Trailblazer Academy

1. Class Overview: Core - Cleric (1E)

Detailed overview of the 1E Cleric class published in the Core Rulebook.

Nov 04,2023 42:52

2. Class Overview: Core - Paladin (1E)

Detailed overview of the 1E Paladin class published in the Core Rulebook.

Oct 24,2021 59:54

3. Class Overview: Core - Monk (1E)

Detailed overview of the 1E Monk class published in the Core Rulebook.Caleb's audio may sound strange due to him using a new mic he had incorrectly configured. Future episodes will not have this problem.

Jul 04,2021 59:50

4. Class Overview: Base - Summoner (1E)

Detailed overview of the 1E Summoner class published in the Advanced Players Guide.

Feb 03,2021 01:09:47

5. 321 - Player vs Character [ft. Geoff 'iNcontroL' Robinson]

This episode covers the differences between being a player and acting as a character. Featuring the late Geoff 'iNcontroL' Robinson.

Oct 15,2020 52:27

6. 313 - Multiclassing (1E)

This episode covers everything you need to know about multiclassing.

Oct 10,2020 48:09

7. Ancestry Overview: Lizardfolk (2E)

Detailed overview of the Lizardfolk race (also known as Iruxi) published in Lost Omens: Character Guide (2E).

Sep 04,2020 21:48

8. 101 - Basic Mechanics (2E)

This episode is a must-listen for any first-time Pathfinder 2E players. Professors Caleb and Rob go over the basic mechanics of the game with something for new and knowledgeable players alike.

Aug 06,2020 31:42

9. Book Review: Core Rule Book (2E)

This episode reviews the Core Rule Book (2E).

Jul 01,2020 01:03:39

10. 314 - Metagaming [ft. Marcus 'djWHEAT' Graham from Twitch.tv]

This episode covers the differences between good and bad metagaming. Featuring special guest Marcus 'djWHEAT' Graham, Head of Creator Development at Twitch. Visit djWHEAT's twitch channel here: https://www.twitch.tv/djwheat

Jul 01,2020 57:19

11. We're Out of Hiatus!

We're out of Hiatus! We've renamed the podcast Trailblazer Academy and new episodes will be coming out for both 1st and 2nd edition, alongside remasters of our back catalog!

Jul 01,2020 07:26

12. Book Review: Advanced Player's Guide (1E)

This episode reviews the Advanced Player's Guide (1E).There is a clean version of this episode on this feed as well, should you prefer that.

Apr 25,2019 01:29:52

13. Book Review: Advanced Player's Guide (1E) [clean]

This episode reviews the Advanced Player's Guide (1E).This is a clean version of this episode. You can find the full episode with 40 minutes of additional content on this feed.

Apr 25,2019 50:43

14. 320 - Comedy [ft. Brockett Vola & Dan Hall from Biggest Fan Podcast]

This episode covers ideas on how to utilize comedy in your game. Featuring Brockett Vola & Dan Hall from the Biggest Fan Podcast.This episode had to be recorded via Skype and all on one track, as such there is reduced audio quality - our apologies.

Feb 21,2019 01:19:37

15. Class Overview: Core - Rogue (1E) [ft. Dan Tharp from Paizo]

Detailed overview of the 1E Rogue class published in the Core Rulebook. Featuring Dan Tharp from Paizo.

Feb 03,2019 01:07:54

16. Book Review: Ultimate Psionics (1E) (3P)

This episode covers the 3rd party 1E book Ultimate Psionics published by Dreamscarred Press.This episode was sponsored. Want to sponsor an episode? Visit http://www.tblazer.net/sponsor-an-episode for details.

Jan 01,2019 01:17:03

17. 2nd Edition Playtest Feedback

After having a lot of experience with the Pathfinder 2nd Edition Playtest we're ready to give you our feedback on the playtest system. From playing through and GMing the entire Playtest Adventure Path Doomsday Dawn on the feedback schedule, to GMing our own home games afterword, we spent a lot of time with the system.We will be discussing the system at it's most current updated state (1.6). This episode was recorded on 12/19.

Dec 20,2018 04:14:21

18. 312 - GM Fiat

This episode covers how to handle GM Fiat and lying to your players.

Dec 13,2018 45:10

19. 150th Episode Special [ft. Mark Moreland from Paizo]

Join us as we celebrate 150 episodes of quality teachings the only way we know how - talking about Catfolk! Featuring special guest, Paizo's own Franchise Manager, Mark Moreland!

