Spikepit: Recent Episodes

Colin Green

If you've found Spikepit on Anchor I salute you. It's a podcast where I ponder all sorts of ideas with a view to engaging and entertaining listeners.

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Part 2 of the conversation between Frank Turfler, of Frank T's Liner Notes, and myself. Where we discuss the topic, Fantasy Adventure Game or Role Playing Game? Please be warned that unfortunately the audio on my end is poor during this interview. This podcast originally aired as episode 088, Jan 13 2019.

Part 1 can be found here on Frank's Podcast https://open.spotify.com/episode/03cW2MrHTirrtrpicx6Cw4?si=4y18pvDuSqGXpeI8gERW3w

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Mentzer vs. Moldvay - lets compare Basic Rules. Additionally topics include B/X open table and Kalmatta call ins, Jason Hobbs, Joe the Lawyer, Logan Howard and Cody Mazza. 5e Monster Card Episode Feedback, RFED and Shane Ward, Basilisk confusion cleared up by Ray Otus. This podcast episode originally aired as 087 on Jan 13 2019 this.

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Thinking about my ideas for safe zones in open table Dungeons and Dragons or other games. Talk about online DnD games, Old School Essentials, Marvel card game (Ray Otus), health (Larry Hamilton, Larry Haught) (Kalmatta), Monster card feedback (Tim Shorts) Che Webster laughs me off of the air. This podcast originally aired as episode 086, Jan 10 2019.

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The usual Frankenstein's Monster of wide ranging observation, reflection, call ins and responses related to our wonderfully diverse gaming hobby. Topics include Warhammer 2E, Epic 40k, RPGaDay2024, Alchemy VTT, Free League Humble Bundle, Ruins of Symbaroum.

The intro music used in this episode "Tortured Heart" was written and performed by Frank Clark and is edited and used with his express permission. Korg Volca bumpers created by yours truly.

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This podcast originally aired as episode 085 (January 8th 2019) I sit with my youngest son and we checkout our new Dungeons and Dragons 5E Monster Cards, and discuss our initial impressions. I hope that listeners enjoy this light hearted episode, a reminder of how exciting it is to get new stuff when you're a kid.

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This podcast originally aired as episode 132 (April 21st 2019). I talk Dungeons and Dragons 5E with Frank Turfler of "Frank T's Liner Notes"

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This podcast originally aired as episode 131 (April 16th 2019) Continuing discussion comparing the latest edition of Dungeons and Dragons with older editions. Call ins from Jason Hobbs, RFED, Larry Hamilton and Joe Richter. Please Enjoy.

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This podcast originally aired as episode 128 (April 14th 2019) Codi Mazza, Ray Otus and Joe Salvador continue the Dnd chat with 'ol Spikepit, I question session 0 and also quote Ghandi. Honest...not.

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This podcast originally aired as episode 126 (April 14th 2019) Ongoing DnD chat with great call ins. Rich Fraser - 5e monster manual , Aonghais - Plot Points Podcast episode 98 and DMG1e and Che Webster - 5e samey characters and dull for GM. Enjoy

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This podcast originally aired as episode 125 (April 13th 2019). Continuing the 5e discussion from Royal Ashdown Forest, with call ins from, Logan Howard, Matt Jackson, Aonghais and James Richards. Many thanks.

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This podcast originally aired as episode 124 (11th April 2019). Discussion continues with call ins from Shane Ward, Aron Clark, and Froth. In addition I ask about Milestone Experience, average hit points and damage vs. random determination. Enjoy

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This podcast originally aired as episode 123 (10th April 2019). In this ongoing 5E discussion we hear from those who are not impressed. Matt Jackson, Rob C and Joe Richter. Thanks for listening. If you enjoy the show please consider taking a look at the "Spikepit" Patreon.

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This podcast originally aired as episode 122 (8th April 2019) The ongoing 5e discussion. Thank you to the following listeners for their excellent call ins. Froth, Joe Richter and RFED on 5e. Joe Salvador, Commands and Colors war games. Matt Random, guys getting together with friends. Happy Whisk on Patreon. Thanks for listening.

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This podcast originally aired as episode 121 (5th April 2019) - more 5e chat, including discussion of the fabled Dungeon Masters Guide. Opening with Logan Howard's "Crazy Spikepit Theme". Call ins, Rich Fraser, Ray Otus, RFED and Vance. I reflect on taking time to talk with your gamer buddies.

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This podcast originally aired as episode 120, 04 April 2019 - discussing 5th Edition DnD and my recent re-reads. Call in from Froth of Thoughteater, regarding map episodes. "Crazy Spikepit Theme" by Logan Howard. Thanks for listening.

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This podcast originally aired as episode 083.

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This podcast originally aired as episode 082.

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This podcast was originally released as episode 081. A trip down memory lane as we reflect on our shared board gaming experiences growing up.

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This podcast was originally released as episode 074. Spikepit and RFED discuss their early experience and influences, boardgames in particular. Highlights include, Talisman, Dr Who, Heroquest and Space Hulk

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This podcast was originally released as episode 080, and is the conclusion of my chat with John Large of Red Dice Diaries.

