STA Engage & Continuing Conversations: Recent Episodes
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The purpose of this podcast is to talk about all things Star Trek Adventures. This includes announcing the latest releases, highlighting professionals and fans associated with the game, explaining game rules and mechanics, exploring how to be a better GM or player, discussing the wider Star Trek-verse in relation to STA, and answering your questions about the best RPG game ever.
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We are diving deep into the world of sequential art to profile a creator who completely redefines what a comic book page can look like: the incredible J.K. Woodward. If you’ve ever flipped through the dark, atmospheric pages of Peter David’s Fallen Angel, or marveled at the hyper-realistic, stunningly painted characters in IDW’s Star Trek universe, then you already know his work. Woodward bridges the gap between traditional fine art and modern comic storytelling. By choosing gouache on hot-press cotton paper over standard digital inks, he brings a textured, expressionistic depth to mainstream Marvel, DC, and indie titles. He belongs to that elite class of mixed-media visionaries, proving with every single panel that comic book art belongs in a fine art gallery.
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Jim and Michael break down Star Trek Adventures RPG Core Rulebook chapter 8, Weapons and Gear! Are you optimizing the use of gear and Weapons in your game? Tune in for some serious riffing to inspire amazing ways to use equipment traits, insane weapons, and outlandish inventions. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
What does it really take to turn an RPG idea into a finished game?
In this episode of Continuing Conversations, Michael Dismuke and Jim Johnson sit down with veteran game designers Meric Moir, and Al Spader for an engaging discussion about the realities of RPG development. From the spark of an initial idea to the challenges of playtesting, refinement, and publication, the panel explores what happens behind the curtain of game design.
Together, they tackle big questions: Does a great RPG begin with mechanics, setting, theme, or emotion? How do designers know when to stop worldbuilding and start building a playable game? What lessons emerge when players interact with a game in ways its creators never anticipated? And perhaps most importantly, what separates the RPGs that make it to publication from the countless brilliant ideas that remain trapped in notebooks and hard drives?
Whether you're an aspiring designer, a veteran gamemaster, or simply curious about how your favorite RPGs come to life, this conversation offers practical insights, hard-earned lessons, and plenty of stories from the creative trenches.
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Jim and Michael invite 2D20 System Designer Nathan Dowdell onto Continuing Conversations to chat about the NEW Star Trek Adventures Allies and Adversaries Sourcebook. Learn about new encounters, optional rule sets, and a menagerie of NPCS to throw into your games for unlimited fun!
Sorry for the late episode, folks. But we wanted to do something special. We were in Lancaster, Pennsylvania for Shore Leave 46 and in fabulous hands with many of Star Trek adventure’s most prolific writers. We will take you on the tour of Vendor Hall, meet some familiar faces, and talk about convention etiquette. Let us know what you think of this episode. It’s different than what we usually do.
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Adam Selvidge, founder of Star Trek Book Club, joins Jim and Michael to talk about the vast universe of stories contained within Star Trek novels and comics. Hear about our favorite books in addition to how to choose where to start if you want to get into the novels and comics. It is a big galaxy of stories. This episode will give you some good options for starting points.
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Star Trek Adventures writer Stephen Near joins Jim and Michael to riff about building an episodic campaign to tantalize your players. How to do it? What are some cool ways to keep players invested in the episodes and character development? What tools are available (FOR FREE) to help build a great episodic gamer? Tune in to help plan your next great adventure.
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Star Trek Adventures writer Stephen Near joins Jim and Michael to tackle the controversial question, "Can the captain be an NPC in your Star Trek Adventures game? What are the pros and cons? Opportunities and threats?" Get ready for some distinct opinions and new ideas to get your tribbles chirping.
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Join us on Continuing Conversations as we sit down with legendary Star Trek author Dayton Ward to discuss his thrilling new novel set after Season 3 of Star Trek: Picard. We dive into temporal mysteries, Wesley Crusher’s return, Romulans, what’s at stake when history itself begins to unravel, and how Star Trek Adventures seeps into the novel. Along the way, we also celebrate 60 years of Star Trek history and explore Dayton’s incredible career writing across one of science fiction’s most beloved franchises. If you love Trek lore, storytelling, and behind-the-scenes insights, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
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What happens when tabletop roleplaying moves beyond entertainment and becomes a tool for transformation? On this episode of Continuing Conversations, Jim and Michael sit down with storyteller, educator, and game designer Marcy Brown to explore how roleplaying games can unlock creativity, build empathy, and create deeper learning experiences for young people. As Lead Storyteller with the Mycelium Youth Network, Marcy helps shape spaces where storytelling, community, and youth empowerment intersect—using game-based learning to help students find their voice, build confidence, and imagine new possibilities. If you’ve ever wondered how RPGs can become powerful tools in the classroom, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
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Al Spader and Alex Boer join Jim and Michael to dish out some good advice about running a one-shot Star Trek Adventures RPG. Whether your friends are short on time, you are introducing the game to newbies, or you are taking up the GM mantle at a convention or online, these tips will ensure everyone has an incredible time in 2-3 hours (or even less sometimes). https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Al Spader and Alex Boer join Jim and Michael to explore Scars and Trauma in STA. Featured in the 23rd Century Sourcebook, scars and trauma can deepen your characters' back stories and make for amazing storytelling. Time to riff! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
In this episode of Continuing Conversations, we sit down with acclaimed cartoonist and animation director Derek Kirk Kim to explore a creative journey that moves seamlessly between indie comics and major animated series. From his Eisner and Harvey Award-winning work on Same Difference and Other Stories to his time directing on Amphibia, Derek shares how his approach to storytelling has evolved while staying rooted in deeply human moments.
We dive into his early childhood memories—including a surprise reunion with host Michael Dismuke from their 4th-grade days—and discuss how his experience as an immigrant influenced his connection to characters like Data from Star Trek: The Next Generation. Whether you are an aspiring artist or a fan of visual storytelling, this conversation uncovers what it really means to grow as a creator without losing your voice.
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Chapters/Timestamps00:00 – Introduction to Continuing Conversations
01:13 – Meet Derek Kirk Kim: Cartoonist, Animator, and Director
02:14 – A 4th Grade Reunion: Michael and Derek’s Shared History
03:38 – Coming to America: Early Memories and Language Barriers
06:50 – Star Trek Resonance: Why Data Matters to Derek
08:43 – Host Favorites: Seven of Nine and Benjamin Sisko
10:55 – Exploring Deep Space Nine and the Growth of the Franchise
CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS:
Michael Dismuke: Freelance writer for Star Trek Adventures RPG. Visit him at MichaelDismuke.com.
Jim Johnson: Project manager for Star Trek Adventures and Fallout RPGs at Modiphius.
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Unlock the Secrets of Global Storytelling with Author Nova McBee!
How do you turn real-world adventures into an international bestselling series? In this episode of Continuing Conversations, we sit down with Nova McBee, the powerhouse author and screenwriter behind the hit young adult thriller series, Calculated.
Drawing from over 20 years of living in China, Asia, and the Middle East, Nova reveals how her cross-cultural life shaped her "oak tree" stories—books designed to last for generations. Whether you're an aspiring writer, a Star Trek fan, or curious about the future of media, this interview is packed with actionable insights on the publishing industry and the creative process.
In this episode, we dive into:
• The "Calculated" Journey: Nova shares the 13-year path of bringing her math-prodigy thriller to life and the news about the upcoming film adaptation.
• The Future of Entertainment: As the CCO of Y Plus X Entertainment, Nova explains the $15 billion vertical film industry and why storytelling for mobile phones is the next big frontier.
• Writing for Crossover Audiences: How she intentionally crafts stories that resonate with everyone from 12-year-olds to 80-year-old book clubs and a massive male demographic.
• The "Contender" Mindset: Why Nova spent years perfecting her craft and studying the publishing business before ever trying to get published.
• Star Trek Inspiration: How the partnership of Kirk and Spock influenced her views on cross-cultural collaboration and massive adventure.
ABOUT OUR GUEST
Nova McBee is a multi-talented author, screenwriter, and Chief Creative Officer. Her Calculated series is described as The Count of Monte Cristo meets Mission Impossible, featuring math prodigies, international smugglers, and high-stakes redemption.
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CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS:
• Michael Dismuke: Freelance writer for Star Trek Adventures RPG. Visit him at MichaelDismuke.com.
• Jim Johnson: Project manager for Star Trek Adventures and Fallout RPGs at Modiphius.
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CHAPTERS
00:00 – Intro: Infinite Stories and Infinite Combinations
02:00 – Star Trek Roots: Kirk, Spock, and the Pioneer Spirit
04:30 – Behind the Scenes: Chief Creative Officer at Y Plus X Entertainment
05:55 – The Rise of Vertical Film: A $15 Billion Industry
08:50 – Writing "Oak Tree" Stories vs. "Flower" Stories
09:40 – The Calculated Series: Mission Impossible meets Count of Monte Cristo
11:50 – International Living as a Foundation for Authentic YA
13:30 – Becoming a "Contender": Perfecting the Craft and the Business
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The definitive Star Trek history is finally here! Join the "Trekstorians"—Derek Tyler Attico, Kelli Fitzpatrick, Jim Johnson, and Michael Dismuke—for an exclusive look at the groundbreaking new release from DK Books: Star Trek Timelines. Launching November 3, 2026, for the Star Trek 60th Anniversary, this 336-page hardcover masterwork charts the entire franchise history from the Big Bang to the end of the universe. We’re diving into the Prime Universe, the Mirror Universe, the Kelvin Timeline, and even the "Year of Hell." Plus, we show you exactly how to use this book to level up your Star Trek Adventures RPG campaigns!
In this episode, we explore:
The Breadth of Trek: Covering everything from The Original Series to Strange New Worlds and Starfleet Academy.
Character Evolutions: Deep dives into Michael Burnham, Jean-Luc Picard, and more.
Alternate Realities: Navigating the complex timelines of the Multiverse.
RPG Integration: How to use these 336 pages of lore for worldbuilding in Star Trek Adventures.
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0:00 The Big Announcement: Star Trek Timelines
02:30 Meet the Trekstorians: Writing the Lore
05:45 Inside the 336-Page Hardcover from DK Books
10:20 From TOS to Starfleet Academy: What’s Included?
15:10 The Mirror Universe & Kelvin Timelines
20:45 Level Up Your Star Trek Adventures RPG Games
25:30 Release Date & Pre-Order Details
Dr. Una McCormack is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling science fiction author known for bringing depth, politics, and humanity to some of the genre’s most beloved universes. With more than twenty novels, she has written acclaimed stories for Star Trek, Doctor Who, and Firefly, including Star Trek: Picard – The Last Best Hope and the autobiographies of Spock and Kathryn Janeway.
An academic with a PhD in sociology and a longtime lecturer in creative writing, Una blends rigorous thought with compelling storytelling, exploring themes of identity, power, and culture within science fiction worlds.
Her work has earned numerous award nominations and widespread praise from fans and critics alike, making her one of the most respected voices writing in modern science fiction tie-in fiction today.
On this episode, we talk with Una about the craft of writing in iconic universes, what makes Star Trek such fertile ground for storytelling, and how great science fiction can illuminate the world we live in.
