Podcasts about Shadowrun

Mháire leitet einer fantastischen Besetzung von Spielenden die Harlequin/Harlekin-Kampagne umgeschrieben für Shadowrun 6 und die ADL. Dies ist Folge 5

Episode 4 - "The Whispered One Awaits" SideQuests Live DnD 2026 Campaign Prologue finale!  Join us live on Twitch, YouTube or catch the VOD on Youtube, or listen in on any of the podcast places (iTunes, iheart radio, podbean, etc).  Attributions:  ----------------------- MUSIC:  All livestream has music which is Creative Commons, individually attributed within the stream (live display) and in the credit roll at the end of the episode. *This RPG and story is UNOFFICIAL CONTENT by SideQuests Live (Podcast, Stream, etc.) and is governed by the Wizards of the Coast's Fan Content Policy: https://company.wizards.com/en/legal/fancontentpolicy Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye  and Vecna: Eve of Ruin are Copyrights by Wizards of the Coast LLC (Wizards) & Dndbeyond... Images and specific content are theirs and not ours unless otherwise noted.  SideQuests Live is not endorsed by or affliated with any copyright holders beyond the Fan content policy guidelines. Prologue:  Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye: Lead Designer: Christopher Perkins Art Director: Fury Galuzzi Cover Illustrator: Greg Staples NOT AFFILIATED - SideQuests Live and our podcasts/streams/videos in our campaigns are UNOFFICIAL CONTENT  - - - - - - - - - - - -  CAST - - - - - - - - - - -  Bela    Gordon Judy Steve Todd ---------------- *Guest contributors/chatters on the live stream are choosing to share their  content/voices/opinions live and allow their content to be streamed Where possible all efforts are made to make this stream/video family friendly but in the nature of live productions  sometimes content that isn't sanctioned or endorsed. All efforts will be made to limit such things however  VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED   This stream/video is NOT intended for children - Production - Todd Caryl - AUDIO - All music is under Creative Commons License 4.0 or Royalty Free Music Here are some Select attributions - see scrollbar and end credits of each video for specific song attributions:  Some Music by Incompetech: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/music.html  All Incompetech music is under Creative Commons License 4.0 Some Music by Kai Engel: Used under Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License  http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kai_Engel/  LOTS of music by artists from Freemusicarchive.org: http://freemusicarchive.org/     Used under Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License  Some music from https://NCS.io    https://www.youtube.com/user/NoCopyrightSounds  Some music from Streemtunes https://www.streemtunes.com/  Lots of music by Sascha Ende ( https://www.sascha-ende.de ) Lots of Music from https://filmmusic.io  LOTS of music by Alexander Nakarada ( https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/ ) "Dawn" by Alexander Nakarada (https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/) Used under Licence: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Music and Sound by Syrinscape:  Syrinscape Sci-Fi https://store.syrinscape.com/what-is-syrinscape/?att  'Because Epic games need Epic game sounds' All Syrinscape audio is under Creative Commons License  Additional Music and Sound by "Tabletop audio": https://tabletopaudio.com/   All "Tabletop audio" music is under Creative Commons License  IMAGES:  Images are of the specific games - and are the creative property of those respective games. Other images used are from pixabay.com and are used as copyright free or  creative commons licenses respectively Some video, stingers, alerts and overlays are from Nerd Or Die, and Psychodope and were purchased for use. Thanks so much for the HOURS of images, music and audio! DISCLAIMERS:  This stream/video is not designed for children. Viewer discretion is advised. All Dungeons & Dragons content and images are copyright of Wizards of the Coast. © 1995-2026 Wizards of the Coast LLC, a subsidiary of Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Used under Fan Content Policy. All Shadowrun content and images are copyright of Catalyst games. © 2001-2013 The Topps Company,  Inc. Shadowrun is a registered trademark of The Topps Company, Inc. All Rights Reserved. And finally THIS specific stream content is by Sidequests Live, and our performers and guests. The opinions expressed are those of the participants and do not reflect those of the game/copyright holders. ©2026 Sidequests Live Thanks very much to Family, Friends, Followers & Nerds Everywhere Instagram: @SidequestsLive #game #podcast #dungeonsanddragons #rpg #interactive #actualplay #tabletop #dnd

Fantasy author Chris A. Jackson returns to Epic Realms to discuss his newest Pathfinder novel, Operation Hellmouth, the revival of the Pathfinder Tales series, and his long history writing fantasy, nautical adventures, and tie-in fiction. Chris and Nick dive into the creative process behind the new novel, including writing Valeros, revisiting beloved pirate characters, crafting infernal battles, and balancing action, humor, and emotional storytelling. Chris also shares behind-the-scenes insight into working with Paizo, writing for shared worlds like Shadowrun and Arkham Horror, and collaborating within long-running projects like Tales of Basil & Mobius. The episode also explores Chris' real-life sailing adventures across the Caribbean, memorable experiences in Belize, gaming, publishing, fantasy worldbuilding, and several upcoming projects currently in development. Filled with laughs, storytelling insight, and plenty of behind-the-scenes discussion, this is a fantastic episode for fantasy readers, tabletop RPG fans, Pathfinder enthusiasts, and aspiring writers alike. Check out Jaxbooks.com His Books on Amazon - https://amzn.to/4wp1kjo

