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In this very special episode of The D6 Generation Craig, Raef, & Russ review their predictions from 2023 and declare a winner based on D6G predictions scoring system. They then put on their prognostication caps, squint into the future, and predict what might come to pass in 2024. Oh yes, and there’s a special announcement at the top of the show as well, which is the part that makes it very special.
Can our heroes free gladiators and convince them to join their cause? Or will they just end up killing everyone?
In which Craig speaks with fellow Infinity novelist Mark Barber and Winged Hussar chief editor Brandon Rospond about working with Corvus Belli, getting started in the writing profession, and a new podcast hosted by Winged Hussar Publishing which features deep dives into authors' processes, q & a s, spoiler-filled discussions specific novels.
The party manages to get into the room where it happens. But do they actually know what is happening?
The party debates how to best dress and arrive in style for a nefarious auction. Can this one be resolved without bloodshed?
Raef shares his thoughts on The Avenger's Hawkeye vs. The Departed's Sgt. Dignam. He's confident this will make sense.
It’s just a quick jaunt to a ruined fortress for a magic item side quest. How hard could it be?
Russ and Kit jump into the latest game from Larian Studios: Baldur's Gate 3. Does it finally capture what it's really like to play Dungeons and Dragons in a video game form? We talk about everything from character creation to multiplayer and discuss the differences between playing on the Playstation 5 vs PC.
In this Pip Craig takes us on a quick tour through the most innovative aspects of the newest game to catch his eye: Star Wars Shatterpoint, by Atomic Mass Games. Craig looks at the game mechanics that make Shatterpoint special and digs a bit into how they interact for an experience that pulls him into that galaxy far, far away. Links for the show notes: Hello, There! A Star Wars Shatterpoint Podcast: Rogue Support: A Star Wars Shatterpoint Podcast:
Raef & Russ share an update on how Warmachine Mk4 is coming along. Then they share both their pre-game and post-game thoughts on their final Black Tide Campaign game which leverages some of the latest rules releases including Collossals!
Cal can "bear"-ly contain himself and the unfortunate of the city need to be rescued! Patreon exclusive bonus content:
Raef "Hollywood" Granger takes a moment to discuss painting the rest of the Khador Starter Box from Privateer Press. He discusses the Gallant Method aka Gray Chop as well as the paint pallet to get that awesome red on the Winter Korps uniform. He also completes a quick audio unboxing of the Khador Expansion Box from Privateer Press and his thoughts on the Warmachine Black Tide Campaign. Oh, and asks a survey question on audio unboxings vs. youtube.
The party presses on to learn more about the Raven Queen's influence, strange medallions, and whether can you make friends with bears...or is that just asking for trouble?
The party continues their raid on the warehouse to find that there are more than just were-creatures lurking about.
Craig shares his thoughts and observations from BaltiCon 2023 and dives into part 2 of his author interviews. For more details on the authors Craig chatted with: K.S. Garner The Solo Nerd Bird podcast Rod Van Blake Ben Pick
Craig talks to authors from around the Baltimore/DC area about their work, their processes, their challenges and more. Links for the covered authors: John L French - look for him on facebook Jonathan Sol - Michael Watts - Patrick Thomas - , ,
Raef "Hollywood" Granger does a Hollywood style review on Valve's Steam Deck. And talks about a few of the Steam games he has been playing on it."
In which we learn dragons' have mothers and you shouldn't make them angry. Patron Bonus content: Link to video version -
Craig interviews friend of the show Tim Colonna about his Indy game Trilaterum and discovers what gaming entrepreneurship was like through COVID. Join them as they engage on a far-ranging and interesting chat! Links to topics they discussed: Red Nebula:
It's time for more Warmachine & Whiskey. This time Raef and Russ discuss what it's like list building in this transitional period between Warmachine Mark 3 and Warmachine Mark 4. After that, they talk a bit about their progress in the Black Tide campaign and mission setup going into the next battle. Don't miss the companion Lost Chapter for Patrons in which we discuss Warmachine Mark 4 model quality and painting techniques we've been trying. Patron only companion content:
We're kicking off a new D&D live play campaign...Sands of Khassan. This time with a new Dungeon Master: Russ's brother John Wakelin and a whole new cast of characters. The campaign is already underway...but in Session 0 Russ interviews John on the backstory to catch listeners up...along with John's thinking behind his world-building.
Craig shares his epic journey of painting 3,000 (yes, three thousand!) American Civil War miniatures. He focuses on why this project might be taking so long, some soul-searching on why we paint, and ultimately what the payoff is and how to get there. And even the consequences of what might happen when you're not getting there soon enough...
Raef and Russ are excited to welcome Matt Wilson, the Chief Creative Officer at Privateer Press, back to the show. We catch up with Matt and ask him to share all about the thinking behind Warmachine Mark 4. We cover everything from rules thinking, new ways to purchase armies, using an app, army packaging, and the pro's and cons of manufacturing with 3-D printing technology. And speaking of the new 3-D printed models. Don't miss the patron-exclusive companion content in which Raef shares his thoughts as he unboxes his new Khador Winter Korps models:
Raef and Russ discuss their thoughts on Privateer Press's Warmachine MkIV ruleset after two games. Including details about list building for game two, game two highlights, and the run down rules changes covered in Pip 140 and test to see if their pie ratings change. Will any opinions move from coconut cream to strawberry rhubarb? Also don't miss our companion content with thoughts on MK4's go to market strategy exclusive for our patrons:
Raef & Russ run through the changes in Warmachine Mark 4 and rate them using the Hollywood patent pending "Pie" rating system.
Russ interviews Seppy Yoon live at Captain Con 2023 to discover more about the upcoming game Conquest Princess from Fight in a Box games. Conquest Princess Website:
In this new kind of pip Craig, Raef, Russ, & special guest Dave play Marvel Dice Throne live! How did the game go? Who will win? And what do you think of this format? Let us know!
Craig, Raef, & Russ make their geeky predictions for 2023 in part 2 of our annual predictions episode. Do you agree with their predictions? Who do you think is most likely to win this year?