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This podcast was originally released as episode 078. Continuing chat with John Large of Red Dice Diaries.

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Originally this podcast was released as episode 067. It features part three of my chat with John Large of the Red Dice Diaries.

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A previously archived podcast episode wherein I continue my gaming discussion with John Large of the excellent Red Dice Diaries.

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Interview with John Large of the excellent Red Dice Diaries

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In a bid to sort out my back catalogue I'm once again jumping into the way back machine to bring you this podcast originally released as episode 058. It features further discussion and listener responses related to my episode focussed on young players running games, in particular my son's DnD 5E "Hogwarts" actual play.

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This podcast was originally released as episode 056 'Hogwarts' game chat and actual play

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Jumping into the way back machine to retrieve this podcast originally released as episode 50. Pondering apects of various RPGs, including Maze Rats, Knave, PBTA, Midderlands, Dolmenwood, Operation Unfathomable, Black Hack usage die, 5E advantage and disadvantage, reaction rolls and more..,:::::::::..Big thanks to Matt Jackson and John Large for their called in contributions.

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Celebrating the collaborative nature of the Anchorite community; it's hard for me to listen to now, but we jump into the way back machine for this 2018 podcast. Originally aired as a follow up to episode 011 "Why play DnD and other role playing games?", 012 is the listener response "Why we play Dungeons and Dragons", with great contributions from Larry Hamilton and Darren Green.

Also, Matt Jackson calls in with his further thoughts about Old School DnD infravision.

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I jump into the way back machine to retrieve this podcast from the Spikepit archives, originally aired as episode 011, wherein I ponder the question - why play Dungeons and Dragons or roleplaying games?

Big thanks to my brother Darren for his called in contributions

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A "Drive By" podcast originally aired as episode 336 - Middle Earth in my DnD Realms? Yep, me again mashing up RPG stuff. The Adventures in Middle Earth rules for 5E seem like a great fit for my DnD home group's style of play, who doesn't want to have their cake and eat it?

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A podcast originally aired as episode 370, wherein I attempt to clarify design concepts for my DnD 5E Spike Hack and also ask if the OSR mantra "rulings not rules" is still applicable when making distinctions between DnD of old and the current edition of today? Big thanks to Barney Dicker (Loco Ludos) and Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) for their called in contributions.

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340 Recent Topic Round Up.RPG discussion revolving around my responses to some great call ins inspired by recent topics.  Many thanks to Joe Salvador and fellow podcasters  Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Cast) Joe Richter (Hindsightless, Weal or Woe) Josh Beckelhimer (Forever Prepping DM) Arlen Walker (Live from Pellam's Wasteland) John Large (Red Dice Diaries) Frank Turfler (Frank T's Liner Notes) Barney (Loco Ludus) and Goblin's Henchman for their called in contributions.  If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss supporting the show through sponsorship, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast

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Reflections on Warhammer of old, classic Games Workshop of the early 80's, as well as the usual Frankenstein's Monster of wide ranging observation, reflection, call ins and responses related to our wonderfully diverse gaming hobby, in particular discussion of Free League games and "War Stories" a Year Zero driven WW2 RPG.

Awesome called in contributions from Jason Connnerly (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) John Large (Red Dice Diaries).

The intro music used in this episode "Tortured Heart" was written and performed by Frank Clark and is edited and used with his express permission.

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In this tribute to the Anchorite phenomena I focus on some "Faction Action" during play of Mutant Year Zero - Genlab Alpha whilst reminiscing on the end of an Era.Awesome called in contributions from Jason Hobbs (Random Screed), Barry Robertson (A Song of Dice & Shadows), Ben Milton (Questing Beast), Frank Turfler and Jason Connnerly (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast).The intro music used in this episode "Tortured Heart" was written and performed by Frank Clark and is edited and used with his express permission.If you have any  comments, questions or concerns regarding about this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. If you would like to support my efforts, please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at ⁠https://www.patreon.com/spikepit⁠  #spikepitpodcast--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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The usual Frankenstein's Monster of wide ranging observation, reflection, call ins and responses related to our wonderfully diverse gaming hobby. (WARNING - listeners of a sensitive disposition may find all the talk of dice pool based games disturbing - owing to a complete lack of D20 roll high task resolution)

Awesome called in contributions from Mirke (Mirke the Meek), Anthony aka "Gunslinger" (Casting Shadows) and the other Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast)

The intro music used in this episode "Tortured Heart" was written and performed by Frank Clark and is edited and used with his express permission.

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Want to hear me trying out Mutant Year Zero - Genlab Alpha for the first time? This is the episode for you. Big thanks to my boy for happily joining in.

The intro music used in this episode "Tortured Heart" was written and performed by Frank Clark and is edited and used with his express permission.

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The usual Frankenstein's Monster of wide ranging observation and reflection in relation to our wonderfully diverse gaming hobby - in particular Reboot.Execute, D&D Curse of Strahd and Mutant Year Zero - Genlab Alpha.

