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State of Play from 2023-11-08T07:00

The usual Frankenstein's Monster of wide ranging observation, reflection, call ins and responses related to our wonderfully diverse gaming hobby.

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OSR October from 2023-10-13T18:22:33

The perfect excuse to dust off my old TJ Drenon/Logan Howard theme song, ramble through JV West's GOZR role-playing game and respond to some well timed call in's from old friends. Please...

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458 Curse of Strand 12 from 2022-04-18T15:44:21

We join our heroes as they battle to save the Winery from it's noxious intruders. Big thanks to DM Rikki, RFED and the Young Fella for making the magic happen. Music was written and performed by Fr...

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457 Curse of Strahd 11 from 2022-04-14T09:57:38

We join our heroes as it's all kicked off. Big thanks to DM Rikki, RFED and the Young Fella for making the magic happen. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express ...

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456 A Tale of Basic Fantasy RPG from 2022-04-12T08:21:19

I talk about my thoughts on starting a campaign using Chris Gonnermans super accessible 'Basic Fantasy Role-Playing Game'. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his expres...

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455 Eldritch Tales from 2022-04-09T10:05:47

Overview of Eldritch Tales - Lovecraftian White Box Role-playing by Joseph Salvador of Raven God Games. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Col...

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454 Tomb of the Serpent Kings Review from 2022-04-08T07:28:33

Talking about my experience of running Tomb of the Serpent Kings, by Skerples, art by Scrap Princess. Be warned that this episode does contain spoilers. Music was written and performed b...

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453 Into the Pit from 2022-04-07T05:24:34

What have I been upto in my gaming hobby, Kahoot quiz experiment, gaming with Google, Beowulf, Ravenloft actual play, cognitive science and book reviews? Big thanks to Spencer (Keep off the Borderl...

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452 Osseous RPG from 2022-04-06T08:56:47

Originally published as 304 - in this episode I welcome Spencer Game into the pit.  We discuss his game, Osseous, create a character and enjoy a brief light hearted example of play.  H...

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451 Curse of Strahd 10 from 2022-04-05T06:52:57

We join our heroes as they head toward the Wizards of Wine Winery (www.www.com) and things hot up. Big thanks to DM Rikki, RFED and the Young Fella for making the magic happen. Music was written an...

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450 Colin and Frank Talk About Stuff 1 from 2022-04-04T08:39:18

I delve way back int the archives to unearth a little gem, a lovely chat with Frank Turfler, listen to part 2 on the excellent Frank T's Liner Notes originally published DEC 17 2018 --- Send in ...

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449 Knave RPG from 2022-04-03T08:46:26

Knave RPG by Ben Milton, a rules walkthrough. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. Enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikep...

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448 A history of the AD&D 1e Dungeon Master's Guide from 2022-04-02T15:17:58

Spikepit reading the history of this product as researched and written by Shannon Appelcline, the editor-in-chief of RPGnet and the author of Designers & Dragons - a history of the roleplaying indu...

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447 Keeping it real!!! from 2022-04-01T16:25:54

Spring is in the air - the new generation rises. Happy Easter folks. Watch this space :-) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit/message

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446 Curse of Strahd 9 (COVID edition) from 2022-03-30T16:22:26

We join our heroes as they meet some mysterious refugees fleeing persecution. Sorry no intro for this COVID edition. Big thanks to DM Rikki, RFED and the Young Fella for making the magic happen. Mu...

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044 Ten Sessions, Ten Levels, Ten Years from 2022-03-22T19:32:12

Knave, 10x10x10, Hextalk (Previously Archived) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit/message

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445 Curse of Strahd 8 from 2022-03-20T08:02:04

Big thanks to BJ (the Arcane Alienist) for his encouragement, aslo DM Rikki, RFED and the Young Fella for making the magic happen. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with hi...

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448 Curse of Strahd 8 from 2022-03-20T08:02:04

Big thanks to BJ (the Arcane Alienist) for his encouragement, aslo DM Rikki, RFED and the Young Fella for making the magic happen. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with hi...

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444 Curse of Strahd 7 from 2022-03-13T10:11:16

Big thanks to DM Rikki, RFED and the Young Fella for making the magic happen. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. Enjoy --- Send in a voice me...

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443 Pellam's Nuggets Live from Cockatrice Wasteland from 2022-03-09T19:28:41

An episode for RPG fans old and new. Responding to recent episodes with some great ideas, we have my buddies, Arlen Walker (Live from Pellam's Wasteland) and Rich Fraser (Cockatrice Nuggets). Thank...

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442 Curse of Strahd 6 from 2022-03-06T08:06:35

The plot thickens as our heroes discover more about Strahd's creepy realm. Big thanks to the Mysterious Cody M for his vote of confidence, and as always DM Rikki, RFED and the Young Fella for makin...

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441 Old Meets New from 2022-03-02T17:29:45

A mash up of previously archived content combined with new call's in this episode. Big thanks to the Pit Crew and callers who support my efforts with their contributions --- Send in a voice mess...

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440 Curse of Strahd 5 from 2022-02-27T11:20:27

Something creepy going on in Barovia, surely not! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit/message

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040 Play Report Stay Frosty RPG, Aquarius 1 from 2022-02-23T18:17:20

Bringing Stay Frosty out of the deep freeze, classic call ins from some old friends. We also enjoy a new call in from ol' buddy Rich Fraser (Cockatrice Nuggets). Enjoy --- Send in a voice messag...

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040 Play Report Stay Frosty RPG, Aquarius 1 (Archived) from 2022-02-23T18:17:20

Bringing Stay Frosty out of the deep freeze, classic call ins from some old friends. We also enjoy a new call in from ol' buddy Rich Fraser (Cockatrice Nuggets). Enjoy --- Send in a voice messag...

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439 Curse of Strahd 4 from 2022-02-19T09:55:20

In this concluding installment, we join our intrepid adventurers as they stand outside the undertakers answering questions from a diligent member of the town watch. Big thanks to DM Rikki, RFED,the...

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039 Review of 'The Monster Alphabet' by Goodman Games from 2022-02-16T16:30:11

Retrieved from the stacks for re-release, one of my first product reviews. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit/message

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438 Curse of Strahd 3 from 2022-02-13T10:56:19

We join our intrepid heroes as they head to investigate what's afoot at the undertakers. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit/message

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038 Spells, Traps, Domains and more... from 2022-02-09T06:34:36

Previously hidden away in the archives, this 28/09/2018 episode gets wheeled back into the light. Music written and performed by Frank Clark is used with his express permission. --- Send in a vo...

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437 Curse of Strahd 2 from 2022-02-05T21:46:11

The adventure continues with some "Curse of Strahd" DnD home game action. Big thanks to DM Rikki, RFED and "The Boy". --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit/message

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037 Random Encounters and Mob Rules from 2022-02-04T21:28:52

Delving back into the archives for this re-release from 2018. In addition, responding to the mob rules topic, I share a helpful new call in from my buddy, John Large. The music written and performe...

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036 Goliath Hunting Party from 2022-02-02T18:00:13

Delving into the archives to bring you a blast from the past. Listen out for some ol' friends we haven't heard from in a while. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit/message

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436 Curse of Strahd 1 from 2022-01-30T07:37:34

Picking up on some "Curse of Strahd" DnD home game action. Big thanks to DM Rikki, RFED and "The Boy". --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit/message

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436 Strahd Sessions 1 from 2022-01-30T07:37:34

Picking up on some "Curse of Strahd" DnD home game action. Big thanks to DM Rikki, RFED and "The Boy".

