The DM's Cantrip
Welcome, traveler! Name's Alaric, Keeper of the Hearth, and this has been my favorite stool for over a decade. I've seen green adventurers become legendary heroes, and I've seen Dungeon Masters weave tales that would make the gods weep.
In all that time, I’ve picked up a few simple tricks of the trade—little spells for a better story. That’s what "The DM's Cantrip" is all about: short tales and easy advice to help you roll dice and tell stories with confidence. So grab an ale, and let's talk shop.
The DM's Cantrip is a TTRPG and Dungeons and Dragons podcast centered around teaching new players and DM's alike the tricks and tips of the game and sharing stories from my own table. Hope you enjoy!
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 21 minutes
- Episodes
- 5
- Years Active
- 2025
S1.E5 Understanding the Keepers of Fate
Alaric, Keeper of the Hearth, introduces Episode 5 of The DM's Cantrip, focusing on understanding the dice used in roleplaying games. He explains the purpose and common uses for each of the seven sta…
S1.E4. What Do I Need to Buy?
In this episode of The DM's Cantrip, Alaric the Keeper of the Hearth guides new players through the essential purchases for starting Dungeons & Dragons.
He breaks down the three main entry points: th…
S1.E3. The Three Pillars of Play
This episode of The DMs Cantrip explores the three core activities that make up a Dungeons & Dragons game: Exploration, Social Interaction, and Combat, also known as the Three Pillars of Play.
Host A…
S1.E2. The Holy Trinity: The Player, The DM, and The Dice
This episode of The DM's Cantrip dives into the "Holy Trinity" of Dungeons & Dragons: The Player, The Dungeon Master, and The Dice. Host Alaric, Keeper of the Hearth, explains the unique role each pl…
S1.E1. What is D&D?
Embark on your D&D journey with "The DMs Cantrip"! In this inaugural episode, join host Alaric, Keeper of the Hearth, as he demystifies Dungeons & Dragons. Discover its origins from historical wargam…