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Two writers. Two vantage points. One honest conversation about breaking into science fiction. In this episode, Jim and I sit down with Candace Kade, an experienced voice in the field, and Kyra Walters, a new writer navigating the path to publication. Together, we dig into flash sci-fi, storytelling craft, and the real questions every writer asks when starting out—cutting through the noise with candid insights, practical advice, and a few Star Trek detours along the way.
Thomas Marrone flies back in to Continuing Conversations to talk about 15 years of Star Trek Online goodness! For a quarter of Trek's existence, Thomas and team have been creating a portal into the Trek universe via STO for hundreds of thousands of video gamers. Now in lead of STO development, we dive into the stories that have riveted new and old Trek fans and keep them coming back for more. Also, we will take a look at some of the ships that have warped out of STO and onto our television screens!
Susan and Tilly Bridges grace us with their presence as they give us the dish on their run on Star Trek Voyager comics from IDW Publishing. Ever wish for that 8th season of Voyager? Well, here it is in comic form!
Today on Continuing Conversations, we’re joined by Laurie Ulster—a New York-based writer, freelance journalist, TV producer, and seasoned copy editor whose work spans digital, print, audio, and television. Laurie’s bylines have appeared in outlets like Biography, ScreenRant, CBS Watch, and TrekMovie.com, and she’s a Senior Editor and podcast co-host for All Access Star Trek, blending deep fandom with insightful cultural commentary. She’s the author of Gilmore Girls Life Lessons and many essays on entertainment, pop culture, parenting, and lifestyle. She brings a unique blend of wit, expertise, and passion to every conversation.
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Star Trek legends Bonnie Gordon (Star Trek: Prodigy) and John Billingsley ("Phlox" on Star Trek: Enterprise) join us to banter about storytelling, boxer shorts, and amazing events like the Trek Talk Telethon to support the Hollywood Food Coalition. Join us for good laughs and great causes!
We sit down with the stunning sci-fi writer Dylan Johnson in this week's episode! YAY! Dylan emphasizes community—championing other writers, supporting their causes, and the belief that every life has worth and a story to tell. Tune in for an inspiring sit-down!
This week we have the brain-bursting Christoper Cantwell on the show and WOW!! Some insider previews of the NEW Star Trek comic launch coming on Star Trek Day 2026 in celebration of Trek's 60th anniversary!
Christopher Cantwell is an American writer, producer, and director who has worked in television, film, and comic books. He is best known as one of the two co-creators of the TV series Halt and Catch Fire, for which he also served as a producer, showrunner, screenwriter, and director. He also directed the 2019 film The Parts You Lose. Cantwell is a writer of comic books, including The Blue Flame, She Could Fly, Everything, Doctor Doom, The Mask, Iron Man, Captain America, Gold Goblin, and Star Wars: Obi-Wan. He served as an executive producer of the television adaptation of the comic book Paper Girls.
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In this episode, Michael and Jim welcome Pavel “Flour” Dąbrowski, one of the brilliant minds in the Star Trek Adventures community, to discuss his innovative reimagining of the Extended Task mechanic. Pavel explains how adapting this system for personal and professional missions adds depth to character arcs—transforming what was once a mechanical hurdle into a storytelling engine that tracks growth, struggle, and success. From starship repairs to emotional breakthroughs, this conversation boldly explores how mechanics can serve narrative and enrich the role-playing experience.
This week, Jim and Michael sit down with editor and publishing pro TwylaBeth Lambert for a candid conversation about the unsung hero of writing—editing. From recognizing when to hire an editor to understanding the levels of edits—developmental, line, and copy—they explore how trust, communication, and role clarity can turn revisions into revelations. Whether you’re querying agents or going indie, TwylaBeth shares expert advice on how to make every edit count—creatively, professionally, and financially.
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In this episode, we dive deep into the creative process behind Star Trek Adventures Mission Briefs with writers Cory Belote and Marco Rafala. We explore how to craft compelling narratives for JAG-style legal dramas and expansive Five Year Missions. Cory and Marco share their tips for balancing Federation ideals with high-stakes conflict, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the storytelling techniques used to bring these mission briefs to life for GMs and players alike.
This week on Continuing Conversations: We’re joined by Larry “Dr. Trek” Nemecek — legendary Star Trek authority, bestselling author of Star Trek: The Next Generation Companion, archivist, host of The Trek Files podcast, and creator of the deep-dive fan experience Portal 47. With decades of insider knowledge from behind-the-scenes archival interviews, convention stages, and documentary work, Larry breaks down Trek lore like no one else. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the galaxy, this conversation will take you boldly where few podcasts go.
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Ever wondered how a video game writer handles the "Kobayashi Maru" of storytelling? Dan Martin (Writer, Star Trek: Resurgence) joins us to reveal how Telltale-style branching narratives are built and why Riker makes the perfect Captain.
In this episode of Continuing Conversations, Michael and Jim sit down with Dan Martin to discuss the challenges of writing for a beloved IP like Star Trek. Dan breaks down the "Ludo-narrative dissonance" in game design, shares stories from the Resurgence writer's room, and explains why Spock, Kirk, and McCoy are the ultimate model for video game choices.
[Key Topics]
00:00 - Intro: Writing for the 24th Century
04:15 - Why Riker should have been a Commodore hunting the Borg
08:30 - The secret to Spock’s voice: It’s an East Boston accent?
13:45 - How "Beany" tools manage thousands of script pages
23:10 - Ludo-Narrative Dissonance: When story fights gameplay
26:00 - AI in creative writing: Why Dan isn’t worried
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Dan Martin: DanMartinMedia.com
Michael Dismuke: MichaelDismuke.com
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Jim and Michael are joined by the writers behind the Star Trek Adventures: Species Sourcebook to talk deep Trek lore, game design, and how to bring the galaxy’s many cultures to life at your table.
Al Spader, Nathan Dowdell, Rachael Cruz, and Stephen Near gather to discuss designing iconic species, expanding player options, and giving GMs new tools to add depth, flavor, and IDIC to their campaigns.
If you’ve ever wanted your Star Trek Adventures game to feel richer, stranger, and more authentically Trek — this episode is for you.
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Jim Johnson is back in the co-pilot seat this week alongside Michael Dismuke to interview best-selling romance author Alys Murray.
Alys has made a name for herself writing "sweet" romance novels that capture the cozy, heartwarming feel of a Hallmark movie—but with her latest work, she is adding a magical twist. In this episode, the trio discusses the enduring appeal of the "small town" trope, why readers crave happy endings in chaotic times, and Alys's shift into the paranormal rom-com genre with her new book, Small Town, Big Magic.
They also dive into her writing process, her roots in fanfiction, and the specific "beats" that make a romance novel work.
Topics Discussed:
The definition of "Sweet Romance" vs. other sub-genres.
The Magnolia Sisters series and building fictional flower shop empires.
Transitioning to "Witchy" Rom-Coms with Small Town, Big Magic.
The "Hallmark Movie" formula and why it works.
Pantsing vs. Plotting: How Alys writes three books a year.
The influence of fanfiction on modern publishing.
Guest Info: Alys Murray is an author of romantic comedies and sweet romance novels, known for The Magnolia Sisters series and Small Town, Big Magic. She combines her love for food, travel, and happy endings into stories that feel like a warm hug.
Time Chapters
00:00 - Intro: Jim & Michael are back together
01:45 - Meet Author Alys Murray
04:15 - What is "Sweet Romance"?
07:30 - The Appeal of the "Small Town" Trope
1:20 - Discussing "The Magnolia Sisters"
15:40 - "Small Town, Big Magic": A Witchy Pivot
20:10 - The Writing Process: Beating the Block
24:50 - Fanfiction Roots & Community
29:00 - Upcoming Projects & Outro
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In this episode of Continuing Conversations, Michael Dismuke flies solo to sit down with Heather Antos, the Senior Editor of Star Trek comics at IDW Publishing.
Heather opens up about her journey from Marvel (Star Wars, Gwenpool) to reshaping the Star Trek comic landscape. We discuss the creation of the first-ever Star Trek comic universe, the massive Day of Blood crossover event, and the return of Captain Benjamin Sisko. Heather also breaks down the editorial process, explaining how to balance 60 years of canon while creating accessible stories for new readers through the "Red Shirt" line.
Whether you are a hardcore Trekkie or a comic book curious fan, this episode reveals how the current "Golden Age" of Star Trek comics is being built.
Topics Discussed:
The "Choose Your Own Adventure" style Lower Decks graphic novel.
Creating an "Avengers-style" lineup for the Star Trek universe.
The return of Benjamin Sisko and the God Shock storyline.
Star Trek: Defiant – The "Dirty Dozen" of the Federation.
The step-by-step process of editing a licensed comic book.
The difference between writing for television vs. comic panels.
Guest Info: Heather Antos is an Eisner, Harvey, and Hugo-nominated editor and story consultant known for her work at Marvel, Lucasfilm, and currently IDW Publishing.
Time Chapters
00:00 - Intro: Michael flies solo
01:48 - Meet Heather Antos (Marvel, Star Wars, & IDW)
05:10 - Lower Decks: Warp Your Own Way (Choose Your Own Adventure)
08:25 - Building a Shared Comic Universe (The "Avengers" of Trek)
12:55 - The "Red Shirt" Line: Comics for Non-Nerds
17:15 - Balancing 60 Years of Canon with New Stories
21:50 - The Return of Benjamin Sisko & "The Burn"
27:10 - Star Trek: Defiant (The "Suicide Squad" of Trek)
31:30 - The Editorial Process: From Concept to Script to Art
36:40 - The Importance of Outlining
39:00 - Writing for TV vs. Writing for Comics
43:40 - Upcoming Projects & Outro
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It’s the first episode of 2026—and that means we’re officially in the 60th anniversary year of Star Trek. To kick things off, we’re also widening the show’s scope: we’re not just talking Star Trek Adventures at the table anymore—we’re going Beyond RPG into the more expansive Trek storytelling universe.
Tonight’s guest is Scott Pearson, a longtime editor in the Star Trek fiction space (including years as a freelance copy editor for Trek novels) who has recently stepped into a larger editorial role on the Star Trek book line—and who also works in the Star Trek Adventures RPG world.
We dig into what editors actually do, the differences between prose and comics, why style guides matter more than you think, and how working across novels, comics, and RPGs changes the way you approach story. Along the way: Trek talk, craft talk, and a lot of appreciation for the fans who keep the Final Frontier thriving.
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Jim and Michael recount all the Star Trek Adventures goodness that came out in 2025 and usher in 2026 with a very cool announcement.
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Beam aboard for a special episode! We're reviewing the incredible year for Star Trek Adventures RPG, looking back at the amazing releases of 2025 and teasing what's to come as we approach Star Trek's 60th Anniversary in 2026! Join us as we delve into the latest sourcebooks, mission briefs, and organized play content that have expanded the Star Trek universe for tabletop gamers.
- •Second Edition Launch & Starter Set: Discover how the Second Edition launched with a Quick Start, Core Book, Game Toolkit, and Starter Set, and how the Starter Set is the perfect entry point for new players.
- •Technical Manual: Explore the depths of Star Trek technology with the Technical Manual, covering everything from Prodigy to Lower Decks, and learn how to use complications to enrich your stories.
- •Exploration Guide: Uncover the secrets of galaxy-building with the Exploration Guide, designed to help you create planetary systems, biomes, and thrilling adventures.
- •23rd Century Sourcebook: Journey through the era of Kirk, Spock, and Pike with the 23rd Century Sourcebook, and find out what makes this era so iconic.