The intro music used in this episode "Tortured Heart" was written and performed by Frank Clark and is edited and used with his express permission.

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An experimental conversation starter on the subject of smooth and snappy game mechanisms. Join in folks, I'd love to hear what you have to say.

The intro music used in this episode "Tortured Heart" was written and performed by Frank Clark and is edited and used with his express permission.

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The usual Frankenstein's Monster of wide ranging observation, reflection, call ins and responses related to our wonderfully diverse gaming hobby.

Awesome called in contributions from Graham aka First Age (Gaming from the First Age), Rob aka Menion (Confessions of a Wee Timorous Bushi), Safer (Safer Fantasy Crafting)

The intro music used in this episode "Tortured Heart" was written and performed by Frank Clark and is edited and used with his express permission.

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Discussion is predominantly related to a range of RPG topics, including my recent struggles whilst running and playing games (Forbidden Lands, ICRPG), the choice between reading fact or fiction - which is more valuable, and more. Big thanks to Jason Connelly (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and Karl Rodriguez (The GMologist Presents) for their called in contributions. Music for the show is written and performed by Frank Clark and I use it with his express permission. If you have any  comments, questions or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. If you would like to support my efforts, please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at ⁠https://www.patreon.com/spikepit

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Discussion is predominantly related to a range of RPG topics including School DnD Club, Forbidden Lands, Dragonbane, Pirate Borg and RPG a Day Month. If you have any  comments, questions or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. If you would like to support my efforts, please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit


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Discussion related to a range of RPG topics including School DnD Club, ICRPG and Forbidden Lands. Awesome called in contributions from Jason Connnerly (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) Che Webster (Roleplay Rescue) and Joe Richter (Hindsightless). If you have any  comments, questions or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. If you would like to support my efforts, please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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In this episode I happily respond to call ins from my buddy Karl Rodriguez (The GMologist Presents) and ponder our historical influences, online games, and collaborative design. Games mentioned include CoC, Warhammer Fantasy and ICRPG. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com Please consider joining my amazing supporters "the Pit Crew" at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast Theme music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. Volca Bass transitions created by C. Green


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I'm still riding that 'ol nostalgia wave, further exploration of Dragon Warriors, Maelstrom and more. In addition to this, Warmaster makes a comeback with Empire vs. Elves. Big thanks to my awesome callers Jason Connelly (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and Karl Rodriguez (The GMologist Presents). If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com Please consider joining my amazing supporters "the Pit Crew" at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast Theme music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. Volca Bass transitions created by C. Green--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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This quick slice of nostalgia comes in the form of a reading - Jim Bambra's review of Starfrontiers, as featured in Imagine issue 1 April 1983. If you have any  comments, questions or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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Classic UK games this episode; Dragon Warriors, Blood Bowl, Warhammer, Reaper. Big thanks to callers Karl (the GMologist Presents) Spencer (Keep off the Borderlands) and Safer (Safer Fantasy Crafting) If you have any  comments, questions or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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Originally published December 2020 as episode 344. Barney of Loco Ludus kindly called in with some great reflection on recent topics, expanding the discussion about long term campaign play, character progression and developing adventures.  Big thanks to Spencer (Keep of the Borderlands) Joe Richter (Hindsightless, Weal or Woe) and new member to the Pit Crew, Glynn Seal (Monkeyblood Designs). Closing theme music by TJ Drenon. If you have any  comments, questions or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss supporting the show through sponsorship, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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341 A lot to upack... Originally aired 12/11/20Grappling with the topic of replay value and mashing up ideas.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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What's the state of play with ol' Spikepit and our gaming hobby. The Lazy DM's Companion, Black Pudding, Fantastic Lairs, Iron Kingdoms and Google apps for DM's. If you have any  comments, questions or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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339 Are experience points rubbish? Originally aired 12/11/20. Long term RPG play and progression. Awesome contributions from John Large (Red Dice Diaries) and Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Cast)--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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338 Fuelling Your Imagination. So maybe DnD is boring? Awesome call ins from John Large (Red Dice Diaries), Joe Richter (Hindsightless, Weal or Woe) Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Cast) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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A tribute to all those folk who called in contributions... carrying Spikepit through the last 100 episodes. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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In this episode...Talon by GMT, Blood Bowl, Man o' War and nostalgia up the wazoo!!! Big thanks to Karl (the GMologist Presents) and Jason (the Nerd's RPG Variety Cast). If you have any  comments, questions or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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Originally aired 6th December 2020 as episode 345. Che Webster of Roleplay Rescue kindly called in with some great reflection on recent topics, expanding the discussion about long term campaign play, player collaboration and inspiration for adventures.  Big thanks to Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Cast) and Edwin King. Closing theme music by the very talented TJ Drenon. If you have any  comments, questions or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss supporting the show through sponsorship, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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300 with Jason Connerley, originally aired 19th August, 2020. Three hundred episodes in.  To mark the occasion Jason Connerley of Nerd's RPG Variety cast has joined me for a chat about the 2006 film "300" and how it might inspire ideas in our RPG's.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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200 A Reflection - Originally aired September 21 2019 Sharing some thoughts and feelings about the podcast.  Inspiration from fellow podcasters and future ideas.  Thanks to Aron Clark and Spencer Game for their called in contributions. Theme Music performed by TJ Drennon inspired by Logan"Swordbreaker"Howard's original "Crazy Spikepit Theme".  Remix by Colin Green using Sound effects from Freesound.org, BTalbot "Wolf Howl", InspectorJ "Thunder Very Close Rain", TunaBizz "Buzz Load and Clear".  If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss supporting the show through sponsorship, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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100 Century of Spikepit - The Everybody Medley - featuring everybody who called in. Originally aired February 8th 2019. Big thanks to all the folks who contribute to 'Spikepit' be it shout out, emoji, friendly comment, follow or forward on social media, call in or simply just listens. I couldn't do it without you all. My biggest thanks however goes to Jason Hobbs for getting me started and continuing to support the show.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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Originally aired 18th November 2020 as episode 342. An urban crawl down memory lane, with some personal recollections and reflection. If you have any  comments, questions or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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Originally published as 349 December 2020. Is the long game a deep game? Great call ins from Andy Goodman (Expedition to the Grizzly Peaks, Grizzly Peaks Radio) and Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast)--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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This episode originally aired on 25/02/2021. All the call ins all the time. Big thanks to, TJ, James, Arlen, Menion, Ivy, and our mystery caller. If you have any comments, questions, or concerns regarding this episode please post them in the comments below, or alternatively contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. If you enjoy the show please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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Originally released 08/02/2021. In this episode I pose that classic question, how do you compare to a goldfish? Also, do you enjoy bad wrong fun, jumping around the alphabet and getting tied up in your PbtA's? Also, feedback related to recent episodes from Barney (Loco Ludus), Lieren (Updates from the Middle of Nowhere), Che (Roleplay Rescue), Joe (Bigus Geekus), Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and Goblin's Henchman. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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Originally published 17/12/2020. Christmas is coming. Family gaming, dice, Lego, maps, design and utility. I'm ignoring the famous advice and crossing the streams. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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Originally released November 2020. Spikepit is taking time to ponder wargaming and RPG's.  Many thanks to fellow podcasters Che Webster (Roleplay Rescue) Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Cast)  and Joe Richter (Hindsightless, Weal or Woe) for their called in contributions.  If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss supporting the show through sponsorship, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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Monster rabbit hole, Spencer calls in, Temple of the Monkey God, Paul Bonner illustrations. Thanks for listening.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spikepit/message

