Making My Own TTRPG | Part 2 Map Crow 2022-11-01 | I'm designing my own Solo Dungeon Crawler TTRPG! I talk about how I'm playtesting my game while shifting the design from a Finite, competitive structure to Infinite, exploration structure! I also talk about how to fight off scope creep with playtesting and some of the lessons I've learned from playing Gloomhaven, Ironsworn, Frostgrave and some other solitaire games!WATCH PART 1: youtu.be/FIFjctoORxQFollow the Monstrous Project: thecloudcurio.com/monstrousFinite and Infinite Games by James Carse: amzn.to/3Uf8L8OIronsworn Lodestar by Shawn Tomkins: drivethrurpg.com/product/250586/Ironsworn-Lodestar-Reference-GuideThe Pit by Vincent Baker: patreon.com/posts/pit-complete-67127599++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoMerch: redbubble.com/people/mapcrow/shopPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.io
MAP CROW ENNIE NOMINATION!! Map Crow 2024-07-12 | VOTE 1 FOR MONSTROUS FOR BEST MONSTER BOOK!: vote.ennie-awards.com/vote/2024/ballot.php?category_id=15Full Ennie Awards Voting: vote.ennie-awards.com/vote/2024Buy MONSTROUS in PDF: thecloudcurio.itch.io/monstrous-final-pdfStar Borg: youtube.com/watch?v=SyiZ5qZPS7EMythic Bastionland: kickstarter.com/projects/bastionland/mythic-bastionland-rpg-before-into-the-oddShadowdark: thearcanelibrary.com/pages/shadowdarkKnave 2E: questingblog.com/knave-2eMCDM RPG: backerkit.com/c/projects/mcdm-productions/mcdm-rpg++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Podcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioAnimation by Onesleepybeetle: haileesmith.com
Map Crow Live: Making a Trading Card Game! Map Crow 2024-05-04 | I'm making a Trading Card Game based on Hieronymus Bosch paintings! Hang out and help me write some mechanics!
Map Crow Live: Drawing Weird Little Guys Map Crow 2024-04-14 | I'm drawing some weird little guys over here!
Map Crow Live: MCDM fan art!! Map Crow 2024-03-16 | I'm trying a cintiq for the first time and drawing some MCDM fan art!
Fix Your Encounter Tables! Map Crow 2024-02-11 | We discuss the humble overland encounter table today. While most random encounters in games like Dungeons and Dragons feel arbitrary and flat, this method uses THE POWER OF MATH to help encounters feel like they are happening in a cohesive and living campaign world.Grab a Quick Preview of KNAVE 2E by @QuestingBeast : drivethrurpg.com/product/435009/Knave-2e-Kickstarter-PreviewKNAVE 2E will be sold at Swordfish Islands when the print editions come in: shop.swordfishislands.comMONSTROUS PDF IS OUT NOW: thecloudcurio.com/monstrousSign up for the email alerts to make sure you hear about our next project!Nick L S Whalen's Blog about Encounter Table Structuring: paperspencils.com/structuring-encounter-tables-amended-restatedShadow Dark by @TheArcaneLibrary : thearcanelibrary.com/pages/shadowdarkCairn by Yochai Gal: cairnrpg.com@DungeonMasterpiece 's wonderful video about the Geopolitics of Greyhawk: youtube.com/watch?v=dyCJkNJWZRw&ab_channel=DungeonMasterpieceI often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXsDownload the grids I use: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1BGgDU1YFdeI7t0Z_sh-6IMNafW0KJT__?usp=sharing++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++TIMESTAMPS0:00 - Joke Intro0:19 - Knave Map and Introductions2:12 - Start with a Map4:42 - Faction Goals and Area Beasts7:03 - 2d6 Encounter Type Table8:37 - Alertness and Distance Tables10:25 - Example Encounter11:54 - Wrap Up13:35 - Patron Thanks++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Patreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioMerch Store: etsy.com/shop/MapCrowDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineAnimation by Onesleepybeetle: haileesmith.com Music by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.ioAdditional Music by Alex Ansaldi: epidemicsound.com/artists/alex-ansaldi
Map Crow Live - MONSTROUS Team Stream! Map Crow 2023-10-04 | Livestreaming MONSTROUS with Amber, Kenny, and Sally to celebrate the final 48 hours of the Kickstarter Campaign!!MONSTROUS is on Kickstarter! kickstarter.com/projects/cloudcurio/monstrous-3
Map Crow Live - MONSTROUS Stream Map Crow 2023-10-02 | Livestreaming MONSTROUS illustrations, looking at art, and recording an episode of The Splatbook podcast, reading from books!MONSTROUS is on Kickstarter! kickstarter.com/projects/cloudcurio/monstrous-3
Map Crow Live - MONSTROUS Stream 2 Map Crow 2023-10-02 | Livestreaming MONSTROUS illustrations, looking at art, and recording an episode of The Splatbook podcast, reading from books!MONSTROUS is on Kickstarter! kickstarter.com/projects/cloudcurio/monstrous-3
Map Crow Live - MONSTROUS Stream 3 Map Crow 2023-10-02 | Livestreaming MONSTROUS illustrations, looking at art, and recording an episode of The Splatbook podcast, reading from books!MONSTROUS is on Kickstarter! kickstarter.com/projects/cloudcurio/monstrous-3
Map Crow Live - MONSTROUS Stream 5 Map Crow 2023-10-01 | Livestreaming MONSTROUS illustrations, looking at art, and recording an episode of The Splatbook podcast, reading from books!MONSTROUS is on Kickstarter! kickstarter.com/projects/cloudcurio/monstrous-3
Map Crow Live - MONSTROUS Stream 4 Map Crow 2023-10-01 | Livestreaming MONSTROUS illustrations, looking at art, and recording an episode of The Splatbook podcast, reading from books!MONSTROUS is on Kickstarter! kickstarter.com/projects/cloudcurio/monstrous-3
