NVG Podcast

**Spoilers Ahead** In this episode, we talk about the many firsts that the great Final Fantasy 10 brought to the franchise. We also talk about the wonderful and confusing story and the new twist on the turn-based battle system. If you want to tell us about your experience with Final Fantasy 10 or maybe we got something wrong, email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com http://www.digitallydownloaded.net/2015/06/understanding-final-fantasy-x-its-three.html https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Final_Fantasy_X_characters https://www.ign.com/faqs/2009/final-fantasy-x-character-faqguide-821297 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqD1tSoY3EQ https://www.pcgamer.com/seven-things-i-wish-i-knew-before-starting-final-fantasy-x/ https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Final_Fantasy_X https://strategywiki.org/wiki/Final_Fantasy_X/Kimahri https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Blitzball_(minigame) https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Chocobo_racing_(Final_Fantasy_X) https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Dream_Zanarkand https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Eternal_Calm_(term)

In this episode, I talk to Mr. Christopher B. Shannon about music, video games, and his first time playing through Final Fantasy 7. Any suggestions for the show? Corrections? Email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com Free Nationals Album: https://open.spotify.com/album/53oqFs4q8sfqH6IPiyleEN?si=9wHX6XQXQuyZbGbv0kxBIQ Yung Bae Discography: https://open.spotify.com/artist/30FDJPN3RtwJZ20g5YGCRX?si=7ik72eJTTGeAoD9mMz51tg Chris on Instagram and Twitter @mrshannon360 Wil on Twitter @FynrirBane David on Twitter @NVGDave

**SPOILERS AHEAD** In this episode, we talk all about the newest Star Wars tv show, The Mandalorian!! We delve deep into this samurai western show following a Mandalorian named Mando. Any suggestions for the podcast? Corrections? Email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/mandalorian-what-know-before-star-wars-show-1253259 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mandalorian https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Mandalorian https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Mand%27alor https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2442289/?ref_=tt_cl_t2

Welcome back to Genre Explorations! In this episode, we talk about the westerns genre! We talk about how many things borrow from westerns tropes and everything we love about westerns. Any suggestions for the podcast? Corrections? Email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/TheWestern https://www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2013/07/how-the-western-was-lost-and-why-it-matters/278057/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_(genre) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wAMwmfkZ6_8 https://www.masterclass.com/articles/what-is-a-western-novel-definition-of-the-western-genre-and-tips-for-writing-a-great-western-book#what-makes-westerns-different-from-other-genres https://lewtonbus.net/editorials/westerns-101-the-essentials/ https://www.standoutbooks.com/3-golden-rules-writing-western/ http://sunnycv.com/steve/filmnotes/western-narrative.html https://www.discovermagazine.com/technology/6-story-arcs-define-western-literature-data-mining-study-reveals https://www.britannica.com/art/western https://forums.tcm.com/topic/53785-favorite-western-movie-cliches/ https://www.amc.com/talk/2009/12/and-the-hero-ri https://www.vox.com/videos/2019/9/20/20873971/rocks-western-movie-cliche-monument-valley https://watchmojo.com/suggest/Top+10+Western+Movie+Cliche%27s http://theminiaturespage.com/boards/msg.mv?id=155173

*Spoilers Ahead* In this episode, we talk about another great, Final Fantasy 9!! We talk about the story, the very unique characters, and the gameplay. If you want to tell us about your experience with Final Fantasy 9 or maybe we got something wrong, email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Final_Fantasy_IX https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Final_Fantasy_IX https://www.polygon.com/2017/10/11/16460222/final-fantasy-ix-9-war-square https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Tetra_Master_(minigame) http://squarehaven.com/games/PlayStation/Final-Fantasy-IX/guide/characters/zidane.php https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Trance_(Final_Fantasy_IX)

**SPOILERS AHEAD** In this episode, we talk all about the newest Star Wars!! We delve deep into this end of an era and give our opinions on everything Skywalker. Any suggestions for the podcast? Corrections? Email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Dyad_in_the_Force

