The Compendm's Podcast: Recent Episodes
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So you want to wild shape? That means drawing up a Druid class character. Luckily, this episode covers druids from start to finish so you know exactly what to expect and how to build the exact character you want to play for your next campaign.
Not quite sure which circle to take as your Druid subclass? We've got you covered. Part 1 of 2.
Level two and beyond is where Druids become the most interesting. This episode covers your basic Druid class improvements from levels 2-20.
This episode gives you the overview of building your level 1 Druid, including how to allocate your ability points, the equipment to choose from, and starting skills and abilities.
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In this Episode of The CompenDM Kasie and Jason dive into the Druid class in D&D, talking about the essence of what they are and their origins.
Everything you need to know about playing a cleric from levels 1-20!
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Finishing the overview of Cleric Divine Domains this episode covers the Order, Peace, Tempest, Trickery, Twilight, and War domains.
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Continuing our exploration of Divine Domains this episode gives an overview of the Grave, Knowledge, Life, and Nature domain options.
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In this episode of The CompenDM Jason and Kasie begin their comprehensive overview of the diverse domain options with the Arcana, Death, and Forge domains.
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Delving into Divine Domains this episode looks closely at the Light domain.
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This episode gives a comprehensive overview of Cleric traits from levels 2-20 that every cleric gets regardless of their divine domain.
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This episode breaks down you're level 1 cleric and why their spell list is so long if you print your character sheet.
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Every party needs a healer, which is traditionally where the Cleric comes in. A fantastic addition to any party, this episode introduces what clerics are and the lore behind the class for your character's back story.
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Want to play a Warlock? This episode covers everything you'll need to know from generating your level 1 character to picking pact boons, patrons, and more.
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Finishing out our discussion for Warlock patrons, this episode talks about the Undead and Undying patron options.
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Continuing our discussion for Warlock patrons, this episode covers the Fiend, Genie, Great Old One and Hexblade patron options.
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Rewinding back to Level 1, lets deep dive into the various options available to you for your Warlock's patron. This episode covers The Archfey, Celestial, and Fathomless patron options.
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In a show of appreciation for your service, at level 3 your Warlock's patron will bestow upon you a Pact Boon- This episode covers the options you get to choose from.
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Level two brings a new magical aspect to Warlocks, unlocking Eldritch Invocations. Listen in to learn more.
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A key feature of the Warlocks is available at level one: Pact Magic. Essentially, this is a fancy heading for a number of abilities you have from this feature. This episode breaks it all down.
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Starting at Level 1 there are some pretty big decisions to make regarding your Warlock character. This episode breaks down everything to expect from the process.
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Warlocks are one of the more confusing casting classes within D&D, but luckily Jason and Kasie are here to break them down for you. This episode introduces the class and gives a little breakdown of what they're all about.
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If you're interested in playing a Bard, this episode will cover everything from why bards go adventuring to building a level 1 bard and choosing from the variety of bardic colleges available to specialize your performer.
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Wrapping up our overview of the bard class Jason and I talk about the last three colleges you have to choose from for your Bard and some of the cool features you'd benefit from by doing so.
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Looking for some more variety than what's offered in the Players Handbook? This episode talks about three additional colleges you can consider choosing from which hale from other D&D source books.
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Diving into customization to your character this episode unpacks the two colleges provided in the Players Handbook that you can choose at level two: The College of Lore and the College of Valor.
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Every bard will enjoy some of the same perks from leveling up regardless of their chosen college. This episode talks about everything to expect and the choices you'll have to make as your character hones their performance.
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Ready to draw up your character? This episode covers everything you'll start out with at level 1, and gives some suggestions as to what to choose depending on the character you're hoping to create.
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If you're not sure what a bard is or the different ways they can serve you in your next campaign, this is the episode for you. Jason and I talk about the role of bards in society and how to use their skills, talents, and performance to you and your party's advantage.
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If you've a creative itch to scratch while playing your next campaign, picking a Bard could be the way to go. This episode introduces the Bard class and talks a little about why they weren't particularly loved until the renditions of 5e.
