Tabletop Journeys

Friends for much longer than any of them care to admit, your three hosts bring extensive RPG experience from even before they met. For almost 100 years combined, they have played in and ran tabletop and live action games of every stripe. Since then, they have discussed, argued, kibitzed, broken down, built up, rearranged, and dissected every imaginable topic, frequently in living rooms in front of horrified onlookers who couldn't get a word in edgewise. The Tabletop Journeys project started as friends wanting to get together over Zoom to talk about the games they were running, they stuff that they had bought, and things that they thought were cool. And now, we hope that you do too!

Tabletop Journeys is a leisure podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 580 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 90. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #3

  Keys to The Vault Ep 4 (Act 2.1)

  Sep 1, 202650 minS4

  Preservations (S4 Ep. 4) – Keys to The Vault Ep (Act 2.1) A covert mission begins long before anyone reaches the target.The Preservations crew needs an untraceable ship, a reliable contact, and a path into the lawless streets of District 6. But every favor carries a price, every connection exposes another danger, and new intelligence suggests the Ebony Knox may already be closer than expected.In this Star Trek Adventures 2E Actual Play, diplomacy, investigation, and clandestine mission planning collide in a tense example of TTRPG mission and adventure design. Can the crew open the way to the Vault without revealing what they are really searching for? #ttrpg #roleplayerswanted #seekingGM #lookingforgame #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ ===================================Star Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius Entertainment Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment. 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell Project Manager: Jim Johnson Be sure to check out the Free Mission Brief Packs mentioned in this episode: Star Trek Adventures Free Downloads: https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloadsSpecial thanks to B.C. Holmes. You can use their free tools to help build your campaign, just like AEGIS, with the links below.STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.orgTo support their incredible work, join their Patreon. Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross Listen & Watch:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & communityYou can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving 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 pageTabletop Journeys Links: Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys▶️ YouTube: / @ttjourneys Website: https://ttjourneys.com/ Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com 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%20llccAnd remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

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  Episode #289

  Dr. Homebrew: Using Roll Player as an NPC Generator (Episode 289)

  Aug 28, 202615 min

  Can a board game become your DM's secret weapon? Dr. Homebrew puts Roll Player by Thunderworks Games to the ultimate test, using it as an NPC generator for your TTRPG table! Spoiler: the results surprised even him. In this episode, Josh dives deep into Roll Player's competitive character-building system of class selection, randomized backgrounds, colored dice, loot tables, skills, and attributes. He is looking for the answer to the big question every Game Master wants answered: Can I use this to generate rich, compelling NPCs on the fly? The answer? Well... it's complicated. Josh discovers that Roll Player is less a quick-at-the-table tool and more of a character development powerhouse. It's perfect for crafting long-term recurring NPCs and memorable player characters with real depth, narrative weight, and surprising story directions. Think less "random tavern owner" and more "the villain your players will never forget." He also walks you through Talise Visura, a harbor elf rogue built entirely through the Roll Player system, complete with a jeweled acid-splash dagger ️, a magical haste robe , and a moral compass that points firmly toward gray. She's a free Patreon card for September, and you do NOT want to miss her. Also in this episode: How Roll Player's 18-round system creates meaningful character choices that deepen any NPC Why group play and solo play produce surprisingly different results How the Tabletop Journeys team used a similar approach for Preservations, their Star Trek Adventures actual play A deep dive into the August Patreon card set. 10 pages of Harbor Elf subspecies content for the city of Bridgedwell, including species rules, a background, feats, and spells ‍♀️✨ A preview of the September "Enchantments for the Common Man" deck Whether you're a GM looking to breathe life into your world, a board gamer curious about TTRPG crossover, or a D&D player who wants a new way to build characters — this episode is for you. Hit play, bring a friend who loves games, and let's build something amazing together. FREE September NPC Card — Talis Vizura, Harbor Elf Rogue Download her card (front + back stat block) FREE all month at patreon.com/ttjourneys starting September 1st! And remember: ✅ Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an Episode Links & Resources mentioned in the episode Roll Player by Thunderworks Games. https://thunderworksgames.com/products/roll-player-board-game Tabletop Journeys links: Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttjourneys ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys Website: https://ttjourneys.com/ Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com #TabletopJourneys #DrHomebrew #RollPlayer #ThunderworksGames #TTRPG #DungeonsAndDragons #DnD #BoardGames #NPCGenerator #GameMasterTips #TabletopRPG #HomeBrew #IndieGames #BoardGameGeek #RPGCommunity #CharacterCreation #DMTools #FantasyRPG #Bridgewell #ActualPlay