Dec 06,2018 43:33

20. Class Overview: Core - Druid (1E)

Detailed overview of the 1E Druid class published in the Core Rulebook.

Nov 15,2018 32:13

21. 309 - Inspiration from Other Media

This episodes covers ideas around using and being inspired by other media.

Nov 08,2018 01:03:26

22. Party Episode 2018! [ft. Andrew] [ft. Johan from GrethSC] [ft. Robert Dunn]

We got together 5 guys from the interwebs including Andrew formerly of Tales from the Lich, Rob past guest of Trailblazer Academy, Johan voice-over arist for the Trailblazer Network, Christian co-professor of Trailblazer Academy, and Caleb founder of the Trailblazer Network to play games and shoot the breeze. We're so proud that you guys choose to spend your time listening to this network and the shows on it. Please make use of the Discord server to talk with the Trailblazers crew and fellow fan

Oct 31,2018 54:40

23. 308 - Horror

This episode covers rules and tips on how to utilize Horror in your game. This episode builds off of concepts introduced in Horror Adventures (1E).

Oct 18,2018 01:50:46

24. Book Review: Book of the Damned (1E) [ft. Perram from Know Direction]

This episode covers the Book of the Damned (1E). Featuring special guest Perram from the Know Direction Podcast. Listen to Perram's podcast Know Direction: http://knowdirectionpodcast.com/

Oct 11,2018 01:32:33

25. 319 - Race Builder (1E)

This episodes covers rules on how to build player races in 1E using rules presented in the Advanced Race Guide.

Oct 04,2018 55:36

26. 318 - Monster Builder (1E)

This episode covers rules on how to build monsters in 1E using rules presented mainly in Bestairy 1 and expanded on in the further Bestiaries.

Sep 27,2018 34:26

27. Archetype Overview: Shifter - Adapative Shifter (1E)

This episode covers the Adaptive Shifter arcehtype for the 1E Shifter introduced in Distant Realms.

Sep 20,2018 30:04

28. Archetype Overview: Slayer - Ankou's Shadow (1E)

This episode covers the Ankou's Shadow arcehtype for the Slayer introduced in Legacy of the First World (1E).This episode was sponsored. Want to sponsor an episode? Visit http://www.tblazer.net/sponsor-an-episode for details.

Sep 13,2018 18:38

29. Race Overview: Ganzi (1E)

Detailed overview of the Gnazi race published in Planar Adventures (1E).

Sep 06,2018 13:15

30. Book Review: Mythic Adventures (1E) [ft. Robert Dunn]

This episode reviews Mythic Adventures (1E).

Aug 30,2018 01:34:44

31. Race Overview: Duskwalker (1E)

Detailed overview of the Duskwalker race published in Planar Adventures (1E).

Aug 23,2018 12:58

32. 412 - Mass Combat (1E)

This episode covers the Mass Combat subsystem introduced in Ultimate Campaign (1E).This episode was sponsored. Want to sponsor an episode? Visit http://www.tblazer.net/sponsor-an-episode for details.

Aug 17,2018 56:38

33. Book Review: Planar Adventures (1E)

This episode reviews Planar Adventures (1E), the last book in the core 1st edition line.Springtime by Pierre-Auguste Cot (nsfw art): https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/438158

Aug 09,2018 01:32:46

34. Archetype Overview: Bard - Archaeologist (1E)

This episode covers the Archaeologist archetype for the Bard introduced in Ultimate Combat (1E).This episode was sponsored. Want to sponsor an episode? Visit http://www.tblazer.net/sponsor-an-episode for details.

Aug 02,2018 23:49

35. 317 - NPC Builder (1E)

This episode covers rules on how to build NPCs using the specific classes made for NPCs.

Jul 26,2018 18:38

36. Race Overview: Aphorite (1E)

Detailed overview of the Aphorite race published in Planar Adventures (1E).

Jul 19,2018 09:01

37. Sponsor an Episode!

You can sponsor an episode about nearly any subject to have Caleb & Christian record an episode on it!Visit http://www.tblazer.net/sponsor-an-episode for details.

Jul 18,2018 03:12

38. Book Review: GameMastery Guide (1E)

This episode reviews the GameMastery Guide (1E).

