Frederica TeatherThese are 6 lessons I learnt after 100 sessions of Draw Steel (the MCDM/Matt Colville RPG). 1 year ago I ran for the first time, and from there I have been smashing my head against the bad habits I learnt while DMing Dungeons and Dragons. If you can relate to that, or your a new director, this video will be useful to you :D
Chapters 00:13 That’s how I did it in D&D 01:14 Rewards are important 02:10 Failing is not a TPK 03:18 The Hearos are OP 04:40 Don’t be kind 05:46 When to negotiate 07:08 Thank you all so much
I ran Draw Steel 100 times in a year, heres what I wish I knew.Frederica Teather2026-04-17 | These are 6 lessons I learnt after 100 sessions of Draw Steel (the MCDM/Matt Colville RPG). 1 year ago I ran for the first time, and from there I have been smashing my head against the bad habits I learnt while DMing Dungeons and Dragons. If you can relate to that, or your a new director, this video will be useful to you :D
Chapters 00:13 That’s how I did it in D&D 01:14 Rewards are important 02:10 Failing is not a TPK 03:18 The Hearos are OP 04:40 Don’t be kind 05:46 When to negotiate 07:08 Thank you all so much
Artist: http://audionautix.com 72 subs at time of uploadI ran a D&D Sandbox to prove its easy (I was wrong)Frederica Teather2026-09-21 | Thanks to Kormael for sponsoring the video! You can check out Whispers of Darkness and Power here: https://isht.ink/J7JnXxQTg.
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If you have any concerns about the workflow, let me know :D
Local Forecast - Slower by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song... License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...I ran a D&D mystery to prove its easyFrederica Teather2026-09-04 | Struggling to learn to run mysteries in D&D, Draw Steel (the MCDM/ Matt Colville RPG), Pathfinder, or any of the many other TTRPGs (Tabletop Role-Playing Games). Today, imma show you how I do it, with real examples, real gameplay, and.... really stupid moments.
100% of footage, graphics and audio are human-made without any help from GenAI. See below for a full list of when and why AI was used in this project.
Thanks to Kormael for sponsoring the video! You can check out the product here: https://isht.ink/J7JnXxQTg.
AI uses: - Adobe Masking tool. These are AI-powered, and I used them throughout the process. For instance, to cut out my lovely face on all of the thumbnails. - Grammarly to spell-check. So my TeXt doesnot emd op leke thes. - YouTube Studio breakdowns of data. Sometimes I like to consult YouTube's AI to see what it thinks. It's sometimes useful, but mostly not. - Music Search, Epidemic Sounds search tools are DOG SHIT, but their AI search is good (NO AI MUSIC)
If you have any concerns about the workflow, let me know.De-influencing you on running D&D - a realistic session 1Frederica Teather2026-08-21 | Struggling to learn to run D&D, Draw Steel (the MCDM/ Matt Colville RPG), Pathfinder, or any of the many other TTRPGs (Tabletop Role-Playing Games). That is because Actual Plays only show you what the DM is thinking.
100% of footage, graphics and audio are human-made without any help from GenAI. See below for a full list of when and why AI was used in this project.
Thanks to Ritehunter for sponsoring the video and giving you guys all 25% of Speak Carefully (if you're here before February next year). Just click the link https://isht.ink/mssTF24hz
AI uses: - I generated around 40 possible titles between June and July before deciding that it's a waste of time (and water). There is a chance that the title of this video could have been from one of these generations (but it's not shit so probably not) - Adobe Masking tool. These are AI-powered, and I used them throughout the process. For instance, to cut out my lovely face on all of the thumbnails. - Grammarly to spell check. So my TeXt doesnot emd op leke thes. - YouTube Studio breakdowns of data. Sometimes I like to consult YouTube's AI to see what it thinks. It's sometimes useful, but mostly not.
If you have any concerns about the workflow, let me know.
If you have any concerns about the workflow, let me know :D
Local Forecast - Slower by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song... License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Fixing the Villain of Their 2-Year-Long Draw Steel GameFrederica Teather2026-07-17 | This week, I sat down with a subscriber, Water, whom I helped solve a major issue with their long-term campaign.
