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Character Creation Cast

Amelia Antrim, Ryan Boelter
Character Creation
Agon
After the Bomb
Role Playing Games
Mörk Borg
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Orbital Blues
Role-Playing Games
Evil Hat Productions
Gaming Mechanics
Palladium Games
Tabletop Rpgs
System Mastery Podcast
TMNT
Game Design
Dark Fantasy
Tabletop Rpg
Starfinder
Metalepsis
Big Bad Con

Join Amelia and Ryan on a journey to create characters in many different role playing game systems with guests from across the industry.

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Latest Episodes

Welcome to the second episode of series 82, everyone! In this series, we are covering Salvage Union, a hope-core, giant mech TTRPG, with designers Aled Lawlor and Panny Lines! In today’s episode, we finish our character creation and then create our m... more

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Welcome to the first episode of series 82, everyone! In this series, we are covering Salvage Union, a hope-core, giant mech TTRPG, with designers Aled Lawlor and Panny Lines! In today’s episode, learn all about the game and begin creating our charact... more

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Welcome to the final episode of series 81, everyone! In this series, we are covering Shadowdark with designer Kelsey Dionne! In today’s episode, we finish our discussion series with getting into some more great discussion about the nuts and bolts of ... more

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Welcome to the fourth episode of series 81, everyone! In this series, we are covering Shadowdark with designer Kelsey Dionne! In today’s episode, we begin our discussion series with learning more about Kelsey as well as getting into some great discus... more

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Recent Guests

Kelsey Dionne
Designer of Shadowdark RPG and creator of The Arcane Library
The Arcane Library
Episode: Series 81.4 - Shadowdark with Kelsey Dionne [Designer] (Discussion)
Senda Linaugh
Co-host on Pandas Talking Games Podcast and game writer
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Episode: Series 80.1 - Breaking the Ice with Senda Linaugh and Ryan Boelter
Brian Saliba
Creator of Monty Python's Cocurricular Medieval Reenactment Programme
Episode: Series 78.2 - Monty Python’s Cocurricular Mediaeval Reenactment Programme with Brian Saliba [Designer] (Creation Continued)
Mike Macagnone
Designer at Living Metal Games
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Episode: Series 77.2 - Crucible of Aether with Mike Macagnone [Designer] (Creation Concluded)
Tyler Samples
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Episode: Series 76.4 - Monster of the Week with Tyler Samples [Mystery County] (Discussion)
Cat McDonald
Designer of Rangers of a Broken World
Peach Garden Games
Episode: Series 75.4 - Rangers of a Broken World with Cat McDonald [Designer] (Discussion Continued)
Sam Sleney
Game designer and co-designer of Orbital Blues
Sleney, Clark and Cox
Episode: Series 74.4 - Orbital Blues with Sam Sleney [Designer] (Discussion)
Jon He-Him
Co-host of System Mastery Podcast
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Episode: Series 73.4 - TMNT and After the Bomb with Jef and Jon from System Mastery (Discussion)
Pelle Nilsson
Writer of Mork Borg, an apocalyptic dark fantasy RPG
Mörk Borg
Episode: Series 72.3 - Mörk Borg with Pelle Nilsson [Designer] (Discussion)

Hosts

Ryan Boelter
One of the hosts specializing in character creation in tabletop role-play games, often providing insights into gameplay mechanics and storytelling.
Amelia Antrim
Co-host known for her creativity in character creation and passionate engagement with tabletop RPGs, providing a deep understanding of game mechanics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 156 ratings
  • Fun show that will help you build more interesting characters

    It’s so refreshing to see a TTRPG podcast that’s not about D&D. This show is a great way to learn about how character building works in different TTRPGs and being walked through it with the game’s creators is fun. Ryan and Amelia are engaging, warm hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Starmamac
    United Statesa year ago
  • Let's Make Some People

    Oh my goodness, have I not left a review yet? Well, no time like the present!