Jul 12,2018 51:45

39. Class Overview: Occult - Spiritualist (1E) (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over the Phantoms' stats and emotional foci.

Jul 05,2018 49:30

40. Class Overview: Occult - Spiritualist (1E)

Detailed overview of the Spiritualist class published in Occult Adventures (1E).

Jun 28,2018 47:39

41. 305 - Usefull Magic Items & Gear (1E) (Extra Credit)

In this episode we cover a large list of useful mundane items and gear. The show notes contain the list of items as well as criteria we used and list of books we had access to when looking at the items.Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1soiO1y3ZcVsSElT9yr0OMlbUPYDoYC-idPuLL4PHLCo/edit?usp=sharing

Jun 21,2018 02:11:54

42. 304 - Inclusion [ft. Geoff 'iNcontroL' Robinson]

This episode covers topics of inclusion, answering three foundational questions that TTRPG players will inevitably come across. Featuring special guest Geoff 'iNcontroL' Robinson.

Jun 14,2018 01:05:17

43. 310 - Creating Good Villains [ft. Kyle Fergusson from Amove TV]

This episode covers traits and certain uses of villains so you can create good villains for use in your games.

Jun 07,2018 01:32:12

44. Class Overview: Fighter (1E) [ft. Crystal Frasier from Paizo]

Detailed overview of the Fighter class published in the Core Rulebook (1E).

May 31,2018 01:00:06

45. Class Overview: Gunslinger (1E)

Detailed overview of the Gunslinger class published in Ultimate Combat (1E).

May 24,2018 01:05:02

46. 305 - Usefull Magic Items & Gear (1E)

This episode covers a large list of useful magic items. Gear will be covered in the extra credit. The show notes contain the list of items as well as criteria we used and list of books we had access to when looking at the items.Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1soiO1y3ZcVsSElT9yr0OMlbUPYDoYC-idPuLL4PHLCo/edit?usp=sharingEditor's Note: There are a few times (mostly in the beginning of the episode) where my plosives make a weird effect on the audio. This is because I was too close to

May 17,2018 02:56:52

47. Class Overview: Bard (1E)

Detailed overview of the Bard class published in the Core Rulebook (1E).

May 10,2018 50:39

48. Class Overview: Barbarian (1E)

Detailed overview of the Barbarian class published in the Core Rulebook (1E).

Mar 29,2018 34:43

49. Book Review: Core Rule Book (1E)

This episode reviews the Core Rule Book (1E).

Mar 01,2018 51:03

50. 307 - Roleplaying your Alignment [ft. Johan from GrethSC]

This episode covers how to and whether you should roleplay your alignment, and what effects the Alignment system have on the game.Featuring special guest Johan from GrethSC.Visit Johan's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCesqVQjpqMSeuuzFa8sJiaASandwich Alignment Chart: https://i1.wp.com/media.boingboing.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/C-wyhyfXYAALcbz-1.jpg?fit=1200%2C825&ssl=1Bread Bag Alignment Chart: https://laughingsquid.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/bread-bag-alignment-chart.

Feb 22,2018 01:14:41

51. 208 - Online vs IRL (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over playing without a battle mat.

Feb 15,2018 30:43

52. Class Overview: Kineticist (1E)

Detailed overview of the Kineticist class published in Occult Adventures (1E).

Feb 01,2018 57:15

53. How I Edit the Podcast

This episode covers the editing techniques I use to edit an episode of Pathfinder Academy. This includes examples of what audio sounds like before and after I edit it, as well as estimations of how long the process takes and how much of the audio is left after all is said and done.We write the notes.We record the episode. We use a free program called audacity that allows us to record our audio. We both use the “U37 USB Studio Condenser Recording Microphone” made by CAD. Previously I used a diffe

Jan 28,2018 08:17

54. Book Review: Bestiary 2 (1E)

This episode reviews Bestiary 2 (1E).

Jan 26,2018 01:13:44

55. Pathfinder Academy Trailer

Join professors Caleb & Christian as they teach you all about the Pathfinder RPG. We talk about game mechanics, review classes, discuss GM and player techniques, and much more! From beginners to experts, everyone can attend this class for a great time.Visit our site at www.tblazer.net

Jan 25,2018 01:18

56. Race Overview: Vine Leshy (1E)

Overview of the Vine Leshy race published in Ultimate Wilderness (1E).

