Jesse and Chris Talk about Cons, Covid and Credit Card Debt
Jesse’s Journey Through Tabletop Roleplaying: An Oral History of TTRPG Life and Culture
Chris' Journey Through Tabletop Roleplaying: An Oral History of TTRPG Life and Culture
Rolemaster Unlimited Actual Play – Shadow World: Norek Part 1
Blending Wargaming and Role-Playing Part 2: Warhammer 40k Crusade & Forbidden Psalm
Jesse and Chris continue exploring the fusion of wargaming and role-playing with Warhammer 40k Crusade campaign ideas and a dive into Forbidden Psalm. They share narrative strategies, hobby enthusiasm, and lessons from chaotic skirmishes.
Rolling with Momentum: Breaking Down Modiphius' 2d20 System
Join us for a roundtable deep dive into Modiphius' 2d20 system. We unpack mechanics like Momentum, and Threat across games like Dune, Fallout, and Star Trek Adventures—with plenty of hot takes and irreverent laughs. Perfect for players and GMs curious about what makes 2d20 tick.
This Podcast Could Have Been an Email: Pacing, Recaps, and Player Clarity
Between Dice and Drybrush: Exploring the Crossover Between Wargaming and TTRPGs
Killer GM, Master Storyteller: Laurin on Prepping, Pressure, and the One Ring
Beyond the Battle: Running TTRPGs with Minimal Combat
Maximizing Your Elevator Pitch for a Successful Session Zero
Learn how to craft a compelling elevator pitch that sets the tone for your TTRPG campaign. This quick guide helps you hook your players, align expectations, and build excitement from your very first Session Zero. Perfect for GMs who want to start strong and keep players engaged.
Improv Meets TTRPGs – How Improvisation Shapes Better Games
Creating Rolemaster Unified Characters – A Deep Dive into Classic Simulationist TTRPGs
Chris, Will, and Jesse roll up characters in Rolemaster Unified, a modern take on the crunchy simulationist RPG from the 80s. Dive into stat-heavy builds, brutal crits, and old-school charm!
Horror in TTRPGs with Karl: Storytelling, Setting & Mechanics in Call of Cthulhu | Bonus Episode
Join us for a deep dive into horror in tabletop RPGs with special guest Karl, a masterful Call of Cthulhu Keeper. We explore what makes horror storytelling work at the table, how to craft unsettling settings, and how game mechanics can enhance fear, tension, and dread. Karl also shares his personal journey as a gamemaster and the biggest skill upgrades that transformed his approach to horror. A must-listen for GMs, players, and fans of horror in RPGs.
Scif-i Mark has entered the chat. Science Fiction in TTRPGs and what makes it great!
Bog Trolls, Troika recaps, and why Chris Loves the Forgotten Realms | Bonus Episode
S5:E3 - Incorporating Dinosaurs Into Your Game
In this episode, we explore how to incorporate dinosaurs into your tabletop RPG—whether you're running a classic fantasy setting, a pulpy jungle adventure, or a time-traveling twist.
S5:E2 - The Best Resources for Dinosaur-Themed TTRPGs
S5:E1 - Dinosaurs & TTRPGs: Prehistoric Adventures at Your Table!
What happens when you combine the awe of dinosaurs with the storytelling magic of tabletop RPGs? I
Is Gaming Fiction Worth Reading? | Bonus Episode
In this episode, we dive into the often-debated world of roleplaying game fiction. From Dragonlance to Forgotten Realms, RPG tie-in novels have carved out a unique niche in speculative fiction—but are they genuinely compelling reads or just glorified game manuals?