The Dungeoncast

A Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition podcast where co-hosts, Will and Brian, explore all things D&D including lore, game mechanics, character creation, and lots of other creative concepts. Join in on conversation about the world's most popular tabletop role playing game in a casual, educational, and humorous conversation in an inclusive setting. Together we'll delve into the endless possibilities and unforeseen challenges of role playing, creating characters, and dungeon mastering. New episodes of The Dungeoncast will air every Monday on YouTube, iTunes or anywhere else podcasts can be found!

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Apr 16, 2018 · 30 min
Races of the Realms: Tabaxi - The Dungeoncast Ep.76
Will and Brian are opening up Volo's Guide to Monsters to discuss the highly requested topic of the Tabaxi. The Cat Lord coerces these reclusive creatures into curiosity so captivating it calls them to conquer the clues of the cosmos! Talking Points: Definitely Catwoman Maybe, Cats On Maps, Kitten Recluse, Ecatnomics, All Hail The Cat Lord, Catvenutring, Wicatpedia, The Unquantifiable Amount, Cheetahspeed Go!, Cats Cant, Dog Pet Check out our latest contest on YouTube and enter to win a copy
Apr 9, 2018 · 37 min
Monster Mythos: Hobgoblins - The Dungeoncast Ep.75
When the glory of battle is all that really matters anymore, then you might want to check to see if the local government has been overthrown by the over polite, armored menace known as Hobgoblins. Will and Brian are talking all about the martial prowess, fierce tactical strategy, and aggressive magic usage of these powerful military minded monsters this week on The Dungeoncast! Talking Points: Super Goblins, Most Likely To Nation, HobGODlins, Legion(s), I Did It For The Glory, Talk S^%t Get H
Apr 1, 2018 · 49 min
Classes Revisited: The Druid - The Dungeoncast Ep.74
Get ready to dive back into a world full of natural wonder! This week on The Dungeoncast, Will and Brian are talking about the new Druid subclasses from Xanathar's Guide to Everything. These hippies are up to all sorts of powerful wilderness magics. Talking Points: Hippy Dream Cult, Eating Positive, Sunshine+Rainbows, In The Harry Potter Style, Fantasy Fysics: How To Bamf, Do You Remember The Mission?, No Possums, Spectral Specialty Animals, Pokémon Master, Santana - Druid Of Dreams
Mar 30, 2018 · 24 min
The Dungeoncast Presents: The Vault Raiders and the Cult of the Dread Star Teaser Trailer
The Dungeoncast presents a new one-shot actual play adventure (featured in full length at patreon.com/thedungeoncast) called The Vault Raiders and the Cult of the Dread Star! It is a direct continuation of The Vault Raiders and the Isle of Dread. This teaser will drop you off in the middle of the adventure, but don't worry. It's a real good time.Thank you to all of the supporters of the show - especially our beloved Patrons! You are all amazing and we appreciate the continued support.Special th
Mar 25, 2018 · 1 hr 8 min
Atlas Exterus: The Nine Hells - The Dungeoncast Ep.73
This week we are diving into a plane of existence containing paradoxical labyrinths of molten metal, wastelands so cold they burn the skin, and disquieting Archdukes conspiring to conquer everything. Will and Brian talk about what it takes and what horrors you'll encounter moving through each of the unique layers of The Nine Hells this week on The Dungeoncast! Talking Points: Independently Connected, Evil Bureaucracy, The Front Lines, What Is Dis?, The Nasty Forever Marsh, Heat Seekers, Let's
Mar 19, 2018 · 35 min
Races of the Realms: Firbolg - The Dungeoncast Ep.72
They seem to make the perfect Druid, but there are many more role playing possibilities to consider when creating your own gentle giant. Will and Brian are discussing the Fey-like Firbolgs from their D&D origins all the way to 5E this week on The Dungeoncast! Talking Points: Nature Bound, A Giant Affair, Recluse Reuse Recycle, Don't Violate The Code, Does It Say They're Fey?, Social Anxiety, OP Magic Utility, Trash Forest, Mud Boy Mucks It Up, Rock Talk, Feature Heavy, Fantasy Fysics: Dis
