Bring Monsters back for Round 2 Tales from Elsewhere 2025-05-09 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #horror #actionAfter you've used one monster to great effect, how do you use them again later and recapture some of that tension from the first encounter? Let's talk about the concept of Threat Reprisal!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** @asquirrelplays Video **youtube.com/watch?v=_dKUd-kD968&lc=Ugw8yZOIczLvHJCVSPN4AaABAg&ab_channel=ASquirrelPlays** TFE Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Tim the Editor's Kofi Page **ko-fi.com/timothyweinell** TFE Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:10 Threat Introduction03:48 Threat Reprisal05:56 Example: Blood Oilers11:33 Example: Forsaken Shell15:13 Lessons Learned17:42 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
Behind the Scenes of Horror RPG Music Tales from Elsewhere 2025-09-09 | kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworldComposer and multi-instrumentalist Pierce Martin takes us through the design process that went into the score for our weird west horror TTRPG trailer!** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii, @brayzart, Red Richard ArtVoice work: @IfyNwadiweMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
The Feast of Mayjune Horror Adventure Tales from Elsewhere 2025-09-06 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedevA live session of TFE: Clockworld! Join a fresh group of DungeonTubers for The Feast of Mayune one-shot!@bonewizard@TheBardsCollegeYT @StephaniePlaysGames @EnotheStrife ** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink
What makes leveling-up fun? Tales from Elsewhere 2025-09-05 | ** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld@TheUglyGoblin youtu.be/mbdtqvaB5FQ?si=s13IN7SkpShM67eL#ttrpg #dnd #gamedevGetting the foundations right for the character progression is an important step in the game design process. This video acts as a simple primer to get you started in getting that sorted out!** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:04 Main Lecture13:37 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii, @brayzart, Red Richard ArtMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
Weird West Horror TTRPG Now Available! Tales from Elsewhere 2025-09-04 | NOW ON KICKSTARTER!Face the horrors of the Ruination in Tales from Elsewhere: Clockworld!A new action-horror weird west TTRPG that features visceral combat, immersive character creation, and a huge roster of nightmarish creatures.kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld?ref=53nyr7Voiced by: @IfyNwadiwe Art by: @dr.neriiMusic by: @piercemartinmusic Editing by: Tim Weinell
My game is live on Kickstarter. Lets CELEBRATE! Tales from Elsewhere 2025-09-02 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedevIt's been a long journey to this day. My Weird West Action Horror TTRPG crowdfunding campaign is now live on Kickstarter. Let's hang out as I switch it on and check out trailers, YouTuber spots, and answer any questions you may have!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink
Welcome to the Ruination Tales from Elsewhere 2025-09-02 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii, @brayzart, Red Richard ArtMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
Weird West Horror RPG Cinematic Trailer Tales from Elsewhere 2025-09-02 | kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworldWelcome to the Ruination! TFE: Clockworld is now LIVE on Kickstarter** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii, @brayzart, Red Richard ArtVoice work: @IfyNwadiwe Music by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
New Session, New Victims! Tales from Elsewhere 2025-09-02 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedevA live session of TFE: Clockworld! Join a fresh group of DungeonTubers for The Last Train to Nowhere!@bonewizard@TheBardsCollegeYT @StephaniePlaysGames @EnotheStrife @Trekiros ** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink
I ran my RPG in-person for YouTubers! Tales from Elsewhere 2025-08-29 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #gencon A had a wonderful time at GenCon running a TFE: Clockworld session for a group of YouTubers (and one random cool dude)! Check out their highlights and feedback!@ElderGoblinGames @WallyDM @WhatisTabletop ** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** Chapters **00:00 Intro00:57 Wally DM03:15 Charles from WITT04:24 Matt (just a cool dude)07:06 Jorbin the Elder Goblin10:26 Frank from WITT13:34 Outro