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Organising my gaming and finally answering some calls.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit/message

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A rambling roundup of my recent gaming experiences.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit/message

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Talking about my engagement with the hobby. Two player boardgames, recent wargaming and experiences running ICRPG.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit/message

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Thoughts around some of the games that I have been enjoying of late.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit/message

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Spikepit rambles on about what he's been up to... simple as that :-)--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit/message

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Many thanks for the called in contributions, Joe from Hindsightless, Spencer of Keep Off the Borderlands, Dave of D Percentile, Cody M of No Save for You, Jeremy of Thought Eater, Evil Jeff Minions and Musings and first time caller Goblin's Henchman. Enjoy.

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This is episode is a reading of a blog article, "Lamp Oil Doesn't Burn. antiledo.blogspot.com"If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss supporting the show through sponsorship, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast


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Part 1 of a great chat with Ray Otus (Plundergrounds). We discuss some thoughts around the concept of OSR.


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An honourable mention for a lesser discussed game. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast)


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We don't need no stinking hit dice! If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to BJ (The Arcane Alienist) and Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast)


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Ian Livingstone's Forest of Doom, my introduction to the world of solo adventure games, and my very first Fighting Fantasy book. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Ian.


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Ready the pitchforks, a contentious fraction comes under scrutiny. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Karl (the GMologist presents) Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and Spencer (Keep off the Borderlands)


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Talking RPG's cubed or "Boxology" also known as "Box Theory" depending on your sources. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Joe (Hindsightless) and Karl (The GMologist) and Barney (Loco Ludus)


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Welcome praise, welcome opportunity and welcome developments. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Joe (Hindsightless) and Karl (The GMologist)


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Character memories and emergent background. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Daniel (Bandit's Keep) and Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and Goblin's Henchman.


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Taking the hit Barney & Hench. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Barney (Loco Ludus) for the called in contributions. Special thanks also to Goblin's Henchman for the kind permission to share his recording.


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Picking up on theme trap. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to BJ (the Arcane Alienist)


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How to write adventure modules that don't suck by Goodman Games. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021


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If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 A big thanks to Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast)


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Tales from Bodmin Moor. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 A big thanks to Karl Rodriguez the (GMologist Presents)


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Talking about use of RPG supplements. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 A big thanks to Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast), Karl Rodriguez the (GMologist Presents) and Goblin's Henchman.https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/289006/Session-Zero--ConsequencesStyle-Background-Builder


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Talk of sea rescue in RPG. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 A big thanks to the heroic volunteers of the RNLI.