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435 The GMologist Sessions P4 from 2022-01-23T07:49:23

Big thanks to Karl. Edited by BOO. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit/message

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434 The GMologist Sessions P3 from 2022-01-16T11:14:10

Big thanks to Karl, Jason and Che. Music was written and recorded by Frank Clark, and is used with his express permission. Interview edited by BOO. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm...

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433 The GMologist Sessions P2 from 2022-01-09T13:12:17

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432 The GMologist Sessions from 2022-01-01T08:48:05

A laid back chat with Karl Rodriguez of "The GMologist Presents". Call ins from the man himself as well as Pit Crew buddies Che Webster (Roleplay  Rescue) and Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Ca...

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431 Ho ho ho! from 2021-12-19T11:39:10

Seasonal update. Big thanks to "Pit Crew" callers Jason and Karl. Enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit/message

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431 Grab Bag Goodness!!! from 2021-12-19T11:39:10

Spikepit training update, Splintered Kingdom, Blinded by the Light, DIY nightmares and more. Big thanks to "Pit Crew" callers Jason and Karl. Enjoy.training

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430 Fireside Chat from 2021-11-14T21:29:31

All sorts of random ramblings from the pit, including "Beyond the Wall RPG" and Shrewsbury during the Norman conquest of England, in this fireside chat episode. Big thanks to my podcasting buddi...

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429 Splintered Kingdom from 2021-10-30T16:07:59

News from Spikepit, English History a book recommendation and more...with call ins from my buddies Jason and Karl. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, ...

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428 Don't split the party!!! from 2021-10-09T13:17:48

Big thanks to our awesome callers Joe (Hindsightless), Che (Roleplay Rescue), Barney (Loco Ludus) and representing the NZ Pitcrew it's Yvon. My podcast recommendation was "Designed for Life - In co...

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427 The House of Hell from 2021-09-06T06:47:54

Spikepit reads from Steve Jackson's Fighting Fantasy Gamebook "The House of Hell". If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please c...

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427 The House of Hell (Fighting Fantasy) from 2021-09-06T06:47:54

Spikepit reads from Steve Jackson's Fighting Fantasy Gamebook "The House of Hell". If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please c...

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426 City of Thieves from 2021-09-05T08:25:25

Spikepit reads from Ian Livingstone's Fighting Fantasy Gamebook City of Thieves. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please con...

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426 City of Thieves (Fighting Fantasy) from 2021-09-05T08:25:25

Spikepit reads from Ian Livingstone's Fighting Fantasy Gamebook City of Thieves. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please con...

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425 Into the Pit from 2021-09-04T17:01:40

An into the pit update. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.pat...

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424 Deathtrap Dungeon from 2021-09-03T05:22:40

Spikepit reads from Ian Livingstone's Fighting Fantasy Gamebook, Deathtrap Dungeon. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please ...

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424 Deathtrap Dungeon (Fighting Fantasy Reading) from 2021-09-03T05:22:40

Spikepit reads from Ian Livingstone's Fighting Fantasy Gamebook, Deathtrap Dungeon. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please ...

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423 The Citadel of Chaos from 2021-09-02T05:50:41

Spikepit reads from Steve Jackson's Fighting Fantasy Gamebook Citadel of Chaos. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please cons...

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423 The Citadel of Chaos (Fighting Fantasy Reading) from 2021-09-02T05:50:41

Spikepit reads from Steve Jackson's Fighting Fantasy Gamebook Citadel of Chaos. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please cons...

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422 The Warlock of Firetop Mountain from 2021-09-01T05:51:44

Spikepit reading from The Warlock of Firetop Mountain, a Fighting Fantasy Gamebook, by Steve Jackson and Ian Livingstone. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, plea...

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422 The Warlock of Firetop Mountain (Fighting Fantasy Reading) from 2021-09-01T05:51:44

Spikepit reading from The Warlock of Firetop Mountain, a Fighting Fantasy Gamebook, by Steve Jackson and Ian Livingstone. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, plea...

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421 Thank from 2021-08-31T08:32:12

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420 Mention from 2021-08-30T14:44:27

An honourable mention for a lesser discussed game. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the ...

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419 System from 2021-08-29T15:48:56

We don't need no stinking hit dice! If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at htt...

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418 Solo from 2021-08-28T07:27:06

Ian Livingstone's Forest of Doom, my introduction to the world of solo adventure games, and my very first Fighting Fantasy book. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episod...

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417 Fraction from 2021-08-27T16:16:05

Ready the pitchforks, a contentious fraction comes under scrutiny. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining ...

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416 Theory from 2021-08-26T18:11:12

Talking RPG's cubed or "Boxology" also known as "Box Theory" depending on your sources. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Ple...

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415 Welcome from 2021-08-25T19:35:38

Welcome praise, welcome opportunity and welcome developments. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the r...

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414 Translate from 2021-08-24T16:22:41

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413 Memory from 2021-08-23T14:33:27

Character memories and emergent background. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Cre...

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412 Substitute from 2021-08-22T16:50:29

Taking the hit Barney & Hench. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://...

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411 Simplicity from 2021-08-21T17:16:46

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410 Foundation from 2021-08-20T14:42:57

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409 Theme from 2021-08-19T19:41:40

Picking up on theme trap. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.p...

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408 Write from 2021-08-18T20:05:17

How to write adventure modules that don't suck by Goodman Games. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining th...

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407 Trap from 2021-08-17T17:45:37

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406 Move from 2021-08-16T10:55:41

Tales from Bodmin Moor. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.pat...

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405 Supplement from 2021-08-15T10:50:13

Talking about use of RPG supplements.
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404 Safe from 2021-08-14T10:07:21

Talk of sea rescue in RPG. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www....

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403 Flood from 2021-08-13T16:26:21

Talk of Deep Carbon Observatory. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https:...

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402 Think from 2021-08-12T18:19:44

Talk of collaborative fiction. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://...

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401 Wilderness from 2021-08-11T16:04:32

Talk of Perilous Wilds. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.pat...

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400 Trust from 2021-08-10T20:11:48

Trusting the listener to call in. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https...

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399 Medium Role from 2021-08-10T07:07:31

Talk of the podcast medium, also player roles. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit ...

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398 Stream from 2021-08-08T18:39:38

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397 Small from 2021-08-07T18:14:57

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396 Flavour from 2021-08-06T19:49:47

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395 Throne from 2021-08-05T15:31:19

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394 Weapon from 2021-08-04T14:24:23

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393 Tactics from 2021-08-03T11:50:23

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392 Maps from 2021-08-02T11:51:55

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391 Scenario from 2021-08-01T19:25:55

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389 Boardgame Brothers - The Beginnings from 2021-07-29T06:45:34

In this remix episode I chat with my brother RFED about our fond memories of childhood, starting out and growing up in this awesome hobby that we all share. Music was written and recorded by Frank ...

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383 Whaaat... getting rid of game book!!! from 2021-07-27T05:55:31

A BOXING UP recording........Whaaaaaaat!! The game books I'm getting rid of and my reflections. Big thanks to Che Webster (Roleplay Rescue) for his call in contribution. Music was written and recor...

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383 Clearing the Decks from 2021-07-27T05:55:31

A BOXING UP recording........Whaaaaaaat!! Big thanks to Che Webster (Roleplay Rescue) for his call in contribution. Music was written and recorded by Frank Clark and is used with his express permis...

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388 Roll for Shoes! from 2021-07-26T11:59:03

Reading Roll for Shoes, a Micro RPG by D.Weird



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387 Lazy DM Prep from 2021-07-25T12:15:41

Prompted by John and Hanna's recent discussion on Red Dice Diaries I thought I'd remix my Lazy DM episodes. Music was written and recorded by Frank Clark and is used with his express per...

