It’s A Mimic!

Passions can flare up, and it’s not always easy to maintain a cool head, so what do you do?  On this episode of the It’s A Mimic! podcast, the panel of Dungeon Masters takes the time to get meta and look at what issues can appear around the table, and not just HOW to handle the issues, but WHY they might exist in the first place.  The name of the game is compromise and the goal is fun, so the DM’s...

The panel of Dungeon Masters sits down to look at the last of the big mobs in 5e: the kobold.  From lairs to tactics to personalities, the three DM’s analyze the strengths and weaknesses of these little dragon people.  But is it all just comedy or target practice? In this episode of the It’s A Mimic! podcast, Adam, Terry, and Megan look at what makes the little creatures tick.  Topics include thei...

The nerdiest of nerds, the wizard is one of the most powerful and versatile classes in 5e, and this week the panel of Dungeon Masters digs into three of the subclasses in the Player’s Handbook.  As the DM’s struggle to stay on topic and talk about their likes and dislikes of the class, they break down Abjurers, Diviners, and Illusionists. Terry, Dan, and Adam channel their inner savants and discus...

All Gumdrop wanted was to get Santa's autograph.  And all Bindlewich wanted was to get drunk.  But the fate of Christmas is now at stake, and it's up to one Gnome Bard and one Halfling Rogue/Ranger to brave all the horrors between their cozy pub in Tinkerville and the distant North Pole.  From chaos in the streets, to a perilous journey through the mountains, and all the way through Santa's Worksh...

Who's got the charm and the power to back up claims of limitless power?  Who's the slick caster using points to modify spells and even regain spell slots?  Who has the the single greatest subclass mechanic that can add some hilarious randomness to your game?  Which caster has the easiest entry requirement (ie; birth)?  Who has the theme from Shaft stuck in their head?  Okay, that last one was me,...

In this special Christmas edition of a Mailbag episode, Adam, Dan, & Terry try their best to answer your questions about everything from Dungeon & Dragons 5th Edition to what makes them so damned awesome. Questions were submitted by: @alexander_anotherskip_davis @avatar_idalia @breakyourheroes @colton_adrian @cluelessgamemaster @eldentenner @its.me.jon.snus @kickasslaura @pepperina_sparklegem @ser...

How can you motivate characters to commit to dangerous plans? How can you keep players around the table engaged? And how can you instill the most fun and satisfaction possible without just turning on the It's A Mimic! podcast? Simple: Loot and rewards! In this episode of the podcast, the panel of Dungeon Masters look at positive reinforcement beyond gold and magic items. From experience points to...

Prepare yourself to leave your body behind and forget your consciousness into a new state of being while listening to this episode of the It's A Mimic! podcast. This week the panel of Dungeon Masters explore everything from the strange, shifting environment to the bizarre denizens and dangers of the transitive plane known as The Astral Sea! But is it all just fog and swirls pools of colour? The an...

In this episode of the It's a Mimic! podcast, the panel of Dungeon Masters discuss the collector-dragons of Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, the Blue Dragons while also discussing their growth from egg to ancient and the powers and personalities as those tiny baby blues become the monstrous master of the sands and storms; every ones favorite Thunder Lizards, the Blue Dragons. On-Air Shoutout: @dung...

In this episode of the It’s a Mimic! podcast, the panel of Dungeon Masters discard the idea of simple Hit Point management in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, and look at what other parts of a character sheet can be vulnerable and manipulated. Stat damage, stolen items, and more await you in this latest episode. There's more to threaten just a character's life force, and Adam, Terry, and Dan offer...

In this episode of the It's A Mimic! podcast, the panel of Dungeon Masters embraces the bastard child of the mob-type monsters: Gnolls.  Between their rich lore, strong stats, and insane allies, gnolls easily stick out as one of the least fan-appreciated aspects of Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, and the DM's decide to pour their love and affection onto these horrifyingly brutal hyena-men. With a...

In this week's episode of the It's A Mimic! podcast, the panel of Dungeon Masters heads out of the city and into the untamed wilderness of Dungeons & Dragons to discover all they can about what makes Rangers a worthwhile class to play.  After breaking down the basic class, they explore the Hunter and Beast Master subclasses, and then discuss the Revised Ranger option from Unearthed Arcana.  As usu...

Today's episode of the It's A Mimic! podcast focuses on the metal warriors that radiate righteousness and lay the smackdown with the power of their smites: Paladins.  In Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, the paladin is no longer bound by alignments, or even gods, and the panel of Dungeon Masters stop to look at what that means for the classic holy knights. Dan, Adam, and Megan each take a close look...

