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EP 30 - ENCOUNTER DESIGN #1: THE ESCAPE ROOM!
#ultimateeffortshow #dnd #rpg
In this video, Alex and Joe engage in ROOOOOOOM DESIIIIGGGNNNN!!! In this first of a series discussing ENCOUNTER DESIGN, we break down one of the key encounters for any game, THE ESCAPE, including the BASIC COMPONENTS, COMPLICATIONS, and tons of EXAMPLES from real games. We hope you find the advice valuable, and as always, thank you for spending your time with us.
Don't forget to check out the video that started it all, 3 ENCOUNTERS TO START YOUR CAMPAIGN:
ua-cam.com/video/AIFxPXlTzlQ/v-deo.html
And don't forget to give Runehammer some love:
www.runehammer.online/
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EP 29 - ICRPG ALIENS! (actual play)
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#ultimateeffortshow #dnd #icrpg #aliens Ever wanted to see Index Card RPG (ICRPG) in action? What about Aliens and Colonial Marines?!?? Well, boy do we have the episode for you!!! Join Dennis, Joe, Chuck, and Alex as they take on tons of never-ending Xenomorphs! In this actual play, we showcase how simple it is to use ICRPG to run any kind of setting or game you want. As you'll see, ICRPG's sim...
EP 28 - HOW TO PLAY EZD6!!!
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#ultimateeffortshow #dnd #runehammer #rpg #questgivers #TheDMsCraft #EZD6 Join Alex and Joe as they: 1) Build a character in EZD6; and 2) Play a short instructional game to teach the basic rules. If you have been thinking about EZD6 at all, or haven't even heard of it in the first place, this video will teach you the basics. Plus, watch Joe, as he struggles in a little adventure called What Gli...
EP 27 - HOTTEST NEW PRODUCT from Runehammer Games! CROWN & SKULL!!!
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#ultimateeffortshow #dnd #icrpg #rpg #runehammer Join Joe and Alex as they perform a Deep Dive on Runehammer's HOTTEST new product, CROWN & SKULL!!! Be sure to grab the FREE Quickstart now, and then make sure you get notified when the book drops. If you like easy rules with fully customizable character creation, then this book is for you. The game includes a vast, perilous world engine; heavy-h...
EP 26 - KILLER INTERVIEW WITH JD!!!
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#ultimateeffortshow #dnd #icrpg #rpg #runehammer JD over at EPIC SLOTH GAMES gives us an exclusive scoop on an upcoming Runehammer project! That's right, he tells all, right here, FIRST! Find out how JD got started in gaming, his favorite RPG, and whether or not he's a murder hobo! Stick around for this one, because JD is a super cool cat. You can purchase JD's epic ICRPG expansion, The Waste I...
EP 25 - Adding TIME PRESSURE to your D&D Game!
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#ultimateeffortshow #dnd #icrpg #rpg #runehammer If you want to make your games compelling, you must add TIME PRESSURE! In this week's episode, Alex and Joe talk all about TIMERS, the types of TIMERS, and ways TIME PRESSURE can be used to propel action in your games. Trust us, you will want this DM TOOL in your toolbox. Don't forget to give Runehammer some love: www.runehammer.online/ Questions...
EP 24 - COLOSSAL CONVERSATION WITH BARON DE ROPP!!!
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#ultimateeffortshow #dnd #dungeonmasterpiece #rpg #icrpg #runehammer Have you ever wanted to know how BARON DE ROPP got started in gaming? Or, have you wondered how he started his UA-cam Channel, DUNGEON MASTERPIECE? Or, what he despises about 5e? Or, HIS FAVORITE GAMING SYSTEM?!?? The answers may seriously surprise you! If you have a long commute, sit down, buckle up, and join Alex, Joe, and T...
EP 23 - How to make a BELOVED character for your next D&D game!
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#ultimateeffortshow #dnd #rpg #icrpg #runehammer In this episode, join Alex and Joe as they break down the TOP FIVE ways to make your character BELOVED in your next D&D or RPG game. Do you ever focus on the *character* of the character? Hey, there's nothing more to say than that! Watch it! And, get out there, make a beloved character, and may you always roll ULTIMATE. And don't forget to give R...
EP 22 - HOW TO PLAY SHADOWDARK!
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#shadowdark #arcanelibrary #dnd #icrpg Today, its EVERYTHING YOU NEED to play SHADOWDARK! Join Alex and Joe as they break down character creation and all of the core mechanics from the player and DM side of the game. Alex makes a level 1 fighter, Denton, and Joe runs him through a shadow-filled, deep, dark dungeon. Will Denton make it before his torch runs out? Quit reading this and watch the d...
EP 21 - EPIC BUILD A MAGE!
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#ultimateeffortshow #dnd #rpg #icrpg #runehammer In this colossal, epic, magic-fueled episode, Alex and Joe build mages in ICRPG! Check out these killer builds, wild synergies, and fun mechanics that hopefully will make your next session that much mo' betta. As always, thank you for listenting/watching. We know your time is valuable, so thank you for spending it with us! And don't forget to giv...
