

The Obojima Podcast
Obojima
A weekly behind the scenes peek at the creation of the Obojima book.
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May 22, 2025 • 36min
Collecting Monster Abilities in D&D
Can a D&D subclass feature monster collection mechanics? How can these monsters affect the character?Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writer Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book!Chapters:00:00:00 What is the idea for the subclass?00:11:24 What are their abilities?00:20:31 Exploring monster collection systems00:30:24 What class should this be for?Subscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@ObojimaNew to Obojima? Start with Episode One: https://youtu.be/QBe6y27GxPcCatch new episodes of the Obojima Podcast every Thursday.#Obojima #1985Games #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #TTRPG #dnd5e #dndmonsters #dndinspiration #ghibli #studioghibli #zelda #fantasy #dndcharacter #anime #dndcampaign #campaignsetting #worldbuilding #writing #pokemonExplore Obojima:Join the Obojima Discord HERE: https://discord.gg/yUxNMvN8KSFollow Obojima on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/obojima/Follow Obojima on Tiktok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@obojimaJoin the Obojima Reddit HERE: https://www.reddit.com/r/Obojima/Pre-order Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass HERE: www.obojima.comObojima: Tales From The Tall Grass is a D&D 5e campaign setting inspired by Studio Ghibli and The Legend of Zelda. Supported by over 23,000 backers, our Kickstarter campaign has sparked a thriving Discord community, with even more exciting content on the way!

May 15, 2025 • 50min
Can We Write an Adventure in 40 Minutes?
Join two imaginative hosts as they challenge themselves to create a captivating adventure set on the whimsical island of Obojima in just 40 minutes! They'll explore thrilling plot ideas, including a town threatened by a mysterious elder spirit and a magical 'eye' that alters character motivations. Tune in for their creative brainstorming, where they conjure the absurd concept of a gigantic plant dragon's tongue, all while discussing the art of environmental storytelling and engaging game mechanics to keep players hooked!

May 8, 2025 • 44min
Playing D&D as a Fisherfolk
Can the power of fish turn the tide of battle? Can you play as Aquaman?Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writer Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book!Chapters:00:00:00 Exploring the fisherman subclass?00:11:23 What are the fisherman's abilities?00:31:29 Imagining the visualsSubscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@ObojimaNew to Obojima? Start with Episode One: https://youtu.be/QBe6y27GxPcCatch new episodes of the Obojima Podcast every Thursday.#Obojima #1985Games #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #TTRPG #dnd5e #dndmonsters #dndinspiration #ghibli #studioghibli #zelda #fantasy #dndcharacter #anime #dndcampaign #campaignsetting #worldbuilding Explore Obojima:Join the Obojima Discord HERE: https://discord.gg/yUxNMvN8KSFollow Obojima on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/obojima/Follow Obojima on Tiktok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@obojimaJoin the Obojima Reddit HERE: https://www.reddit.com/r/Obojima/Pre-order Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass HERE: www.obojima.comObojima: Tales From The Tall Grass is a D&D 5e campaign setting inspired by Studio Ghibli and The Legend of Zelda. Supported by over 23,000 backers, our Kickstarter campaign has sparked a thriving Discord community, with even more exciting content on the way!

May 1, 2025 • 46min
Creating Monster Factions
Can monsters organize? What is the collective goal of a group of monsters?Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writer Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book!Chapters:00:00:00 Can monsters organize?00:05:16 Exploring demon led factions00:15:12 What could they want from spirits?00:30:27 How does the power structure work?Subscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE:https://www.youtube.com/@ObojimaNew to Obojima? Start with Episode One:https://youtu.be/QBe6y27GxPcCatch new episodes of the Obojima Podcast every Thursday.#Obojima #1985Games #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #TTRPG #dnd5e #dndmonsters #dndinspiration #ghibli #studioghibli #zelda #fantasy #dndcharacter #anime #dndcampaign #campaignsetting #worldbuilding Explore Obojima:Join the Obojima Discord HERE:https://discord.gg/yUxNMvN8KSFollow Obojima on Instagram HERE:https://www.instagram.com/obojima/Follow Obojima on Tiktok HERE:https://www.tiktok.com/@obojimaJoin the Obojima Reddit HERE:https://www.reddit.com/r/Obojima/Pre-order Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass HERE: www.obojima.comObojima: Tales From The Tall Grass is a D&D 5e campaign setting inspired by Studio Ghibli and The Legend of Zelda. Supported by over 23,000 backers, our Kickstarter campaign has sparked a thriving Discord community, with even more exciting content on the way!

