The Tavernkeep's Guide!

Kinesiology, Monk Class (Lost Episode 17)

June 07, 2020 15:36 - 16 minutes - 38.6 MB

This episode apparently went missing, so here it is again! Today, we discuss the most incredibly trained martial arts master, the monk. We talk about the suite of abilities a monk gets, what their roles can be, and what multiclass options are available to make them even deadlier than the fighting machines they are built to be. Also, please, share the tweet for this episode. Please. Thank you. Twitter: Here Patreon: Here Discord: Here Art by Hermit's Media: Here

Military History, Fighter Class (Ep. 16)

May 31, 2020 11:00 - 13 minutes - 30.6 MB

Today, we discuss the every-man of combat, the Fighter. We discuss what a fighter actually is, and their different capabilities and possible roles in the party. We also discuss Ability Score Improvements, and we also touch on the reputation of the fighter. Twitter: Here Youtube: Here Patreon: Here Art by Hermit's Media: Here

Horticulture, Druid Class (Ep. 15)

May 23, 2020 11:00 - 13 minutes - 31.4 MB

Today, we discuss the conduits of nature, druids. We discuss the origins of druids, what their purpose is, and what they can do in regards to powers and abilities. Twitter: Here Patreon: Here Youtube: Here Art by Hermit's Media: Here

Into to Mythology, Cleric Class (Ep. 14)

May 16, 2020 15:01 - 11 minutes - 26.1 MB

Today, we discuss the most devout class, the cleric. We discuss the cleric's purpose in life, how it came to be, and what it can do in regards to both its ability and party roles. Twitter: Here Youtube: Here Patreon: Here Art by Hermit's Media: Here

Music Theory, Bard Class! (Ep. 13)

May 09, 2020 11:00 - 12 minutes - 27.9 MB

Time to sing a new tune, as discuss the abilities of the bard! We discuss the origin, philosophy, and the powers bards gain as they progress through the levels, with a very short discussion on the possible roles a bard can pull, and some of their multiclass abilities. Twitter: Here Youtube: Here Patreon: Here Art by Hermit's Media: Here

Rage 101, Barbarian Class. (Ep. 12)

May 02, 2020 11:00 - 10 minutes - 23.8 MB

We begin our overview of classes, starting with the angriest class, the Barbarian. We discuss the origins, and purpose of a barbarian. We also discuss the different abilities all barbarians get as they go through their levels. We also briefly discuss their multiclass capabilities. Twitter: Here Youtube: Here Patreon: Here Art by Hermit's Media: Here

Affective Science, Barbarian Class. (Ep. 12)

May 02, 2020 11:00 - 10 minutes - 23.8 MB

We begin our overview of classes, starting with the angriest class, the Barbarian. We discuss the origins, and purpose of a barbarian. We also discuss the different abilities all barbarians get as they go through their levels. We also briefly discuss their multiclass capabilities. Twitter: Here Youtube: Here Patreon: Here Art by Hermit's Media: Here

Growing up is Hard. (Ep. 11)

April 25, 2020 11:00 - 9 minutes - 21.5 MB

Time to reflect on what you've learned as you've grown. In this episode, we discuss the process of leveling up, and what bonuses and benefits come with levels, including certain set bonuses, such as proficiency bonus increases, or cantrip damage increases. Twitter: Here Youtube: Here Patreon: Here Art by Hermit's Media: Here

Is it worth XP? (Ep. 10)

April 18, 2020 11:00 - 9 minutes - 21.4 MB

It's time to learn how to grow and improve. In this episode, we discuss XP and how it works in D&D, along with discussing a few different types of progression your group can use to incentivize different play styles to fit your campaign and world. Youtube: Here Twitter: Here Patreon: Here

Right Players, Wrong Party! (Ep. 9)

April 11, 2020 11:00 - 9 minutes - 21.5 MB

In this episode, we discuss a finer point of your party, but a very important one, party composition. We discuss the roles a player can take in combat, their purposes, and also what roles they might pair with, both in the same character and also what other player roles they might like to team up with. Twitter: Here Patreon: Here Youtube: Here

Roll for Coolness! (Ep. 8)

April 04, 2020 11:00 - 11 minutes - 26 MB

Pick up those dice, and throw them like a madman. On this episode, we discuss dice, the roles and rolls, and when you'll use each. Remember, there is no such thing as too many dice! Twitter: Here Youtube: Here Patreon: Here Art by Hermit's Media: Here

Are You a Wizard, Harry? (Ep. 7)

March 28, 2020 11:00 - 9 minutes - 22.8 MB

Do you like magic? Today we'll be discussing how spellcasters choose their spells, and finish preparing our characters for their adventures. We'll cover the basics of Spell Slots. Spell Levels, Spells Prepared, Spells Known, Spell Attack, and Spell Save DC. Twitter: Here Patreon: Here Youtube: Here Art By Hermit's Media: Here

Dress For Success! (Ep. 6)

March 21, 2020 11:00 - 10 minutes - 24.6 MB

It's time to suit up and grab our weaponry! Today, we'll be discussing our character's tools of the trade, equipment. We'll cover the different types of armor and weapons, and discuss some items you may pick up as well. We finally finish up our build-along character, Drallinma as well, and we answer our first Tavern patron question. Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheTavernkeep Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetavernkeepsguide Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr91rGgJ0WpTbRMHeXn...

The Past Strikes Back! (Ep. 5)

March 14, 2020 11:00 - 8 minutes - 14 MB

Today. we look back at who you were and are. It's a discussion on player backgrounds and personality traits, as they relate to your character. We define alignment, and decide some more personality traits for our build-along character, Drallinma Shadowwoods. Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheTavernkeep Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetavernkeepsguide Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr91rGgJ0WpTbRMHeXnvfPw Art by Hermit's Media: https://www.artstation.com/northernhermit

Building an Adventurer! (Ep. 4)

March 07, 2020 12:00 - 10 minutes - 16 MB

We begin building our adventurers! Today, we discuss methods for building, and start crafting our own character, Drallinma Shadowwoods, a dark elf Monk! Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheTavernkeep Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetavernkeepsguide Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr91rGgJ0WpTbRMHeXnvfPw Art by Hermit's Media: https://www.artstation.com/northernhermit