Rolling Dice & Taking Names

Tuesday. The work week's middle section starts now. Well, it started this morning. But we're well into it now. I'm hoping for a quick one, as usual, though beyond just wanting a weekend, I'm excited about next week. So, to help speed things along, lets listen to some gaming podcasts. This week on the dial we have:

Polyhedron Collider Episode 90: Back to the Future, Agemonia and Lost Ruins of Arnak

Andy, Sid and Steve brace themselves for Lockdown 2 with another episode full of tabletop gaming chat. We celebrate our victory at a recent escape room before casting our eye over Agemonia, Back to the Future Dice Through Time and Lost Ruins of Arnak.

A question from our listeners leads to a discussion on the merits of virtual tabletop platforms such as Roll20 and Foundry and we reminisce over are best and worst RPG moments.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 213: At the Table with Kim-Joy

For the past few years, Vanessa and I have loved watching the TV Series, Great British Baking Show. This is reality cooking show from the BBC that has some really entertaining judges, hosts and contestants. One of our favorite contestants is Kim-Joy who was a finalist on the show. Not only is she a great baker and author but she is also a board gamer and is in the process of designing a board game with Skybound Games!

Tuesday. We're into the work-week proper. Things are continuing along, hopefully as they should for you. And hopefully not all that stressful. I've got Take Five playing, so that's nice and relaxing. But I'm about to swap over to some gaming podcasts, as I am wont to do on Tuesdays. What am I listening to? Glad you asked. This week, on the dial, we have:

The Secret Cabal Episode 218: Lost Ruins of Arnak, Everdell and A Short Topic Extravaganza

It's time for another wild and crazy episode of The Secret Cabal! And today the gang takes a look at a slew of games including Haunted Mansion Call of the Spirits, Barrage, Curious Cargo, Small World and Black Orchestra. Then Chris and Jamie feature review Lost City of Arnak from CGE and the whole gang looks back at Everdell from Starling Games one year later. Then after Tony T regales us with his informative news segment, the guys take questions from the listeners including our favorite game mechanisms, how to pick a game without wasting time and are app driven games good in the long term.

Game Classy Episode 220: Trump lost the popular vote twice

I missed the first 30 minutes due to being distracted by the President race being called. Sorry.

The D6 Generation Pip Episode 53: DnD Live Session 11

Wait...how many side quests did we just pick up? Our heroes are overwhelmed with requests from the local villagers now that they have proved their worth. They decide on a course of action and head out to Owl Well on route to Thundertree.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 213: Lost Ruins of Arnak, Tawantinsuyu,Tekhenu, Deep State, World of Tanks

Truly believe that the Lost Ruins of Arnak should be added to your shelves if you enjoy Clank. This game requires manipulating card combos that allow for you to gain resources that give the ability to generate end game victory points. You have to have a solid strategy as cards are revealed. You will need to make some hard decisions as you try and figure out what is the best payoff in the limited turns that you have in this game. Hope you get a chance to play this.

Tekhenu and Tawantinsuyu are games that will overwhelm at first and are not ones that after the first play you will feel like you played your best. These games are the ones that make you go back and wonder if you had just done this, would you have done better. If you enjoy games with dice that are meant to control decisions, then Tekhenu is something worth considering but be ready for a involved teach. Tawantinsuyu has a great player aid and while things are right before you, how it all comes together may take some time and multiple plays. Both games are a challenge and we have our favorite between the two, but that is just preference of the mechanics.

I'm tired. Just all the tired. I need to be getting more sleep. But I also have a new roommate in the form of a cat and we're still trying to figure out each-other's schedules and such. I also have a ton of stuff to get done. So, to keep myself awake, I have some Mountain Dew and I also have some podcasts to listen to. Let's see what's on the dial for this week:

The Secret Cabal Episode 217: Paranormal Detectives, Abomination The Heir of Frankenstein and Nightmare Gaming Stories

Muwahahahaha! It's Halloween again and ghoulish Founders are back to give you a spooky episode filled with Halloweeny games for you to enjoy. Today we look at Horrified, Friday the 13th: Horror at Camp Crystal Lake, Name 5, Dire Alliance, Dead Man’s Cabal and Armata Strigoi! Then Don and Jamie give a horrifying review of Paranormal Detectives from Lucky Duck Games and the gang looks back at Abomination The Heir of Frankenstein from Plaid Hat Games. Then after Tony T delivers the frightening news cast the ghoulies retell some nightmare gaming stories!

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 212: Guild Master, Raiders of Scythia, Seastead, AH – Under Dark Waves, My City, Overlight Puzzle

Every year we are given the opportunity to find a game that just floors us. Last year, we loved City of the Big Shoulders. This year, Guild Master has done the same thing, just taken our breath away. It is simple and elegant in how it plays. It provides tension and interaction without being complicated. And most importantly it has dice. We hope you get a chance to play it, we are looking forward to getting it back on the table.

Seastead is a two player game that isn’t one of those fast table fillers while waiting for a game to finish. It has meat to it and feels like a chess match at times. Here you have to be very strategic in how to claim victory points for the win because you can mess up and give the win to your opponent if not careful.

Raiders of Scythia is a reimplementation of Raiders of the North Sea and as you will hear, one that would we really enjoyed and prefer over the other. While it is a game that is plays very similar, the removal of certain elements really speed the game up and hone in on the important aspects that we enjoy.

And the wives have returned for game reviews and the Puzzle segment is back. Be sure and enter the contest to win the Renegade Puzzle Overlight. You can find the form here.

And we're into Tuesday. I'm still adjusting to life with a cat. It's not bad. I've had pets before. Just learning the personality of Catcat as well as she's learning mine. Meanwhile, I'm still working on all the things. Lots of proofreading. Today some writing. And while I do it, I'll be listening to some gaming podcasts. So, let's see what's on the dial for this week.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 210: Honey Buzz, Cartographers Heroes, MTV Party Game, The Few & Cursed, Betrayal at House on the Hill

Two games took what we know about certain mechanics and expect from those mechanics and changed them up on us causing a pause for a moment. Honey Buzz took the standard worker placement/tile placement mechanics and meshed them together into a programming game that looking back, requires more planning than originally done. This game’s core idea of you get to do actions when you complete a honeycomb makes you have to really think ahead toward future moves. It is very deceptive in the play and easy to miss if not careful.

The second game, The Few & Cursed, changed up the deck building concepts for us. When you deck build, you look for getting cards that provide a synergy to your hand. The Few & Cursed doesn’t work that way due to the random draw that you get. You have to work on the synergy by acquiring cards at the store that build up your character and then play/store cards from your hand to help you in your quests. So, it isn’t the same as most deck builders where you just empty your hand, buy cards, discard and draw new ones. You have to put some strategy in how to play cards, how to move and get into position and then unless unholy damage on the Cursed. Once again, a different mindset was needed.

Thanks for listening and come back in a week where the Daviau’s come and join us At The Table or whatever we are going to call the new segment.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 211: At the Table with Lindsay and Rob Daviau

We are trying something new with this unexpected release. You would think after eight years, we would learn not to try new things, but sometimes something comes along that is to good not to try. We are going to try and bring our guests on as an independent release and not make them part of the normal show release schedule. This will help us with time management and also provide us not to feel rushed when we are having a great conversation.

We are also going to try and bring on people beyond designers and publishers. We are hoping to bring artists, writers, production people on to give you an inside look at what it takes to bring a game to your table.

We are very lucky to have Lindsay Daviau join us in this inaugural episode. Lindsay is a Graphic artist at Restoration Games and has an amazing background in the board gaming industry that I am bet you were not aware of. She makes the game flow and make sense. We also “let” Rob sit in and discuss Pandemic Legacy 0, so be sure and hang around for that.

Also interested in feedback and hope you enjoy our latest adventure.

The Offline Gamer Episode 57: Raise Your Game

It's been a while since we've done a regular episode, so this month we just have a catchup of what we've been playing since last time. Also, Matt is doing a board game Twitch stream at the end of October for the Raise Your Game event run by Dementia UK. For more information see justgiving.com/fundraising/qbie

Lords of the Dungeon Episode 43: Jess’ Campaign, Warhammer FRP Training and Dealing with the Randomness

In episode 43, we start out talking to Jess about taking over their Dungeons and Dragons Ravenloft campaign and what a Cameltaur is. Then we discuss our first training session using the Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay 4th edition game system. And finally, the gang discusses randomness in role playing games and how to handle it when bad luck gets out of hand.

Polyhedron Collider Episode 89: Escape the Dark Sector, Tekhenu and D&D Essentials Kit

Andy, Sid and Steve pour themselves a beer, dry off their socks and sit down for another 90 minutes of tabletop gaming chat.

We review 80s inspired adventure game Escape the Dark Sector, melt our tiny little minds with Tehkenu and go regale you with our spoiler free thoughts of the Dungeons and Dragons Essentials Kit and its Dragon of Icespire Peak adventure for D&D 5th edition.

Tuesday. We've made it into the work week proper. Hopefully, your Monday wasn't overly-Monday-like. Mine was chill. Stuff to work on, but nothing crazy. Just busy enough to make the day go by, which is exactly how I like it. And while I've been continuing to enjoy my Type O Negative station on Pandora, it's time to get some gaming podcasts in your ears. Let's see what's on the dial this week.

Game Classy Episode 217: Toot Toot Heroquest!

boat games, Heroquest, Godtear, and 3d printing.

D6 Generation Pip Episode 50: DnD Live Session 8

Our DnD live session 8 finds our heroes working through the red brand hideout. Will they survive it or will it survive them?

Polyhedron Collider Episode 88: Tellstones, Star Scrappers Orbital, and Heart RPG

Join us in welcoming the newest member of the PHC family, Sid, as he joins us to discuss the new Heroquest, Canadian board game cafes and not being able to hold our alcohol anymore.

