Fireball the Gazebo
Join the 8 Int Wizards as they discuss all things tabletop Role Playing Games, from funny stories to ways to improve and have more fun at the gaming table!
Episodes
69 episodes
Bards: How to Fix D&D's Biggest Weirdos
Bards have the potential to be the most amazing characters you'll ever play - so why have they been so grossly mishandled in recent games? And how do we fix them? Let's do it!We are also available on YouTube, please follow us there too!...
How to Fix Multiclassing in D&D (and other RPGs)
Try out World Anvil - http://worldanvil.com/?c=Fireball Use Code: FIREBALL for 51% OFF your Annual Subscription!Why does no one get multiclassing correct? What systems have gotten it closest in the history of RPGs? How do we le...
Why We Quit D&D for Dragonbane
We've been enamored with this game for awhile, and want to break down what excites us so much about it and why you should give Dragonbane a shot!We are also available on YouTube, please follow us there too! Jon's YouTube Ch...
The D&D Magic No One Does Right
Its the most iconic and indispensable type of magic in all of fantasy, so how do we all have such a problem with Illusion magic? Let's dig into what makes it so difficult, and how to make it really sing at the table!We are also availabl...
How to Get into D&D's BEST Edition - 2E
Wanna hear why 2nd Edition is so wonderful, and the tips you need to know to try it out for yourself? Well, you've come to the right place! 2nd Edition Primer - https://nonweaponproficiency.blogspot.com/2025/08/2ePrimer.html
You Need to Improve at D&D... Let Us Help
Knowing HOW to play the game and IMPROVING your play at the table are two entirely different things. Each of us has a lifetime to grow, so don't waste that time! Let's discuss how you can grow as a D&D player - and how you can teach others ...
The Weirdest Monsters in all of D&D...
Weird monsters are a key to the longevity of D&D, but what are the weirdest of the weird? Let's discuss the list of the tops!We are also available on all Podcast locales, please follow us there too! Jon's YouTube Channe...
Hot Takes for Best Monsters in all of D&D
What makes the best of the best monsters in TTRPGs? We break down what really matters, and what monsters top the list?We are also available on YouTube, please follow us there too! Jon's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube....
Our GenCon RPG Experience Was WILD
We just got home from GenCon, and wow do we have a lot to discuss in the world of RPGs! From new games, awesome purchases, and big news, lets discuss our firsthand experience!We are also available on YouTube, please follow us there too!...
Make the Rogue Class Great Again
Try out World Anvil - http://worldanvil.com/?c=Fireball Use Code: FIREBALL for 51% OFF your Annual Subscription! Rogues... Thieves... Scoundrels... They have lost their way over the years, how can we bring them back? Let'...
Play D&D in your Favorite Movie or Show?!
We love the worlds and stories of our favorite movies, TV shows, and books. But what would it be like to play an RPG in any of these amazing settings? Lets talk about how you CAN!We are also available on YouTube, please follow us there ...
The Best Campaign Setting No One Talks About
Planescape is one of the most fantastical, robust, and down right amazing campaign settings in the history of D&D. Let's walk through what makes it so unique and how you can jump right into playing in this amazing universe!We are al...
The Art of Being A Better D&D Player
What makes a good TTRPG player is straight forward and achievable by all players. So why do so many of us fall short? Let's break down what it really means to be a GOOD player, and how we can all work towards improving so we all have more fun a...
How Hand Holding Combat Ruined D&D
Combat has changed a LOT over the history of D&D, but have we buried the lead on what makes it fun and engaging? What is the true key to heroic moments, and have we what have we sacrificed at the alter of 'balance'?We are also avail...
The Trickiest, yet BEST D&D Campaigns: Mysteries
Nothing gets a group of PCs more engaged than a riveting mystery. Can they get to the bottom of the nail biting story? And how do we get the most out of these experiences as players? Let's dive into how to run these kinds of games and make them...
Embrace Evil PCs that Don’t Suck
We've all had a bad experience with PC's playing Evil characters. But that does NOT have to be the case. Let's break down how awesome life can be when you are EVIL! We are also available on YouTube, please follow us there too! ...
How D&D Ruined the Alignment System
It's been around since the advent of D&D, but the Alignment System has gone through a lot of curious changes over the years. Is it still worth using? Is it outdated? Is there a better solution? Lets discuss!Vince's New Game (Repent Y...
The Best & Worst Types of D&D Players
We all have something to bring to the Party, so which personality type are you? And how do we stay on the 'positive side' of these types, and not fall into the 'dark side'?We are also available on all Podcast locales, please follow us t...
The Campaign Ending They Will NEVER Forget
Ending a campaign on a high note is both incredibly important AND especially tricky. What can you as a Player at the table do to ensure the ending is epic? What are the key things a DM must get right for the ending to resonate for years to come...
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The Hardest D&D Conversation You'll Ever Have
We've come up with something we feel EVERY D&D group needs to go through - Do you think your group can handle it? THE SEVEN QUESTIONS ASKED IN THIS EPISODE: Whats most important in a game for you personally to enjo...
How to Slay a God in D&D
Dealing with the Deities and Religion can be such a massive benefit to your game, but theres a lot of stigma around it in recent editions of D&D. So whats the deal, and how can we make destroying a creator of worlds cool again?We ar...
Your D&D Character Should be like Conan? Or Goku?
What characters you draw inspiration from when making your D&D character REALLY matters, but how can it drastically change not only your expectations at the table, but the actual course of the campaign???We are also available on You...
What's the Perfect Leveling Speed in D&D?
The speed at which you level in your D&D campaign has some pretty massive ramifications in your game. So what is the ideal leveling pace for your group? How do you go about tweaking this? Let's discuss!We are also available on YouTu...
Quit 5.5e for 2nd Edition RIGHT NOW
After years of playing every edition of D&D, we find ourselves enjoying 2nd edition the most. Why do we feel this way, and is it worth trying for yourself? Lets get to the bottom of the glory of 2nd edition D&D!We are also avail...