It's time for our annual predictions episode(s)!! In this pip Craig, Raef, & Russ record live and in person together as they look back at the predictions they made this time last year. Were they accurate? And will Craig continue his winning streak?
Craig shares his latest obsession: Rick Priestley and Jervis Johnson's era-agnostic, miniature agnostic ranks and file game published by Warlord Games covers almost any kind of battle from the mid 1700s to the late 1800s. The Epic Battles supplement converts the game to a 15mm historicals with a focus on the ACW and the Napoleonic period in two lines of miniatures from Warlord Games...New starter sets with new minis are being released this month.
Here's a 'what has Craig been up to' focusing on gaming and writing, that wraps up with my recent experiences with kickstarters, in particular terrain kickstarters, including a quick review of the Archon Studios Rampart 3: Urban Ruins kickstarter that fulfilled while I was recovering from my surgery...
Russ & Paul Shoemaker discuss everything from spatchcocking to achievements in gaming to CaptainCon 2023! Oh, and Russ shares his theory on Black Atom and Earth 2.
Raef "Hollywood" Granger discusses his decision, game prep, and very rudimentary basic overview of the Wrath & Glory Warhammer Role Play system by Cubicle 7.
Russ gives an update on video games he's been playing in the fall of 2022. For him, that means two games: Horizon Zero Dawn: Forbidden West & Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous. Note: Russ keeps saying "Path of the Righteous" during the episode...however the game is "Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous" ... which is a way cooler title.
Russ & Kit share their thoughts on Castles of Mad King Ludwig collectors edition...do the new components make the game more fun? Later they then both dive into the new Disney’s Sorcerer’s Arena Epic Alliances smash-up battle game. Are there enough tactics in this game to appeal to hardcore gamers?
Part two of Raef interviewing Russ about Grim Dark Dungeon Master: Catacombs of the Necromancer. In part 2 Raef comments on the components and his thoughts after his first play. But first Russ shares a brief update on the campaign and some new character announcements.
Craig shares his thoughts on the geeky shows he's experienced over the course of summer 2022.
Raef interviews Russ about a game he's been designing: Grim Dark Dungeon Master. The project has been in development for some time but Russ couldn't share any details. Now, as has been announced Raef is able to ask about all the details from how the project started to the design ideas. In part 1 they discuss the origin story and the mechanics. Part 2, which will come in a future episode, will cover components and Raef's thoughts after playing. More details on the game are available at the Gamefound page: .
In which we learn how to keep Pyric from casting fireball and how to dramatically escape from sinking beneath the ice of a frozen lake.
In this episode, Russ examines what it takes to meet & exceed expectations when you finally get your crowdfunded project. He uses his freshly received "Castles of Mad King Ludwig - Royal Collectors Edition" as an example. Does it live up to what he was expecting? Why or why not?
Russ shares his thoughts on the pro's and con's of asymmetric play. But he starts off with the question: "What is asymmetric gameplay?"
Raef & Ryan continue their sandbox MMO discussion! In part 2 they discuss the MMO of Final Fantasy XIV. Why do so many gamers like this game over the standard MMO of WoW?. Raef and Ryan discuss the gameplay, the community, and without spoilers (first half of PIP) the story of Final Fantasy XIV for new players. WARNING: Second half of the PIP does have Spoilers! (We give a warning of this in the segment).
Ryan and Raef dive into Sandbox survival games like V-Rising, Valheim, and Ark. Tips on how to get started and make it through these games. We discuss the "right" survival balance that game designers can put in. Why is it fun to get ganked in PVP? Thrown in there is our Picky Tech Gadget Guy recommendations with gadgets like the Steam Deck from Steam. Plus a "Hollywood" tangent on Professional Dungeon Mastering.
In which we learn there really are no limits to what can be accomplished with interpretive dance.
Russ is joined by Kit as they discuss Cloudspire from Chip Theory games and why it is their current obsession.
In which we find out how to properly welcome guests who knock on the door to your mine.
Raef returns with a Hollywood minute covering a variety of topics: Euphemia's Bow Behind the Scenes; World of Warcraft, Core Keeper and Stellaris; Minuate Games Lego Bolt Action and Kill Team; Lego, Blanton's Bourbon and Guitar.
In which we learn how to ritual cast with feeling, and the best way to forage for warm outer wear.
Craig interviews Joe McCullough, the designer of Frostgrave, Stargrave, Oathmark, Ghost Archipelago, Silver Bayonet, and Rangers of Shadowdeep. It's a wide-ranging discussion on how he ended up in game design, how a boy from North Carolina ended up living in London, England, and how he went from a production assistant to an independent designer.
Raef "Hollywood" Granger interviews Bri White on her adventures in Cosplay and Dungeons & Dragons
Craig has another hot take! This time he shares his thoughts on the miniature game "Rangers of Shadowdeep" from the creative mind of Joseph A. McCullough who brought the world "Frostgrave."
Craig interviews Teras Cassidy of Geek Nation Tours (GNT). They discuss Adepticon, what a travel magnate does during a two year travel lockdown, and what's coming up with GNT. And a very special announcement involving Craig, GNT, and Kepi's.
The party level’s up to 5! Also, we learn what makes up a forge and how to negotiate with a spectator.
Craig interviews Mike Tunez of Firelock Games. They discuss the challenges of small gaming companies dealing with the pandemic, supply line issues, and a new kind of PVC-like material injected molding technology that is allowing these small companies to crank out excellent quality minis, in good numbers, far cheaper than metal, and do it domestically.
Raef catches up with Craig and Russ in March of 2022. What has everyone been up to lately with all their geeky passions?
Raef, Hollywood, Granger shares his current thoughts on World of Warcraft as it stands in 2022. What still draws him in and why does he still make time for the game?
In which we learn how to properly leap into a dry canal and if we should be worried when the DM wears a hat.