In this episode, we start a new series called Genre Explorations. For this exploration, we look into the romance genre. We pick apart the good, the bad, and everything in between. Any suggestions for the podcast? Corrections? Email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://www.sparknotes.com/nofear/shakespeare/sonnets/sonnet_116/ https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/LoveTropes https://www.filmsite.org/romancefilms.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Romance_film https://www.buzzfeed.com/jasminnahar/cliches-about-romance-from-tv-shows-and-movies https://www.buzzfeed.com/elliewoodward/lies-tv-and-movies-told-us-about-love?bfsource=relatedauto http://blog.juggernaut.in/5-essentials-of-a-romance-novel/ https://jamigold.com/2012/11/write-romance-get-your-beat-sheet-here/ https://diymfa.com/writing/structure-romance-writing https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/relationships/nurturing-genuine-intimacy-or-into-me-see.html https://theoffice.fandom.com/wiki/Jim-Pam_Relationship

In this episode, we talk about the comfort food of JRPGs. We get into some of the things we like about these tropes and some things we hate. Any suggestions for the podcast? Corrections? Email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=795_Mr7fld0 https://www.reddit.com/r/JRPG/comments/1xqpnv/what_tropes_do_you_see_the_most_often_in_jrpgs/ https://project-apollo.net/text/rpg.html https://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/roman-toileting-did-not-improve-health/3152835.html https://greywateraction.org/history-sewers/

*Spoilers Ahead* In this episode, we talk about another great, Final Fantasy 8!! We talk about the "story", characters, and the battle system that could have used a little more time in the oven. If you want to tell us about your experience with Final Fantasy 8 or maybe we got something wrong, email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Final_Fantasy_VIII https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Characters_of_Final_Fantasy_VIII https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Final_Fantasy_VIII

In this episode, we talk about the long-awaited, much-hyped, Final Fantasy 7 Remake! We try not to speculate for all of about 2 seconds, but how could you not! Any suggestions for the podcast? Corrections? Email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Final_Fantasy_VII_Remake

In this episode, we talk about everything Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII! We talk about the story, characters, gameplay, and how it fits into Final Fantasy VII Compilation. Any suggestions for the podcast? Corrections? Email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crisis_Core:_Final_Fantasy_VII https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Crisis_Core_-Final_Fantasy_VII- https://www.thefinalfantasy.com/ff7-crisis-core/

In this episode, we start talking about the Final Fantasy 7 compilation with Dirge of Cerberus and Advent Children. We get into the gameplay, story, and necessity of Dirge of Cerberus. Then we talk a little about how great the Advent Children movie was! Any suggestions for the podcast? Corrections? Email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com Dirge of Cerberus video by Clemps - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4mAY4Qk5VCQ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dirge_of_Cerberus:_Final_Fantasy_VII https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Dirge_of_Cerberus_-Final_Fantasy_VII- https://thespinoff.co.nz/games/23-07-2018/was-dirge-of-cerberus-an-emo-drenched-misfire-or-dark-masterpiece/

In this episode, we talk about how storytelling can differ in character-driven stories and plot-driven stories. Any suggestions for the podcast? Corrections? Email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com

*Spoilers Ahead* In this episode, we talk about the GOAT Final Fantasy 7!! We talk about the story, the characters, the battle system, and everything that made this game stand out so much to fans!! If you want to tell us about your experience with Final Fantasy 7 or maybe we got something wrong, email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Final_Fantasy_VII https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Final_Fantasy_VII_characters https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Final_Fantasy_VII https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miyamoto_Musashi https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sasaki_Kojir%C5%8D

In this episode, we talk about some interesting design decisions made in video games, tv shows, and movies! Any suggestions for the podcast? Corrections? Email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://whatculture.com/gaming/10-ridiculous-design-decisions-in-video-games?page=4

In this episode, we talk about symbiotic relationships, stories that were wildly different in the second half, stories where the bad guy won, and stories that end in a catch 22! Any suggestions for the podcast? Corrections? Email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, we talk about juggling large casts and different ways movies, tv shows, and video games handle it. Any suggestions for the podcast? Corrections? Email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com

*Spoilers Ahead* In this episode, we talk about Final Fantasy 6!! We talk about the greatness that is Final Fantasy 6's story and character development. We also talk about some of the new regulars that start with this game. If you want to tell us about your experience with Final Fantasy 6 or maybe we got something wrong, email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Final_Fantasy_VI https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Final_Fantasy_VI https://strategywiki.org/wiki/Final_Fantasy_VI/Characters https://kotaku.com/final-fantasy-vi-retrospective-simply-the-best-1792398695

In this episode, we talk about amnesia. We go into the different types and how it is used in media. Any suggestions for the show? Corrections? Email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://www.ifc.com/2012/02/ten-favorite-amnesia-movies

