The Arcane Alienist

It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode, I dodge the question on favorite character sheets and new editions.

It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode, complex vs. simple RPGs and the games I have on the shelf waiting to be played. Plus a call from Jason Conerly. Nerd's RPG Variety Cast, https://open.spotify.com/show/4oPnUnwitpUqn9saEkFaNf Also, check out the amazing art of Johan Egerkrans https://www.johanegerkrans.com/

It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode, we look at licensed properties, cool looking products, and secondhand purchases. Plus, a call from medial baron Daniel Norton. Check out his podcast: Bandit's Keep, https://open.spotify.com/show/02QTUpzgKCv2aT6sH6G5rk

It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode, my favorite published adventures and a look towards the future. What will I be playing in 20 years? Also, be sure to check out Joe Richter and Anthony Boyd's podcasts: Hindsightless, https://open.spotify.com/show/3LMcaHlfCDZrjUGEYEZbYx Casting Shadows, https://open.spotify.com/show/0sEnjb4ECR6CcfU6Bvug7p

It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode, the funniest game I've played and thoughts on favorite types of systems. Also, calls from Spencer, Jason, and Karl. Check out their podcasts! Keep Off the Borderlands, https://open.spotify.com/show/6WeOXszl7BrxQvmjrw7xAI Nerds RPG Variety Cast, https://open.spotify.com/show/4oPnUnwitpUqn9saEkFaNf The GMologist Presents, https://open.spotify.com/show/2rN4...

It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode - my lack of convention experience is laid bare, and the game I wish I owned. Plus a call from the Joyous Stoic himself, Joy Richter. Be sure and check out his podcast: Hindsightless, https://open.spotify.com/show/3LMcaHlfCDZrjUGEYEZbYx

It's #RPGaDAY2023. Because 13 is an unlucky number, we talk about unlucky characters and the most memorable demises of men and dragons.

It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode - the weirdest game I've ever played and old games that I still play.

It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode - favorite dice (they're all my favorites) and favorite tie-in fiction.

It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode, The "smartest" RPG I've played (shout to Joe Richter at Hindsightless) and my favorite characters.

It's #RPGaDAY 2023. In today's episode, the oldest game I've played and the favorite ones I never get to play.

It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode, the first and last (to date) games I bought this year, which are Pendragon and Carin/We Deal in Lead respectively.

I'm back for #RPGaDAY2023, although I am playing catch-up. In this episode, the first RPG I played this year (subject to debate) and memories of by first GM.

In this episode I discuss the mechanics vs. the lore of D&D, the latter of which has in many ways become self-referential. What’s essential and what can be tossed before it’s not D&D anymore?

Turns out there’s a little bit of OSR sensibility in the current version of the world’s greatest roleplaying game. Mike Mearl’s 1981 Rules: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YN--nG6VRWq6efGvXX9gH0yNk_pUYcWDBaKSGUc5roI/mobilebasic  The Redcaps Poscast interview with Chris Gonnerman: https://anchor.fm/theredcaps/episodes/Episode-85---Chris-Gonnerman--BFRPG-e1orl8u

In this episode, I discuss the origin and tropes of the D&D cleric and their match or mismatch with the typical polytheistic settings of D&D. For more on clerics, check out Delta's D&D Hotspot (http://deltasdnd.blogspot.com/p/primary-house-rules.html?m=1) and Web DM (https://youtu.be/4OASWdj8LYY).

We did it! We finished Keep on the Borderlands in my Mythic World of Urd Campaign. Here’s a recap of how it went. Plus calls from Joe (Hindsightless), Karl (GMologist Presents), Jason (Nerds RPG Variety Cast) and Kevin (The Redcaps Podcast).

Recap of my parallel Temple of Elemental Evil campaigns using OSE and 5e as the party confronts the evil that lurks beneath the ruined most house near Hommlet. Plus calls from a trio of distinguished podcasters regarding VTTs and theater of the mind play.

A return to basics with in-person play and theater of the mind. Also, wrapping up #RPGaDay2022 with calls from Jason Connerly and Anthony Boyd.

#RPGaDay2022 It’s the final week of questions. Plus more Hyperborea and a passing of the torch (or guiding bolt, actually).

Spelljammer is here. In this episode I’ll take a deep dive into the new 5e Spelljammer collection, make some comparisons to the original 2e material, and extol the wonder of miniature giant space hamsters. Go for the eyes Boo!

#RPGaDay2022 This week it’s all about an interesting setting and the characters I play there, leading into an impromptu recap of the latest adventures in Hyperborea.

#RPGaDay2022 This weeks prompts are all about personal preferences and practices.

#RPGaDay2022 continues. I answer the prompts from week 2 and take calls from Jason Connerly, Karl Rodriguez, and Anthony “Could Be Related” Boyd.

It’s #rpgaday2022. In this episode I answer the questions for week 1 and talk about D&D with adolescents. Also calls from Jason Connerly of the Nerds RPG Variety Cast ( https://anchor.fm/jason376 ) and the man behind RPG A Day himself, Anthony “No Relation” Boyd ( https://anchor.fm/runeslinger ). Also, check out Anthony’s blog: https://castingshadowsblog.com