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Browsing the Bestiary

Dungeon Mistress Jayde and Lore Master Andy

Browsing the Bestiary is a podcast that explores the history of iconic creatures in Dungeons and Dragons, the world"s most popular TTRPG. Each episode is a deep dive into the origins and evolution of a creature throughout each edition of the game. Podcast hosts Dungeon Mistress Jayde and Lore Master Andy will muse about the inspiration for each creature--historical or otherwise--and discuss various ways a DM can use them in their own games. Each episode concludes with a narrative style scenario that

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All Episodes

63:23

Hagtober 2026 Kickoff - A Conversation About...

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2026/10/03

An autumn chill creeps into the air and the days grow slowly shorter, which means Hagtober is upon us! Dungeon Mistress Jayde and Lore Master Andy kick things off with a conversation with returning guest and Master of the Macabre, Noah Grey of the Abhorrent Cinema! Join us as he takes us through the history of Hagsploitation, a genre of classic film that involved aging female stars of the silver screen.Hosts: Dungeon Mistress Jayde, Lore Master AndyGuest: Noah GreyInstagram: @noahgreyYouTube: The

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51:32

Dark Horse - Part 3

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2026/09/30

Well howdy there pardners, and welcome back to the Night Hag Rodeo! We're fixin' to have a rip-snortin', larvae-totin' good time! So grab your ten gallon skin hats and let's-Oh hold on. Dungeon Mistress Jayde is telling me that we're still talking about the hell horses, not the rodeo. My mistake. Enjoy Part 3.Hosts: Dungeon Mistress Jayde, Lore Master AndyIntro VO: Noah Grey

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83:30

Dark Horse - Part 2

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2026/09/22

Grab your platinum oat flakes and saddle up, folks, because Dungeon Mistress Jayde and Lore Master Andy are back with Part 2 of their discussion about this evil equine enemy. Hosts: Dungeon Mistress Jayde, Lore Master AndyIntro VO: Noah Grey

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86:07

Dark Horse - Part 1

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2026/09/13

In honor of this year's Chinese Zodiac sign, Dungeon Mistress Jayde and Lore Master Andy talk about another denizen of the Lower Planes that has become a well-known staple in both the lore and artwork of Dungeons and Dragons through the editions. Unlike this year's sign, however, catching a glimpse of this creature is a cause for neither optimism nor opportunity. Or, at any rate, optimism for your continued survival.Hosts: Dungeon Mistress Jayde, Lore Master AndyIntro VO: Noah Grey

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18:25

Ep. 33 & 34 Story Time: "The Missing Miners"

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2026/09/06

The Azure Aeronauts have been sent to investigate an asteroid mining operation in Wildspace that has gone dark. Did the miners simply go missing? Or could they be under new, more terrifying management?

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106:48

Gettin' Ooky Spooky With It - Part 3

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2026/08/28

We know part 1 was ooky. We understand part 2 was spooky. We understand that you have both aged and suffered ability penalties, and we appreciate that you've come back for the conclusion. Rest assured, there are more spooks and scares in here for you to add to your games. Special guest Noah is back as well, although we're not sure if he remains in the land of the living.Hosts: Dungeon Mistress Jayde, Lore Master AndyGuest: Noah GreyInstagram: @noahgreyYouTube: The Abhorrent Cinema,

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97:52

"Would You Still Love Me If I Was a Psionic Worm?" -...

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2026/08/20

Did you find Part 1 to be an ear worm? Or perhaps....a BRAIN worm? Either way, if you're enjoying learning about these psionically-empowered weirdos from beyond the stars, then listen to how they get even weirder in Part 2!Hosts: Dungeon Mistress Jayde, Lore Master AndyIntro VO: Noah Grey

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113:30

GenCon 2026 Reaction and Discussion

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2026/08/19

Hail and well met, dear listeners!We decided to take a brief detour into the 21st century, so we sat down and watched the GenCon 2026 announcement and roadmap presentation from Wizards of the Coast about what they have planned for the future of DnD in 5.5e. This same reaction is available on YouTube with video (gasp!) As always, let us know in the comments if you like this kind of content and would like to see more of it!

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69:13

"Would You Still Love Me If I Was a Psionic Worm?"

