Mythras Matters

In this episode,  I share my random thoughts about the glorious theists; I explain how to choose the best magic for your character; I bring extreme weather of the UK into your adventures and provide an insight into how I keep multiple campaign worlds going  <sharp intake of breath> Welcome to Mythras Matters Podcast Season 1, episode 83: Choosing Magic and Extreme Weather SHOW Links: Use COU...

In this episode, I welcome back Matt and Peter, who help me understand how to fight when the odds are stacked against you, and you are faced with multiple opponents with only your 2 or 3 action points  Welcome to Mythras Matters Podcast Season 1 episode 82 - Six against one is easier than it seems! SHOW Links: Book of Schemes: DriveTruRPG   The Design Mechanism Store Old Bones Publishing Dice and...

In this episode, I will be welcoming new players and GMs to the world of Mythras by sharing five pieces of advice that will make your transition to the ruleset easier than rolling a d100. I tackle the thorny topic of AI, examine how we could use it to support our campaigns, and ask whether it's a good idea. Welcome to Mythras Matters Podcast Season 1 episode 81 - Tackling AI and learning Myth...

In this episode I have a chat with two combat experts! I'm joined by Matt and Peter from the Discord as they lead me through how to deliver effective combats in Mythras.   Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1 episode 80 - More than just clashing swords! SHOW Links: Dice and Design Fanzine! - https://inwils-newsletter.beehiiv.com/ Campaign Toolkits - https://www.youtube.com/@inwils/join Podcast...

In this episode, we venture into the realm of the virtual tabletop as we explore the limitations of grids and distances.   Welcome to Mythras Matters Podcast Season 1 episode 79 - It's time to ditch that pesky grid! SHOW Links: Dice and Design Fanzine! - https://inwils-newsletter.beehiiv.com/ Podcast on YouTube RPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop ☕ Become a RPG supporter (Ko-Fi)  ➡➡ htt...

In this episode, I try to exercise my creative muscles as I talk about how I use inspiration from books and films to create ideas for campaigns and how I create NPCs so they have enough life to live, but I feel I haven't wasted time if the party pass them by. Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1, Episode 78 - Creating from inspirations and easy but believable NPCs SHOW Links: Podcast on YouTub...

I n this episode, I have all my questions about sorcery answered as I am joined by Raleel, who talks me through spell casting, the difference between magnitude and intensity and how to embed sorcery into any campaign.  Welcome to Mythras Matters, Season 1 episode 77 - Casting and creating sorcery and sorcerers. SHOW Links: Podcast on YouTube RPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop ☕ Become a RPG...

In this episode, I quiz the rules guru, Matt Egar, about movement in combat as we unpick all the various ideas, concepts, and rules.  Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1 episode 76 - Gait, charging and moving in combat. SHOW Links: Podcast on YouTube RPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop ☕ Become a RPG supporter (Ko-Fi)  ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils ☕ Become a RPG supporter (Patreon)  ➡➡ https...

In this episode, I delve into libraries and databases to explore the importance of the legwork phase. I need help sorting out my sorcerers, and I share my new credit system for M-Space.  Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1 episode 75 - Leg day, credits and sorting sorcery. SHOW Links: Podcast on YouTube RPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop ☕ Become a RPG supporter (Ko-Fi)  ➡➡ https://ko-fi.co...

In this episode, I have a chat with Adept_Austin from the Discord as he introduces me to the heart of roleplaying and how GMs and players can introduce it to their sessions. Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1 episode 74 - The heart of roleplaying with Adept Austin SHOW Links: Podcast on YouTube RPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop ☕ Become a RPG supporter (Ko-Fi)  ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils...

In this episode, Lawrence Whitaker tells us about all the new publications that will be coming in 25/26.  Welcome to Mythras Matters podcast Season 1 episode 73 - All good things come to those who wait. New M-Space Campaign: https://www.worldanvil.com/w/voltaris-4207-inwils Behind the Scenes: https://youtu.be/X39jz8crfeI SHOW Links: Podcast on YouTube RPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop ☕ Be...

In this episode, I will explore how Mother Nature can contribute to any campaign, from creating characters and NPCs to travelling in the extremes of the weather. Welcome to Mythras Matters Podcast Season 1 episode 26 - Dealing with the forces of Nature New M-Space Campaign: https://www.worldanvil.com/w/voltaris-4207-inwils Behind the Scenes: https://youtu.be/X39jz8crfeI SHOW Links: Podcast on YouT...