Craig interviews Vince & Brandon Rospond, the men behind Winged Hussar Publishing. They discuss what they've learned in the past 10 years in publishing together along with what the future holds and some of the exciting relationships they've built with game publishers such as Warlord Games, Corvus Belli, & more!
Jon "Yakface"Regul of DakkaDakka.com returns to the show to share some updates on the miniature game Maelstrom's Edge. Learn about upcoming changes to the sci-fi miniature skirmish game that make fire suppression key and luck mitigation a strong option in your bag of tricks.
Raef turns on the audio recordi while we're setting up for a game of Dune Imperium with the latest enhancements. Join us as the conversation ranges from bourbon & hard pretzels to gamer blackmail & ASMR. Oh and maybe a bit about Dune Imperum's latest bits.
Canary Dwarves: In which we learn how to test for poison spores and tell a good fungus joke.
Happy New Year! And to kick off 2022 Raef, Craig and Russ make their annual predictions for the new year. Find out what we think 2022 has in store for gamers, geeks, & humanity.
It's time, as we like to do every year, to look back at the predictions we made in December of 2020 and see how accurate we were. Who was right? Who was wrong? And most importantly, who scored the most points?
Voice performer & audiobook narrator Ray Greenley joins us this episode to discuss playing board games virtually and then we dive into his latest work with Kobold Press and their guides for 5e players including: Kobold Guide to Worldbuilding Kobold Guide to Gamemastering Kobold Guide to Plots and Campaigns Coming Soon
In which kin are stowed in abandoned caverns and we learn just how dire a dead end chasm can get.
Clash of Cultures Monumental Edition is out! We reviewed the original way back in Ep 121 in 2013. Does the new edition fix our concerns while keeping what made the original great?
A detailed review of the creepy co-op "The Night Cage" from Smirk & Dagger games along with the return of the Hollywood Minute from Raef Granger!
In which we learn how to get deep gnomes to talk, how to get orcs to leave without paying their tab, and how tough a sous chef can be. [Incorrect audio originally uploaded of a repeat session. It has been corrected.]
Flying age of sail ships on a gas giant hunting massive floating mammals? Man the longboats and sign me up! The D6 Generation takes a detailed look at a board game with some very unique movement mechanics: Windward.
Recorded 'live' from a hotel room at GenCon 2021, Russ shares his thoughts on the con this year, the hotness, and what was acquired! Also, a detailed review of Dungeon Drop from Phase Shift games included the new expansion: Drop Deeper.
In which we learn the value of rest, the difficulty of where to go next, and if you are going to get critical hit twice, be sure it’s by a goblin.
Our DM Academy series continues with Raef interviewing Russ's brother John on his DM style which involves building worlds from scratch. Very different from Russ, who prefers to leverage pre-made source material.
In which we learn how to spring a trap, how to anger a god, & how exhaustion works in 5e.
In this episode it's a bit of "Achievements in Gaming," looking at what's been on the table and screen lately including Krosmasters Arena and Cyberpunk 2077.
Culling through the back of the game closet an old game is found. Is it still worth keeping in the collection? It's time to return that old game to the table and see. This time: Mage Wars. How is it nearly 10 years after release?
In which our party discovers what IS in the bottom of a well and the value of a well-made pole. #VivaLaPole
In this pip Russ reviews an oldie but a goodie: Smash Up. And we get an update on the Song of Ice and Fire map-based campaign mechanics.
In which Karluk makes a cyclops really hot, Pyrric slips Euphemia the tongue, & Thraal's rocks explode. (All of that happened, and all of it is rated G)
Raef has still more questions for Russ on approaches to DMing. This time around we tackle pacing the 'rest'. How do you keep your players from just continually resting to recharge their abilities? Plus other DM type topics!
In which we learn how not to approach a pair of snacking cyclops. [We assume the plural of cyclops follows the deer/sheep rule]
Russ shares what furniture & techniques he & his oldest daughter chose to use to display his geekery.
A minotaur loses consciousness. A dwarf loses his memory. And the party loses their horses. (Again)
Raef interviews Russ on more Dungeon Master tips and tricks. We cover a variety of topics from how to keep from waisting prep work to what to keep behind the curtain.
In this pip our band of Roleplay 8 Charisma players level their D&D characters up from level 3 to level 4. Listen to their thought processes and learn a few tips and tricks about leveling via Roll20.net virtual tabletop software.
In which cultists learn the downside of dealing with dragons, a dragon learns the downside of accepting a gift horse, and a new friend is made.
Russ shares his thoughts on the board game "Galaxy Hunters" from IDW Games. Mechs, biomutants, and worker placement? In space? With dice? Yes, please.
Craig & Russ give a classic D6G review of Cool Mini or Not's miniature war game A Song of Ice and Fire. Later Raef interviews Aaron Lebauer, a business owner who finds a lot of value in Dungeons and Dragons. Entrepreneurs & Dragons starts at the 1 hr mark.
In this D&D megasode we learn how to recover an axe lodged in a tree and why it isn't smart to invade a tree's personal space. Also Russ shares his thoughts on the board game Roll Player. Roll Player review begins at the 1 hour 58 minute mark.
Raef, Craig, & Russ all in the same episode again? You bet...although spread out. Up first Craig & Russ discuss Craig's new home brew Song of Ice & Fire campaign we'll be starting featuring the miniature game from CMON. Then later Raef "Hollywood" Granger hosts a panel with the players from our D&D live campaign discussing tips and techniques to bring your characters to life. Character Acadamy starts at the 42 min mark. Bonus content note: There are an additional ~50 minutes of Character academy available over in the lost chapters on Patreon. Unfortunately the language got a little too colorful for the main show.
In this DnD megasode we learn that halflings have backbone and Ullrick reads from the book of grudges. Among other things. Also, Russ shares his thoughts on the video game Desperaos 3 during the interlude. Desperados 3: 1 hr 53 min mark.
Craig and Russ discuss the newest game set in Frank Herbert's Dune universe: Dune Imperium. Will Craig enjoy a deck builder worker placement game with sandworms? And later Raef returns for another "D&D Academy" segment. This time Raef shares how he approaches making a character his own. If you would like to fast forward directly: D&D Academy starts at the 40 minute mark.