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Talk of Deep Carbon Observatory. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 A big thanks to Che Webster (Roleplay Rescue)


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Talk of collaborative fiction. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 A big thanks to Arlen Walker (Live from Pellam's Wasteland)


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Talk of Perilous Wilds. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and newest member of the Pit Crew, BJ (the Arcane Alienist).


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Trusting the listener to call in. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 I knew I could trust these guys, big thanks to Jason, Joe and Goblin's Henchman.


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Talk of the podcast medium, also player roles. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 A stream of call ins, big thanks to Che Webster


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If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 A stream of call ins, big thanks to Mumading, Jeff, Jason, Joe and Che.


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If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 The Ultimate Micro RPG Book


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If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Talking Sherlock Holmes, flavour, player expectations and session zero as gaming. Big thanks to BJ (the Arcane Alienist) and Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast)


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If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Talking Conan, the "3T's" and H.G.Wells . Big thanks to Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and Karl Rodriguez (the GMologist Presents).


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If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Looking at "By the Sword" a book by Richard Cohen. Big thanks to Runeslinger (Dave Chapman?) Autocratik.com, for calling in.


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Please send your audio messages to spikepitpodcast@gmail.com big thanks as always to my supporters on Patreon and callers, Anthony (Casting Shadows) and Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) for their generous contributions.


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If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Tactics, Chess, Stratego, RPG & GM Tactics, Sun Tzu and the human being as committee.


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Day 2 RPG a Day - Maps. Looking at Titan the Fighting Fantasy World, Gascoigne, Livingstone, Jackson. Big thanks to Karl (the GMologist Presents) for his called in contributions.


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RPG a day 2021, may as well give it go.


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Closing out #RPGaDAY2022 Big thanks to Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast), Jim Tripp, BJ (The Arcane Alienist) and Anthony (Casting Shadows) for their generous contributions.


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Welcoming into the pit, game designer Joe Salvador, author of Eldritch Tales and the driving force behind Raven God Games.


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Spikepit is taking time for a closer look at the "There and Back Again"  RPG by Ray Otus.  This episode draws together content from the back catalogue, as well as from some previously unreleased actual play recordings. Thanks to DM Dad, Shane Ward, RFED, DM Rikki, Luca and Sonny for their contributions.  Thumbnail image, "There and Back Again", by C Green. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss supporting the show through sponsorship, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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Reading Roll for Shoes, a Micro RPG by D.Weird


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Buried treasure previously unreleased epic call in bonanza!!!


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Monster tiers - how to bin reams of monster stat blocks, also more Barovian adventure with Barbarian Biff.


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DMing in a shared setting and some home group character chat.


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Big thanks to Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) Kevin (The Red Caps Podcast) and Anthony (Casting Shadows). Please enjoy.


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I've got a "right one" for you this time...OMG!


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Big thanks and shout out to newest Patreon supporter James Knight. Continuing #RPGaDAY2022 with great contributions from Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) Joe (Hindsightless) Karl (The GMologist Presents). Please enjoy.


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Delving into ICRPG Master Edition for some rules chat. Using Hearts in ICRPG, Initiative and Turns, Hero Coins and Milestones


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Calls From Kevin (Red Caps Podcast) Spencer (Keep off the Borderlands) Safer (Safer Fantasy Crafting) "Crazy Spikepit Theme" Logan Howard


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Who remembers Ivor the Engine?... Assisting me with day 10/11 of #RPGaDAY2022 we have delightful contributions from Joe (Hindsightless) Runeslinger (Casting Shadows). Please enjoy


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rpgaday2022 day 7&8, special thanks to Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) for AAA... Enjoy


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More IC RPGaDAY including a call from Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and a mini rant about frustrating polarising generalisations. Enjoy.


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rpgaday2022 day 5 to answer this question I'm delving back into ICRPG


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The first installment of my RPG a Day ponderings, my answers to the daily questions presented in a journal type style. Please enjoy.


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Ray, Larry, and RFED call in


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All the call ins all the time. Big thanks to Barney, Pink Phantom, Jason, and Rich Fraser.


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Calls from Joe Salvador, Jason (Nerds RPG Variety Cast) Anthony (Casting Shadows) Joe (Hindsightless) Karl (The GMologist Presents) Rich (Cockatrice Nuggets) Barney (Loco Ludus)


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Big thanks to Anthony, Spencer, Karl and BJ for these inspirational call ins. More to follow


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Originally published as episode 162. Being a better player. Contributions from, Ivy the Happy Whisk, Logan Sword Breaker Howard, Froth the Thought Eater , Spencer aka Free Thrall, Evil Jeff of Minions and Musings and James Richards. Please enjoy listening.