- •Mission Briefs & Silver Shields: Learn about the latest Mission Brief releases, including the Department of Temporal Investigations (DTI) and the Judge Advocate General's (JAG) Office, and how the Silver Shields program supports convention play.
John Freeman is a comics writer and editor, and the founder of the award-winning comics news and features site, downthetubes.net, which he established in 1998. He's worked professionally in the British comics publishing industry for over 30 years, describing himself as a "freelance comics operative", working as an editor, Creative Consultant, and as a comics writer and events promoter.
Initially working at Marvel UK, joining the company in 1987, his editor credits include down the years include titles such as Doctor Who Magazine, Babylon 5 Magazine, Star Trek Magazine, (enjoying three tours of duty on the title, including as editor of the now sadly no more Star Trek Explorer); and comics such as Havoc, Overkill, Death's Head II, Warheads, Simpsons Comics UK and STRIP - The Adventure Comics Magazine. He also edited several digital and audio comics for ROK Comics, including Team M.O.B.I.L.E. and The Beatles Story. More recently, he edited the Lost Fleet mini-series and two Doctor Who mini-series for Titan Comics, which received critical acclaim.
He is currently working on several projects for B7 Comics, the comics imprint of B7 Media, including writing Pilgrim: Secrets and Lies, a four-issue sci-fi thriller featuring art by Neil Edwards (Fantastic Four, Rogue Trooper), and a creator-owned SF adventure with Brazilian creators Wam Nick. He also edited Hancock: The Lad Himself, a graphic novel about comedian Tony Hancock, by Stephen Walsh and Keith Page.
For fun, he's working on "Doctor Who - Terror of the Deep", a 90-episode not-for-profit newspaper strip with artist Danny Cushion, Paul Cooke, and Bill Storie, available to read online.
He is also currently the Press Officer for the annual Lakes International Comic Art Festival.
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In this Continuing Conversations episode, Michael Dismuke, Jim Johnson, and Alex Boer explore innovative ways to track character growth in Star Trek Adventures. Alex demonstrates his visual value-tracking system—using index card-style boxes and arrows to map how values evolve and generate determination through callbacks. The group discusses both digital (Obsidian, Google Sheets) and physical approaches to tracking mission logs, showing how these tools help players stay engaged with their character’s moral compass and choices. Together, they unpack how experienced players share determination, reset values between episodes, and use milestones to develop both main and supporting characters—bringing deeper emotional continuity to every mission.
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In this episode of Continuing Conversations, Michael Dismuke sits down with Alex Boer and John Mierau to discuss how Star Trek Adventures gamemasters can transform Awards and Acclaim into powerful storytelling tools. The trio explores ways to balance reputation tracking with narrative flow, from John’s courtroom drama that turned into a standout role-playing moment to Alex’s regular award ceremonies that celebrate character arcs every four sessions. Together, they share how commendations—whether earned by die rolls or through rich storytelling—can deepen player connection, spotlight achievements, and bring Starfleet values to life at the table.
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This week on Continuing Conversations, Michael Dismuke and Jim Johnson beam up the wildly brilliant Anna Margaret—educator, science communicator, cosplayer, and the self-proclaimed “nerdy lifestyle content creator” who turns fandom into fuel for learning. Anna brings infectious energy to every topic she touches.
Join us as we dive into her creative process, the art of blending education with entertainment, and how she blends gaming, storytelling, and cosplay to make irresistible fun. Whether you’re a Trekkie, a teacher, or just a curious nerd at heart, this episode will have you laughing and learning.
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The wonderfully creative Aki returns to help Jim and Michael tackle the subject: Bringing back one-and-done characters from Trek into your RPG game! Share link: https://edenhousing-org.zoom.us/rec/share/soJ5JD9qDxoCBsV9iYF9NQ9BBekdB68HxBhNUjQk_0JKmqUerCTQBi5q93ZajS-f.uIHDVF6OUfdjvAqj
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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."
Kelli Fitpatrick, Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke ask "Does writing hopeful science fiction and fantasy even matter with everything that's going on in the world right now?" Join the deep dicussion and let us know what you think in the comments section.
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00:00:22 - Introductions: Dismuke, Johnson, and Fitzpatrick
00:01:40 - Employee morale and hopeful sci-fi
00:03:32 - Optimistic fiction explores humanity's future
00:07:31 - Optimism and escapism importance in fiction
10:44 - Game design for positive dopamine hits
11:11 - Session zero: Setting game tone upfront
12:55 - Gaming's positive impact on real world
14:44 - Star Trek RPGs and leadership skills
00:18:57 - Nuance: Ethical scenarios and RPG complexities
00:27:23 - Writing matters, especially in difficult times
Kelli Fitzpatrick joins this week show to discuss the question "Is there a genre that Star Trek has NOT touched?" Enjoy the discussion and insights about how to bring different genres into your Star Trek Adventures game.
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00:00:20 - Introductions and writing discussion
00:04:12 - Q's powers: Science or magic?
00:07:49 - Star Trek: Technology, magic, spirituality
00:14:13 - Star Trek's classic Hollywood themes
00:20:27 - Egyptian magic as advanced technology
00:23:21 - Earth post World War III setting
00:26:27 - Kelly's website and diverse work
Continuing Conversations: Starfleet in the 23rd Century! Announcing the newest supplement to the Star Trek Adventures 2e universe! Join writers Aaron Pollyea, Al Spader, Sarah Kennedy, Chris McCarver, Bill Barbato, Michael Dismuke, and Jim Johnson as we get hype over all the goodness that came from the TOS, TAS, DIS, SNW, and Movie-era of Trek!
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00:00:20 - Introductions of Michael, Jim, and Aaron
00:06:13 - Reimagining the Gorn in Star Trek
00:12:51 - Revisiting the original Star Trek series
00:15:56 - Speaker loves Discovery and Klingon redesigns
00:18:47 - Condensing Star Trek lore challenges
00:25:06 - Genesis project's political powder keg
00:30:45 - Distilling Star Trek's Century for RPGs
00:37:58 - Klingon and Romulan psychology across time
00:43:57 - Book focuses on entire century of Trek
00:49:40 - Gratitude to Peter David, Star Trek writer
AJ Fox joins Jim and Michael as we break down the character of Kira Nerys: her relevance, her strengths, her dynamics. Then we talk about how to create a similar-type character for your STA campaign: the dangers, the perks!
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00:00:20 - Introductions: Michael, Jim, and guest AJ
00:01:46 - Kira character analysis and RPG modeling
00:06:53 - Deep Space Nine's political commentary
00:10:29 - Kira, Opaka, and Bajoran perspectives
00:16:44 - Kira's character arc and relationships
00:23:23 - Bajor, Federation, and wormhole control
00:26:29 - RPG session zero: Kira and safety tools
00:33:10 - Building contrasting characters for role-playing
00:39:43 - Discovery rewatch reveals nuances
00:42:38 - AJ's projects: TTRPG talk show, editing
Yep, back to weekly) AJ FOX is back to talk about the stupendously amazing 5-4-3-2-1 system for character development! Listen in and prepare to flesh out your PCs in new and imaginative ways.
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Chapters
00:00:16 - Introductions of Michael, Jim, and AJ Fox
00:03:11 - Developmental, integral concepts for characters
00:05:57 - Character development as a writing tool
00:08:40 - Player versus character goals in RPGs
00:11:29 - Failing forward and character development
00:13:18 - Important NPCs: friends and foes
00:14:24 - Players creating character backstories
00:17:07 - Character secrets and Rutherford's implant
00:19:56 - Kirk's son reveal and motivations
00:22:43 - Motivations beyond Starfleet Academy graduation
Continuing Conversations w/ Peter Norton of Hollowponds Solo Sagas. This week on the show, we sit down with Peter Norton, the creative force behind Hollowponds Solo Sagas, to talk about his bold leap into full-time storytelling. We dive into his upcoming projects, his vision for building a vibrant solo RPG community, and his creative ventures into Star Trek Adventures Captain’s Log. From passion to profession, from the depths of original worlds to the final frontier—this is an episode packed with inspiration, insight, and the art of going boldly… alone.
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00:00:20 - Meeting Michael, Jim, and Peter
00:06:35 - Solo role-playing and creative freedom
00:12:46 - Solo game design and imagination
00:15:26 - Star Trek, gaming, and show genres
00:20:53 - Captain encounters sentient lichen species
00:25:17 - Captain's Log as role-playing tool
00:29:36 - Capping stories and building arcs
00:35:27 - Writing requires constant practice
00:40:13 - Sign off: Live long and prosper
Guest Aaron Pollyea comes on to talk about his latest project: Saucer Squadron. Then we dive into sectors and star systems in Star Trek Adventures Exploration Guide!
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This podcast features Jim Johnson, Michael Dismuke, and Aaron Pallier discussing Aaron's recent projects. The conversation centers around Saucer Squadron, a 1950s-themed tactical wargame about a Roswell-inspired alien conspiracy, available as a PDF and print-on-demand, with future STL miniatures planned. They also delve into the Star Trek Adventures Exploration Guide, releasing October 3rd, which boasts detailed astronomical accuracy, facilitating in-depth exploration gameplay and world-building. The guide's scientific rigor, layered approach to exploration (sector, system, planet), and compatibility with tools like Starforged are highlighted. The discussion expands on potential uses for the guide in various game formats, including large-scale fleet battles and integrating it with other RPG systems like Captain's Log. Finally, the podcast touches upon Aaron's extensive science fiction movie podcast (covering 270+ films) and the team's future projects, including a new game, "redacted," co-created with Al Spader.
00:21:44 - Intro: Aaron Pallier's Sci-Fi Project
03:28 - Saucer Squadron Game Design
07:00 - Saucer Squadron: Pulp Sci-Fi
10:29:27 - Sci-Fi Movie & Future Plans
13:18 - Star Trek Adventures Guide
16:30 - Scientific Accuracy in Games
20:00 - Star Trek Adventure Design
23:02:22 - Sector Creation in RPGs
25:35 - Expanding Star Trek Systems
29:08 - Detailed Space Battles in Star Trek
37:38 - Closing Thoughts on Guide
40:30 - Childhood & Cosmic Inspiration
46:01 - Farewell
BC Holmes is back with the latest and greatest with the Star Trek Adventures Character and Ship Creator app!!!!! https://linktr.ee/StudioTembo
Integrating the Technical Guide, the Exploration Guide, and Captain's Log to Create Memorable Missions. BC Holmes and Eric Campbell join Jim and Michael for an ultimate riff session where dice rolls become the foundation of dramatic stories. Watch and learn!
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Star Trek Adventures 2e Exploration Guide! More Talents, Secret Values, probability matrixes galore!!!! Join Jim and Michael as they sit with writers AJ Fox, Aaron Pollyea, and Al Spader to riff about their favorite parts of this handy new tool that promises to make your games even better!
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Let's Talk Politics and Factions. The outstanding Aaron Harvey and super-fan Will Parker join Jim and Michael to dive deep into the intrigue, ideology, and interstellar influence that shape the Star Trek universe. From power struggles within the Klingon Empire to the covert maneuverings of Section 31, this episode explores how GMs and players can use factions and political dynamics to build richer, more nuanced Star Trek Adventures campaigns. Whether you're crafting diplomatic showdowns, navigating moral gray zones, or plotting your own version of galactic détente, this episode is packed with ideas to energize your game.
