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To Stand Out, This TTRPG Podcast Network Chose The Risky Route Of Avoiding D&D
The Glass Cannon Network, a prominent actual play podcast network since 2015, has differentiated itself by avoiding Dungeons & Dragons and focusing on other tabletop roleplaying games like Pathfinder, Blades in the Dark, and Call of Cthulhu. Co-founder Troy Lavallee explains this strategy aims to stand out in a crowded market dominated by D&D content. The network is currently touring with a live Call of Cthulhu show to increase brand awareness.
One Of My Favorite TTRPGs Is Kicking Butt On Kickstarter
The tabletop role-playing game Nimble, originally a D&D 5e ruleset, has evolved into its own system and is currently exceeding its Kickstarter goals for a reprint and expansion. Designer Evan Diaz highlights the system's speed and simplicity, with new content including a monster book, creator's kit, and additional character classes like the Artificer and Psion. Diaz emphasizes a focus on maintaining the system's scope and avoiding complexity creep as it grows.