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Originally published as episode 161, blame Mr Connerly for this re-release. Contributions from: Ivy the Happy Whisk, Frank Turfler of Frank T's Liner Notes, regular caller Larry Haught of the Spikepit Pit Crew, Darren Green aka RFED, Che Webster Roleplay Rescue and my Canadian buddy Shane Ward voice of Gilligan's Isle of ADD. Please enjoy. Call in or email comments to spikepitpodcast@gmail.com


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Originally published as episode 160 June 18 2019 Starting discussion about player quality. Why do I spend so much time and effort trying to improve as a GM? What changes should I make to improve my games? Contributions from Frank T, Spencer G and Lieren. Please enjoy listening. spikepitpodcast@gmail.com


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Big thanks to Jason (Nerds RPG Variety Cast) BJ Boyd (The Arcane Alienist) Menion (Confessions of a Wee Timorous Bushi) and Goblins Henchman


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Reporting on awesome experience, Beyond the Wall, and High Rise calls thanks to Jason (Nerds RPG Variety Cast/Cerebrevore) and Joe (Hindsightless) Intro music written and performed by Frank Clark is used with his express permission.


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Thinking out loud about - school gaming clubs, picking a system, Beyond the Wall, ICRPG, Dracula, Spelljammer, Plants on the BBC, original series Star Trek and Improv GMing. Call ins next episode. Thanks for listening.


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Originally released as episode 009 in June 2018. In many ways it feels like a lifetime ago, so much has changed.


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All the guerilla all of the time. Big thanks to Jason and Arlen for making it happen. Skol


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Notes to follow


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Big thanks to my Pit Crew buddies who called in, Spencer (Keep off the Borderlands), John (Red Dice Diaries), Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and Joe (Hindsightless).


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Have a listen it's Sunday, surely you have a few moments to waste...my awesome callers always have something useful to say. Big thanks to the Whiskologist Variety Cast - Ivy, Jason and Karl.


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Come on a rambling ideas and inspiration update with ol' Spikepit as he answers call ins from buddies Rich (Cockatrice Nuggets) and Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast). Enjoy


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notes to follow


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We join our heroes as they battle to save the Winery from it's noxious intruders. Big thanks to DM Rikki, RFED and the Young Fella for making the magic happen. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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We join our heroes as it's all kicked off. Big thanks to DM Rikki, RFED and the Young Fella for making the magic happen. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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I talk about my thoughts on starting a campaign using Chris Gonnermans super accessible 'Basic Fantasy Role-Playing Game'. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast


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Overview of Eldritch Tales - Lovecraftian White Box Role-playing by Joseph Salvador of Raven God Games. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast


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Talking about my experience of running Tomb of the Serpent Kings, by Skerples, art by Scrap Princess. Be warned that this episode does contain spoilers. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit#spikepitpodcast


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What have I been upto in my gaming hobby, Kahoot quiz experiment, gaming with Google, Beowulf, Ravenloft actual play, cognitive science and book reviews? Big thanks to Spencer (Keep off the Borderlands) and Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) for their called in contributions Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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Originally published as 304 - in this episode I welcome Spencer Game into the pit.  We discuss his game, Osseous, create a character and enjoy a brief light hearted example of play.  Hopefully you find it full of "HUMOUR".  I personally found one of the funniest things about the recording the fact that we still managed to get the rules wrong.  Big thanks to GM Spencer for being a great sport, entering fully into the spirit of things. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit#spikepitpodcast


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We join our heroes as they head toward the Wizards of Wine Winery (www.www.com) and things hot up. Big thanks to DM Rikki, RFED and the Young Fella for making the magic happen. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. Enjoy.


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I delve way back int the archives to unearth a little gem, a lovely chat with Frank Turfler, listen to part 2 on the excellent Frank T's Liner Notes originally published DEC 17 2018


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Knave RPG by Ben Milton, a rules walkthrough. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. Enjoy.


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Spikepit reading the history of this product as researched and written by Shannon Appelcline, the editor-in-chief of RPGnet and the author of Designers & Dragons - a history of the roleplaying industry told one company at a time.


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Spring is in the air - the new generation rises. Happy Easter folks. Watch this space :-)


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We join our heroes as they meet some mysterious refugees fleeing persecution. Sorry no intro for this COVID edition. Big thanks to DM Rikki, RFED and the Young Fella for making the magic happen. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. Enjoy.


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Knave, 10x10x10, Hextalk (Previously Archived)


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Big thanks to BJ (the Arcane Alienist) for his encouragement, aslo DM Rikki, RFED and the Young Fella for making the magic happen. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. Enjoy.


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Big thanks to DM Rikki, RFED and the Young Fella for making the magic happen. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. Enjoy


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An episode for RPG fans old and new. Responding to recent episodes with some great ideas, we have my buddies, Arlen Walker (Live from Pellam's Wasteland) and Rich Fraser (Cockatrice Nuggets). Thanks to everyone for the ongoing support.


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The plot thickens as our heroes discover more about Strahd's creepy realm. Big thanks to the Mysterious Cody M for his vote of confidence, and as always DM Rikki, RFED and the Young Fella for making the magic happen. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. Enjoy.


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A mash up of previously archived content combined with new call's in this episode. Big thanks to the Pit Crew and callers who support my efforts with their contributions


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Something creepy going on in Barovia, surely not!


