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OtRP (S2 Ep 19) – "Everything's Better the Second Time Around."===========================What comes after first contact… is where the real story begins.In this episode of On the Right Path, we take a second look at the Star Trek Adventures Species Sourcebook and review the Second Contacts Mission Brief pack. From new character options to ready-to-run adventures, this episode highlights how these tools expand your table.Whether you run them as standalone missions or weave them into an existing campaign, second contact stories offer structure, flexibility, and depth. If you are building STA 2E missions or looking for fast, effective TTRPG prep, this is where your next adventure hits warp speed while staying On the Right Path.=========================== 🎬 What You Will Find in This Episode: - STA 2E mission brief design and iteration- Second contact storytelling and campaign depth- TTRPG adventure design through refinement- Practical GM tools for "replayability" and structure Star Trek Adventures RPG 2E🏢 Published by Modiphius Entertainment🎲 2d20 System Designer Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager Jim Johnson📥 Free download and purchase information🌐 https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloadsFree Mission Brief Pack:🖖 STAR TREK ADVENTURES: SECOND CONTACTS🚀 Writer: Aaron M. Pollyea🙌 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes🌐 Character Builder: https://sta.bcholmes.org/index.html🌐 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/postsTabletop Journeys ContentOur latest Kickstarter was funded in under 6 hours—join the fun:🌐 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ttjourneys/make-100-the-bridgedwell-chronicles-part-1Check our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llc Support the Channel🌐 https://tr.ee/WqccYf4COR🛠️ Support the channel by subscribing to Patreon. Join the conversation and comment below; share the episode with your friends.And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode✅ Leave a comment if you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station🌌 #IDICYall #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #CallYourBoysTTJ #tabletopjourneys

Ever stare at a blank stat block and wonder where to even start? In this episode of Dr. Homebrew, we pull back the curtain on the monster-building framework we use here at Tabletop Journeys. It's a rules-first, narrative-driven system we've refined across dozens of NPCs, published adventures, and card decks. Whether you're crafting a terrifying custom beast or a compelling villain NPC, this episode breaks down our full process step by step. We cover everything from how Challenge Rating (CR) anchors the entire stat block, to feature points as a spendable currency, to how we handle spellcasting differently from the official Monster Manual and why we made those calls. We even walk through a brand new NPC, Arwir Echagüe (CR4, undead, and very hard to read 👀), to show you exactly how it all comes together in practice. 🔑 Topics covered in this episode: Why CR is the foundation of every stat block we build Feature points, the hidden currency that balances your monsters Why we put spells directly into the action economy (and why it matters at the table) A full live walkthrough of a CR4 NPC stat block Shoutouts to the incredible work of Teos Abadía, Mike Shea, and Tom Dunn that helped shape our process 💬 We want to hear from YOU! Drop a comment and let us know: Are we getting it right? Would you want access to the full ruleset? Interested in a Foundry module? Tell us below! And remember: ✅ Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an Episode 🔗 Links & Resources mentioned in the episode: Tao Sabadia & Mike Shea: https://slyflourish.com/lazy_5e_monster_building_resource_document.html Tom Dunn: https://tomedunn.github.io/the-finished-book/monsters/monster-manual-2024/ 🧭 Tabletop Journeys Links: Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys Website: https://ttjourneys.com/ Email: [email protected] #DnD #DungeonsAndDragons #DrHomebrew #TabletopJourneys #TTRPG #HomebrewMonsters #DungeonMaster #DMTips #StatBlock #DnD5e #HomebrewDnD #TableTopRPG #MonsterDesign #ChallengeRating #DMsGuild #FoundryVTT #NPC #RPG #TabletopGaming #DnDCommunity

Talking Star Trek Preservations with Lt. Neelan (S3 Bonus Ep) Go behind the scenes of Star Trek: Preservations as we sit down with Lt. Neelan for a deep dive into Season 3. This bonus episode explores the character’s evolution, the scientific and emotional challenges faced aboard the U.S.S. Dilamus Christian, and how key moments shaped the trajectory of the crew. From high-stakes decision-making to the quiet personal beats that define leadership in Starfleet, this conversation highlights the collaborative storytelling that drives Tabletop Journeys. We also discuss how Star Trek Adventures mechanics support narrative tension, character growth, and meaningful consequences at the table. Whether you are a GM, a player, or a fan of character-driven science fiction, this episode offers insight into the philosophy and execution behind one of our most impactful seasons. ---- Star Trek Adventures First Edition to Second Edition Conversions Free download and purchase information 🌐 https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloads Published by Modiphius Entertainment 🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell 📊 Project Manager: Jim Johnson 👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts) --- Our Latest Kickstarter was funded in under 6 hours; join the fun by checking out the link below: 🌐https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ttjourneys/make-100-the-bridgedwell-chronicles-part-1 Check our Library of Content: 🌐On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc 🌐On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llc Support the channel by subscribing to our Patreon page, and join the conversation and comment below; share the episode with your friends. And remember: ✅ Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode. ✅ Leave a comment if you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon at https://tr.ee/WqccYf4COR 🖖🚀🌌🎲 #TTRPG #2D20 #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #callyourboysttj #TabletopJourneys

