Tabletop Journeys

Tabletop Journeys

Friends for much longer than any of them care to admit, your three hosts bring extensive RPG experience from even before they met. For almost 100 years combined, they have played in and ran tabletop and live action games of every stripe. Since then, they have discussed, argued, kibitzed, broken down, built up, rearranged, and dissected every imaginable topic, frequently in living rooms in front of horrified onlookers who couldn't get a word in edgewise. The Tabletop Journeys project started as friends wanting to get together over Zoom to talk about the games they were running, they stuff that they had bought, and things that they thought were cool. And now, we hope that you do too!

  1. Running STA the TTJ Way | Rising Phoenix 2026

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    Running STA the TTJ Way | Rising Phoenix 2026

    This is your STA Convention Diary + GM Breakdown. What does it actually take to run Star Trek Adventures at a convention and make it hit?Episode Highlights:⚡Running STA the TTJ Way⚡Sour Deals breakdown (STA 2E Starter Set)⚡Mission Briefs vs full adventures⚡Real table energy from Rising Phoenix 2026⚡Why STA needs more GMsIn this episode of On the Right Path, we break down the TTJ Way. From syncing timelines across Preservations, Expeditions, and A.E.G.I.S., to integrating published adventures like Sour Deals into a living campaign, this is about running games that connect, land, and stick.We cover:🧩 Why mission briefs dominate convention play🧩 How to prep less and still deliver big moments🧩 Building a reliable pre-gen pipeline🧩 Creating tables full of energy, momentum, and buy-inAnd here is the real takeaway:We need more STA GMs at the table. If you have ever thought about running STA at a con, this is your starting point.-----------------📣 Call to ActionThinking about running STA?Drop a comment and tell us what you need to get started.#StarTrekAdventures #OnTheRightPath #TTRPG #GameMaster #ActualPlay #TTRPGCommunity #RoleplayersWanted #GMsWanted #CallYourBoysTTJ-----------------🔥 Rising Phoenix Game ConOne of our favorite conventions, run by an incredible team and community.Event Info:🌐 https://tabletop.events/conventions/rising-phoenix-gamecon-2026Join the Community:🌐 https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1H7nDRZ8qQ/-----------------🖖 STA ResourcesModiphius Downloads:🌐 https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloadsSTA Character Builder (BC Holmes):🌐 https://sta.bcholmes.orgSupport BC Holmes:🌐 https://www.patreon.com/bcholmes-----------------Credits: Written, Hosted, & edited by Lewanika MillerTheme: “The Lewanika Jam” by David Herrera.Opening and Closing sequences produced and edited by David Herrera at Bow Tie Studios.Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross.🎧 Listen & watch: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneysJoin our games on Patreon:🌐 https://www.patreon.com/tabletopjourneysDriveThruRPG:🌐 https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/pub/21022/Tabletop-Journeys-LLCDM’s Guild:🌐 https://www.dmsguild.com/browse/pub/21022/Tabletop-Journeys-LLC

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    OtRP (s2 Ep20) -Grimly we Tread Into the Dark

    Grim, gritty, and unapologetically dark… today we crack open one of the most atmospheric 5E-compatible settings on the market.In this episode of Tabletop Journeys Presents: On the Right Path, we dive into Grim Hollow: Transformed by Ghostfire Gaming with a full unboxing and first impressions. From premium components to deeply evocative worldbuilding, this set delivers a tone that leans hard into horror, consequence, and meaningful challenge.If you’ve been looking for a way to bring true danger, lasting wounds, and narrative weight to your table, this is a product worth your attention.This is not just about what’s in the box; it’s about what it enables at the table.👉 Gritty play👉 Meaningful stakes👉 Horror that actually landsWhether you run convention games, home campaigns, or one-shots during spooky season, this breakdown will give you a clear sense of what Grim Hollow brings to your toolkit.#OnTheRightPath #TTRPG #DND #GrimHollow #GhostfireGaming #CallYourBoysTTJ ⏱️ CHAPTERS0:00 Cold Open0:30 Intro & Tone1:15 Why Grim Hollow2:30 What’s in the Box8:00 Campaign Guide & Setting10:30 Maps & Adventures15:45 GM Screen & Mechanics19:30 Player Journal21:30 Final ThoughtsAnd remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an EpisodeTabletop Journeys Links: 🎥 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ttjourneys 🎲 DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/pub/17948/Tabletop-Journeys-LLC 📚 DMs Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/browse/pub/17948/Tabletop-Journeys-LLC🔗 CONNECT WITH TABLETOP JOURNEYSPatreon: patreon.com/ttjourneysBluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.socialFacebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneysYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneysWebsite: https://ttjourneys.com/Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com