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Bringing Stay Frosty out of the deep freeze, classic call ins from some old friends. We also enjoy a new call in from ol' buddy Rich Fraser (Cockatrice Nuggets). Enjoy


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In this concluding installment, we join our intrepid adventurers as they stand outside the undertakers answering questions from a diligent member of the town watch. Big thanks to DM Rikki, RFED,the Young Fella and Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) Theme music, written and performed by Frank Clark, is used with his express permission.


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Retrieved from the stacks for re-release, one of my first product reviews.


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We join our intrepid heroes as they head to investigate what's afoot at the undertakers.


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Previously hidden away in the archives, this 28/09/2018 episode gets wheeled back into the light. Music written and performed by Frank Clark is used with his express permission.


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The adventure continues with some "Curse of Strahd" DnD home game action. Big thanks to DM Rikki, RFED and "The Boy".


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Delving back into the archives for this re-release from 2018. In addition, responding to the mob rules topic, I share a helpful new call in from my buddy, John Large. The music written and performed by Frank Clark is used with his express permission.


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Delving into the archives to bring you a blast from the past. Listen out for some ol' friends we haven't heard from in a while.


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Picking up on some "Curse of Strahd" DnD home game action. Big thanks to DM Rikki, RFED and "The Boy".


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Big thanks to Karl. Edited by BOO.


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Big thanks to Karl, Jason and Che. Music was written and recorded by Frank Clark, and is used with his express permission. Interview edited by BOO.


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Big thanks to Karl. Edited by BOO.


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A laid back chat with Karl Rodriguez of "The GMologist Presents". Call ins from the man himself as well as Pit Crew buddies Che Webster (Roleplay  Rescue) and Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and Joe Richter (Hindsightless). Big thanks to BOO for an awesome debut edit.


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Spikepit training update, Splintered Kingdom, Blinded by the Light, DIY nightmares and more. Big thanks to "Pit Crew" callers Jason and Karl. Enjoy.training


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All sorts of random ramblings from the pit, including "Beyond the Wall RPG" and Shrewsbury during the Norman conquest of England, in this fireside chat episode. Big thanks to my podcasting buddies, BJ (The Arcane Alienist), Karl (The GMologist) and Joe (Hindsightless) for their called in contributions. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit#spikepitpodcast


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News from Spikepit, English History a book recommendation and more...with call ins from my buddies Jason and Karl. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit#spikepitpodcast


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Big thanks to our awesome callers Joe (Hindsightless), Che (Roleplay Rescue), Barney (Loco Ludus) and representing the NZ Pitcrew it's Yvon. My podcast recommendation was "Designed for Life - In conversation with Richard Heayes" If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast.


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Spikepit reads from Steve Jackson's Fighting Fantasy Gamebook "The House of Hell". If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast. Big thanks to Jason Connerley of Nerd's RPG Variety Cast.


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Spikepit reads from Ian Livingstone's Fighting Fantasy Gamebook City of Thieves. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast.


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An into the pit update. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast.A big thanks to Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast), Arlen Walker (Live from Pellam's Wasteland) and Anthony (Casting Shadows).


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Spikepit reads from Ian Livingstone's Fighting Fantasy Gamebook, Deathtrap Dungeon. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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Spikepit reads from Steve Jackson's Fighting Fantasy Gamebook Citadel of Chaos. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast. Big thanks to Jason Connerley of Nerd's RPG Variety Cast.


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Spikepit reading from The Warlock of Firetop Mountain, a Fighting Fantasy Gamebook, by Steve Jackson and Ian Livingstone. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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In this remix episode I chat with my brother RFED about our fond memories of childhood, starting out and growing up in this awesome hobby that we all share. Music was written and recorded by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions, comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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A BOXING UP recording........Whaaaaaaat!! The game books I'm getting rid of and my reflections. Big thanks to Che Webster (Roleplay Rescue) for his call in contribution. Music was written and recorded by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions, comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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Prompted by John and Hanna's recent discussion on Red Dice Diaries I thought I'd remix my Lazy DM episodes. Music was written and recorded by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit#spikepitpodcast


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In this remix Spikepit is letting off steam in relation to rule zero tyranny. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss supporting the show through sponsorship, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@pm.me Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast


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A walk down memory lane, back to 2018 with Erik Tenkar.


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"Wow neat!" or "Give me a break!" Scratching the "Old School" itch. Spikepit ponders ideas for addressing some pressing DMing projects. Music was written and recorded by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit#spikepitpodcast


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Big thanks to Spencer, Jason and BJ.


