The Dadvantage

Monsters, Monsters, Monsters - all about the new 2024 MM: The Dadvantage E75

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0800

The dads review their favorite new monsters from the 2024 new Monster Manual. Plus, a dad joke!

Character Face-Off - A Fish Out of Water Redux - 5.24 Rules: The Dadvantage E74

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0800

The dads go deep in the catalogue to look at past builds with the lens of the new '24 rules and see what nonsense we can get up to. This time, our very first episode, and the trope of the fish out of water. Plus, as always, a dad joke.

Why You Should Play The New '24 Rogue: The Dadvantage E73

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0800

The dads start the year discussing why you should try out and play our favorite classes with the new 2024 ruleset, plus a few dad jokes.

The Best of the New 2024 Rules: The Dadvantage E72

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0800

The dad's start the new year off with an overview of what we like about the new 2024 rules. Plus, as always, a dad joke.

The Crow Remixed - part 3 - Finale: The Dadvantage E71

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0800

The dad's are joined by the Crit Eating Grin crew to rock a follow up to our Halloween special actual play arc inspired by the 1994 Brandon Lee classic 'the Crow'. We are also exploring our fist foray into the new 2024 ruleset!!! Join us for all the spooky vibes and ridiculous shenanigans!

The Crow Remixed - part 2: The Dadvantage E70

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 12:00:00 -0800

An Interview with Jayden King: The Dadvantage E69

Sat, 16 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0800

The dads take a break from actual plays and talk to DM Extraordinaire Jayden King: D&D in a Castle, GenCon, and Pro DM. We talk about Jayden's journey, how to manage new player tables, diversity in D&D, urban fantasy, and the new 2024 rules. Plus, a dad joke.

The Halloween Episode - The Crow Remixed - part 1: The Dadvantage E68

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 15:00:00 -0700

The dad's are joined by the Crit Eating Grin crew to rock Halloween with a small 3 part actual play arc inspired by the 1994 Brandon Lee classic 'the Crow'. We are also exploring our fist foray into the new 2024 ruleset!!! Join us for all the spooky vibes and ridiculous shenanigans...plus a MONKEY!

The Princess Party - Part 5: The Dadvantage E67

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0700

The Party Finale! Can the princesses defeat Maleficent and her hag coven?
Find out in the final episode of the Princess Party. With special guest Rachel the Organized DM.

The Princess Party - Part 4: The Dadvantage E66

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 17:00:00 -0700

Once again...we dive into the world of Disney Princesses in eldritch horror with episode 4. Peter joins again as our DM, Ollie as Briar Rose, Andy as Belle, Michael as Rapunzel and special Rachel, the Organized DM, joining as Ariel.

The Princess Party - Part 3: The Dadvantage E65

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0700

The dads return to adventuring actual play as Disney Princesses; with Peter as the DM, Ollie joining as Briar Rose and a special guest appearance by Rachel the OrganizedDM!

5 Exciting Changes to D&D in the new 2024 rules update: The Dadvantage E64

Sun, 01 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0700

Michael goes solo this episode discussing the new 2024 update to D&D rules and 5 things that have him excited to try it out.

GenCon and navigating Cons: The Dadvantage E63

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0700

The dads give a rundown on GenCon and advice on navigating cons overall. Plus, as always, a dad joke.

The Princess Party - Part 2: The Dadvantage E62

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0700

The dads with Andy's kids Peter and Ollie pick up where they left off last episode. Briar Rose (Ollie), Rapunzel (Michael), and Belle (Andy) face off against Sir Yesnid and his minions. Plus a dad joke!

The Princess Party - Part 1: The Dadvantage E61

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 12:00:00 -0700

The dad continue to explore Disney Princesses in 5e this time joined by Andy's children and friends of the show; Peter and Ollie. See what happens when the princesses face certain horror!

Character Build Face-Off - Disney Princesses, part 2: The Dadvantage E60

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0700

The dads continue the Disney Princess battle! PvP (princess V princess) style. Who will wear the crown? Plus, as always, a dad joke.

Character Build Face-Off - Disney Princesses, part 1: The Dadvantage E59

Sat, 15 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0700

The dads face off with a whole new approach to character building tropes. This time PvP (princess V princess) style. Who will wear the crown? Plus, as always, a dad joke.

The Train Heist One Shot - part 2: The Dadvantage E58 - Summer Repeat

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 18:00:00 -0700

We are on summer break but have brought back one of our most popular episodes! The Train Heist, part 2! Plus, as always, a dad joke.

The Train Heist One Shot - part 1: The Dadvantage E57 - Summer Repeat

Wed, 15 May 2024 16:00:00 -0700

We are on summer break but have brought back one of our most popular episodes! The Train Heist! Plus, as always, a dad joke.

