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What Am I Rolling? episodes

May 26, 2019Bonus: Q&A with James Wallis
Show Notes
To tide us over til our next one-shot, here's a bonus episode where our host and GM Fiona interviews renowned games consultant, designer and writer James Wallis, former head of Hogshead Publishing and director of games consultancy Spaaace.
Whilst James has been involved in numerous game design projects over the years, he is probably best known for co-designing ‘Once Upon A Time’, a competitive story-telling card-game and for ‘The Extraordinary Adventures of Baron Munchausen’, a multi-player storytelling RPG great for parties or for introducing new players to the world of role-playing games!
Timestamps
Intro: 00:00:09
Q&A start: 00:01:29
Outro: 00:44:09
James’ work
Website: JamesWallis.com
Twitter: @JamesWallis
The Game Design Masterclass
Once Upon A Time
The Extraordinary Adventures of Baron Munchausen
Alas Vegas on DriveThruRPG and Indie Press Revolution
Magnum Opus Press on DriveThruRPG
James’ RPG recommendations
Empire of the Petal Throne
Warhammer Fantasy RPG 4th edition
Monsterhearts
Tales of the Arabian Nights Board Game

Credits
The 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast was created, recorded and edited by Fiona Howat.
The WAIR logo was created by Fiona Howat.
Q&A guest was James Wallis, former head of Hogshead Publishing and director of games consultancy Spaaace.
The additional music in this episode was 'Aimless Amos' by Rondo Brothers.
If you want to find out more about the podcast, check out the 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast website: www.WAIRpodcast.com.
Fancy getting in touch? Email the podcast at [email protected].
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48 min
May 19, 2019Episode #31: In Name Only Pt. 4
Show Notes
This week, Fiona is joined by Evelyn, Megan, Issie and Grace for ‘In Name Only’, a name-based fantasy RPG system by Doug Levandowski, Jack Rosetree and Alison Cardinale.
‘In Name Only’’ is a minimalist role-playing system where your real, actual name determines all your skills, abilities, and powers. You can find out more information about ‘In Name Only’ and download a free copy of the ruleset from the ‘In Name Only’ Kickstarter. You can buy the full version on the PNPArcade website.
Timestamps
Intro: 00:00:09
Recap and gameplay overview: 00:01:17
Restart of 'In Name Only' one-shot: 00:02:49
Outro and credits: 01:08:12
Credits
The 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast was created, recorded and edited by Fiona Howat.
The WAIR logo was created by Fiona Howat.
This episode’s players were Evelyn Goodall, Megan Roderick, Issie Fenlon and Grace Potter.
This episode’s RPG was ‘In Name Only’ created by Doug Levandowski, Jack Rosetree and Alison Cardinale. You can find out more information about ‘In Name Only’ and download a free copy of the ruleset from the ‘In Name Only’ Kickstarter. You can buy the full version on the PNPArcade website.
The theme music was '8-bit march' by Twin Musicom (twinmusicom.org), licensed under a Creative Commons 4.0 License.
Additional music in this episode:
‘Magical Forest’ by Sir Cubworth

If you want to find out more about the podcast, check out the 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast website: www.WAIRpodcast.com.
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1 hr 13 min
May 05, 2019Episode #30: In Name Only Pt. 3
Show Notes
This week, Fiona is joined by Evelyn, Megan, Issie and Grace for ‘In Name Only’, a name-based fantasy RPG system by Doug Levandowski, Jack Rosetree and Alison Cardinale.
‘In Name Only’’ is a minimalist role-playing system where your real, actual name determines all your skills, abilities, and powers. You can find out more information about ‘In Name Only’ and download a free copy of the ruleset from the ‘In Name Only’ Kickstarter. You can buy the full version on the PNPArcade website.
Timestamps
Intro: 00:00:09
Recap and gameplay overview: 00:01:17
Restart of 'In Name Only' one-shot: 00:02:49
Outro and credits: 01:03:07
Credits
The 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast was created, recorded and edited by Fiona Howat.
The WAIR logo was created by Fiona Howat.
This episode’s players were Evelyn Goodall, Megan Roderick, Issie Fenlon and Grace Potter.
This episode’s RPG was ‘In Name Only’ created by Doug Levandowski, Jack Rosetree and Alison Cardinale. You can find out more information about ‘In Name Only’ and download a free copy of the ruleset from the ‘In Name Only’ Kickstarter. You can buy the full version on the PNPArcade website.
The theme music was '8-bit march' by Twin Musicom (twinmusicom.org), licensed under a Creative Commons 4.0 License.
Additional music in this episode:
‘Magical Forest’ by Sir Cubworth

