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036: Switching to GM-less Play: Your Next Adventure!

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#36 - For some gamers, playing games with a GM is the only type of Tabletop RPG they’ve ever known. When your eyes are opened to the flexibility, and shared participation of GM-less games, it’s easy to want to give a GM-less game a go. But how do you make the transition from a GM-led Game to a GM-less Game? It’s easier than you think.
 
Episodes Mentioned:
Episode 35 - Top 5 Best GM-Less TTRPGs - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/035-top-5-best-gm-less-ttrpgs 
Games Mentioned During the Episode:
We Three Kings (PDF) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/279770/we-three-kings?affiliate_id=4263376
Fiasco 2E (Multiple Formats) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/335287/fiasco?affiliate_id=4263376
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035: Top 5 Best GM-Less TTRPGs

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🎲 Free 15-Minute Strategy Call – GM Coaching
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#35 - Tabletop RPGs with no Game Master are growing in popularity. The role of the GM can be a pain point for some groups possibly due to scheduling issues, GM burnout, or just plain curiosity about new ways to play where everyone at the table participates equally. In this episode, Clint takes a look at 5 of the Top GM-less games and who might enjoy them.
Resourced Mentioned:
Clint’s Reddit Post - https://www.reddit.com/r/rpg/comments/1j44tsu/can_you_rank_your_top_5_gmless_ttrpgs_from_15/ 
Review of Polaris (By Aaron Stone) - https://www.rpg.net/reviews/archive/12/12354.phtml 
Review of the Quiet Year (By Shelby “DJ” Babb) - https://www.rpg.net/reviews/archive/15/15874.phtml
Review of Fiasco 2E Box Set - https://gnomestew.com/fiasco-review/ 
Ironsworn Review (Jared Rascher) - https://gnomestew.com/ironsworn-review/
Ironsworn Starforged Review (Jared Rascher) - https://gnomestew.com/ironsworn-review/
Previous Episodes Mentioned:
009: Should I play with a Gamemaster or go GM-less? - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/009-should-i-play-with-a-gamemaster-or-go-gm-less 
0018: Don't be Scared of Horror - With Ken Hite - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/018-dont-be-scared-of-horror-why-you-should-give-the-horror-ttrpg-genre-a-chance-with-kenneth-hite 
Games Mentioned During the Episode:
Polaris - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/184944/polaris-rpg-core-rulebook-1-english?affiliate_id=4263376 
The Fall of Magic - https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/fall-of-magic-revised-edition/?v=0b3b97fa6688 
The Quiet Year - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/110152/the-quiet-year?affiliate_id=4263376 
Fiasco 2E - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/335287/fiasco?affiliate_id=4263376 
Ironsworn - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/238369/ironsworn?affiliate_id=4263376 
Ironsworn Starforged - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/391653/ironsworn-starforged?affiliate_id=4263376 
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034: Which Tabletop RPG is a Good Fit for Your Gaming Group? - With Craig Shipman

