DM James, DM Glen, and TM Erik talk about those pointy-eared tree huggers: Elves! The three old grogs talk about how to add a little spice to your immortal spell-slingers and go beyond the traditional Fighter/Magic-User mix-up that are basic race-as-class elves. From the alien mindset of elves to their unique take on magic and
Class Act: Thieves In this episode DM James and DM Glen slip into back stab position to talk about B/X Thieves in all their incarnations! We start by talking about what makes a thief unique from other classes as well as their place in an adventuring party, then they get devious as they discuss how
The new crew is back for you! In Adventure 132 we’re hacking our way through classic D&D, talking about house rules, rules hacks, and the beautiful elasticity of the game. We give example of common house rules, complete rules overhauls that have their roots in classic D&D, offer advice on making rules modifications at the
After hovering on Death’s Door for a few rounds, Save or Die continues! Save or Die: Expert Edition bursts on to the scene with Swords & Wizardry Light – an ultralight folio sized incarnation of the flagship Frog God Games fantasy roleplaying game. Join DM James, DM Vince, TM Erik, and DM Glen as they
Taking a break from the cold, your DMigoes once again relax in the Email Hot Tub and catch up on (most) of 2016’s email bag. Discussions about prior shows (especially Jon Peterson’s view on saving throws), gaming stories, and opinions abound in this final Save or Die show for 2016. Relax, enjoy, and we’ll catch
Your favorite SoD-casters are on a journey… The Hero’s Journey that is! Attack of the Clones returns with this new RPG from James Spahn and Barrel Rider Games. Thrills, chills, and Original D&D and 1st edition Ad&D living together, mass hysteria! All this and more awaits you in this episode of the greatest Classic Dungeons
We at Save or Die do our best to review the products and companies of the Old School Renaissance, and as part of that effort we invited onto the show Bill Barsh, president of Pacesetter Games and Simulations. Pacesetter was one of the first companies to produce OSR compatible modules and supplements, and we will
The DMigoes at Save or Die are joined by fan fave host and author Jon Peterson to discuss the concept of the saving throw as a game mechanic. What does it reflect in game play? What were its origins? Is it vital to Classic D&D play or not? All is revealed this episode! Sites mentioned
The DMigoes step off the beaten track this episode — all the way to Old Blighty! TSR published a Dragon magazine for the U.K. in the 1980s called Imagine magazine, and one of its offerings was a Basic-Expert campaign world called Pelinore. Over the course of several articles this world was fleshed out for use
The DMigoes gather once again to discuss the important things in life — D&D minis! Tom Tullis of Fat Dragon games is on the ‘cast this time to talk about paper minis, paper terrain, and the wonderful world of minis that 3D printing allows for the frugal gamer. Pig-faced Orcs, Puppy Kobolds, and the vagarities
