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Each week, Aaron Catano-Saez and Jeff Stormer take a listener-submitted prompt and spin it into an original fantasy character. Tweet us a character prompt: @AMFC_Podcast Email us a character prompt: [email protected]
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The Level Up Your Gaming Podcast is a tabletop RPG podcast. Assisting GM's DM's and Players, the Level Up Your Gaming Podcast is here to help you take your games to the next level. Each Wednesday your hosts, Aaron and Josh, talk about a new topic to help you improve your tabletop role playing games. You can email us your questions, comments, and episode suggestions at [email protected] Follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/LevelUpYourGamingAlso leave us a revie ...
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Let's Make A One Shot: A Date With Destiny
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In today's episode we continue our series of Let's Make A One Shot. The game we make a one shot for comes from the prompt A Date With Destiny. We describe all the details you would need to consider to pull this one shot off. Enjoy this episode as we make a one shot using the tools we talk about. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thought…
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In today's episode we talk about Murdering Your Player Characters To Make Them Better. Why would you actively murder your player characters? What lessons are learned by doing this? How does it change the direction of your games? What does it do for future games? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Le…
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In today's episode we talk about Adjusting Difficulty On The Fly. How do you adjust difficulty on the fly? Why would you want to adjust difficulty in your game? What are some good rules to follow when adjusting your game? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, …
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Making Better Homebrew Items And Monsters
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In today's episode we talk about Making Better Homebrew Items And Monsters. What makes good homebrew items and monsters? Why do you want homebrew items? How do you make better items? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at levelupyourgamingpodcast…
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In today's episode we talk about Setting Up A Space To Play. How do we set up a good play space? What should we focus on? will this cost me a lot of money? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at [email protected] or Follow us on …
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Episode Notes Welcome, Junior Wizards! That's right. We have done it. in a little over a half hour we have condensed the most important lore details about the world of AMFC into one piece of audio! We feel confident that with this nerdy info in hand, you can feel comfortable to jump in and enjoy AMFC at your leisure! <3 This podcast is powered by P…
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In today's episode we continue our series of Let's Make A One Shot. The game we make a one shot for comes from the prompt Grave Peril. We describe all the details you would need to consider to pull this one shot off. Enjoy this episode as we make a one shot using the tools we talk about. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at lev…
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In today's episode we talk about How To Write A Character Arc. What makes a good character arc? How do you make them meaningful? How do you mix them into the other players at the table to keep everyone engaged? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts…
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In today's episode we continue our series of Let's Make A One Shot. The game we make a one shot for comes from the prompt Dungeons And Dine. We describe all the details you would need to consider to pull this one shot off. Enjoy this episode as we make a one shot using the tools we talk about. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts …
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In today's episode we talk about Daggerheart campaign frames. What are campaign frames? How can they be used to improve game planning? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at [email protected] or Follow us on Facebook and engage w…
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In today's episode we talk about how to use excessive detail to improve your games. Why use extra detail in your games? What tools can you use to create this detail? What areas of detail should you focus on? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at…
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In today's episode we talk about how make games less epic. Why would you want a less epic game? How do you not slip into epic? Can less epic games make for something epic down the line? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at levelupyourgamingpodc…
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In today's episode we talk about how to fight the Gods. How do you fight beings that are beyond your characters power? How can you beat something unstoppable? What other options are there to win an unwinnable fight? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or tho…
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Let's Make A One Shot: Labyrinth Of Leviathans
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In today's episode we continue our series of Let's Make A One Shot. The game we make a one shot for comes from the prompt Labyrinth Of Leviathans. We describe all the details you would need to consider to pull this one shot off. Enjoy this episode as we make a one shot using the tools we talk about. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or tho…
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In today's episode we talk about using a theme to design your story. Why use a theme for game design? How does using a theme help you stay focused? What are other benefits of using a theme? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at levelupyourgaming…
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202. The Sanguine Moon: Vampires in Fantasy (feat. Dillin Apelyan)
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Episode Notes Welcome, Junior Wizards!This week, we are joined by the incredible Dillin Apelyan (mirror your pronouns) to finally decide what the heck vampires are in the world of All My Fantasy Children! Dare to make a pact with the Jilted Lover? Why not, childe of the stars? Do you fear the Sanguine Moon? Link to everything Dillin!https://superdi…
