Episode 165: Quote the Raven: Joshua Doetsch

In which Eddy and Dixie interview Joshua Doetsch and talk about his career, his Poe obsession, and much more! Josh’s origin story and video game career White Wolf novel contest Bringing Josh onto Pugmire Writing for a beloved property A cat digression A novel digression A keybard digression They Came from Beyond the Grave Links: … Read more

Episode 163: Interview with Leath Sheales, Werewolf: The Apocalypse – Apocalyptic Record Co-Developer

In which Matthew chats with Leath Sheales about Apocalyptic Record, Mission Statements, and Prometheus Unbound. Environmental hazards in RPGs and making them interesting The structure of Apocalyptic Record Ahroun in the Amazon Galliards and Garou History Theurges and the Umbra Ragabash and Kinfolk Philodox and the Future Werewolf Metaplot Trinity Continuum: Prometheus Unbound Links: Werewolf: … Read more

Episode 161: Kickstarting Fiery Dragons!

In which Eddy and Dixie talk to the Kickstarter Concierge himself, James Bell! Dixie joins Ian’s side, and then has an existential crisis Starting out during the D20 boom and bust The rise and fall of Fiery Dragon Retail dying and signing up with Onyx Path The cultural nuances of buying alcohol Separating the creative … Read more

Episode 160: Onyx Path Con Opening Ceremonies!

In which the trio is joined by Ian A. A. Watson and, of course, Rich Thomas, to make announcements, get excited for the convention weekend, and answer some questions from the live chat. No show notes this week, as it’s mostly just the live panel! Links: Onyx Path YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheOnyxPathOnyx Path Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/theonyxpathOnyx Path Discord: … Read more

Episode 159: Onyx Path Con: Get Hype!

In which the trio gets hyped up (and hypes YOU up) for the Onyx Path Virtual Gaming Convention! Matthew is HYPE Camera…etiquette? Recapping last year’s con! OPP Con 2021! What we are looking forward to! Actual Plays! Owlbear Rodeo Panels! Drinking? Get hype! Links: StartPlaying.Games OPP Con Section: https://startplaying.games/blog/posts/announcing-onyx-path-virtual-gaming-convention-2021 Vorpal Tales: twitch.tv/vorpaltales Dork Tales: twitch.tv/dorktales … Read more

Episode 158: Therapeutic Gaming

In which Eddy and Matthew talk with Jack Berkenstock of the Bodhana Group about using tabletop RPGs in therapeutic settings. What is the Bodhana Group? Therapy through the game, not about the game Lots of talk about RPG safety tools Using safety tools to start the discussion, not stop it Convincing people to use safety … Read more

Episode 157: Crowdfunding, V5 Sabbat, and Trinity Continuum: Anima

In which Eddy and Matthew discuss (in reverse order) our thoughts on the evolution of crowdfunding, the recent Sabbat book announcement, and Trinity Continuum: Anima! Meetings are the mind-killer. Feedback on the Anima design diary. Playing and writing to or against expectations. The V5 Sabbat announcement from Paradox. The Sabbat as antagonists? When crowdfunding started … Read more