#47 - Anthony from The Daily DM returns for his third appearance on Claim to Game. We start with Call of Cthulhu, one of the most popular TTRPGs worldwide, breaking down why it works so well for horror, suspense, and cosmic dread. Anthony shares advice for running unforgettable one-shots, from Halloween showstoppers to eerie additions in long-running campaigns, plus stories from The Haunt series for D&D 5E. To wrap up, Anthony tackles the Rapid Fire Holiday Round, recommending systems and adventure hooks for Christmas, Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, and more. Seasonal scares and festive fun, all in one episode. Discount Code for Daily Dungeon Master Store: Claim2Game - 15% Off Anything in the Store - https://www.thedailydungeonmaster.com/store46debe35  Games & Modules Mentioned During the Episode: Call of Cthulhu 7E - Starter Set - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/coc Rune Quest - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/runequest  Fiasco 2E - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/fiasco  Dread - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/dread  10 Candles - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/10candles  How the Lich Stole Christmas (D&D 5E) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/lichstolechristmas  The Haunt - Roll20 VTT (D&D 5E) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/thehaunt  The Haunt - 3-in-1 (D&D 5E) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/thehaunt3in1  The Madhouse of Tasha’s Kiss (D&D 5E) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/tashaskiss  Date Night Dungeon Couple’s Adventure (D&D 5E)- https://claimtogamepodcast.com/blackthornclan  Bluebeard’s Bride - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/bluebeardsbride  The Leprechaun’s Plague (D&D 5E) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/leprechuansplague April Fool’s Gold (D&D 5E Encounter) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/aprilfoolsgold  Betrayal at the House on the Hill - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/betrayalhouseonhill  D&D 5E Starter Set - Roll20 VTT - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/5estarterroll20  Pendragon Starter Set - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/pendragon  7th Sea Core Rules - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/7thsea  Dungeon Crawl Classic - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/dcc  Episodes Mentioned: 018: Don’t be Scared of Horror - Why you should give the horror TTRPG genre a chance, with Kenneth Hite - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/018-dont-be-scared-of-horror-why-you-should-give-the-horror-ttrpg-genre-a-chance-with-kenneth-hite  044: Natural Threats - How Environment Shapes Story in TTRPGs - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/044-natural-threats-how-environment-shapes-story-in-ttrpgs  045: Organized Chaos - Behind the Screen of RPG Communities from Scratch - With Anthony - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/045-organized-chaos-behind-the-screen-of-rpg-communities-from-scratch-with-anthony  Resources Mentioned: Ken and Robin Talk About Stuff (Podcast) - https://www.kenandrobintalkaboutstuff.com/  Call of Cthulhu - Getting Started - https://www.chaosium.com/call-of-cthulhu-getting-started/  Every Dread Story (or link to buy) - https://www.reddit.com/r/dread/comments/1dfso1x/every_dread_story_i_found_and_official_links_to/  CTG’s RPG Content Consent in Gaming Survey (Copy) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/consentsurvey  Connect with Anthony Anthony on Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/thedailydm.bsky.social Anthony on Instagram - http://instagram.com/thedailydmblog Anthony on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@the.daily.dm  The Daily Dungeon Master Blog - https://www.thedailydungeonmaster.com/  *As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Better Yourself | Better Your Game - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/newsletter  Find

#46 - Why do tabletop RPGs like Dungeons & Dragons resonate so deeply with players on the autism spectrum? How can storytelling, character roleplay, and a good session of dice-rolling help build social skills, confidence, and genuine connection—for anyone, autistic or not? In this episode, Clint sits down with YouTuber, spokesperson, and lifelong gamer Ron Desi, who shares how he leads D&D sessions for young autistic men in a way that’s safe, empowering, and fun. Whether you’re a player, a parent, or just curious about the power of games, this conversation offers fresh insight into how roleplaying unlocks community, creativity, and growth.   RPG Class in Real Life Quiz 🤔 - https://dungeonnoob-class-quiz.scoreapp.com/    Ron’s Game Store 🎲 - https://gamehavenmd.com/    Episodes Mentioned: 039: Should You Pay for a Pro GM? With David Northeast - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/039-should-you-pay-for-a-pro-gm-with-david-northeast  042: Beyond D&D - What Makes TTRPGs Click for Kids and Adults? With Martin Lloyd - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/042-beyond-dd-what-makes-ttrpgs-click-for-kids-and-adults-with-martin-lloyd  Games & Modules Mentioned During the Episode: D&D Monster Manual 2024 (Roll20 VTT) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/dndmm2024  D&D Monster Manual 2014 (Roll20 VTT) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/dndmm2014  Dragons of Stormwreck Isle 2022 Starter Set (Roll20 VTT) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/dragonsofstormwreck  D&D Legend of Drizzt (Board Game) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/legendofdrizzt  Yellow King Roleplaying Game (PDF) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/yellowking  Amazing tales (Multiple Formats) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/amazingtales  Resources Mentioned: Slaying the Dragon: A Secret History of Dungeons & Dragons (Hardcover) - https://www.amazon.com/Slaying-Dragon-History-Dungeons-Dragons/dp/125027804X Defeat Your Demons with Dungeons & Dragons | Fandom Uncovered - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gUcx45ryT0 How to Find a D&D Group (The 2025 Guide!) - https://youtu.be/5lwHVoDK-UA?si=scMlfkBzsJA7-i5J Kennedy Krieger Institute - https://www.kennedykrieger.org/ Dice Shame Podcast - https://www.diceshamepodcast.com/ Roll the Bones Podcast - https://www.rollthebonespodcast.com/ The Lazy Dungeon Master - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/lazydm Return of the Lazy Dungeon Master - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/lazydm2 Make Noise by Eric Nuzem - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/makenoise  Connect with Ron Ron on YouTube (Shorts) - https://www.youtube.com/@DungeonNoob/shorts  Ron on YouTube (Longs) - https://www.youtube.com/@DungeonNoob/videos Email - ron@dungeonnoob.com *As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Better Yourself | Better Your Game - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/newsletter  Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- https://discord.gg/UcZVE2SDe2 Connect on Bluesky 🦋 - https://bsky.app/profile/clintscheirer.claimtogamepodcast.com  Connect on Threads 🧵 - https://www.threads.net/@clintscheirer  Join us on Patreon for exclusive content access - http://patreon.com/ClaimtoGame Send feedback, thoughts, or suggestions to clint.scheirer@claimtogamepodcast.com