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In Part 2 of their RPG storytelling series, Michael Dismuke and Josh Allen dive into raising the stakes, designing Act Two’s pivotal low point, resolving major conflicts, and using foreshadowing to set up future adventures. They also share bonus tips for refining your RPG narratives.
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Michael Dismuke and writer Josh Allen open the writers' room to explore how to design dramatic stories for RPGs. In Part 1, they cover defining your story’s end goal, structuring a three-act arc, crafting inciting incidents, and building meaningful conflicts that keep players engaged.
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Jim and Michael welcome back Al Spader to show you how to build character arcs into your episodic Star Trek Adventure games. Drive drama. Encourage character growth. Create stories that you and your crew will remember forever. WARNING: We make it look easy.
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Jim and Michael invite Al Spader to talk about integrating the new Technical Guide into your Star Trek Adventures and Captain's Log RPG games. Time to riff!
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Massive Star Trek and media tie-in writer Keith R.A. DeCandido graces us with his presence this week. From how he got started in his amazing career to his methodology for writing, we cover it all plus some!
Keith R.A. DeCandido has been writing about popular culture for this site since 2011, primarily but not exclusively writing about Star Trek and screen adaptations of superhero comics. He is also the author of more than 60 novels, more than 100 short stories, and more than 70 comic books, both in a variety of licensed universes from Alien to Zorro, as well as in worlds of his own creation, most notably the new Supernatural Crimes Unit series debuting in the fall of 2025. Read his blog, or follow him all over the Internet: Facebook, The Site Formerly Known As Twitter, Instagram, Threads, Blue Sky, YouTube, Patreon, and TikTok.
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To preorder Supernatural Crimes Unit: NYPD Book 1: The Thin Blue Ley-Line, this blog post has all the links:
https://decandido.wordpress.com/2025/02/11/cover-reveal-and-preorder-link-for-supernatural-crimes-unit-nypd-book-1-the-thin-blue-ley-line/
Other links:
Website: http://decandido.net/
Blog: http://decandido.wordpress.com/
Facebook: http://facebook.com/kradec and http://facebook.com/KeithRADeCandido
Twitter: http://x.com/kradec
Instagram: http://instagram.com/krad418
Threads: http://threads.net/@krad418
Patreon: http://patreon.com/krad
YouTube: http://youtube.com/c/KRADCOVIDreadings
Blue Sky: http://bsky.app/profile/kradec.bsky.social
My writing for Reactor Magazine: https://reactormag.com/author/keith-decandido/
Lou Anders is the author of the novel Once Upon a Unicorn, as well as the Thrones & Bones trilogy of fantasy adventure novels (Frostborn, Nightborn, and Skyborn), and the novel Star Wars: Pirate’s Price. Listen in as Lou talks about his years of experience as a sci-fi reporter pumping out hundreds of articles about Babylon 5, Star Trek DS9, Voyager and more!!!
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Fury of the Forsaken, Kickstarter (launching end of April)https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/louanders/fury-of-the-forsaken Lazy Wolf Studios on DriveThruRPG:https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/17859/lazy-wolf-studios Thrones & Bones Discord:https://discord.gg/9TCw4XMh6p Newsletter:https://lazy-wolves.ghost.io/ew
Lou Anders is the author of the novel Once Upon a Unicorn, as well as the Thrones & Bones trilogy of fantasy adventure novels (Frostborn, Nightborn, and Skyborn), and the novel Star Wars: Pirate’s Price. Listen in as Lou talks about his years of experience as a sci-fi reporter pumping out hundreds of articles about Babylon 5, Star Trek DS9, Voyager and more!!!
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Fury of the Forsaken, Kickstarter (launching end of April)https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/louanders/fury-of-the-forsaken Lazy Wolf Studios on DriveThruRPG:https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/17859/lazy-wolf-studios Thrones & Bones Discord:https://discord.gg/9TCw4XMh6p Newsletter:https://lazy-wolves.ghost.io/ew
Romulans!!!!! Join Troy Mepyans and Alex Boer as we discuss those green-bloodied secret-keepers that some people love to hate and others love to love. How can you get the most out of your Romulan characters if you choose to play them in Star Trek Adventures RPG? Check this out!
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Let's celebrate the artists! Ariel Orea, Star Trek Adventures art director, and Aurea Freniere, freelance STA artist extraordinaire, call in from Mexico City to share their experiences developing as artists and working for Modiphius. Take this creative journey with us and learn some behind-the-scenes goodness about the art process.
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Let's discuss the new Technical Manual. Join Aaron Pollyea, Al Spader, Jim Johnson, and Michael Dismuke as we shout out our favorite highlights from the newest Star Trek Adventures release. Get ready to strap on your hyposprays and tricorders. This is going to be fun! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
The crew of the USS Challenger is back. Join Al Spader, BC Holmes, Meric Moir, Jim Johnson, and Michael Dismuke as we show of Supporting Characters in Star Trek Adventures RPG Second Edition. The story "Bedlam on Baham" is pulled from the FREE Trade Ledgers Mission Brief Pack.
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The crew of the USS Challenger is back. Join Al Spader, BC Holmes, Meric Moir, Jim Johnson, and Michael Dismuke as we show of Supporting Characters in Star Trek Adventures RPG Second Edition. The story "Bedlam on Baham" is pulled from the FREE Trade Ledgers Mission Brief Pack.
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The crew of the USS Challenger is back. Join Al Spader, BC Holmes, Meric Moir, Jim Johnson, and Michael Dismuke as we show of Supporting Characters in Star Trek Adventures RPG Second Edition. The story "Bedlam on Baham" is pulled from the FREE Trade Ledgers Mission Brief Pack.
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We roll out the red carpet for Guy Sclanders, famous Game Master for Off My Bridge (formerly How to be a Great GM), to come and discuss this illustrious career, guidance on storytelling, and so many more massively impactful tidbits about how to get the most out of gaming. He also gushes about Captain's Log Solo RPG and Star Trek Adventures 2e (blushing).
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Let's talk about Trills!!! Time for another deep dive on the intriguing, multifaceted species known as the Trills. Listen in and learn why Trills can be one of the most interesting aliens to play.
BC Holmes is back with amazing updates to the Star Trek Adventures Character and Ship Creator!! Hang on tight! It gets better every year.
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AMA with Kelli Fitzpatrick. Kelli Fitzpatrick is an author, editor, and teacher from Michigan. Her Star Trek story “The Sunwalkers” was selected as a winner of the Star Trek: Strange New Worlds contest and is published by Simon and Schuster. She has written and edited for the Star Trek Adventures tabletop role-playing game from Modiphius Entertainment, for NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope outreach team, and for Arizona State University’s Interplanetary Institute. We also discuss her latest achievement (due March 2025), Captain Marvel: Carol Danvers Declassified for Marvel!
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Jason Kaufman and Brad Browne Interview Part 2: Creating Stories and the Creative Process. Tune in to synch with experienced writers and help inspire your next writing project. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Jason Kaufman and Brad Browne Interview Part 1: Leadership in Star Trek and how to go about tackling writing projects! Here are some early previews of the next great Trek book on leadership and other tasty tidbits about writing. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Cardassians among us! Meric Moir, Al Spader, Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke march into the melodrama that is Cardassians to give GMs and players food for thought when selecting these characters to play.
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Let's Talk Nausicaans! Meric Moir, Al Spader, Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke go down the Nausicaan rabbit-hole to see what amazing gaming options we can concoct with this mandible-mouthed species!
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The writers behind the Star Trek Adventures Second Edition Starter set to convene to talk about the inspiration behind this year's epic campaign release. Join Meric Moir, Al Spader, Michael Dismuke, and project manager Jim Johnson as we whet your appetite for this great gaming resource!
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Jim and Michael talk Fan Expos and amazing blog posts. Oh! Michael met Kate Mulgrew (a.k.a. Captain Janeway). Hear all about it!
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Star Trek Adventures 2024 YEAR IN REVIEW!! Join Jim and Michael as they review all the mind-blowing releases of 2024, including such hits as the Federation-Klingon War Tactical Campaign, mission briefs and modules, and the amazing Star Trek Adventures Second Edition!
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Continuing Conversations is delighted to welcome writer/poet/podcaster Mike O'dah Ziibing Ashkewe (Heart of the River) to the show. We will discuss his background, art, inspiration, and anything else we can fit into the space. Mike is one of the founders of ThisWeekInGeek, which is called "the best place geeks, gamers, and nerds of every type to gather and listen in to the news, reviews, interviews, and topic shows for everything nerd culture!"
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From RPGs to fan films!!!! Get ready to be wowed with a behind-the-scenes look at "Farragut Forward," Kaotica Studios 2024 Star Trek fan film release! Jump in as we travel with Johnny K into the heart of imagination and fan love!
Kaotica Studios journeyed to the Final Frontier in partnership with Farragut Films with “Farragut Forward” the continuation of the long-running Star Trek fan series Starship Farragut. One of the most ambitious Star Trek fan films in history, the Farragut Forward prologue premiered in 2022 with festival wins for Best Cinematography, Best Editing, and more. Favoring real set construction over a green screen, as well as the use of practical ship models, the full episode of Farragut Forward was released in October 2024.
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Continuing Conversations welcomes Ben Heisler, ENNIE-Award winning Associate Producer of RPGs for Renegade Game Studios, to chat about breaking into the RPG writing world. He works on some amazing IPs like Transformers, GI Joe, My Little Pony, and more! Gamer, writer, con planner and overall adventurer, come listen to his great insights.
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What happens when a Star Trek Adventures writer embarks on his own continuing mission by creating his own IP---Sentience the RPG? Join us as we interview Al Spader, the creator of Sentience. Learn how to incorporate aspects of this groundbreaking game (along with others) with your STA campaign.
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In this episode, Joseph Harney and Alex Boer join Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke for a deep dive into empaths and telepaths in Star Trek! They’ll explore how these powerful abilities shape characters, stories, and gameplay in Star Trek Adventures. Don’t miss this mind-expanding discussion! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
We’re excited to welcome Alex Boer, a veteran GM who has been running games for over a decade. He joins Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke to explore the pros and cons of using online platforms to connect players with professional GMs. Start your online Star Trek adventure with Alex at startplaying.games/gm/gmalex! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Aaron Pollyea joins Jim and Michael to expound on ways GMs and players can make the most out of the icy antenna-bearers in your Star Trek Adventures games. (And Aenar too!) https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Let's Talk About Tellarites! Aaron Pollyea joins Jim and Michael to expound on ways GMs and players can make the most out of the argumentative aliens in your Star Trek Adventures games. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Curious to see Star Trek Adventures RPG 2e in action! Join 2e writers Jim Johnson, Michael Dismuke, Meric Moir, Al Spader and the maintainer of the STA Character and Ship Creator, BC Holmes as we play Act THREE of “Test of Honor” from the Political Actions mission brief pack. This time we dive into operating the U.S.S. Challenger and pushing the ship and its crew to their limits.
Curious to see Star Trek Adventures RPG 2e in action! Join 2e writers Jim Johnson, Michael Dismuke, Meric Moir, Al Spader and the maintainer of the STA Character and Ship Creator, BC Holmes as we play Act TWO of “Test of Honor” from the Political Actions mission brief pack. This time we dive into operating the U.S.S. Challenger and pushing the ship and its crew to their limits.
