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Crack open your Core Rulebook, dump stat Charisma, and calibrate your resolve points—because it's time to roll initiative against entropy itself with the Starfinder Galaxy Guide, where space is weird, and the rules are weirder. This episode is brought to you by Dungeon Flow —because your players will never know you prepped their dungeon during the loading screen of Baldur's Gate 3. In this multidi...

If your evil character isn't at least  pretending to be helpful, they're not evil—they're just unemployed. In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, the hosts dive deep into the dark, morally murky world of evil characters in tabletop RPGs. With Ash leading the charge, the conversation focuses on how to play a character with evil tendencies without destroying the game, the party, or your friendships....

From pizza to invisibility puzzles and rogue mechanics, Episode 3 of  Other Worlds takes you on a whirlwind ride through culinary hot takes, heist mechanics, and the joys (and pains) of Pathfinder 2. In Episode 3 of  Other Worlds , the RPGBOT.Podcast team serves up a delightfully chaotic mix of culinary hot takes and deep tabletop RPG insights. Randall makes a chicken Caesar abomination. Tyler adm...

This episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast is brought to you by Dungeon Flow. DungeonFlow. app – Because your dungeon deserves more than graph paper and panic. In Episode 3 of Other Worlds , the RPGBOT crew mixes magical mayhem with mundane mischief. What begins with a hilarious debate on olives and grooming spirals into a multi- layered roleplaying session filled with stealthy maneuvers, magical puzzles,...

In this episode of the RPGBOT. Podcast, the hosts dive deep into the often- overlooked tool of language in tabletop RPGs— how it shapes worlds, defines characters, and enhances immersion. Whether it's a dwarven curse word, a whispered draconic threat, or a gnomish pun that lands like a rock in a puddle, the power of language can turn a good campaign into an unforgettable one. The discussion explor...

Ever wonder what happens when you mix dark gods, self- driving cars, and a dysfunctional team of grimdark misfits with questionable decision- making skills? Welcome to the Warhammer 40K actual play recap you didn't know you needed. Episode Summary In this delightfully chaotic recap, the RPGBOT crew careens through a whirlwind of topics, from the pending excitement of new Pathfinder 2 classes to th...

Ever wanted to see psychic bar fights, grenade-happy cultists, and heresy investigations go completely off the rails? Welcome to Hive Scarthias—hope you brought a bucket. In this explosive actual play episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, our investigators dive headfirst into the grimdark world of Imperium Maledictum . Set in the smog-choked depths of Hive Scarthias, the team trades in their day jobs for...

Before narrative arcs, there was Acererak." Dive into Tomb of Horrors Part II and uncover how D& D's most infamous deathtrap shaped the game we love ( and sometimes fear). In Part II of the RPGBOT. Podcast's deep dive into Tomb of Horrors , the hosts examine the legendary module not just as a harrowing dungeon crawl, but as a historical artifact that reflects the design philosophies, challenges, a...

When your world's on fire, the schedule's in chaos, and the goblins are unionizing— welcome to West Marches. In this episode, the hosts venture deep into the untamed wilds of West Marches– style tabletop roleplaying games. With no regular party, no fixed storyline, and no  s afety net, they explore how this classic format redefines player agency and opens the door to truly dynamic storytelling. Th...

This episode is sponsored by DungeonFlow.app . When the gods demand adventure, Dungeon Flow answers—summon your map now at  DungeonFlow.app . In this wide-ranging and emotionally resonant episode, the RPGBOT.Podcast takes a sharp turn into the shifting foundations of the tabletop RPG industry, particularly the significant changes at Wizards of the Coast. With the recent retirements of longtime Dun...

In this episode, the RPGBOT.Podcast crew bravely (and foolishly) opens the first rusted gate into  Tomb of Horrors , one of the deadliest and most legendary modules in tabletop RPG history. Originally written by Gary Gygax to humble overconfident players and their min-maxed murderhobos, the Tomb has become a rite of passage for generations of adventurers who thought they were smart. They weren't....

In this riotously entertaining episode, the RPGBOT.Podcast crew embarks on a wild ride from the expressive chaos of Nicolas Cage's acting to the mythic battlegrounds of Ysgard, the Viking heaven of Norse mythology. Along the way, the hosts take pit stops in Glorium's rowdy streets, wander the dwarven stronghold of Nidavellir, and contemplate the celestial politics of Seluna and Shar. Whether you c...