Mar 12, 2018 · 40 min
Monster Mythos: Drow (Dark Elves)- The Dungeoncast Ep.71
The ill will of Lolth permeates every facet of this culture down to the absence of love and the worshipping of spiders. Will and Brian are working over the details of Drow sociology this week on The Dungeoncast! This one is a wild ride from start to finish. Talking Points: Heavy Lore, Responsible For Everything, Centaurology, Not Talkin' 'Bout Drizzt, The Murky Matriarchy, Beating The Love Out Of You, All The Treachery And Murder, I Skinned Your Boyfriend, A Plethora Of Spiders, Living In The
Mar 5, 2018 · 49 min
Classes Revisited: The Cleric - The Dungeoncast Ep.70
Will and Brian are back at it again with an in-depth discussion about the Clerics outside of the PHB! They're opening up The Dungeon Master's Guide, The Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide, and Xanathar's Guide to Everything to see what sorts of divine powers await those that devote their lives to their chosen deity this week on The Dungeoncast! Talking Points: Evil Most Holy, Don't Pick Your SCAGs, Feeling The Flavor, So Dwarvish Such Good, The Return Of Davey Jones/Shoutout To Demogorgon/The Bla
Feb 26, 2018 · 34 min
Deities and Demigods: Bahamut - The Dungeoncast Ep.69
He's generously tipping the wait staff, complimenting your fashion forward attire, and reminding you that true justice comes from the power you had inside you all along. That's right, it's Bahamut! Will and Brian are regaling you with the grand tales of the deity that loves to hide amongst mortals to aid in good deeds and fight his mighty dragon bros this week on The Dungeoncast! He's not just lawful good; he's lawful great! Talking Point: I Believe In Bahamut, Seven-Winged Angel, Associated
Feb 19, 2018 · 59 min
Dungeon Mastering: Making a Villain - The Dungeoncast Ep.68
Do you ever get lost in the vast depths of inexplicable and horrifying evils while writing a campaign? Don't we all. Luckily, Will and Brian are here to offer some guidance in creating a threatening and imposing presence for any setting! Let the concept of conflict inspire you this week on The Dungeoncast! SPOILER ALERTS: Golden Sun (20:00), Star Wars (46:00), Watchmen (51:00) Talking Points: BBEG Beginnings, Bad Times Off Screen, But Y Tho, Macro Effect, Real Bad Goals, Making An Entrance, H
Feb 12, 2018 · 35 min
Races of the Realms: Lizardfolk - The Dungeoncast Ep.67
Will and Brian are cracking open Volo's Guide to Monster's once again to the alien-minded Lizardfolk! This former monster's cold and calculating demeanor may seem harsh, but is drawn from the primal need to survive. Come take a bite out of this fascinating race this week on The Dungeoncast! Talking Points: Lizardfolk Are People Too, Dumb Vulcanfolk, I've Heard Of Love, Anxiety Free Art Sales, Dead = Food, Arise Chicken, Lizardfolk: Civil War, Swim-Swam Swims Again, Raginfolk, Not Megamind&nbs
Feb 5, 2018 · 1 hr 13 min
Classes Revisited: The Bard - The Dungeoncast Ep.66
This week on The Dungeoncast, Will and Brian are bringing back the Bard! This episode features official content released outside of the 5E Player's Handbook. From charming your unsuspecting patrons to slinking in the shadows, there's plenty left to talk about. Talking Points: Steeped In Fey, Groupie Magic, Playing With Swords, Super Psychic Secrets, Game Of Impossible Throne Missions, Deep Dark Magical Threats, Brian Builds A Bard: Jade Hudson, Dungeoncast Star Wars Fancast  </
Jan 29, 2018 · 28 min
Monster Mythos: Gnolls - The Dungeoncast Ep.65
These feral nomads kill and pillage without warning are the scariest of the main mobs - and for good reason. Will and Brian are talking all about the chaotic and unpredictable Gnolls on this week's episode of The Dungeoncast Talking Points: Thick Necked, Will's Story Corner: Butchery Beast (Shoutout To Demogorgon), Smart Tasting Flesh, Weirdly Social, More Killing, Stacking Gnolls, Flind VS Diet Flind, That Scene From Cloverfield, Bone Collecting Check Out the <a href="https:
