The Nerd Fathers

Saturday Morning Sidequests continues its march down the dystopian boulevard with the classic work of 1984 and the item/symbol/person(?) of Big Brother and all its/his(?) domineering glory. Come see how the overlords are going to oppress us in new and exciting ways!

The Nerdy Poppas are still at it, chewing through every morsel they can find of GoW 2018. From the growing relationship and teamwork of the central father/son duo, to reflections on the artistic choices and liberties which suffuse every part of this masterpiece they plan to walk you step by step through it all. Come for the deep dive and stay for the cheesy jokes as only dads can deliver!

Another plunge into the backpack of Nerddom and we are still in the pockets of the dystopia and it doesn't get more iconic than the Matrix when it comes to something which can enslave humanity with such aplomb. Choose the right pill and start chasing the rabbit with us...

Chris and Aaron continue the epic exploration of the 2018 smash hit God of War. From the new faces to examinations and observations about the unfolding world of Midgard, they weave their way through a masterful tale making sure to savor each piece as they go.

Chris and Aaron look at fun film from the ancient days of 2002 to ask how media explores government control in a dystopia government.

So you've waited and waited (or at least Chris has been) but we're finally putting on our scuba gear to go on a deep, deep dive into God of War 2018. We are going to dissect, explore, and expound all over this masterpiece, and hopefully you are going to have a good time as we do. If not Chris thinks you might be missing something... like a soul... just saying.

The second installment in the God of War series has Chris and Aaron making their way down the winding roads of the God of War games that were not part of the main installments, those fertile tracts of time between God of War 1, 2, and 3, which allow the player to fill in some of the blank spots and delve into mysteries and questions that still linger about the Ghost of Sparta. From exploring the g...

For this Saturday Morning Sidequests Chris and Aaron take a look at drones in the latest Hunger Games movie as a means to launch into a new series concerning items and their importance in story telling. Buckle up for investigation in world building, creative process, and how our world irrevocably shapes our world.

Chris and Aaron are back at it and starting 2024 off with some thing guaranteed to hit hard and not let up, something that resembles the incredible rage of a Greek god, something like... like... like God of War. The paterfamili of all Nerdery are starting a new series and they are kicking things off by plunging deep into the God of War, starting with original core trilogy. From slaying gods and mo...

Just in time for the festive season Chris and Aaron are doing a run down of their favorite movies for the Christmas season along with exploring what they believe makes them so special. Come ride an emotional roller coaster as the Patriarchs of Nerdlandia take you through some sweet nostalgia, some venerable tales, and a whirlwind of holiday cheer. Almost like a gift delivered to you just in time f...

Here we are the last companion Sidequest and she's a doozy. Chris and Aaron take on the taming of Menthara the cruel and domineering drow paladin, from covering her unique history as a drow to the various ways to make her work in your party.

Well the Pater Nerdias are back at it this week and before diving into a little bit of the Christmas spirit next week thye wanted to take some time to try their hand at examining some great characters as an introduction to a periodic series belovedly labeled P.A.-P.A. (or Protagonist Antagonist-Protagonist Antagonist). In this series Chris and Aaron take some time to explore, in their charming and...

Be warned villainy for the two greatest champions this side of Faerun return from the mists of time to deliver a solid butt-kicking to your wicked pants! That's right in this weeks Saturday Morning Sidequest we find ourselves standing shoulder to shoulder with the mighty Minsc and his faithful and sagely companion Boo. There are heroic hijinks to explore, tragedies to jerk the very tears from your...

Well, it had to come eventually, or at last depending on how you see it, but Chris and Aaron are brining an end to their first full series by providing their wrap-up of discussing Harry Potter and Star Wars, as well as taking some time to reflect on the future of the franchises and what they'd love to see and what they hope to never see again. Brace yourself for some deep nerding on this one, as t...

Today for Saturday Morning sidequests we spend a little more time with everyone's darling demonspawn Karlach. From exploring her humble beginnings, to spending some time talking about ways the relationship can develop with the pc, before finally coming to grips with all the great ways to get your rage on with a barbarian. Karlach might be on the highway to the Hells, but she's sure not going down...

Well, it is finally here and no one was dreading this more than Aaron, but thankfully his Chris is there to put a stick between his teeth before he chooses through the microphone in a rage. Yep, we are talking about the desolate, burning hellscape that is the narrative of the Star Wars sequel trilogy. Maybe, turn the volume down on this one...

Our next companion in the Baldur's Gate Companion series of Saturday Morning Sidequests we have the first classic Baldur's Gate character to join your party, the awesome and acerbic Jaheira. Chris and Aaron explore the venerable druids history, her current adventures in the current game, and also some fun ways to use her as part of your adventuring party. Let's explore the sharp-tongued Harper tog...

To round off our exploration of the Harry Potter series Chris and Aaron take a look at the last two volumes of the fantastical heptalogy (a work in seven pieces fyi). From exploring differences between book and movie to pondering the effectiveness of teenage guerilla warfare strategies the nerdy paters take this one back all the way to where it really began, the illustrious, mysterious castle of H...

For this Sidequest of Baldur's Gate 3 characters we are taking a journey through Mount Halsin, a long lived, wood elf druid, leader of his circle, and whose gains would make any body builder jealous. His extraordinary swole physique is only questioned by his strength score of 10 and possibly other elves that cannot seem to achieve the same feat. Come with us as we go hiking through the ways of nat...

You've been waiting for it, or at least Aaron has been, where the Nerd patriarchs explore the fantastic, phenomenal, fabulous... okay, calm down, we're talking about Star Wars the Original Trilogy. Despite sounding like a strangled frog Aaron is going to fanboy hard, and Chris is going to do his very best him in for some critical examination. We'll see how well he does...

In this edition of the Saturday Morning Sidequests we are looking at the ever-heroic, ever-tragic Wyll Ravenguard, otherwise known as the swashbuckling Blade of the Frontier. From his storied origins to his dark and desperate dealings with beings from the Lower Planes, we see what would drive a good man to tread such a sinister path. We also confront some of Chris's warlock-phobia (he's working on...

Chris and Aaron are back at in their Wizards vs Space Wizards series this time delving into the sticky but scrumptious middle of the Harry Potter books and film series. From exploring some of the key differences between the page and screen, as well as evaluating pivotal moments in each, the pair of nerdy paters are diving deep enough on this one you might need a bubblehead charm or baring that may...

Continuing with our Saturday morning series on the companions of Baldur's Gate 3, we take our chances with the ever so charming, ever so amorous, Gale. From his exploits as cabana boy for the goddess of magic to his mastery of the Weave, we examine what makes this wizardly lothario tick... and all while trying to keep him from getting the wrong ideas.

Chris and Aaron take their first full dive into the galaxy far, far away by examining the prequels in all their tarnished... well glory seems to strong a word, but their tarnished potential at the very least. Breaking down what worked, what didn't, what was cool to see, and wishlist of what would've been nice to have seen, the pair of patriarchs examine the prequels in ferocious detail for your en...

Another short excursion into your companions in Baldur's Gate 3 and this time we're taking a look at the thirstiest elf this side of Faerun. From his convoluted past to how to use him for maximum carnage we bite deep with the Pale Elf in this rendition of Saturday Morning Sidequests.