This episode is sponsored by DungeonFlow. Build epic dungeons in minutes with Dungeon Flow—no signup, no stress. Start now at  DungeonFlow.app ! In a sweeping odyssey from futuristic drone deliveries to ancient alcoholic beverages to gummy bear supremacy, the hosts embark on a chaotically charming journey. Along the way, they sprinkle in heroic (and sometimes tragic) roleplaying stories, before di...

Ever felt like your game was getting stale, your rogue was phoning it in, and combat felt like a chore? Then ditch your old system and found something that actually slapped. In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, the hosts tackle the treacherous terrain of transitioning from one TTRPG system to another—whether by choice, necessity, or that one player who just won't stop talking about Pathfinder 2e...

Oh no, that is too many choices! How will anyone ever possibly pick a class for their first Pathfinder character? The RPGBOT.podcast team takes a look at the classes in Pathfinder 2e's Player Core 1 and discusses which classes are and aren't good choices for new players. Will Fighter fit? Cleric is certainly correct. But is Bard better? Can we come up with other alliteration for the classes? Appar...

We rip open Pathfinder 2E's NPC Core like a loot chest at midnight— all killer, no filler , just gun-wielding witches, charming villains, and side characters spicy enough to steal the spotlight (and maybe your party's gold). #Pathfinder2E, #NPCCoreRules, #PF2GMFuel NPC Core ( affiliate link ) Show Notes In this episode, the RPGBOT crew opens up Pathfinder 2E's NPC Core and immediately gets lost in...

Join us as we dig up the real secrets of playing undead—because dying was just the beginning! In this episode, the RPGBOT team continues their exploration of undead creatures in tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs). Shifting focus to the player's perspective, they delve into strategies for combating undead, methods for befriending them, and approaches to portraying undead characters in gameplay. T...

Not sure which D&D class to start with? We break down the best and worst picks for new DnD players—featuring confused Wizards, exploding Artificers, and the ever-reliable Barbarian. Summary In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, the hosts explore which Dungeons & Dragons classes are best suited for new players. With humor, experience, and a healthy dose of debate, they walk through the ins and out...

Stats, scars, and sarcasm—because in the Imperium, your character's death is just character development. Links Imperium Maledictum Core Rulebook  ( affiliate link ) Starter Set  ( affiliate link ) Imperium Maledictum Digitals on DriveThru  ( affiliate link ) Show Notes In this episode, the RPGBOT.Podcast crew dives deep into the dark, dystopian world of Warhammer 40,000 's Imperium Maledictum , fo...

We dive into the multifaceted role of undead creatures in tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs). They explore the unique characteristics of undead from both storytelling and mechanical perspectives, offering insights on how to effectively integrate these entities into gameplay. ​ Narrative Significance of Undead: The hosts discuss how undead creatures can enhance storytelling by introducing themes...

The RPGBOT.Podcast team dives headfirst into the chaos, corruption, and cosmic bureaucracy of Warhammer: 40,000 - Imperium Maledictum —where your worst day in HR is just the beginning. Links Imperium Maledictum Core Rulebook ( affiliate link ) Starter Set ( affiliate link ) Imperium Maledictum Digitals on DriveThru ( affiliate link ) In this episode, the RPGBOT hosts take a deep dive into the dark...

Ever rolled a 6 and thought your character was doomed? Think again. In this episode, the RPGBOT crew dives deep into the art of playing characters with low stats—and why it might just be the best decision you ever make at the table. From bumbling barbarians to clueless clerics and grumpy rogues who can't charm their way out of a paper bag, the hosts break down how weaknesses can drive unforgettabl...

Ever wonder how to give your players powerful loot without breaking your game (or your soul)? This episode has the answers—and a few cursed surprises. In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, the crew delves into one of the most beloved aspects of tabletop roleplaying games— magical items . From balancing their distribution to enhancing narrative flavor, the team explores how to manage magical items...

What happens when the multiverse needs a place to stash its worst offenders? Enter  Carcery , the D&D plane that's more sentence than setting. In this deep-dive episode, the RPGBOT crew cracks open the lore, layers, and lethal threats of Carcery—a prison plane where hope goes to die and escape is barely more than a myth. Explore the distinct environments of its six terrifying layers, from the over...

Are your players constantly asking, "Can I do that on my turn?" Are you tired of DMs crying over bonus actions and stunned conditions? Do you wake up at night wondering if Pathfinder 2 just does it better ? In this episode, we dive deep into the tactical jungle that is action economy in TTRPGs. From the stripped-down speed of 5E to the glorious chaos of Pathfinder 2's three-action system , we brea...