Plus One to Gaming
180 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago -Plus One to Gaming is about bringing more magic to your games through thoughtful discussion and actionable tips on running games, creating characters, role-playing, storytelling, and more. Like magic item buffs, these +1s add up to help you focus on what matters; creating great stories together.
In each episode, we dive into topics and themes from our favorite role-playing games, how they can elevate your game, and ways to implement them.
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Episodes
Dadventurous, Episode 19 | Steamwork Makes the Dream Work
April 01, 2024 19:22 - 52 minutes - 72 Bytes
How to Make Maps for DnD
January 09, 2024 01:32Josh takes on how to make D&D maps for new DMs in his debut post!
Dadventurous, Episode 5 | Flashback to Map’s Edge
December 05, 2023 20:13 - 58 minutes - 80 BytesMaude, Kea, and Flibbit have escaped the Scrape and return to town. Kea is given a job opportunity but also stumbles on magic she's never experienced before, giving us a clue to her past.
Why Play By Post DnD Is The Cure To The LFG Blues
November 30, 2023 00:03In this post, we'll explore why play by post DnD is the cure for the LFG blues. Click to learn more about the exciting asynchronous method of play by post!
Dadventurous, Episode 4 | Escrape!
November 28, 2023 00:29 - 56 minutes - 77 BytesGetting ahold of a surged artifact was the easy part. Now our two rummagers have to escape the Scrape before the Scra-Clops catches up with them! And Kea meets an unlikely new ally!
3 Things to Know About Your Party Before Starting A New Campaign
November 17, 2023 20:35In this post, we explore some of the most important details you as a DM need to know about your party before a campaign.
Dadventurous, Episode 3 | A Reel Mystery
November 13, 2023 22:44 - 1 hour - 84 BytesKea aids Maude back to full health. The smart move would be to leave the Scrape, but the allure of powerful Pastworld tech has our two rummagers thinking of a different tactic. Sometimes the only way through is up!
Collaborative Storytelling For TTRPGs
November 09, 2023 15:59In this post, we’re going to dive into collaborative storytelling 101 in TTRPG spaces.
Dadventurous, Episode 2 | Scraping By
November 07, 2023 00:01 - 1 hour - 83 BytesKea delves deeper into the Scrape to investigate the scream she heard. But any good rummager knows that the higher up you go, the more difficult it will be, and getting to the scream might not prove as simple as it seems. Danger awaits!
Introducing the Dadventurous Podcast
October 30, 2023 15:11 - 1 hour - 96 BytesWe’re stoked to share that the Dadventurous Podcast has joined Plus One to Gaming as contributors! Dadventurous is a family-friendly Dad & Daughter Dungeons & Dragons Actual Play podcast chock full of whimsy and adventure. Check out their first episode here and subscribe for future releases! Step into Elsewhere, where wild magic mingles with forgotten tech. Join Kea, a Rummager from the town of Map's Edge, as she ventures into the nearby ruin to look for magical artifacts. What secrets and ...
Storytelling & Worldbuilding Improvisation Tips for DMs
August 17, 2023 21:58Seamlessly navigate any storytelling and world-building situation your players throw at you with this handy DM improv guide!
Tales of Eoa, Journey to Granitos - Episode II
July 31, 2023 17:41 - 1 hour - 122 BytesWildfire spreads across the ship as Omega Squad finds themselves squaring off against grain bandits on their way to Granitos. Will they douse the flames in time to save the grain, or will their cover story go up in smoke? Find out in this week's session!
Tales of Eoa, Journey to Granitos - Episode I
July 25, 2023 00:33 - 1 hour - 119 BytesOmega Squad embarks on their next mission disguised as merchant marine guards on a clandestine mission to Granitos.
Tales of Eoa, Interlude II - Recap
July 22, 2023 17:38 - 58 minutes - 80 BytesWowsers! It's been months since we last played, so we wanted to refresh ourselves with an interlude recap.
Tales of Eoa, Interlude II - Re-roll Boogaloo
July 22, 2023 17:32 - 1 hour - 95 BytesOmega Squad has three short days before their incognito mission to Granitos. Find out what Umren, Lord Wizardclaws, and Xyzal do with their free time leading up to the mission in this Eoan Interlude!
Fire Damage 5e - Rules & Tools to Manage DnD Fire
July 06, 2023 22:52Are you looking for fire damage 5e rules to manage DnD fire? This master guide to fire damage 5e rules will turn up the heat on your fire-based encounters.
DnD Encounter Builder
June 08, 2023 16:51Our DnD 5e Encounter Builder is the fastest way to ensure your encounters are just right for your game.
DnD Character Backstory Template
June 02, 2023 19:19 - 11 minutes - 16 BytesOur FREE DnD character backstory template is the fastest way to create a compelling player character for your next Dungeons & Dragons 5e campaign.