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386 You're a Rule Zero Tyrant! from 2021-07-23T17:40:58

In this remix Spikepit is letting off steam in relation to rule zero tyranny. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss supporting the s...

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385 Problems with Community from 2021-07-21T21:34:56

I'm joined by my buddies in this collaborative episode discussing community. A huge thanks to Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Cast), Joe Richter (Hindsightless & Weal or Woe), Spencer Game (Keep...

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384 TavernSpike with Erik Tenkar (remix) from 2021-07-09T17:02:15

A walk down memory lane, back to 2018 with Erik Tenkar. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit/message

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384 Retread Remix TavernSpike with Erik Tenkar from 2021-07-09T17:02:15

A walk down memory lane, back to 2018 with Erik Tenkar.



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381 Hey Look! A Dungeons and Dragons ride - Old School meets 5e in the Westernlands. from 2021-06-11T12:02:45

"Wow neat!" or "Give me a break!" Scratching the "Old School" itch. Spikepit ponders ideas for addressing some pressing DMing projects. Music was written and recorded by Frank Clark and is used ...

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380 Procedural Play Proposition from 2021-06-08T20:43:28

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380 Into the Pit - Procedural Proposition from 2021-06-08T20:43:28

Big thanks to Spencer, Jason and BJ.



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379 Into the Pit - Dice Schwing! from 2021-06-03T06:39:28

Discussing dice swing in games, and how we often seem to read beyond the binary nature of pass fail rolls. Confused?...you will be...Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used wi...

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379 Into the Pit - Schwing! from 2021-06-03T06:39:28

"Tortured Heart" written and performed by Frank Clark, is used with his kind permission as the opening and closing theme of this episode.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit...

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378 They cried More! More! MORE!!! from 2021-06-01T15:21:55

Drive by episode, challenging the popularity of borrowed opinion (hot take), mail merged address labels for organising information, Jamie and the Magic Torch and much more, more more!!! Music wa...

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378 Drive By - They cried More! More! MORE!!! from 2021-06-01T15:21:55

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377 Drive by - You have been assimilated! from 2021-05-27T20:30:42

F bomb episode - Spikepit is questioning things again.



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376 Drive by from 2021-05-24T16:00:02

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375 Into the Pit - Procedure at Play from 2021-05-16T11:51:21

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375 Procedure at Play from 2021-05-16T11:51:21

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375 Spikepit - Procedure at play from 2021-05-16T11:51:21

Notes? not yet.



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374 Spikepit Drive By from 2021-05-04T06:48:28

Thoughtful call ins from, Lieren and Che. Please enjoy.

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363 Out of the Pit - What's DnD all about - Thoughts from Designers from 2021-04-30T15:17:29

NEW!! video project over at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBiIGnQtLfBfYm89BLhAFA


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363 What's DnD all about? - Thoughts from Designers from 2021-04-30T15:17:29

NEW!! video project over at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBiIGnQtLfBfYm89BLhAFA Spikepit combines thoughts from Dungeons and Dragons designers old and new, in this look back at the world's ...

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373 Spikepit Drive By from 2021-04-29T20:32:43

Big thanks to Logan, Andy and Rob for the magnificent call ins. Please do enjoy.



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372 Drive By - Politics or not? from 2021-04-27T09:30:39

Great call ins from Free Thrall, Happy Whisk and Lonely Adventurer

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371 Drive by - GAME OVER MAN!!! from 2021-04-26T07:00:01

Spikepit RPG Podcast is no more....called in contributions from Happy Whisk, Joe (Hindsightless) and Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast)
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361 Out of the Pit - Once Upon a Time in the Midwest from 2021-04-22T16:53:06

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361 Once Upon a Time in the Midwest from 2021-04-22T16:53:06

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370 Into the Pit - Rulings not Rules? from 2021-04-21T17:11:18

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369 Into the Pit - O5R Hacking DnD from 2021-04-13T06:11:54

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369 O5R Hacking DnD from 2021-04-13T06:11:54

NEW!! video project over at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBiIGnQtLfBfYm89BLhAFA  Spikepit presents a raft of thoughts and ideas for hacking DnD. Big thanks to BJ (Arcane Alienist) and ...

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365 Out of the Pit - Hacking DnD from 2021-04-06T16:38:09

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365 Hacking DnD from 2021-04-06T16:38:09

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364 Using D&D Ability Scores from 2021-03-28T11:36:55

NEW!! video project over at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBiIGnQtLfBfYm89BLhAFA Originally recorded 10/03/2021 and shelved. This episode is now released in response to listener feedback. If we...

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366 Into the Pit - Abusing Your Books from 2021-03-19T12:55:27

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366 Abusing Your Books from 2021-03-19T12:55:27

NEW!! video project over at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBiIGnQtLfBfYm89BLhAFA Spikepit responds to listener feedback in this episode loosely themed around serial book abuse. Music was wri...

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365F O5R Apology and Spikehack Progess from 2021-03-17T15:34:06

Fleeting episode - An apology, explanation and project update (available for 1 week)

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360 Into the Pit - Spikepit Schooled Again from 2021-03-05T06:00

All the call ins all the time. Big thanks to, TJ, James, Arlen, Menion, Ivy, and our mystery caller. If you have any comments, questions, or concerns regarding this episode please post them in t...

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358 Into the Pit - Enemy (not) at the Gates 1.1 from 2021-02-27T06:00

Listener feedback on recent episodes, in particular "DM Tips" I also ponder my hobby plans. Big thanks to John Large (Red Dice Diaries), Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Cast), Joe Richter (Hi...

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358 Enemy (not) at the Gates 1.1 from 2021-02-27T06:00

Listener feedback on recent episodes, in particular "DM Tips" I also ponder my hobby plans. Big thanks to John Large (Red Dice Diaries), Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Cast), Joe Richter (Hi...

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359 Out of the Pit - What is the OSR from 2021-02-26T05:22:40

It's 2021 I'm passionate about talking and running role-playing games, let's pose the question "What is the OSR?" Blame Erik Tenkar and his Tavern Chat podcast for this "Into the Pit" episode. If y...

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359 What is the OSR? (YouTube episode) from 2021-02-26T05:22:40

It's 2021 I'm passionate about talking and running role-playing games, let's pose the question "What is the OSR?" Blame Erik Tenkar and his Tavern Chat podcast for this "Into the Pit" episode. <...

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357 Into the Pit - River Adventures (Retread Remix) from 2021-02-19T08:03:42

A meandering journey, discussing rivers in RPG's. Originally released as separate episodes "Retread Remix"  draws together content from the back catalogue, which now resides in the Spikepit archive...

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357 River Adventures from 2021-02-19T08:03:42

A meandering journey, discussing rivers in RPG's. Originally released as separate episodes "Retread Remix"  draws together content from the back catalogue, which now resides in the Spikepit...

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357 River Adventures (remix) from 2021-02-19T08:03:42

A meandering journey, discussing rivers in RPG's. Originally released as separate episodes "Retread Remix"  draws together content from the back catalogue, which now resides in the Spikepit archive...

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357 Retread Remix - River Adventures from 2021-02-19T08:03:42

A meandering journey, discussing rivers in RPG's. Originally released as separate episodes "Retread Remix"  draws together content from the back catalogue, which now resides in the Spikepit archive...

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356 Out of the Pit - A Further Five Favourite DM Tips to win DnD!!! from 2021-02-15T11:43:19

Five further game winning DM tips for Dungeons and Dragons (also applicable to other games which may involve bad wrong fun) If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this ...

