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RUMMBLLLLLLE! Now that the super seniors have stepped into the liminal space between super-student and superhero, everything is picking up speed.We're playing Masks for this campaign! You can access a running list of all the NPCs from Campaign 4 here.JTP Schedule-Feb 10: Episode 35 (Campaign 4 Finale!)-Feb 17: Oneshot-Feb 24: Afterparty on Campaign 4 + all of Join the Party (Series Finale!)Sponsors- Modern Times Cafe, a restaurant providing all of its food for free to Minneapolis community. Donate to the cafe directly via Venmo here, or if outside the U.S., to the Central Area Neighborhood Development Organization here.Find Us Online- website: https://jointhepartypod.com- patreon: https://patreon.com/jointhepartypod- instagram: https://instagram.com/jointhepartypod- twitter: https://twitter.com/jointhepartypod- tumblr: https://jointhepartypod.tumblr.com- facebook: https://facebook.com/jointhepartypod- merch & music: http://jointhepartypod.com/merchCast & Crew- Game Master, Co-Producer: Eric Silver- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Sound Designer, Composer (Connor Lyons): Brandon Grugle- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Editor (Shelley Craft): Julia Schifini- Co-Host, Co-Producer (Rowan Rosen): Amanda McLoughlin- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: https://multitude.productionsAbout UsJoin the Party is an actual play podcast with tangible worlds, genre-pushing storytelling, and collaborators who make each other laugh each week. We welcome everyone to the table, from longtime players to folks who've never touched a roleplaying game before. Hop into our current campaign: the drama and excitement of a superhero high school! Or marathon our completed stories: Campaign 3 for a pirate story set in a world of plant- and bug-folk, the Camp-Paign for a MOTW game set in a weird summer camp, Campaign 2 for a modern superhero game, and Campaign 1 for a high fantasy story. And once a month we release the Afterparty, where we answer your questions about the show and how we play the game. New episodes every Tuesday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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What if everything you were taught about history is not just incomplete but inverted? What if America is not the New World but the Old World? What if the Mississippi River is the real Nile and the Grand Canyon is the true Giza Plateau? What if Utah is Judah, the Great Salt Lake is the Dead Sea, and the Exodus did not happen in the Middle East but right here, on American soil? Tonight we enter territory that will challenge everything you think you know about where you live, who built the world around you, and why the truth has been buried. Taylor Durden, known online as Tao Lore, has spent years piecing together what he calls the hidden history. His research spans Tartaria, a worldwide civilization that mainstream historians barely acknowledge, to quantum biology, to the claim that at least five major resets have erased previous societies from memory, with a thousand years injected into the timeline to cover the deception. He connects the Moors, the A00 haplogroup, and the true builders of the magnificent architecture we see across the world. He asks why Ellis Island looks like a Moorish palace and why Middle Eastern city names are scattered across the United States. But Taylor goes further. He says the human body is the first quantum computer. He says parasites are inherited, feeding on fear and pride across generations. He says hospital birth severs us from past life memories and that the orphan trains of the 1800s were not charity but repopulation efforts after a reset wiped out the previous inhabitants. He speaks of clones, of NPCs walking among us without souls, of Archons who architect this dream reality we mistake for waking life. This is not comfortable territory. This is the deep end. And tonight, we are diving in.
Send us a textIn this episode...--> Ubisoft is following up last week's "portfolio reset" of canceled and delayed games with the announcement that it's exploring eliminating 200 roles at its Paris headquarters through a "voluntary mutual termination agreement," along with a pledge to double down on “player-facing Generative AI.”--> The upcoming Fable reboot has 1,000 "handcrafted" NPCs, and you can apparently marry every single one of them.--> Valve needed to "verify" footage of the alien orgy in the new Earth Must Die before it was allowed to launch on Steam.--> Also: Top 3 New Releases, TriviaWe love our sponsors! Please help us support those who support us!- Check out the Retro Game Club Podcast at linktr.ee/retrogameclub- Connect with CafeBTW at linktr.ee/cafebtw- Get creative with Pixel Pond production company at pixelpondllc.com- Visit Absolutely the Best Podcast: A Work in Progress at linktr.ee/absolutelythebest**Use this link to get a $20 credit when you upgrade to a paid podcast hosting plan on Buzzsprout! buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1884378Hosts: donniegretro, retrogamebrews, wrytersviewOpening theme: "Gamers Week Theme" by Akseli TakanenPatron theme: "Chiptune Boss" by donniegretroClosing theme: "Gamers Week Full-Length Theme" by Akseli TakanenSupport the show
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How do we feel about Kilonova II and old Vulcani? What is the power of the Moment of Truth? And is Dr. Morrow, like, good? All that and more on this Afterparty!We're playing Masks for this campaign! You can access a running list of all the NPCs from Campaign 4 here.Minneapolis Spotlight- El Burrito Mercado - All online gift cards will be used to feed families via a partnership with Neighborhood House. Purchase a gift card at bit.ly/burritomn with "giftcards@neighborhoodhousemn.org" as the recipient JTP Schedule-Feb 3: Episode 34-Feb 10: Episode 35 (Campaign 4 Finale!)-Feb 17: Oneshot-Feb 24: Afterparty on Campaign 4 + all of Join the Party (Series Finale!)Find Us Online- website: https://jointhepartypod.com- patreon: https://patreon.com/jointhepartypod- instagram: https://instagram.com/jointhepartypod- twitter: https://twitter.com/jointhepartypod- tumblr: https://jointhepartypod.tumblr.com- facebook: https://facebook.com/jointhepartypod- merch & music: http://jointhepartypod.com/merchCast & Crew- Game Master, Co-Producer: Eric Silver- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Sound Designer, Composer (Connor Lyons): Brandon Grugle- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Editor (Shelley Craft): Julia Schifini- Co-Host, Co-Producer (Rowan Rosen): Amanda McLoughlin- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: https://multitude.productionsAbout UsJoin the Party is an actual play podcast with tangible worlds, genre-pushing storytelling, and collaborators who make each other laugh each week. We welcome everyone to the table, from longtime players to folks who've never touched a roleplaying game before. Hop into our current campaign: the drama and excitement of a superhero high school! Or marathon our completed stories: Campaign 3 for a pirate story set in a world of plant- and bug-folk, the Camp-Paign for a MOTW game set in a weird summer camp, Campaign 2 for a modern superhero game, and Campaign 1 for a high fantasy story. And once a month we release the Afterparty, where we answer your questions about the show and how we play the game. New episodes every Tuesday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today I'll share the top 10 most-played tabletop RPGs right now. There are some surprises in this list, at least to me. I'll also begin my series of episodes exploring the new RPG, Daggerheart, by talking a bit about what I like about it and why I'm excited to run it. I'll compare and contrast DH with D&D, Pathfinder, and Numenera. Some of the aspects of Daggerheart I'll touch on in this episode include the basic mechanics, campaign frames, and how the game encourages collaborative storytelling by having the players contribute to detailing the setting, NPCs, etc. during play. I'll also talk a bit about how Darrington Press has made every effort to reduce math in the game and cognitive load on the GM and the players.Play Daggerheart with Me on Start Playing Games.Subscribe via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify.Check out my sci-fi novel, Critical Balance.Have you read Critical Balance? Please leave a review on Amazon.Follow me on Bluesky.Join my Discord server.Email me.Check out my YouTube channel.Join my Book Club, now on Discord.Check Out my OTHER PODCAST - Lex Out LoudCall the Game Master's Journey voice mail: 951-GMJ-LEX1 (951-465-5391).The Top 10 Most Played Tabletop RPGs Right Now
