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To prelude a brand new season of The Lab coming this summer, we are happy to unleash this episode we recorded but never had time to edit before now. Ulraunt's Guide to the Planes: The Shadowfell is currently on sale on DmsGuild! https://www.dmsguild.com/product/264872/Ulraunts-Guide-to-the-Planes-The-Shadowfell Check out Garin's comedy podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/channel-34-sketch-comedy-radio/id1529318250

What ever happened to those LaBoiz? Tune in this week to find out! Twitter: @Channel34Pod Email: Channel34Pod@gmail.com Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2YSNmIx Stitcher: https://bit.ly/3jyCsj8

You can look at our shorts if you want to. Garin and Dan create Pokemon trainers inspired by themselves because they’re super narcissistic. With three monster squads, they argue over what qualifies as ranged damage and if one turtle can make up for a whole team’s weakness. Pokemon- JoeTheDM (https://bit.ly/2OCrvCr) Patreon: http://patreon.com/dndcharacterlab Twitter: http://twitter.com/dndcharacterlab Facebook: http://facebook.com/dndcharacterlab Shirts and Merch: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/dndcharacterlab

Brawl Stars (that’s a different game) Roq and Borivik face off with so much fightitude that there isn’t much to discuss when it comes to magic damage. Don’t worry though, Dan finds plenty to discuss in control and Garin gets annoyed having to listen to it. Check out Tome of Warfare for new classes you’ve never rolled before! Tome of Warfare- Conner McCall (https://bit.ly/2Yej8R4) Kardiff’s Tattered Notes - Jonathan Dupree (https://bit.ly/2Z6cNEs) 5e Racial Handbook - Supreme Slayer (https://bit.ly/2TcVOOR) Patreon: http://patreon.com/dndcharacterlab Twitter: http://twitter.com/dndcharacterlab Facebook: http://facebook.com/dndcharacterlab Shirts and Merch: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/dndcharacterlab Crit Nation - https://www.critacademy.com/crit-nation Tabletop Loot: https://tabletoploot.com/?v=7516fd43adaa

It’s a woodsy throw down with these two natural creations that vie for the monthly prize while featuring some exciting new content from one of the best in the business, Kobold Press. Garin’s character used to be a tree and still is too while Dan take contorts the cutest race possible into something woefully sinister. Tales of Old Margreve Players Guide - Kobold Press (https://bit.ly/2O93cvu) Patreon: http://patreon.com/dndcharacterlab Twitter: http://twitter.com/dndcharacterlab Facebook: http://facebook.com/dndcharacterlab Shirts and Merch: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/dndcharacterlab

There are so many places to travel in this great wide D&D world so why stick to the material plane? Garin and Dan explore some of the lesser known origins in this fascinating work by a talented author. Dan is dead set on making dark characters for every class and Garin builds a llama that requires the help of his kid’s mama. Codex of the Infinite Planes Collected 1 The Inner Planes - Dave Coulson (https://bit.ly/2O7OULy) Codex of the Infinite Planes Collected 2 Transitive and Echo Planes - Dave Coulson (https://bit.ly/2JIa66A) Llamaians - Forest G. Emerson (https://bit.ly/2M24Xbi) Races Revised: Revenant - Josh Gentry (https://bit.ly/2LZXMjT) Crit Nation - https://www.critacademy.com/crit-nation Patreon: http://patreon.com/dndcharacterlab Twitter: http://twitter.com/dndcharacterlab Facebook: http://facebook.com/dndcharacterlab Shirts and Merch: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/dndcharacterlab

Quadruple the fun with four creators bringing three products all about one big element, Water. This episode features so much content you’ll want to check out for a seafaring campaign or even just a brief boat ride down Dawson’s Creek. Garin brings one of his darkest creations while Dan smashes Hawkeye and Thor together into a ferocious MerRanger. Aquatic Archetypes - Bryan Holmes (https://bit.ly/2XLGMnL) Call From The Deep: Races and Feats - JVC Parry (https://bit.ly/2XITHqA) Tides of Blood - Darren Kenny, Conor Higgins (https://bit.ly/2JoPuiB) Patreon: http://patreon.com/dndcharacterlab Twitter: http://twitter.com/dndcharacterlab Facebook: http://facebook.com/dndcharacterlab Shirts and Merch: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/dndcharacterlab

Our third installment of You’re The Worst, wherein we make worst possible characters for each other, see’s a perfect example of the garbage you can find both in official content and across the internet. Garin tests Dan’s patience as a cohost and brother while Dan shows just how much he’s learned about what it takes to make a trash PC. Crit Nation - https://www.critacademy.com/crit-nation

