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EPISODE · Jun 22, 2026 · 59 MIN

Diseases in D&D | Plagues, Poxes, and Pestilence | Wandering DMs S08 E19

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Dan and Paul discuss diseases in D&D and other fantasy roleplaying games. From the surprisingly extensive disease rules found in the earliest editions of D&D to the colorful afflictions found in Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay, how have RPGs handled sickness over the years? Does disease create interesting gameplay, meaningful worldbuilding, or just another hazard for adventurers to avoid? Join us live as we explore diseases, plagues, contagions, and other afflictions in tabletop roleplaying games. Read Dan's blog on the history of disease in D&D

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