    This podcast is a joy to listen to, and the hosts Amelia and Ryan are such thoughtful and creative individuals that I love it when my podcatcher tells me I've got a new CCC episode to listen to. They've done so many episodes featuring character creation for so many different games, that it would be almost impossible to pick a favorite. So instead I'll just talk about the most recent series, series 64, about the Flabber... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brian Kurtz
    United States2 years ago
  • Favorite TTRPG Podcast

    Actual plays can be hard to get through if you can’t vibe with the actors. Luckily, I don’t have this problem with Character Creation Cast, and not just because it’s the rare role playing podcast that is not an actual play. Amelia and Ryan have wonderful chemistry. If nerd snark has you down, fear not, because these guys use it as a spice, not the main ingredient. They love role-playing games, and in every episode you can hear them get invested in their characters and the process. Sincerity is h... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    3crobles
    United States2 years ago
  • Safety Episode

    Thank you so much for this episode!

    I’m sure a lot of us have had experiences that have been sub- optimal and we did not have a mechanism for putting a halt to it- and as an older player, I remember a time when trying to express that would have been anathema. I’m so glad it’s not anymore.

    We all have the right to feel safe and no one has a pass to make us feel unsafe(if we don’t agree to them doing so)

    I would like to point out another great effect of each of us Learning where the lines are ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jashasedai
    United States2 years ago
  • A Treasure Trove

    I love listening to this podcast. It’s not only a great introduction to new games, but the hosts and their guests take some time to talk about how the characters act as a window into how the game works. In a world where there’s never enough time to play all of the games, Character Creation surely helps at least touch on a lot of them!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mint and Rabbits
    Canada2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Fans commend the variety of guests and the depth of insights into game design, making the podcast a valuable resource for both players and designers.
Many find the podcast a great gateway to discovering new tabletop RPGs, noting how it introduces unique game mechanics and narrative styles.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' engaging and warm dynamic, often highlighting how informative and enjoyable the character creation discussions are.

Chart Rankings

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

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#118
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Apple Podcasts
#199
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Series 81.1 - Shadowdark with Kelsey Dionne [Designer] (Creation)
Q: What do you feel makes this game unique?
I wanted to make Shadowdark maximally approachable for people who may not have ever touched an old school style game before.
Series 81.1 - Shadowdark with Kelsey Dionne [Designer] (Creation)
Q: Can you tell us about the setting of this game?
It's a light touch on setting information with a strong implied setting including deities, spells, and character backgrounds.
Series 80.3 - Reincarnated as the Unlovable Villainess with Ryan Boelter
Q: How does a character advance in this game?
Characters advance by gaining hearts with love interests through dates and events, reaching milestones that trigger rewards or help mitigate bad endings.
Series 80.3 - Reincarnated as the Unlovable Villainess with Ryan Boelter
Q: So what sort of setting do you play in in this game?
The base game is a standard fantasy setting that includes roles like princesses, duchesses, and mages, as well as elements like royal courts and masquerade balls.
Series 81.4 - Shadowdark with Kelsey Dionne [Designer] (Discussion)
Q: What sort of process or mechanic do you really love to see in a character creation system?
Kelsey emphasizes an emphasis on randomness in character creation, noting that it often leads to unique and unexpected character outcomes.

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The content is centered around creating characters within various tabletop role-playing game systems, often with the input and guidance of guests who are industry experts. The hosts lead listeners through the character creation process, encouraging creativity and exploration while discussing the mechanics and narratives unique to each game. Each episode typically features new systems, bringing fresh perspectives and insights from game designers and players alike. Special episodes delve into thematic connections and gameplay elements, catering to both seasoned RPG enthusiasts and newcomers looking to learn about diverse gaming experiences.

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Character Creation Cast launched 7 years ago and published 324 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Character Creation Cast include:

1. Kelsey Dionne
2. Senda Linaugh
3. Brian Saliba
4. Mike Macagnone
5. Tyler Samples
6. Cat McDonald
7. Sam Sleney
8. Jon He-Him

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