The Obojima Podcast

New subclasses are back on the menu! Today we brainstorm the CAT FIGHTER and whatever that could mean. Check out our newest kickstarter, Obojima: Tales from Yatamon here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1985games/obojima-tales-from-yatamon Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D...

In fantasy, magic is often explained as innate natural properties, cataclysmic accidents, or otherworldly forces. Where does magic come from in Obojima? Check out our newest kickstarter, Obojima: Tales from Yatamon here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1985games/obojima-tales-from-yatamon Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whims...

In Obojima, the city of Yatamon has a storied history of magic. What spells exist in and because of an urban setting? What city-related issues can be solved with a creative use of magic? Check out our newest kickstarter, Obojima: Tales from Yatamon here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1985games/obojima-tales-from-yatamon Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch an...

In Obojima, the Fish-Head Coven is well fleshed out, but what about the Tall Hats? Can we flesh out their lore in an hour? Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Subscribe to the Of...

How do vehicles work in TTRPGs? Can we make an engaging vehicle combat system? Let's find out! Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Subscribe to the Official Obojima channel H...

In the book we mention the Greenward Path, but what is it? Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Subscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Obojima Ne...

In Obojima you can play as the Oni Bloodline Sorcerer. Are there other Oni in the world? What's their deal? Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Subscribe to the Official Oboj...

What does it mean to have a lucky character? How do you gamify a concept like luck? Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Subscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE: https://ww...

What is in the Spirit Realm? What happens to players when they adventure there? Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Chapters: 00:00:00 What do we know about The Spirit Realm? 00:...

Today we come up with a new Obojima location, Onaka. This is a starter town near Okiri Village that players can explore! Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Chapters: 00:00:00 Wh...

Who actually lives in the Tall Grass? What is their society like and how do they travel? Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Chapters: 00:00:00 Who are the stiltwalkers? 00:07:30...

Today the writers of Obojima recommend TV shows, Anime and movies to get you in the right mindset for your game. We talk character inspirations, worldbuilding tips, and how to make memorable stories. Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind...

Does your world have sports or games? How do you determine how these games are played? Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Chapters: 00:00:00 What is the tournament? 00:08:47 Wha...

Behold the Fumoshiki, a ritual caster subclass who belongs to the Konotori, a group of people who take care of spiritual imbalances in Obojima. Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book...

How do you play a Psi Warrior or World Tree Barbarian in Obojima? Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Chapters: 00:00:00 Can we adapt vanilla subclasses? 00:01:52 The Path of the...

Can a D&D subclass feature monster collection mechanics? How can these monsters affect the character? Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writer Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Chapters: 00:00:00 What is the idea for the subclass?...

For today's challenge we try to create an Obojima adventure in one episode! Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writer Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Chapters: 00:00:00 Can we do it in 40 minutes? 00:01:45 Where does it start? 00:11:...

Can the power of fish turn the tide of battle? Can you play as Aquaman? Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writer Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Chapters: 00:00:00 Exploring the fisherman subclass? 00:11:23 What are the fisherman's...

Can monsters organize? What is the collective goal of a group of monsters? Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writer Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Chapters: 00:00:00 Can monsters organize? 00:05:16 Exploring demon led factions 00:1...

What kind of spirit is irredeemably evil? How do you deal with demons in Obojima? Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writer Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Chapters: 00:00:00 What do we know about demons? 00:09:57 The Eye Demon 00:18...

What does a boom box look like in D&D? What other modern tech can be adapted into Obojima? Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writer Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Chapters: 00:00:00 What do we know about first age tech? 00:07:2...

We've all played a boring TTRPG chase scene. What steps can we take to make it more engaging? Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writer Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Chapters:00:00:00 How do chase scenes normally work?00:13:28...

How do you make a spell feel in-world? What would you consider a non-Obojima spell? Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Chapters: 00:00:00 Where do Obojima spells come from? 00:0...

What goods and trinkets lay in the Yatamon witches market? What could the traveling kiosk be selling? Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Chapters: 00:00:00 What does the market...

What mysteries are in an adandoned subway tunnel in a fantasy world? Let's write! Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book! Chapters: 00:00:00 What is the Yatamon Subway 00:03:18 W...