We tried to explain the difference between a heist and a hijacking, got a little sidetracked, then we finally got to the important question: How do you run a tabletop RPG heist without your players immediately turning it into a full-scale massacre? Show Notes This week we break down what makes a great tabletop RPG heist work and why stealing something is a lot more fun when the plan is hanging together by a thread. We start with Shadowrun, which remains one of the best examples of a game built around infiltration, corporate espionage, and deniable operations. The system works because violence has consequences, so the tension comes from planning, stealth, and improvising when things inevitably go sideways. From there we move into Dungeons & Dragons and Pathfinder 2e, looking at how dungeon fantasy games handle heists differently. Keys from the Golden Vault gets a lot of praise for capturing the feel of classic capers, while Pathfinder's infiltration subsystem adds layered mechanics for tracking suspicion, complications, and player progress during a job. We also spend time talking about tension and why a good heist needs pressure. Rival crews, ticking clocks, escalating danger, and visible consequences all help turn a simple stealth mission into something memorable. Finally, we touch on Blades in the Dark and its hugely influential progress clocks and flashback mechanics. If you have ever wanted your players to suddenly reveal they planned for a problem all along like an Ocean's Eleven montage, this is the system that perfected it. Materials Referenced in This Episode DnD 5e: Keys from the Golden Vault (affiliate link) Blades in the Dark (affiliate link) Shadowrun (affiliate link) LotR 5e (affiliate link) One Ring 2e (affiliate link) DnDBeyond: 12 Ways to Add Tension to Your D&D Heist Key Takeaways A good heist is about planning, stealth, improvisation, and tension. Shadowrun works well because violence creates serious consequences. Heists in D&D work best when combat is limited and intentional. Keys from the Golden Vault does a solid job capturing the heist fantasy. Rival crews and ticking clocks instantly raise the tension. Pathfinder 2e uses infiltration and awareness points to track progress and danger. Visible danger meters make stealth scenes feel more intense. Complications keep players adapting when plans fall apart. Blades in the Dark popularized progress clocks and flashbacks. Flashbacks let players reveal clever prep work retroactively. Hex crawls work better when exploration focuses on discovery instead of nonstop combat. Three kobolds in a trench coat is still an elite random encounter. 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

We tried to explain the difference between a heist and a hijacking, got a little sidetracked, then we finally got to the important question: How do you run a tabletop RPG heist without your players immediately turning it into a full-scale massacre? Show Notes This week we break down what makes a great tabletop RPG heist work and why stealing something is a lot more fun when the plan is hanging together by a thread. We start with Shadowrun, which remains one of the best examples of a game built around infiltration, corporate espionage, and deniable operations. The system works because violence has consequences, so the tension comes from planning, stealth, and improvising when things inevitably go sideways. From there we move into Dungeons & Dragons and Pathfinder 2e, looking at how dungeon fantasy games handle heists differently. Keys from the Golden Vault gets a lot of praise for capturing the feel of classic capers, while Pathfinder's infiltration subsystem adds layered mechanics for tracking suspicion, complications, and player progress during a job. We also spend time talking about tension and why a good heist needs pressure. Rival crews, ticking clocks, escalating danger, and visible consequences all help turn a simple stealth mission into something memorable. Finally, we touch on Blades in the Dark and its hugely influential progress clocks and flashback mechanics. If you have ever wanted your players to suddenly reveal they planned for a problem all along like an Ocean's Eleven montage, this is the system that perfected it. Materials Referenced in This Episode DnD 5e: Keys from the Golden Vault (affiliate link) Blades in the Dark (affiliate link) Shadowrun (affiliate link) LotR 5e (affiliate link) One Ring 2e (affiliate link) DnDBeyond: 12 Ways to Add Tension to Your D&D Heist Key Takeaways A good heist is about planning, stealth, improvisation, and tension. Shadowrun works well because violence creates serious consequences. Heists in D&D work best when combat is limited and intentional. Keys from the Golden Vault does a solid job capturing the heist fantasy. Rival crews and ticking clocks instantly raise the tension. Pathfinder 2e uses infiltration and awareness points to track progress and danger. Visible danger meters make stealth scenes feel more intense. Complications keep players adapting when plans fall apart. Blades in the Dark popularized progress clocks and flashbacks. Flashbacks let players reveal clever prep work retroactively. Hex crawls work better when exploration focuses on discovery instead of nonstop combat. Three kobolds in a trench coat is still an elite random encounter. 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