*Spoilers Ahead* In this episode, we talk about Final Fantasy 5!! We talk about the new changes to the jobs system seen in Final Fantasy 3 and then we also talk about the story. We also talk about some the new things it brought to the series. If you want to tell us about your experience with Final Fantasy 5 or maybe we got something wrong, email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Final_Fantasy_V https://kotaku.com/final-fantasy-v-retrospective-wildly-underrated-1790486300 https://www.thefinalfantasy.com/ff5/jobs-classes.html

In this episode, I talk to Mr. Marcus Lamar Scott about his love of video games and anime. Any suggestions for the show? Corrections? Email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, we delve into the subjects of grief, loss, and tragedy. We talk about how these things can be represented in media and how the can be used to tell really intriguing and relatable stories. Any suggestions for the show? Corrections? Email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-truisms-wellness/201702/the-ways-we-grieve https://www.vice.com/en_uk/article/yw55yw/experts-explain-why-you-laugh-when-you-shouldnt https://www.skillsyouneed.com/ps/therapeutic-laughter.html

*Minor Spoilers* In this episode we talk about, the formerly known at Final Fantasy 2, Final Fantasy 4!! We talk about its great story and the new things this game brought to the Final Fantasy series as a whole! If you want to tell us about your experience with Final Fantasy 4, email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Final_Fantasy_IV https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Characters_of_the_Final_Fantasy_IV_series https://kotaku.com/final-fantasy-iv-was-ahead-of-its-time-1785708699

In this episode, we talk about perspective on evil and good and delve into the Dungeons and Dragons alignment chart If you have any questions or want to tell us where you fall on the DnD Alignment Chart, email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://writershelpingwriters.net/2018/08/writing-by-design-part-4-contrast-or-light-versus-dark/ https://www.reddit.com/r/FanTheories/comments/100uuo/the_decepticons_are_the_good_guys_autobots_are/ https://comicsverse.com/good-evil-mcu-alignment/ https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/CharacterAlignment https://writershelpingwriters.net/2018/08/writing-by-design-part-4-contrast-or-light-versus-dark/

In this episode, we talk about the balance between light and dark and everything in-between. We also talk about the symbolism between the two and how sometimes they can blend or switch places. If you have any opinions about the balance between light and dark, email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://symbolism.fandom.com/wiki/Darkness https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/LightDarknessJuxtaposition https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/BalanceBetweenGoodAndEvil https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/myth-the-mind/201805/myths-light-and-dark https://www.npr.org/2012/04/26/151383136/power-dis-play-teams-in-black-draw-more-penalties https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/LightIsNotGood https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/DarkIsNotEvil https://youtu.be/YxgsxaFWWHQ https://youtu.be/WKU0qDpu3AM

*Minor Spoilers* In this episode, we talk about the almighty Final Fantasy 3!! We talk a lot about mechanics and all the first the game brings to the series! If you want to tell us about your experience with Final Fantasy 3, email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Final_Fantasy_III https://kotaku.com/final-fantasy-iii-retrospective-hope-you-like-losing-p-1784147478 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Final_Fantasy_III

In this episode, we discuss the final episode of Game of Thrones in its entirety. This means there will be spoilers! David also gives his take on how he thinks it should have ended! If you want to tell us how you think Game of Thrones should have ended, email us at nvgpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, we talk a lot about the different types of open-world games, how they are done right and how they can be done wrong. If you have any suggestions or just want to share your experiences with open-world games, email us a nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://gamicus.gamepedia.com/Open-world_video_games https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pLrs_C3TbM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56EsfvCUyiw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Mn- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJxbkhFPgb8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56jJpDWSOro https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgFtO1FCSko https://medium.com/@GWBycer/the-repetitive-nature-of-open-world-games-a-study-in-upen-world-design-fcf39fcf106e

In this tiny episode, we talk about the various jobs of video game producers. If you have any more knowledge about video game producers that you would like to share with us, email us a nvgpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, we talk about anthologies, their structure, advantages, disadvantages, and some of our favorite. If you have any suggestions or just want to share your experiences with anthologies, email us a nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/anthology https://www.yourdictionary.com/anthology

In this episode, we talk all about Final Fantasy 2's innovations and downfalls. If you have any suggestions or just want to share your experiences with Final Fantasy 2, email us a nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Final_Fantasy_II https://kotaku.com/final-fantasy-ii-retrospective-the-black-sheep-of-the-1780391149 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Final_Fantasy_II

Beware of spoilers!! In this episode, we talk about everything Avengers: Endgame. We got through the movie scene by scene and discuss their significance and our opinions on the movie.