Recorded live from our roach ridden AirBnB on location at Origins Game Faire, we dip back into the professional content of Alex Clippinger with these Barbarian builds. Garin’s badger would be right at home in a time traveling phone booth and Dan’s is something with rage, probably….wait does anyone read shownotes? Book of the Path - Alex Clippinger (https://bit.ly/2wylkmP) Melenite Race- Nathanial Roux (https://bit.ly/2WbT6c5) Crit Nation - https://www.critacademy.com/crit-nation

Driving reference, car reference, crash reference! There that takes care of the on-brand humor, now get into this episode for two characters that know their way around a battle cart in this feature of ERF Jordan’s “Twisted Mithral”. Dan pulls some trash moves but Garin appreciates the effort so everyone wins. Twisted Mithral - ERF Jordan (https://bit.ly/2HLA3jJ) Fugitive: A Ravenloft Background - Jacob Driscoll (https://bit.ly/2K7d4SO) Patreon: http://patreon.com/dndcharacterlab Twitter: http://twitter.com/dndcharacterlab Facebook: http://facebook.com/dndcharacterlab Shirts and Merch: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/dndcharacterlab Attribution: Asylum by jantrax | https://soundcloud.com/jantr4x Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

This week, Garin and Dan take a break from character builds to discuss their first Gaming Convention, Origins 2019! Being their first con, some of their "hot takes" may not be all that novel to you, but it's worth a listen, you spoiled child. Guest star: Jon the Roach.

This is a true test of co hosts. Garin and Dan try and create the same character with nothing to go on except a character name “Fat Neal”. The real argument this time becomes about who better encapsulated the essence of Fat Neal. Garin opts for a soft, passive route while Dan insists that you are not bound by your name but can instead write your own destiny. Patreon: http://patreon.com/dndcharacterlab Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/dndcharacterlab Twitter: http://twitter.com/dndcharacterlab Facebook: http://facebook.com/dndcharacterlab Crit Nation - https://www.critacademy.com/crit-nation

The first feature episode for another super successful DMsGuild author, Garin and Dan highlight the work of Benjamin Huffman with a punching, bow slinging, super tanky duo that go neck and neck all the way to the end. Dan sets a new Lab record and Garin finally gets to live one of his dreams of playing with dinosaurs. Complete Martialist Handbook - Benjamin Huffman and Ross Leisser (https://bit.ly/2GN45Eu) Saurian - Benjamin Huffman (https://bit.ly/2JnXqTO) Pugilist - Benjamin Huffman (https://bit.ly/2zHqYWa) Dhampir- Benjamin Huffman (https://bit.ly/2Jvx9Tw) Patreon: http://patreon.com/dndcharacterlab Twitter: http://twitter.com/dndcharacterlab Facebook: http://facebook.com/dndcharacterlab Shirts and Merch: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/dndcharacterlab Attribution: Degenerate Blues by Alexander Nakarada | https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Tarantula Tattoo by Glitch | https://soundcloud.com/glitch Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

Once this episode is over you’re far from done listening because chances are you haven’t been through the entire catalog of Crit Academy, our partner and friend. This successful podcast has been running for years and even wrote original content that we feature this week. Dan will make your skin crawl with his inspiration and Garin builds yet another child prodigy character. If you haven’t noticed 3 of his last 4 have been that way. Backgrounds of Faerun - Bryan Holmes (https://bit.ly/2BhOzNP) Brawler: A Path for Barbarians - Crit Academy (https://bit.ly/2vQLLUJ) Gun Mage Sorcerous Origin - Crit Academy (https://bit.ly/2vyydNz) Crit Nation - https://www.critacademy.com/crit-nation Tabletop Loot: http://tabletoploot.com Attribution: Science And Magic by Serge Narcissoff | https://soundcloud.com/sergenarcissoff Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US Short But Strong! by Savfk | https://www.youtube.com/savfkmusic Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Pay The Reaper by Darren-Curtis | https://soundcloud.com/desperate-measurez Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

It is our unbiased opinion that there is no other pair you’d want by your side at the end of the world than us. Not only are we handsome and charismatic, we also routinely create fresh characters so there will never be a dull day in our bunker. Garin steps into the skin of the undead and Dan is straight fire. Sir Alkian’s Guide to Surviving the Apocalypse - Anne Gregersen (https://bit.ly/2Zzkl3m) Crit Nation - https://www.critacademy.com/crit-nation Patreon: http://patreon.com/dndcharacterlab Twitter: http://twitter.com/dndcharacterlab Facebook: http://facebook.com/dndcharacterlab Shirts and Merch: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/dndcharacterlab Attribution: Apocalypse by Serge Narcissoff | https://soundcloud.com/sergenarcissoff Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US Ignite The Fire by Darren-Curtis | https://soundcloud.com/desperate-measurez Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