Dungeons and Dragons - Nest of the Eldritch Eye - Episode 3 - "What's that wonderful smell you've discovered" Episode 3 - "What's that wonderful smell you've discovered" - SideQuests Live DnD Campaign 2026 Join us live on Twitch, YouTube or catch the VOD on Youtube, or listen in on any of the podcast places (iTunes, iheart radio, podbean, etc).  Attributions:  ----------------------- MUSIC:  All livestream has music which is Creative Commons, individually attributed within the stream (live display) and in the credit roll at the end of the episode. *This RPG and story is UNOFFICIAL CONTENT by SideQuests Live (Podcast, Stream, etc.) and is governed by the Wizards of the Coast's Fan Content Policy: https://company.wizards.com/en/legal/fancontentpolicy Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye  and Vecna: Eve of Ruin are Copyrights by Wizards of the Coast LLC (Wizards) & Dndbeyond... Images and specific content are theirs and not ours unless otherwise noted.  SideQuests Live is not endorsed by or affliated with any copyright holders beyond the Fan content policy guidelines. Prologue:  Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye: Lead Designer: Christopher Perkins Art Director: Fury Galuzzi Cover Illustrator: Greg Staples NOT AFFILIATED - SideQuests Live and our podcasts/streams/videos in our campaigns are UNOFFICIAL CONTENT  - - - - - - - - - - - -  CAST - - - - - - - - - - -  Bela    Gordon Judy Steve Todd ---------------- *Guest contributors/chatters on the live stream are choosing to share their  content/voices/opinions live and allow their content to be streamed Where possible all efforts are made to make this stream/video family friendly but in the nature of live productions  sometimes content that isn't sanctioned or endorsed. All efforts will be made to limit such things however  VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED   This stream/video is NOT intended for children - Production - Todd Caryl - AUDIO - All music is under Creative Commons License 4.0 or Royalty Free Music Here are some Select attributions - see scrollbar and end credits of each video for specific song attributions:  Some Music by Incompetech: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/music.html  All Incompetech music is under Creative Commons License 4.0 Some Music by Kai Engel: Used under Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License  http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kai_Engel/  LOTS of music by artists from Freemusicarchive.org: http://freemusicarchive.org/     Used under Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License  Some music from https://NCS.io    https://www.youtube.com/user/NoCopyrightSounds  Some music from Streemtunes https://www.streemtunes.com/  Lots of music by Sascha Ende ( https://www.sascha-ende.de ) Lots of Music from https://filmmusic.io  LOTS of music by Alexander Nakarada ( https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/ ) Used under Licence: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Music and Sound by Syrinscape:  Syrinscape Sci-Fi https://store.syrinscape.com/what-is-syrinscape/?att  'Because Epic games need Epic game sounds' All Syrinscape audio is under Creative Commons License  Additional Music and Sound by "Tabletop audio": https://tabletopaudio.com/   All "Tabletop audio" music is under Creative Commons License  IMAGES:  Images are of the specific games - and are the creative property of those respective games. Other images used are from pixabay.com and are used as copyright free or  creative commons licenses respectively Some video, stingers, alerts and overlays are from Nerd Or Die, and Psychodope and were purchased for use. Thanks so much for the HOURS of images, music and audio! DISCLAIMERS:  This stream/video is not designed for children. Viewer discretion is advised. All Dungeons & Dragons content and images are copyright of Wizards of the Coast. © 1995-2026 Wizards of the Coast LLC, a subsidiary of Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Used under Fan Content Policy. All Shadowrun content and images are copyright of Catalyst games. © 2001-2013 The Topps Company,  Inc. Shadowrun is a registered trademark of The Topps Company, Inc. All Rights Reserved. And finally THIS specific stream content is by Sidequests Live, and our performers and guests. The opinions expressed are those of the participants and do not reflect those of the game/copyright holders. ©2026 Sidequests Live Thanks very much to Family, Friends, Followers & Nerds Everywhere Instagram: @SidequestsLive #game #podcast #dungeonsanddragons #rpg #interactive #actualplay #tabletop #dnd

"Knight of the Living Dead-Falls" Prologue - Episode 2: We searched through catacombs looking for a ghost's name and ended up finding out exactly why rope bridges suck. SideQuests Live Returns with a new DND 2026 campaign! Episode 2 (Prologue) - Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye Join us live on Twitch, YouTube or catch the VOD on Youtube, or listen in on any of the podcast places (iTunes, iheart radio, podbean, etc).    Attributions:  ----------------------- MUSIC:  All livestream has music which is Creative Commons, individually attributed within the stream (live display) and in the credit roll at the end of the episode. *This RPG and story is UNOFFICIAL CONTENT by SideQuests Live (Podcast, Stream, etc.) and is governed by the Wizards of the Coast's Fan Content Policy: https://company.wizards.com/en/legal/fancontentpolicy Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye  and Vecna: Eve of Ruin are Copyrights by Wizards of the Coast LLC (Wizards) & Dndbeyond... Images and specific content are theirs and not ours unless otherwise noted.  SideQuests Live is not endorsed by or affliated with any copyright holders beyond the Fan content policy guidelines. Prologue:  Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye: Lead Designer: Christopher Perkins Art Director: Fury Galuzzi Cover Illustrator: Greg Staples NOT AFFILIATED - SideQuests Live and our podcasts/streams/videos in our campaigns are UNOFFICIAL CONTENT  - - - - - - - - - - - -  CAST - - - - - - - - - - -  Bela    Gordon Judy Steve Todd ---------------- *Guest contributors/chatters on the live stream are choosing to share their  content/voices/opinions live and allow their content to be streamed Where possible all efforts are made to make this stream/video family friendly but in the nature of live productions  sometimes content that isn't sanctioned or endorsed. All efforts will be made to limit such things however  VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED   This stream/video is NOT intended for children - Production - Todd Caryl - AUDIO - All music is under Creative Commons License or Royalty Free Music Here are some Select attributions - see scrollbar and end credits of each video for specific song attributions:  Some Music by Incompetech: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/music.html  All Incompetech music is under Creative Commons License  Some Music by Kai Engel: Used under Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License  http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kai_Engel/  LOTS of music by artists from Freemusicarchive.org: http://freemusicarchive.org/      Used under Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License  Some music from https://NCS.io    https://www.youtube.com/user/NoCopyrightSounds  Some music from Streemtunes https://www.streemtunes.com/  Lots of music by Sascha Ende ( https://www.sascha-ende.de ) Lots of Music from https://filmmusic.io  LOTS of music by Alexander Nakarada ( https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/ ) Used under Licence: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Music and Sound by Syrinscape:  Syrinscape Sci-Fi https://store.syrinscape.com/what-is-syrinscape/?att  'Because Epic games need Epic game sounds' All Syrinscape audio is under Creative Commons License  Additional Music and Sound by "Tabletop audio": https://tabletopaudio.com/   All "Tabletop audio" music is under Creative Commons License  IMAGES:  Images are of the specific games - and are the creative property of those respective games. Other images used are from pixabay.com and are used as copyright free or  creative commons licenses respectively Some video, stingers, alerts and overlays are from Nerd Or Die, and Psychodope and were purchased for use. Thanks so much for the HOURS of images, music and audio! DISCLAIMERS:  This stream/video is not designed for children. Viewer discretion is advised. All Dungeons & Dragons content and images are copyright of Wizards of the Coast. © 1995-2026 Wizards of the Coast LLC, a subsidiary of Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Used under Fan Content Policy. All Shadowrun content and images are copyright of Catalyst games. © 2001-2013 The Topps Company,  Inc. Shadowrun is a registered trademark of The Topps Company, Inc. All Rights Reserved. And finally THIS specific stream content is by Sidequests Live, and our performers and guests. The opinions expressed are those of the participants and do not reflect those of the game/copyright holders. ©2026 Sidequests Live Thanks very much to Family, Friends, Followers & Nerds Everywhere Instagram: @SidequestsLive  