Free RPG Quiz - Find a Good Fit RPG for your Gaming Group:
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There are SO many Tabletop RPGs you can choose from it can be overwhelming which one to pick. But this may be the most important thing you do as a GM. In this episode, Craig Shipman of Third Floor Wars - Tabletop Talk helps Clint hone in on three main considerations when choosing a game to play.
What does a good fit game look like for the GM?
What does a good fit game look like for the Players?
Are there differences between playing in person or online?
Other Helpful Episodes or Podcasts Mentioned:
CTG Episode 16 - Keep Your Eye on the Ball - How to Play to Your Strengths During a Tabletop Roleplaying Game, With Robin D. Laws - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/016-keep-your-eye-on-the-ball-how-to-play-to-your-strengths-during-a-tabletop-roleplaying-game-with-robin-d-laws 
CTG Episode 18 - Don’t be Scared of Horror - Why you should give horror TTRPG genre a chance, with Kenneth Hite - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/018-dont-be-scared-of-horror-why-you-should-give-the-horror-ttrpg-genre-a-chance-with-kenneth-hite 
CTG Episode 31 - Master Storytelling Like J.R.R. Tolkien - Lessons from Lord of the Rings with Aaron Airmet - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/031-master-storytelling-like-jrr-tolkien-lessons-from-lord-of-the-rings-with-aaron-airmet
The Final Girls: A Horror Film Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-final-girls-a-horror-film-podcast/id1484614975
Books to Level Up Your Game Master Skills:
Lazy Dungeon Master (Paperback) - https://amzn.to/4hThN7T 
Return of the Lazy Dungeon Master (Paperback) - https://amzn.to/3EW1AQD 
The Ultimate Guide to 5 Room Dungeons (PDF & Softcover) https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/303020/the-ultimate-guide-to-5-room-dungeons?affiliate_id=4263376 
Mothership: Warden’s Operations Manual (PDF) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/484223/mothership-warden-s-operations-manual?affiliate_id=4263376 
Honorable Mentions:
Feeding the Monster - Why Horror Has a Hold on Us (Hardback) - https://amzn.to/3Qz3pFF
Tabletop Games Mentioned:
Blades in the Dark (PDF + Softcover) https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/170689/blades-in-the-dark?src=hottest_filtered&keyword=Blades%20in%20the%20dark&affiliate_id=4263376 
Shadow Run: Sixth World (PDF) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/460386/shadowrun-sixth-world-core-rulebook-city-edition-berlin?src=newest_recent&affiliate_id=4263376 (Not the Oldman version Craig mentioned )
Ironsworn: Starforged (PDF) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/391653/ironsworn-starforged?affiliate_id=4263376 
Lancer Core Book: First Edition - https://massif-press.itch.io/corebook-pdf?ac=DpvFD5gDjhHDp 
TMNT and Other Strangeness - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/palladiumbooks/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-and-other-strangeness
The Terminator RPG (PDF) - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/398327/the-terminator-rpg?src=hottest_filtered&affiliate_id=4263376
Burning Wheel Gold Revised - (Multiple Formats) https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/448187/burning-wheel-gold-revised?affiliate_id=4263376 
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033: Remember Names - Don’t be a Doofus, It Matters!

Why does it matter if you remember names when playing Tabletop Games? Clint shares why he believes it CRUCIAL for the long-term health of your game.
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🛠️Upcoming Workshops: Greenfield, WI - Board Game Barrister - Tabletop 101: Gaming Workshop, February 22nd - Click Link below to Register:
https://iubhalb60by.typeform.com/to/Us19G2dL?utm_source=xxxxx
Resources mentioned during episode:
How to Win Friends and Influence People By Dale Carnegie (Paper Back) - https://amzn.to/4jOUAoS
CTG Episode 31 - Master Storytelling Like J.R.R. Tolkien - Lessons from Lord of the Rings with Aaron Airmet - https://claimtogamepodcast.com/episode/031-master-storytelling-like-jrr-tolkien-lessons-from-lord-of-the-rings-with-aaron-airmet
Virtual Tabletops to Consider to Stay Organized:
Foundry VTT - https://foundryvtt.com/purchase/
Fantasy Grounds VTT - https://www.fantasygrounds.com/home/FantasyGroundsUnity.php
Roll20 VTT - https://roll20.net/
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032: Imposter Syndrome Sucks for Game Masters

Have ever felt Imposter Syndrome when considering running  your very own Tabletop RPG for your friends or family? Imposter Syndrome - a psychological experience where people feel like they are frauds or incompetent, even though they have evidence of their success. If you suffer or have suffered from Imposter Syndrome, this episode may just find the cure.
Upcoming Workshops:
Greenfield, WI - Board Game Barrister - Tabletop 101: Gaming Workshop, February 22nd - Click Link below to Register:
https://iubhalb60by.typeform.com/to/Us19G2dL?utm_source=xxxxx
Resources mentioned during episode:
The Miracle Morning By Hal Elrod (Hardcover) - https://amzn.to/4jxpIJh
Free Tabletop RPG Quiz - https://claim-to-game-podcast.kit.com/68d7675f14
NYE Imposter Syndrome Buster Worksheet - https://bonus.claimtogamepodcast.com/impostergm
Games mentioned during episode:
Dungeons & Dragons 5E - Starter Set - https://amzn.to/4gqB7ba
D&D 2024 Core Bundle Roll20 VTT - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/484703/pre-order-d-d-2024-core-roll20-bundle?src=also_purchased&affiliate_id=4263376
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031: Master Storytelling Like J.R.R. Tolkien - Lessons from Lord of the Rings- With Aaron Airmet

