Show Notes
This bonus episode comes from our sibling podcast, ‘The DM's Book Club?’, a weekly book club podcast about Dungeons and Dragons and how we might include it and improve it in our roleplaying campaigns. We read the books so you don't have to!
Originally released on The DM's Book Club? on 8th April 2026.
From the episode show notes:
This week, Fiona and Hamilton try out some of the exercises from ‘The Ultimate RPG Villain Backstory Guide’ by James D’Amato and Dillin Apelyan.
From the ‘The Ultimate RPG Villain Backstory Guide bio:
'With its step-by-step processes, engaging prompts, and expert insights, The Ultimate RPG Villain Guide is an essential tool for game masters and RPG players seeking to craft memorable antagonists and morally complex heroes.
This guide delves into the art of villain creation, offering innovative strategies to develop characters that drive the narrative and captivate players. Whether you’re plotting the downfall of a kingdom or the rise of a conflicted anti-hero, this book has you covered.'
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Credits
The DM's Book Club is hosted, recorded, edited, and produced by Fiona Howat and Hamilton.
The DM’s Book Club Logo was designed by Sam Robins (@Bobhatstand).
The theme music is 'The Story Unfolds' by Jingle Punks.
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