WTDS2E90 The sisterhood of Taira ********************* The creation of a sisterhood known as Taira, also know as the sisterhood of chaos ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, and homebrewed rules. ********************** Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

This week, we're starting a new series where we discuss different genres and how to implement them in your games. We're starting off with a favorite of ours - urban fantasy. Join us as we define the genre, give some examples, and realize that sometimes James's great ideas end up just being Shadowrun.   Our website is live! Head on over to undercommontaste.com to find links to all of our social media, streaming sites, Patreon, Itch store, and Discord. Our theme song is Massacre Anne, written and performed by Mary Crowell, and used with permission. You can find Mary's work online at marycrowell.bandcamp.com, or on Patreon at patreon.com/DrMaryCCrowell. Our logo was illustrated by David Sutherland. You can find David's work online at instagram.com/wilex_73, or on DeviantArt at deviantart.com/davidsutherland.

Mháire leitet einer fantastischen Besetzung von Spielenden die Harlequin/Harlekin-Kampagne umgeschrieben für Shadowrun 6 und die ADL. Dies ist Folge 4 Dabei sind: Jan Wagner, Mirko Boll, Chris Fano, Mircalla Tepez, Lili

WTDS2E89 She got better ********************* the astral quest begins and the two are in a world away from their own ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, and homebrewed rules. ********************** Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games

This week we're talking about Shadowrun, Shobijin, Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!, and Obex. Show music by HeartBeatHero and OGRE. Support the show! Get up to 2 months free podcasting service with our Libsyn code OZONE

Mháire leitet einer fantastischen Besetzung von Spielenden die Harlequin/Harlekin-Kampagne umgeschrieben für Shadowrun 6 und die ADL. Dies ist Folge 3 Dabei sind: Jan Wagner, Mirko Boll, Chris Fano, Mircalla Tepez, Lili - und Ben & Paper!

SideQuests Live Returns with a new DND campaign! Episode 1 (Prologue) - Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye We return with a new group of heroes, for now, unassuming in the city of Neverwinter.  The restless, the poor, the adventurous, the wandering, the ambitious. Drawn into the webs of something much bigger than themselves. We humbly begin this new dungeons and dragons (5e and 5.5e) campaign, but who knows just how far reaching the rot will spread. Join us in this prologue as we sew the seeds of chaos and catch the hint of a whispered threat carried on the breeze, be sure to follow us through to the stunning full length campaign.  Join us live on Twitch, or catch the VOD on Youtube, or listen in on any of the podcast places. We return. We are SideQuests Live. CREDITS & Attributions:  ----------------------- MUSIC:  All livestream has music which is Creative Commons, individually attributed within the stream (live display) and in the credit roll at the end of the episode. *This RPG and story is UNOFFICIAL CONTENT by SideQuests Live (Podcast, Stream, etc.) and is governed by the Wizards of the Coast's Fan Content Policy: https://company.wizards.com/en/legal/fancontentpolicy Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye  and Vecna: Eve of Ruin are Copyrights by Wizards of the Coast LLC (Wizards) & Dndbeyond... Images and specific content are theirs and not ours unless otherwise noted.  SideQuests Live is not endorsed by or affliated with any copyright holders beyond the Fan content policy guidelines.   Prologue:  Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye: Lead Designer: Christopher Perkins Art Director: Fury Galuzzi Cover Illustrator: Greg Staples NOT AFFILIATED - SideQuests Live and our podcasts/streams/videos in our campaigns are UNOFFICIAL CONTENT  - - - - - - - - - - - -  CAST - - - - - - - - - - - -   Bela    Gordon Judy Steve Todd ---------------- *Guest contributors/chatters on the live stream are choosing to share their  content/voices/opinions live and allow their content to be streamed Where possible all efforts are made to make this stream/video family friendly but in the nature of live productions  sometimes content that isn't sanctioned or endorsed. All efforts will be made to limit such things however  VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED   This stream/video is NOT intended for children - Production - Todd Caryl - AUDIO - All music is under Creative Commons License or Royalty Free Music Here are some Select attributions - see scrollbar and end credits of each video for specific song attributions:  Some Music by Incompetech: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/music.html  All Incompetech music is under Creative Commons License  Some Music by Kai Engel: Used under Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License  http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kai_Engel/  LOTS of music by artists from Freemusicarchive.org: http://freemusicarchive.org/      Used under Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License  Some music from https://NCS.io    https://www.youtube.com/user/NoCopyrightSounds  Some music from Streemtunes https://www.streemtunes.com/  Lots of music by Sascha Ende ( https://www.sascha-ende.de ) Lots of Music from https://filmmusic.io  LOTS of music by Alexander Nakarada ( https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/ ) Used under Licence: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Music and Sound by Syrinscape:  Syrinscape Sci-Fi https://store.syrinscape.com/what-is-syrinscape/?att  'Because Epic games need Epic game sounds' All Syrinscape audio is under Creative Commons License  Additional Music and Sound by "Tabletop audio": https://tabletopaudio.com/   All "Tabletop audio" music is under Creative Commons License  IMAGES:  Images are of the specific games - and are the creative property of those respective games. Other images used are from pixabay.com and are used as copyright free or  creative commons licenses respectively Some video, stingers, alerts and overlays are from Nerd Or Die, and Psychodope and were purchased for use. Thanks so much for the HOURS of images, music and audio! DISCLAIMERS:  This stream/video is not designed for children. Viewer discretion is advised. All Dungeons & Dragons content and images are copyright of Wizards of the Coast. © 1995-2026 Wizards of the Coast LLC, a subsidiary of Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Used under Fan Content Policy. All Shadowrun content and images are copyright of Catalyst games. © 2001-2013 The Topps Company,  Inc. Shadowrun is a registered trademark of The Topps Company, Inc. All Rights Reserved. And finally THIS specific stream content is by Sidequests Live, and our performers and guests. The opinions expressed are those of the participants and do not reflect those of the game/copyright holders. ©2026 Sidequests Live Thanks very much to Family, Friends, Followers & Nerds Everywhere Instagram: @SidequestsLive

