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The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is all about the amazing options the Genesys Role Playing Game (RPG) presents. It aims to help both Game Masters and Players build custom content and new material that will allow everyone at the gaming table to create the


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    EPISODE 27 - Gear of Awe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2022 164:07


    GMs Chris and Hooly return to discuss the final chapter of their series on creating Gear for your campaign or Foundry Setting with a look at Gear and Attachments. They also have an indepth discussion with co-creator of "Hell is Full", Kyle Skarp, about his newest Genesys Foundry release. And it wouldn't be a Forge episode without answering your games and rules questions. So grab your flashlight and barbed wire covered bat, as we head into the Zombie filled wilderness on another episode of The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast. CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys Hell is Full (by Kyle Skarp & Scott Zumwalt) REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - PATREON ANNOUNCEMENT 00:00:45 - INTRODUCTION 00:03:34 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:03:46 - Podcast of the Week - Me & Steve Talk RPGs 00:05:06 - News & Announcements 00:13:38 - THE FURNACE: Creating Equipment III (Gear and Attachments) 00:21:40 - GEAR - Step 1 00:22:36 - GEAR - Step 2 00:32:47 - GEAR - Step 3 00:34:55 - GEAR - Step 4 00:42:05 - GEAR - Example 00:48:57 - ATTACHMENTS 01:06:55 - ATTACHMENTS - Step 1 01:07:53 - ATTACHMENTS - Step 2 01:08:55 - ATTACHMENTS - Step 3 01:20:57 - ATTACHMENTS - Step 4 01:23:52 - ATTACHMENTS - Step 5 01:24:22 - ATTACHMENTS - Examples 01:41:05 - BREAKING THE MOULD - Hell is Full (with Kyle Skarp) 02:15:17 - UNDER THE HAMMER 02:15:46 - Q1. A Rare(ity) Question 02:17:17 - Q2. Skills VS Talents 02:21:17 - Q3. Skills Councelling (The Break Up) 02:33:31 - Q4. Magically Resistant 02:39:15 - WRAP UP

    THE FORGE: Fuel for the Foundry - March 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2021 18:02


    A monthly episode series dedicated to the releases from the Genesys Role Playing Game and the Genesys Foundry available from Drive Thru RPG. MARCH 2021 RELEASES Genesys: SUPERS Author: Chris Markham; Released: 03.01.2021 Stones of Solace (Terrinoth Adventure) Author: Ryall Hyatt; Released: 03.01.2021 Systems & Servers Author: Sterling Hershey; Released: 03.04.2021 I Declare! Author: Micah-Shalom Kesselman; Released: 03.06.2021 More Martian Mayhem! Author: Chris Markham; Released: 03.08.2021 Henchmen and Hirelings Author: Chris Markham; Released: 03.21.2021 Terrinoth Map Pack Author: RPG Narco; Released: 03.24.2021 Mechasys Author: Studio 404 Games; Released: 03.25.2021 Boons and Banes Author: Chris Markham; Released: 03.25.2021 Maligned Malcari Author: Chris Markham; Released: 03.29.2021 Inquisition Character Sheets Author: Guillaume Tardif; Released: 03.31.2021 CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - PATREON ANNOUNCEMENT 00:01:27 - INTRODUCTION 00:02:32 - RELEASES - MARCH 2021 00:1541 - WRAP UP 00:18:01 - END

    THE FORGE: Fuel for the Foundry - February 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2021 13:40


    A monthly episode series dedicated to the releases from the Genesys Role Playing Game and the Genesys Foundry available from Drive Thru RPG. FEBRUARY 2021 RELEASES Zanagan Zoology: Part 2 Author: Chris Markham; Released: 05.02.2021 Wealth: A Ruleset for Funds and Commerce in Genesys Author: Jonathan Kruyer; Released: 05.02.2021 Gear & Gadgets Author: Chris Markham; Released: 09.02.2021 The Unseen World: Urban Fantasy Genesys Author: Jonathan Kruyer; Released: 11.02.2021 Secrets of Shenzhou Author: Chris Markham; Released: 23.02.2021 Hooks and Pegs: Genesys Prosthetics Author: Jared Henry; Released: 25.02.2021 Adventures in Alchemy Author: Chris Markham; Released: 27.02.2021 CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - PATREON ANNOUNCEMENT 00:01:28 - INTRODUCTION 00:03:00 - FUEL FOR THE FOUNDRY 00:11:06 - WRAP UP 00:13:40 - END

    THE FORGE: Fuel for the Foundry - January 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2021 17:55


    The first in a monthly episode series dedicated to the releases from the Genesys Role Playing Game from Edge Studio and the Genesys Foundry at Drive Thru RPG. JANUARY 2021 RELEASES The Shadow Shoppe Author: Jerrad Matthew; Released: 01.05.2021) Legendary Locations II Chris Markham01.13.2021) BOOST #5: Weird West Community Content Project01.18.2021) More Than Human Daniel Raeder01.22.2021) Legwork and Larceny Studio 404 Games01.24.2021) A Witch's Desire (Adventure) Cody Leigh01.29.2021 Gatecrashers Blitz! Nightmare Machines Derek Vaughan Brow01.31.2021) CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - PATREON ANNOUNCEMENT 00:01:28 - INTRODUCTION 00:04:46 - FUEL FOR THE FOUNDRY 00:15:14 - WRAP UP 00:17:56 - END

