The Adventure Slang Podcast

In this episode of Aihrde Out we finish putting a bow (and arrow) on the Upplands and then wander into the Troll Glades. We aren't out of the Darkenfold yet, but once you find out what's here is there really any reason to leave?

The staff at SoCal's Hero Workshop join Tim and Ty to discuss gaming community and being heroes for kids! Learn about this West Coast program all about giving kids a chance to discover friendship and creativity in a safe space through the power of gaming. Meet Scott (founder), Sean ( media ), and Claire ( Portland branch ) for this passionate discussion. Be hero and share the word about Hero Works...

In this episode we stay in the Northern Plateau of the Darkenfold; specifically, the Upplands region. Grace and Ty discuss Mount Hermitage, the witch Nodjmet and her sons, and the Paladin Walk. Along the way we sidestep into Blood & Briar, and discuss the character Serrek the ranger, an eschl raised in the Kayomar Valley before returning to his heritage in the Darkenfold. Lore and adventure ho...

Tim and Ty visit with the delightful (and storied) game designer James Introcaso ! Join us as we discuss game design, the history of James' career from podcaster/blogger to WotC and Kobold Press to MCDM . Find out how the heroic fantasy game Draw Steel led to the forthcoming dungeon crawler Crows (and how you can get it). We've got something to crow about on this episode of the Adventure Slang Pod...

In part 2 of our Darkenfold lore-dive, Grace and Ty explore the Northern Plateau; its history and the various settlements in that region. Learn more about the past and present stories of Alice, Ends Meet, Petersboro, Greenbriar, and other parts of the Upplands. Follow along as we explore the map and discuss some of the many adventure hooks awaiting the intrepid castle keeper.

He's not an anomaly, he's Sean Ireland - part of the duo that created Triangle Agency from Haunted Table Games . Sean is a game designer, writer, producer, and GM-for-hire. In addition to working on Triangle Agency, Sean produces the live improv show The Legend of You . Come along as we discuss game design, improvisation, and the reasons for choosing the lovely d4 as a basis for a game system!

Grace and Ty welcome Troll Lord Steve Chenault for this first foray into present day Aihrde, and specifically the grim forest called the Darkenfold. Here we begin our long journey through the lands of Ursal and the first location of our focus. Who better to lead the way than the man that started it all (along with brother Davis) in another time and place? Test your own Aihrde expertise as we discu...

In this episode Ty visits with renowned musician and voice actor Jason Charles Miller . Join us as we discuss the intersection of music and gaming, the creative space, and following the luck and leads that build an adventurous life. Be sure to check out Jason's most recent single, Digging In The Dust (Water On Rust Mix) . Also find his work as a voice actor in the videogame People of Note , and as...

TTRPGs feature many options for learning real life skills, and in this episode, we chat with speech language pathologist Krissy Baker , owner of the Roll for Pragmatics speech therapy program, and the Oak Park Red Dragon gaming tavern - a safe space for neurodivergent kids and adults where they can interact and engage through healthy stimuli and TTRPGs. Krissy walks us through the experience of ne...

Welcome back to Aihrde Out, the lore-dive podcast all about the world of Aihrde by Troll Lord Games . In this episode Grace and Ty finish the pre-history review of the major events between the Beginning of Days and the Winter Dark, when Trigal summoned Unklar to Aihrde. Get behind-the-scenes information straight from the source, as well as our take on the motivations and nuances buried in the line...

Stop by and meet Justin Estrada , the wildly talented head of gaming (and other things) at Stranger Comics , and award-winning editor of "Keep the Lights On" - a found-footage horror AP. Justin is also part of the Panic Table crew, as well as other TTRPG AP teams. Beyond that, he's a great guy and a lot of fun to chat with! Find out more in this episode of the Adventure Slang Podcast.

In this second episode Grace and Ty reflect on the Days Before Days as both the All Father and Inzae fashion their respective realms (Airhde and Inzaa). Discover the little-known real-world story of how these lands came together, resulting in the legendary setting now before us. Finally, learn more about the pre-history of Aihrde leading up to the Winter Dark and take a step closer to the present...