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Curious to see Star Trek Adventures RPG 2e in action! Join 2e writers Jim Johnson, Michael Dismuke, Meric Moir, Al Spader and the maintainer of the STA Character and Ship Creator, BC Holmes as we play Act ONE of “Test of Honor” from the Political Actions mission brief pack. This time we dive into operating the U.S.S. Challenger and pushing the ship and its crew to their limits. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Ultimate Crossover Event: Dune Meets Star Trek! Dune RPG Project Manager Andrew Peregrine joins forces with Klingon Core Rulebook writers Kelly Fitzpatrick (2016 Strange New Worlds contest winner; Captain Marvel: Carol Danvers Declassified) and Derek Tyler Attico (The Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko) to riff about when Dune Houses and Klingon Houses collide! Get ready for out-of-this-world ideas and Jim and Michael ask: What if we modified the Dune: The Great Game: Houses of the Landsraad ruleset to construct Klingon Houses?
The Star Trek Adventures Game Toolkit provides a wealth of materials to expand your game beyond the core rulebook. It provides players and gamemasters with additional options and rules references to aid your group in exploring the final frontier. STA game designer Nathan Dowdell sits down with Jim and Michael to break down this valuable toolset section by section and piece by piece.
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Nathan Dowdell, 2d20 System Designers, joins Jim and Michael as we continue our chapter-by-chapter breakdown of Star Trek Adventures 2E. Let's dive into Chapters 5-9 as we explore the streamlined updates in Modiphius' latest Trek release! We will explore ships, tech & weapons, operations, conflict and more! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Nathan Dowdell, 2d20 System Designers, joins Jim and Michael as we continue our chapter-by-chapter breakdown of Star Trek Adventures 2E. Let's dive into Chapter 4: Reporting for Duty and explore insights and factoids regarding the new, streamlined character creation! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
It's time to break down the Star Trek Adventures 2e core rulebook! Get ready for cool Easter Eggs and dynamic insights focusing on the introduction, chapters 1-3, and the "Gorgon's Gaze" mission module with writers Al Spader, Aaron Pollyea, and Chris McCarver!
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Converting Characters and Ships Between 1e and 2e: Quick Tips on Updating your Star Trek Adventures to 2e. Listen in as Aaron Pollyea, Al Spader, Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke discuss the new, streamline edition of STA! Minor changes make for major improvements as we show you how to make easy adjustments to PCs, NPCs, and ships so that you can warp back into the action! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Converting Game Mechanics Between 1e and 2e, Part 1: Quick Tips on Updating your Star Trek Adventures to 2e. Listen in as Aaron Pollyea, Al Spader, Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke discuss the new, streamline edition of STA! No need to panic! The changes are meant to make mechanics flow better and enhance your storytelling experience! In this episode, we focus on common game mechanics like Extended Tasks, Traits, Reveals, Reversals, Determination, Stress, Injury and more! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Gina "Aki" Benson (Clear Skies, Shield of Tomorrow and Callisto 6) and Aliza (uh-LEE-szuh) Pearl (Streampunks RPG, Women at Warp) join Jim and Michael as they dive deep into Klingon culture! This is beyond bat'leths and braggadocio. We are talking opera, passion, agriculture, tapestries, religion and more. We show you what the TV shows and movies never have and discuss new ways to incorporate Klingons into your Star Trek Adventures games. Hold onto your targs! This is sure to blow your minds.
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Curious to see Star Trek Adventures RPG 2e in action! Now is your chance! Join 2e writers Jim Johnson, Michael Dismuke, Meric Moir, Al Spader and the maintainer of the STA Character and Ship Creator, BC Holmes as we conclude Act Three of “S.S. Tranquil” from the Trade Ledgers mission brief pack. Experience more basic task resolution, watch how to use foci and talents, and experience imagination in action! Watch and learn!
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Curious to see Star Trek Adventures RPG 2e in action! Now is your chance! Join 2e writers Jim Johnson, Michael Dismuke, Meric Moir, Al Spader and the maintainer of the STA Character and Ship Creator, BC Holmes as we play Act Two of “S.S. Tranquil” from the Trade Ledgers mission brief pack. Experience more basic task resolution, watch how to use foci and talents, and experience imagination in action! Watch and learn!
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Curious to see Star Trek Adventures RPG 2e in action! Now is your chance! Join 2e writers Jim Johnson, Michael Dismuke, Meric Moir, Al Spader and the maintainer of the STA Character and Ship Creator, BC Holmes as we play Act One of “S.S. Tranquil” from the Trade Ledgers mission brief pack. Experience basic task resolution, watch how to use foci and talents, and experience imagination in action! Watch and learn!
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Incorporating Star Trek One Hit Wonders into your Star Trek Adventures Games! BC Holmes joins Jim and Michael to discuss those one-off, obscure alien species that have popped up in 55+ years of Star Trek TV and movies. Let's talk how GMs and players can incorporate these little known individuals and civilizations into RPG sessions to add flavor and world-building fun!
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RPG as Education! Yes, indeed. Join educators Al Spader and Kelli Fitzpatrick as they talk about how to incorporate gaming into the educational arena. We talk about RPG at work and at school, the benefits, and the future. Come get schooled in this fun episode. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
BC Holmes joins Jim and Michael to discuss how to make the most out of Supporting Characters in Star Trek Adventures RPG.
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The Cross-Over Event of the Season! Welcome Matt Forbeck, author of the Marvel Multiverse Role-Playing Game, joins Jim and Michael to discuss the connection between two unearthly franchises! Why play MMRPG? Why play Star Trek Adventures? Why play both at the EXACT same time! A lot of fun from this industry professional and great advice for would-be writers! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
How to Play a non-Starfleet/non-Klingon Game! Star Trek Adventures is flexible. Wanna play the Fenris Rangers, a group of greedy Ferengi, or alien treasure hunters? You can! We invite Conner Self and super-fan Dr. Twitch onto the show to guide us on how to run this type of game. Prepare for some amazing storytelling! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
FREE RPG DAY! What is it? Where is it happening in your neighborhood? Why should you support it? Join Al Spader, Jim Johnson, and Michael Dismuke as we get you pumped up to play! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Traits in Star Trek Adventures 2e! Star Trek Adventures 2D20 System Designer Nathan Dowdell and writer Al Spader join Jim and Michael as we talk all about Traits! Years of experience has taught us how Traits can really make a STA session blast off! Listen in as this group of experts teaches you how to get the most out of Traits in your games! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Threat and Momentum in Star Trek Adventures 2e! Star Trek Adventures 2D20 System Designer Nathan Dowdell and writer Al Spader join Jim and Michael as we delve into how to power up your game with the use of Momentum and Threat in 2e! Fasten your flight belts and get ready to amp up your action!
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More Character and Ship Creator Updates from BC Homes. Join Continuing Conversations as we invite the illustrious BC Holmes, maintainer of the Star Trek Adventures Character Creator, to the show to talk about the latest and greatest updates to the best STA (and now Captain's Log) tool out there.
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The Power of the Gaming Convention! Join Jim and Michael and expert gamemasters Al Spader and Troy Mepyans as we answer two big questions: 1) Why go to gaming cons in the first place? 2) What amazing benefits come from running a game at a con? We hope to inspire you to support your local con and take up the mantle of master GM!
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How can GMs and players combine the Tactical Campaign, Star Trek Adventures, and Captain's Log to create a campaign of galactic proportions? With over 8 years of STA goodies in various shapes and sizes, Jim Johnson, Michael Dismuke, and Al Spader bring all the goodies to the table to spark fresh ideas for thousands of gamers. Listen in to hear great tips on how to get the most out of these fine products.
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Michael Duxbury joins the show this week to discuss his new release "Alternative Truths" in conjunction with Michael Dismuke's "Khitomer Accords", a Star Trek Adventures module and mission briefs pack that delves into the aftermath of the explosion at Praxis and the signing of the truce between the Federation and Klingons. The tow Michaels and Jim Johnson hash out creative ways to use these great tools to create an epic story that explores the depths of the Klingon Empire and the politics of this momentous time in Trek history
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Welcome to the Continuing Conversations podcast, your gateway to exploring the rich tapestry of inclusivity and diversity within the universe of tabletop gaming. In this special Autism Acceptance Month edition, we’re warping into the heart of what makes Star Trek an enduring symbol of embracing differences: its unwavering commitment to showcasing a multitude of voices and perspectives. Just as Star Trek has always been a beacon for diversity, our gaming tables too should be sanctuaries of acceptance and understanding.
Join us as we navigate the cosmos of inclusivity with our esteemed hosts, Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke, alongside our guest stars Eric Campbell, Sam de Leve, and Josh Allen. These seasoned navigators of the gaming universe bring a wealth of experience in adapting games to be more inclusive, particularly for players with different learning styles or neurodivergence.
Today, we’ll delve into the art of creating gaming experiences that not only welcome but celebrate every player's uniqueness, ensuring that everyone can find their place in the adventure. So, set your phasers to 'inspire,' and let’s embark on a journey to make the final frontier accessible to all, proving that in the universe of gaming, diversity is not just accepted, it’s celebrated.
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Jim and Michael go from admiral-level insanity to collaborative Captain' Log play in the latest chapter of their Federation-Klingon War Tactical Campaign saga! We show you how to go from high-level strategy down to heartrending character stories to exhibit the versatility of the Star Trek Adventures TTRPG systems. Strap into your flight chairs and get ready for some dynamic dice tosses and mind-blowing creativity!
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Federation-Klingon War Tactical Campaign, Part 2. Come watch the Federation-Klingon War Tactical Campaign in action! (Watch it on YouTube to see the cool, amateur TTRPG set up.) Jim and Michael play the groundbreaking RPG. We act as admirals commanding the fleets, characters, and resources needed to win an all-out war against the Klingons. Can we spend out assets wisely to preserve the Federation?
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Federation-Klingon War Tactical Campaign, Part 1. You've heard about it! You probably have the PDF! Now it's time to see the Federation-Klingon War Tactical Campaign in action! Come watch (yep, YouTube preferred) Jim and Michael play the groundbreaking RPG. We act as admirals commanding the fleets, characters, and resources needed to win an all-out war against the Klingons. Can we spend out assets wisely to preserve the Federation?
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The Federation-Klingon War Tactical Campaign: The Epic Drama Unfolds! Join Jim Johnson and guest host Al Spader as they interview writers Alison Cybe, Michael Dismuke, Michael Duxbury and John Kennedy about their work crafting the modules and mission briefs that make up the tactical campaign. Get tips on how to modify the stories to fit any campaign in any era!
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The Federation-Klingon War Tactical Campaign! Join Jim Johnson, Michael Dismuke, and guest host Al Spader as we break down the new rule system! Prepare to be blown away by this exciting new gaming option. Learn practical ways to adapt it into your current Star Trek Adventures and Captain's Log games.
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The Federation-Klingon War Tactical Campaign! Join Jim Johnson, Michael Dismuke, guest host Al Spader, and Aaron Pollyea as we talk everything from safety checklists to ships. Are you prepared to take your crew into a war of galactic proportions? Check out some great new optional rules and Easter Eggs to keep your crew coming back for more.
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Announcement: The Federation-Klingon War Tactical Campaign! Join Jim Johnson and guest host Al Spader as they interview writers Alison Cybe, Michael Dismuke, Michael Duxbury and John Kennedy about their work on Star Trek Adventures latest groundbreaking release! Learn what this book is all about and how you can use it to take your in-game events to epic proportions!
