David Watches

08/07/2024

My YouTube video made the playlist for Ginny Di and Pointy Hat's '24! Check out all the ocean and underwater videos in the playlist, and happy Kraken Week!

Thanks for making Kraken Week a splash! 💦

We ended up with a staggering 150+ videos on the Kraken Week playlist — an absolute tidal wave of videos! We're just swimming in 'em. 🧜🏻‍♀️ If you haven't had a chance to check them out yet, here's the playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsmjZYZs1ps3EB_GuzXKEEQWeODalde_o (It's a great place to discover new creators!)

When Pointy Hat and I came up with the idea for Kraken Week, we had no idea if anybody would want to join in — we just wanted to bring the TTRPG creator community together over something positive and fun, which... let's be honest, this community desperately needs.

We are so unbelievably grateful to every single creator who made something for this week! There is such an incredibly variety of work being showcased on this playlist. Not just tabletop gaming advice and homebrew mechanics, but even original music, recipes, and makeup looks! You guys really blew us out of the water. 🌊

Can't wait for next year! 🥰

06/07/2024

isn't over yet! Check out this compilation of aquatic campaigns, dungeons, treasures, and more!

It’s Kraken Week! That means ocean campaigns, underwater dungeons, and other aquatic tips for your next TTRPG adventure.Kraken Week ‘24 (playlist by Ginny Di...

05/07/2024

is coming to a close, but we're not done yet!

02/06/2024

Welcome to the world of Ambrosia and our "Duality: Blessings & Curses" setting for the (upcoming) MCDM RPG.

This is an introduction to the world of Ambrosia and our new MCDM RPG setting "Duality: Blessings & Curses." Learn about the history, civilization, and facti...

02/04/2024

It's a day late, but hopefully the content of my April Fool's tip video makes up for my tardiness!

Tickle your players' funny bones with these tips on creating and running a comedy adventure.00:00 Skit01:11 Introduction02:20 Player Buy-In02:41 One-Shot or ...

17/03/2024

A new era begins as David Watches transitions from Dungeons & Dragons to the MCDM RPG. Stay tuned for more information on this new roleplaying game!

14/07/2023

It's been awhile, but I'll be posting a new video later today on YouTube detailing the first adventure that I ran for three new players in my "Broken Chain" campaign. The adventure summary is narrated by none other than The Pretentious Gentleman! If you're interested in hiring him for voice-over work, check him out on Fiverr.

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10/02/2023

Valerie Vampyr, who voiced Olivia Phatasm in last year's Thanksgiving DM Tips episode, is now in the running for Inked Magazine's newest cover girl! Please support this amazing tattooed model by clicking the link below to CAST YOUR DAILY FREE VOTE! Valerie graciously helped my D&D channel by lending her amazing voice and now I would like to repay that favor by helping her make it to the cover. PLEASE VOTE TO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT!

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30/11/2022

Are your PC spellcasters getting into a rut with the same old spells? Then it's time to switch things up with these new tactics.

Instead of thwarting your party's spellcaster with resistances, immunities, and counterspells, try these unique options.Chapters00:00 Skit00:45 Introduction0...

26/11/2022

Thanksgiving may be over, but there's still plenty of food to go around. Check out the newest "DM Tips" videos for some appetizing cooking recipes to add to your next adventure.

Get some use out of your Cook's Utensils with these tasty recipes for your D&D 5e game.Chapters00:00 Skit01:40 Introduction02:18 General Cooking Rules06:02 C...

20/11/2022

Heading underground? Keep an eye out for these magic-infused fungi!

Add some fresh new items to your underground encounters with these magical mushrooms.Chapters00:00 Skit00:39 Introduction01:12 Enchanted Mushroom Effects04:3...

09/11/2022

What do a Greek artist, a youth pastor, and an Internet model have in common? They've all been guest voices on my D&D video skits!

Want to join in? Leave a comment below or message me directly and check out my channel to learn more. I can't wait to hear from you! 🎤

09/11/2022

Things are happening in the arena. Do you have what it takes to join the fight?

This week's video features the voice talent of Spartan Bodie of The Nominal Tales D&D podcast. Come join the fun!

Send your characters into the arena for a brand new set of urban challenges in your D&D game.Chapters00:00 Skit01:05 Introduction02:41 History of the Arena03...

03/11/2022

What's a DM to do with all those unused campaign ideas? Come take a look in this week's video.

Expand your D&D game with these five unique campaign settings and give your players an experience they'll never forget.Chapters00:00 Skit00:47 Introduction01...

19/10/2022

If you can't beat 'em, join 'em! Check out the Forest Bandits in today's video.

Bring some back-alley thievery to your wilderness setting with this rural thieves' guild.Chapters00:00 Skit00:44 Introduction01:50 History of the Bandits02:4...

17/10/2022

It can be hard to find allies in the wilderness, but the Hunting Lodge has your back.

Give your characters a taste of the great outdoors with this hunting lodge from the "Unfriendly" campaign setting.Chapters00:00 Skit00:33 Introduction01:06 H...

14/10/2022

If your random encounters are getting a bit too random, check out these tips for balancing them with the rest of your adventure.

Discover the best ways to create and use random encounters in your fantasy game.Chapters00:00 Skit00:42 Intro01:33 Sample Random Encounters07:12 Alternate En...

05/10/2022

Come to the Dark Side and join the Circle of Shadows, a mysterious cult from the Shadowfell. (featuring Myrto as the voice of Mayévo)

Step into the Circle of Shadows with this dark cult for your Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition game.Chapters00:00 Skit00:57 Introduction01:42 History of the C...

01/10/2022

It's Spooky Season! Time for a trip through the graveyard in this Village Cemetery 5-Room Dungeon video.

Battle undead and search for a missing priest in the first 5-room dungeon for the "Unfriendly" campaign setting.Chapters00:00 Skit00:45 Introduction02:06 Ent...

28/09/2022

One shot? Campaign? Why not both! Learn how to combine the best of both worlds in my new video.

Bridge the gap between campaigns and one-shots with this new campaign model.Chapters00:00 Skit00:29 Introduction01:31 Horizon Campaign Model02:09 Starting th...

21/09/2022

Grab your rod and reel and join us on the banks for some fishing shenanigans! 🎣

Have some fun on the shore with these brand new fishing rules for Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition.Chapters00:00 Skit00:46 Introduction02:54 Fishing Checks and...

19/09/2022

Time to play in the sandbox! Check out this new video for "Unfriendly," a sandbox hex crawl campaign for D&D 5e. This is an overview of the setting with additional material for the campaign coming in future videos.

Enter the world of Unserwelt in "Unfriendly," a homebrew sandbox hex crawl.Chapters00:00 Skit00:31 Introduction01:23 Player-Facing vs. DM-Facing Campaigns03:...

17/09/2022

Are your adventures getting too linear? Check out my Crossroads video to see how to give your players more choices without adding too much to your workload.

Give your players meaningful choices in your campaign with the Crossroads Encounter.Chapters00:00 Skit00:32 Introduction01:22 What is a Crossroads Encounter?...

14/09/2022

This morning marks the relaunch of "David Watches" on YouTube, with 6 new D&D videos to herald the event. Are you watching?

It's time for the return of David Watches.Chapters00:00 Skit00:18 Introduction01:19 Dungeon Master Tips01:43 Campaign Catalog02:07 Five Room Dungeons02:33 A ...

12/09/2022

This Wednesday I'll be re-launching my D&D Tips channel on YouTube with my new cohost, Napal Mandde'Ath. Come join us for all the fun and excitement!