Summary

In this episode, the host gives an inside look at two characters from The Last Day series:

* Sailor Sarah

* A swashbuckling, pirate-themed superhero inspired by characters like All Might and Jack Sparrow.

* She’s energetic, brash, full of bravado, and surrounded by a mythos of luck and chaos.

* While she insists her victories come from skill, others see her as a walking catastrophe where lucky accidents turn into triumphs.

* Her weaponry includes a sword and revolver pistols, with hints of TK (telekinetic) powers she denies.

* Ruckus

* A chaotic villain, styled like a mix between a metal singer, raver, and pop icon (inspired partly by Kesha and Harley Quinn archetypes).

* Her main power is voice-based mind control — anyone within range of her natural voice is compelled to obey her.

* Her backstory involves a brain chip accident that activated latent TK powers, causing emotional and behavioral chaos.

* In gameplay, her deck includes “Boredom” and “Crash and Burn” cards that force her to skip turns, balancing her otherwise overwhelming charm mechanics.

The episode also touches on the broader world-building of The Last Day, plans for three book releases this year, and the development of card decks for both characters.

Timestamps (approximate)

* 00:00–00:41 → Intro + updates on The Last Day series

* 00:41–04:00 → Origins and design of Sailor Sarah

* 04:00–07:15 → Sarah’s personality, powers, and pirate-themed luck

* 07:15–10:20 → Introduction of Ruckus: a shape-shifting popstar villain

* 10:20–14:00 → Ruckus’s personality, inspirations (Kesha, Harley Quinn, Jem), and aesthetic

* 14:00–18:00 → Ruckus’s backstory, mind control powers, and tragic dimension

* 18:00–21:00 → Card game mechanics, playtesting notes, balancing with “Boredom” and “Crash and Burn” cards

* 21:00–end → Closing thoughts + sign-off

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit xeroforhire.substack.com/subscribe