NEW MONSTROUS DRAGON + Big Announcements!! Map Crow 2023-09-18 | I draw a Dragon with a Fortress on it's back while giving you a mid-campaign update for MONSTROUS! This book will help you improve your favorite TTRPG, like DnD 5E, Pathfinder, or Old School Essentials by helping you get more out of your Monster Manual! And now, we are shipping physical rewards everywhere in the world!!MONSTROUS Kickstarter: kickstarter.com/projects/cloudcurio/monstrous-3Amber Makes a Dragon: youtube.com/watch?v=cgf1WTK8lB0&t=4s&ab_channel=CloudCurioNew Podcast with Me and Kenny: kickstarter.com/projects/cloudcurio/monstrous-3/posts/3907393I often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXsI use 6B and 6B pencil, some soft charcoal, a kneaded and a mechanical eraser, and a wad of paper towel. This was drawn on 100 pound Strathmore bristol board: amzn.to/3ZjTt67++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Patreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioMerch Store: etsy.com/shop/MapCrowDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineAnimation by Onesleepybeetle: haileesmith.com Music by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.ioAdditional Music by Alex Ansaldi: epidemicsound.com/artists/alex-ansaldi
MAP CROW | BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!! Map Crow 2023-09-05 | I've got a big announcement, and I'm revealing my face on this channel for the first time to tell you about it! The crowdfunding campaign page for MONSTROUS: The Story Behind the Stat Blocks has LAUNCHED! This book is a system agnostic gm prep guide to help you tell exciting new stories with your players in your favorite fantasy TTRPG! If you are using DnD 5E, Pathfinder, Old School Essentials, Knave, if the game has monsters, we want to help you make the most of it the narrative impact!UPDATE: Amber has been hard at work trying to figure out our international shipping conundrum. She was able to pick a friend’s brain, who also happens to be the Sales Manager at Kobold Press, Kym Weiler. Logistics is a main part of Kym's day-to-day role, so she lives and breathes shipping and distribution. Kym has provided solutions for us to be able to open shipping to people outside of the USA and its territories! THANK YOU KYM!!MONSTROUS KICKSTARTER: kickstarter.com/projects/cloudcurio/monstrous-3Download the MONSTROUS Preview Packet: thecloudcurio.com/monstrous++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Patreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioMerch Store: etsy.com/shop/MapCrowDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-Zine
Better Dungeon Master Tactics! Map Crow 2023-08-24 | How do you set up a tactical combat encounter for a TTRPG, like DnD 5E? We look at Unit Types, Enemy Positioning, and study some boss fights from Baldur's Gate 3 to look for tips! Get more out of your Dungeons and Dragons monster fights by understanding the fundamentals of tactics and deployment as a Game Master!MONSTROUS KICKSTARTER PRELAUNCH: kickstarter.com/projects/cloudcurio/monstrous-30:00 - Intro1:43 - TTRPGS VS Video Games5:21 - Unit Types12:18 - Unit Positions20:12 - Act 1, Blighted Village22:57 - Act 2, Moonrise Tower27:03 - Act 3, High Hall Courtyard30:10 - Dry Erase Marker Map36:17 - VVT maps by Elven Tower38:04 - After CrowThe Dry-Erase Mat that I used: paizo.com/products/btq02c1f?Pathfinder-FlipMat-Enormous-BasicThe Monsters and Minis that I used in the video are Pathfinder Pawns: paizo.com/store/pathfinder/accessories/pawnsI often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXs++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Patreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioMerch Store: etsy.com/shop/MapCrowDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineAnimation by Onesleepybeetle: haileesmith.com Music from Final Fantasy Tactics by Hitoshi Sakimoto and Masaharu IwataAdditional Music by Alex Ansaldi: epidemicsound.com/artists/alex-ansaldi
Dragons Done Right! | MCDM Flee Mortals! Map Crow 2023-08-15 | We look at the Action Oriented Dragons from MCDM's monster manual, Flee Mortals! and I paint a dragon! These high CR monsters are designed to solo a party of high level adventurers in Dungeons and Dragons 5E! After going over the stat block and abilities, I use MONSTROUS to put a spin on the backstory and read from Tolkien's the Hobbit!@helloMCDM Flee Mortals PDF: shop.mcdmproductions.com/collections/flee-mortals-the-mcdm-monster-book/products/flee-mortals-the-mcdm-monster-book-pdfMONSTROUS KICKSTARTER SEPT 5TH: kickstarter.com/projects/cloudcurio/monstrous-3Download the MONSTROUS Preview Packet: thecloudcurio.com/monstrousSign up for the email alerts to make sure you here when the project goes live!I often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXsThis was drawn on 100 pound Strathmore bristol board: amzn.to/3ZjTt67++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Patreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioMerch Store: etsy.com/shop/MapCrowDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineAnimation by Onesleepybeetle: haileesmith.com Music by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.ioAdditional Music by Alex Ansaldi: epidemicsound.com/artists/alex-ansaldiAlso used the Title Theme from King's Field IV by Tsukasa Saitoh.
