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This is the debut episode of the new collaboration with Sol Nox. Karl and I launch THE SAVAGE WORLD OF ROBERT E. HOWARD. It's going to be an epic undertaking, covering the vast body of work or the master of sword and sorcery fantasy. This week, we discuss WORMS OF THE EARTH featuring the doomed Pictish king Bran Mak Morn. Intro: “Bran's Theme” – Vasilek Outro: “Worms of the Earth “- Vasilek
This Week on the Toy Power Podcast; we are back all back together in the studio again; to bring in all the Latest News! Kicking things off with quite a few MOTU Toy Headlines; branching all sub-categories of the brand - including a Playset! Neca continue to flip through the pages of the Mirage Comics, & questionably bring us Figures from those stories. Playmates announce a 2pk with BLOOD attributes!! As well as a potential Lawsuit to protect their work....? McFarlane continue to produce Batman products & Transformers Missing Link announce a unique offering in the form of G1 Ironhide & Ratchet. Trent gets super nostalgic over Goof-Troop; plus we have more Fighters announced from Jada & McFarlane too. Rounding out the News is a beautiful nod to the influential man that was Jack Kirby; in the form of a street named after him! Then we have a very close in-hand review of the amazingly intricate HeatBoys TMNT Figures. These Figures are absolutely extraordinary; with their Die-Cast designed Mech-Suits. They are honestly like nothing we have seen in the TMNT franchise before!! All this & more! Enjoy!!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This Week on the Toy Power Podcast; we are unfortunately once again missing Scot; but making up the Forth Member of the show; & back from his recent UK Trip; we have Special Guest: Matt Tealeó! Matt systematically guides us through his most recent Toy Hunting Tour through UK! Kicking things off at "Leicester Vintage" & "Retrodee Toys"; with a very difficult mindset of self control & retaining enough money for the rest of the Trip! Then traveling next to the impressive: "Space Bridge"; which certainly holds up its name for Transformers fans! Next adventure was "The Vintage ToyMonster"; that was very well stocked indeed. Moving on next to: "Back To The Retro" which was positioned in a Mall. Then heading over to the incredibly well curated & equally spectacular: "Retro By Ronnie." Touring on then to both "Nerdbase" & "The London Toyshop". Next expedition was to "Hertfordshire Vintage Toys," with their striking Cabinet presentations! Then wrapping up at the awe-inspiring "88mph Toys" which seemed to have everything!! Then we bring it back to the Studio; with an exciting Gift-Box from Matt; for us to open! Wrapping up the Episode is a great overlook of what we are each Reading, Playing &/or Watching! Enjoy! To find more from Matthew Teale - please check out his very Toy Focused Instagram page: @Tealeos_ToyBox Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This Week on the Toy Power Podcast; we are unfortunately missing Master Scot; but standing his spot is Special Guest: Matt Tealeó! Kicking things off, we have some somber News as we morn the loss of the Creator of He-Man; Roger Sweet. RIP great sir. Then onto more positive things; with Movie Masters Toys hitting our local stores in a big way; just how deep are we already with purchases?! Lots of awesome things coming out of Mondo plus another shot at Tron from the team at Hasbro. Marvel Legends continues to impress us; especially with their New Rivals offers! Arguments about how to pronounce "Mate" - & this is coming from a bunch of Aussies! Neca - we are directing this at you! Then we take off our Headphones, & suit up with our key choices of Superpowered Helmets! Yep, its time for another segment of The Team! Featuring you guessed it: The Good-Guys behind the Mobile Armored Strike Kommand! Selecting key characters that best suit the catagories for: Leader, Muscle, Specialist, Wheelman; as well as an Iconic Vehicle too!! Do YOU agree with our final Choices?! All this & more; ENJOY!! To find more from Matthew Teale - please check out his very Toy Focused Instagram page: @Tealeos_ToyBox Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pinnacle Entertainment Group is launching a Kickstarter campaign on Tuesday, May 5th, 2026, for East Texas University: Fresh Blood, a fully updated edition of their cult-favorite college horror setting for the Savage Worlds roleplaying game. The game, set in Pinebox, Texas, blends campus life with supernatural horror, challenging players to balance their academic lives with survival against strange and deadly forces. The new edition updates the fan-favorite setting for the latest Savage Worlds Adventure Edition and introduces a brand-new Plot Point Campaign that carries players through their entire college career. The campaign features a 228-page core book, the Chickens in the Mist graphic novel, and an accessories box. Modiphius Entertainment announced the upcoming release of the Star Trek Adventures 2E: Allies and Adversaries Sourcebook, slated for July 2026. This 128-page, full-color supplement for the Star Trek Adventures RPG is geared primarily toward Gamemasters and offers new lore and mechanics for the various factions and NPCs in the Star Trek Universe. The book provides detailed background information on major powers, including the Borg, Cardassians, Dominion, Klingon Empire, Romulans, and Tholians. Additionally, it expands on NPC content with new stat blocks and includes rules and guidance for creating original creatures. The physical hardcover version will retail for $54 USD. Wizards of the Coast (WotC) has launched a new official Actual Play show called Dungeon Masters, starring Jasmine Bhullar as the Dungeon Master. Alongside the show, WotC is releasing free Play-Along Packs, which are standalone encounters designed for home games and include early access to a monster from Ravenloft: The Horrors Within. The first pack, “Zombie Clot,” features a fight in the village of Hroth, where a grieving doctor has unleashed undead horrors. This pack provides stats for the Swarm of Zombie Limbs and the Zombie Clot, which is described as a putrid mass of rotten flesh with a singular will. Two new softcover adventures for the Mothership Sci-Fi Horror RPG are now available: Orphans and Straight Arrows. Orphans by Tuesday Knight Games is a one-shot starter adventure that is highly-regarded as an excellent introduction to the system. In it, player characters (PCs) are a corporate retrieval team sent to Imuen Station to find two missing children, who are being protected by “AUNTIE,” a terrifying creature made of moss and bones. Straight Arrows by RAC Computing is a 36-page campaign setting where the PCs are bounty hunters for the insidious Arrow Biomed corporation, performing extrajudicial abductions of privileged addicts. This module focuses on a gritty, dystopian corporate horror vibe and incorporates social issues like drug crime and a tiered healthcare system. #dungeonmasters #stal #eturpg #mothership East Texas University: Fresh Blood: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/545820095/east-texas-university-fresh-blood-savage-worlds D&D Beyond Play Along Pack: https://www.dndbeyond.com/claim/source/dungeon-masters-zombie-clot-play-along-pack Orphans: https://www.tuesdayknightgames.com/products/orphans Straight Arrows: https://www.tuesdayknightgames.com/products/straight-arrows Dune Bundles: Physical – https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/1G1KE9 Digital – https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/WO4PBA Warmachine on MyMiniFactory: https://mmf.io/upturned Mantic Companion App: https://companion.manticgames.com/ Use our Referral code: MCTXEE Support Us by Shopping on DTRPG (afilliate link): https://www.drivethrurpg.com?affiliate_id=2081746 Matt’s DriveThruRPG Publications: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Matthew%20Robinson https://substack.com/@matthewrobinson3 Chris on social media: https://hyvemynd.itch.io/ Jeremy's Links: http://www.abusecartoons.com/ http://www.rcharvey.com Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/upturnedtable Give us a tip on our livestream: https://streamlabs.com/upturnedtabletop/tip Donate or give us a tip on Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2754JZFW2QZU4 Intro song is “Chips” by KokoroNoMe https://kokoronome.bandcamp.com/
