Dark Alchemy: Tales & Tactics from the Dungeon

Dark Alchemy: Tales & Tactics from the Dungeon

Welcome to Dark Alchemy, a podcast forged in the fires of the world’s greatest roleplaying game — Dungeons & Dragons. Whether you’re a Dungeon Master weaving intricate campaigns or a player chasing nat 20s, this show is your spellbook of storytelling secrets, tactical advice, and homebrew brilliance. Join the creators of the Dark Alchemy YouTube channel as we explore custom monsters, DM tips, worldbuilding lore, house rules, and interviews with fellow adventurers from the D&D community. 🎲 New episodes weekly. 🧙♂️ For DMs, players, and dice goblins alike.

Episodes

June 9, 2025 68 mins

Learn how to master two of D&D 5e's most tactical and stylish classes: the Dragonborn Fighter (Battlemaster) and the Way of Shadow Monk. In this video, we break down how to build, fight, and roleplay these dynamic characters in and out of combat. 🔥 Valam, the Dragonborn Battlemaster, is all about precision strikes, control, and battlefield tactics. Learn how to use maneuvers like Riposte, Trip Attack, and Precision Strike to d...

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🎲✨ Join us for a special interview with DM Sam, the creative mind behind @encoresandabilityscores! We dive into Sam’s journey as a Dungeon Master, storyteller, and advocate for accessibility and inclusion in tabletop gaming. From favorite campaign moments to advice for new players and DMs, this conversation is packed with insight, inspiration, and a few laughs along the way. From Alice in Wonderland to Cats in the world of DnD. Re...

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Welcome to Zombie Chat, where we break down what the Monster Manual misses—and how to make your undead encounters actually scary. In this episode, we talk tactics, roleplay potential, and why a swamp zombie might be smarter (and sneakier) than you think. From stealthy ambushes to unsettling behavior tied to its forgotten past, we explore how to turn a basic zombie stat block into something your players won’t forget. 🔔 Subscribe fo...

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Join us for a wild ride through dice rolls and dungeon tales as we sit down with the awesome crew from @crit_1_n_dun! Known for their high-energy liveplay sessions, killer roleplay moments, and creative chaos, they’re bringing the stories behind the screen to Dark Alchemy. We’ll be diving into: ⚔️ Favorite DM tips & tricks 🧙‍♂️ Behind-the-scenes stories from their actual plays 🎭 How they build memorable characters and run eng...

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Uncover the secrets behind two powerful adventurers in this character deep-dive! 🌟 Ashara, the Divine Soul Sorcerer, blends celestial magic and raw arcane might, wielding healing and destruction in equal measure. Opposite her stands Cassius, the Twilight Domain Cleric—a guardian of twilight and protector of the balance between light and shadow. Together, they embody the theme of Divine & Twilight, making them a formidable duo ...

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In Episode 2 of Dark Alchemy, we dive into the heart of Gen Con 2025 and explore everything Dungeons & Dragons has to offer this year. From epic adventures and exclusive modules to insider tips on what to play, where to go, and how to make the most of your experience, we’ve got you covered. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a seasoned convention crawler, this episode will help you roll natural 20s all weekend long.

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In our first episode of Dark Alchemy, we explore two iconic D&D classes: the Bard and the Diviner Wizard. Is the bard a chaos agent or just charming support? Can the diviner truly bend fate? We dive into lore, strategy, and roleplay potential to see which one helps the party — and which one gives the DM nightmares. Packed with laughs, tips, and magic. Subscribe for weekly episodes on D&D tactics, storytelling, and homebrew ...

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