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  3. STA: Where Everything's Better the Second Time Around

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    STA: Where Everything's Better the Second Time Around

    OtRP (S2 Ep 19) – "Everything's Better the Second Time Around."===========================What comes after first contact… is where the real story begins.In this episode of On the Right Path, we take a second look at the Star Trek Adventures Species Sourcebook and review the Second Contacts Mission Brief pack. From new character options to ready-to-run adventures, this episode highlights how these tools expand your table.Whether you run them as standalone missions or weave them into an existing campaign, second contact stories offer structure, flexibility, and depth. If you are building STA 2E missions or looking for fast, effective TTRPG prep, this is where your next adventure hits warp speed while staying On the Right Path.=========================== 🎬 What You Will Find in This Episode: - STA 2E mission brief design and iteration- Second contact storytelling and campaign depth- TTRPG adventure design through refinement- Practical GM tools for "replayability" and structure Star Trek Adventures RPG 2E🏢 Published by Modiphius Entertainment🎲 2d20 System Designer Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager Jim Johnson📥 Free download and purchase information🌐 https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloadsFree Mission Brief Pack:🖖 STAR TREK ADVENTURES: SECOND CONTACTS🚀 Writer: Aaron M. Pollyea🙌 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes🌐 Character Builder: https://sta.bcholmes.org/index.html🌐 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/postsTabletop Journeys ContentOur latest Kickstarter was funded in under 6 hours—join the fun:🌐 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ttjourneys/make-100-the-bridgedwell-chronicles-part-1Check our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llc Support the Channel🌐 https://tr.ee/WqccYf4COR🛠️ Support the channel by subscribing to Patreon. Join the conversation and comment below; share the episode with your friends.And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode✅ Leave a comment if you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station🌌 #IDICYall #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #CallYourBoysTTJ #tabletopjourneys

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    How we make custom monsters (Episode 272)

    Ever stare at a blank stat block and wonder where to even start? In this episode of Dr. Homebrew, we pull back the curtain on the monster-building framework we use here at Tabletop Journeys. It's a rules-first, narrative-driven system we've refined across dozens of NPCs, published adventures, and card decks. Whether you're crafting a terrifying custom beast or a compelling villain NPC, this episode breaks down our full process step by step. We cover everything from how Challenge Rating (CR) anchors the entire stat block, to feature points as a spendable currency, to how we handle spellcasting differently from the official Monster Manual and why we made those calls. We even walk through a brand new NPC, Arwir Echagüe (CR4, undead, and very hard to read 👀), to show you exactly how it all comes together in practice. 🔑 Topics covered in this episode: Why CR is the foundation of every stat block we build Feature points, the hidden currency that balances your monsters Why we put spells directly into the action economy (and why it matters at the table) A full live walkthrough of a CR4 NPC stat block Shoutouts to the incredible work of Teos Abadía, Mike Shea, and Tom Dunn that helped shape our process 💬 We want to hear from YOU! Drop a comment and let us know: Are we getting it right? Would you want access to the full ruleset? Interested in a Foundry module? Tell us below! And remember: ✅ Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an Episode 🔗 Links & Resources mentioned in the episode: Tao Sabadia & Mike Shea: https://slyflourish.com/lazy_5e_monster_building_resource_document.html Tom Dunn: https://tomedunn.github.io/the-finished-book/monsters/monster-manual-2024/ 🧭 Tabletop Journeys Links: Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys Website: https://ttjourneys.com/ Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com #DnD #DungeonsAndDragons #DrHomebrew #TabletopJourneys #TTRPG #HomebrewMonsters #DungeonMaster #DMTips #StatBlock #DnD5e #HomebrewDnD #TableTopRPG #MonsterDesign #ChallengeRating #DMsGuild #FoundryVTT #NPC #RPG #TabletopGaming #DnDCommunity