What happens when a veteran designer with 35 years of GMing experience asks himself: "What if He-Man was a mechanic, not just a character?" The answer is Swords and Science, and Josh Heath of High Level Games joins us to break it all down. Josh has spent decades studying how TTRPGs work, and that depth of knowledge shows in every design decision he made on this game. We dig into the Great Hero System, a brilliant concept that captures the DNA of 80s action cartoons like He-Man, She-Ra, Voltron, Thundarr the Barbarian, Power Rangers, and more. What evolves is a genuinely fresh tabletop experience where players aren't waiting to be the hero. They are the world the hero shows up to save. 🎲 In this episode: The clever design problem Josh solved to keep every player at the table engaged How the Great Hero System captures the feel of your favorite 80s cartoons mechanically A deep dive into the dice pool system at the heart of Swords and Science Josh's journey from lifelong He-Man fan to TTRPG publisher Whether you're a seasoned game designer, an 80s cartoon enthusiast, or just someone who wants to roll dice and summon a legend at the perfect moment, this one's for you. 🗡️⚡ ✅ Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an Episode 🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned in the Episode Swords and Science: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/560739/swords-and-science-ashcan-edition High Level Games: highlevelgames.ca Tabletop Journeys Links: 🧡 Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys 🦋 Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social 📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys 🌐 Website: https://ttjourneys.com/ 📧 Email: [email protected] #TabletopJourneys #TabletopCafe #TTRPG #SwordsAndScience #JoshHeath #HighLevelGames #GameDesign #DicePool #HeMan #80sCartoons #Voltron #ThundarrTheBarbarian #PowerRangers #IndieRPG #TabletopGaming #RPGDesign #DungeonsAndDragons #PodcastInterview #TTRPGCommunity #RollForIt

🎬 OtRP (S2 Ep 18) – Don’t Rebuy Your BooksWhat if upgrading your game didn’t cost you your collection?What if a new edition didn’t replace your library… but respected it?In this episode of On the Right Path, Lewanika breaks down one of the most important—and overlooked—features of Star Trek Adventures 2nd Edition: the free conversion guide system.This isn’t just about rules updates.This is about trust, continuity, and a design philosophy that puts your table first.Whether you’re a veteran GM with shelves full of 1E books or a new player deciding where to begin, this episode sets the stage for everything that follows in this series—showing you how to move forward without leaving anything behind.🖖 The mission stays the same.🚀 The systems just got better.📚 And your books? They still matter.----------------------------------------------------------------📥 Star Trek Adventures Credits & Resources📥 Free downloads & purchase info:🌐 https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloads🏢 Published by Modiphius Entertainment🎲 2d20 System Designer: ⭐ Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager ⭐ Jim Johnson🙌 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes🌐 Character Builder: https://sta.bcholmes.org/index.html🌐 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts--------------------------------------------------------------------🚀 Tabletop Journeys Content & SupportOur latest Kickstarter was funded in under 6 hours—join the fun:🌐 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ttjourneys/make-100-the-bridgedwell-chronicles-part-1🔗 Check our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llc--------------------------------------------------------------------🛠️ Support the ChannelSupport the channel by subscribing to Patreon. Join the conversation and comment below; share the episode with your friends.And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode✅ Leave a comment if you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station🌐 https://tr.ee/WqccYf4COR🖖🚀🌌🎲#TTRPG #2D20 #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #CallYourBoysTTJ #tabletopjourneys

