Encounter This!
144 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★ - 8 ratingsAn exploration of the creatures from Pathfinder 2nd Edition and the lore that surrounds them.
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81 Hippogriff
July 14, 2022 08:00 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBThis week we get into another amazing chimera, the Hippogriff! This half eagle, half horse magical beast has humble origins in our world, but a unique history in both our culture and D&D. Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
80 Deep Scion
June 29, 2022 08:00 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBA 5e-only creature connected to the ancient and dark entities of the deep, dark sea! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
79 Mephits
June 15, 2022 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBMephits are fickle small elementals that come in six flavours in D&D 5e, each a combination of two of the elemental planes. This episode we cover all the 5e ones and touch on some of the more interesting ones from earlier editions. Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
78 Manticores
June 02, 2022 08:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBA Friend of the Show wrote the exposition for this one! We’re excited to feature their efforts and explore fun and familiar creature! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
77 Jackalweres
May 19, 2022 08:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBIn D&D parlance the Jackalwere is a creature type known as an antherion, which is the opposite of a therianthrope. Bigger, stronger and more vicious jackals that can take on human form. Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
76 Flumphs
May 05, 2022 08:00 - 57 minutes - 53 MBFloating spaghetti fart-machine philosophers! What more do we need to say?! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
75 Galeb Duhr
April 21, 2022 08:00 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBThis week the boys dive into yet another Earth Elemental! The Galeb Duhr, this weird boy has a lot of corelating artwork so make sure you check out the insta this week! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
74 Xorns
April 07, 2022 08:00 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBPrecious Metals and gemstones are a different kind of currency to the Xorn. Especially if they are…starving… Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
73 Lamias
March 24, 2022 08:00 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBThis week we explore the Lamia through the editions and take another dive into Greek history. The Lamia is a subtle, but pervasive myth and the D&D creature is no slouch either! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
72 Flail Snails
March 10, 2022 15:46 - 1 hour - 57 MBYou Flail a Snail in the Hail….by the pale moon light? Us either. But there’s a first time for everything! Check out the curious creature that is an unassuming elemental of earth! We also go on quite the tangent related to out other show Stemming the Tide! Check it out while it’s still new! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single ha...
71 Slaadi
February 23, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 69 MBThis week we're closing out our latest unofficial suite of Amphibruary with a doozy! This is a creature James' has always had a fascination with and we're so glad he got to get some of it out here! Enjoy Slaadi! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
70 Froghemoths
February 17, 2022 09:00 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBThis one felt much less controversial than researching Bullywugs but shares a general synergy with these other amphibious creatures. All-in-all these creatures are dangerous and easy to run! One of my favorite combos! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
69 Grungs
February 10, 2022 09:00 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBThis week in Amphibruary we go over the smallest of the batrachi – the Grung! Don’t let their size and adorability fool you, these small creatures are utterly vicious and evil in the 5e lore. We here at ET! Have a different take and spin you some ideas on how to make them less problematic for your D&D table! We also talk a little about wicked venomous frogs that are also tiny and cute! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook S...
68 Bullywugs
February 03, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 69.9 MBOh boy! Nearly went down a dark road all over again with Bullywugs! Who knew frogmen would share the same problems in writing as Orcs! I sure didn’t! But James and I run through a number of thoughts and alternatives for these creatures. And perhaps most interestingly…environmental issues come into play! With the right tweaking these creatures have some real potential for a environmental analogues! I’m excited for the rest of Amphibruary! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Soci...
67 Jorōgumo
January 20, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBThis week is our first ever creature from a totally different system, 13th Age! The Jorōgumo is a creature from Japanese folklore that is very similar to the stereotypical “black widow” characters, except this one actually changes into a giant spider and the lore that 13th Age has added just makes this one enthralling episode! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery who...
66 Flame Skulls
January 06, 2022 09:00 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MBPer usual, Flameskulls’ best lore comes from previous editions. But these creatures have lots to play with and are easily customized for your needs! This episode digs into some really fun homebrew ideas at the end! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
66 Flameskulls
January 06, 2022 09:00 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MBPer usual, Flameskulls’ best lore comes from previous editions. But these creatures have lots to play with and are easily customized for your needs! This episode digs into some really fun homebrew ideas at the end! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
65 Shambling Mounds
December 23, 2021 09:00 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MBPlants, men, plant-men, plant-piles. These neat ambush predators have a lot going on! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
64 Piercers and Ropers
December 09, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBC is for Ceiling. G is for Ground. This is how you remember the difference between stalactites and stalagmites and is a lesson that may be hard learned for some. In this week’s episode we also cover a different mnemonic device that does not work. But more importantly we cover TWO closely related creatures, keeping in theme with our last episode on Darkmantles! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewi...