If you want to find out more about the podcast, check out the 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast website: www.WAIRpodcast.com.
Fancy getting in touch? Email the podcast at [email protected].
Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram (@WAIR_Podcast) for the latest news on episodes.
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1 hr 8 min
April 21, 2019Episode #29: In Name Only Pt. 2
Show Notes
This week, Fiona is joined by Evelyn, Megan, Issie and Grace for ‘In Name Only’, a name-based fantasy RPG system by Doug Levandowski, Jack Rosetree and Alison Cardinale.
‘In Name Only’’ is a minimalist role-playing system where your real, actual name determines all your skills, abilities, and powers. You can find out more information about ‘In Name Only’ and download a free copy of the ruleset from the ‘In Name Only’ Kickstarter. You can buy the full version on the PNPArcade website.
Timestamps
Intro: 00:00:09
Recap and gameplay overview : 00:01:17
Restart of 'In Name Only' one-shot: 00:02:49
Outro and credits: 00:55:44
Credits
The 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast was created, recorded and edited by Fiona Howat.
The WAIR logo was created by Fiona Howat.
This episode’s players were Evelyn Goodall, Megan Roderick, Issie Fenlon and Grace Potter.
This episode’s RPG was ‘In Name Only’ created by Doug Levandowski, Jack Rosetree and Alison Cardinale. You can find out more information about ‘In Name Only’ and download a free copy of the ruleset from the ‘In Name Only’ Kickstarter. You can buy the full version on the PNPArcade website.
The theme music was '8-bit march' by Twin Musicom (twinmusicom.org), licensed under a Creative Commons 4.0 License.
Additional music in this episode:
‘Magical Forest’ by Sir Cubworth

If you want to find out more about the podcast, check out the 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast website: www.WAIRpodcast.com.
Fancy getting in touch? Email the podcast at [email protected].
Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram (@WAIR_Podcast) for the latest news on episodes.
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1 hr
April 07, 2019Episode #28: In Name Only Pt. 1
Show Notes
This week, Fiona is joined by Evelyn, Megan, Issie and Grace for ‘In Name Only’, a name-based fantasy RPG system by Doug Levandowski, Jack Rosetree and Alison Cardinale.
‘In Name Only’’ is a minimalist role-playing system where your real, actual name determines all your skills, abilities, and powers. You can find out more information about ‘In Name Only’ and download a free copy of the ruleset from the ‘In Name Only’ Kickstarter. You can buy the full version on the PNPArcade website.
Timestamps
Intro: 00:00:09
Gameplay overview: 00:01:13
Start of 'In Name Only' one-shot: 00:03:20
Outro and credits: 00:53:39
Credits
The 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast was created, recorded and edited by Fiona Howat.
The WAIR logo was created by Fiona Howat.
This episode’s players were Evelyn Goodall, Megan Roderick, Issie Fenlon and Grace Potter.
This episode’s RPG was ‘In Name Only’ created by Doug Levandowski, Jack Rosetree and Alison Cardinale. You can find out more information about ‘In Name Only’ and download a free copy of the ruleset from the ‘In Name Only’ Kickstarter. You can buy the full version on the PNPArcade website.
The theme music was '8-bit march' by Twin Musicom (twinmusicom.org), licensed under a Creative Commons 4.0 License.
Additional music in this episode:
‘Magical Forest’ by Sir Cubworth

