This first episode of Monster Man just talks a little about who I am and what my deal is. It's really just here so you can add the show to your podcatchers. 

This first episode of Monster Man just talks a little about who I am and what my deal is. It's really just here so you can add the show to your podcatchers.

Monster Man, Episode 0

In this episode, we start on the actual monsters of the 1977 1st edition AD&amp;D Monster Manual, beginning with the kind of underwhelming Aerial Servant. 

In this episode, we start on the actual monsters of the 1977 1st edition AD&amp;D Monster Manual, beginning with the kind of underwhelming Aerial Servant.

Monster Man, Episode 1

In this episode, we close out the A chapter with some animal enemies. 

In this episode, we close out the A chapter with some animal enemies.

Monster Man, Episode 2

With our first letter out of the way, we get into some odd ones, in this episode that features yet another primate, a prehistoric herbivore, and the King of the Lizards ... or something. 

With our first letter out of the way, we get into some odd ones, in this episode that features yet another primate, a prehistoric herbivore, and the King of the Lizards ... or something.

Episode 3: Baboon to Basilisk

Some regular animals, some unusual animals, and a sci-fi magic supervillain grotesque!

Some regular animals, some unusual animals, and a sci-fi magic supervillain grotesque!

Episode 4: Bear to Beholder

Ecology, mythology, game ideas and bitter, bitter disappointment in this episode of Monster Man. Find out which of these B-monsters James considers a tragic disappointment. 

Ecology, mythology, game ideas and bitter, bitter disappointment in this episode of Monster Man. Find out which of these B-monsters James considers a tragic disappointment.

Episode 5: Black Pudding to Brain Mole

We look in on some more classic D&amp;D monsters, including our first mook humanoid, the Bugbear. Also: the history of making monsters from toys! And what is ... the tragedy of the Owlbear?

We look in on some more classic D&amp;D monsters, including our first mook humanoid, the Bugbear. Also: the history of making monsters from toys! And what is ... the tragedy of the Owlbear?

Episode 6: Brownie to Bull

Let me tell you of the days of high adventure, when at any moment you might find yourself coming to grips with a deadly ... er ... camel.  It's not all camels, though: this episode also features the Carrion Crawler, Catoblepas, Cattle, Wild, and Centaur!

Let me tell you of the days of high adventure, when at any moment you might find yourself coming to grips with a deadly ... er ... camel.  It's not all camels, though: this episode also features the Carrion Crawler, Catoblepas, Cattle, Wild, and Centaur!

Episode 7: Camel, Wild to Centaur

We've got some good ones this episode! From the leg-crawling horror of the Centipede, comma, Giant, to the animal mashup of the Chimera, the faint familiarity of the Cockatrice, and the Mesoamerican mystery of the Couatl, it's weird creatures all the way down in this episode of Monster Man. 

We've got some good ones this episode! From the leg-crawling horror of the Centipede, comma, Giant, to the animal mashup of the Chimera, the faint familiarity of the Cockatrice, and the Mesoamerican mystery of the Couatl, it's weird creatures all the way down in this episode of Monster Man.

Episode 8: Centipede, Giant to Couatl

Things get nasty at the water's edge as we close out the C chapter. We've got Giant Crabs, we've got Crocodiles, and we've got the deadly Giant Crayfish! Well, they can't all be winners. 

Things get nasty at the water's edge as we close out the C chapter. We've got Giant Crabs, we've got Crocodiles, and we've got the deadly Giant Crayfish! Well, they can't all be winners.

Episode 9: Crab, Giant to Crocodile

A show about monsters, because monsters are great.

This is a great podcast and James really seems to hit the nail on the head in showcasing the things I love about old school monsters. I love when he talks about what&#39;s great about a particular monster or ways to use a monster in your campaign. His ideas are great and often spark ideas of my own. Awesome podcast, James! Thanks!

What I Love About Old School Monsters

The only complaint I have is that I wish the episodes were longer.

Awesome for anyone who loves AD&D!

Monster Man

Advanced tactical monster battles: fun adventure or unfair power trip? That's the question Patreon backer Jon Hancock asked, so let's dive in in this free bonus episode of Monster Man! You can find the original Tucker's Kobolds article here.  If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to Ray Otus for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by Jesse Spillane, used under a Creative Commons Attribution License.

Advanced tactical monster battles: fun adventure or unfair power trip? That's the question Patreon backer Jon Hancock asked, so let's dive in in this free bonus episode of Monster Man! You can find the original Tucker's Kobolds article <a href="https://media.wizards.com/2014/downloads/dnd/TuckersKobolds.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.  If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon</a>? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to <a href="http://rayotus.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray Otus</a> for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by <a href="http://www.jessespillane.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jesse Spillane</a>, used under a <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Commons Attribution License</a>.

Special Episode: Tucker's Kobolds

Our list of demons continues, with the big monkey man, Damien from the Omen, and a nasty fly guy. Enjoy! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to Ray Otus for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by Jesse Spillane, used under a Creative Commons Attribution License.