63 Darkmantle
November 25, 2021 09:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBThis week things get a little dark as the guys get into a creature from the Underdark while drinking dark beer. It's a scary creature to encounter and could be a great one to help introduce new players to the nuance of 5e! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
62 Spawn of Kyuss
November 11, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 40.5 MBAnother Patron request! The first in a while! These neat, old school DnD creature has a rich history when it comes to its creator, and is your go-to zombie apocalypse stat block! It’s surprising how much we enjoyed the stats on this guy, and we have some interesting “side-grade” ideas in the mix as well! Thanks to Gabe and Jeff at Inter-Party Conflict for the idea! And for sponsoring this episode! Freeman’s guest appearance Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange...
61 Orctober Part 5 - Orcs
October 28, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 79 MBIt's finally here! Stat blocks, home brew and two white guys trying to address the concept of racism! We sincerely hope that you enjoy the final episode in this suite, and thank you all for 2 years! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
60 Orctober Part 4 - Orogs
October 21, 2021 08:00 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBPART 4 and we're finally getting to some Orc adjacent stat blocks! These super orcs were a lot of fun to cover! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
58 Orctober Part 3 - Aurochs
October 14, 2021 08:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBIn part 3 or Orctober we're taking a look at the mighty Auroch! Favoured steed of those followers of Bahgrtru! This episode surprised us during the recording, just how interesting a herd animal can be! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
58 Orctober Part 2 - Rocs
October 07, 2021 08:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBWelcome back to the second part of Orctober where...we cover....Rocs? Well, I'm sure it'll be a great episode regardless! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
57 Orctober Part 1 - Lore
September 30, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 67.2 MBWelcome to the first episode in Orctober! We're just digging into the Lore behind Orcs in D&D 5e, in this episode, but just hold onto your butts because there is a new episode dropping every week in this extra special suite! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
56 Stirges
September 16, 2021 08:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBBloodsucking bastards until their bellies are full, check out how these one-hit wonder creatures can lead to a rather unceremonious death of just about anyone. Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
55 Giffs
September 02, 2021 08:00 - 46 minutes - 42.1 MBThis week we take a trip back to Realmspace! We're getting into D&D 5e's own Hippofolk, AKA the Giff! Their big, but tough, their efficient and they have guns! We're so excited for this fun episode and we hope you enjoy it too! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
54 Invisible Stalkers
August 19, 2021 08:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBThey invisible! They stalk! They fetch! They kill! What more is there to know? Well we’re here together to find out, aren’t we?! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
53 Howlers
August 05, 2021 08:00 - 55 minutes - 51 MBYet another entry in the every growing Black Dog suite, Howlers are brutal, ruthless and honestly terrifying. It really does take until you get to the end of the stat block for them to earn their challenge rating, but once they do it might be too late for your PCs! We hope you enjoy this week’s episode as we look at Howlers from D&D 5e! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based...
52 Will-o'-Wisps
July 22, 2021 08:00 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBInspired by the discussions had in Episode 50, Will-o’-Wisp is one of those inevitable classics! Enjoy! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
51 Oni
July 08, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBAs with every episode from outside of our culture and spoken languages it seems wise to offer a simple disclaimer: we're not Japanese speakers, historians, or even particularly good at research but we think we're funny and that this weeks creature from D&D 5e has absolutely rad origins. Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily...
50 Blood Hags
June 24, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 94.5 MBPivoting in a different direction than our norm, this time we cover a Pathfinder 2nd Edition creature! We figured it’d be an nice homage to our first suite: Haguary. And a decent way to celebrate a milestone of 50 episodes! We hope you enjoy! P.S. The beautiful intro exposition track was written by Will Savino at Music d20! You can find and support him at patreon.com/musicd20. Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor St...