Jan 19,2018 31:29

57. Book Review: Ultimate Wilderness (1E)

This episode reviews Ultimate Wilderness (1E).

Jan 05,2018 01:34:12

58. Class Overview: Shifter (1E) (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over the archetypes introduced with the class and two of our own example builds.

Dec 28,2017 56:21

59. 402 - Automatic Bonus Progression (1E)

This episode covers the pros and cons of the Automatic Bonus Progression alternate rules introduced in Pathfinder Unchained (1E).

Dec 14,2017 55:40

60. Book Review: Technology Guide (1E) [ft. Tim from Trailblazers]

This episode reviews the Technology Guide, a Sci-Fi based player companion.

Dec 07,2017 01:08:31

61. Class Overview: Shifter (1E)

Detailed overview of the Shifter class published in Ultimate Wilderness (1E).

Nov 30,2017 49:18

62. Race Overview: PC Race Wish List (1E)

In this episode we discuss races we want to see next, as well as look back at the RO series.

Nov 23,2017 01:23:54

63. Race Overview: Monsters as PCs (1E)

This episode covers how to play as monsters.

Nov 16,2017 21:13

64. Race Overview: Yaddithian (1E)

Overview of the Yaddithian race published in Bestiary 6 (1E).

Nov 09,2017 16:01

65. Race Overview: Rougarou (1E)

Overview of the Rougarou race published in Bestiary 6 (1E).

Nov 02,2017 16:14

66. Party Episode 2017! [ft. Andrew & Paul from Tales from the Lich] [ft. Tim from Trailblazers]

We got together 5 guys from the interwebs including Andrew & Paul from Tales from the Lich, Tim from Trailblazers, Christian co-professor of Pathfinder Academy, and Caleb founder of the Trailblazer Network to play games and shoot the breeze. We're so proud that you guys choose to spend your time listening to this network and the shows on it. Please make use of the new Discord server to talk with the Trailblazers crew and fellow fans!Note: This episode includes adult humor. Listener discretion is

Oct 31,2017 55:50

67. Race Overview: Naiad (1E)

Detailed overview of the Naiad race published in Bestiary 6 (1E).

Oct 26,2017 17:10

68. Race Overview: Munavri (1E)

Detailed overview of the Munavri race published in Bestiary 6 (1E).

Oct 19,2017 13:07

69. Race Overview: Monkey Goblin (1E)

Detailed overview of the Monkey Goblin race published in Bestiary 6 (1E).

Oct 12,2017 09:26

70. Race Overview: Skinwalker (1E)

Detailed overview of the Skinwalker race published in Bestiary 5 (1E).

Oct 05,2017 09:33

71. Race Overview: Shabti (1E)

Detailed overview of the Shabti race published in Bestiary 5 (1E).

Sep 28,2017 11:48

72. Race Overview: Reptoid (1E)

Detailed overview of the Reptoid race published in Bestiary 5 (1E).

Sep 21,2017 14:37

73. Race Overview: Orang-Pendak (1E)

Detailed overview of the Orang-Pendak race published in Bestiary 5 (1E).

Sep 14,2017 14:52

74. Race Overview: Ghoran (1E)

Overview of the Ghoran race published in Ultimate Wilderness (1E).

Jan 12,2018 30:17

75. Race Overview: Deep One Hybrid (1E)

Detailed overview of the Deep One Hybrid published in Bestiary 5 (1E).

Aug 31,2017 13:12

76. Race Overview: Caligni (1E)

Detailed overview of the Caligni (also known as Dark Folk) published in Bestiary 5 (1E).

Aug 24,2017 15:21

77. Race Overview: Astomoi (1E)

Detailed overview of the Astomoi race published in Bestiary 5 (1E).

Aug 17,2017 12:59

78. Race Overview: Android (1E)

Detailed overview of the Android race published in Bestiary 5 (1E).

Aug 10,2017 11:57

79. Class Overview: Ninja (1E)

Detailed overview of the Ninja class published in Ultimate Combat (1E).

Aug 04,2017 46:13

80. Race Overview: Wyvaran (1E)

Detailed overview of the Wyvaran race published in Bestiary 4 (1E).

Jul 20,2017 13:41

81. Race Overview: Wyrwood (1E)

Detailed overview of the Wyrwood race published in Bestiary 4 (1E).

Jul 13,2017 21:55

82. Book Review: Bestiary 1 (1E)

This episode reviews Bestiary 1 (1E).