This Week on the Toy Power Podcast; we are all back together again in the studio; ready to share our latest exciting Stories of Adventure! Scot traveled to Melbourne & caught the 20th Anniversary of Wrestle Rock; as well as the Evil Dead -Musical; along with his partner Jo, Brett & Sarah. Frank traveled with his Family to Japan, & soaked in the awesome atmosphere & Culture! Including the height of Cherry Blossom Season! Disneyland certainly proved to be the happiest place on earth; plus creating new friends too! Ben car-pooled with Davey to Ballarat Victoria, for the incredibly entertaining Live Recording of Passive Aggressive ep 200! Then a trip to Melbourne to catch Renegades Of Wrestling! Trent & Fam adventured to Japan too - with some amazing stories of Universal Studios & Toy Hunting as far as his feet could take him!! Then we bring it back to our local area; in which Ben, Frank & Scot attended Brett & Sarah's: Adelaide Comic & Toy Fair event! We each sold there & had the best day! With all said above - you can only imagine what we each come together to get amped-up about.... Our Latest Scores! This is a rather big boost from each of us; as we shout-out the goodies we have got from all over the place!! All this & more - enjoy this extended ep!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This Week on the Toy Power Podcast; we once again welcome Special Guest Brett Owen into the studio! With his incredible insightful knowledge & overall Collection too; of Mattel's Secret Wars Toyline! With an impressive Roster of characters from all around the Marvel Universe! Kicking off in the early 80s; including a very impressive assortment of Vehicles & Playset. Brett drops some fact bombs that shock the Toy Power team; and he also has some great Toys from his personal collection to chat towards - including (but not limited to); the Doom Copter & Freedom Fighter sets. Then after a fantastic response from our listeners; Trent digs out another retro issue of ToyFare Magazine - in the new segment dubbed: From The Archives! With a look-back at the previous Top-10 list from Toyfare issue #11; how does that stand up against an apparently Fan-Voted 64 Action Figure Tournament -from the pages of ToyFare issue #38?!?! A fun guessing game for the crew; as they try & guess who will be (or was), the Overall Winner?! Do you agree; or were your own guesses different to ours? Enjoy!! Check out Brett on Instagram: @MyNameIsBrett & be sure to follow the Adelaide Comic & Toy Fair on all Social Media platforms! Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This Week on the Toy Power Podcast; after a flawless start without Frank; we get the ball rolling with Special Guest Brett Owen; assisting us with his one good leg! Latest News starts off with a personal addition to Ben's family in the form of a Four-Legged Friend named: Ziggy! Then we venture into the Plastic Meat Ball world of Battle Of The Planets! Mego have a neat exclusive Marvel set that looks very faithful, but has proved difficult to obtain in the past. YHS continue to entertain the Head-Lines with a New Cyptoids announcement in the form of: Bat-Boy! McFarlane & Entertainment Earth combine forces with a tease of more Super Powers figures.... Plus more announcements of G.I. Joe Classified Figures from the latest Hasbro Pulse Livestream. Then Ben goes down the Rabbit-Hole of a New-ish Modern Toyline that genuinely has something for all; including offers for the die-hard Vintage Toy fans too!! To get a more information & potentially purchase the "Rover Robin" offers; please check out: https://pearia.co (or Google PeariA for your nearest potential stockist of these high quality toys.) Check out Brett on Instagram: @MyNameIsBrett & be sure to follow the Adelaide Comic & Toy Fair on all Social Media platformsSupport the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben is still recovering so the three Musketeers are at it again. Scot takes us on a trip across the galaxy and comic book history as we look at what might just be the first ever comic book crossover super team. Avengers? Justice League? Never heard of em. Make mine: Defenders of the Earth. These guys are so old school, Scot has to explain where the term "Pulp" Action Heroes comes from! Going a little less further back in time, Trent debuts a new segment called "From the Archives" where we delve into the mind of 1990s Toyfare Magazine writers to see just what they were smoking. And much like the 90s itself, things are a little, funky. We also preview another new segment and some of our upcoming international travels! It's all happening! Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For a week when there "wasn't much going on", there's still plenty to talk about! Mattel seem to have worked out the livestream formula. Frank is possibly out on one line of Turtles - but in deep trouble with another! Todd does Todd things while Gatchaman makes some waves. Is Scot on the hook for a second Hot Toys figure? We then recap the grand finale of our good friends at Radical Rewind who go out on possibily the best sequel of all Time. Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This Week on the Toy Power Podcast; we get the ball rolling with another Classic Round of The Team. This episode focusing on two unique 80's Toy Properties that are much larger than majority of your other Action-Figures in your ToyBox. Centurions & Bravestarr; join forces to build the Ultimate Good-Guys Crew! Consisting of the stand-out Characters that fit the criteria of: Leader, Muscle, Specialist & Wheelman. Plus an Iconic Vehicle they can get around in! (Spoiler alert, there aren't many characters to pull from this round, so be ready for some clear winners & some heated debate too! Then in our second segment for the episode; we lean on another staple classic topic: Show & Tell. With a VERY mixed bag of Toys to chat towards, its an overall fun round table discussion around what each of us have brought in; as well as why each item is special in it's own right. Enjoy! Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This Week on the Toy Power Podcast; we kick off with some rather sad News, that's hits very close to the Aussie Community, as we morn the loss of Jamie Dunn; the Voice & puppeteer of Agro. A staple of Australian programs & so many laughs! Then we bounce around with other News & Announcements, with everything from Thunder Cats, as well as a few Masters Of The Universe Reveals too. Mondo have another pair of Squads, this time from DC Comics & Lego create a damn near perfect Racecar. Plus Splinter from Mezco, is phenomenal - made more special with the amount of things he comes with. Then we check our Mail-Boxes & celebrate some of our Latest Scores! Samurai Pizza Cats, Mythic Legions Snakes & a slew of SilverHawks are among the praises! Then a round table chat towards 'State Of The Nation.' Our honest insights towards how we are tracking with our collections, plus what we might have planned for the future! All this & more! Enjoy!!! Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This Week on the Toy Power Podcast; we welcome our first Guest of 2026 - our great Canadian Friend: Colin Betts! Touching on some Latest News Topics, we hit the ground running highlighting an Incredible Custom Project - called: Ultimate Beasts! A re-imagining of the 80's Hasbro / Takara Battle Beasts Toys. (These Newly styled Figures are up for grabs via website bellow.) Then we touch on some of more News & Reveals from New York Toy Fair. First up are the fantastic offering of New Micronauts figures from Super7. Then we go though the Exciting selection of G.I. Joe offerings, boh from Super7 as well as Hasbro's Classified line-up. Then Colin covers some News a lot closer to his home - namely an update on the status & concern of ToysRus in Canada. Unfortunately the Famous Geoffrey the Giraffe, looks like he will be hanging up his hat sooner than later..... Find out more about the custom: 'Ultimate Beasts' Line.Instagram: @UltimateBeasts_ToysWebsite: www.alstoyfarm.etsy.comSupport the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We talk about Tabletop Gaming Live, our first convention event of the year, and chat in Millie Lavelle about RPG plans for EK Games Expo00.00.40: Introductions00.02.53: World of Gaming: Mantic Games announce a Ghost in the Shell RPG (not to be confused with Ghost in the Shell Arise - or "Ghost in the Machine"?! What was Matthew on?!); Cohors Cthulhu Larium Adventures is out (we divert into how often phasers are "locked" in Start Trek); SLA industries Savage Worlds edition announced; Tunnels and Trolls beta quickstart released; late pledges on The Cosmographers Atlas showcase some beautiful illustration; Ryan Dancy leaves AEG after AI commentary.00.53.08: Matthew's Tabletop Gaming Live Report01.04.33: Interview: Millie Lavelle on UK Games Expo epic games01.19.02: Next time and Goodbye Effekt is brought to you by Effekt Publishing. Music is by Stars in a Black Sea, used with kind permission of Free League Publishing.Like what we do?Sign up for updates on Tales of the Old West via our website and download Tales of the Old West QuickDraw available for free on DriveThru. The core rules are now available on DriveThru too.Put our brand on your face! (and elsewhere)Buy pdfs via our DriveThru Affiliate linkLeave a review on iTunes or PodchaserFind our Actual Play recordings on effektap ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Yeah we a bit late to the party but we're ready to party none the less! Some big news dropped before and during New York Toy Fair 2026 and we are here for it. The future of TMNT at Mattel, NECA dropping some great new licenses, and even some more obscure lines like MASK, JEM and ol' mate Toxie get some love here. There's SO much to talk about, we actually leave some big licenses OFF this ep so we can chat about it with a Canadian expert next week! Who had the most Shuttup and Take My Monies? Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Today Scot spends half the episode standing up - he's just tooo excited to unbox his newest and possibly most expensive toy ever. There is only - DOOM. Hot Toys styles. And as it's Valentines Day, we pay tribute to the pop culture love interests that were a huge part of our childhoods, but never got a figure because, the eighties. Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is a 1:1 conversation with Scott Welker, long-time gamer and successful game designer, and most importantly for this video: 30 years of experience in the Navy working his way up to the top of the Enlisted ranks. With titles based in Savage Worlds, D20, Year Zero, and soon a system of his own making. Scott is one half of @ThievesGuildGamingOfficial. Our conversation is an examination of concerns with representing rank and social differences in RPGs, things to consider when making them a part of play, perspectives to view rank from, and some suggestions for making it seem real enough to satisfy the needs of your group. Scott has written a game for Savage Worlds called Task Force Raven which puts the players in the roles of Tier 1 Operators and that plays its own role in our discussion. We do not discuss his Year Zero cyberpunk release, Neon Blood, but it too has fertile ground for including this sort of play. Neon Blood can be found here in an OSR version, and here for its YZE version.CONTACT ME:Send in a voice message via Speakpipe!Ubiquity Roleplaying Games Discord@Runeslinger for YouTube, TwiXter, BlueSky, and Facebook
This Week on the Toy Power Podcast; we board the Hype Train - as we take a look at all the latest News! Neca with another Sesame Street Figure - this round Big Bird! Then a tease from Neca regarding the upcoming Muppets Toyline. But will they potentially live up to the Palisades offerings from 20+ years ago? Hasbro tease New Collaborations from both Voltron & Street Fighter. Both these franchise have Movies on the way - what can we expect? The Emperor is cashing in on Ben's Wallet - as a Foreign Micronauts figure is teased from Super7. Superman from Mondo - is just OUTSTANDING. But so is the Mondo Man-At-Arms too! Then we continue the MOTU chat as we breakdown the Movie Toy Announcements thus far! Both the Chronicles offerings plus the basic 5inch line too. Then we switch gears & chat towards the Excitement of what is being announced on the Big Screen. 2026 Hit or Shit of Cinema. A fun discussion & further solidifies how exciting 2026 will be for Pop-Culture fans of all different ages & passions! Enjoy this extended recording!!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This Week on Toy Power Podcast; we rewind a little; as we chat about our time off. What did each of us get up-to, over the Xmas Break? Then, with our time away from the Mics, there has been some exciting News Announcements & Reveals! We do our very best to cover the biggest & most exciting topics that have hit our radar. Including, but not limited to: The Cancelation of The TMNT License from Playmates. A Cross-Over tease that no one had on their Bingo Cards: TMNT X G.I. Joe?! MOTU Origins announcements of New Characters. A discussion around the Lego Smart Brick. Then we literally unwrap some Fantastic Gifts from our Amazing Canadian Friend Colin Betts! All this & more! Enjoy this extended recording!!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This Week on Toy Power Podcast; we celebrating our return to the Mics with an exciting Trailer Breakdown - Yes, of course its all around the New Official Masters Of The Movie Trailer. What do we all think?Then its time to Celebrate 2025 with our Awards & Celebrations! Our Patreons Voted in Categories & we Opened the voting up for all around our Social Media to vote for The Best Of The Best.Categories we cover are:- Best Movie- Best TV Show- Best Non-Toy Category (Statues, Video Games, Merchandise etc.)- Favourite "pre 2020" toy purchase (did you buy something vintage or something from a few years ago this year? Shout it out; we would love to hear what it was!!)- Best Value Toy (or Toyline)- Toy Most Fun To Play With- Best Looking Toy- Biggest Toy/Franchise Flop of 2025- Biggest Toy Related Surprise of 2025 (That came out of nowhere in your opinion)- Best Oversized/Giant OR BAF Toy- Best overall Toyline (as an entirety of 2025)- "Darren Filsell" Award for the Best Action Figure released in 2025Thankyou for everyone's votes! It created a really diverse list of things; but also made clear some stand-out products too!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This Week on Toy Power Podcast; we are taking a close look at a few of the New Mondo TMNT Soft Vinyl Figures - namely: Baxter Stockman, Ray Fillet & Mondo Gecko! With close comparisons of how they compare with their Vintage Counterparts & just what makes these figures so unique from anything that has come before! (Plus: a bit of a wish-list too!) Then we take a look at what 2026 has in the space of upcoming Films! Aside from the obvious Sequel Heavy releases, we chat towards what we are most excited for! This is our Final ep of 2025 - see you in the New Year!!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's the last news show of 2025 and boy there is lots to get through! Ghostbusters, TMNT, DC, Marvel, Spawn, Back to the Future, Blokees, Flintstones and even - (drum roll please) Samurai Pizza Cats! There's some silhouette guessing, flocking expensive kitties, a four pack that has Frank in trouble and a figure literally decades in the making. Then, Tis the season of giving as Tealo surprises us with gift box of goodies! And finally, we do the Secret Santa thing to prove that you CAN buy things for the collector with everything! Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There is some great, weird and just plain crazy news to talk through today. Have Hot Toys jumped the shark? Is Ben about to drop $1500 on a Soundwave? More Mondo, more Blokees and of course, More Todd. Franks TMNT collection lacks a life size element - could this change soon? Then we compare the newly released Origins Fright Zone with the vintage one - which in itself gives Scot the fright of his life! Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eran Aviram & Aviv Or join Tad and Phil to discuss their graphic novel Crystal Heart- a Savage Worlds rpg actual play comic- out now from Dark Horse. Check out the comic and the game at: https://www.uptofourplayers.com/