EP 20 - WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN?!??
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#ultimateeffortshow #dnd #rpg #icrpg #runehammer In this episode, Alex and Joe explain where they have been and what has been happening during the spring "Period of Quietude." Was it Ropers? Was it Owl Bears? Maybe it was the long shadow .... dark. Tune in and find out what these scamps have been up to. Hey! Check us out on Podbean! ultimateeffortshow.podbean.com/ And don't forget to give Runeh...
EP 19 - THE FIVE WAYS TO WIN D&D!!!!
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#ultimateeffortshow #dnd #rpg #icrpg #runehammer We tell YOU how to WIN D&D!!!!!! Hey! Check us out on Podbean! ultimateeffortshow.podbean.com/ And don't forget to give Runehammer some love: www.runehammer.online/ Questions, Comments, Concerns? Email us: ultimateeffortshow@gmail.com
EP 18 - JEREMY LILLEY unlocks the secret of being a good GAMEMASTER!
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#ultimateeffortshow #dnd #rpg #icrpg #runehammer In this episode, join Alex and Joe as they interview Jeremy Lilley, youtuber, game creator, podcaster, and PROFESSIONAL DM! Jeremy tells us the secrets to longstanding groups and being a great GM! We know your time is valuable, so thank you for spending it with us. Hey! Check us out on Podbean! ultimateeffortshow.podbean.com/ The Expedition Engin...
EP 17 - HOW TO PLAY ICRPG!
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#ultimateeffortshow #dnd #rpg #icrpg #runehammer In today's episode, Alex and Joe break down all of the basics of how to play Index Card RPG (ICRPG). Learn all about the core mechanics, including stats, timers, checks, attempts, damage, effort, easy and hard rolls, recovery, dying, and so much more! We teach all of the basics using the one-shot we designed last episode, Tomb of the Skeleton Kin...
EP 16 - How to Build a PRIEST in ICRPG! Plus, How to Build an Adventure in ICRPG!
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#ultimateeffortshow #dnd #rpg #icrpg #runehammer In today's episode, join Alex and Joe as we build Priests in ICRPG. Plus, we design a full adventure, the Tomb of the Skeleton King, encounter by encounter. You don't want to miss this super fun adventure for your table. Join us to learn all of our methodology, tips, tricks, and player and DM considerations. We know your time is valuable, so than...
EP 15 - Epic Interview with LON PRATER!
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EP 15 - Epic Interview with LON PRATER!
EP 14 - 21 EPIC ENCOUNTERS FOR YOUR GAME!
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EP 14 - 21 EPIC ENCOUNTERS FOR YOUR GAME!
EP 13 - THE BEST DICE FOR YOUR RPG!
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EP 13 - THE BEST DICE FOR YOUR RPG!
EP 12 - WE ANNOUNCE THE WINNERS!
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EP 12 - WE ANNOUNCE THE WINNERS!
EP 11 - WE REVIEW YOUR CONTEST ENTRIES!!!
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EP 11 - WE REVIEW YOUR CONTEST ENTRIES!!!
EP 10 - THIEF BUILDS in ICRPG!!! Plus, the NUMBER ONE ENEMY for all DMs!!!
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EP 10 - THIEF BUILDS in ICRPG!!! Plus, the NUMBER ONE ENEMY for all DMs!!!
WIN CUSTOM DICE!!! Time is Running Out!
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WIN CUSTOM DICE!!! Time is Running Out!
EP 9 - DENNIS SMITHSON! ICRPG RONIN! Plus, BUILD A BARD! and DISCRETE SPACES!
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EP 9 - DENNIS SMITHSON! ICRPG RONIN! Plus, BUILD A BARD! and DISCRETE SPACES!
EP 8 - AETHRJAMMR! Build a RANGED FIGHTER! And putting players IN THE ACTION!!
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EP 8 - AETHRJAMMR! Build a RANGED FIGHTER! And putting players IN THE ACTION!!
EP 7 - Killer interview with CHUCK LEMONS! Plus, ULTIMATE ENCOUNTER design contest! Win free dice!
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EP 7 - Killer interview with CHUCK LEMONS! Plus, ULTIMATE ENCOUNTER design contest! Win free dice!
Too Much to Carry?!? CARRYING CAPACITY in ICRPG!
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Too Much to Carry?!? CARRYING CAPACITY in ICRPG!
EP 6 - EPIC DM SCOTTY INTERVIEW!!!
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EP 6 - EPIC DM SCOTTY INTERVIEW!!!
EP 5a - WEEKEND SPECIAL! We answer YOUR QUESTIONS!
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EP 5a - WEEKEND SPECIAL! We answer YOUR QUESTIONS!
EP 5 - FIGHTER CHARACTER BUILDS! And, all about VENUE as a DM!
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EP 5 - FIGHTER CHARACTER BUILDS! And, all about VENUE as a DM!
EP - 4 - BRANDISH GILHELM showcase episode! Runehammer Games! ICRPG, D&D, and the hobby!
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EP - 4 - BRANDISH GILHELM showcase episode! Runehammer Games! ICRPG, D&D, and the hobby!