It's another D6G Megasode! We've got two Dungeons and Dragons live play sessions, 15-16 in which the party finally makes it to Thundertree...and get's into some serious horseplay. Between sessions, Russ shares his thoughts on the Forbidden Waters, one of the big 2020 releases from Plaid Hat games. Forbidden Waters review starts at the 1 hr 31 min mark.
Craig, Russ, & Raef "Hollywood" Granger are back with another predictions episode. We take a look at the predictions we made way back in December 2019 and see how many we got right. Then we look ahead to 2021, what will the future bring?
Raef "Hollywood" Granger joins in a special guest appearance to interview Russ on his approach to being a Dungeon Master in 5th edition Dungeons and Dragons. Note: A lot of the discussion is not 5e specific and can probably be leveraged as a game master for any system.
It's our first DnD live megasode! 3 sessions in one, long form audio episode. Almost 5 hours of content! What exactly is the trouble at Owl Well? Can you morally raise the dead? Is there always treasure at the bottom of a well?
Wait...how many side quests did we just pick up? Our heroes are overwhelmed with requests from the local villagers now that they have proved their worth. They decide on a course of action and head out to Owl Well on route to Thundertree.
The party has returned to Auntie's house, battered but victorious! As they lick their wounds and enjoy some peach crumble they level up! In this special episode, we share how each payer chooses to level, show how the Roll20.net system handles leveling, and we learn that as you become famous, people want more of you. This is the audio-only version. D6G Patrons have access to the video version.
It's mid-battle against the red brands. Can our heroes, along with their new dwarven friends, make it out of the hideout alive? This is the audio-only version. D6G Patrons have access to the video version.
Our DnD live session 8 finds our heroes working through the red brand hideout. Will they survive it or will it survive them? This is the audio-only version. D6G Patrons have access to the video version.
Craig & Russ are joined by Mike Tuñez of Firelock Games. Mike brings us up to speed on the status of Oak & Iron as well as the upcoming Blood & Plunder Kickstarter full of exciting plastics and two ships launching this October.
Our DnD live play sessions continue. Two more players join as we all find out what rhythms with "Minotaur down!" This is the audio-only version of the episode. To watch with video check out for patrons here:
Russ talks about the video games he's been playing during the COVID-19 lockdown. He shares his thoughts on Divinity 2, Final Fantasy VII Remake, & Ghost of Tsushima.
Session 6 of our D&D live sessions! Auntie, I didn't know you kept cows... This is the audio only version, the video version is available to Patrons vis Patreon.
Russ just received the two Warcaster starter faction boxes from Privateer Press's "Warcasater Kickstarter." He shares initial impressions of the product and why he got into this game as he unboxes it for the first time!
Session 5 of our D&D live sessions featuring our friends from Geek Nation Tours, The Nerdherders Podcast, & Fight In a Box games. When I said I wanted a hot breakfast... This is the audio only version, the video version is available to Patrons vis Patreon.
Session 4 of our D&D live play episodes featuring our friends from Geek Nation Tours, The Nerdherders Podcast, & Fight In a Box games. Can you smell what the bugbear is cooking? Patrons: A video version is available to Patrons as a Lost Chapter.
We are joined by Teras Cassidy of Geek Nation Tours, Seppy Yoon of Fight in a Box Games, & Dave Farr of Nerdhearders Podcast for session 3 of Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition: The Lost Mines of Phandelver. Patrons Note: You can watch the full version of this with video over on Patreon.
We are joined by Teras Cassidy of Geek Nation Tours, Seppy Yoon of Fight in a Box Games, & Dave Farr of Nerdhearders Podcast for session 2 of Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition: The Lost Mines of Phandelver. Patrons Note: You can watch the full version of this with video over on Patreon.
Russ is joined by Teras Cassidy of Geek Nation Tours, Seppy Yoon of Fight in a Box Games, & Dave Farr of Nerdhearders Podcast as they play a session of Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition: The Lost Mines of Phandelver. Patrons Note: You can watch the full version of this with video over on Patreon.
Craig & Russ, of the D6 Generation (TheD6Generation.com) interview Carlos Llauger of Corvus Belli and discuss the new hotness in the Infinity Universe: Infinity CodeOne & N4.
Craig and Russ chat with William “Oz” Schoonover and William Hungerford from Privateer Press about the new game Warcaster: Neo-Mechanika. Join us as we find out what makes Warcaster a unique sci-fi miniature war game.
Russ discusses how he set up and ran the finale of his long-running Dungeons and Dragons campaign: Tyranny of Dragons.
We discuss and plan how we will run our giant, 3 army Star Wars Legion mega-battle at Captain Con 2020 while in the car to the event!
As Star Wars Legion expands to 4 factions Craig & Russ have doubled down on the game! They share what they are enjoying and why they think this game has legs.
"Hollywood" joins us again as we break out our crystal balls and predict what 2020 will bring for gaming and beyond. Russ introduces a new predicting technique that he is sure will up his accuracy for predictions. After all, how could anything he learned from The Witcher fail?
Raef "Hollywood" Granger is back on the show as we review the predictions we made for 2019 back in December 2018. How accurate were we and who will reign supreme as the preeminent prognosticator?
Craig & Russ each just got a new game. Craig picked up Marvel Crisis Protocol while Russ acquired Aeronautica Imperialis. They open them for the first time together on the air and share their thoughts on the quality & value of these two miniature games from very different companies.
Russ makes the argument that 2019 has been a FANTASTIC year for video game RPG's. He discusses open world RPG's like Assasin's Creed Origin's but also dives in two fantastic games with party management: Greedfall & Outer Worlds.
Craig discusses a potpourri of topics including painting small models, British vs Pirates, Joan of Arc expansions, & the challenges of conjugating the verb "to dive."