WTDS2E88 Sparkles dies again ********************* Sparkles dies.... again.... sorta ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, and homebrewed rules. ********************** Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

Quatre-vingt sixième épisode de Jeux d'Ombres, le podcast d'Ombres Portées 2.0 consacré aux parties jouées de Shadowrun. Cet épisode poursuit la campagne Netzgewitter située à Berlin en 2080, jouée avec Shadowrun : Anarchy.Dans les épisodes précédents : Une fois encore, chaque tentative des runners pour avancer sur la recompilation de Kristallkind attire l'attention de Saeder-Krupp. Leurs hommes sont déjà sur leurs traces. En passant par les tunnels sous le Kreuzbasar et en multipliant les diversions, DMG, Gentle et Wizzle tentent de s'échapper avec Maliit… et le précieux MCT 2051 CORE.Vous pouvez trouver sur la Matrice un plan de Caligarikiez et un de ses alentours.Remerciements particuliers à Scott Buckley (https://www.scottbuckley.com.au) dont nous utilisons les morceaux accessibles sous licence CC-BY 4.0.Crédits :Andreas AAS Schroth pour les illustrations de Netzgewitter et notamment la vignette de cette série de podcasts.Pegasus Press, éditeur allemand de Shadowrun et de la campagne Netzgewitter.Catalyst Game Labs, éditeur de Shadowrun.Black Book Editions, éditeur français de Shadowrun et de Shadowrun : Anarchy dont les règles sont utilisées dans cette série de podcast.Shadowrun et la Matrice sont des marques déposées et / ou des marques de fabrique de The Topps Company, Inc. aux États-Unis et / ou dans d'autres pays.

Quatre-vingt sixième épisode de Jeux d'Ombres, le podcast d'Ombres Portées 2.0 consacré aux parties jouées de Shadowrun. Cet épisode poursuit la campagne Netzgewitter située à Berlin en 2080, jouée avec Shadowrun : Anarchy.Dans les épisodes précédents : Une fois encore, chaque tentative des runners pour avancer sur la recompilation de Kristallkind attire l'attention de Saeder-Krupp. Leurs hommes sont déjà sur leurs traces. En passant par les tunnels sous le Kreuzbasar et en multipliant les diversions, DMG, Gentle et Wizzle tentent de s'échapper avec Maliit… et le précieux MCT 2051 CORE.Vous pouvez trouver sur la Matrice un plan de Caligarikiez et un de ses alentours.Remerciements particuliers à Scott Buckley (https://www.scottbuckley.com.au) dont nous utilisons les morceaux accessibles sous licence CC-BY 4.0.Crédits :Andreas AAS Schroth pour les illustrations de Netzgewitter et notamment la vignette de cette série de podcasts.Pegasus Press, éditeur allemand de Shadowrun et de la campagne Netzgewitter.Catalyst Game Labs, éditeur de Shadowrun.Black Book Editions, éditeur français de Shadowrun et de Shadowrun : Anarchy dont les règles sont utilisées dans cette série de podcast.Shadowrun et la Matrice sont des marques déposées et / ou des marques de fabrique de The Topps Company, Inc. aux États-Unis et / ou dans d'autres pays.

This month, Annie takes a nostalgic trip back to the early 1990s with a Shadowrun book. It's surprising to both of them that Dave has never read these. Many thanks, as ever, to Cambo for our theme music. Email us - willyoustillloveit@gmail.com Merch - bit.ly/love-it-tomorrow-podcast  