In this episode we welcome Maui Jones of Reflect Games ! Herein we discuss the power of story within and beyond gaming, and the importance of hosting a space for diversity, where shared stories act is communal and personal development. Come hear Maui give a masterclass on the heart of TTRPGs in this all-story, all-the-time episode of the ASP Podcast!

Meet your hosts, Ty and Grace, as we launch this inaugural deep dive into the history of Aihrde - the vast world of Castles & Crusades by Troll Lord Games . Each month we'll bring an in-depth study of a specific region of Aihrde; its people, landmarks, iconic residents, and history. Join us as we explore this wild landscape and find your inspiration.

If there is one thing this episode's guest knows, it's whimsy. Please help us welcome Sarah Moore , game designer, variety streamer, and we're pretty sure resident fae. Sarah talks with us about her work in gaming, including the entirely unexpected places we go. Sarah's career includes work with WotC and Gen Con, as well as many of her own projects at Formerly Feral Games . Join us as we cross ove...

This episode we visit with the talented actor Adrian Godinez ! From stage to television to voice over, Adrian has spent a lifetime acting and brings a world of advice for those curious about how to get started. And it doesn't end there. This one is chock full of insight and wisdom from a passionate performer and someone we know you're going to love.

Load up on ASH and head for Valhalla, we have Erica Lowe in the house to talk RagnaBorg - the Viking Mörk Borg hack from Broken Brain Games . Erica shares her "give-it-a-try" spirit in this conversation, discussing her journey of perseverance and fearlessness, with encouragement to do the things that interest us regardless of our perceived obstacles. RagnaBorg just closed a successful Kickstarter,...

In this episode we chat with the multitalented maestro of social media at Troll Lord Games , Grace Carras. Award winning poet , livestream performer, and TikTok variety persona, Grace brings a rich imagination and love of story to the Internet in so many ways. We think she's great, and you will too. Join us as we return to the Adventure Slang Podcast - 2026 edition!

Adventure Slang heads back to the Monastery for more education with the one-and-only Mildra the Monk . In this episode Mildra shares insights into the Final Fantasy Legend Edition (free)TTRPG and other thoughts on game design. Join us for an always informative sit-down with one of the most well-read gamers in the game!

Tim and Ty chat with game creator Al Spader - author of numerous TTRPG publications including Sentience , Once Upon, and Star Trek Adventures. In this episode we talk game writing beyond fantasy, positivity in story, and advice for new game creators. Learn about Al's new alien conspiracy game - Redacted - dropping on DriveThru October 30, 2025!

Meet Paul Andrighetti and Josh Hall, the punk masterminds behind the brand new House of Eidolons cyberpunk TTRPG. Herein we discuss the inspiration for the setting and game design based in customization in both genre focus and character design. Bring your medusa and get in on the heist!

Meet Ralf Wall, traditional artist and creator of Atomic Shadows , the post-apocalyptic sci-fi TTRPG based on the Shadowdark system. Ralf talks art, inspiration, and lifelong creativity. Skál!

Everyone welcome artist extraordinaire - the man behind the iconic Nuovarden logo among many brilliant artworks - Jose Ortiz ! Jose joins Ty to discuss fantasy art , GMing, writing for the Living Greyhawk series, and the evolving creative culture in the era of AI. Sit with us and visit a while.

From the depths of a distant wasteland, the Mutant Lord himself, William McAusland joins Ty and Tim for this episode of the ASP pod. William is the owner of Outland Arts and creator of The Mutant Epoch TTRPG, as well as regular artist for Goodman Games . William talks with us about art, game design, and crafting one's creative ambitions into a steady occupation. Join us and be inspired!

In celebration of indie game designs and the people that make them, Ty and Tim visit with artist, writer, and developer (among other things) Brian Colin - creator of Vast Grimm and the upcoming Sqwurmish currently on Kickstarter. There's even more inside, so join us - don't be squirmy!