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How To Create Boundaries In Story Creation
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In today's episode we talk about creating boundaries in story creation. How do you put boundaries in story creation? Why should you put boundaries up? What happens without boundaries in story creation? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at level…
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In today's episode we talk about consuming new media for game ideas. What are various types of media we can pull from? What are some examples of things we've watched? What can we learn from these different types of media? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, …
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In today's episode we talk about ending a game off that's the rails. How do you end a game that's off the rails? How does a game get into this state? How can you avoid going off the rails? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at levelupyourgamingp…
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Let's Make A One Shot: A Field Guide To Whiskey
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In today's episode we continue our series of Let's Make A One Shot. The game we make a one shot for comes from the prompt A Field Guide To Whiskey. We describe all the details you would need to consider to pull this one shot off. Enjoy this episode as we make a one shot using the tools we talk about. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or th…
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In today's episode we talk about the spy craft game. What is a spy craft game? What makes a good spy craft game? What are things to consider in a spy craft game? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at [email protected] or Follow …
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In today's episode we talk about retcon. What is retcon? Why should you not use retcon? Is there a reason to retcon at all? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at [email protected] or Follow us on Facebook and engage with us at h…
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201. The Walden: Can "The Ultimate Fantasy Character Creator" Create... A Boat?
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Episode Notes Welcome, Junior Wizards!This week, we will be using Jeff Stormer, yes THE Jeff Stormer's book, The Ultimate Fantasy Character Creator: From Origin Story to Character Voice, Everything You Need to Develop Original Fantasy Characters to create... a boat? This episode was mixed and edited by Rob Abrazado Grab a copy of The Ultimate Fanta…
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In today's episode we talk about bad game ideas. What are bad game ideas? Why are they bad? How can we avoid ideas like this? Why do we try to run bad games from time to time? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at levelupyourgamingpodcast@gmail.…
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Let's Make A One Shot: Wisper's Of The Vanishing Rabbit
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In today's episode we continue our series of Let's Make A One Shot. The game we make a one shot for comes from the prompt Wisper's Of The Vanishing Rabbit. We describe all the details you would need to consider to pull this one shot off. Enjoy this episode as we make a one shot using the tools we talk about. Leave us an email for feedback, question…
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In today's episode we talk about religion in games. What role does religion play in your game? What can religion offer to your game? What are some good stories to run around religion? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at levelupyourgamingpodcas…
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In today's episode we talk about romance in games. How do you do romance in games? What are some systems that work well for romance? What are some boundries? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at [email protected] or Follow us o…
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200. The Untold Story of Ross Brighttower
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Episode Notes Welcome, Junior Wizards, to Episode 200!Join Jeff and Aaron for a very special episode, as they create the greatest hero in Fantasy's history.For Sean. This episode was mixed and edited by Rob Abrazado. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
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In today's episode we talk about the bait and switch in games. What is a bait and switch game? Why would I change the game after establishing an old one? What are the downsides? What are the upsides? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at levelup…
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In today's episode we talk about resource management. How should I handle resources? Why should I keep track or resources? When should I ignore resources? What are better ways to track resources? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at levelupyour…
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Let's Make A One Shot: Archive Of Lost Things
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In today's episode we continue our series of Let's Make A One Shot. The game we make a one shot for comes from the prompt Archive Of Lost Things. We describe all the details you would need to consider to pull this one shot off. Enjoy this episode as we make a one shot using the tools we talk about. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thou…
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In today's episode we talk about puzzles your players will like. What puzzles should I use? How do you make ones your players will enjoy? How to get your players to engage with the puzzles? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at levelupyourgaming…
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In today's episode we talk about your gaming music. What music is good for games? Why do we use music in games? Can it be distracting? When do you not want music in your games? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at levelupyourgamingpodcast@gmail…
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Episode Notes Welcome, Junior Wizards!In this episode, join us as we create the ore refining city of Smeltings and learn of the local hero, Mr. Buddy Barkles! Compass Stone, for when you need to find your way. This episode was mixed and edited by Rob Abrazado. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