In this episode, I needed some help with my sci-fi campaign, so I asked Mike to guide me through creating a space-age campaign in easy steps.  Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1 episode 71 - Creating a Sci-Fi campaign - starting with strong foundations SHOW Links: Podcast on YouTube RPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop ☕ Become a RPG supporter (Ko-Fi)  ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils ☕ Become a...

In this episode, I have some super exciting news for all you Classic Fantasy fans. And believe me, it is very exciting - so exciting that I ran out of synonyms for fantastic to use when I heard about it.  Welcome to Mythras Matters Podcast Season 1 episode 70 - Epic Classic Fantasy News! SHOW Links: Podcast on YouTube RPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop ☕ Become a RPG supporter (Ko-Fi)  ➡➡ h...

In this episode, I am joined by John Snead, the creator of After the Vampire Wars and World United, as we discuss his inspiration for both campaign settings.  Welcome to Mythras Matters ~Podcast Season 1 episode 69- after the vampire wars and Worlds United SHOW Links: Podcast on YouTube RPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop ☕ Become a RPG supporter (Ko-Fi)  ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils ☕ Becom...

In this episode, the master of horror, Matt Egar, guides us through creating a horror campaign. Welcome to the Mythras Matters podcast, Season 1, Episode 68 - Be Afraid, Be Very Afraid! SHOW Links: Podcast on YouTube RPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop ☕ Become a RPG supporter (Ko-Fi)  ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwils ☕ Become a RPG supporter (Patreon)  ➡➡ https://www.patreon.com/c/inwils Suppor...

In this episode, I provide activities for all new players and I ask for your opinions about using luck in combat.  Welcome to Mythras Matters podcast Season 1, episode 67 - Activities for new players and using those luck points SHOW Links: Podcast on YouTube RPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop Supporter of Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/266482/support TDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi...

In this episode, I conclude my series on orders by sharing some ideas about restrictions. I propose a new rule to help me in a zombie apocalypse, and I share some ways to embed your NPCs into your campaigns.   Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1, Episode 66 - Secret Societies and Unforgettable NPCs. "Hi, my name is ........ (on Discord etc) My favourite publication is ........ because...... M...

In this episode, I look back at the content of 2024, ask about your favourite combat specials and explore the possible benefits an order can provide both the players and the GM.  Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1 Episode 65 - Flurries, Protection, and Order Benefits. SHOW Links: Podcast on YouTube RPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop Supporter of Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/266482/su...

In this episode, we chat with Marx Pyles about their first encounter with Mythras, discuss strategies to help new players, and celebrate the long-awaited Unearthed Companion. Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1, episode 64 - Introducing New Players to Mythras SHOW Links: Podcast on YouTube Marx's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@cabbitCrossing Marx's Website: https://marxpyle.co...

In this episode, I discuss joining orders and guilds and explore whether your character could be head-hunted. I also seek advice on implementing a calendar and seasons into my campaign and ask a question to all you armour enthusiasts about something that constantly puzzles me about combat. Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1, Episode 63—Seasonal weather and escaping those orders. SHOW Links: Podca...

In this episode, I want to look at the hidden stories of most campaigns, try to help those large monsters that lack intelligence and start my quest to understand orders.  Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1 Episode 62 - Orders, Hidden stories and lumbering monsters SHOW Links: Podcast on YouTube NEW adventures and encounters! - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop TDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/...

In this episode, I am joined by Lawrence Whitaker as he discusses the updates that we can expect in 2024/25. I share your comments from episode 60 and suggest we need a new skill in Mythras. Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1, Episode 61—time to tease you with forthcoming publications! SHOW Links: Podcast on YouTube NEW adventures and encounters! - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop TDM Newsletter lin...

In this episode, we are going to talk about the most important aspect of any role-playing game magic! I suggest some important skills your character should always have, and I challenge you with combat traits.  Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1, Episode 60 - Why not give magic a chance? SHOW Links: NEW adventures and encounters! - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop TDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi...

In this episode, I chat with Kat, a successful novelist, blog writer and the creator of the design mechanism's newsletter. Welcome to Mythras Matters Podcast Season 1 Episode 59 - Writing and GMing. SHOW Links: TDM Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/83c3eb6dab02/the-design-mechanism-news  TDM Blog: https://thedesignmechanism.com/blog/ StormBringer: The Isgradine Trilogy https://a.co/d/09YLE8...