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @thenovicedm7966
    @thenovicedm7966 Місяць тому

    I am planning my first ShadowDark adventure and intend to use Roll20 (as I've done for 5E campaigns). What method did you use to create/import the TORCH TIMER? I'd love to add that to my presentation. (Also, I'm assuming the GM/DM is the only one that can see it.) What method did you use to create this for your game?

  • @betaraybrad91
    @betaraybrad91 Місяць тому

    Most helpful.

  • @zeromt3577
    @zeromt3577 2 місяці тому

    This was really excellent, fellows. Thanks so much for the demo. The system is easy to read and seems simple, but you really don't get the flavor of it until you see it in action, so I'm really glad you showed off both the character builder and the combat mechanics. I was on the fence, but y'all pushed me over -- just bought my hardback copy (which comes with a free pdf :) I'm pretty sure I understand the different magic rules, but if y'all ever demo those I'll be sure to watch as well.

  • @Melonskull
    @Melonskull 2 місяці тому

    Did you guys upload all of these Shadowdark themed icons and what not on to Roll20 yourselves? I'm new to the site and didn't see anything referencing SD playability. I guess for the character sheets you would have just had to do those manually and not use the ones they provide?

  • @xKingLx
    @xKingLx 3 місяці тому

    This is an underrated episode. This adventure was great to watch.

  • @BobIrving2
    @BobIrving2 3 місяці тому

    Awesome intro! Looking forward to trying ICRPG with my new group this fall. It really helps to see it all acted out like this.

  • @dirkvoltaar
    @dirkvoltaar 3 місяці тому

    Super helpful and super fun! Syne is done, but not be forgotten.

  • @paul-the-pilgrim
    @paul-the-pilgrim 4 місяці тому

    This is really well done, and really helpful as a demonstration. Is there any chance that you guys would do a pt 2 that demonstrates magick and miracles? Both by and against the PCs?

  • @ElderGoblinGames
    @ElderGoblinGames 4 місяці тому

    I've thought the same thing about Burning Wheel for years.

  • @ElderGoblinGames
    @ElderGoblinGames 4 місяці тому

    Glad to see some more dungeon tubers supporting Independent role-playing games!

  • @oKingLexx
    @oKingLexx 4 місяці тому

    I really enjoy solo playing ICRPG. I use set numbers for my difficulty checks based on the task being Easy, Medium, Hard, or Impossible. Does anyone else do this?

  • @shanerose5348
    @shanerose5348 5 місяців тому

  • @timothyperrigoue3997
    @timothyperrigoue3997 6 місяців тому

    I'm an oddball to the RPG hobby. Played Traveller in the early 80's. Never played any Dungeon/Medieval fantasy... I WANT to Play Steampunk . I will only play EZD6... for it's Genre flexibility and Speedy Play, and yes I've been working up a Steampunk Variant. I may even be drawn into a bit of Medieval/Fantasy thanks to EZD6 and DM Scotty. By the way... the 2nd Rat had it too easy! Leif could have Opposed the attack (see Page 13) making it a contest twixt Dwarf vs Rat... main difference is that Leif could spend Karma Opposing the attack.

