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Like Dragon Like Son - Podcast

Like Dragon Like Son

Father and son team, Jay and Jack Oatway, bring together two generations of Dungeons and Dragons experience. They discuss fun, offbeat ways to bring more to the table. From how to create characters that challenge expectations, to building a more well-rounded campaign: tune in for fresh perspectives for players and DMs, whether you are new to the game, or are a seasoned veteran.

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53 minutes
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123
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2020 - 2024
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Tonight We Ride

Tonight We Ride

We look at a few ways to have more fun with the whole party on steeds! And not just your average horses. We have everything from Axebeaks to Owlsbears. Plus a simple table rule to make all the mount…

01:02:26  |   Fri 29 Jan 2021
Candlekeep Lore

Candlekeep Lore

With the announcement of a new D&D adventure book, The Candlekeep Mysteries scheduled to come out this spring, we stop to have a quick look at the lore surrounding Candlekeep and find out why it attr…

00:48:43  |   Fri 22 Jan 2021
How to Stop Over-prepping and Trust Your Improv Skills

How to Stop Over-prepping and Trust Your Improv Skills

Right now, DMs are out there planning for something for their next session. They making maps, building encounters, and weaving intricate plots. There are also DMs who are stressed out because they do…

00:53:14  |   Fri 15 Jan 2021
Multiclassing With Two Spellcasting Classes

Multiclassing With Two Spellcasting Classes

As part of a New Year Resolution to try new things in D&D, we have been making characters we wouldn't normally make, starting with a Druid-Warlock. It's a strange combo, but with a little creativity,…

00:56:57  |   Fri 08 Jan 2021
Resolutions for a New Year of Great D&D

Resolutions for a New Year of Great D&D

It's important that we start the New Year off on the right foot, so we are setting our sights on some goals for the new year: which classes to play that we haven't given a chancve to, which races cou…

00:26:23  |   Fri 01 Jan 2021
Which Magic Items Does Your Character Want Under the Holiday Tree?

Which Magic Items Does Your Character Want Under the Holiday Tree?

This week we make our list a check it twice, finding out which magic items are naughty or nice -- it's like a holiday gift guide for all those DMs out there who don't know what to give their players.…

01:00:00  |   Fri 18 Dec 2020
Top 10 Tips For Playing D&D Online

Top 10 Tips For Playing D&D Online

As more and more of us find our way to online games of D&D, we need to look for the best practices that unlock the best experience possible. From camera tips to virtual table top ettiquette, this we…

00:53:01  |   Fri 11 Dec 2020
Calling For More Roleplay Not More Skill Checks

Calling For More Roleplay Not More Skill Checks

In a time when more and more of us are increasingly playing online, we've noticed a deminishing amout of roleplay -- both in our own online games, and the ones we watch online. The advent of virtual …

01:01:34  |   Fri 04 Dec 2020
Fresh Spells From the Cauldron of Everything

Fresh Spells From the Cauldron of Everything

Tired of the same old boring spells.? Frustrated that your DM prohibits all UA content. Well get ready you fancy wizard paper and magic ink, because this week we look at the spells made official in t…

00:37:33  |   Fri 27 Nov 2020
Into the Cauldron, Part 2 -- The UA that made it, got nerfed, or got cut

Into the Cauldron, Part 2 -- The UA that made it, got nerfed, or got cut

In this second part of our special two-part episode, we look back at the UA documents and compare what we have been playtesting with what is now official content in Tasha's Cauldron of Everything. We…

00:59:46  |   Fri 20 Nov 2020
Into the Cauldron, Part 1 -- The UA that made it, got nerfed, or got cut

Into the Cauldron, Part 1 -- The UA that made it, got nerfed, or got cut

With the release of Tasha's Cauldron of Everything, we look back at the UA documents and compare what we have been playtesting with what is now official content. We look at what got changed, some for…

00:58:57  |   Thu 19 Nov 2020
Subclass Survey: The Best & The Worst

Subclass Survey: The Best & The Worst

In preparation for the release of Tasha's Cauldron of Everything, we take a look at some of the best and worst subclasses in the game so far (in Jack's opinion), explaining why each one deserves thei…

01:00:39  |   Fri 13 Nov 2020
The Endless Web

The Endless Web

Have you ever felt that combat isn't spicy enough anymore? This week, we discuss a 20th level halloween one-shot we played, sharing our experiences and giving tips on how to make your 20th level comb…

00:45:45  |   Fri 06 Nov 2020
DM's Workshop: College of the Dirge

DM's Workshop: College of the Dirge

This week we return to the DM's Workshop to explore one of our own homebrew subclasses for bard, the College of the Dirge. A bard which turns their bardic inspiration into a curse and draws from the …

00:35:12  |   Fri 30 Oct 2020
Finding the Right Balance for Combat Encounters

Finding the Right Balance for Combat Encounters

This week we look at how to make build a combat encounter that is both challenging, and fun -- deadly, yet winnable. We discuss all the different factors at play, from multi-monster battles to Boss f…

00:46:59  |   Fri 23 Oct 2020
P.A.N.D.A. PVP

P.A.N.D.A. PVP

Have you ever wanted to run a battle against your friends at the table? Do you feel the pvp in dnd kinda sucks? This week, we take a look at how to make P.V.P. (Player versus Player) combat actually …

00:37:14  |   Fri 16 Oct 2020
The Fey Prince & The Magic of Wine

The Fey Prince & The Magic of Wine

Have you wanted to play a Satyr? How about an Artificer who isn't all about gadgets and technology? This week, we talk about how to bring personality into your builds, from adding flavour to spells t…

00:38:52  |   Fri 09 Oct 2020
Tour of the Multiverse: The Inner Planes

Tour of the Multiverse: The Inner Planes

Don't forget to write us a postcard! This week, we take a tour around the Inner Planes, which are the 'planes' of existence that you'll most likely end up on at some point. From the feywild to the hi…

01:00:34  |   Fri 02 Oct 2020
Flagons & Fisticuffs: A Guide to Bar Fights

Flagons & Fisticuffs: A Guide to Bar Fights

Ah yes, the classic D&D setting, a tavern. This week, we explore how to make the most of a tavern fight, exploring different character builds, feats, and supplements. Whether this is your first bar f…

00:39:03  |   Fri 25 Sep 2020
So You Killed the Dragon... Now What?

So You Killed the Dragon... Now What?

In this weeks episode, we take a look at everything Downtime, the shopping episode of every D&D party. Join us this episode as we teach you how to buy from shady dealers, lose all your money while ga…

01:04:10  |   Fri 18 Sep 2020
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