Writing For Roleplay

About Writing For Roleplay

Join hosts Kevin Carpenter and Kayla Knutson as they provide guidance on crafting narratives in your tabletop RPG, whether you're a player, GM, or Actual Play performer. Writing for Roleplay is a production of Digital Kaiju Studios.

Publisher

Digital Kaiju Studios

Category

leisure · leisure

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

3 Jun 2024

Latest episode

6 Aug 2024

Latest episodes

12 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   6 Aug 2024

   Ending the Adventure

   Whether you're flying a plane or running an RPG, sticking the landing is very important. Join Kevin and Kayla as they discuss ways to properly end an adventure, whether it's a one-shot or a multi-year campaign. Writing For Roleplay is an advice podcast for crafting narratives in tabletop roleplaying. Whether you are a player, GM, publisher, or actual play performer, you'll find incredible tips to help level up your TTRPG experience. Want to support our work and gain access to bonus episodes and our private Discord? Visit our Ko-Fi at https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios (https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios) Follow us on social media! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557977974729 (https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/ (https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/) Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios (https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios) Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios (https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios) Twitter: https://x.com/DigiKaiju (https://x.com/DigiKaiju) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalKaijuStudios (https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalKaijuStudios) Art by Ashlee Hart Music: Fantasy Logo by MusicDog

2. 

   30 Jul 2024

   Dark Themes & Safety Tools

   If you want to run your game where everyone has chainsaw hands and does turbo-drugs, you might want to have a conversation first. In today's episode, Kevin and Kayla discuss how to approach dark themes, the mistakes they've made in the past, and what safety tools you can use to make sure everyone has a blast. Want to support our work and gain access to bonus episodes and our private Discord? Visit our Ko-Fi at https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios (https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios) Follow us on social media! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557977974729 (https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/ (https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/) Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios (https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios) Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios (https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios) Twitter: https://x.com/DigiKaiju (https://x.com/DigiKaiju) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalKaijuStudios (https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalKaijuStudios) The TTRPG Safety Toolkit is a resource co-curated by Kienna Shaw and Lauren Bryant-Monk. The TTRPG Safety Toolkit is a compilation of safety tools that have been designed by members of the tabletop roleplaying games community for use by players and GMs at the table. You can find it at ttrpgsafetytoolkit.com. Art by Ashlee Hart Music: Fantasy Logo by MusicDog

3. 

   23 Jul 2024

   Combat

   Combat and roleplaying don't need to be separated! Kevin and Kayla discuss roleplaying a pre-fight monologue, crafting compelling combat encounters, and the party dynamics in combat that bleed out into the rest of the campaign. Want to support our work and gain access to bonus episodes and our private Discord? Visit our Ko-Fi at https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios (https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios) Follow us on social media! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557977974729 (https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/ (https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/) Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios (https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios) Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios (https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios) Twitter: https://x.com/DigiKaiju (https://x.com/DigiKaiju) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalKaijuStudios (https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalKaijuStudios) Thirsty Sword Lesbians: https://evilhat.com/product/thirsty-sword-lesbians/ The Monsters Know What They're Doing by Keith Ammann: https://www.themonstersknow.com/ Art by Ashlee Hart Music: Fantasy Logo by MusicDog

4. 

   16 Jul 2024

   Know the Rules

   Mechanics vs. Narrative? We spit on that false dichotomy! Join Kevin and Kayla as they discuss how the mechanics influence the narrative and the narrative influences the mechanics. If you want to play the game, you gotta know the rules. Want to support our work and gain access to bonus episodes and our private Discord? Visit our Ko-Fi at https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios (https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios) Follow us on social media! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557977974729 (https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/ (https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/) Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios (https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios) Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios (https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios) Twitter: https://x.com/DigiKaiju (https://x.com/DigiKaiju) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalKaijuStudios (https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalKaijuStudios) "Rules Are A Cage (and I'm a Puppygirl)" by Jay Dragon: https://possumcreek.medium.com/rules-are-a-cage-and-im-a-puppygirl-69e8d569b2b6 Alice is Missing: https://www.huntersentertainment.com/alice-is-missing Art by Ashlee Hart Music: Fantasy Logo by MusicDog

5. 

   9 Jul 2024

   Crafting Villains

   From cunning masterminds to powerful brutes, we love to hate villains of all varieties! Join Kevin and Kayla as they discuss crafting the perfect villain for your campaign. Want to support our work and gain access to bonus episodes and our private Discord? Visit our Ko-Fi at https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios (https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios) Follow us on social media! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557977974729 (https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/ (https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/) Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios (https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios) Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios (https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios) Twitter: https://x.com/DigiKaiju (https://x.com/DigiKaiju) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalKaijuStudios (https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalKaijuStudios) Art by Ashlee Hart Music: Fantasy Logo by MusicDog

6. 

   2 Jul 2024

   Interview with Rowan Zeoli, Rascal News Co-Founder

   Rowan Zeoli, TTRPG Journalist and Co-Founder of Rascal News, joins us today to talk about writing ABOUT roleplaying games, along with the state of the industry, starting your own business, and how fascism is bad. Support independent journalism during Rascal News' 2024 Pledge Drive: https://www.rascal.news/rascal-pledge-drive-2024-goals-schedule-calendar/ (https://www.rascal.news/rascal-pledge-drive-2024-goals-schedule-calendar/) Articles Mentioned Rascal News - Government suits roleplay World War III like murderhobos, because of course they do: https://www.rascal.news/government-wargame-ww3-trump-presidency/ (https://www.rascal.news/government-wargame-ww3-trump-presidency/) Rascal News - Letters from the Twenty-Sided Tavern: https://www.rascal.news/letters-from-the-twenty-sided-tavern/ (https://www.rascal.news/letters-from-the-twenty-sided-tavern/) Want to support our work and gain access to bonus episodes and our private Discord? Visit our Ko-Fi at https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios (https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios) Follow us on social media! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557977974729 (https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/ (https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/) Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios (https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios) Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios (https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios) Twitter: https://x.com/DigiKaiju (https://x.com/DigiKaiju) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalKaijuStudios (https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalKaijuStudios) Art by Ashlee Hart Music: Fantasy Logo by MusicDog

7. 