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If you want to play a Sorcerer in D&D 5e, you've come to the right episode! Listen in to hear Jason and Kasie break down the class from start to finish, including things specific to Sorcerers like Meta Magic, Sorcery Points, and Sorcerous Origins.
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Wrapping up our discussion about Sorcerers, this episode looks at three additional sub-class options from Xanathar's Guide to Everything and Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide: Divine Soul, Shadow Magic, and Storm Sorcery.
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If you're looking for some more options for Sorcerer sub classes, here are a few available in Tasha's Cauldron of Everything: Aberrant Mind and Clockwork Soul.
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Continuing the discussion about sub class options for the Sorcerer Class, this episode breaks down everything you need to know about playing a Wild Magic Sorcerer from the Players Handbook.
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Divine into Sorcerous Origins, the Sorcerer Class's sub class options, this episode unpacks the Draconic Bloodlines option from the Players Handbook.
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Sorcerers get some extra perks as a part of their class: Sorcerery Points and access to Meta Magic. This episode unpacks what both of those things are, when you get them, and how to use them.
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This episode breaks down everything you'll need to know to build your level 1 sorcerer, including stats, equipment, and spells.
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What are sorcerers? How do they differ from Wizards? This episode introduces this casting class, answering these questions and more.
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Welcome to the wonderful world of Wizards! This full-length class episode breaks down everything you need to know about building and playing a Wizard in D&D 5e.
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Finishing out our dialog about Wizards, this epsidoe covers the last of the subclass options, Order of Scribes, and provides some helpful tips, tricks, and insight for people looking to play this class.
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If you’re looking for a subclass that extends beyond the scope of the Player’s Handbook options, look no further. This episode discusses additional subclass options found in other source books, including Bladesinging, Chronurgy, Graviturgy, and War Magic.
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Continuing our discussion about subclasses, this episode will give you a comprehensive overview of all the different Wizard subclasses you can choose from in the Player’s Handbook: Abjuration, Conjuration, Divination, Enchantment, Illusion, Necromancy, and Transmutation.
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This episode starts our conversation exploring the different subclasses you can choose for your wizard at level 2, doing a deep dive into the school of evocation to help lay the groundwork for the overview of the other options.
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Once you go adventuring, your Wizard will start to level up and gain some new abilities and advantages as they do. This episode covers what to expect from levels 2-20.
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This episode provides an overview of spellcasting as it pertains specifically to the Wizard class, as well as how to deal with spell components.
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Every casting class has their own unique way of learning and channeling magic. For the Wizard, it’s their spell book. This episode discusses what a spell book is, why Wizards have them, and how to add new spells or replace them if they get lost.
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Ready to build your level 1 Wizard? This episode covers everything you need to know about the options you have and the best way to allocate your numbers for ability scores.
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Delving into the world of full-casters, this episode introduces the Wizard class, a classic and favorite in every fantasy genre ever created.
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Paladins are one of two classes that fall into the category of ‘half-casters,’ since they utilize both martial tactics and magic. If you’ve been interested in playing a Paladin, or want some ideas on how to breath more life into your existing character, this episode will cover everything you need to know, from levels 1-20.
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What happens if a Paladin doesn’t honor their oath? This episode discusses the repercussions of such a choice, as well as a fairly popular subclass that is a direct result of that behavior: The Oathbreaker.
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If you’re looking for something outside the traditional options for Oaths, this episode gives an overview of additional choices that come from other sourcebooks such as Xanathar's, Tasha’s, and Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide.
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Every player’s favorite level increase is to level 3, where you get to choose your sub-class. Paladins get to select from certain ‘Oaths’ to which they swear their allegiance. This episode gives a high-level discussion of all of the Oath options available to you in the Player's Handbook.
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Everything you need to know about the options available to your Paladin from levels 4-20.
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No one ever stays at level 1 for long. This episode talks about what to expect as you level up to a level 2 and 3 Paladin, omitting the sub-class oaths for the time being.