Jul 06,2017 01:49:25

83. 302 - Roleplaying Your Stats [ft. Paul from Tales from the Lich]

This episodes covers how to and whether you should roleplay your stats, or hold your players to exactly what their ability scores would dictate.Featuring special guest Paul from Tales from the Lich (formerly Softly Speaking Sanskrit).Also featuring a cameo from F. Wesley Schneider (co-creator of Pathfinder).Visit Paul's site at www.talesfromthelich.com

Jun 29,2017 01:12:06

84. Interview with F. Wesley Schneider (Co-Creator of Pathfinder!)

An interview with F. Wesley Schneider, co-creator of the Pathfinder Roleplaying Game and author of the Bloodbound novel (that we reviewed in the past) who recently left Paizo. We talk to him about this phase of his career, Bloodbound, and his obsession with horror.

Jun 22,2017 01:31:19

85. Race Overview: Trox (1E)

Detailed overview of the Trox race published in Bestiary 4 (1E).

Jun 15,2017 14:46

86. Race Overview: Kasatha (1E)

Detailed overview of the Kasatha race published in Bestiary 4 (1E).

Jun 09,2017 23:31

87. Race Overview: Gathlain (1E)

Overview of the Gathlain race published in Ultimate Wilderness (1E).

Dec 21,2017 32:29

88. Race Overview: Wayang (1E)

Detailed overview of the Wayang race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

May 25,2017 23:30

89. Race Overview: Vishkanya (1E)

Detailed overview of the Vishkanya race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

May 18,2017 25:51

90. Race Overview: Vanara (1E)

Detailed overview of the Vanara race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

May 11,2017 25:01

91. Race Overview: Svirfneblin (1E)

Detailed overview of the Svirfneblin race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

May 05,2017 20:32

92. Race Overview: Suli (1E)

Detailed overview of the Suli published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Apr 27,2017 27:08

93. Race Overview: Strix (1E)

Detailed overview of the Strix race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Apr 20,2017 21:29

94. Race Overview: Samsaran (1E)

Detailed overview of the Samsaran race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Apr 14,2017 22:54

95. Race Overview: Nagaji (1E)

Detailed overview of the Nagaji race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Apr 06,2017 19:55

96. Race Overview: Merfolk (1E)

Detailed overview of the Merfolk race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Mar 30,2017 22:08

97. Race Overview: Kitsune (1E)

Detailed overview of the Kitsune race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Mar 23,2017 25:48

98. Race Overview: Grippli (1E)

Detailed overview of the Grippli race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Mar 17,2017 23:05

99. Race Overview: Gillman (1E)

Detailed overview of the Gillman race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Mar 09,2017 18:04

100. Race Overview: Duergar (1E)

Detailed overview of the Duergar race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Mar 02,2017 20:48

101. Race Overview: Changeling (1E)

Detailed overview of the Changeling race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Feb 23,2017 15:22

102. Bookfair: Hellknight

In this episode we cover Hellknight, a novel by Liane Merciel.

Feb 16,2017 01:51:48

103. Race Overview: Undine (1E)

Detailed overview of the Undine race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Feb 10,2017 40:46

104. Race Overview: Tiefling (1E)

Detailed overview of the Tiefling race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Feb 02,2017 33:36

105. Race Overview: Tengu (1E)

Detailed overview of the Tengu race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Jan 26,2017 31:56

106. Race Overview: Sylph (1E)

Detailed overview of the Sylph race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Jan 19,2017 24:12

107. Race Overview: Ratfolk (1E)

Detailed overview of the Ratfolk race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Jan 12,2017 23:59

108. Race Overview: Oread (1E)

Detailed overview of the Oread race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Jan 05,2017 26:28

109. Race Overview: Orc (1E)

Detailed overview of the Orc race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Dec 22,2016 35:04

110. Race Overview: Kobold (1E)

Detailed overview of the Kobold race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Dec 16,2016 29:05

111. Race Overview: Ifrit (1E)

Detailed overview of the Ifrit race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Dec 08,2016 42:29

112. Race Overview: Hobgoblin (1E)

Detailed overview of the Hobgoblin race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Nov 24,2016 31:53

113. Race Overview: Goblin (1E)

Detailed overview of the Goblin race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).Paizo's Down Image: http://imgur.com/a/dH82r