   25 Jun 2024

   Interview with Ron Ogden, Dungeon Run Producer/DM

   On today's episode, Kevin and Kayla interview Ron Ogden, Producer, Actor, and DM for the Dungeon Run actual play series! Join us for a discussion about LARPing, acting, and actual play. Support the Blood, Rum, & Thunder Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1043318949/blood-rum-and-thunder (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1043318949/blood-rum-and-thunder) Watch Dungeon Run at youtube.com/@TheDungeonRun (https://www.youtube.com/@TheDungeonRun) Catch Ron Ogden on socials @therealrogden Want to support our work and gain access to bonus episodes and our private Discord? Visit our Ko-Fi at https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios (https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios%20) Follow us on social media! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557977974729 (https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/ (https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/) Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios (https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios) Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios (https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios) Twitter: https://x.com/DigiKaiju (https://x.com/DigiKaiju) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalKaijuStudios (https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalKaijuStudios) Art by Ashlee Hart Music: Fantasy Logo by MusicDog

8. 

   18 Jun 2024

   Crafting NPC's

   From quest givers to factions to wildlife, keeping your world from feeling empty is hard work. Join Kevin and Kayla as they give tips on crafting NPC's! Want to support our work and gain access to bonus episodes and our private Discord? Visit our Ko-Fi at https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios Follow us on social media! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557977974729 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios Twitter: https://x.com/DigiKaiju Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw2x6LlIxZmJ3xnf6DdYGZw Art by Ashlee Hart Music: Fantasy Logo by MusicDog

9. 

   11 Jun 2024

   Crafting Your Character

   When you create a character, you create a golden opportunity for a story. Join Kevin and Kayla as they give tips on crafting a narrative in character creation! Want to support our work and gain access to bonus episodes and our private Discord? Visit our Ko-Fi at https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios Follow us on social media! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557977974729 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios Twitter: https://x.com/DigiKaiju Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw2x6LlIxZmJ3xnf6DdYGZw Art by Ashlee Hart Music: Fantasy Logo by MusicDog

10. 

    3 Jun 2024

    Worldbuilding and Scope

    Crafting a world and narrowing your scope work hand-in-hand. Kevin and Kayla discuss how to create interesting settings while also keeping the plot outline of your game in mind. Don't lose sight while you're drawing your horizons! Want to support our work and gain access to bonus episodes and our private Discord? Visit our Ko-Fi at https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios Follow us on social media! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557977974729 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios Twitter: https://x.com/DigiKaiju Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw2x6LlIxZmJ3xnf6DdYGZw Art by Ashlee Hart Music: Fantasy Logo by MusicDog

11. 

    3 Jun 2024

    Know Your Genre

    If you know your genre, you know your game! Kevin and Kayla discuss crafting narratives within several genres and how to use tropes to your advantage. Want to support our work and gain access to bonus episodes and our private Discord? Visit our Ko-Fi at https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios Follow us on social media! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557977974729 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios Twitter: https://x.com/DigiKaiju Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw2x6LlIxZmJ3xnf6DdYGZw Art by Ashlee Hart Music: Fantasy Logo by MusicDog Games Mentioned City of Mist: https://cityofmist.co DnD 5E - Curse of Strahd: https://dnd.wizards.com/products/curse-strahd-revamped Dungeon World: https://dungeon-world.com/ Mork Borg: https://www.morkborg.com/ Cy-Borg: https://cy-borg.io/ Star Trek RPG: https://modiphius.net/en-us/collections/star-trek-adventures Alien RPG: https://freeleaguepublishing.com/games/alien/ Mothership RPG: https://www.tuesdayknightgames.com/pages/mothership-rpg Everyday Heroes - Pacific Rim: https://evilgeniusgames.com/shop/pacific-rim-cinematic-adventure-digital-version-2/ Call of Cthulu: https://www.chaosium.com/call-of-cthulhu-rpg/ Vaesen: https://freeleaguepublishing.com/games/vaesen/ Kaiju Girls: https://gshowitt.itch.io/kaiju-girls Monsterhearts 2: https://buriedwithoutceremony.com/monsterhearts Thirsty Sword Lesbians: https://evilhat.com/product/thirsty-sword-lesbians/ Mall Goths vs. Visigoths: https://necromancy.itch.io/goths Trash Pandas: https://gshowitt.itch.io/crash-pandas Monster of the Week: https://evilhat.com/product/monster-of-the-week/

12. 

    3 Jun 2024

    Intro a.k.a. Our Podcast's Session Zero

    The premiere episode of Writing For Roleplay, an advice podcast for crafting narratives in tabletop roleplaying. Kevin and Kayla play out Writing for Roleplay's session zero as they introduce themselves, what they want to do, and what they love about roleplaying games. Want to support our work and gain access to bonus episodes and our private Discord? Visit our Ko-Fi at https://ko-fi.com/digitalkaijustudios Follow us on social media! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/digikaiju.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557977974729 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitalkaijustudios/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalkaijustudios Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/digitalkaijustudios Twitter: https://x.com/DigiKaiju Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw2x6LlIxZmJ3xnf6DdYGZw Art by Ashlee Hart Music: Fantasy Logo by MusicDog

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5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Spotify

4.2 / 5

5 ratings

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