If you have a similar question, come by the Discord and join one of my community calls. If you can't make them in person, patrons can send in questions and watch the recordings back.
Or, if you have a bigger issue you have been stuck on for a while, or you just want a second look at your campaign ideas, you can book one-on-one time with me on my Patreon. I only have space for 2 clients at the moment, but I guarantee that if I can't help you within the hour, if you're not happy, I will give you a full refund.
Music: @masterplannedmusicOverprepping: 7 DM Habits I Thought Were Normal.Frederica Teather2026-07-10 | 7 things I thought were totally normal when I was an overprepper, and now I look back and question how I ever did them. if your a DM, GM or Director for Draw Steel (the MCDM RPG), Daggerheart, Nimble, or Dungeons and Dragons in need of some advice, this is the video for you.
Chapters 00:21 Never reusing Monsters, NPCs or Villains content 01:44 Trying to prep everything the players could do 04:20 Prepping the entire plot before the first session 06:38 Prepping EVERY NPC in a town 07:44 Sandboxing by prepping 5 adventures 10:07 Writing long backstories for every NPC 10:42 Spending 3 hours researching how poisons work.
Music: @masterplannedmusic7 Difficult D&D Lessons I Wish I Knew EarlierFrederica Teather2026-07-03 | This week, we are going over 7 tips I couldn't fit into any other video. If you're a Draw Steel (the MCDM RPG), Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) or any TTRPG (table top role playing game) GM, DM, Ref, or Director (did i get all of the words?), then this video is for you.
Chapters 00:20 two strikes and you're out 01:21 The 3 Ds 02:33 The GM Stack 04:28 Making Clear Rewards 05:42 The B Plot 07:44 3D NPCs 09:28 Taking Notes
Music: @masterplannedmusic
Local Forecast - Slower by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song... License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...This video has more adventure ideas, the more people watch itFrederica Teather2026-06-29 | I wrote 100 adventure/session ideas for Draw Steel (the MCDM RGP), Dungeons and Dragons, Pathfinder or any other Medieval fantasy TTRPG (tabletop role-playing game).
If you want to support my work and ask a question in my weekly Q and A, join the Discord and the Patreon :D
1239 subs at time of upload :DI dont understand the summoner hate?Frederica Teather2026-06-28 | A few weeks ago, I went on the PREMIRE Draw Steal Podcast's@GoblinPoints (less famous) secondary podcast, the Goblin panel. It was a lot of fun, so I got an editor to cut down the podcast for a special extra video this Sunday. Hope you enjoy :D
Music @masterplannedmusic Master Planned MusicWhat sports would be played at a fantasy World CupFrederica Teather2026-06-26 | Sports, but in Draw Steel/D&D and Fantasy!
It does what it says on the tin TBH
This week had no sponsor, so check out my Patreon or Discord. I run a weekly Q and A session on Discord; Patreons get their questions answered first. My Patreon: patreon.com/c/FredericaTeather My Discord: discord.gg/qP8xJt8ayM
1,238 Subs at the time of uploadHow I fixed TTRPG Investigations in under 20 minuets.Frederica Teather2026-06-22 | In this week's running the game... I mean, the Draw Steel video, we are exploring how to run and design explorations for Draw Steel RPG, Dungeons and Dragons, or any other tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG). If you want to learn about exploration, Investigation, mystery design, or schemes, enjoy the video.
This week had no sponsor, so check out my Patreon or Discord. I run a weekly Q and A session in the Discord; Patreons get their questions answered first. My Patreon: patreon.com/c/FredericaTeather My Discord: discord.gg/qP8xJt8ayM
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Chapter 00:00 What are investigations 02:00 What is the common advice 08:23 How to design an investigation.