Nov 17,2016 32:49

114. Race Overview: Fetchling (1E)

Detailed overview of the Fetchling race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Nov 11,2016 28:42

115. Race Overview: Drow (1E)

Detailed overview of the Drow race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Nov 03,2016 36:16

116. Party Episode 2016! [ft. Andrew from Tales from the Lich]

We got together 4 guys from the interwebs including Andrew from Softly Speaking Sanskrit, Ryan who previously guest-starred on Pathfinder Academy, Christian co-professor of Pathfinder Academy, and Caleb founder of the Trailblazer Network to play games like 'the % game' and 'family feud' and shoot the breeze. We're so proud that you guys choose to spend your time listening to this network and the shows on it. Please make use of the twitter we set up solely so we can have more dialog with you, the

Oct 31,2016 01:09:40

117. Bookfair: Pirate's Prophecy

In this episode we cover Pirate's Prophecy, a novel by Chris A. Jackson.

Jul 07,2016 01:02:48

118. Race Overview: Dhampir (1E)

Detailed overview of the Dhampir race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).Video from Rollplay that I described: https://youtu.be/QglPcZ7cXaY

Jul 01,2016 37:25

119. Race Overview: Catfolk (1E)

Detailed overview of the Catfolk race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Jun 23,2016 28:34

120. Race Overview: Aasimar (1E)

Detailed overview of the Aasimar race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Jun 16,2016 38:07

121. Race Overview: Human (1E)

Detailed overview of the Human race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Jun 09,2016 52:47

122. Race Overview: Halfling (1E)

Detailed overview of the Halfling race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Jun 02,2016 41:40

123. Race Overview: Half-orc (1E)

Detailed overview of the Half-orc race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

May 26,2016 58:21

124. Race Overview: Gnome (1E)

Detailed overview of the Gnome race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

May 19,2016 41:48

125. Race Overview: Half-elf (1E)

Detailed overview of the Half-elf race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

May 12,2016 35:54

126. 301 - Miniatures & Dice [ft. Chris Rowan & Chris Boyce]

This episode covers details regarding not only miniatures and dice, but other such paraphernalia & accoutrement. Featuring two special guests Chris Rowan and Chris Boyce! D100 Writeup: https://www.reddit.com/r/Pathfinder_RPG/comments/3v8u3y/indepth_analysis_of_reading_a_d100/

May 06,2016 01:28:36

127. Race Overview: Elf (1E)

Detailed overview of the Elf race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Apr 29,2016 37:39

128. Race Overview: Dwarf (1E)

Detailed overview of the Dwarf race published in Advanced Race Guide (1E).

Apr 21,2016 44:04

129. 211 - Storytelling Tips [ft. Andrew from Tales from the Lich]

This episode covers tips in regards to successful storytelling, from wide subjects like how to begin, continue, and end your campaign, to complicated topics like how to deal with time travel. In this episode we have a guest with more GM experience than both Christian and Caleb combined! Andrew from Tales from the Lich (formerly Softly Speaking Sanskrit).Visit Andrew's site at www.talesfromthelich.com

Apr 14,2016 02:09:29

130. 50th Episode & 1-Year Anniversary of Trailblazer Network

Join us as we take a look back at 50 episodes of quality teachings! Get out the cake and blow out the candles with us as we celebrate one year of the Trailblazer network, with retrospectives on it's humble beginnings, and where we stand now.

Apr 07,2016 01:09:07

131. 210 - GMing Philosophies

This episode covers some pretty controversial topics regarding philosophies that GMs have on how they run their games answering questions like, 'Do you always do whatever the dice tell you?' 'Optimized' and 'De-optimzed' sound bites taken from this channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/commentiquette

Mar 24,2016 01:32:32

132. 209 - Pre-mades vs Homebrew Campaigns

This episode covers differences in how you prepare for and run a Homebrew campaign vs a Pre-made one.

Mar 17,2016 01:05:20

133. Bookfair: Bloodbound

In this episode we cover Bloodbound, a novel by F. Wesley Schneider, co-creator of the Pathfidner RPG.Author's AMA: https://www.reddit.com/r/Fantasy/comments/41pnpu/im_f_wesley_schneider_author_of_bloodbound_and/

Mar 10,2016 01:49:02

134. 208 - Online vs IRL

This episode covers differences in playing Pathfinder in real life vs playing it online.

