Heart of the Deernicorn
Story Games
Welcome to Story Games, a podcast about tabletop role playing games. We are the minds behind Heart of the Deernicorn, a story game workshop, publisher, and distributor based out of Olympia, Washington. Our focus is on GMless, narrative driven TTRPGs. Listen along with us as we play games, talk to game designers, discuss gaming news, and much more. Logo Illustration: Taylor Dow
Be sure to visit the podcast's website and support the creator: www.heartofthedeernicorn.com
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Nov 5, 2026
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Episodes
Episode 28: Thousand Year Old Vampire pt 6 05.11.2026 28:02
Tragedy strikes for our Vampire this week during Momo's play through of Thousand Year Old Vampire! How will we ever recover? Watch this week's episode to find out! Thousand Year Old Vampire is a solo journaling game where you play through the undead life of an immortal vampire. Get a copy of Thousand Year Old Vampire here: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/thousand-year-old-vampire Check us...
Episode 27: Thousand Year Old Vampire pt 5 29.10.2026 36:43
Momo continues her playthrough of Thousand Year Old Vampire. We're starting to feel the passage of time and the loss of our vampire's humanity. Oh, what fun! Thousand Year Old Vampire is a solo journaling game where you play through the undead life of an immortal vampire. Get a copy of Thousand Year Old Vampire here: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/thousand-year-old-vampire Check us out!...
Episode 26: Thousand Year Old Vampire pt 4 22.10.2026 27:48
We're continuing our playthrough of Thousand Year Old Vampire, a beautiful solo journaling role playing game. Momo continues game play as her vampire gets into some wild shenanigans. Thousand Year Old Vampire is a solo journaling game where you play through the undead life of an immortal vampire. Get a copy of Thousand Year Old Vampire here: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/thousand-year-o...
Episode 25: Thousand Year Old Vampire pt 3 15.10.2026 25:37
We're continuing our game of Thousand Year Old Vampire! Now we're finally getting into the actual game by starting gameplay. Let's see what kind of shenanigans our vampire gets into! Thousand Year Old Vampire is a solo journaling game where you play through the undead life of an immortal vampire. Get a copy of Thousand Year Old Vampire here: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/thousand-year-o...
Episode 24: Thousand Year Old Vampire pt 2 13.10.2026 25:37
Momo continues her playthrough of Thousand Year Old Vampire, this episode she focuses on how to create a character for Thousand Year Old Vampire. See what kind of vampire she creates! Thousand Year Old Vampire is a solo journaling game where you play through the undead life of an immortal vampire. Get a copy of Thousand Year Old Vampire here: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/thousand-year-...
Episode 23: Thousand Year Old Vampire pt 1 01.10.2026 46:00
Happy spooky season friends! Today we're starting a new series. Momo will be playing Thousand Year Old Vampire by Tim Hutchings in it's entirety. This is episode 1 of a multi-part series. Today's episode focuses on how to play Thousand Year Old Vampire. We will be going over the rules and mechanics of the game. Pull up a chair, grab a snack, and enjoy the beginning of a very special spooky season...
Episode 22: Interview with Paul Czege, Creator of The Balsam Lake Unmurders 24.09.2026 36:52
Momo sits down with game designer Paul Czege, creator of the Balsam Lake Unmurders and author of the Ink That Bleeds. Together they talk about solo RPGs, tarot, and the subconscious mind. Get a copy of the Balsam Lake Unmurders here: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/the-balsam-lake-unmurders/?v=0b3b97fa6688 Check us out! Heart of the Deernicorn: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/ TikTok: @d...
So You Wanna Be a Game Master Ep 1: Andi Licht 17.09.2026 36:48
Welcome to the first episode of So You Wanna Be a Game Master! This is a new series we're starting all about how to run and facilitate tabletop role playing games. If you've ever wanted to be a GM, but have no idea where to start, this video is for you. Momo sits down with game designer Andi Licht to pick her brain about how to be a good GM. Andi is full of knowledge and experience, and teaches us...