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This episode unpacks everything you get from a level 1 Paladin build, from your equipment and armor to traits and abilities.
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Paladins are one of two classes that fall into the category of ‘half-casters,’ since they utilize both martial tactics and magic. This episode introduces the class, defines how it differs from clerics, and gives a few real-life and fictitious examples of paladins to help you get a better grasp on the class as a whole.
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Everything you need to know about the Ranger class in one episode. Rangers fall into the category of ‘half-casters,’ since they utilize both martial tactics and magic. Unlike other classes, Rangers were not an OG D&D class back with first edition, and their introduction received a lack-luster welcome from some. This episode covers some of the reasons why, as well as a comprehensive overview of how to build your character using either the materials from the Players Handbook or some of the additional content from other source materials.
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Once you reach level 3, your Ranger gets to select their Archetype, or their class’s sub-class. Although there are only two in the Players Handbook, a number of additional ones exist in other source materials.
This episode provides a comprehensive overview of the Gloom Stalker, Horizon Walker, Monster Slayer, and Swarm Keeper archetypes.
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Once you reach level 3, your Ranger gets to select their Archetype, or their class’s sub-class. Although there are only two in the Players Handbook, a number of additional ones exist in other source materials.
This episode provides a comprehensive overview of the Hunter, Beast Master, and Drake Warden archetypes.
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Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything (TCoE) introduced some optional changes to the Ranger class that help to address some of the common complaints about the class as it’s presented in the Players Handbook. This episode talks about what options are available to you and why they might be a good choice for your character.
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As your ranger levels up they gain access to more options and abilities to both niche their character and broaden their skillset. This episode covers what to expect as your character rises through the ranks from levels 3-20.
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It usually isn’t long before your level 1 character gets to level up, and Rangers unlock access to some of their best abilities at level 2. This episode discusses covers everything you need to know about a level 2 Ranger: fighting styles and magic.
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This episode breaks down everything that every ranger gets to start their character with. We’ll talk about your options for armor and weapons, some suggestions on assigning your character’s ability scores, as well as a couple abilities they get to use right away.
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Rangers fall into the category of ‘half-casters,’ since they utilize both martial tactics and magic. Unlike other classes, Rangers were not an OG D&D class back with first edition, and their introduction received a lack-luster welcome from some. In this episode Kasie and Jason talk about why there has been some resistance to this class in the past, as well as some insight as to where your ranger might have learned their trade if you’re interested in building one.
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Barbarians are the tanks of any party, and wear their passions – specifically rage – on their sleeves. If you’re curious about playing a Barbarian, are getting ready to level one up in a campaign, or want to understand the class better as a DM, this episode will cover everything you need to know.
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Hitting level 3 is a big milestone for every character, since they get the opportunity to select a sub-class for their character, unlocking a myriad of abilities that help to define your character, their journey, and their specific skillset.
This episode is a comprehensive overview of all the different primal paths you can choose from at level 3- those in the PHB and a few in other source materials as well.
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It’s rare (read: not impossible) that your D&D characters stay at level 1 for long- and starting at level 2 and going up to 20 you unlock additional benefits for playing a barbarian class.
This episode discusses each level up perk so you know what to expect along the way.
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So what does your barbarian get immediately at level 1, and where should you put your best and worst ability score? Contrary to common belief (and even the Player’s Handbook suggestion) Kasie and Jason don’t think that Strength is actually where it’s at.
This episode will cover suggestions on where to put your ability scores, the options you get when you play a barbarian as far as equipment you receive, proficiencies you get, and other starting factors of building your character.
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Barbarians are a well-known class of action hero spanning from Conan the Barbarian (as the name implies) to Grog from Critical Role. But are these buff and burly barbarians destined by build to be bumbling bonehead? Are they always the lone wolf, or can they emerge from tribes, cities, or towns?
In this Episode of The CompenDM, Kasie and Jason discuss some of the common stereotypes barbarians face, why they exist, and dive into their origin story.
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This sidequest episode explores the role that music plays in creating an immersive gameplay experience. We talk with Weston from Arcane Anthems about his experience writing music for and using it in D&D campaigns.