I dont like shopping sessions. Tales from Elsewhere 2025-08-22 | ** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld#ttrpg #dnd #gamedevI see the terms "realism" and "immersion" and "verisimilitude" thrown around a lot in discourse around TTRPGs. Let's talk through some thoughts on that subject and see if we can clear-up what these terms means and how we can apply them in our TTRPG designs.** Skrat's shopping video **youtu.be/wky52-3LSsc?si=S2Rat_6OWdrDnFuj** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:22 Main Lecture15:09 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii, @brayzart, Red Richard ArtMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
Can 5 YouTubers survive my Weird West Horror RPG? Tales from Elsewhere 2025-08-17 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedevA live session of TFE: Clockworld! Join a group of YouTubers in their efforts to find The Misplaced Priest!@bonewizard @mistysteps93 @ElderGoblinGames @asquirrelplays @ThomasFitch ** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink
Was GenCon 2025 Worth it as a Consumer, Designer, and Creator? Tales from Elsewhere 2025-08-15 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #gencon2025This was my first GenCon, and it was a tremendous experience. In this video, I break down my experience as a consumer, content creator, and game designer!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:06 Consumer Experience06:30 Content Creator Experience12:11 Game Designer Experience17:30 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii, @brayzart, Red Richard ArtMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
RPG Design Philosophy Roundtable! Tales from Elsewhere 2025-08-08 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedevGame designer and community member Klok Kaos put me and Dr. Ben of RPG PHD on a call, where we discussed TTRPGs and game design for 4 HOURS! This is Part 1 of that round table discussion, with Part 2 appearing on @rpgphd!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** RPG PHD Channel **@rpgphd youtu.be/y8HXpj8Gi3g?si=uMbtjeOFY9gjLmiL** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** Klok Kaos' Links **facebook.com/groups/1993142787742991discord.gg/bWynBZzcJ8reddit.com/r/ProjectChimeraTTRPGdocs.google.com/document/d/1Dci_c4eCuHMLmSFTjduSNpBB0vohFGQNJX5mknAZprc/edit#heading=h.a48unw6c3qam** Chapters **00:00 Intro00:47 Introductions and Ideologies10:19 Question 1: Hot Takes26.08 Question 2: Impetus to Design37:12 Question 3: Design Philosophy1:02:03 Question 4: Favorite Character Progression Systems1:16:56 Question 5: Rules Dense vs. Light Bridging1:27:15 Question 6: Top 3 Green Flags for Sessions1:44:30 Question 7: Making the secret sauce (and Zombies!)2:03:15 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii, @brayzart, Red Richard ArtMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
Is Realism important in RPGs? Tales from Elsewhere 2025-08-01 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedevI see the terms "realism" and "immersion" and "verisimilitude" thrown around a lot in discourse around TTRPGs. Let's talk through some thoughts on that subject and see if we can clear-up what these terms means and how we can apply them in our TTRPG designs.** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:08 Main Lecture25:21 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii, @brayzart, Red Richard ArtMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
TCS Live Stream: Death Mechanics | Part 2 Tales from Elsewhere 2025-07-26 | #tabletopcommunityspotlight Come join me and Zarek from @OdinsKeyGaming as we go through YOUR submissions to the newest Tabletop Community Spotlight!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** Chapters **To follow after stream!
RPG Ideologies Are Why Youre Mad Tales from Elsewhere 2025-07-25 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedevForgive the click-bait title! This week's video is a lecture-format presentation about the two main "camps" in tabletop roleplaying design, and how those two ideologies differ. Both are legit!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:46 Main Lecture19:43 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii, @brayzart, Red Richard ArtMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