Before we were even Level 1 Lab Boys, we did extensive research on player options in our dusty old arcane library of Kobold Press books. Now we have returned to this purveyor of fine products with an episode all about the wonders that this publisher has to offer. Get ready for two of the most capable partial casting fighting men you’ve ever seen. Midgard Heroes Handbook- Kobold Press (https://bit.ly/2FP10Ri) Warlock - Kobold Press (https://bit.ly/2J2sSpI0) Combat Divination - Kobold Press (https://bit.ly/2Vfczwd) Crit Nation - https://www.critacademy.com/crit-nation Attribution: Leaving For Valhalla by Alexander Nakarada | https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Black Sails by Arthur Vyncke | https://soundcloud.com/arthurvost Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US The Impossible by Savfk | https://www.youtube.com/savfkmusic Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Abandon all notions you have about when a character should receive weapons of a certain rarity because these level 2 characters are positively stacked with all the rarest treasures. Dan tugs at Garin’s heart strings with a build that hits close to home while Garin brings in one of the most memorable ranged categories the Lab has even seen. Ancestral Weapons - Dungeon Rollers (https://bit.ly/2G67FI0) Ridiculous and Impractical Magic Items That Are Fun - Ben Boyarko (https://bit.ly/2ZcT867) Alien Influence - David Adams (https://bit.ly/2XNYtzt) Complete Martialist Handbook - Benjamin Huffman and Ross Leisser (https://bit.ly/2GN45Eu) Gods and Goddesses - Jetpack7 (https://bit.ly/2SQiPKe) Masters and Minions - Jetpack7 (https://bit.ly/2ILc3Qx) Little Heroes - Anne Gregersen (https://bit.ly/2Hk36Og) Patreon: http://patreon.com/dndcharacterlab Twitter: http://twitter.com/dndcharacterlab Facebook: http://facebook.com/dndcharacterlab Crit Nation - https://www.critacademy.com/crit-nation Shirts and Merch: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/dndcharacterlab Attribution: Plantation by Audionautix | http://audionautix.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Red Baron’s Theme | The Grand Score by Alexander Nakarada | https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Its flavor vs favor as the boys create two very Ally Assist heavy characters in this gonzo entry to the Lab. You’re gonna be so hungry listening to this episode which will hopefully distract you from another Monk love fest out of fan favorite Dan. The Book of House - Willy Abeel (https://bit.ly/2Uu3mfX) Greasemonkey’s Handbook - Val Sereen Mogman Dabloon (https://bit.ly/2FsvoDA) Guildmaster’s Guide to Ravnica - Wizards of the Coast (https://amzn.to/2S1KOSm) Patreon: http://patreon.com/dndcharacterlab Twitter: http://twitter.com/dndcharacterlab Facebook: http://facebook.com/dndcharacterlab Shirts and Merch: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/dndcharacterlab Attribution: Spook4 by PeriTune | http://peritune.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Dark Days by Kabbalistic Village | https://soundcloud.com/kabbalisticvillage Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported (CC BY-ND 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/3.0/

There’s a lot on the line this week as Garin and Dan make a return to the more competitive show format of old with an actual prize going to the winner. Dan reaches down deep to find a new friend while Garin creates the fanciest pirate you ever done met. As a special treat, you’ll find a colorful cast of high seas characters that should definitely be NPCs in your game. Blackpowder Pirates - David Adams (https://bit.ly/2OUi3qp) Patreon: http://patreon.com/dndcharacterlab Twitter: http://twitter.com/dndcharacterlab Facebook: http://facebook.com/dndcharacterlab Shirts and Merch: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/dndcharacterlab Attribution: Sea Of Thieves by Serge Narcissoff | https://soundcloud.com/sergenarcissoff Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-SA 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/ Ross Bugden: Epic Pirate Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hVBgKCYrI-c Desert Dance Music by https://www.free-stock-music.com

A nature battle for the ages hits the Lab this week as Garin completes his 180 degree turn on one of the most poopoo’d classes while Dan blends a couple classes together in just one of his tricky tricks. The best tasting food is free and we say the same goes for professional quality content. Mordenkainen’s Codex of Allies - Clan Crafter Hralding (https://bit.ly/2TTpfDZ) Volos Complete Subrace Handbook - Clan Crafter Hralding (https://bit.ly/2MmyFnN) Lamp's Light Sanitarium: https://bit.ly/2DgPRts Patreon: http://patreon.com/dndcharacterlab Twitter: http://twitter.com/dndcharacterlab Facebook: http://facebook.com/dndcharacterlab Shirts and Merch: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/dndcharacterlab Attribution: Vikings by Serge Narcissoff | https://soundcloud.com/sergenarcissoff Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US Pantscrapper by Alexander Nakarada | https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/