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Hosts: Shane and Cireon Wilderness changes arrive buffing Rogue’s Chests and Bounty Hunter XP among other things. We also discuss how RNG works at the Warriors’ Guild, why Farming is wonderful or sucks, and how much of the game plays well on mobile. For detailed show notes visit update.show. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 40:31
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, Pyrnassius, and Xurdones Mod Keeper’s letter gets the full Update treatment with thoughts now from the full panel as well as analysis on what it could mean for the future of RuneScape. We look back at some key historical moments and try to figure out just what is going on. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:45:54
Hosts: Shane and Cireon Scurrius and Desert Treasure 2 bosses get Combat Achievements while the wiki provides new achievement tools and a DPS calculator. We then share our perilous journey through the Underground Pass and discuss what the Giants Foundry means for skilling. For detailed show notes visit update.show. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 56:57
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, Bears, and Pyrnassius We break down Mod Keeper’s Look Ahead as well as some of the Necromancy content on the way. The combat beta continues with Ranged reigning supreme. We discuss how it plays at various bosses and ask if it’s too much while answering your questions. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:40:40
Hosts: Shane and Cireon Scurrius the Rat King brings XP for seasoned PvMers and teaches OSRS PvM. We dissect its mechanics, drops, XP rates, and what makes it a good boss experience. Also this week, quest speed running, Agility goals, and reliving One Small Favour. For detailed show notes visit update.show. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 52:57
Hosts: Shane and Tanis Community Hitlist updates arrive for the loot system, Player Owned Farm perks, and fire spirits. The Necromancy XP embargo is up early and we share our gains. Finally, the combat beta was updated with a release build and it’s time to check it out. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:12:04
Hosts: Shane and Cireon The Winter Summit paints a picture of Old School’s future. We highlight Varlamore and quests including the iconic Defender of Varrock and While Guthix Sleeps. We also set out to sea and take a peek at the engine and client updates on the horizon. For detailed show notes visit update.show. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:11:17
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, Earth, and Zant Kandarin gets a fresh coat of paint and we revisit our favourite areas exuding nostalgia. From the Arandar Pass to Ardougne Zoo and West Ardougne we discuss what’s new while also visiting Piscatoris, Barbarian Outpost, and the Legends Guild. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:28:47
Hosts: Shane and Cireon It’s the week of questing as we discuss Children of the Sun and review our own questing adventures of the week. We also talk about changes to Kourend and the upcoming Varlamore rewards. Finally, we say goodbye to Leagues IV. For detailed show notes visit update.show. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 55:04
Trudeau’s Jamaica vacation causes a conflict of interest, Canada’s immigration isn’t helping the job market, and Banff’s pedestrian zone gets nixed by the National Park. Also, a Victoria theatre cancels a play set in Israel after being vandalized. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 58:11 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, and Pyrnassius 2024 begins with RuneScape’s birthday bonanza with buffs for skillers and PvMers alike. Everyone has a favourite and we highlight which ones might be the most powerful choices. We also discuss fancy hats, Vorkath scales, and what we’ve been doing. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:13:38
Hosts: Shane and Cireon 2024 begins with a summary of our Christmas break featuring combat feats. We also discuss the powerful RuneLite menu entry swapper plugin, unexpected crystal singing, and the stark differences between the Throne of Miscellanea and the Fremennik Isles. For detailed show notes visit update.show. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 58:15
We look at 2023’s news stories, including an Alberta election, changing BC political landscapes, and multiple crises like healthcare, housing and affordability getting worse. We also go over our favourite pictures, quotes, words and episodes of the year. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 1:14:07 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, and Friends Join us to re-live the year that was in clips you may not have heard before. We feature outtakes, hosts getting tongue-tied, puns at the most inopportune time, and our picks of the year. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 2:07:55
Hosts: Shane and Cireon 2023 comes to a close with a recap of the year that was. We discuss our journey, the year’s big updates, the impact of community, expectations for upcoming content, and what 2024 looks like for us and the show. For detailed show notes visit update.show. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:19:06
Canada’s population increases like never before, the CBC writes fake news about Deena Hinshaw, and the Trudeau Liberals phase out gas car sales by 2035. Also, an investigation into Yuen Pau Woo reveals our cabinet may be compromised. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 54:51 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, and Cireon We ride the rollercoaster that was 2023 covering everything from Fort Forinthry to Necromancy and even Hero Pass. We also touch on graphical updates, quests, and death. We discuss what updates made the year and what their success means for 2024. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:49:42
UVIC’s equity hiring policy raises ire on social media, Alberta’s low income tax cut is nowhere to be seen, and the Liberals roll out the federal dental program. Also, Champagne looks at grocery competition to lower prices. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 52:10 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.