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Let's Make A One Shot: Mysteries In Monochrome
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In today's episode we continue our series of Let's Make A One Shot. The game we make a one shot for comes from the prompt Mysteries In Monochrome. We describe all the details you would need to consider to pull this one shot off. Enjoy this episode as we make a one shot using the tools we talk about. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or tho…
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In today's episode we talk about turning your one shot into a campaign. How do you take a one shot an turn it into a campaign? Why would you want to turn a one shot into a longer game? Is it better to just link one shots together? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, qu…
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In today's episode we talk about gaming situations that always work. What are game situations that work for all groups? What makes these situations good for all groups? When is it best to use these situations? Why do you need these in your gaming arsenal? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us …
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In today's episode we talk about how to run a city campaign. How do you run a city game? What are the benefits of running a game in a city setting? What are the downsides? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at [email protected] …
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198. All My Spooky Children: Soot and Ash
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Episode Notes Welcome, Junior Wizards!It is nearly time for Halloween, Dear Junior Wizard! Do you feel that horrifying chill in the air? Do you hear the crunch of leaves beneath your feet? Yes, that can only mean it is time for another installment of All My Spooky Children! Join us as we craft the myth of Soot, Ash, and the town of Sidestream. We p…
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Differences Between Antagonists And Villains ft Ken
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In today's episode we difference between an antagonist and villain. What is the difference between an antagonist and a villain? Is there a difference at all? How can we make multiple antagonists within a story. We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts…
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Let's Make A One Shot: Popup Spirit Halloween Store
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In today's episode we continue our series of Let's Make A One Shot. The game we make a one shot for comes from the prompt Popup Spirit Halloween Store. We describe all the details you would need to consider to pull this one shot off. Enjoy this episode as we make a one shot using the tools we talk about. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, o…
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In today's episode, I talk with Ken about terror in role-playing. What makes a story scary? What are different ways to tell a scary story? How do you make a horror story work for your players? What sorts of spooky tales are our personal favorite? We answer all of these questions and more! Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at le…
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In today's episode I discuss Living Worlds with DJ Hird. DJ has been participating and running Living Worlds for some time now and has plenty to say about joining or running these unique games. Specifically, we talk about what it is like to play in one of these games, what it is like to run a session, what the modules look like, what types of playe…
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Returning to Fantasy: Celebrating 8 Years of All My Fantasy Children
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Episode Notes Welcome, Junior Wizards!AMFC has returned for our 8 year anniversary! Join Jeff and Aaron as they welcome listeners olde and new back to the magical world of All My Fantasy Children! This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
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In today's episode we discuss Virtual Tabletops and different Tabletop Role-playing systems with our good friend John. He is a member of the Tuesday game that Josh sometimes runs. He lives out of state in Ohio and games with us virtually, so he has specific feelings about the how the different systems are represented in the virtual world of online …
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In today's episode I talk about politics in your stories. I try to take a look at how you can make a game using political systems and give your placers choices that are political in nature. Can you get your players more engaged if the options they need to choose from are morally gray? What types of governments can we use to make interesting stories…
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Let's Make A One Shot: Zombies Ate My Neighbors
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In today's episode we continue our series of Let's Make A One Shot. The game we make a one shot for comes from the title of a fantastic Super Nintendo Game, "Zombies Ate My Neighbors". We describe all the details you would need to consider to pull this one shot off. Enjoy this episode as we make a one shot using the tools we talk about. Leave us an…
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In today's episode we discuss games in a rural setting. What are the benefits of the rural setting? What makes a rural game so inviting and interesting? How can you get your players invested in the wilds? What types of stories can you tell in places where the people are sparse? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in tod…
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In today's episode we discuss making shorter stories. Why make shorter stories? What are the benefits to this methodology? Can you weave narrative through multiple short stories? How can you be effective with short stories? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions…
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In today's episode we continue our series of Let's Make A One Shot. The game we make a one shot for comes from the prompt Potion Commotion. We describe all the details you would need to consider to pull this one shot off. Enjoy this episode as we make a one shot using the tools we talk about. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts a…
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