College of Creation

Every game master has come across a situation where a player's actions require some sort of future sight. Whether they're seeking the aid of a a god, communing with the natural world, attempting their own kitbashed method of divination, players can be quite good at asking the most from their DMs. This week, Michael and Dan try to ease that burden. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email u...

Dan and Michael have talked at length about things they'd change about Dungeons and Dragons and this week, they have a chance to do something about them! This episode covers revisions for two different classes and some discourse about the changes made. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creation...

Music has a storied history within the world of Dungeons and Dragons. This week, Michael and Dan attempt to provide a more robust and universal application of music and musical instruments by dictating specific creatures that can be affected by its magic. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creat...

Druids are synonymous with the essence of nature so what happens when non-organic material becomes the centerpiece for a subclass? This week Michael takes a peek into the world of fiberoptic communication and Dan experiments with arcane fabric. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creations for fr...

Dan and Michael try a new game. In this short, two-person story, an unlikely hero seeks a win to impress his father but lands himself in a bit of a sticky situation. College of Creation is hosted by Michael Barlos (@michael_barlos on tiktok) and Dan Kok (@sirdoctork on tiktok). Intro and outro music by Fuserwolf.

7thMastery ( tiktok.com/@7thmastery ) joins Dan and Michael this week to cook up subclasses that synergize purposefully. Rogues, fighters, druids and more are present this week during an episode centered around the spirit of partnership. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creations for free at p...

Armor-bound Warlocks were the focus of this week's set of subclasses and Dan and Michael could not have created two things more different from each other. One focusing on a suit of enchanted armor and the other exploring the idea of plot armor, both warlocks are great options for any player looking for a well-protected pact caster. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcr...

Items, weapons, creatures, and more are wrapped up in this week's episode. Among other creations, Dan creates a gift with sinister mental implications and Michael brings a pair of nightmarish stuffed dolls to the table. Two squirrels are also involved If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creations...

From the depths of a black hole to the speed of a bird or a plane, Dan and Michael have created a pair of barbarians this week. Inspired by the cosmos, both subclasses capitalize on some improvements seen in the 2024 barbarian class. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creations for free at patre...

The journey of a soul can take many paths after death. This week, Dan and Michael explore how that may tie into the mechanics of the rogue and sorcerer classes. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creations for free at patreon.com/collegeofcreationpod College of Creation is hosted by Michael Barl...

Curses can be difficult to manage for both game masters and players within DnD but this week, Michael and Dan seek to make the addition of curses a bit easier for everyone. Dan tackles a new framework for how curses might be applied to items and Michael is inspired by a holiday classic. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft ver...

This week, Dan and Michael address the 2024 weapon mastery rules and give their takes on weapons that are typically ignored in favor of more optimizable choices. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creations for free at patreon.com/collegeofcreationpod College of Creation is hosted by Michael Bar...

Michael and Dan change the game this week by finding ways to change a player character's spellcasting ability. Dan comes prepared to meet the brief with both an item and a feat. Michael does not. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creations for free at patreon.com/collegeofcreationpod College of...

Michael and Dan change the game this week by finding ways to change a player character's spellcasting ability. Dan comes prepared to meet the brief with both an item and a feat. Michael does not. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creations for free at patreon.com/collegeofcreationpod College of...

Michael and Dan are not arborists but this week they pretend to be. Allowing his research to shine. Dan uses rollable tables full of tree species to dictate how his creations operate. Michael cooks smokea meat. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creations for free at patreon.com/collegeofcreatio...

There are plenty of ways to manipulate the flow of battle in Dungeons and Dragons but Dan and Michael try their hands at adding a few extra! From binding spells to golf clubs, we're modifying history with these creations. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creations for free at patreon.com/colle...

Translating modern technology into sword and sorcery equipment is challenging but tht doesn't mean Dan and Michael won't give it a shot! This week, Michael explores nanotech and photography while Dan makes items for all classes to enjoy. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creations for free at p...

Michael and Dan focus their attention on game terminology this week, crafting creatures inspired by terms doled out by the TTRPG community. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creations for free at patreon.com/collegeofcreationpod College of Creation is hosted by Michael Barlos (@michael_barlos o...

Back together and creating in the original format for the first time in a few weeks, Dan and Michael take a look at spells that place emphasis on somatic components. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creations for free at patreon.com/collegeofcreationpod College of Creation is hosted by Michael...

For the first time, Dan and Michael invite guests onto the show! Taylor and Justin from So You Wanna be a Dungeon Master(linktr.ee/soyouwannabeadm) stop by to create their own sets of magical food. Eight creations in total, all of which are unique and ready to be dropped right into your home game. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the firs...

This week, Michael and Dan revisit another set of old prompts, providing updates to their creations from episodes six through ten. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creations for free at patreon.com/collegeofcreationpod College of Creation is hosted by Michael Barlos (@michael_barlos on tiktok)...

Welcome to an extra special College of Creation! Instead of working separately, Dan and Michael join forces to create a brand new subclass: The Wrestler. Listen to hear this fun experiment in brainstorming and collaboration! If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creations for free at patreon.com/co...

Marking their twentieth episode with an ode to how the show started, Michael and Dan look back at episodes 1 through 5 and revise their original drafts. This week, they provide updates to their magic absorbing sorcerers, HP siphoning barbarians, monk feats, fighters' blocks, and level-scaling items. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the fi...

This week, Michael and Dan are back to present subclasses. This time for a monk that somehow utilizes lightning and/or thunder! Dan is inspired by comic books and Michael is inspired by internal electricity. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creations for free at patreon.com/collegeofcreationpo...

Working with one of the more specific prompts to date, Michael and Dan turn their attention towards ammunition. While Dan gives a fun gift to each class, Michael spends all of his time talking about clerics. If you have homebrew prompts or questions, email us at collegeofcreationpod@gmail.com Access the first draft versions of Dan and Michael's creations for free at patreon.com/collegeofcreationpo...