WTD S2E87 Pasts problems ********************* Tipan comes as clean as she can about her past to Sparkles ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, and homebrewed rules. ********************** Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2E86 Past comes calling ********************* The Past come to say hello to Tipan and it's armed ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, and homebrewed rules. ********************** Promo For: Lizards & Locations Youtube, Twitch ********************** Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2E85 Hospital reveal ********************* Sparkles mask-less and now we learn more  ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, and homebrewed rules. ********************** Promo For: Lizards & Locations Youtube, Twitch ********************** Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2E84 Buckshot for Sparkles ********************* Humanis, Sparkles, and flying lead ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, and homebrewed rules. ********************** Promo For: Lizards & Locations Youtube, Twitch ********************** Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2E83 Marrow here Marrow tomorrow ********************* Mission accepted, target Marrow, retrieve well... till it's not ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, and homebrewed rules. ********************** Promo For: Lizards & Locations Youtube, Twitch ********************** Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2e82 not Pan ********************* Who the drek is that? ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, and homebrewed rules. ********************** Promo For: Critically Stupid Youtube ********************** Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2E81 Purple eyes ********************* The hunt for those purple eyes ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, and homebrewed rules. ********************** Promo For: Critically Stupid Youtube ********************** Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2E80 Upgrades ********************* New gear new upgrade ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, and homebrewed rules. ********************** Promo For: Critically Stupid Youtube ********************** Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2E79 Pigging out ********************* The team, some BBQ and a snake being a snake ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, and homebrewed rules. ********************** Promo For: Critically Stupid Youtube ********************** Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2E78 Mysteries and Mara ********************* The drop off, and a surprise ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, and homebrewed rules. ********************** Promo For: Choose your roll Youtube ********************** Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2E77 Barrier breaking ********************* One mage, 2 problems, 1 solution.... that makes more problems.... maybe ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, and homebrewed rules. ********************** Promo For: Choose your roll Youtube ********************** Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2E76 Box Hunting ********************* Locations of the box found, now the team, mostly sparkles, need to get it ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, and homebrewed rules. ********************** Promo For: Choose your roll Youtube ********************** Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2E75 Scouting around ********************* At the school now for some hun ********************* Promo For: Choose your roll Youtube ********************** Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

On this remastered episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, we complete our 3-part series on Picking a TTRPG that is not DnD or Pathfinder by adventuring deep into the vast and thrilling universe of tabletop RPGs. From the spine-chilling cosmic horror of Alien RPG to the gritty nihilism of Death in Space, we're exploring the diverse themes of space exploration, teenage superheroes, cyberpunk chaos, and even the villainous fun of Necessary Evil. Join us as we tackle the art of balancing crunch with accessibility, dive into the rise of one-page RPGs for quick and chaotic adventures, and share tips on crafting immersive narratives that players will love. Whether you're a seasoned RPG fan or just starting your journey, this episode is packed with laughs, insights, and galactic-level inspiration. Summary In this action-packed episode, the hosts boldly go where no podcasters have gone before, diving into the endless void of tabletop RPGs. They tackle the cosmic horror of Alien RPG, the nihilistic beauty of Death in Space, and even dare to balance crunchiness with accessibility (spoiler: it's like herding space cats). From dark Imperium nihilism to Star Wars' Force-wielding antics, they traverse the galaxy of RPG themes, stopping only to admire the Cyberpunk neon and hack a Shadowrun corporate server. Marvel superheroes swing by, Necessary Evil villains cackle maniacally, and Masks' teen heroes roll for high school drama. Just when you think they're done, they reveal the rise of one-page RPGs—because why spend hours preparing when you can save the universe in 15 minutes? Grab your dice and your sense of humor, and tune in to explore the weird, wonderful, and wildly nerdy world of tabletop gaming. Links Almost everything below is an affiliate link and Tyler doesn't want to copy+paste this a zillion times Achtung Cthulhu Adventures in Rokugan Alien RPG ALIEN RPG - A review ALIEN RPG: Cinematic Scenario Cycle Review ALIEN RPG - RPGBOT.News S2E34 All Flesh Must Be Eaten Apocalypse World Battletech Bladerunner Call of Cthulhu Candela Obscura Colostle CY_BORG Cyberpunk Red Cypher Core Rulebook Death in Space Death in Space – A review Delta Green Doctor Who RPG Doctors and Daleks FFG Star Wars Fallout RPG Forbidden Lands Genesys Core Rulebook Imperium Maledictum Warhammer 40000 Roleplay: Imperium Maledictum - A Review Legend of the Five Rings Lord of the Rings Roleplay 5e Marvel Multiverse RPG Masks Mork Borg Mörk Borg - A Review Mörk Borg Cult: Heretic - A Zine Review Mörk Borg Cult: Heretic - RPGBOT.News S2E32 Numenera Old Gods of Appalachia Pirate Borg Pulp Cthulhu Ruins of Symbaroum Ruins of Symbaroum - A Review Ruins of Symbaroum - RPGBOT.News S2E46 Shadowdark RPGBOT.Podcast - ShadowDark RPG Adventure Designer Kelsey Dionne Shadowrun Symbaroum The One Ring 2e The One Ring 2nd Edition - A Review The Walking Dead RPG Vaesen Vaesen & the Mythic Britain and Ireland Expansion - A Review RPGBOT.Podcast - Zoe Franznick Reviews Free League's Vaesen Vampire: The Masquerade How to Play Vampire: The Masquerade Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay Werewolf: The Apocalypse SPOOKTOBER - HOW TO PLAY WEREWOLF Takeaways The RPG landscape offers incredible variety, with systems catering to every player preference. Unique mechanics, like stress systems in Alien RPG or the survival-focused gameplay of Death in Space, enhance tension and narrative depth. Cinematic scenarios and simplified resource management can elevate player engagement, while pre-generated characters and storytelling mechanics provide fresh dynamics for immersive gameplay. Exploring specific genres, like space horror, post-apocalyptic worlds, or teenage superhero drama in Masks, can help groups find the perfect game. Beloved franchises like Star Wars RPG and Marvel Multiverse capture iconic elements, while innovative hybrids like Cyberpunk and Shadowrun blend themes in exciting ways. Lesser-known RPGs often hide creative gems, and one-page RPGs stand out as quick, accessible options for introducing new players or enjoying fast-paced fun. Ultimately, balancing crunch with accessibility and understanding player preferences ensures a great tabletop experience for everyone. If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. If you love the show, consider joining us on Patreon, where backers at the $5 and above tiers get ad free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT.Podcast, can chat directly to members of the RPGBOT team and community on the RPGBOT.Discord, and can join us for live-streamed recordings. Support us on Amazon.com when you purchase products recommended in the show at the following link: https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra Twitter: @RPGBOTDOTNET Facebook: rpgbotbotdotnet Bluesky:rpgbot.bsky.social Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games Twitter: @GravenAshes YouTube@ashravenmedia Randall James @JackAmateur Amateurjack.com Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