Hosts: Shane and Cireon Jack Frost is here for Christmas 2023 with a sleigh full of achievements, we discuss our favourites. Cireon has a sad story, we discuss fire cape progress, and Soul Stealer vs. Berserker. Then we end with the 2023 Survey. For detailed show notes visit update.show. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 54:32
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, and Thaxy A potential look at 2024’s updates including GameJam projects such as Daemonheim Archaeology, windy trees, and the removal of streaking. The combat beta has been updated and we review changes to melee, special attacks, and Equilibrium. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:19:41
Hosts: Shane and Cireon We discuss what Project Rebalance could mean for Agility, Combat, Mining, and other skills. Is it the rebalance of the decade? Also, a visit to the Tithe Farm, Tirannwn, and Soul Wars sum up our Leagues adventures for the week. For detailed show notes visit update.show. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 53:28
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, and Avernic The December Community Hitlist strike arrives with changes to the Master Max cape, Excalibur shouts, Zombie moans, and rare drop table. Dinarrow production was doubled, new brands of fertilizer were added, and we ask: was this the right move? For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:20:09
Hosts: Shane and Cireon Things are getting serious as we both approach our final regions and move into tier 6. We discuss the joy of clue scrolls, fast 99s, and the need to not be a slave to the meta. We also share some Leagues stats as well as some early quest memories. For detailed show notes visit update.show. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 57:28
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, and Thaxy It’s Christmas in Gielinor with the complete package of RS holiday events. We cover It’s Snow Bother, the holiday hub, new scarves, hats, presents, and why it’s the holiday event we always wanted. We also have another look at Dracolich and Elite Sirenic. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:36:58
Hosts: Shane and Cireon The adventure in Leagues continues with mid-level crises, Wintertotd, Treasure Trails, and leaning into combat. We also discuss new feelings about Kourend’s density and what changes to Forestry events mean for Woodcutting. For detailed show notes visit update.show. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 43:53
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, Bears, and Xurdones The conclusion to the Fort Forinthry storyline arrives as we end Vorkath and Zemouregal. We discuss the boss fight, drop tables, and the purpose (or lack of purpose) for hard mode. And we ask, is Vorkath a boss for the average player? We also preview Christmas 2023 and the Black Partyhat. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:45:12
Hosts: Shane and Cireon Trailblazer Reloaded has landed and it’s in a league of its own. We discuss regions, relics, and plans that have gone out of the window. What does this say about the importance of choice, restrictions, and pacing? For detailed show notes visit update.show. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 49:42
Hosts: Shane and Tanis Community Hitlist Part Deux is here with changes to Overloads, familiars, Runecrafting, Zamorak, and the Orebox. We also discuss this week's graphical updates, Vorkath, and the ensuing Vorkath hunt event. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:38:04
Hosts: Shane and Cireon We’re here with the Leagues pre-show as Francine from Clan Quest joins us to discuss our plans, relics, and regions. We also delve into what we’ve been doing, Scurrius, Varlamore activities, and changes to Kourend favour. For detailed show notes visit update.show. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 51:29
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, and Pyrnassius Tradition returns with the Entrana graphical update, more saturation, a livestream, patch notes, JMod posts, Double XP, and a Behind the Scenes post. The Black Partyhat is on the way and it’ll be earned in game. What’s going on? For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:59:06
Hosts: Shane and Cireon We start with Eadgar’s Ruse and then step forward in time to Zeah’s modern quests including Getting Ahead and Garden of Death. We also touch on Perilous Moons changes, the most recent poll, and some Fancier boots. For detailed show notes visit update.show. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 44:26
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, and Thaxy The community hitlist returns with changes to clue scrolls, golden bamboo, and shattered worlds. We then dive into the combat beta that brings the Necromancy treatment to life in the traditional combat skills. We close with the upcoming RS cookbook. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:46:06
Hosts: Shane and Cireon Forestry: Part Two arrives and we share how this has made Woodcutting fun again and our take on random events and those lovely campfires. We also provide an update on what we’ve been doing and take a first look at the rewards from Perilous Moons. For detailed show notes visit update.show. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 46:00
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, Cireon, and Thaxy Necromancy sees its first major balance pass and we look back at where the skill has been and where it may be going. We recap rituals as a skilling method, Necromancy’s combat, and the effect the skill has had on PvM. Was it all worth it? For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 2:06:07