#45 - Anthony, The Daily Dungeon Master, is back sharing the real-life magic of starting and sustaining organized tabletop RPG groups. From running Adventurers League tables to launching a high school gaming club, Anthony shares stories, lessons, and practical advice on building community through shared storytelling. Whether you’re thinking of starting a TTRPG club, joining an official play program, or just want to get more games going consistently, this one’s for you. Discount Code for Daily Dungeon Master Store: Claim2Game - 15% Off Anything in the Store - https://www.thedailydungeonmaster.com/store46debe35  High Ground Hobbies - Madison, AL - https://www.highgroundhobbies.com/high-ground-hobbies  Games & Modules Mentioned During the Episode: Tales From the Loop - Like Stranger Things - (PDF) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/talesfromtheloop  Dread - Uses Jenga Tower (PDF) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/dread Call of Cthulhu Starter Set (PDF) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/coc Cyberpunk Red (PDF) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/cyberpunkred How the Lich Stole Christmas by Wizard Sleeve Studios (PDF) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/lichstolechristmas Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus (Remastered - Roll20) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/descentintoavenus Frostwind Dale: Rime of the Frost Maiden (Roll 20) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/rimeoffrostmaiden Keys from the Golden Vault (Roll20) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/keysfromgoldenvault Eberron Campaign - Oracle of War (PDF Bundle) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/oracleofwar Alien RPG (Starter Set PDF) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/alien Rune Quest (PDF) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/runequest Pendragon (PDF) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/pendragon  Resources Mentioned: Puffin Forest (YouTube) - Adventurer’s League - https://youtu.be/0O_77DTXVgI?si=l6M-z7x0QVfGOiMU  Connect with Anthony Anthony on Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/thedailydm.bsky.social Anthony on Instagram - http://instagram.com/thedailydmblog Anthony on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@the.daily.dm The Daily Dungeon Master Blog - https://www.thedailydungeonmaster.com/ *As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- https://discord.gg/UcZVE2SDe2 Connect on Bluesky 🦋 - https://bsky.app/profile/clintscheirer.claimtogamepodcast.com  Connect on Threads 🧵 - https://www.threads.net/@clintscheirer  Join us on Patreon for exclusive content access - http://patreon.com/ClaimtoGame Send feedback, thoughts, or suggestions to clint.scheirer@claimtogamepodcast.com

🎙️ Be a Podcast Guest https://claimtogamepodcast.com/podcastguest  #44 - Environmental factors like weather, terrain, and landscape can powerfully shape a tabletop RPG session’s mood, challenges, and player choices. In some “eco-horror” style narratives even the land itself can strike back – trees moving, rivers flooding, and storms arriving seemingly at will. Seasoned GM and author of the Daily DM Blog, Anthony shares how setting details and natural forces to deepen immersion, influence decisions, and enrich storytelling in D&D and other role-playing games. Discount Code for Daily Dungeon Master Store: CLAIM2GAME - 15% Off Anything in the Store - https://www.thedailydungeonmaster.com/store46debe35  Episodes Mentioned: 038: Next-Level Worldbuilding for Every TTRPG – With David Northeast https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/038-next-level-worldbuilding-for-every-ttrpg-with-david-northeast  034: Which Tabletop RPG is a Good Fit for Your Gaming Group? - With Craig Shipman - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/034goodfitgamecraigshipman  Resources Mentioned: Roll20 VTT - https://roll20.net/ Waterdeep: Dragon Heist | Roll20 VTT - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/waterdeepdragonheist Eberron Campaign - Oracle of War (PDF Bundle) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/oracleofwar Dungeons of Drakkenheim (PDF & Roll20 Bundle) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/dungeonofdrakkenheim Rune Quest Starter Set (PDF) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/runequest Call of Cthulhu Starter Set (PDF) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/coc The Monsters Know What Their Doing (Book) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/monstersknow Mistborn: The Final Empire (Book) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/mistbornnovel Hero Quest (Board Game) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/heroquest  Connect with Anthony Anthony on Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/thedailydm.bsky.social Anthony on Instagram - http://instagram.com/thedailydmblog Anthony on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@the.daily.dm The Daily Dungeon Master Blog - https://www.thedailydungeonmaster.com/ *As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- https://discord.gg/UcZVE2SDe2 Connect on Bluesky 🦋 - https://bsky.app/profile/clintscheirer.claimtogamepodcast.com  Connect on Threads 🧵 - https://www.threads.net/@clintscheirer  Join us on Patreon for exclusive content access - http://patreon.com/ClaimtoGame Send feedback, thoughts, or suggestions to clint.scheirer@claimtogamepodcast.com

