Bardic Twinspiration
By Bardic Twinspiration Podcast
Bardic TwinspirationMay 13, 2023
One D&D Glossary 2
Steve regrets everything he's said about Paladins in One D&D while Rob tries to cover some rules changes.
Link to the PDF we're discussing: https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/one-dnd/druid-paladin
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ONE D&D: Paladin Pt 2
Rob (thedndwannabe) and Steven deep dive the new version of the Paladin being playtested for One D&D. It's taken a hit from 5e, but did that hit break the backbone of the class? Let's discuss!
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ONE D&D: Paladin Pt 1
Rob (thedndwannabe) and Steven deep dive the new version of the Paladin being playtested for One D&D. It's taken a hit from 5e, but did that hit break the backbone of the class? Let's discuss!
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ONE D&D: Druids Pt 2
More One D&D Playtest content is ready to be discussed! Rob (thedndwannabe) and Steven tackle the MANY changes to the Druid in this episode. It is NOT AS GOOD... but is that BAD? Listen to part two of their take!
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ONE D&D: Druids Pt 1
More One D&D Playtest content is ready to be discussed!
Rob (thedndwannabe) and Steven tackle the MANY changes to the Druid in this episode. It is NOT AS GOOD... but is that BAD? Listen to part one of their take!
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Multiclassing
What do you get when you take a little bit of different D&D classes and Frankenstein them together? Something awesome? Something awful? Maybe a little bit of both?
The twins cover the ins and outs of one of the most popular optional rules in D&D in this week's episode, with Steve showing off his area of expertise!
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ONE D&D: Species Pt 2
One of the primary defining aspects of a character in a fantasy setting is their species. Elves, Dwarves, Halflings, and many more colorful options are available to players in One D&D... but are any of them any good? What has changed, and what are we looking forward to? The twins discuss this week on BT.
This week we cover Orcs, Tieflings, Ardlings, Dragonborn, and Goliaths!
Link to the PDFs we're discussing: Cleric and Revised Species & Character Origins
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ONE D&D: Species Pt 1
One of the primary defining aspects of a character in a fantasy setting is their species. Elves, Dwarves, Halfings, and many more colorful options are available to players in One D&D... but are any of them any good? What has changed, and what are we looking forward to? The twins discuss this week on BT.
Link to the PDFs we're discussing: Cleric and Revised Species & Character Origins
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ONE D&D: Cleric
The first of the Priest classes for One D&D is out and you KNOW we're gonna talk about it! Let's dive into the Cleric, and the changes that give us hope for the class in the future of D&D!
Link to the PDF we're discussing: Cleric and Revised Species
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"Critmas" Holiday Special
Tis the season of giving, and Rob and Steve fill out their personal wish lists from D&D's catalogue of magic items... and "gift" each other one as well!
HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM BOTH OF US HERE AT BT!
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ONE D&D: Glossary
There are rules that define how we play D&D, and then there are definitions that define those rules! The Glossary is Rob's favorite part of this whole document, because he is a huge nerd... but maybe YOU are too? Listen up as the twins dive into the rules BEHIND the rules.
Link to the PDF we're discussing: Expert Classes
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ONE D&D: Feats Pt 2
We've got Feat Fever, and the only prescription is talking about even more feats from the One D&D Experts Playtest Packet. We finish off the final feats and confess our feelings about them in this penultimate One D&D discussion!
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ONE D&D: Feats Pt 1
MAN OH MAN are there a lot of feats to cover in this playtest packet! Some new, some altered, and ALL worth discussing. Several of them give glimpses into coming changes to One D&D itself, and the twins scour the PDF looking for any new builds, alterations, and opportunities that might be presenting themselves!
Link to the PDF we're discussing: Expert Classes
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ONE D&D: Rogue
The twins are back to cover the final of the Expert Classes from One D&D: the elusive Rogue! Will the new Thief subclass steal our hearts? Listen and find out what we think!
Link to the PDF we're discussing: Expert Classes
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ONE D&D: Ranger
We're through with the Bard, and we're moving on to "Ranger Things."
... get it?
We break down the AWESOME One D&D Ranger this week, and Rob can hardly contain his excitement!
Link to the PDF we're discussing: Expert Classes
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ONE D&D: Bards
Bards, Ranger, and Rogues! OH MY! One D&D is giving us a sneak peek at their new "Expert" Classes, and we're celebrating by giving them a good hard look! Kicking things off with the Bard this week, and continuing through the rest of the document from there! Link to the PDF we're discussing: Expert Classes
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ONE D&D: First Impressions
Wizards of the Coast is giving us a preview of the next evolution of D&D! Rob and Steve discuss their first impressions of the teased content as a whole, and some of the changes that are on their way for the world's greatest roleplaying game. Link to the PDF we're discussing: Character Origins
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Which Weapons We Wield & Why!