The smallest tweak to actions makes all the difference. Tales from Elsewhere 2025-07-18 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedevWhen making a tactical TTRPG, how you handle Action Economies is vital. This video goes through my decision making and iterations when working on Tales from Elsewhere. Let's see how a system's action economy evolves and how that informs designs surrounding it.** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** Chapters **00:00 Intro00:50 Action Economies02:24 Evolutions05:21 No Restrictions05:37 The Challenge & Solution11:16 Lessons Learned13:00 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii, @brayzart, Red Richard ArtMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
You CAN make roleplay systems fun. Tales from Elsewhere 2025-07-11 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedevLet's talk Roleplaying Systems: input RP vs output RP and what that means when designing a TTRPG.** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:25 RP Output04:11 RP Input09:47 TFE Approach13:52 Lessons15:15 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii, @brayzart, Red Richard ArtMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
TCS Live Stream: Death Mechanics | Part 1 Tales from Elsewhere 2025-07-06 | #tabletopcommunityspotlight Come join me and Zarek from @OdinsKeyGaming as we go through YOUR submissions to the newest Tabletop Community Spotlight!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** Chapters **00:00 Intro06:00 @TheSavageGoose and Savage Worlds12:16 Vidrarius, Myth & Folk mythandfolkttrpg.blogspot.com/2025/06/and-dying-in-myth-and-folk-lets-start.html 19:33 TFE25:46 @FineGroundCryptids Ethereal RPG30:52 TardiGames docs.google.com/document/d/1tv7Hxq3hbnPuQNWXrAt4w3jVZaIjiWhwdMf7Op95nps/edit?usp=sharing37:14 Seeking Dao RPG, Yakubo seekingdao3.wordpress.com/2025/06/25/failure-death-and-consequences46:25 @IshanekonWorldShapers54:30 @wasteomanaDice Mice1:03:52 @RandomRoll-Games 1:11:11 Red Richard, Escape from Zanther (in TFE server)1:19:51 @GoCorralTV Wu Xia RPG1:27:58 Osiria by Alice1:34:45 Panicked Pike, Dragon's Dirge docs.google.com/document/d/1AHhvgf_Novry7PW3bQFB5uFqkJ0bz50mawxJKx5lebQ/edit?tab=t.01:41:13 @WrelPlays Distal RPG1:50:48 @gnomebotstudios GRIT Fantasy RPG 2:04:55 Maverick, Pivot RPG docs.google.com/document/d/1YN93tM7ViC5QiCowvurb-KrUq8QWmprIj2-OyDqXRr8/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.q78zsjioikff2:19:35 Skjaald Sagas by Dungeon Toucan docs.google.com/document/d/16EpYGt8yhs3SGSYbmPab9JjzUY1bdCw0BHLf1G1kCG8/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.qi9kbovbv3xc2:25:42 Triconomist RPG @DiceAnvil 2:32:11 @DIRGE_SYNDICATE 2:39:59 @PeasantryTTRPG 2:50:00 NUTS from @asquirrelplays 2:53:31 Neon Transmissions by Danderskoff https://umbraltraveler.notion.site/Robots-Death-and-Corporate-Overlords-22252a06918e80388019d872190af24c3:03:14 Chronicles of the Last Covenant drive.google.com/file/d/1BQ2rtmCjpdWH3DHEvK_7AMLboKxFGIaj/view?usp=drive_link
I made a game. Now, I need your help. Tales from Elsewhere 2025-07-04 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedevAlright y'all, it's time to see if I can make my own TTRPG a reality. The Kickstarter sign-up page is now live!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii, @brayzart, Red Richard ArtMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
5k Subscribers AMA + Hunt Showdown with the Team Tales from Elsewhere 2025-07-04 | #huntshowdown #dnd #ttrpg #indiegame #gamedesign The poll results are in, and y'all voted for "Weird West Video Game + AMA"! So we I've gathered the TFE Team to play some Hunt: Showdown! Come watch us (badly) play an awesome weird west game and answer your questions.** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld
And now, we look at some tougher RPGs. Tales from Elsewhere 2025-06-27 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #morkborg #pf2eNow that we've looked through some intro TTRPGs for study, let's take a look at what I think are more advanced reading!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** Big Workbook of RPGs **docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/147LkP9e-Zvi7RSDNKTPa-9ikqxPed4v-Rst4t2vzfRI/edit?usp=sharing** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:40 PF2e04:35 MORK BORG07:13 Rolemaster09:12 Apocalypse World11:29 The Weird Stuff!13:16 Lessons Learned14:01 Why no D&D 5e?16:04 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
Making an RPG? Read these first. Tales from Elsewhere 2025-06-20 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #icrpg #mothership #bladesinthedarkWhen new designers ask for help, one of the most common responses is to be told to read more TTRPGs. But where to begin? This video is there to help you get started!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** Big Workbook of RPGs **docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/147LkP9e-Zvi7RSDNKTPa-9ikqxPed4v-Rst4t2vzfRI/edit?usp=sharing** ICRPG Video **youtu.be/f1_ZNgK-fq0** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:22 Criteria01:54 Blades in the Dark04:05 Mothership05:38 ICRPG07:46 GURPS09:32 D&D…4e!10:57 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
I wish I read this TTRPG sooner. Tales from Elsewhere 2025-06-13 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #icrpgIndex Card RPG is an excellent and deceptively simple product. Let's take a look at a key lesson we should absorb from Runehammer himself!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** Chapters **00:00 Intro00:24 ICRPG History02:09 The Target04:46 Building Monsters06:06 D&D 2024 Comparison08:12 TFE Comparison13:15 Lessons Learned13:57 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
Is this game perfect for Hit Points + Wounds? Tales from Elsewhere 2025-06-06 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #daggerheart Daggerheart's health abstraction is an interesting one, and it's PRIMED for us to add a Wound System to it! Let's talk shop about wounds, hit points, and combining the two disciplines.** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** Dice Nest Sponsor **dicenest.comUse code "TalesFromElsewhere" to get 15% off.** Further Wound Videos **youtu.be/tZvAbdANdacyoutu.be/vEy3Ktb2ljA** TFE Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** TFE Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:49 Sponsored Segment: Dice Nest03:05 Daggerheart’s Health Rules05:48 Wound Systems06:36 Adding Wounds to HP07:54 Why Daggerheart Can Work08:35 Daggerheart Wound System12:58 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
Can we improve You all meet at the tavern? Tales from Elsewhere 2025-05-29 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #horror #action #dungeonjamA one-shot adventure full of mystery, horror, and danger, designed to be used as the introductory session to a new campaign! Part of the Dungeon Jam collab with @LunaticDice @Dadi-MysticArts @Knigobi @PaladinProse!Suitable for low-level characters in both D&D or Tales from Elsewhere: Clockworld.** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** Dungeon Jam Playlist **youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfOyJFzgWDRoIg7sFdZMl_RA83KNiN0ln&si=58Io2_ULLvTYEXZo** Adventure Download and TFE Quick Start **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** TFE Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:15 What’s a 5 Room Dungeon?03:43 The Feast of Mayjune Background05:08 Room 1: RP/Puzzle06:25 Room 2: The Guardians07:24 Room 3: The Setback08:21 Room 4: The Climax09:13 Room 5: Reward or Twist09:56 Aftermath10:29 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
Talking with a Professional YouTube Editor | 4k Subs Live Stream Party Tales from Elsewhere 2025-05-26 | We've hit 4,000 subscribers!! As per community request, we've got Tim the Editor on this episode, the real power behind this YouTube channel! We'll have a big 'ol AMA, answering questions submitted in the Discord server before taking your live questions!
Talking with a Professional YouTube Editor | 4k Subs Live Stream Party Tales from Elsewhere 2025-05-24 | We've hit 4,000 subscribers!! As per community request, we've got Tim the Editor on this episode, the real power behind this YouTube channel! We'll have a big 'ol AMA, answering questions submitted in the Discord server before taking your live questions!
