Tabletop Journeys

A memorable D&D character needs more than a class, species, and backstory. What do they want? Who matters to them? What happens when their values are tested?In this episode of On the Right Path, Lewanika explores how to move beyond the character concept and discover a hero through motivations, fears, relationships, and meaningful choices. Whether you are a new player seeking direction or a GM helping someone find their character’s voice, these tools can turn a promising idea into someone ready to grow and surprise you at the table.#ttrpg #PlayerToolkit #PlayerTips #RoleplayersWanted #BuildingCharacters #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify:🌐 https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:🌐 https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & communityYou can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.Tabletop Journeys Links:🧡 Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys🦋 Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys▶️ YouTube: / @ttjourneys🌐 Website: https://ttjourneys.com/📧 Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llccAnd remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

Preservations (S4 Ep 4) - "Keys to the Vault" (Act 3.2)District Six is about to ignite. To find the key to the Vault, the crew must bargain for intelligence while planning an evacuation under rival gangs’ eyes. Then Captain Tobor receives a warning that turns a covert mission into a race against conspiracy, revolution, and warp speed.Join Preservations for a Star Trek Adventures 2E Actual Play with command choices, Momentum, Complications, and ideas for TTRPG mission and adventure design. Can Starfleet outrun the coming storm?🌌 #ttrpg #roleplayerswanted #lookingforgame #SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ\===================================🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc.🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment.🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell📊 Project Manager: Jim JohnsonBe sure to check out the Free Mission Brief Packs mentioned in this episode:📥 Star Trek Adventures Free Downloads: [https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloads](https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloads)Special thanks to B.C. Holmes. You can use their free tools to help build your campaign, just like AEGIS, with the links below.🌐STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): [https://sta.bcholmes.org](https://sta.bcholmes.org)To support their incredible work, join their Patreon.👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes ([https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts](https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts))\===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:You can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon pageTabletop Journeys Links:🧡 Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys🦋 Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social📘 Facebook: [www.facebook.com/ttjourneys](http://www.facebook.com/ttjourneys)▶️ YouTube: / @ttjourneys🌐 Website: [https://ttjourneys.com/](https://ttjourneys.com/)📧 Email: [podcast@ttjourneys.com](mailto\:podcast@ttjourneys.com)And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

🌌 STA - Preservations (S4 Ep. 4) – Keys to The Vault Ep (Act 3)A cloaked ship. A rain-soaked colony. A rescue team walking into enemy territory.The crew races to recover the only specialist capable of unlocking the Vault—but an operative from Oshen’s past may expose them first. Join us for Star Trek Adventures Second Edition Actual Play featuring cinematic TTRPG storytelling, mission design, and sci-fi adventure.🌌 #ttrpg#SciFi #StarTrekAdventuresRPG2E #2D20 #TTRPG #StarTrek #ActualPlay #IDICYall #TabletopJourneys #CallYourBoysTTJ===================================Star Trek Adventures RPG is published by Modiphius Entertainment🛸 Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are owned by CBS Studios Inc.🎲 Star Trek Adventures is published by Modiphius Entertainment. 🎲 2d20 System Designer: Nathan Dowdell 📊 Project Manager: Jim JohnsonBe sure to check out the Free Mission Brief Packs mentioned in this episode:📥 Star Trek Adventures Free Downloads: https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/star-trek-adventures-downloadsSpecial thanks to B.C. Holmes. You can use their free tools to help build your campaign, just like AEGIS, with the links below.🌐STA Character Builder (BC Holmes): https://sta.bcholmes.orgTo support their incredible work, join their Patreon.👏 Special Shout Out: BC Holmes (https://www.patreon.com/c/bcholmes/posts)===================================Tabletop Journeys is hosted by Josh Newton and Lewanika Miller, with Michael Ross🎧 Listen & Watch:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/tabletopjourneysYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneys-----------------------🎲 TABLETOP JOURNEYS NETWORK 🎲 On the Right Path – Bite-sized GM advice & TTRPG discussion 🧪 Dr. Homebrew – Custom content, mechanics, & design breakdowns 🖖 Star Trek: Preservations – STA Actual Play ☕ Tabletop Café – TTRPG conversations & community-----------------------You can support the channel by sharing the episode with your friends and leaving a comment.If you would like to explore the galaxy alongside the Dilamus Christian and those serving aboard Asselin Station. or check out our Patreon pageTabletop Journeys Links:🧡 Patreon: patreon.com/ttjourneys 🦋 Bluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.social 📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ttjourneys ▶️ YouTube: / @ttjourneys 🌐 Website: https://ttjourneys.com/ 📧 Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com📚 Check Our Library of Content:🌐 On DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/28665/tabletop-journeys-llc🌐 On DM's Guild: https://www.dmsguild.com/en/browse?keyword=tabletop%20journeys%20llcc----And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an episode.

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Not every game at Gen Con is a home run, and Michael Ross doesn't pretend otherwise. 🎯In this episode of Tabletop Cafe, Michael breaks down Gen Con 2026 Day Two: Friday, and it's a tale of two very different gaming experiences. First up: a Spaceballs-themed RPG that had everything going for it on paper. The IP, the humor, the Schwartz jokes... but it struggled under the weight of too many players and execution that didn't quite land. A for effort. D for execution. He still had fun. It just wasn't great. 😅But then? Friday night delivered. Flying solo from his crew, Michael snuck off to play the Marvel 616 RPG run by a convention gaming group called McKenzie's Marauders and walked away calling it his best convention experience with the system in four tries. Everyone got their moment to shine, the GM ran a tight comic-book-style story, and it reminded him exactly why he keeps coming back to Gen Con every year. 🦸‍♂️🎲Along the way, Michael digs into what makes or breaks a convention RPG session. Player count, table chemistry, group cohesion, and why gaming with your crew can rescue even a rough session. Real talk, honest takes, and genuine enthusiasm for the hobby. That's Tabletop Cafe.👇 Drop a comment below: Have you ever played the Marvel 616 RPG? And what's your max player count before a convention game starts to fall apart?And remember:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Ring the Bell to never miss an Episode🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned in the EpisodeMarvel 616 RPG: the superhero tabletop game Michael keeps returning to at conventionsMcKenzie's Marauders: convention gaming group out of Toledo, Ohio; look for their events!37 Zombies: referenced from the Thursday episode; another convention group worth seeking out🔗 Tabletop Journeys LinksPatreon: http://patreon.com/ttjourneysBluesky: @ttjourneys.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttjourneysYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ttjourneysWebsite: https://ttjourneys.com/Email: podcast@ttjourneys.com#TabletopCafe #TabletopJourneys #GenCon2026 #GenCon #TTRPGPodcast #Marvel616 #MarvelRPG #SavageWorlds #TTRPG #RoleplayingGames #ConventionGaming #GameMaster #TTRPGCommunity #SpaceballsRPG #IndieRPG #ComicBookRPG #TableTopGaming #PodcastersOfInstagram #YouAreHavingFunDoingItRight