Weather and the end of the world. Prepping, Mormonism, working out to by physically perfect.This is our most schizophrenic show yet.Westworld.The Bicameral Mind, consciousness begins in the Iliad.The story is the heart of the universe.Being designed to ignore things that might hurt you.There is no anti-memetics division.Agency laundering.All of science tells you that you're worthless, your actions don't matter, you don't have agency or even exist.Is the church another smokescreen?The scapegoat, who is your Jew?The strawman.The plot of Final Fantasy XVI is exactly what we're talking about here.There is no political solution.Be grateful to the system because you actually want it.Machine Elves and the paranormal, mechanical sounds.Support the showMore Linkswww.MAPSOC.orgFollow Sumo on TwitterAlternate Current RadioMAPSOC back on YouTube Again!Support the Show!Subscribe to the Podcast on GumroadSubscribe to the Podcast on PatreonSubscribe to the Podcast on BuzzsproutSubscribe to the Podcast on SubstackBuy Us a Tibetan Herbal TeaSumo's SubstacksHoly is He Who WrestlesModern Pulp
Everything from Forza Horizon 6 and Kiln to Beast Of Reincarnation and Fable was shown off here! While the other games made their own noise, the Dukes (including Gene Park) were most captured by Fable. Judging by the noise online, so were many, many other people. For the first time in a long time, it feels like Xbox has a broadly appealing hit on their hands. Playground Games showed off everything from combat and choices to the economic and social simulation elements that always made Fable such a joy to play. With this comes the new introduction of "Living Population" where 1,000 NPCs all have their own hobbies, schedules, voice actors, and conversations. This is all designed to bring to life the replacement for Fable's famous morality system in the form of a reputation system that is similar to what is seen in Fable 3. Are there any snags for the Dukes with these changes? What has us most hyped? It's time to dive into what is now one of the most anticipated games of 2026. Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:12:57 - Forza Horizon 60:20:04 - Beast Of Reincarnation0:29:07 - Kiln0:39:05 - Fable1:30:56 - Ubisoft undergoes massive shakeup1:43:10 - Fallout TV show thoughts so far2:22:05 - What We're Playing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
►Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/McFixer In this episode of 'My Xbox and Me', hosts MC Fixer and Despawn celebrate the milestone of episode 550 while discussing the highlights from Xbox's 2026 Developer Direct. They delve into the excitement surrounding the upcoming Fable game, its new features, and the evolution of its morality system. The conversation also covers Forza Horizon 6, Double Fine's new multiplayer game 'Kiln', and Game Freak's action RPG 'Beast of Reincarnation'. ►Please Subscribe www.youtube.com/myxboxandme ► BRAND NEW MXAM DISCORD - https://discord.gg/aQDSbAy8QH ► Twitter: @MCFixer @Kreshnikplays @MattPVideo @PaulDespawn ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/McFixer ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/Kreshnik ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/PaulDespawn Timecodes: 00:00 Intro 02:43 Discussion on Xbox's 2026 Developer Direct 04:55 Fable: Expectations and Initial Reactions 12:04 NPCs and World Immersion in Fable 19:53 Morality System and Player Choices in Fable 26:24 Forza Horizon 6: Anticipation and Features 29:07 The Social Aspect of Racing Games 33:52 Excitement for New Game Announcements 41:58 Game Freak's New Action RPG 47:16 Reflections on Xbox's Developer Direct 51:45 Listener Questions and Recommendations Xbox, Fable, Forza Horizon, Developer Direct, Game Freak, Double Fine, gaming news, Xbox podcast, video games, RPG
Though the office of the Shining Star stands on the second of Spillaway Peaks' three tiers, on a clear night, its rooftop beacon can be seen from miles away. This, Thelonious, the newspaper's editor-in-chief says, is a recruitment strategy. Those who see the light and travel through the wilderness towards it tend to be inquisitive and adventurous enough to make good freelance reporters. And though they followed the Shining Star's reputation before its shining light, couldn't the same be said of the crew of the Little Snail? This week on Perpetua: A Picture of the Hills 03 Perpetua Guide [In Progress v.058] Side Quests[SDQS] Spillaway Peaks [SPSQ] Escort the Waylon the Photographer - 300 Asta Description: It's time for Old Waylon to take the yearly photo of the town. Guard him on his journey up the mountains to the best angle. Definitely take this quest before leaving town. You're gonna be going up that way to do other side quests anyway, and while Waylon isn't worth a damn in a fight, he also doesn't actually cause you too much trouble as long as you keep up with him! Terrapin Interest Story - 25 to 425 Asta Description: The Shining Star is paying for feature stories about the people of Spillaway Peaks. Brainstorm an idea, interview your subjects, write your article, and supplement it with art! This one is a pain in the butt and it seems really random how much you make from it. Basically, you pick from easy to difficult in each phase of the quest (topic, interview, etc.) and depending on how you do, you get more money. Each of the topics also requires you to go to different places, so like if you do a story on the school play, you have to go to the Clutch area to interview parents and children, where as if you do a story on the port's guards, you need to go down to the water to talk to them. I guess if you really need the Asta, go for it. Investigate the Livestock Deaths - 400 Asta Description: Beula's Giant Oxen have been getting sick, and some have even been dying! This is a problem, since it's almost time to dredge up new Rice Paddies. Though this looks like a side quest, it's basically mandatory. Unless you were inducted into the Luminaries by Commodore Onyx before leaving Calstega Bay, when you meet with Thelonious, he'll basically put you on a path to do this quest. As such, go read the main Calstega Bay quest section of the FAQ to learn more about this one. Kill 17 Frostoads - 100 Asta Description: N/A I honestly don't understand why this one is even on this side quest board. Isn't it supposed to be a newspaper? Why would they pay you to kill random toads? There's not even a description on it! Paper Delivery - 20 Asta Description: Deliver the Shining Star to all 15 of its readers. Okay, so, you have to go from the Shining Star to 15 different NPCs spread all across the town. And with a 20 Asta reward, it sounds like a really boring fetch quest that just wastes your time right? Well. I guess I won't say it isn't a time waster. But the important thing is that you can do this once per every Rest action. And because you can stay for free in Jonathan's family's house… that's right. It seems like you can just grind money here indefinitely. I say "seems" because I haven't tested it yet, and there is a chance that just resting repeatedly and not advancing the main plot could have consequences, like it did in Shine-Divine War Armidirge. So be careful, but let me know what happens if you do try to get infinite money here! Hosted by Austin Walker (austinwalker.bsky.social) Featuring Ali Acampora (ali-online.bsky.social), Art Martinez-Tebbel (amtebbel.bsky.social), Jack de Quidt (notquitereal.bsky.social), and Andrew Lee Swan (swandre3000.bsky.social) Produced by Ali Acampora Music by Jack de Quidt (available on bandcamp) Cover Art by Ben McEntee (https://linktr.ee/benmce.art) With thanks to Amelia Renee, Arthur B., Aster Maragos, Bill Kaszubski, Cassie Jones, Clark, DB, Daniel Laloggia, Diana Crowley, Edwin Adelsberger, Emrys, Greg Cobb, Ian O'Dea, Ian Urbina, Irina A., Jack Shirai, Jake Strang, Katie Diekhaus, Ken George, Konisforce, Kristina Harris Esq, L Tantivy, Lawson Coleman, Mark Conner, Mike & Ruby, Muna A, Nat Knight, Olive Perry, Quinn Pollock, Robert Lasica, Shawn Drape, Shawn Hall, Summer Rose, TeganEden, Thomas Whitney, Voi, chocoube, deepFlaw, fen, & weakmint This episode was made with support from listeners like you! To support us, you can go to friendsatthetable.cash.
It's time for another episode of Mind Gap Podcast! In this episode Doug is joined by guest co-host Seth Trammell as they tackle a Reddit post about workplace dynamics, specifically discussing the awkwardness of mandatory affirmation circles during lunch breaks. Next, the dorks discuss video game morality, how players' emotional connections to NPCs (non-playable characters) have evolved over time. They chat about games like Shadow of the Colossus, Bioshock, Undertale, and Red Dead Redemption 2, where player decisions with NPCS lead to significant emotional consequences. Things are wrapped up with a game segment just for Seth where he has to decide whether a statement about Final Fantasy is either fact or fantasy! Check out our YouTube channel where you can watch our episodes! Be sure to like and subscribe for this content as well as episode highlights, Doug Watches Awkward Videos, Justin Plays Video games, and more! We have MERCH now! Follow us on all of our social medias and other platforms!
