Chigg meets up with Cubicle 7's Dave Chapman to discuss the new edition of The Laundry RPG. This roleplaying game mixes cosmic horror with bureaucratic humor all packaged with the shiny new C7d6 roleplaying system. The Laundry 2nd Edition is currently on Kickstarter until May 1st, so be sure to check it out now or later on Backerkit! Check us out o…

It's April Fool's again, so it's time for a Horror Heartbreaker! Only the joke's on Chigg and Mike this time - C.J. Carella's Witchcraft is a cool RPG with a lot going for it in terms of system and setting. The team reviews the 2nd editon corebook this episode, and sprinkles in some other research into sourcebooks and the production history. Get yo…

Chris leads Mike, Crystal, David, and Chigg through half of the scenario "Chemical Burn" for Cubicle 7's Warhammer 40,000 RPG, Imperium Maledictum. shoutyourabortion.com - a campaign to normalize abortion https://www.bustle.com/politics/abortion-funds-states-trigger-bans-donate - a list of abortion funds in states where it is no longer protected ht…

Chris leads Mike, Crystal, David, and Chigg through the setting of Cubicle 7's Warhammer 40,000 RPG, Imperium Maledictum. In this episode, we look at character creation. shoutyourabortion.com - a campaign to normalize abortion https://www.bustle.com/politics/abortion-funds-states-trigger-bans-donate - a list of abortion funds in states where it is …

Chris leads Mike, Crystal, David and Chigg through the setting of Cubicle 7's Warhammer 40,000 RPG, Imperium Maledictum. In this episode we look at setting material and also create the party's patron. shoutyourabortion.com - a campaign to normalize abortion https://www.bustle.com/politics/abortion-funds-states-trigger-bans-donate - a list of aborti…

Mike and Dave melt their brains for your entertainment as they present Gnosticism. A religious belief based on moldering texts and religious appropriation, this one is sure to inform horror gamers! Systems Discussed This Episode: Call of Cthulhu Warhammer 40,000 Dark Heresy and Imperium Maledictum Iron Kingdoms Roleplay Demon the Fallen Be sure to …

Chris is joined by Tommie Soule to explore all things wargaming. In this episode, they discuss; Painting, Adeptus Titanicus, Warhammer 10th, The Old World, and more. Get Tommie's book here Music by Muzaproduction from Pixabay저자 Derek Day

Chris is joined by Sian to look at "Imperial Horror" - the horror of the Imperium of Mankind in the 41st millennium, drawing upon Sian's expertise in the critical analysis of horror media, folk horror, and cults. You can find Sian's work below; patreon.com/howarddavidingham insta: @sianfromatlantis Bluesky: parthenoid.bsky.social Sian's old blog: r…

Chris is joined by Mike to explore all things wargaming. In this episode, they discuss; Warhammer 40k 3rd ed, Warcry, Epic Space Marine, Legions Imperialis, Warhammer the Old World, and more. Music by Muzaproduction from Pixabay저자 Derek Day

Chris is joined by Mike, to look at the rogues of the Chaos host. Fallen gods, demonic princes seeking to usurp power, and stranger forgotten things. Be sure to check us out on Facebook or through our brand new Discord server https://discord.gg/GGuRKAn. To stay up to date, subscribe through iTunes or Spotify! Disclaimer:Warhammer, Warhammer 40,000,…

Mike and Chigg are joined by Exalted developer and podcast all-star Chazz Kellner to discuss the Exalted: Abyssals campaign right now on Indiegogo. The compatriots give a primer on the Exalted setting, discuss the new chronicle ideas the Abyssals bring to the table, and also tantalize some of the new charms and kewl powers in the book. Be sure to c…

Here is the live panel for Gamehole Con 2023 on Horror in TTRPGs. Whether you're running a horror campaign and want to incorporate elements of the macabre into a different genre, our panel of experts can provide their design insights and experiences to set you on the road to terror. Moderator: Monica Valentinelli Panelists: Keith Baker, Andrew Gask…