49 Empyreans
June 10, 2021 08:00 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBThese hulking, alabaster skinned, D&D 5e exclusive creatures are absolutely full of potential! The CR23 children of gods from the positive planes could be an amazing fight for the PCs or a fantastic set piece depending on how you want to play it. Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our s...
48 Water Weirds
May 27, 2021 08:00 - 42 minutes - 58.7 MBHere’s a simple creature. “It’ll be a short one!”, says Freeman. “No it won’t!”, says is track record… Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
Wilds of Space
May 20, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 84.5 MBA few months back we published this as a Patreon exclusive as part of our Ilithids suite. Now we're bringing it to you, the general public!
47 Owlbears
May 13, 2021 08:00 - 44 minutes - 61.3 MBIt’s finally time! James’ favourite creature in all of 5e – and maybe favourite mythical beast ever – the Owlbear! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
46 Korreds
April 29, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBCrazy hairdos, metal ropes and a need to dance until you drop are what encompass the Korred way! Spellcasting and creature stat blocks bring a strong point of contention in this one too! So strong in fact we had to cut a good portion! :P Check out our Patreon for lengthy excerpts brought on by copious amounts of Blackmail Stout! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery wh...
45 Redcaps
April 22, 2021 08:00 - 49 minutes - 67.9 MBThis week we're getting into one of the most viscous of the small fey! The Redcaps! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
44 Sprites
April 15, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 93.4 MBSprites are a stoic and stalwart breed! And they do not suffer fools like those damn pesky Pixies! Big ups to our friend Frank for assisting in the Intro Exposition! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
43 Pixies
April 08, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 88.4 MBThis week we’re kicking off our newest suite of episodes all about the tiny Fey creatures that we’ve lovingly dubbed Feypril. The series isn’t nearly as cringeworthy as the name implies – but the stat block we’re covering this week just might be! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook
42 Crawling Claws
March 25, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 91.1 MBGive a round of Applause for the Crawling Claw! And that’s not even an original pun! Built right into the lore! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
41 Umber Hulks
March 11, 2021 09:00 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MBHope your ready for Umber Hulkmania this week creatures! We get down and dirty, and into the depths with the D&D lore of their own creature – the Umber Hulk! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
40 Rust Monsters
February 25, 2021 09:00 - 53 minutes - 73.3 MBDespite the name, these monsters are not rusty. However, their one simple gimmick puts the fear in the dwarves and adventurers of the Underdark! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
39 Shadow Mastiffs
February 11, 2021 09:00 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MBThis week Freeman and James talk about another English folklore mainstay, another black dog! This week's doge, however, is a wispy ethereal beast that best serves as a dark guardian! Enjoy the Shadow Mastiff! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
38 The Tarrasque
January 28, 2021 09:00 - 54 minutes - 74.8 MBThe Tarrasque. As in singular. There is only one of these beautiful beautiful siege monster that needs to be sieged. ‘Else it’ll swallow the world one town at a time. Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show
37 Perytons
January 14, 2021 08:00 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBThis week I take Freeman through Perytons – a half stag half avian beast of a creature! We had a lot of fun with this one and even got a cameo from one of the show favourites Jorge Luis Borges and his Book of Imaginary Beings! Turns out Perytons are scary as fuck. Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery whose Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the...
36 Dinosaurs Part 2 - Encounter Me!
January 01, 2021 09:00 - 2 hours - 115 MBPart 2 of 2 of our New Years extravaganza! Another two hours of us on Dinosaurs and we sincerely hope that you enjoy it! May 2021 bring you all of the joy! Dinosaurs Show Notes & Statblocks
36 Dinosaurs Part 1 - Red Dino Sours
December 31, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 106 MBHoly giant-sized episode listeners! This is part 1 of a FOUR HOUR show that Freeman & James put together, while putting away a beer or two. Stay tuned for part 2 dropping tomorrow - Jan 1st! Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook
35 Magmin
December 10, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 83.6 MBThings get a little heated today as we talk about the Magmin from 5e! From the plane of fire, made of fire – wait, do elementals feel pain? What is pain? Why is this part of the show??? Press play and find out, this week on Encounter This! Reading List https://www.encounterthis.ca/blog Socials Patreon Twitter Instagram Facebook Sponsor Strange Fellows Brewing, a Vancouver based brewery who’s Blackmail Stout might be single handily responsible for the formation of our show