How to Build a Better Monster!! Encounters & Adventures!! Map Crow 2023-07-28 | We are designing a monster from concept to combat stats and actions, then prepping a DnD 5e adventure for it! Writing your own balanced encounters for your homebrew ttrpg session is fun and actually pretty easy if you are using the resources of @AlphastreamRPG @SlyFlourish , Scott Fitzgerald Gray, and @mcolville MONSTROUS KICKSTARTER PRELAUNCH: kickstarter.com/projects/cloudcurio/monstrous-3Forge of Foes: forge-of-foes.backerkit.com/hosted_preordersAction Oriented Monsters: youtube.com/watch?v=y_zl8WWaSyI&ab_channel=MatthewColvilleReturn of the Lazy Dungeon Master: shop.slyflourish.com/products/return-of-the-lazy-dungeon-master0:00 - Intro1:26 - Step 1: Monster Concept10:40 - Step 2: Monster Stat Block15:26 - Step 3: Combat Actions18:05 - Step 4: Session Prep Notes29:10 - After CrowDownload the MONSTROUS Preview Packet: thecloudcurio.com/monstrousI often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXsThis was drawn on 100 pound Strathmore bristol board: amzn.to/3ZjTt67++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Patreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioMerch Store: etsy.com/shop/MapCrowDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.ioAdditional Music by Alex Ansaldi: epidemicsound.com/artists/alex-ansaldi
How to Build a Better Dungeon Map Crow 2023-07-16 | In this tutorial, I show you how to design a location based adventure by drawing a top down dungeon map! This method can work with DnD 5e or your favorite Old School TTRPGs! I share my DM tips to help you prep your next game session with an urgent, distinct, telegraphed, evocative, and situation dungeon!MONSTROUS KICKSTARTER PRELAUNCH: bit.ly/monstrouskickEDIT: Here is the map from the video if you wanted to use it: drive.google.com/file/d/1u1UHMsfnEYnqRey3x4Q6NJyUBCN1ZfGo/view?usp=sharingDownload the MONSTROUS Preview Packet: thecloudcurio.com/monstrousSign up for the email alerts to make sure you here when the project goes live!Agnostic Old Roads Bundle: bit.ly/agnosticbundleAgnostic Physical Copy: bit.ly/agnosticzine0:00 - Intro0:35 - Step 0: Pick Your Game1:51 - Step 1: Starting Notes6:35 - Step 2: Dungeon Layout12:39 - Step 3: Encounter Design23:37 - Step 4: Just Run It--- Awesome Old School Style Games ---Shadowdark by Kelsey Dionne: thearcanelibrary.com/products/shadowdark-rpg-pdfErrant by Ava Islam: killjestergames.itch.io/errantKnave by Ben Milton: questingbeast.itch.io/knave-2e-kickstarter-preview--- My Videos about Dungeon Design ---Reversed 5 Room Dungeon: youtube.com/watch?v=GLKgaRTKuPo&t=12s&ab_channel=MapCrowJaquaysing the Dungeon: youtube.com/watch?v=yJXnrRd9qns&ab_channel=MapCrow--- Great GM Prep and Encounter Design Videos! --- @mcolville Prep Can Be Literally Easy and Actually Fun: youtube.com/watch?v=cfiaf9q9Wgo&list=PLlUAT9sIQ7Mr4OWTQLmhlBeFSKhBbMogB&index=5&ab_channel=MatthewColville @TheArcaneLibrary How to Design Excellent Encounters: youtube.com/watch?v=HcjL2-Hiz4o&list=PLlUAT9sIQ7Mr4OWTQLmhlBeFSKhBbMogB&index=4&t=2382s&ab_channel=TheArcaneLibrary @DUNGEONCRAFT1 Stop Flipping Through the Rulebook: youtube.com/watch?v=0-ngv6-Pr1c&list=PLlUAT9sIQ7Mr4OWTQLmhlBeFSKhBbMogB&index=2&t=188s&ab_channel=DungeonCraft @Bastionland Preparing for an RPG Session: youtube.com/watch?v=CUSnedoQmQg&list=PLlUAT9sIQ7Mr4OWTQLmhlBeFSKhBbMogB&index=3&t=2005s&ab_channel=Bastionland @SlyFlourish Strong Start: youtube.com/watch?v=LOLeMasU7mU&list=PLlUAT9sIQ7Mr4OWTQLmhlBeFSKhBbMogB&index=6&t=8s&ab_channel=SlyFlourish%E2%80%93TheLazyDungeonMaster @DysonLogos incredible map website: https://dysonlogos.blog/I often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXsDownload the grids I use: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1BGgDU1YFdeI7t0Z_sh-6IMNafW0KJT__?usp=sharing++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Patreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioMerch Store: etsy.com/shop/MapCrowDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineAnimation by Onesleepybeetle: haileesmith.com Music by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.ioAdditional Music by Alex Ansaldi: epidemicsound.com/artists/alex-ansaldi
Your game is FINE! You DONT need help! Map Crow 2023-07-03 | You are running DnD just FINE! You don't NEED to do anything to IMPROVE! You don't NEED to try any new TTRPGs or watch any more GM tip videos! You don't NEED to fix what ain't broke... but don't you WANT to tinker?MONSTROUS KICKSTARTER PRELAUNCH: bit.ly/monstrouskick@DUNGEONCRAFT1 VIDEO: youtube.com/watch?v=pOOvh9O-t0s&t=1s&ab_channel=DungeonCraftDeathbringer RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/396879/Deathbringer-RPGTrophy Dark RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/402818/Trophy-DarkDownload the MONSTROUS Preview Packet: thecloudcurio.com/monstrousSign up for the email alerts to make sure you here when the project goes live!Agnostic Old Roads Bundle: bit.ly/agnosticbundleAgnostic Physical Copy: bit.ly/agnosticzineOld Roads 2E Physical Copy: bit.ly/oldroads2ePurchase Digital Copies: mapcrow.itch.ioI often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXsI use soft body acrylics, Prismacolor pencils, watercolor pencils, some soft charcoal, a kneaded and a mechanical eraser. This was drawn on 100 pound Strathmore bristol board: amzn.to/3ZjTt67++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Patreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioMerch Store: etsy.com/shop/MapCrowDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineAnimation by Onesleepybeetle: haileesmith.com Music by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.ioAdditional Music by Alex Ansaldi: epidemicsound.com/artists/alex-ansaldi"Crossing Those Hills" by Nobuo Uematsu"Night on Bald Mountain" by Modest Mussorgsky, orchestration by Leopold Stokowski and his Symphony Orchestra
