Doctrines and Dragons

T.J. and Stephen discuss angels in western culture, tv, movies, card games and more and how their depictions come about. They also have some fun discussing Biblically Accurate Angels and why the Book of Enoch is history's first fan-fic.

T.J. and Stephen continue some discussions on D&D and biblical inspirations and then set off to discuss Alignment, D&D, and how to use it in character creation, player growth, and some tangents on Brooklyn 99, Cthulhu, and why you shouldn't put Jesus on your alignment chart.

Dungeons and Dragons? What is it good for? Well, T.J. and Stephen gives their reasons for why D&D can be a great reason for Christian fellowship and then explain why the unique rule design of D&D offers a great framework for Christian worldbuilding and story telling.

T.J. and Stephen talk about magic*. They then talk about Magic**, and sum up all their talking about magic***, with some musings of how to use magic****. #banWallofForce *the actual kind **the Gathering kind ***the worldbuilding kind ****the game mechanic kind

T.J. and Stephen talk about Magic systems, their potentials and limitations and why Wish can make you sad in this episode of Doctrines and Dragons.

T.J. and Stephen kick off a discussion about Christianity and Fantasy and Magic in this episode of Doctrines and Dragons. They discuss how to use world building and magic to establish how to use it and offer ideas to make Magic less of a boogeyman and more of a gentleman.

T.J. and Stephen wind down their discussion of Full Metal Alchemist with a bang as they discuss the efforts of various BBEGs to dethrone God only to find that some things just can't be done. Listen in the for the smackdown heard across eternity and why you should never challenge an Valar to a wrestling match in this episode of Doctrines and Dragons.

In this short episode, T.J. and Stephen spare you the rants and rambles and get right to point. Listen as they talking about Von Hohenheim and his surprising tactic to stand against the evil schemes of Father and how it reflects the strategy of the greatest Kindgom the world has and will ever know.

T.J. and Stephen discuss the character arc of Scar, the vengeful warrior hellbent on destroying the heretical alchemists. While doing so Scar comes into contact with ideas of mercy, vengeance, and its vicious cycles. The guys break down these ideas with thoughts of Christian justice, the wrath of God, and how He draws even the most unlikely of followers to him to accomplish his purposes.

T.J. and Stephen continue talking Fullmetal Alchemist with a few topical tangents. Freudian introspection and original sin, Scientific advancement and stewardship, and vat meat and proper spiritual reflection are all here for your listening pleasure. We apologize in advance for the Freud. #notreally

T.J. and Stephen discuss discipline in times of difficulty and then discuss the sins of Father and his homunculus entourage. Listen in for a discussion on the nature of sin, self-control, and overcoming our vices as we continue our analysis of Fullmetal Alchemist.

Stephen and T.J. discuss the lynchpin idea of Fullmetal Alchemist: Equivalent Exchange. How does a principle of "what goes in must be equal to what comes out" correspond to Christianity? A whole lot of ways, it turns out. And most importantly, it relates to the core story of the entire Bible: the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Listen to how Equivalent Exchange can help us understand Christ's Great Exchan...

T.J. and Stephen introduce Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, a pillar of anime nerds everywhere. They deliver a state approved summary transmuted with some teasers for themes yet to come. Gather the kids and pets together for the beginning of this new adventure.

T.J. and Stephen talk about finer points of dungeon mastering, working with players, and some #dmgoals they wish to accomplish in the future in this final episode of Dungeon Mastering.

T.J. and Stephen discuss the differences between one-shots and campaigns, as well as being a player and dungeon master for them as well. Take a seat at the tavern for the first new weekly episode. Music by Stephen Baker.

Game master-ing has a long history, but how did our hosts get to that point? In this episode, T.J. and Stephen discuss the different paths they took to get to become Dungeon Masters and reflect on funny stories and mishaps along the way. Music by Stephen Baker

T.J. and Stephen continue some of last week's session by talking about two of Stephen's player characters and how they learned how to tell a story together.

T.J. and Stephen discuss how they have built the worlds of their campaigns in Dungeons and Dragons and how they master, or don't, the antics of their respective parties all while taking opportunities to graft in some biblical truths.

Welcome to Doctrines and Dragons, where two nerds who love Jesus show how their favorite games, movies, and shows all point to a greater Story... whether they mean to or not. T.J. and Stephen kick off Doctrines and Dragons with some discussion about Dungeons and Dragons, and how the Christian worldview inspires the games at their tables.  

Doctrines & Dragons is a podcast where two lifelong nerds talk about creativity and nerd culture through a Christian worldview. Available wherever you get your podcasts. Stay tuned for more! Music: https://www.purple-planet.com