He then into some in depth chat about Tellstones, the latest game from Mechs vs Minions studio Riot games; Star Scrapper Orbital the upcoming Kickstarter from Hexy Studio; and Heart: The City Beneath, a crazy game about going deeper underground.

The Offline Gamer Podcast Episode 56: We're 5 Years Old!

Who'd have thought it, we've been doing this for five years! In this episode we look back over the past five years, as well as borrow a format from another podcast and discuss our top ten board games in our collection.

Lords of the Dungeon Episode 42: Star Trek Adventures Post Mortem and Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay Pre-Game

In episode 42, The Lords start out by discussing their Star Trek adventures 3 part campaign and decide whether they enjoyed the system or not and why, take a question from a listener regarding tracing their origins of when they got into roleplaying games and finish off by discussing their next campaign in the Old World using Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay 4th edition.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 209: Tammany Hall, EOTN-Barbarians, Warp’s Edge, Ohanami, Yukon Airways, Silver Dagger, Tellstones, Yukon Airways, Rise of Red Skull

We had a penalty on this episode, False start. So be sure to pay attention at the end if you can make it that long. According to Marty, there was a bunch of stuff going on about review of Tellstones and how some reviews are negative and some are positive and how people are saying that the negative reviews have integrity over the positive reviews. Whatever. It is a memory game and if you like those types of games, especially if they are quick and simple, then you might like this. If you are like me and short term memory is being challenged, then you might really need to consider this game. Weigh the good with the bad and see if it is worth your time. And both the wives enjoy this type of game.

Now Tammany Hall is an old game and one we never got to play until the re-release. Game with simple actions wrapped in warm, soft strategy, no wonder it is a favorite of so many. However, we didn’t experience the backstabbing because I believe the player count (3 people) kept that from happening. If you like the area control style games, you might want to give this a play but be warned, you will have to remember what the actions are so memory is involved

Empires of the North Barbarians was a good expansion to get on the table. Love the interaction that these clans provided to the game versus the head down do your own thing. Silver Dagger expansion gets back to the roots in Silver line and thankfully it does. We can see where bringing some of these cards over to the original set would create more mayhem than already exists with this memory game.

Well, after a short week last week, we've got a regular-sized one this time around. I hope yours is starting off alright. I've got all sorts of shipments of hot sauce coming in and had a chance to try Voo-Dew 2020 the other day. So, that's fun. I'm hoping to get back to the weekend quickly, despite not having any games lined up. It'll be alright, though. But, in the meantime, let's get you some podcasts to listen to.

The Secret Cabal Express Episode 64: The Impact of Artwork, Graphic Design and Components on the Gaming Experience

In episode 64 Tony, Chris and Jamie discuss the impact that great artwork, stellar graphic design elements, components and the entire cohesive production of a tabletop game has on the experience of the players. We go into the emotions they trigger and the immersion generated.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 208: Nevada City, Yedo Deluxe, Crypt Hunters, Tournament at Avalon, Mercado de Lisboa, Meeple Towers

Another episode of games where we talk about the remake of some great ones and a couple of new ones. It seems that we were on Worker Placement kick. Yedo has been a favorite of mine, so was very happy to get this classic game to the table. The Deluxe version is amazing with the upgraded player boards, meeples, artwork and so forth. The revamp of 7 Wonders lives up to what was shared in the press release. It is easier to explain and help people understand the ability to build for free. 7 Wonders is still a favorite and appreciate the upgrade.

Trick taking games are what Marty and I started playing in college. So when a game with that mechanic hits the table, takes us back. When Marty put Tournament at Avalon on the table and said it is an anti-trick game, had my doubts. Luckily for him, it lived up to the excitement as he taught the rules. Not sure all the special powers, but that is just part of the game.

Nevada City is another worker placement with the theme of building a town in the Old West. The game is different enough that it should not be overlooked if you get a chance to play it. It was one of those games that when done, you ask yourself, how could I have done that different so that I could have had more points. Given the opportunity, I would put this back on the table because it is not a hard game to teach, got some timing tricks that might be hard for people to grasp, but still worth the effort to play.

Game Classy Episode 216: Return to the Old World

space marines, and fantasy battles tactica

Jumping straight into Tuesday this week. I hope those of you that had Monday off had a good day (I basically slept all damn day). And to those that had to work, I at least hope it was a relatively easy day. But, seeing as it's already Tuesday, that means we need to get some gaming podcasts on the speakers so we can make the rest of the week go by quickly. So, let's get to it.

Polyhedron Collider Episode 87: Raiders of the North Sea, Under Falling Skies, Streets

Jon claws his way out of his baby-induced sleep-deprived fog to join Andy and Steve for another hour and a bit of top board game banter. In the news we explore Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything and the UK Games Expo Awards.

We then take a deep look at Viking themed Raiders of the North Sea, protect the world from invading aliens in Under Falling Skies and become property moguls in Streets, the new game from the developers of Villagers.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 207: Alma Mater, Small World of Warcraft, Detective Season One, Mariposas, Rome & Roll, Truffle Shuffle, Blinks

Having been players of Warcraft, Marty and I looked forward to the reskin of Small World with the World of Warcraft theme. Marty was never a big fan of Small World and I could never get people to play because they just didn’t enjoy trying to learn the powers and races and then they would change around the next time we played. So, will Small World of Warcraft be something different or more of the same. One thing was clear after our plays, we enjoyed the reskin for sure. If anything, it took us back to our days of playing the MMORPG and what we experienced. And if a game can create that, than congrats.

Alma Mater is one of those games where you hope the expectations that you have are not dashed against the rocks. It has the pedigree and we enjoy those games before it. The short of it, we will play it anytime. The economy in this game is the big selling point for me. Love how it adjusts and changes and how the players seem to have a lot of control over it. Might be not as much as I imagine, but still, very enjoyable.

Detective Season One is a nice quick version of the award winning game Detective. Here is 90 minutes of a cooperative game that moves quickly and makes sure everyone is involved. Another example of a great way to reskin a game and make it accessible for everyone.

Appreciate the listen and hope you are still safe and healthy

The Secret Cabal Episode 214: Ride the Rails, Era The Medieval Age and A Short Topic Extravaganza

Alrighty Cabalists, Wednesday is back and it's time for some wild Cabal action! today we start out with a review of the documentary film called World of Darkness about White Wolf Games and then jump into some games we're playing including: Expedition to Newdale, Modern Art The Card Game, Unspeakable Words, The Voyages of Marco Polo, Mysterium, and Five Tribes. Then we dive into a feature review of Capstone Game's Ride the Rails and a lookback at Era The Medieval Age from Eggertspiele. Tony T goes bananas with the best damn tabletop gaming news segment ever put to MP3. And finally, the gang tackles from questions from listeners including: do you attack the guy can screw you out of winning? Do you get agitated when stuff you like becomes popular? and unique game recommendations?

The D6 Generation Pip Episode 48: DnD Live Session 7

Our DnD live play sessions continue. Two more players join as we all find out what rhythms with "Minotaur down!"

Tuesday. We're into the meat of the work-week. Hopefully, your Monday went well. Mine seemed to drag on. But it did, eventually, come to an end. At least I had a good lunch. I made slow-cooked pork shoulder and have some amazing leftovers that I'll be munching on all week. And what will I be listening to as I enjoy my meals? Some gaming podcasts, of course.

This week on the dial we have: Lords of the Dungeon Episode 41: A Potpourri of Roleplaying Topics; Exploding Dice Radio Episode 14; Anonymous Tabletop Episode 44: Not Even “Remotely” Interesting; The Offline Gamer Episode 55: UKGE Virtually Expo 2020 Preview; and Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 206: Tekhenu, Pop-Tarts, Marvel Villainous, Yacht Rock, Last Defense, King & Assassins, Top 5 Card Games, Interview with David Thompson.

Lords of the Dungeon Episode 41: A Potpourri of Roleplaying Topics

In episode 41, The Lords dig into an entire hour of short topics all about role playing games. Discussion includes session duration, mundane encounters, the balance of roleplaying and combat, when players get bored, and more.

Exploding Dice Radio Episode 14

For Episode 14 of the EDR Podcast, Andy is joined once again by Josh! They discuss some newly announced information about Dystopian Wars 3.0, and then move on to discussing some of the concept art, background, and rules that have been revealed for Firestorm Armada ahead of the beta test later this year.

Anonymous Tabletop Episode 44: Not Even “Remotely” Interesting

Welcome to Anonymous Tabletop Episode 44.

In this shoot from the hip episode we find ourselves still isolated and once again have to Skype in the Crew, Patrick misplaces his moose hat when he sits in for a sick Tim, and Lathan buys some new toys to go with his brand new 3-D printing podcast.

Then, we discuss the perils of pre-ordering the new 40k, Katie turns up the volume on Pat when we talk podcast merchandising, and we prove that you get what you pay for when it comes to the quality of our show.

And finally, Katie starts a virtual garage sale to sell Dave’s stuff, we revisit Star Wars Mad Libs to see if the sequel proves worthy of the original, and we outsource Patrick’s job to Lathan when he finds it too hard to dig into Tim’s Sack. I don’t blame you Patrick, that thing makes me sick just thinking of it…

The Offline Gamer Episode 55: UKGE Virtually Expo 2020 Preview

It's almost here, the first ever virtual UK Games Expo! We take a look at what we can expect over the weekend of the 21st to 23rd August!