If you want to find out more about the podcast, check out the 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast website: www.WAIRpodcast.com.
Fancy getting in touch? Email the podcast at [email protected].
Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram (@WAIR_Podcast) for the latest news on episodes.
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58 min
March 24, 2019Bonus: Q&A with S. John Ross of Cumberland Games & Diversions
Show Notes
To tide us over til our next one-shot, here's a bonus episode where our host and GM Fiona interviews renowned game designer S. John Ross, of Cumberland Games & Diversions.
With an illustrious writing career spanning over 30 years, S. John is probably best known for his work ‘Uresia: Grave of Heaven’, an anime-inspired fantasy world setting and ‘RISUS: The Anything RPG’, a rules-light role-playing game for handy spur-of-the-moment one-shots and rapid character creation.
Timestamps
Intro: 00:00:09
Q&A start: 00:01:22
Outro: 00:41:59
S. John’s work
Website: Rolltop Indigo
Twitter: @SJohnRoss
Cumberland Games & Diversions on DriveThruRPG
Cumberland Fontworks
Uresia Maps/Artwork on DeviantArt
S. John’s RPG recommendations
Ghostbusters™ A Frightfully Cheerful Roleplaying Game
Call of Cthulhu RPG
Pendragon RPG
Paranoia RPG

Credits
The 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast was created, recorded and edited by Fiona Howat.
The WAIR logo was created by Fiona Howat.
Q&A guest was S. John Ross of Cumberland Games & Diversions.
The additional music in this episode was 'Aimless Amos' by Rondo Brothers.
If you want to find out more about the podcast, check out the 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast website: www.WAIRpodcast.com.
Fancy getting in touch? Email the podcast at [email protected].
Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram (@WAIR_Podcast) for the latest news on episodes.
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46 min
March 10, 2019Episode #27: Adventure Skeletons Pt. 2
Show Notes
This week, Fiona is joined by Jacob, Andrew, Brandon and Katie for ‘Adventure Skeletons’, a one-page roleplaying game created by game designer Grant Howitt.
'Adventure Skeletons' is available as a ‘pay-what-you-want’ product on the Rowan Rook and Decard website. You can find more information about Grant’s other projects and one-page one-shots on Patreon.
Timestamps
Intro: 00:00:10
Recap and gameplay overview: 00:00:38
Start of 'Adventure Skeletons' one-shot: 00:03:53
Outro and credits: 01:17:06
Credits
The 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast was created, recorded and edited by Fiona Howat.
The WAIR logo was created by Fiona Howat.
This episode’s players were Jacob Vogts, Andrew Folkman, Brandon Trent and Katie Trent.
This episode’s RPG was ‘Adventure Skeletons’ created by Grant Howitt. Adventure Skeletons is available as a pay-what-you-want product on the Rowan Rook and Decard website. You can find more information about Grant’s other projects and one-page oneshots on Patreon.
The theme music was '8-bit march' by Twin Musicom (twinmusicom.org), licensed under a Creative Commons 4.0 License.
Additional music in this episode:
‘Tiptoe out the back’ by Dan Lebowitz

If you want to find out more about the podcast, check out the 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast website: www.WAIRpodcast.com.
Fancy getting in touch? Email the podcast at [email protected].
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1 hr 22 min
February 24, 2019Episode #26: Adventure Skeletons Pt. 1
Show Notes
This week, Fiona is joined by Jacob, Andrew, Brandon and Katie for ‘Adventure Skeletons’, a one-page roleplaying game created by game designer Grant Howitt.
'Adventure Skeletons' is available as a ‘pay-what-you-want’ product on the Rowan Rook and Decard website. You can find more information about Grant’s other projects and one-page one-shots on Patreon.
Timestamps
Intro: 00:00:10
Skeleton creation overview: 00:01:41
Skeleton creation: 00:02:13
Gameplay overview: 00:05:17
Start of 'Adventure Skeletons' one-shot: 00:07:41
Outro and credits: 01:10:05
Credits
The 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast was created, recorded and edited by Fiona Howat.
The WAIR logo was created by Fiona Howat.
This episode’s players were Jacob Vogts, Andrew Folkman, Brandon Trent and Katie Trent.
This episode’s RPG was ‘Adventure Skeletons’ created by Grant Howitt. Adventure Skeletons is available as a pay-what-you-want product on the Rowan Rook and Decard website. You can find more information about Grant’s other projects and one-page oneshots on Patreon.
The theme music was '8-bit march' by Twin Musicom (twinmusicom.org), licensed under a Creative Commons 4.0 License.
Additional music in this episode:
‘Tiptoe out the back’ by Dan Lebowitz

