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01:03:09

Large Scale Combat in D&D/TTRPGs - Nerdcognito...

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2025/06/10

As the gang looks forward to a week of vacation, this first part of a two part episode brings you a discussion of large scale combat and big battles in TTRPGs! There are a bevy of ways to handle these as a Dungeon Master, but when your party goes to war... what works for YOUR table? All the massive scale chatter you can handle, plus a tiptoe into the news make for a delightful "part one" episode!*** DIRECTLY SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://bit.ly/nerdcognito *** Be a Check Mark

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01:29:58

Why Does it ALWAYS Come Down to SEX? - Nerdcognito...

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2025/06/03

Lord Matteus sits in as guest host to discuss eroticism, sexuality, and naughty bits in gaming -- specifically taking a look at Paizo's new rainbow-stravaganza game blurring the lines between the gaming table and LGBT activism. After the news, the gang talks about long game sequels and how a show can be necro'ed, sometimes after decades!*** DIRECTLY SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://bit.ly/nerdcognito *** Be a Check Mark Hero: https://www.nerdcognito.com/p/be-a-check-mark-hero/ *** Episode Sponsors and

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01:13:39

D&D Campaign Longevity: Why WE Have It and...

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2025/05/27

We know that the "six sessions" that the modern DnD gamer call a campaign seems short, so this week we ask the question of "why?" The differences between Classic Gaming/OSR tables vs. modern absolutely impact how we can have campaigns lasting years while they can't make a week. Then after the news, the guys break down the latest in the City State of the Invincible Overlord drama between Judge's Guild and Goodman Games.*** DIRECTLY SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://bit.ly/nerdcognito *** Be a Check

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01:16:43

Just Between Friends (Daniel D. Fox, One Year Later)...

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2025/05/20

One year later... Daniel D. Fox, controversial creator of Zweihander and other TTRPGs, returns to Nerdcognito. His first trip addressed the "why we should not like each other" bits... and we came out of it... friends?!? This time around, Dan sits in with Ryan and Kyle and just talk about the hobby, their families, Wizards of the Coast, a hint of politics, and their friendship. Plus, Ryan introduces Daniel to the news... with a hint of Reddit!*** DIRECTLY SUPPORT THE

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01:21:27

Modern State of the Woke Overlord - Nerdcognito...

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2025/05/13

Goodman Games, creators of Dungeon Crawl Classics are now endeavoring to re-release The City State of the Invincible Overlord -- a legendary module which shaped Dungeons and Dragons and TTRPGs. Two issues have them drawing fire from all sides. "Reimagining for modern audiences" has Classic Gaming and the OSR up in arms while supporting a creator the SparkleTroll leftists view as a 1940s German is bringing ire from the other side. We dig deep into the situation and discuss if and how Goodman can

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01:14:24

Rule Zero Rumble - Nerdcognito Episode 275

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2025/05/06

Rule Zero! The gang dives back into Rule 0 as TTRPG/DnD buzz online has picked up about it, RAW (rules as written), and the pros and cons of implementing this at the table. Opinions are across the board, and Bert gets a little hot at RD. Plus not one, but TWO trips to Reddit... with a twist!*** DIRECTLY SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://bit.ly/nerdcognito *** Be a Check Mark Hero: https://www.nerdcognito.com/p/be-a-check-mark-hero/ *** Episode Sponsors and Affiliates: Get YOUR

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01:14:56

Foxy Reflections - Nerdcognito Episode 274

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2025/04/29

The guys reflect back on the visit that shocked the hobby... when Daniel D. Fox, creator of Zweihander and "enemy of the OSR" sat in and talked with RD and Kyle. We revisit this chat in anticipation of the upcoming "One Year Later" episode when Dan stops by again! Plus, chatter about the nerdy things we love, the news, and... a trip to Reddit!*** Check out the FULL original appearance

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44:02

What's YOURS is Wizards' - Nerdcognito Episode 273

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2025/04/22

Ryan doesn't have a voice, but that doesn't stop he and Kyle from educating the very disconencted-from-the-internet Bert about the recent delving into Wizards of the Coast's license agreement -- which can be interpreted as opening the door to "stealing" content from designers and players alike. We don't often agree, but we can agree on this... content lifting is NOT cool.*** DIRECTLY SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://bit.ly/nerdcognito *** Be a Check Mark

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01:17:18

WotC Spring Cleaning... and the future of D&D -...

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2025/04/15

Jeremy Crawford has followed in the footsteps of others and "exited" (on his terms?) Wizards of the Coast. With now ALL of the core designers and decision makers out of the mix, where does this leave Dungeons and Dragons specifically, and the future of hobby in general?*** DIRECTLY SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://bit.ly/nerdcognito *** Be a Check Mark Hero: https://www.nerdcognito.com/p/be-a-check-mark-hero/ *** Episode Sponsors and Affiliates: Get YOUR T-shirt! https://amzn.to/3D5xr0z Shop Amazon and

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01:16:01

Tariffs, Tension, and TTRPGs - Nerdcognito Episode 271

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2025/04/08

With a tumultuous economy made even more murky with tariffs, the future of the hobby has been questioned by some. In today's slightly-more-political-than-usual Nerdcognito, the guys discuss tariffs in general and then move the lens over our hobby. How can and will these increased potential costs impact design, product availability, and production in general? *** DIRECTLY SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://bit.ly/nerdcognito *** Be a Check Mark