Is Death Too Tame in D&D? | Tabletop Community Spotlight Tales from Elsewhere 2025-05-23 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #horror #action #tabletopcommunityspotlightWe're back with another design challenge for all you awesome indie designers out there! We've got a new coat of paint, the Tabletop Community Spotlight!This time, we're talking Death Mechanics and Failure States! Join me and Zarek at @OdinsKeyGaming for another awesome live stream in early July!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** TFE Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** TFE Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:12 GetBarbaric Challenge02:00 TCS: Death Mechanics04:19 Submission Rules06:27 TFE Discord Server06:45 Submission Template07:41 TFE Submission11:05 Submit Something!Written and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
Should you force players to act-out their social skills? Tales from Elsewhere 2025-05-16 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #horror #actionWhat is the difference between challenging the Player and challenging the Character? This is a fascinating and controversial subject within the TTRPG community, and affects games that run the gamut from Dungeons & Dragons to Lancer to Shadowdark!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Tim the Editor's Kofi Page **ko-fi.com/timothyweinell** TFE Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** Chapters **00:00 Intro02:14 Definitions04:17 Riddles06:26 Puzzles07:03 Social Encounters11:34 The Middle Way17:15 Lessons Learned18:20 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
What went wrong with Marvels RPG? | Learning from TTRPGs Tales from Elsewhere 2025-05-02 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #marvelSmall correction: To fly at Light Speed in MURPG, you'd have to have a power level of 10 in flight but the resistance, the actual Stone requirement, would be 5!Marvel comics has been dabbling in TTRPGs for decades now; let's look at one of their earliest and most ambitious projects, Marvel Universe Roleplaying Game. It has much to teach us about game balance and innovation versus iteration!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** Indominant Backerkit **backerkit.com/call_to_action/eb00d0bd-4caa-4bfe-9eb5-81de09b16533/landing** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** Tim the Editor's Kofi Page **ko-fi.com/timothyweinell** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:03 History of MUPRG02:07 Game Mechanics04:46 The Action/Energy Issue07:44 Indominant Interview and Plug13:54 Innovative Design15:13 Iterative Design15:33 The Value of Iterative Design18:27 TFE Example19:03 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
Body Horror and Dragons | Dragon Week Tales from Elsewhere 2025-04-25 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #horror #actionDragon Week is upon us! My contribution to this collaboration tackles adding body horror elements to dragons, examining the Elder Brain Dragon and my own creation, the Blood Oiler Dragon! Thank you to @GinnyDi and @pointyhatstudios for putting together this awesome collaborative event!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Tim the Editor's Kofi Page **ko-fi.com/timothyweinell** TFE Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:48 Body Horror Discussion04:18 Elder Brain Dragon07:20 Blood Oilers09:00 Blood Oiler Dragon14:15 Using Body Horror15:04 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
Unboxing Custom TTRPG Terrain Tales from Elsewhere 2025-04-18 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #horror #actionI got a chance to work with the very talented Seth to make some custom 3D terrain! This week we're just taking a break from design discussions to kick back and open some props.@sethofalltrades youtube.com/watch?v=FASTwy7bEes&ab_channel=SethofAllTrades** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Tim the Editor's Kofi Page **ko-fi.com/timothyweinell** TFE Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-startedWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
How to Write Evocative Terms in RPGs | Design Discussions Tales from Elsewhere 2025-04-11 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #horror #actionNaming classes, abilities, and features in D&D or TTRPGs is tough, and this video is here to help! Let's take a look at a few evocative examples and walk through how I work through tough naming challenges.** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** @Trekiros' game, Flare Fall **flarefall.com** TFE Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Tim the Editor's Kofi Page **ko-fi.com/timothyweinell** TFE Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:07 Framing the Problem03:00 Example: Draw Steel’s Null05:15 Example: Flare Fall07:12 Meta-currencies07:55 Example: D&D 5e Inspiration08:27 Example: CY_Borg Glitches08:49 Example: TFE’s Luck09:20 My methodology15:20 A Challenge to YOU16:25 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