In this episode, Dad explains Gen Z slang like Rizz, NPC Energy, and Mid in a classic Back In My Day rant. If you are confused by modern logic, this Dad Explains Gen Z slang breakdown is for you. Welcome back to the Stay Outta My Fridge Podcast! Today, Beard Laws dives deep into the "Dad Life" struggles. We're breaking down why Gen Z Slang makes zero sense, why music used to have actual intros, and the tragedy of modern Happy Meal toys. Plus, we discuss the unwritten rules of the household—including the "Sacred Thermostat" and why every dad has that one specific fork. [Episode Highlights] Dad Explains Gen Z Slang: What is Rizz? Is it just confidence? NPC Energy: Why do we call people NPCs now? Back In My Day: Why parenting, music, and food were better in the 90s. Dad Logic: The rules of the thermostat and the fridge. [Sponsors & Deals] SQUATCH JUICE: The best way to hydrate and focus. Use code BEARDLAWS to save! [Insert Link to Squatch Juice] LIVE BEARDED: The best beard products I've ever used. Use code BEARDLAWS to save! [Insert Link to LiveBearded.com] [Stay Connected] Subscribe to the Beard Laws Network: https://youtube.com/beardlaws Follow on Instagram: [Insert Link] #DadExplainsGenZSlang #BackInMyDay #BeardLaws #GenZSlang #DadLife #Podcast #Rizz #NPCenergy About the Beard Laws Network The Beard Laws Network delivers weekly shows covering parenting humor, family comedy, sports culture, true crime, conspiracies, and strange real-life stories. New episodes every week. Watch More: ️ Beard Laws Network Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@BeardLawsNetwork/shorts ️ Main Beard Laws Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BeardLaws Follow on Socials: TikTok • Instagram • Facebook https://linktr.ee/beardlaws Like, comment, and share — it helps the channel grow more than you think. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Back in My Day 03:14 TikTok Slang and Modern Communication 06:33 Parenting in the Modern World 08:14 The Evolution of Music 11:12 Kids' Meals: Then and Now 13:04 Homemade vs. Fast Food 17:03 School Fundraisers: A Lost Art 18:50 Things No One Warns You About as a Dad 21:32 Snacks: Community Property? 23:55 Couches and Comfort 25:15 The Fridge: A Source of Hope 27:33 Conclusion: Embracing the Chaos of Modern Life Friends of the show: Live Bearded - https://livebearded.com Yellow Leaf Hammocks - https://www.yellowleafhammocks.com/products/the-vista Shinesty - https://shinesty.com/?ref=beardlaws Want your fridge roasted? Share your weirdest item in the comments for a future Fridge Detective segment! Like, share, and subscribe to join the Stay Outta My Fridge community! Your support helps us grow! Stay curious with Beard Laws Studio—Stay Outta My Fridge: Your go-to for family entertainment! Listen to Full Episodes & Clips ➜ Beard Laws Network Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@BeardLawsNetwork/shorts ➜ Main Beard Laws Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BeardLaws Follow on Socials TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and more → https://linktr.ee/beardlaws Support the Show Like, comment, and share this episode — it helps the Network grow a TON! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! It's the best way to help our family show reach more people.This has been The Stay Outta My Fridge Podcast, your source for family comedy, snack reviews, and '90s nostalgia.Find us on social media The Stay Outta My Fridge Podcast is a part of the Bleav Network. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Hic dies, et omnes dies futuri, mihi pertinent. Cognoscisne aliquem potentiorem quam Diabolus? Non puto te scire.We're playing Masks for this campaign! You can access a running list of all the NPCs from Campaign 4 here.Sponsors- United by Blue, creators of sustainable apparel and outdoor gear. Use code jointheparty for 20% off at https://unitedbyblue.comFind Us Online- website: https://jointhepartypod.com- patreon: https://patreon.com/jointhepartypod- instagram: https://instagram.com/jointhepartypod- twitter: https://twitter.com/jointhepartypod- tumblr: https://jointhepartypod.tumblr.com- facebook: https://facebook.com/jointhepartypod- merch & music: http://jointhepartypod.com/merchCast & Crew- Game Master, Co-Producer: Eric Silver- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Sound Designer, Composer (Connor Lyons): Brandon Grugle- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Editor (Shelley Craft): Julia Schifini- Co-Host, Co-Producer (Rowan Rosen): Amanda McLoughlin- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: https://multitude.productionsAbout UsJoin the Party is an actual play podcast with tangible worlds, genre-pushing storytelling, and collaborators who make each other laugh each week. We welcome everyone to the table, from longtime players to folks who've never touched a roleplaying game before. Hop into our current campaign: the drama and excitement of a superhero high school! Or marathon our completed stories: Campaign 3 for a pirate story set in a world of plant- and bug-folk, the Camp-Paign for a MOTW game set in a weird summer camp, Campaign 2 for a modern superhero game, and Campaign 1 for a high fantasy story. And once a month we release the Afterparty, where we answer your questions about the show and how we play the game. New episodes every Tuesday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Player versus player! Chris and Velma face off in the quarterfinals, Madi chooses her favorite friend, and we play with dollies.Disclaimer: We do not own or claim ownership of the Pokémon franchise and any Pokémon established in official canon. That's all owned by Nintendo, Game Freak, and Creatures. This is a fan-made podcast, and a love letter to a series we grew up with. Please support the official releases.Support the show on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/PKMNLegacyPost about the show on Bluesky and Twitter using #PKMNLegacy. Comment on our YouTube releases. Leave a review on your podcasting platform. We might use your name for our NPCs!Ariana Nicolehttps://youtube.com/@ArianaNicolehttps://bsky.app/profile/ariananicolegeorge.bsky.socialhttps://twitter.com/arianangeorgeChi-chihttps://youtube.com/@ChichiAihttps://bsky.app/profile/chichiai.bsky.socialhttps://twitter.com/ChichiAi/DryeGuyhttps://youtube.com/@DryeGuyhttps://bsky.app/profile/terrancedrye.bsky.socialhttps://twitter.com/terrancedryevaKayVoxhttps://youtube.com/@KayVoxhttps://bsky.app/profile/kpoplyk.bsky.socialhttps://twitter.com/KillianPoplykVASpecial thanks to JonRobertsVA for voicing Masonhttps://youtube.com/@TheBowTizzlehttps://twitter.com/jonrobertsvahttps://tiktok.com/@maineventman
Where do adventurers actually buy gear in a grounded, early‑medieval sandbox? In this episode, Joe tackles Questions 2 and 3 from Jeff Rients' “20 Quick Questions” and shows how equipment, specialists, and custom items really work in a low‑tech fantasy world.Learn why general stores don't belong in Dark‑Age settings, how market days shaped real commerce, and how to use demographics to decide which NPCs your town actually has. Joe builds a blacksmith live on air—Aegenwulf—and explains how a gift‑based economy changes player behavior, reputation, and roleplay.If you want your sandbox to feel lived‑in, culturally cohesive, and socially dynamic, this episode gives you the tools.Highlights:Realistic medieval trade & market daysWhy “everything is custom” in low‑tech worldsUsing demographics to populate townsLive NPC creation: Aegenwulf the blacksmithRunning a gift‑economy instead of coin‑for‑goodsPerfect for GMs who want deeper worlds and richer player interactions.Promised Links:The 20 Questions: https://jrients.blogspot.com/2011/04/twenty-quick-questions-for-your.htmlMedieval Demographics Made Easy (S. John Ross): https://gamingballistic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Medieval-Demographics-Made-Easy-1.pdfDekahedron NPC Generator: http:/www.dekahedron.com/NPC/.Fantasy Name Generators: fantasynamegenerators.com....And a 10-Foot Pole (Iron Crown Enterprises): Sadly, I couldn't find it on Drive thru.Basic Fantasy Equipment Emporium: https://www.basicfantasy.org/downloads.html#sn_equipmentemporiumShare your thoughts via:
The crew of the Little Snail has come to Spillaway Peaks in search of an ally: Thelonious, the editor-in-chief of the Shining Star newspaper and a member of the mysterious group called the Luminaries. But before they can go, meet Theo, and earn his trust, they first have to do a little shopping… This week on Perpetua: A Picture of the HIlls 02 Perpetua Guide [In Progress v.058] Town Maps [TNMP] Spillaway Peaks [SPMP] The Shell Barrow You know that big dome you can see at Spillaway Peaks from the world map? Yeah, this is it. This is where they do their "Weekly Rehearsal," which is like Church Sunday for them. Depending on how things go, you can visit this place at the end of the arc and get a buff. The Clutch This is where Terrapine kids grow up and go to school. You can get a pretty good Jonathan scene if you go here, but that's about it for now. The Docks and Administrative District There's not much here, except a way to get back on the Ferry and head back to Calstega Bay Jonathan's Family Home This is the only of the Clan Homes you can actually enter, but it's pretty big! It's four or five levels high (depending on how you count) and there are a ton of rooms to explore, random NPCs to talk to, and some loot too! If you do a side quest for Jonathan's dad, he can build you some gear in his workshop! The Shining Star The town newspaper. If you're ready to advance the main plot, head up to the second floor of the Shining Star. You'll automatically run into Theolonius (and Jonathan's sister is working there as an intern or something, too). But if you aren't ready yet, you can stay downstairs and use the quest board to grind out some XP and asta! Shopping District The highest level of the Spillaway City map (not counting the Spillaway Outskirts, but there you have to load out to the world map before getting there, so I don't count it!) There are three main shops here. A general store, which basically just lets you recover IP and get basic items, and then Abelene's Armory and Stokely's Specialties. Abelene's Armory Armor: Reinforced Mud Suit 300 asta | 11 Phys Def / INS size +1 Mdef | -5 Init | Earth Resistant Armor: Meditation Robe 1000 asta | Def: DEX die +1 / MDEF: INS die +2 |-2 Init Whenever you recover Mind Points, you recover 5 extra Mind Points. Armor: Choir