by Nick Perron
Welcome game masters! Each week Nick Perron dives deep into the art of running role-playing games with guests experts to get tips for everyone from first-time players to seasoned veterans. Join us to find out what makes a great story and an even greater campaign!
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April 28, 2025
<p>In this episode, the hosts examine leveling mechanics in tabletop RPGs, discussing their purpose, various implementations across different systems, and strategies for incorporating character progression into your games effectively.</p><ul><li>The purpose of leveling mechanics: progression, rewards, and maintaining player engagement</li><li>Comparison of different leveling systems (XP-based, milestone, mixed approaches)</li><li>How leveling affects game balance and party dynamics</li><li>Creative alternatives to traditional leveling</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Join our seasoned panel of GMs—Nick, Franco, Rio, and Shade—as we draw from over <strong>50 years of Game Mastering experience</strong> to help you navigate the terrors of deep space gaming.</p><p><br /></p><p>LINKS!</p><p>→ <a href="https://tabletoppedpod.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tabletopped's website</a></p><p>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/tabletopped" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a></p><p>→ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tabletoppedpod/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><p>→ <a href="https://x.com/Tabletopped" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time!</p><p><br /></p><p>Theme music by <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/11IKC4nPbwmdXu4OM3whZS?si=gK6hJA9ZRimgfqk3JCD4Kg" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mitch Poulin</a> </p>
April 21, 2025
<p>In this healing episode of Tabletopped, host Nick brings together our regular panel of tabletop gaming experts to dissect and analyze healing mechanics across various TTRPGs. From traditional hit points to narrative-driven recovery systems, the panel explores what makes healing engaging, balanced, and meaningful in gameplay.</p><ul><li>Comparative analysis of healing systems in D&D, Cairn, and more</li><li>Discussion on the "5-minute adventuring day" problem and how different games address it</li><li>The psychological impact of different healing mechanics on player decision-making</li></ul><ul><li>Debate on resource management vs. narrative recovery approaches</li><li>How healing mechanics reflect a game's tone and intended play experience</li><li>Creative alternatives to traditional healing systems from indie TTRPGs</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Join our seasoned panel of GMs—Nick, Franco, Rio, and Shade—as we draw from over <strong>50 years of Game Mastering experience</strong> to help you navigate the terrors of deep space gaming.</p><p><br /></p><p>LINKS!</p><p>→ <a href="https://tabletoppedpod.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tabletopped's website</a></p><p>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/tabletopped" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a></p><p>→ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tabletoppedpod/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><p>→ <a href="https://x.com/Tabletopped" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time!</p><p><br /></p><p>Theme music by <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/11IKC4nPbwmdXu4OM3whZS?si=gK6hJA9ZRimgfqk3JCD4Kg" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mitch Poulin</a> </p>
April 14, 2025
<p>In this week's exciting episode of Tabletopped, we boldly go where no gaming podcast has gone before! Join us as Nick sits down with game designers Al Spader and Michael Dismuke to discuss their work on the the second edition of Star Trek Adventures!</p><p><br /></p><p>In the episode:</p><ul><li>Al and Michael share their journey from Star Trek fans to official game designers</li><li>Deep dive into the core mechanics changes in Star Trek Adventures 2.0</li><li>How the team balanced staying true to Star Trek lore while creating engaging gameplay</li><li>The challenges of updating the original system while keeping what fans loved</li></ul><ul><li>Behind-the-scenes stories from playtesting sessions</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Today's Guests:</p><p><strong>Al Spader</strong>: Lead designer for Star Trek Adventures 2.0, Al has been with the project since its inception and previously worked on numerous acclaimed RPG supplements. Find out more about Al <a href="https://linktr.ee/gmadmiral" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">HERE</a></p><p><strong>Michael Dismuke</strong>: Writer and game designer specializing in narrative development, Michael has contributed to multiple Star Trek Adventures sourcebooks and brings his passion for storytelling to the 2.0 edition. Check out his website <a href="michaeldismuke.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">HERE</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Join our seasoned panel of GMs—Nick, Franco, Rio, and Shade—as we draw from over <strong>50 years of Game Mastering experience</strong> to help you navigate the terrors of deep space gaming.</p><p><br /></p><p>LINKS!</p><p>→ <a href="https://tabletoppedpod.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tabletopped's website</a></p><p>→ <a href="https://www.patreon.com/tabletopped" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a></p><p>→ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tabletoppedpod/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><p>→ <a href="https://x.com/Tabletopped" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time!</p><p><br /></p><p>Theme music by <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/11IKC4nPbwmdXu4OM3whZS?si=gK6hJA9ZRimgfqk3JCD4Kg" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mitch Poulin</a> </p>
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