us, and other rewards! Gamefly - Get game rentals,...

All about werewolves, werebears, wererats... if it's a were-something, the lore is discussed here! Official DnD Lorecast Discord Support the show through Patreon and get early ad-free episodes, bonus content and much more! Sponsors: Patreon - Support the show and get early episodes, ad-free, guest on the show, play D&D with us, and other rewards! Gamefly - Get game rentals, 2 months for the price...