    EPISODE 26 - The Armor of Spotting

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2021 203:31


    In an absolute cracker of an episode, we take a look at creating equipment for your campaign or Foundry product with an in-depth discussion on armor. We also be opening up the dice bag in Die Casting as we explore some perceived difference between two closely related skills namely Perception and Vigilance. And lastly we'll sift through the mailbag to answer some of your games and rules questions in Under the Hammer. So strap on your Mithril plate-mail of awesomeness, eyes at the ready, and follow GMs Chris and Hooly as they take you on another hearty adventure on The Forge. CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - PATREON ANNOUNCEMENT 00:01:28 - INTRODUCTION 00:04:27 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:04:40 - Podcast of the Week - The Story Told Podcast 00:07:46 - News & Announcements 00:13:08 - THE FURNACE: Creating Equipment (Part 2) 01:44:30 - DIE CASTING: Skills - Perception VS Vigilance 02:38:36 - UNDER THE HAMMER 02:39:05 - Q1. "Prepare" to be Amazed! 02:52:20 - Q2. Get Motivated 03:05:24 - Q3. Getting the Most Out of Your Wielder 03:19:53 - WRAP UP 03:23:31 - END

    EPISODE 25 - Build-A-Bazooka

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021 173:31


    THE BOYS ARE BACK! In this, the first episode of 2021, as GMs Chris and Hooly bring back The Forge love by taking an intensive look at creating unique weapons for your campaign or Foundry Product in The Furnace. Not to be outdone, they chat with "Children of Aten" developer Jared Henry, about his unique steampunk, planar jumping setting in Breaking the Mould.  And finally they make their big finish by answering several games and rules questions in Under the Hammer. So strap on those rifles and keep your finger on the trigger, as the boys lock and load for Season 2 of The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast!  CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - PATREON ANNOUNCEMENT 00:02:25 - INTRODUCTION 00:07:46 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:08:00 - Podcast of the Week - Me & Steve Talk RPGs 00:11:20 - News & Announcements 00:22:33 - THE FURNACE: Creating Equipment (Part 1) 01:59:29 - BREAKING THE MOULD: Children of Aten (with Jared Henry) 02:21:18 - UNDER THE HAMMER 02:21:46 - Q1. Getting Magic Right! 02:33:00 - Q2. Shaky-Spear in the Park 02:40:38 - Q3. How to Train Your Villagers 02:48:42 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 24 - The 2020 Forge Awards

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2020 192:13


    We're back and with a brand new episode! Tonight, on The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast, we celebrate everything about the Genesys Role Playing Game and the Genesys Foundry especially the products and their authors as we present the first ever Forge Awards! Listen in as we present the awards for Best Adventure, Best Setting, Best General Supplement, Best Layout & Design, and the big one, Product of the Year 2020. We continue the celebration as we talk to the winners about their aspirations, motivations, and what is next for them on The Foundry. Due to our lengthy delay, we also take a trip back into The Furnace as we examine Intellect based archetypes. We even take to the time to answer some games and rules questions. So, break out the champagne, dear listeners, roll out the red carpet, and suit up in those tuxedos and fabulous dresses as we celebrate tonight with GM Hooly and GM Chris on The Forge. CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - PATREON THANKS 00:00:49 - INTRODUCTION 00:06:21 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:06:33 - Podcast of the Week - Me and Steve Talk RPGs 00:08:34 - News & Announcements 00:17:31 - THE 2020 FORGE AWARDS 00:24:48 - Award: Best Adventure 00:28:56 - Award: Best Setting 00:34:37 - Award: Best General Supplement 00:42:15 - Award: Best Layout & Design 00:48:16 - Award: Product of the Year 2020 00:53:56 - Red Carpet After-Party 01:43:02 - THE FURNACE: Archetypes (Intellect) 02:53:26 - UNDER THE HAMMER 02:54:13 - Q1. Previously on the Walking Dead? 03:04:56 - Q2. What's Your Poison? 03:07:38 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 23 - Adversarial Advice

