By Jerrod 'Savage Daddy' Gunning
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The hosts discuss Wild West gaming in Savage Worlds. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris Fuchs, and Dustin ‘The Savage Zealot’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Chris Criscione, Arthur Fernandes, Mel Primus, Ruben Rivera Jr, Peter Morson, Andrew Schwilling, Peter Adams, CorwinQ, Greg Grady,...
Min-Maxing. Does Savage Worlds encourage it? Is there a huge advantage to be gained in a system built on exploding dice and bennies. The hosts discuss min-maxing and the metagame. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris Fuchs, and Dustin ‘The Savage Zealot’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds...
The hosts field questions from the viewers, and throw down with some of their own topics in a no holds barred free form smogashboard discussion of topics. Special guest: DM Bobby! Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris Fuchs, Jib, Dustin ‘The Savage Zealot’...
There’s No “I” In Team. The hosts discuss teamwork at the table and how to optimize player characters in support roles. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris Fuchs, and Dustin ‘The Savage Zealot’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Ruben Rivera Jr, Peter Morson, Chris...
The hosts explore narrative combat resolutions that don’t press the pause button on roleplay. We also welcome new Patrons Art Fernandes, Gred Grady, and Mel Primus! Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, and Dustin ‘The Savage Zealot’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Ruben...
The hosts field questions from the viewers and share their own thoughts in a free for all open discussion. Dustin graduates from Intern to full-fledged host and must drop the Savage Intern moniker. The Patreon Name the Intern poll results...
GM Tricks! The Good… the Bad… and the Ugly. The hosts share some of their personal GMing tricks, as well as lessons learned. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris Fuchs, and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Ruben Rivera...
The hosts discuss adapting pop culture and nostalgic roleplaying games of the past. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris Fuchs, and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Ruben Rivera Jr, Peter Morson, Chris Criscione, Andrew Schwilling, Peter Adams, CorwinQ, Charles L Taylor Jr., Chad Berger, Andy...
The hosts explore adapting video games, and gaming influences in Savage Worlds. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Ruben Rivera Jr, Peter Morson, Chris Criscione, Andrew Schwilling, Peter Adams, CorwinQ, Charles L Taylor Jr., Chad Berger, Andy Hall, Daniel Laubersheimer, Jody...
The hosts discuss Savage Worlds as a ‘cinematic’ roleplaying game system. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris Fuchs, and JIB Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Ruben Rivera Jr, Peter Morson, Chris Criscione, Andrew Schwilling, Peter Adams, CorwinQ, Charles L Taylor Jr., Chad Berger, Andy Hall, Daniel Laubersheimer, Jody Conner, Patrick Greenlaw, John Steve Become a...
Savage Daddy has a touch of laryngitis, so the hosts answer questions from viewers of the live stream. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris Fuchs, and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Ruben Rivera Jr, Peter Morson, Chris Criscione, Andrew Schwilling, Peter Adams, CorwinQ, Charles...
The hosts discuss session and campaign prep for Savage Worlds! Hosts:Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, and Chris Fuchs, Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Ruben Rivera Jr, Peter Morson, Chris Criscione, Andrew Schwilling, Peter Adams, CorwinQ, Charles L Taylor Jr., Chad Berger, Andy Hall, Daniel Laubersheimer, Jody Conner, Patrick Greenlaw, John Steve Become a Patron!
The hosts dive into New Core Rules from Flash Gordon, and which changes might make their way into Savage Worlds Black. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Ruben Rivera, and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Ruben Rivera Jr, Peter...
Inspired by a rather lengthy community post about combat, the host discuss new and interesting ways to challenge players and characters at the table. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, and Chris Fuchs, Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Peter Morson, Ruben Rivera, Chris Criscione,...
The hosts explore nonstandard combat and situational rules in Savage Worlds. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris Fuchs, Jib, and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Peter Morson, Ruben Rivera, Chris Criscione, Andrew Schwilling, Peter Adams, CorwinQ, Andy...
Abracadabra. Is magic too weak? What about the No Power Points setting rule? Are powers useful outside combat? The host discuss Savage Worlds powers. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, and Chris Fuchs, Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Peter Morson, Ruben Rivera, Chris Criscione,...
The hosts discuss the virtues of flawed player characters and the positive impact of failure on storytelling. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris Fuchs, and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Peter Morson, Ruben Rivera, Chris Criscione, Andrew...
The hosts get together to break down the Netflix Original Bright, as well as some other savage genre mashing advice. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris Fuchs, and JiB Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Peter Morson, Ruben Rivera, Chris Criscione, Andrew Schwilling,...
Join the hosts for a free for all buffet of topics, discussion, and advice. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris Fuchs, and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Peter Morson, Ruben Rivera, Chris Criscione, Andrew Schwilling, Peter Adams,...
Join the hosts as they say goodbye to 2017 with the annual year end rant. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris Fuchs, and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Peter Morson, Ruben Rivera, Chris Criscione, Andrew Schwilling, Peter...
Scott W joins the hosts to discuss and share their session zero thoughts and personal pre-campaign checklists. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, JiB, Scott W., Chris Fuchs, and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Peter Morson, Ruben Rivera,...
