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How to Be a Better DM: Dungeon Master Tips for the DM Newbie, the Hobbyist and the Forever DM

Learn how to be a better DM (Dungeon Master) so you can tell better stories for yourself and your friends. Learn things like how to start a campaign, how to create realistic NPCs, how to move the plot along, and how and why to use session 0"s for your party. Join hosts Justin Lewis, Cayden Ottley and Tanner Weyland as they distill all the DM tips, tools and resources for the beginner DM, for the DM with a few years of experience and for the Forever DM who"s been playing for 20 years. If you"re sick

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11 More Things Every Dungeon Master Should Remember...

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2024/08/02

Things Every Dungeon Master Should RememberAs a Dungeon Master you have so much to remember, it’s a wonder you can even remember your own name. Yet, what if, by remembering a few more things, you were able to not only make your game better, but feel better yourself, and make everything you do as a Dungeon Master better?I know what it’s like to deal with all the disappointment of a dungeon master. You deal with so much and rarely get thanked for it. Yet that’s ok, because you didn’t get into this

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31:50

11 More Things Every Dungeon Master Should Remember...

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2024/08/01

Things Every Dungeon Master Should RememberAs a Dungeon Master you have so much to remember, it’s a wonder you can even remember your own name. Yet, what if, by remembering a few more things, you were able to not only make your game better, but feel better yourself, and make everything you do as a Dungeon Master better?I know what it’s like to deal with all the disappointment of a dungeon master. You deal with so much and rarely get thanked for it. Yet that’s ok, because you didn’t get into this

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34:53

How to Start Terrainscaping for your D&D Games with...

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2024/07/25

Have you ever seen amazing terrainscapes worthy of legend and have looked on with envy?Do you want to learn how to start getting into terrainscaping so you can have amazing battlemaps like all of the famous actual play shows?Well, this is the episode for you.Welcome back to How to Be a Better DM.Today Justin and Tanner are joined by Jay from Jay's Tabletop Terrain on Instagram. You can learn more about Jay and what he does by going to: https://www.instagram.com/jays_tabletop/In today's episode we

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11:47

Lessons Learned My First Year DM'ing

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2024/07/18

Welcome to How To Be a Better DM. In today's episode I (Cayden) go over 3 of the biggest lessons I've learned over this past year as I've started running D&D games for my friends & family. Hopefully something in this episode inspires those of you who have yet to give DM'ing a shot, to try it out. Mentioned in this episode:Sign Up For Dungeon Master CoachingWouldn’t it be nice to have someone in your corner as a DM? Maybe having someone who can help you find solutions to your DMing problems

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28:52

Downtime Activities in D&D, Part 4: Running a Business

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2024/07/11

Should you encourage your players to run a business in your campaign? What would that even look like? And, most importantly, can allowing players to run a business in your D&D Campaign become an additive to the overall story, or a distraction? Tanner explores these questions, their many other nuances, and the effects of a player-run, in-game business on your campaign.Also, if you'd be interested in supporting us and this show, sign up for our new Patreon: patreon.com/Session0StudiosMentioned in

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54:20

Where Have My Fingers Been & Why Players Should All...

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2024/07/08

Welcome back to How to Be a Better DM.Today is a special bonus episode. We were fortunate enough to have been invited onto RPG Academy. Listen to our conversation but absolutely check them out at https://therpgacademy.com/Mentioned in this episode:Give Us a Rating and ReviewYou obviously have really good taste, you’re listening to How to Be a Better DM after all. We thank you for your support. If you’ve ever gotten anything useful from our show, take a minute to give us a rating and a review. It

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17:58

10 More Tips for Even Better One-Shots

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2024/07/04

“You creep slowly through the cobwebbed dark of the crypt, your breath coming out in puffs of steam that you’re trying your hardest to cover. You reach the corner and peer around down the hall. You see the source of the thumping sound. It’s a creature the size of an ogre, with the same proportions. The only difference is that where an ogre would have 1 head, this creature has 6, along with 3 extra arms and a 3rd leg that it drags behind it. Oh… and the entire body seems sewn together in the most

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56:30

Yes And... Why Improvisation Isn't About You |...

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2024/06/27

How do you improvise things that make the game better? How do you add comedy to the game without making it corny?Welcome back to How to Be a Better DM. Today I talked with TJ Salmon from Comedy Sports, located in Provo Utah. For more information check out https://www.comedysportzutah.com/The biggest lesson of today's show is that improv, and comedy, both of them, it's not about you. The best Dungeon Masters do everything they can for their players. They build the story on what their characters add

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16:31

How to World Build Using Conflict: Into the mind of...