Feb 25,2016 44:44

135. 207 - Romance [ft. Kyle Fergusson from Amove TV]

This episode covers how romance can be involved on your campaign with special guest Kyle Fergusson from Amove TV!Visit Kyle's site at www.kylefergusson.com

Feb 18,2016 01:01:44

136. 206 - How to Reward Your Players

This episode covers how to reward your players whether it be with loot or story progression, as well as how to correct things if you've given them too much loot.

Feb 11,2016 40:29

137. 205 - Making Good Encounters (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over our more encounters we've participated in or created that illustrate helpful points about encounter building.

Feb 04,2016 56:25

138. 205 - Making Good Encounters

This episode covers how to create interesting and fun encounters for your players. Covers things from average encounters, to boss battles.

Feb 04,2016 01:01:06

139. 204 - House Rules (1E)

This episode covers different house rules we use for first edition. Listen to get ideas on what house rules you might want to add to your personal list.

Jan 28,2016 01:04:49

140. Class Overview: Warpriest (1E) (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over the archetypes available in the book the class was introduced and two of our own example builds.

Jan 21,2016 01:15:44

141. Class Overview: Warpriest (1E)

Detailed overview of the Warpriest class published in the Advanced Class Guide (1E).

Jan 21,2016 43:54

142. 203 - Character Death

This episode covers the intricacies of the death of a player-controlled character, and how to handle character death in a fair way and how to keep the players in mind as you do that.

Jan 14,2016 55:58

143. Class Overview: Swashbuckler (1E) (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over the archetypes available in the book the class was introduced and two of our own example builds.

Dec 03,2015 59:15

144. Class Overview: Swashbuckler (1E)

Detailed overview of the Swashbuckler class published in the Advanced Class Guide (1E).

Dec 03,2015 49:46

145. 202 - Player Types and Conflict (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over our own Player Type categories and how to handle kicking out a player.

Nov 26,2015 17:57

146. 202 - Player Types and Conflict

This episode covers the different types of players you might interact with and how to deal with conflict. This episode builds off of concepts introduced in the GameMastery Guide (1E).

Nov 26,2015 01:14:17

147. Class Overview: Slayer (1E) (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over the archetypes available in the book the class was introduced and two of our own example builds.

Nov 05,2015 51:49

148. Class Overview: Slayer (1E)

Detailed overview of the Slayer class published in the Advanced Class Guide (1E).

Nov 05,2015 26:43

149. Party Episode 2015! [ft. Kyle Fergusson from Amove TV] [ft. Andrew from S.S.S.]

Originally known as the 5000 Play Spectacular, a special celebratory episode and extravaganza. To celebrate 5000 plays we got together 5 guys from the interwebs including Kyle Fergusson from Amove.tv, Andrew from Softly Speaking Sanskrit, Ryan who previously guest-starred on Pathfinder Academy, Christian co-professor of Pathfinder Academy, and Caleb founder of the Trailblazer Network.We get together and play games like 'never have I ever' and 'would you rather' and just kinda hang out. We're so

Oct 30,2015 01:16:49

150. 201 - GMing Basics (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over table etiquette, difference between Host & GM, and other stuff like miniatures and battle mats.

Oct 29,2015 34:00

151. 201 - GMing Basics (1E)

This episode is a must-listen for any first-time Pathfinder RPG GMs. Professors Caleb and Christian go over the basics of how to run a session as a GM.

Oct 29,2015 38:02

152. Class Overview: Skald (1E) (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over the archetypes available in the book the class was introduced and two of our own example builds.

Oct 22,2015 46:03

153. Class Overview: Skald (1E)

Detailed overview of the Skald class published in the Advanced Class Guide (1E).

Oct 22,2015 36:15

154. 107 - Character Creation (Extra Credit) [ft. Andrew from S.S.S.]

In this extra credit episode guest professor Andrew from the Softly Speaking Sanskrit actual play podcast joins us to go over how to come up with unique and fun characters.Visit Andrew's site at: www.softlyspeakingsanskrit.com

Oct 15,2015 01:30:00

155. 107 - Character Creation (1E)

This episode goes over how to make a first edition character from scratch. Feel free to download a character sheet and follow along. Here are links to the sheet we made during this episode: http://vignette4.wikia.nocookie.net/pdd/images/d/d8/JeevesCharacterSheetPage1.JPG/revision/latest?cb=20151015031032http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/pdd/images/2/27/JeevesCharacterSheetPage2.JPG/revision/latest?cb=20151015031042

Oct 15,2015 01:06:47

156. Class Overview: Shaman (1E) (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over the archetypes available in the book the class was introduced and two of our own example builds.