Robe 1000 asta | Def: DEX size +1 / Mdef: INS size +2 |-2 Init Counts as 1 bonus SL of "Sound Barrier": After you sing a verse with medium or high volume, all physical damage you suffer until the start of your next turn is reduced by【SL】(applied before Affinities). Shield: Eyecatching Cape 800 z | +2 Def /+0 Mdef As long as you don't have a martial armor or another shield equipped, you may apply the effects of the Dodge Skill (see Core Rulebook, page 203). Shield: Seasoned Potlid 1500 asta | Martial |+2 Def /+2 MDef When you deal damage with a delicacy (see page 151), you deal 5 extra damage. Shield: Plated Tambourine 1700 asta | +2 Def / +0 Mdef If you have the Resonance Skill , consider your Skill Level in it increased by 2 (up to a maximum of SL 5). Weapon: Giant Fork 1000 asta | DEX + MIG | HR + 16 | Martial | Physical Damage | Spear | Two-handed | Melee | When you use this weapon with the Knife and Fork Skill, you may add the High Roll to the attack's damage (you don't have to treat it as being equal to 0). Weapon: Electrified Flyswatter 1300 asta | MIG + DEX | HR+10 | Bolt Damage | One-handed | Melee You may attack Flying creatures, but you take -3 to the roll. Stokely's Specialties Accessory: Ring of the Occultist - 600 asta Spells you cast with a target of "Up to three creatures" instead have a target of "Up to four creatures" (you must still spend additional Mind Points for the fourth target). Accessory: Spare Magicannon Chamber - 800 When you summon a Magicannon, you also receive an extra Elemental Chamber, matching the previous elemental type you stored. Accessory: Ring of Denial 600 asta When you cast the Dispel spell (Core Rulebook, page 192), its MP cost becomes "10 × T" and its target becomes "Up to three creatures". Accessory: Lightcatcher Cage - 800 asta You are Resistant to bolt and light damage. If you enter Crisis, the effect of this accessory ceases until your next rest. Accessory: Ancient Pocketwatch - 600 Asta When using the Entropist skill Stolen Time, you may use any of its options one additional time per skill use (paying requisite MP cost as normal). 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What makes a 9/10 game not a 10/10 game? Why do video games end up bad? Which NPC would you least like to be stuck in a lift with? What food do they serve at the hypothetical Matthew Castle-themed cafe in Shibuya? These are some of the questions tackled in our first mailbag episode of 2026.Feel free to submit future mailbag questions in the Discord, or to backpagesgames@gmail.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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BAM! BAM! BAM! In LTC, our super seniors are just superheroes, and they need to clean up the danger that's unfolding in front of them. Connor sets his sights on the enemy. Rowan delegates. Craft chooses to trust.We're playing Masks for this campaign! You can access a running list of all the NPCs from Campaign 4 here.Sponsors- Bookshop.org, where the code we shared in the midroll will get you 10% off your order!Find Us Online- website: https://jointhepartypod.com- patreon: https://patreon.com/jointhepartypod- instagram: https://instagram.com/jointhepartypod- twitter: https://twitter.com/jointhepartypod- tumblr: https://jointhepartypod.tumblr.com- facebook: https://facebook.com/jointhepartypod- merch & music: http://jointhepartypod.com/merchCast & Crew- Game Master, Co-Producer: Eric Silver- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Sound Designer, Composer (Connor Lyons): Brandon Grugle- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Editor (Shelley Craft): Julia Schifini- Co-Host, Co-Producer (Rowan Rosen): Amanda McLoughlin- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: https://multitude.productionsAbout UsJoin the Party is an actual play podcast with tangible worlds, genre-pushing storytelling, and collaborators who make each other laugh each week. We welcome everyone to the table, from longtime players to folks who've never touched a roleplaying game before. Hop into our current campaign: the drama and excitement of a superhero high school! Or marathon our completed stories: Campaign 3 for a pirate story set in a world of plant- and bug-folk, the Camp-Paign for a MOTW game set in a weird summer camp, Campaign 2 for a modern superhero game, and Campaign 1 for a high fantasy story. And once a month we release the Afterparty, where we answer your questions about the show and how we play the game. New episodes every Tuesday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This might genuinely be some of the dumbest nonsense we have ever done. An avalanche, but backwards, improvised on the spot. Sure. Why not.We start this week's Action Surge with a quick visit to the media pen, because it is all about those important post-race interviews. Eyes firmly on the prize as we reflect on what was, honestly, an incredibly fitting conclusion for a horrible, misshapen horse.This episode took a turn that absolutely nobody was ready for, but was it fun? Absolutely. Raidion walks away with some extra movement, and Aoife takes the opportunity to complain about her lack of cool stuff. Naturally, we also take this moment to remind her that she actually has plenty of cool stuff already. Reality is, we are not especially objective-driven, and we are not particularly loot-driven either, which says a lot about Harry as a DM.We talk about NPCs and the way they can act as a conduit for conversations that players need to have, but cannot always have directly with each other. They allow space for humour and lightness, but also for more serious moments when they are needed.We also dig further into that sword, what might have happened if the party had tried to take it, and how the group might start piecing together what it all means. Kelnys, in particular, seems very invested in figuring it out.We talk about accents and how Harry uses them to subtly guide us as players and characters in certain directions. Yes, there is absolutely something about posh accents that gets a rise out of us, and we spend some time unpacking the impressions they can give.And now, we are back in the big city, and it is time to start exploring. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome back to RPGBOT.Podcast, where Ash is a Top GM™, Tyler is still emotionally processing Bastions, and Randall has discovered that Eberron finally lets you live your best divorced-dad-with-a-houseboat fantasy. In Part 2 of our review of Eberron: Forge of the Artificer, we leave the artificer workshop behind and dive headfirst into dragonmarked intrigue, mobile bastions, noir detectives, political backstabbing, and the deeply dangerous question: "What if my base could walk?" This episode contains airships, crime fiction, economic monopolies, and at least one moment where we realize the answer to most Eberron problems is "build a bigger construct." Show Notes In RPGBOT.Podcast – Eberron: Forge of the Artificer (Part 2), the hosts continue their in-depth review of the book by shifting focus away from the artificer class and into the broader Eberron ecosystem. This episode examines the character options beyond artificers, including dragonmarked feats, reworked species, and the lore implications of opening dragonmarks to wider character concepts. From there, the discussion moves into Bastions, including mobile bases like airships, lightning rail trains, and ships—raising important questions about gameplay practicality, narrative freedom, and whether your party should legally be allowed to own a war machine. The back half of the episode explores Eberron's storytelling frameworks, including noir-inspired Sharn inquisitives, dragonmarked house intrigue, and campaign structures built around politics, monopolies, and inevitable wars. Key Takeaways Dragonmarks are the backbone of this book. If you like dragonmarked houses, intrigue, and economic power struggles, this chapter delivers in spades. New species updates are a big win. Warforged as constructs, kalashtar as aberrations, and revamped korovar (half-elves) meaningfully impact gameplay and spell interactions. Dragonmark feats heavily favor spellcasters. Martials should be cautious—many benefits scale best with spellcasting. Mobile Bastions are conceptually excellent and mechanically… messy. Airships, trains, and ships are cool, but DMs will need to smooth the edges. Eberron leans hard into genre play. Noir detective stories, Renaissance-style intrigue, and political drama are clearly supported. High-level play quietly breaks old Eberron assumptions. The book embraces higher-level NPCs and epic conflicts, even if it bends earlier canon. Everything eventually leads to war. Political intrigue, dragonmarked monopolies, and bastions all point toward large-scale conflict—and that's very on-brand for Eberron. Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati
If you've ever been just high enough to question your entire existence, this episode is your new spiritual home. We're diving headfirst into the trippy, hilarious, mind-warping question:“What even is reality?”In this episode, we explore:Why your brain suddenly feels like it has four tabs open and all of them frozeThe strange moment when you look in the mirror high and think,“Is that really me… or just the meat suit I drive?”How we're all basically NPCs wandering around doing side questsThe weird glitch moments in real life—like when you walk into a room and forget whyWhy being high makes everything feel deeper than it actually is(“Bro… time isn't real. It's just vibes.”)The possibility that we're all living in a simulation run by someone who definitely forgot to update the softwareAnd the classic stoner spiral:“If reality is what I experience… who's experiencing ME?”This episode blends comedy, cannabis chaos, and stoner philosophy into one big, hilarious existential meltdown—in the best way.
Dan Bongino declares total war on black-pillers and grifters (many amplified by paid bot armies) trying to sabotage MAGA from within, especially as midterms loom. Marjorie Taylor Greene's explosive final day in Congress — is the backlash real or bot-farm manufactured division? Geopolitics: U.S. moves on Venezuelan oil (seizures, handovers, resource plays) with Greenland's strategic riches in the crosshairs. And the ultimate red-pill twist — how superior intelligence can drive you to madness in a world overrun by AI bot farms pushing propaganda, defeatism, and fake engagement to break minds and movements. No holds barred — truth over comfort.