1,224 Subs at the time of uploadWhat 60 vs 3600 Seconds Does to a Draw Steel MapFrederica Teather2026-06-19 | I don't love the draw steel delian tomb, I have a lot of issues with the entire adventure. Today, we are fixing the first dungeon. First in 60 seconds, then 10 mins, then 1 hour. If you love Draw Steel (the MCDM RPG), D&D or use Inkarnate, this video is for you
1212 subscribers at time of uploadThis Video Will Make Your D&D Magic Items InterestingFrederica Teather2026-06-16 | Magic items have always really annoyed me, they should be so much more amazing! Thanks to the team behind Mythic Treasures they are now!
Chapters 00:00 Magic Items SUCK 00:20 How To Make Them Good 02:07 Interview starts 08:25 Lets make our own adventure
Music: @masterplannedmusicBeginners Guide To Draw SteelFrederica Teather2026-06-13 | This tutorial teaches you how to play your first Draw Steel session. If you're a new Dungeons and Dragons player, or if you're just looking for a new way to make friends. This will show you how to write backstories and create a character sheet. You will learn what the Power Role is, what D10S are and how to fit in with other players at the Drew Steel RPG table. Draw Steel was created by Matt Colvil at MCDM. If you have never played Draw Steel before, then this video will help you learn what you need to know to play your first game of Draw Steel. Making friends is hard, but I have found one way that works pretty well for me! Welcome to the world of Table Top Role Playing Games, Draw Steel, D&D. If you want to make New Friends and Play Draw Steel RPG for the first time, I hope you enjoy the video.
Chapters 0:00 What Is Draw Steel 4:03 ADD: The Withering War 4:58 Why Draw Steel WILL make your friends 08:43 How To Play Draw Steel 12:56 How to Find a Group 14:17 How To Make A Character 35:50 How To Make The Group Like You
Music: @masterplannedmusic
Draw Steel Character Creation, Classes, Draw Steel Codex, Draw Steel Delian TombSame Encounter, Different Systems: D&D vs. Draw SteelFrederica Teather2026-06-06 | This is a slightly silly video about #drawsteel the MCDM RPG and #dnd Dungeons and Dragons. Look, if you enjoy it let me know, it was fun to make, I hope you enjoy it :D
Thanks to @TriglavGames for sponsoring the video, you can find Until the Last Villain Dies here: https://isht.ink/Untill-the-last-villain-dies
Music @masterplannedmusicI Ran Draw Steel 100 Times, Heres How I Stop My Game From Dying.Frederica Teather2026-05-30 | I got worried when I noticed 48% of games die without finishing. I do my best to avoid ranting about how bad most D&D adventures are, and instead focus on ways I can help you :D.
Thanks to @TriglavGames for sponsoring the video, you can find Until the Last Villain Dies here: https://isht.ink/TILCQETgW
And if you have a question for the Q and A, join the discord here: discord.gg/Hr38znJBZN
Chapters: 0:00 a metaphorical tree 0:58 Thanks to Triglav Games. 1:56 What Causes Campaigns To Die? 4:07 How Do We Stop Them From Dying? 5:36 How I Stop My Campaigns From Dying Music: Thanks to @masterplannedmusicI RAN CROWS!Frederica Teather2026-05-26 | I RAN CROWS, the newest RPG from the creators of Draw Steel, @helloMCDM. In this grimdark survival horror game, I come pretty close to killing one of my party.
Do you want to see more like this? Leave a comment down below.
Thank you to Triglav Games for sponsoring the video. You can check out the BackerKit here: https://isht.ink/UntilTheLastVillainDies The Kickstarter includes: - Until the Last Villain Dies: A modular 2nd-echelon adventure to avenge Good King Omund! - Rocks Fall! Dynamic arenas to elevate your combats! - Upper Worlds, Beware! A timescape-themed starter pack! (With a quest!) - Murder of Corvenwights: A crowfolk ancestry, enemy band, and more! (Like a quest!) - Grave Matter: SKELETONS! SPELLGEMS! TRUMPETS??? (And a quest!)
Chapters 00:01 Intro 00:30 #add Thank you to Triglav Games 01:25 What is Crows? 05:02 Post-session thoughts
Thank you to @masterplannedmusic for the songsHow To Fix Boring Combat in Draw SteelFrederica Teather2026-05-23 | My subscribers D&D, Draw Steel/MCDM RPG are boring! And it's my job to help them fix them. In today's video, we will work through two encounters. Each has its own problem. Hope you enjoy.