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 206: Tekhenu, Pop-Tarts, Marvel Villainous, Yacht Rock, Last Defense, King & Assassins, Top 5 Card Games, Interview with David Thompson

Another long episode. Good thing we are not playing a bunch of games or this would be six hours. We get a visit for David Thompson, a Squirrelly Award winner, and he talks about his new game on Kickstarter called Sniper Elite. So, if you are wondering about backing this game, give him a listen and bypass the rest of the show. However, if you thought about picking up the games Yacht Rock, Pop-tarts, or Last Defense, then Vanessa and Marty talk about their likes and dislikes.

Marty and I also talk about other games we played this past week, just hate it wasn’t together. I got to play Marvel Villainous with my wife and while it may not been her game, I really like where Ravensburger went with this series. Time to get some strategy on while keeping the simple core mechanics. Then Marty talks about two games he know I would enjoy, King & Assassins and Tekhenu. Both I hope to get to play very soon.

Heck, I hope to get to play them all in the future.

Finally, we discuss our top 5 collectible card games. Sadly, most our out of print or will be out of print soon. We need something new. Oh wait, that leads to the discussion of Vampire: The Masquerade Rivals and Ashes 1.5

I hope everyone's Monday went well. Mine was busy, as I expected it to be. But that also meant it went by quick. I looked up and was like, "Oh, hey, it's already time to clock out." Always nice when that happens. Felt like a productive day, too. And to help you continue to be productive and make your days go by fast, let's get to some podcasts.

This week on the dial we have: The Secret Cabal Express Episode 62: The Three Amigos Play The This or That Game; The Offline Gamer Episode 54: A Chat with James Cook; Tabletop Talk Episode 84: Insider Insight Through the Breach RPG with Dead Aussie Gamer; Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 204: Warhammer 40k 9th Edition, WarCry Campaigns, Age of Sigmar RPG; and The D6 Generation Pip Episode 45: Warcaster Unboxing.

The Secret Cabal Express Episode 62: The Three Amigos Play The This or That Game

In episode 62 Jamie welcomes Honorary Founders Rodney Smith of Watch It Played and Marty Connell of Rolling Dice and Taking Names to bring back play the This or That Game! We talk about conventions, gaming awards, Project Winter and in the game, we go into movies, board games, miniatures games and more.

The Offline Gamer Episode 54: A Chat with James Cook

In this episode Matt has a chat with comedian James Cook, probably best known amongst the board game community for his Always Be Rolling, Pandemic Live and Board Game Smackdown shows.

Tabletop Talk Episode 84: Insider Insight Through the Breach RPG with Dead Aussie Gamer

Join Craig as he talks to Micheal Kesavan (Dead Aussie Gamer) about Wyrd's Through the Breach roleplaying system. They discuss what makes it great and unique, how to be a better player (and GM1), and what the plans are for the 2020 Gencon events.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 204: Warhammer 40k 9th Edition, WarCry Campaigns, Age of Sigmar RPG

In this special off-week episode of RDTN, Marty looks at various Game Workshop games he’s been playing. To help keep him straight his son, Adam, and Joel Eddy from Drive Thru Games join in on the discussion.

The D6 Generation Pip Episode 45: Warcaster Unboxing

Russ just received the two Warcaster starter faction boxes from Privateer Press's "Warcasater Kickstarter." He shares initial impressions of the product and why he got into this game as he unboxes it for the first time!

Tuesday. The work week's second step. We're all hopefully back up to speed and ready to keep on truckin'. At least, I am. My Monday was busy, but productive (we've all had busy days where it seems like we got nowhere. Yesterday wasn't one of them). Plus, I had a second Loco Moco for lunch. Those are really good and I've got enough to make 2 more if I want. But, this isn't a cooking show. It's a "get you some podcasts" post. Let's get to it.

Today on the dial we have: Game Classy Episode 213: Point costs; Tabletop Talk Episode 83: Gaming Round Table: Parenting, Kids and Gaming; The Offline Gamer Episode 53: June/July Meeple Mail; The Secret Cabal Episode 211: Newton, Pipeline and Games That Fired Other Games; and Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 203: Scooby Doo Betrayal at Mystery Mansion, Succulent, HABA Games, Top 5 Portal Games.

Game Classy Episode 213: Point costs

The world’s best worst gaming podcast. Covering the tabletop spectrum, the classy hosts have a ton of cool interesting information that they usually never get to.

Tabletop Talk Episode 83: Gaming Round Table: Parenting, Kids and Gaming

Join Craig and his guests, Keith Suderman and Sarah-Anne Lahaie, as they discuss being parents that game, introducing and raising kids who game, and how to introduce gaming to kids.

The Offline Gamer Episode 53: June/July Meeple Mail

It's time for another episode of Meeple Mail, where we take a dive into our inbox to see what we've been sent over the past few weeks.

The Secret Cabal Episode 211: Newton, Pipeline and Games That Fired Other Games

Hey Now Cabalists! Today we get right down to business talking about some great games including In Too Deep, Marvel Champions, Castles of Burgundy: The Dice Game, Jungle Cruise, Dead Reckoning, Stockpile, The Dwarves, and Project Winter. Then we dive in deep with an overview and review of Newton from Cranio Creations and give a Look Back of Pipeline from Capstone Games. Then finally we discuss games that fired other games.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 203: Scooby Doo Betrayal at Mystery Mansion, Succulent, HABA Games, Top 5 Portal Games

The virus has once again hurt our opportunity to get together and vacation. It is hard to find a location to sit down and play a game during the week. Most places close early and you hate to take up a seat at a place to eat when they need the business. Some places are even limiting the time so they can turn customers over.

Therefore, Vanessa is back and she is sitting down with Marty to talk about the games you see in the image. Amazing what people will do when locked away in a cabin in the mountains of NC and want to get out. That is right, Marty was on vacation and had the family playing games. What a bunch of troopers.

We also rank our favorite Portal games, curious what yours might be. So head over to our BGG guild and let us know. Also, if you want to check out our stupidity, go watch our attempt to host during Portal Con on youTube.

Tuesday. We're into the meaty center part of the work week. I hope your Monday back after the weekend was alright. Hopefully your pets, if you have them, are calming down from all the explosions going on outside. Hopefully the rest of your week looks like it might be just busy enough to keep time going along quickly while not being overwhelming. And to help with that last part, let's get you some gaming podcasts to listen to.

This week on the dial we have: Plaid Hat Games Podcast Episode 10: Cocktail Hour; Game Classy Podcast Episode 212: Steve likes Necrons; The Secret Cabal Episode 210: Spirit Island and Gaming Etiquette and The Social Contract; Tabletop Talk Episode 81: Insider Insight with Jay Little (designer of X-Wing and Star Wars RPG); and Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 202: Justin Gary, Ascension Tactics, Cosmic Encounter Duels, Rise of the Empire.

Plaid Hat Games Podcast Episode 10: Cocktail Hour

This episode we taste test the Forgotten Waters custom cocktails. Find out how good Niki did creating these beauties, or if she failed miserably. Plus Jerry provides some satisfying drink ASMR.

Game Classy Podcast Episode 212: Steve likes Necrons

Almost to a unhealthy degree. Also Loch Ness Monster.

The Secret Cabal Episode 210: Spirit Island and Gaming Etiquette and The Social Contract

Hey Now Cabalists! Episode 210 starts out with a little bit of a bummer as we discuss how sad we are the Origins Game Fair won’t be happening this year but before too long, we jump into talking about some great games we've been playing including; Wingspan, Bumuntu, Fields of Green, Tapestry, Lockup: A Roll Player Tale, Claustrophobia 1643 and Small World. Then Don and Jamie jump into a feature review of Spirit Island from Greater Than Games and designed by R. Eric Reuss. Tony T collects and delivers a bonkers series of news articles and currently running Kickstarter projects while the gang chirps in the background. Then finally the Founders discuss various elements of gaming etiquette and the social contract with playing board games.

Tabletop Talk Episode 81: Insider Insight with Jay Little (designer of X-Wing and Star Wars RPG)

Join Craig and his guest, Jay Little, as they discuss the games Jay has designed including the X-Wing Miniature game, Edge of Empire RPG, and many more. Learn how Jay approaches designing for blockbuster licenses like Star Wars and Warhammer. His enthusiasm for gaming is infectious and you will learn a lot about how he approaches game design.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 202: Justin Gary, Ascension Tactics, Cosmic Encounter Duels, Rise of the Empire

This episode is full of stuff. We have a discussion with Justin Gary about his career and the new Kickstarter from Stone Blade Entertainment: Ascension Tactics. Tony is a big old fan boy during this, but rightly so with over 1000+ games of Ascension played. But we learn some very interesting facts about Justin that just floors us. If you have the time, be sure to listen to the full episode because there are nuggets about the elements the lead up to Ascension Tactics. However, the hard cord discussion begins around the 55:00 mark. This episode comes out on the day the Ascension Tactics Kickstarter starts, so if you want to back it, do it in the first 24 hours to get your name in the book.

We have a ton of games to talk about in this episode as well. We are going to talk about Cosmic Encounter Duel which really caught Marty by surprise. You know of your expectations are kind of down there and you get blown away. That is what this game did to Marty. When it is just the two of us sitting down to play a game, this and Undaunted are going to be fighting for table time.

Then we have Portal’s new add on for Imperial Settlers, Rise of the Empire. This is only a preview because we need to get Imperial Settlers on the table some more to remember how to play that game well. We had both forgotten strategies, nuisances and the best way to play the factions we picked. If you enjoyed Imperial Settlers before, this add on is something you should consider.

Ravensburger Jungle Cruise and Back to the Future: Dice Through Time find their way to the table. Jungle Cruise is a very light, family game. It is really nothing more than a roll and move game with set collection. However, Back to the Future is a challenging co-op game that will be a tough one to beat. If you like Elder Sign, you should check this one out if you like the IP that the game is based on.