Our list of demons continues, with the big monkey man, Damien from the Omen, and a nasty fly guy. Enjoy! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon</a>? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to <a href="http://rayotus.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray Otus</a> for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by <a href="http://www.jessespillane.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jesse Spillane</a>, used under a <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Commons Attribution License</a>.

Episode 177: Demons (Part 2) 

A lion-centaur and yet another deadly tree take centre stage in today's episode!       If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities!     Thanks to Ray Otus for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by Jesse Spillane, used under a Creative Commons Attribution License.

A lion-centaur and yet another deadly tree take centre stage in today's episode!   If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon</a>? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities!   Thanks to <a href="http://rayotus.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray Otus</a> for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by <a href="http://www.jessespillane.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jesse Spillane</a>, used under a <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Commons Attribution License</a>.

Episode 268: Wemic and Willow, Black

More classic Dungeons and Dragons monsters in today's episode, including the harmless but interesting Denzelian and the possibly controversial Styx Angel!   Voting is open in the second Monster Man contest! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities!

More classic Dungeons and Dragons monsters in today's episode, including the harmless but interesting Denzelian and the possibly controversial Styx Angel! <a href="http://gonzohistorygaming.blogspot.com/p/monster-man-contest-ii-voting.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Voting is open in the second Monster Man contest!</a> If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon</a>? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities!

Episode 89: Demons to Devils

A classic medieval demon, a bogeyman, and a half-demon, half-mortal being are this episode's monsters! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to Ray Otus for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by Jesse Spillane, used under a Creative Commons Attribution License.

A classic medieval demon, a bogeyman, and a half-demon, half-mortal being are this episode's monsters! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon</a>? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to <a href="http://rayotus.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray Otus</a> for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by <a href="http://www.jessespillane.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jesse Spillane</a>, used under a <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Commons Attribution License</a>.

Episode 176: Demons (Part I)

Two more classic Dungeons and Dragons monsters in today's episode -- or are they really one?  If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities!

Two more classic Dungeons and Dragons monsters in today's episode -- or are they really one? If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon</a>? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities!

Episode 103: Githyanki to Githzerai

Four classic Dungeons and Dragons monsters in today's episode, including the Shadow, the Shambling Mound, the Shedu and ... the shark!  If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get fun additional bonus content, plus my new podcast Patron Deities!

Four classic Dungeons and Dragons monsters in today's episode, including the Shadow, the Shambling Mound, the Shedu and ... the shark! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon?</a> You'll get fun additional bonus content, plus my new podcast Patron Deities!

Episode 56: Shadow to Shedu

Ah, the days of bygone glory, when heroes ventured into the underworld to confront the unsleeping menace of a cow that smells real bad!    If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities!   Thanks to Ray Otus for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by Jesse Spillane, used under a Creative Commons Attribution License.

Ah, the days of bygone glory, when heroes ventured into the underworld to confront the unsleeping menace of a cow that smells real bad!   If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon</a>? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to <a href="http://rayotus.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray Otus</a> for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by <a href="http://www.jessespillane.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jesse Spillane</a>, used under a <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Commons Attribution License</a>.

Episode 254: Stench Kow and Stone Guardian

Patreon supporter Neil brings you this special (delayed) bonus episode about the mysteeeeeeerious shadow dragon! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to Ray Otus for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by Jesse Spillane, used under a Creative Commons Attribution License.

Patreon supporter Neil brings you this special (delayed) bonus episode about the mysteeeeeeerious shadow dragon! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon</a>? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to <a href="http://rayotus.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray Otus</a> for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by <a href="http://www.jessespillane.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jesse Spillane</a>, used under a <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Commons Attribution License</a>.

Special Episode: Shadow Dragons

Pop in your headphones, pour yourself a cup of coffee and OH GOD THAT'S NOT A COFFEE POT! It's a special episode all about those mischievous Mimics, courtesy of Patreon backer and all-around good egg Reb!  If you'd like to get your own special episode, it's as easy as supporting the show on Patreon! You'll also get access to my other podcast, Patron Deities. 

Pop in your headphones, pour yourself a cup of coffee and OH GOD THAT'S NOT A COFFEE POT! It's a special episode all about those mischievous Mimics, courtesy of Patreon backer and all-around good egg Reb! If you'd like to get your own special episode, it's as easy as <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting the show on Patreon!</a> You'll also get access to my other podcast, Patron Deities.

Special Episode: Mimics

A great big fish and a great big bug: it's nature gone mad in today's episode! Also, check out  my guest appearance on The Grognard Files! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to Ray Otus for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by Jesse Spillane, used under a Creative Commons Attribution License.