With the threat at the school temporary taken care of, the Water's Edge seniors turn their attention towards Lake Town City and the looming danger lurking in the real world.We're playing Masks for this campaign! You can access a running list of all the NPCs from Campaign 4 here.Sponsors- Shaker & Spoon, where you can $20 off your first box at shakerandspoon.com/jointhepartyFind Us Online- website: https://jointhepartypod.com- patreon: https://patreon.com/jointhepartypod- instagram: https://instagram.com/jointhepartypod- twitter: https://twitter.com/jointhepartypod- tumblr: https://jointhepartypod.tumblr.com- facebook: https://facebook.com/jointhepartypod- merch & music: http://jointhepartypod.com/merchCast & Crew- Game Master, Co-Producer: Eric Silver- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Sound Designer, Composer (Connor Lyons): Brandon Grugle- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Editor (Shelley Craft): Julia Schifini- Co-Host, Co-Producer (Rowan Rosen): Amanda McLoughlin- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: https://multitude.productionsAbout UsJoin the Party is an actual play podcast with tangible worlds, genre-pushing storytelling, and collaborators who make each other laugh each week. We welcome everyone to the table, from longtime players to folks who've never touched a roleplaying game before. Hop into our current campaign: the drama and excitement of a superhero high school! Or marathon our completed stories: Campaign 3 for a pirate story set in a world of plant- and bug-folk, the Camp-Paign for a MOTW game set in a weird summer camp, Campaign 2 for a modern superhero game, and Campaign 1 for a high fantasy story. And once a month we release the Afterparty, where we answer your questions about the show and how we play the game. New episodes every Tuesday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Note: This Program Does Not Endorse the Lifestyle of the NPCs of this EpisodeMERCH ALERT! For the Holidays, we've re-released a bunch of classic designs out from the vault along with some new designs too! Check it all out in our store!Follow us on bluesky for goodness sake, it's fun! And it's probably the best way to contact us, all things considered.Special Thanks as always to Sydney and Benjamin Paul and Tyler Button, and our Big Freak Spacejamfan!This episode features additional sound design by Michaël Ghelfi. Michaël creates brilliantly crafted soundscapes and ambient tracks for all sort of productions and they make perfect accompaniment to your ttrpg home games. Find his work on YouTube, and support that good stuff on Patreon.Subscribe and Rate Rude Tales of Magic on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review!Advertise on Rude Tales of Magic via Gumball.fm.Support the show: https://www.rudetalesofmagic.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
When did we think that the parents we hadn't met yet would start popping up? Can you tell us more about Decoder Ring? And how did Dr. Prometheus get on the parent phone tree? All that and more on this Afterparty!We're playing Masks for this campaign! You can access a running list of all the NPCs from Campaign 4 here.Sponsors- Bookshop.org, where the code we shared in the midroll will get you 10% off your order!Find Us Online- website: https://jointhepartypod.com- patreon: https://patreon.com/jointhepartypod- instagram: https://instagram.com/jointhepartypod- twitter: https://twitter.com/jointhepartypod- tumblr: https://jointhepartypod.tumblr.com- facebook: https://facebook.com/jointhepartypod- merch & music: http://jointhepartypod.com/merchCast & Crew- Game Master, Co-Producer: Eric Silver- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Sound Designer, Composer (Connor Lyons): Brandon Grugle- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Editor (Shelley Craft): Julia Schifini- Co-Host, Co-Producer (Rowan Rosen): Amanda McLoughlin- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: https://multitude.productionsAbout UsJoin the Party is an actual play podcast with tangible worlds, genre-pushing storytelling, and collaborators who make each other laugh each week. We welcome everyone to the table, from longtime players to folks who've never touched a roleplaying game before. Hop into our current campaign: the drama and excitement of a superhero high school! Or marathon our completed stories: Campaign 3 for a pirate story set in a world of plant- and bug-folk, the Camp-Paign for a MOTW game set in a weird summer camp, Campaign 2 for a modern superhero game, and Campaign 1 for a high fantasy story. And once a month we release the Afterparty, where we answer your questions about the show and how we play the game. New episodes every Tuesday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join us as we continue our @Dungeons & Dragons actual play of a heavily customized Tyranny of Dragons with this session eighteen! You can buy Tyranny of Dragons here: https://amzn.to/3XJvuND https://youtube.com/live/Ub0FGy97SPM Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro 11:19 Chapter 4: On the Road – Life on the Road Continued 53:45 Chapter 5: Construction Ahead – Waterdeep 1:53:30 Chapter 5: Construction Ahead – Northbound, Again 2:00:51 Break 2:09:33 Chapter 5: Construction Ahead – Northbound, Again Continued 2:42:10 Chapter 5: Construction Ahead – Carnath Roadhouse 4:06:22 Outro Cast of Characters Elemier of the Thornwood | Kagonesti Elf, 4th Level Paladin of Kiri-Jolith, Oath of Vengeance | Ryan Elowyn | Kayolin Niedar Dwarf, 4th Level Cleric of Mishakal, Life Domain | Amy/@amyalys77 K’thriss | Aurak Draconian, 4th Level Fighter, Psi Warrior | Robert/@emtman25 Gunnar Thorvald | Nordmaar Human, 4th Level Barbarian, Path of the Wild Heart | Chris Garrick Bloodmoor | Icewall Human, 4th Level Rogue/Fighter/Ranger | Gregory Seto Hoshiko | Ran-Eli Human, 4th Level Warlock, Great Old One Patron | Gabriel/@PensiveDream Game Setup Last time on Tyranny of Dragons: As the heroes decide to chase after Li'High they run into the two doppelgangers from the caravan a week back. Then inadvertently wake an Ettin as Li'High communicates from the cliff that she wants K'thriss to join her. He tries to talk her down when another voice declares ownership of Li'High, and she disappears. The heroes do their best to track her to no avail. They decide to return and bury the corpse of Boros. Back at the caravan, Gunner notices one of the cultists recognizes him, and then points to a bracelet that a child has. Seemingly trying to start a problem, the cultists were let down as the heroes politely reclaim the bracelet and pay the travelers for it. That night, the cultists try to kill the party, but K'thriss informs on them, and the heroes overcome them. This does, however, create a problem. If they are known to be in the caravan still, the cultists might continue assassination attempts, alternatively, it also may blow up K'thriss' position. They decide to stay out of the caravan and follow to Witdel. Now at the town, a new hero joins the caravan, a Kagonesti paladin, a female gnome, and a male human with red tattoos he seems to be covering up on his head. This human joins the cultists caravan, and the gnome Jamna Gleamsilver offers to work with the heroes and the new Paladin, then a dead cultist body is found and the caravan, now under way to the next destination, is once again, in an upheaval. About Tyranny of Dragons The Return of Tiamat An epic draconic adventure for levels 1-15 The forces of Tiamat, Queen of Evil Dragons, bring war to the Forgotten Realms. Led by the sinister Cult of the Dragon, an army of dragons and foul villains wage a merciless campaign to unleash their draconic god upon the world. Opposing them is a desperate alliance including the heroic Harpers and treacherous Zhentarim. This fragile coalition needs heroes to unite them and find ways to resist the draconic threat. Do you have the courage to stand against the Cult of the Dragon and the threat of Tiamat’s immortal tyranny? Jump Into Play with D&D Beyond Purchasing a digital copy of this book unlocks it for use in the D&D BEYOND compendium and toolset. D&D BEYOND is the official digital toolset for DUNGEONS & DRAGONS. Create characters in minutes, play directly on your character sheets with digital dice, and prep less and play more with Dungeon Master tools like the Encounter Builder and Combat Tracker. Unlock Maps, D&D BEYOND’s virtual tabletop, with a Master Tier subscription. Host game sessions on dozens of official maps, or make your own and use our player and monster tokens to take your gaming to the next level! New features: Adds 31 tyrannical monsters to use in the Encounter Builder to create & run organized battles for your party Wield 13 new magical items against the forces of Tiamat with a click of your character sheet A good beginner adventure for Dungeon Masters including rollable tables, detailed maps, and unique NPCs
Chris punches the clown. Velma gets ready for her next opponent. Madi's body goes through a few changes.Disclaimer: We do not own or claim ownership of the Pokémon franchise and any Pokémon established in official canon. That's all owned by Nintendo, Game Freak, and Creatures. This is a fan-made podcast, and a love letter to a series we grew up with. Please support the official releases.PAUSE MENU PLUGS:Grinch Cover: https://youtu.be/UTLf054j5DQSupport the show on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/PKMNLegacyPost about the show on Bluesky and Twitter using #PKMNLegacy. Comment on our YouTube releases. Leave a review on your podcasting platform. We might use your name for our NPCs!Ariana Nicolehttps://youtube.com/@ArianaNicolehttps://bsky.app/profile/ariananicolegeorge.bsky.socialhttps://twitter.com/arianangeorgeChi-chihttps://youtube.com/@ChichiAihttps://bsky.app/profile/chichiai.bsky.socialhttps://twitter.com/ChichiAi/DryeGuyhttps://youtube.com/@DryeGuyhttps://bsky.app/profile/terrancedrye.bsky.socialhttps://twitter.com/terrancedryevaKayVoxhttps://youtube.com/@KayVoxhttps://bsky.app/profile/kpoplyk.bsky.socialhttps://twitter.com/KillianPoplykVASpecial thanks to JonRobertsVA for voicing Masonhttps://youtube.com/@TheBowTizzlehttps://twitter.com/jonrobertsvahttps://tiktok.com/@maineventman
It's a Christmas miracle for the people! After many many years, Metroid Prime 4 was finally released, and we came, saw, and conquered. But was it good? Andre, Steve, and Kevin all pitch in on this special Postgame Show to discuss all things Metroid Prime 4 up to and including the ending, so don't listen if you don't to be spoiled! Rate and review us wherever you listen to Fine Time Fine Time on Bluesky: @fineti.me Andre: @pizzadinosaur.fineti.me Steve: @monotonegent.fineti.me Kevin: @kevinflevin89.fineti.me [00:00] SPOILER WARNING [00:53] Intro - Reviews and Personal Expectations [06:41] What Did We Think? [11:33] Graphics On Switch 2 [18:26] Desert and Motorcycle Thrills [30:50] Mouse Controls [35:59] Map Design and Music [41:42] Combat and Bosses [49:44] NPCs and Hand-Holding [58:50] Ending [01:11:19] Odds and Ends + Bye!
POINNNG! When the Christian Devil's demon minions start possessing teachers, our super seniors have to step up and save the school (again).We're playing Masks for this campaign! You can access a running list of all the NPCs from Campaign 4 here.Sponsors- Bookshop.org, where the code we shared in the midroll will get you 10% off your order!Find Us Online- website: https://jointhepartypod.com- patreon: https://patreon.com/jointhepartypod- instagram: https://instagram.com/jointhepartypod- twitter: https://twitter.com/jointhepartypod- tumblr: https://jointhepartypod.tumblr.com- facebook: https://facebook.com/jointhepartypod- merch & music: http://jointhepartypod.com/merchCast & Crew- Game Master, Co-Producer: Eric Silver- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Sound Designer, Composer (Connor Lyons): Brandon Grugle- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Editor (Shelley Craft): Julia Schifini- Co-Host, Co-Producer (Rowan Rosen): Amanda McLoughlin- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: https://multitude.productionsAbout UsJoin the Party is an actual play podcast with tangible worlds, genre-pushing storytelling, and collaborators who make each other laugh each week. We welcome everyone to the table, from longtime players to folks who've never touched a roleplaying game before. Hop into our current campaign: the drama and excitement of a superhero high school! Or marathon our completed stories: Campaign 3 for a pirate story set in a world of plant- and bug-folk, the Camp-Paign for a MOTW game set in a weird summer camp, Campaign 2 for a modern superhero game, and Campaign 1 for a high fantasy story. And once a month we release the Afterparty, where we answer your questions about the show and how we play the game. New episodes every Tuesday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Welcome to Dungeon Mastering 101, my Dungeon Mastering course based on over 30 years of experience. In this series I will share my failures and successes and the lessons learned along the way. In this episode, I will cover Tools & Techniques. Freeing your attention so you can focus on the players. https://youtube.com/live/1qubh7qpd-M Show Notes Intro Welcome to another DragonLance Saga, Dungeon Mastering 101 episode! It is Palast, Frostkolt the 22nd, my name is Adam, and today I am continuing my Dragonlance Gaming series all about Dungeon Mastering. Today we are going to discuss freeing your attention so you can focus on the players in this Tools & Techniques episode. Don't forget to like and subscribe to this channel, ring the bell, and you can support this channel by becoming a Patron on Patreon, a Member of this YouTube channel, and you can pick up Dragonlance media, using my affiliate links in the description below. Discussion Core Idea: Tools Exist to Reduce Cognitive Load Every tool you use as a Dungeon Master should serve one purpose: freeing your attention so you can focus on the players. Tools are not there to make the game more complex or impressive. They exist to help you: think less decide faster react more clearly If a tool pulls your attention away from the table, it is not helping you. Principle 1 — Simplicity Beats Cleverness The best tools are easy to remember and fast to apply. Complex systems increase hesitation and slow momentum. A tool that works most of the time is better than one that works perfectly but rarely gets used. Your brain is already busy. Choose tools that respect that reality. Principle 2 — Tools Support Judgment, They Don't Replace It No checklist can replace awareness of table energy. Tools give you structure; you provide discernment. Use tools as scaffolding, not autopilot. A good DM knows when to follow a tool — and when to ignore it. Principle 3 — Momentum Is the Highest Priority Any technique that halts play for long explanations or searching is costing you engagement. Fast rulings, even imperfect ones, maintain immersion. Tools should help you keep the game moving forward. Flow matters more than precision. Principle 4 — Reusability Over Novelty Favor techniques you can use in: combat social scenes exploration downtime Reusable tools reduce prep time and increase confidence. If you can apply it everywhere, it belongs in your toolkit. Core DM Tools & Techniques The 40 / 30 / 30 Prep Rule 40%: situations and conflicts 30%: NPCs, locations, and factions 30%: flexible space for improvisation Prep for possibility, not control. The Encounter Skeleton Every encounter should have: an objective a hook escalating tension a clear exit This structure works for any type of scene. The “Yes, But…” Technique Encourages creativity without removing consequences. Keeps player agency intact. Prevents dead ends. “Yes” keeps the game alive. “But” keeps it interesting. The Three-Question Improv Tool When unsure, ask: What is the most likely outcome? What is the most interesting outcome? What is the most character-driven outcome? Choose based on the needs of the moment. The Spotlight Tracker (Mental or Physical) Notice who has spoken recently. Actively bring quieter players into scenes. Gently limit over-dominant voices. Balance creates trust. The Reincorporation Rule If players fixate on something, bring it back later. It creates the illusion of deep planning. It rewards curiosity. Interest is a signal. Follow it. Principle 5 — Tools for Managing Table Energy Adjust tone, pacing, or stakes when energy dips. Call breaks before burnout sets in. Change scene type to reset attention. A skilled DM manages people first, mechanics second. Principle 6 — Tools Should Be Invisible to Players The best techniques feel natural at the table. Avoid explaining your process mid-session. Let players experience outcomes, not mechanics. Immersion increases when the tools stay behind the screen. Summary Takeaway Tools and techniques are not about mastery — they are about support. They help you: stay present make faster decisions preserve momentum share the spotlight reduce stress When used well, tools disappear, and what remains is a smooth, engaging, human experience. That is the goal of Dungeon Mastering 101. Outro And that's it for this episode of Dungeon Mastering 101, Tools & Techniques! Do you have any tools and techniques you would like to share? Do using external tools take too much time at your table? Feel free to email me at info@dlsaga.com or leave a comment below. Thank you for tuning in. Don't forget to like and subscribe to this channel, ring the bell, and you can support this channel by becoming a Patron on Patreon, a Member of this YouTube channel, and you can pick up Dragonlance Gaming materials, using my affiliate links in the description below. Thank you Creator Patron Aaron Hardy, Producer Patron Azrael, and Developer Patron Chris Androu! This channel is all about celebrating the wonderful world of the Dragonlance Saga, and I hope you will join me in the celebration. Thank you for watching, this has been Adam with DragonLance Saga and until next time Slàinte mhath (slan-ge-var).
Join us for this very special episode, as our guest and very willing DM sits down behind the screen for his one-and-only effort, in this plot-heavy tale featuring incredibly deep NPCs, genius level riddles, and a very unique gaming system you've definitely never heard of before."Jangle Bell" - The fastest elf in Christmas town. "Tingle Tangle" - An elf that is not only known for her ability to fold a sharp corner, but for the fact that she wears nothing other than ribbons. "Wrangler Deer" - an elf that, wrangles..... deer?!?! And "Chestnut" - a sentient chestnut (or is he?)Four friends that have been tasked with saving Christmas despite several incredibly well-written and thoughtful stumbling blocks that are so craftfully placed before them!Happy Holidays from the whole C&F Crew!!!
Welcome to Campaign 3: Crownfall — and to Episode 0: Session Zero, where the foundation of our next epic story is forged. In this special kickoff episode, join Matt the Dungeon Master along with Bobby, Jess, Tyler, and Phillip as they gather around the table to shape their new characters, explore their intertwined backstories, and establish the relationships that will carry them into the dangerous world of Eclura.You'll hear the early sparks of character connections, important NPCs who influenced their pasts, and the first hints of the lore that will define Crownfall's unfolding mystery. Whether you're a longtime Twenty Sides listener or stepping into our adventures for the first time, this episode sets the stage for a story of political upheaval, ancient power, and the fight for a world on the brink.f you want deeper worldbuilding before Episode 1, tune in to the dedicated Crownfall Lore Episode, where we break down the history, factions, and forces that shape this campaignWant more Twenty Sides? Check the links below. Patreon | www.patreon.com/twentysidesInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/twentysidespod/YouTube | https://youtube.com/@twentysidespodcastDiscord | https://discord.gg/74kucBWZFh
In episode five of Chafing Armor Podcast, “The Hornless King” Gideon, the “human” rogue is missing, Jack Hasenpfefffer, alchemist rabbit-folk, Torrent Wobbletail, Axolotl cleric and war forged bard, Lexicon have met up with the mysterious ranger and look for answers, they find the in a strange, black pool, and the creature inside decides to take their intrusion personally! We are thrilled to have special guest Michael Cross as our guest today playing Elaris Nightrunner. Michael Cross hosts Morning Edition on KOSU as well as his personal Okie Geek Podcast. Michael began playing Dungeons and Dragons with his own friends as well as his father and his friends in the early 80s. After taking an extended break from the game, he returned to play in 5e with his son, Aidyn, who now DMs his own games with his friends. The true blessing was bringing his wife, Kimberly, into D&D. Michael Cross You can find Michael's links as well as Red Dirt DND below: Red Dirt DnD website: https://www.reddirtdnd.com/ My Twitter: https://x.com/kosumichaelc My Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KOSUMichaelCross/ Red Dirt Twitter: https://x.com/reddirtrpg Red Dirt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedDirtDnD/ Red Dirt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/reddirtdnd Join Chafing Armor on our Patreon! Extra Content! Wacky videos and more!Original Music by the talented Sam/Pyrte. You can find more of his music here! Did you know Chafing Armor has a Wiki? Find the info you want on your favorite characters or NPCs here! Listen to Chafing Armor on YouTube! Find Chafing Armor on ITunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts and more! Connect with your loveable Dungeon Master, Michael, directly. He's on Twitter and Instagram on @chafingarmor. Our Facebook page has lots of great D&D memes too! Dare is @Dareimagine on Instagram Rylee's art is @1princessbeast on Instagram Izzie's art is @swampfiendart on Instagram. And you can always reach me, producer of chafing armor directly at mrcorley at gmail dot com! And you can always reach me, producer of chafing armor directly at mrcorley at gmail dot com!
KER-SPLASH!! When the students need permission from professional superheroes to take on an overwhelming problem, there's only one group of people to call: parents and guardians. Yes, I mean all of the parents and guardians.We're playing Masks for this campaign! You can access a running list of all the NPCs from Campaign 4 here.Sponsors- Bookshop.org, where the code we shared in the midroll will get you 10% off your order!Find Us Online- website: https://jointhepartypod.com- patreon: https://patreon.com/jointhepartypod- instagram: https://instagram.com/jointhepartypod- twitter: https://twitter.com/jointhepartypod- tumblr: https://jointhepartypod.tumblr.com- facebook: https://facebook.com/jointhepartypod- merch & music: http://jointhepartypod.com/merchCast & Crew- Game Master, Co-Producer: Eric Silver- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Sound Designer, Composer (Connor Lyons): Brandon Grugle- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Editor (Shelley Craft): Julia Schifini- Co-Host, Co-Producer (Rowan Rosen): Amanda McLoughlin- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: https://multitude.productionsAbout UsJoin the Party is an actual play podcast with tangible worlds, genre-pushing storytelling, and collaborators who make each other laugh each week. We welcome everyone to the table, from longtime players to folks who've never touched a roleplaying game before. Hop into our current campaign: the drama and excitement of a superhero high school! Or marathon our completed stories: Campaign 3 for a pirate story set in a world of plant- and bug-folk, the Camp-Paign for a MOTW game set in a weird summer camp, Campaign 2 for a modern superhero game, and Campaign 1 for a high fantasy story. And once a month we release the Afterparty, where we answer your questions about the show and how we play the game. New episodes every Tuesday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In today's Daily Fix:Larian boss Swen Vincke confirmed some details about their upcoming game, Divinity. While the announcement trailer was decidedly not kid-friendly, the game's tone will be similar to Larian's hit RPG, Baldur's Gate 3, and it will be turn-based, too. Fans can also expect the game to hit early access, just like BG3. In other news, dataminers have unearthed about 30 more minutes of unused dialogue from Metroid Prime 4's NPCs. This basically confirms that the divisive NPCs were chattier than what's in the final game, but there's always a chance that DLC could unlock that content. And finally, Prime Video's Fallout Season 2 will be available a full day than originally announced. The first episode goes live tonight at 6pm Pacific.
Water's Edge Academy is back open and everyone's going back to class like the school didn't just get magically put back together by a deal with the Devil. Ah well, I'm sure everything will go back to normal, or whatever normal is supposed to be in Jupiter.We're playing Masks for this campaign! You can access a running list of all the NPCs from Campaign 4 here.Sponsors- Shaker & Spoon, where you can $20 off your first box at shakerandspoon.com/jointhepartyFind Us Online- website: https://jointhepartypod.com- patreon: https://patreon.com/jointhepartypod- instagram: https://instagram.com/jointhepartypod- twitter: https://twitter.com/jointhepartypod- tumblr: https://jointhepartypod.tumblr.com- facebook: https://facebook.com/jointhepartypod- merch & music: http://jointhepartypod.com/merchCast & Crew- Game Master, Co-Producer: Eric Silver- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Sound Designer, Composer (Connor Lyons): Brandon Grugle- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Editor (Shelley Craft): Julia Schifini- Co-Host, Co-Producer (Rowan Rosen): Amanda McLoughlin- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: https://multitude.productionsAbout UsJoin the Party is an actual play podcast with tangible worlds, genre-pushing storytelling, and collaborators who make each other laugh each week. We welcome everyone to the table, from longtime players to folks who've never touched a roleplaying game before. Hop into our current campaign: the drama and excitement of a superhero high school! Or marathon our completed stories: Campaign 3 for a pirate story set in a world of plant- and bug-folk, the Camp-Paign for a MOTW game set in a weird summer camp, Campaign 2 for a modern superhero game, and Campaign 1 for a high fantasy story. And once a month we release the Afterparty, where we answer your questions about the show and how we play the game. New episodes every Tuesday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode, we look at a series of recent arrests tied to online posts, comparing Britain's policing culture and firearms laws with American norms and examining how “feeling threatened” has become a legal standard. We discuss Alaska's new AI-driven digital identity system and the fears surrounding automated benefits, digital currency, and government control. We highlight the week's “foolishness” involving a racist outburst at a Cinnabon, and then turn to market news as Bitcoin drops and DJT stock continues to collapse. Our main topic explores whether AI can ever be sentient, what genuine inquisitiveness looks like, how people project humanity onto algorithms, and why the real risks stem from human psychology rather than runaway machines. We close with a discussion of how AI affects relationships, personal responsibility, and why students shouldn't rely on it to think for them. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:01 British Man Arrested Over Social Media Post 02:46 Police Overreach and “Feelings as Law” 05:14 Global Jurisdiction and Ridiculous Laws 06:51 Alaska's AI-Driven Digital Identity System 07:35 AI Applying for Benefits on Your Behalf 09:17 Digital Currency and Government Control Fears 12:11 Foolishness of the Week: The Cinnabon Racism Incident 13:22 Why Do Racists Get GoFundMes? 14:30 Bitcoin's Drop and the DJT Stock Collapse 19:36 Can AI Become Sentient? 22:05 The Inquisitiveness Test for Consciousness 26:31 Will AI Replace Human Relationships? 30:30 What Long-Term Interaction Reveals About AI 36:46 Asking AI About Sentience 40:00 Real Risks: Errors, Psychology, and Human Behavior 43:15 AI as a Mirror of Human Behavior 45:02 Practical and Realistic Uses of AI 50:18 Why Students Shouldn't Rely on AI for Schoolwork 53:40 Drug-fueled Observations on Human Behavior Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
French hit squads, MTG resignation, and NPCs take up most of our conversation tonight. Also, Trevor basically knows Joe Rogan now. Enjoy!Email us at happyfoolspodcast@gmail.comOrder Shroud-Pilled!Buy my book God's Eye View with this link: https://a.co/d/7CI89rvBuy the Audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/Gods-Eye-View-Audiobook/B0F55K2GT1?source_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdpWant to publish a book? Check out my publisher https://hemisphericpress.com/Check out our ad free substack: https://hemisphericpress.substack.com/
How are there so many threads in this crazy campaign? What inspired this version of Hell? Are carrots good vegetables or not? All that and more on this Afterparty!We're playing Masks for this campaign! You can access a running list of all the NPCs from Campaign 4 here.Sponsors- Uncommon Goods, where you can get 15% off at uncommongoods.com/jointhepartyFind Us Online- website: https://jointhepartypod.com- patreon: https://patreon.com/jointhepartypod- instagram: https://instagram.com/jointhepartypod- twitter: https://twitter.com/jointhepartypod- tumblr: https://jointhepartypod.tumblr.com- facebook: https://facebook.com/jointhepartypod- merch & music: http://jointhepartypod.com/merchCast & Crew- Game Master, Co-Producer: Eric Silver- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Sound Designer, Composer (Connor Lyons): Brandon Grugle- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Editor (Shelley Craft): Julia Schifini- Co-Host, Co-Producer (Rowan Rosen): Amanda McLoughlin- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: https://multitude.productionsAbout UsJoin the Party is an actual play podcast with tangible worlds, genre-pushing storytelling, and collaborators who make each other laugh each week. We welcome everyone to the table, from longtime players to folks who've never touched a roleplaying game before. Hop into our current campaign: the drama and excitement of a superhero high school! Or marathon our completed stories: Campaign 3 for a pirate story set in a world of plant- and bug-folk, the Camp-Paign for a MOTW game set in a weird summer camp, Campaign 2 for a modern superhero game, and Campaign 1 for a high fantasy story. And once a month we release the Afterparty, where we answer your questions about the show and how we play the game. New episodes every Tuesday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dr. K talks about what it really means to “have no personality” and why so many people feel like NPCs in their own life. He explains that a lot of people who say this aren't clinically depressed or totally isolated, but feel like life is just a series of side quests with no main quest, no clear sense of who they are, and no strong preferences of their own. He breaks down three big patterns he sees in these people: living by “what's right” instead of what they actually want, being extremely risk averse, and constantly chasing identity through groups and labels. From goths to gamers to political identities, he shows how over-identifying with a group can become a mask that blocks you from discovering your real self. He also defines personality in a concrete way: how you interpret situations, how you feel inside, and how you behave in response. Using examples from his practice and his own life, Dr. K talks about cultural conditioning (especially in immigrant and Asian families), the pressure to maximize your advantages, and how suppressing desire leads to a flat, “empty” existence. He then lays out what actually helps: noticing how comfort, efficiency, and fear shape your choices, allowing yourself to do things that aren't perfectly “optimal,” taking meaningful risks, and stretching your capacities instead of always staying where you're safe and competent. Over time, those choices are how you actually build a personality. Topics include:Feeling like an NPC, side quests without a main questThe trap of always doing the “right” or efficient thingComfort and risk aversion as personality killersIdentity vs identification (goth, gamer, trad wife, politics, etc.)How family expectations and culture suppress desireWhat personality really is: perception, internal reaction, behaviorWhy you fantasize about disaster forcing you to “prove yourself”Noticing your mental rulebook and changing itStretching your competence instead of “smurfing” through life HG Coaching : https://bit.ly/46bIkdo Dr. K's Guide to Mental Health: https://bit.ly/44z3Szt HG Memberships : https://bit.ly/3TNoMVf Products & Services : https://bit.ly/44kz7x0 HealthyGamer.GG: https://bit.ly/3ZOopgQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SNIKT! Like most things you get up to as teenagers when you don't have school, our super seniors have nothing better to do than walk around a circle of hell helping a rat with telekinesis try to get his soul back. But all that glitters isn't gold (or hellish baubles), as you need to watch your back for the Devil's eyes when you're walking his home turf.We're playing Masks for this campaign! You can access a running list of all the