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2024/06/20

In today's episode, we talk to Jake Packham, who is the dungeon master behind our live-play show "The Pact & Boon." Listen as we ask Jake how he goes about applying his inspiration to create compelling campaigns, and grow his home-brew world of Calignos. Mentioned in this episode:Always Have Your Sessions Prepared!You work 8 hours a day. You spend time with your family when you come home. You do work around the house and it seems you never have as much time as you would like to prepare your D&D

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17:10

How to World Build in a Player and Character Focused Way

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2024/06/17

Here's a bonus episode for you about how to World Build with Your players and Characters in mind.Here are some helpful tips:When you world build for players, you leave open spaces that players can help fillIt gives your worldbuilding direction, which makes the story that much better.It saves time and effort because you only build about 20% more than what the players will interact with. Think about rendering in Minecraft.Your players get to help build the worldYou can add cool things as you progress

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18:37

Downtime Activities in D&D, Part 3: Carousing

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2024/06/13

In today's episode of How to Be a Better DM, we are continuing our exploration of downtime activities, and we are focusing on the mother of all "timewasters," carousing! But, is it a waste of time? Or is carousing in D&D one of the best opportunities to enrich your story, introduce characters, and build memories through the craziest experiences!Mentioned in this episode:Start Leveling Up As a DMWouldn’t it be nice to gamify your dungeon master abilities?In D&D, characters can reach level 20, so

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25:27

Easier DND Prep and Planning Through the CASE Framework

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2024/06/06

Abridged Show NotesFeeling overwhelmed by D&D campaign planning?Struggle to connect your grand ideas into a single, captivating story? This episode unveils the CASE Framework, a simple yet powerful system that will transform your planning sessions. Learn how to craft unforgettable campaigns, memorable story arcs, and engaging encounters that will leave your players begging for more.Listen in and unleash the true potential of your D&D world!Planning Your D&D Campaign with the CASE

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35:55

Railroading and the Illusion of Choice: Do Players...

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2024/05/30

Welcome back to another episode.Today we walk about railroading, allowing players to do whatever they want, focusing on player perception and making sure the game is fun for the player at all times.If you want more, check out session0studios.comMentioned in this episode:Signup for Our Email NewsletterDo you love the show but can't always listen to it?Do you prefer written content? Go to session0studios.com/newsletter/ and sign up to get weekly tips and tricks sent to your inbox so you can become

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27:32

Build Your Dream D&D Game Room: Top Tips from Daniel...

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2024/05/23

Ever dreamt of creating the perfect D&D game room, but felt overwhelmed by budget, and space limitations, or clueless about the coolest tech hacks? This episode is your one-stop guide! We'll delve into inspiring ideas, from crafting an immersive atmosphere to incorporating unexpected gadgets to elevate your campaign. Whether you're a seasoned Dungeon Master or a newbie setting up your first session, get ready to transform your game room into a legendary space that will have your players begging

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55:14

Home Brew Rules From Different Game Systems on the...

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2024/05/20

Welcome back to today's show.Today, Tanner and Justin have the great pleasure of joining the Level Up Your Gaming Podcast (https://levelupyourgaming.buzzsprout.com/) with hosts Josh and Aaron to talk about transplanting rules into your game from different RPG systems.Mentioned in this episode:Shhhhhh!! This is a Secret!Hey! Here is a secret that Cayden and Tanner, hosts of the show don't know about. You can go to session0studios.com/video-courses/ and get the first video of our Dungeon Master

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20:09

10 Places That Your Fantasy Town NEEDS!

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2024/05/16

What's up everyone! Thanks for listing to how to be a better DM. Here's a quick synopsis of today's episode hosted by (me) Cayden Ottley. In today's episode I talk about 10 places that you need in any fantasy town that your players are visiting. This obviously varies from place to place depending on setting, political system, and your own rules to name a few, but this comprehensive list will help you get started. Enjoy! Tavern - A place to meet, drink, dance, and potentially hear gossip. The Tavern

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19:02

Downtime Activities in D&D, Part 2: Crafting Items

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2024/05/09

Want to step up your crafting game in D&D? Think of implementing 3 aspects into your crafting: Skills/Proficiencies, Materials, and Place. These will help you make crafting attainable, story driven, and worth it for your players.Mentioned in this episode:Follow us on InstagramThanks again for listening to our show. If you like our content and would like to engage with more of our content, head over to our Instagram account, @howtobeabetterdm, and give us a follow. Make sure to watch some of our

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33:11

Simplify and Streamline your Session Prep | The PUT A...

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2024/05/02

Why are prepping sessions so hard? Why can’t it be as easy as remembering a simple phrase, maybe something strange like PUT A CLUE? Why can’t I save time by learning this phrase PUT A CLUE and then using it to prepare my sessions so much faster?Friend, you’re in luck. Today’s episode is for you.Welcome back to How to Be a Better DM, the show to help dungeon masters new and old learn how to take their DMing skills to the next level. I’m Justin Lewis and I’ve been helping Dungeon Masters solve simple

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28:48

What Would a Fantasy Blacksmith Shop Look Like -...

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2024/04/27

Dive deep into the captivating world of blacksmithing in Dungeons & Dragons with our special guests Matt and Stan from Wasatch Forge. In this thrilling episode, we unravel the secrets of the blacksmith's shop, from forging blades to the mystical infusion of magic into steel. Discover the craft behind the art, and uncover how you can enhance your D&D experience with authentic blacksmithing knowledge. Don't miss out on this immersive journey into the heart of craftsmanship and

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48:04

What D&D 5e Gets Wrong About Blacksmiths - Wasatch...

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2024/04/25

Dungeons and Dragons 5e gets a lot wrong about Blacksmiths. There is almost no realism. Pretty strong statements right? But that's exactly what we dive into in our conversation today with Matt and Stan from Wasatch Forge, a local blacksmith school here in Salt Lake City Utah. Visit https://www.wasatchforge.com/ for more information.Welcome back to How to Be a Better DM.Today is the first part of our interview with Wasatch Forge. Come back on Saturday for Part 2.We talk about a few things today, not

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