You guys. I’m devastated. Giles died. variety.com/2026/tv/news...

I talked to MCDM lead designer James Introcaso about how Draw Steel flips the script on boring D&D resting and resource mechanics, introducing a truly heroic gameplay loop.

The MOHRG will send you to the MORGUE. Full video at https://youtu.be/iALbqBFZ-fk

Discover the best sci-fi TTRPGs that are completely worth skipping a D&D night to play.

The BEST lycanthrope, fins down! Full video at https://youtu.be/iALbqBFZ-fk

I'm not a D&D hater, but it's run its course for me. Here's why Nimble is my go-to TTRPG for heroic fantasy.

So THAT;s why I always forget why I walked into a room! Full video at https://youtu.be/iALbqBFZ-fk

Is it getting foggy in here?! Full video at https://youtu.be/iALbqBFZ-fk

Short Rest Studios is leveling up! I’m rebranding as your scout - bringing back the recon on TTRPG systems to give you Fuel for the Quest. Expect a new logo, site, and a focus on the games you love. See you at the campfire!

WANT! The new Darkest Dungeon dice from Misty Mountain Gaming look AMAZING. (You can get 10% off with code SHORTRESTSTUDIOS) https://mistymountaingaming.com/collections/darkest-dungeon-collection

In these highlights from my conversation with creator Evan Diaz, we look at how Nimble RPG targets the 5e combat slog by re-engineering monster design.

It PUKES on you BEFORE it eats you. Full video at https://youtu.be/iALbqBFZ-fk

Stop letting unplayed TTRPG rulebooks collect dust on your shelf because you’re afraid of not knowing the math. YouTube link in bio. youtu.be/ouhZyw_jzS0

This has GOT to be the goofiest D&D monster of all time. Full video at https://youtu.be/iALbqBFZ-fk

This guy SUCKS... magic... from your magic items. Full video at https://youtu.be/iALbqBFZ-fk

Adventurers, this kind lady is fighting for her life. Jodi and her husband Clint are gamers and TTRPG designers - stalwarts of the industry. And they sure could use our help.

I mean, listen, I already hated spiders. Full video at https://youtu.be/iALbqBFZ-fk

Building urban encounters for my Nimble TTRPG campaign live!

🐉 Are you running dragons like big lizards?

I get itchy just thinking about these guys. Full video at https://youtu.be/iALbqBFZ-fk

Discover five tabletop RPGs that nail the gritty, low-magic feel of Sword and Sorcery better than D&D 5e ever could.

AD&D's Mischievous Gem-Headed Monster. Full video at https://youtu.be/iALbqBFZ-fk

Remember this guy? The bridge that EATS YOU. Full video at youtu.be/iALbqBFZ-fk

Doing some DM prep for my Phandelver and Below campaign right now! twitch.tv/shortreststu...

I'm playing some Baldur's Gate 3 right now. Come and chat!

Make your gnolls tactical! Full video at https://youtu.be/zbZtiNhIx_I

Hot take: D&D and Tolkien don’t really go together.

The most FIENDISH gnolls of all! Full video at https://youtu.be/zbZtiNhIx_I

Come hang with me while I play some Baldur's Gate 3 tonight at 7 p.m. Central! https://twitch.tv/shortreststudios

These Demon Doggos are savage hunters that target the weakest! Full video at https://youtu.be/zbZtiNhIx_I

Gnolls are chaotic evil nomads that devour everything! Full video at https://youtu.be/zbZtiNhIx_I

The monster stat blocks I built for my Obsidian DM notes make me a better game master. And I'm giving them to you!

Come chat while we see how fast I can die. Live now playing some Baldur's Gate 3!

Live now doing session prep for my next D& 5e session of Phandelver & Below: The Shattered Obelisk!

Tabletop RPG stat blocks aren't just math problems; they are the sheet music for your adventure.  

WHAT ARE YOU DOING TO THOSE CATS?!

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If you've been considering becoming part of the Adventurers Guild on Patreon, I've got some news for you! www.patreon.com/posts/guild-...

I'm not an addict. I can stop anytime I want. ** Get 10% off dice and accessories at mistymountaingaming.com with code shortreststudios **

Show some VALOUR for character progression in The One Ring. Full video at https://youtu.be/MXvwVp6JRoY

The best heroes have culture, callings, and shadow points! Full video at https://youtu.be/MXvwVp6JRoY

D&D or the One Ring? Depends where you find your fun. Full video at https://youtu.be/MXvwVp6JRoY

MCDM’s Draw Steel fixes the superhero problem common in D&D 5e characters with Complications.

THIS is brutal... unlike D&D. Full video at https://youtu.be/MXvwVp6JRoY

First Craft and Chat Live of 2026 - Anubis is rising! Streaming NOW!

Magic in The One Ring is... different. Full video at https://youtu.be/MXvwVp6JRoY

D&D can't compete with this elegance. Full video at https://youtu.be/MXvwVp6JRoY

Travel in The One Ring shows how BAD it is in D&D. Full video at https://youtu.be/MXvwVp6JRoY

Streaming the FINAL Final Chapter of painting my Santa statue NOW! https://twitch.tv/shortreststudios

It’s #selfpromosaturday - let’s see your TTRPG related stuff!