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  5. Talking Star Trek Preservations with Lt. Neelan - (S3 Bonus Ep)

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    Talking Star Trek Preservations with Lt. Neelan - (S3 Bonus Ep)

    Talking Star Trek Preservations with Lt. Neelan (S3 Bonus Ep) Go behind the scenes of Star Trek: Preservations as we sit down with Lt. Neelan for a deep dive into Season 3. This bonus episode explores the character’s evolution, the scientific and emotional challenges faced aboard the U.S.S. Dilamus Christian, and how key moments shaped the trajectory of the crew. From high-stakes decision-making to the quiet personal beats that define leadership in Starfleet, this conversation highlights the collaborative storytelling that drives Tabletop Journeys. We also discuss how Star Trek Adventures mechanics support narrative tension, character growth, and meaningful consequences at the table. Whether you are a GM, a player, or a fan of character-driven science fiction, this episode offers insight into the philosophy and execution behind one of our most impactful seasons. ---- Star Trek Adventures First Edition to Second Edition Conversions Free download and purchase information 🌐 https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloads Published by Modiphius Entertainment 🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell 📊 Project Manager: Jim Johnson 👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts) --- Our Latest Kickstarter was funded in under 6 hours; join the fun by checking out the link below: 🌐https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ttjourneys/make-100-the-bridgedwell-chronicles-part-1 Check our Library of Content: 🌐On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc 🌐On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llc Support the channel by subscribing to our Patreon page, and join the conversation and comment below; share the episode with your friends. And remember: ✅ Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode. ✅ Leave a comment if you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon at https://tr.ee/WqccYf4COR 🖖🚀🌌🎲 #TTRPG #2D20 #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #callyourboysttj #TabletopJourneys

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    What 35 Years Behind the Screen Taught Josh Heath About Designing TTRPGs (Episode 271)

    What happens when a veteran designer with 35 years of GMing experience asks himself: "What if He-Man was a mechanic, not just a character?" The answer is Swords and Science, and Josh Heath of High Level Games joins us to break it all down. Josh has spent decades studying how TTRPGs work, and that depth of knowledge shows in every design decision he made on this game. We dig into the Great Hero System, a brilliant concept that captures the DNA of 80s action cartoons like He-Man, She-Ra, Voltron, Thundarr the Barbarian, Power Rangers, and more. What evolves is a genuinely fresh tabletop experience where players aren't waiting to be the hero. They are the world the hero shows up to save. 🎲 In this episode: The clever design problem Josh solved to keep every player at the table engaged How the Great Hero System captures the feel of your favorite 80s cartoons mechanically A deep dive into the dice pool system at the heart of Swords and Science Josh's journey from lifelong He-Man fan to TTRPG publisher Whether you're a seasoned game designer, an 80s cartoon enthusiast, or just someone who wants to roll dice and summon a legend at the perfect moment, this one's for you. 🗡️⚡ ✅ Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an Episode 🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned in the Episode Swords and Science: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/560739/swords-and-science-ashcan-edition High Level Games: highlevelgames.ca Tabletop Journeys Links: 🧡 Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys 🦋 Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social 📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys 🌐 Website: https://ttjourneys.com/ 📧 Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com #TabletopJourneys #TabletopCafe #TTRPG #SwordsAndScience #JoshHeath #HighLevelGames #GameDesign #DicePool #HeMan #80sCartoons #Voltron #ThundarrTheBarbarian #PowerRangers #IndieRPG #TabletopGaming #RPGDesign #DungeonsAndDragons #PodcastInterview #TTRPGCommunity #RollForIt

