Episode 127: Save vs. Saving Throws

The DMigoes at Save or Die are joined by fan fave host and author Jon Peterson to discuss the concept of the ‘saving throw’ as a game mechanic. What does it reflect in game play? What were its origins? Is it vital to Classic D&D play or not? All is revealed this episode! Sites mentioned in this episode: Jon Peterson’s Blog http://playingattheworld.blogspot.com/ Playing at the World by Jon Peterson (Amazon) http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0615642047/ref=aw_ls__4?colid=9NXON8QSHR81&coliid=I1KGFE3YQE037Y Don’t forget to drop us an email at saveordiepodcast(at)gmail.com to give your opinions of the show! If writing’s not your thing, then give our voiceline a call at 940-536-3763 (3SOD)! We have both a facebook page, and a Google Plus hangout! You can find each at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Saveordiepodcast Google Plus: https://plus.google.com/u/0/communities/109416923965639413526?cfem=1 …and check out our forums! OSR Gaming: http://www.osrgaming.org/forums/index.php?wwwRedirect D20 Radio: http://www.d20radio.com/forums/viewforum.php?f=115&sid=a15d36fc41c9ba45172ff3e007382bf9