Rules As Written: A D&D Podcast

By JT & Toby

We're the first (and only) D&D podcast based in China and we love deep diving into the rules of the game and why we enjoy playing it Here we talk about the rules in the Dungeons and Dragons Player's Handbook and as many 5E expansions as we can afford. We release new episodes weekly and range in topics from book section deep diving to interesting items and traps and everything in between. • Get the show notes at: https://rulesaswrittenshow.com • Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/RulesAsWritten • Contact us at: toby@rulesaswrittenshow.com New episodes every Sunday!

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RaW Ep39: Cleric Domains

Rules As Written: A D&D PodcastOct 10, 2021

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RaW Ep39: Cleric Domains

Lets get Clerical! The healer who can dish out a punch or two as well!
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Oct 10, 202125:15

RaW Ep38: Bardic Colleges

It's time to love and support those around you! particularly love...

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Sep 26, 202123:48

RaW Ep37: Barbarian Paths

Whether you want to smash things or commune with nature, we've got you covered!

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Sep 19, 202123:51

Short Rest - Level 20 Abilities Pt2 (Fighter, Monk, Paladin, Ranger)

Here's part 2 of our reworked level 20 abilities!

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Sep 09, 202125:02

RaW Ep36: Races Pt3 (Half-Orcs, Dragonborn, Teiflings)

Join us as we check out the last (for now) and weirdest of the PHB races!

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Sep 05, 202126:08

RaW Ep35: Leveling Up

So you've killed a dragon, what now? Well if you don't have a mean ol' DM you should have got a little XP...

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Aug 29, 202129:13

RaW Ep34: Races Pt2 (Halflings, Gnomes, Half-Elves)

Join us as we take a look at the more unusual races D&D has to offer! Gem Fiends, Daddy Issues and Not-Hobbits await!

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Aug 22, 202127:16

Short Rest - Level 20 Abilities Pt1 (Barbarian, Bard, Cleric, Druid)

We spent so long complaining about the level 20 abilities so we thought we'd make our own!

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Aug 15, 202126:48

RaW Ep33: Races Pt1 (Humans, Elves, Dwarves)

Where are your parents from, like, 𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺? Well we aim to help you answer that question in this weeks episode!!!

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Aug 08, 202128:34

RaW Ep32: Multiclassing

Want something new in your game? Want to take your game beyond level 20? Want to create a Frankenstein's Monster of classes? Then multi-classing might just be for you!

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Aug 01, 202124:34

RaW Ep31: Personalities

Building a character can be daunting for some players so we're here to help!

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Jul 25, 202129:07

RaW Ep30: Traps

I activated your what now?!?!

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Jul 18, 202124:28

Short Rest - Quicken Suggestion Ep3: Downtime Activities

Last week we talked about what the books had to say on downtime. This week we're gonna give you our tips and ideas to fill the space between adventures!

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Jul 11, 202130:10

RaW Ep29: Downtime Activities

An adventurers life is full of danger, but it can't all be sword swishing and monster mauling, Sometimes you need a break. But what to do? Well we have some info to help you make the most of you R&R!

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Jul 04, 202127:41

RaW Ep28: The Wizard

Ever wanted to sling spells like there's no tomorrow? Conjurer illusions, raise the dead and throw lightning? The boy have we got a class for you!

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Jun 27, 202124:03

RaW Ep27: The Warlock

Did you have a childhood dog who would help you out and follow you wherever you went? Well what if the dog was a tenticled monster?? come join us as we look at the Warlock and see if it's right for you!

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Jun 23, 202124:09

RaW Ep26: The Sorcerer

Do you feel like you were born different? Is there a mystery about who your parents are? Have you ever set a boa constrictor on your cousin at the zoo? Well you might just be a Sorcerer! Join us as we tell you the ins and out of what a sorcerer can do.

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Jun 13, 202125:44

Short Rest - Quicken Suggestion Ep2: Our 3(x2) Great Feats!

Feats are an amazing way to spice up your game with some flavour and power! Join us as we go through some of our top feats!

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Jun 06, 202129:25

RaW Ep25: The Rogue

SNEAK ATTACK!!!

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May 30, 202124:04

RaW Ep24: The Ranger

Did you have a crush on Legolas? Or better yet, Did you have a crush on Aragorn? Well then, Ranger might just be the class for you! Listen up as we give you the low down on the longbow wielding hippie!

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May 24, 202126:17

RaW Ep23: The Paladin

Smite your foes with holy wrath?!?! Count me in! But how does do do such smiting? Well I'm glad you asked...

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May 16, 202126:09

Short Rest - Quicken Suggestion Ep1: Our Top 10 Basic Items!

So you're about to set out on your first big adventure but you're confused as to what to take with you? Don't fret, we're here to help possibly!