WTD S2E74 Museum fun ********************* On campus, the search starts, the box is somewhere, the hunt for the box, and a plan to finalize  ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, and homebrewed rules. ********************** Promo For: Choose your roll Youtube ********************** Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2E73 Highway to Mage zone ********************* Runners, a bus, a highway, and a mage what could go wrong ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, mention of suicide and homebrewed rules. ********************* Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2CE72 Shadows in the tapes Part 2 ********************* Two Deckers one job and questions needing answers ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, mention of suicide and homebrewed rules. ********************* COLAB Dr Friendship from critical Hits (link) as Fish and Chips MIZ as Bit Nytlin as Cheryl Star ********************* Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2CE71 Shadows in the tapes ********************* Two Deckers one job and questions needing answers ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, mention of suicide and homebrewed rules. ********************* COLAB Dr Friendship from critical Hits (link) as Fish and Chips MIZ as Bit Nytlin as Cheryl Star ********************* Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2CE70 Staring problems ********************* Cheryl Star need a job done ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, mention of suicide and homebrewed rules. ********************* Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

Can an open table completely change the way you run RPGs? The Jaunty Mantis crew dives into The Alexandrian's Open Table Manifesto to explore how it reshapes campaigns, players, and prep. In this episode of the Jaunty Mantis podcast, Jesse, Matty, and Chris unite to explore The Open Table Manifesto from thealexandrian.net , and how it can revolutionize the way we run tabletop RPGs. From rotating player pools to emergent sandbox storytelling, the gang talks character creation challenges, scheduling nightmares, mega-dungeons, Shadowrun woes, and how to design sessions that end cleanly—even if you're lost in the dungeon. They share personal experiences, critiques of modern systems, GM philosophies, and ways to build an inclusive, dynamic gaming community using open tables. Plus: meatball demons, mech-back combat, vampire morality, surprise frogs, and accidental softball dating lessons. Read The Open Table Manifesto here: https://thealexandrian.net/wordpress/38643/roleplaying-games/open-table-manifestoMusic by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

Alpha Omega is a Shadowrun-esque heartbreaker that covers a lot of territory. Its Wikipedia entry notes that its major claim to fame was the ARG/fake conspiracy theory called Ethan Haas was Right, which was briefly thought to be part of the Cloverfield viral marketing campaign. It got a lot of things right and a lot of things so very wrong. We also talk about conspiracy theorists and the Conspira-Sea Cruise, which has a lot of great guest speakers! Enjoy another classic episode of After Hours, now featuring Caleb, Ross, Tom, and Aaron, now with improved audio quality! In RPPR Patreon news, I posted the first episode of our Megadungeon Meandering series on Moria, the fabled lost dwarven city from Lord of the Rings, now available as a book for The One Ring. Check it out! I also made a survey about what content I should write for next year on the RPPR Patreon. See the scenarios I’ve made in the last year and let me know what you want to see from me.

WTD S2E69 downtime before a boxy run ********************* last chance for gear, fun and a little downtime before the run.  ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, mention of suicide and homebrewed rules. ********************* Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games ********************** Yes yes the funny number episode

WTD S2E68 Load up ********************* Grabbing gear, a drunk and getting ready for a long drink to make chaos ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, mention of suicide and homebrewed rules. ********************* Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2E68 Load up ********************* Grabbing gear, a drunk and getting ready for a long drink to make chaos ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, mention of suicide and homebrewed rules. ********************* Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2E66 Tank Time ********************* With a big paid day in hand and nuyen burning a hole in their pocket the team sets out for some driving upgrades ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, mention of suicide and homebrewed rules. ********************* Support us on our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2E67 Mystery Box ********************* New Mission New Johnson and a box time for a museum heist! ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, mention of suicide and homebrewed rules. ********************* Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2E67 Mystery Box ********************* New Mission New Johnson and a box time for a museum heist! ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, mention of suicide and homebrewed rules. ********************* Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2E66 Tank Time ********************* With a big paid day in hand and nuyen burning a hole in their pocket the team sets out for some driving upgrades ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, mention of suicide and homebrewed rules. ********************* Support us on our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

WTD S2E65 Happy Halloween…. Or….. is? ********************* Facing off the demon and hopefully getting away ********************* Content Warning: Profanity, sexual references, descriptions of violence, Drug/Alcohol use, mention of suicide and homebrewed rules. ********************* Support us on Patreon, or our Merch shop Linktree to all our links Join our Discord Show art by Nyltin ********************** Music from Epidemic Sound  (referral link) Hosting by Podbean (referral link) Shadowrun is owned by The Topps Company, Inc. and Catalyst Games **********************