Episode 20: Interview with Andi Licht, Creator of Between Clouds 10.09.2026 37:02
Today in the Deernicorn studio, Momo sits down with Andi Licht, creator of Between Clouds and Cat's Paw Couriers. They talk about Andi's games, as well as the concept of found family, ecological hope, and their love of magical flying animals. Find Andi Here: https://www.andimakes.games/ IG @ vulpine.court TikTok @ chariotfox Get Between Clouds Here: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/between...
Episode 19: Between Clouds Game Session 03.09.2026 2:31:46
Today is very special because we have Andi Licht in the studio with us, running her game that she created! We play Between Clouds, specifically the Cat's Paw Couriers addition. Join Andi, Momo, Carla, and Avery as they hop aboard some giant pigs and go on an adventure! Find Andi Here: https://www.andimakes.games/ IG @ vulpine.court TikTok @ chariotfox Get Between Clouds Here: https://heartofthedee...
Episode 18: Interview with Jack Harrison, Creator of Koriko 27.08.2026 40:36
Momo talks to Jack Harrison, the creator of the wildly popular solo RPG, Koriko: A Magical Year. They talk about the game, the importance of slowing down and introspection, and about growing up. Koriko: A Magical Year is available for pre-order through our website. Find Jack and Mousehole Press Here: https://mousehole.press/?srsltid=AfmBOooYw38KmaJlM_nPzxDNTNsYAGJBe_74KA7wrhOItdxBvWyVbJaN Get a pr...
Episode 17: Zhenya's Wonder Tales Game Session 20.08.2026 1:48:22
Come join Momo, Calliope, Cruz, and Lily as they play Zhenya's Wonder Tales! Zhenya's Wonder Tales is a four player story game by Jason Morningstar. In it, you take on the roles of fairytale characters as you act out your own dark slavic-inspired fairy story. The twists are numerous and the giggles are plenty. Will SIlverhands and Price Pokusa get married? Will Magda Lup unviel her terrible secret...
Episode 16: Interview with Daniel Bronson-Lowe AUDIO FIXED 13.08.2026 44:20
Now that you've watched Momo play The Librarian's Apprentice, watch as she sits down with the creator of the game, Daniel Bronson-Lowe, aka Almost Bedtime Theater! The two talk about all things The Librarian's Apprentice and its sequel, Song of the Scryptwyrm, as well as solo RPGs as a whole. (and how awesome libraries are!) Get a copy of The Librarian's Apprentice here: https://heartofthedeerni...
Episode 16: Interview with Daniel Bronson-Lowe 13.08.2026 44:20
Now that you've watched Momo play The Librarian's Apprentice, watch as she sits down with the creator of the game, Daniel Bronson-Lowe, aka Almost Bedtime Theater! The two talk about all things The Librarian's Apprentice and its sequel, Song of the Scryptwyrm, as well as solo RPGs as a whole. (and how awesome libraries are!) Get a copy of The Librarian's Apprentice here: https://heartofthedeerni...
Episode 15: The Librarian's Apprentice pt 4 FINALE 06.08.2026 15:49
It's time for another episode of the solo journaling RPG, The Librarian's Apprentice! Join Momo as she explores more of this infinite library, and almost loses the whole game in the process! THE LIBRARIAN'S APPRENTICE: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/the-librarians-apprentice/?v=0b3b97fa6688 Check us out! Heart of the Deernicorn: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/ TikTok: @deernicorn https...
Episode 14: The Librarian's Apprentice pt 3 30.07.2026 29:30
It's time for another episode of the solo journaling RPG, The Librarian's Apprentice! Join Momo as she explores more of this infinite library, and almost loses the whole game in the process! THE LIBRARIAN'S APPRENTICE: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/the-librarians-apprentice/?v=0b3b97fa6688 Check us out! Heart of the Deernicorn: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/ TikTok: @deernicorn https...
