Inter-Party Conflict

We decided to break from format a bit this week, and instead of answering questions we just spent the time hanging out and talking. And of course it turned into another one of Gabe's rants- this time, it's all about the "legendary" monster, the Tarrasque. No questions this week! Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/...

In this episode, we talk about how much combat is too much, whether or not to sit your players down for a chat, and how it feels to lose a connection to the magic of the universe. Come along for the ride! Question(s) discussed: 1. How much combat is too much? 2. As the DM, is it a good idea to sit the players down and have a discussion of the campaign so far? 3. If a spellcaster enters an anti-mag...

This week we bring you a very special guest, and we discuss narrative-focused games, city building, and how long you should stick with a group you aren't enjoying. Come on over! Question(s) discussed: 1. What is your take on Narrative focused games (FATE, Cortex) vs Genre Simulation (5E, Runequest, Eclipse Phase), vs hybrid models (13th Age, Dungeon World). 2. What sort of exercises or methods do...

In this episode, we discuss critical hits of all kinds, and how long elves need to rest. Come along for the ride! Question(s) discussed: 1. How do you handle critical rolls? What are some other good ideas? 2. Does the elven racial Trance ability allow them to get the benefits of an eight-hour Long Rest in only four hours? Why or why not? Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www...

Welcome to the scariest episode of Inter-Party Conflict! This episode is about one thing and one thing only- how to run a scary game. So come along with us, and don't mind the screams- you get used to them eventually. Question(s) discussed: 1. What do you think about a Horror themed campaign? And do you have any tips for running one? Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.int...

In this episode, we have to very special guests- Grant and Chris from the Hearty Dice Friends! The four of us discuss playing at conventions, improvisation, genres/settings that have never been done, and making demon possession fun (plus a little bit of flirting with a dragon). This episode was a ton of fun to make, and I hope you have fun listening! Question(s) discussed: 1. Have you ever played...

Today we've got another interview episode- this time with Tom Russell, board game designer at Hollandspiele.com! And if you listen to this episode, we've got a link to an online survey about our podcast- take it, and you'll get two of Tom's games just to say thanks! No questions this episode! Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: ww...

In this episode of Inter-Party Conflict, we talk about making curses that really matter, and how much goofing is acceptable. Also, Ball of Arms Man. Question(s) discussed: 1. How do you make diseases and curses interesting in your games? How do you balance making the party fear the effects of a curse or disease without making the effects too debilitating? 2. Which tone do you prefer in campaigns,...

In this episode, we talk about how to end a long campaign properly, spells with indistinct effects, and a whole mess of off-topic movie references. Come check us out! Question(s) discussed: 1. How should I go about ending a long campaign? 2. What is the area of effect for spells like Heat Metal? Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter:...

In this episode, we talk about madness tables, mass combat, and how to run a chase scene. Come check us out! Question(s) discussed: 1. What's your opinion on and how would you handle having a war going on in your campaign? 2. How do you go about dealing with chases in your campaign? Do you use the rules on page 252 of the 5e DMG, or do you homebrew it, improv it, or maybe even use a skill challeng...

Welcome back, listeners! This episode is about unwinnable battles, DM screens, and whether or not you should roll for stats. Question(s) discussed: 1. What are some tips on running a battle the players are meant to lose or cannot win for story purposes? 2. DM screens. What's your opinion on them? Also, when should the DM roll out in the open and when/how should you keep certain rolls secret? 3. Ro...

Check out episode 35 of Inter-Party Conflict! Only one question this week- all about deities and pantheons. Question(s) discussed: 1. How do you go about creating a pantheon? Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/ And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/...

It's a bonus live episode of Inter-Party Conflict! Rather than stick to our usual topic, however, for this episode we took questions about how to make and release a podcast. It was recorded on August 21st, 2017 at the Garden City Library in Garden City Michigan. Enjoy! Question(s) discussed: 1. Do podcasts have to be about games? 2. What is a podcast, and where do you access them? 3. Where did you...

Welcome to Inter-Party Conflict, the podcast where we answer your questions so you can have the best tabletop gaming experience possible! Question(s) discussed: 1. Called shots in 5e, should I include them, and, if so, how should they work? 2. Why do you think so many gaming groups have issues with showing up on time? Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict....

Come listen to Gabe interview indie game designer Tim Kleinert, creator of The Mountain Witch! No questions this week! Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/ And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord

Welcome to Inter-Party Conflict, where the rules are made up and the points don't matter! Question(s) discussed: 1. Which do you prefer and/or think is better, a more grounded campaign that mostly sticks to one location like a city or a campaign where the party is traveling to different places a lot? 2. Awarding inspiration- when should I do that? Help me inspire others! Contact us: InterPartyConf...

Where do you get inspiration from? Question(s) discussed: 1. How/where do you find inspiration for creating content? How should I borrow from other sources without being accused of simply stealing stuff? Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/ And joi...

It's episode 30 of Inter-Party Conflict- and this time with a very special guest, Justin from Crit Academy! Question(s) discussed: 1. What do you think of just playing with a group of strangers on something like Roll20? 2. What are some good ways of turning a massive amount of wealth a character acquired into worth while plot hooks? In other words, how can they use that money to drive the story? 3...

In this episode, we talk about exorcisms, hammers, and how to build interesting encounters. Come check us out! Question(s) discussed: 1. Have you used any rituals or exorcism style encounters and have any tips or know of any good resources for ideas on how to design them? 2. How can a DM effectively deal with monsters with multiple abilities/skills? 3. What are some general tips for running a comb...

Come listen to episode 28 of Inter-Party Conflict! We're chock full of good ideas. What is a "chock", anyway? Question(s) discussed: 1. What are some ways to show players that alignment is not a concrete thing and to stop hastily making assumptions when they see a monster? 2. What are some tools or resources you use to help run a game? Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.i...

Come check out the newest episode of Inter-Party Conflict! We discuss responsibility and tact, like good upstanding murderhobos. Question(s) discussed: 1. As the DM is it my responsibility to make sure characters are playing to the best of their ability or should I let the other party members sort that out? Should I run combat encounters in a more forgiving manner or play on the side of realism? 2...

It's episode 26, and we're talking about initiative, character depth, planning campaigns, and more. Come check us out! Question(s) discussed: 1. What is the best way to go about finding or starting a game? 2. Are there any methods you can recommend to make rolling for initiative simpler? Also have you ever had a DM or been a DM who keeps forgetting a player's turn frequently and is there a trick t...

Come listen to episode 25 of Inter-Party Conflict! And while you're at it, wish my dog a happy birthday. Question(s) discussed: 1. Should the DM fudge dice rolls, and if so, when is it appropriate? 2. How do you address a DM who you feel has ruined an encounter by not so discreetly fudging rolls? 3. Are there any elements of D&D that you don't think fit into the setting? 4. What are your thoughts...

It's another episode of Inter-Party Conflict! We talk about three things in this episode: Feats, Illusions, and meeting an untimely death. Question(s) discussed: 1. How do you feel about how 5e handles feats? I haven't had a chance to read through all the options available. Do you think their benefits outweigh that of ability score improvements? 2. Illusions - how do they work, and when are they u...

It's episode 23 of Inter-Party Conflict! We're talking party composition, frogs, and sweet, sweet moolah. Come on down! Question(s) discussed: 1. Is there an ideal balance for party composition in 5th edition? 2. How do I figure out what sort of character works for me? 3. What is your opinion on DMs who request payment for their services? Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: ww...