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This sidequest episode explores the role that music plays in creating an immersive gameplay experience. We talk with Weston from Arcane Anthems about his experience writing music for and using it in D&D campaigns.
Last but not least, information on sourcing music for your games, including music Weston himself has composed.
Check out Arcane Anthems and help support them on Patreon. You can also click here to watch his newest series One-Shot 101 teaching people how to play D&D.
As always, The Compendm is currently supported 100% through listener support- check out our own Patreon to help support the podcast and ensure a long and informational future for the show!
This sidequest episode explores the role that music plays in creating an immersive gameplay experience. We talk with Weston from Arcane Anthems about his experience writing music for and using it in D&D campaigns.
Now that you know a little about how music can influence your games, this episode gives you some practical tips on how to plan out and implement music during your games.
Check out Arcane Anthems and help support them on Patreon. You can also click here to watch his newest series One-Shot 101 teaching people how to play D&D.
As always, The Compendm is currently supported 100% through listener support- check out our own Patreon to help support the podcast and ensure a long and informational future for the show!
This sidequest episode explores the role that music plays in creating an immersive gameplay experience. We talk with Weston from Arcane Anthems about his experience writing music for and using it in D&D campaigns.
This episode breaks down the different types of sound you can use at your table, including music, ambiance, and sound effects, as well as tips on when to interject each of them into your campaign.
Check out Arcane Anthems and help support them on Patreon. You can also click here to watch his newest series One-Shot 101 teaching people how to play D&D.
As always, The Compendm is currently supported 100% through listener support- check out our own Patreon to help support the podcast and ensure a long and informational future for the show!
This sidequest episode explores the role that music plays in creating an immersive gameplay experience. We talk with Weston from Arcane Anthems about his experience writing music for and using it in D&D campaigns.
This episode dives into what makes music so powerful, creating the foundation for why music can be an incredible tool to use during campaigns.
Check out Arcane Anthems and help support them on Patreon. You can also click here to watch his newest series One-Shot 101 teaching people how to play D&D.
As always, The Compendm is currently supported 100% through listener support- check out our own Patreon to help support the podcast and ensure a long and informational future for the show!
This sidequest episode explores the role that music plays in creating an immersive gameplay experience. We talk with Weston from Arcane Anthems about his experience writing music for and using it in D&D campaigns.
This episode introduces Weston, and he shares a little bit about his history leading up to stepping into his full-time career as a TTRPG musician.
Check out Arcane Anthems and help support them on Patreon. You can also click here to watch his newest series One-Shot 101 teaching people how to play D&D.
As always, The Compendm is currently supported 100% through listener support- check out our own Patreon to help support the podcast and ensure a long and informational future for the show!
Monk's aren't one of the OG D&D classes, and when they were first introduced they didn't get a lot of love... but since then the Monk class has been refined into an incredibly unique class.
This episode covers the Monk class start to finish with everything you need to know about building and playing a Monk in your next campaign.
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Curious to hear some tips on the best way to leverage your ability scores or character traits? This episode is a casual discussion about some options to consider depending on what type of character you're wanting to build.
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As usual, additional source materials (cue Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide) contain some additional sub-class options for you to choose from. This episode gives you an overview of the remaining traditions and where to find them.
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This episode finishes our deep-dive into the Player's Handbook monastic traditions, the Way of Shadow and Way of the Four Elements, and is sponsored by Quests for Authenticity- the first and only coaching program helping people become just as confident in real life as their characters are at the game table.
The Monk sub-classes, called Monastic Traditions, layer on EVEN MORE ways to buff your Monk. This episode talks in-depth about the first one in the players handbook, The Way of the Open Hand.
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Monks are a little unique in that they get some pretty incredible abilities at early levels. This episode focuses on the improvements your Monk will experience as soon as they kill a couple of goblins and make it to Level 2.
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Monk's aren't one of the original classes in D&D, and they weren't always that loved. Listen in to this introduction of the Monk class to learn more about it's history in D&D and the general character concept behind playing one. Curious what you're D&D stats would be in real life? Find out here.
