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Axe of the Blood God: An RPG Podcast

Axe of the Blood God
Final Fantasy
Rpgs
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Summer Game Fest
Baldur's Gate III
Monster Hunter Wilds
Dragon Age
Final Fantasy XIV
Nintendo Switch 2
Pokemon
Unicorn Overlord
Dragon Quest
Final Fantasy Tactics
Bioware
Baldur's Gate 3
Square Enix
Paper Mario: the Thousand-Year Door
Chrono Trigger
Final Fantasy VII
Magic: the Gathering

Nadia Oxford, Eric Van Allen, and Victor Hunter explore the best in the wonderful world of role-playing video games! Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/bloodgodpod

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We're going to the only place where people can agree on what an RPG is... SPACE!

Victor and Nadia, with a little help from the listeners, discuss their favourite RPGs set in space, RPGs that feature space stages, and RPGs that feature space travel re... more

Victor is back from Final Fantasy XIV Fan Fest in Anaheim and he brought a lot of thoughts and even more interviews from listeners, friends of the show, friends of himself, and new friends! Look forward to appearances from Harper Jay, Fusionx, CrystA... more

Eric is joined by guest Austin Walker on a solo run to discuss Austin's upcoming TTRPG Realis.

Topics include:

Viewing Realis through the Shonen lens, (or Boss Babying Realis, if you prefer).

World-building in a tabletop space vs game de... more

It's a very special episode this week as Victor interviews Bradly Halestorm, the founder of LionWing Publishing, a team that specializes in localizing Japanese tabletop RPGs both old and new. We learn all about his history with RPGs and what it's lik... more

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Recent Guests

Austin Walker
Game journalist and designer; founder of Waypoint; involved with Friends at the Table
Independent/Side projects (Waypoint, Friends at the Table)
Episode: Realis w/ Austin Walker
Bradly Hale
Founder of LionWing Publishing
LionWing Publishing
Episode: Localizing Shin Megami Tensei: Tokyo Conception w/ Bradly Halestorm
Casey DeFreitas
From IGN; involved in competitive Pokemon coverage and side events
IGN
Episode: Pokémon Champions
Kallie Plagge
Veteran games journalist; competitive Pokemon enthusiast
The Verge
Episode: Pokémon Champions
Joseph Bradford
Managing Editor, mmorpg.com
mmorpg.com
Episode: Crimson Desert, March AI Woes w/ Joseph Bradford
Lucas White
Games media veteran with 15 years of experience
Skybox Critics
Episode: Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined w/ Lucas White
Ash Paulsen
Gaming content creator and Mega Man enthusiast
Good Vibes Gaming
Episode: The Switch 2 As An RPG Machine W/ Ash Paulsen
Liana Hayfer
Guest discussing gaming topics and insights
IGN, PC Gamer
Episode: Most-Anticipated RPGs of 2026
Steve Buscemi
Actor and special guest for the RPG discussion
Episode: The Game Awards Recap and The Best Cold Guys

Hosts

Victor Hunter
Host of the podcast, bringing a wealth of knowledge about RPGs and industry trends.
Eric Van Allen
Co-host contributing deep insights into RPGs and gaming mechanics with a humorous flair.
Nadia Oxford
Co-host known for her engaging storytelling and passion for RPGs, enhancing discussions with personal anecdotes.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Great show but

    The guy who came on to talk about Crimson Desert is a complete sale out . Instantly comes out of the fed the use of AI. lol as he’s worked with that studio a lot. Could never trust anything that guy says. Love this show tho

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Certified Eric
    United States2 months ago
  • Please share the mic

    How Eric finds a way to dominate every conversation with such conviction must be studied… I’ve listened to the show for years, but since Kat’s departure, Nadia can barely get a word in edgewise. The final straw was the Pokopia episode, where Eric steamrolled Nadia to give the most patronizing vocal-fried slog of a game description. Victor has been wonderful, and tries to volley the conversation away from Eric, only for it to be snatched right back, so Eric can give some puffy meta-commentary on ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Martinder
    Canada2 months ago
  • I don’t care about Final Fantasy 14!

    They talk way too much about Final Fantasy 14 I thought they made a separate podcast for that?!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Jackal7777777
    United States3 months ago
  • Different vibe now but still good

    Loved this when Kat and Nadia were the main hosts. The show has since evolved and has a different tone now. For me, it lost something special as the dudes kinda took over in the past couple years - a shame, but still pretty good. Older episodes, when guests were also great and given more room to breathe, are nice to revisit.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ShallowEnd
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Huh

    What are we doing here

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Popo_Nono
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the chemistry among hosts, often highlighting how personal stories enrich the gaming discussions.
Mixed reviews indicate some dissatisfaction with the shift in dynamics among hosts but praise the nostalgic content and community engagement.
The podcast offers thoughtful and engaging discussions about RPGs, blending humor with deep insights.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#39
United States/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#203
United States/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#24
Canada/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#118
Canada/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#128
United Kingdom/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#95
Australia/Leisure/Video Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Localizing Shin Megami Tensei: Tokyo Conception w/ Bradly Halestorm
Q: What makes Tokyo Conception accessible to non- TT RPG players?
Bradly emphasizes that the book is deep but approachable, with clear systems and flow that allow both casual readers and hardcore RPG fans to enjoy it.
Localizing Shin Megami Tensei: Tokyo Conception w/ Bradly Halestorm
Q: Why start with Nocturne-based material for SMT Tokyo Conception?
He explains Nocturne has global brand recognition and personal affinity, making it the most logical entry point for an SMT tabletop release, even though other SMT books exist.
Localizing Shin Megami Tensei: Tokyo Conception w/ Bradly Halestorm
Q: Tell us about the hardest part of getting Tokyo Conception licensed.
Bradly explains that the licensing process was an absolute nightmare, taking over a year and requiring negotiations with multiple companies and key individuals, with a lot of persistence and careful groundwork before approaching the rights holders.
Crimson Desert, March AI Woes w/ Joseph Bradford
Q: How many hours have you put into Crimson Desert, and what were your broad takeaways?
Bradford shares about 80 hours, acknowledging divisiveness and noting the game's ambitious approach; the panel discusses the open world's depth, the onboarding challenges, and how the game's systems reward deliberate exploration.
Next Fest Highlights, Ys X, Tales of Berseria
Q: What stood out most to you at Steam Next Fest 2026?
Parasite Mutant and Zero Parades for Dead Spies stood out for their strong tonal execution and innovative RPG systems, with Zero Parades offering a Disco Elysium-like investigative structure and Parasite Mutant delivering a hybrid Parasite Eve vibe with modern twists.

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