Welcome, traveler! Name's Alaric, Keeper of the Hearth, and this has been my favorite stool for over a decade. I've seen green adventurers become legendary heroes, and I've seen Dungeon Masters weave tales that would make the gods weep. In all that time, I’ve picked up a few simple tricks of the trade—little spells for a better story. That’s what "The DM's Cantrip" is all about: short tales and easy advice to help you roll dice and tell stories with confidence. So grab an ale, and let's talk ...
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Alaric, Keeper of the Hearth, introduces Episode 5 of The DM's Cantrip, focusing on understanding the dice used in roleplaying games. He explains the purpose and common uses for each of the seven standard dice: the d20 (most common, for action outcomes), d12 (for heavy weapon damage), d10 (for heavy weapons/spells, with a second percentile d10 for …
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In this episode of The DM's Cantrip, Alaric the Keeper of the Hearth guides new players through the essential purchases for starting Dungeons & Dragons. He breaks down the three main entry points: the D&D Starter Set, the D&D Essentials Kit, and the Player's Handbook. Alaric recommends the Starter Set or Essentials Kit for newcomers wanting to play…
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This episode of The DMs Cantrip explores the three core activities that make up a Dungeons & Dragons game: Exploration, Social Interaction, and Combat, also known as the Three Pillars of Play. Host Alaric, Keeper of the Hearth, explains how these pillars—discovery and inquiry (Exploration), character expression and negotiation (Social Interaction),…
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This episode of The DM's Cantrip dives into the "Holy Trinity" of Dungeons & Dragons: The Player, The Dungeon Master, and The Dice. Host Alaric, Keeper of the Hearth, explains the unique role each plays in creating the collaborative storytelling experience. Learn how players shape their protagonists, how the DM builds and narrates the world (and is…
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Embark on your D&D journey with "The DMs Cantrip"! In this inaugural episode, join host Alaric, Keeper of the Hearth, as he demystifies Dungeons & Dragons. Discover its origins from historical wargaming in the 1970s, its resilience through the "Satanic Panic" of the 80s, and its modern resurgence under Wizards of the Coast, culminating in its globa…
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