Russ has recently visited Galaxy's Edge, is considering Star Wars: Legion, and looking at all the Star Wars shows & movies. As someone who grew up with the franchise is this thing getting too big, or have we finally arrived?
Craig & Russ talk what they've been playing lately: Joan of Arc, Warhammer 40k, & Greedfall along with favorite shows.
Craig joins Russ to share his thoughts on British vs Pirates...has he come around on this amazing game? Also they discuss a home brew scenario & give their rating of the game.
Russ shares his thoughts on the light age of sail game: British vs Pirates by Exocrate Games. He has all the bling from vol 1 & vol 2 and has been painting & playing like crazy!
Though we were NEARLY distracted by new Song of Ice and Fire announcements the news from GenCon 2019 that has Craig most excited is Marvel Crisis Protocol. We discuss the new rules and why the game appeals.
Craig and Russ discuss what they've been playing, painting, & watching lately. Topics include more Joan of Arc, more D&D, more 40k, contrast paints on a massive dragon and summer movies.
Craig has taken the plunge and invested heavily in Games Workshop's new line of "Contrast Paints." The hype has been high on these new products & Russ takes the opportunity to interview Craig on his findings: What are Contrast Paints & How are they different? How do you use them and what were the results? Tips & tricks for someone about to take the plunge.
In classic D6G detailed review style ... Craig and Russ take a deep dive into the mechanics of Joan of Arc Time of Legends from Mythic games. What will it receive via the patent-pending D6G rating system?
Russ has been playing the heck out of Mythic Games' "Time of Legends: Joan of Arc." He's back in his car, this time with a better mic, sharing the results and thoughts from his first few plays of the game with his daughter. Can a game this intimidating with this many models hold the attention of his 15-year-old daughter?
Russ just got back from a Memorial day camping trip with the family. Brain full of what he does to make gaming as much a part of the outdoors as hiking, he is anxious to share!
Craig brings back the beloved segment "Do You Ever Notice?" and asks "Do you ever notice when miniature games are calling?"
Craig and Russ share spoiler filled thoughts about episodes 1-3 of Season 8 of Game of Thrones. Caution: Here be spoilers!!
Craig and Russ discuss the emergent narrative campaign that occurred thanks to the brilliant in game mechanics and background of Song of Ice and Fire from Cool Mini or Not.
Craig & Russ are joined by Teras of Geek Nation Tours in the 3rd chair as they talk what they've been playing recently.
Craig & Russ report on the results of their Captain Con 2019 Adeptus Titanicus mega battle event.
Craig and Russ discuss their recent Adeptus Titanicus adventures and how they designed their mega battle scenario for Captain Con.
Craig & Russ discuss a special game night they held which hosted gamers from across the political spectrum in an effort to foster understanding between people of opposing viewpoints.
Raef "Hollywood" Granger is in the third chair as we make our predictions for 2019. Do you agree? How far out on a limb will we go for a few points?
Raef Granger is back in the 3rd chair as we review our predictions for 2018 and see who was right and who was not. Will Craig's winning streak continue?
Join Craig, Russ, & Paul Shoemaker of Captain Con as we discuss what we've geekiness we've been up to in November 2018.
Craig, Russ, & Romeo from Battlefoam talk about the new ork hotness from Games Workshop: Speedfreaks. This time we focus on rules.
While Craig is distracted Russ tries a whole new concept: An audio Unboxing. Listen to Russ's real time reaction as he opens and goes through the new Games Workshop game: Speedfreaks. Will he fanboi out as he looks through sprues of orky goodness? #IsThereAnyDoubt
Craig and Russ engage in battle in Warhammer Underworlds Shadespire/Nightvault game play. They share their thoughts each turn in this new Pip experiment!
Craig has put together an audio drama of a massive WH40k battle we played. Let us know what you think!!
Craig & Russ have jumped into Dropfleet Commander and appear to be hooked. What is appealing to them after their first few games? Now in "Conversational Stereo!"
The Gen Con mob is in the 3rd chair! Join us in the final mega-sode of the D6 Generation as we play a massive game with a mob and discuss our favorite games we played & purchased at Gen Con 2018. All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - Ap of the Ep while true: learn() - 47 min - Play by Mob - 52 min - Total Fan Girl - 1 hr 21 min - Gen Con 2018 Games - 1 hr 24 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Stephen Buonocore, the man behind Stronghold Games, is back in the 3rd chair! Up first we chat with Stephen about the importance of Networking and building relationships in the gaming industry. And he shares some of his own tips and tricks. Later we dive into an in depth discussion around Star Wars Legion. We thought we were going to avoid this game...what the heck happened? All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - Ap of the Ep (No Man's Sky) - 1 hr 15 min - Networking in Gaming Industry - 1 hr 20 min - Total Fan Girl - 1 hr 59 min - Star Wars Legion - 2 hr 3 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Stephen Buonocore joins us in the third chair as we share our thoughts on Ant Man & Wasp. Warning: Here be spoilers!
Geoff Engelstein, Professor of Gaming, is in the 3rd Chair. In this episode we sit down with Geoff and learn how he goes about teaching a college level course on game design. But first, we catch up with Teras Cassidy of GNT on how he and his team scout out new locations for Geek Nation Tours. Danger: You may learn something this episode! All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - Ap of the Ep (WH40k: Gladius) - 52 min - GNT Update - 1 hr 0 min - Total Fan Girl - 1 hr 41 min - Teaching Game Design - 1 hr 45 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
We catch up with Hollywood in our fav donut shop to share our thoughts on Solo, a Star Wars story. Warning: Spoilers!
Howdy members of the D6G Generation, Here's the first shot at a new approach to our content, "D6G Pip's". Meaning instead of a massive episode we do a single segment. In this one Craig starts us off by describing a MASSIVE game of Warhammer 40,000 we played...over 280 power points. Ever IG model and Space Wolf model we owned was on and 4x8' table vs more pointy eared elves than we cared to count. It...was...awesome!!