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2026/08/05

In this episode, Dungeon Mistress Jayde and Lore Master Andy discuss one of the stranger creatures from the worlds of Dungeon and Dragons. And when we say worlds, we do indeed mean worlds plural, as these particular tubular terrors have made their way through the Planes and around the Void over the course of their convoluted history. Yes, that does mean they are from space.Hosts: Dungeon Mistress Jayde, Lore Master AndyIntro VO: Noah Grey

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19:24

Episode 30-32 Story Time: "The Perilous Pass"

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2026/07/17

The heroes of Crimson's Strike make their way through the mountains towards Neverwinter, hoping to collect easy payment and find comfortable accommodations. Unfortunately for them, someone, or some-thing, waits to waylay them on the road.

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100:15

Gettin' Ooky Spooky With It - Part 2

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2026/06/19

Is your skin crawling with terror? Has your hair turned white from the horrifying visage you saw in part 1? Dungeon Mistress Jayde and Lore Master Andy, along with special guest Noah Grey, return in part 2 to tell you more about this creature and the ways that it can be ooky and spooky.Hosts: Dungeon Mistress Jayde, Lore Master AndyGuest: Noah GreyInstagram: @noahgreyYouTube: The Abhorrent Cinema, https://www.youtube.com/@theabhorrentcinema996Intro VO: Noah Grey

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91:25

You Gotta Pay the Toll - Part 3

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2026/06/12

Limbs? Regenerated. Head? Re-attached. Stomach? Still not satisfied. Much like your rumbling tummy, we hear you loud and clear dear listener, and have prepared a third and final installment discussing this creature that you can devour.Hosts: Dungeon Mistress Jayde, Lore Master AndyIntro VO: Noah Grey

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96:46

You Gotta Pay the Toll - Part 2

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2026/06/05

Still craving more after that first helping? Not to worry, dear listener, because Dungeon Mistress Jayde and Lore Master Andy have another heaping helping of lore for you in Part 2! Seriously, it's a lot of lore. A. LOT.Hosts: Dungeon Mistress Jayde, Lore Master AndyIntro VO: Noah Grey

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70:18

You Gotta Pay the Toll - Part 1

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2026/05/29

Razor sharp teeth, sinewy arms, wicked claws, and an insatiable appetite. No, dear listener, this isn't the voice in your mind craving a midnight snack - it's our next monster! Join Dungeon Mistress Jayde and Lore Master Andy as they discuss this strangely resilient and endlessly voracious creature.

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58:01

Gorgons Redux

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2026/05/21

Dungeon Mistress Jayde and Lore Master Andy are back again to take a look at their predictions for 5.5e, this time for the iconic and confusingly named gorgon! Did the designers take the largely consistent design and lore of this creature and build upon them to make it even better for the new edition? It's.....complicated.Hosts: Dungeon Mistress Jayde, Lore Master Andy

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90:44

Gettin' Ooky Spooky With It - Part 1

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2026/05/14

For this episode, Dungeon Mistress Jayde and Lore Master Andy bring on special guest and master of the macabre, Noah Grey, to talk about this terrifying monster. It is a creature whose rattling chains ring in your ears, touch will chill you to the bone, and gaze takes years off your life. It’s time to get a little bit ooky and spooky. Hosts: Dungeon Mistress Jayde, Lore Master Andy Guest: Noah Grey Instagram: @noahgrey YouTube: The Abhorrent Cinema, https://www.youtube.com/@theabhorrentcinema996

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32:43

Goblins Redux

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2026/05/07

Dungeon Mistress Jayde and Lore Master Andy revisit their predictions for goblins in 5.5e. Were they proved correct? Should they be pilloried for incorrect garbage takes? You'll just have to listen to find out!

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26:30

Episode 27, 28, & 29 Story Time: "Battling the Blaze"

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2026/04/30

An old debt has landed Perra and the Shields of Marigold in hot water in the city of Darromar. To pay it in full, they'll have to fight their way to the end of a tournament in the seedy depths of the undercity. Will our heroes emerge victorious, or will they find that playing with fire all too often ends up getting you burned?

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83:27

Hot to Go - Part 3

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2026/04/24

Now that the gauze has been set and the aloe is working its magic, it's time to listen to the final installment on these fiery foes. With any luck, you can avoid getting yourself into any incendiary incidents in the future.Intro VO: Noah Grey

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54:32

Hot to Go - Part 2

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2026/04/17

Is your enthusiasm ignited, Adventurer? Do you feel the fires of destiny blazing in your heart? Oh wait. You're saying those are just third degree burns? This is an unfortunate but.......understandable development. Why don't you take it easy and listen to Part 2 while we go find you a cleric.Intro VO: Noah Grey

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