Episode 13: The Librarian's Apprentice pt 2 23.07.2026 22:49
Welcome back to another episode of playing the solo journaling game, The Librarian's Apprentice. Join Momo as she learns how to actually play the game, learn the mechanics, and has a great time doing it. THE LIBRARIAN'S APPRENTICE: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/the-librarians-apprentice/?v=0b3b97fa6688 Check us out! Heart of the Deernicorn: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/ TikTok: @dee...
Episode 12: The Librarian's Apprentice pt 1 16.07.2026 45:31
Welcome back, Deernifriends! Today in the game studio Momo is playing a solo journaling game called the Librarian's Apprentice. Join her for this low-key, cozy gaming session. THE LIBRARIAN'S APPRENTICE: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/the-librarians-apprentice/?v=0b3b97fa6688 Check us out! Heart of the Deernicorn: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/ TikTok: @deernicorn https://www.tiktok.c...
Episode 11: Interview with Ross Cowman Creator of Fall of Magic 09.07.2026 1:12:43
Introducing Ross Cowman, creator of Fall of Magic and owner of Heart of the Deernicorn! Today, Momo sits down with Ross and they discuss Fall of Magic, his design process, and how important games like this are. Get Fall Of Magic! https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/fall-of-magic-revised-edition/?v=0b3b97fa6688 Check us out! Heart of the Deernicorn: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/ TikTok: @d...
Episode 10: Fall of Magic Game Session pt 6 FINALE 02.07.2026 1:44:28
It's the LAST episode of Fall of Magic! We're emotional about it, too. Come with Momo, Bloom, and Cruz, as they finish their journey to save magic. Fall of Magic is a GMless tabletop role playing game made by us, Heart of the Deernicorn. We sincerely hope you've enjoyed the ride, we know we did. Get a copy of Fall of Magic for yourself through our website: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/...
Episode 9: Fall of Magic Game Session pt 5 25.06.2026 1:43:15
Welcome back to Fall of Magic, a GMless tabletop role playing game. Today, Momo, Bloom, and Cruz continue their adventure to return magic to the world. Join us as we explore the Deepway, meet a new animal demigod, and rock on. Get a copy of Fall of Magic for yourself through our website: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/fall-of-magic-revised-edition/?v=0b3b97fa6688 Check us out! Heart of t...
Episode 8: Fall of Magic Game Session pt 4 18.06.2026 1:36:30
Welcome back to Fall of Magic, a GMless tabletop role playing game. Today, Momo, Bloom, and Cruz continue their adventure to return magic to the world. Today we encounter new, fun horrors and get a huge lore drop. Also we go upside down through a waterfall into Purgatory, but it's fine. Don't worry about it. Get a copy of Fall of Magic for yourself through our website: https://heartofthedeernicorn...
Episode 7: Fall of Magic Game Session pt 3 11.06.2026 1:42:53
Welcome back to Fall of Magic, a GMless tabletop role playing game. Today, Momo, Bloom, and Cruz continue their adventure to return magic to the world. Today we meet Fawn's chaotic family and witness more than enough horrors to last a lifetime. Still pretty cool stuff, though. Get a copy of Fall of Magic for yourself through our website: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/fall-of-magic-revis...
Episode 6: Fall of Magic Game Session pt 2 04.06.2026 1:10:19
Welcome back to Fall of Magic, a GMless tabletop role playing game. Today, Momo, Bloom, and Cruz continue their adventure to return magic to the world. Along the way, they discover some really interesting things about the world around them. And seriously, how cool was that battle scene at the end there? Get a copy of Fall of Magic for yourself through our website: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/...
Episode 5: Fall of Magic Game Session pt 1 28.05.2026 1:49:29
Welcome to Fall of Magic, a story driven GM-less tabletop role playing game where we set off on a grand adventure to find out why Magic is Dying. Join Momo, Bloom, and Cruz in this first episode of a many session campaign. Get a copy of Fall of Magic for yourself through our website: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/fall-of-magic-revised-edition/?v=0b3b97fa6688 Check us out! Heart of the D...
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