NPCs from Campaign 4 here.Sponsors- Bookshop.org, where the code we shared in the midroll will get you 10% off your order!Find Us Online- website: https://jointhepartypod.com- patreon: https://patreon.com/jointhepartypod- instagram: https://instagram.com/jointhepartypod- twitter: https://twitter.com/jointhepartypod- tumblr: https://jointhepartypod.tumblr.com- facebook: https://facebook.com/jointhepartypod- merch & music: http://jointhepartypod.com/merchCast & Crew- Game Master, Co-Producer: Eric Silver- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Sound Designer, Composer (Connor Lyons): Brandon Grugle- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Editor (Shelley Craft): Julia Schifini- Co-Host, Co-Producer (Rowan Rosen): Amanda McLoughlin- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: https://multitude.productionsAbout UsJoin the Party is an actual play podcast with tangible worlds, genre-pushing storytelling, and collaborators who make each other laugh each week. We welcome everyone to the table, from longtime players to folks who've never touched a roleplaying game before. Hop into our current campaign: the drama and excitement of a superhero high school! Or marathon our completed stories: Campaign 3 for a pirate story set in a world of plant- and bug-folk, the Camp-Paign for a MOTW game set in a weird summer camp, Campaign 2 for a modern superhero game, and Campaign 1 for a high fantasy story. And once a month we release the Afterparty, where we answer your questions about the show and how we play the game. New episodes every Tuesday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Welcome back to Cult Season, where we continue our sincere attempt to make you feel a little bit worse about the world and everything in it.This week, we turn to Stefan Molyneux, online pioneer, prolific content creator, and self-proclaimed most popular philosopher in the world. Alternatively his wikipedia entry describes him as "an Irish-born Canadian white nationalist podcaster and proponent of conspiracy theories, white supremacy, scientific racism, and the men's rights movement." Charming...One thing is for sure: Molyneux is the only man alive who can turn literally any question into a monologue that combines demonic liberals, cutting off friends and family, and female reproductive choices. A true Renaissance man for people who hate Renaissance values.In this first episode we take a brief tour through the Molyneux Expanded Universe™, which includes some infamous clips from his early days as the creator of an online 'philosophy' cult themed around anti-spanking, anarcho-capitalism, and misogyny. We also cover his pivot to MAGA apologetics and overt white nationalism and finally to late-stage Molyneux, where he now lurks in Twitter Spaces, berating callers and insisting the world is populated by demon-ridden NPCs gleefully urinating on their moral superiors.Look forward to learning about his extensive rhetorical techniques, which include thin-skinned narcissism, a penchant for violent metaphors usually featuring urine and anal torture, his constant demand that listeners cut off their families and, of course, his favourite claim: that anyone who disagrees with him is a man-whore NPC who wants to kill you.Also featuring:A Weinstein cameo (because of course)Chris recounting the proto–Decoding the Gurus origin story involving a Facebook post and some early Molyneux contentAnd a rare chance to hear Matt physically wince at a Rocky Horror cold openIf you've ever wanted to hear a preening narcissist berate his listener for raising entirely reasonable points... well, this is the episode for you.Scott Adams should be careful, a new contender has emerged for his crown...Part 2 coming soon, assuming we survive this one.LinksFreedomain Radio 6162: The Most Frightening Fact! (Twitter/X Space)Philosophy student reviews Molyneux's The Art of the ArgumentMichael Shermer's amazing excuse for endorsing MolyneuxFormer guest discusses Molyneux's descent into racist pseudoscience (2016)Guardian article (2008) on Molyneux's online cult & “DeFooing”Daily Mail article (2015) on a family impacted by Molyneux's communityDaily Beast profile on Molyneux during his Trump pivotSPLC profile on Stefan...
KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK! Who is rapping, rapping at my cabin door? “'Tis some visitor,” I muttered, “tapping at my chamber door— Only this and nothing more. Wait, we're not supposed to be at this cabin and we're literally in Hell. Oh no. Uh oh.”We're playing Masks for this campaign! You can access a running list of all the NPCs from Campaign 4 here.Sponsors- Bookshop.org, where the code we shared in the midroll will get you 10% off your order!Find Us Online- website: https://jointhepartypod.com- patreon: https://patreon.com/jointhepartypod- instagram: https://instagram.com/jointhepartypod- twitter: https://twitter.com/jointhepartypod- tumblr: https://jointhepartypod.tumblr.com- facebook: https://facebook.com/jointhepartypod- merch & music: http://jointhepartypod.com/merchCast & Crew- Game Master, Co-Producer: Eric Silver- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Sound Designer, Composer (Connor Lyons): Brandon Grugle- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Editor (Shelley Craft): Julia Schifini- Co-Host, Co-Producer (Rowan Rosen): Amanda McLoughlin- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: https://multitude.productionsAbout UsJoin the Party is an actual play podcast with tangible worlds, genre-pushing storytelling, and collaborators who make each other laugh each week. We welcome everyone to the table, from longtime players to folks who've never touched a roleplaying game before. Hop into our current campaign: the drama and excitement of a superhero high school! Or marathon our completed stories: Campaign 3 for a pirate story set in a world of plant- and bug-folk, the Camp-Paign for a MOTW game set in a weird summer camp, Campaign 2 for a modern superhero game, and Campaign 1 for a high fantasy story. And once a month we release the Afterparty, where we answer your questions about the show and how we play the game. New episodes every Tuesday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this mind-expanding conversation with personal empowerment mentor and shamanic dreaming arts teacher Joel Schafer, we dive deep into the Toltec wisdom that redefines what it means to awaken and reclaim our power in a world full of distraction and distortion. Joel shares how ancient shamanic practices, rooted in not doing, recapitulation, and dreaming arts, help us recover the energy and attention lost to modern chaos. We explore how slowing down time, grounding in nature, and dissolving self-importance open portals to heightened perception, intuitive awareness, and true freedom.Joel also sheds light on how unseen forces manipulate our attention through fear and drama, and how to become “unpalatable” to energetic harvesting by mastering presence and sovereignty. We unpack his experiences with cult dynamics, shadow teachers, and the seduction of power—lessons that reveal how even spiritual seekers can lose their way without self-honesty and humor.From lucid dreaming and parallel lives to the pitfalls of false enlightenment, Joel offers a grounded yet mystical roadmap for living impeccably—one rooted in trust, silence, and direct experience rather than ideology. If you've ever wondered how to truly unbind from the collective trance and remember who you are beneath the programming, this episode will leave you rethinking time, power, and the very nature of reality itself.DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended for diagnosing or treating illnesses. The hosts disclaim responsibility for any adverse effects from using the information presented. Consult your healthcare provider before using referenced products. This podcast may include paid endorsements.THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY:BEAM MINERALS | Use code LUKE for 20% off your order at lukestorey.com/beam QUANTUM UPGRADE | Get a 15-day free trial with code LUKE15 at lukestorey.com/quantumupgradeJUST THRIVE | Head to lukestorey.com/justthrive and use code LUKE20 to save 20%. EONS | Visit lukestorey.com/eons and use code LUKE20 to save 20%.MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE:(00:00:00) The Art of Slowing Down Time(00:16:55) The Toltec Path & the Shadows of Power(00:37:55) Inside Cult Dynamics, Power Hooks, & Getting Out(00:50:15) Enlightenment, Don Juan, & the Real Toltec Lineage(01:07:38) Non-Linear Time, Parallel Lives, & Breaking the Illusion(01:21:15) NPCs, Simulation Theory, & Pattern-Breaking Your LifeResources:• Website: joelschafer.com • Instagram: instagram.com/joel.schafer • Facebook: facebook.com/joel.schafer.56 • X: x.com/joelschafer2 • TikTok: tiktok.com/@joelschafer123 • YouTube:
So… uh… we can't go to school if there is no school. Now what?We're playing Masks for this campaign! You can access a running list of all the NPCs from Campaign 4 here.Sponsors- United by Blue, creators of sustainable apparel and outdoor gear. Use code jointheparty for 20% off at https://unitedbyblue.comFind Us Online- website: https://jointhepartypod.com- patreon: https://patreon.com/jointhepartypod- instagram: https://instagram.com/jointhepartypod- twitter: https://twitter.com/jointhepartypod- tumblr: https://jointhepartypod.tumblr.com- facebook: https://facebook.com/jointhepartypod- merch & music: http://jointhepartypod.com/merchCast & Crew- Game Master, Co-Producer: Eric Silver- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Sound Designer, Composer (Connor Lyons): Brandon Grugle- Co-Host, Co-Producer, Editor (Shelley Craft): Julia Schifini- Co-Host, Co-Producer (Rowan Rosen): Amanda McLoughlin- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: https://multitude.productionsAbout UsJoin the Party is an actual play podcast with tangible worlds, genre-pushing storytelling, and collaborators who make each other laugh each week. We welcome everyone to the table, from longtime players to folks who've never touched a roleplaying game before. Hop into our current campaign: the drama and excitement of a superhero high school! Or marathon our completed stories: Campaign 3 for a pirate story set in a world of plant- and bug-folk, the Camp-Paign for a MOTW game set in a weird summer camp, Campaign 2 for a modern superhero game, and Campaign 1 for a high fantasy story. And once a month we release the Afterparty, where we answer your questions about the show and how we play the game. New episodes every Tuesday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
It's hard for young tech workers to find a job, even with the AI buildout bonanza. This has spawned a curious worldview that fears AI is coming for our jobs and a drive to be at the top of the AI food chain. This, tech writer Jasmine Sun believes, is revealed in the emerging dialect of Silicon Valley tech workers. Today on the show, San Francisco slang. Jasmine Sun takes us on a tour of high-agency 996ers and NPCs to see what it could mean for our present and our future.Related episodes: No AI data centers in my backyard!How much is AI actually affecting the workforce?For sponsor-free episodes of The Indicator from Planet Money, subscribe to Planet Money+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Fact-checking by Sierra Juarez. Music by Drop Electric. Find us: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Newsletter. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
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