This Week on Toy Power Podcast; we once again have Canadian local: Colin Betts present in the studio!! Leaning on Colin's expertise around all things G.I. Joe; we are having another Fun round of THE TEAM! This round specifically targeting The Enemy: Cobra! Narrowing our selection even further, Toy characters released only between the years of 1982 & 1987. Highlighting the Classic Team tributes of: Leader, Muscle, Specialist, Wheelman & of course a Vehicle too. Voting on who makes the cut once all submissions are shouted out. Then we attack our next topic; Toy Catalogues! Another one of Colin's passion projects; & Ben presents him with his own small collection of only Two Australian Catalogues; that funnily enough Colin doesn't own!! A fun discussion around Catalogues in general & what makes them so appealing!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This Week on Toy Power Podcast; we welcome Canadian local: Colin Betts to our home town; as he celebrates his overseas Holiday trip! Kicking off the episode, we chat towards the Tron HasLab project - that obliviously is drowning. An exciting expansion to our Powers Of Grayskull - Masters Of The Universe Collection - with the addition of the Wolf Character: Red Shadow. Plus an incredible achievement from the crew of 'Yes Have Some' / 'Toy Anxiety' Podcast; as they reveal their much anticipated Kickstarter: Cryptoids - Mothman. The first of hopefully many figures in this unique Toyline. Then we hear directly from Colin about his travels thus far. A interesting comparison on the Retail front of what offerings one finds outside of their own Country too! Then, its a flurry of Gift-Giving! It feels like Christmas Day; with the amount of gifts shared around the table; and we are all incredibly thankful for the genorosity! Thankyou Colin!!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In honor of 420, its time to look at some of the weirdest, and wackiest toys ever designed. You really have to wonder, what were they on when coming up with some of this stuff. From poorly thought out labels to accidental nightmare fuel, child endangerment and even a pre-cursor to Siri - combined with, water? Then it's another edition of The Team from the wonderful world of TMNT - but ONLY the Turtle variants. And the choices are not as simple as you might think! Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The U.S.S. Pioneer completed its five-year mission in uproarious fashion. Now meet the GM and players who pushed the limits of Star Trek Adventures storytelling to create a life-changing epic to span the ages. Get good advice on forming great bonds with your players, utilizing Discord to make for a top-notch gaming experience, and learn how a good gaming group can launch your writing career! Guest stars: Aaron Pollyea, Al Spader, Josh Allen, and Troy Mepyans. From Coworkers to Family: How the USS Pioneer Crew Created an Epic Star Trek Adventures Campaign The Star Trek Adventures RPG is celebrating its fifth year, coinciding with the 60th anniversary of Star Trek. To commemorate this milestone, a recent podcast brought together the cast of the USS Pioneer, a group that just wrapped up a five-plus year campaign. This blog post delves into the secrets of their success and offers insights for other groups looking to embark on long-term Star Trek Adventures. Meet the Crew The podcast featured a stellar lineup of talent, all deeply involved in the Star Trek Adventures universe and beyond: Michael Dismuke: Freelance writer for Star Trek Adventures RPG, lead writer on Captain's Log RPG, and Star Trek fiction writer. Jim Johnson: Project manager and line editor for Star Trek Adventures RPG and Fallout RPG, and a fiction writer. Al Spader: Freelance writer for Star Trek Adventures and writer/designer for other RPGs, including Sentience RPG Once Upon. Josh Allen: Contributing writer to Star Trek the Captain's Log and a player in the Pioneer campaign. Troy Methens: Freelance writer for Star Trek Adventures and RPG creator for Astron 2D20 and The Good, the Bad and the Savage for Savage Worlds. Aaron Pallier: Longtime freelance writer for Star Trek Adventures, specializing in starship science/technology, and creator of Saucer Squadron. Setting the Stage: The USS Pioneer's Mission The USS Pioneer's campaign was based out of the Shackleton Expanse, venturing 13.7 million light years away to the Centaurus galaxy. Their adventures have been chronicled on Continuing Missions, with many stories adapted into novellas. Defining Moments: From Crew to Family When asked about a defining moment, the crew unanimously agreed it was their transformation from coworkers to a close-knit family. This bond transcended the game, with members supporting each other's careers, personal lives, and families. This real-life connection was then woven back into the story, enriching the narrative. Aha Moments: Character Growth and Unexpected Twists The players shared several "aha" moments that shaped their characters and the campaign: Season Three Finale: Surviving a major arc and reuniting on the bridge. Character Evolution: One character's journey took an unexpected turn after getting lost in time, leading to unique roleplaying opportunities. Trask's Return: A poignant moment for Nalinda, the ship's counselor, who grappled with loss and the surprise reappearance of a friend. "Elevated Edict" Module: This module, written by Michael, sparked philosophical questions and internal conflict, leading to meaningful character development. The Power of Play-by-Post on Discord The USS Pioneer campaign was run online via Discord, which presented both challenges and unique advantages: Writing Format: The asynchronous nature of play-by-post allowed for thoughtful phrasing and detailed descriptions. Flexibility: Players could have others control their characters when unavailable, ensuring the story kept moving. Established Writing Guidance: The group adopted guidelines like short sentences, past-tense narration, and out-of-character discussions to maintain narrative flow and clarity. Inner Dialogue: The written format allowed players to express their characters' inner thoughts, adding depth and complexity often missed in face-to-face games. Lessons in Storytelling and Collaboration The Pioneer campaign provided valuable lessons in storytelling, collaborative writing, and improvisation: The Power of the Cutscene: Recognizing and utilizing cutscenes to create suspense and reveal off-screen events. The Importance of B Plots: Developing unconnected A and B plots to add depth and complexity to the narrative. Character Flexibility: Allowing events to shape characters organically, rather than forcing them down a predetermined path. The Value of Asides and Logs: Using logs to explain character actions and thoughts, adding layers to their personalities. The Importance of Supporting Fellow Writers: The crew emphasized the importance of supporting and uplifting other writers in the community. Gratitude and Lasting Bonds The podcast concluded with expressions of gratitude and reflections on the enduring friendships forged through the USS Pioneer campaign. The players appreciated the opportunity to grow as role-players and as people, and the shared experience created a bond that continues to this day. The Legacy of the USS Pioneer The USS Pioneer campaign stands as a testament to the power of collaborative storytelling, character-driven narratives, and the enduring appeal of Star Trek. Its legacy continues to inspire new players and writers in the Star Trek Adventures community. As Al Spader so eloquently put it, "Captain, Pioneer is all around you."
