3RPG Podcast

Description: The ThreeRPG team wades into the AI debate within the creative space, and Beyond the Ticking Clock: exploring elements of tension. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 3:59 - AI in the creative space 27:25 - Elements of tension For more games stuff by Jay Underwood and other creators check out: www.tanukigames.org To see more from Sandra Rosner: https://www.twitch.tv/ladyvonfrost https://www.insta...

Description: Jay and Chris summon their co-host, Sandra, for part interview, part roast, and all around chaotic-good time. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 2:55 - Writer origin story 6:30 - The boon of collaboration 9:00 - The study of books, genres, and 'reading in 3s' 13:20 - Rereading books 14:00 - Writing dialogue & developmental editing 20:20 - Biggest misconception of being a writer 21:55 - Writi...

Description: What makes a villain we love to hate, or hate to love? In this episode, the ThreeRPG team tackles the essentials for crafting a memorable BBEG. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 6:46 - Favorite villains 12:48 - The anatomy of a great villain 24:00 - Villains in our campaigns 38:57 - How to build a villain 49:04 - A cautionary note To see more from Sandra Rosner: https://www.twitch.tv/ladyvonfro...

Description: While TTRPG's roots lie in fantasy, campaign inspiration can come from any genre and medium. In today's episode, the ThreeRPG team explore their favorite non-fantasy movies and shows as table-top settings, and what things are forbidden from their tables. movies for inspiration things not to allow at the table. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 8:31 - Movies to inspire 12:55 - Sandra's picks 20:...

Description: Modules are awesome, but what if you have a killer idea for a new campaign? Take a peek inside the creative minds of ThreeRPG as they brainstorm a playable world in real-time. Timestamps: Brainstorming 00:00 Intro 10:10 - Genre and setting 17:22 - Creating the conflict 25:20 - exploring uncommon TTRPG genres World Creation 28:19 - finding your entry point 38:53 - building out from the...

Description: While nearly every story has a hero, attempting to define this crucial element can be notoriously difficult. Join ThreeRPG for a spirited discussion on what makes a hero and how to create memorable hero moments in your campaign. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 8:10 - What is a hero? The mono myth vs other structures 15:50 - Antiheroes 18:35 - Protagonist vs. hero vs. villain 27:15 - Do hero...

Chris, Jay, and Sandra give their top 10 lists of the most overrated and underrated features in RPG for 2025. 00:00 Intro Overrated: 8:00 - #10: leveling up (Jay), perception checks (Chris), Overly Complicated fantasy names (Sandra) 16:04 - #9: nine alignment system (Chris), Rulebook rigidity (Sandra), established D20 systems (Jay) 20:53 - #8: Over-use of digital battle maps (Sandra), generic mons...

Description: Session Zero is the cornerstone of an immersive campaign, so how do you set your table up for success? In this episode, the ThreeRPG team tackles everything from group cohesion and character creation to creating a safe environment for all of your players. Content warning - This episode involves discussions on trauma, SA, and gender. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 3:52 - what is session zer...

Description: The ThreeRPG crew discusses the fine line between immersion and boredom through lore balancing. Also in this episode: It's a trap! - designing better traps and 'where blades should be drawn' - crafting memorable locations for combat. The 6 Ts - threat, trap, timer, treat, terrain, twist Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro - remembering the World of Warcraft ZG plague event 3:30 - Lore balancing...

Description: Sandra queries resident DM's, Jay and Chris, about the use of animal familiars and how to prevent them from breaking your campaign. Also in this episode: Reskinning magic to enhance lore and mechanics, and 'Going Beyond the Madness' - making barbarians interesting. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 2:35 - Animal familiars 15:54 - Reskinning magic 34:31 - Going beyond the madness - making barb...

Description: Novelist and lore writer, Sandra Rosner, joins the ThreeRPG team to discuss the use of soundtracks to elevate your RPG session, player conflict resolution mechanics, and theater of the mind gameplay vs. tactical battle maps. Good soundtracks and using music in your RPG session Player conflict resolution mechanics Theater of the mind vs. tactical battle maps Timestamps: 00:00 - Sandra...

Description: Professional DMs Chris and Jay give their impressions on the new D&D handbook, making dice rolls better with the B.A.I.T system, and methods for getting players into character. Timestamps: 0:00 - DM impressions of the new 5e D&D players hand book 11:55 - making dice rolls better B.A.I.T. - Bravado (fun), advancement, information, tension 27:09 - methods of getting into charact...

Description: Seasoned GMs Jay and Chris discuss the differences in their gaming styles and why it works for their tables. Also in this episode: the purpose of hit points and how to make them more meaningful in your campaign. Timestamps: 0:00 - Gaming styles 12:45 - Hit points 26:55 - Host projects #podcast #dungeonsanddragons #dnd #gaming #ttrpg #ttrpgcampaign #ttrpgtips #ttrpginspiration #ttrpgco...