Myths, History, and DnD: Recent Episodes
Ryan Powell
A podcast about mythology from around the world, the history of....well anything, and of course all things Dungeons and Dragons. If you have any ideas or topics you'd like for me to explore or elaborate on feel free to send me an e-mail mythshistorydnd@gmail.com Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mythshistorydnd/support
In this episode we learn about Peter Niers, a German bandit convicted of murdering over 500 people and personally making deals with Satan himself in the 1500s.
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In this episode we learn about the Harpies, bird-woman hybrids from Greek mythology, and how they've changed throughout history.
Argonautica Link: https://www.gutenberg.org/files/830/830-h/830-h.htm
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In this episode we learn about the legendary Red Ghost, a creature that roamed the Arizona deserts during the late 1800s. Interestingly, there may be more truth and fact regarding this legend than one would initially think.
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In this episode we start from day 42 in Steven Callahan's life changing experience of being lost at see and go all the way to the end of his journey. This is the final instalment of the Adrift series.
In the picture used for the episode's cover art is Steven Callahan with his 3 saviors.
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In this episode we talk about puzzles and how to implement them in our campaigns in creative and effective ways. This is the beginner/ introductory episode for puzzles in DnD. Similar with traps, I'll make a longer more in-depth episode at some point in the future but this should be more than sufficient to get you using puzzles and more diverse kinds of puzzles in your games.
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In this episode we learn about the Am Fear Liath Mòr or in english, The Big Grey Man of Ben MacDhui. An entity from Scottish folklore said to haunt the area of Ben MacDhui, which has dated back at least a 100+ years.
Edit
In hindsight, for some reason I was insanely backwards on some of the dates. Munro was a member of the SMC in 1889 and published his Munro Tables in 1891. That makes more sense chronologically, I was even confused myself while reading and writing the script about that part which is why I mention it in the episode. I was wrong, but the dates are correct.
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In this episode we talk about traps and how to implement them in our campaigns in creative and effective ways. This is the beginner/ introductory episode for traps in DnD. I'll make a longer more in-depth one at some point in the future, but this should be more than enough to get you using traps in your games more often.
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In this episode we learn about a human-like creature that comes from Indonesian folklore. Is the Ebu Gogo simply a creation of humanity's collective imagination, or a long lost cousin of the species?
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In this episode we learn about Skystone Hold, a militaristic bastion of civilization built to last in the mountains. We also explore ways to incorporate Skystone Hold into your own campaigns.
Script so you can port over the city to your own notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/108jQhM2ZI6nYcu-Q4vuxcnqq7Sa36cFQoUffeoZot-c/edit?usp=sharing
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In this episode we learn about a mysterious yellow-colored mongoose named Gef...also it can talk.
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In this episode we start from day 14 in Steven Callahan's life changing experience of being lost at see and go all the way to his 42nd day out on the water. This is part 3 of a multi-part story.
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In this episode we learn about Murkmire, a city built in an ancient swamp, as well as how to possibly incorporate it into your own campaigns.
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In this episode we learn about a creature from North American folk lore, the Cactus Cat. An alcoholic creature that makes its home in the desert.
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In this episode I take you through the first 14 days of Steven Callahan's life changing experience, being lost at sea. This is part 2 of a multi-part story.
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"All in the head baby! That's real DnD!"
"You can imagine all you want, I'll just display it to my players on my fancy, sweet gaming table with a 50 inch TV set into it"
An argument as old as...1974? Maybe? Today we talk about the pros and cons of ToM vs Visual Aids for tabletop gaming.
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In today's episode we learn about the Á Bao A Qu, a creature said to follow those who enter the Tower of Victory, in its never-ending struggle to achieve nirvana.
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You've woken up and...it isn't a dream. Your ship really sunk last night and now you find yourself adrift in a lifeboat. Join me in part 1 of Steven Callahan's harrowing experience of being lost at sea for 76 days.
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This is the final part of a 5 part deep dive on the subject of goblinoids in DnD. Today we'll learn all about the Goblinoid Host. How they're formed, the meaning behind its formation, the rank and structure of it, how they're organized, and most importantly how you can potentially incorporate them into your own campaigns.
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Things go bump in the night and more often than not, it is explicable. A lot of stories we see and hear about ghosts of a perfectly reasonable answer...some don't. Here's part 2 of my personal story.
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This is part 4 of a 5 part deep dive on the subject of goblinoids in DnD. Today we talk about Hobgoblins, their society, their gods, their lairs, and most importantly...brief ways to introduce them into your campaign.
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This is part 3 of a 5 part deep dive on the subject of goblinoids in DnD. Today we'll learn all about bugbears, their behaviors, their pantheon, and how they became one of Dungeons and Dragons most famous boogeymen.
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This is part 2 of a 5 part deep dive on the subject of goblinoids in DnD. Today we talk about all things goblin. How they govern themselves, live, and treat others. Enjoy!
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This is part 1 of a 5 part deep dive on the subject of Goblinoids in DnD. This episode is simply giving the basic introduction into the series. Enjoy!
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Things go bump in the night and more often than not, in my opinion, it is explainable. I think a lot of stories or things you see about ghosts are fake or have a perfectly reasonable answer...some don't. Here's my personal story.
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In this episode we build the desert oasis city that is Al-Qasim.
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Continuing the Story of Civilization series, in this episode we talk about the importance of dirt, agriculture, sticks, hos, and currency!
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With this episode I start off my first series in the show. Will Durant's The Story of Civilization...join me in a blast to the past as we look at what the building blocks of civilization are.
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The show has hit it's first milestone and I can't thank you all enough for that!
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We've always learned about the Greek gods such as Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades...but we're never told where they came from. This is that story.
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Your Thu'um is a mighty weapon, use it wisely! I had a lot of fun making this episode! -Tavern song- Curran Son - The Red Fox Tavern https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGZDopeKepzSlYxTtHMIyA - Voice Actors - EurasianRob Nicolettedown JoshP MrCharles
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It's a man! It's a bird! It's a...Plague Doctor? Got an idea for a topic you want me to cover? Get a hold of me at mythshistorydnd@gmail.com
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This episode is about the creation story in Norse mythology, I hope you enjoy!
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Let's learn about some legendary Norse warriors!
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You look out into the distance and see a bright light. As the light becomes brighter and gets closer...you feel the ground shake. This is no ordinary light, its the sun being reflected off the shields of tens of thousands of Persian soldiers. A messenger has been sent to your king and he says " Surrender or cease to exist." You look back towards the thousands of men outside your city gate and suddenly you're faced with a hard decision...
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Are you struggling with writing the bad guy for your story? Don't worry I'm here to help!
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In today's episode we take a look into the legend of The Skinwalker, a type of shaman who's desire for power, may have corrupted his soul.
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The Persians are knocking at the door and a king who is considered to be a God demands that they surrender their weapons. "Molon Labe" or "come and take them" was the response he was given. What way of life does a civilization have, to produce men who are as defiant as the Spartans? Let's find out in this episode of the podcast.
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So you've finally decided to get involved with a DnD campaign huh? Excited to start playing right away? Well slow down, because good things come to those who wait...and have a session zero.
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In today's episode we take a look into the legend of The Wendigo, a malevolent spirit said to take over the bodies of people who engage in cannibalism.
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An introduction into the concept behind my podcast and what you can expect from it.
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