Complicated Opportunities: A Cosmere RPG Podcast

Welcome back to Complicated Opportunities! This week we are joined by one of the players in the Celebrity One Shot: Edgedancing Through Life!  Hear how she got started in Cosmere Content Creation and joined the Celebrity One Shot by Tyler from Shard of Opportunity.  We discuss her past with TTRPGs, how she came up with her character, and how the adventure went from her perspective.  This was an ab...

Welcome back to Complicated Opportunities! We know you had fun with those interviews, but now it’s time to get back to your intrepid GMs.  Here it is, Stonewalkers.  Kyle and Irving are back to discuss the CANON adventure that Brotherwise Games wrote in conjunction with Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells.  Join us as we discuss the lore reveals, adventure structure, and book layout.  Ever wonder what...

Welcome back to Complicated Opportunities! We had so much fun interviewing Ross, we did another interview! We are joined by Carsen Potter & Jonathan Bowe, two of the GMs from Nexus.  We discuss what it was like running games at a convention where you are surrounded by Cosmere fans.  We get into the adventures, exciting moments, and interesting player interactions.  We shoot the breeze in a rel...

Welcome back to Complicated Opportunities! We have our first interview! Join us this week as we interview the man, the myth, the LEGEND….Ross Leiser Senior Designer with Brotherwise Games.  We go through Ross’s history with TTRPGs and how he ended up at Brotherwise Games.  We also discuss developing for the Cosmere RPG, his favorite builds, and designing in Brandon Sanderson’s magic systems.  This...

Welcome back to Complicated Opportunities! Last week we discussed some of the adventures that are out there for you to run.  This week our intrepid GMs review some of the tools that can help you prepare to run your adventure.  We discuss maps from <insert name>, Dungeon Draft, and note apps.  We also shout out some other creators and their podcast videos.  Whether you are looking for quick i...

Welcome back to Complicated Opportunities! We interrupt your regularly numbered episodes to bring this breaking episode! We are back from Nexus!  Irving and Kyle both got to run games for Brotherwise!  We break down our time running the game, Kyle running the Epic Stormlight game, and meeting most of the Shard of Opportunity (and each other) in person! Games, food, and stories abound. Join us as w...

Welcome back to another episode of Complicated Opportunities! Last week we discussed running your campaigns and starting at higher levels.  This week, we are getting into some of the published content! Kyle and Irving gave themselves homework and built characters with the Level 0 First Step! We also have a high level discussion about the Level 1 Bridge 9 Adventure.  Finally, we discuss the Stormli...

Welcome back to another episode of Complicated Opportunities! Last week we covered the Plot Die and how to get started running the game.  This week we are discussing Mass Warfare! (honestly not much on it), campaigns, and starting at higher levels. Who doesn’t want to start the game with Shardplate? Join us as your intrepid GMs walk you through campaign ideas, canon, and leveling up. Do you want t...

Welcome back to another episode of Complicated Opportunities! Now that we’ve covered the player focused chapters, let’s dive into actually running the game. We know you’re all here to hear Irving talk quite passionately about his opinions on the Plot Die, but we’ll also help you familiarize yourself on when to use it, how to run the game in general, and how to build meaningful encounters. Make sur...

Welcome back to another episode of Complicated Opportunities! Fast or slow turn? Join us this week as we discuss the major scene types of the Cosmere RPG.  We break down the initiative system (Spoiler, Kyle loves it!) and the mechanics of Combat, Conversations, & Endeavors.  Whether it is planning an assassination mission, talking down an enemy, or taking a fast turn and busting some skulls we...

Welcome back to another episode of Complicated Opportunities! This week we return to discuss items, goals, and rewards!  Whether it is swearing an ideal, hunting down your arch enemy, facing your deepest fears, or challenging someone to a duel, we discuss how accomplishing your goals can get you cool stuff!  Join us as we discuss everything from money to Ideals, working for some awesome NPCS and e...

Welcome back to another episode of Complicated Opportunities! Last week you picked your Radiant Order…now let’s talk about the Surges you gain access to when swearing your ideals.  Whether it is transporting across the battlefield, setting fire to air itself, or taking to the sky, let’s discuss how the magic system of Stormlight looks in the Cosmere RPG.     Tell us your favorite surge in the comm...

Welcome back to another episode of Complicated Opportunities! Life Before Death, Strength Before Weakness, Journey Before Destination, let’s swear the First Ideal!  This week, we will be discussing Radiant Orders. Join us as we review and discuss the Radiant Paths available for each player and their characters.  We break down how each path is unique and some of the talents exclusive to the differe...

Welcome back to another episode of Complicated Opportunities! This week, we will be tackling Heroic Paths. Join us as we review and discuss the Heroic Paths available for each player and their characters.  We break down how each path is unique and some of the key talents.  So bring up Demiplane, crack open your handbook, and let’s decide what character you will be!   Let us know in the comments wh...

Join us this week as we review some tips for running your Session 0 & start reviewing the Stormlight Handbook.  We cover character creation and stats.   Thanks for listening! Follow us on Instagram @complicatedopportunites Listen to our podcasts on: Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/complicated-opportunities/id184343689 Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/4O8WAJzWbH3Gy...

Welcome back! This week we will be tackling what is the Cosmere RPG.  Join us as we cover the basics of the RPG and how it differs from other systems.  We discuss what it is, where to buy it, and some of our favorite parts about the RPG.     P.S. Please forgive Kyle’s audio dropping at the end of some of the sentences/words.  We think we have it fixed going forward.

Step into the Cosmere like never before. This podcast explores the Cosmere Roleplaying Game from a GMs Perspective—bringing Brandon Sanderson’s worlds to your tabletop. From character creation and Radiants to unique mechanics like the Plot Die, initiative, and endeavors, we break down the rules, share GM strategies, and offer campaign prompts to spark your imagination.   Whether you’re a veteran s...