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356 A Further Five Favourite DM Tips to win DnD!!! from 2021-02-15T11:43:19

Five further game winning DM tips for Dungeons and Dragons (also applicable to other games which may involve bad wrong fun). If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode...

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355 MonkeyBlood Midderlands & More (Retread Remix) from 2021-02-12T12:00:16

A wealth of Midderlands goodness; discussion around inspirational influences, compatible systems, particularly appropriate adventures,  collaboration (John Large of Red Dice Diaries) and mu...

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355 MonkeyBlood Midderlands & More from 2021-02-12T12:00:16

A wealth of Midderlands goodness; discussion around inspirational influences, compatible systems, particularly appropriate adventures,  collaboration (John Large of Red Dice Diaries) and mu...

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355 MonkeyBlood Midderlands & More (remix) from 2021-02-12T12:00:16

A wealth of Midderlands goodness; discussion around inspirational influences, compatible systems, particularly appropriate adventures,  collaboration (John Large of Red Dice Diaries) and much more....

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355 Retread Remix - MonkeyBlood Midderlands & More from 2021-02-12T12:00:16

A wealth of Midderlands goodness; discussion around inspirational influences, compatible systems, particularly appropriate adventures,  collaboration (John Large of Red Dice Diaries) and much more....

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354 Wormskin and the Dolmenwood (Retread Remix) from 2021-02-11T15:58:13

Featuring Gavin Norman's Dolmenwood setting, including readings of as yet unpublished material .  Originally released as two separate episodes "Retread Remix"  draws together content f...

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354 Wormskin and the Dolmenwood from 2021-02-11T15:58:13

Featuring Gavin Norman's Dolmenwood setting, including readings of as yet unpublished material .  Originally released as two separate episodes "Retread Remix"  draws together content f...

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354 Wormskin and the Dolmenwood (remix) from 2021-02-11T15:58:13

Featuring Gavin Norman's Dolmenwood setting, including readings of as yet unpublished material .  Originally released as two separate episodes "Retread Remix"  draws together content from the back ...

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354 Retread Remix - Wormskin and the Dolmenwood from 2021-02-11T15:58:13

Featuring Gavin Norman's Dolmenwood setting, including readings of as yet unpublished material .  Originally released as two separate episodes "Retread Remix"  draws together content from the back ...

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353 Into the Pit - How do you compare to a goldfish? from 2021-02-09T09:45

In this episode I pose that classic question, how do you compare to a goldfish? Also, do you enjoy bad wrong fun, jumping around the alphabet and getting tied up in your PbtA's? Also, feedback r...

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352 From the Pit - Five More Favourite DM Tips to Win DnD!!! from 2021-01-31T12:40:42

Five more game winning DM tips for Dungeons and Dragons (also applicable to other games which may involve bad wrong fun) If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this epi...

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352 Five More Favourite DM Tips to Win DnD!!! from 2021-01-31T12:40:42

Five more game winning DM tips for Dungeons and Dragons (also applicable to other games which may involve bad wrong fun). If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, p...

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351 Into the Pit - NZ Rulz from 2021-01-27T17:53:44

Dedicated to my buddies from the future, this show is all NZ all the time....well apart from me, but I think I may have been a Kiwi in a previous life. Big thanks to Julz (Jewels from NZ) and Yvon....

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350 Into the Pit - A defining moment from 2021-01-22T14:13:48

A defining moment, future plans, clarifying gatekeeping, running house rules at cons and more. Big thanks to Shane, Che, Jason and Barney.

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349 Into the Pit - Deeper Games? from 2021-01-17T07:07

Is the long game a deep game? Great call ins from Andy Goodman (Expedition to the Grizzly Peaks, Grizzly Peaks Radio) and Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast)

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348 Warm and Fuzzy Gaming Nostalgia from 2021-01-09T06:53:01

Remixed compilation of archived episodes . Discussion of using Anchor, nostalgia, Dungeons and Dragons, Warhammer, Star Wars and accents from Mary Poppins. If you have any questions comments or ...

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348 Into the Pit - Nostalgia (Retread Remix) from 2021-01-09T06:53:01

Remixed compilation of archived episodes . Discussion of using Anchor, nostalgia, Dungeons and Dragons, Warhammer, Star Wars and accents from Mary Poppins

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348 Nostalgia (remix) from 2021-01-09T06:53:01

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348 Retread Remix - Nostalgia from 2021-01-09T06:53:01

Remixed compilation of archived episodes . Discussion of using Anchor, nostalgia, Dungeons and Dragons, Warhammer, Star Wars and accents from Mary Poppins

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347 From the Pit - Five Favourite DM Tips to win DnD!!! from 2021-01-03T13:03:22

Five winning DM tips for Dungeons and Dragons (also applicable to other lesser games)

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347 Five Favourite DM Tips to win DnD!!! from 2021-01-03T13:03:22

Five winning DM tips for Dungeons and Dragons (also applicable to other lesser games). If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, Listen

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346 Drive By - BrikWars from 2020-12-17T13:07:34

Christmas is coming. Family gaming, dice, Lego, maps, design and utility. I'm ignoring the famous advice and crossing the streams.

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345 Into the Pit - Do you fear your game? from 2020-12-12T11:26:17

Che Webster of Roleplay Rescue kindly called in with some great reflection on recent topics, expanding the discussion about long term campaign play, player collaboration and inspiration for adve...

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344 Into the Pit - Progression, Regression and Long Term Play from 2020-12-06T14:58:09

Barney of Loco Ludus kindly called in with some great reflection on recent topics, expanding the discussion about long term campaign play, character progression and developing adventures.  ...

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343 The Fun of Family Gaming from 2020-11-25T08:02:47

Spikepit and callers talk about how RPG's like Dungeons and Dragons are great with the family.  Originally released as a series of episodes in July 2018 this "Retread Remix"  draws tog...

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343 Into the Pit - Family Gaming (Retread Remix) from 2020-11-25T08:02:47

Spikepit and callers talk about how RPG's like Dungeons and Dragons are great with the family.  Originally released as a series of episodes in July 2018 this "Retread Remix"  draws together content...

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343 Family Gaming (remix) from 2020-11-25T08:02:47

Spikepit and callers talk about how RPG's like Dungeons and Dragons are great with the family.  Originally released as a series of episodes in July 2018 this "Retread Remix"  draws together content...

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343 Retread Remix - Family Gaming from 2020-11-25T08:02:47

Spikepit and callers talk about how RPG's like Dungeons and Dragons are great with the family.  Originally released as a series of episodes in July 2018 this "Retread Remix"  draws together content...

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342 Drive By - A real life urban crawl from 2020-11-18T16:28:19

An urban crawl down memory lane, with some personal recollections and reflection.

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341 Into the Pit - A lot to upack from 2020-11-17T14:54:31

Grappling with the topic of replay value and mashing up ideas.

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340 Into the Pit - Recent Topic Round Up from 2020-11-13T11:35:43

RPG discussion revolving around my responses to some great call ins inspired by recent topics.  Many thanks to Joe Salvador and fellow podcasters  Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Cast) Joe Richt...

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339 Into the Pit - Are experience point systems rubbish? from 2020-11-12T18:39:13

Long term RPG play and progression. Awesome contributions from John Large (Red Dice Diaries) and Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Cast)

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338 Into the Pit - Fuelling Your Imagination from 2020-11-12T09:26

So maybe DnD is boring? Awesome call ins from John Large (Red Dice Diaries), Joe Richter (Hindsightless, Weal or Woe) Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Cast)

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337 Drive By - Dungeons and Dragons 5E is boring!!! from 2020-11-11T14:33:56

Yep that’s right.

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337 DnD 5E is boring!!! from 2020-11-11T14:33:56

Yep that’s right...that's what I was told, it must be true. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.c...