Oct 07,2015 52:11

157. Class Overview: Shaman (1E)

Detailed overview of the Shaman class published in the Advanced Class Guide (1E).

Oct 07,2015 55:07

158. 106 - Party Roles

This episode covers what party roles look like in Pathfinder. You won't be seeing your Tank, DPS, and Healer in this list!

Oct 01,2015 33:24

159. Class Overview: Investigator (1E) (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over the archetypes available in the book the class was introduced and two of our own example builds.

Jul 09,2015 52:18

160. Class Overview: Investigator (1E)

Detailed overview of the Investigator class published in the Advanced Class Guide (1E).

Jul 09,2015 51:53

161. 105 - Equipment (1E) (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over buying enchanted weapons and armor in first edition.

Jun 11,2015 11:38

162. 105 - Equipment (1E)

This episode covers how equipment works both magical and mundane. Make sure to check out the extra credit where we go over buying enchanted weapons and armor.

Jun 11,2015 55:32

163. Class Overview: Hunter (1E) (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over the archetypes available in the book the class was introduced and two of our own example builds.

Jun 04,2015 28:43

164. Class Overview: Hunter (1E)

Detailed overview of the Hunter class published in the Advanced Class Guide (1E).

Jun 04,2015 44:42

165. 104 - Combat Detailed: Magic (1E) (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over words of power, an alternate spell-casting rule set.

May 28,2015 34:25

166. 104 - Combat Detailed: Magic (1E)

This episode covers all the different kind of actions you can take in combat in regard to combat with magic. Make sure to check out extra credit where we go over words of power.

May 28,2015 01:16:53

167. Class Overview: Brawler (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over the archetypes introduced with the class and two of our own example builds.

May 21,2015 44:37

168. Class Overview: Brawler (1E)

Detailed overview of the Brawler class published in the Advanced Class Guide (1E).

May 21,2015 33:34

169. 103 - Combat Detailed: Weapons (1E) (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over the mounted combat, underwater combat, an extended grapple example, and a list of the conditions you can incur.Grapple Charts: http://www.d20pfsrd.com/gamemastering/combat#TOC-Grapple

May 15,2015 01:13:19

170. 103 - Combat Detailed: Weapons (1E)

This episode goes over all the different kind of actions you can take in combat in regard to combat with weapons. Make sure to check out extra credit where we go over the mounted and underwater combat, possible conditions you can contract, as well as some useful charts for grappling and attacks of opportunity.

May 14,2015 01:18:28

171. Class Overview: Bloodrager (1E) (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over the archetypes introduced with the class and two of our own example builds.

May 08,2015 01:05:42

172. Class Overview: Bloodrager (1E)

Detailed overview of the Bloodrager class published in the Advanced Class Guide (1E).

May 07,2015 27:14

173. 102 - Skills Detailed (1E) (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over the Craft skill in more detail.

May 01,2015 34:32

174. 102 - Skills Detailed: Part 2 (1E)

This episodes covers, in detail, all of the skills available to characters in the game. Make sure to check out extra credit where we go over the Craft skill in more detail.

Apr 30,2015 01:25:31

175. 102 - Skills Detailed: Part 1 (1E)

This episode cover, in detail, all of the skills available to characters in the game. Make sure to check out extra credit where we go over the Craft skill in more detail.

Apr 23,2015 01:33:37

176. Class Overview: Arcanist (1E) (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over the archetypes introduced with the class and two of our own example builds.

Apr 17,2015 53:43

177. Class Overview: Arcanist (1E)

Detailed overview of the Arcanist class published in the Advanced Class Guide (1E).

Apr 17,2015 01:04:20

178. 101 - Basic Mechanics (1E) (Extra Credit)

In this extra credit we go over common terms you'll hear when playing or talking about tabletop RPGs.

Apr 09,2015 32:53

179. 101 - Basic Mechanics (1E)

This episode is a must-listen for any first-time Pathfinder RPG players. Professors Caleb and Christian go over the basic mechanics of the game with something for new and knowledgeable players alike.

Apr 09,2015 35:50

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