What if the problem with your character… is that nothing is wrong with them?Perfect characters look great on paper, but fall flat at the table.In this episode of On the Right Path, we break down why tension, contradiction, and imperfection are what make characters actually work, and how the best characters are built on contradiction: * Master in one world… rookie in another * Right answers… wrong process * Expertise that solves problems… and creates new ones-------------------------⭐ Star Trek Adventures Credits📥 Free downloads & purchase info: 🌐 https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloads🏢 Published by Modiphius Entertainment🎲 2d20 System Designer: ⭐ Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager ⭐ Jim Johnson🙌 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes 🌐 Character Builder: https://sta.bcholmes.org/index.html 🌐 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts-------------------------Our Latest Kickstarter was funded in under 6 hours; join the fun by checking out the link below: 🌐https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ttjourneys/make-100-the-bridgedwell-chronicles-part-1🔗 Check our Library of Content: 🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc 🌐On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcSupport the channel by subscribing to Patreon. Join the conversation and comment below; share the episode with your friends. And remember: ✅ Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode. ✅ Leave a comment if you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station, or check out our Patreon at https://tr.ee/WqccYf4COR 🖖🚀🌌🎲#techobable #TTRPG #2D20 #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #complications #CallYourBoysTTJ #tabletopjourneys

What happens when 5E goes modern?No magic. No fantasy.Just operators, investigators, medics… and missions where every decision matters.In this episode of On the Right Path, Lewanika dives into Everyday Heroes RPG, a modern-action TTRPG built for cinematic storytelling, high-stakes encounters, and grounded, tactical gameplay. From firefights and car chases to mission-driven narratives, this system transforms the world you already know into a dynamic playground for heroes who don’t get a second chance.Whether you are a GM looking to expand beyond fantasy, or a player ready to explore modern RPG storytelling, this episode provides a top-level breakdown of the system, core books, and table experience—all through the lens of TTRPG mission design and adventure structure.No spoilers. Just a look at what’s possible…and why this system might be exactly what your table needs next.🎲 Why This Episode MattersExplore modern TTRPG design using a 5E frameworkLearn how mission-based storytelling enhances player engagementDiscover tools for action-driven encounter and adventure designSee how cinematic pacing translates to the tabletop experience---------------------------------------------------⭐ Everyday Heroes Credits🌐 https://evilgeniusgames.com/product-line/everyday-heroes/🏢 Published by D. Todd Scott (Evil Genius Games)🎲 Game Designers: Sigfried Trent & Chris "Goober" Ramsley📊 Design Consultant: Jeff Grubb------------------------------------------------Our Latest Kickstarter was funded in under 6 hours; join the fun by checking out the link below:🌐https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ttjourneys/make-100-the-bridgedwell-chronicles-part-1🔗 Check our Library of Content:🌐On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcSupport the channel by subscribing to the Patreon (https://tr.ee/WqccYf4COR), and comment below; share the episode with your friends.And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.✅ Leave a comment and join the conversation🖖🎲 #techobable #TTRPG #ModernRPG #EvilGenius #EverydayHeroes #roleplayerswanted #CallYourBoysTTJ #TabletopJourneys

What if the problem with your character… is that nothing is wrong with them?Perfect characters look great on paper, but fall flat at the table.In this episode of On the Right Path, we break down why tension, contradiction, and imperfection are what make characters actually work, and how the best characters are built on contradiction: * Master in one world… rookie in another * Right answers… wrong process * Expertise that solves problems… and creates new ones-------------------------⭐ Star Trek Adventures Credits📥 Free downloads & purchase info: 🌐 https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloads🏢 Published by Modiphius Entertainment🎲 2d20 System Designer: ⭐ Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager ⭐ Jim Johnson🙌 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes 🌐 Character Builder: https://sta.bcholmes.org/index.html 🌐 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts-------------------------Our Latest Kickstarter was funded in under 6 hours; join the fun by checking out the link below: 🌐https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ttjourneys/make-100-the-bridgedwell-chronicles-part-1🔗 Check our Library of Content: 🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc 🌐On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcSupport the channel by subscribing to Patreon. Join the conversation and comment below; share the episode with your friends. And remember: ✅ Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode. ✅ Leave a comment if you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station, or check out our Patreon at https://tr.ee/WqccYf4COR 🖖🚀🌌🎲#techobable #TTRPG #2D20 #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #complications #CallYourBoysTTJ #tabletopjourneys

🏰 Your party is deep in the mountains, mid-fight with TWO green dragons, weeks from home, and someone just asked: "Can we get stuff from our Bastion?" 🐉⚔️ Welcome back to Dr. Homebrew, the show where we take the rules and make them work for YOUR table! In this third and final installment of our Bastion Series, we tackle one of the most interesting edge cases the 2024 D&D rules leave on the table: what happens when your players are away from their Bastion but still want to take a Bastion turn? The rulebook says "Maintain." But we think we can do something a little more fun. 😏 In this episode, we dig into how to run a Bastion Turn when your adventurers are far from home but still connected to everything they've built. We'll explore how to reward player creativity, weave Bastion mechanics into your active storyline, and use those turns to lay new plot threads while your party is knee-deep in chaos. It's the kind of rulings-as-storytelling approach that makes D&D 2024's Bastion System really sing. 🎲 What we cover: How to adjudicate a Bastion turn when players are on the road Using the Maintain order as a jumping-off point for something richer Feeding player-driven requests back into your living campaign Rewarding creative thinking at the table How the Traveler's Guide to Narrative Bastions gives you a framework for all of this and more 📖 Also mentioned: Our very own supplement The Travelers Guide to Narrative Bastions is available NOW on DM's Guild! 25 pages of expanded Bastion content including updated facilities, NPCs, and new event rules, all for just $0.99. Grab it while the price lasts! 👉 https://www.dmsguild.com/en/product/560501/the-traveler-s-guide-to-narrative-bastions 💬 We want to hear from YOU! How are you handling Bastion turns at your table? Drop your thoughts in the comments below! And remember: ✅ Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an Episode 🔗 Links & Resources mentioned in the episode: Traveler's Guide to Narrative Bastions on DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/product/560501/the-traveler-s-guide-to-narrative-bastions Tabletop Journeys Patreon! The March Card Deck include 11 Bastion NPCs + new event rules! Learn more at www.patreon.com/ttjourneys Tabletop Journeys links: Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys Website: https://ttjourneys.com/ Email: [email protected] #DungeonsAndDragons #DnD2024 #DrHomebrew #TabletopJourneys #TTRPG #DnDHomebrew #BastionSystem #DungeonMasterTips #TabletopRPG #DnDPodcast #HomebrewDnD #DnD5e #TTRPGCommunity #DungeonMaster #RPGPodcast #TabletopGaming #DnDTips #ActualPlay #GameMasterTips #NarrativeDnD

“Technobabble is a Tool, Not a Crutch”How to blend Science & Drama in your STA MissionsYou need a natural phenomenon powerful enough to shatter a research outpost, scramble transporters, and change a character forever. What do you use?In this episode of On the Right Path, Lewanika dives into the heart of Star Trek Adventures mission and adventure design, exploring how cosmic disasters, technobabble, and high-stakes command decisions can create unforgettable TTRPG moments.From stellar catastrophes to mysterious celestial threats, this cinematic GM advice episode challenges creators to rethink what really matters at the table. It is not about perfect astrophysics. It is about tension, survival, identity, and the moral weight of leadership in the final frontier.If you run STA 2E, design narrative-driven campaigns, or want to sharpen your science fiction TTRPG storytelling, this episode will help you turn disasters into powerful narrative engines. Bold missions begin with bold choices.#techobable #ttrpg #2d20 #startrekadventuresrpg2e #callyourboysttj #tabletopjourneys -------------STA Credits📥 Free download and purchase information🌐 https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloads🏢 Published by Modiphius Entertainment🎲 2d20 System Designer⭐ Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager⭐ Jim Johnson👏 Special Shout Out⭐ “Anomalies” Mission Brief by AL SPADER⭐ “Disasters” Mission Brief by TILLY BRIDGES & SUSAN BRIDGES-------------------Our Latest Kickstarter was funded in under 6 hours; join the fun by checking out the link below:🌐https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ttjourneys/make-100-the-bridgedwell-chronicles-part-1🔗 Check our Library of Content:🌐On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcSupport the channel by subscribing to the Patreon Join the conversation and comment below; share the episode with your friends.And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.✅ Leave a comment if you too would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon at https://tr.ee/WqccYf4COR🖖🚀🌌🎲