The Best Feats for Building Flavor: The Dadvantage E56

Wed, 01 May 2024 05:00:00 -0700

The dads discuss the wide variety of feats and single out 6 that are best for building flavor for your characters. Plus, as always, a dad joke.

Homebrew Monster Build Face Off: The Dadvantage E55

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -0700

Dads do a new face off this time competing to see who can build the most flavorful, and dangerous homebrew monsters. Plus, as always, a dad joke.

Resources for New Players and DM's: The Dadvantage E54

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 17:00:00 -0700

The dads cover what you need to play (and what you don't) as well as discussing IRL game resources and digital. Everything you need to get going and be inspired. Plus, a dad joke.

Character Co-Build - 'The Pirate': The Dadvantage E53

Sat, 16 Mar 2024 13:00:00 -0700

The dads celebrate March 14th (3.14) with a special Pi-rate build. Plus 2 dad jokes!

Character Build Face-Off - The Holy Avenger: The Dadvantage E52

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0800

Michael is joined this week by Peter Davis and they face off with who can build the character most ready to smite their foes with holy vengeance! Plus, as always, a dad joke.

Hot Take: Top 10 tips for beginners (and pros!): The Dadvantage E51

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0800

The dads give some expert dadvice in the form of hot takes on the top things every beginner (and pro) should know about playing D&D. Plus, as always, a dad joke.

Character Build Face-Off - The Protector: The Dadvantage E50

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0800

The dads celebrate 2 years and 50 episodes of shenanigans with a classic face off on who can build the best (and most flavorful) Protector trope. Plus, as always, a dad joke.

How to customize your spells for flavor: The Dadvantage E49

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 07:00:00 -0800

The dads start off the new year exploring 5 custom flavored spells and discuss how to lean into your characters unique qualities via spell names and descriptions. Plus, as always, a dad joke.

Character Co-Build - 'the Assassin' - The Dadvantage Holiday Repeat

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 07:00:00 -0800

The dads are on holiday so we picked out a build to help you slay the new year! This is consistently one of our most popular episodes and it has a dad joke!

Character Build Face-Off - The Infiltrator: The Dadvantage E48

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0800

The dads return to flavorful character builds, facing off on the sneakiest of them all...the infiltrator! Plus, as always, a dad joke.

Homebrew Magic Item Face-off: The Dadvantage E47

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0800

The dads bring back the Face-Off! This time bringing in our very best homebrew magic items to battle it out. Plus, as always, a dad joke.

A D&D Holiday Gift Guide: The Dadvantage E46

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0800

The dad's give their recommendations for the best D&D (and gaming) gifts out there for the D&D nerds in your life. Plus, as always, a dad joke.

The Battle of the Seven - Part 2: The Dadvantage E45

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0700

Halloween Werewolf spooktacular!!! The dad's return to actual play with Stories from the Shattered Chasm...this time taking on our version of the Magnificent Seven/Seven Samurai trope. The Battle of the Seven, part 2 sees Peter and Andy pulling a team together to defend the town of Silver Springs Gulch from the Moonfang Gang. Plus, as always, a dad joke.

At the end the crew discusses their decisions and the overall Battle as advice to players and DMs.

The Battle of the Seven - Part 1: The Dadvantage E44

Sun, 15 Oct 2023 12:00:00 -0700

The dad's return to actual play with Stories from the Shattered Chasm...this time taking on our version of the Magnificent Seven/Seven Samurai trope. The Battle of the Seven, part 1 sees Peter and Andy pulling a team together to defend the town of Silver Springs Gulch from the Moonfang Gang. Plus, as always, a dad joke.

How to Handle Table Drama: The Dadvantage E43

Sun, 01 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0700

The dads give their hot take on how to handle spicy and unsavory issues at your D&D table. Plus, as always, a dad joke.

The Train Heist - Part 2: The Dadvantage E42

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0700

Continuing our 'Stories from the Shattered Chasm' series of one-shots designed to help you learn how to play, the dads take on the most western of plots...a train heist. Peter joins again to lead Andy and Michael through a 2 part actual play with an after action review of our decisions and thoughts on what we did and why at the end of part 2.

Note: There is some light swearing in this episode

The Train Heist - Part 1: The Dadvantage E41

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0700

Character Co-Build - 'the Fire Wizard': The Dadvantage E40

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0700

The dads build a straight up wizard and a fiery one at that. Learn the ins and outs of building the most flavorful fire wizard possible! Plus, as always, a dad joke.

Character Face-off - The Revolutionary: The Dadvantage E39

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0700

The dads face off, seeing who can build the most flavorful D&D character around the trope of the Revolutionary! Plus, as always, a dad joke.

Character Build Battle Royale - part 2: The Dadvantage E38

Sat, 15 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0700

The dads use the character builds from throughout our history to engage in part 2 of our epic battle royale! A special guest DM joins the crew.