In a game full of magic, you may wonder: why bother with weapons? Would it not be wise to withhold these weighty hunks of wood and metal from myself in favor of whimsical spells? Well, while warping the Weave to your will is a worthwhile endeavor, living out the fantasy of wielding a warhammer to wantonly whack at a water weird, or wholly whelming a wyvern on the wing with your whip whenever you want is is enough to wow anyone!
Yes, the martial classes are truly impressive, and they need weapons to match so that they can keep up with their spellcasting teammates! But not all weapons are made equal! Not only are some better than others depending on your playstyle, some are so bad that they should never be equipped! This week, Rob (@thedndwannabe) and Steven review all the weapons in the PHB to help you find which ones are right for you, and which ones are wrong for everyone! While some of the information may be obvious, I'll bet you'll learn something new.
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Damage Types
Damage!
Love to deal it, hate to take it. But not all damage types are created equal. Some are WAY better than others... and one in particular is LAUGHABLY worse. This week, twins Steven and Rob (@thedndwannabe) tell you more than you wanted to know about the different damage types in D&D!
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Check out Steve's notes on the various magical damage types here!
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Twins' Top 10's: Cantrips (pt.2)
Five down, five to go. Rob (thedndwannabe) and Steven discuss their top 5 cantrips... and the ONE cantrip that should NEVER be cast! here's the likely controversial conclusion of our Top 10 'trips!
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Twins' Top 10's: Cantrips (pt.1)
Let's face it: Spellcasters don't get access to many cantrips. They don't start with many, and that number hardly changes as they progress, making their selection an integral part of your character (arguably on par with your race or subclass selections in terms of impact). With so many to choose from and so few to learn, and knowing how critical this selection is, how can you decide? Don't worry, though; Rob and Steven have your back! Listen in as the twins review their favorite cantrips and suggest why you should consider them for your next character!
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Undead
Rob loves him some undead, and thinks you should love them too! A staple of almost every genre of entertainment, every world culture, mythology, and fictional setting, undead definitely have a place in your dnd campaign! Learn what makes them so great and what undead are Steven and Rob's favorite this week on BT!
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Rob's Homebrew Zombie fix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jC6akpNxhPs
Matt Coleville's video on Undead: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=icQx5NH_h88
Metagaming! Pt 2
Allowing the knowledge that you're playing a game can have a negative impact on your D&D game... but not always! But USUALLY. The twins discuss some of the WORST ways to metagame in this episode of BT!
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Metagaming! Pt 1
Sometimes allowing the knowledge that you're playing a make-believe game and that you as the player are far better informed than the character you're portraying can have a negative impact on your D&D game... but not always! The twins discuss some of their favorite ways to POSITIVELY metagame in this episode of BT!
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Guest Quest- The Godfather on Epic NPCs
This week, we throw Steven to the curb to make room for our first Guest Quest! The twins' uncle, previously referred to as "The Godfather", joins Rob to talk about making the most of NPCs in your D&D campaign. This episode is brimming with sage advice and knowledge from a man with more years of experience than our normal hosts combined, so pay attention and take lots of notes!
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IRL vs. Online D&D
As technology has advanced, there are ways to play D&D that would have been impossible two decades ago! Tabletop games that once had to be played around an actual tabletop can now be played with people around the world through the internet and several gaming softwares and websites. Is there a "best" way to play D&D? What do you lose or gain depending on your chosen medium? The twins discuss these matters and their preferences in this week's episode of BT!
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Unspoken Rules of D&D
You can't follow the rules if you don't follow them, and you can't find these "rules" in any book! What codes do experienced D&D players live by that new players can't hope to know? And do YOU know them all? Find out as the twins break down the unspoken rules of Dungeons and Dragons!
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Rimehold Interviews
We are playing D&D live on twitch Mondays at 7 CST! Their campaign, The Rimehold Ritual, is growing in popularity, so we sat down with the other players in the game to talk about the campaign and their characters. It's a great time, with some hidden insights into the characters contain within!
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Feat Fetish! Pt 2
We're back for round 2! We're continuing to praise and criticize our top and bottom 5 best & worst feats!