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Star Trek Adventures for Kids (and Teens)! Join our crew this episode as we invite Al Spader, Conner Self, and Josh Allen--aficionados on playing RPG with young humans--to the show! Hear how to adapt game mechanics, storytelling, and character development for kids along with great tips on session zero and group safety. Come on, everyone. Let's create the next generation of role-players and Trekkies!
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Jim and Michael welcome Heather Antos to the show! IDW Publishing's most profitable division for the past 20+ years has been its licensed comics, and in 2023, they promoted Star Trek editor Heather Antos to run their entire division. Under the new title of Group Editor, Licensing, Antos oversees the Star Trek comics, as well as adding Sonic the Hedgehog and other books to her portfolio. Now, Antos talks about the intersection of RPG with comics! Listen in and learn! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Jim and Michael continue the adventures of the U.S.S. Saratoga using Captain's Log Solo RPG. Picard-era. LARPing. Holodecks. Romulans. More Neelix. Ancient Egypt. Sentient Machines & More. Watch us roll up one doozy of an adventure! Watch and learn how to do a collaborative RPG!
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Making Ship Combat Easy! Ship-to-ship combat has been mentioned by fans as one of the most challenging parts of Star Trek Adventures. Listen in to Al Spader, Jim Johnson, and Michael Dismuke as they provide a cargo bay full of ideas about how to make ship combat as crunchy or as simple as you like! You are sure to hear some great ideas to use in your games.
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First time on the show! Chris Birch, publisher and founder of Modiphius, comes on Continuing Conversations to talk about his take on artificial intelligence, its effect on creators, the company's stance on the matter, and the future (holodecks included). Are you looking for a safe space to hear about what's happening in the industry and how it might affect gaming in the years to come? Then join the conversation!
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Jim and Michael welcome back the illustrious Eric Campbell (@StreampunksRpg, http://twitch.tv/16BitEric). We chat about Eric's most recent creative exploits (except the stuff under NDA), the evolution of Star Trek Adventures as a game, his advice on homebrew rules, and the all-new Discord server Eric is setting up for the Captain's Log expanded universe! Yep! You can play with Eric and other CL fans! As always, an insightful and inspiring interview!
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Ready, Set, Go! Are you wondering what books/PDFs to pick up first to start your journey into Star Trek Adventures? Jim and Michael provide some advice for people new to STA. Forward this helpful video to your friends and family who might be scratching their heads trying to sort through the mountain of great publications.
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The number for the National Suicide Prevention Hotline is 988. They can be called or texted.
Connor Self, @TheHealerDM, a therapist in a school, a prolific RPG author with some serious content creation credits, a proDM, and a convention organizer, joins Jim and Michael to speak about this important subject. Conner speaks on Mental Health for the Layperson GM and also appeared on the Gamehole Twitch to discuss telling good stories. Tune in to get educated and think about the safeguards all GMs and players should put in place when gaming.
Mental Health Information:
Mental Health First Aid is offered by several organizations. Here is a link to find courses offered near you. https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/take-a-course/find-a-course/
Charity Information:
D8 Summit Charities is a 501c3 charity organization headquartered in Illinois that attends events across the country. We seek to support local causes while also providing educational outreach to the gamer community. We also seek to give voice to new and underrepresented people in the gamer community. Website: d8summit.org Website for our 2024 charity event: https://tabletop.events/conventions/2024-d8-summit-charity-convention
How to get the most out of your soft science characters in Star Trek Adventures and Captain's Log! Join our panel of brilliant GMs and players--BC Holmes, Aaron Pollyea, Al Spader, Jim Johnson, and Michael Dismuke--as they ignite the imagination and demonstrate how to really make your soft scientist shine!
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Star Trek Adventures 2023 YEAR IN REVIEW!! Join Jim and Michael as they review all the cool releases of 2023, including such hits as Lower Decks Campaign Guide, The Animated Series Campaign Guide, and Captain's Log Solo RPG. Plus so much more!
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The writers of Star Trek comics (IDW Publishing) blow our minds as we talk about developing characters in stories and role-playing games. These aficionados of RPG have more ideas than we can possibly fit in an hour and more experience than they know what to do with. Tune in and strap in!
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From antagonists to allies! You challenged us, and we accepted the challenge! Meric Moir of SkyHammerPress joins Jim and Michael on the ultimate riff challenge to create a story where the villainous Kai Winn and Gul Dukat (DS9) become redeemable characters. (I know. Hard to believe.) Join us in the writers' room and get your creative juices flowing.
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Just when you think you know all the rules to Captain's Log! Watch Jim and Michael launch into episode 2 of Star Trek: Saratoga, their collab play. Not only do we roll up one heck of an epic adventure full of Klingons and guest stars from Voyager in this Picard-era campaign; but we also discover some innovative ways to use the probability matrixes that will send your games rocketing into the sky! Watch and learn!
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Maurice Broaddus, Afrofuturist author and editor at Apex Magazine, and Derek Tyler Attico, author of The Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko, grace Continuing Conversations with their presence as we talk about Afrofuturism in literature, expanding the inclusivity in gaming, and showcase their latest projects! A deep conversation of get our synapses a-churning!
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Lessons learned while playing Captain's Log and trying to write a narrative. The book was released in July, and Michael and Jim have great advice on how to keep games going! Watch us reboot our collaborative Captain's Log game and polish our gaming skills. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Gamemaster Meric Moir of SkyHammerPress joins Jim and Michael as we take characters beyond the bridge and show gamemasters and players alike how to enrich their gaming experience. Tune in for great tips. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
On this special DOUBLE EDITION of Continuing Conversations, The Dice in Mind crew joins Jim and Michael to talk about their experiences with Star Trek Adventures, Captain's Log, and some of their most memorable podcasting moments! Also, what is RPG as literature? We dive deep on RPG as a development tool, encouraging youth to play, and the positive aspects of the Trek universe.
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Join Jim, Micheal, and Jeff for a star-studded milestone of Continuing Conversations as we celebrate 100 amazing episodes!
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Curious about the allure of Solo RPGs? Are you eager to elevate your solitary gaming adventures? Don't miss our captivating interview with Trevor DeVall, the multi-talented voice actor and podcaster known for iconic roles such as Rocket Raccoon in the "Guardians of the Galaxy" animated series and Emperor Palpatine in "Star Wars Lego." Join us on Continuing Conversations as Trever shares invaluable insights and indispensable wisdom on mastering the art of solo role-playing games. Tune in and unlock the full potential of your solo RPG experience! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Aaron Harvey, Aaron Pollyea, Fred Love, and Christoph Lagnum join Jim and Michael as they dive into the Star Trek: The Animated Series Supplemental Guide! Watch out for pink tribbles!
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Jim and Michael have the distinct pleasure of bringing freelancer Michael Duxbury, writer of "Ghost Writer" and "Starfleet Academy" mission briefs, on the show! Learn about his creative process and his amazing background in the RPG industry.
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More USS Saratoga Play! Jim and Michael play and record their collaborative Captain's Log game and make it an episode of Continuing Conversations. After the recording, we will write up a post-play report for the scene(s).
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Full Transparency—Jim and Michael talk about the motivation behind Continuing Missions and Continuing Conversations, fan love, and upcoming exciting episodes. Get ready to see some real feelings here.
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We invite the cast and crew of Star Trek: Preservation to join our Continuing Conversation as we talk about their own TableTop Journeys into Star Trek Adventures and Captain's Log RPG. A wealth of info is packed into this podcast! Come join the fun and laughs.
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The cast of Star Trek: Tempest returns to chat about the differences between D&D and Star Trek Adventures. How do you entice long-time dungeon crawlers to come to check our STA? How can you port (yes, port) your characters and D&D tales into STA? A lot of great ideas!
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It's been a loooong time coming, but we bring on the all-star cast of U.S.S. Pioneer, Michael's long-running Star Trek Adventures game. Great advice for gamemasters and players on integrating into an existing crew, playing on Discord (or a similar app), and putting character growth first. Welcome to the show, Troy Mepyans, Al Spader, Aaron Pollyea, Josh Allen, Lauren, Roger McCoy, and Michael Freeman!
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BC Holmes is Back to Talk about Updates to the Star Trek Adventures Character Creator. BC Holmes is Back! Come check out the latest updates to the Star Trek Adventures Character Creator. Prepare to take your game to the next level and hear about what's to come in the way of future updates. (Hint hint, Captain's Log)
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Jim and Michael Launch the Adventures of the USS Saratoga. Watch as Jim and Michael continue developing their collaborative Captain's Log epic tale! The birth of our Captain and Commander and the rebirth of the U.S.S. Saratoga!
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The Probability Matrixes! Get ready to get wowed as Jim and Michael demonstrate how to use the random tables (called Probability Matrixes) in Captain's Log, the ultimate Trek solo RPG experience. You will see us put the matrixes to work launching our collaborative campaign. Some of us love video examples. This is it!
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Join this whopper of an episode as Jim Johnson, Project Manager for Modiphius' Star Trek line, interviews Michael Dismuke, Chris McCarver, and Jacob Ross about their involvement in Chapter 6 of Captain's Log. This chapter highlights amazing writing tips to help spark your imagination and help you get the most out of this new solo RPG!
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Bonus Episode--GenCon 2023 Special!!! With Michael back from GenCon, Jim asks Michael about the highlights. Great takeaways and a lot to look forward to next year!
Jim and Michael delve into Chapter 5 of Captain's Log. Also, we score an interview with Alison Cybe, the main force behind the new rule set. Get ready for a breakdown of the chapter, the reasoning behind the rules, and the possibilities for solo RPGists.
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We wholeheartedly dive into Chapter 4 of Captain's Log, as guest Aaron Pollyea talks about the ships of the game, how to employ them, and what makes ships vital characters in Star Trek stories.
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Character creation in Captain's Log! Jim and Michael bring writer Josh Allen on to discuss Chapter 3 of the newest Solo RPG on the market. What makes this character creation flow different than others? What do you have to look forward to with Captain's Log? How does CL mesh with Star Trek Adventures RPG? Can it? All the answers are here!
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Huge announcement!!! Introducing Captain's Log—the solo RPG for Star Trek Adventures. Michael and Jim break down what the book is about as STA RPG boldly goes into the realm of solo RPG. Listen in and prepare to get excited!
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Continuing Conversations invites the illustrious Dr. Erin McDonald to the show. Erin Macdonald (PhD, Astrophysics) is a tattooed one-woman STEM career panel with recognition as a researcher, speaker, engineer, and consultant before her current career. She lives in Los Angeles, working as a writer and producer, and is currently the science consultant for the entire Star Trek franchise.
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More Lower Decks Campaign Guide review. This week, we dive into chapters 8 & 9 of the newest Star Trek Adventures supplement release!
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More Lower Decks Campaign Guide review. This week, we dive into Chapter 7 of the newest Star Trek Adventures supplement release!
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More Lower Decks Campaign Guide review. This week, we dive into chapter 6 of the newest Star Trek Adventures supplement release! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
More Lower Decks Campaign Guide review. This week, we dive into chapter 5 of the newest Star Trek Adventures supplement release! With special guest-stars Al Spader, Aaron Pollyea, and Scott Pearson!