And we discuss the new Unmatched release Cobble & Fog which brings to the table some of the best Universal Monsters and the lovable crime fighter Sherlock Holmes. Finally, Dice Masters has campaign boxes and we got to try one out that let us take a trip down memory lane. We hate that they ran into issues when it was released, such a fun, quick game to play.

Tuesday. The work week is well underway. Oh, and I've forgotten to mention that we recently made it into a new season as well. Yes, it's officially summertime here in the north and wintertime down in the south. This year sure is going by quickly. And if there's something else I'd like to go by quickly, it's the work week. So, let's listen to some gaming podcasts to help it along.

This week on the dial we have: Podcast Episode 9: Hot Topic - The Habanero; The Secret Cabal Episode 209: Escape Plan, Lord of the Rings Journeys In Middle-Earth and A Short Topic Extravaganza; The Secret Cabal Express Episode 61: Euro Games vs Ameritrash Games; Tabletop Talk Episode 79: Ulix (Bayou) Malifaux Deep Dive with Reice Chaudhry; The Offline Gamer Episode 52: Itching To Play...; and Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 201: Isaac Childres Interview, Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion.

Podcast Episode 9: Hot Topic - The Habanero

The Hot Topic Challenge continues as Colby, Joe, Bistro and special guest Chad Hoverter take on the spicy habanero!

The Secret Cabal Episode 209: Escape Plan, Lord of the Rings Journeys In Middle-Earth and A Short Topic Extravaganza

Hey Now Cabalists! Today the gang starts out with a bit of celebration as we achieved all three of our Kickstarter Goals and The Cabal will go on! The the Founders get into some of the games they've been playing including The Shining, Pan Am The Game, Escape Room: The Game, Healthy Heart Hospital, Ghost Stories, and Arcadia Quest. Then the gang features Vital Lacerda's Escape Plan and look back at Lord of the Rings Journeys In Middle-Earth from Fantasy Flight Games. Tony T goes overboard with some crazy news stories (including the weirdest sex themed board game you've ever seen) and finally a short topic extravaganza including topics about Cthulhu in Kemet, our other hobbies and underrated game designers.

The Secret Cabal Express Episode 61: Euro Games vs Ameritrash Games

In episode 61 Jamie, Steve, Don and Aaron from Lords of the Dungeon start off by talking about retail therapy and their growing collection of video games. Then the gang jumps into a discussion about Euro Games and Ameritrash games and what we like and dislike about both.

Tabletop Talk Episode 79: Ulix (Bayou) Malifaux Deep Dive with Reice Chaudhry

Join Craig and his guest, Reice, as they discuss Ulix for Bayou. What makes the crew work? What are the key hires? What pools do they excel in? How do you counter them?

The Offline Gamer Episode 52: Itching To Play...

Matt's gone a bit crazy backing Kickstarters, and also has around 1700 games to play from the Bundle for Justice and Racial Equality. He's itching to play them... (See what we did there?)

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 201: Isaac Childres Interview, Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion

After 200 episodes, you would think that word would get around to designers warning them of coming onto our show. Well, if it did, Isaac Childres ignored it and took his chances with us.

We have a great time talking video games, board games, and his new creation Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion. You can find this game at Target right now, and sometime next month at your local stores or online. If you go to Miniature Market, you can go ahead and pre-order. Click on the this link

And just when Isaac thought he had escaped, we drop Rank’em on him. If only had listened to the warnings. You would think a guy who writes scenarios would have picked up on those tales of foreboding.

So, we've gotten through Monday and are now firmly entrenched in the work week here with Tuesday. I hope yours is going well. Mine once again has a dripping ceiling in my bedroom. So, that's no fun. But I'll make it through, and I hope you do too. To help, let's get our gaming podcasts on.

This week on the dial we have: Lords of the Dungeon Episode 39: Take-Backs and First Time GM Jitters; Tabletop Talk Episode 78: Insider Insight with Ash Barker (GMG); Polyhedron Collider Episode 84: The UK Expo No Show; and Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 200: Co-host Auditions, Ride the Rails, Gulf, Mobile & Ohio, Undaunted: North Africa, Wingspan.

Lords of the Dungeon Episode 39: Take-Backs and First Time GM Jitters

In episode 39, the Lords start out by discussing Bender and Jess' new 1829 golden age of piracy Ravenloft campaign using the Dungeons and Dragons system. Then the gang takes a question from a listener regarding players asking to take back their action after committing. Finally, in the main discussion, the Lords talk about AC preparing for his first-time game mastering and the feelings he has, his preparation and some tips for handling first time GM jitters.

Tabletop Talk Episode 78: Insider Insight with Ash Barker (GMG)

Join Craig as he talks with Ash Barker of Guerilla Miniature Games and YouTube fame. They discuss game design, what makes a game fun, and what miniature gaming looks like in a post-COVID world.

Polyhedron Collider Episode 84: The UK Expo No Show

If things were normal this episode would be all about talking about the UK games Expo but of course conventions have been cancelled so we bring you another slice of gaming chat as we discuss the latest news and answer he listeners questions.

We address topics such as the best 2 player game, online conventions, and Terraforming Mars.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 200: Co-host Auditions, Ride the Rails, Gulf, Mobile & Ohio, Undaunted: North Africa, Wingspan

Physical games were actually played for this episode. That is right, we gathered around a table and played to new train games. Ride the Rails from Capstone Games was first on the table. It was refreshing not to have to bid on stocks in a train game and concentrate on the network. But then, Gulf, Mobile, and Ohio rolled onto the table and we were back to stocks and building the network. Winner is the one with most points in both games. Both games took a little bit to get the fire stocked in the boiler and get the train out of the station. But isn’t that how it is with these games, got to see how the strategy will play out. The concepts are easy to grasp, but how to use them to your advantage just takes some time.

Tony and Donna talk about the Game of the Year, Wingspan. They finally get to play it and can see why it got the praise that it did. Artwork, table presence, ease of teach, and concepts were just top notch. Even the mother-in-laws enjoy the game and they are not use to these types of games.

And the love for the Undaunted series continues with the next installment, North Africa. Not sure what it is, but this series continues to be a favorite. It melds in enough strategy and the favorite mechanic of deck building which is why it seems to be hitting the table as often as it is.

A big thanks to everyone who helped us celebrate the 200^th episode of Rolling Dice & Taking Names. We asked a ton of people to send in audition tapes to replace Tony as a way to close out that running gag and we appreciate all that took the time out of the schedule and sent one in.

Episode 201 is around the corner and we will be visited by Isaac Childres as he talks about his new game Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion

Tuesday. The work week is well underway. As usual, I'm hoping for a quick one. My amount of D&D has upped considerably with a new game that plays most weekends, along with my other game that still happens ever-other week. Obviously, I'm rather happy about that, as filling up the weekends with stuff has been very enjoyable lately. Hopefully, you have some gaming stuff lined up and want to get back to the weekend quickly. To help out, as usual, we've got some gaming podcasts for you.

This week on the dial we have: Tabletop Talk Episode 76: Gaming Round Table: Good, Bad and Ugly Mini Games; The Secret Cabal Express 60: The Golden Age of Intellectual Properties in Board Games; and Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 199: Arkham Horror Dead of Night, City Builder, TTR Japan, Crossed Words, The Alpha.

Tabletop Talk Episode 76: Gaming Round Table: Good, Bad and Ugly Mini Games

Join Craig, and his guests, Pete Kain and Chris Yuen, talk about seven of the biggest miniature games being played today. What is good about them? What is not so good about them? Be prepared for strong opinions and some stronger language than you usually hear on the pod.

The Secret Cabal Express 60: The Golden Age of Intellectual Properties in Board Games

In episode 60, Chris, Steve, Don, Tony and Jamie sit down to talk about what seems to be the golden age of intellectual properties in board games. Games using movies, tv shows, video games, books and more are becoming more and more thoughtful and well developed and many publishers are thriving from developing quality hobby minded board games developing games in this space. The Founders discuss this and pitch some ideas for IP board games that they would love to see happen.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 199: Arkham Horror Dead of Night, City Builder, TTR Japan, Crossed Words, The Alpha

Episode is full of family. Donna and Rebecca join Tony to discuss two games that they played while Rebecca was home for a little bit. Ticket to Ride is always a family favorite and it was good to try out the new Japan map. The Bullet Train and only 20 trains help speed up the game considerably and bring the Destination Ticket strategy to the forefront as Rebecca points out. The Alpha by Bicycle Games is what it advertises to be, a very light strategy and while the theme may seem not so family oriented with wolves hunting their prey, it really boils down to a an area control game with luck based on the results of the die.

Marty, Vanessa and her younger brother, Bob talk about the new expansion for Arkham Horror Dead of Night. Now when you get to Arkham lovers talking about one of their favorite games, they could go on and on and you can sense the enjoyment they had playing the latest expansion even though it was through Zoom. And a big thanks to Vanessa for not spoiling the adventure but once you play, sure she would love to talk to you about it.

Tuesday. The work week is fully underway. Have to admit, I've had a very low-gear morning. But I'm getting through it as I make up these posts. I've got some upbeat music going, but I'll soon switch over to some gaming podcasts as I lean into some proofreading in a little bit.

This week on the dial we have: Lords of the Dungeon Episode 38: Online Gaming and Star Trek Adventures; The D6 Generation Pip Episode 43: DnD Live Play: Lost Mine Session 4; The Polyhedron Collider Cast Episode 83: Comic Relief, D&D and Eternal Palace; The Offline Gamer Podcast Episode 50: 50th Episode Quiztacular!; Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 198: Nova Luna, King’s Dilemma, Undaunted: Normandy, Feed the Kraken; and Tabletop Talk Episode 74: Malifaux: Dashel Barker (Guild) Deep Dive with Adam and Jesse.