Character Build Battle Royale - part 1: The Dadvantage E37

Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0700

The dads use the character builds from throughout our history to engage in an epic battle royale! A special guest DM joins the crew.

How to make your monsters real & scary! - The Undead: The Dadvantage E36

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0700

This week the dads tackle how DM's can ensure their monsters feel and behave uniquely to drive fear into the hearts of your players, focusing on the undead. Plus, as always, a dad joke.

The Future of D&D - part 5: The Dadvantage E35

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0700

The dads take a look at the recent unearthed arcana/one D&D playtest rules release, focusing on the weapons masteries, the fighter and the barbarian. They give their hot-take on what these changes tell us about the future of D&D! Plus, as always, a dad joke!

The Dadvantage: E34 - Character Co-Build - The Barbarian

Mon, 15 May 2023 08:00:00 -0700

The dad's take on a character co-build, this time attending an anger management class with the ever-tasty barbarian! Plus, as always, a dad joke!!!

The Dadvantage - E33 - Forgotten Depths: Interview with Pete Albertson

Mon, 01 May 2023 06:00:00 -0700

The Dad's interview Pete Albertson, founder of Void Knight Games and creator of Forgotten Depths, a cooperative tile based dungeon crawl game. We talk about playing RPGs with your children, the trials and tribulations of doing a kickstarter and what's in store for Forgotten Depths in 2023. Plus a Dad Joke...

The Dadvantage: E32 - Hot Take: Advice for New GM's

Sat, 15 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0700

The Dad's do a hot take on things you should consider for your first (or 100th) attempt at being a Game Master. Plus, a dad joke.

The Dadvantage: E31 - The D&D Movie Review

Sat, 01 Apr 2023 16:00:00 -0700

This week the dads review the new D&D Movie: Honor Among Thieves. Plus, a dad joke...

The Dadvantage: E30 - Homebrewing Character Sub-Classes

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0700

The dads discuss one of the more challenging homebrew items, the character sub-class. Andy interviews Michael on the ins and outs of creating a sub-class and they introduce a new sub-class, the College of Escapes bard! Plus, as always, a dad joke.

The Dadvantage: E29 - Character Face-Off - The Martial Artist

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0800

The dads face off in a character build to make all your Hollywood dreams come true....the Martial Artist! Plus, as always, a dad joke.

The Dadvantage: E28 - Future of D&D, part 4

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0800

The Dad's cover the strange OGL (open gaming license) mess within the TTRPG space from January and discuss what it means for DM's, Players and fans of Dungeons & Dragons. Plus, a dad joke (or two).

The Dadvantage: 27 - D&D Dadvice Basics, part 4 - An Intro to Combat

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0800

The Dads double down on our Dadvice for new players with our first combat walk-through. This week Andy and Michael take the party we assembled in parts 1-3 and take them into the super dangerous ground of level 1 combat. We show you how to approach combat basics like leveraging the action economy to win the day! Plus, as always, a dad joke.

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The Dadvantage: E26 - D&D Dadvice Basics, part 3 - Building Characters, The Rogue

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0800

The Dads continue their D&D Dadvice Basics series for new players with our third how-to. A primer on building a character. This week Andy and Michael build a rogue character with and eye towards showing you how to assemble a party and take them into the dungeon ready for action! Plus, as always, a dad joke.

The Dadvantage: E25 - D&D Dadvice Basics, part 2 - Building Characters, The Healer

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 18:00:00 -0800

The Dads double down on our Dadvice for new players with our second how-to. A primer on building a character. This week Andy and Michael build a healer (cleric) character with and eye towards showing you how to assemble a party and take them into the dungeon ready for action! Plus, as always, a dad joke.

The Dadvantage: E24 - Dadvice D&D Basics, part 1 - Building Characters, The Fighter/Tank

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 16:00:00 -0800

The Dads double down on our Dadvice for new players with our first how- to. A primer on building a character. This week Andy and Michael build a tank (fighter) character with and eye towards showing you how to assemble a party and take them into the dungeon ready for action! Plus, as always, a dad joke.

The Dadvantage: E23 - Making Maps for D&D

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 20:00:00 -0800

The dads talk about why making maps for D&D can be tons of fun and how to bring flavor to your map making. What tools are best and advice for players and DM's. Plus a dad joke.

The Dadvantage: E22 - Building Adventures for Publication & Holiday Guide

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0800

The Dads discuss the ins and outs of creating content for publication with a short holiday buying guide for the D&D fanatics in your life. Plus, a dad joke!

The Dadvantage: E21 - Future of D&D part 3 - Expert Classes Release

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 07:00:00 -0700

Wizard of the Coast, owners of D&D, continues to release play test material for the future of D&D (OneD&D). This episode, the Dads review and discuss the latest rule set around Expert Classes and continue the ongoing discussion of what this means for D&D now and in the future. Plus, a dad joke.