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More Lower Decks Campaign Guide review. This week, we dive into chapter 4 of the newest Star Trek Adventures supplement release! With special science maestro guest star Aaron Pollyea!
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More Lower Decks Campaign Guide review. This week, we dive into chapter 3 of the newest Star Trek Adventures supplement release!
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Jim Johnson, Aaron Pollyea, and Michael Dismuke banter about chapter 2 of Star Trek Adventures Lower Decks!!! Come discover Easter eggs and hear the word “titmouse” waaaay too much.
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Announcing Lower Decks!!!! Join the Star Trek Adventures writing team as they take a deep dive into the latest release! We focus on the fun of Chapter 1.
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Michael and Jim bring on the all-star cast of Al Spader, Aaron Pollyea, Akashamatwa Lewanika Miller, and Skylar Ace to riff on fantastic focuses!! How do you take your player characters' focuses on creating an incredible adventure and engaging your crew? This is the show to watch! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
As big fans of Marvel and Star Trek, we are thrilled to land an interview with writer Chris McCarver! Chris talks about how he got into writing for Star Trek Adventures, why the game resonates now more than ever, and his take on the U.S.S. Titan!
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For years, you have listened to us on this podcast. But who are Jim and Michael? What motivates them to play STA? What kind of people are they? This is your chance to get to know us a little better and understand what inspires us to keep Star Trek Adventures RPG alive!
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Making Your Adversaries Come Alive! Michael and Jim offer words of wisdom about how to create adversaries that keep your players on their toes. How do you create values and motivation that create the next Kai Winn, Borg Queen, or Khan? Prepare to get revved up for this master class on conflict-causing characters in Star Trek Adventures RPG.
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Continuing Conversations interviews the Star Trek: Tempest crew, a roleplaying game podcast set in the Star Trek universe, and using Modiphius’ Star Trek: Adventures roleplaying system. Starship Tempest follows the adventures of the starship USS Tempest, a sister ship to the USS Enterprise-C in the mid-24th century. Starship Tempest is set 25 years before the events of the Star Trek: The Next Generation TV show, in an era that remains mostly unseen in other Star Trek productions.
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The Troy Mepyans interview. Jim and Michael have the honor of sitting down with Troy Mepyans, novelist, convention gamer, and Star Trek Adventures freelancer, to talk about his background in Star Trek, writing, and playing the game. Get ready for some fun insights into the mindset of fans of Star Trek Adventures and why STA is such a provocative gaming system. This is a must-listen that will touch your heart.
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How gamemasters can build a stupendous story bible! What is a story bible? How can you keep effective notes that you can carry over game after game? What are the benefits and the challenges? Jeff Harvey, Michael Dismuke, and Jim Johnson offer some advice to inspire and guide you in this excellent skillset for GMs.
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Jeff Harvey joins Jim and Michael as we discuss using the threat mechanic in Star Trek Adventures RPG! How do gamemasters balance using it while maintaining an amazing narrative? How can players understand the purpose of threats to enhance gameplay? A lot of great tips are packed into this episode!
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There are so many different roles to play in Star Trek Adventures. Jeff Harvey joins Jim and Michael as we explore how to play other characters besides the bridge crew. What adventures await for players who desire to be the next Rom, Quark, Odo, Seven, Neelix, Phlox, or Naomi Wildman? Check this out and see!
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Have you ever thought about playing the ship? Jim and Michael invite Thomas Marrone (STO art director) and Aaron Pollyea (STA writer galore) to discuss playing the ship as a character! Get ready to go where you may never have thought about going before with your TTRPG!
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Are you hearing this? Is this signal going through? Hope so! Because Al Spader, Jim Johnson, and Michael Dismuke convene to discuss playing the Communication Officer role in Star Trek Adventures RPG. Sound boring? Think again. Tune in to our subspace frequency and get excited about the role!
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More exploration into the various roles of Star Trek Adventures as Jim and Michael invite STA super-fans Anton Abrahamsen and Skyler Ace to talk about the security/tactical officer position. Is it only about shooting phasers and photon torpedoes? Absolutely not! Check it out!
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Jim and Michael invite Al Spader and real-life pilot Skyler Ace to soar into the world of the flight controller (helm/navigator/conn) role in Star Trek Adventures. Are you making the most out of your ship's pilot? Strap on your seatbelts for this one. We think it will make everyone want to fly a starship.
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Jim and Michael invite Jeff Harvey, Al Spader, and Aaron Pollyea to tinker around with amazing ways to use your engineer while playing Star Trek Adventures. New tips and amazing advice!
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Jim and Michael invite Jeff Harvey, Al Spader, and Aaron Pollyea to explore the possibilities players can employ when playing a science officer in Star Trek Adventures. Learn how to maximize the experience for your scientist and other players!
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It's time to break down the powerfully potent role the Frist Officer (XO) in Starfleet. Do you want to learn how to make the most of this character role? Join Jim and Michael along with Al Spader, Sam de Leve (Clear Skies), and Skylar Ace as we deep dive into the second-in-command! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Jim and Michael invite an all-star cast to give new players fresh and fun ideas on how to play their game's captain. Al Spader, Sam de Leve (Clear Skies), Skylar Ace, and Troy Mepyans convene as captains do to give you great advice on such a key role!
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“What can I do with my doctor?" The question is back by popular demand. Join Jim and Michael D. as we invite Star Trek Adventures super-fan Michael Freeman and freelance writer Aaron Pollyea on board to prove why doctors can be the most used characters in your game!
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You all love the Star Trek Adventures Character Creator and now we get to meet the mind behind the machine. BC Holmes currently maintains the powerful tool for generating characters, ships, and star systems. Let's all get to know BC better in this super-fan interview!
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More Fan Questions Answered! Jim and Michael return to answer more of your questions about Star Trek Adventures. Fun stuff!!
Star Trek Adventures Fan Questions Answered!!! They have been piling up. Jim and Michael come together to continue the conversation and answer your questions. Fun stuff!!
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Star Trek Adventures Graphic Designer Leigh Woosey returns to the show to break down the design of Utopia Planitia Starfleet Sourcebook. Dive into the aesthetics of this amazing release, explore the in-and-out of the design plan, and enjoy some insightful Easter Eggs.
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Continuing Conversations is one year old! Celebrate our anniversary with us! CC Producer/editor Jeff Harvey (Studio Tembo) takes the hosting reins as Michael Dismuke, Jim Johnson, NYT Bestselling Trek author Dayton Ward, and the mighty Scott Pearson join in the celebration! Thank all of you fans for your support!
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Star Trek Adventures Super Fan Michael Freeman joins us this week to talk about “leveling up” STA characters. We explain the advancement, milestone, and reputation system and shine the light on what character development means in the TV shows, cinematic universe, and STA.
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Come meet the man behind Majel the Discord Bot, John Nguyen. We love it when Star Trek Adventures RPG super-fans work their techno-magic for the benefit of all. So if you play STA on Discord come help us celebrate this bot whiz! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Aliza Pearl and Eric Campbell (Shield of Tomorrow, Clear Skies, Blood of the Void) join Continuing Conversations for a massive celebration of Star Trek Adventures RPG. How did it all start? What encouragement do they have for new players? And what's up with the newest Streampunk show, Star Trek Perseverance? https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Riff Challenge 2! Al Spader, Jim Johnson, and Michael Dismuke reconvene for the Star Trek Adventures Riff Challenge #2. Pick a random paragraph from any STA product. Deliver an on-the-spot pitch for a story idea based on that paragraph. Then everyone jumps in and helps form the plot, conflicts, and potential WOW moments to create a universe of gaming excitement. Watch and be inspired!
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Michael Dismuke and Al Spader Collaborate with Manny Ortiz (Really Dicey) to talk about how to put elements of horror into your Star Trek Adventures game.
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Set during the fifth year of the USS Enterprise's five-year mission, Star Trek Year Five is a Star Trek comic series published by IDW Publishing—and Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke have assembled the dream team of Jackson Lanzing and Jody Houser (Year Five Writers) and the man who converted the comic into Star Trek Adventures gold, Fred Love, for a deep dive into the first collaboration between IDW Publishing and Modiphius. This episode is for comic writers and RPG fanatics alike! Look out for Easter Eggs and an amazing announcement about the next great Star Trek comic series!
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Fleet Week Special! Join Jim and Michael as they blast into Chapter 4 of the Star Trek Adventures Utopia Planitia Starfleet Sourcebook along with ship design masters Aaron Pollyea (STA) and Thomas Marrone of Star Trek Online. Let loose the warp drive along with your imagination as you get inspired to design your own ships.
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Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke interview Aaron Pollyea (STA) and Thomas Maronne (STO) about their dynamic collaboration with the Utopia Planitia Starfleet Sourcebook. What makes a class of starship? How does a player take what they see on screen or in video games and convert it into a playable ship in Star Trek Adventures RPG. Way too many cool details to mention here. Watch it and see!
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EP43 - Jim Johnson hosts Al Spader, Aaron Pollyea, John Kennedy, and Michael Dismuke, writers for the new Star Trek Adventures Utopia Planitia Starfleet Sourcebook. Join us as we go back in time to Starfleet's origins, dig up treasures in the sections about mining and retrieval, dissect the chapter on starships and stations, explore optional rules, and give an overview of the all-ship-focused mission briefs! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
EP42 - Hosts April Hill and Jim Johnson (Modiphius) take the reins this week to interview the entire cast of writers from the new Star Trek Adventures Utopia Planitia Starfleet Sourcebook—Thomas Marrone (STO), Al Spader, John Kennedy, Michael Dismuke, and Aaron Pollyea! Get insights into this fantastic partnership with Star Trek Online, hear deep insights about the development of the UP book, and learn about some cool Easter Eggs tucked away inside this titanic tome!
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Star Trek Adventures contributor Jacob Ross (core rulebook, Gamma Quadrant Sourcebook) joins Jim and Michael to discuss how to run STA games that minimize violence but are still engaging for GMS and players alike. Hear tips on how to create campaigns that still intrigue and wow without phaser blasts and photon torpedoes. Challenge yourself to make mesmerizing campaigns that don't spill blood! We would love to hear your comments on this subject too!
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Star Trek Super Fan Joe Harney joins Jim and Michael to talk about the pros and cons of remote gaming. The pandemic changed the face of TTRPGs, but is that change permanent or still evolving? What impact did the pandemic have on your gaming groups?
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The Ultimate Riff Challenge! Michael, Jim, and Al Spader get together for the first-ever riff challenge. Pick a random paragraph from any STA product. Deliver an on-the-spot pitch for a story idea based on that paragraph. Then everyone jumps in and helps form the plot, conflicts, and potential WOW moments to create a universe of gaming excitement. Watch and be inspired!
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Star Trek Adventures System Designer Nathan Dowdell joins us in this two-part interview episode of Continuing Conversations. There was so much good information and insights we needed to make it a 2-parter! Part 2 focuses on Nathan's take on STA game design, fan reaction, and the future of the line!
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Star Trek Adventures System Designer Nathan Dowdell joins us in this latest episode of Continuing Conversations. There was so much good information and insights we needed to make it a 2-parter! Part 1 helps us get to know Nathan a little better: his background, his first venture into RPG, and how he came to design STA! https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Continuing Conversations tackles the big subject: how to get your first game launched! Afraid to be a new GM? Desperate to find people to play with? Wondering who to ask questions to? Curious about what books you need to get started? A lot of good advice is packed into this podcast, not to mention a swath of FREE STUFF you may not know is out there; all meant to make your first game AMAZING!