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May 09, 202121:10

RaW Ep22: The Monk

Does your fist have a name? Is it your destiny to prove to everyone you are the punchiest there is? Well put on your robes and joins us as well look into the Monk!

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May 02, 202125:22

RaW Ep21: The Fighter

The Fighter, half man, half killing machine. 100% action economy. Lets take a look!

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Apr 25, 202118:30

RaW Ep20: The Druid

Who needs friends when you have animals? A whole new world of new shapes and forms await you, so grab your fursuit and get into the Druidic groove.

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Apr 18, 202126:26

RaW Ep19: Weapons and Armor

There's lots of ways to bash your foes in and in this episode we help you find out the right tool for your particular brand of justice as well as the tools to stop other people's justice!

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Apr 11, 202128:00

RaW Ep18: The Cleric

It's everyone's favourite healer/zombie-bonker! Learn how to sling spells and smash cerebrums with our rundown of The Cleric!

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Apr 04, 202121:43

RaW Ep17: The Bard

Have you ever wanted to hurt people with your songs? Impale monsters on your wit? Bed everything with a pulse? Well then the Bard might just be the class for you! Join us this week as we take a dive into the blank canvas of the Bard!

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Mar 28, 202126:20

RaW Ep16: The Barbarian

Wanna hit stuff? Wanna scream at people? Wanna RRRAAAGGGEEE!?!?!?!?! well the Barbarian might just be the class for you! Dip your toes in this week as we explore what makes the barbarian tick!

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Mar 20, 202123:06

RaW Ep15: Magic Pt3 (Area of Effects, Attack Rolls and Combining Effects)

Wow you made it! The final episode on the basic rules! Don't worry, there'll definitely be more episodes, but as for what's inside this one? You'll just have to listen and find out (please ignore the title)

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Mar 14, 202121:41

RaW Ep14: Magic Pt2 (Casting Time, Components and Duration)

We return with even more on magic as we get down to the nitty-gritty of how to throw your favorite spells!

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Mar 07, 202123:45

RaW Ep13: Magic Pt1 (The Basics)

What are spell levels? How do rituals work? Is this what it sounds like when doves cry? Find out the answer to most of these questions this week!

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Feb 28, 202119:29

RaW Ep12: Combat Pt4 (Cover, Damage and Healing)

Do you wanna hurt stuff and be unhurt yourself? Or better yet, not be hurt in the first place? Well boy have I got an episode for you! This week we dive into damage and healing as well as explaining cover!

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Feb 21, 202126:05

Short Rest - Charisma Check Ep1: Playing in a Foreign Language

Welcome to our new show! A place to talk about all the stuff that isn't the rules. Today we're talking to our good friend Lin about playing in a second language. So pour yourself a mug of ale and let's talk!

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Feb 13, 202122:52

RaW Ep11: Combat Pt3 (Attack action)

Join us this week as we discuss the best way to hit things really hard.

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Feb 07, 202130:29

RaW Ep10: Combat Pt2 (Movement)

Want to know how to kill a flying creature in one hit? How sizes work? And what even is prone??? Find out all this and more in this week's episode!

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Jan 31, 202128:57

RaW Ep9: Combat Pt1 (Actions)

What is combat? Why do we fight? What is love? Find out the answer to some of these questions in today's episode! Our first in a long line soon to come your way!

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Jan 24, 202129:01

RaW Ep8: Conditions

This week we go through the various conditions of D&D and what to expect from them!

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Jan 19, 202130:37

RaW Ep7: Rests

What is a long or short rest? When do I use each? How do I sleep? Come into our tavern and we'll do what we can to help!

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Jan 19, 202113:19

RaW Ep6: The Environment

Today we take a look at the environment and how you interact with it, food and provisions and sight/vision!

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Jan 19, 202128:44

RaW Ep5: Time and Space

This week we go through how time and distances work in D&D. How far can you travel in a day? How does terrain affect your travel? How long is a minute? All these questions and more are answered within!

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Jan 19, 202130:30

RaW Ep4: Skills Pt3 (Charisma)

Our final episode on the six basic skills of D&D. This time we take a look at the social stat; charisma!!!

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Jan 19, 202120:49

RaW Ep3: Skills Pt2 (Intelligence, Wisdom)

Part 2 of our series on skills. This time we take a look at the more mental traits of intelligence and wisdom!

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Jan 19, 202128:59

RaW Ep2: Skills Pt1 (Strength, Dexterity, Constitution)

In this episode we talk about the first three base stats and the skills associated with them as well as a few ways you can apply them in your games!

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Jan 17, 202129:20

RaW Ep1: What is D&D?

In this episode we discuss the basic building blocks of D&D and how to structure a session.

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Jan 17, 202125:02