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 250:49


    When the chips are down and your party is in the thick of it, foes abound in your games. Whether your party is facing off against enemies, villains, thugs, ne'er-do-wells, hardened criminal, misfits, or pariahs - the nature of Adversaries in the Genesys RPG is a universal constant that gamemasters must manage and player characters must tackle. But how do you ensure the adversaries in your encounters balance to that of your party? How do you craft adversaries using all the best tenets of the Genesys System and good game design? To tackle this adversarial question, we welcome back a legend to the show: the amazing Keith Kappel. With Keith's help, we plough headlong into the process of NPC and Adversary creation in Genesys - with a special focus on the Power Levels introduced in the Expanded Players Guide. From start-to-finish, this in-depth discussion lays out the best ways to not only create easy and balanced NPCs - but using Power Levels to ensure your NPCs are balanced to the encounter and the party they are up against! So prepare to twirl your moustaches, Gamer Nation, make your villainous speeches, and reveal all of your secret plans to the heroes nearing certain death trapped in your machine of doom - as GM Chris, GM Hooly, and Keith Kappel offer you some Adversarial Advice on The Forge. CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - PATREON ANNOUNCEMENT 00:00:49 - INTRODUCTION 00:09:05 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:09:18 - Podcast of the Week - Shared Sagas Podcast 00:10:40 - News & Announcements 00:23:22 - THE FURNACE: NPC Creation 00:28:41 - The Basics: NPC Creation 01:09:15 - The Basics: Power Levels 01:23:33 - Step 0: Concept 01:27:50 - Step 1: Choose Adversary Type 01:45:22 - Step 2: Assign Characteristics 01:54:15 - Step 3: Soak, Defence, WT & ST 02:32:14 - Step 4: Skill Selection 02:51:45 - Step 5: Talents and Special Abilities 03:17:50 - Step 6: Equipment 03:33:36 - Finishing Touches 03:37:32 - Using Power Levels in Your Game 03:52:12 - UNDER THE HAMMER 03:52:44 - Q1. Vehicles - The Rubber Band Game 03:58:27 - Q2. Magic: Spell Maintenance 04:07:09 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 22 - Starting Your Engines #4: The Chase is On!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2020 160:56


    When it comes to action in the Genesys RPG, nothing beats the exhilaration of a chase through city streets, dungeons, or a rocky canyon at breakneck speeds. In this episode the hosts tackle everything there is to know about how to run a chase, how to use them in your game, and how to present them in your next product. We also catch up with the RPG Narco himself, Roy Altman, to discuss the Genesys Expanded Critical Tables in a return to Breaking the Mould. We also answer some games and rules questions in Under the Hammer and give you a rundown on the latest releases from The Genesys Foundry in Stoking the Fire.   So, buckle up dear listeners and grab your Ray Ban Sunglasses as GM Chris and GM Hooly ride the slipstreams and into the "Danger Zone" as they shoot off at Mach speed towards another exciting episode of The Forge! CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - PATREON RECOGNITION 00:00:20 - INTRODUCTION 00:07:50 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:08:03 - Podcast of the Week - The Story Told Podcast 00:09:34 - News & Announcements 00:24:08 - THE FURNACE: Genesys Vehicle (Part 4) 01:46:08 - BREAKING THE MOULD: Genesys Expanded Critical Tables (with Roy "RPG Narco" Altman) 02:09:20 - UNDER THE HAMMER 02:09:48 - Q1 - You're Kidding Me 02:24:43 - Q2 - Not Your Everyday Familiar 02:35:16 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 21 - Double, Double, Toil, and Trouble!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2020 195:46


    Double, double, toil, and trouble! The fire burns and The Furnace bubbles as the hosts don their witch's capes and look at the Alchemy skill! Due to popular demand, GM Eric, the good witch of the south, pops in to talk about careers in the Eberron underworld using the Genesys RPG in Eberron: Reforged. And not to be outwitted, the boys grab some Eye of Newt and mix it with a Unicorn's Tear as they answer some curly listener questions in Under the Hammer. So, Gamer Nation, make sure your alchemist's kit is fully stocked with your supply of potions bottles at the ready, as GM Chris and GM Hooly offer you some Audio Tonic Fun on The Forge. CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 0:00:00 - INTRODUCTION 0:06:04 - SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: The Forge Awards 0:12:28 - STOKING THE FIRE 0:12:42 - Podcast of the Week - What Comes After 0:13:31 - News & Announcements 0:35:22 - DIE CASTING: Skills - Alchemy 2:19:22 - EBERRON: REFORGED #2 2:46:21 - UNDER THE HAMMER 2:46:58 - Q1 - Aiming to Please 3:03:53 - Q2 - Rolling It All into One 3:12:37 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 20 - Starting Your Engines #3: Ramming Speed!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 137:12


    In this the 20th episode of The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast, in "The Furnace" we pop the hood as we once again discuss critical elements of Vehicle Combat with a look at Collisions and Critical Hits. The GMs discussion how to best use these optional rules in your game, offering advice and ideas on best practice, new talents, and a whole lot more. The boys then speak to the man himself, GM Eric Strimple, host and GM of the Eberron: Renewed podcast with a brand-new segment taking a look at the conversion of the Eberron Setting into the Genesys Role Playing Game in "Eberron: Reforged". And lastly, as always, we answer your games and rules questions in "Under the Hammer". So grab your safety gear Gamer Nation, your flame-retardent suit, and buckle up, as GM Chris and GM Hooly take you on a wild ride to the edge of oblivion - or at least the local Walmart carpark - as they take you for a ride on The Forge. CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - PATREON ANNOUNCEMENT 00:00:17 - INTRODUCTION 00:07:40 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:07:52 - Podcast of the Week - Eberron Renewed 00:09:24 - News & Announcements 00:31:12 - THE FURNACE: Genesys Vehicles (Part 3) 01:07:30 - EBERRON: REFORGED #1 01:49:35 - UNDER THE HAMMER 01:50:05 - Q1. The Strain of It All 02:01:58 - Q2. Forged Signature Spell 02:12:23 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 19 - Demystifying the Mystical 6: Genesys and the Goblet of Triumph

