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Inspiration Point

Adam Power, Andrew Geertsen, & Tiana Ren Hanson

What"s the point?! Join Adam and Tiana for some friendly, off-the-cuff discussion about their ideas on D&D, RPGs, or just games in general!

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01:41:00

S03 E12: Worldbuilding 101 (Part 2)

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2022/03/25

On this episode, Andrew and Adam continue and conclude their foray into worldbuilding using 20 questions found in The Ultimate RPG Game Master's Worldbuilding Guide by James D'amato. If you haven't listened to part 1, we encourage you to do so! :DSuggestion: Grab a piece of paper and something to write with, and try to answer the questions as we go along! We'd love to hear what you come up with. :)Support the show

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01:13:28

S03 E11: Worldbuilding 101 (Part 1)

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2022/03/18

On this episode, we look at the task of building a world! To do this, we discuss the basics, and then we dive into a book called The Ultimate RPG Game Master's Worldbuilding Guide by James D'amato. In this book, there are 20 questions you can ask yourself to get you on your way with building your setting, and tonight we answer the first half, and next time we will answer the others and take a look at what we've put together.Suggestion: Grab a piece of paper and something to write

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01:43:51

S03 E10: Let's Get Dangerous 2!

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2022/03/11

Tonight, Adam and Andrew crack open Andrew/Nord Games' pdf of Dangerous Destinations, the sequel to the ever-inspirational Spectacular Settlements! The results are.... well.... You'll just have to hear for yourself, but suffice to say we feel that it rises to the challenge set forth by its predecessor: the infamous Bayou Barbarians from way back in Episode 4 of Season 2.Support the show

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01:21:14

S03 E09: New GM Questions Part 2

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2022/03/05

On this episode we take a look at MOAR questions about RPG fundamentals, including how someone who is unsure how an attack roll works should go about homebrewing custom races and classes (see if you can guess what our answer to that is going to be)!Support the show

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01:35:43

S03 E08: New GM Questions

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2022/02/26

On tonight's episode, Adam brings a bunch of questions he received from GMs new to the hobby who are wondering many things that are often echoed by the general community at large.Support the show

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01:09:57

S03 E07: Give On-Shots A Shot!

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2022/02/18

On this episode, we take a shot at the humble "One-Shot," the shortest, most bite-sized of session types, and we look at what's so great about them, and why you, dear listener (yes you!), should consider giving them... well... a shot!Support the show

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01:35:40

S03 E06: Precious Pets

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2022/02/11

On this episode, Adam and Andrew talk about the awesomeness that are pets, (both in your TTRPG, as well as just in general)! So sit down right meow as we look at the various ways pets can contribute to your experience (and how they can sometimes hamper it).Mentioned in this episode:Pokemon Rusty: https://youtu.be/ZVTLsQ8iNCMElements of Inspiration Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/nordgames/elements-of-inspirationSupport the show

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01:28:54

S03 E05: Livestreaming 101 (Guest: Quests & Chaos'...

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2022/02/04

Tonight, we're joined in the tavern by special guest Thomas Koch from the terrific tabletop livestream channel Quests & Chaos so we can pick his brain about the basics of livestreaming a tabletop RPG (as so many of us would love to do). We also find out how an ordinary horse rose from its humble roots to be the open Lord of Waterdeep. So come pull up a chair, the fire's warm and the drinks are cold!Find Quests & Chaos on Twitch and YouTube!Go check out The Deck of Inspiration

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01:21:25

S03 E04: You're Not Better Than A Tavern!

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2022/01/29

On this weeks episode, we talk about Andrew's observation that there are many in the community who think badly of the humble, tried-n-true trope of the RPG party meeting in a tavern, and disabuse anyone who may have been misled until now of the notion that the party starting in a Tavern is lame or played-out.Spoiler Alert: IT AINT!Also mentioned in this episode: Remarkable Inns / Remarkable Shops by Loresmyth Games.Support the show

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01:33:38

S03 E03: Paladin Parley

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2022/01/22

Well met! Tonight, Adam brings with the righteous topic of the Paladin to the table, so we talk about our feelings on the paladin offerings overall in 5e and how they measure up to what "Paladin" means to us. Perhaps that's a bit lofty, but tell us, what does "Paladin" mean to you?Support the show