A great big fish and a great big bug: it's nature gone mad in today's episode! Also, check out <a href="https://thegrognardfiles.com/2019/04/22/episode-28-part-1-monsters-monsters-rpg-with-ken-st-andre/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> my guest appearance on The Grognard Files!</a> If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon</a>? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to <a href="http://rayotus.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray Otus</a> for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by <a href="http://www.jessespillane.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jesse Spillane</a>, used under a <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Commons Attribution License</a>.

Episode 166: Catfish, Giant and Cave Cricket

Three more classic Dungeons and Dragons monsters in today's episode, from the spooky Apparition to the mysterious Astral Searcher!  If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities!

Three more classic Dungeons and Dragons monsters in today's episode, from the spooky Apparition to the mysterious Astral Searcher! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon</a>? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities!

Episode 79: Apparition to Astral Searcher

My Patreon backers -- backer Gerall in particular -- bring you this episode about Glorantha's trolls, the creatures who call themselves Uz. Enjoy! (And here is that Trollpak link I mentioned.) If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to Ray Otus for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by Jesse Spillane, used under a Creative Commons Attribution License.

My Patreon backers -- backer Gerall in particular -- bring you this episode about Glorantha's trolls, the creatures who call themselves Uz. Enjoy! (<a href="https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/282431/Trollpak?affiliate_id=17916" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">And here is that Trollpak link I mentioned</a>.) If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon</a>? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to <a href="http://rayotus.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray Otus</a> for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by <a href="http://www.jessespillane.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jesse Spillane</a>, used under a <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Commons Attribution License</a>.

Special Episode: Uz

This episode includes the personifications of such terrible sins as greed and ... being a big strong guy, I guess? If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to Ray Otus for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by Jesse Spillane, used under a Creative Commons Attribution License.

This episode includes the personifications of such terrible sins as greed and ... being a big strong guy, I guess? If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon</a>? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to <a href="http://rayotus.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray Otus</a> for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by <a href="http://www.jessespillane.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jesse Spillane</a>, used under a <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Commons Attribution License</a>.

Episode 185: Devils (part 4)

Three more classic Dungeons and Dragons monsters in today's episode, including the horrible Retriever, the adorable Rothe and the vengeful Revenant!  If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities!

Three more classic Dungeons and Dragons monsters in today's episode, including the horrible Retriever, the adorable Rothe and the vengeful Revenant! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon</a>? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities!

Episode 123: Retriever to Rothe

We continue our tour of Heck's upper management in this week's episode! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to Ray Otus for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by Jesse Spillane, used under a Creative Commons Attribution License.

We continue our tour of Heck's upper management in this week's episode! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon</a>? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to <a href="http://rayotus.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray Otus</a> for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by <a href="http://www.jessespillane.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jesse Spillane</a>, used under a <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Commons Attribution License</a>.

Episode 184: Devils (part 3)

It's plants and ants in today's episode as we look at two more classic D&amp;D monsters! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to Ray Otus for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by Jesse Spillane, used under a Creative Commons Attribution License.

It's plants and ants in today's episode as we look at two more classic D&amp;D monsters! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon</a>? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to <a href="http://rayotus.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray Otus</a> for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by <a href="http://www.jessespillane.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jesse Spillane</a>, used under a <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Commons Attribution License</a>.

Episode 201: Forester's Bane and Formian

A mean old hag, a big old bug, and a puffy puffball -- I have to say the MM2 is exceeding expectations so far! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to Ray Otus for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by Jesse Spillane, used under a Creative Commons Attribution License.

A mean old hag, a big old bug, and a puffy puffball -- I have to say the MM2 is exceeding expectations so far! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon</a>? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! Thanks to <a href="http://rayotus.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray Otus</a> for our thumbnail image. The intro music is a clip from "Solve the Damn Mystery" by <a href="http://www.jessespillane.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jesse Spillane</a>, used under a <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Commons Attribution License</a>.

Episode 153: Annis to Ascomoid

There are three classic Dungeons and Dragons monsters in today's episode: the Wolverine, the Wraith, and the Wyvern. And I am vindicated about thinking wraiths and wights are similar!  If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities! 

There are three classic Dungeons and Dragons monsters in today's episode: the Wolverine, the Wraith, and the Wyvern. And I am vindicated about thinking wraiths and wights are similar! If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon</a>? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities!

Episode 68: Wolverine to Wyvern

Three more classic Dungeons and Dragons monsters in this episode, two of them from the hand of UK gaming legend Ian Livingstone! I think we can see some trends emerging.  If you're enjoying the show, why not consider supporting it on Patreon? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities!

Three more classic Dungeons and Dragons monsters in this episode, two of them from the hand of UK gaming legend Ian Livingstone! I think we can see some trends emerging. If you're enjoying the show, why not consider <a href="https://www.patreon.com/monsterman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">supporting it on Patreon</a>? You'll get access to lots of new bonus content, including my other podcast, Patron Deities!

Episode 81: Blindheim to Bloodworm, Giant

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