About this episode

The episode discusses how the classification of monsters in D&D can assist Dungeon Masters in various aspects of gameplay.

This week we’re cracking open the long list of monsters to discuss how the typing of monsters can help Dungeon Masters. This classification system, although at times arbitrary, can lend itself to a variety of advantages. From worldbuilding to encounter creation, from lore dropping to character backstories… we’re going to cover it all! Music by Epidemic SoundUse our Link to check out Epidemic Sound for all your music and sound effect needs. Gang, this has changed the game for us! Epidemic Sound Link And remember to give us 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AND a positive review! This helps us so much, so tell your friends! We have VIDEO now! Subscribe to our YouTube to see the podcast! And other content! --------------------------- And CLICK HERE to find links to our Patreon, Discord, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, Instagram, and more! Email us at Soyouwannabeadm@gmail.com WE HAVE MERCH! Click the link above!

People in this episode

Hosts: Taylor, Justin

Topics covered

• monster types
• D&D
• Dungeon Masters
• worldbuilding
• encounter creation
• character backstories

Keywords

• Dungeons and Dragons
• monsters
• game mechanics
• worldbuilding
• encounters
• lore
• character development

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