  • @SweSuf
    @SweSuf 6 місяців тому

    Very nice demo!

  • @loconius
    @loconius 7 місяців тому

    The death saved mechanic, feels almost like the character wasn’t originally supposed to be unconscious or incapacitated. Because attacks against the character cause two failures, it’s almost like it was originally supposed to be something you did in addition to taking your turn, and you could still act (possibly only on a successful save)… I wonder if it would work better as RAW if the character could still act?

  • @morridin8
    @morridin8 7 місяців тому

    Epic with the actual play test

  • @EddieVanShatner
    @EddieVanShatner 7 місяців тому

    Nice play through! Good times.

  • @N0KKENWAITS
    @N0KKENWAITS 7 місяців тому

    What a great interview!

  • @Backfromthedeadguy
    @Backfromthedeadguy 8 місяців тому

    Guys, that was a lot of fun to watch.

  • @samuelk.7608
    @samuelk.7608 8 місяців тому

    This is hands down the best most exiting actual play I’ve seen yet. Also helpful to get an idea of the ICRPG in action. You have a smaller viewership than you deserve.

  • @the-banana-man
    @the-banana-man 8 місяців тому

    I'm new to ICRP and hoping to run something like this. Love the show and excited to see more!

  • @FlintFireforge
    @FlintFireforge 9 місяців тому

    Playing ICRPG for the first time this Friday and this is the best ICRPG learn to play video I've seen. Adding this video to my newsletter. Great job.

  • @GenuineMattyC
    @GenuineMattyC 9 місяців тому

    My dudes - the intro is too long. You've got to whittle that down to under 10 seconds.

  • @ciaranocraobhach
    @ciaranocraobhach 9 місяців тому

    Great work guys!! I really enjoyed the session, super fun and relaxed approach. What VTT tool are you using? Looks brilliant!

    • @OneFootWall
      @OneFootWall 7 місяців тому

      Hey, Joe here. 😁 We used Roll20 for our vtt.

  • @red_wullf
    @red_wullf 9 місяців тому

    Is monster ATK a reduction to PCs DEF score or plus modifier to DEF die roll, and does it matter since the outcome is the same? I want to make sure that a larger ATK number means harder to avoid.

    • @steph8719
      @steph8719 9 місяців тому

      from what i understand ATK is a reduction to DEF score so a +5 atk against 15 DEF - would be then need to roll under 10 to avoid damage

  • @coalcreekdefense8106
    @coalcreekdefense8106 10 місяців тому

    I've got a question about the Ultimate effort bonus on the character sheet. Let's say I have a Priest character who knows the Atom Palm spell, which does Ultimate damage. Would it be more appropriate to apply my Magic effort bonus because it's a spell, or my Ultimate, since it's actually doing Ultimate?

    • @OneFootWall
      @OneFootWall 7 місяців тому

      Hey, Joe here. 😁 In situations like that we let the player use whichever bonus is better.

  • @ArmoredCow
    @ArmoredCow 10 місяців тому

    Hopefully the destroy attrition isn't all that common. Since character advancement is put into the gear and skills permanently losing equipment is very much equivalent to losing levels in other games. I don't think this is a bad thing but, if the character has invested lots of points into the one item that is destroyed that can have the effect of making them much weaker than the other characters. Not to mention it generally just feels really bad for a lot of players when their character loses levels.

    • @TheNiall666
      @TheNiall666 4 місяці тому

      If your gear is "loose" then it would obviously be easier to "lose" it 😅

    • @ArmoredCow
      @ArmoredCow 4 місяці тому

      @@TheNiall666 🫣 I can’t even blame that on autocorrect. At least UA-cam allows edits.

  • @wileydutkiewicz3569
    @wileydutkiewicz3569 10 місяців тому

    Step one: throw it away. Step two: play any other game. PROFIT! Fuck Shadowdark.

  • @lorepastor186
    @lorepastor186 10 місяців тому

    I'm getting ready to run a game and this really helped! Thank you! How did you guys get a timer to show in Roll20?