Lords of the Dungeon Episode 38: Online Gaming and Star Trek Adventures

In episode 38, the Lords finally return for a new episode! The gang managed to get at least some recording ability at their homes, and we hope that all of you will bear with us as we figure out this new style of recording. We start off the episode by discussing what we've been doing over the past few months and how we've been gaming. We've started a new Star Trek Adventures and are doing it online first the first time. Then we go into our thoughts of Star Trek Adventures from Modiphius.

The D6 Generation Pip Episode 43: DnD Live Play: Lost Mine Session 4

Session 4 of our D&D live play episodes featuring our friends from Geek Nation Tours, The Nerdherders Podcast, & Fight In a Box games.

The Polyhedron Collider Cast Episode 83: Comic Relief, D&D and Eternal Palace

The Covid-19 lockdown may be easing in England, but don’t worry as the boys from Polyhedron Collider are keeping safe and playing even more games online. But we’re not the only ones, as Comic Relief played Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition this week, with references to Boo, Tiger King and bread curses. They’re not the only ones playing D&D 5E as Steve and Andy talk about their initial thoughts on the Dungeons and Dragons Essentials Kit and its adventure The Dragon of Icespire Peak, were we learn that Rory doesn’t like wizards. We also give our first impressions on the Alien Roleplaying Game.

We also venture into some board games, as Steve talks about “Go with extra steps” game Mitropia and Steve and Andy talk about Eternal Palace, the latest dice placement game from Alley Cat Games which is all about creating beautiful works of art.

The Offline Gamer Podcast Episode 50: 50th Episode Quiztacular!

To celebrate our 50th episode, we've decided to put on a quiz! Joining us for this special occasional are some of our friends, but which one of them knows the most about games?

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 198: Nova Luna, King’s Dilemma, Undaunted: Normandy, Feed the Kraken

We tried some virtual gaming in the past two weeks. One is shared out on our YouTube site and you can watch us try and teach Undaunted: Normandy. Thank goodness the designer Dave Thompson joined and help correct our mistakes. What a great experience we had. Also, Marty got in the second scenario and Dave took my place. This game is currently out of stock, but we were informed that it should be back in stores and online in June.

Donna makes an appearance in this show, it has been awhile, probably since we talked about Dizzle. She helps me talk about a new game from Stronghold, Nova Luna. Spoiler, she and I both really enjoyed it and look forward to playing it again.

Marty and I sat down “virtually” with the Scurry Reporters and we tried King’s Dilemma. While nothing against the game, it just wasn’t the same and probably missed some of the experience. Games like this tend to feed off of being in the same room. We look forward to trying it again, problem is it is a legacy game.

Sorry again for the audio issues, hopefully that will not happen again. Also, for the Ewin Chairs that Marty mentions, they have the chairs with a 20% off value now, sure that it is normal price, but the RDTN code works on top of that as well.

Tabletop Talk Episode 74: Malifaux: Dashel Barker (Guild) Deep Dive with Adam and Jesse

Join Craig as his guests, Adam Talbot and Jesse Watson, dive into Dashel Barker and the Guard keyword.  Discover their core crew and the models they flex into.  Learn the keyword's 2nd-level play and what counters them! 

Tuesday. We've made our way into the work week proper. I hope yours is going well. Mine's been alright. Found out my car's battery is dead. It's not the newest battery, and not going out every couple days has finally put the nail in its coffin. Not like I was going a ton of places, anyway, but still. I'm definitely going to be home for a bit now. Eventually I'll get it replaced. But since I'm not going anywhere, some gaming podcasts would be nice to listen to.

This week on the dial we have: The D6 Generation Pip 41: DnD Live: Lost Mines Session 2; The Secret Cabal Express 59: Influential Game Mechanisms; Tabletop Talk Episode 72: Edge of Empire Live Play: Flashback to Toydaria; and Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 197: Coldest Night, Musical Chairs, Sagrada iOS, Player Count.

The D6 Generation Pip 41: DnD Live: Lost Mines Session 2

We are joined by Teras Cassidy of Geek Nation Tours, Seppy Yoon of Fight in a Box Games, & Dave Farr of Nerdhearders Podcast for session 2 of Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition: The Lost Mines of Phandelver.

The Secret Cabal Express 59: Influential Game Mechanisms

In episode 59, Don and Jamie sit down to talk about a series of essential and influential board game mechanisms that were game changers of our hobby. Mechanisms that, when first arriving on the scene, shook up the way games were designed and added a new tool to the game design toolbox.

Tabletop Talk Episode 72: Edge of Empire Live Play: Flashback to Toydaria

Join Craig as he runs an RPG session of Edge of Empire for four players. This is a flashback session that happens a year before the main campaign occurs. You can follow the main campaign on the YouTube channel!

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 197: Coldest Night, Musical Chairs, Sagrada iOS, Player Count

While current situations don’t allow us to sit close to the fire to keep from freezing, Coldest Night from Indie Boards & Cards is a light coop game that is brutal and while strategy is needed, luck is part of it because it is a card game. Fast to play and one of those that will tease you in thinking the next time, you will beat this game. Isn’t that what these games are suppose to do? They are to challenge you and make you want to come back and try again. If it is too easy, never come of the shelf again. Will be interesting to see how this plays with more players, but unfortunately, that will be awhile for us.

Vanessa is keeping the show running by coming back again to talk about Musical Chairs and this sounds like another fun game to get to the table. Who would have thought to take a party game and make it a board game. As she and Marty talked about the game, I could only imaging how hectic that game could get with more players and look forward to playing it. Man, all these games that we are playing independently will need a different segment on the show where we see what the other host thinks of them.

And for our discussion topic, we think about what a challenge it is for designers to come up with player counts and how while a game may list a range, there really is best number to play with. We end up also discussing how our selection has changed during this isolation and how some of our favorites do not find the table right now

 

And we're fully encased in the work week as we find ourselves here in Tuesday.

... Tuesday, right? It's still Tuesday? I know I sometimes get my days mixed up, even before all of this "you gotta stay home" thing, but at least today, it's been a little more difficult. Not sure what day it feels like, but I don't know if I'd say it's Tuesday.

But Tuesday it is, and that means we gotta get you some podcasts.

On the dial we have: Tabletop Talk Episode 70: Jack Daw (Resurrectionist): Malifaux Deep Dive; The Secret Cabal Episode 205: Chimera Station, Wingspan and A Short Topic Extravaganza; Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 196: Santa Monica, The Search for Planet X, Ripple Rush, Top Grumpy Games; The D6 Generation Pip 40: DnD Live: Lost Mines Session 1; and 40K Radio Episode 51: Online Previews!

Tabletop Talk Episode 70: Jack Daw (Resurrectionist): Malifaux Deep Dive

Join Craig as his guests explain how they play Jack Daw and the Tormented crew. What is their core crew, their flex picks and their favorite pools? At the end they discuss how to counter the keyword.

The Secret Cabal Episode 205: Chimera Station, Wingspan and A Short Topic Extravaganza

The gang is back again for another episode of The Secret Cabal Gaming Podcast and today we talk about Steve's encounter with a backyard snake, Tony's standing desk, and take a look at a slew of games we've played including: Brook City, Street Masters, Dinogenics, The Liberation of Rietburg, Archmage, Clinic, Kitchen Rush, Race for the Galaxy and Star Trek Panic. Then we throw down a feature review of Chimera Station from Tasty Minstrel Games and a look back at Wingspan from Stonemaier Games. And finally, After Tony T's award-winning news segment, we host a short topic extravaganza including questions about games with few rounds, if we'd play games even though we're cursed to lose and the awkward moments after a game ends.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 196: Santa Monica, The Search for Planet X, Ripple Rush, Top Grumpy Games

First, a big thank you to all that helped get RDTN another nomination to the BGG Golden Geek Award. We really do appreciate it and means a lot to us.

Unfortunately, social distance has kept our game night on hold and Marty is able to call in the troops to help him discuss some games. Vanessa sits down at the mic first and they talk about Santa Monica that takes you to the beach for a little sea shell gathering or that is what I would have called it had I been able to play it. But instead, it is all about collecting the victory points.

Adam is next on the mic and he and Marty get down to finding a lost planet by the code name X. The goal is simple, be the first to find planet X and accumulate the most victory points to pull of the win. The game is about using logic and deduction to figure out where the planet is located. Good thing Marty had Adam helping him with this, I might have not found it.

And the Scurry Reporters are back to try and see if they can pick three games each to determine if those games would make me, Tony, grumpy.

Be sure to enter the two contests for your chance at Santa Monica (US Only) or the Guild Wars 2 keys. All entries must be received by 5/3 @ 1700.

Thanks for listening and once again, we sincerely are grateful for the nomination for the BGG Golden Geek and be sure to go vote before May 1, 2020

The D6 Generation Pip 40: DnD Live: Lost Mines Session 1

Russ is joined by Teras Cassidy of Geek Nation Tours, Seppy Yoon of Fight in a Box Games, & Dave Farr of Nerdhearders Podcast as they play a session of Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition: The Lost Mines of Phandelver.

40K Radio Episode 51: Online Previews!

In this episode we take a look at the first two online previews by GW and share our thoughts! What did we like? What weren’t we excited about? What did we do to keep our quarantined selves from going crazy? Time in to find out!

 

Tuesday. The work week is underway. I hope yours is treating you as well as it can during these strange times. I'm making it through as I can. I will attempt to get groceries on Thursday. We'll see how that works. It'll be my first time out of the bear den in 2 weeks. Need to restock the supplies for another couple weeks. We'll see how it goes. In the meantime, I need to get you some podcasts to listen to.