Agnostic TTRPG Prep Method Map Crow 2023-06-19 | Prep the ultimate one-shot session of your favorite TTRPG using all of your favorite forbidden books and zines!! Generate Tasks, Trials, Terrain, Travelers, Treasures, and Trivia to fill out an evening of fantasy fun with your favorite folks!!Agnostic Old Roads Bundle: bit.ly/agnosticbundleAgnostic Physical Copy: bit.ly/agnosticzineOld Roads 2E Physical Copy: bit.ly/oldroads2ePurchase Digital Copies: mapcrow.itch.ioDownload the MONSTROUS Preview Packet: thecloudcurio.com/monstrousSign up for the email alerts to make sure you here when the project goes live!Grapefruit - Yoko Ono (1964) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grapefruit_(book)Liminal - Alexei Vella & Neonrot (2022) exaltedfuneral.com/products/liminal_CY_BORG - Christian Sahlén and Johan Nohr (2022) freeleaguepublishing.com/en/store/?product_id=7856009150722Mork Borg - Pelle Nilsson and Johan Nohr (2020) freeleaguepublishing.com/en/store/?product_id=4529866506377Paolo Greco and Lost Pages - Book of Gaub (2021) shop.lostpages.co.ukThousand Year Vampire - Tim Hutchings (2020) thousandyearoldvampire.com/products/thousand-year-old-vampireForbidden Psalm - Kevin Rahman (2022) exaltedfuneral.com/products/forbidden-psalm?_pos=1&_sid=30dfee425&_ss=rInto the Wyrd and Wild - Charles Ferguson-Avery (2021) exaltedfuneral.com/products/into-the-wyrd-wild-revised-editionRocketo Vol 2 - Frank Espinosa (2007) goodreads.com/book/show/850648.Rocketo_Volume_2Hellboy Vol 3 - Mike Mignola (2004) darkhorse.com/Books/12-993/Hellboy-Volume-3-The-Chained-Coffin-and-Others-TPBFire On The Velvet Horizon - Patrick Stuart Scrap Princess (2018) lulu.com/shop/patrick-stuart-and-scrap-princess/fire-on-the-velvet-horizon/paperback/product-23550253.html?page=1&pageSize=4Xenozoic Tales - Mark Schultz (1988) goodreads.com/book/show/1813000.Cadillacs_and_DinosaursMonsters & - Luke Gearing (2021) exaltedfuneral.com/products/volume-2-monsters-pdfBroken System - Luke Gearing (2015) drivethrurpg.com/product/165657/Broken-System-000?manufacturers_id=9119Adventure Game in Need of Transnlation - Skullboy (2021) exaltedfuneral.com/products/adventure-game-pdf?_pos=1&_sid=90045d7f8&_ss=rGardens Of Ynn - Emmy Allen (2018) drivethrurpg.com/product/237544/The-Gardens-Of-YnnJack Kirby's Forth World Ombious - Jack Kirby (1985) goodreads.com/en/book/show/34690759Head Lopper - Andrew MacLean (2016) imagecomics.com/comics/releases/head-lopper-vol-1-the-island-or-a-plague-of-beasts-tp++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Patreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioMerch Store: etsy.com/shop/MapCrowDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineAnimation by Onesleepybeetle: haileesmith.com Music by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.ioAdditional Music by Alex Ansaldi: epidemicsound.com/artists/alex-ansaldi
Better Hexcrawls in Mythic Bastionland Map Crow 2023-06-08 | I'm drawing a hexmap with the playtest version of Mythic Bastionland by my favorite TTRPG designer, Chris McDowall. I talk about how the game is designed with the exploration of the hexcrawl as a core component of play, improving upon the optional procedures of DnD 5E. I also talk about some of my thoughts around AI art and the concerns I have for preserving the ability to attribute ideas to other human beings.EDIT: Mythic Bastionland is not using AI generated art! Huzzah!!Map Crow Zines are back in print! etsy.com/shop/MapCrow?ref=seller-platform-mcnav§ion_id=43518634Chris McDowall's YouTube: youtube.com/bastionlandChris McDowall's Blog: bastionland.comUPDATE 2025/7/8: The New Worksheets are at the bottom of the official Itch page:chrismcdee.itch.io/mythic-bastionlandMy OLD Mythic Bastionland Worksheets: drive.google.com/file/d/18IRj9hmtKwUh11WXHtS6DQWf_jrtVGxi/view?usp=sharingJP Coovert's YouTube: youtube.com/jpcoovert JP's "Making Maps" Zine: http://www.jpcoovert.com/shop/flik-silverpens-guide-to-the-plumb-wax-kobolds-fpc9y-b9pr7-3n98c-pmsnb-k73y9-yn4k5-mp3sg-swl2n-b2matDownload the MONSTROUS Preview Packet: thecloudcurio.com/monstrousSign up for the email alerts to make sure you here when the project goes live!I often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXs++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Patreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioMerch Store: etsy.com/shop/MapCrowDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineAnimation by Onesleepybeetle: haileesmith.com Music by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.ioAdditional Music by Alex Ansaldi: epidemicsound.com/artists/alex-ansaldi
How to Find My Art Style Map Crow 2023-02-26 | How do you find your style as an artist? How can you discover your art style quickly? Should I draw with tradition media or use digital painting on an iPad? These are big questions many artists ask when they are starting out, but we walk about how they could actually lead you astray!! KICKSTARTER: Broken & Sleeping HeartsLink: kickstarter.com/projects/cloudcurio/broken-and-sleeping-hearts?ref=1spmx6Download the MONSTROUS Preview Packet: thecloudcurio.com/monstrousSign up for the email alerts to make sure you here when the project goes live!I often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXsI use 6B and 6B pencil, some soft charcoal, a kneaded and a mechanical eraser, and a wad of paper towel. This was drawn on 100 pound Strathmore bristol board: amzn.to/3ZjTt67++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Patreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioMerch Store: etsy.com/shop/MapCrowDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineAnimation by Onesleepybeetle: haileesmith.com Music by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.ioAdditional Music by Alex Ansaldi: epidemicsound.com/artists/alex-ansaldi
How to Draw Maps If You CANT DRAW!! Map Crow 2023-02-13 | How to you draw something if you can't draw?? I explain how to use simple shapes and value contrast to make easy world maps for DnD! I also talk about finding the joy of drawing and learning itself, and not getting so stressed and disappointed with the process!! Cartography for your Dungeons and Dragons game should be fun!!MONSTROUS KICKSTARTER PRELAUNCH: bit.ly/monstrouskickMap Crow Zines are back in print! etsy.com/shop/MapCrow?ref=seller-platform-mcnav§ion_id=43518634Download the MONSTROUS Preview Packet: thecloudcurio.com/monstrousSign up for the email alerts to make sure you here when the project goes live!Ed Emberley's Make a World: goodreads.com/en/book/show/1257101I often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXs++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Patreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioMerch Store: etsy.com/shop/MapCrowDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineAnimation by Onesleepybeetle: haileesmith.com Music by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.ioAdditional Music by Alex Ansaldi: epidemicsound.com/artists/alex-ansaldi
