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All about NPCs: Wizards Respite Sanctorum Episode 44
Discover secrets to crafting TTRPG NPCs your players will love—or fear. From shopkeepers to villains, we cover it all.
Interview with Paul Ehrlich: The Mind Behind I Am Minotaur TTRPG
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ft6J56sAaUs Old-School Grit in the I Am Minotaur TTRPG World In Episode 42 of the Wizards Respite Sanctorum, we interviewed Paul Ehrlich, founder of Clever Recluse Games. Paul shared how his love for classic RPGs, especially the red box D&D set, led him to create indie titles grounded in challenge and grit. His debut, A … Continue reading Interview with Paul Ehrlich: The Mind Behind I Am Minotaur TTRPG
Wizard’s Respite Sanctorum Episode 41-Engage!
Ever had a player zone out mid-session? In this episode of The Wizard’s Respite Sanctorum, we break down the secret sauce for keeping every player engaged—whether you’re dealing with a split party, a quiet character, or full-table chaos. From cliffhanger pacing to creative puzzles mid-fight, this post gives you the tools to make your sessions unforgettable.
Wizard’s Respite Sanctorum Episode 39- Resolutions 2024
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=njsOQ_DD8w0 Reflecting on a Year of TTRPG Resolutions: Successes, Challenges, and New Goals At The Wizard’s Respite Sanctorum, we take our TTRPG passion seriously—so much so that last year, we made a set of ambitious resolutions to improve our experiences as players, GMs, and content creators. As we begin another year, it’s time to look … Continue reading Wizard’s Respite Sanctorum Episode 39- Resolutions 2024
Exploring the Role of Evil in TTRPG Storylines
https://youtu.be/O2vVNWT50o0?si=yeHtG43yhzHcmHwX Understanding Evil in TTRPGs When crafting a tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) campaign, game masters frequently face a critical question: How should evil be represented at the table? In this episode of the Wizard’s Respite Sanctorum, hosts Ash and Zach explore the nuances of incorporating “evil” into storylines, discussing when and how to employ the … Continue reading Exploring the Role of Evil in TTRPG Storylines
Sanctorum episode 35: give the GM a hand
Boosting player engagement, character growth, and respect at the TTRPG table. These are a few of your GM's/DM's favorite things!
Mothership TTRPG Review – Wizards Respite Sanctorum
Ash and Zach review the sci-fi horror TTRPG Mothership, diving into its mechanics, atmosphere, and high-stakes survival.
Race vs Species
In this episode, Ash and Zachariah tackle the heated topic of language changes in Dungeons & Dragons
Sanctorum Episode 30: Touchstone Deep Dive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giTq6gwCXv0&list=PLgF9JoRNz05IHjYaJWh4vryRjaKPTMR4g&index=29 Touchstone Welcome to another episode of The Wizards Respite Sanctorum Show, where we explore everything TTRPG! Today, we're diving into an intriguing indie game, "Touchstone," played by our co-host, Zachariah from Old Man Gaming. Introduction We start with an enthusiastic greeting from Zachariah, who shares his excitement for revisiting the original concept of the … Continue reading Sanctorum Episode 30: Touchstone Deep Dive