🎙️ Be a Podcast Guest https://claimtogamepodcast.com/podcastguest  #R9 - This episode’s a rewind of my most downloaded one ever—yep, the big question: should you play with a Gamemaster or try a GM-less game? I break down the pros and cons of both, share some honest takes from my own tables, and help you figure out what fits your crew best. Whether you missed it the first time or need a fresh perspective, this one still hits. Settle in—it’s a fun ride. Previous Episodes Mentioned: 035: Top Best GM-Less TTRPGs - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/035-top-5-best-gm-less-ttrpgs  Items mentioned during episode: The Lazy Dungeon Master by Michael E. Shea - Click Here Return of the Lazy Dungeon Master by Michael E. Shea - Click Here Age of Ravens games blog's extensive list of GM titles - Click Here Ironsworn by Shawn Tomkin - Click Here Ironsworn: Starforged by Shawn Tomkin - Click Here We Three Kings by Grant Howitt - Click Here Fiasco by Jason Morningstar - Click Here Honey Heist - PDF Version - Click Here Die: The RPG - PDF Version - Click Here Spire: The City Must Fall - PDF Version - Click Here One Last Job - PDF Version - Click Here Heart: The City Beneath - PDF Version - Click Here Eat the Reich - PDF Version - Click Here *As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- https://discord.gg/UcZVE2SDe2 Connect on Bluesky 🦋 - https://bsky.app/profile/clintscheirer.claimtogamepodcast.com  Connect on Threads 🧵 - https://www.threads.net/@clintscheirer  Join us on Patreon for exclusive content access - http://patreon.com/ClaimtoGame Send feedback, thoughts, or suggestions to clint.scheirer@claimtogamepodcast.com

🎙️ Be a Podcast Guest https://claimtogamepodcast.com/podcastguest  #43 - Why should you consider attending a tabletop gaming convention or event? Can’t you just stay home and play with your friends? Gary “Gaz” Bowerbank shares his battle-tested wisdom from attending countless tabletop gaming conventions over the years. Whether you're considering your first convention, thinking about running games at events, or you're a convention veteran who needs tips for maintaining your energy and stamina, this conversation delivers exactly what you need! Episodes Mentioned: 016: Keep Your Eye on the Ball - How to Play to Your Strengths During a Tabletop Roleplaying Game, With Robin D. Laws - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/016-keep-your-eye-on-the-ball-how-to-play-to-your-strengths-during-a-tabletop-roleplaying-game-with-robin-d-laws 018: Don’t Be Scared of Horror - Why you should give the horror TTRPG genre a chance, with Kenneth Hite - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/018-dont-be-scared-of-horror-why-you-should-give-the-horror-ttrpg-genre-a-chance-with-kenneth-hite  Games Mentioned During the Episode: Mage: The Ascension (Revised) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/mageascension  Nephilim RPG (Chaosium) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/nephilim  Mouse Guard Roleplaying Game - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/mouseguard  Resources Mentioned: Facebook Group - Kraken Gaming Convention - https://www.facebook.com/theKraken.de  Stuff of Nightmares (5E-One Shot- Level 18 PCs) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/nightmares  Ken and Robin Talk About Stuff Podcast - https://www.kenandrobintalkaboutstuff.com/  Robin’s Laws of Good Game Mastering - https://www.sjgames.com/robinslaws/  Connect with Gaz Gaz on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/evilgaz.bsky.social Gaz on Twitter (X)   / the_smart_party     The Unconventional GMs - http://www.youtube.com/@unconventionalgms What Would The Smart Party Do? Podcast - www.whatwouldthesmartpartydo.com *As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- https://discord.gg/UcZVE2SDe2 Connect on Bluesky 🦋 - https://bsky.app/profile/clintscheirer.claimtogamepodcast.com  Connect on Threads 🧵 - https://www.threads.net/@clintscheirer  Join us on Patreon for exclusive content access - http://patreon.com/ClaimtoGame Send feedback, thoughts, or suggestions to clint.scheirer@claimtogamepodcast.com

🎙️ Be a Podcast Guest https://claimtogamepodcast.com/podcastguest  #42 - A vast world of tabletop gaming exists beyond the familiar realms of Dungeons & Dragons. In this episode, Clint speaks with Martin Lloyd, a father, lifelong gamer, and game designer who created a game to play with his four-year-old daughter on a rainy afternoon and published Amazing Tales by 2019. This game requires no prep for parents and makes GMing so simple that a 4-year-old can master it. We explore how to introduce children to this remarkable hobby and how to engage and connect with our children in meaningful ways. Let's talk about what else there is to play!" Check Out Martin Lloyd’s AMAZING TALES: Amazing Tales (Multiple Formats) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/amazingtales The Big Book of Amazing Tales (Multiple Formats) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/bbamazingtales  Studio 2 Publishing - https://studio2publishing.com/  Other Games Mentioned: Dungeons & Dragons 5E - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/5ephb2024 Pathfinder 2E (Beginner Box) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/pf2ebeginnersbox Starfinder 2E - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/sf2eplaytest The One Ring 2E - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/onering2e Warhammer 40K: Imperium Maledictum - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/imperiummaledictum  Resources Mentioned: The Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay Stainer - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/coachinghabit  The Lazy Dungeon Master - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/lazydm  Return of the Lazy Dungeon Master - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/lazydm2 Connect with Martin: Website - https://amazing-tales.net/  *As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- https://discord.gg/UcZVE2SDe2 Connect on Bluesky 🦋 - https://bsky.app/profile/clintscheirer.claimtogamepodcast.com  Connect on Threads 🧵 - https://www.threads.net/@clintscheirer  Join us on Patreon for exclusive content access - http://patreon.com/ClaimtoGame Send feedback, thoughts, or suggestions to clint.scheirer@claimtogamepodcast.com

