Diagonally Through the Woods http://www.runningdtw.com Diagonally Through the Woods: A podcast about tabletop RPGs and other geeky rants. Fri, 20 Aug 2010 09:31:45 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 Diagonally Through the Woods: A podcast about tabletop RPGs and other geeky rants. Matt and Jason yes Matt and Jason matt@runningdtw.com matt@runningdtw.com (Matt and Jason) 2008-2010 Diagonally Through the Woods: An RPG podcast. Gaming, RPG, DnD, Dungeons and Dragons, d20 Diagonally Through the Woods http://www.runningdtw.com/wp-content/uploads/images/pic-140.jpg http://www.runningdtw.com Episode 31 – Player’s Handbook 3 http://www.runningdtw.com/2010/05/episode-31-players-handbook-3/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2010/05/episode-31-players-handbook-3/#comments Mon, 03 May 2010 11:10:12 +0000 Jason http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=289 Welcome everyone to the in the works on being new with our audio Episode! In episode 31 we discuss and talk about some of the new things you’ll find in the PHB3. Is this episode late? Most definitely! Would I warn you that with our new setup, that we aren’t use to, we occasionally get robot voices? YES! So please, don’t write us about it. I know about it, which means Matt will know about it, which means we’re going to fix it. Mostly because I friggin refuse to edit that much again for another podcast. Plus I don’t want the voice over robot voice stuff we had this time around. We will get it fixed, I just don’t know when.

Which means we may or may not be on a slight break, I am not sure. If the audio on the next podcast isn’t too bad as far as being able to match them up and etc, I will edit it and put it out. If not, then I’m going to scrap it and we’ll work out the kinds sooner rather than later in our recording process. What that means is I’ll do my best to post entertaining blog posts until then, and maybe do the occasional skype bonus episode with other podcasters. I don’t know, but I will try to keep you all entertained.

Anyway, enjoy our overview of the PHB3!

Questions? Comments? You can e-mail the show here. If you want to speak to one of us directly both myself (Jason) and Matt have e-mails as well, how handy. We are both also on twitter: Matt & Jason.

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2010/05/episode-31-players-handbook-3/feed/ 1 Welcome everyone to the in the works on being new with our audio Episode! In episode 31 we discuss and talk about some of the new things you'll find in the PHB3. Is this episode late? Most definitely! Would I warn you that with our new setup, Welcome everyone to the in the works on being new with our audio Episode! In episode 31 we discuss and talk about some of the new things you'll find in the PHB3. Is this episode late? Most definitely! Would I warn you that with our new setup, that we aren't use to, we occasionally get robot voices? YES! So please, don't write us about it. I know about it, which means Matt will know about it, which means we're going to fix it. Mostly because I friggin refuse to edit that much again for another podcast. Plus I don't want the voice over robot voice stuff we had this time around. We will get it fixed, I just don't know when. Which means we may or may not be on a slight break, I am not sure. If the audio on the next podcast isn't too bad as far as being able to match them up and etc, I will edit it and put it out. If not, then I'm going to scrap it and we'll work out the kinds sooner rather than later in our recording process. What that means is I'll do my best to post entertaining blog posts until then, and maybe do the occasional skype bonus episode with other podcasters. I don't know, but I will try to keep you all entertained. Anyway, enjoy our overview of the PHB3! Questions? Comments? You can e-mail the show here. If you want to speak to one of us directly both myself (Jason) and Matt have e-mails as well, how handy. We are both also on twitter: Matt & Jason. Matt and Jason no 1:29:11 Episode 30 – DDI stuff: Rituals, Valenar, and Kalashtar http://www.runningdtw.com/2010/03/episode-30-ddi-stuff-rituals-valenar-and-kalashtar/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2010/03/episode-30-ddi-stuff-rituals-valenar-and-kalashtar/#comments Tue, 23 Mar 2010 10:02:31 +0000 Jason http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=257 Welcome to Episode 30! In this episode we explore some of the DDI articles that have come out recently for all of you paying people to read. Don’t have a DDI subscription? Well then tough, you won’t be able to get on the “in” of our talks. What you can do though is listen and see if there are articles that are interesting enough to have you possibly start into DDI.

Specifically in this episode we talk about: the current Ritually Speaking article, which deals with item focus rituals, which I think are pretty darn cool; as well as the Winning Races article entitled “The Fighting Styles of the Valenar”, which will give you both fluff and crunch to your favorite elves from Eberron; and we wrap it up with the Power of the Mind article focusing on the Kalashtar, which has a great deal of fluff and is by the main man himself, Keith Baker, so you know it’ll be good.

Here soon Matt and myself will already stray from our new episode formula for a very deep talk about how Wizards has released their campaign books, what some of the changes they are looking to do, and how we as human beings percieve the past, present, and possible future of campaign setting releases. Will it be our next podcast? Can’t tell ya, cause I don’t know. If anything, the PHB3 landed, so I’d expect one of those two if I was you. You don’t have to take my word for it but well, I am in the know on this one… kinda.

Questions? Comments? You can e-mail the show here. If you want to speak to one of us directly both myself (Jason) and Matt have e-mails as well, how handy. We are both also on twitter: Matt & Jason.

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2010/03/episode-30-ddi-stuff-rituals-valenar-and-kalashtar/feed/ 0 Welcome to Episode 30! In this episode we explore some of the DDI articles that have come out recently for all of you paying people to read. Don't have a DDI subscription? Well then tough, you won't be able to get on the "in" of our talks. Welcome to Episode 30! In this episode we explore some of the DDI articles that have come out recently for all of you paying people to read. Don't have a DDI subscription? Well then tough, you won't be able to get on the "in" of our talks. What you can do though is listen and see if there are articles that are interesting enough to have you possibly start into DDI. Specifically in this episode we talk about: the current Ritually Speaking article, which deals with item focus rituals, which I think are pretty darn cool; as well as the Winning Races article entitled "The Fighting Styles of the Valenar", which will give you both fluff and crunch to your favorite elves from Eberron; and we wrap it up with the Power of the Mind article focusing on the Kalashtar, which has a great deal of fluff and is by the main man himself, Keith Baker, so you know it'll be good. Here soon Matt and myself will already stray from our new episode formula for a very deep talk about how Wizards has released their campaign books, what some of the changes they are looking to do, and how we as human beings percieve the past, present, and possible future of campaign setting releases. Will it be our next podcast? Can't tell ya, cause I don't know. If anything, the PHB3 landed, so I'd expect one of those two if I was you. You don't have to take my word for it but well, I am in the know on this one... kinda. Questions? Comments? You can e-mail the show here. If you want to speak to one of us directly both myself (Jason) and Matt have e-mails as well, how handy. We are both also on twitter: Matt & Jason. Matt and Jason yes Bonus Episode 2 – Quick Update/Alert http://www.runningdtw.com/2010/03/bonus-episode-2-quick-updatealert/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2010/03/bonus-episode-2-quick-updatealert/#comments Tue, 16 Mar 2010 06:52:25 +0000 Jason http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=213 Hey everyone!

I’m releasing a quick “bonus” episode today for a few reasons. One being that it is my friend’s birthday and the other being that there are a few changes happening that you all need to know about.