Today on the dial we have: Morrus' Unofficial Tabletop RPG Talk Episode 94: RPG Superstar and Pathfinder 2e with Owen KC Stephens and Stephen Glicker; Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 195: Wonder Woman, Half Truth, Pathfinder Supplement, Scurry Report Deep Dive; Plaid Hat Games Podcast Episode 3: Hot Topic; Tabletop Talk Episode 68: Why Ray (and you) Should be Playing Skytear; The Secret Cabal Episode 204: Viticulture, Vindication, Shadows of Brimstone, Wendake and Living without a Game Group; The Offline Gamer Episode 46: Under Lockdown; and The D6 Generation Pip 39: Infinity CodeOne, N4, & Adepticon.

Morrus' Unofficial Tabletop RPG Talk Episode 94: RPG Superstar and Pathfinder 2e with Owen KC Stephens and Stephen Glicker

This week, Morrus and Peter are joined by Owen K.C. Stephens and Stephen Glicker to talk about the revival of the RPG Superstar contest, the 52 in 52 promotion from Rogue Genius Games, and Pathfinder 2^nd Edition! In the news, game distributors Alliance and Diamond close operations, Brian Blume passed away, Warhammer 40K: Wrath & Glory preview, April Fools jokes, and more! Plus a brand new sketch about an unusual spell.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 195: Wonder Woman, Half Truth, Pathfinder Supplement, Scurry Report Deep Dive

How do you do a Board Game podcast when social distance is in play? If you have the answer, we would love to hear it, but we gave it our best with this episode. Marty’s family gets involved with the show because they are very kind and supportive of the show or they are a captive audience during this time. I get to discuss Wonder Woman that Donna and I played and why I think Marty will enjoy it. Vanessa and Adam helps Marty explain the game Half-Truth and what makes it enjoyable and how it can also challenge even the best trivia player.

The Scurry Report is not about a game, but what could the potential impacts be to conventions, game designers, and distribution of the games as it relates to COVID 19. Now, this is all opinion, but there are some nuggets of facts in the discussion. If you have thoughts on this, would love to hear them. Give us feedback while you are sitting at home waiting for this to be all over.

Adam then comes back for a discussion on the Pathfinder Supplement that was just released. See, even while being apart, you can get in some RPG games through technology.

Thank you for listening during these difficult times and we hope your family and loved ones are safe and stay that way.

Plaid Hat Games Podcast Episode 3: Hot Topic

The new segment Hot Topic is introduced in this episode, which has some of the Plaid Hat crew attempting to answer questions while eating spicy peppers. This week we begin with the mild jalapeno. Featuring Colby, Jerry, Bistro and Niki.

Tabletop Talk Episode 68: Why Ray (and you) Should be Playing Skytear

Join Ray as he discusses the new game Skytear with Giacomo Neri of PvP Geeks. They go over how the game plays, what makes it unique and all of the key mechanics.

The Secret Cabal Episode 204: Viticulture, Vindication, Shadows of Brimstone, Wendake and Living without a Game Group

The Founders are sheltered in place, but the Secret Cabal will go on! Today we talk about some awesome games including Everdell Pearlbrook, Doctor Who Time of the Daleks, Europe Divided, Arkham Noir, Funkoverse, Monumental and Chronicles of Crime: Noir. Then we give you a feature review of Viticulture Essentials Edition from Stonemaier Games and look back at Vindication, Shadows of Brimstone and Wendake. Then after Tony T enlightens you with all the most important news items from around the board gaming world, we host a discussion about how to continue gaming even though you're stuck in your house during quarantine.

The Offline Gamer Episode 46: Under Lockdown

It's been a few weeks since our last episode, so we catch up on everything that's been going on in the world since, and have our usual chat about games.

The D6 Generation Pip 39: Infinity CodeOne, N4, & Adepticon

Craig & Russ, of the D6 Generation (TheD6Generation.com) interview Carlos Llauger of Corvus Belli and discuss the new hotness in the Infinity Universe: Infinity CodeOne & N4.

 

It's Tuesday. The work-week is underway. I hope you're all safe and healthy out there. These are tough times and we are all going to need to rely on each-other to get through it. I know something that helps is just getting your mind off the situation for a while. A good podcast can help, and I'm here to bring you this week's shows.

Today on the dial we have: Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 194: Great Western Trail Vs Maracaibo, Ettin, Europe Divided, War of the Ring; Morrus' Unofficial Tabletop RPG Talk Episode 93: Identeco with Shawn Rourk; The Secret Cabal Express Episode 58: Questions, Misconceptions and WTFs of Board Game Publishing with Stephen Buonocore; 40K Radio Episode 50: Today We Mourn; and Tabletop Talk Episode 67: Mah Tucket (Bayou): Malifaux Deep Dive.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 194: Great Western Trail Vs Maracaibo, Ettin, Europe Divided, War of the Ring

After the Squirrely Awards, we need to catch up, plus I had a little vacation, therefore we ramble in this episode. While I was gone, Marty finally was able to get War of the Ring to the table. Based on what he told me in this episode, I am really looking forward to giving it a shot. Just hope the rules haven’t faded by the time we get it to the table. Vanessa, his wife, was also subject to gaming while I was gone and they sat down to play a few games that sound like I missed some good ones. We talk about the Switch and an upcoming release called Bubble Bobble, which we played together almost 30 years ago. So, once again, what is old is new.

Then we finally talk about a game we got to play together, Maracaibo from Capstone Games. We don’t just talk about it, but we discuss how it compares to Great Western Trail which is a game that we thought couldn’t be topped. But did the same designer of both games top his previous design, need to listen to find out.

Thanks for listening and we hope you and your family are safe during these unprecedented times. Often times while we focus on our physical health, we forget our mental health so be sure to take a moment and take care of all aspects of your wellbeing.

Morrus' Unofficial Tabletop RPG Talk Episode 93: Identeco with Shawn Rourk

This week, Morrus and Peter are joined by Shawn Rourk to talk about his cyberpunk roleplaying game Identeco. In the news, the Pathfinder 2^nd Edition Beginner Box was announced, ICv2 industry sales numbers for 2019 are in, multiple conventions canceled including PaizoCon, Harlem Unbound 2^nd Edition released, and more! Plus Our Favorite Game in All the World and a brand new sketch about a DM struggling for ideas.

The Secret Cabal Express Episode 58: Questions, Misconceptions and WTFs of Board Game Publishing with Stephen Buonocore

In episode 58, We start out today's episode with a special message to the Cabalists and then right into the episode proper. Today the Chris, Don and Jamie are joined by their very good friend Stephen Buonocore of Stronghold Games to discuss the board game publishing industry. Stephen answers all of our and the Cabalists questions about what it takes to publish a board game in today's industry. If you want to hear more about publishing, check out Stephen's podcast called Board Games Insider at BoardGamesInsider.com and all the wonderful games he publishes at StrongholdGames.com

40K Radio Episode 50: Today We Mourn

In this episode we talk about the cancellation of our favorite event Adepticon. We take a look at how the community has responded and take a look at how we can help the vendors who missed out on their biggest event of the year. We also catch up on the latest 40K news and previews.

Tabletop Talk Episode 67: Mah Tucket (Bayou): Malifaux Deep Dive

Join Craig as his guests (AJ Barr and Oliver Borden) explain how Bayou Mah Tucket and the Tricksy crew work in Malifaux 3rd Edition. They discuss how to run the crew successfully, what strats and schemes they excel in and even how to counter them.

 

While most of us are hanging out at home, it's good to still have some of our normal routines in there. It's time to focus on things we care about the most, and for many of us, that list includes not just friends and loved ones, but gaming. So, let's listen to some gaming podcasts together from different rooms.

This week on the dial we have: Plaid Hat Games Podcast Is Back; The Secret Cabal Episode 203: Underwater City and Win Loss Attribution; Singled Out Episode 103: Talking Shepard’s Guild With Bryce and Dom; Tabletop Talk Episode 65: Malifaux Path to Podium: NC Grand Tournament; and Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 194: Great Western Trail Vs Maracaibo, Ettin, Europe Divided, War of the Ring.

Plaid Hat Games Podcast Is Back

We've had plans to reboot the podcast for a while now and our newly gained independence seemed like the perfect time to start it up again. You can listen to the first episode now!

After buying Plaid Hat Games back from Asmodee, Colby and the rest of the Plaid Hat crew discuss the future of the company and their new Crossroads Game Forgotten Waters. Joe talks about his favorite video game The Secret of Monkey Island and how it influenced him to make a pirate board game.  

The Secret Cabal Episode 203: Underwater City and Win Loss Attribution

Hey Now Cabalists! Today we open but announcing the date of our next Kickstarter which will be May 1st, 2020. Then we jump into talking about a bunch of games we've been playing including On Mars, CO2: Second Chance, Feudum, In the Hall of the Mountain King, Fast Sloths, Bruges and Terror in Meeple City. Then we jump into a feature review of Underwater City designed by Vladimír Suchý and published by Rio Grande Games. Then after Tony T gives us his wild and crazy News segment, we discuss Win/Loss Attribution in board gaming.

Singled Out Episode 103: Talking Shepard’s Guild With Bryce and Dom

In this episode Steve talks to Bryce and Dominic about the Shepard’s Guild. They mainly discuss how Dom failed to design and test the Beekeeper’s Guild, and how this failure has critically endangered the Guild Ball Hobby that we know of.

