Dice Exploder

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A show about tabletop RPG design. Each episode we bring you a single mechanic and break it down as deep as we possibly can. Co-hosted by Sam Dunnewold and a rotating roster of designers.

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    Jan 25, 2024 – 00:38:38
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    Dec 12, 2023 – 01:53:27
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    Nov 9, 2023 – 00:49:05
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