Check out my podcast! In this episode, we explore even more types of time travel (because there's a lot of them) and more paradoxes associated with them. https://www.learning-mind.com/cassandra-complex/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Time_travel_in_fiction https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Butterfly_effect_in_popular_culture https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Alternate_timeline https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Predestination_paradox http://www.astronomytrek.com/time-travel-the-predestination-paradox-explained/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Butterfly_effect https://www.reddit.com/r/explainlikeimfive/comments/48wb18/eli5_what_is_the_difference_between_chaos_theory/

In this episode, we explore different types of time travel and some of the paradoxes associated with them. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Time_travel_in_fiction http://www.astronomytrek.com/5-bizarre-paradoxes-of-time-travel-explained/ If you have any suggestions or just want to share some other types of time travel with us, email us a nvgpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, we kick off the season of Final Fantasy by talking about Final Fantasy 1 and all of its goodness. If you have any suggestions or just want to share your experiences with Final Fantasy, email us a nvgpodcast@gmail.com https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Square_video_games https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Final_Fantasy_(video_game) uproxx.com

In this episode, we talk about the parts of storytelling that we find important and the process of writing stories. We also read new additions to our stories.

*SPOILER ALERT*In this midweek episode we talk all about Kingdom Hearts 3!!!

We start off the podcast talking about the entitlement of and toxicity from the fans of entertainment (tv, movies, video games). We then read the small story Wil wrote from last week's prompt and a story that was written by David in 6th grade. Next, we get into our strengths and weaknesses when writing and our styles. We close out with the story written by David from last week's prompt.

In this episode, we talk about how stories told in video games differ stories told in movies and tv shows. We also talk about a few of our favorite stories in video games.

In this episode, we start by talking a little about the games we are currently playing. We then get into reality tv and the writers' strike. We then explore the things we like and dislike in stories and some of the directors and writers we are fans of.

In this episode, we talk about spiritual successors, sequels, prequels, and spinoffs. We talk about what makes them good, what makes them bad, and what makes them unneccessary.

!!SPOILER ALERT!! In order to thoroughly explore villains in this podcast we delve into their backstories and the media they are contained in. Here is a list of some the shows and games being spoiled: Jessica Jones, Arrow, Better Call Saul / Breaking Bad, Fear the Walking Dead, The Walking Dead, Game of Thrones, Final Fantasy 7, Last of Us, Bioshock series, and Xenosaga series. All that being said, in this episode we explore what makes a good villain, what a villain is, and examine some of our favorite villains.

!!SPOILERS AHEAD!! At about the 35-minute mark we start to talk a lot about all the Star Wars movies, including the newer ones. In this episode, we talk first a little about some new TV show trailers, the PlayStation Classic, and Nintendo's innovation(Labo and controllers). Then we talk about the PG13 Deadpool movie, practical effects in movies and how the Xmen may be integrated into the already establish MCU(Marvel Cinematic Universe). Then for the remainder of the episode, we talk about all things Star Wars. From the prequels' necessity to our differing opinions on the movies' story density, we try to pick apart the fandom surrounding the series and shed some light on things that may be overlooked by the rampant fanbase through their nostalgia goggles.

This week's episode is a little short, sorry :( We talk a lot about money in the entertainment industry(movies, tv, and videos games) and how it affects the things that come out. We also take a look at how DLC is prices and if it should change. We then take a look a release schedules from some video game franchises. We close out with a little talk on gamer entitlement.

In this episode, we welcome our first guest Erica and talk about the stories and games that influenced our youth. We talk about the Redwall novels, the Spell Singer series, and The Sword of Truth books. Also we talk about Carnage, Spiderman and some of the CW DC tv shows. We close out by talking about my playthrough of God of War (some spoilers, be warned).

In this episode, we explore some of our pet peeves in video games and other media. We look at backtracking, over explaining, tutorials, and announcing the length of games. We also look at some news about remakes and typecasting. We close out with a review of the new God of War and its creator's take on a new Superman game

In this episode, we discuss what makes a good game. We also explore my 6 pillars of a good game, Gameplay, Graphics, Story, Innovation, Genre, and Sound.

In this episode we talk about Nintendo, their innovations, our favorite games, some buzzwords for describing games, and how we feel about them

In this introductory episode, we discuss Nostalgia and its effects on the entertainment industry and video games.