Tabletop Talk Episode 65: Malifaux Path to Podium: NC Grand Tournament

Join Craig as his guests (Cody Hiatt, Johnathan Pravlik and Brandon Lynch) explain how they did so well in the 2019 5-round Grand Tournament event held last November in North Carolina. They explain what crews the took, what they faced and the key decisions each match that brought them up the path to the podium.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 194: Great Western Trail Vs Maracaibo, Ettin, Europe Divided, War of the Ring

After the Squirrely Awards, we need to catch up, plus I had a little vacation, therefore we ramble in this episode. While I was gone, Marty finally was able to get War of the Ring to the table. Based on what he told me in this episode, I am really looking forward to giving it a shot. Just hope the rules haven’t faded by the time we get it to the table. Vanessa, his wife, was also subject to gaming while I was gone and they sat down to play a few games that sound like I missed some good ones. We talk about the Switch and an upcoming release called Bubble Bobble, which we played together almost 30 years ago. So, once again, what is old is new.

Then we finally talk about a game we got to play together, Maracaibo from Capstone Games. We don’t just talk about it, but we discuss how it compares to Great Western Trail which is a game that we thought couldn’t be topped. But did the same designer of both games top his previous design, need to listen to find out.

Thanks for listening and we hope you and your family are safe during these unprecedented times. Often times while we focus on our physical health, we forget our mental health so be sure to take a moment and take care of all aspects of your wellbeing.

 

It's Tuesday. And man, everyone seems to be have a really tough time with that. Can't say I blame them. I'm having a hell of a time getting going this morning. Need more caffeine, I suppose. Some gaming podcasts playing might help as well. I don't thin it could hurt, anyway. Let's get to it.

Today on the dial we have: Morrus' Unofficial Tabletop RPG Talk Episode 90: Dungeons & Dragons Presents Magic: The Gathering’s Theros; Game Classy Episode 206: Varmints; 40K Radio Episode 49: The Return of Siege Studios!; Anonymous Tabletop Episode 41: In Space No One Can Hear Dave Scream; Polyhedron Collider Episode 80: Noctiluca, Horrified and Port Royal; Singled Out Episode 102: Guild Ball Fundamentals, D&D Terrain and Epic 40k; The Secret Cabal Episode 202: Clinic: Deluxe Edition and a Short Topic Extravaganza; Tabletop  Talk Episode 64: Malifaux Insider Insight: Matt and Kyle from Wyrd Games; and Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 193: 5th Annual Squirrelly Awards.

Morrus' Unofficial Tabletop RPG Talk Episode 90: Dungeons & Dragons Presents Magic: The Gathering’s Theros

This week, Morrus and Peter explore the new Dungeons & Dragons setting from Magic: The Gathering, the Greek-inspired Theros! In the news, a new Tales from the Loop starter set, Cyberpunk Red cover revealed, Labyrinth RPG released, new details about Dune, and more! Plus a brand new sketch about the World’s Greatest Warrior.

Game Classy Episode 206: Varmints

What's Steve bringing to Adepticon?

40K Radio Episode 49: The Return of Siege Studios!

In this episode we are once again joined by James from Siege Studios. We discuss what he thought of his first Adepticon last year and what he’s looking forward to this year. We find out what going on at Siege Studios and dig a bit deeper into the workings of the commission painting world.

Anonymous Tabletop Episode 41: In Space No One Can Hear Dave Scream

Welcome to Anonymous Tabletop Episode 41.

In this episode NASA Luke stops by for a visit and sits in for a sick Lathan, Tim makes a mess when we find he has a bit of drinking problem, and Katie promotes our upcoming Adepticon recording as well as our teenage niece…

Then, Tim tries his hand at creating a new segment in the D-Rail, we once again resort to some horribly bad accents, and then come full circle when we derail the D-Rail and talk about sex shops.

And finally, Shut Up and Take My Money shills to pay the bills, Geeky Jean asks the pros about our cons, and Celebrity Deathmatch gets starry eyed when it pits captain versus captain.

Oh, and don’t forget Tim’s Sack. I’m sure it’s going to be out of this world this time.

Polyhedron Collider Episode 80: Noctiluca, Horrified and Port Royal

The HMS Polyhedron Collider is still at sea without a full crew, and without its trusty navigator Andy, Jon and Steve drifted into dangerous waffle waters. But never fear our intrepid crew are still able to keep things ship shape with a hold full of table top gaming chat.

After picking over the depleted news stores we take set sail for the black lagoon in Horrified, catch jellyfish in Noctiluca and hire a capable crew in Port Royal

Singled Out Episode 102: Guild Ball Fundamentals, D&D Terrain and Epic 40k

Settle in for episode of Guild Ball fundamentals where Steve Cole talks to the Brothers Langton.

Andrew also talks to Martin about Dungeons & Dragons, how he finds the game as a new player and how terrain really helps the game, and finally Andrew talks to Steve about Epic 40k, football nerds and other stuff.

You would like to support the podcast? Well now you can! Find Singled Out on Patreon, and become a patron to access their bonus podcast, Singled Out: Bonus Time!

Actual Guild Ball content starts at 53min

D&D Terrain chat starts at 2hr 24

A rainy Tuesday here in Atlanta. Monday was rainy, too. This is not a complaint. I like the rain. I wasn't exactly going to be headed outside to run around, anyway. Best to sit inside and work on gaming stuff while listening to some gaming podcasts. Speaking of, let's see what we've got for you this week.

On the dial, we have: Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 192: Atlantis Rising, Stellar, The Shining, Brainwaves, Stampede; Morrus' Unofficial Tabletop RPG Talk Episode 89: Warhammer, Warhammer, and Warhammer with Dominic McDowall; The Secret Cabal Express 57: Replayability with Honorary Founder Dan King The Game Boy Geek; The D6 Generation Pip Episode 37: D&D Tyranny of Dragons Finale Approach; Tabletop Talk Episode 63: Leveticus: Malifaux Deep Dive with Josh Antoline and Owen Beste.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 192: Atlantis Rising, Stellar, The Shining, Brainwaves, Stampede

Hang in there, we get to the games once we get pass the discussion on music. You know us, we love our music and when we get the opportunity to share something interesting, we jump on it. The first game is Brainwaves that Marty got to play with his family. This is about helping with your memory and at RDTN, this is needed. The other discussions about the games we got to play demonstrates that point

Atlantis Rising was released by Z-Man games in 2012 and has been re-released by Elf Creek Games with enhanced components and rule improvements. When Atlantis Rising was released, the game was said to be incredible hard and may have not gotten a fair shake. However, over the years, people began to enjoy it and it became one of those “grail” type games where it was hard to find. Elf Creek Games has brought it back and it is a good thing. Such a solid cooperative game and one that if you get a chance, worth giving a shot.

Then there is Stellar that just knocked us for a loop. Two player card game that has strategy all over it. Such a solid game that challenges you to not just go through the motions, you have to pay attention to what is happening. You need to watch your opponents strategy. You must play offensively and defensively. Decisions are tight and if not thought through, it will be a major inconvenience.

Next episode the brown carpet is being rolled out for our Annual Squirrelly Awards.

Morrus' Unofficial Tabletop RPG Talk Episode 89: Warhammer, Warhammer, and Warhammer with Dominic McDowall

This week, Morrus and Peter are joined by Dominic McDowall to talk more about Cubicle 7 including Warhammer 40,000: Wrath and Glory, Warhammer: Age of Sigmar, and more! In the news, gameplay reveal from Baldur’s Gate III, new Unearthed Arcana, Paizo has a new retailer program, and more! Plus Our Favorite Game in All the World and a brand new sketch about trying to find the right curse.

The Secret Cabal Express 57: Replayability with Honorary Founder Dan King The Game Boy Geek

In episode 57, Jamie, Steve and Don welcome longtime friend and Honorary Founder, Dan King, The Game Boy Geek. Dan starts out by giving Jamie some recommendations for great casual games to take back to his family and then we talk about Dan's currently running Kickstarter to fun his YouTube review channel. Then the gang goes deep into a discussion about replayability and lists some games that they feel are extremely replayable.

The D6 Generation Pip Episode 37: D&D Tyranny of Dragons Finale Approach

Russ discusses how he set up and ran the finale of his long-running Dungeons and Dragons campaign: Tyranny of Dragons.

Tabletop Talk Episode 63: Leveticus: Malifaux Deep Dive with Josh Antoline and Owen Beste

Join Craig as his guests (Josh Antoline and Owen Beste) explain how Outcast Leveticus and the Amalgam crew work in Malifaux 3rd Edition. They discuss how to run the crew successfully, what strats and schemes they excel in and even how to counter them.

 

Tuesday. The work week's underway. And yesterday, I started working out again after having stopped in mid-December (hey, better late than never to start New Year's resolutions, right?). Of course, my body is like, "What hell was that!?!" Anyway, as I work on having some bananas for potassium, let's get you some podcasts to speed up the week.

Today on the dial we have: Morrus' Unofficial Tabletop RPG Talk Episode 88 SolSpace: The Spartan Gambit; The Secret Cabal Episode 201: Chronicles of Crime, Dinogenics and The Effect of Complexity on Your Fun; 40K Radio Episode 48: The New Trio; The D6 Generation Pip Episode 36: 3 Army Star Wars Legion Mega Battle @ Captain Con 2020; Tabletop Talk Episode 62: Why Ray (and you) Should be Playing Starbreach by Slow Death Games; Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 192: Atlantis Rising, Stellar, The Shining, Brainwaves, Stampede; and Game Classy Episode 205: Can Warmachine be saved?

Morrus' Unofficial Tabletop RPG Talk Episode 88 SolSpace: The Spartan Gambit

This week, Morrus and Peter talk about the upcoming EN Publishing Kickstarter for SolSpace: The Spartan Gambit! In the news, most popular Dungeons & Dragons feats according to D&D Beyond, the announcement of a trailer for a preview for Baldur’s Gate III, Fantasy Flight ending their RPG development, Kickstarter votes to unionize, and more! Plus a brand new sketch about NPC names.

