The Story Told RPG Podcast

In the second half of our first session, the characters have a little room to get to know each other before being called to appear before Mnemon herself. You can find summarized details and character information on Obsidian Portal:  https://thefallofjiara.obsidianportal.com/adventure-log/the-matriarch-of-jiara   Some materials for play have been generously provided by Onyx Path Publishing. Exalted...

In this episode, we interview Jerry Grayson of Khepera Publishing about his role as developer for 7th Sea Lands of Gold and Fire. Our conversation topics include Jerry's background as a gamer, his goals and inspirations for Ifri, content that didn't make the cut, a bit about Jerry's other games, and more besides. From Khepera Publishing: Jerry has designed and published games since 2002. Flattered...

Patient 0 joins us to spread the plague! In this episode, Matthew Dawkins of the Onyx Path joins us once again, this time to talk about the Contagion Chronicle. The Contagion Chronicle is a crossover book for the Chronicles of Darkness, drawing the supernatural denizens of the world together as they face common troubles in the form of the Contagion. The Contagion Chronicle is on Kickstarter now an...

This episode launches our Exalted Dragon-Blooded actual play campaign. Most of our characters meet in the city of Jiara where they face an unexpected threat. You can find summarized details and character information on Obsidian Portal:  https://thefallofjiara.obsidianportal.com/adventure-log/in-with-the-tide   Some materials for play have been generously provided by Onyx Path Publishing. Exalted 3...

In this episode, we sail the Seven Seas again with a review of Lands of Gold and Fire, a sourcebook for 7th Sea 2nd Edition. The book explores the northern half of the continent of Ifri and presents a setting that stands on its own as a part of the world of 7th Sea. 7th Sea is produced by John Wick Presents, and is available from their online store or on DriveThru RPG . A base version of the game...

Join us as we discuss character concepts for our upcoming Exalted 3rd Edition Dragon Blooded actual play. In this session, we set the expectations for the campaign, work out character concepts, and forge connections between the player characters. Some materials for play have been generously provided by Onyx Path Publishing. Exalted 3rd Edition is available through DriveThru RPG: Core Rules:  http:...

Join us as we play Wraith the Oblivion! In this episode, our artist and Wraith expert Noah ran a one-shot game of Wraith. We had a blast and hope that you'll enjoy hearing us play.   We use the characters created in the previous episode:  http://thestorytold.libsyn.com/episode-21-wraith-character-creation   You can find the character sheets for our characters and accompanying shadows here: Wraith...

This week we talk to Tommy Cottin of the Essential NPCs podcast. His game, Manifest, is on Kickstarter now (until April 1, 2019). Manifest is a sci-fi western RPG with flexible character creation and rules focused on enhancing narrative. You can find out more about Manifest here:  https://www.manifesttherpg.com/ Back Manifest on Kickstarter here:  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/waypointgamed...

In the 3rd episode of our Wraith coverage, Noah guides us through Wraith character creation. Wraith is a game of passion and horror where you play one of the lingering souls of the dead in an underworld unlike anything described in the skinlands. We were unable to find an official character sheet for Wraith the Oblivion 20th anniversary edition, so the character sheets we used do not line up perfe...

In this bonus episode, we interview Eric Minton, line developer for Exalted, about his work on Lunars Fangs At The Gate. Lunars is the latest "big book" for Exalted 3rd Edition. The Onyx Path is currently running a Kickstarter campaign for the deluxe version of the book: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/200664283/lunars-fangs-at-the-gate-for-exalted-3rd-ed/description You can find Eric on the...

Join us in welcoming Noah Hirka to the show, out artist and Wraith the Oblivion expert. This episode kicks off the 3 episode series we've done with Noah, including character creation and a Wraith the Oblivion one shot actual play. Wraith is a game of passion and horror where you play one of the lingering souls of the dead in an underworld unlike anything described in the skinlands. Wraith 20th ann...

Hey there friends! Join us this episode where we team up with Matthew Dawkins   (The Gentleman Gamer) to discuss his role as a developer for Wraith the Oblivion 20th anniversary edition.   Fielding questions not only from our team here at the story told but also members of the Onyx Path forums we are excited to bring you this episode. Thanks to all who submitted questions to us including Noah Hirk...

In this episode, we talk about Dungeons & Dragons, the game that started it all. We also talk about our own gamer origin stories and answer some listener questions. Our music is composed by James Horan. To contact him regarding composition, send him an email:  jhoran99@optonline.net To help support the show, share it, or rate and review on your podcast service of choice. We've also set up a Patreo...