Last week we broke down the Traveler's Guide to Narrative Bastions — our brand new supplement on DMs Guild. This week? We go deeper. 🔥 Join us on Dr. Homebrew as we pull back the curtain on how these Bastion rules actually hit the table — the decisions players made, the NPCs that came to life, and the campaign threads that got woven into a single gifted building. If you've ever wondered how to make the D&D 2024 Bastion system feel less like a spreadsheet and more like story, this episode is exactly what you need. Whether you're a DM looking to add narrative weight to your Bastions or a player trying to connect your home base to your campaign's beating heart, this conversation will spark ideas you can bring to your table tonight. 🎙️ Part of the Dr. Homebrew series — where we workshop homebrew ideas, playtest real rules, and talk about what happens when theory meets the actual table. 🛒 Get the Traveler's Guide to Narrative Bastions on DMs Guild for just $0.99! 25 pages of narrative prompts, roll tables, new facilities, NPC frameworks, and collaborative storytelling tools for Bastions and your hireling crew. 📺 Missed last week's episode? Watch it first to get the full context on how these rules work and where they came from! ⏭️ Next Week on Dr. Homebrew: What happens when your party is away from their Bastion but still wants a Bastion turn? We're tackling the remote Bastion turn. stay tuned! And remember: ✅ Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an Episode 🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned in the Episode 📖 Traveler's Guide to Narrative Bastions: https://site.dmsguild.com/product/560501/The-Travelers-Guide-to-Narrative-Bastions Map created with Dungeon Scrawl (https://dungeonscrawl.com) and used under CC BY 4.0 license. Tabletop Journeys Links: 🧡 Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys 🦋 Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social 📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys 🌐 Website: https://ttjourneys.com/ 📧 Email: [email protected] #DungeonsAndDragons #DnD #TTRPG #DrHomebrew #TabletopJourneys #Bastions #DnD2024 #DMsGuild #HomebrewDnD #TabletopRPG #ActualPlay #DungeonMaster #DMTips #TTRPGCommunity #DnDHomebrew #FantasyRPG #RPGPodcast #TabletopGaming #NarrativeDnD #DMAdvice

🖖🌌 When the mission ends, the real questions begin.After the dramatic events of Season 3, reflection becomes its own frontier. In this special episode of Talking Preservations, Lewanika Miller sits down with Adam Scaramella, the voice behind Commander Oshen Ch’zylrirh, to explore leadership pressure, intelligence driven storytelling, and the long arc consequences shaping the future of the Preservations campaign.From shadow operations and difficult command decisions to evolving Star Trek Adventures mechanics and the philosophy of collaborative roleplay, this conversation reveals the craft behind cinematic TTRPG actual play.If you enjoy Star Trek Adventures Second Edition, character driven campaigns, GM preparation insights, and the emotional stakes of long form storytelling, this episode offers a rare look behind the viewscreen.The next era of Preservations begins here.Engage.-----Star Trek Adventures First Edition to Second Edition Conversions📥 Free download and purchase information🌐 https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloads🏢 Published by Modiphius Entertainment🎲 2d20 System Designer⭐ Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager⭐ Jim Johnson👏 Special Shout Out⭐ BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)---Our Latest Kickstarter was funded in under 6 hours; join the fun by checking out the link below:🌐https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ttjourneys/make-100-the-bridgedwell-chronicles-part-1🔗 Check our Library of Content:🌐On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcSupport the channel by subscribing to the Patreon Join the conversation and comment below; share the episode with your friends.And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.✅ Leave a comment if you too would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon at https://tr.ee/WqccYf4COR 🖖🚀🌌🎲#TTRPG #2D20 #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #callyourboysttj #TabletopJourneys

🏰 Your Bastion NEEDS a Story — Here's How to Build One The D&D 2024 Bastion System is a blast, but let's be honest. Without narrative support, it can feel like just a spreadsheet of rooms. In this episode of Dr. Homebrew, Josh breaks down The Traveler's Guide to Narrative Bastions, a brand-new supplement from Tabletop Journeys designed to fix exactly that. From the ground up, this episode walks you through a complete framework for making your party's Bastion feel like it actually belongs in your game world, including a collaborative creation process, narrative NPCs, plot-ready Strengths & Vulnerabilities, and a system that scales as your players level up, new bastion facilities and more. 🎲 In this episode: Why the official Bastion rules have a narrative gap (and how to fill it) A streamlined creation system. Personal space, basic & special facilities at 5th level 7 questions to define your Bastion's physical layout How to build narrative connections. Goals, Assets, Allies, Rivals & Wildcard NPCs The Strength & Vulnerability framework. This is your best source of plot hooks How to grow your Bastion's narrative footprint as the party levels up 📖 This is Part 1 of a 3-part series on Bastions! Next week: How Josh's players built their Bastion at the table (with some very wacky shenanigans 👀) Two weeks out: Running a remote Bastion turn — yes, it's possible! And remember: ✅ Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an Episode 🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned in the Episode 📜 Traveler's Guide to Narrative Bastions: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/product/560501/the-traveler-s-guide-to-narrative-bastions 🧭 Tabletop Journeys Links Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys Website: https://ttjourneys.com/ Email: [email protected] Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 02:56 Basic Rules Adjustments 04:25 Bastion Structure 05:46 Narrative Connections 08:50 Strengths and Vulnerabilities 11:38 Leveling Up 12:49 Conclusion #DundsonsAndDragons #DnD5e #DrHomebrew #TabletopJourneys #TTRPG #DnD2024 #BastionSystem #DungeonMaster #DMTips #HomebrewDnD #TabletopRPG #DnDHomebrew #FantasyRPG #TTRPGCommunity #DnDPodcast