Music Thank you to @masterplannedmusic Opus One by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 licence. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
986 subs at time of uploadHow to Design a D&D Campaign in 68 minutesFrederica Teather2026-05-16 | Have you ever wanted to design a TTRPG Campaign or adventure for Draw Steel, Dungeons and Dragons or Pathfinder? Then this is the video for you. I am going to teach you how to design an Campaign in 10 evenings. 3 levels of play. You won't even need to do all 10 before you start playing.
I am Frederica, and its my job to turn you from a D&D Dungeon Master into a Draw Steel Director.
If your here from the end of the video, secrets this is the link you need: discord.gg/Hr38znJBZN;D
Here is the tool I used to make the maps: inkarnate.com
Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:52 What system to use? 00:03:00 Evening 1 00:13:50 Evening 2 00:41:41 Evening 3 00:46:00 Evening 4 00:58:00 Evening 5 01:04:00 Evening 6 - 10
-- Music Thank you to @masterplannedmusic Opus One by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 licence. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
950 subs at time of uploadWhat every D&Dtuber gets wrong about Draw SteelFrederica Teather2026-05-11 | I am sick of D&Dtubers missing the elephant in the room when it comes to Draw Steel (The MCDM/mattcolvil RPG). Today I make a stand. If your going to steal the game, steal a good bit!
This is not a drama video, don't be a wangrod to anyone else becuase of what you think I think about other people.
884 subs at time of upload :D7 levels of Draw Steel DirectingFrederica Teather2026-05-04 | What level of Director/DM are you? Have you only started playing this week, or have you been running Dungeons and Dragon, (D&D5e, D&D5.5e) or Draw Steel (the MCDM Matt Colvile RPG) for years.
Artist: http://audionautix.comThe DM Stack is the solution to your Improv issuesFrederica Teather2026-05-01 | Preparing my Draw Steel or D&D game used to be easy; I used to have fun doing it, but now it takes me hours. I want to go back to a time when it was easy and fun. Recently, I came across a video about League of Legends, and it changed how I run, now preparing the Draw Steel (MCDM Matt Colville RPG) or any TTRPG is far easier.
Artist: http://audionautix.com 72 subs at the time of uploadDo you Run like an Experienced DM?Frederica Teather2026-04-26 | This week I ran Draw Steel RPG (the MCDM/Matt Colvile RPG) and recorded the session. In this video, I am going to show you how I ran the session, what went well, what changes I made along the way, and everything you need, to run it yourself. If you want the maps or statblocks from this adventure, it's all on the patreon. patreon.com/FredericaTeather
Thanks to all the players, everyone who played, if you want to play in future videos join my discord here: discord.com/invite/UbbK8MR6Gy
Quizz Questions What would you do as the DM. 1. Count to 10 seconds in your head 2. Ask a player directly 3. Move on the story to avoid the awkward silence
How do you respond when someone says what they want to do? 1. Repeat what they said to add dramatic effect 2. Add in the details of how the NPC react 3. Move onto the next part, nothing else to say here?
Three rounds in the wolf was not winded yet? 1. Just keep going, the stat block is the stat block 2. Worry about it after the fight 3. Reduce the HP mid fight
Your assume say the players spend the night and a player asks what happens if they spend the night? 1. Nothing, you didn't think of anything 2. If you don't stay, the montage test will be harder, but the fight easier 3. You have to spend the night, its to cold out
The players plan assuming the wolf will be baited out, what do you do 1. Stay and protect it, the wolf knows how to win 2. If it was a full prof plan, I wouldn't be able to stop it 3. It has -2 reason, its ok to give the players this one for playing smart
Chapters 00:20 Awkward silence 01:47 DM re-naration 03:24 Pacing 04:55 Custom monster 06:08 No TPKs 08:25 This didn't go well 10:13 Villains who want to win
Quizz Key 1,2,3,2,3How To Set Up Owlbear Rodeo VTT For Draw Steel (RPG) In 2026Frederica Teather2026-04-15 | Not sure how to use Owlbear Rodeo and Discord to play the Draw Steel RPG by MCDM and Matt Colvill? Want help working out what extensions, plugins, and bots you need for Owlbear Rodeo? This video will cut through the noise so you can get what you need.