This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we welcome with open arms Mr. DaveyDamaged back into the studio, along with Trent! Yes! We are a Group of Five this round; and we start the show off with many many laughs! Dave updates us all around DvG before we get right into the Latest News! From HasLab Tron numbers to MOTU figures popping up on Australian shores; there is a lot to be on the pulse about! Loyal Subjects Wave 2 of their MASK line as well as Concept HeMan. Marvel Fans rejoice as there seems to be a never ending release of figures from various companies Plus a Lego set from a Different Galaxy, that has Frank very hyped! Thudercats, Mythic Legions, Godzilla & even Garfield are all covered as well. Then we take a trip via Radical Rewind - Back To The Future - with an absolutely awesome crowd, plus more DeLorean's than one can point a stick at! All this & a ton of laughs! Enjoy!!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ever wondered what happens when you cross a high-fantasy campaign setting, a Louisiana bayou, and a magical eel with moonshine for blood? The RPGBOT crew found out the hard way when they sat down with Drew Foulke, the founder of Norse Foundry and Hexed Publishing, to talk about his new system-agnostic roleplaying world: Titanskeep. It's a world where gods and titans feud like divorced parents with cosmic custody issues, and adventurers are just trying to survive long enough to figure out whether the lich-titan is actually the good guy. Join the RPGBOT Patreon Want to hear episodes like this ad-free and before anyone else? Join the RPGBOT Patreon today. Get early access to recordings, bonus discussions, and the chance to listen live as Tyler, Randall, and Ash interview RPG creators like Drew Foulke, Keith Baker, and more. Your support helps keep the dice rolling (and the Billy Eels wiggling). Show Notes In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, hosts Randall James, Tyler Kamstra, and Ash Ely sit down with Drew Foulke, founder of Norse Foundry and Hexed Publishing, to explore the upcoming Titanskeep campaign setting — a high-fantasy, system-agnostic world designed for Dungeons & Dragons (5e/2024), Pathfinder 2e, and beyond. Titanskeep, set in the living world of Kalidor, pits gods against titans in a divine power struggle that reshapes the world's fate. Players can join guilds, align with deities, or swear loyalty to mighty titans — and every choice changes the ongoing narrative. Built to support convention-based raid events, local game store play, and ongoing modular releases, Titanskeep promises a living campaign ecosystem that evolves through player decisions. Drew discusses Hexed Publishing's approach to system-agnostic design, collaboration with industry legends like Ed Greenwood, Keith Baker, B. Dave Walters, and Deven Rue, and his goal of producing a constantly supported RPG world rather than a one-and-done campaign book. Tyler shares his own experience designing monsters for the Houdan region, a New Orleans-meets-Venice bayou crawling with illusion-magic, giant bugs, and the now-legendary Billy Eel — complete with random mutations and "moonshine in its veins." Throughout the conversation, the hosts and Drew dive into: The challenge of creating a 5e and Pathfinder 2e compatible RPG setting. The use of guild systems, living world events, and player-driven raids. The design philosophy of Norse Foundry: making dice and props that players actually use. The plan for Titanskeep's Kickstarter (October 2026), free Patreon content, and playtesting rewards. The future of Hexed Publishing, from Gazetteers to modular adventure paths, and how community playtesting shapes their development. Key Takeaways System-Agnostic Design: Titanskeep bridges 5e, 2024 D&D, and Pathfinder 2e, with future support for systems like Daggerheart, Savage Worlds, and Fate. High Fantasy, Low Tech: Magic drives Titanskeep's world; technology exists only where titans allow it. Living World Structure: Players influence world events through guilds, deities, and Titan allegiance — shaping global outcomes. Convention Integration: The setting includes a raid-style convention system, where multiple tables impact shared encounters and titanic battles. Collaborative Worldbuilding: Drew enlisted industry veterans like Ed Greenwood, Keith Baker, B. Dave Walters, Jay Foster, Deven Rue, and Crystal Sully. Player Rewards: Free adventures, Patreon-exclusive ancestries, and physical props (like keys, pins, and holy symbols) connect the digital world to your table. The Billy Eel Legacy: A chaotic creature from the Houdan region, proof that player imagination and worldbuilding can get delightfully weird. Ongoing Support: Titanskeep isn't a single book — it's a long-term evolving campaign world with modules, Gazetteers, and live play updates. Community-Driven Playtesting: Players providing feedback can win $50 Norse Foundry gift cards. Kickstarter 2026: The official launch of Titanskeep will include free metal D20s for backers from the Patreon or newsletter list. Explore Titanskeep & Norse Foundry Ready to step into a world where gods and titans wage endless war — and you might just become one? Visit Titanskeep.com and join the Patreon at patreon.com/HextRPG for free playtest content, ancestries, and adventures. Check out Norse Foundry for premium metal dice, RPG accessories, and updates on upcoming Titanskeep Kickstarter 2026 releases. Support the creators, roll some legendary dice, and remember — if your eel starts sweating moonshine, maybe it's time to roll for Constitution. 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
Ever wondered what happens when you cross a high-fantasy campaign setting, a Louisiana bayou, and a magical eel with moonshine for blood? The RPGBOT crew found out the hard way when they sat down with Drew Foulke, the founder of Norse Foundry and Hexed Publishing, to talk about his new system-agnostic roleplaying world: Titanskeep. It's a world where gods and titans feud like divorced parents with cosmic custody issues, and adventurers are just trying to survive long enough to figure out whether the lich-titan is actually the good guy. Join the RPGBOT Patreon Want to hear episodes like this ad-free and before anyone else? Join the RPGBOT Patreon today. Get early access to recordings, bonus discussions, and the chance to listen live as Tyler, Randall, and Ash interview RPG creators like Drew Foulke, Keith Baker, and more. Your support helps keep the dice rolling (and the Billy Eels wiggling). Show Notes In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, hosts Randall James, Tyler Kamstra, and Ash Ely sit down with Drew Foulke, founder of Norse Foundry and Hexed Publishing, to explore the upcoming Titanskeep campaign setting — a high-fantasy, system-agnostic world designed for Dungeons & Dragons (5e/2024), Pathfinder 2e, and beyond. Titanskeep, set in the living world of Kalidor, pits gods against titans in a divine power struggle that reshapes the world's fate. Players can join guilds, align with deities, or swear loyalty to mighty titans — and every choice changes the ongoing narrative. Built to support convention-based raid events, local game store play, and ongoing modular releases, Titanskeep promises a living campaign ecosystem that evolves through player decisions. Drew discusses Hexed