Grab your dice, loosen your cloak, and prepare to laugh until you roll a nat 1 — because this episode of Critical Role Models is gonna be chaos (the fun kind).

Join us with special guest Spencer as we dive headfirst into the funniest and most unhinged moments from Critical Role Campaign 1. From Grog's shopping trip gone wrong to confusing cows, this highlight reel has everything we love about roleplaying gone gloriously off the rails.

And this is just part one! Next month we'll have clips from C2, C3 and beyond.

Now, normally Critical Role Models is all about sharpening your storytelling skills and leveling up your roleplay—but this time? We’re just here for a good time.

So pop that healing potion, sit back and remember: no plan survives contact with your players (sorry Matt).

We’ve conquered the Dungeons… now it’s time for the Dragons.

In this high-flying episode of Critical Role Models, we break down what makes dragons the ultimate fantasy icon—and how you can make them unforgettable at your table.

Whether you’re a Dungeon Master looking to craft a legendary wyrm or a player determined to claim that hoard, this episode is packed with actionable tips and epic inspiration.

We use two of Critical Role's most memorable dragons as examples:

• Raishan – The Diseased Deceiver. A masterclass in manipulation, long games, and layered villainy.
• Gelidon – The Nightmare in Ivory. Proof that a dragon encounter can be terrifying, personal, and brutally simple.

Level up your storytelling. Sharpen your blades. And remember—every dragon has a weakness… if you’re clever enough to find it. 🔥

Want to design dungeons like Matt Mercer? We'll help by breaking down the fundamentals of dungeons. We analyze two famous dungeons from Critical Role Campaign 2—the Happy Fun Ball and the Crawling King's Cage—to show you how Matt connects story threads, creates memorable challenges, and builds a great experience for his players. Whether you're a DM preparing your first dungeon or a player wanting to understand the craft, this episode reveals the building blocks behind Matt's legendary dungeon design and how you can build your own delicious dungeon.

Timestamps:

• 0:02:49 - History of Dungeons in D&D
• 0:06:46 - Concept: Location, Denizens, and Goal
• 0:20:33 - Designing Dungeons: Rooms with Stuff
• 0:24:21 - Denizens: Who Lives There?
• 0:34:00 - Rewards: Treasure and Information
• 0:37:30 - Room Description: The Three Senses Rule
• 0:44:10 - External Groups and World Building
• 0:51:43 - Twists: When Things Aren't What They Seem
• 0:54:59 - Crit Role Stat & Blanking w/ Critical Role