Here is our live panel during Gamehole Con 2023. Tabletop game design has never been bigger, and there are more opportunities than ever for new designers to enter the industry. In this panel, you'll hear advice from veteran creators on making contacts in the industry, managing your schedule as a freelancer, and building your resume to land a full-t…

Our live panel at Gamehole Con about Narrative Design in TTRPGs. Narrative design stands at the intersection of game design and writing. On one hand, a good story can pull in a player and keep them engaged. On the other, games are player-driven experiences. How does a designer weight those two elements? What are the distinct challenges and opportun…

Crystal and David discuss Crystal's ghost-hunting experience over the summer at the Old Glenbuela School in Wisconsin. They talk about the history of the school, the rooms they ghost-hunted, the equipment used, and some of the experiences that happened during the hunt. They go over some of the psychological events that can happen and even debunk se…

Chris is joined by Brendan to explore all things wargaming. In this episode they discuss; Warhammer 40k 10th, Apps, Warcry, Apps, Warmachine, Apps again, Necromunda, Kingdom Death, and more. Music by Muzaproduction from Pixabay저자 Derek Day

Chris chats with Anatoly from Owlcat Games, the studio behind the upcoming Warhammer 40,000 CRPG, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader (owlcat.games), due for release on 7th of December. shoutyourabortion.com - a campaign to normalize abortion https://www.bustle.com/politics/abortion-funds-states-trigger-bans-donate - a list of abortion funds in states w…

Chris is joined by Crystal to chat to Charlie from Parable Games and their games Shiver and their upcoming kickstater for the solo horror RPG, Don't Play This Game. shoutyourabortion.com - a campaign to normalize abortion https://www.bustle.com/politics/abortion-funds-states-trigger-bans-donate - a list of abortion funds in states where it is no lo…

Editor Note: I truncated most of the silences in this recording. This was a workshop, so there was time where nobody was talking. Darker Days Radio is hosting this workshop about converting from one game mechanic system to another. We will talk about where to start when you work through a conversion, how big a role dice percentages play within your…

Hosted by Darker Days Radio, this panel will talk about how to get into the TTRPG industry, what you can expect, advice for writing and getting started in writing, and other aspects you may not be aware of. Panelists will continue to be announced shortly. Panelists Kari Jo "Kage" Freudigmann (she/her) - Community Relations Rep for Roll20, Community…

CW: Discussion on horror themes in media and ttrpgs. Eyeball/eyescream. At some point during the end of the discussion, hands are slammed on the table that is doing the recording. Wanting to learn more about setting the tone of your horror game? Not sure how to intertwine themes into your plots and scenes? Want to run something a la Shaun of the De…

CW: General discussion of horror in media and RPGs Darker Days Radio is hosting this panel discussion for players and storytellers who want a more in-depth and technical discussion surrounding using horror in TTRPGs. Everything from cinematic horror moments to mechanics that work well, different genres of horror and what they bring to gaming, and h…

CW: General horror movie and ttrpg discussion This panel focuses on horror in gaming. We are going to talk about getting into horror games, safety mechanics, settings and systems in horror, and advice for both players and storytellers on incorporating horror elements into your game. This seminar is a beginner's guide. Panelists include Jason Peercy…

We are back! Chris is joined by Marc to explore all things wargaming. In this episode they discuss; Legions Imperialis, Warhammer 40k 10th, Warcry, Necromunda, Kingdom Death, and more. Music by Muzaproduction from Pixabay저자 Derek Day

Mike and Chris talk about their interests this summer, as wills are tested by the deluge of Warhammer releases and the nostalgia for World of Darkness. They've been playing a lot, but not recording much, so this episode contains a plethora of roleplaying game, wargame, and video game reviews! But with limited time and torn interests, will they spen…

Chris is joined by Randy Newnham, continuing this series focusing on Privateer Press' Iron Kingdoms RPG setting for Dungeons and Dragons 5e game. In this episode they look at the city of Corvis and how it may feature in your games. Music is provided by Nicolas Jeudy and DARK FANTASY STUDIO.저자 Derek Day

