The list towards the end of this article is just a small taste of some of the amazing groups and people working hard to make sure that every player sees themselves in the game. Representation matters. There isn't anyway to argue that. As someone who grew up with editions and versions of TTRPG systems that defaulted to he pronouns, male faces and often white faces in their books and lore I feel the need for representation to my core. Now before you go off YES it is better now then it was but that doesn't mean there still isn't work for improvement. I will give a standing ovation to those who have fought within the companies and systems to make it more diverse, inclusive and more representative of the people that actually play the games. But I will also be the first to point out that not all of the systems are quite there yet.

I mentioned a list at the end of this article in which I've listed out some streams and podcasts of POC, women, LGBTQA+ and other minorities you should check out. This isn't everyone of them by any means so feel free to add info and links about your favorites if they aren't on the list in the comments! But outside of a list I wanted to take a minute and highlight some of the ones that I personally really enjoy as a consumer who I see working hard constantly in the space.

Rivals of Waterdeep

I'll admit I was a little bias and in love with this stream from the start because it has one of my favorite people of all time on it, Tanya DePass. She is amazing and the interactions I've had with her and the times I was lucky enough to work with her were the best. So I was already super excited when I heard about the show. The fact that Wizard's was stepping up and making sure their own Twitch had a show on it that was diverse and full of talent was big. Yes they sometimes get the short end of the stick when it comes to advertising, surveys, or boosting but they don't let that stop them.

Also can we just talk about the game dynamic? These people play so well together and it is honestly so much fun to watch. I have enjoyed exploring with this amazing cast and rediscovering my love of this game as they move thru it.

Tales of the Swordfall

First off I will say that Paul is an amazing DM, I have experience in this from the Gates of Orchid & Iris games, and I have no idea how he so seamlessly runs two alternating groups in the same world that actually effect each other. Like I get into my head and make crazy plots for the games I run that don't even look at each other so I am blown away by how easy he makes it look.

d20 Dames

With masterfully crafted characters that suck you in and strangely thoughtful actions full of purpose that drive the storyline. These ladies really lean into the roleplay and collaboration side of things in the system. I love every second of it! They also have these fantastic and unexpected reactions with encounters and "monsters" that will keep you on your toes the whole time.

Tales from the Mist

I'm a big horror fan its one of my favorite genres to consume even the poorly done ones. This podcast is leagues away from terrible as it strikes the perfect gothic horror notes in its storytelling. It is dark, it is moody and just leeches out spooky atmosphere that infects you to drag you into the mist. Every episode is a dark twisted journey through Ravenloft that will have you making a dark deal for more.

The Sirens

All girl bard band. I mean really that's all you need to say. Like go watch it now. *sigh* I guess if you need more~. Satine is a truly brilliant DM that is just so amazing to watch and her, along with the rest of the cast, get really into it. Which honestly just makes it so much fun to watch. Just be careful you may end up with songs and quick diddies stuck in your head of weeks.

Dames & Dragons

This podcast will put you in stitches. I have many a time looked like a crazy person on BART by dying at laughter from their antics. They are a joy to listen to as they explore this amazing world that Kat has built for them. Honestly always look forward to the little storytime lore drops she'll do at the beginnings of story arcs. If you are a DM thinking of building and weaving your own world for a campaign study the crap out of this one.

The list you keep hearing about:

• Rivals of Waterdeep
• Dicey Amazons
• Prism Pals
• Tales of the Swordfall
• RTPN: Red Death
• d20 Dames
• Tales from the Mist
• The Asians Represent!
• Swordsfall
• Queer Dungeoneers
• Dungeons and Queers
• Dice and Dynasty
• Heroes without Limits
• Monsters & Fables
• Resting Glitch Face
• Welcome To the Party!
• Dice Girls Podcast
• The Broadswords
• Roll Like A Girl
• Dames & Dragons
• Venture Maidens
• Girls Guts Glory
• The Sirens
• Gates of Orchid & Iris (hi, I'm in this one)
• Dicecast
• Rise of the Demigods
• Hyper RPG
• Reclaimers RPG
• Jace Beleran Must Die

With that little rambling of education over with, I’m JustKay your regular DM Dalliance on the web and I’ll see you next post.