🎙️ Be a Podcast Guest https://claimtogamepodcast.com/podcastguest    #41 - There is an expansive world of tabletop and board gaming outside the familiar realms of Dungeons & Dragons. In this episode, Clint speaks with David Masnato, a seasoned creator, community manager, and board game designer whose experience to both the mainstream and indie communities have given him a unique vantage point on the gaming industry. Let's talk about what else there is to play! Episodes Mentioned: 016: Keep Your Eye on the Ball – How to Play to Your Strengths During a Tabletop Roleplaying Game, With Robin D. Laws - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/016-keep-your-eye-on-the-ball-how-to-play-to-your-strengths-during-a-tabletop-roleplaying-game-with-robin-d-laws 034: Which Tabletop RPG is a Good Fit for Your Gaming Group? - With Craig Shipman - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/034goodfitgamecraigshipman Games Mentioned During the Episode: Wingspan (With Swift Start Pack - Box) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/wingspan Dungeons & Dragons - PHB 2024 - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/5ephb2024  Blades in the Dark (PDF)  - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/blades  Kids on Bikes - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/kidsonbikes2e  Moon Rings - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/moonrings Dungeon Crawl Classics - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/dcc  Roll Player Adventures (Box) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/rollplayeradventures  Spirit Island (Box) - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/spiritisland  Resources Mentioned: https://junkfoodgames.itch.io/ https://www.lunarpunk.games/ The Emperor's High Score - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CTKf4cB9iy8  Burn After Running RPG Blog - https://burnafterrunningrpg.com/  PAX Unplugged - https://unplugged.paxsite.com/en-us/info/about-pax-unplugged.html  Virtual Tabletops: Roll20.net https://foundryvtt.com/  https://www.tabletopsimulator.com/  https://en.boardgamearena.com/  https://screentop.gg/  Connect with David Masnato https://www.davidmasnato.com/  Connect on Bluesky 🦋 https://bsky.app/profile/davidmasnato.com  Break My Game Discord - https://discord.com/invite/3XM4Tbc Protospiel Online - https://protospiel.online/ *As an amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- https://discord.gg/UcZVE2SDe2 Connect on Bluesky 🦋 - https://bsky.app/profile/clintscheirer.claimtogamepodcast.com  Connect on Threads 🧵 - https://www.threads.net/@clintscheirer  Join us on Patreon for exclusive content access - http://patreon.com/ClaimtoGame Send feedback, thoughts, or suggestions to clint.scheirer@claimtogamepodcast.com

🎲 Free 30 -Minute Strategy Call – GM Coaching   https://calendly.com/clint-scheirer-claimtogamepodcast/strategy-call-for-coaching   🎙️ Be a Podcast Guest   https://calendly.com/clint-scheirer-claimtogamepodcast/book-interview   #40 - Pacing a TTRPG game can be tricky. Guy Milner, From The Burn After Running RPG Blog, and a regular host of the Unconventional GMs podcast gave me some great tips about how to keep the pace and run fantastic one-shot games. In our conversation Guy shares: Why one shot RPGs sessions are just as valid as long campaigns. His SWELL structure gives players the full emotional arc for their characters during one and done games. He’s also going to give  you a TON of other Tabletop games you should go out and play.   Connect with Guy Milner: Guy on Bluesky 💙 @burnafterrunning.bsky.social 🏃🏼 Burn After Running Blog (Guy’s Blog) -  https://burnafterrunningrpg.com/ The Unconventional GMs - http://www.youtube.com/@unconventionalgms Episodes Mentioned: 016: Keep Your Eye on the Ball – How to Play to Your Strengths During a Tabletop Roleplaying Game, With Robin D. Laws - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/016-keep-your-eye-on-the-ball-how-to-play-to-your-strengths-during-a-tabletop-roleplaying-game-with-robin-d-laws 034: Which Tabletop RPG is a Good Fit for Your Gaming Group? - With Craig Shipman - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/034goodfitgamecraigshipman 13th Age in Glorantha : One Shot | The Beard of Lhankor Mhy | Actual Play - Unconventional GMs Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yj_02dlUVDI&list=PLTLQlkAda9QaW3wGSHjEmrxAMfV0D7Vnu&index=38 Cold City : One Shot | Second Edition | Playtest | Actual Play - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWqsXDu4IIU&list=PLTLQlkAda9QaW3wGSHjEmrxAMfV0D7Vnu&index=4 Slugblaster : One Shot | Megamallrats | Actual Play - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MR2q6gLfx0Y   Games Mentioned During the Episode: 13th Age Glorantha - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/234486/13th-age-glorantha?keyword=13th%20age%20gorlantha&affiliate_id=4263376 Agon (PDF) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/328661/agon?affiliate_id=4263376 Ironsworn (Multiple Formats) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/238369/ironsworn?affiliate_id=4263376 Apocalypse World 2E (PDF) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/194344/apocalypse-world-2nd-ed?affiliate_id=4263376 Ironsworn: Starforged (PDF) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/391653/ironsworn-starforged?affiliate_id=4263376 Vaesen - Nordic Horror Roleplaying (PDF) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/319119/vaesen-nordic-horror-roleplaying?src=hottest_filtered&affiliate_id=4263376 MUTANT: Year Zero - Roleplaying At The End Of Days (PDF) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/139453/mutant-year-zero-roleplaying-at-the-end-of-days?src=hottest_filtered&affiliate_id=4263376 Dungeon Crawl Classics RPG (DCC RPG) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/101050/dungeon-crawl-classics-rpg-dcc-rpg?affiliate_id=4263376 Fate Core System (PDF) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/114903/fate-core-system?affiliate_id=4263376 Slugblaster | Kickflip Over a Quantum Centipede - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/411803/slugblaster-kickflip-over-a-quantum-centipede?affiliate_id=4263376 The Dracula Dossier: Director's Handbook - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/165856/the-dracula-dossier-director-s-handbook?affiliate_id=4263376 DIE: The Roleplaying Game - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/417563/die-the-roleplaying-game?affiliate_id=4263376 Fabula Ultima TTJRPG -  https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/410108/fabula-ultima-ttjrpg?src=hottest_filtered&affiliate_id=4263376 Resources Mentioned: The Lazy Dungeon Master (PDF) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/108572/the-lazy-dungeon-master?keyword=lazy%20dungeon%20master&productType=2140-core-rulebooks&src=fid2140&affiliate_id=4263376 Return of the Lazy Dungeon Master (Multiple Formats) - https://ww

