Welcome Adventurers and Dungeon Masters! We are the Owlbear Bros, two bros who love the game Dungeons and Dragons. If you crave new ways to enjoy The Forgotten Realms, want to improve your campaigns, or just can't get enough D&D, then take a seat by the fire. We got you covered. Each episode features an in-depth discussion on Lore and how it can enhance your sessions. Plus, we answer your most pressing DM questions and end with a Dungeon Debate that we want YOU to be the judge of. The Owlbear Bros Community is open to everyone, and we'd love to have you join us. Happy listening!
Battle Smiths… the ones that coined the phrase “built for battle”. While the Artificer class is typically not built for the front lines, this subclass is certainly an exception. In this episode we’ll discuss how Battle Smiths fit into the Forgotten Realms. We’ll travel through the history of the subclass and learn the influences it has had on the game. If you’re a player and want to build your own teammates, then take a seat by the...
Armorers… medieval Iron Mans. While the Artificer subclass is known for being a support class, this subclass might change that. In this episode we’ll discuss how Armorers fit into the Forgotten Realms. We’ll travel through the history of the subclass and learn the influences it has had on the game. If you’re a player and want to become impregnable, then take a seat by the fire and prepare to be immersed in Armorer lore. Happy liste...
Artillerists… tinkerers that like to deal damage. While the Artillerist subclass is known for having guns, that doesn’t have to be the case. In this episode we’ll discuss how Artillerists fit into the Forgotten Realms. We’ll travel through the history of the subclass and learn the influences it has had on the game. If you’re a player and want to make things go BOOM, then take a seat by the fire and prepare to be immersed in Artille...
Alchemists… the potion brewers of the Forgotten Realms. While the Artificer class is already good for support, the Alchemist subclass makes you a walking health potion. In this episode we’ll discuss how Alchemists fit into the Forgotten Realms. We’ll travel through the history of the subclass and learn the influences it has had on the game. If you’re a player and don’t want to rely on your DM for potions, then take a seat by the fi...
Artificers… the underrated powerhouses of D&D. Although some believe Artificers don’t fit the D&D setting, they are actually vital for it. In this episode we’ll discuss how Artificers fit into the Forgotten Realms. We’ll travel through the history of the class and learn the influences it has had on the game. If you’re a player and don’t want to rely on your DM for magic items, then take a seat by the fire and prepare to be ...
Welcome to Season 2 of the Owlbear Bros! In this season we will be diving into the CLASSES of Dungeons and Dragons. The episodes will discuss things like how to role-play the class, optimize the class, and the lore behind the class. We will also be trying out shorter episodes, in order to make keeping up with the podcast easier. We hope you enjoy the new changes and topic!
The Tarrasque… the most feared creature of the Material Plane. Although it may seem like an oversized kangaroo, encountering it will almost certainly mean death. In this episode we’ll dive into the mind of the Tarrasque and look at the realm through its tiny eyes. We’ll travel to the depths of its hidden lair and learn what happens if you disturb it there. If you’re a DM and want to introduce your players to an unstoppable force of...
Red Dragons… the symbol of fantasy itself. Although some renditions are simply primal and destructive, you will find D&D Red Dragons to be quite fleshed out. In this episode we’ll dive into the mind of a Red Dragon and look at the realm through their fiery eyes. We’ll travel to the heights of their volcanic territory and learn the perils awaiting those who travel there. If you’re a DM and want to introduce your players to a gen...
Krakens… the iconic sea monster of legend. Although they may seem like simple monsters, you will find their minds to be incomprehensibly complex. In this episode we’ll dive into the mind of a Kraken and look at the realm through their eyes. We’ll travel to the depths of their territory and learn the perils awaiting those who have the misfortune of finding themselves there. If you’re a DM and want to introduce your players to cruel ...
Liches… undead wizards who have retained their vast intellect. Although they may seem merely maniacal, they have complexities many adventures would struggle to understand. In this episode we’ll dive into the immortal mind of a Lich and look at the realm through their eye sockets. We’ll travel to the endlessly complex dungeons of their territory and learn the dangers waiting for those who dare disturb them. If you’re a DM and want t...
Solars… the most powerful of all Angel-kind. Although they may seem nice, you better not be evil in their presence. In this episode we’ll dive into the mind of a Solar and look at the realm through their eyes. We’ll travel to their angelic territory and learn the pleasures waiting for those who have the privilege of going there. If you’re a DM and want to introduce your players to an unmatched force of good, then take a seat by the...
Brass Dragons… short in stature but long in wind. Although they may seem fierce, they are among the most peaceful dragons. In this episode we’ll dive into the mind of a Brass Dragon and look at the realm through their eyes. We’ll travel to their desert territory and learn the activities waiting for those who are brought there. If you’re a DM and want to introduce your players to an unforgettable conversation, then take a seat by th...
Balors… the epitome of rage. Although they may seem brutish, they are among the most cunning demons. In this episode we’ll dive into the ambitious mind of a Balor and look at the realm through their eyes. We’ll travel to their territory in the Nine Hells and learn the dangers waiting for those who plane shift there. If you’re a DM and want to introduce your players to the creature that killed Gandalf the Grey, then take a seat by t...
Death Knights… punished commanders of undead. Although they may seem simple, very few can survive a Death Knight’s wrath. In this episode we’ll dive into the exposed skull of a Death Knight and look at the world through their glowing eyes. We’ll travel to the fortified castles of their territory and learn the dangers waiting for those who venture there. If you’re a DM and want to introduce your players to undead power, then take a ...
Iron Golems… fire, ore, and pinch of poison. Although they may seem inanimate, they’ll quickly make you inanimate if given the order. In this episode we’ll dive into the solid-iron skull of an Iron Golem and look at the world through their fiery eyes. We’ll travel to the ancient ruins of their territory and learn the wonders waiting for those who venture there. If you’re a DM and want to introduce your players to an unwavering defe...
Purple Worms… mindless forces of destruction. Although they may seem to mind their own business, encountering one will surely mean disaster. In this episode we’ll dive into the simple mind of a Purple Worm and look at the world through their eyes. We’ll travel to the deep burrows of their territory and learn the dangers of those brave enough to wander there. If you’re a DM and want to introduce your players to mindless mayhem, then...
Black Dragons… mean, partially green, acid-spitting machines. Although they may already seem vile and deadly, they are much worse than you think. In this episode we’ll dive into the twisted mind of a Black Dragon and look at the world through their eyes. We’ll travel to the toxic swamps of their territory and learn the dangers of those misguided enough to wander there. If you’re a DM and want to introduce your players to draconic e...
Storm Giants… deep-thinkers you don’t want to disrespect. Although they may seem like powerful forces of destruction, they have no desire to cause harm. In this episode we’ll dive into the ponderous mind of a Storm Giant and look at the world through their eyes. We’ll travel to the far-away palaces of their territory and experience their unique customs. If you’re a DM and want to introduce your players to a creature worthy of respe...
Erinyes… known in Greek Mythology as The Furies. Although they may seem like beautiful warriors of justice, they’re conception of justice will have you begging for eternal oblivion. In this episode we’ll dive into the mind of an Erinyes and look at the world through their eyes. We’ll travel through the most gruesome reaches of their territory and discover the suffering in progress there. If you’re a DM and want to introduce your pl...
Rocs… the ultimate bird of prey. Although they may seem like big, dumb birds, there’s more to them than meets the eye. In this episode we’ll dive into the mind of a Roc and look at the world through their eyes. We’ll soar through the skies of their territory and discover the risk of traveling through it. If you’re a DM and want to show your players what it means to be prey, then take a seat by the fire and prepare to be immersed in...