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2020 250:08


    In this much anticipated, record breaking, and epically long episode of The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast, we dust off some old boxes in the attic with our final look at MAGIC, as we explore the rules behind Magical Implements in the Genesys RPG and how to create them. We even build several implements LIVE on the show to show how easy it is, using our Post-Apocalyptic setting and its Mutations rules. After we take a detour as we examine wands in GM Chris' Harry Potter setting, we speak with Jerrad Matthew, creator of the hottest title on the Genesys Foundry right now, with an in-depth discussion about SALVAGE: A Genesys Sci-Fi Junkpunk Setting in Breaking the Mould. Lastly, we grab our cloak and dagger, and stick to the shadows, in Die Casting as we explore the Stealth skill, along with answering your games and rules questions. So, lock your doors, and get comfortable with GM Chris and GM Hooly, as they take you on a journey to The Forge. CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - PATREON ANNOUNCEMENT 00:00:17 - INTRODUCTION 00:03:47 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:03:59 - Podcast of the Week - Shared Sagas 00:06:29 - News & Announcements 00:26:04 - DIE CASTING: Skills - Stealth 01:26:42 - THE FURNACE: Genesys Magic (Part 6) 03:14:51 - BREAKING THE MOULD: Salvage (with Jerrad Matthew) 03:45:03 - UNDER THE HAMMER 03:45:35 - Q1. You Strike with What? 03:54:18 - Q2. Critical Confusion 03:59:31 - Q3. Skills for the Trees 04:06:13 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 18 - Talents Also Grow on Trees

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2020 212:59


    This episode we welcome back special guest, lead developer on the Genesys Expanded Players Guide, Sam Gregor-Stewart, as we ready the potting mix to help nurture and grow a discussion on the creation of Specialization Trees including how you can introduce them into your Genesys games. In Die Casting we make good on a listener request to explore Heroic Abilities from Realms of Terrinoth, while in Breaking the Mould we speak with Caleb Smith about his offering on the Foundry, The Survivalist's Guide to Survival. Plus, we answer your games and rules questions in Under the Hammer. So, don your garden clothes, grab your shovel, and get the wheelbarrow from the shed, as GM Chris and GM Hooly show you how to tend to your garden of Specialization Trees on The Forge Podcast! CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - PATREON ANNOUNCEMENT 00:00:17 - INTRODUCTION 00:04:51 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:05:03 - Podcast of the Week - Don't Despair 00:06:29 - News & Announcements 00:16:22 - DIE CASTING: Heroic Abilities 00:59:38 - THE FURNACE: Specialization Trees 01:03:23 - Part 1: Why Use Specializations? 01:12:35 - Part 2: Career Specs VS Role Specs 01:19:45 - Part 3: How Many Specs Do You Need? 01:22:31 - Part 4: Trees Within Trees 01:25:18 - Part 5: How to Create a Spec Tree 01:49:24 - Part 6: Creating Pathways 02:01:58 - Part 7: Making an Example Tree - The Druid 02:35:02 - BREAKING THE MOULD: Survivalists Guide to Survival (Caleb Smith) 02:57:45 - UNDER THE HAMMER 02:58:13 - Errata: Vicious Feedback 03:03:04 - Q1. The Act of Driving Dangerously 03:11:20 - Q2. Language Barriers 03:20:10 - Q3. Can I Use All the Magics? 03:28:08 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 17 - Starting Your Engines #2: Cruise Control

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2020 196:00


    This episode we continue our in-depth look under the hood as we examine more of the vehicle rules in the Genesys Role Playing Game. We explore the basics of vehicle combat including a discussion on the Zone Rules from the team who brought you The Dice Pool Podcast plus we add to our Post-Apocalyptic setting with an example of vehicle combat. In Die Casting we prepare our orders as we explore the Leadership skill, while in Breaking the Mould, we interview Chris Witt of Silhouette Studios with a special guest host to discuss The Familiar setting. We even make some time to answer your games and rules questions in Under the Hammer. So, join us as we strap our goggles on and look through the haze of rules as we explore the Genesys Role Playing Game with GM Chris and GM Hooly on The Forge! CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - PATREON ANNOUNCEMENT 00:00:17 - INTRODUCTION 00:06:38 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:06:50 - Podcast of the Week: What Comes After Podcast 00:08:32 - News & Announcements 00:15:50 - DIE CASTING: Skills - Leadership 00:51:35 - THE FURNACE: Genesys Vehicles (Part 2) 02:33:15 - BREAKING THE MOULD: Familiar (with Chris Witt) 02:56:55 - UNDER THE HAMMER 02:57:48 - Q1. Operator? 03:03:37 - Q2. That Species Just Don't Add Up 03:12:16 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 16 - De-mystifying the Mystical 5: A Good Day to Magic Hard