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From thieves cant to sneak attack, leveling up to sub-classes, this episode will cover everything you need to know about playing a rogue in D&D.
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Finishing out the last of the rogue sub-classes, this episode discusses the Arcane Trickster, as well as some final thoughts on playing rogues (including race pairing ideas).
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Once your rogue hits level 3, you get to choose a Roguish Archetype (also known as the rogue's subclass). This episode breaks down two of the three main options available to select from the Players Handbook: Thief and Assassin.
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As magnificent as rogues are right out of the gate at level one, it only gets better from there. This episode breaks down the improvements that happen as your rogue increases from levels 2-20.
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This episode covers the core perks your character will get by playing a rogue right from the start.
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Rogues are incredibly fun and powerful to play. If you're curious about choosing one for your next character, here's an introduction to the class to get you started.
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Thinking of playing a fighter for your next character? Or wondering what your options are once its time to level them up? This episode of The CompenDM will cover every aspect of choosing this class, spanning the players handbook and other source materials, to help you spend less time learning about them and more time playing them.
Finishing off our list of martial archetypes, this episode will wrap up our deep-dive into the Fighter Class and what to expect by playing one.
Continuing on our exploration of the Fighter Class martial archetypes, this episode dives into more of the options available to choose from for your character.
As you level up, your fighter's path will become more diverse. You'll be able to shape and niche your character's destiny by choosing Martial Archetypes for them. This is part one of three talking about all the choices you'll have to pick from.
Let's dive into what's going to happen and be available to you once you start leveling up your Fighter from level 2 and beyond! Our discussion will include action surge, ability score increases, and an introduction to martial archetypes (your fighter sub-class).
Starting at level one you get to choose a fighting style. This episode covers all eleven of them spanning across different source materials.
This episode unpacks the basics of playing a fighter that you'll start with at level 1. We talk about your hit dice as a fighter, as well as the equipment options you can choose while building out your character.
Fighters are one of the easiest races to play if you're new to D&D - but that does't make them the weakest. Listen in to our kickoff episode exploring the Fighter class from the Player's Handbook, and why you should play one.
If you play D&D you've experienced at least a few of struggles along the way. Listen in as Jason, myself, and special guest Cameron Ackerson from The D&D Coalition unpack strategies to tackle the top 9 challenges of playing D&D in this sidequest! Have a question that wasn't answered? Email it to thecompendm@gmail.com.
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Saving the biggest challenge for last, Listen in as Jason, myself, and special guest Cameron Ackerson from The D&D Coalition unpack strategies that will help you overcome the biggest struggle of all people who play D&D... scheduling!
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If you play D&D using physical maps and minis, you know the struggle as a DM of tracking combat damage between multiple combatants. Listen in as Jason, myself, and special guest Cameron Ackerson from The D&D Coalition unpack strategies to tackle this very topic.
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How much combat should you have compared to storytelling or puzzles? Listen in as Jason, myself, and special guest Cameron Ackerson from The D&D Coalition unpack strategies to tackle this very topic.
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Do you struggle to create engaging and challenging combat for your party that wont be a TPK? Listen in as Jason, myself, and special guest Cameron Ackerson from The D&D Coalition unpack strategies to tackle this very topic.
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Party full of murder hobos? Listen in as Jason, myself, and special guest Cameron Ackerson from The D&D Coalition unpack strategies to tackle this very topic.
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In D&D you never know what's going to happen; and sometimes those unexpected turns the story takes when a player makes an unusual contribution can be a struggle. Listen in as Jason, myself, and special guest Cameron Ackerson from The D&D Coalition unpack strategies to tackle this very topic.
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Ever struggle to get things prepped ahead of your game? Listen in as Jason, myself, and special guest Cameron Ackerson from The D&D Coalition unpack strategies to tackle this very topic.
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Ever have the best of intentions to take notes about gameplay? But somehow at the end of every session you've managed to take none? Listen in as Jason, myself, and special guest Cameron Ackerson from The D&D Coalition unpack strategies to tackle this very topic.