If you want to find out more about the podcast, check out the 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast website: www.WAIRpodcast.com.
Fancy getting in touch? Email the podcast at [email protected].
Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram (@WAIR_Podcast) for the latest news on episodes.
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1 hr 15 min
February 10, 2019Episode #25: The Extraordinary Adventures of Baron Munchausen
Show Notes
This week, Fiona is joined by Richie, Colleen, Claire and Mary for ‘The Extraordinary Adventures of Baron Munchausen’, a multi-player storytelling/role-playing game originally published by Hogshead Publishing.
Based on the stories about Baron Munchausen and created by James Wallis, this game of tall tales and playing roles is perfect for parties and requires no preparation at all! You can find more information about the latest edition of ‘The Extraordinary Adventures of Baron Munchausen’ on the Fantasy Flight Games website.
Timestamps
Intro: 00:00:10
Gameplay overview: 00:01:17
Start of 'The Extraordinary Adventures of Baron Munchausen' one-shot: 00:04:03
Richie’s story #1 ‘How I survived my fall from the Moon to the Earth’: 00:05:14
Claire’s story #1 ‘The time I showed the Empress of Sweden’s bloomers to the town of Dusseldorf: 00:11:18
Colleen’s story #1 ‘How I succeeded in the enterprise of crossbreeding Elephants and Peacocks (and why)’: 00:16:43
Mary’s story #1 ‘How I came to be the principal in the escape of Prince Bonnie Charlie‘: 00:22:20
Fiona’s story #1 ‘The time I discovered the Island of Cheese and how I escaped it’s cannibal inhabitants’: 00:27:50
Richie’s story #2: ‘The sad occasion of my funeral and how it is that I am sitting here right now talking to you’: 00:33:21
Claire’s story #2 ‘How I eradicated the Black Plague from Hamburg in one afternoon: 00:39:24
Colleen’s story #2 ‘How I came to be burned at the stake for witchcraft in Barcelona and how I survived’: 00:40:55
Mary’s story #2 ‘What I did with the arms of the Venus de Milo‘: 00:52:12
Fiona’s story #2 ‘Why I refuse to wear scarlet, eat eggs and ride a horse on a Tuesday‘: 00:58:05
Outro and credits: 01:04:05
Credits
The 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast was created, recorded and edited by Fiona Howat.
The WAIR logo was created by Fiona Howat.
This episode’s players were Richie Cheetham-Gerrard, Colleen Cheetham-Gerrard, Mary Fisher and Claire Elizabeth.
This episode’s RPG was ‘The Extraordinary Adventures of Baron Munchausen’, a multi-player storytelling/role-playing game originally published by Hogshead Publishing. You can find more information about the latest edition of ‘The Extraordinary Adventures of Baron Munchausen’ on the Fantasy Flight Games website.
The theme music was '8-bit march' by Twin Musicom (twinmusicom.org), licensed under a Creative Commons 4.0 License.
Additional music in this episode:
‘The Story Unfolds’ by Jingle Punks

If you want to find out more about the podcast, check out the 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast website: www.WAIRpodcast.com.
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1 hr 9 min
January 27, 2019Episode #24: Pride & Extreme Prejudice Pt. 2
Show Notes
This week, Fiona is joined by Franky, Reshay and Matt for ‘Pride & Extreme Prejudice’, a one-page roleplaying game created by game designer Grant Howitt.
‘Pride & Extreme Prejudice’ is available as a pay-what-you-want product on the Rowan Rook and Decard website. You can find more information about Grant’s other projects and one-shots on Patreon.
Timestamps
Intro: 00:00:10
Recap and gameplay overview: 00:00:37
Start of 'Pride & Extreme Prejudice' one-shot: 00:03:49
Outro and credits: 00:54:42

Credits
The 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast was created, recorded and edited by Fiona Howat.
The WAIR logo was created by Fiona Howat.
This episode’s players were Franky Kempster, Reshay Melvile and Matt Bateman.
This episode’s RPG was ‘Pride & Extreme Prejudice’ created by Grant Howitt. Pride & Extreme Prejudice is available as a pay-what-you-want product on the Rowan Rook and Decard website. You can find more information about Grant’s other projects and oneshots on Patreon.
The theme music was '8-bit march' by Twin Musicom (twinmusicom.org), licensed under a Creative Commons 4.0 License.
The additional music in this episode was ‘English Country Garden’ by Aaron Kenny.
If you want to find out more about the podcast, check out the 'What Am I Rolling?' podcast website: www.WAIRpodcast.com.
Fancy getting in touch? Email the podcast at [email protected].
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58 min