Chris is joined by Mike, to look at the dark prince, she who thirsts, Slaanesh, and how to portray characters beyond the typical stereotypes we expect from the Warhammer Worlds. Be sure to check us out on Facebook or through our brand new Discord server https://discord.gg/GGuRKAn. To stay up to date, subscribe through iTunes or Spotify! Disclaimer:…

Chris is joined by Crystal as they kickstart this new series focusing on Privateer Press' Iron Kingdoms RPG setting for Dungeons and Dragons 5e game. In this first episode, we give a very large slice of the setting and some of the core basics of the Iron Kingdoms and where the setting is currently. Music is provided by Nicolas Jeudy and DARK FANTAS…

Ep5 - Chris Handley (he/him), Kennedy (They/Them), and Michelle Freel (she/her) talk with Crystal Mazur (she/her/mx) about Impostor Syndrome. They discuss what Impostor Syndrome is, why creatives feel it more often, how rejection sensitivity dysphoria compares to it, and ways to help move forward when you have Impostor Syndrome. If you haven’t list…

Chris chats with Crystal and Jeff Mueller about The Black Ballad, a new 5e epic adventure and setting from Storytellers Forge. The Black Ballad is a thematic successor to The Red Opera which features many of the same writers, and also like it, The Black Ballad draws inspiration from the music of DiArmate. Be sure to check us out on Facebook or thro…

Mike and Chigg recommend their favorite dark fantasy RPGs! With all the hullabaloo going on in the industry, the duo decide it's time to give other games some air time and hopefully inspire folks to try other games. Main Show: 00:02:45 Games Discussed: Accursed Band of Blades Earthdawn Call of Cthulhu Dark Ages Vampire Cthulhu Invictus Legend of th…

Ep5 - Monica Valentinelli (she/her) talk with Crystal Mazur (she/her/mx) about her career, how she got into writing, her development process, her inspiration in her stories, and her overall writing process. They further talk about community building, communication and how that impacts freelancing. Editing Note: We recorded this with a winter storm …

Chris is joined by Mike, to look at the lord of fate and sorcery, Tzeentch, and how to portray characters beyond the typical stereotypes we expect from the Warhammer Worlds. Be sure to check us out on Facebook or through our brand new Discord server https://discord.gg/GGuRKAn. To stay up to date, subscribe through iTunes or Spotify! Disclaimer:Warh…

Ep4 - Rick Heinz (he/him) and David Whitworth (he/they) talk with Crystal Mazur (she/her/mx) about the writing process. We discuss where we draw ideas from and how we keep them for the future, different types of writing, outlining styles, redlines/developer notes, writer's block, writing pitches, and our takeaways from the episode. Content Warning:…

Mike and Chigg decide to talk about aspects of horror in Shadowrun! This classic fantasy cyberpunk mashup is filled with tropes, underlying themes, and some culturally insensitive content. Get ready for some laughs and nostalgia! Main Show: 00:07:45 Be sure to check us out on Facebook or through our Discord server https://discord.gg/GGuRKAn. To sta…

Gamehole Con Live Recording - Zack Glazar (Frog God Games) and Skeeter Green (Skeeter Green Productions) host their annual Publishers panel with guest Crystal Mazur (she/her/mx). They discuss what it's like being a publisher in TTRPGs, some of the things you need to know as a publisher, and how freelancing fits into that puzzle. Audience questions …

Chris and Crystal review the relic from the future, The Chimeric Herbarium by the Zoetica Ebb, which explores the strange, exotic, and rather deadly, plants that exist on a world many light years away. The Chimeric Herbarium is a coffee table art book collecting the work of Zoetica Ebb, which, while being a collection of her art, is also filled wit…

Mike and Dave discuss real world divination, ranging from tarot to geomancy and sacrifices. David is lead author on the new system agnostic RPG book An Eye to the Void, now on kickstarter! Games discussed include: Warhammer 40,000 Vampire: the Masquerade Mage: the Awakening Dark Ages: Fae Engel Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay Be sure to check us out on …