❓ Free Quiz - Should I pay for a Pro GM?   https://bonus.claimtogamepodcast.com/gmpro    ▶️ YouTube Live Workshop - May 20th - From Empty Chairs to Full Tables - Register Now!   https://claimtogamepodcast.com/fulltables   🎙️ Be a Podcast Guest   https://calendly.com/clint-scheirer-claimtogamepodcast/book-interview    #39 - Does a "real" tabletop gamer - someone who truly loves this hobby - pay to play? Many wonder if hiring a Professional Game Master for your next one-shot or campaign is selling out or simply wasting money. In this episode, we welcome back David Northeast, a professional GM himself, to explore these questions and shed light on the growing trend of paid game mastering. Episodes Mentioned: 028: From Player to Gamemaster - When do you know enough to start your own game? - With Andy Scheirer - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/028-from-player-to-gamemaster-when-do-you-know-enough-to-start-your-own-game-with-andy-scheirer  Games Mentioned During the Episode: Dungeons & Dragons 5E - Starter Set for Roll20 Virtual Tabletop - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/456272/dragons-of-stormwreck-isle-roll20?affiliate_id=4263376  Dungeon Master’s Guide 5E - Roll20 Virtual Tabletop - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/442458/dungeon-master-s-guide-5e-roll20-vtt?affiliate_id=4263376  Connect with David Northeast: https://startplaying.games/gm/ssadventurer https://www.youtube.com/@ssadventurerproductions  https://bsky.app/profile/thecaptain91.bsky.social  Tiktok.com/@thecaptain91 Twitch.tv/ssadventurer X.com/ssadventurer *As an amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- https://discord.gg/UcZVE2SDe2 Connect on Bluesky 🦋 - https://bsky.app/profile/clintscheirer.bsky.social  Connect on Threads 🧵 - https://www.threads.net/@clintscheirer  Join us on Patreon for exclusive content access - http://patreon.com/ClaimtoGame Send feedback, thoughts, or suggestions to clint.scheirer@claimtogamepodcast.com

Why do players leave Tabletop Games? Why do some games just fizzle out? There are some common misconceptions about why players leave games Clint needs to clear up.  ▶️ YouTube Live Workshop - May 20th - From Empty Chairs to Full Tables - Register Now! https://claimtogamepodcast.com/fulltables Episodes Mentioned: 038: Next Level Worldbuilding for Every TTRPG - With David Northeast - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/038-next-level-worldbuilding-for-every-ttrpg-with-david-northeast 029: The Problem with Scheduling Games - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/029-the-problem-with-scheduling-games Games Mentioned During the Episode: D&D 2024 Core | Roll20 VTT [Bundle] - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/484703/d-d-2024-core-roll20-bundle?src=also_purchased&affiliate_id=4263376 *As an amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- https://discord.gg/UcZVE2SDe2 Connect on Bluesky 🦋 - https://bsky.app/profile/clintscheirer.claimtogamepodcast.com  Connect on Threads 🧵 - https://www.threads.net/@clintscheirer  Join us on Patreon for exclusive content access - http://patreon.com/ClaimtoGame Send feedback, thoughts, or suggestions to clint.scheirer@claimtogamepodcast.com