MONSTROUS Teaser Trailer Map Crow 2023-01-29 | Download the MONSTROUS Preview Packet: thecloudcurio.com/monstrousSign up for the email alerts to make sure you here when the project goes live in Fall of 2023!Music commissioned from the inestimable Francis Roberts@f_c_r_ : francisroberts.us and francisroberts.bandcamp.comDesigned and drawn by hardcore monster enthusiasts, MONSTROUS is the Game Manager’s go-to reference for telling better stories through monsters.In it, Kyle "Map Crow" Latino’s lavish illustrations bring to life dozens of classic monsters from myth, legend, and high-fantasy RPGs.The bad guys in this book have been remixed by the designers at Cloud Curio so their rich backstories tie directly into their motivations and actions. You can build a campaign around them or drop them into an existing one.Additionally, each type of monster will have a workbook page for Game Manager's to design their own versions of these flavorful monsters for their homebrew games. MONSTROUS focuses on flavor and narrative impact and is compatible with any fantasy roleplaying game.++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Patreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioMerch Store: etsy.com/shop/MapCrowDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-Zine
The TRUTH about the Lord of the Rings World Building!! Map Crow 2023-01-15 | We dig deep into JRR Tolkien's creative process and world building for Lord of the Rings to debunk the often quoted phrase, "I wisely started with a map, and made the story fit". This is not only inaccurate, it's quoted out of context, and given as terrible advice to writers, artists, and game masters running their favorite fantasy ttrpg! I also draw an unofficial fan map @mcolville's Bedegar in the style of Christopher Tolkien! MONSTROUS KICKSTARTER PRELAUNCH: bit.ly/monstrouskickCheck out MCDM's Kingdoms & Warfare here: shop.mcdmproductions.com/products/kingdoms-and-warfare-pdfUPDATE: This has been bugging me. I misinterpreted what he said in the letter. After making the video, it became really obvious that he was joking around about how he wished he could have supplied his early readers with a map. Still, most of this video is about debunking the perception that "I wisely started with the maps" is writing advise, so I'm going to leave this video up.Map Crow Zines are back in print! etsy.com/shop/MapCrow?ref=seller-platform-mcnav§ion_id=43518634Download the MONSTROUS Preview Packet: thecloudcurio.com/monstrousSign up for the email alerts to make sure you here when the project goes live!Download the unofficial fan map of Bedegar I drew with and without a hexgrid here: drive.google.com/drive/folders/17St9wokJKDNhvqn8XxvlGr3qDRImr4EY?usp=sharingMaps and dates were corroborated at the Tolkien Estate official website: tolkienestate.com/painting/mapsThe Corey Olsen's relevant episode on "Return of the Shadow": youtube.com/watch?v=rnqR1rLEdQ8&ab_channel=SignumUniversityThe Letters of JRR Tolkien: tolkiengateway.net/wiki/The_Letters_of_J.R.R._Tolkien#:~:text=The%20Letters%20of%20J.R.R.%20Tolkien%20is%20a%20book%20of%20a,been%20added%20by%20Wayne%20G.I often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXsDownload the grids I use: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1BGgDU1YFdeI7t0Z_sh-6IMNafW0KJT__?usp=sharingI use .05 black Microns, a red Posca marker, and some white acrylic paint for corrections. This was drawn on 100 pound Strathmore bristol board: amzn.to/3ZjTt67++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Patreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineAnimation by Onesleepybeetle: haileesmith.com Music by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.ioAdditional Music by Alex Ansaldi: epidemicsound.com/artists/alex-ansaldi
Mythological Monsters in TTRPGs Map Crow 2023-01-08 | How do you make a mythological monster matter in your game of DnD? We look at Medusa the Gorgon and other Greek and Roman mythology to figure out how to use the poetry and imagery of monsters in your ttrpg session! The Monster Manual will give you stat blocks, abilities, and ecological information, but this falls short of the storytelling that I like in my games!Download the MONSTROUS Preview Packet: thecloudcurio.com/monstrousSign up for the email alerts to make sure you here when the project goes live!Statement on the OGL: As of this recording (1/8/2023), no official document has been announced on the OGL1.1. DnD, and ttrpgs, is bigger than WotC or any single corporation. It always has been. DnD was founded by scrappy zinesters, artists, and hobbyists. It has escaped every attempted for self proclaimed auteur's and corporation to contain and control it. These games REQUIRE individual creativity and the friendships of player groups. That is impossible to acquire or silence. The cause for anxiety is legitimate, but "despair is only for those who see the end beyond all doubt. We do not." While I wait for more complete information to see what reaction is appropriate, I will to continue talking about how making art and sharing it with your friends is wonderful. This does not now, nor will it ever, depend on what WotC says about what the think they own.Zedeck Siew's post "D&D’s Obsession With Taxonomy": zedecksiew.tumblr.com/post/693356847419293696/dds-obsession-with-taxonomyMetamorphoses of Ovid: gutenberg.org/ebooks/21765I often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXsI use 6B and 6B pencil, some soft charcoal, a kneaded and a mechanical eraser, and a wad of paper towel. This was drawn on 100 pound Strathmore bristol board: amzn.to/3ZjTt67++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Patreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineAnimation by Onesleepybeetle: haileesmith.com Music by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.ioAddisional Music by Alex Ansaldi: epidemicsound.com/artists/alex-ansaldi
The Ugliest Monster Ever Drawn!! #dnd Map Crow 2023-01-05 | Drawing a Gorgon for my book! Gorgons and Medusas in DnD are a bit confusing, but I decided to go with classic mythology on this one... kinda. There will be a full episode about this coming out later this week!Download the MONSTROUS Preview Packet: thecloudcurio.com/monstrousSign up for the email alerts to make sure you here when the project goes live!++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Patreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineI often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXs
Draw Your DnD World!! Map Crow 2022-12-18 | Draw your DnD World Map for your homebrew game!! We learn about game design from Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild and a 16th century map to make a hexcrawl map for Dungeons and Dragons and convey our worldbuilding! MONSTROUS KICKSTARTER PRELAUNCH: bit.ly/monstrouskickMap Crow Zines are back in print! etsy.com/shop/MapCrow?ref=seller-platform-mcnav§ion_id=43518634EDIT: Some more in-depth ideas on building hex maps, from Pointless Monument! https://pointlessmonument.blot.im/a-player-facing-sandbox-part-1-the-mapDownload the MONSTROUS Preview Packet: thecloudcurio.com/monstrousSign up for the email alerts to make sure you here when the project goes live!JP Coovert's awesome map tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=NfT-XwIJZqs&list=PL5fdL6qHiXFMOs5WGljVEAo9c4yMx1-cQ&index=4&ab_channel=JPCoovertMatt Walker's summary of the Zelda BotW talk at CEDEC 2017: medium.com/@gypsyOtoko/this-is-a-reposting-of-my-twitter-thread-summarizing-articles-written-about-the-cedec-botw-dev-266c34fd30e8The Carta Marina by Olaus Magnus: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carta_marinaGreat advise about encounter tables from Nick LS Whelan: paperspencils.com/structuring-encounter-tables-amended-restated++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Patreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.ioAddisional Mucis by Alex Ansaldi: epidemicsound.com/artists/alex-ansaldiDownload the grids I use: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1BGgDU1YFdeI7t0Z_sh-6IMNafW0KJT__?usp=sharingI often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXs
What are DnD Monsters EVEN FOR!? Map Crow 2022-11-17 | What are DnD Monsters EVEN FOR?! What do Vonnegut, Tolkien, and Beowulf tell us about Dungeons and Dragons? We talk about what the purpose of monsters are in terms of game design and narrative impact! 5E uses the images of myth, folklore, and fantasy literature, but the monster design is somewhat flat in the story department. The metaphor of the monster in a game should be designed with more than just stat blocks and combat abilities.Download the MONSTROUS Preview Packet: thecloudcurio.com/monstrousSign up for the email alerts to make sure you here when the project goes live!J R R Tolkien's article, Beowulf: The Monsters and the Critics: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beowulf:_The_Monsters_and_the_CriticsKurt Vonnegut's Writing Tips: youtube.com/watch?v=nmVcIhnvSx8&ab_channel=GerryJustice @Matthew Colville 's thoughtful video What Are Dungeons For?: youtube.com/watch?v=BQpnjYS6mnk&t=2s&ab_channel=MatthewColvilleI use 6B and 6B pencil, some soft charcoal, a kneaded and a mechanical eraser, and a wad of paper towel. This was drawn on 100 pound Strathmore bristol board.++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Patreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.io00:00 Introduction00:32 What Are Games?01:21 What Are Stories For?03:54 What Are Monsters For?07:12 Monster As Inevitable Despair08:47 The Metaphor of the Hero10:08 Other Monster Metaphors
Building Better Monsters | Witches Map Crow 2022-10-27 | We are redesigning witches and hags for your game of Dungeons and Dragons! We want our witches to help tell spooky stories about terrifying bargains in haunted bogs and cats with bat wings!Download the MONSTROUS Preview Packet: thecloudcurio.com/monstrousSign up for the email alerts to make sure you here when the project goes live!Also here is a thoughtful article about the history of witch imagery that are worth thinking about: jstor.org/stable/10.5325/preternature.3.1.0056I use 6B and 6B pencil, some soft charcoal, a kneaded and a mechanical eraser, and a wad of paper towel. This was drawn on 100 pound Strathmore bristol board.++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.io
Halloween Horror Adventure | Eternal Night of Lockwood! Map Crow 2022-10-18 | Are you looking for a Horror RPG Adventure to run for Halloween? Eternal Night of Lockwood is a juicy dark fantasy packed with 367 pages of peril!!Grab your copy today wherever fine gaming books are sold or at this link: amzn.to/3s5E3TSThe cover art in the thumbnail is by Ken Duquet! kenduquet.myportfolio.com++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoMerch: redbubble.com/people/mapcrow/shopPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.ioAddisional Music by Francis Roberts: francisroberts.bandcamp.com/track/kingdom-of-imaginationDownload the isometric grids I use: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1BGgDU1YFdeI7t0Z_sh-6IMNafW0KJT__?usp=sharing
Building Better Monsters | Animated Armor Map Crow 2022-10-17 | Redesigning the Animated Armor from Dungeons & Dragons by adding a little more love!Moriko T. Raider's article "Animating Objects: Tsukumogami ki and the Medieval Illustration of Shingon Truth" : jstor.org/stable/40660967?read-now=1&seq=14#page_scan_tab_contentsI use 6B and 6B pencil, some soft charcoal, a kneaded and a mechanical eraser, and a wad of paper towel. This was drawn on 100 pound Strathmore bristol board.++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoMerch: redbubble.com/people/mapcrow/shopPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.io
Building Better Monsters | Beholders Map Crow 2022-10-10 | We redesign the Beholders from Dungeons and Dragons to be more frightening and talk about how to play up cosmic horror imagery in your game! Download the MONSTROUS Preview Packet: thecloudcurio.com/monstrousSign up for the email alerts to make sure you here when the project goes live!I often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXsPrismacolor Pencils: amzn.to/3VjWmSCStrathmore Bristol Board: amzn.to/3edCaRESoft Body Acrylics from Golden: amzn.to/3eiYol3Winsor & Newton Gouache Tubes: amzn.to/3ylURsW++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoMerch: redbubble.com/people/mapcrow/shopPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.io
Building Better Monsters | Undead Map Crow 2022-10-03 | Bring the Barrow Wights from Lord of the Rings into your Dungeons and Dragons game! If you would like to hear more about Barrow Wights, I recommend checking out this episode from Signum University : youtu.be/CkdpkY3UTaII use 6B and 6B pencil, some soft charcoal, a kneaded and a mechanical eraser, and a wad of paper towel. This was drawn on 100 pound Strathmore bristol board.++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoMerch: redbubble.com/people/mapcrow/shopPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.io
Answering Your Questions | Burnout, Practice, and Learning Art Map Crow 2022-09-26 | I answer questions from the community about my art process, future projects, media recommendations, and how to improve as and artist!Podcast Episode about Appendix N: thesplatbook.com/episodes/personal-appendix-n00:00:00 50k Subscribers!!00:00:38 Origin of the "Map Crow" name?00:01:27 Video making process00:02:14 Cartographers that inspire me00:03:49 What's next for the channel?00:04:26 Media inspirations / Appendix N00:05:49 What got me interested in art originally?00:06:44 How long did I practice to go pro?00:08:47 How do you handle burnout?00:13:29 How has mapping changed my games?00:16:20 The secret of game design!00:18:17 What medium do I want to try next?00:19:19 What should starting artist practice?++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoMerch: redbubble.com/people/mapcrow/shopPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Quantum Leap: quantum-leap-music.itch.ioDownload the isometric grids I use: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1BGgDU1YFdeI7t0Z_sh-6IMNafW0KJT__?usp=sharing
I Made a Dark Souls! Map Crow 2022-09-18 | I used Bitsy to remake Dark Souls as a cute little pixel game!Play My Game: kylelatino.itch.io/darksignBitsy: ledoux.itch.io/bitsyBitsy Tutorials: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlXuD3kyVEr5sF4iM2CszNt-fSVZDqxUmJaquaysing the Dungeon: youtube.com/watch?v=yJXnrRd9qns&ab_channel=MapCrow++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoMerch: redbubble.com/people/mapcrow/shopPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.io
Make an Instant City Map! Map Crow 2022-08-28 | You can make a beautiful City Map for your game in an instant! We use free software and assets to prep for a urbancrawl campaign in DnD 5E!Visit ONLY CRITS for beautiful dice and accessories: onlycrits.com/mapcrowAnd be sure to use promo code " CROW " at checkout for 10% off!Here is a list of high resolution historical city maps to use for your game!commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:De_Merian_Frankoniae_090.jpgcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Erfurt-1650-Merian.jpgcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Plano_de_Granada_1795.jpegcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Plan_de_Paris_vers_1550.jpgcommons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Frankfurt_Am_Main-Merian1770-MFHK-Komplett.jpgHere are two great links to find some old maps!loc.gov/collections/general-maps/?all=true&fa=subject:early+works+to+1800archive.org/details/cosmographiaevni00mnst/page/n55/mode/2updavidrumsey.com++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoMerch: redbubble.com/people/mapcrow/shopPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.io
Making My Own TTRPG | Part 1 Map Crow 2022-08-19 | I'm designing my own Solo Dungeon Crawler TTRPG! I talk about how to use Verbs and Obstacles to focus the design and playtesting process! I'll be sharing dev notes for this project on my Patreon!WATCH PART 2 HERE: youtu.be/_PE5Pc0FFt8Visit ONLY CRITS for beautiful dice and accessories: onlycrits.com/mapcrowAnd be sure to use promo code " CROW " at checkout for 10% off!"Are Roleplaying Games ART?" video, where I explain my terms more carefully: youtube.com/watch?v=harbVS5rMp8&ab_channel=MapCrowThe best book about Game Design I've ever read: amzn.to/3pwOMp2++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoMerch: redbubble.com/people/mapcrow/shopPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.ioI often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXs
Building Better Monsters | Kobolds Map Crow 2022-08-10 | We redesign Kobolds and try to figure out what they are BUILDING DOWN THERE!?Visit ONLY CRITS for beautiful dice and accessories: onlycrits.com/mapcrowAnd be sure to use promo code " CROW " at checkout for 10% off!The paper I used: amzn.to/3aLLiLfThe colored pencils I used: amzn.to/3mCJAy8The paint I used: amzn.to/3H9m1GNMy guide to using watercolor paint: youtu.be/y7kV3N3iPF8My guide to using colored pencils: youtu.be/IXfUzfDptec++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoMerch: redbubble.com/people/mapcrow/shopPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.ioDownload the isometric grids I use: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1BGgDU1YFdeI7t0Z_sh-6IMNafW0KJT__?usp=sharingI often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXsI often ink with a .05 Black Micron Pen. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3vJe5GU
How To Look At Plants Map Crow 2022-07-14 | I talk about how I do nature sketching and where I go to look at weeds and trees.John Dewey's "Art as Experience": amzn.to/3Ry7jhyJohn Cage's interview: youtube.com/watch?v=q2tNeoMKyq8&ab_channel=casino++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoMerch: redbubble.com/people/mapcrow/shopPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-Zine
Building Better Monsters | Vampires Map Crow 2022-07-07 | We revamp the vampire by giving them a new friend to add variety and a deeper horror theme in your DnD campaign!Visit dScryb for ready-made descriptive text: dscryb.com/mapcrowAnd be sure to use promo code " MAPCROW " for 10% off your first subscription fee!Check out Chloe the Cartographer: instagram.com/chloethecartographerThe paper I used: amzn.to/3aLLiLfThe colored pencils I used: amzn.to/3mCJAy8The paint I used: amzn.to/3H9m1GNMy guide to using watercolor paint: youtu.be/y7kV3N3iPF8My guide to using colored pencils: youtu.be/IXfUzfDptec++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoMerch: redbubble.com/people/mapcrow/shopPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.io
Building Better Monsters | Werewolves Map Crow 2022-06-30 | We go there with werewolves, redesigning them to support a stronger narrative arc and richer theme in your DnD campaign!Visit dScryb for ready-made descriptive text: dscryb.com/mapcrowAnd be sure to use promo code " MAPCROW " for 10% off your first subscription fee!Also, here is the podcast where I GM Tunnel Goons: thesplatbook.com/episodes/tunnel-goons-with-shel-khanThe paper I used: amzn.to/3aLLiLfThe colored pencils I used: amzn.to/3mCJAy8The paint I used: amzn.to/3H9m1GNMy guide to using watercolor paint: youtu.be/y7kV3N3iPF8My guide to using colored pencils: youtu.be/IXfUzfDptec++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoMerch: redbubble.com/people/mapcrow/shopPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.io
Building Better Monsters | Liches Map Crow 2022-06-21 | We turn our horrid gaze to the Lich and talk about new ways to run them and conceptualize how they interact with the mythology of the game world!Visit ONLY CRITS for beautiful dice and accessories: onlycrits.com/mapcrowAnd be sure to use promo code " CROW " at checkout for 10% off!Here is an article worth reading about the use of the Jewish images and terminology in DnD: heyalma.com/dungeons-dragons-has-an-antisemitism-problemThe paper I used: amzn.to/3aLLiLfThe colored pencils I used: amzn.to/3mCJAy8The paint I used: amzn.to/3H9m1GNMy guide to using watercolor paint: youtu.be/y7kV3N3iPF8My guide to using colored pencils: youtu.be/IXfUzfDptec++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoMerch: redbubble.com/people/mapcrow/shopPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Ivan Formin: ivan-fomin.itch.ioAddisional music by Heatley Bros: youtube.com/channel/UCsLlqLIE-TqDq3lh5kU2PeA
Goblin Mode | Drawing with Amber Seger Map Crow 2022-06-15 | It's a digital drawing jam session with Amber Seger! We draw goblins, hot dogs, Teethzo the original muppet, and Horse Lore!Check out Cloud Curio: thecloudcurio.comFollow Amber on Twitter: twitter.com/rocketorcaWe were drawing together on Aggie: aggie.io++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Quantum Leap Music: quantum-leap-music.itch.ioDrawn on a Xencelabs tablet: xencelabs.com/us/product/xencelabs-pen-tablet-medium-bundle?gclid=CjwKCAjw46CVBhB1EiwAgy6M4m2dloMXJS732N_ArDry71HSK9Tg5ZVH4uOOoOdDMIjY0XIMM57nDhoC0k0QAvD_BwE
Building Better Monsters | Angels Map Crow 2022-06-09 | DO NOT BE AFRAID! We talk about using so-called Biblically Accurate Angels in your game of DnD while I draw an illustration of one!Biblical Passage from Ezekiel: biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ezekiel+1%3A4-28&version=KJVThe paper I used: amzn.to/3aLLiLfThe colored pencils I used: amzn.to/3mCJAy8The paint I used: amzn.to/3H9m1GNMy guide to using watercolor paint: youtu.be/y7kV3N3iPF8My guide to using colored pencils: youtu.be/IXfUzfDptec++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Heatly Bros: youtube.com/channel/UCsLlqLIE-TqDq3lh5kU2PeA
Worldbuilding | City Campaigns Map Crow 2022-05-27 | We talk about worldbuilding cities for urban campaign and how to design factions that correspond to the resources and themes of your game world!!MONSTROUS KICKSTARTER PRELAUNCH: bit.ly/monstrouskickMap Crow Zines are back in print! etsy.com/shop/MapCrow?ref=seller-platform-mcnav§ion_id=43518634Use Promo Code " CROW " to get 40% off all new Recurring Memberships for World Anvil: www.worldanvil.comDael Kingsmill's Video : youtube.com/watch?v=sJd6g--Ok_A&ab_channel=MonarchsFactoryThe Metabolism of Cities by Abel Wolman : jstor.org/stable/24931120Genial Jack by Jonathan Newell : drivethrurpg.com/product/295462/Genial-Jack--issue-I?term=genial+jack?affiliate_id=752375Jonathan Newell's blog Bearded Devil : bearded-devil.comBlades in the Dark by John Harper : drivethrurpg.com/product/170689/Blades-in-the-Dark?affiliate_id=752375Yoon-Suin by David McGrogan : drivethrurpg.com/product/144820/YoonSuin?affiliate_id=752375Magical Industrial Revolution by Skerples : drivethrurpg.com/product/291774/Magical-Industrial-?affiliate_id=752375Revolution?term=magical+industr++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by 𝕬𝖚𝖋𝖍𝖔𝖈𝖐𝖊𝖗: aufhocker.bandcamp.comDownload the isometric grids I use: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1BGgDU1YFdeI7t0Z_sh-6IMNafW0KJT__?usp=sharingI often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXsI often ink with a .05 Black Micron Pen. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3vJe5GUI am using just regular cheap pencils in this video.
Worldbuilding | Pantheons and Deities Map Crow 2022-05-19 | We talk about Worldbuilding with Pantheons, and how you can get more mystery and spirituality out of your deities with a little poetry and song! We also use James Holloway's "Pamphlet of Pantheons" zine!MONSTROUS KICKSTARTER PRELAUNCH: bit.ly/monstrouskickMap Crow Zines are back in print! etsy.com/shop/MapCrow?ref=seller-platform-mcnav§ion_id=43518634Use Promo Code " CROW " to get 40% off all new Recurring Memberships for World Anvil: www.worldanvil.comJames Holloway's "Pamphlet of Pantheons" : james-holloway.itch.io/the-pamphlet-of-pantheonsJames Holloway's podcast "Monster Man" : monsterman.libsyn.com"Sayings of the Desert Fathers" : en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sayings_of_the_Desert_FathersLord Dunsany's "Gods of Pegana" : gutenberg.org/cache/epub/8395/pg8395.htmlNikki Giovanni's "Chasing Utopia" : nikki-giovanni.com/works/poetry/chasing-utopia++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodesJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by 𝕬𝖚𝖋𝖍𝖔𝖈𝖐𝖊𝖗: aufhocker.bandcamp.comDownload the isometric grids I use: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1BGgDU1YFdeI7t0Z_sh-6IMNafW0KJT__?usp=sharingI often draw with Foam Grip Tubes from Impresa to ease my hand strain. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3KgpDXsI often ink with a .05 Black Micron Pen. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3vJe5GUI am using just regular cheap pencils in this video.
Worldbuilding | Fix Your Factions Map Crow 2022-05-13 | We are talking about Worldbuilding with Factions! By designing factions of NPCs with goals and desires, you can quickly build a rich gameable space full of meaningful choices for players!MONSTROUS KICKSTARTER PRELAUNCH: bit.ly/monstrouskickMap Crow Zines are back in print! etsy.com/shop/MapCrow?ref=seller-platform-mcnav§ion_id=43518634Use Promo Code " CROW " to get 40% off all new Recurring Memberships for World Anvil: www.worldanvil.com++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Twitter: @kylelatinoPatreon: patreon.com/mapcrowPodcast: thesplatbook.com/episodes/evil-cults-in-rpgsJoin my Newsletter: kylelatino.com/newsletterItch Store: mapcrow.itch.ioDrivethru RPG: drivethrurpg.com/product/364793/Old-Roads-Map-ZineMusic by Cool Cat Game Studio: cool-cat-game-studio.itch.io/dark-fantasy-music-packAdditional music by the Heatley Bros: youtube.com/channel/UCsLlqLIE-TqDq3lh5kU2PeABuy David Mamet's "On Directing Film" here: amzn.to/39lIALO