Note: Due to technical issues, the audio quality of this week’s episode is lower than our normal standards. The issue should be resolved by next week.

The Secret Cabal Episode 201: Chronicles of Crime, Dinogenics and The Effect of Complexity on Your Fun

Hey Now Cabalists! In episode 201 the gang gets back to basics after our raucous 200th episode celebration. Today we talk about all sorts of great games including Empires of the Void 2, Barrage, Sorcerer City, Underwater Cities, Bunny Kingdom, Backgammon, Celestia, Blood Rage and Caylus 1303. Then Don, Steve and Jamie throw a feature review of Chronicles of Crime from Lucky Duck Games at you, followed up by a look back at DinoGenics from Ninth Haven Games. Then after Tony T's legendary news segment featuring many off the rails conversations, the guys discuss the effect of complexity on your fun when playing board games.

40K Radio Episode 48: The New Trio

In this episode we (re)introduce our new 3rd chair Amy Frost! She tells us a little about how she got into the 40K hobby, Adepticon, and we talk about the story developments in The Greater Good.

The D6 Generation Pip Episode 36: 3 Army Star Wars Legion Mega Battle @ Captain Con 2020

We discuss and plan how we will run our giant, 3 army Star Wars Legion mega-battle at Captain Con 2020 while in the car to the event!

Tabletop Talk Episode 62: Why Ray (and you) Should be Playing Starbreach by Slow Death Games

Join Ray as his guest Chris (owner of Slow Death Games) explains their newest release, Starbreach!

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 192: Atlantis Rising, Stellar, The Shining, Brainwaves, Stampede

Hang in there, we get to the games once we get pass the discussion on music. You know us, we love our music and when we get the opportunity to share something interesting, we jump on it. The first game is Brainwaves that Marty got to play with his family. This is about helping with your memory and at RDTN, this is needed. The other discussions about the games we got to play demonstrates that point

Atlantis Rising was released by Z-Man games in 2012 and has been re-released by Elf Creek Games with enhanced components and rule improvements. When Atlantis Rising was released, the game was said to be incredible hard and may have not gotten a fair shake. However, over the years, people began to enjoy it and it became one of those “grail” type games where it was hard to find. Elf Creek Games has brought it back and it is a good thing. Such a solid cooperative game and one that if you get a chance, worth giving a shot.

Then there is Stellar that just knocked us for a loop. Two player card game that has strategy all over it. Such a solid game that challenges you to not just go through the motions, you have to pay attention to what is happening. You need to watch your opponents strategy. You must play offensively and defensively. Decisions are tight and if not thought through, it will be a major inconvenience.

Next episode the brown carpet is being rolled out for our Annual Squirrelly Awards.

Game Classy Episode 205: Can Warmachine be saved?

Remember if the headline is a question it is always answered with "No"

 

Tuesday. The work week is well underway. And I've got gaming coming up again this weekend. So, you know I want to get there as fast as possible. Helping out ar gaming podcasts. Let's see what's on the dial today.

We have: Morrus' Unofficial Tabletop RPG Talk Episode 87: Starfinder with Alexa; Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 191: Egizia, Age of Steam, Lawyer Up; Tabletop Talk Episode 61: Malifaux Path to Podium: Breach in the North 4; Polyhedron Collider Episode 79: Paladins of the West Kingdom and the state of the industry; Lords of the Dungeon Episode 36: Altered Carbon and High vs Low Level Campaigns; and The Offline Gamer Episode 45: 2019 Kickstarter Awards.

Morrus' Unofficial Tabletop RPG Talk Episode 87: Starfinder with Alexa

This week, Morrus and Peter take a trip to Absalom Station by way of Amazon and tries out the Starfinder app for Alexa. In the news, Dungeons & Dragons praised in Hasbro shareholders meeting, Wizards of the Coast video game company Archetype Entertainment gains Mass Effect lead writer, new RPG streaming show from DC Comics, and more! Plus a brand new sketch about the troubles taking a vacation in the D&D multiverse.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 191: Egizia, Age of Steam, Lawyer Up

We are starting something new here at RDTN, we are going to do train games in 2020. That is right, you will hear us talk about train games throughout the year. And we are starting out with a classic, Age of Steam. While the mechanics are simple, you really need to plan ahead as you play. Hope to get this on the table again before we forget the rules

When the game Francis Drake was played and we talked about it on the show in Episode 30, people said, if you really liked the progression track, you need to give Egizia a try. Well, we got the new Egizia Shifting Sands from Stronghold Games played and the mechanic of progressing with your pawns and not going backwards was very rewarding. It has been over 160 episodes since we played Francis Drake, just not sure which is best. Maybe we can get it played again and compare the two on a later show.

Be sure to check out the Secret Cabal’s 200th episode where our stinger makes sense.

Tabletop Talk Episode 61: Malifaux Path to Podium: Breach in the North 4

Join Craig as his guests (James Doxey, Emma Newham and Tom Panah) explain how they did so well in the 2019 Breach in the North event. They explain what crews the took, what they faced and the key decisions each match that brought them down the path to the podium.

Polyhedron Collider Episode 79: Paladins of the West Kingdom and the state of the industry

Andy, Jon and Steve return for another dose of tabletop gaming chat. We talk about the newest member of the PHC crew, Andy’s delivery of On Mars and we talk through the latest news, including out top picks for board game IPs we want to see as video games.

We take a good deep look at Paladins of the West Kingdom and then have a good long chat about the current state of the board gaming industry..

Lords of the Dungeon Episode 36: Altered Carbon and High vs Low Level Campaigns

In episode 36, the Lords start out by talking about trying a new game for a few months and discuss the new Altered Carbon RPG raising funds on Kickstarter now. Then the gang takes a question from a listener regarding if magic were real. Then finally the Lords talks about playing in high and low level campaigns and how to make them fun.

The Offline Gamer Episode 45: 2019 Kickstarter Awards

It's that time of the year again, we talk about our usual topics but also bring you our top three Kickstarter games of 2019.

 

We've made it to Tuesday. The work week is well underway. Time to hunker down and finally finish of the first month of the year. Has it taken an eternity for anyone else? To think that 2019 was still less than a month ago seems wild. It seems centuries. Anyway, I'm excited because yesterday I had a hot sauce so good, it transported me to a different part of my life for a moment. I'm going to have more for lunch today. In the meantime, to speed things along to that point, I'm going to listen to some gaming podcasts.

This week on the dial we have: Morrus' Unofficial Tabletop RPG Talk Episode 84: Top 10 Most Anticipated RPGs of 2020 with Shane Stacks; Game Classy Episode 203: We lost the first 15 minutes; Nerdherders Episode 35 (126): Year End Review for 2019; The Secret Cabal Episode 199: Flotilla, Nemesis, Professor Evil and the Citadel of Time and The Death of the Acquisition Disorder; Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 190: Sorcerer City, Masters of Renaissance Lorenzo il Magnifico: The Card Game, Fox in the Forest Duet; and Tabletop Talk Episode 58: Marvel Crisis Protocol: In-Depth Look.

Morrus' Unofficial Tabletop RPG Talk Episode 84: Top 10 Most Anticipated RPGs of 2020 with Shane Stacks

This week, Peter is on holiday in China so Morrus is joined by guest co-host Shane Stacks. In the news, Wildemount most pre-ordered D&D book since the Dungeons & Dragons core rules, Pathfinder 2e get s a new Lead Designer, Dishonored RPG announced, D&D movie news, and more! Plus a sketch about a GM who wants to try something new…

Game Classy Episode 203: We lost the first 15 minutes

Joe's sick, the cast got lost, The power went out ...can anything else go wrong?

Nerdherders Episode 35 (126): Year End Review for 2019

More Nerdherders action coming your way! The boys discuss their favorite things from pop culture and hobbies for the year that was. Favorite movies, TV shows, books, games and more!

The Secret Cabal Episode 199: Flotilla, Nemesis, Professor Evil and the Citadel of Time and The Death of the Acquisition Disorder

The Founders are back for a another game packed episode starting out with Chris and his grasshopper taco and a bunch of games we've been playing including; Taverns of Tiefenthal, Wavelength, Cryptid, Blitzkrieg!, The Grizzled, Crystal Palace, Caverna: The Cave Farmers and Dream Phone. Then after we review Flotilla and look back at Nemesis and Professor Eveil, Tony T, as always, gives us the greatest tabletop gaming news in the entire world of gaming while the rest of us quack in the background. Then we wrap up the episode with discussion about the state of the industry, the state of came consumers and ask the question, is the Acquisition Disorder a thing of the past.

Rolling Dice & Taking Names Episode 190: Sorcerer City, Masters of Renaissance Lorenzo il Magnifico: The Card Game, Fox in the Forest Duet

If you have been listening to the show for some time, and the survey says about 50% of you have been, then you know the admiration we have for the game Lorenzo il Magnifico. When we got Masters of Renaissance Lorenzo il Magnifico: The Card Game, we were concerned that they took the game we loved and over simplified it with cards. We are very happy that we were wrong. This game is simple to play, simple to learn, but lots of fun and full of strategy.

Then came a game called Sorcerer City in our weekly play. Not being a big fan of racing the clock and playing Tetris with tiles, was pleasantly surprised with this game. So surprised, Sorcerer City ended up on the table again the following week. Hope you get the opportunity to play this game, the pressure of the timer makes it fun, but then your decisions after it is over will determine how well you do in the game.

Tabletop Talk Episode 58: Marvel Crisis Protocol: In-Depth Look

Join Ray and his guests from 3 Men and a War Game as they discuss everything MCP. They talk about what they love and what they don't love about the game. They share their hopes for the future and give their wish list for future releases.
**Note: This episode has adult language and may not be suitable for younger audiences**