Jan 22, 2018 · 44 min
Deities and Demigods: The Great Old Ones - The Dungeoncast Ep.64
This week's topic is outside the realm of the fathomable, but not out of complete cognitive reach of Dungeoncast hosts Will and Brian. They discuss the H.P. Lovecraft inspired horrors known as The Great Old Ones! Beware their unquantifiable despair, lest your mind turn against itself in an incurable fit of madness. Call Of Cthulu spoilers (24:00). The Dark Tower, Ghost Busters, Event Horizon, Salem's Lot spoilers (36:00). Talking Points: Cosmic Tales, Less Is More Horrible, WTF - You Might As
Jan 15, 2018 · 26 min
Races of the Realms: Kenku - The Dungeoncast Ep.63
Will and Brian are opening up Volo's Guide To Monsters and getting into one of the strangest playable races in all of D&D. Kenku's don't have much as far as a mind of their own, but this can lead to some unique and troublesome role playing situations. Will and Brian dive into the philosophical pit holes inherently tied to this raven-like race this week on The Dungeoncast! Talking Points: Big Bizarre Birds, Punished For Past Transgression, Mimicry Maybe, Kenku Assembly Line, Fowl Capabilit
Jan 8, 2018 · 49 min
Classes Revisited: The Barbarian - The Dungeoncast Ep.62
This week on The Dungeoncast, Will and Brian are reigniting their rage as they revisit the Barbarian! This episode features official content released outside of the 5E Player's Handbook. From elemental influence to raging instead of dying, there's plenty to left to talk about. Talking Points: Feel The Storm, 2 Hit Point Theory, Water World Style, Eye Burns From Magma Blood, Rage For Your God, Ready To Rise, On Spikey Boi, Front Porcupine, Rage Reflavor, Sanosuke The Stormblade <br
Jan 1, 2018 · 50 min
Monster Mythos: Giants - The Dungeoncast Ep.61
Will and Brian are tackling what could possibly be their biggest topic yet. They're covering everything from Maat to Maug for the main core of D&D Giants this week on The Dungeoncast! Talking Points: Stacking Shaqs, Large Genealogy, Respect Thy Ordning, The Maat The Maug And The Ugly, You Have Found A Runestone!, The Biggest Death, Eating The Most Pica, Sky World Dreams, Heat Is Too Hot, Subjugating The Maug, Most Likely To Mage, Storm > Other Things  Check Out th
Dec 26, 2017 · 29 min
Deities and Demigods: The Raven Queen - The Dungeoncast Ep.60
The Raven Queen is one of the newest and most popular power players in D&D. Will and Brian are talking all about her authority over death, fate, and the cold bite of winter this week on The Dungeoncast! Talking Points: Gothic Sheek, That New New, Davy Jones, That Smooth Bubonic, Getting Rid Of Nerull, Here To Make You Die, The Ongoing Beef, Servants Of Death/Undeath, Terminator Style Home Brew  Check Out the <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/the-dungeoncast"><str
Dec 18, 2017 · 46 min
Class Breakdown: Multiclassing - The Dungeoncast Ep.59
What are Will and Brian up to this week on The Dungeoncast? Multiclassing! Pick up some tips and trick while we run you through what's possible when you mix your favorite D&D super powers together! Talking Points: The Double Edged Sword, Diversified, Frontloading/Drawbacks, One One Time, Your Average Peasant, Magical Fractions, Unlocking Hidden Potential, The Best Part, John Constantine, Mashing Superpowers, Bad Blends, On That Creep  Check Out the <a href="https://t
Dec 11, 2017 · 50 min
D&D Q&A 1,000 Subscribers Celebration - The Dungeoncast Ep.58
Will and Brian say thanks to all the special folks who helped raise us up past the 1,000 subscriber mark on YouTube! To do that they are taking YOUR questions at random and answering them this week on The Dungeoncast! Talking Points: Budget Castle, The Great Homebrew Race, Artifice Me, Strongbears & Stormblades, Elemental Eternity, The Post Apocalyptic Spaghetti Western Space Opera In Feudal Japan, Alternate Timeline Scenarios, Which Edition, Looking Within, Story Through Class Options&nb