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336 Drive By - Middle Earth in my DnD Realms? from 2020-11-10T13:42

Yep, me again mashing up RPG stuff. Who doesn't want to have their cake and eat it?

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335 Into the Pit - Wargaming and RPG's from 2020-11-06T15:46:39

Spikepit is taking time to ponder wargaming and RPG's.  Many thanks to fellow podcasters Che Webster (Roleplay Rescue) Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Cast)  and Joe Richter (Hindsi...

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333 Pit Stop - There and Back Again, a Hobbit RPG from 2020-11-02T16:24:20

Spikepit is taking time for a closer look at the "There and Back Again"  RPG by Ray Otus.  This episode draws together content from the back catalogue, as well as from some previously unreleased ac...

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332 Into the Pit - Creativity in DnD and other RPG's (Retread Remix) from 2020-10-30T10:37:48

Spikepit and callers talk about RPG's like Dungeons and Dragons and the creativity surrounding them.  Originally released as a series of episodes in July 2018 this "Retread Remix" draws together co...

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331 Dragon Rampant Miniatures Rules from 2020-10-28T13:50:54

Super flexible miniatures wargame by Osprey Games, an affordable option to GW's Warhammer Fantasy Battle. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me...

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331 Drive By - Dragon Rampant from 2020-10-28T13:50:54

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331 Dragon Rampant from 2020-10-28T13:50:54

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330 Seeing in the Dark (Discussing infra vision) from 2020-10-26T18:26:57

In this remix Spikepit and callers talk about how fantasy RPG's like Dungeons and Dragons deal with seeing in the dark.  Originally released as a series of episodes in July 2018 this "Retre...

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330 Into the Pit - Seeing in the Dark (Retread Remix) from 2020-10-26T18:26:57

Spikepit and callers talk about how fantasy RPG's like Dungeons and Dragons deal with seeing in the dark.  Originally released as a series of episodes in J...

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330 Seeing in the Dark from 2020-10-26T18:26:57

In this remix Spikepit and callers talk about how fantasy RPG's like Dungeons and Dragons deal with seeing in the dark.  Originally released as a series of episodes in July 2018 this "Retread Remix...

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330 Retread Remix - Seeing in the Dark from 2020-10-26T18:26:57

Spikepit and callers talk about how fantasy RPG's like Dungeons and Dragons deal with seeing in the dark.  Originally released as a series of episodes in July 2018 this "Retread Remix"  draws toget...

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308 Into the Pit Osseous and Playtesting from 2020-10-26T16:28:28

Awesome call ins from Arlen, Barney, Rob and Jason. Pondering recent game of Osseous, Premiere Inn, crowd sourcing and play tests.

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308 Osseous and Playtesting from 2020-10-26T16:28:28

Awesome call ins from Arlen, Barney, Rob and Jason. Pondering recent game of Osseous, Premiere Inn, crowd sourcing and play tests.

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329 Hold on a Minute!!! (Gotcha mechanisms in games) from 2020-10-24T21:00:07

This is the big one, all the miss a turn pit discussion in one retread remix. This medley will take you out of play for an hour and sixteen minutes. If you have any questions comments or concern...

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329 Into the Pit - Hold on a Minute Medley (Retread Remix) from 2020-10-24T21:00:07

This is the big one, all the miss a turn pit discussion in one listen.  This will take you out of play for an hour and sixteen minutes.

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329 Hold on a Minute!!! from 2020-10-24T21:00:07

This is the big one, all the miss a turn pit discussion in one retread remix. This medley will take you out of play for an hour and sixteen minutes. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.f...

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329 Retread Remix - Hold on a Minute Medley from 2020-10-24T21:00:07

This is the big one, all the miss a turn pit discussion in one listen.  This will take you out of play for an hour and sixteen minutes.

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328 Into the Pit - Simplicity, Feedback and Investigation from 2020-10-23T06:03:03

Using what you know, KISS and simplicity, 5E colonial, more on investigations.  Thanks to Lieren (Updates from the Middle of Nowhere) Che (Roleplay Rescue), Spencer (Keep off the Borderlands), Jaso...

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200 A Reflection from 2020-10-22T15:49:29

200 A Reflection Sharing some thoughts and feelings about the podcast.  Inspiration from fellow podcasters and future ideas.  Thanks to Aron Clark and Spencer Game for their called in ...

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327 Into the Pit - The Pitch (part 2) - What is your game actually like dude? from 2020-10-20T17:53:51

Awesome call in responses to using tech and how we pitch our games and why.  Big thanks to the callers for their support and to TJ Drennon for the music.

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326 Drive By - Does it suck? from 2020-10-18T20:31:28

Call in responses from listeners, in response to my decision to try something different.

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325 Thank you and Goodnight from 2020-10-17T10:47:42

325 episodes 65000 downloads 2 complaints. You're only as good as your last episode.

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666 Spikepit Evil Remix (Halloween Edition 324) from 2020-10-16T17:54:58

Halloween draws near and restless Old School Revenants stir from their tombs.



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666 Spikepit Evil Remix from 2020-10-16T17:54:58

Halloween draws near and restless Old School Revenants stir from their tombs. Episode 324. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit/message

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323 Into the Pit - Using Technology in RPG's from 2020-10-16T05:59:17

A whole bunch of great feedback around the subject of using technology in RPG's. Big thanks to all those folk supporting the show with call ins, Patreon support or spreading the word through social...

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322 Drive By - School Runnings from 2020-10-14T13:49:23

Catching up on some gaming chat with Sonny during the school run home. Art, painting minis, games we're playing and more.

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321 Drive By - The Pitch (part 1) - Can you label your game? from 2020-10-12T18:15:08

Big thanks to Lieren and John for their called in contributions.

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320 Into the Pit - Lots to discuss. from 2020-10-08T20:10:36

Presenting slides, 5e hacks, Adventures in Middle Earth, rolling dice, running investigations and more. Big thanks to everyone who called in with their generous contributions.

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319 Pit Stop - Meet Joe Salvador from 2020-10-06T20:38:48

Welcoming into the pit, game designer Joe Salvador, author of Eldritch Tales and the driving force behind Raven God Games.

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318 Drive By - Sliding in a quickie from 2020-10-03T07:21:11

Fast turnaround response to presentation call ins from John, Barney, Andy and Jason. Cheers Gentlemen.

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317 Into the Pit - I've got a big one for you! from 2020-10-02T06:23:11

I've got a big one for you! A great bunch of call ins from the Anchorite community. Good job folks, hope you enjoy.

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316 Drive By - The Eliminator from 2020-10-01T08:34:17

Half cut and mysterious, Cody Mazza calls in regarding player elimination, explaining why he loves those dusty arse mouldy RPG's, with rubbish thieves and napalm lanterns. I also ponder presentatio...

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315 Into the Pit - Pushing Inpsiration Rolls, a 5E Hack from 2020-09-23T16:45:42

The three player investigation game, pushing inspiration rolls in Dungeons and Dragons and psychological operations in RPG's. Big thanks for the awesome call ins.

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314 Into the Pit - You can't run an investigation because magic? from 2020-09-17T16:04:11

I'm back on a health drive and we continue discussion of gaming ideas thanks to the awesome Pit Crew.

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313 Into the Pit - Should you buy more bookshelves? from 2020-09-11T12:00:58

Do you have a pet system? Do we need generic games? Should you buy more bookshelves?

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312 Into the Pit - Engaging collaboration from 2020-09-04T06:23:22

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311 Pit Stop - Eldritch Tales from 2020-09-02T08:41:09

Overview of Eldritch Tales - Lovecraftian White Box Role-playing by Joseph Salvador of Raven God Games.