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Feat Fetish! Pt 1
Steve is really... REALLY... into feats. So we begin a LONG conversation about the best and worst feats that the game has to offer! The ones that are flavorful, mechanically advantageous, and the real stinkers of the bunch! Tune in to an especially contentious episode this week on Bardic Twinspiration!
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Day 1, Session Zer0
The Twins kick off the first day of the New Year with the first session of any good D&D campaign... Session Zero!
What should be said before a group of friends play D&D together? What decisions should be made? What variables need to be clarified? Learn the best things you can ask, say, and do before starting a fresh campaign of Dungeons & Dragons!
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Backstories
What makes an adventurer? Who were they before they left home to lead a daring life of danger? And how should their past shape their present? Steve and Rob dive into two different custom backstory generation methods that could help your next character be your best ever!
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DMPCs
Dungeon Masters wield a lot of power at the D&D table, but some try and snatch even more. And out of the hands of their players, no less! What happens when the DM tries to play both sides of the screen, and what are some best practices to ensure that you don't accidentally overstep? Rob and Steve tackle DMPCs on this week's episode of BT!
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The D&D Contract
When you sit down to play a game of D&D, you are entering into an implicit agreement. You have certain expectations of the others around the table, and they have similar expectations of you! And if anyone fails to live up to them, they are in a breach of contract! The Bardic Twins break down the fine print of the D&D Social Contract this week on the show!
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Our Most Horrific Episode Yet
Horror in D&D can be a difficult thing. How do you scare a party of roving murder hobos? How do you foster a sense of dread and unease? This week, Count Steve-cula and his ghoulish cohost tackle the topic of handling Horror in Dungeons & Dragons!
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Spellbound!
Spellcasting in D&D can be the most fun part of the game... and sometimes the most confusing. What even are these spell schools for, anyway? The twins break down the schools this week, highlighting their themes... before pointing out their flaws. Beware Lobingus the Evoker, lowly mortals!
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It's Magic!
Magic is an essential element of Dungeons & Dragons, and can be one of the more confusing elements of the game! Rob and Steve discuss the Weave of magic, what makes each type of caster unique, and what changes they would consider improvements to the way it is presented in the books. Also, they argue about what class Doctor Strange would be if he were a D&D character.
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Let There Be Gods!
So you've come to that stage in worldbuilding where you have to consider the god(s) and/or goddess(es) that have shaped it. This can be a daunting task, since pantheons can contain a single deity to an overwhelming pantheon with literally hundreds of names in its roster! But never fear! The twins are here! We discuss ways to prioritize, organize, and focus on what's important to your campaign setting, illustrating with some examples from Rob's own ever-growing homebrew campaign setting, Erelais!
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Battle Diversity
What differences can make a difference in your combats? Spice up your encounters with a little variety and keep your party coming back for more! Rob and Steve's discussion on fixing humdrum battles in your campaign reaches its climax!
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Exciting Encounters
Are the combats at your table becoming... predictable? Fights against similar adversaries in familiar settings with boring stakes? Brothers Rob and Steve discuss how to keep combats fresh in your campaign!
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Lights, Cover, Action!
Are combat encounters at your table getting a little stale? Are you tired of facing enemies in essentially identical environments? This week, the Bard Bros examine oft forgotten and underutilized actions and factors that can add some variety to your action scenes!
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Unforgettable Villains
A good villain is a busy villain! If your BBEG is out there hustlin', the players will fear, hate, and (importantly) remember them! Rob and Steve discuss ways to keep your villain active, informed, and involved in the events of your campaign! Also we talk about Sauron a lot...
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Good Bad Guys
What makes a great villain? What separates the evil from the villainous? And how should you go about creating a custom villain for your campaign? The twins drill down on the BBEGs of D&D in this episode, as well as shouting out some of the greatest villains in fiction!
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Immersive Combats
D&D 5e has a lot of numbers and abbreviations. Stats like 99HP, 18AC, and 2 attacks per round have mechanical implications, to be sure, but what do they really say about your character? And, more importantly, what do they narratively represent when that character is in combat? This week, Rob and Steve look at making the combats at your table more immersive by focusing less on the numbers on the page, and more on the action in the scene!
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Highly Motivated Encounters
The twins are back to inspire you once again with a D&D discussion! This time they cover how to roleplay in high-intensity moments, like during combat encounters! What actions "B-FIT" your character? Tune in to find out!
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Introductions Are In Order
Real-life twins Rob and Steven introduce themselves and discuss their D&D history and pedigree, and reveal why the hobby means so much to them.
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