Raef is back in the 3rd chair! Up first Raef hosts another one of his classic "round tables." Later we discuss an exciting announcement. All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - Ap of the Ep (Unraveled 2) - 1 hr 10 min - Raef Round Table - 1 hr 13 min - Total Fan Girl - 2 hr 6 min - Announcement - 2 hr 11 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Teras, of Geek Nation Tours, joins us as we talk Avengers Infinity War. Caution: Here Be Spoilers
Sean Sutter, the artist, designer, sculptor and all around one man band behind Relicblade, is in the 3rd chair! Up first we chat with Sean about his journey with Relicblade and what to expect going forward. Later we dive into the background, factions, and models of Dropfleet Commander. All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - Ap of the Ep (Oddmar) - 59 min - Relicblade - 1 hr 2 min - Total Fan Girl - 1 hr 45 min - Dropfleet Commander Fluff & Stuff - 1 hr 53 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Adam and Brady Sadler, game designers of no small water, are in the 3rd chair! Up first, the Sadlers are big video game fans so we catch up on the vid games that everyone has been enjoying lately and why we're playing htem. Later we dive into the many game projects that have involved the Sadlers including some of the latest hotness such as Brook City from Blacklist Games. All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - Ap of the Ep (God Of War) - 43 min - Vid Game Update - 51 min - Total Fan Girl - 1 hr 29 min - Brook City & More - 2 hr 6 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Adam & Brady Sadler join us to talk about what video games we all enjoyed in our youth.
The Stagliano brothers are in the 3rd chair! Up first, we hear from Michael on how he got into screen writing and how his love for fantasy & gaming influenced him and his opportunities. Later we dive in with Steve and learn about their new gamecast... "Tavern of Heroes" All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - Ap of the Ep (SyrinScape) - 55 min - Screen Writing Inspiration - 1 hr 1 min - Total Fan Girl - 1 hr 40 min - Tavern of Heroes - 1 hr 46 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Michael Stagliano joins us in Dunks as we share our thoughts on the Ready Player One movie. Just how many Easter eggs did we spot?
The Adepticon 2018 mob is in the 3rd chair!! We try a new format to get thoughts on a game while we play them! Up first: Firefly Adventures by Galeforce Nine. And later GKR: Heavy Hitters by WETA Workshop and Cryptozoic. All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - Ap of the Ep (Armello) - 1 hr 15 min - Firefly Adventures - 1 hr 20 min - Total Fan Girl - 2 hr 0 min - GKR: Heavy Hitters - 2 hr 7 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Ross Watson just needed one more donut, so Craig and I chatted with him about Black Panther! Spoilers!!
Ross Watson, 40k fluffmaster, is back in the third chair! Up first we catch up with Ross and find out what is this brand new Warhammer 40,000 RPG he's been working on: Wrath and Glory. Later Ross, Craig, and Russ take a close look at the recently re-released Necrumunda by Games Workshop. Is this thing more than just nostalgia? All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - Ap of the Ep (Into the Breach) - 58 min - Wrath & Glory - 1 hr 3 min - Total Fan Girl - 1 hr 46 min - Necrumunda 2018- 1 hr 53 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
40k fluff master Ross Watson joins us in Dunks to talk about the new approach GW appears to be taking with the 40k background.
Mike Turnez, of Firelock Games, is in the third chair! Up first we catch up with Mike on all the doings at Firelock and what the latest hotness is for Blood and Plunder. Later Hank Edley, of the Adepticon Council, joins us in a rarely seen 4th chair! Together we all talk about Adepticon and in particular what there is to look forward to at Adepticon 2018. All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - Ap of the Ep (Hero Academy 2) - 48 min - Firelock Update - 52 min - Total Fan Girl - 1 hr 42 min - Adepticon 2018- 1 hr 45 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Mike Tunez, of Firelock Games, joins us at our favorite donut shop as we discuss some of our favorite books featuring naval combat.
Ambie Valdes, of the Boardgame Blitz podcast, joins us in the 3rd chair. Up first we all discuss the appeal of long form games and Ambie fills us in on the world of 18XX gaming. Later Ambie, Craig and Russ discuss Escape rooms and why they particularly appeal to gamers. All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - Ap of the Ep (Kingdom: New Land) - 1 hr 14 min - Long form games - 1 hr 19 min - Total Fan Girl - 1 hr 49 min - Painting Large Armies Fast- 1 hr 55 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Ambie, from the Boardgame Blitz podcast, joins us as we talk about some of our favorite Anime shows.
Vijay Myneni, developer of Age of Rivals, joins us in the 3rd chair. Up first we talk to Vijay about app development and Age of Rivals in particular. Later Craig and Russ discuss techniques they use to paint large armies quickly. All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - Ap of the Ep (Shadowbound) - 57 min - Age of Rivals - 1 hr 2 min - Total Fan Girl - 1 hr 34 min - Painting Large Armies Fast- 1 hr 38 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Craig and Russ test out new technology and answer questions in a live chat with Patrons.
Curt Covert, of Smirk & Dagger and Smirk & Laughter Games, is back in the 3rd chair!! Up first we talk to Curt about what he's been up to and why two companies? Later, Raef "Hollywood" Granger joins Russ in "Tech Talk" All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - Ap of the Ep (OLO) - 1 hr 11 min - Smirk & Dagger/Laughter Update - 1 hr 16 min - Total Fan Girl - 2 hr 4 min - Tech Talk - 2 hr 13 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Raef "Hollywood" Granger joins is in Dunk's to discuss our thoughts on Star Wars: The Last Jedi. Caution: Here be spoilers!!
Romeo Filip, the man behind Battlefoam, is in the third chair. Up first we get an update from Romeo: How are things at Battlefoam and what was it like to let his baby, WWX, go? And later we dive into the latest hotness from Privateer Press: Company of Iron! Does this new rule set bring the skirmish back to Warmachine and Hordes? All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - Ap of the Ep (Gorogoa) - 56 min - Battlefoam Update - 1 hr 0 min - Total Fan Girl - 1 hr 32 min - Company of Iron Review - 1 hr 37 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Romeo Filip, the man behind Battlefoam, joins us for a spoiler filled discussion of Netflix's series The Punisher.