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, and Pyrnassius Pumpkin Pete brings the 2023 version of the RuneScape Halloween event. We cover rewards, what’s missing from years past, and predatory pumpkins. It’s a fun event but what does it mean for the future of RuneScape? Also, is RuneFest making a comeback? For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:32:44
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, Avernic, and Xurdones Ancient Awakening continues RuneScape’s new brand of questing featuring hints about Vorkath, a compelling subplot, and a reason for everyone to enjoy this quest. We cover lore, rewards, and more on this installment of quest week. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:54:19
Hosts: Shane and Thaxy Hero Pass is rebalanced (again) and we discuss the impact of the balance changes and the implications of the questions asked on the Hero Pass survey. We also share our favourite questions while dipping into the RuneSical and GameJam updates. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:58:08
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, and Thaxy Necromancy has evolved RuneScape combat. We recap the promise of Necromancy, discuss how it’s landed, and highlight the issues that Necromancy exposes in RuneScape’s combat system. Between conjures, cookies, and the undead, Necromancy is alive. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 2:06:59
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, Pyrnassius, and Zant We gather again to recap the issues surrounding Hero Pass and outline what is still outstanding. Fortnite and World of Tanks also make an appearance showcasing their battle passes in comparison. Does Hero Pass make sense for RuneScape? For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 2:07:35
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, Avernic, and Xurdones We return to Um with a look at all the Necromancy quests. From short tutorials to quests that fit right into RuneScape we detail what Necromancy quests do right, why they fit into the game, and what it all means for the future of questing. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 2:12:57
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, and Cireon Hero Pass arrives causing a storm in the community. We provide sober second thought on progression, dailies, messaging, and the ethics and requirements of a battle pass. Also, with a u-turn in sight, Jagex is on the market yet again. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 2:12:49
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, and Pyrnassius The Hero Pass arrives Monday. We break it down in terms of other battle pass systems, ask what it needs to do differently, and we discuss whether or not it is a major RuneScape update. Also we welcome more Necromancy changes targeting griefers. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:38:39
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, IronAraxxor, and Stormy The communing continues as we dive into the 200m race for Necromancy including preparation, mental and physical. We also discuss what Necromancy means for ironmen including the future of PvM. And we get our first batch of Necromancy fixes. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:20:20
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, Cireon, and Thaxy Necromancy arrives and we talk through our early experiences from getting started to nuking mobs to performing rituals and conjuring our friends. We discuss onboarding and how it is changing combat. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 2:33:58
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, Thaxy, and Zant It’s the final countdown as Necromancy is just days away. We spirit ourselves away to the City of Um and discover the ambience, discuss a preview of Necromancy combat, and cover adjustments to XP and crits. Then we say goodbye to Protean Planks. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:41:52
Hosts: Shane and Tanis with Special Guest Mod Doom We go Behind the Crown with Mod Doom to look at Community Management through a different lens. From trust, transparency, and a two-way street we look at what Community Management is all about. Also his journey to Jagex and his return to RuneScape. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:57:02
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, Earth, and Questcaping Dead and Buried unwraps the origins of The Raptor. We delve into why decisions were made, what they mean for the future of the storyline, and what role puzzles need to play. This all culminates in a grand discussion of what defines a season. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:59:35
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, Avernic, and Questcaping Dead and Buried rewards us next week with Dinarrow enhancements and returns Zemouregal to the fore of RuneScape lore. The Lore Diggers are here with a complete history of Zemouregal from 2008 through the Sixth Age to today. What's next for him? For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 2:23:40
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, and Xurdones June Game Jam is upon us featuring graphical reworks, quest cleanups, a massive slew of QoL updates, and more. We also delve into Necromancy rituals and discuss what might be a massive shortage of slime. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:46:50
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, and Stormy Necromancy arrives on August 7th, the Demonic Skull continues to cause problems, and the Max and Comp capes get new Pride presets. Also, Stormy joins us to discuss the issues of the Soul Dye and how it relates to cluers, the economy, and MTX. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:35:38