The Dadvantage: E20 - Character Face-Off - Halloween Special

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0700

The Dads face off this week for Halloween trying to build and scare each other into submission with the spookiest builds yet. Plus, a dad joke.

The Dadvantage: E19 - Character Co-Build - The Assassin

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 03:00:00 -0700

The Dads return to building a character together...now taking on the assassin as they look to build a flavorful and effective take on consistent D&D trope. Plus....a dad joke!

The Dadvantage: E18 - 5 Simple Ideas for Starting with New Players

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0700

The Dads talk about how to make the game simple, fun and successful for new players and kids. 5 simple ideas on how to make sure new folks fall in love with D&D as much as you. Plus, a dad joke.

The Dadvantage: E17 - Future of D&D part 2 - One D&D Hot Take

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 16:00:00 -0700

The dads continue their conversation on the future of Dungeons and Dragons with a hot take following the One D&D announcement by Wizards of the Coast. Plus, as always, a dad joke.

The Dadvantage: E16 - Character Face-Off - Femme Fatale

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 16:00:00 -0700

The Dad's return to the beginning and face off again! This time building the noir classic trope - Femme Fatale! Plus, a dad joke...

The Dadvantage: E15 - Character Build - The Fighter Mage

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0700

The Dad's work together to celebrate 5,000 downloads! This time co-building the old school trope of the fighter-mage...otherwise known as the Gish. Plus, as always, a dad joke...

The Dadvantage: E14 - Creating Better Encounters

Sat, 16 Jul 2022 19:00:00 -0700

The Dads discuss how to build better encounters, how to amp up or dial down the threat to bedevil your players. Plus, a dad joke.

The Dadvantage: E13 - Our Favorite Feats

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 11:00:00 -0700

The Dads continue our lists of favorite flavor devices in 5E, this time turning our attention to the best feats for building flavor!

The Dadvantage: E12- Our Favorite Spells

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 14:00:00 -0700

The Dads talk about all their favorite spells. Which are the most functional and which lead to the best flavor. Plus, a dad joke!

The Dadvantage: E11 - Basic Concepts for New Players & Kids

Tue, 31 May 2022 23:00:00 -0700

The Dad's quiz each other on basic core concepts that every new player should understand. Plus, a dad joke!

The Dadvantage: E10 - Face-Off - Homebrew Races

Sun, 15 May 2022 00:00:00 -0700

Andy and Michael face off in homebrew race builds for their Shattered Chasm campaign setting. Who brings home the flavor title this episode?

The Dadvantage: E9 - Running One-Shots

Sun, 01 May 2022 08:00:00 -0700

The Dad's discuss what it means to run One Shots in D&D. What are the best ways to set them up, how to ensure your players have fun and of course how to inject flavor.

The Dadvantage: E8 - The Future of D&D

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0700

The Dad's consider the release of 'Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse' , the upcoming 50th anniversary of D&D and what that holds for the future of the greatest TTRPG ever.

The Dadvantage: E7 - Character Build Face Off - The Anti Hero

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0700

The dads face off in a character build of the king of tropes....the anti-hero. Plus, as always, a dad joke.

The Dadvantage: E6 - The Best Classes for New Players

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 01:00:00 -0700

This week, Andy and Michael spend some time discussing the best classes for beginning players and how to help them have the best experience starting their D&D adventure. Tips and tricks for players and DM's, with a dad joke thrown in.

The Dadvantage: E5 - DM Face Off - The Thieves Guild

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -0800

The dad's face off as DM's this week doing crimes with the staple of all great campaigns; the thieves guild.

The Dadvantage: E4 - Introducing New Players and Kids to D&D

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0800

Andy and Michael discuss how to bring new players and kids into the world of playing D&D. Tips, tricks and ideas about teaching people to play the world's greatest role-playing game.

The Dadvantage: E3 - Character Face-Off - The Cursed One

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 12:00:00 -0800

This week the Dad's face off again...this time building on the trope of the cursed one. Who will bring home this week's title!

The Dadvantage: E2 - A few ideas on homebrew for your adventures

Sat, 15 Jan 2022 12:00:00 -0800

The Dadvantage, a D&D show where a couple of old school dads embrace new school play:

Andy and Michael discuss their favorite homebrew rules for D&D. How to implement them at your table and how to ensure the best flavor possible.

The Dadvantage: E1 - Character Face-Off - A Fish Out Of Water

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 19:00:00 -0700

The Dadvantage the D&D show where a couple of old school dads embrace new school play:

Andy and Michael go head-to-head in a character build face-off based on the trope of a Fish Out of Water. Tune in to hear who brings the most flavor to the battle and stick around for the dad joke.