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309 Into the Pit - Lost Episode from 2020-08-29T13:26:16

RPG a Day 29 a lost episode with a loose theme around journey. Call ins from Arlen and Vance. Hop aboard and enjoy the....err........ride.

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307 Drive By - White British? from 2020-08-27T06:00:55

A slice of real life. Challenging presumption.

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306 Into the Pit - Engaging in "Strange" Investigation from 2020-08-26T06:08:03

Investigation and Eldritch Tales, Cheat Your Own Adventure, and player engagement as a goal. Generous contributions from Karl Rodriguez, Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Cast) and Chris Shorb. Sp...

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304 Into the Pit - Pushing the Osseous RPG from 2020-08-24T06:21:22

In this episode I welcome Spencer Game into the pit.  We discuss his game, Osseous, create a character and enjoy a brief light hearted example of play.  Hopefully you find it full of "HUMOUR".  I p...

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303 Into the Pit - Sparta, Settings and Silly Voices from 2020-08-23T10:33:34

Not exactly cutting "Edge" I wade into Sparta, interviews, running settings - Harn and Chult. Immersion, engagement and funny voices. Awesome call ins from Arlen Walker (Live from Pellam's Wastelan...

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302 Driving into the Pit - Schooling from Goodman from 2020-08-21T13:51:36

Andy Goodman points out the error of my ways and calls out Jason Connerley on the Watchman. I respond to Andy whilst pondering "investigation" and "push" back. Big thanks to Andy for his contributi...

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301 Drive Right into the Pit from 2020-08-20T11:49:38

Things are getting a little crazy. I deal with a complaint and respond to call ins from Andy Goodman, Safer, Jason Connerley, John Large and Joe Richter.

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300 with Jason Connerley from 2020-08-19T17:29:58

Three hundred episodes in.  To mark the occasion Jason Connerley of Nerd's RPG Variety cast has joined me for a chat about the 2006 film "300" and how it might inspire ideas in our RPG's. Listen

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299 Into the Pit - Meeting people through RPG Podcasting from 2020-08-18T14:52:08

Day 18 RPG a day "Meet" RPG Podcasting and meeting people. Big thanks to Chris Shorb for the called in support prompting this explanation of my method.

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298 Spikepit - Roll for Shoes! from 2020-08-13T10:07:55

They say a change is as good as a rest. Day 13 features a complete RPG - Roll for Shoes. Mentions of Knave, PROLE, Tunnel Goons and Goon Jam.

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297 A Short Unscheduled Message from 2020-08-12T13:38:47

Talking about some of my ideas for the future.

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296 Into the Pit - Intellectual Bludgeoning from 2020-08-11T16:51:43

Tough questions and intellectual bludgeoning. Call ins from Rob, Che and John.

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295 Drive By - Sorcerers and Sellswords from 2020-08-10T12:32:20

This episode covers some thoughts about my recent RPG activity and incorporates days 8, 9 & 10 of RPG a Day month. Sorcerers and Sellswords Pit Crew session, The Dark Crystal and the magic of Jim H...

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294 Drive by - No man's an island from 2020-08-07T10:56:26

Andy Goodman bringing the tough love with a couple of call ins for Day 7 of RPG a day.

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288 Drive By - Don't over think it. from 2020-07-31T11:51:32

No time for show notes, it's Friday!!!

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287 Into the Pit from 2020-07-24T10:43:15

GH, Joe, Chris, Jason and myself airing our thoughts around RPG'S. Learning through gaming, Meta gaming, Colonialism, Satanic Panic, Sorcerers and Sellswords, Pit Crew game.

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286 Into the Pit - Know your players feedback from 2020-07-15T15:45:46

Awesome call ins from Lieren (Updates from the Middle of Nowhere) Joe Richter (Hindsightless) Che Webster (Roleplay Rescue) Rich Fraser (Cockatrice Nuggets) and Karl Rodriguez.

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285 Drive By - Rewind from 2020-07-10T19:15:08

Important restatement from Jason and shout out for DM Rikki.

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284 Drive By - Please Don't Burn it Down from 2020-07-09T16:07:32

A strong heart felt response to my appeal for a sensible discussion. Big thanks to Chris Shorb, Karl Rodriguez, John Large, Goblin's Henchman, Jason Connerley and Menion.

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283 Drive By - Seeking sensible open minded discussion. from 2020-07-07T14:18:11

Ennies, taking sides, open communication, big publishers and all sorts. Call ins from Chris Shorb, Andy Goodman, Joe Richter and Lonely Adventurer

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282 Drive By - At the Crossroads Design Dilemma from 2020-07-05T14:03:01

Feedback from the community Barry, Spencer, Lonely Adventurer, Chris, Diz, Dave. Cheers guys!

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281 Into the Pit - Know your players? from 2020-06-29T18:46:24

The 5e DMG take on knowing what your players like. Called in contributions from Ray Otus (Plundergrounds) and Lonely Adventurer (Camping with Owlbears). Theme song by Logan Howard.

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280 Drive By - Spikepit's Three Step RPG follow up from 2020-06-28T05:53:09

More nonsense....You have been warned.

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279 Drive By - Spikepit's Three Step RPG from 2020-06-27T07:44:40

Discussing my recent foray into the immersive world of RPG design.

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278 Drive By - Blue Collar Ramble from 2020-06-26T19:11:09

Call in contributiona from Joe Richter (Hindsightless and Weal or Woe)

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277 Drive By - Big Ass World Books and Rambling Campaigns from 2020-06-20T16:53:56

Call in contributions from Shandy Andy (Unguarded Treasure B52) and John Large (Red Dice Diaries)

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276 Into the Pit - DnD Downtime Discussion from 2020-06-15T13:47:30

What about between sessions? How does downtime work? Does anybody care? Contributions from Shandy Andy (Unguarded Treasure) and John Large (Red Dice Diaries). Theme music by TJ Drenon.

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275 Drive By - Thoughts on "A City on the Edge" and state of play catch up. from 2020-06-09T10:24:41

On the road RPG thoughts, experiences running an DnD Adventurers League published adventure. Also a quick round up and thoughts about what I'm playing.

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274 Into the Pit - Why we play RPGs follow up, downtime, rivers and trackways, RFED's game from 2020-06-01T15:23:10

Notes to follow

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273 Into the Pit from 2020-05-26T15:54:56

Call ins galore discussing a range of recent topics

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272 Into the Pit - RFED's Game Design from 2020-05-24T21:22:26

Chatting with my brother Darren Green aka RFED about his recent experiences trying game design.

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271 Into the Pit - Why do we play RPGs? from 2020-05-23T12:40:02

Awesome contributions from Chris Shorb, Darren Green, John Large (Red Dice Diaries), Julz Burgisser (Jewels from NZ), Joe Richter (Hindsightless, Weal or Woe), Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Ca...

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270 Into the Pit - DnD Gems with Julz from 2020-05-18T13:24:49

Awesome call in conversation with Julz (Jewels from NZ) Monster CR, DMG tools and online play. Tunes by TJ Drenon

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269 Drive By from 2020-05-12T12:47:39

RPG questions and chat, lost books, grappling, exhaustion, jungles and more......

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268 Drive By - After Dark from 2020-05-08T10:21:36

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267 Drive By - Cube Campaign Concept from 2020-05-06T16:17:58

10x10x10 Cube Campaign, Lego & Maps, running in Minecraft

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266 Into the Pit - Jungle Inspiration from 2020-04-30T15:09:40

Awesome call in contributions from Barney (Loco Ludus), John Large (RDD RPG), Rob C (Down in a Heap), Jason Hobbs (Random Screed, Hobbs and Friends, Hextalk) Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Cast...