🌎 World- Building Guide   https://bonus.claimtogamepodcast.com/worldbuilding    🎙️ Be a Podcast Guest   https://calendly.com/clint-scheirer-claimtogamepodcast/book-interview    #38 - We live in the world our questions create. What essential questions should every GM and player ask when crafting immersive TTRPG worlds? In this episode, professional GM David Northeast reveals the proven S.P.E.R.M. framework—a powerful system of targeted questions that transforms ordinary settings into unforgettable, living worlds. Whether you're a new or experienced game master, this conversation delivers the exact tools you need to refine your world-building immediately.   Connect with David Northeast: https://startplaying.games/gm/ssadventurer https://www.youtube.com/@ssadventurerproductions  https://bsky.app/profile/thecaptain91.bsky.social  Tiktok.com/@thecaptain91 Twitch.tv/ssadventurer X.com/ssadventurer Episodes Mentioned: Episode 36 - Switching to GM-Less Play: Your Next Adventure! - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/036-switching-to-gm-less-play-your-next-adventure  Episode 35 - Top 5 Best GM-Less TTRPGs - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/035-top-5-best-gm-less-ttrpgs  Episode 9 - Should I play with a Gamemaster or go GM-less? - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/009-should-i-play-with-a-gamemaster-or-go-gm-less    Games Mentioned During the Episode: Blades in the Dark (Softcover & PDF) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/170689/blades-in-the-dark?keyword=Blades%20in%20the%20dark&affiliate_id=4263376    Resources mentioned: Dungeon Draft (Map Making Software) - https://dungeondraft.net/  World Draft (Map Making Software) - https://www.wonderdraft.net/  Scrivener (Notes and Writing Software) - https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener/overview  *As an amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- https://discord.gg/UcZVE2SDe2 Connect on Bluesky 🦋 - https://bsky.app/profile/clintscheirer.bsky.social  Connect on Threads 🧵 - https://www.threads.net/@clintscheirer  Join us on Patreon for exclusive content access - http://patreon.com/ClaimtoGame Send feedback, thoughts, or suggestions to clint.scheirer@claimtogamepodcast.com

🎲 How to Play Goblin Quest (7 Eps) ⚙️ Goblin Quest Rules Hacks (7 Eps)   https://bonus.claimtogamepodcast.com/playgoblinquest    🎲 Free 30 -Minute Strategy Call – GM Coaching   https://calendly.com/clint-scheirer-claimtogamepodcast/strategy-call-for-coaching    #37 - GM-less TTRPGs are on the rise, giving everyone at the table a share of the storytelling, world-building, and roleplay—without the stress or prep. But if you’re a Game Master at heart, you thrive on guiding players through a world you’ve built and keeping the game running smoothly. In this episode, we’re breaking down three GM-less strategies you should master to quickly level up your GM-led games. Episodes Mentioned: Episode 35 - Top 5 Best GM-Less TTRPGs - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/035-top-5-best-gm-less-ttrpgs  Episode 16 - Keep Your Eye on the Ball - With Robin D Laws - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/016-keep-your-eye-on-the-ball-how-to-play-to-your-strengths-during-a-tabletop-roleplaying-game-with-robin-d-laws  Resources Mentioned: Donjon; RPG Tools (Free Generators) -https://donjon.bin.sh/ Games Mentioned During the Episode: Ironsworn - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/238369/ironsworn?affiliate_id=4263376  Ironsworn Starforged - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/391653/ironsworn-starforged?affiliate_id=4263376 Polaris - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/184944/polaris-rpg-core-rulebook-1-english?affiliate_id=4263376  The Fall of Magic - https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/fall-of-magic-revised-edition/?v=0b3b97fa6688  The Quiet Year - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/110152/the-quiet-year?affiliate_id=4263376  Fiasco 2E - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/335287/fiasco?affiliate_id=4263376  Upright Citizens Brigade Comedy Improvisation Manual (Paperback) - https://a.co/d/8S9pJ7t  *As an amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- https://discord.gg/UcZVE2SDe2 Connect on Bluesky 🦋 - https://bsky.app/profile/clintscheirer.bsky.social  Connect on Threads 🧵 - https://www.threads.net/@clintscheirer  Join us on Patreon for exclusive content access - http://patreon.com/ClaimtoGame Send feedback, thoughts, or suggestions to clint.scheirer@claimtogamepodcast.com

🎲 How to Play Goblin Quest (7 Eps) ⚙️ Goblin Quest Rules Hacks (7 Eps)   https://bonus.claimtogamepodcast.com/playgoblinquest    🎲 Free 15-Minute Strategy Call – GM Coaching   https://calendly.com/clint-scheirer-claimtogamepodcast/strategy-call-for-coaching   #36 - For some gamers, playing games with a GM is the only type of Tabletop RPG they’ve ever known. When your eyes are opened to the flexibility, and shared participation of GM-less games, it’s easy to want to give a GM-less game a go. But how do you make the transition from a GM-led Game to a GM-less Game? It’s easier than you think.   Episodes Mentioned: Episode 35 - Top 5 Best GM-Less TTRPGs - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/035-top-5-best-gm-less-ttrpgs  Games Mentioned During the Episode: We Three Kings (PDF) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/279770/we-three-kings?affiliate_id=4263376 Fiasco 2E (Multiple Formats) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/335287/fiasco?affiliate_id=4263376 *As an amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- https://discord.gg/UcZVE2SDe2 Connect on Bluesky 🦋 - https://bsky.app/profile/clintscheirer.bsky.social  Connect on Threads 🧵 - https://www.threads.net/@clintscheirer  Join us on Patreon for exclusive content access - http://patreon.com/ClaimtoGame Send feedback, thoughts, or suggestions to clint.scheirer@claimtogamepodcast.com