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Ever struggle with how to make sure everyone at the D&D table - including the DM - are having fun? Listen in as Jason, myself, and special guest Cameron Ackerson from The D&D Coalition unpack strategies to tackle this very topic.
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Everything you need to know about playing a Half- or Full-Orc in the world of D&D, all wrapped up nicely into one episode.
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There are some obvious choices for classes when it comes to half- or full-orcs (did someone say barbarian?), but a few other classes might lend to some interesting characters or abilities, and Jason and I dive into that topic this episode.
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While the Half-Orc race doesn't have any subclasses to choose, you can choose to opt for a full-orc, and this episode lays out the racial traits for that race.
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Listen in to learn about the racial traits and abilities you'll enjoy by playing a Half-Orc!
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If you're playing a half-orc, there won't be any question when someone see's you. This episode covers some of the physical characteristics of a half-orc so you can add some flavor to your character on your character sheet and during the game.
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While a character's alignment can swing toward any direction, half-orcs have a tendency to sway toward one alignment in particular because of a unique aspect of their race. This episode covers the lore of the race and some ways it impacts the character as a result.
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Interested in playing a half-orc in D&D? Here's some background information about the race and its origins to get you started.
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Everything you need to know about playing a half-elf in D&D in one place. This episode discusses all things half-elves as outlined in the Players Handbook and the Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide.
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If you're playing a half-elf in D&D here's what you need to know about their abilities as outlined in both the Players Handbook and the Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide.
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Although half-elves don't have an established kingdom hierarchy, there is still some ground suggestions for how to play them and write their backstory.
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Interested in playing a half-elf in D&D? Here's some background information about the race and its origins to get you started.
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Everything you need to know about playing a Dragonborn in one episode.
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Building out your character sheet for a Dragonborn? Here's the perks of playing one.
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Unlike some races, Dragonborn do live in groups with their own rules and hierarchy. This episode breaks down everything you need to know about Dragonborn clans.
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Who wouldn't want to play a humanoid dragon? This episode will introduce you to the origins of the Dragonborn so you can become a little more familiar with the race.
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Ready to play a demon-cursed character in D&D? This episode will tell you everything you need to know about Teiflings, including the TEN varieties of subraces you can choose from.
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Wrapping up our demon lords this episode dives into Mephistophelese, Zariel, and Feral Teiflings, finishing up our look into the Teifling Race on The CompenDM.
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Time to dive deeper into some demons your teifling's ancestors might have made their deal with back in the day. This episode breaks down the demons Fierna, Glaysa, Levistus, and Mammon.
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Teiflings are a little different to create since you don't layer additional stats for subraces, because technically they don't have subraces at all.
Teifling variation comes from which lord of the 9 hells the demon pact was made with many generations past. This episode introduces more about this concept, as well as the two demons Beelzebub and Dispater.
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Looking to stat out your standard Teifling originating from the lord of the nine hells Asmodeus? Here's what you need to know.
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Teiflings are undoubtedly one of the more unique looking races within the D&D lore. Although the handbook outlines cannon information about their appearance, this can be a surprisingly hot topic to debate. This episode clears up the 'official' information once and for all, but in the end it still always boils down to 'you do you.'
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Teiflings are unique because of their heritage. The first episode in our Teifling series will break down the past and background of Teiflings so you can better understand their unique traits and abilities as characters.
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From background and culture to stats and subraces, everything you need to know about playing a Gnome is covered in this episode.
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Once you have your standard character stats out of the way, it's time to pick your specific sub-race. This episode covers the three there are to choose from: Forest, Rock, and Deep.
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Ready to roll your new Gnome for your next adventure? Here's the basics every gnome gets to enjoy.
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Our first discussion in the series of Gnomes, this episode covers Gnome backgrounds, culture, and lifestyle.
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Learn everything you need to know about playing a Halfling right here in this full-length episode covering their culture, stats, and subraces.