About this EpisodeThis episode is a little different from the usual Think Like a Game Designer conversation. Instead of a freeform discussion, I came prepared with a curated list of questions to guide the conversation, giving us a structured look into Jordan's creative process, his philosophies on innovation, and the lessons he's learned over decades of building worlds. The result is a fast-paced, insight-packed episode that feels like sitting in on a masterclass in game design.About Jordan WeismanJordan Weisman is a legendary figure in interactive entertainment, whose career spans tabletop games, video games, theme parks, and beyond. As the creator of Battletech, Shadowrun, and Crimson Skies, and the founder of iconic companies like FASA and WizKids, Jordan has shaped generations of players and creators alike. His work is defined by boundless curiosity, fearless experimentation, and a lifelong commitment to collaborative storytelling.In this episode, Jordan and I explore what it means to think small, fail boldly, and keep learning no matter how much success you've had. We discuss how curiosity drives innovation, why emotional courage is more important than financial risk, and how respect—for yourself, your team, and your audience—is at the heart of great creative work. Whether you're just starting your design journey or looking to rekindle your passion after decades in the industry, Jordan's insights offer a masterclass in staying creative for life.Think Like A Game Designer is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Justin's QuestionsWhat's something that you're passionate about outside of your career, and what do you love about it? (00:01:33)* During the pandemic, he rediscovered model building and diorama crafting, a childhood hobby that brings him therapeutic joy.* He enjoys it because it's tangible, visual storytelling where you can actually see progress, a much different process than game design, which often feels abstract or slow.What do you love about that kind of model building and creating? (00:04:05)* It aligns with Jordan's love of world-building and storytelling when creating small, detailed scenes that tell a story visually.* It's satisfying because each session produces visible progress, reinforcing creativity and immersion.What is advice that you would give to someone that's just starting out in your industry? (00:04:06)* Think small. Beginners often aim for massive projects like the ones they admire.* Start with something you can finish using your own limited resources.* Completion and execution teach more than ideas ever will.* Focus on learning through doing, not imagining.Now let's flip to the other side of the equation: what do you see as an important lesson that industry veterans need to learn? Or put another way, what advice do you think your older self might give to you? (00:06:30) * Avoid hubris. Experience can blind you. Everything you know might be wrong.* Listen to young minds. Youth brings creativity because it hasn't learned what's supposedly impossible.* Over time, past failures make people too cautious; veterans must keep their beginner's mindset.* Innovation demands courage to look foolish publicly; fear of embarrassment kills creativity.* Stay humble, keep experimenting, and reassess old assumptions regularly.Are there any practices or rituals or ways that you try to keep yourself in that beginner's mind? How can one get the advantages of experience and minimize the disadvantages? (00:08:09)* You must be willing to “go face first into the mud.”* As he said in the previous question, public embarrassment is the price of innovation.* Surround yourself with young thinkers, question assumptions, and resist dismissing ideas based on past failures.* Always check whether past lessons still apply, because markets and contexts change. Jordan gives an example of a failed company born from his overconfidence, where he didn't re-research the market because he assumed he already knew it.What do you consider the most important skills to cultivate for your profession, and how do you cultivate these skills? (00:15:13)* Endless curiosity: Study adjacent fields like comics, fiction, tech—anything that feeds creative cross-pollination.* Build a box: Instead of “thinking outside the box,” define constraints clearly to evaluate ideas. For example: He designed Mage Knight by creating a checklist of problems (ease of entry, low cost, retailer needs) and solving within that “box.”* He values self-education: when he didn't know toy manufacturing, he paid a small company to teach him the process.So let's get to the areas where the industry or you have been dead wrong. What common advice do you hear about your industry that is dead? (00:24:26)* “Nothing is ever dead.” Genres, mechanics, and IPs always come back (vinyl, RPGs, etc.) * When people say something's over, it's actually ready for reinvention.* He used to believe in-person collaboration was essential, but remote work proved him wrong.* He often misjudged products (like thinking Funko Pops would flop).* Absorb wisdom but not edicts.* Success and failure are cyclical, making timing and humility matter more than certainty.What books, articles, or learning resources have had the biggest impact on you? And if there are any key takeaways that stuck with you that come to mind? (00:30:53)* Mentions Reed Hastings' book (Netflix culture) and Creativity, Inc. by Ed Catmull (Pixar). The value here is the small-team principles and leadership lessons, though he's skeptical of the “find five geniuses” model.* His biggest lessons came from mentors, not books: Mark Miller (creator of Traveller): taught him kindness and professionalism. His father, Mort Weissman: joined FASA, ran the business side, and kept it alive.* He emphasizes mentorship, respect, and kindness as lasting business principles.What is the right way to find a partner? (00:33:14)* Finding a partner is like finding a life mate: talk about goals, work habits, expectations.* Negotiate the “prenup” early, meaning you should decide how you'll split if things go wrong.* Avoid the naive approach he took (asking friends at the table).What about systems, software, and tools that have had a big impact on your workflow?(00:38:18)* Internal tool: his “box” process for evaluating ideas.* Software: Slack (no internal email, all communication centralized), Google Docs (collaboration), ClickUp/Jira (task tracking).* Avoid “Not Invented Here” syndrome: don't build tools you can buy.* Focus on your core innovation; outsource or use existing solutions for everything else.* Reuse mechanics unless your innovation demands new ones.* Let your team choose tools bottom-up instead of enforcing top-down.What's your favorite project, and what lessons did you learn from it? (00:45:46)* His favorite is always the one he's working on now, but emotionally, Shadowrun and Crimson Skies stand out. Shadowrun came from trying to differentiate from Cyberpunk and combining fantasy with cyberpunk via the Mayan calendar. Crimson Skies was born from personal burnout after his wife pushed him to rediscover his passion. It led to reinvention and eventually Microsoft's acquisition of his company.* His lesson here is that passion and reinvention are crucial; listen to loved ones and know when to move on from stale success.You can find the previous episode with Jordan below: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justingarydesign.substack.com/subscribe

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