🎲 How to Play Goblin Quest (7 Eps) ⚙️ Goblin Quest Rules Hacks (7 Eps) https://bonus.claimtogamepodcast.com/playgoblinquest 🎲 Free 15-Minute Strategy Call – GM Coaching https://calendly.com/clint-scheirer-claimtogamepodcast/strategy-call-for-coaching  #35 - Tabletop RPGs with no Game Master are growing in popularity. The role of the GM can be a pain point for some groups possibly due to scheduling issues, GM burnout, or just plain curiosity about new ways to play where everyone at the table participates equally. In this episode, Clint takes a look at 5 of the Top GM-less games and who might enjoy them. Resourced Mentioned: Clint’s Reddit Post - https://www.reddit.com/r/rpg/comments/1j44tsu/can_you_rank_your_top_5_gmless_ttrpgs_from_15/  Review of Polaris (By Aaron Stone) - https://www.rpg.net/reviews/archive/12/12354.phtml  Review of the Quiet Year (By Shelby “DJ” Babb) - https://www.rpg.net/reviews/archive/15/15874.phtml Review of Fiasco 2E Box Set - https://gnomestew.com/fiasco-review/  Ironsworn Review (Jared Rascher) - https://gnomestew.com/ironsworn-review/ Ironsworn Starforged Review (Jared Rascher) - https://gnomestew.com/ironsworn-review/ Games Mentioned During the Episode: Polaris - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/184944/polaris-rpg-core-rulebook-1-english?affiliate_id=4263376  The Fall of Magic - https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/fall-of-magic-revised-edition/?v=0b3b97fa6688  The Quiet Year - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/110152/the-quiet-year?affiliate_id=4263376  Fiasco 2E - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/335287/fiasco?affiliate_id=4263376  Ironsworn - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/238369/ironsworn?affiliate_id=4263376  Ironsworn Starforged - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/391653/ironsworn-starforged?affiliate_id=4263376  *As an amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- https://discord.gg/UcZVE2SDe2 Connect on Bluesky 🦋 - https://bsky.app/profile/clintscheirer.bsky.social  Connect on Threads 🧵 - https://www.threads.net/@clintscheirer  Join us on Patreon for exclusive content access - http://patreon.com/ClaimtoGame Send feedback, thoughts, or suggestions to clint.scheirer@claimtogamepodcast.com

Free RPG Quiz - Find a Good Fit RPG for your Gaming Group: 📋 https://bonus.claimtogamepodcast.com/freerpgquiz. There are SO many Tabletop RPGs you can choose from it can be overwhelming which one to pick. But this may be the most important thing you do as a GM. In this episode, Craig Shipman of Third Floor Wars - Tabletop Talk helps Clint hone in on three main considerations when choosing a game to play. What does a good fit game look like for the GM? What does a good fit game look like for the Players? Are there differences between playing in person or online? Other Helpful Episodes or Podcasts Mentioned: CTG Episode 16 - Keep Your Eye on the Ball - How to Play to Your Strengths During a Tabletop Roleplaying Game, With Robin D. Laws - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/016-keep-your-eye-on-the-ball-how-to-play-to-your-strengths-during-a-tabletop-roleplaying-game-with-robin-d-laws  CTG Episode 18 - Don’t be Scared of Horror - Why you should give horror TTRPG genre a chance, with Kenneth Hite - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/018-dont-be-scared-of-horror-why-you-should-give-the-horror-ttrpg-genre-a-chance-with-kenneth-hite  CTG Episode 31 - Master Storytelling Like J.R.R. Tolkien - Lessons from Lord of the Rings with Aaron Airmet - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/031-master-storytelling-like-jrr-tolkien-lessons-from-lord-of-the-rings-with-aaron-airmet The Final Girls: A Horror Film Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-final-girls-a-horror-film-podcast/id1484614975 Books to Level Up Your Game Master Skills: Lazy Dungeon Master (Paperback) - https://amzn.to/4hThN7T  Return of the Lazy Dungeon Master (Paperback) - https://amzn.to/3EW1AQD  The Ultimate Guide to 5 Room Dungeons (PDF & Softcover) https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/303020/the-ultimate-guide-to-5-room-dungeons?affiliate_id=4263376  Mothership: Warden’s Operations Manual (PDF) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/484223/mothership-warden-s-operations-manual?affiliate_id=4263376  Honorable Mentions: Feeding the Monster - Why Horror Has a Hold on Us (Hardback) - https://amzn.to/3Qz3pFF Tabletop Games Mentioned: Blades in the Dark (PDF + Softcover) https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/170689/blades-in-the-dark?src=hottest_filtered&keyword=Blades%20in%20the%20dark&affiliate_id=4263376  Shadow Run: Sixth World (PDF) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/460386/shadowrun-sixth-world-core-rulebook-city-edition-berlin?src=newest_recent&affiliate_id=4263376 (Not the Oldman version Craig mentioned ) Ironsworn: Starforged (PDF) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/391653/ironsworn-starforged?affiliate_id=4263376  Lancer Core Book: First Edition - https://massif-press.itch.io/corebook-pdf?ac=DpvFD5gDjhHDp  TMNT and Other Strangeness - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/palladiumbooks/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-and-other-strangeness The Terminator RPG (PDF) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/398327/the-terminator-rpg?src=hottest_filtered&affiliate_id=4263376 Burning Wheel Gold Revised - (Multiple Formats) https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/448187/burning-wheel-gold-revised?affiliate_id=4263376  *As an amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Threads - https://www.threads.net/@clintscheirer Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/clintscheirer.bsky.social  Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- https://discord.gg/UcZVE2SDe2 Join us on Patreon for exclusive content access - http://patreon.com/ClaimtoGame Send feedback, thoughts, or suggestions to clint.scheirer@claimtogamepodca