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01:13:59

Homebrew: Another "Lost Art" - Nerdcognito Episode 270

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2025/04/01

Ryan rounds up Kyle and Bert to discuss yet another lost art in the modern DnD/TTRPG hobby: Homebrewing. Why is it fading? Where has the creativity of the modern Dungeons & Dragons fan gone? Can this bespoke talent be resurrected or is it destined to vanish? *** DIRECTLY SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://bit.ly/nerdcognito *** Be a Check Mark Hero: https://www.nerdcognito.com/p/be-a-check-mark-hero/ *** Episode Sponsors and Affiliates: Get YOUR T-shirt! https://amzn.to/3D5xr0z Shop Amazon and

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01:09:51

Taking a Breather - Nerdcogntio Episode 269

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2025/03/25

With Wizards of the Coast all but scrapping their official VTT for Dungeons & Dragons, laying off 90% of their digital staff, and Shadowdark roaring... we need a break! The gang talks about their gaming, enjoy a session recap from the Nerdcognito group, and dive into other news from the hobby this week. Reset button smashed!*** Episode Sponsors and Affiliates: Get YOUR T-shirt! https://amzn.to/3D5xr0z Shop Amazon and Support the Show: https://amzn.to/3djotja *We earn a small commission

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01:22:14

Shadowdark Sovereignty! - Nerdcognito Episode 268

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2025/03/18

Ryan David leads the Nerdcognito crew through The Arcane Library's latest journey with Shadowdark. The gang discuss the success of the current Kickstarter, the impact of SD to the hobby, and even posit some positive (and negative) future outcomes. Kelsey and Shadowdark have changed the landscape of the industry, and everone needs to pay attention to the new terrain!*** Episode Sponsors and Affiliates: Get YOUR T-shirt! https://amzn.to/3D5xr0z Shop Amazon and Support the Show:

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55:04

ADHD-cognito; a.k.a. If Things Can Go Wrong... -...

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2025/03/11

The boys get together to commiserate with Ryan; it seems like everything that could go wrong this week, did. The gang bounces around idea to idea and talk about random, flitting nerdy things... while RD broods. Forgive the audio quality as our production board blew up. Forgive the lack of format as our brains blew up. *** Episode Sponsors and Affiliates: Get YOUR T-shirt! https://amzn.to/3D5xr0z Shop Amazon and Support the Show: https://amzn.to/3djotja *We earn a small commission for each Amazon

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01:14:18

Reddit Can Go To Hell - Nerdcognito Episode 266

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2025/03/04

Minutes after the announcement of the late Ernie Gygax's passing... SparkleTrolls went on the attack online. Of course, this was hosted on Reddit. We take them to task here.Be like Ernie. *** Episode Sponsors and Affiliates: Get YOUR T-shirt! https://amzn.to/3D5xr0z Shop Amazon and Support the Show: https://amzn.to/3djotja *We earn a small commission for each Amazon purchase at no additional cost to you!

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01:18:12

Zero D&D Prep... "That's Too Much!"

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2025/02/25

Small groups of loud voices with bad takes are shouting into the void about "Zero Prep" and what it means. When is no prep too much prep? How absurd can it get? We laugh as fauxs and joes alike double down on an absurd argument.*** Episode Sponsors and Affiliates: Get YOUR T-shirt! https://amzn.to/3D5xr0z Shop Amazon and Support the Show: https://amzn.to/3djotja *We earn a small commission for each Amazon purchase at no additional cost to you!

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01:15:48

Romance Rules?!? Pathfinder/Paizo Codify the Obvious...

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2025/02/18

Paizo has done it again, reminding us that they are no friend of the mainstream gamer. Catering to the woke warriors and weirdos that do not really play the game, they will be introducing mechanics for romance in their new core book. That's right, your resident rules laywer can now argue the size of their... heart.*** Episode Sponsors and Affiliates: Get YOUR T-shirt! https://amzn.to/3D5xr0z Shop Amazon and Support the Show: https://amzn.to/3djotja *We earn a small commission for each Amazon

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01:17:16

The "Lost Art" of Mapping in D&D - Nerdcognito...

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2025/02/11

Lost arts at the TTRPG table. Mapping in Dungeons & Dragons was at the top of the list this past weekend on the Speak, so the conversation continues here. Plus, the news of the week and a sidestep into another lost art -- the investigation.*** Episode Sponsors and Affiliates: Shop Amazon and Support the Show: https://amzn.to/3djotja *We earn a small commission for each Amazon purchase at no additional cost to you!

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01:16:18

2025 Monster Manual Madness - Episode 262

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2025/02/04

The 2025 Monster Manual is out! The changes are woke! And crippling! And lore erasing (literally!) The gang goes through the most egregious of these changes and discusses the future of these monsters and Dungeons and Dragons in general. Although they expected it to be bad, they did not expect it to be this dramatic of a change. What does this mean for the future of the hobby?*** The News: "Freelancer" Vibes! DnD adds MORE UNNECESSARY Subclasses The full Wizards of the Coast Dungeons and

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01:12:15

The Satanic Panic, Revisited! - Episode 261

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2025/01/28

"There was no satanic panic." Ok, pal. The gang deep dives into an apparent X engagement grab and examines what they believe to be the root cause of the campaign against D&D, Heavy Metal, and more in the 1980s. The triple-six discussion is capped off with a trip into the news of the week!*** The News: Kaiju! Alien! Reddit? *** Episode Sponsors and Affiliates: Shop Amazon and Support the Show: https://amzn.to/3djotja *We earn a small commission for each Amazon purchase at no additional cost to

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