In this special bonus interview, we talk to Matthew Dawkins, the creative mind from whose depths produced They Came From Beneath the Sea! Published by the Onyx Path, the game uses the same base Storypath systems that we've discussed in our coverage of Scion, but turns it to the drama of 1950s B-movie horror. They Came From Beneath the Sea! is on Kickstarter until January 24, 2019:  https://www.kic...

In this episode, we discuss Scion Hero. Following on from Scion Origin, in Scion Hero, you play the empowered children of the gods. Learn what powers await as you take the step onto the path of Legend and hear why we think this game is awesome! You can find the Onyx Pathcast episode we reference here:  http://theonyxpath.com/episode-26-listen-to-our-storypath/ While Scion has not yet been released...

In this episode, we take a deep-dive into Scion Origin by the Onyx Path. In Scion, you play the children of the gods in a world where all myths are true. Scion Origin is the core rule book and default setting for Scion 2nd Edition, which uses Onyx Path's in-house Storypath system. You can find the Onyx Pathcast episode we reference here:  http://theonyxpath.com/episode-26-listen-to-our-storypath/...

Welcome to our first episode on Scion 2nd Edition. In this episode, we interview developers Meghan Fitzgerald and Neall Price. Scion is the Onyx Path's forthcoming roleplaying game about playing the children of the gods dealing with legends in the modern world. You can follow Meghan and Neall on Twitter: https://twitter.com/burntneall   https://twitter.com/fitzmorrigna   While Scion has not yet be...

This week, we have our first actual play episode! Steven Pope joins us again, this time to run Masks for us. Luka Carroll and Travis Dow come along as guests to play superheroes in Halcyon City. This is our final episode in our coverage of Masks: A New Generation by Magpie Games. You can find Steven Pope on Twitter and Instagram as @StevenJPope22, or follow him on Saving Throw:  https://savingthro...

In this bonus episode, we interview Paul Malchow about his debut game on Kickstarter, Union City Heroes Find Hearts & Souls on Kickstarter:  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/paulmalchow/union-city-heroes-a-comic-book-rpg-and-setting-cor You can find out more on the website:  https://www.unioncityheroes.com/ Our music is composed by James Horan. To contact him regarding composition, send him an...

In this episode, we give our usual overview of a game, this time with a guest host! We hope you enjoy our ongoing coverage of Masks: A New Generation by Magpie Games. You can find Steven Pope on Twitter and Instagram as @StevenJPope22, or follow him on Saving Throw:  https://savingthrowshow.com/uncanny-valley-cancer-cell-podcast-episode-1   You can find Masks A New Generation on Magpie's website: ...

Tim Kirk is Kickstarting the 2nd Edition of his superhero roleplaying game Hearts & Souls! We interviewed him about his game. Find Hearts & Souls on Kickstarter:  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1041295240/hearts-and-souls-2nd-edition-tabletop-role-playing You can follow Tim and Silverlion Studios on their social media: Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/silverlionstudios/ Twitter - https...

This episode is the first in our series of episodes covering Masks: A New Generation by Magpie Games. We interview Masks Creator Brendan Conway to talk about his creative process and the goals and themes of Masks. We talk about superheroes, role playing, and robot dinosaurs! You can find Magpie Games on their website, as well as follow them on Facebook and Twitter: Official Website:  www.magpiegam...

In this episode, we wrap up our Changeling the Dreaming arc with character creation. This time, we've each created a character and really focused on how to build characters working with each other. Download the character sheets here: Tuck Siobhan You can find Changeling the Dreaming on DrivethruRPG: C20 Core Rulebook Book of Freeholds Our artist for Phillipe is Noah Hirka. You can find more of his...

Join us for our interview with C20 writer and developer Pete Woodworth. You can find Pete on his website:  https://peterwoodworth.com/   You can find Changeling the Dreaming on DrivethruRPG: Core rulebook Kithbook Boggans Our music is composed by James Horan. To contact him regarding composition, send him an email:  jhoran99@optonline.net Episode cover art by Melissa Uran. To help support the show...

In this episode, we review some of the supplements released for Changeling the Dreaming 20th Anniversary Edition. The Book of Freeholds offers a deep dive into the secret places of the fae and Kithbook Boggans completes the original cycle of Kithbooks. We also highlight the C20 Ready-Made Characters. You can find Changeling the Dreaming on DrivethruRPG: Book of Freeholds Kithbook Boogans Ready-Mad...