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- Wild Magic 14 (Full Episode)
Happy end of the year everyone! We are making this episode of Wild Magic free to everybody as a little treat, but you all should sign up for the patreon to get all the other epsiodes and other amazing content!
In this episode we talk about:
Medications
College
Resolutions
Head on over to our Patreon to become a free member today!
44 min - PAX Unplugged 2024 Recap w/ Mac
In this episode of Tabletopped, Mac is back to talk board games as we discuss his take on this year's PAX Unplugged convention.
Key Topics Discussed:
- Winners and losers of PAX Unplugged
- What TTRPGs are under development
- Our takes on the state of the board game industry
Join us as we explore:
- Why the game Firetower has been at PAX 3 years in a row
- Discussing the most popular game at PAX: Unpile
- Analyzing the mid tier board game and new trends
LINKS!
→ Tabletopped's website
→ Patreon
→ Instagram
→ Twitter
Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time!
Theme music by Michelle Poulin
54 min - System Review: Our Haunt
In this episode of Tabletopped, we delve into the haunting world of "Our Haunt," the atmospheric indie TTRPG that's been sending shivers down our spines! Join our seasoned panel of GMs—Nick, Franco, Rio, and Shade—as we dissect whether this game is worth adding to your tabletop collection.
Key Topics Discussed:
- The unique narrative mechanics that make "Our Haunt" stand out from traditional ghost story RPGs
- Our personal experiences running and playing through a one shot
- A deep dive into the game's core relationship-building mechanisms and storytelling approach
Join us as we explore:
- Breaking down the game's innovative paranormal investigation system
- Sharing our most memorable (and terrifying) moments at the table
- Analyzing the delicate balance between player agency and supernatural dread
Whether you're a TTRPG enthusiast looking for your next adventure or a GM seeking to expand your storytelling toolkit, this episode offers candid insights into whether "Our Haunt" deserves a place in your game collection.
LINKS!
→ Tabletopped's website
→ Patreon
→ Instagram
→ Twitter
Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time!
Theme music by Michelle Poulin
1 hr 4 min - Factions: Navigating Factional Intrigue
In this episode of Tabletopped, our hosts talk about running factions in ttrpgs! Can Nick, Rio, and Shadecome up with a unified theory of factions? Or will they split on the best ways to do it?
Join our seasoned panel of GMs—Nick, Franco, Rio, and Shade—as we draw from over 50 years of Game Mastering experience to help you navigate the terrors of deep space gaming.
LINKS!
→ Tabletopped's website
→ Patreon
→ Instagram
→ Twitter
Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time!
Theme music by Michelle Poulin
1 hr 2 min - The D&D History Game Show
In this episode of Tabletopped, Franco's putting our crew through the ultimate D&D knowledge gauntlet! Can Nick, Rio, and Shade survive the brutal interrogation about every edition of our favorite tabletop RPG?
Join our seasoned panel of GMs—Nick, Franco, Rio, and Shade—as we draw from over 50 years of Game Mastering experience to help you navigate the terrors of deep space gaming.
LINKS!
→ Tabletopped's website
→ Patreon
→ Instagram
→ Twitter
Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time!
Theme music by Michelle Poulin
48 min - Wild Magic Episode 13 Preview
Happy Thanksgiving week everyone! Here is a little something to put on to get away from family: November's episode of Wild Magic! It's a good one so buckle up.
In this episode we talk about:
Our Greatest Enemies
Actors
Franco's open table
And so much more!
Head on over to our Patreon to become a free member today!
13 min - The Tabletopped Thanksgiving Telethon Episode
In this episode of Tabletopped, we open the phone lines and chat through some questions we have been talking about! In it we:
- Discuss alternate timeline settings
- Talk through the point of leveling
- Ask ourselves, "What does a GM owe their table?"
Join our seasoned panel of GMs—Nick, Franco, Rio, and Shade—as we draw from over 50 years of Game Mastering experience to help you navigate the terrors of deep space gaming.
Key Topics Discussed:
- Character creation and the four classic archetypes (Teamster, Scientist, Android, Marine)
- Creating tension through environmental storytelling and resource management
- How to balance horror and player agency in your campaigns
Whether you're a veteran GM, or a new listener trying to escape your family on Thanksgiving, this episode offers valuable insights.
LINKS!
→ Tabletopped's website
→ Patreon
→ Instagram
→ Twitter
Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time!
Theme music by Michelle Poulin
53 min - System Review: Mothership
In this episode of Tabletopped, we venture into the dark corridors of sci-fi horror with MOTHERSHIP, the critically acclaimed indie TTRPG! In it we:
- Break down the innovative stress and panic system
- Share our experiences running horrifying space scenarios
- Discuss how to create the perfect atmosphere of cosmic dread
Join our seasoned panel of GMs—Nick, Franco, Rio, and Shade—as we draw from over 50 years of Game Mastering experience to help you navigate the terrors of deep space gaming.
Key Topics Discussed:
- Character creation and the four classic archetypes (Teamster, Scientist, Android, Marine)
- Creating tension through environmental storytelling and resource management
- How to balance horror and player agency in your campaigns
Whether you're a veteran GM looking to add some horror to your sci-fi, or a new Warden hoping to run your first deadly space mission, this episode offers valuable insights to help your crew survive... or die trying.
LINKS!
→ Tabletopped's website
→ Patreon
→ Instagram
→ Twitter
Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time!
Theme music by Michelle Poulin
1 hr 9 min - Narrative, Spotlighting and a talk about Railroads
In this episode of Tabletopped, we get philosophical about story structure! In it we:
- Talk about different story structures
- Get into railroading
- Discuss what kind of stories WE run
Join our seasoned panel of GMs—Nick, Franco, Rio, and Shade—as we draw from over 50 years of Game Mastering experience to demonstrate how you can build your own TTRPG modules and campaigns.
Key Topics Discussed:
- Railroading in D&D
- Story structures
- What stories we have run
Whether you're a veteran GM or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights to enhance your adventure building and elevate your games.
LINKS!
→ Tabletopped's website
→ Patreon
→ Instagram
→ Twitter
Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time!
Theme music by Michelle Poulin
57 min - The People vs D&D 2024
In this episode of Tabletopped, we take the new D&D rules to court! In it we:
- Talk about the biggest changes in the new rules
- Predict future directions WoTC may take D&D
- Debate whether the new rules are worth using
Join our seasoned panel of GMs—Nick, Franco, Rio, and Shade—as we draw from over 50 years of Game Mastering experience to demonstrate how you can build your own TTRPG modules and campaigns.
Key Topics Discussed:
- The biggest changes in the rules
- D&D 2024's combat system
- Our hopes and fears for the future of D&D
Whether you're a veteran GM or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights to enhance your adventure building and elevate your games.
LINKS!
→ Tabletopped's website
→ Patreon
→ Instagram
→ Twitter
Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time!
Theme music by Michelle Poulin
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About Tabletopped
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Welcome game masters! Each week Nick Perron dives deep into the art of running role-playing games with guests experts to get tips for everyone from first-time players to seasoned veterans. Join us to…
find out what makes a great story and an even greater campaign!
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