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Your favorite table top RPG design topics podcast

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes100Founded4 years ago
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In which John and Jess discuss the excitement of starting new games. Jess has closed out an epic-level campaign and is kicking off both Daggerheart and Wild Beyond the Witchlight (as a player!). They dive into Daggerheart’s Hope and Fear dice system,... more

In which John, Jess, Ben, and their guest, James Pozenel, hack into Netcrawl, a cyberdungeon crawl in the style of Dungeon Crawl Classics. Here the whole party enters the digital fray, not just the netrunner or cybermancer. Using a flexible skill sys... more

In this special episode John is joined by Amber, Hailee, and Matt from the RPG collective, Cloud Curio. We discuss their new project, Book of Wyrms as well as growing up in RPGs, and learning how to get support as a GM when designing new adventures

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Recent Guests

James Pozenel
Creator of Netcrawl and a tabletop RPG designer
Independent Tabletop RPG Designer
Episode: Actual Play: Netcrawl!
Matthew Cruz
Co-author and designer of Book of Wyrms
Cloud Curio
Episode: Interview: Cloud Curio on Book of Wyrms
Stephen Dewey
Owner and proprietor of Calvary Games
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Episode: Interview: Stephen Dewey
Garry Snow
Game master and creator of Fängelsehåla
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Episode: Actual Play: FÄNGELSEHÅLA
Tony Vasinda
Co-founder of PlusOneEXP, involved in tabletop RPG design and zine publishing.
PlusOneEXP
Episode: Pop up Episode! - Zine Month
JP Coovert
Content creator and monthly zine publisher, known for his work in RPGs.
Episode: Pop up Episode! - Zine Month
Matthew Wilson
Recurring guest, known for his insights on RPG design
Episode: White Whales: A response to RFT
Christopher Salzman
Game master for the episode, leading the gameplay of Air Boo-N-Boo.
Roll 4 It Media Network
Episode: Actual Play: Air Boo-N-Boo
Hailee Smith
Artist extraordinaire and collaborator at Cloud Curia.
Cloud Curia
Episode: Fantasy Art with Hailee Smith

Hosts

John
Co-host and creator, frequently discusses RPG mechanics and personal gaming anecdotes, bringing experience and enthusiasm for tabletop RPGs.
Ben
Jess

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 127 ratings
  • What is the point?

    I don’t know how you talk for 40 minutes about the new D&D book and say absolutely nothing, but this podcast manages it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Teem Dodger
    United Statesa year ago
  • More off topic than on

    Started listening for RPG discussion but find more and more there’s unrelated episodes, film reviews, book discussions and actual plays, than episodes on RPG discussions. The “but we’re doing something a little different today” has become a staple more than the exception.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Dilarus
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Best place on the internet for stories and meaning

    If you like ttrpgs and want those games to have story and meaning, this podcast and the Mapcrow community are the best place on the internet to get ideas and hear thought provoking conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stuicookie
    United States2 years ago
  • My favorite RPG podcast

    Thoughtful, delightful, and energizing, this is my favorite podcast talking about tabletop role-playing games out there right now. Always a good time. Always gets my game design and game-master gears spinning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    daidalus
    United States2 years ago
  • Thoughtful, delightful, and energizing, this is my favorite podcast talking about tabletop role-playing games out there right now.

    FYI, it can be a bit unfocused at times, but it's always a good time.

    Podchaser
    5
    Gabe
    2 years ago

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Many listeners find it a valuable resource for insights into the RPG community and ongoing projects.
Listeners appreciate the thought-provoking discussions on game design and storytelling.
Some criticism arises regarding the podcast occasionally straying off topic or including less relevant content.
The hosts are praised for their engaging chemistry and humor, making the content enjoyable and relatable.

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#218
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Apple Podcasts
#215
China/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

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Interview: Cloud Curio on Book of Wyrms
Q: How did you get involved in the project?
Matt discusses his long-time relationship with Hailee and their shared passion for creating the Book of Wyrms, which has been a dream for years.
OSR: Character Creation Showdown
Q: How does character creation in Dolmenwood feel compared to others?
It is more specific and directive, potentially making the character creation experience both flavorful and engaging, but also slightly complex.
Interview: Stephen Dewey
Q: How has Ten Candles impacted your career and design approach?
It became a viral game, demonstrating the importance of games that provide a consistent and transferable experience to players.
Interview: Stephen Dewey
Q: What was the initial concept for To Serve Her Wintry Hunger?
It was designed as a zero-prep game for four players to engage in a hunt narrative where they play mischievous snow spirits.
Interview: Gareth Hanrahan on Moria
Q: How do these low fantasy characters add up against some of these gigantic happenings within a place like Moria?
You need to choose a gameplay style; ordinary heroes would run away from the Balrog, while some could aim to defeat it with the right advantages.

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What is The Splatbook about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers a lively exploration of tabletop RPG design and mechanics, engaging with a wide range of topics from character creation to the emotional connections formed through gaming. The hosts frequently discuss upcoming RPG releases and Kickstarter projects, emphasizing the importance of narrative and creativity in gameplay. Through interviews with game designers and discussions of various RPG titles, the podcast fosters a community where players can gain insights into enhancing their gaming experiences. It uniquely blends actual play sessions with detailed analyses of RPG systems and a focus on the emotional aspects of role-playing, making it appealing to both seasoned gamers and newcomers eager to learn more about the RPG landsc... more

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2. Matthew Cruz
3. Stephen Dewey
4. Garry Snow
5. Tony Vasinda
6. JP Coovert
7. Matthew Wilson
8. Christopher Salzman

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