Raef "Hollywood" Granger is back in the 3rd chair. And just in time to as we do our annual predictions episode. We review what we predicted last year and make predictions in the gaming and geek world for 2018. All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - Ap of the Ep (War Room - Co of Iron) - 54 min - 2017 Prediction Results - 1 hr 1 min - Total Fan Girl - 1 hr 39 min - 2018 Predictions - 1 hr 46 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Craig and Russ look back on games they reviewed in episodes 159-172 and ask "Where are they now?"
Seppy Yoon, of Fight in a Box, joins us in the 3rd chair! Up first we get an update on all Fight in a Box has been up to recently. Later, both Seppy and Russ attended the very first PAX Unplugged. What did they think and what made it unique? All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - Ap of the Ep (Animal Crossing) - 1 hr 5 min - Fight in a Box Update - 1 hr 9 min - Total Fan Girl - 1 hr 53 min - PAX Unplugged - 2 hr 4 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Seppy Yoon, of Fight in a Box Games, joins us to share our spoiler filled thoughts on Season 2 of Stranger Things.
Andrew 'Hacksaw' Hartland is back in the 3rd chair. Andrew brings us up to speed on what's new at Captain Con this year and then we dive into some family game reviews including Santorini and Bunny Kingdoms. All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - Ap of the Ep (TweetRoot) - 47 min - Captain Con Update - 51 min - Total Fan Girl - 1 hr 19 min - Santorini & Bunny Kingdoms Review - 1 hr 24 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Video game streaming is fast becoming a massive industry...is the same thing happening to board games? Andrew "Hacksaw" Hartland joins us to discuss the topic and dive into why we like to watch such services.
Luke Retallack of Channel Endgame and Party Loaded is back in the third chair. Up first, Russ takes full advantage of having a video game fan on the show and they catch up on what games are hot this fall. (2017) Later we dive into the new miniature board game hotness from Games Workshop: Warhammer Underworlds: Shadespire. And don't miss the return of Words from Wales!! All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - App of the Ep (Geostorm): 1 hr 18 min - Video Games Fall 2017: 1 hr 21 min - Total Fan Girl: 1 hr 26 min - Worlds from Wales: 2 hr 31 min - Warhammer Underworlds: Shadespire: 2 hr 36 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Luke Retallack of Channel Endgame and Party Loaded joins us to talk about the 2017 gaming console choices. What are we excited about and is Nintendo back?
Christopher Badell, of Greater Than Games, joins us in the third chair! He shares the origin story of Greater Than Games. Later we chat with a cadre of GTG staff as we learn about their upcoming title: Sleepy Hollow. All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - App of the Ep (Divinity: Original Sin 2): 1 hr 0 min - Greater Than Games Story: 1 hr 8 min - Total Fan Girl: 1 hr 59 min - Sleepy Hollow: 2 hr 3 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Russ and Craig go back to games they first discussed in 2014 and ask: "Where are they now?" Plus: Craig may have a scoop on what's happening with some of your favorite miniature games!
Stephen Buonocore, of Stronghold Games, joins us in the third chair! Up first, Stephen gives us the update on Stronghold Games along with their new hotness coming this fall, like Space Freaks. And later..."Who's Character Is it Anyway?" in which we try our hand at RPG improve? All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - App of the Ep (Red Tides & Post It): 1 hr 1 min - Stronghold Games Update: 1 hr 7 min - Total Fan Girl: 1 hr 48 min - Who's Character is it Anyway: 1 hr 55 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Stephen Buonocore, of Stronghold Games, joins us in Dunks as we discuss the second half of season 7 of Game of Thrones.
Doug Johnson of Tablewar is in the 3rd Chair!! We catch up with Doug on all the hotness from Tablewar including the new GEO mat. Later Craig and Russ dive into Catalyst Game Labs' brand new game: Dragonfire. Does this deck builder set in the Dungeons and Dragons universe catch Craig's fancy. All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - App of the Ep (Ticket to Earth Redux): 51 min - Tablewar Update and GEO Mat: 54 min - Total Fan Girl: 1 hr 25 min - Dragonfire review: 1 hr 29 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
The Gen Con 50 mob is in the 3rd Chair!! We chat with them and Total Fan Girl about what hotness was spotted at Gen Con 50. Later we interview Will Schoonover from Privateer Press about the upcoming new skirmish game: Company of Iron. And finally, it's time for another Play By Mob. All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== - App of the Ep (Cat Quest): 30 min - Craig & Russ on Gen Con Hotness: 33 min - Company of Iron Interviewe: 1 hr 16 min - Play by Mob: 1 hr 47 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Craig and Russ share their thoughts on what it was like to attend the largest Gen Con ever!
Stuart Mackaness, of Wayland Games & Warcradle Studios, joins us in the third chair! Up first Stuart lets us in on how we got into the industry what it's been like to be a part of Wayland Games, Warcradle Studios, and the re-launch of Wild West Exodus! Then later mulling mechanics returns as we discuss the ways to mitigate luck. All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== App of the Ep: 57 min -Syrinscape Wayland, Warcradle, & WWX : 1 hr 1 min Total Fan Girl: 2 hr 2 min Mulling Mechanics - Luck Mitigation: 2 hr 6 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
We bump into Stuart Mackaness, of Wayland Games & Warcradle Studios, in the donut shop. It quickly turns into a spoiler filled discussion about what we think of Game of Thrones season 7 so far. (ep 1-4)
Lindsey Rode, of Dog Might Games, joins us in the third chair! Up first we learn about Lindsey's origin story: How did she get into the industry and eventually land the sweet Valkyrie gig at Dog Might. Then later the three of us examine how and why gamers like to bling out their games. All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== App of the Ep: 1hr 4 min - Elder Scrolls Legends Lindsey & Dog Might: 1 hr 9 min Total Fan Girl: 1 hr 41 min Blinging Out Your Game: 1 hr 48 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Lindsey Rode, of Dog Might Games, joins us in the third chair as we discuss the recent hit Wonder Woman movie. Caution: Here be Spoilers
Ray Greenley, voice over guy and passonate gamer, joins us in the 3rd chair! Up first Ray gives us insight into how he got into voice over and narrating audio books! Later we take a good look at the game Clank! Can this deck building card game appeal to someone like Craig? All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== App of the Ep: 1hr 19 min - Dice Hunter Recording with Ray: 1 hr 23 min Total Fan Girl: 2 hr 6 min Clank! Review: 2 hr 10 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Ray Greenley, voice over guy and dedicated gamer, joins us in the donut shop. This time around we talk about how travel experiences can inspire ideas your next gaming session.
