Cloaks and Capes: A Dungeons and Dragons Podcast
If you love Dungeons and Dragons and TTRPGs, the Cloaks and Capes Podcast welcomes you into the world of tabletop gaming. It’s not just about DnD though, all TTRPGs, whether it’s Pathfinder, Star Wars, Legend of the Five Rings, Cyberpunk, Vampire, World of Darkness, Shadowrun, or any of the other litany of tabletop games, our show talks about the culture around the hobby. Each episode, we welcome in a new guest to break down important topics, offer advice to new and veteran players and DMs alike, and most importantly have fun!
Episodes
Dungeons & Dragons is the most popular TTRPG, but how'd it get this far?
On this episode of the podcast, Robbie and Kali are joined by Steve Wrigley, a comedian from New Zealand, who has been gaining renown for doing D&D crowd work and comedy shows on TikTok. We have a conversation about what when and why Dungeons & Dragons went so mainstream, that it is now selling out stadium seating.
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What makes Tabletop Role-playing games like Dungeons and Dragons so special? Find more from us at Here!
On this episode of the Cloaks & Capes D&D podcast, we talk about the rise of D&D and TTRPGs the past decade, and why people have gravitated to them so quickly and passionately!
Robbie and Kali are joined by Matt aka DungeonGlitch to talk about where they think the magic of Dungeons & Dragons and roleplay comes fro...
What is the easiest class in Dungeons & Dragons for a new player?Find more from us at here!Robbie and Kali are joined by Jenn aka CancerMoonCleric to talk about new players in D&D, and what classes they should be playing. How can Dungeon Masters and other D&D players help them at the table?Cloaks & Capes creates Dungeons and Dragons content and has over 1000+ magic items, 16 subclasses, VTT tokens, monsters, maps, a...
In D&D, experience is everything. How does it change Dungeon Masters over time?
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Robbie and Kali are joined by DM Spencer to talk explore the differences in how they approach being a Dungeon Master in Dungeons & Dragons, and other tabletop role-playing games.
Cloaks & Capes creates Dungeons & Dragons and TTRPG content and has over 1000+ magic items, 16 subclasses, VTT tokens, monsters, maps, and more.
...What helps Dungeons & Dragons immersion? What does that word even mean in D&D?Find more from us over here!Robbie and Kali are joined by Laura aka DiceWhisperer to talk about what it means to be immersed in D&D and TTRPGs. How can a Dungeon Master or Game Master keep their players hooked, and what can you, as a player, do to help make sure your tabletop role-playing experience is the best it can be.
Worldbuilding your own D&D or TTRPG setting is a lot, GM Millie joins us to talk where to start.
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Robbie and Kali are joined by Gamemaster and Writer, Millie Odegard to talk about how to start worldbuilding your own tabletop role-playing setting. Whether for Dungeons & Dragons or another tabletop RPG, we share tips, and advice for Dungeon Masters and TTRPG players alike.
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In Dungeons and Dragons, when a player tosses caution to the wind, and cares not for the consequences of their actions...we call them Chaos Gremlins. Are they bad for the game, or are they secretly a blessing in disguise?
Robbie is joined by Tanlynn and Kim from 5 GMs in a Trench Coat to talk about Chaos Gremlins in D&D and TTRPGs! How can you be a Chaos Gremlin without being a distraction at the table? As a Dungeon Master, wha...
The world of Tabletop Role-playing is filled with people from all walks of life, backgrounds, gender identities and more. In fantasy worlds filled with magic, there is no limit to your imagination, and there shouldn't be a limit to how diverse those worlds are. In this episode, we discuss the importance of diversity in Dungeons and Dragons, and how to approach it.
Robbie and Kali are joined by ZoupMachine to talk about how every ta...
Have you ever needed to change your style of storytelling, or how you perform as a Game Master? Maybe a different kind of game called for a change, or a player wanted to try something you don't usually tackle as a DM.
Robbie and Kali are joined by The Buff DM as they talk about switching up your style and tactics as a Dungeon Master, whether for different TTRPGs or for new players.
What makes the best bad guys in Dungeons and Dragons? Is it acts of evil? Is it being able to understand and empathize? Or is it adding in a bit of hot and sexy to them?