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Jim and Michael take you through the dynamic Delta Quadrant book. Borg, xBs, and Voyager's many first contacts are highlighted, plus what's probably the best stellar map EVER in an STA product!
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Jim and Michael travel through the Gamma Quadrant Sourcebook to talk about all the goodies surrounding the characters featured in DS9. This is the ultimate compendium on the Dominion War and the places, people, and planets involved in the major event.
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Michael and Jim team up with Patrick Goodman and Aaron Pollyea to talk about the vigilante sensation Picard: Season 1 Character Pack. Get insights and Easter eggs contained in the new Modiphius release. Find out how the characters were reverse engineered so that you could insert these amazing individuals into your game!
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Jim and Michael move into the Beta Quadrant Sourcebook! Romulans, Klingons, Gorn! Oh my! Yes! Spit-spewing Gorn! Explore why this book is a must-have for your Star Trek Adventures collection.
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Jim and Michael travel the galaxy quadrant by quadrant, starting with the Alpha Quadrant Sourcebook! Betazoids, Cardassians, Ferengi, and more! Explore why this book is a must-have for your Star Trek Adventures collection.
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Jim and Michael breakdown the Discovery Campaign Guide, the ultimate who’s-who and what’s what of this tumultuous time period in Starfleet history. Explore the formation of the Klingon Empire and explore the deepest corners of the universe.
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CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS 029 - Join Michael, Jim, Ella Pearson, and Al Spader as they continue their Session Zero! Now that their characters have been created, let's work on more world-building, specifically ship and colony design. We also start designing that plot!
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CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS 028 - Jim and Michael dissect the Star Trek Adventures Science Division Supplemental Rulebook. Learn about some goodies you may have passed up. Take your science and medicine characters to the next level by using the tools and additional options in this rulebook.
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CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS 027 - Jim and Michael dissect the Star Trek Adventures Operations Division Supplemental Rulebook. Learn about some goodies you may have passed up. Take your security and engineering characters to the next level by using the tools and additional options in this rulebook. \
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CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS 026 - Jim and Michael dissect the Star Trek Adventures Command Division Supplemental Rulebook. Learn about some goodies you may have passed up. Take your command and conn characters to the next level by using the tools and additional options in this rulebook
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CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS 025 - Jim and Michael take a deep dive into STA book design with Roxanne Thompson, Graphic Designer for the line. Get ready for some technobabble, valuable advice for aspiring writers/designers, and a discussion about the love of Trek.
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CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS 024 - It's all about the Discovery Crew Packs Season 1-3!! Join our writer's room as Jim Johnson, Michael Dismuke, Jessie Earl, Aaron Pollyea, Al Spader, and Designer Rozanne Thompson talk about developing the characters, ship, and design for Star Trek Adventures RPG. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Jim and Michael do a grab-bag of topics straight from STA fandom! We talk about how to easily incorporate counselors and medical officers into your games, how to design colonies on the Federation frontier, and how to incorporate JAG and legal drama in Star Trek Adventures.
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The gang is all here to talk about Star Trek Adventures Mission Briefs: The first five releases! Join Jim and Michael as we interview Tony Pi, Al Spader, and Susan & Tilly Bridges. What was the design concept behind the briefs, what are the themes, and what's to come!
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CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS 021—Jim and Michael invite a special guest and master LARPer, Casey Hardy, for the unboxing event of the year. Come check out the NEW Tricorder set! Gain exceptional incite into the world of LARPing and see how you could put the new Tricroder Set to amazing use!
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CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS 020—Jim and Michael invite writer Al Spader and superfan Josh Allen onboard to talk about some of their favorite STA mission modules!
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CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS 019—Jim and Michael complete their summary of the Shackleton Expanse Guide with an overview of Chapters 6-10. The Tilikaal Saga, Exploring the Expanse, Allies and Adversaries, Starships and Vessels, and Stellar Cartography are the order of the day. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS 018—Jim and Michael expound upon Chapters 4 and 5 of the Shackleton Expanse Campaign Guide. Explore new Player Options and uncover the mysteries of the Tilikaal, brand new characters pulled from the minds of Dayton Ward and Scott Pearson.
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Jim and Michael continue their exploration of the Shackleton Expanse Guide with an overview of chapter 3, Factions Within the Expanse! Learn how new species like the Akaru, Cal-Miraans, The Quofari, and the VinShari came to be
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Time to delve into the popular Shackleton Expanse Guide. It has been out for a year and the praise and post-play reports are pouring in. In this episode, Jim and Michael give an overview of Chapters 1 and 2—what you should know about the Expanse, Narendra Station, known worlds and locations, and the eerie spatial phenomena that make up the Expanse.
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How do you watch a show like Prodigy and start modeling characters for gameplay? Jim and Michael give tips and advice on how to adapt TV and movie characters into PCs or NPCs for your Star Trek Adventures sessions. https://linktr.ee/studiotembo
Advanced Operations in the Players' Guide. Michael and Jim delve into the final chapter of the Players' Guide. Learn how the new book helps you get the most out of your playing experience as we discuss how the guide expounds on Attributes and Disciplines, Systems and Departments, Traits, Values, Focuses, Talents, Momentum, and Equipment!
Character Creation Options in the Players' Guide. Michael and Jim bust open a new world of character creation as they dissect chapter 6 of the new Players' Guide. New character types, new roles, and alternative lifepaths!
Character Roles in the Players' Guide. Michael and Jim break down Chapter 5 of the Player's Guide. Be ready to deep dive into the various and intriguing roles available for play in STA! We explore the new format and ways for your to get more out of whatever role you chose to play.
NOTE: I am sorry for the audio issues for those that tried to listen earlier. I have corrected the audio and it should be good now!!!
How can you bring your best self to the game? How can you be a great player on your crew and make sure everyone has fun? What tips and tricks will help you become not just a player, but a co-writer?
In this episode, Michael and Jim break down the Players Guide to optimize your playing experience.
What’s a session zero? Before a group even launches into their cosmic adventures, gamemasters and players will convene to discuss what their game (their world) will look like. In this case, what era of Star Trek will the game setting be? What kind of characters will we create to man our space vessel? Heck, what are we going to name the ship?
What will GMS get out of this LIVE session? If you are a new GM, learn how to design a campaign that is comfortable for all. Set up a code of conduct to make sure everyone feels included. Create a setting that engaged all of your new players. And more!
What will new Players learn? Experience how fun creating your own piece of the Trek universe can be? Create a character with a cool back story that makes you excited to play the game. Get to know your fellow crew members and your ship.
Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke blast through chapter 7 of the Gamemaster’s Guide to highlight amazing Optional Rules, invigorating Sample Encounters and Extended Tasks, and intriguing Cultural Structures to bring your game alive.
Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke review chapter 6 of the new Gameamster’s Guide. Learn how to utilize Tasks, Momentum, Threat, Attributes and Disciplines, Values and Determination, Traits, The Scientific Method, and a lot of good stuff about making the best NPCs!
In this week’s podcast, Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke talk about Star Trek Storytelling. Listen in to help plan and play dynamic games.
In this week’s episode, we break down Chapter 04.00 of the Star Trek Adventures Gamemasters Guide. Game Preparation, Recruiting A Crew, Your First Voyage, and Running The Game.
In this week’s episode, Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke break down Chapter 03.00 of the Star Trek Adventures Gamemasters Guide. All you need to know about the different Star Trek eras and play styles so you can design the penultimate game.
In this week’s episode, we break down Chapter 02.00 of the Star Trek Adventures Gamemasters Guide. This is the ultimate cheat sheet on Star Trek society, tech, and protocols!
In this week’s episodes, we break down Chapter 01.00 of the Star Trek Adventures Gamemasters Guide. Learn how to ease into this amazing universe and prep your mind for amazing gameplay!
The purpose of this podcast is to talk about all things Star Trek Adventures. This includes announcing the latest releases, highlighting professionals and fans associated with the game, explaining game rules and mechanics, exploring how to be a better GM or player, discussing the wider Star Trek-verse in relation to STA, and answering your questions about the best RPG game ever.
In this episode, we are going to talk about how to find inspiration for your campaign, and how to make your setting feel more alive. This is STA Engage!
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In this episode, we are going to talk about dealing with writer's block. This is STA Engage!
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In this episode, we are going to talk about Tech of Trek, and ways you can use it in your game. This is STA Engage!
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In this episode, we are going to talk about how you can create interesting new Aliens, and hand your players First Contact. This is STA Engage!
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In this episode, we are going to talk about one of the best ways to end your sessions, engage your players, and keep them thinking about their characters between sessions. This is STA Engage
In this episode, we are going to talk about how you can use the start your session and hook your players. This is STA Engage
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In this episode, we are talking to Jim Johnson about how to bring honor to you, and your house! This is STA Engage.
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In this episode, we are going to talk about how you can play Star Trek Adventures Online. This is STA Engage!
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In this episode, we are going to talk about how to understand, create and use Mission Briefs. This is STA Engage!
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In this episode, we are going to talk about a day in the life of a Starfleet officer, and how you can use the mundane parts of life to create extraordinary stories. This is STA Engage!
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In this episode, we are going to talk about life in the future of Star Trek.. This is STA Engage!
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In this episode, we are going to discuss some ways to help you run your Star Trek Adventures game!
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In this episode, we are going to discuss making a better character in Star Trek Adventures!
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In this episode, we talk about the Star Trek Adventures RPG, and what you can expect from this show. We’ll also talk to Jim Johnson, the Product Line Manager for Star Trek Adventures. All on this, the first episode of STA Engage.
Ok, with that out of the way, welcome to the show. Let’s start with a basic introduction. I’m your host, Dr RPG, Jeff Harvey. I’m not a real doctor, although I do play one in Star Trek Adventures. I have been a gamer for a very long time, and if there were advanced degrees handed out for things like DMing and nerding about in one's basement...I’d definitely have earned one my now.
This is STA Engage, the show where we talk about the Star Trek Adventures Role-Playing by Modiphius Entertainment.
So what can you expect from this show? Well, in association with the folks over at ContinuingMissionsta.com, we are going to highlight the product STA line, interviews with Modiphious, and STA community members and leaders, discuss ways to improve your game, or get the most out of your character. Story ideas, general Star Trek news...and so much more.
All of this is part of an effort to help fans of Star Trek, and of role-playing better engage with the Star Trek Franchise, the Star Trek Adventures game, and the community at large.
This show is brought to you by the letter Q, the Number 1, and the support of people like you. So, like, subscribe, share, and support us on patreon (eventually). You can find more info about the folks that sponsor us and are putting this show together, our production team at Studio Tembo, the folks at Continuing Mission, and our primary sponsor for season one, Adventure Ink, just follow the links down in the doobly do.
With all that out of the way, I guess the big question is, “ What is STA, and why should I care?”
For that, I think it’s best to talk to one of the creative voices behind Star Trek Adventures; Product Line Manager Jim Johnson:
Next time, we will talk about getting started with your character for STA, and how you can create a memorable persona.
So tune in next time for: Where Noone Has Gone Before, or, Another fine Mess you’ve gotten us into!
Until then, I’m your host, Not a real Dr RPG Jeff Harvey, and on behalf of myself, my guest Jim Johnson, and everybody that works behind the scenes here, don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe, Live Long and Prosper.
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