🖖🚀 The Captain Speaks. The Mission Continues.What happens after the final log is recorded and the cameras keep rolling?In this special Star Trek: Preservations feature, Lewanika sits down with Joe Harney, the voice behind Captain Sabian Tobor of the U.S.S. Dilamus Christian, to reflect on Season 3 of the Tabletop Journeys actual play.From the unforgettable Romulan Tango to insights on the evolving Star Trek Adventures 2E mechanics, this conversation explores the creative spark where storytelling, improvisation, and Star Trek fandom collide.But beyond the highlights lies a deeper question. With the great threat behind him, what comes next for Captain Tobor?This is more than a recap.It is a behind-the-scenes look at collaborative storytelling in a Star Trek Adventures RPG campaign, where the players shape the story and every mission unfolds in real time.If you enjoy Star Trek Adventures 2E, TTRPG actual plays, campaign design, and mission brief style play, this is a conversation you do not want to miss.Engage.Support the channel by subscribing to the Patreon Join the conversation and comment below; share the episode with your friends. And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.✅ Leave a comment if you too would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon at https://tr.ee/WqccYf4COR 🖖🚀🌌🎲#techobable #TTRPG #2D20 #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #complications #CallYourBoysTTJ #TabletopJourneys #StarTrek #ActualPlay #StarTrekRPG #GameMasterTips #StarTrekFans #SciFiRPG #TTRPGCommunity-----------------------------------⭐ STA CreditsStar Trek Adventures First Edition - Second Edition Conversions🌐 Free to Download and available for purchase at the following link:https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloads📘 Published by Modiphius Entertainment🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell📋 Project Manager: Jim Johnson👏 Special Shout Out to BC Holmes 🌐 https://www.patreon.com/bcholmes-------------------------------Our Latest Kickstarter was funded in under 6 hours; join the fun by checking out the link below:🌐https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ttjourneys/make-100-the-bridgedwell-chronicles-part-1🔗 Check our Library of Content:🌐On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llc

What if you didn't have to choose between being a parent and a gamer? 🧃🎲 In this episode of On the Right Path, Lewanika breaks down everything you need to know about building kid-friendly TTRPG tables. From running games for his own children to watching young players steal the scene at Total Con and AdadeCon 13, Lewanika brings real-world experience to one of the most asked questions in the TTRPG parenting community. Whether you're a parent, a dungeon master, a convention GM, or all of the above, this one is for you. 👇 In this episode: 🐉 Why kids are capable of serious, high-quality roleplay 🛡️ How to run age-appropriate games using safety tools like X Cards and Lines & Veils 🎮 Tips for Session Zero with parents and guardians ⚔️ Real stories from the convention floor, including a 13-year-old who made an entire table stand up and cheer 📅 How to build a long-term campaign that you kids can grow up with. If you've ever wanted to share this hobby with the young people in your life, or you're already doing it and want to do it better, pull up a chair, grab a juice box, and let's roll initiative. 🎲 And remember: ✅ Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an Episode 🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned in the Episode: Total Con: https://totalcon.com AcadeCon: https://acadecon.com/ Star Trek Adventures: https://modiphius.net TTRPG Safety Toolkit (X Cards, Lines & Veils) — https://www.ttrpgsafetytoolkit.com Tabletop Journeys Links: Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys Website: https://ttjourneys.com/ Email: [email protected] #TabletopJourneys #TTRPG #DungeonsAndDragons #DnDForKids #FamilyRPG #OnTheRightPath #KidFriendlyDnD #TabletopRPG #ParentingAndGaming #DiceAndJuiceBoxes #RollInitiative #SessionZero #TTRPGCommunity #ConventionGaming #StarTrekAdventures #FamilyGameNight #TabletopGaming #DnDDad #DnDMom #KidsWhoGame