This video is a beginners guide to Owlbear Rodeo VTT and Discord for new Draw Steel players. In This tutorial you will learn how to play Draw Steel RPG online. This cheap alternative to Draw Steel on Steam (the Codex). If your a New Director, DM or Player looking for a complete guide to Draw Steel on Owlbear or Discord, click here to learn everything you need to about running Draw Steel TTRPG online in 2026. Owlbear Rodeo is better than Foundry VTT, Roll 20, Draw Steel on Steam (The Codex).
Draw Steel, new player, new director, MCDM RPG, Roll 20, Foundry, Artist: http://audionautix.com 70 subs at the time of uploadTowns should be boring.Frederica Teather2026-04-11 | Draw Steel towns should be boring, this will help you engage your players, and making downtime easier in both Draw Steel (the MCDM/Matt Colvile RPG) and Dungeons and Dragons 5e. In this video we will learn how to make Draw Steel Towns and cities and how they help you run downtimes.
If you enjoyed hit the hype button (if its their) or the like if it's not.
@masterplannedmusic for the intro music.
49 subs at time of upload.Every Draw Steel Ancestries RankedFrederica Teather2026-04-08 | I ranked 125 ancestries for Draw Steel RPG, MCDM/Matt Colvile's TTRPG. These are all the Ancestries from the Hero's book, and all 111 Ancestries from the Jam of the Timescape 2.
If you enjoyed the video, subscribe for more Draw Steel!
Chapters: 0:00 All Official Draw Steel Ancestries 7:27 I rant for 3 mins nonstop 9:55 U/F tier Ancestries 12:40 D tier Ancestries 15:20 C tier Ancestries 19:33 B tier Ancestries 21:42 A tier Ancestries 24:15 S tier Ancestries
@masterplannedmusicPrep Draw Steel RPG with me live,Frederica Teather2026-04-06 | Come Prepare with me for my Draw Steel RPG session tonight! I am prepping @mcolville /@helloMCDM RPG after running 150 sessions. I run the Draw Steel on Discord, and Owl Bear Redeo, if you have any questions about that drop them below.
We will be using @inkarnate7021 for the maps.
This is just a chill hangout so don't be mean.
#drawsteel #dnd #mcdm #drawsteelRPG #rpg
@masterplannedmusic if you like the lofi :DFrederica Teather Live StreamFrederica Teather2026-04-05 | ...How to hook your players, the short #drawsteel #dnd #ttrpgFrederica Teather2026-04-02 | You know the dril
Thank you to @masterplannedmusic
#drawsteel #dnd #ttrpgHow Id Hook my players (If I could start over)Frederica Teather2026-04-02 | Hi, This is part one of how to run the Tomb of Gornelle, a 16 victory adventure I ran for Draw Steel.
If you want to see the rest, hit the little bell so YouTube does its job and tells you, otherwise, have a great day :D
Did you read this? please comment if you did I don't know how important they are.
0:00 Behind the waterfall 0:42 The Map 2:40 How to do it 4:17 Trouble Shooters 5:19 Markel Orbero 5:42 Toghon 6:06 Marco Obrero 6:30 Luna 7:12 TW 7:37 Skip here 9:19 Your Own Antagonists 11:12 Marie Gornelle 13:50 How to do it 14:44 Yapping
(Yes I know the numbers are cooked, call it a ranking system not a order and we are good) #drawsteel #ttrpg #dnd5e #dnd
Leagal stuff: @masterplannedmusic - the music st_money3.aiff by stereostereo -- freesound.org/s/124523 -- License: Attribution 4.0 Swishes.wav by Pogotron -- freesound.org/s/60835 -- License: Sampling+The dm should want to win #drawsteel #dndFrederica Teather2026-03-31 | This is the short of the intro of my latest vidoe, check it out with the button on screen
#drawsteel #ttrpg #dnd5e #dndThe DM Should Want To WinFrederica Teather2026-03-30 | Quick Mid week upload folks.