The hosts discuss the player character group leader. Should there be one? Do you need a PC leader in a pirate or modern military game? And what is the Gamemaster’s leadership role? Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, JiB, and Chris Fuchs Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage...
The hosts discuss the impact of magic in your fantasy games and campaign world, and offer some helpful advice for running magic in Savage Worlds. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Ruben...
Homebrews! Have a great idea for your own Savage setting? The hosts lead you through the process using core rules and supplements as well as some sagely advice. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, and David Scott Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Ruben Rivera, Chris...
Evil Campaign anyone? The hosts explore the pitfalls of running a campaign focused on evil player characters. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Ruben Rivera, Chris Criscione, Andrew Schwilling, Peter Adams, CorwinQ,...
Broad Strokes. The hosts discuss expanding existing Savage Worlds rules to fit the narrative and tone of your game. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, Chris Fuchs, and JiB Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community Patrons: Ruben Rivera, Chris Criscione, Andrew Schwilling, Peter Adams, CorwinQ, Andy Hall,...
Science Fiction is a vast genre that spans everything from rayguns and bubble helmets, to cyborgs and psionics… and Savage Worlds does ’em all! The hosts discuss how to utilize the core rules, companions, and licensed settings to get your...
Layers; or is it layering? Are you ready to create more complex encounters, deeper characters, and richer worlds? The hosts get together to discuss adding layers to your game. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris Fuchs, and JiB Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM...
Halloween is nearly upon us! Time to discuss good old fashioned horror and scares in Savage Worlds. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, JiB and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community, The Monster Hunters Club Kickstarter Newest Patrons: Jody Conner and Daniel Laubersheimer
You’re doing it wrong?!? The hosts discuss common GM mistakes with Savage Worlds and provide some tips and tricks on how to avoid them. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, and JiB Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community
Are Savage Worlds characters all the same? The hosts discuss the main archetypes and specialization that set them apart. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris Fuchs, and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community
Savage Worlds campaigns?! Yes, it’s a thing. The hosts discuss how to keep things fresh and interconnected, continuing to challenge the characters and players, advancement, and more… Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, JiB, and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds...
The hosts discuss going beyond pass and fail when rolling the bones! Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, JiB, Scott W., and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community
It’s a dynamic douche episode! Savage Daddy and the Rules Maven discuss when, why, and how to break the rules. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning and David Scott Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community
Inspired by a letter from Jason’s Mom, the hosts discuss the difficult transition many face when switching from Dungeons & Dragons, or Pathfinder, to Savage Worlds… and offer some tips and suggestions. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris ‘Savage Mommy’ Fuchs, and Dustin...
The hosts dive deep on theatrical elements of the hobby, from voice and character acting to theater of the mind versus maps and miniatures. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, and JIB Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community,
The hosts hit the G+ Community and for topics to discuss. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris ‘Savage Mommy’ Fuchs, and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community, Happy Jacks RPG Podcast
The hosts hit the G+ Community for topics to discuss. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris ‘Savage Mommy’ Fuchs, and JIB Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community, Happy Jacks RPG Podcast
The hosts hit the G+ Community for topics to discuss. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris ‘Savage Mommy’ Fuchs, and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community, Happy Jacks RPG Podcast
The hosts run down the 2017 RPGaDay questions from a Savage Worlds point of view. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, and JIB Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community, Happy Jacks RPG Podcast,
The host discuss Savage Worlds oral tradition and the phenomenon as a whole in gaming. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris ‘The Savage Mommy’ Fox, and Dustin Smith: ‘The Savage Intern’. Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community
The Rules! With the popularity of Rifts and the influx of new Savages to the community, the host discuss the most commonly misunderstood or under utilized rules in the book. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, and Dustin ‘The Savage Intern’ Smith Links: Savage Worlds...
The hosts get together to discuss NPCs in Savage Worlds with special guest Gary McCallum of the Wild Die Podcast. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Cameron Faulkenburg, and Gary McCallum Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community, Happy Jacks RPG Podcast, Wild Die Podcast
The hosts explore the vehicle rules in Savage Worlds, and compare vehicle combat with chase rules. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Chris Fuchs, and JIB Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community, Happy Jacks RPG Podcast,
A recent post on the RPG Brewery raises the question, “Are Bennies Too Much?”. Of course, the host have to jump on this topic and discuss it. Sorry, Jamie. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, Scott W., and Dustin Smith: ‘The Savage Intern’. Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage...
GM Burnout! How do you identify it? How do you deal with it? Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, and Dustin Smith: ‘The Savage Intern’. Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community, Happy Jacks RPG Podcast,
Pulp! Fantasy! Sci-Fi! Savage Worlds offers a number of settings for various genres. Is one more overserved than another? Which genres are underserved, or overlooked? The hosts discuss Savage Supers genres. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, David Scott, and JIB Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community,...
One Shots. The hosts discuss designing a one shot as an introduction to campaigns and offer some tips and tricks for designing for both in Savage Worlds. Hosts: Jerrod ‘Savage Daddy’ Gunning, Dustin Smith: The Savage Intern, and JIB Links: Savage Worlds Deluxe, G+Savage Worlds GM Community, Happy Jacks RPG...
It is a free flowing topic smorgasbord of general discussion. In other words, there is no topic tonight. If you have a question or want to throw out topics feel free to watch live and abuse the comment app tonight. Links Savage...