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2020 178:53


    This week we continue our journey through the Genesys Role Playing Game's Magic system. We'll look at Step 5 of our re-skinning process where we detail a multitude of talents for our post-Apocalyptic setting. Plus, we explore Step 6 where we'll define the penalties for using mutagenic powers and determine how to spend Threat and Despair results. We also tackle a listener question as we take a deep dive into the Shapeshifter duo of talents in Die Casting, talk to Seth Rattan about his exciting product, the Gamemaster's Eclectic Toolkit in Breaking the Mould, and answer your games and rules questions in Under the Hammer. So, join us as we take a transformative look at the Genesys Role Playing Game with GM Chris and GM Hooly on The Forge! CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - INTRODUCTION 00:03:27 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:03:39 - Podcast of the Week - The Story Told Podcast 00:05:18 - News & Announcements 00:22:30 - DIE CASTING: Talents: Shapeshifter 01:04:11 - THE FURNACE: Genesys Magic (Part 5) 02:06:29 - BREAKING THE MOULD: Gamemaster's Eclectic Toolbox (with Seth F Rattan) 02:31:39 - UNDER THE HAMMER 02:31:59 - Q1: Integrating Personal Stories 02:40:47 - Q2: Ready that Action! 02:48:00 - Q3: Natural Balance 02:55:03 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 15 - Starting Your Engines #1: The First Avengine

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2020 219:47


    This week we ask you to slap on your L-Plates and allow us to take you on a driving lesson as we explore the Genesys Vehicle Rules with you on the show. We start with a look at the control skills for vehicle use in Die Casting, before hitting the highway with an in-depth look at the vehicle rules in The Furnace. We also speak with Beth Foote and Phil Maiewski of 404 Games to talk about Starcana: The Silver Files, the latest release from their studio, give you a run-down on the latest from the Foundry, and answer your games and rules questions. So, release the handbrake, rev that engine, and put your pedal to the metal, as GM Chris and GM Hooly activate the 'nos' as they burn rubber on the racetrack on The Forge Podcast. CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - INTRODUCTION 00:03:07 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:03:16 - Podcast of the Week - Guardians of the Whills 00:05:41 - News & Announcements 00:25:35 - DIE CASTING: Skills - Vehicle Control Skills 01:17:15 - THE FURNACE: Genesys Vehicles (Part 1) 02:55:29 - BREAKING THE MOULD: Starcana: The Silver Files (with Phil and Beth from 404 Games) 03:22:04 - UNDER THE HAMMER 03:22:43 - Q1: Look! Yet Another Full House! 03:25:36 - Q2: Social Recovery 03:30:53 - Q3: Pre-Freeze Magic 03:34:40 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 14 - De-mystifying the Mystical 4: So Long and Thanks for All the Mutations

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2020 193:37


    After a short hiatus we're back with a brand-new episode. This week we delve deeper into re-skinning the Genesys Magic rules using our Post-Apocalyptic Setting. We dissect, explain, and explore each of the six brand new Mutation Powers, and so much more. We also look at the plethora of releases from the Genesys Foundry, break into the Skulduggery skill, and speak with the author of Terrinoth Taverns, Chris Markham, about his amazing product. So, listeners, grab your magic staff and your lockpick set, and join GM Chris and GM Hooly as they venture into the thermonuclear wastelands of the Genesys Role Playing Game on The Forge Podcast. CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - INTRODUCTION 00:08:01 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:08:12 - Podcast of the Week - Ebberon Renewed 00:09:19 - News & Announcements 00:20:13 - DIE CASTING: Skills: Skulduggery 00:47:07 - THE FURNACE: Genesys Magic (Part 4) 02:08:44 - BREAKING THE MOULD: Terrinoth Taverns (with Chris Markham) 02:30:31 - UNDER THE HAMMER 02:31:18 - Q1: Implement Missteps 02:42:26 - Q2: Bucket-O-Setback 02:54:55 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 13 - Expanded Players Guide Review and Q&A

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2020 180:55


    The latest book in the Genesys RPG line from Fantasy Flight Games has arrived - THE EXPANDED PLAYERS GUIDE. And who better to bring onto the show to talk about the book than none other than Sam Gregor-Stewart, lead developer on the project, and freelancer Keith Kappel who also worked on key segments of the book. In this massive 3 hour episode, we break down the book with the guys offering their take on the book along with answering many, many questions about its contents. So if you were on the fence about this great product, listen in and get the low down on this glorious tome. So listeners, grab your speedos, towel, and snorkel and get ready for a big splash as GMs Chris and Hooly take you on a deep dive into the Genesys Expanded Players Guide. CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - INTRODUCTION 00:03:54 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:04:08 - Podcast of the Week - The Story Told Podcast 00:04:52 - News & Announcements 00:17:19 - THE FURNACE: The Expanded Players Guide 00:38:40 - Part 1 - New Settings 01:17:08 - Part 2 - Expanded Rules Creation 02:13:01 - Part 3 - Expanded Alternate Rules 02:56:21 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 12 - De-mystifying the Mystical 3: Beyond Thunderdome