@mcolville video gave me the idea for this one, I hope it awnsers the question.
0:00 Intro 0:15 The Antagonist wants to win 3:07 Do, or do Not, there is no try 4:56 Good things take time, sacrifice, and not believing in the no win scenario 7:15 Outro
@masterplannedmusic #drawsteel #ttrpg #dnd5e #dndMy Number One Tip #drawsteel #dndFrederica Teather2026-03-28 | Hi, this is a short of the start of my latest video, do people read the desciption on shorts?
#rpg #dungeonsanddragons #goblin #dnd5e #ttrpg Master Planned Music - for the song :DThe Best Advice I Wish I Knew Earlier! #dnd #drawsteelFrederica Teather2026-03-28 | Hello peoples.
This weeks video is much shorter, but it is my best bit of advice so I hope that makes up for it :D
As promised MCDM discord: discord.com/invite/mcdm 0:00 The advice. 1:30 Reason 1 why people don't do this. 2:40 Reason 2 why people don't do this. 4:40 How to do this yourself #drawsteel #ttrpg #dnd5e #dnd #goblinHow To Run Your First Draw Steel AdventureFrederica Teather2026-03-21 | How I ran my first Draw Steel adventure, I ran this on April 25th 2025.
Timestamps: 0:00 Intro + Yap 2:51 How I prepped this + Overview 4:00 Start in an adventure giver's office 6:48 Montage test 9:40 First Combat 12:30 Scounts 14:30 Thumbnail castle 21:50 final thoughts
#drawsteel #ttrpg #dnd5e #dnd #goblinThe Red Wall, Episode 2, #drawsteelFrederica Teather2025-09-16 | If you liked the video, let us know. It's our first time doing this.
This is an edited version of a 4-hour session of Draw Steel by MCDM that my friends and I played! ⚔️🔥 I’ve trimmed it down to the highlights so you can jump right into the action without missing the best moments.
We had an absolute blast with this session, and I hope you enjoy watching it as much as we enjoyed playing :D
If you want to catch up, here are the notes from the previous sessions: drive.google.com/file/d/1yhsJHEPHivIGDtH638uzh9zF7y_ktkDE/view?usp=sharing 0:00 Recap 0:20 The hideout 19:49 Mr Orbero's House 38:25 "Talking" with Mr Orbero's House 1:04:50 Meeting MaruaThe Red Wall, Episode 1, #drawsteelFrederica Teather2025-09-05 | If you liked the video, let us know. It's our first time doing this.
This is an edited version of a 4-hour session of Draw Steel by MCDM that my friends and I played! ⚔️🔥 I’ve trimmed it down to the highlights so you can jump right into the action without missing the best moments.
We had an absolute blast with this session, and I hope you enjoy watching it as much as we enjoyed playing :D
00:00 Talking in the Bear 24:36 a Chase 31:10 a Negotiation 45:21 The Timid Tower 57:57 1-1 CombatWrite a DND campaign with me: The broad strokesFrederica Teather2022-08-02 | In this new serise I will be creating a DND campign and documenting the processe, Subscribe for more episodes.Dungeons and Dragons Town in 15 seconds.Frederica Teather2022-07-26 | Subscribe for more and check out the full length video here: youtube.com/watch?v=c7LEYXhNltg&ab_channel=FredericaTeather
8 Subscribers at time of uploadMake your own Dungeons and Dragons town.Frederica Teather2022-07-26 | Hey, this week I talk about the frame work I use to make my own towns.
I am hoping to start uploading more so subscribe to see more.
8 Subscibers at time of upload.How I ran my session zeroFrederica Teather2022-03-06 | Hello y'all, this is my first video for a while I hope you enjoy, hopefully more to come :D
Last night I ran a session 0 for my new campign and in this video I take you through how I ran it.