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As if Halflings aren't awesome enough as-is, you get to niche your character even more by choosing a subrace for them. This episode covers the Lightfoot and Stout subraces, as well as the lesser-known Ghostwise and Lotusden subraces.
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So now that you can't help but want to play a Halfling in your next campaign, you'll need to know what makes the stats for this race unique. This episode covers the stats and bonuses ALL Halflings receive, regardless of their subrace.
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Kicking of our discussion about Halflings (and returning to our twice-a-week episode format!) this episode looks into the origins of the Halfling race; where they live, their culture, upbringing, and general outlook online.
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Journey with us deeper into the world of fantasy races as we unpack the Elven race and the sub-races there within.
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Next up in our deep-dive into races we're talking about Dwarves. Tune in to learn a little more about the mechanics and culture of this particular race in D&D!
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This first episode of the Race series focuses on Humans, as well as the overarching concept of race in the world of D&D. Listen in to learn more about how to run this race for your character, and why it might be a great option if you're new to playing.
The final episode explaining gameplay basics of D&D. This episode discusses adventuring, including mechanics and rules such as traveling, jumping, environmental damage, food, and more.
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The capstone of D&D is roleplaying, so we'd be remiss if we didn't talk about how this looks and works in a usual campaign. Join us for that discussion!
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Sometimes you'll be awarded Inspiration during gameplay- this episode clears up what that is, how you earn it, and how you use it. We also discuss activities you can do during downtime in the campaign.
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Everyone needs to eat and drink to save alive, and D&D characters are no exception. This episode explains the official mechanics of eating and drinking during a campaign, but Jason and I also talk about why we don't always follow these rules as provided.
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From Darkvision to Blindsight, this episode discusses mechanics of vision.
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How to you calculate falling from a great height? Or getting hit on the head from a falling boulder? Listen in to find out.
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Listen in as we explore the mechanics of additional movement, such as climbing, as well as how to calculate jumping distances.
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Keep your travel - and story - engaging with Random Encounters.
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Has your party been called to adventure to a two two-days walk away? This episode talks about how traveling works in D&D, including official rules about travel pace, time, and vehicles.
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D&D is a game without a winner, making the concept of gameplay a little different than traditional games. This episode breaks down the basics of how you play D&D, and some things to keep in mind as you do.
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Today's episode features an interview with Keith Ammann, author of The Monsters Know What They're Doing and Live to Tell the Tale. Keith developed a unique strategy for developing engaging combat encounters by focusing on the monsters and leveraging their unique strengths and abilities. Listen in to some of his insight on his process and tips for developing an engaging story at your own table.
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This episode wraps up the discussion about combat. Listen in as we explain the 13 different types of damage that can be inflicted in D&D, talk about how to use them for more strategic combat encounters as a DM, and additional combat mechanics of Mobs, Chases, Flanking, and Facing rules.
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Certain rules in D&D are optional, like Flanking and Facing in combat. Listen in to demystify these two mechanics to decide if they're right for your table.
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Sometimes you just want to run away - this episode clarifies how to run a chase in your campaign in case your players or your monsters decide to book it.
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If you're running a combat with a large number of the same monsters, using a mob mechanic could help streamline the process. This episode clarifies how that mechanic is outlined in the DMG, as well as some alternative suggestions on handling large encounter situations.
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Knowing the different types of damage is helpful for several reasons as both a player and a DM. In this episode Jason and I discuss some of the ways it could be used to create more engaging combat scenarios.
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This episode wraps up the final four damage types you'll come across in D&D: Force, Psychic, Poison, and Cold damage.
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Categorized as 'energy' damage types by Jason, this episode discusses Acid, Fire, Lightning, Necrotic, Radiant, and Thunder damage types.
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Bludgeoning, piercing, and slashing damage types (or BPS as they are sometimes referred to) are the most common in combat. This episode looks at how they are different from each other and why it could matter.
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You're one-stop-shop on everything Condition-related. This full-length episode covers every condition listed on page 290 of the Player's Handbook, and includes some extra discussion (well, banter) content that isn't a part of the mini-casts.
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