Thieves’ Cant features news, discussion, and deep dives into the world of RPGs and other tabletop games. Hosts Jeremy and Chris deliver a mix of analysis, opinion, and engaging segments, exploring game mechanics, worldbuilding, and the latest in the industry. Whether you’re a veteran game master or new to the hobby, welcome to the guild.
What are your gaming resolutions for 2026?
Plus, RPG subsystems’ impact on storytelling and Hope Springs Eternal for Daggerheart from Eric Lazure.
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Which aspects of the RPG hobby made our nice list and which ones are naughty?
Plus, voting is open in ENWorld’s Most Anticipated Games of 2026 survey, and a Thundercats RPG is funding on Kickstarter
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Chris and Jeremy tackle five different ways to establish party cohesion. Plus, Steve Jackson Games announces Toon 2e, MCDM's Draw Steel: Crack the Sun Backerkit campaign surges past its crowdfunding goal, and Orphaned Bookworm Productions is funding the Warmage, a new class for Pathfinder 1e.
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Help us choose which game to feature in our next season of Thieves’ Cant: Capers. We’ve narrowed the list to four finalists.
Plus, ENWorld’s list of most anticipated games of 2026, WizKids’ Kong, Crisis Protocol’s new starter sets, and Draw Steel’s upcoming crowdfunder.
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This week, we’ve got big news for the show: starting January 5, Thieves’ Cant will drop episodes Monday through Friday, with bonus Saturday episodes when Capers is in season.
Plus, we dig into the HPLHS’s prop-packed Call of Cthulhu release The Spark Devil, new Draw Steel content from MCDM—including the Summoner class and The Fall of Blackbottom—and the DarkSpace Kickstarter bringing Shadowdark into space. And in Unearthed Obscura...
This week, we ask: digital or analog—what’s your preferred way to game? We debate VTTs vs. physical mats, digital character builders vs. pen and paper, and what tools actually make RPGs better. Plus, we cover new Draw Steel content, upcoming Forgotten Realms releases, and M.T. Black’s Temple of the Lightbringers Kickstarter.
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Chris and Jeremy return to the Forge of Creation to roll up a brand-new cursed magic item for both Draw Steel and 5e. Plus, a peek at Into the Cess and Citadel, some Listener Feedback, and a Question of the Week about what to do when your dice go cold.
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Chris and Jeremy unearth some real-world lore about a deadly 1518 dancing plague, and explore the potential story hooks it offers. Plus, Draw Steel’s Beastheart class hits public playtesting, Free League announces a new One Ring adventure, and WotC files a new trademark claim for Dark Sun.
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Chris and Jeremy talk cursed items, and roll up a few of their own using the Tome of Adventure Design. Plus, a look at World Wide Wrestling on Kickstarter, scary gaming moments, and a round of listener feedback.
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Chris and Jeremy wrap up their run through MCDM's Draw Steel with a look at Book 1's "For the Director" chapter as well as Book 2: Monsters. If you enjoyed this episode, check out our sister show, Thieves' Cant: A Tabletop Gaming Podcast.
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The Glass Brain of Mount Vesuvius + Horror Cinema Classics, Homebrew Monsters, and Listener Feedback
Chris and Jeremy explore some real-world lore tied to the eruption of Mount Vesuvius and how it could feature in your TTRPG. Plus, Horror Cinema Classics, homebrew monsters, and listener feedback.
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Chris and Jeremy explore how Draw Steel handles downtime, rewards, and religion. Welcome to Thieves' Cant Capers: The Draw Steel Job. If you enjoyed this episode, check out our sister show, Thieves' Cant: A Tabletop Gaming Podcast.
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Chris and Jeremy put the finishing touches on their hero build for MCDM’s Draw Steel. Plus, a Question of the Week about overused and underused monsters, a look at Glatisant on Kickstarter, and another round of listener feedback.
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It's on to the nuts and bolts of MCDM's Draw Steel as Chris and Jeremy take a closer look at Tests, Combat, and Negotiation. Welcome to Thieves' Cant Capers: The Draw Steel Job. If you enjoyed this episode, check out our sister show, Thieves' Cant: A Tabletop Gaming Podcast.
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Chris and Jeremy enter the Forge of Creation to craft a hero for MCDM’s Draw Steel. Plus, a Question of the Week about ignored rules, The Last Caravan on Kickstarter, and a round of listener feedback.
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Chris and Jeremy tackle Kits, Perks, and Complications, completing their rundown of Draw Steel's hero creation chapters. Welcome to Thieves' Cant Capers: The Draw Steel Job. If you enjoyed this episode, check out our other show, Thieves' Cant: A Tabletop Gaming Podcast.
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Chris and Jeremy discuss breaking reliance on party-focused games. Plus, D&D drops a new Unearthed Arcana, Free League is set to launch Invincible on Kickstarter, and Our Beautiful Ruin is crowdfunding a starter set.
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Chris and Jeremy wrap up their rundown of Draw Steel classes with a closer look at the Tactician, Talent, and Troubadour. Welcome to Thieves' Cant Capers: The Draw Steel Job. If you enjoyed this episode, check out our other show, Thieves' Cant: A Tabletop Gaming Podcast.
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Chris and Jeremy open the Lore Vault to explore the brutal punishment of Roman Decimation and how it might be used in games. Plus, Asmodee announces kid-friendly versions of some of its most popular titles, the H.P. Lovecraft Historical Society is set to release The Spark Devil, and the Wight-Box brings more old-school gaming to Kickstarter.
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Chris and Jeremy's look at classes in MCDM's Draw Steel continues with the Fury, Null, and Shadow. Welcome to Thieves' Cant Capers: The Draw Steel Job.
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