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  7. Don’t Rebuy Your Books: The STA Conversion Guide System Explained

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    Don’t Rebuy Your Books: The STA Conversion Guide System Explained

    🎬 OtRP (S2 Ep 18) – Don’t Rebuy Your BooksWhat if upgrading your game didn’t cost you your collection?What if a new edition didn’t replace your library… but respected it?In this episode of On the Right Path, Lewanika breaks down one of the most important—and overlooked—features of Star Trek Adventures 2nd Edition: the free conversion guide system.This isn’t just about rules updates.This is about trust, continuity, and a design philosophy that puts your table first.Whether you’re a veteran GM with shelves full of 1E books or a new player deciding where to begin, this episode sets the stage for everything that follows in this series—showing you how to move forward without leaving anything behind.🖖 The mission stays the same.🚀 The systems just got better.📚 And your books? They still matter.----------------------------------------------------------------📥 Star Trek Adventures Credits & Resources📥 Free downloads & purchase info:🌐 https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloads🏢 Published by Modiphius Entertainment🎲 2d20 System Designer: ⭐ Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager ⭐ Jim Johnson🙌 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes🌐 Character Builder: https://sta.bcholmes.org/index.html🌐 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts--------------------------------------------------------------------🚀 Tabletop Journeys Content & SupportOur latest Kickstarter was funded in under 6 hours—join the fun:🌐 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ttjourneys/make-100-the-bridgedwell-chronicles-part-1🔗 Check our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llc--------------------------------------------------------------------🛠️ Support the ChannelSupport the channel by subscribing to Patreon. Join the conversation and comment below; share the episode with your friends.And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode✅ Leave a comment if you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station🌐 https://tr.ee/WqccYf4COR🖖🚀🌌🎲#TTRPG #2D20 #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #CallYourBoysTTJ #tabletopjourneys

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  8. OtRP (S2 Ep16) - Stop Making Perfect Characters

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    OtRP (S2 Ep16) - Stop Making Perfect Characters

    What if the problem with your character… is that nothing is wrong with them?Perfect characters look great on paper, but fall flat at the table.In this episode of On the Right Path, we break down why tension, contradiction, and imperfection are what make characters actually work, and how the best characters are built on contradiction: * Master in one world… rookie in another * Right answers… wrong process * Expertise that solves problems… and creates new ones-------------------------⭐ Star Trek Adventures Credits📥 Free downloads & purchase info: 🌐 https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloads🏢 Published by Modiphius Entertainment🎲 2d20 System Designer: ⭐ Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager ⭐ Jim Johnson🙌 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes 🌐 Character Builder: https://sta.bcholmes.org/index.html 🌐 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts-------------------------Our Latest Kickstarter was funded in under 6 hours; join the fun by checking out the link below: 🌐https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ttjourneys/make-100-the-bridgedwell-chronicles-part-1🔗 Check our Library of Content: 🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc 🌐On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcSupport the channel by subscribing to Patreon. Join the conversation and comment below; share the episode with your friends. And remember: ✅ Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode. ✅ Leave a comment if you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station, or check out our Patreon at https://tr.ee/WqccYf4COR 🖖🚀🌌🎲#techobable #TTRPG #2D20 #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #complications #CallYourBoysTTJ #tabletopjourneys

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Friends for much longer than any of them care to admit, your three hosts bring extensive RPG experience from even before they met. For almost 100 years combined, they have played in and ran tabletop and live action games of every stripe. Since then, they have discussed, argued, kibitzed, broken down, built up, rearranged, and dissected every imaginable topic, frequently in living rooms in front of horrified onlookers who couldn't get a word in edgewise. The Tabletop Journeys project started as friends wanting to get together over Zoom to talk about the games they were running, they stuff that they had bought, and things that they thought were cool. And now, we hope that you do too!

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