In this episode Aaron Airmet of the Lore of the Rings Podcast will help you appreciate JRR Tolkien’s gift as a master storyteller. Together, he and Clint identify what we can learn from Grandpa Tolkien to make our own games epic!
One Ring 2E Quickstart Guide and More!
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Resources mentioned during episode:
Ringspodcast.com/2 - Light and Life: The Two Trees of Valinor; of Elves, Men, Dwarves, Ents, and Eagles
Ringspodcast.com/95 -What Makes A Good Story |Tolkien "On Fairy Stories"
Ringspodcast.com/185 - Frodo Meets Strider | Tolkien's Fellowship of the Ring | Book 1 Chapter 9 Part 2
Connect with Aaron Airmet & the Lore of the Rings Podcast:
Social - Threads
Website - https://www.ringspodcast.com/ 
Contact Aaron - https://www.ringspodcast.com/contact/
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030: Stop Overthinking - How ‘Good Enough’ Unlocks More TTRPG Fun

French Enlightenment philosopher Voltaire is often attributed to coining the phrase, “Don’t let perfect be the enemy of the good.” This Italian proverb reminds us to not overthink when it comes to planning and playing our tabletop games. In this episode, Clint will explore actionable steps to enjoy more by doing less when it comes to playing Tabletop RPGs.
***Save Your Seat! - Milwaukee In-Person Tabletop 101: Gaming Workshop, January 25th, 2025
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Resources mentioned during episode:
Episode 29 - The Problem with Scheduling Games - Click Here
Free Tabletop RPG Quiz - Click Here
Games mentioned during episode:
City of Mist RPG - Players Guide (Hardback) - Click Here
City of Mist RPG - Players Guide (PDF) - Click Here
City of Mist RPG - Master of Ceremonies (Hardback) - Click Here
City of Mist RPG - Master of Ceremonies (PDF) - Click Here
Fantasy Flights Star Wars RPG - Age of Rebellion (Hardcover) - Click Here
Fantasy Flights Star Wars RPG - Edge of Empire (Hardcover) - Click Here
Fantasy Flights Star Wars RPG - Force and Destiny (Hardcover) - Click Here
Ironsworn Starforged - Deluxe Edition (Hardcover) - Click Here
Ironsworn: Starforged - (PDF) - Click Here
Ironsworn - (Hardcover + PDF) - Click Here
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029: The Problem with Scheduling Games

What is the number one problem repeated time and time again in all TTRPG communities? The problem that keeps folks from getting together and playing the games they love. Scheduling. Is there a solution to this number 1 obstacle? In this episode, Clint is determined to find out.
Resources mentioned during episode:
The Game Scheduling Checklist - Click Here
Episode 25 - Top 3 Secrets Art of the Cool Pitch - Click Here
Reddit Post - The Problem of Scheduling Games - Click Here
Board Game Area - Click Here
Games mentioned during episode:
Pathfinder 2E Remaster Core Books (Hardback) - Click Here
Pathfinder 2E Beginner Box (Roll20 VTT) - Click Here
Tales of Yawning Portal Hardcover  (Includes White Plume Mountain) - Click Here
Tales of Yawning Portal Roll20 VTT (Includes White Plume Mountain) - Click Here
Fantasy Flights Star Wars RPG - Age of Rebellion (Hardcover) - Click Here
Fantasy Flights Star Wars RPG - Edge of Empire (Hardcover) - Click Here
Fantasy Flights Star Wars RPG - Force and Destiny (Hardcover) - Click Here
Goblin Quest RPG - Softcover Book - Click Here
Goblin Quest RPG - PDF Version - Click Here
Honey Heist - PDF Version - Click Here
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