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Discussing dice swing in games, and how we often seem to read beyond the binary nature of pass fail rolls. Confused?...you will be...Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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Drive by episode, challenging the popularity of borrowed opinion (hot take), mail merged address labels for organising information, Jamie and the Magic Torch and much more, more more!!! Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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NEW!! video project over at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBiIGnQtLfBfYm89BLhAFA Spikepit combines thoughts from Dungeons and Dragons designers old and new, in this look back at the world's most popular roleplaying game.  Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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NEW!! video project over at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBiIGnQtLfBfYm89BLhAFA A DnD tale of adventure, readings from designers of the worlds most popular roleplaying game, Mike Mearls and Tom Moldvay. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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NEW!! video project over at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBiIGnQtLfBfYm89BLhAFA  Spikepit presents a raft of thoughts and ideas for hacking DnD. Big thanks to BJ (Arcane Alienist) and Arlen (Live from Pellam's Wasteland) for their  called in contributions.  Music "Tortured Heart" was written and recorded by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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NEW!! video project over at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBiIGnQtLfBfYm89BLhAFA Spikepit hits the books in a quest to resolve his inner D&D conflict through hacking rules old and new. Looking at Chapter 9 "Dungeon Master's Workshop" from WOTC's Dungeon Master's Guide.....lets take a deep dive. . Big thanks to BJ (Arcane Alienist) and Jason (Nerd’s RPG Variety Cast) for their called in contributions. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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NEW!! video project over at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBiIGnQtLfBfYm89BLhAFA Originally recorded 10/03/2021 and shelved. This episode is now released in response to listener feedback. If we are going to have a conversation, perhaps singing off of the same song sheet may help. Spikepit hits the books in a quest to resolve his inner D&D conflict through hacking rules old and new. Taking Chapter 7 "using abilty scores" from WOTC's Basic Rules Dungeons and Dragons as a starting point.....lets take a deep dive. .  Music was written and recorded by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any comments, questions, or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. If you enjoy the show please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast


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NEW!! video project over at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBiIGnQtLfBfYm89BLhAFA Spikepit responds to listener feedback in this episode loosely themed around serial book abuse. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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Listener feedback on recent episodes, in particular "DM Tips" I also ponder my hobby plans. Big thanks to John Large (Red Dice Diaries), Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Cast), Joe Richter (Hindsightless) and BJ (Arcane Alienist), for called in contributions. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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It's 2021 I'm passionate about talking and running role-playing games, let's pose the question "What is the OSR?" Blame Erik Tenkar and his Tavern Chat podcast for this "Into the Pit" episode. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit#spikepitpodcast


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A meandering journey, discussing rivers in RPG's. Originally released as separate episodes "Retread Remix"  draws together content from the back catalogue, which now resides in the Spikepit archives. Thanks to Jason Hobbs, Larry Hamilton, DM Dad, Tim Shorts and Rui Lorenco for their called in contributions. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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Five further game winning DM tips for Dungeons and Dragons (also applicable to other games which may involve bad wrong fun). If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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A wealth of Midderlands goodness; discussion around inspirational influences, compatible systems, particularly appropriate adventures,  collaboration (John Large of Red Dice Diaries) and much more...Originally released as separate episodes "Retread Remix"  draws together content from the back catalogue, which now resides in the Spikepit archives. Thanks to Frank Turfler and Matt Jackson for their excellent called in contributions. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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Featuring Gavin Norman's Dolmenwood setting, including readings of as yet unpublished material .  Originally released as two separate episodes "Retread Remix"  draws together content from the back catalogue, which now resides in the Spikepit archives. Thanks to Cody M. for his call in contribution. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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Five more game winning DM tips for Dungeons and Dragons (also applicable to other games which may involve bad wrong fun). If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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Remixed compilation of archived episodes . Discussion of using Anchor, nostalgia, Dungeons and Dragons, Warhammer, Star Wars and accents from Mary Poppins. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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Five winning DM tips for Dungeons and Dragons (also applicable to other lesser games). If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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Spikepit and callers talk about how RPG's like Dungeons and Dragons are great with the family.  Originally released as a series of episodes in July 2018 this "Retread Remix"  draws together content from the back catalogue, which now resides in the Spikepit archives. Thanks to Frank Turfler, The Mixed GM, Spencer Game (Keep off the Borderlands), and Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Cast) for their called in contributions. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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Yep that’s right...that's what I was told, it must be true. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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Super flexible miniatures wargame by Osprey Games, an affordable option to GW's Warhammer Fantasy Battle. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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In this remix Spikepit and callers talk about how fantasy RPG's like Dungeons and Dragons deal with seeing in the dark.  Originally released as a series of episodes in July 2018 this "Retread Remix"  draws together content from the back catalogue, which now resides in the Spikepit archives. Thanks to Frank Turfler, Chuck Thorin, Matt Jackson, John Large and Jason Hobbs for their called in contributions, closing theme music by TJ Drenon.  Thumbnail image, gated entrance to magazine, by C Green. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit#spikepitpodcast


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This is the big one, all the miss a turn pit discussion in one retread remix. This medley will take you out of play for an hour and sixteen minutes. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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Halloween draws near and restless Old School Revenants stir from their tombs. Episode 324.


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If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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A look at Gavin Norman's reworked and clarified B/X core rules. Formerly the B/X Essentials line of books, Old School Essentials Retro Adventure Game (not pictured) is the new identity of this project going forward. In this episode I talk about what's in the book and express some of my thoughts and opinions. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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Call ins and comments from the gaming community. Comparing and contrasting our thoughts about Moldvay and Mentzer visions of Dungeons and Dragons. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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Colin introduces himself briefly and outlines the direction for Spikepit. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit  #spikepitpodcast


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