I know what you’re asking, didn’t we just do some changes? Well these aren’t show style changes, Matt is going to do some changes to our feed and how we release the podcast, so things might get a bit bumpy for a day or two coming up here. I also clear up some things that we didn’t know about iplay4E last show.

In regards to the changes to our feed, if you’re reading this, make sure to check back here before the next show goes out and we’ll have any info you will need in regards to if anything dramatic changed or not… basically if we’ll have a new feed you’ll need to use.

In general, if you read the site, then you really don’t need to listen to this “bonus” episode due to the fact it is just me wishing a happy birthday, the iplay4E information will also be in the next official podcast, and you’re already doing exactly what you need to do to get any information/warnings on our feed changes.

Have fun kids!

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2010/03/bonus-episode-2-quick-updatealert/feed/ 2 Hey everyone! - I'm releasing a quick "bonus" episode today for a few reasons. One being that it is my friend's birthday and the other being that there are a few changes happening that you all need to know about. - I know what you're asking, Hey everyone! I'm releasing a quick "bonus" episode today for a few reasons. One being that it is my friend's birthday and the other being that there are a few changes happening that you all need to know about. I know what you're asking, didn't we just do some changes? Well these aren't show style changes, Matt is going to do some changes to our feed and how we release the podcast, so things might get a bit bumpy for a day or two coming up here. I also clear up some things that we didn't know about iplay4E last show. In regards to the changes to our feed, if you're reading this, make sure to check back here before the next show goes out and we'll have any info you will need in regards to if anything dramatic changed or not... basically if we'll have a new feed you'll need to use. In general, if you read the site, then you really don't need to listen to this "bonus" episode due to the fact it is just me wishing a happy birthday, the iplay4E information will also be in the next official podcast, and you're already doing exactly what you need to do to get any information/warnings on our feed changes. Have fun kids! Matt and Jason yes Episode 29 – Martial Power 2 http://www.runningdtw.com/2010/03/episode-29-martial-power-2/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2010/03/episode-29-martial-power-2/#comments Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:05:47 +0000 Jason http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=206 Welcome to Episode 29 – Martial Power 2. In this episode we talk about a little tool, or site really, called iplay4E. Matt has used and digs this tool, highly suggested if you have a DDI account and often have or use a computer for your D&D sessions and have an internet connection at the same time. After that we break down the new book, Martial Power 2, specifically the new build options for the classes. We have decided to skip discussing powers, paragon paths, epic destinies, feats, and so on for things that are common in most books. Especially due to the fact that the things we skip are new things made specifically for the new builds.

In this episode, we announce that we have basically decided on a format and theme for the show, once again, but are willing to take requests on if you want us to talk about a specific book or thing. Chances are, if we can’t or rather wouldn’t talk about something on the show, we’ll more than likely reply with whatever we can. Whether it be our opinion, suggestions, etc. Even though we have an aim now, or again rather, we’re still here to please.

Questions? Comments? You can e-mail the show here. If you want to speak to one of us directly both myself (Jason) and Matt have e-mails as well, how handy. We are both also on twitter: Matt & Jason.

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2010/03/episode-29-martial-power-2/feed/ 5 Welcome to Episode 29 - Martial Power 2. In this episode we talk about a little tool, or site really, called iplay4E. Matt has used and digs this tool, highly suggested if you have a DDI account and often have or use a computer for your D&D sessions an... Welcome to Episode 29 - Martial Power 2. In this episode we talk about a little tool, or site really, called iplay4E. Matt has used and digs this tool, highly suggested if you have a DDI account and often have or use a computer for your D&D sessions and have an internet connection at the same time. After that we break down the new book, Martial Power 2, specifically the new build options for the classes. We have decided to skip discussing powers, paragon paths, epic destinies, feats, and so on for things that are common in most books. Especially due to the fact that the things we skip are new things made specifically for the new builds. In this episode, we announce that we have basically decided on a format and theme for the show, once again, but are willing to take requests on if you want us to talk about a specific book or thing. Chances are, if we can't or rather wouldn't talk about something on the show, we'll more than likely reply with whatever we can. Whether it be our opinion, suggestions, etc. Even though we have an aim now, or again rather, we're still here to please. Questions? Comments? You can e-mail the show here. If you want to speak to one of us directly both myself (Jason) and Matt have e-mails as well, how handy. We are both also on twitter: Matt & Jason. Matt and Jason yes Episode 28 – Adventurer’s Vault 2 http://www.runningdtw.com/2010/02/episode-28-adventurers-vault-2/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2010/02/episode-28-adventurers-vault-2/#comments Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:04:19 +0000 Jason http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=197 Welcome to episode 28 – Adventurer’s Vault 2. In this episode we break down the obvious book, talk about some of what is in it, but most importantly, is it worth your money. Now, I could tell you whether to buy it or not, but that would defeat the purpose of forcing you to listen. You will also notice something new we are going to try out, transition music! That way you’ll know when we go from nonsense chit chat to a topic of real importance.

Once again it had been awhile since we recorded so we had a lot of chit chat to begin with, the topics bounced back and forth but included things like Scribblenauts for the DS and a little site called Geeky Clean.

Questions? Comments? You can e-mail the show here. If you want to speak to one of us directly both myself (Jason) and Matt have e-mails as well, how handy. We are both also on twitter: Matt & Jason.

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2010/02/episode-28-adventurers-vault-2/feed/ 1 Welcome to episode 28 - Adventurer's Vault 2. In this episode we break down the obvious book, talk about some of what is in it, but most importantly, is it worth your money. Now, I could tell you whether to buy it or not, Welcome to episode 28 - Adventurer's Vault 2. In this episode we break down the obvious book, talk about some of what is in it, but most importantly, is it worth your money. Now, I could tell you whether to buy it or not, but that would defeat the purpose of forcing you to listen. You will also notice something new we are going to try out, transition music! That way you'll know when we go from nonsense chit chat to a topic of real importance. Once again it had been awhile since we recorded so we had a lot of chit chat to begin with, the topics bounced back and forth but included things like Scribblenauts for the DS and a little site called Geeky Clean. Questions? Comments? You can e-mail the show here. If you want to speak to one of us directly both myself (Jason) and Matt have e-mails as well, how handy. We are both also on twitter: Matt & Jason. Matt and Jason yes Episode 27 – Speed it up! http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/12/episode-27-speed-it-up/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/12/episode-27-speed-it-up/#comments Tue, 15 Dec 2009 10:39:07 +0000 Jason http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=177 Welcome to Episode 27 – Speed it up! In this episode we give tips about how to speed up gameplay and what we plan on doing in our very own gaming group. That is after we spend some time catching up with you all, mostly we talk about TV shows and Dragon Age, we love Dragon Age. Have you played Dragon Age? You really should play Dragon Age if you haven’t, seriously, the game is awesome.

This episode runs just under 1 hour and 18 minutes, or 77.5 minutes to be slightly more exact.

Questions? Comments? You can e-mail the show here. If you want to speak to one of us directly both myself (Jason) and Matt have e-mails as well, how handy. We are both also on twitter: Matt & Jason.

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/12/episode-27-speed-it-up/feed/ 0 Welcome to Episode 27 - Speed it up! In this episode we give tips about how to speed up gameplay and what we plan on doing in our very own gaming group. That is after we spend some time catching up with you all, Welcome to Episode 27 - Speed it up! In this episode we give tips about how to speed up gameplay and what we plan on doing in our very own gaming group. That is after we spend some time catching up with you all, mostly we talk about TV shows and Dragon Age, we love Dragon Age. Have you played Dragon Age? You really should play Dragon Age if you haven't, seriously, the game is awesome. This episode runs just under 1 hour and 18 minutes, or 77.5 minutes to be slightly more exact. Questions? Comments? You can e-mail the show here. If you want to speak to one of us directly both myself (Jason) and Matt have e-mails as well, how handy. We are both also on twitter: Matt & Jason. Matt and Jason yes Episode 26 – This is how we do it http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/10/episode-26-this-is-how-we-do-it/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/10/episode-26-this-is-how-we-do-it/#comments Thu, 29 Oct 2009 07:52:12 +0000 Jason http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=167 Welcome to episode 26 – This is how we do it. Intro music is “Black Flag” by the Silly Snails.

In this episode we talk about:

  • Google Wave and how it help us set up characters and RP potential in our upcoming game
  • How we want more RP and how some systems depend on it
  • D20 Modern and why it failed for us or how we failed it
  • Group size and what we think of ours
  • Microsoft Surface table
  • How maptools leads us to distraction

This podcast is much more of a trainwreck then we were all planning, hopefully it’ll still be enjoyable. If anything, at least we have a real omnidirectional microphone for our group now.

This episode runs about 42 minutes. Please send emails to podcast@runningdtw.com with questions or suggestions.

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/10/episode-26-this-is-how-we-do-it/feed/ 2 Welcome to episode 26 - This is how we do it. Intro music is "Black Flag" by the Silly Snails. - In this episode we talk about: - Google Wave and how it help us set up characters and RP potential in our upcoming game How we want more RP and how som... Welcome to episode 26 - This is how we do it. Intro music is "Black Flag" by the Silly Snails. In this episode we talk about: Google Wave and how it help us set up characters and RP potential in our upcoming game How we want more RP and how some systems depend on it D20 Modern and why it failed for us or how we failed it Group size and what we think of ours Microsoft Surface table How maptools leads us to distraction This podcast is much more of a trainwreck then we were all planning, hopefully it'll still be enjoyable. If anything, at least we have a real omnidirectional microphone for our group now. This episode runs about 42 minutes. Please send emails to podcast@runningdtw.com with questions or suggestions. Matt and Jason yes Episode 25 – Starting Level and Leveling Rate http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/10/episode-25-%e2%80%93-starting-level-and-leveling-rate/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/10/episode-25-%e2%80%93-starting-level-and-leveling-rate/#comments Mon, 12 Oct 2009 10:34:55 +0000 Jason http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=155 Welcome to episode 25 – starting level and leveling rate. Intro music is Esa Llamada by Ciruelo Cilíndrico.

WARNING: This episode is a much lower and more staticy quality than usual. We attempted to use our old extremely sensetive USB Rockband microphones as an omnidirectional microhpone in order to have a better “round table” discussion with… mixed results. We are looking into an actual omnidirectional microphone soon, a good one.

In this episode we talk about:

  • Supernatural Season 5 (with spoilers)
  • Matt drops a bomb
  • Battlestar Glactica, spoiling it for Tim
  • Spoiling things in general and how fun it is
  • House M.D.
  • Babies
  • Retarded Policeman (Youtube Show)
  • Shoutout to Trapcast. Specifically Jenn and Sara
  • and finally… on to the show

This episode runs about 50 minutes. Please send emails to podcast@runningdtw.com with questions or suggestions.

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/10/episode-25-%e2%80%93-starting-level-and-leveling-rate/feed/ 0 Welcome to episode 25 - starting level and leveling rate. Intro music is Esa Llamada by Ciruelo Cilíndrico. - WARNING: This episode is a much lower and more staticy quality than usual. We attempted to use our old extremely sensetive USB Rockband micro... Welcome to episode 25 - starting level and leveling rate. Intro music is Esa Llamada by Ciruelo Cilíndrico. WARNING: This episode is a much lower and more staticy quality than usual. We attempted to use our old extremely sensetive USB Rockband microphones as an omnidirectional microhpone in order to have a better "round table" discussion with... mixed results. We are looking into an actual omnidirectional microphone soon, a good one. In this episode we talk about: Supernatural Season 5 (with spoilers) Matt drops a bomb Battlestar Glactica, spoiling it for Tim Spoiling things in general and how fun it is House M.D. Babies Retarded Policeman (Youtube Show) Shoutout to Trapcast. Specifically Jenn and Sara and finally... on to the show This episode runs about 50 minutes. Please send emails to podcast@runningdtw.com with questions or suggestions. Matt and Jason yes Episode 24 – Party Roles and Makeup http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/09/episode-24-party-roles-and-makeup/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/09/episode-24-party-roles-and-makeup/#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:13:48 +0000 Jason http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=148 Welcome to episode 24 – party roles and makeup. Intro music is Sociedad Enferma by Arai.

In this episode we talk about:

  • Cracking knuckles and other body parts
  • What Jason likes on Tuna
  • Misspent Youth/Rob Bohl
  • How Jason wants to play a mouse in Mouse Guard
  • Fables comic
  • Scribblenauts
  • MMO’s (Champions Online, WoW, Fallen Earth, CoH, etc etc)
  • Party roles in your D&D 4E group and how to cope without them
  • More MMO talk

This episode runs just shy of 57 minutes. Please send emails to podcast@runningdtw.com with questions or suggestions.

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/09/episode-24-party-roles-and-makeup/feed/ 0 Welcome to episode 24 - party roles and makeup. Intro music is Sociedad Enferma by Arai. - In this episode we talk about: - Cracking knuckles and other body parts What Jason likes on Tuna Misspent Youth/Rob Bohl How Jason wants to play a mouse ... Welcome to episode 24 - party roles and makeup. Intro music is Sociedad Enferma by Arai. In this episode we talk about: Cracking knuckles and other body parts What Jason likes on Tuna Misspent Youth/Rob Bohl How Jason wants to play a mouse in Mouse Guard Fables comic Scribblenauts MMO's (Champions Online, WoW, Fallen Earth, CoH, etc etc) Party roles in your D&D 4E group and how to cope without them More MMO talk This episode runs just shy of 57 minutes. Please send emails to podcast@runningdtw.com with questions or suggestions. Matt and Jason yes Episode 23 – Divine Power http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/09/episode-23-divine-power/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/09/episode-23-divine-power/#comments Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:15:58 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=134 Welcome to Episode 23. Here is an overview of what we talk about this episode:

  • We start off with Jason talking about his trip to AnimeIowa where he became some guys boy toy.
  • Jason mentions the lack of body odor at AnimeIowa and I bring up the GenCon 1-2-3 rule (minimum 1 shower, 2 meals, and 3 hours of sleep per day).
  • Neither of us made it to GenCon and we are sad about it.
  • GenCon Twitter updates were a major source of my jealousy.
  • Jason talks about how much drinking goes on at GenCon and a drunken phone call he recieved from Kevin of The Walking Eye podcast.
  • Jason earns a gold star and suddenly we are now tracking the good things Jason does.
  • Divine power
  • Monster Builder, the first tool in the new Adventure Tools released for DDI.

This episode comes in at 68 minutes. Please send emails to podcast@runningdtw.com with questions or suggestions.

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/09/episode-23-divine-power/feed/ 0 Welcome to Episode 23. Here is an overview of what we talk about this episode: - We start off with Jason talking about his trip to AnimeIowa where he became some guys boy toy. Jason mentions the lack of body odor at AnimeIowa and I bring up the Gen... Welcome to Episode 23. Here is an overview of what we talk about this episode: We start off with Jason talking about his trip to AnimeIowa where he became some guys boy toy. Jason mentions the lack of body odor at AnimeIowa and I bring up the GenCon 1-2-3 rule (minimum 1 shower, 2 meals, and 3 hours of sleep per day). Neither of us made it to GenCon and we are sad about it. GenCon Twitter updates were a major source of my jealousy. Jason talks about how much drinking goes on at GenCon and a drunken phone call he recieved from Kevin of The Walking Eye podcast. Jason earns a gold star and suddenly we are now tracking the good things Jason does. Divine power Monster Builder, the first tool in the new Adventure Tools released for DDI. This episode comes in at 68 minutes. Please send emails to podcast@runningdtw.com with questions or suggestions. Matt and Jason yes 1:08:49 Episode 22 – Jason’s Adventures in Story Gaming http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/08/episode-22-jasons-adventures-in-story-gaming/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/08/episode-22-jasons-adventures-in-story-gaming/#comments Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:11:05 +0000 Jason http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=112 Welcome to Episode 22 – Jason’s Adventures in Story Gaming. In this episode Jason talks about his triumphs and misfortunes in story gaming. There isn’t much structure to this episode since it consists of whatever runs out of Jason’s mouth from one moment to another. This is another short podcast, since Jason later realized he forgot to talk about a few things and is kicking himself.  Some of the things we did talk about are: A super cool shirt about fighting; Blazing Rose, Jason’s first true story game; his cameo on The Walking Eye podcast; the new Harry Potter movie neither of us have seen; and G.I.Joe the Rise of Cobra.

This episode runs about 34 minutes.  Send any questions, suggestions, or feedback to podcast@runningdtw.com

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/08/episode-22-jasons-adventures-in-story-gaming/feed/ 0 Blazing Rose,Dogs in the Vineyard,GI Joe,Harry Potter,Story Games,The Walking Eye Welcome to Episode 22 - Jason's Adventures in Story Gaming. In this episode Jason talks about his triumphs and misfortunes in story gaming. There isn't much structure to this episode since it consists of whatever runs out of Jason's mouth from one mome... Welcome to Episode 22 - Jason's Adventures in Story Gaming. In this episode Jason talks about his triumphs and misfortunes in story gaming. There isn't much structure to this episode since it consists of whatever runs out of Jason's mouth from one moment to another. This is another short podcast, since Jason later realized he forgot to talk about a few things and is kicking himself.  Some of the things we did talk about are: A super cool shirt about fighting; Blazing Rose, Jason's first true story game; his cameo on The Walking Eye podcast; the new Harry Potter movie neither of us have seen; and G.I.Joe the Rise of Cobra. This episode runs about 34 minutes.  Send any questions, suggestions, or feedback to podcast@runningdtw.com Matt and Jason yes 34:36 Episode 21 – The Psion http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/07/episode-21-the-psion/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/07/episode-21-the-psion/#comments Tue, 21 Jul 2009 11:00:54 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=84 Welcome to Episode 21 – The Psion. We start off with a little discussion about Transformers 2, then roll right into our main topic, the recently debuted Psion class. We go over the basic mechanics, a few sample powers, and we give our impressions of the class so far.  We also discuss the release method being implemented for debut PHB3 content, going straight to the Compendium and the Character Builder and not a full article with the content.  We are divided a bit on if this is a good thing or not, but we are in agreement that this method of distribution for non-debut content is not a good idea.

This episode runs about 50 minutes.  Send any questions, suggestions, or feedback to podcast@runningdtw.com

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/07/episode-21-the-psion/feed/ 0 Welcome to Episode 21 - The Psion. We start off with a little discussion about Transformers 2, then roll right into our main topic, the recently debuted Psion class. We go over the basic mechanics, a few sample powers, Welcome to Episode 21 - The Psion. We start off with a little discussion about Transformers 2, then roll right into our main topic, the recently debuted Psion class. We go over the basic mechanics, a few sample powers, and we give our impressions of the class so far.  We also discuss the release method being implemented for debut PHB3 content, going straight to the Compendium and the Character Builder and not a full article with the content.  We are divided a bit on if this is a good thing or not, but we are in agreement that this method of distribution for non-debut content is not a good idea. This episode runs about 50 minutes.  Send any questions, suggestions, or feedback to podcast@runningdtw.com Matt and Jason yes 49:56 Episode 20 – The Monk http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/05/episode-20-the-monk/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/05/episode-20-the-monk/#comments Tue, 26 May 2009 02:01:55 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=63 In episode 20 we talk about the Monk Playtest and the recent announcement about DDI subscription changes. All in all we like the new Monk as a Psionic character.  At the end of the episode we talk about Star Trek and what we thought about it, so if you haven’t seen it you can stop there. But if you haven’t seen it, what’s wrong with you? Get out and see it.

This episode runs about 67 minutes.  Send any questions, suggestions, or feedback to podcast@runningdtw.com

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/05/episode-20-the-monk/feed/ 0 DDI,DnD,Monk,Psionic,Star Trek In episode 20 we talk about the Monk Playtest and the recent announcement about DDI subscription changes. All in all we like the new Monk as a Psionic character.  At the end of the episode we talk about Star Trek and what we thought about it, In episode 20 we talk about the Monk Playtest and the recent announcement about DDI subscription changes. All in all we like the new Monk as a Psionic character.  At the end of the episode we talk about Star Trek and what we thought about it, so if you haven't seen it you can stop there. But if you haven't seen it, what's wrong with you? Get out and see it. This episode runs about 67 minutes.  Send any questions, suggestions, or feedback to podcast@runningdtw.com Matt and Jason yes 1:06:56 Episode 19 – Arcane Power http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/05/episode-19-arcane-power/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/05/episode-19-arcane-power/#comments Tue, 12 May 2009 12:34:04 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=57 In episode 19 we discuss WOTC’s newest supplement, Arcane Power and the new options it presents. Tim joins us again, as we go over the new class features for the arcane classes, as well as take a look at some of the new Paragon Paths, feats, and rituals. We also go over the much anticipated familiar mechanic and give our first impressions of the new system.

This episode runs about 69 minutes.  Send any questions, suggestions, or feedback to podcast@runningdtw.com

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/05/episode-19-arcane-power/feed/ 0 Arcane,DnD In episode 19 we discuss WOTC's newest supplement, Arcane Power and the new options it presents. Tim joins us again, as we go over the new class features for the arcane classes, as well as take a look at some of the new Paragon Paths, feats, and rituals. In episode 19 we discuss WOTC's newest supplement, Arcane Power and the new options it presents. Tim joins us again, as we go over the new class features for the arcane classes, as well as take a look at some of the new Paragon Paths, feats, and rituals. We also go over the much anticipated familiar mechanic and give our first impressions of the new system. This episode runs about 69 minutes.  Send any questions, suggestions, or feedback to podcast@runningdtw.com Matt and Jason yes 1:08:57 Episode 18 – Min/Maxing and Munchkining http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/04/episode-18-minmaxing-and-munchkining/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/04/episode-18-minmaxing-and-munchkining/#comments Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:31:10 +0000 Jason http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=56 Welcome to episode 18. We have Tim as a guest host in this episode, and rightfully so.

In this episode we talk about what it means to be a munchkin versus min/maxing, how they are different and how they are the same. We also discuss how they have changed over the years, if they are necessary, and the morality of both.

This episode is done in reverse format by accident, blame Jason, so if you were wanting to listen to our ramblings first, then you should skip towards the end. We apologize if this throws anyone off, but once again, blame Jason.

This episode runs about 39 minutes.  Send any questions, suggestions, or feedback to podcast@runningdtw.com

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/04/episode-18-minmaxing-and-munchkining/feed/ 0 DnD,Min/Max Welcome to episode 18. We have Tim as a guest host in this episode, and rightfully so. - In this episode we talk about what it means to be a munchkin versus min/maxing, how they are different and how they are the same. Welcome to episode 18. We have Tim as a guest host in this episode, and rightfully so. In this episode we talk about what it means to be a munchkin versus min/maxing, how they are different and how they are the same. We also discuss how they have changed over the years, if they are necessary, and the morality of both. This episode is done in reverse format by accident, blame Jason, so if you were wanting to listen to our ramblings first, then you should skip towards the end. We apologize if this throws anyone off, but once again, blame Jason. This episode runs about 39 minutes.  Send any questions, suggestions, or feedback to podcast@runningdtw.com Matt and Jason yes 39:10 Episode 17 – Player’s Handbook 2 http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/04/episode-17-players-handbook-2/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/04/episode-17-players-handbook-2/#comments Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:42:28 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=55 Welcome to Episode 17, where we discuss the 4th Edition Player’s Handbook 2.  We give a quick overview of the new races and classes presented in this book, and let you know what we are looking forward to trying out in future games.

This episode runs about 72 minutes. Send any questions, suggestions, or feedback to podcast@runningdtw.com

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/04/episode-17-players-handbook-2/feed/ 0 DnD,PHB2 Welcome to Episode 17, where we discuss the 4th Edition Player's Handbook 2.  We give a quick overview of the new races and classes presented in this book, and let you know what we are looking forward to trying out in future games. Welcome to Episode 17, where we discuss the 4th Edition Player's Handbook 2.  We give a quick overview of the new races and classes presented in this book, and let you know what we are looking forward to trying out in future games. This episode runs about 72 minutes. Send any questions, suggestions, or feedback to podcast@runningdtw.com Matt and Jason yes 1:12:24 Bonus Episode 1 – Battlestar Galactica Finale http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/03/bonus-episode-1-battlestar-galactica-finale/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/03/bonus-episode-1-battlestar-galactica-finale/#comments Mon, 30 Mar 2009 12:00:05 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=52 We break from our regular topics and have a podcast all about the series finale for Battlestar Galactica.  We are all over the place in this epsiode, talking about what happened in the 2 hour finale.

This episode runs 59 minutes long. Send us any questions or suggestions to podcast@runningdtw.com

-Matt

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/03/bonus-episode-1-battlestar-galactica-finale/feed/ 0 Battlestar,Bonus We break from our regular topics and have a podcast all about the series finale for Battlestar Galactica.  We are all over the place in this epsiode, talking about what happened in the 2 hour finale. - This episode runs 59 minutes long. We break from our regular topics and have a podcast all about the series finale for Battlestar Galactica.  We are all over the place in this epsiode, talking about what happened in the 2 hour finale. This episode runs 59 minutes long. Send us any questions or suggestions to podcast@runningdtw.com -Matt Matt and Jason yes 59:08 Episode 16 – Character Death http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/03/episode-16-character-death/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/03/episode-16-character-death/#comments Mon, 16 Mar 2009 12:51:48 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=47 Welcome to episode 16.  Andrew joins us again as we talk about character death.  We start out talking about our weeks before jumping into our topic.

Supernatural
The Dresden Files
Heroes
The Unit
Burn Notice

This episode is a short one, coming in at 36 minutes.  Leave a comment below or visit the forums if you want to talk about the episode.  Send any emails to podcast@runningdtw.com.

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/03/episode-16-character-death/feed/ 0 Burn Notice,DnD,Dresden Files,supernatural Welcome to episode 16.  Andrew joins us again as we talk about character death.  We start out talking about our weeks before jumping into our topic. - Supernatural The Dresden Files Heroes The Unit Burn Notice - This episode is a short one, Welcome to episode 16.  Andrew joins us again as we talk about character death.  We start out talking about our weeks before jumping into our topic. Supernatural The Dresden Files Heroes The Unit Burn Notice This episode is a short one, coming in at 36 minutes.  Leave a comment below or visit the forums if you want to talk about the episode.  Send any emails to podcast@runningdtw.com. Matt and Jason yes 26:01 Episode 15 – DDI Character Builder http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/03/episode-15-ddi-character-builder/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/03/episode-15-ddi-character-builder/#comments Mon, 02 Mar 2009 17:02:12 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=46 Welcome to episode 15, where we talk about the release of the Dungeons and Dragons Character Builder.

We go over our weeks and talk about the recent BSG episode. I talk about our up coming LAN party and how I have been playing some FPS games for the first time in a long time.

We start in on our main topic, the Character Builder. We go over our first impressions and do a walk through of creating a character.

Check out the demo for the Character Builder here.

This episode runs 72 minutes. Leave a comment below or visit the forums if you want to talk about the episode. Send any emails to podcast@runningdtw.com.

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/03/episode-15-ddi-character-builder/feed/ 0 Battlestar,DDI,DnD Welcome to episode 15, where we talk about the release of the Dungeons and Dragons Character Builder. - We go over our weeks and talk about the recent BSG episode. I talk about our up coming LAN party and how I have been playing some FPS games for the ... Welcome to episode 15, where we talk about the release of the Dungeons and Dragons Character Builder. We go over our weeks and talk about the recent BSG episode. I talk about our up coming LAN party and how I have been playing some FPS games for the first time in a long time. We start in on our main topic, the Character Builder. We go over our first impressions and do a walk through of creating a character. Check out the demo for the Character Builder here. This episode runs 72 minutes. Leave a comment below or visit the forums if you want to talk about the episode. Send any emails to podcast@runningdtw.com. Matt and Jason yes 1:11:40 Episode 14 – Campaign Settings: Published vs Homebrew http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/02/episode-14-campaign-settings-published-vs-homebrew/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/02/episode-14-campaign-settings-published-vs-homebrew/#comments Mon, 16 Feb 2009 22:31:22 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=43 In this episode we have two guest hosts, Tim returning again from episode 5 and Andrew another player from our group that we have mentioned several times on before on the podcast.

With all four of us on the mics we get off the main topic a lot but what’s new. Editing also my seem a little below standard as we tend to talk over each other a little more.

Our topic of discussion is Campaign Settings: Published vs Homebrew. We all give some pros and cons for each and we each state which is our prefered type of setting. Tim and I come at this from mostly a DMs view point, while Jason and Andrew talk mostly from a players view.

This episode runs 57 minutes. Leave a comment below or visit the forums if you want to talk about the episode. Send any emails to podcast@runningdtw.com.

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/02/episode-14-campaign-settings-published-vs-homebrew/feed/ 0 DnD,Eberron,Hombrew In this episode we have two guest hosts, Tim returning again from episode 5 and Andrew another player from our group that we have mentioned several times on before on the podcast. - With all four of us on the mics we get off the main topic a lot but wh... In this episode we have two guest hosts, Tim returning again from episode 5 and Andrew another player from our group that we have mentioned several times on before on the podcast. With all four of us on the mics we get off the main topic a lot but what's new. Editing also my seem a little below standard as we tend to talk over each other a little more. Our topic of discussion is Campaign Settings: Published vs Homebrew. We all give some pros and cons for each and we each state which is our prefered type of setting. Tim and I come at this from mostly a DMs view point, while Jason and Andrew talk mostly from a players view. This episode runs 57 minutes. Leave a comment below or visit the forums if you want to talk about the episode. Send any emails to podcast@runningdtw.com. Matt and Jason yes 56:51 Episode 13 – Terrain in Your Game Part 2 http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/01/episode-13-terrain-in-your-game/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/01/episode-13-terrain-in-your-game/#comments Thu, 29 Jan 2009 02:59:48 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=42 In Episode 13 we finish up our discussion of terrain features in your DnD game and also speak of weather and other natural disasters.

Here are the links to the couple of side topics we start out talking about.
A Different Point of View
Radio Rivendale

This episode runs 56 minutes. Visit our site: www.runningdtw.com To discuss this episode or anything else, head to the forums or email us at podcast@runningdtw.com

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/01/episode-13-terrain-in-your-game/feed/ 0 DnD In Episode 13 we finish up our discussion of terrain features in your DnD game and also speak of weather and other natural disasters. - Here are the links to the couple of side topics we start out talking about. In Episode 13 we finish up our discussion of terrain features in your DnD game and also speak of weather and other natural disasters. Here are the links to the couple of side topics we start out talking about. A Different Point of View Radio Rivendale This episode runs 56 minutes. Visit our site: www.runningdtw.com To discuss this episode or anything else, head to the forums or email us at podcast@runningdtw.com Matt and Jason yes 56:11 Episode 12 – Terrain in Your Game http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/01/episode-12-terrain-in-your-game/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/01/episode-12-terrain-in-your-game/#comments Mon, 12 Jan 2009 14:35:52 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=38 In Episode 12 we talk about mixing up your game by setting your game in different terrain types. This is our first episode that is mainly directed towards the DM.

Banter:
How our holidays went.
Avatar
Battlestar Galactica and Supernatural returning soon.

Topic:
We discuss different terrain features you can add to your encounters to add variety to your basic battleground.

This episode runs 67 minutes. Visit our site: www.runningdtw.com To discuss this episode or anything else, head to the forums or email us at podcast@runningdtw.com

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2009/01/episode-12-terrain-in-your-game/feed/ 0 Avatar,Battlestar,DM,supernatural In Episode 12 we talk about mixing up your game by setting your game in different terrain types. This is our first episode that is mainly directed towards the DM. - Banter: How our holidays went. Avatar Battlestar Galactica and Supernatural returning s... In Episode 12 we talk about mixing up your game by setting your game in different terrain types. This is our first episode that is mainly directed towards the DM. Banter: How our holidays went. Avatar Battlestar Galactica and Supernatural returning soon. Topic: We discuss different terrain features you can add to your encounters to add variety to your basic battleground. This episode runs 67 minutes. Visit our site: www.runningdtw.com To discuss this episode or anything else, head to the forums or email us at podcast@runningdtw.com Matt and Jason yes 1:07:14 Episode 11 – Does DnD 4e = Wow? http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/12/episode-11-does-dnd-4e-wow/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/12/episode-11-does-dnd-4e-wow/#comments Mon, 22 Dec 2008 16:34:02 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=31 In Episode 11 we discuss some of the comparisons between Dungeons and Dragons 4th Edition and World of Warcraft.

Banter:
Jason talks about his week of things breaking on him.
We talk about our recent holidays.
Supernatural
World of Warcraft
Death Knights
QuestHelper – quest addon
Lightheaded – show comments for quests from wowhead

Topic:
Does DnD 4e = WoW?

This episode runs 53 minutes. Visit our site: www.runningdtw.com To discuss this episode or anything else, head to the forums or email us at podcast@runningdtw.com

-Matt

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/12/episode-11-does-dnd-4e-wow/feed/ 0 DnD,supernatural,WoW In Episode 11 we discuss some of the comparisons between Dungeons and Dragons 4th Edition and World of Warcraft. - Banter: Jason talks about his week of things breaking on him. We talk about our recent holidays. In Episode 11 we discuss some of the comparisons between Dungeons and Dragons 4th Edition and World of Warcraft. Banter: Jason talks about his week of things breaking on him. We talk about our recent holidays. Supernatural World of Warcraft Death Knights QuestHelper - quest addon Lightheaded - show comments for quests from wowhead Topic: Does DnD 4e = WoW? This episode runs 53 minutes. Visit our site: www.runningdtw.com To discuss this episode or anything else, head to the forums or email us at podcast@runningdtw.com -Matt Matt and Jason yes 53:13 Episode 10 – Star Wars Saga Edition RPG http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/12/episode-10-star-wars-saga-edition-rpg/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/12/episode-10-star-wars-saga-edition-rpg/#comments Mon, 08 Dec 2008 10:00:29 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=28 In episode 10 we discuss the Star Wars Saga Edition roleplaying game.

We talk a bit about the system and how it handles a few differnt mechanics, specifically the Force and space combat. We also look at how it bridges the gap between 3.5 and 4th edition rules. Lastly, we breifly talk about the additional books that have been released for the system.

This episode comes in at about an hour. To discuss this episode or anything else, head to the forums or email us at podcast@runningdtw.com

-Matt

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/12/episode-10-star-wars-saga-edition-rpg/feed/ 0 SW:SE In episode 10 we discuss the Star Wars Saga Edition roleplaying game. - We talk a bit about the system and how it handles a few differnt mechanics, specifically the Force and space combat. We also look at how it bridges the gap between 3. In episode 10 we discuss the Star Wars Saga Edition roleplaying game. We talk a bit about the system and how it handles a few differnt mechanics, specifically the Force and space combat. We also look at how it bridges the gap between 3.5 and 4th edition rules. Lastly, we breifly talk about the additional books that have been released for the system. This episode comes in at about an hour. To discuss this episode or anything else, head to the forums or email us at podcast@runningdtw.com -Matt Matt and Jason yes 50:00 Episode 9 – Magic Items http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/11/episode-9-magic-items/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/11/episode-9-magic-items/#comments Wed, 19 Nov 2008 01:36:22 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=25 In Episode 9, our topic of discussion is everyones favorite, Magic Items. We talk about magic items and how they function in 4th Edition and also talk about the Adventurer’s Vault.

We start off talking about the shows we have been watching recently.
Eureka
Supernatural
House
Dexter
Sanctuary
Strange Wilderness

On to the topic of Magic Items in 4th Edition.

This episode comes in at about an hour. To discuss this episode or anything else, head to the forums or email us at podcast@runningdtw.com

-Matt

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/11/episode-9-magic-items/feed/ 0 DnD,House,supernatural In Episode 9, our topic of discussion is everyones favorite, Magic Items. We talk about magic items and how they function in 4th Edition and also talk about the Adventurer's Vault. - We start off talking about the shows we have been watching recently. In Episode 9, our topic of discussion is everyones favorite, Magic Items. We talk about magic items and how they function in 4th Edition and also talk about the Adventurer's Vault. We start off talking about the shows we have been watching recently. Eureka Supernatural House Dexter Sanctuary Strange Wilderness On to the topic of Magic Items in 4th Edition. This episode comes in at about an hour. To discuss this episode or anything else, head to the forums or email us at podcast@runningdtw.com -Matt Matt and Jason yes 1:04:00 Episode 8 – Playtest Classes http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/11/episode-8-playtest-classes/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/11/episode-8-playtest-classes/#comments Tue, 04 Nov 2008 00:45:13 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=24 In Episode 8, our topic of discussion are several of the new classes. Specifically the three newest ones out there: Swordmage, Artificer, and Barbarian.

We start out talking about the 4th season of Battlestar Galactica, where Jason gets on the subject of the anatomy of male Cylons…  We also talk about some recent video game releases including Fable 2 and Saints Row 2.

On topic we start out talking about the Swordmage from the Forgotten Realms Player’s Guide. We briefly cover this new Defender from the Arcane power source.

Next up we talk about the Artificer playtest article from the July issue of Dragon magazine. We talk about our experiences with the Artificer from 3rd edition and our impressions of how the class is looking for 4th edition as a Leader from the Arcane power source.

Last, we look at the Barbarian play test from the October issue of Dragon magazine. This Striker from the new Primal power source has both Jason and myself wanting to roll one up to test out.

This episode comes in at about an hour. To discuss this episode or anything else, head to the forums or email us at podcast@runningdtw.com

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/11/episode-8-playtest-classes/feed/ 0 Artificer,Barbarian,Battlestar,DDI,Swordmage In Episode 8, our topic of discussion are several of the new classes. Specifically the three newest ones out there: Swordmage, Artificer, and Barbarian. - We start out talking about the 4th season of Battlestar Galactica, In Episode 8, our topic of discussion are several of the new classes. Specifically the three newest ones out there: Swordmage, Artificer, and Barbarian. We start out talking about the 4th season of Battlestar Galactica, where Jason gets on the subject of the anatomy of male Cylons...  We also talk about some recent video game releases including Fable 2 and Saints Row 2. On topic we start out talking about the Swordmage from the Forgotten Realms Player's Guide. We briefly cover this new Defender from the Arcane power source. Next up we talk about the Artificer playtest article from the July issue of Dragon magazine. We talk about our experiences with the Artificer from 3rd edition and our impressions of how the class is looking for 4th edition as a Leader from the Arcane power source. Last, we look at the Barbarian play test from the October issue of Dragon magazine. This Striker from the new Primal power source has both Jason and myself wanting to roll one up to test out. This episode comes in at about an hour. To discuss this episode or anything else, head to the forums or email us at podcast@runningdtw.com Matt and Jason yes 58:13 Episode 7 – Warforged and Gnolls http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/10/episode-7-warforged-and-gnolls/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/10/episode-7-warforged-and-gnolls/#comments Mon, 20 Oct 2008 14:08:32 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=23 Welcome to Episode 7, where we talk about the two races that WOTC has expanded upon through articles in Dragon Magazine.  We go a little long and decide to put off the Playtest Articles till next week.

Banter Items:
Battlestar Galactica
Least I Could Do Link
M. Night Shyamalan and his movies
Caprica TV series

Main Topics:
We talk about the Warforged and the Gnoll articles released in Dragon magazine. We discuss the expanded info about the races culture. We also go over the revised racial powers, new racial feats, and paragon paths for these races.

When talking about Gnolls, we compare them to Reavers from Firefly

Jason talks a bit about Forgotten Realms. I jump in about some of what I have heard about Forgotten Realms, as well as what I have heard about what is planned for Eberron.

We also breifly mention the Genasi and the Drow (just another elf).

This episode comes in at about an hour. To discuss this episode or anything else, head to the forums or email us at podcast@runningdtw.com

-Matt

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/10/episode-7-warforged-and-gnolls/feed/ 0 DDI,Warforged Welcome to Episode 7, where we talk about the two races that WOTC has expanded upon through articles in Dragon Magazine.  We go a little long and decide to put off the Playtest Articles till next week. - Banter Items: Battlestar Galactica Least I Coul... Welcome to Episode 7, where we talk about the two races that WOTC has expanded upon through articles in Dragon Magazine.  We go a little long and decide to put off the Playtest Articles till next week. Banter Items: Battlestar Galactica Least I Could Do Link M. Night Shyamalan and his movies Caprica TV series Main Topics: We talk about the Warforged and the Gnoll articles released in Dragon magazine. We discuss the expanded info about the races culture. We also go over the revised racial powers, new racial feats, and paragon paths for these races. When talking about Gnolls, we compare them to Reavers from Firefly Jason talks a bit about Forgotten Realms. I jump in about some of what I have heard about Forgotten Realms, as well as what I have heard about what is planned for Eberron. We also breifly mention the Genasi and the Drow (just another elf). This episode comes in at about an hour. To discuss this episode or anything else, head to the forums or email us at podcast@runningdtw.com -Matt Matt and Jason yes 1:00:57 Episode 6 – D&D Insider http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/10/episode-6-dd-insider/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/10/episode-6-dd-insider/#comments Mon, 06 Oct 2008 12:59:06 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=21 This week Jason’s back and we talk about WOTC’s D&D Insider. We go over what they currently have up and going and what they plan on having.

Current:
Dungeon and Dragon Magazines
The Rules Compendium
Bonus Tools: Ability Generator and Encounter Builder

Future:
Character Builder
Character Visualizer
Dungeon Mapper
Virtual Game Table

Here is the picture of the shifter in Speed Racer, Jason was talking about.

This episode runs a little over an hour. To discuss this episode or anything else, head to the forums or email us at podcast@runningdtw.com

-Matt

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/10/episode-6-dd-insider/feed/ 0 DDI,DnD This week Jason's back and we talk about WOTC's D&D Insider. We go over what they currently have up and going and what they plan on having. - Current: Dungeon and Dragon Magazines The Rules Compendium Bonus Tools: Ability Generator and Encounter Builde... This week Jason's back and we talk about WOTC's D&D Insider. We go over what they currently have up and going and what they plan on having. Current: Dungeon and Dragon Magazines The Rules Compendium Bonus Tools: Ability Generator and Encounter Builder Future: Character Builder Character Visualizer Dungeon Mapper Virtual Game Table Here is the picture of the shifter in Speed Racer, Jason was talking about. This episode runs a little over an hour. To discuss this episode or anything else, head to the forums or email us at podcast@runningdtw.com -Matt Matt and Jason yes 1:07:47 Episode 5 – Virtual Tabletop and Online Gaming http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/09/episode-5-virtual-tabletop-and-online-gaming/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/09/episode-5-virtual-tabletop-and-online-gaming/#comments Mon, 15 Sep 2008 15:07:12 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=17 In this episode Jason is MIA so I sit down with our current DM, Tim. Our main topic for this episode is Virtual Tabletop applications and pen and paper gaming over the internet.

Tools we use:
RPTools
Ventrilo

We get off topic a lot in this episode, as Tim and I go on talking about different gaming moments.

-Matt

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/09/episode-5-virtual-tabletop-and-online-gaming/feed/ 0 RPTools,Ventrilo,Virtual Tabletop In this episode Jason is MIA so I sit down with our current DM, Tim. Our main topic for this episode is Virtual Tabletop applications and pen and paper gaming over the internet. - Tools we use: RPTools Ventrilo - We get off topic a lot in this episode, In this episode Jason is MIA so I sit down with our current DM, Tim. Our main topic for this episode is Virtual Tabletop applications and pen and paper gaming over the internet. Tools we use: RPTools Ventrilo We get off topic a lot in this episode, as Tim and I go on talking about different gaming moments. -Matt Matt and Jason yes Episode 4 – Battlemats and Minis http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/09/episode-4-battlemats-and-minis/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/09/episode-4-battlemats-and-minis/#comments Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:08:16 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=16 Better late than never.

We change it up a little this week and start out with some banter talk. We talk about, Mario Kart DS, Battlestar Galactica, the Dresden Files, Pineapple Express, the Clone Wars movie, and the new James Bond coming out later this year.

Our topic of the week is Battlemats and Minis.   We discuss the various options we have used over the course of our gaming. We also discuss the importance of using a battlemat in Dungeons and Dragons through the various editions of the game.

We get a little off topic in a few places, but manage to bring it back around to topic.

Episode runs about 1 hour. Head to the forums or email us to discuss this episode or anything else.

-Matt

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/09/episode-4-battlemats-and-minis/feed/ 0 Battlestar,Clone Wars,DnD,Dresden Files,Minis Better late than never. - We change it up a little this week and start out with some banter talk. We talk about, Mario Kart DS, Battlestar Galactica, the Dresden Files, Pineapple Express, the Clone Wars movie, Better late than never. We change it up a little this week and start out with some banter talk. We talk about, Mario Kart DS, Battlestar Galactica, the Dresden Files, Pineapple Express, the Clone Wars movie, and the new James Bond coming out later this year. Our topic of the week is Battlemats and Minis.   We discuss the various options we have used over the course of our gaming. We also discuss the importance of using a battlemat in Dungeons and Dragons through the various editions of the game. We get a little off topic in a few places, but manage to bring it back around to topic. Episode runs about 1 hour. Head to the forums or email us to discuss this episode or anything else. -Matt Matt and Jason yes Episode 3 – Character sheets, Power Cards and other gamer aids http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/08/episode-3-character-sheets-power-cards-and-other-gamer-aids/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/08/episode-3-character-sheets-power-cards-and-other-gamer-aids/#comments Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:12:15 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=15 In Episode 3 we sit down and talk about alternate character sheets, 4e power cards, the combat crib sheet and condition cards.

Character Sheets:

WOTC’s character sheet
Shado’s landscape character sheet
Mad Irishman’s character sheet

Power Cards:
Ander’s Core Complete Set
Magic Set Editor
Kiznit’s Combat Crib Sheet

Condition Cards by Jim Goings from Dragon’s Avenue

The episode runs about 46 minutes long. Head to the forums to discuss this episode or anything else.

-Matt

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/08/episode-3-character-sheets-power-cards-and-other-gamer-aids/feed/ 0 Character Sheet,DnD,Power Cards In Episode 3 we sit down and talk about alternate character sheets, 4e power cards, the combat crib sheet and condition cards. - Character Sheets: - WOTC's character sheet Shado's landscape character sheet Mad Irishman's character sheet - Power Cards: ... In Episode 3 we sit down and talk about alternate character sheets, 4e power cards, the combat crib sheet and condition cards. Character Sheets: WOTC's character sheet Shado's landscape character sheet Mad Irishman's character sheet Power Cards: Ander's Core Complete Set Magic Set Editor Kiznit's Combat Crib Sheet Condition Cards by Jim Goings from Dragon's Avenue The episode runs about 46 minutes long. Head to the forums to discuss this episode or anything else. -Matt Matt and Jason yes Episode 2 – 4th Edition Player’s Handbook Part 2 http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/08/episode-2-4th-edition-players-handbook-part-2/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/08/episode-2-4th-edition-players-handbook-part-2/#comments Mon, 04 Aug 2008 16:10:33 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=14 We continue our discussion about 4th Edition, finishing up the Player’s Handbook. Another long one, we get talking and babble on far longer than intended.

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/08/episode-2-4th-edition-players-handbook-part-2/feed/ 0 We continue our discussion about 4th Edition, finishing up the Player's Handbook. Another long one, we get talking and babble on far longer than intended. We continue our discussion about 4th Edition, finishing up the Player's Handbook. Another long one, we get talking and babble on far longer than intended. Matt and Jason yes Episode 1 – 4th Edition Player’s Handbook http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/07/episode-1-4th-edition-players-handbook/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/07/episode-1-4th-edition-players-handbook/#comments Mon, 28 Jul 2008 16:48:35 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=13 This is part one of our discussion about the Dungeons and Dragons 4th Edition Player’s Handbook. We end up spending a lot more time than we planned talking about not just the PHB but 4th Edition in general. We will be releasing part two next week, which is off from our planned every other week release schedule. Also note that as a general discussion about 4th Edition, the format of these first two episodes is not the general format our show will take.

So Enjoy our ramblings about 4th Edition in general and its comparison to previous editions of Dungeons and Dragons.

-Matt

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/07/episode-1-4th-edition-players-handbook/feed/ 0 This is part one of our discussion about the Dungeons and Dragons 4th Edition Player's Handbook. We end up spending a lot more time than we planned talking about not just the PHB but 4th Edition in general. We will be releasing part two next week, This is part one of our discussion about the Dungeons and Dragons 4th Edition Player's Handbook. We end up spending a lot more time than we planned talking about not just the PHB but 4th Edition in general. We will be releasing part two next week, which is off from our planned every other week release schedule. Also note that as a general discussion about 4th Edition, the format of these first two episodes is not the general format our show will take. So Enjoy our ramblings about 4th Edition in general and its comparison to previous editions of Dungeons and Dragons. -Matt Matt and Jason yes Podcast Introduction http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/07/podcast-introduction/ http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/07/podcast-introduction/#comments Sat, 19 Jul 2008 23:31:26 +0000 Matt http://www.runningdtw.com/?p=8 A introduction to the podcast, short and sweet.

Download here or listen below.

]]> http://www.runningdtw.com/2008/07/podcast-introduction/feed/ 0 A introduction to the podcast, short and sweet. - Download here or listen below. A introduction to the podcast, short and sweet. Download here or listen below. Matt and Jason yes