Knights And Nerds - A Dungeons & Dragons Podcast

As the heroes learn that several of their allies have been taken prisoner and are at the mercy of Agorand the half-dragon tyrant, they hatch a daring rescue plan, but the slightest error could spell disaster.   Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/   Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/   Background music is from https://www.tabletopaudio.com/

This week we talk about chase scenes, starting with examining the rules for chases in the Dungeon Master's Guide, and then looking at some alternative rules and mechanics to make these scenes easier for DMs to run and more fun for players.   Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/ Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/

The heroes deal with the aftermath of the battle against the Iron Titan. Shigar Stoneskin, the leader-in-hiding of the Warriors Alliance, explains his unexpected presence in the underground ruins. After seeing some familiar faces, Fey goes too far while trying once again to prove herself to the group.   Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/ Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/   Background music from James Longley: https://freesound.org/people/james_longley/sounds/385294/

We're back talking about how to use player classes in the Dungeons and Dragons Players Handbook to generate ideas for enemies and villains in your campaigns. This time, we look at making a villain based on the lore and abilities of the Druid and come up with the Elemental Druid and the Circle of Decay.   Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/ Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/

The heroes have finally reached the object of their quest, but have to face down an angry Iron Titan first. Some unwelcome guests interrupt, and death saves are rolled.    Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/   Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/   Background music is from https://www.tabletopaudio.com/

With the campaign marching along, it's time for Tim to discuss the remaining campaign plot points that have been subtly foreshadowed. Is the master plan ambitious or ludicrous?  Warning: DON'T listen to this if you want to avoid spoilers!   Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/   Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/

The heroes have finally reached the ruins, but are they prepared for the dangers that await them? Vanna ponders solving all problems with arrows. Fey and Gilledob go a little crazy. Spruce jumps and falls like a pro, and the group finds a hellish encyclopedia.    Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/   Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/   Background music is from https://www.tabletopaudio.com/

Worn out from their encounter with the dragonborn, the heroes flee the sudden arrival of an Umber Hulk. With an injured Spruce Lee carrying an unconscious Vanna, the group runs blindly into the tunnels to escape, knowing that failure will have dire consequences.    Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/   Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/   Background music is from https://www.tabletopaudio.com/

The Mad Titan is here for a one-shot. Use him to punish your friends. Be sure to find his character sheet and gauntlet tiers on our Facebook page, and maybe elsewhere.   Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/   Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/

The heroes continue to navigate the labyrinthine tunnels and caverns with a captive drow as a guide, but there is little trust on either side. The appearance of new dangers puts the group's resolve to the test.   Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/   Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/   Music is from https://www.tabletopaudio.com/ And from James Longley (https://freesound.org/people/james_longley/sounds/385294/)  

The heroes descend further and get an idea of the dangers that lurk in the darkness beneath Farro's Point.  A rift grows between Fey and the rest of the group, and they are presented with a dilemma in the form of another traveller.   Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/   Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/   Background ambience is from https://tabletopaudio.com/ And an abbreviated track from James Longley (https://freesound.org/people/james_longley/sounds/433806/)

We're back talking about how to use player classes in the Dungeons and Dragons Players Handbook to generate ideas for enemies and villains in your campaigns. This time, we look at making a villain based on the lore and abilities of the Cleric!    Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/ Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/

With their weapons confiscated, the heroes contend with a treacherous figure in the Fathom's Fighters who holds their fate in his hands. Gilledob and Fey both get their sneak on. Vanna gets a bit shocked, Spruce refuses to stay down, and Fey steps up in a big way.   Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/   Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/   Background ambience is from https://tabletopaudio.com/

As the heroes continue towards the underground ruins, they encounter some members of the Fathom's Fighters, who are trying to fend off a number of dangerous foes... Plus, our first NPC named after a listener bites the dust!   Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/   Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/   Background ambience is from https://tabletopaudio.com/

Time for another episode for the Dungeon Masters in the audience! We discuss what happened in episodes 7-10, and what surprises are in store for the heroes as they continue to the ruins beneath Farro's Point (including some ideas suggested by members of our Dungeon Master Group!). Spoilers ahead!   Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/   Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/

It's our TENTH campaign episode! This week, the heroes continue to delve deeper into the undergound, where they come face to face with some nasty critters and a lot of hazards intended to keep them out.   Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/   Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/   Background ambience is from https://tabletopaudio.com/

The heroes turn the tables on a dangerous foe. Spruce gives Fey a polite but stern reprimand before the group deciphers a clue to lead them towards the underground ruins beneath Farro's Point.   Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/   Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/   Background ambience is from https://tabletopaudio.com/

In the search for a clue which will lead them to the ruins underneath Farro's Point, the heroes execute a plan to get past the Iron Guardians surrounding the Warriors' Alliance training grounds.  Later, they see a familiar face that may be hiding something sinister.   Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/ Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/   Background ambience is from https://tabletopaudio.com/

In the second episode on creating D&D villains, Tim talks about how to use player classes in the Dungeons and Dragons Players Handbook to generate ideas for enemies and villains in your campaigns. This time we're looking at the lore and abilities of the barbarian.   Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/   Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/  

The heroes gear up as they set out to find the first of several components to Elwyn the Weaver's device that will find and rescue Lord Kelira. But Agorand is seemingly one step ahead as the heroes find a daunting obstacle in their path.     Support the podcast (if you want): https://www.thingstimwrote.com/books/   Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/knightsandnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/knightsandnerds/ https://twitter.com/knightsandnerds https://www.knightsandnerds.com/   Background ambience is from https://tabletopaudio.com/