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01:13:27

S03 E02: Between-Session Fun

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2022/01/14

On this episode, we chat about handling session-related stuff that goes on between sessions, such as email chains, discord chats, and other ways to allow one, some, or all of your players to pursue individual goals! It's a lot of fun, and can help make your players feel a bit more agency and attention without taking away from everyone else mid-session on your actual game night. This also builds a bit on the idea we spoke with DragnaCarta about back on Episode 32 of Season 2 regarding

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01:10:31

S03 E01: Resolutions

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2022/01/08

Welcome back to another season of Inspiration Point for the year of 2022! Join us as we sit down to talk about all the cool stuff we want to do this year, and kick it off right by listening to Adam try in vain to wrangle Andrew.Support the show

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01:21:41

S02 E43: Fun Times With Voices

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2021/12/24

On tonight's episode, we thought we'd have some fun and do some two-person scenes with some different voices! If you ever wanted to hear a two-headed ogre brainstorm with itself about the best methods of robbing travelers on the road, you're in for a treat. Come sit on down, get out of the cold, grab your favorite holiday beverage, and enjoy an evening of silliness with your good pals, Andrew and Adam. :) Happy Holidays!Support the show

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01:26:28

S02 E42: The Gift of Novelty

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2021/12/18

On this jingle-belly episode, our two dapper gentlemen sit in large, high-backed chairs, in front of a crackling fireplace, equipped with smoking jacket, snifter, and pipe to discuss the events of the day, the classic films of the Christmas season, and one of the finest gifts we can all give to one another this year: the gift—of novelty! Support the show

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01:49:51

S02 E41: Series Review: Netflix's Arcane

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2021/12/11

On this mammoth, nigh-two-hour episode, we take a good, hard look at the Netflix mega-hit Arcane! Pull up a chair, turn up the volume, and let's start the magic. Non-Spoiler Discussion: 00:37:35Spoiler Discussion: 00:59:04Support the show

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01:22:28

S02 E40: Build-A-Dragon!

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2021/11/20

This episode, Adam busts out his brand new copy of Fizban's Treasury of Dragons and we build ourselves a dragon! As always, there are twists, turns, and shocking surprises, so hold onto your butts, 'cause it's DRAGON TIME!Support the show

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01:19:19

S02 E39: Roleplay Your Rolls!

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2021/11/12

On tonight's episode, Andrew wants to talk about roleplaying your rolls instead of just referring to your character's obvious strengths, or only referring to what's explicitly written on your character sheet. We also talk about Adam's unflinching resolve when it comes to honoring commitments, and then we do some roleplay exercises. So sit on down, and join us for some good ol' RP fun!Support the show

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01:23:48

S02 E38: Fully Loaded (Guest: GM Macleods)

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2021/11/06

In this episode, we get to hang out with the incredibly talented media industry renaissance man and host of the Loaded Dice Roller's Podcast: GM Macleods. Together we discuss what he's been up to recently, as well as what our life experiences have to do with this hobby that we love.Mentioned in the show:Loaded Dice Rollers [Podcast]GM Macleods Presents [Youtube]DragnaCarta's PatreonSupport the show

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01:08:44

S02 E37: Find Fun In Failure

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2021/10/22

On tonight's episode, we face down a beast which has terrified many within this hobby to their very core: FAILURE! But we're here to tell you all that if failure has been getting you down, it's time to think about failure differently. Turns out it can be fun! So, get comfy, have a seat with us, and let's explore how failure can actually be the source of a great time and inspiration!Support the show

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01:15:01

S02 E36: Tell Me What You Want

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2021/10/15

On tonight's episode, we dig into discovering what your players want from a future campaign! Often, GMs will develop their campaign in a bubble of isolated, mysterious creativity and it's easy to forget that in this cooperative hobby, we should cooperate! So tonight, Adam helps Andrew try to pin down what kind of campaign he would like to play, utilizing favorite movies, tv shows, mash-ups, tropes, and all sorts of points of interest. So have a seat and let's explore how to get your

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