Lessons from Magic: the Gathering | Learning from TTRPGs Tales from Elsewhere 2025-04-04 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #mtg #dragonstorm #magic #magicthegathering Magic: the Gathering is the titan of competitive trading card games, so let's see what we can learn from it and apply it to Dungeons & Dragons and other TTRPGs!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** Indominant Backerkit **backerkit.com/call_to_action/eb00d0bd-4caa-4bfe-9eb5-81de09b16533/landing** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** Tim the Editor's Kofi Page **ko-fi.com/timothyweinell** Chapters **00:00 Intro00:56 Brief History of MTG01:56 Keywording06:12 Indominant Crowdfunding08:00 Questions and Answers Context 112:34 Questions and Answers Context 216:20 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
Reviewing YOUR Games! | 3k Subs Live Stream Party Tales from Elsewhere 2025-03-29 | We've hit 3,000 subscribers!! This is all possible because of this wonderful community! To celebrate, we're doing a live AMA and a community-selected additional activity, determined by the below poll.http://youtube.com/post/Ugkx85NrErnuTJDJ8fOFkQsvbVMOcqzfXrc6?si=WEGoKR4_OTSERFqB** Timestamps **0:00 Stream turns on0:47 Stream actually starts4:09 AMA Begins59:47 Community Reviews Part 12:55:21 Movie Rants3:33:56 Community Reviews Part 2
Designing for Dice Feel in TTRPGs | Design Discussions Tales from Elsewhere 2025-03-28 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #horror #actionWhy does Dungeons & Dragons use the d8 for a longsword and a d4 for the dagger? How can we incorporate dice feel into our D&D homebrew and TTRPG design? Let's explore this uncommon topic together!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Tim the Editor's Kofi Page **ko-fi.com/timothyweinell** TFE Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** Chapters **00:00 Intro00:56 Definition of Dice Feel01:24 Polyhedron Review01:56 d402:23 d602:49 d8 and d1003:19 d1203:54 d2005:06 Comparisons06:23 Obfuscation06:54 Number of Dice08:12 Genesys System10:02 TFE Example12:52 Non-Dice Randomization13:54 Bring it all together15:55 Qualitative!16:25 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
#GetBarbaric Indie Dev Live Stream - Part Two! Tales from Elsewhere 2025-03-23 | Let's finish out the remaining #GetBarbaric submissions with @OdinsKeyGaming!Apparently I overlooked this one by Sock Drawer, this is my bad! Here's a link to their video! youtu.be/7TLRwHgElQs?si=PcHKDavlFHaYhItN** Indominant RPG Backerkit **backerkit.com/call_to_action/eb00d0bd-4caa-4bfe-9eb5-81de09b16533/landing** Big TTRPG Design Discord Server **discord.gg/Nr7T5ERt2S** Chapters ** 00:00 Setup/Intro02:53 CyberCore Hack lonecolossusgames.com11:50 @FineGroundCryptids21:10 @MattMuun Fables of Eternity28:55 @CryptCrawler 41:35 Godstorm by @captainsiix690853:35 Triconimist by @DiceAnvil 1:02:41 Clockworld, by me at Tales from Elsewhere1:11:34 Runehack by Proph @ProphecyBreaker 1:28:15 Indominant by @OdinsKeyGaming 1:46:59 Pathways to Adventure by Jon @pathwaystoadventure 1:56:55 Saraphys presenting Cypher @saraphys5555 2:09:10 Savage Worlds by @TheSavageGoose 2:21:40 Machinist Subclass for D&D 5e by @WhatisTabletop 2:31:40 @IshanekonWorldShapers 2:34:05 Barbarian psychology by @WarriorPhilosopher-GameDesign 2:58:06 Master Lord Baron by @MasterLordBaron 3:08:15 @FoolsErrandRPG
Designing Tactical RPGs | Design Discussions Tales from Elsewhere 2025-03-21 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #horror #actionIs Dungeons & Dragons a tactical game? Is Pathfinder MORE tactical than DD&D? What even makes a game "tactical"? Let's dive in and explore this interesting and nuanced subject!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** Vagabond RPG Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/landoftheblind/vagabond-pulp-fantasy-rpg/description** TFE Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Tim the Editor's Kofi Page **ko-fi.com/timothyweinell** TFE Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:18 Board Game Comparisons03:58 Vagabond RPG Shoutout04:55 TTRPG Examples09:36 Definition of Tactical Play13:23 Rules-Lite Games15:03 BitD Lessons15:50 TFE Approach18:28 Design Advice20:34 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
I hope my RPG makes Arnold happy. Tales from Elsewhere 2025-03-14 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #horror #actionAs designers, we should be keenly aware of what our media touchpoints are. For me, Action-Horror movies and games are the primary inspiration! Let's dive into what makes the Action-Horror subgenre so special!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Tim the Editor's Kofi Page **ko-fi.com/timothyweinell** TFE Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** Chapters **00:00 Intro00:50 Horror Stories02:20 TFE Ad Break!02:45 Action Stories03:38 Action-Horror04:58 Alien vs. Aliens06:28 Predator07:40 Resident Evil vs. Resident Evil 408:25 TFE’s Inspiration09:14 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
Designing TTRPG Wound Systems | Design Discussions Tales from Elsewhere 2025-03-07 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev If you're an indie developer who is starting to consider non-standard Health Abstractions, this video is here to help guide you through that process. And thanks to the guys over at @ShieldsRestTTRPG for the awesome merch giveaway!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Tim the Editor's Kofi Page **ko-fi.com/timothyweinell** TFE Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started@Saibrock youtube.com/watch?v=KSoc2qFrRKE&t=634s&ab_channel=Saibrock%27sOpinions@WhatisTabletop youtube.com/watch?v=nltDDXguhpE&ab_channel=WhatisTableTop%3Fyoutube.com/watch?v=lqvcgSeYL-k&ab_channel=WhatisTableTop%3F@jfacegames7354 jfacegames.substack.com/p/health-systems-in-tabletop-rpgs-beyond?r=df403&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&triedRedirect=true** Chapters **00:00 Intro02:02 Other Study Material04:35 The Three Questions05:13 Question 1: Primary vs Secondary Abstraction11:49 Question 2: Symmetry15:22 Question 3: Death Spirals?20:49 This is just the beginning!21:36 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
#GetBarbaric Indie Dev Live Stream - Part One! Tales from Elsewhere 2025-03-02 | It's finally time! Zarek from Odin's Key Gaming and Peter from Tales from Elsewhere go through all 30+ submissions for the #GetBarbaric challenge! With so many submissions, we'll be hanging out for a few hours discussing all of them!This was PART 1 of reviewing all submissions; we had so many, we'll need to finish the second half on a subsequent stream. Stay tuned to Tales from Elsewhere to catch the second half!!** Indominant RPG Backerkit **backerkit.com/call_to_action/eb00d0bd-4caa-4bfe-9eb5-81de09b16533/landing** Big TTRPG Design Discord Server **discord.gg/Nr7T5ERt2S** Chapters **00:00 Introduction04:58 Josh, Grimoires of the Unseen14:18 Grit from @gnomebotstudios 25:35 Utopia RPG by @oridont 37:40 RedMark by @BarlowKeep 48:59 Adventure's Call by @markmaurer7887 58:26 One Funkin' DnD by Funkin Disher01:05:38 Heroic Potential by @MilestonePlay 01:16:45 NUTS by @asquirrelplays 01:28:59 @PeasantryTTRPG!01:37:53 Escape from Zanther board game by Red_Richard01:48:52 Chimera TTRPG by Wrong on Porpoise: itch.io/blog/866574/chimera-ttrpg-the-barbarian02:00:23 Vampire: the Masquerade build by @dogynooriginal 02:12:43 Cloudbreaker Alliance (fan build)02:18:06 Barge RPG by @BargeGamesrpg 02:28:04 Song & Steel by @Saibrock 02:39:26 Psychomortis by @C4L1C0V1S1ONS 02:48:34 @nimbleCo by @TwinSteel 03:01:48 Flare Fall by @Trekiros
TTRPG Playtesting Best Practices Tales from Elsewhere 2025-02-28 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev Testing your tabletop roleplaying games or homebrew for Dungeons & Dragons can be nerve-wracking, both for the designer and the tester! This video hopes to help smooth that process out a bit with some best practices.** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** NeuroShell Discord Server **discord.gg/fqabfWQMRj** Peasantry TTRPG **peasantryttrpg.com** Indominant Backerkit **backerkit.com/call_to_action/eb00d0bd-4caa-4bfe-9eb5-81de09b16533/landing** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Tim the Editor's Kofi Page **ko-fi.com/timothyweinell** Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:30 3 Designer Tips01:45 Tip 1: Keep it Focused04:59 Tip 2: Tell Them What They're Testing06:43 Tip 3: Take Things in Stride09:06 3 Playtester Tips09:21 Tip 1: Take Notes11:28 Tip 2: Feelings, Not Suggestions13:36 Tip 3: It's Not About You15:47 Philosophy Time!17:35 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
Making Monsters Stream - Chupacabra Tales from Elsewhere 2025-02-24 | A short stream to test out a new streaming setup and do some work on a new Threat, the Chupacabra.
D&D Combat Can be Repetitive. Lets Fix it. Tales from Elsewhere 2025-02-21 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev There are a ton of great videos on designing and running battles in Dungeons & Dragons and other TTRPGs. Today, I add my own small contribution to the discussion!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld@Dadi-MysticArts videoyoutu.be/c5-vF14pUBE?si=p2dp1ajH-sGmb2K8@EmergentGM videoyoutu.be/pQyjFTh4FDU?si=fBOwJ-XKzLhSQ_Vg** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Tim the Editor's Kofi Page **ko-fi.com/timothyweinell** Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:30 Stagnation02:16 3 Round Rhythm02:24 Round 1 - Establish03:08 Round 2 - Engage03:55 Round 3 - End or Escalate08:00 Example of Rhythm11:31 Utility Characters12:26 Won’t they realize?!13:17 Side-based Initiative13:50 TFE Playtest Packet14:49 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
GM Facing vs. Player Facing Rules in TTRPGs | Design Discussion Tales from Elsewhere 2025-02-14 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev Who controls the narrative in a session of D&D and other TTRPGs? How do we design games and systems that lean toward GM Facing and Player Facing structures? Let's unpack all of the nuance in these rules!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Tim the Editor's Kofi Page **ko-fi.com/timothyweinell** Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** Chapters **00:00 Intro00:57 Disclaimer01:25 Definitions02:41 Example - Favored Enemy in D&D07:10 Example - Bloodlust in TFE08:45 Narrative Control10:37 Example - The Matrix11:28 What is Freedom?14:24 Spectrums of Rules16:10 What's the Point?16:52 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
Lancers Fascinating Lineage | Learning from TTRPGs Tales from Elsewhere 2025-02-07 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev #lancer In the first of an irregular new series from us at Tales from Elsewhere, we look at Lancer, the awesome combat-focused mech battle tabletop roleplaying game. What are its design heritages? What can we learn from it?** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** Tim the Editor's Kofi Page **ko-fi.com/timothyweinell** Chapters **00:00 Intro01:40 What is Lancer?03:02 D&D 4e04:48 D&D 4e's Secret Origins!07:37 What did we learn?09:44 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
Character Creation Methods in TTRPGs | Design Discussion Tales from Elsewhere 2025-01-31 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev The series on TTRPG design elements and term definitions continues! This week, we're talking about different approaches to building Character Creation rules!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld@IshanekonWorldShapers ** Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** Tim the Editor's Kofi Page **ko-fi.com/timothyweinell** Chapters **00:00 Intro00:52 Spectrums of Character Creation01:10 Rigidity vs. Fluidity02:23 Pros and Cons of Rigid Spectrum07:18 Not a value judgment!07:34 Randomization vs. Control08:46 Pros and Cons of Control Spectrum09:35 Hybrids10:22 What about TFE?10:38 Survivor Creation Packet!14:19 Patron's Character Example18:24 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
How TTRPG Mechanics Affect Behavior | Design Discussion Tales from Elsewhere 2025-01-24 | #ttrpg #dnd #gamedev How do we, as indie game designers and homebrewers, motivate and guide the players of our games toward certain practices, certain Cultures of Play? In this video, we explore the ways that games like Dungeons & Dragons and Blades in the Dark approach this, as well as compare that to indie games like Peasantry and Tales from Elsewhere!** TFE: Clockworld Kickstarter **kickstarter.com/projects/talesfromelsewhere/tales-from-elsewhere-clockworld** Peasantry TTRPG **peasantryttrpg.com** Tim the Editor's Kofi Page **ko-fi.com/timothyweinell** Demo Packet Download **talesfromelsewhere.com/get-started** TFE Discord **discord.gg/RCGXJtZDwq** Patreon Page **patreon.com/TalesfromElsewhereGames?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink** Barbarian Rework Download **patreon.com/posts/d-d-2024-118363022?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link** Chapters **00:00 Intro00:33 Incentivization Types01:07 D&D 202402:49 Blades in the Dark04:52 Rule of Cool05:51 Rule of CRUEL06:52 Peasantry08:14 Playing against type08:36 Prescriptive vs Incentivized08:52 Prescriptive Rules09:12 Incentivized Rules09:30 Reckless Attack Analysis11:09 Alternatives to Reckless Attack11:47 Sneak Attack Analysis13:03 Inspiration Analysis14:54 Luck in TFE17:30 Closing Thoughts18:16 OutroWritten and presented by Peter LangeLogo, graphic design, and animated characters provided by Maribel NavarroArtwork provided by @dr.nerii and @brayzartMusic by @RyanikeAudio and @piercemartinmusic Edited by @TimothyWeinell