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265 Into the Pit - Grappling Discussion from 2020-04-29T11:45:17

Show notes? Not yet.

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264 Drive By - Into the Pit from 2020-04-25T12:23:06

Responding to a bunch of call ins Barney (Loco Ludus) Jason (Nerds RPG Variety Cast) John Large (RDD RPG) Karl Rodriguez and Vance A

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263 Drive By - Grappling & Finesse from 2020-04-24T15:51:14

Call ins from Karl Rodriguez and John Large (RDD RPG). I'm pondering unarmed combat and grappling.

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262 Drive By - Into the Pit from 2020-04-22T15:14:19

Great call ins from, Cody M (No Save for You) Andy Goodman (Expedition to the Grizzly Peaks) Joe Richter (Hindsightless and Weal or Woe) John Large (RDD RPG) and Shane Ward (Isle of ADD)

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261 Drive By - Into the Pit, Jungle Tales from 2020-04-20T13:41:36

Jungle Cast, with awesome call ins from Andy (Expedition to the Grizzly Peaks), Joe (Hindsightless and Weak or Woe), Jason (Nerds RPG Variety Cast), Barney (Loco Ludus).

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260 Drive By - Into the Pit, Falling from 2020-04-15T20:46:56

Quick episode focused primarily on falling from height and fatality. Thanks to Jason (Nerds RPG Variety Cast) and Joe (Hindsightless) for their called in contributions.

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259 Drive By - Into the Pit from 2020-04-13T09:53:31

It's taken a while, but here's some call ins from the folks. Big thanks to Barney (Loco Ludus) Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and Ray (Plundergrounds)

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258 Drive By - Into the Pit from 2020-04-09T11:58:07

Online gaming advice from the gaming community.

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257 Drive By from 2020-04-08T12:14:17

Still banging on. A question about the challenges of online play. Call ins and even some brief guitar chat.

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256 Drive By - Encouraging from 2020-04-02T11:42:59

Further thoughts following collection of great call ins.

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255 Drive By - Pushing Back from 2020-04-01T09:43:29

Ideas out loud.

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254 Into the Pit - Something for the Weekend - Back on Track from 2020-03-27T12:50:38

Back on track with railroads. By the people for the people. Thanks for all the call ins folks. Theme music by TJ Drenon.

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253 Drive By - Online Gaming News from 2020-03-24T14:07:49

Changes to our gaming.

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252 Into the Pit - Something for the Weekend from 2020-03-13T13:24:33

Call ins a plenty

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251 What's Up Wednesday from 2020-03-11T06:35:25

Talking games - RFEDS homebrew, Altered State, BECMI Broken Lands, DnD Jungles of Chult and Space Hulk.

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250 Into the Pit - Something for the Weekend from 2020-03-06T07:36:40

Continuing the RPG and DnD conversation.

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249 What's up Wednesday - DnD at the Dinosaur Races from 2020-03-04T07:02:16

Discussing how I brought dinosaur racing to my DnD game. Flashback call in from Larry Haught.

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An Explanation and Apology from 2020-03-02T12:06:08

How not to leave a discord server

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248 Into the Pit - Something for the Weekend from 2020-02-29T11:55:07

Notes to follow

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247 What's up Wednesday - Back in the DM's Chair from 2020-02-26T07:07:21

A busy gaming week and my Jungle of Chult campaign is underway. Vintage Frank T call in and gaming with the family, games I've been playing, initial observations about Tomb of Annihilation, and mor...

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246 Into the Pit - Something for the Weekend from 2020-02-21T09:21:21

Show notes to follow

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245 What's Up Wednesday? DnD Jungle Characters from 2020-02-19T11:23:02

Great called in contributions from Rich Fraser (Cockatrice Nuggets) and John Large (Red Dice Diaries, Purple Worm). Theme Music performed by TJ Drennon and  Logan"Swordbreaker"Howard, based on Loga...

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244 Into the Pit - Something for the Weekend from 2020-02-14T13:48:25

Something for the weekend?  Great calls from Rob C (Down in a Heap), Joe Ricther (Hindsightless, Weal or Woe), Julz Burgisser (Jewels From NZ), Shandy Andy (Unguarded Treasure B52), Lone Ad...

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243 What's up Wednesday - with Ray Otus from 2020-02-12T14:13:12

Final part of chat with Ray Otus (Plundergrounds) more art chat, colour and game design. Great supportive call ins from Aron Clark, Vance A, Goblin's Henchman (Goblin's Henchman) and Lieren (Upd...

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242 Into the Pit - Something for the Weekend from 2020-02-07T06:00

Fancy something for the weekend? We are talking DnD, playing and working on Mudharbour, gamer snobbery, bringing new people into the hobby, min-maxing, and lots more.  Many thanks to Joe Ri...

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241 What's up Wednesday - DnD Plans with Sonny from 2020-02-05T06:00

What's up? I'm talking gaming plans (Dungeons and Dragons) with Sonny.  Mudharbour, a zine by Dave and Claire Aldridge has funded, thanks to those guys thi...

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240 Into the Pit - What's up with DnD from 2020-01-31T17:14:04

Shandy Andy, Evil Jeff, Tim Shorts, Froth, Josh, Jason and John Large

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239 Into the Pit - Old Masters with Ray Otus from 2020-01-29T12:05:28

Big thanks to Ray Otus (Plundergrounds), Lieren (Updates from the Middle of Nowhere), Che Webster (Roleplay Rescue) Music by TJ Drenon.

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238 Romance of the Perilous Land from 2020-01-28T15:55:47

Conitunity my look at Romance of the Perilous Land. Called in contributions from Spencer (Keep Off the Borderlands) Jason (Nerds RPG Variety Cast) Music by TJ Drenon.

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237 Into the Pit - Die Drop Discussion from 2020-01-26T18:04:25

Thanks for the great contributions from all those who called in. Rui Lorenco (Chaoses Limb), Josh Beckleheimer (JB Publishing), Joe Richter (Hindsightless, Weal or Woe), Lieren (Updates from the Mi...

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236 Drive By - Nevermind the B*ll*cks DnD 5e Rant from 2020-01-24T14:40:08

Why don't you just say that you don't want to follow the crowd?

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235 Drive By - Usage Die HP, Lego Ideas, Big Damage from 2020-01-22T07:43:11

A compilation of on the road musings, covering the following topics,  approaching publishers regarding walk throughs and reviews, hit points and usage dice, the Lego ideas book and light, medium an...

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234 Romance of the Perilous Land - Character Generation from 2020-01-20T11:01:14

Continuing my look at Scott Malthouse's new game, with a delve into character generation. Thanks to Osprey Games for providing a copy of their book for review. Great call in contributions from Aron...

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233 What OSR isn't - With Ray Otus from 2020-01-17T09:57:38

Part 1 of a great chat with Ray Otus (Plundergrounds). We discuss some thoughts around the concept of OSR.

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232 Into the Pit - Up the Junction with RPG Railroads from 2020-01-16T12:08:05

It's gone off the rails. Great contributions from Joe Richter (Hindsightless, Weal or Woe) Brett, Josh Beckleheimer (JB Publishing), Andy Goodman (Expedition to the Grizzly Peaks), Tim Shorts (Goth...

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232 Into the Pit - Railroad? from 2020-01-13T17:43:41

Awesome call ins discussing the poorly defined RPG phenomena, that limits choice.

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231 Drive By - Riddle of the Railroad from 2020-01-11T14:25:40

The Purple Worms played Riddling Reaver, and I briefly ponder on railroad adventuring.