Publishing's approach to system-agnostic design, collaboration with industry legends like Ed Greenwood, Keith Baker, B. Dave Walters, and Deven Rue, and his goal of producing a constantly supported RPG world rather than a one-and-done campaign book. Tyler shares his own experience designing monsters for the Houdan region, a New Orleans-meets-Venice bayou crawling with illusion-magic, giant bugs, and the now-legendary Billy Eel — complete with random mutations and "moonshine in its veins." Throughout the conversation, the hosts and Drew dive into: The challenge of creating a 5e and Pathfinder 2e compatible RPG setting. The use of guild systems, living world events, and player-driven raids. The design philosophy of Norse Foundry: making dice and props that players actually use. The plan for Titanskeep's Kickstarter (October 2026), free Patreon content, and playtesting rewards. The future of Hexed Publishing, from Gazetteers to modular adventure paths, and how community playtesting shapes their development. Key Takeaways System-Agnostic Design: Titanskeep bridges 5e, 2024 D&D, and Pathfinder 2e, with future support for systems like Daggerheart, Savage Worlds, and Fate. High Fantasy, Low Tech: Magic drives Titanskeep's world; technology exists only where titans allow it. Living World Structure: Players influence world events through guilds, deities, and Titan allegiance — shaping global outcomes. Convention Integration: The setting includes a raid-style convention system, where multiple tables impact shared encounters and titanic battles. Collaborative Worldbuilding: Drew enlisted industry veterans like Ed Greenwood, Keith Baker, B. Dave Walters, Jay Foster, Deven Rue, and Crystal Sully. Player Rewards: Free adventures, Patreon-exclusive ancestries, and physical props (like keys, pins, and holy symbols) connect the digital world to your table. The Billy Eel Legacy: A chaotic creature from the Houdan region, proof that player imagination and worldbuilding can get delightfully weird. Ongoing Support: Titanskeep isn't a single book — it's a long-term evolving campaign world with modules, Gazetteers, and live play updates. Community-Driven Playtesting: Players providing feedback can win $50 Norse Foundry gift cards. Kickstarter 2026: The official launch of Titanskeep will include free metal D20s for backers from the Patreon or newsletter list. Explore Titanskeep & Norse Foundry Ready to step into a world where gods and titans wage endless war — and you might just become one? Visit Titanskeep.com and join the Patreon at patreon.com/HextRPG for free playtest content, ancestries, and adventures. Check out Norse Foundry for premium metal dice, RPG accessories, and updates on upcoming Titanskeep Kickstarter 2026 releases. Support the creators, roll some legendary dice, and remember — if your eel starts sweating moonshine, maybe it's time to roll for Constitution. 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
Today it's Lennons turn in the hot seat as we dive into the world of TV. Lennons takes us through the process of bringing his vision to light and what it means to put the best collectables Australia has to offer onto our screens. From Cards, jerseys, LEGO, Star Wars, Arcade machines, 90s goodness and more, there is something for everyone on this great Australian made show. Trent and Frank have each had a segment, but is there another Toy Power star in the wings? Whats in store for the future? You'll have to listen to find out. Watch Cards and Collectables right now on the 9Go app! To Find out more about Lennon & his TV Series: Cards And Collectables - be sure to check it out on Facebook, Instagram: @CardsAndCollectablesTV & on TV via channel 9 Now app - www.cardsandcollectables.com.au To Find out more from Matt & his business: Sports Card World - be sure to check them out on Facebook, Instagram: @SportsCardsWorldAdelaide & in person at their store in the heart of Adelaide City - Regent Arcade - Shop 5/101 Rundle Mall - Open 7days a week! www.sportscardworld.com.auSupport the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we have not one, but two Special Guests join us in studio to chat all things Card Collecting! We have Matt; one of the Owners of Sports Card World - (The longest running Card Store in Australia! - bosting over 30years of Business!) Plus Lennon is present too; but more focus on Lennon, & his Cards & Collectables project on the next episode. As usual we ask our guest Matt some of our routine Get-To-Know-You-Questions. Then we dive into Matt's thoughts & knowledge around the exciting & addictive World of Card Collecting! Plus whilst running a Business dedicated to this very compulsive hobby. From Traveling Overseas & catching various Sports in Person, to arguments around who's going to work in the Store on Finals Day! This was a really Fun episode & was genuinely exciting to hear from another incredibly passionate form of Collecting. Then rounding out the show; we have a round table chat about what we are each Reading, Playing, Watching. To Find out more from Matt & his business: Sports Card World - be sure to check them out on Facebook, Instagram: @SportsCardsWorldAdelaide & in person at their store in the heart of Adelaide City - Regent Arcade - Shop 5/101 Rundle Mall - Open 7days a week! www.sportscardworld.com.au To Find out more about Lennon & his TV Series: Cards And Collectables - be sure to check it out on Facebook, Instagram: @CardsAndCollectablesTV & on TV via channel 9 Now app! www.cardsandcollectables.com.auSupport the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we are still sending 'Get Well' Cards to Trent, as he unfortunately misses this ep. But that won't slow us down; as Scot has a fantastic rundown on the Greatest Star Wars Movie - that never was! Yes - the infamous 'Shadows Of The Empire!' Famously worked into 'cannon' between the Original Films of: Empire Strikes Back & Return Of The Jedi. This wasn't just a Story or a Comicbook series - this was a Multimedia Project that also spanned into a Soundtrack, Video Games and of course a self-titled line of Toys! Was, or is this, the biggest Movie that never was?! Then keeping in the same similar theme of Movies; we transform into another round of The Team! With this round focusing on the Autobots that where released in 1986 (The Movie Year). This was a lot of fun! But we would love to hear some future ideas for The Team Comp - as we are starting to run out of ideas! Thanks, and as always - Enjoy!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From one of the globe to the other, there is no shortage of cool cool stuff to talk about! NYCC kicks off with a bang and even without Trent in the room, there is still much future money to be spent. Has Mondo become the next big thing? Playmates kicking absolute goals? A figure NEVER before seen in Marvel Legends? Closer to home we recap the always amazing Adelaide Comic and Toy Fair put on by the radical Brett and amazing Sarah. Great scores, great hangs and just so much fun as always! Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we are all SUPER HYPED! We are recording on the Night prior to the Adelaide Comic & Toy Fair! Because of this Event; we have not one, but TWO Special Guests join us for this very loose ep! Welcoming everyone's favourite jokester: Mr DaveyDamaged!! Plus all the way from Melbourne; we have Master Criss Fresh in studio as well! With a very unscripted Runsheet - we cycle through a few Latest News Topics. A chat about the New Star Wars Trailer; as well as the fact it's been 7 years between films now! A rundown of the latest Radical Rewind Cinema Club; plus the hype & excitement of the upcoming Film! Rounding out the ep, we have a round table chat around latest scores. With a surprise gift; that could be conceived as unwanted?!?! This ep is full of tangents & side discussions! A less structed ep than normal; but trust us; it was such a blast to record!! To hear more from DaveyDamaged; be sure to follow: Daves Video Graveyard or check out Radcial Rewind Cinema Club for a monthly dose of awesome Films! Want more from Master Fresh? - be sure to follow: ReFreshing Thoughts (YouTube & Podcast) or The Geek Dudes Podcast or even Hey Hey Its The Podcast - all available though any good Podcast Streaming Network! Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is an abridged version of a long overdue conversation with Scott Welker, long-time gamer and successful game designer with titles based in Savage Worlds, D20, Year Zero, and soon a system of his own making. Scott is one half of Thieves Guild Gaming. Our conversation is a full on, open-minded examination about focused attention in RPGs - otherwise known colloquially but ambiguously and unhelpfully as immersion. You can watch the full conversation, with its load of annotations and notes, on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LdqytLSQd9oScott likes to say "Immersion is impossible!" We get into what he means by that. I, as you know, Dear Listener, like to say that immersion, like so many other things, is frequently misunderstood. We get into that, too. For added value, one way we explore the topic is through Scott's games and how they were written. Useful links:Thieves Guild Games on DTRPG, has just launched a public beta of their new OPENSIX system and are looking for feedback. As a system, it is directly relevant to this discussion. The game is currently PWYW and can be found here:https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/524225/opensix-zero-edition-take-back-your-imaginationFirst in a series of videos on Scott's first game, OS+R https://youtu.be/HaDi13UM21Y?si=dgRGHBnLRIDw6brdScott and I discuss the film: Zero Charisma https://www.youtube.com/live/dVXKIX78DIQ?si=oeIvKiePEcTp_WMIMy follow-up:https://youtu.be/X2TCg2cl9aI?si=PS_sEUrfL2wKmxYiScott's recent video on Autotelic Engagement: https://youtu.be/qHVyFOYRPgo?si=Lcuf10VFaZfFaT2vBlog post summarizing my basic theory of "immersion"On Immersion and Engagement in RPG Play https://wp.me/pTI80-3keA recent video from Bacon modelled on the above post and further exploring the points raised by Scott can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/live/iB_V-3V3KHc?si=7q83aGV8b93-Q_MmYou can contact me by e-mail at runescastshadows via gmail or by leaving a voice message through Speak Pipe.Send a voice message to CastingShadowsPodcast
This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we once again a team of Three! (This is becoming a pattern!) Trent is regrettably absent; but the show must go on! In the theme of Three; we have a Show & Tell Segment that we have each brought in a unique character; and we each compare said character with their Vintage Version; Vs a more modern interpretation.... Plus along with an almost latest-release version of them. A Three-Way Comparison! This was a fun segment to chat to; with some interesting points from the different eras. Then we do a bit of a time stamp on the ep; with our local Adelaide Comic & Toy Fair show only a week away; we discuss what we are potentially hunting for & such. (This will be fun to see if we actually find anything on our Wish-Lists or not!) Then the final segment is rounding out the Patreon Questions! With more fun queries that hopefully allow you all to get to know us a little better; plus how our Plastic Toy Addicted minds work! Enjoy!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we are only a team of Three again! Unfortunately Trent is missing; but the show must go on! We kick things off with a few News highlights, including the reveal of the much anticipated Transformers Studio Series 86 - Soundwave! With an impressive Three cassette figures included. But does he live up to expectations? Then chat towards the announcement of the not one, but Two unique sets of LIFE-SIZED Movie Shredder Helmets & accessories! They look so so awesome.... until the price is revealed! Wave 7 of the Super7 Silverhawks is revealed with a very neat line-up of Flashback, Hardware, Melodia & Condor! Then we chat towards our Latest Scores. We each have some pretty awesome goodies too! More Patreon Questions Answered, from deep thought provoking scenarios; to personal choices of Chip flavours! Another really fun episode. Enjoy!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
◇ Eric from New Jersey wants a word with Jason, Steve in SoCal asks about weaker heroes being the best, From the Archive 2018: Jen from Atlanta shares her Shadow Run success story | Hosts: Jason, Adam, & Riley ◇ 00:33◇ Welcome & Episode Summary 2:07◇ Announcements 2:09◇ Indie Designer of the Month: Black Armada Games https://blackarmada.com/ 26:38◇ Mailbag 1 40:43◇ Mailbag 2 75:23◇ Mailbag 3 - From the Archive 95:36◇ Episode Closing 96:18◇ Music ◇ Email happyjacksrpg@gmail.com to send in your own topic or question for the show! ◇ Find us on Youtube ◇ Twitch ◇ Twitter ◇ Instagram ◇ Facebook ◇ Discord or find all our podcast feeds on your favorite Podcast platform! happyjacksrpg.carrd.co ◇ Subscribe to our Actual Play Feed! We have a backlog of campaigns in over 20 RPG systems and new games running all the time. ◇ Become a Patreon! All the money goes into maintaining and improving the quality of our shows. patreon.com/happyjacksrpg Ⓒ2025 Happy Jacks RPG Network www.happyjacks.org
This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we are only a team of Three again. Unfortunately Scot is missing; but the show must go on! Keeping in the theme of 'Three' - that's exactly how many topics we have for you this Episode! Starting things off is a healthy chat around our Personal thoughts around: What it takes for a successful Crowdfunding Campaign. With Crowdfunding now the new norm; we review the past, present & future of this unique sales pitch option. Second Topic; is a Fun review of the New Lego Transformers Set - in the Form of Soundwave! Including his companion characters - Laserbeak & Ravage. This set really is impressive and the Sound Option is a welcomed point of difference too! Rounding out our Topics; is: 'State Of The Nation.' This is a Reality Check-in for us; to access our Collecting Journey and take note of our future plans. It turns into a bit of a therapy session, as we each give advise to one-another on assessment of our very addictive Toy Collecting Habits!! This honestly was a really fun episode as we get quite personal; and share a lot of our own distinctive opinions.Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week we finish our space game using Savage Worlds and the Science Fiction Companion. Its been a long journey and we hope you have enjoyed the process of creating a game and giving it the acid test - Actually playing it.