Why does it matter if you remember names when playing Tabletop Games? Clint shares why he believes it CRUCIAL for the long-term health of your game. 🎲 Free 15-Minute Strategy Call – GM Coaching https://calendly.com/clint-scheirer-claimtogamepodcast/strategy-call-for-coaching  🛠️Upcoming Workshops: Greenfield, WI - Board Game Barrister - Tabletop 101: Gaming Workshop, February 22nd - Click Link below to Register: https://iubhalb60by.typeform.com/to/Us19G2dL?utm_source=xxxxx Resources mentioned during episode: How to Win Friends and Influence People By Dale Carnegie (Paper Back) - https://amzn.to/4jOUAoS CTG Episode 31 - Master Storytelling Like J.R.R. Tolkien - Lessons from Lord of the Rings with Aaron Airmet - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/031-master-storytelling-like-jrr-tolkien-lessons-from-lord-of-the-rings-with-aaron-airmet Virtual Tabletops to Consider to Stay Organized: Foundry VTT - https://foundryvtt.com/purchase/ Fantasy Grounds VTT - https://www.fantasygrounds.com/home/FantasyGroundsUnity.php Roll20 VTT - https://roll20.net/ *As an amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- https://discord.gg/UcZVE2SDe2 Join us on Patreon for exclusive content access - http://patreon.com/ClaimtoGame Send feedback, thoughts, or suggestions to clint.scheirer@claimtogamepodcast.com

Have ever felt Imposter Syndrome when considering running  your very own Tabletop RPG for your friends or family? Imposter Syndrome - a psychological experience where people feel like they are frauds or incompetent, even though they have evidence of their success. If you suffer or have suffered from Imposter Syndrome, this episode may just find the cure. Upcoming Workshops: Greenfield, WI - Board Game Barrister - Tabletop 101: Gaming Workshop, February 22nd - Click Link below to Register: https://iubhalb60by.typeform.com/to/Us19G2dL?utm_source=xxxxx Resources mentioned during episode: The Miracle Morning By Hal Elrod (Hardcover) - https://amzn.to/4jxpIJh Free Tabletop RPG Quiz - https://claim-to-game-podcast.kit.com/68d7675f14 NYE Imposter Syndrome Buster Worksheet - https://bonus.claimtogamepodcast.com/impostergm Games mentioned during episode: Dungeons & Dragons 5E - Starter Set - https://amzn.to/4gqB7ba D&D 2024 Core Bundle Roll20 VTT - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/484703/pre-order-d-d-2024-core-roll20-bundle?src=also_purchased&affiliate_id=4263376 *As an amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- https://discord.gg/UcZVE2SDe2Click Here Join us on Patreon for exclusive content access - http://patreon.com/ClaimtoGameClick Here Send feedback, thoughts, or suggestions to clint.scheirer@claimtogamepodcast.com

In this episode Aaron Airmet of the Lore of the Rings Podcast will help you appreciate JRR Tolkien’s gift as a master storyteller. Together, he and Clint identify what we can learn from Grandpa Tolkien to make our own games epic! One Ring 2E Quickstart Guide and More! Click Here Resources mentioned during episode: Ringspodcast.com/2 - Light and Life: The Two Trees of Valinor; of Elves, Men, Dwarves, Ents, and Eagles Ringspodcast.com/95 -What Makes A Good Story |Tolkien "On Fairy Stories" Ringspodcast.com/185 - Frodo Meets Strider | Tolkien's Fellowship of the Ring | Book 1 Chapter 9 Part 2 Connect with Aaron Airmet & the Lore of the Rings Podcast: Social - Threads Website - https://www.ringspodcast.com/  Contact Aaron - https://www.ringspodcast.com/contact/ *As an amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- Click Here Join us on Patreon for exclusive content access - Click Here Send feedback, thoughts, or suggestions to clint.scheirer@claimtogamepodcast.com

French Enlightenment philosopher Voltaire is often attributed to coining the phrase, “Don’t let perfect be the enemy of the good.” This Italian proverb reminds us to not overthink when it comes to planning and playing our tabletop games. In this episode, Clint will explore actionable steps to enjoy more by doing less when it comes to playing Tabletop RPGs. ***Save Your Seat! - Milwaukee In-Person Tabletop 101: Gaming Workshop, January 25th, 2025 Click Here Resources mentioned during episode: Episode 29 - The Problem with Scheduling Games - Click Here Free Tabletop RPG Quiz - Click Here Games mentioned during episode: City of Mist RPG - Players Guide (Hardback) - Click Here City of Mist RPG - Players Guide (PDF) - Click Here City of Mist RPG - Master of Ceremonies (Hardback) - Click Here City of Mist RPG - Master of Ceremonies (PDF) - Click Here Fantasy Flights Star Wars RPG - Age of Rebellion (Hardcover) - Click Here Fantasy Flights Star Wars RPG - Edge of Empire (Hardcover) - Click Here Fantasy Flights Star Wars RPG - Force and Destiny (Hardcover) - Click Here Ironsworn Starforged - Deluxe Edition (Hardcover) - Click Here Ironsworn: Starforged - (PDF) - Click Here Ironsworn - (Hardcover + PDF) - Click Here *As an amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Some of these links are affiliate links for other programs but once again, if you choose to purchase through these links, it's no extra cost to you. I only promote products or services that I have investigated and feel can deliver value to you. Please Connect with us! Visit our Website at www.claimtogamepodcast.com Find Community - Join the CTG Discord Server- Click Here Join us on Patreon for exclusive content access - Click Here Send feedback, thoughts, or suggestions to clint.scheirer@claimtogamepodcast.com