  • @johnatwood8337
    @johnatwood8337 10 місяців тому

    Well done, guys

  • @Owl_of_Omens
    @Owl_of_Omens 11 місяців тому

    I don't know if your address this later on in the video but at the point where I'm at right now you short change yourself on your hip points and you also Short change yourself on one point for your attack. You get your Constitution modifier on your first level hit points, and you have that weapon master that gives you a plus one to melee or ranged

  • @chrisderhodes7629
    @chrisderhodes7629 11 місяців тому

    So when you have players that have points in jump and players that don’t, how do you handle jump checks? It’s really puzzling and the book doesn’t do a very good job of explaining it. Thanks.

    • @anonymousdonut8308
      @anonymousdonut8308 9 місяців тому

      General rule of thumb: If you have the skill, it means you have a higher threshold of being able to even attempt something Anyone can jump across a small gap, but few can jump across a wide ravine. If you dont have the jump skill, you simply cannot leap across that ravine without some sort of other special circumstance. However, anyone even without the jump skill can jump small chasms. Its up the dm to wisely call for these rolls and tell a player when their character is acting outside of their capability. If you really want to roll an unskilled roll, you could also just havs them roll a 1 or a 2 (10% chance)

  • @VicSicily
    @VicSicily Рік тому

    My kids are going to enjoy this.

  • @BryanSpellman
    @BryanSpellman Рік тому

    Just picked up ICRPG and this was fantastic!!!!! Thank you. A few questions: a) what VTT did you use? b) Will do you another with a spellcaster? c) did you create a pdf or something of Tomb of the Skeleton King?

    • @juauke
      @juauke 10 місяців тому

      a) Looks like Roll20 IINM b) and c) 🤷

  • @samuelteare8160
    @samuelteare8160 Рік тому

    Great break down of different escape room designs.

  • @LawsonPhoenix89
    @LawsonPhoenix89 Рік тому

    Room Design!!!!

  • @anaisbir
    @anaisbir Рік тому

    Amazing walkthrough by two ICRPG Masters, thank you, Gentlemen! 💯

  • @OldFive31
    @OldFive31 Рік тому

    Great job explaining

  • @kurga9790
    @kurga9790 Рік тому

    Thx for the vid, as many other rules in C&S, attrition is not a new mechanic, it existed in Torchbearer for instance, Crown and Skulls authors just cranked it to 11.

  • @francescopace7079
    @francescopace7079 Рік тому

    This warhammer rules

  • @mavfan21
    @mavfan21 Рік тому

    Love this, but a small quibble, the music gets a bit loud during action scenes.

    • @alexalvarez5695
      @alexalvarez5695 Рік тому

      I appreciate the feedback. Like anything new, there are always a couple of tweaks to be made. Noted!

    • @mavfan21
      @mavfan21 Рік тому

      @@alexalvarez5695 I look forward to the next one! You inspired me to run my own session. I love how fast ICRPG mechanics flow.

  • @xStormbloodx
    @xStormbloodx Рік тому

    This has been an absolute joy to watch! man... this really makes me want to play in one of Alex's GI Joe games too

  • @Smittumi
    @Smittumi Рік тому

    Short 4 minute intro and the first timer gets rolled! No fucking around! LETS GOOOO!

  • @Smittumi
    @Smittumi Рік тому

    Love to see some AP from the boys.

  • @xStormbloodx
    @xStormbloodx Рік тому

    Only about 45 min in but this is killer!

  • @NemoOhd20
    @NemoOhd20 Рік тому

    Love love love Kelsey and love UE.

  • @NemoOhd20
    @NemoOhd20 Рік тому

    you da bomb

  • @NemoOhd20
    @NemoOhd20 Рік тому

    cool stuff.

  • @pyrix137
    @pyrix137 Рік тому

    Took me 3 days to burn through this video. Totally worth it. Any plans to do a combat playthrough video? I think it would be super useful to see attrition in action!

    • @OneFootWall
      @OneFootWall Рік тому

      Keep your eyes open for a How-To Crown & Skull coming down the pipeline. We'll definitely be doing one in the same style as our previous videos in the How-To series (ICRPG, Shadowdark, and EZD6). Thanks for watching!

  • @sharipaynter5075
    @sharipaynter5075 Рік тому

    Very informative dudes. Thanks for the show!