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2020 179:58


    In the first show for 2020, GMs Chris and Hooly take a long look at magic in their continuing series on Magic in Genesys. This episode they explore the first part of a discussion on re-skinning magic for a unique setting. They also explore the use of the Signature Spell talents along with its improved version, even going so far as to explore2 new talents that supplement Signature Spell. They also interview Joshua Taylor about his Critical Elements supplement, available right now on the Genesys Foundry, as well as answering your games and rules questions. Can you survive this episode as the GMs take you beyond barter town? Two men enter, one system leaves, this week on The Forge. CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT 00:03:08 - INTRODUCTION 00:08:01 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:08:12 - Podcast of the Week - Ebberon Renewed 00:09:19 - News & Announcements 00:20:13 - DIE CASTING: Talents -  Signature Spell 00:47:07 - THE FURNACE: Genesys Magic (Part 3) 02:08:44 - BREAKING THE MOULD: Critical Elements (with Joshua Taylor) 02:30:31 - UNDER THE HAMMER 02:31:18 - Q1: ICE, ICE, Baby 02:42:26 - Q2: You've Lost That Lovin' Healings 02:54:55 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 11 - The Fast and the Pharmaceutical

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2019 162:31


    Fast and ever-in-motion, high-Agility species represent some common and classic archetype concepts. In our final show of the year we take a long look at how to create Agility based archetypes and create two unique archetypes/species for your game. We also chat with Brett Bowen of Studio 404 Games about their Setting Notebook available right now on the Genesys Foundry. We perform some exploratory surgery on the Medicine skill along with answering your games and rules question. So grab your medicine bag and slip on your running shoes as GM Hooly and GM Chris explore everything Genesys on The Forge! CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - INTRODUCTION 00:03:39 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:03:46 - Podcast of the Week: Miskatonic University Podcast 00:03:51 - News & Announcements 00:14:25 - DIE CASTING: Skills - Medicine 00:57:32 - THE FURNACE: Archetypes (Agility) 01:50:44 - BREAKING THE MOULD: Setting Notebook (with Brett Bowen) 02:21:36 - UNDER THE HAMMER 02:21:53 - Q1 - Templar or Not to Templar 02:30:07 - Q2 - What Happens When? 02:37:18 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 10 - De-mystifying the Mystical 2: Electric Boogaloo

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2019 173:42


    This week on The Forge we continue our in-depth look at Magic in the Genesys Role Playing Game as we examine the many things not discussed in Episode 8 including Careers, Strain costs, and the use of Advantages, Triumphs, Threats and Despairs. We even add three more Magic Rules of Thumb to our existing list from Episode 8. We also explore the use of the Negotiation skill in Die Casting, chat with David Morris, creator of Monstrum Encyclopedia in Breaking the Mould, and answer several games and rules questions from our Patreons and listeners on Under the Hammer. So ready those wands. And grab your spell components as GM Hooly and GM Chris open their big book of spells on The Forge! CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - INTRODUCTION 00:03:14 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:03:26 - Podcast of the Week - Guardians of the Whills Podcast 00:04:58 - News & Announcements 00:26:00 - DIE CASTING - Skills: Negotiation 01:16:59 - THE FURNACE - Genesys Magic (Part 2) 01:57:35 - BREAKING THE MOULD - Monstrum Compendium (with David Morris) 02:16:31 - UNDER THE HAMMER 02:17:07 - Q1 - A Social Setting 02:27:27 - Q2 - More Machine than...person? 02:39:54 - Q3 - Conversion Conundrum 02:45:32 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 9 - Cunning Conundrums

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2019 141:53


    This week we continue our series on Archetypes with a look at the clever, the observant, and perhaps conniving as we make a Perception check to find those species with a high Cunning attribute. We even create a couple of unusual archetypes that still fit this archetype concept. In Die Casting we look at two commonly mistaken skills - Athletics and Coordination. We chat with Christopher Ruthenbeck about his Archetypal Species supplement and answer several listener questions in Under the Hammer. Additionally, we make a special announcement about the Podcast that you are going to want to hear. So, dust off your elven cloaks, break out your survival gear, and ready your shadow suit as GM Hooly and GM Chris examine a cunning conundrum on The Forge. CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - INTRODUCTION 00:01:54 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:02:08 - Podcast of the Week - Order 66 Podcast 00:03:03 - News & Announcements 00:07:14 - Gamer Nation Con 2019  00:11:23 - Patreon Announcement 00:17:28 - DIE CASTING: Skills - Athletics and Coordination 00:43:10 - New Talents 00:46:26 - THE FURNACE: Archetypes (Cunning) 01:06:16 - The Kitsune (GM Hooly) 01:16:46 - The Shadow-Kin (GM Chris) 01:27:19 - BREAKING THE MOULD: Archetypal Species (with Christopher Ruthenback) 01:59:58 - UNDER THE HAMMER 02:00:35 - Q1 - Copy/Paste Setting 02:06:06 - Q2 - Another Level 02:12:04 - Q3 - Forgotten Knowledges 02:16:27 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 8 - De-mystifying the Mystical

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2019 204:21


    The topic that is at the top of our most asked about list is magic. The how's, the why's, and the why-nots. We here at the podcast have heard the call, and this episode, we set about starting our response to your questions by breaking down magic into its simplest forms. From explaining the best way to inform new players how magic works, to creating new spell actions, and everything in between. Not to be outdone, on Die Casting we answer a burning question about the Basic Military Training talent and how to make your own talents using this as a template. In Breaking the Mould, we speak with the author of the Inquisition setting, Guillaume Tardif, about the setting and how it all works. And we also make some time to answer a couple of listener questions about running the net and creating a mage-punk setting. So, have your spell book at the ready, as GM Hooly and GM Chris de-mystify the mystical on The Forge. CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - INTRODUCTION 00:02:24 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:02:52 - Podcast of the Week - Shared Sagas Podcast 00:04:07 - News & Announcements 00:10:37 - DIE CASTING - Talent: Basic Military Training  00:35:16 - THE FURNACE - Genesys Magic (Part 1) 02:05:34 - New Spell: Telekinesis 02:23:03 - BREAKING THE MOULD - Inquisition (with Guillaume Tardif) 03:02:52 - UNDER THE HAMMER 03:03:14 - Q1 - Net Actions Blues 03:10:57 - Q2 - Magepunk Setting Quandary 03:20:55 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 7 - The Wise and the Wilful

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2019 167:31


    In this week's episode we continue our series examining the various Archetypes in the Genesys Role Playing Game, this time with a focus on Willpower. Whether it be the wise, the quick, or the downright scary, GMs Chris and Hooly step you through the creation process by delving into the ways and means of the Willpower based characters. They even break down the math on two of their own creations, the God Touched and the Treant Sapling, with an in-depth discussion on their builds. We also talk to the amazing Sterling Hershey about his Shadow of the Beanstalk mini-campaign, Power Play. Additionally we unpack the Discipline skill in Die Casting, and answer several of your games and rules questions in Under the Hammer. As a bonus, we make a special announcement about Gamer Nation Con 2020. CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - INTRODUCTION 00:05:29 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:05:41 - Podcast of the Week - The Story Told Podcast 00:06:43 - News & Announcements 00:15:10 - DIE CASTING - Skills: Discipline 01:14:00 - THE FURNACE - Archetypes (Willpower) 02:22:18 - Species: God Touched (GM Chris) 01:19:22 - Species: Treant Sapling (GM Hooly) 01:32:25 - BREAKING THE MOULD - Power Play (with Sterling Hershey) 02:01:43 - UNDER THE HAMMER 02:02:33 - Q1 - Is my supplement TLDNR? 02:17:53 - Q2 - Copy or not to copy? 02:26:00 - Q3 - Setting Mashup 02:37:10 - WRAP UP 02:39:27 - ANNOUNCEMENT: Gamer Nation Con 2020

    EPISODE 6 - Laying It All Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2019 192:16


    With an ever-increasing library of products available on the Foundry, have you ever stopped to consider what you're looking at? Not the words on the page, but the visuals. The art, the paragraphs, the backgrounds, and the appearance of the document? If you have, and it fascinates you, then have we got a show for you, as we get to discuss the ins and outs of layout with the ever-amazing Katrina Ostrander. Plus, we take a dive into the talent ‘One With Nature' and how you can use it as a template for other strain recovering talents - and yes we build some on the show. We also talk to John Dunn about his Anthrochimerics offering for the Genesys Foundry, and answer some of your games and rules questions. So, buckle up listeners, as GM Hooly and GM Chris take you for another long ride (or is that drive), into The Forge. CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. CHAPTER NOTES: 00:00:00 - INTRODUCTION 00:03:09 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:03:25 - Podcast of the Week - AGEIS Podcast 00:04:11 - News & Announcements 00:10:13 - DIE CASTING - Talents: One With Nature 00:38:21 - THE FURNACE - Layout with Katrina Ostrander 02:22:18 - BREAKING THE MOULD - Anthrochimerics (with John Dunn) 02:43:50 - UNDER THE HAMMER 02:44:37 - Q1 - Rolling Blanks 02:59:02 - Q2 - Drive It Baby 03:04:54 - Q3 - Soak or Not to Soak 03:07:04 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 5 - Harvesting Adventure

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2019 197:26


    On this episode of The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast, we'll take you through the steps of creating Adventure Seeds for your next campaign or product with the help of an esteemed expert, a man with over 30 FFG products behind him, the much loved Mr Sterling Hershey, as we welcome him to the show.  We also open the creaking door and journey into the world of things that go bump in the night in a discussion with Scott Zumwalt, developer of the Something Strange Genesys RPG Setting. In Die Casting we take a long look at the ever mocked skill of Resilience, and also take the time to answer your games and rules questions. So join your hosts GM Hooly and GM Chris for another bumper 3+ hour episode of The Forge! CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. SHOW NOTES: 00:00:00 - INTRODUCTION 00:02:43 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:02:56 - Podcast of the Week - Miskatonic University Podcast 00:04:46 - News & Announcements 00:14:28 - DIE CASTING - Skills: Resilience 00:58:45 - THE FURNACE - Adventure Seeds with Sterling Hershey 02:16:41 - BREAKING THE MOULD - Something Strange (with Scott Zumwalt) 02:48:58 - UNDER THE HAMMER 02:49:48 - Q1 - Group Checks 02:58:30 - Q2 - Pierce Quality 03:03:26 - Q3 - Grappling 03:11:51 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 4 - Always on the Mooove

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2019 193:18


    This episode we begin a new irregular series focusing on building archetypes for your settings. For our first instalment, we are heading for the chopper, with two snakes heads...like this [ok, so we know visual gags don't really work]. So if you love the brutish and the mean, the big and the nasty, then look no further than developing your BRAWN based archetypes and species with us on the podcast - we even build one live on the show! We also get to talk talent groups in Die Casting - creating 2 Talents in the process - and sit down to speak with Chris Hunt about the Power of the Vril. To finishing it off, we showcase the latest releases from the Genesys Foundry and answer a couple of rules questions. So if you want to "move it, move it", come and join your hosts GM Hooly and GM Chris as they get to MOVE IT! in a bumper 3 hours episode of The Forge! CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com. SHOW NOTES: 00:00:00 - INTRODUCTION 00:02:24 - STOKING THE FIRE 00:02:41 - Podcast of the Week - Eberron Renewed 00:04:03 - News & Announcements 00:12:45 - DIE CASTING: Talents - The Standard, the Improved, and the Supreme 00:58:56 - THE FURNACE: Archetypes (Brawn) 02:23:46 - BREAKING THE MOULD - Power of the Vril (with Chris Hunt) 02:53:25 - UNDER THE HAMMER 02:53:50 - Q1 - Martial Knowledge Skill 03:01:22 - Q2 - Its an Ambush! 03:08:53 - WRAP UP

    EPISODE 3 - Testing Your Metal

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2019 179:22


    This episode we welcome first time podcast guest and RPG Developer Alexis Dykema to help us tackle a most important topic for anyone submitting their products to the Genesys Foundry, and that's Playtesting. We dive deep into this topic to pick Alexis' brain on the best ways to handle this process to make your products the best. We also talk with Darren West about his Terrinoth Adventure Haedra's Shard (Part 1), engage in a lengthy discussion on the use of the Knowledge skill in your settings, and tackle two listener questions with a ton of relevant information for the discerning developer. So come and join your hosts GM Hooly and GM Chris as they test your mettle (or is that metal) in the development of your settings for the Genesys Foundry in this massive episode of The Forge! CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com.

    EPISODE 2 - It‘s Narrative Dice Baby!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2019 142:33


    With so much Genesys RPG goodness happening right now after the exciting Gen Con release of Foundry, we've decided to bring you a brand new episode. And on such an occasion, we had to invite even more special guests to the show. This episode we welcome Tim Hucklebery, RPG Developer for Fantasy Flight Games where we talk about the Foundry Content Agreement, what makes great content for the Foundry, and some great wisdom dropping from a RPG Veteran. But that's not all! We also welcome two of the team behind Studio 404 Games, the producers of the Starcana setting - Kimber Bowen and Phil Maiewski. Plus there's our usual shinnanigans such as answering your games and rules questions in Under the Hammer, and covering off on a popular talent in Die Casting.  So join your hosts GM Hooly and GM Chris, and grab those Narrative Dice baby! Its time for The Forge! CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com.

    EPISODE 1 - Welcome to The Forge

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2019 151:06


    The Genesys Role Playing by Fantasy Flight Games is a template for creating any setting you can imagine. The Genesys Foundry is an expansion of that. It allows creators of original content to produce Genesys compatible products which they can sell in a community marketplace. We here at The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast are your key to the Foundry. We'll help you to navigate what's on offer by showing you the great and the "must haves". In this episode we introduce you to the Genesys RPG with an overview of what the game is all about with the help of the RPG Manager for Fantasy Flight Games, Sam Gregor-Stewart. Mix this with some game mechanic analysis, an interview with professional freelancer Keith Kappel and answering some of our community's questions, and you are in for one hell of a show. So join your hosts GM Hooly (The Dice Pool Podcast) and GM Chris (Order 66 Podcast) for the inaugural episode of The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast. CONTACT US: E-Mail: forgegenesys@d20radio.com Website: www.forgegenesys.com Social Media: @forgegenesys LISTEN/WATCH: Podbean: http://forgegenesys.podbean.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/forgegenesys Google: http://shorturl.at/DR023 RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/forgegenesys/feed.xml SUPPORT: Patreon: http://patreon.com/forgegenesys REVIEW: iTunes (US) | iTunes (UK) | iTunes (Australia) | iTunes (Canada) | iTunes (Ireland) | iTunes (Germany) | iTunes (NZ) Don't forget to drop us a review on Facebook, iTunes, YouTube or send us an e-mail. The Forge: A Genesys RPG Podcast is a proud member of the d20 Radio Network. For more information about the network visit www.d20radio.com.

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