This week on the Toy Power Podcast; its another News heavy episode; as we take a snap shot of the Crowdfunding that's still in progress from the MOTU Snake Lair & the Star Wars GunShip. Then we look at some teaser images of the Transformers Missing Link Ultra Magnus... We have some questions if it will be as articulated as the previous releases? McFarlane has a new Batmobile on offer for everyone's garage & Blokees Galaxy Version 08 is a has a really neat roster of figures! Will the Figure Obscura: The Jersey Devil, be haunting your neighbourhood? Or is the Marvel releases of Deadpool, Doop & Mysterio sets more your desire? Star Wars Black series announces some long overdue classic figures as well as some Christmas designs that are so bad they are good?!? Then it gets more personal; as we plug our latest Scores! There's certainly a bit of Jealousy in the room - but also some love as Ben surprises Trent with a custom missing accessory. Frank surprises us all with some outstanding Comics - some of which are quite old - plus an awesome plan to display them! Rounding out the ep; its a bit of a round table chat about what we are Reading / Watching / Playing! All this & more - hope you enjoy!!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send us a textI waved goodbye to Mike and Christina and made my way through the throngs of people getting their last chance to shop in the exhibit hall. By 1pm on Sunday of GenCon 2025 I was tapping out.I was exhausted, hungry, and my capacity for patience was at an all-time low.By the time I got back to my car and put Indianapolis in the rearview mirror I started to settle down and even though GenCon was only an hour behind me I realized I was already starting to miss it.For those gamers out there not familiar with GenCon, shame on you. For the rest, here is a quick rundown.GenCon is the largest and longest running tabletop gaming convention in North America. It was started by Gary Gygax and friends in 1968 and was originally called the Lake Geneva Wargames Convention. The name was quickly shortened to GenCon and in the early years the convention bounced around from location to location, but in 1985 it landed in Milwaukee Wisconsin. GenCon called Milwaukee home until 2003 when the convention moved to Indianapolis, Indiana, and that's when it really blew up. If it is even close to the tabletop gaming space, it's at GenCon.Fast Forward to 2025 where the convention once again broke previous attendance records with over 72,000 people, 595 unique vendors, and nearly 30,000 events. Our friends at the Finding Attoria Podcast described it aptly as “Butts to Nuts” But GenCon just uses the tagline “The Best 4 Days of Gaming” and for once, they're underselling it.In this episode Mike, Christina and I are going to do a little wrap-up of GenCon 2025. We'll throw out some observations, complaints, kudo's and maybe even chat about what's planned for next year.Christina, let's start with you. Give me your big takeaway from GenCon.Kick to ChristinaMike, what about you. What's your big takeaway from the con.
We welcome a local legend and all round swell guy Avon Fox to the show. His wealth of knowledge in all things robots (that AREN'T Transformers) has to be heard to be believed! With museum-level quality and attention to detail, Avon takes us through his collecting journey and his amazing website. Go-Bots, Rock Lords, Train Toys, Zybots and much much more. Learn more about this amazing dude at both the-liberator.net and his own show Screwhead AF Podcast. Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we finally get around to reviewing the much anticipated Fantastic Four Film! As it has been a few weeks between seeing it, and talking about it here; we decide to go head first in - with no holds back - Full Spoiler Talk! So please be mindful of that. Plus; with all the hype around Comic Book movies; we have a fun discussion around which Film did we think, did it best? Superman or FF4? Then we take a quick look at the latest news - with a pure focus around the three main Crowdfunding projects, all happening right now. The HasLab SnowCat which has actually just wrapped up. Mattel's rather ambitious Snake Lair; with a rather questionable price tag! Plus the other HasLab project, the Star Wars: Gunner Ship! This one looks like it needs a huge boost of backers! Then pivoting back to the Big Screen; we chat about the latest Radical Rewind screening that was: Wayne's World! From numerous Cosplay fun, to the upcoming hype around the Next Feature Film too! Then rounding out the ep; we have a quick chat about the incredible 'Weapons' film that sports a perfect mix of Thriller, Horror & Suspense! This movie has us just buzzing after seeing it! All this & more; enjoy!!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we bring you a whole episode dedicated to the 2025 San Diego Comic Con baby!! And boy do we have a BIG episode for ya! (This could just be the LONGEST episode we have ever recorded!) We systematically run through each Manufacturer & attempt to call out all the awesome reveals that has oh so very excited!! - Mattel- Jada- Nacelle- Four Horsemen- Mondo- Neca- Mezco- Super7- Playmates- McFarlane- Hasbro- The Loyal SubjectsPlus we have Birthday Celebrations; round table thoughts of the Con itself & much much more! ENJOY!!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we are still down a Scot, as he is still unwell. But that will not slow him down in contributing to this ep! Before we get into the main segments, we chat about Ben & Frank's latest Plastic Addiction, in the form of Transformers Blokees! Prior to chatting about the Superman Film itself, we focus on the Toy likeness compared to what the actor actually looks like! With a little Jurassic World banter in between. Then, without another moment to spare, we get right into the James Gunn driven film itself! We chat towards our Cinema experiences and start off with a non-spoiler discussion; before we head into a chat about the whole Film itself! Giving it our typical DVG rating out of 19 too. Then changing gears, we introduce a New segment - named: Variant Schmariant! We each pick two variants of a pre-existing character (in toy form) that just doesn't need to exist. We unearth some quite silly versions of characters that had a legitimate Toy Release; that clearly logic was not a concern at all!! Plus we tie a nice bow around the proposed Nick-Names for both Frank & Scot. Enjoy!!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we are sending thoughts & prayers to Scot, as he battles a case of Man-Flu! So instead the Trio of us bring you all the Latest News from around the network! Mezco One:12 Collective showcase their BTAS version of the Joker - with an incredible amount of extras & details! Neca have a beautiful 4pk set of the New TMNT Last Ronin Characters. The Thundertank is back - with a Toy Accurate Paint-job; plus a New version of Panthro too; all wrapped in a bow & a very expensive price tag from Super7. With the highly anticipated Fantastic Four Movie only days away from an official release; we are seeing a mountain of Toys tying into the Movie! Hot Toys not only reveal the Fantastic Family themselves; but also a Giant Sofvi Galactus; whom is sure to destroy your wallet & space in ones Collection!! Then we take a look at a carefully picked compilation of the Top 20 Heroes; covering everything from Toys, Video Games, Cartoons, Comics & also TV! Lots of Shoutouts to round out the episode; enjoy!!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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