Robbie and Kali are joined by Andie of MargoModsGames to talk about ways Dungeon Masters and Game Masters can make a good BBEG. Regardless of what TTRPG you play, these tips can go a long way in making a villain with a lasting impression.
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You've probably heard the joke that D&D is like therapy and the DM is the therapist. While TTRPGs like DnD and role-play, specifically, can be therapeutic, the Dungeon Master is NOT therapist.
Robbie and Kali are joined by Kaylee Lopez the Gaming Anthropologist to talk about gaming, what makes us humans, why we explore trauma in D&D, and more! Find Kaylee at https://kayleenlopez.art.blog/
Has your Dungeons & Dragons campaign ever felt familiar? Did it use a magic ring? A dark lord? An elf archer named Bregolas? Inspiration for a D&D or TTRPG campaign can come from anywhere!
Robbie and Mia are joined by Justin and Taylor from 'So You Wanna Be A DM' to talk about where we steal our inspiration and how to adapt it to Dungeons and Dragons. Whether it's comics, anime, movies, TV or music -- anything can be used t...
Don't believe all the hate that Dungeons & Dragons has gotten for it's 2024 update! There is plenty to love in the DnD glow-up even amidst the criticisms. We talk about 10 (actually more!) things we absolutely love about the D&D 2024 rules update. Robbie and Kali are joined by Diana of the Rose to talk about what they love most about the One DnD? D&D Next? Dungeons and Dragons 5.5e? Even they can't decide on the name. I...
Session 0's and Safety Tools are among the most important things to consider when running a TTRPG or Dungeons and Dragons campaign. It will set the tone and expectations for sessions to come.
Robbie and Kali are joined by Kenny Mai from Roll for Impact to talk about why Session 0's are a must-do and shouldn't be an afterthought for any Dungeon Masters. They also talk about several important Safety Tools for TTRPG that will also mak...
Crafting a good, compelling backstory has become a very important part of playing Dungeons and Dragons. As a cooperative storytelling game, it's important that players and Dungeon Masters work together to create the perfect origin story for their heroes.
Robbie and Kali are joined by MrShickdance to talk about the ups and the downs, the dos and don'ts of creating a good backstory for a Dungeons and Dragons character.
Have you ever wanted to created your fantasy worlds, magic items, monsters or classes for Dungeons and Dragons? Homebrewing is easy, and anyone can do it!
Robbie and Kali are joined by the Catchy Cantrips hosts, David and Ash, as they talk about their own experiences with Homebrewing, creating, and what got them into Dungeons and Dragons.
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If you've spent any amount of time playing Dungeons and Dragons, or other TTRPGs, you've probably heard of Meta-Gaming. It's a term regarded with a lot of negativity in the DnD scene. But is it really that bad?
Robbie and Kali are joined by the Eldritch Podblast hosts, Jack and Mags, as they talk about how Meta-Gaming is seen in Dungeons and Dragons, and other TTRPGs, and how you can use it to make your role-playing better.
Do you ever feel extra happy, or sad after a Dungeons and Dragons game depending on what happened to your character? You might experiencing bleed! What is bleed exactly, and what does it have to do with D&D and other TTRPGs? In this episode of the Cloaks and Capes Podcast, we break it down and discuss it.
Robbie and Kali are joined by Scxrlet64 (https://www.instagram.com/scxrlet64) as they talk about how to recognize bleed in a...
Ever wonder what goes into creating situations for Dungeons and Dragons? How can a Dungeon Master best prepare a session for their players in a D&D Campaign? This episode of the Cloaks & Capes Podcast has some answers.
Robbie and Kali are joined by The Buff DM (https://www.youtube.com/@thousandfacescosplay) as they talk about how to create compelling and memorable situations as Dungeons Masters, and the consequences that ac...
What does it take to become a Dungeon Master in Dungeons and Dragons? Deceptively little! If you have the desire to DM for a group of players in a D&D campaign, or one shot, you're most of the way there. This episode of the Cloaks and Capes Podcast talks about getting started as a Dungeon Master or Game Master, and some advice for starting your journey.
Robbie and Kali are joined by GM Justin as they talk about their own journe...
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