Inter-party Conflict

This week we talk about taxes, death, and how to avoid both (and more)! Question(s) discussed: 1. Do merchants in your game charge the PCs tax? 2. Can you play as a vampire in D&D? 3. Roles within a party. What are your thoughts? Should every party have a dedicated tank and healer? Buy Crit Academy's new book, Unearthed Tips & Tricks: Volume II! Find it here: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/314378/Unearthed-Tips-and-Tricks-Volume-II Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com  Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict  Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/  And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord

Today's episode is all about Planescape, the plane-hopping campaign setting for Dungeons & Dragons! We discuss the city of Sigil, the Lady of Pain, and much, much more. Question(s) discussed: 1. What's Planescape all about? Has anyone converted Planescape to 5e? Buy Crit Academy's new book, Unearthed Tips & Tricks: Volume II! Find it here: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/314378/Unearthed-Tips-and-Tricks-Volume-II Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com  Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict  Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/  And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord

This week we get into another variety of topics- the process of rolling dice, the likelihood of railroading vs. effort put in, the negative stereotypes of tabletop gamers, and more. Come along for the ride! Question(s) discussed: 1. How do you like to roll Advantage or Disadvantage? 2. Do you think virtual tabletops like Roll20 encourage railroading? 3. I just played my first D&D game and everyone in the group was smelly, slovenly, rude, and overweight. Is this common or did I just have a rough first time? Buy Crit Academy's new book, Unearthed Tips & Tricks: Volume II! Find it here: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/314378/Unearthed-Tips-and-Tricks-Volume-II Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com  Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict  Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/  And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord

We cover a few different topics this week, including ability scores, monstrous player races, and the logistics of abnormally large weapons. And I'm celebrating a milestone, so come along for the ride! Question(s) discussed: 1. Why do we still have both ability scores AND bonuses? 2. Do you think that having too many rare player races makes everyone's race more bland? 3. How do you rationalize PCs carrying around weapons that would be way too big and cumbersome? Buy Crit Academy's new book, Unearthed Tips & Tricks: Volume II! Find it here: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/314378/Unearthed-Tips-and-Tricks-Volume-II Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com  Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict  Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/  And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord

This week we're talking about multiclassing... into the same class!? We discuss the viability of trying to take two class specializations in 5th Edition D&D- whether it's possible, or whether it SHOULD be possible. Let us know what you think! Question(s) discussed: 1. In 5th Edition D&D, is it possible to multiclass into the same class, but different archetype? If not, should it be possible? Buy Crit Academy's new book, Unearthed Tips & Tricks: Volume II! Find it here: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/314378/Unearthed-Tips-and-Tricks-Volume-II Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com  Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict  Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/  And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord

This week, we talk about characters that answer to a higher power- Clerics, Paladins, and Warlocks. What are the differences? The similarities? How to make them all more distinct- or blur the lines between them? Listen and hear our thoughts! Question(s) discussed: 1. What is the difference between a Cleric, a Paladin, and a Warlock? Buy Crit Academy's new book, Unearthed Tips & Tricks: Volume II! Find it here: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/314378/Unearthed-Tips-and-Tricks-Volume-II Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com  Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict  Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/  And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord

Is it weird for adults to play in a roleplaying game with children, or vice versa? Strap in for one of Gabe's patented rants for this episode, because he's got some strong opinions on that! Question(s) discussed: 1. Is it weird for a much older person to play D&D with a group of much younger players (or vice versa)? Buy Crit Academy's new book, Unearthed Tips & Tricks: Volume II! Find it here: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/314378/Unearthed-Tips-and-Tricks-Volume-II Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com  Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict  Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/  And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord

This week, we talk about going against the norms when designing characters, and whether or not ranged combat could be.... better? Come along with us- we might also be celebrating a special occasion! Question(s) discussed: 1. Can contradictory characters (that go against established norms for race/class/personality combinations) be fun? 2. What are your thoughts on how ranged combat works in D&D and other fantasy games? For example, bows always use Dexterity and melee weapons are usually Strength. Could the system be more realistic without making it less fun? Buy Crit Academy's new book, Unearthed Tips & Tricks: Volume II! Find it here: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/314378/Unearthed-Tips-and-Tricks-Volume-II Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com  Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict  Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/  And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord

Detect Magic. Great spell, right? What if it were... better? This week we brainstorm some ideas on how to make an iconic spell better (or just different). Come along with us! Question(s) discussed: 1. If you could make Detect Magic better, how would you change it? Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com  Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict  Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/  And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord

This week we talk about big things: Big monsters, big groups, and more! Question(s) discussed: 1. How would you handle fights against colossal creatures? Sure every adventurer dreams of slaying a dragon, but is hacking at the ankles really the best way to kill Smaug and his ilk? What would you offer a party fighting a truly larger-than-life foe? 2. What are your thoughts on a single DnD session having two people DM at the same time, especially if one is new? 3. What are some tips to managing large DnD groups? Keeping everyone involved, making their story important etc. Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com  Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict  Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/  And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord

This week's episode is all about finding the perfect group of players, summoning monsters in combat, and managing your expectations of both. Question(s) discussed: 1. Keeping a full campaign going is hard. What's the best way to find 5 or 6 people who are going to show up consistently for that many sessions? Does it depend on the quality of the game or is it entirely based on the people? 2. Is there a D&D equivalent of a Summoner from the Final Fantasy games? Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com  Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict  Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/  And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord

This week, we take a jump to the left and a step to the right as we talk about time travel in a tabletop RPG; why it doesn't work, and how you can make sure it does. Question(s) discussed: 1. Have you ever used time travel in a game? If so, how, and if not, how would you go about it? Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com  Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict  Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/  And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord

I hope you all enjoyed the little treat from last week, because we're back this week with another hard-hitting episode! We discuss a few different mechanical aspects of D&D that may or may not line up with what some would call "realism". Question(s) discussed: 1. Realistically, would a 30' tall giant who fell on his butt obliterate his tailbone? 2. Is it possible (or should it be possible) to fight with a greatsword in each hand? 3. Should a missed attack ever hit a party member? Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/ And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord

The sixth episode of our Actual Play podcast, At the Gaming Table! The confrontation is here, and what they find would surely be a hook for a full campaign, don't you think? Cast: Gabe (Dungeon Master) - www.interpartyconflict.com Justin (Jormun Gundar) - www.critacademy.com Brigid (Wardin Lunatis) - anchor.fm/btgcast Jeff (Pip) - bit.ly/InterPartyDiscord

The fifth episode of our Actual Play podcast, At the Gaming Table! Our heroes do what they came here to do, after finding out exactly what it is they came here to do. Cast: Gabe (Dungeon Master) - www.interpartyconflict.com Justin (Jormun Gundar) - www.critacademy.com Brigid (Wardin Lunatis) - anchor.fm/btgcast Jeff (Pip) - bit.ly/InterPartyDiscord

The fourth episode of our Actual Play podcast, At the Gaming Table! An unexpected negotiation takes place, and the party sees how the other half lives. Cast: Gabe (Dungeon Master) - www.interpartyconflict.com Justin (Jormun Gundar) - www.critacademy.com Brigid (Wardin Lunatis) - anchor.fm/btgcast Jeff (Pip) - bit.ly/InterPartyDiscord

The third episode of our Actual Play podcast, At the Gaming Table! Witness a tragedy and see what happens when you bite off more than you can chew. Cast: Gabe (Dungeon Master) - www.interpartyconflict.com Justin (Jormun Gundar) - www.critacademy.com Brigid (Wardin Lunatis) - anchor.fm/btgcast Jeff (Pip) - bit.ly/InterPartyDiscord

The second episode of our Actual Play podcast, At the Gaming Table! Our heroes join a legendary hunter to hunt a legend in an act of hunting that will, surely, be the stuff of legends. Cast: Gabe (Dungeon Master) - http://www.interpartyconflict.com Justin (Jormun Gundar) - http://www.critacademy.com Brigid (Wardin Lunatis) - http://anchor.fm/btgcast Jeff (Pip) - http://bit.ly/InterPartyDiscord

The first episode of our Actual Play podcast, At the Gaming Table! Come meet the players, meet the characters, meet the world, and learn the plot that is afoot. Cast: Gabe (Dungeon Master) - www.interpartyconflict.com Justin (Jormun Gundar) - www.critacademy.com Brigid (Wardin Lunatis) - anchor.fm/btgcast Jeff (Pip) - bit.ly/InterPartyDiscord

Hello everyone! This week, in lieu of a normal episode we're giving you something special: all six episodes of our Actual Play podcast that we made last year, At the Gaming Table! I hope you enjoy it. Contact us: InterPartyConflict@Gmail.com Visit our blog: www.interpartyconflict.com Find us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/InPartyConflict Or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InterPartyConflict/ And join our Discord: http://bit.ly/interpartydiscord