Ep3 - Crystal Mazur (she/her/mx) hosts a discussion on Freelance Writer Pay and Negotiating pay with guests Anthony Pryor (he/him), Kennedy (they/them) and Tyler Omichinski (he/they). They discuss some of the areas of contracts you need to watch out for, some red flags in wording and enforcement of contracts, and even some positive things put into …

Chris is joined by Pete to look at what is new in gaming and to review Hunter the Reckoning 5e by Paradox Interactive and published by Renegade Games Studio. They look at the systems, setting and presentation of this new incarnation of Hunter and address some of the elephants in the room. Are you going to Pax Aus? Well, if you are looking to play i…

It's over! Blame Rob but we are putting a lid on the Realm for now. Thanks to Chris and the gang for hosting us and keep listening for more Warhammer goodness. We go out in a blaze of glory talking crap about Black Library, why we still love MESBG, Terminator? and some other stuff. Listen on and much love. We out. Check out our family of cool-guy p…

Chris is joined by Mike, to look at the lord of decay and despair, Nurgle, and how to portray characters beyond the typical stereotypes we expect from the Warhammer Worlds. Be sure to check us out on Facebook or through our brand new Discord server https://discord.gg/GGuRKAn. To stay up to date, subscribe through iTunes or Spotify! Disclaimer:Warha…

Ep2 - Crystal Mazur (she/her/mx) hosts a discussion on Freelance Writer Pay and Negotiating pay with guests Eloy Lasanta (he/him), Jessica Marcrum (she/her) and Industry newcomer James Nettum (he/him). Their discussion of writer pay winds through discussions about different types of pay, how negotiating works, and red flags to look for when it come…

Chris is joined by Mike, to look at the lord of skulls and blood, Khorne, and how to portray characters beyond the typical stereotypes we expect from the Warhammer Worlds. Be sure to check us out on Facebook or through our brand new Discord server https://discord.gg/GGuRKAn. To stay up to date, subscribe through iTunes or Spotify! Disclaimer:Warham…

For some reason we started this one chatting D&D for 10 minutes. So I dunno, if you wanna not listen to that skip ahead to 09:00. We finally cover some Black Library bits, we have notes and we address some listener feedback and talk about GW stuff we love! Check out our family of cool-guy podcasts and other slack-jawed Warhammer buffoonery: The “Be…

Crystal with guest Pat Edwards (The Red Opera), discuss how to get into freelance writing for RPGs, and the pitfalls that come with it, and how to make your experience better. Be sure to check us out on Facebook or through our Discord server https://discord.gg/GGuRKAn. To stay up to date, subscribe through iTunes or Spotify! Find more information a…

Chigg hosts the Horror in Gaming panel at Gencon 2022 with guests; Crystal Mazur Markeia McCarty Brian Holland Noxweiler Ignatius Berf and Khaldoun Khelil. Topics include Consent and safety What horror is not Managing horror themes Pacing How can horror help us make sense of the real world When does a game become a horror game Audience q&a Be sure …

Ep1 - Crystal (she/her/mx) hosts a discussion on Getting Started in the TTRPG Industry with guests David Whitworth (he/they) and Industry newcomer Carrie Poli (she/her). Together, they have a discussion about the challenges of getting into the TTRPG Freelancing industry, some things to be prepared for, and what to expect once you are on a project. …

Rob and Brendan are back on it chatting absolute bobbins about Warhammer 40,000, how GW needs to make some campaign books we care about, Necromunda (again) and maybe we had a Black Library discussion. (We didn't). https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-qnbrx-10684f7 Check out our family of cool-guy podcasts and other slack-jawed Warhammer buffooner…

It was July 4th weekend, and somewhere lost in the Warp was a copy of Age of Darkness, and elsewhere in the world, a bottle of Daddies Sauce was being put on a bacon sandwich. Expert predictions for the Warhammer Skirmish Weekend (we were kinda right), and why Iron Warriors are the most fun legion to paint (they aren't). https://www.podbean.com/med…