The dust has settled on the campaign and its finally Halloween.   But, since the story is finished (for now), the group has decided to sit down and decompress after having all of the bejeebuses scared right out of us.   So sit back, relax, and enjoy the nervous laughs and horrified reminiscing of a campaign barely survived.   Using the Call of Cthulhu 7e ruleset, the cast of the It's A Mimic! podc...

Happy Halloween! This special episode of the It's A Mimic! podcast is all about the Great Old Ones, and how they might impact a Dungeons & Dragons 5th Campaign if they're adapted directly from the Cthulhu Mythos. Intern Dave joins Dan and Adam to break down twelve Lovecraftian Gods, cosmic beings, and more in this spooky special on All Hallows Eve special. GODS: Atlach-Nacha Cthulhu Shudde M'Ell Y...

In this episode of the It's A Mimic! podcast, the panel of Dungeon Masters breaks down their favourite genre: Horror.  It's one of the most difficult tones to hit around the table, so each of the DM's explain their methods and perspectives, and shine a little light on the darkest of campaign types. Exploration is key when it comes to injecting horror and dread into a D&D campaign, and Adam, Dan, a...

Chanting fills the air, and as the desperate group of survivors tries to call for as much help as possible, the forces of evil regroup.  Survival is unlikely and by the end of this final episode, lives will be lost. Whose blood will freeze in the town of Radiance, and will these frightened few investigators be able to stay sane long enough to find help? Using the Call of Cthulhu 7e ruleset, the ca...

The Keeper of Arcane Secrets has deigned to illuminate your mortal consciousness with the history of Radiance, Yukon.  Who is Mayor Sullivan?  Where did Wash and Bernice come from?  Why does the tribe remove their ears?  And who slumbers beneath the lake?  Before you explore the final episode, learn the answers to these questions and more, and prepare to bask in the final light that dances around...

The penultimate episode of the series sees Charity and Detective Noir lead a group of strangers out of town, while Gunther, Rip, and Gertie search for the capacitor for the radio.  But one group stumbles upon a gathering of foul intent, while the other group gets ambushed by a figure in the shadows. Fire, gunshots, and explosions abound as the sleepy town of Radiance is reduced to near ruins, and...

In this episode of the It's A Mimic! podcast, the panel of Dungeon Masters sit down and discuss the darkest plane: The Shadowfell.  From mood and atmosphere to encounter ideas and campaign hooks, the DM's peer into the mists and unveil the mysteries behind everyone's favourite gothic horror setting.  Topics include who created the Shadowfell, The Raven Queen, and the Greek Fates! The discussion wr...

Barricading themselves into the radio tower brings both danger and opportunity for the small group of survivors, but as the mob of cult members grows near and an abomination prepares to attack, a figure peers out from the shadows, watching... Using the Call of Cthulhu 7e ruleset, the cast of the It's A Mimic! podcast sit down with three others and explore cosmic horrors in the frozen wilderness in...

In this special, Adam takes you down the River Styx and on a quick tour of The Nine Hells of Baator in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition. 0 - The River Styx 1 - Avernus, Zariel and Bel 2 - Dis, Dispater 3 - Minauros, Mammon 4 - Phlegethos, Fierna and Belial 5 - Stygia, Levistus 6 - Malbolge, Glasya 7 - Maladomini, Baalzebul 8 - Cania, Mephistopheles 9 - Nessus, Asmodeus Shoutout: @the.zombie.knight (...

The small group of survivors makes a mad dash for the courthouse, hoping to find some answers, some supplies, and some refuge.  But will the courthouse provide more questions than clues? And who else lurks within its walls? There is barely an opportunity to breathe as they split up to search the darkness, and discover one horror after another... Using the Call of Cthulhu 7e ruleset, the cast of th...

Back in Black! The panel of Dungeon Masters is back with a look at Black Dragons in 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons. These sadistic creatures rise from their wretched lairs and will melt your face with the horrid spew that erupts from their ghastly maws. But enough about our hosts... There is a wealth of information about Black Dragons, and the DM's cover lairs and regional effects, social and en...

The Deep Dark sets in, casting an eerie glow on the small town as the five frightened visitors return, only to find it too quiet for their liking.  But before they can regroup and restock, a series of strange encounters emphasize the fact that this small group of investigators are in over their heads, and there is no clear path to survival... Using the Call of Cthulhu 7e ruleset, the cast of the I...