Apr 24, 2025 • 48min
Creating Unique Demonology in D&D
What kind of spirit is irredeemably evil? How do you deal with demons in Obojima?Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writer Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book!Chapters:00:00:00 What do we know about demons?00:09:57 The Eye Demon00:18:54 The Suckerfish Demon00:30:56 The Glyph Eater Demon00:34:06 The First Age DemonSubscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@ObojimaNew to Obojima? Start with Episode One: https://youtu.be/QBe6y27GxPcCatch new episodes of the Obojima Podcast every Thursday.#Obojima #1985Games #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #TTRPG #dnd5e #dndmonsters #dndinspiration #ghibli #studioghibli #zelda #fantasy #dndcharacter #anime #dndcampaign #campaignsetting #worldbuilding Explore Obojima:Join the Obojima Discord HERE:https://discord.gg/yUxNMvN8KSFollow Obojima on Instagram HERE:https://www.instagram.com/obojima/Follow Obojima on Tiktok HERE:https://www.tiktok.com/@obojimaJoin the Obojima Reddit HERE:https://www.reddit.com/r/Obojima/Pre-order Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass HERE: www.obojima.comObojima: Tales From The Tall Grass is a D&D 5e campaign setting inspired by Studio Ghibli and The Legend of Zelda. Supported by over 23,000 backers, our Kickstarter campaign has sparked a thriving Discord community, with even more exciting content on the way!

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Apr 17, 2025 • 46min
Bringing Modern Tech to D&D
The hosts dive into the whimsical integration of modern tech into the enchanting world of Obojima. They brainstorm how nostalgic items, like cassette players and magical torches, can enhance gameplay. The discussion features innovative uses for everyday objects, such as cameras that reveal alternate realms and creatively designed trail markers. Plus, they explore the fascinating connection between spirits and technology, revealing how ethereal beings might inhabit everyday devices, enriching storytelling and gameplay.

Apr 10, 2025 • 52min
Making Chase Scenes Fun
We've all played a boring TTRPG chase scene. What steps can we take to make it more engaging?Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writer Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book!Chapters:00:00:00 How do chase scenes normally work?00:13:28 How could chases be more fun?00:19:07 Exploring the small dice system00:34:48 How do you create interesting chases?Subscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@ObojimaNew to Obojima? Start with Episode One: https://youtu.be/QBe6y27GxPcCatch new episodes of the Obojima Podcast every Thursday.#Obojima #1985Games #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #TTRPG #dnd5e #dndmonsters #dndinspiration #ghibli #studioghibli #zelda #fantasy #dndcharacter #anime #dndcampaign #campaignsetting #worldbuilding Explore Obojima:Join the Obojima Discord HERE: https://discord.gg/yUxNMvN8KSFollow Obojima on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/obojima/Follow Obojima on Tiktok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@obojimaJoin the Obojima Reddit HERE: https://www.reddit.com/r/Obojima/Pre-order Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass HERE: www.obojima.comObojima: Tales From The Tall Grass is a D&D 5e campaign setting inspired by Studio Ghibli and The Legend of Zelda. Supported by over 23,000 backers, our Kickstarter campaign has sparked a thriving Discord community, with even more exciting content on the way!