Mack Martin, games designer & passionate miniature gamer, joins us in the 3rd chair! Up first we learn about the Conan: Rise of Monsters game. What was the games goal and what was unique about the rules and design? Later Mack, Craig, & Russ discuss recent trends in miniature gaming. How do things look in 2017? All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== App of the Ep: 60 min - Monument Valley 2 Conan Rise of Monsters: 1 hr 4 min Total Fan Girl: 1 hr 36 min 2017 Miniature Gaming Trends: 1 hr 44 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Game designer and miniature gamer fanatic Mack Martin joins us in the donut shop to discuss our thoughts on 40k 8th edition now that we've see the full data sheets for factions and played a few more games.
Dean Gilbert, Mr. TORG himself, joins us in the 3rd chair! Up first, Dean brings us up to date with all things Torg, including the new hotness launching this summer: Torg Eternity. Does the new version pack in all the nostalgia while bringing new hotness. And if you don't know what Torg is...no worries, Dean will fill you in. Later, Craig & Russ walk Dean through the new 8th edition of Warhammer 40,000. We've got the box...played it, and we have thoughts! Will it bring about a new 40k revival? All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== App of the Ep: 53 min - E3 2017 Torg Eternity Interview: 60 min Total Fan Girl: 1 hr 56 min Warhammer 40,000 8th Edition 1st impressions: 2 hr Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Dean Gilbert, RPG creator and TORG lover, joins us in the donut shop as we discuss all the time travel shows that seem to be on lately.
Andrzej Probulski, the man behind the amazing terrain at Multiverse Gaming, is in the 3rd chair!! How did he, and Multiverse, get started? And later...The Walking Dead Miniature Game! All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== App of the Ep: 48 min - Old Man's Journey Multiverse Gaming Interview: 51 min Total Fan Girl: 1 hr 29 min The Walking Dead Miniature Game Review 1 hr 34 min Links Discussed in the show: Multiverse Gaming: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
We bump into terrain purveyor Andrzej Probulski of Multiverse Gaming in our favorite donut shop. While there we discuss Guardians of the Galaxy 2 and what we thought of it. Warning: Here Be Spoilers
Ronnie Renton, the man behind Mantic Games, is in the third chair! We chat with Ronnie about he got his start in the industry and what lead to Mantic Games. Later we take a stroll down memory lane with Ronnie and discuss the history of terrain in miniature war gaming. All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== App of the Ep: 50 min - Top RPG's Ronnie & Mantic Games: 56 min Total Fan Girl: 1 hr 37 min Terrain then and Now: 1 hr 41 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Ronnie Renton, of Mantic Games, is spotted in the Dunk'n Donuts at the end of the universe. We ask Ronnie what it's been like working with other folks IP, including The Walking Dead!!
Geoff Engelstein is back in the third chair! Geoff takes a break from instructing the next generation of game designers to let us know what he's been up to including a preview of his latest game, "The Expanse Board Game" based on the SyFy series. Later we review Assault of the Giants, a board game set in the Sword Coast of Dungeons and Dragons. All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep (Ticket To Earth) - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== App of the Ep: 53 min - C.A.T.S. Geoff and The Expanse Board game: 58 min Total Fan Girl: 1 hr 41 min Assault of the Giants: 1 hr 49 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
We run into Prof Geoff Engelstein at Dunk'n Donuts. Turns out when he is not instructing college students on the finer points of game design he's exploring the realm of Virtual Reality. We catch up with him and get his read on the current state of the tech.
Ash Barker, of the Guerrilla Miniature Games YouTube Channel, joins us in the third chair! Up first, we get to know Ash. How did he get into gaming and what was it like starting up and building a YouTube channel dedicated to streaming a wide variety of miniature game battle reports. Later, Craig, Ash and Russ discuss "Miniature Agnostic Games." What is their appeal and why are they so under rated? All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep (Ticket To Earth) - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== App of the Ep: 43 min - Ticket to Earth Guerrilla Miniature Games: 47 min Total Fan Girl: 1 hr 37 min Miniature Agnostic Games: 1 hr 41 min Links Discussed in the show: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network:
Ash Barker of the Guerrilla Miniature Games YouTube channel joins us in "The Dunkin Donuts at the edge of the universe" to discuss how we find time to paint with all our parenting and other duties...
Crstal Pisano, of the Boardgame Bliz Podcast, joins us in the third chair! Up first, What is the origin story of the Boardgame Bliz podcast and what are some of the challenges of starting a podcast in a time when there are so many choices? Later, Craig and Russ got early copies of Fantasy Flight Games new miniature game: Runewars! We preview it and share thoughts with Crystal to see if it can appeal to a board gamer who has never sampled miniature gaming before. All that plus: - Total Fan Girl - Do You Ever Notice - App of the Ep (Game Master 5) - & More If you'd like to discuss the show with us and others in our forum thread: . The following fine organizations help make this show possible: ==Quick Reference== App of the Ep: 1 hr 1 min - Ticket to Earth Boardgame Blitz Origin Story: 1 hr 5 min Total Fan Girl: 1 hr 48 min Runewars Miniature Game Preview: 1 hr 57 min Links Discussed in the show: Giant Killer Robots Kickstarter: Craig's Blog: Russ's Blog: Total Fan Girl Blog: Dice Tower Network: