Show Notes
What happens when self-proclaimed podcast pros dive into Tales of the Valiant? Chaos, laughter, and some surprisingly insightful RPG chatter! This week on the RPGBOT.Podcast, we tackle everything from crafting epic encounters (complete with imaginary theme music) to debating whether luck should be a mechanic or just what you need to survive your GM’s wrath. We even brainstorm high-speed carriage chases—because who doesn’t want Fast & Furious: Medieval Drift?
Oh, and don’t miss our deep dive into in-game diseases (plagues at the tavern, anyone?) and a head-to-head showdown between the Tales of the Valiant GM Guide and the 2024 Dungeon Master’s Guide. Which one reigns supreme? You’ll have to listen to find out!
Tune in now, and prepare to roll… or laugh… or both. Warning: You might suddenly want to homebrew dragon-car combat.
SUMMARY
In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, the hosts flex their podcasting prowess (read: make it up as they go) and dive headfirst into Tales of the Valiant. It’s like they opened a treasure chest of new RPG mechanics and dumped it all on the table. Topics include Game Mastering 101 (and 201, 301, and possibly PhD-level encounter crafting), the joys of diseases (in-game only, we hope), and why luck is no longer just for gamblers.
The hosts also explore the combat rules, including aerial and vehicle fights, because every adventurer needs a mid-air dragon fight or a fast-and-furious-style carriage chase. They geek out over dungeon-building tools, NPC social dynamics, and how to brew up monsters in the Homebrewer’s Toolbox without needing an apron.
Finally, the episode wraps up with a showdown between the Tales of the Valiant GM Guide and the 2024 Dungeon Master’s Guide. Who reigns supreme? Tune in to find out, and maybe laugh a little along the way. Warning: Side effects may include a sudden urge to roll initiative.
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