Apr 3, 2025 • 46min
Creating Spells from your World
How do you make a spell feel in-world? What would you consider a non-Obojima spell?Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book!Chapters:00:00:00 Where do Obojima spells come from?00:03:10 New Spell- Stop Sign00:06:47 New Spell- Rubbage00:14:09 The Fish Swarm Spell00:20:33 Creating Spells around First-Age Tech00:31:58 Using Spells on SpiritsSubscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@ObojimaNew to Obojima? Start with Episode One: https://youtu.be/QBe6y27GxPcCatch new episodes of the Obojima Podcast every Thursday.#Obojima #1985Games #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #TTRPG #dnd5e #dndmonsters #dndinspiration #ghibli #studioghibli #zelda #fantasy #dndcharacter #anime #dndcampaign #campaignsetting #worldbuilding Explore Obojima:Join the Obojima Discord HERE: https://discord.gg/yUxNMvN8KSFollow Obojima on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/obojima/Follow Obojima on Tiktok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@obojimaJoin the Obojima Reddit HERE: https://www.reddit.com/r/Obojima/Pre-order Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass HERE: www.obojima.comObojima: Tales From The Tall Grass is a D&D 5e campaign setting inspired by Studio Ghibli and The Legend of Zelda. Supported by over 23,000 backers, our Kickstarter campaign has sparked a thriving Discord community, with even more exciting content on the way!

Mar 27, 2025 • 54min
Creating the Witches Market for D&D
What goods and trinkets lay in the Yatamon witches market? What could the traveling kiosk be selling?Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book!Chapters:00:00:00 What does the market look like?00:13:58 How does it function in-game?00:23:47 What are the Yanari?00:42:42 What other characters are there?Subscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@ObojimaNew to Obojima? Start with Episode One: https://youtu.be/QBe6y27GxPcCatch new episodes of the Obojima Podcast every Thursday.#Obojima #1985Games #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #TTRPG #dnd5e #dndmonsters #dndinspiration #ghibli #studioghibli #zelda #fantasy #dndcharacter #anime #dndcampaign #campaignsetting Explore Obojima:Join the Obojima Discord HERE: https://discord.gg/yUxNMvN8KSFollow Obojima on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/obojima/Follow Obojima on Tiktok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@obojimaJoin the Obojima Reddit HERE: https://www.reddit.com/r/Obojima/Pre-order Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass HERE: www.obojima.comObojima: Tales From The Tall Grass is a D&D 5e campaign setting inspired by Studio Ghibli and The Legend of Zelda. Supported by over 23,000 backers, our Kickstarter campaign has sparked a thriving Discord community, with even more exciting content on the way!

Mar 20, 2025 • 51min
Making your Locations Mysterious
What mysteries are in an adandoned subway tunnel in a fantasy world? Let's write!Join creative director Jeremiah Crofton and lead writers Ari Levitch and Adam Lee as they bring the whimsical island of Obojima to life in this new D&D 5e campaign setting. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the book!Chapters:00:00:00 What is the Yatamon Subway00:03:18 What is down in the tunnels?00:15:33 What dangers are in the subway?00:30:03 Is it magical?Subscribe to the Official Obojima channel HERE:https://www.youtube.com/@ObojimaNew to Obojima? Start with Episode One:https://youtu.be/QBe6y27GxPcCatch new episodes of the Obojima Podcast every Thursday.#Obojima #1985Games #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #TTRPG #dnd5e #dndmonsters #dndinspiration #ghibli #studioghibli #zelda #fantasy #dndcharacter #anime #dndcampaign #campaignsetting Explore Obojima:Join the Obojima Discord HERE: https://discord.gg/yUxNMvN8KSFollow Obojima on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/obojima/Follow Obojima on Tiktok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@obojimaJoin the Obojima Reddit HERE: https://www.reddit.com/r/Obojima/Pre-order Obojima: Tales from the Tall Grass HERE: www.obojima.comObojima: Tales From The Tall Grass is a D&D 5e campaign setting inspired by Studio Ghibli and The Legend of Zelda. Supported by over 23,000 backers, our Kickstarter campaign has sparked a thriving Discord community, with even more exciting content on the way!