How to give your DnD character personality
April 13, 2023 19:06Giving your D&D character personality can be an exciting and enriching experience. To help get you started, here are some D&D character personality ideas on creating a personality for your character.
The Light of Xaryxis, Spelljammer 5e Actual Play - Session I
February 27, 2023 12:59 - 1 hour - 87 BytesWe're jumping right into the Light of Xaryxis Spelljammer 5e campaign after wrapping up our session zero with guest DM, Loki.
The Light of Xaryxis, Spelljammer 5e Actual Play - Session 0
February 20, 2023 15:44 - 44 minutes - 58 BytesWe're kicking off our Spelljammer 5e actual play campaign with Loki at the helm as he leads us through session zero before blasting into space!
D&r& Dragons Experience! | AI DnD 5e Starter's Guide
January 12, 2023 23:11To kick off our new channel around roleplaying & artificial intelligence, we’ll explore how to use AI in DnD 5e to accelerate your creativity and elevate your games.
AI DnD 5e Starter's Guide | Unleash the Power of AI to Enhance Your Dungeons & Dragons Experience!
January 12, 2023 23:11To kick off our new channel around roleplaying & artificial intelligence, we’ll explore how to use AI in DnD 5e to accelerate your creativity and elevate your games.
Unleash the Power of AI to Enhance Your Dungeons &
January 12, 2023 23:11To kick off our new channel around roleplaying & artificial intelligence, we’ll explore how to use AI in DnD 5e to accelerate your creativity and elevate your games.
Unleash the Power of AI to Enhance Your Dungeons & Dragons Experience! | AI DnD 5e Starter's Guide
January 12, 2023 23:11To kick off our new channel around roleplaying & artificial intelligence, we’ll explore how to use AI in DnD 5e to accelerate your creativity and elevate your games.
Wizards of the Coast Takes Aim at Third-Party Content Creators With OGL 1.1
January 09, 2023 17:10 - 46 minutes - 63 BytesThe internet is ablaze with animosity toward Wizards of the Coast and parent company Hasbro with the recent leaked updates to the Open Gaming License. In this episode, Chris, Erik, and Mark talk at length about the new OGL and what it means for the community and content creators who make their living from Dungeons & Dragons.
D&r& Dragons Experience! | AI DnD 5e Starter's Guide
January 03, 2023 21:14If you're new to Dungeons & Dragons, you may feel overwhelmed and unsure how to approach the game, especially when playing with more experienced players. Here are a few tips for D&D table etiquette for new players!
D&D Table Etiquette for New Players
January 03, 2023 21:14If you're new to Dungeons & Dragons, you may feel overwhelmed and unsure how to approach the game, especially when playing with more experienced players. Here are a few tips for D&D table etiquette for new players!
Tales of Eoa, A Miner Issue - Session VIII
January 02, 2023 15:56 - 55 minutes - 75 BytesIn the final episode of our Miner Issue campaign, Omega Squad finds themselves caught up in a potential planar conspiracy as they debrief the City Council on their latest mission. Find out where they’ll be sent next in this epilogue of A Miner Issue!
State of the Show 2022
January 01, 2023 16:26 - 2 minutes - 4 BytesHere are some quick updates on what we have planned for the show so you know what to expect from us over the coming year!
Tales of Eoa, A Miner Issue - Session VII
December 26, 2022 11:31 - 1 hour - 102 BytesA break in combat gives Omega Squad time to recuperate and prepare for the final battle. Find out who lives - and dies - in this penultimate chapter of A Miner Issue!
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before DMing
December 15, 2022 00:40Running your first campaign presents many challenges, even for an experienced player, so Mark shares a few things he wishes he had known to make your first time DMing a little easier.
DnD Roleplaying Tips for Beginners
December 14, 2022 23:39Are you a new player looking for DnD roleplaying tips to improve your game? If so, you’ve come to the right place! Here are some DnD roleplaying tips to get you started on your journey into the world of roleplaying.
Tales of Eoa, A Miner Issue - Session VI
December 01, 2022 16:35 - 36 minutes - 47 BytesSealed from escape, Omega Squad ventures deeper into the mines to look for their lost companion, Cal. Will they stage a heroic rescue, or has he become spider food?
Tales of Eoa, A Miner Issue - Session V
November 28, 2022 15:27 - 41 minutes - 55 BytesThe onslaught continues as our heroes fend off these strange crystalline spider creatures. Will they be overrun? Will they notice someone is missing? Find out in this week's episode!
12 Thoughtful Dungeons & Dragons Gift Ideas For 2022
November 26, 2022 00:17 - 38 minutes - 52 BytesThe holidays are around the corner! Stuff your favorite role player’s stocking with something they’ll absolutely adore with our list of unique Dungeons and Dragons Gift Ideas for 2023, curated by all of us at Plus One to Gaming. Enjoy!