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Darker Days Radio

Derek Day
Old Gods Of Appalachia
Warhammer
Imperium Maledictum
Imperial Horror
Gnosticism
The Laundry Files RPG
Cubicle 7
Wargaming
CJ Carella's Witchcraft
Orgoth
Christianity
Appalachian Folklore
Folk Horror
Valentinianism
Manichaeanism
Cathars
Warhammer 40,000
Vampire the Masquerade
Role-Playing Game Mechanics
Charles Stross

Horror roleplaying writers discuss their favorite RPGs, with a focus on Vampire the Masquerade, Chronicles of Darkness, and Warhammer, and introduce real world spookiness with the Secret Frequency.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes362Founded17 years ago
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GamesHobbiesLeisure

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Latest Episodes

Crystal and Chigg are joined by special guests BW Holland and Noxwieller Burf (Westley) to talk about the historic horror genre. We discuss Victorian-era vampires, Cthulhu, and many other historical settings and inspirations. As always, our panels wi... more

Crystal and Chigg host a live panel at the illustrious GenCon! We talk about cyber horror and what that looks like with different subgenres. Our audience asked many outstanding questions about the genre, including what we thought it would look like a... more

Crystal moderates a world-building in Horror panel at Gamehole Con 2024. Special guests include Jess Geyer, Rick Heinz, Jason Keech, and Matthew Orr, all writers in the area of horror. We talk about safety tools, how horror affects our storytelling, ... more

Chigg, Mike, and Crystal are joined by guest panelists B.W. Holland, Rick Heinz, and Westley (Noxwieler) Berf to talk about the gothic horror genre and why we all love it. We also celebrate B.W. Holland's ENnie win the night before. We discuss differ... more

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Chris
Regular host with a keen interest in tabletop RPGs, their lore, and mechanics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 95 ratings
  • Great show

    I really love this podcast. Great crew!!! I would like to see more actual plays. Your actual plays are so good.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    minnesotamich
    Canada2 years ago
  • Realm of Fire?!?!

    who are these lads pretending to be realm of fire hahahaha

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ulovar
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Episode 205

    Audio so low, when I turn my ipod all the way up I can barely hear it.

    Thanks guys,

    keep up the good work,

    cheers

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spooky Spookerson
    United States4 years ago
  • Fantastic gaming podcast

    Very entertaining podcast that covers a wide range of tabletop gaming subjects - from rpgs to Warhammer. Well worth a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RustyD20
    Australia4 years ago
  • Excellent show, covering many of my favorite gaming worlds.

    Podchaser
    5
    JohnSilence
    4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some reviews mention the wish for more actual play episodes to showcase game mechanics in practice.
Many highlight the hosts' expertise and strong chemistry, making each episode engaging and informative.
The "Secret Frequency" segment is particularly well-received for its creative storytelling integration into gameplay.
Listeners appreciate the diverse topics and in-depth discussions about horror-themed RPGs and their lore.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#140
India/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#198
Sweden/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#217
South Korea/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#220
Denmark/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#221
Austria/Leisure/Games

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#279: GURPS Madness Dossier, A Horror Heartbreaker
Q: Would you play Gurps Madness Dossier?
Not a chance in hell; I would prefer to play it in another system.
#279: GURPS Madness Dossier, A Horror Heartbreaker
Q: What was your least favorite part of Gurps' Madness Dossier?
The colonialism aspect that is prevalent throughout the game.
#256: C. J. Carella's Witchcraft, A Horror Heartbreaker
Q: Would you play this game?
Yes, I have already offered to play CJ Carella's Witchcraft, and my group agreed to check it out.
#270: Old Gods of Appalachia Deep Dive - Actual Play
Q: What do you mean that they’re living dead?
A holler man. A man without a soul.
#270: Old Gods of Appalachia Deep Dive - Actual Play
Q: How are we leaving this town?
Let's just go. Just lead the way. Get us out of this godforsaken place.

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Content revolves around navigating the rich landscapes of horror-themed roleplaying games, often focusing on franchises such as Vampire: The Masquerade and the Chronicles of Darkness. Through lively discussions, the hosts analyze specific games, mechanics, and the lore behind various settings, offering insights especially useful for both veterans and newcomers to these RPG worlds. Unique elements include segments like "Secret Frequency" that marry real-world events with creative storytelling possibilities, enhancing the immersion into game narratives. Along with examining gameplay elements, the conversations are enriched by personal anecdotes and a sense of community among gamers.

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