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  Episode #31

  A.E.G.I.S.: Rebuilding the Federation After the Dominion War

  Aug 25, 202614 minS2

  OtRP (S2 Ep. 31) – A.E.G.I.S.: Rebuilding the Federation After the Dominion War The Dominion War is over, but across the Federation, the work of rebuilding has only begun. Discover A.E.G.I.S., the Starfleet Corps of Engineers initiative that transforms recovery missions into a living Star Trek Adventures campaign. Lewanika explores how rotating crews, modular Mission Briefs, and adaptable leadership create cinematic 2d20 adventures at game stores, conventions, and online. For GMs interested in TTRPG mission and adventure design, A.E.G.I.S. offers a framework capable of sending players anywhere the Federation needs them. The next mission begins where the war ended. Will you answer the call? #ttrpg #roleplayerswanted #seekingGM #lookingforgame #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ =================================== Star Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius Entertainment Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment. 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell Project Manager: Jim Johnson Be sure to check out the Free Mission Brief Packs mentioned in this episode: Star Trek Adventures Free Downloads: https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloads Special thanks to B.C. Holmes. You can use their free tools to help build your campaign, just like AEGIS, with the links below. STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.org To support their incredible work, join their Patreon. Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts) =================================== Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross Listen & Watch: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneys YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys ----------------------------------- TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play ☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & community ------------------------------------------------- You can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving 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 page Tabletop Journeys Links: Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social Facebook: [www.facebook.com/ttjourneys](http://www.facebook.com/ttjourneys) ▶️ YouTube: / @ttjourneys Website: https://ttjourneys.com/ Email: [podcast@ttjourneys.com](mailto:podcast@ttjourneys.com) 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%20llcc --- And remember: ✅ Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode. #IDICYall #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #CallYourBoysTTJ #tabletopjourneys

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  Episode #288

  GenCon 2026 Saturday Recap: My First LARP, Deadlands in the Chaos & Gaming Groups You Need to Know

  Aug 21, 202619 min

  What happens when a lifelong roleplayer finally steps into his first-ever LARP and goes 0-for-8 at rock-paper-scissors? You get one of the most unforgettable Gen Con Saturdays on record. ✂️ In this episode of Tabletop Café, your host Michael breaks down his packed Gen Con 2026 Saturday a day that included: His first official LARP experience. An Old Gods of Appalachia tabletop LARP run by City of Glass Games, set aboard an immersive period train with costumes, sound effects, props, and railroad-era atmosphere that earned a full A+ rating A multi-table Deadlands game titled "So Shall He Reap", run by the MAMS crew, including GM Dungeon Wrecker Rose, featuring a cinematic Savage Worlds adventure that somehow survived a real-life tornado warning mid-session ️ The Gen Con tornado scare that sent some gamers to the basement and others… back to their cards of Hanabi (perfect score achieved, no asterisks) A candid look at the gaming organizations bringing RPG events to life at Gen Con and why the roleplaying scene deserves way more coverage What City of Glass Gaming and MAMS are running, who they are, and why you should look for them at your next convention Whether you're a Gen Con veteran, a LARP-curious roleplayer, or someone trying to figure out how to get the most out of convention gaming, this one's for you. Michael also shares thoughts on Alice is Missing, Vampire: The Masquerade, the noise challenges of Gen Con's shared event spaces, and why you absolutely should go. Can't make it to Gen Con? Michael has a word about AcadeCon too. 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:01:35 – Why Michael Goes to Gen Con 00:02:19 – Saturday Game 1: Old Gods of Appalachia LARP 00:10:18 – Tornados and Hanabi 00:11:55 – Saturday Game 2: Deadlands "So Shall He Reap" 00:16:18 – Should YOU Go to Gen Con? And remember: ✅ Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an Episode Links & Resources mentioned in the episode City of Glass Games / City of Glass Gaming. Look them up on Facebook for their event schedule, including LARPs, Vampire: The Masquerade, Changeling, Alice is Missing, and more MAMS Crew. Convention RPG event organizers running Deadlands, Old Gods of Appalachia, Shadowrun, Star Wars, Monster of the Week, Fate, Lancer, Masks, and more Old Gods of Appalachia RPG. Published by Monty Cook Games using the Cypher System. Cthulhu-meets-Appalachian-folklore horror Deadlands: The Weird West. Savage Worlds-powered horror Western RPG Alice is Missing. A silent, phone-based TTRPG mystery experience ️ AcadeCon. Michael's regional convention. Definitely worth checking out if Gen Con isn't in reach ️ 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: podcast@ttjourneys.com #TabletopJourneys #GenCon #GenCon2026 #TTRPG #LARP #OldGodsOfAppalachia #Deadlands #SavageWorlds #DungeonsAndDragons #TabletopRPG #ConventionGaming #RolePlayingGames #TabletopCafe #DrHomebrew #RPGPodcast #TabletopGaming #VampireTheMasquerade #MontyCoookGames #WorldOfDarkness #AliceIsMissing #CityOfGlassGames #RPGCommunity #TTRPGCommunity #BoardGames #GenConRecap

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  Episode #4

  Preservations: The Keys to the Vault (Act 1)

  Aug 18, 202654 minS4

  Preservations: The Keys to the Vault (Act 1)A message from a former crewmate pulls Captain Tobor and the crew of the Dilamus Christian toward unfinished business and a dangerous new lead. As life aboard the ship settles into a new rhythm, old friendships, family ties, and questionable contacts may offer the only path to unlocking the encrypted Bajoran archives.In Preservations: The Keys to the Vault (Act 1), the next Star Trek Adventures RPG 2E mission begins with character-driven actual play, crew development, and the first threads of a high-stakes investigation that offers inspiration for TTRPG mission and adventure design. #ttrpg #roleplayerswanted #seekingGM #lookingforgame #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ----------------Star Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius Entertainment=================================== Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc. Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment. 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell Project Manager: Jim JohnsonCharacter Sheet images courtesy of theSTA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.org Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross Listen & Watch:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & communityYou can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving 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 pageTabletop Journeys Links: Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys▶️ YouTube: / @ttjourneys Website: https://ttjourneys.com/ Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com 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%20llccAnd remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

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