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230 Into the Pit - Die Drop Tables to Push the Envelope from 2020-01-10T12:22:27

Pushing the idea envelope, awesome call ins from Jason Hobbs, Goblin's Henchman, Barney, RFED and Joe Richter. Shout out to TJ Drenon for the music.

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229 Into the Pit - Shaking it up, Double D's discussion. from 2020-01-09T13:06:20

What! No show notes..........Not yet.

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228 Drive By - Who doesn't like some fast and loose Double "D" action? from 2020-01-08T10:31:12

I couldn't contain my enthusiasm for Double D's any longer. Let's begin the "Die Drop Table" discussion.

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227 Drive By - 2020 Thoughts from 2020-01-02T10:33:15

Off the cuff reflection on last year and some ideas for the coming year.

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226 Drive By - Release Schedule, Combat Duration, Mechanisms and Metaphors, RPG Review Feedback from 2019-12-23T14:29:56

Carrying on the RPG discussion with the following topics, release schedule, combat duration, mechanisms and metaphors, review feedback, seasonal thanks.

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225 Looking at Romance of the Perilous Land (part 1) from 2019-12-20T12:21:33

Looking at Scott Malthouse's Romance of the Perilous Land, a Roleplaying Game of British Folklore . One of two titles launching Osprey Games new RPG line. This episode looks at physical description...

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224 Linguistic Pedantry, My DnD 5e Monk, New media forms thought experiment. from 2019-12-16T11:01:08

Talking about mechanisms, linguistic pedantry, back catalogue synchronicity, my DnD 5e character and Rui's thought experiment.

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223 Into the Pit - Black Hack Street Urchins from 2019-12-09T13:48:25

Planning my first online game, Apocalyptic Victoriana, Thieves, Dickens Robin Hood, Historical Settings, Family Gaming, Mechanical Backlash to Linguistic Pedantry. Big thanks to Pete Jones (Dragons...

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222 Drive By - Why Mechanisms? from 2019-12-06T09:09:19

Pondering the language around mechanisms and how it could be useful. Talk continues around back catalogue, anxiety, Osseous, reading show notes, harming the hobby, a parcel arrives, singing listene...

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221 Drive By - "The Hood Hack" from 2019-12-01T12:56:17

All over the map in this episode. Tropes, boss monsters, undervalued work, Black Hack love and Robin Hood are some of the topics. Thanks to Goblin's Henchman, Che Webster (Roleplay Rescue) and Jas...

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220 Drive By - Wednesday Insanity - Don't Over Think It! from 2019-11-27T12:51:47

Wednesday Insanity - Don't Over Think It!
Getting into the game. Reworking old episodes. Transvision Vamp. Show Notes. The Black Hack. Big thanks to Jason, Josh, Joe, Ivy, Vance and Evil Jeff.<...

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219 Drive By - Back Catalogue Anxiety from 2019-11-26T18:30:49

Responses to recent episode, anxiety clarification and further thoughts in relation to the value of old episodes. Big thanks to contributors. Spencer, Lieren, Frank and John

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218 Drive By - Looking Back and Moving Forward. from 2019-11-25T16:15:07

Gaming and anxiety. Also taking a look at the back catalogue, wondering how to deal with it? Big thanks for called in contributions from Spencer Game (Keep off the Borderlands) and Rui Lorenco.
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217 Drive By - Responding to Awesome Callers from 2019-11-19T07:03:42

Catching up with a wide range of great call ins from the gaming community.

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216 Into the Pit - Black Hack Warrior with RFED from 2019-11-11T14:34:13

Rolling up a Black Hack Warrior character, old school style with RFED.  Many thanks to the following people for their called in contributions, Drend, John Large (Red Dice Diaries), Dave Ald...

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215 Into the Pit - More Black Hack from 2019-11-07T15:56:39

Character generation, equipment and usage, The Black Hack Whack Classes, Vance Atkins (http://leicestersramble.blogspot.com) , Jason Connerley, Rui Lorenco

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214 Drive By - Black Hack Greatness from 2019-11-05T07:45:07

A bunch of thoughts around some recent RPG play using Black Hack and BECMI DnD Rules, for folks who like it raw and rough. With thanks to Rui Lourenco and Cody M (No Save for You) for their...

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213 Into the Pit - Glynn Seal's Ryecroft Exclusive from 2019-11-04T12:30:21

A sneeky peak at Glynn Seal's latest creative brainwave - Ryecroft, 284 numbered locations on the surface of this cemetary crawl, with below ground yet to be determined.  Music by TJ Drenon, sound ...

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212 Tunnel Goons Actual Play 5 (AAA7) from 2019-10-31T16:26:38

The final episode of Achorites Appreciate Arneson Month and last installment of my Tunnel Goons actual play recordings.  These were recorded during my initial play of Tunnel Goons with my f...

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211 Tunnel Goons Actual Play 4 (AAA6) from 2019-10-31T14:19:55

As part of Achorites Appreciate Arneson Month I am releasing a series of Tunnel Goons actual play recordings.  These were recorded during my initial play of Tunnel Goons with my face to face gaming...

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210 Drive By - Message Fest from 2019-10-30T15:35:20

A bunch of stuff, for folks who like it raw and rough.  Rui Lourenco opens the show, then we hear some great responses to my thoughts on GM led design (working title) Lieren (Updates from the Middl...

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209 Tunnel Goons Actual Play 3 (AAA5) from 2019-10-22T09:31:44

As part of Achorites Appreciate Arneson Month I am releasing a series of Tunnel Goons actual play recordings.  These were recorded during my initial play of Tunnel Goons with my face to face gaming...

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208 Into the Pit - What's in the bag? Armour and Equipment (AAA4) from 2019-10-17T12:16:13

Many thanks to the following people for their called in contributions.  Spencer"Free Thrall"Game (Keep Off the Borderlands), Arlen Walker (Live from Pellam's Wasteland) on equipment and character k...

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207 Tunnel Goons Actual Play 2 (AAA3) from 2019-10-14T08:26:48

As part of Achorites Appreciate Arneson Month I am releasing a series of Tunnel Goons actual play recordings.  These were recorded during my initial play of Tunnel Goons with my face to fac...

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206 Into the Pit - Referees Take Two from 2019-10-09T07:01:17

So I may have failed my first attempt.  Getting your message across isn't easy.  Thanks for the called in contributions from, Scott MaltHouse (Delve Cast), Joe Richter (Hindsightless), Che Webster ...

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205 Into the Pit - Managing Pre Game Anxiety from 2019-10-07T11:22:42

Following request from Mark Wallring (Yawning Owlbear) we talk about Anchorite anxiety, specifically managing pre game anxiety.  Thanks for the called in contributions from, Jeff Collyer (T...

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204 Drive By - Referees (AAA2) from 2019-10-04T19:17:52

A van based ramblecast where I talk about my current thoughts on games.  If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss supporting the show thro...

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203 Into the Pit - Fighting Fantasy Inspired Adventure Zines? from 2019-10-03T13:28:09

A call in rich episode with responses to various episodes,  In the main positive feedback regarding my thoughts on how to present rules closely tied with adventure encounters and setting, i...

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202 Tunnel Goons Actual Play 1 (AAA1) from 2019-10-01T14:21:25

As part of Achorites Appreciate Arneson Month I am releasing a series of Tunnel Goons actual play recordings.  These were recorded during my initial play of Tunnel Goons with my face to fac...

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201 Drive By - Misunderstanding the Hobby from 2019-09-29T09:36:35

 Following on with further discussion around portrayal of weapons and fictional violence in roleplaying games. Is there misunderstanding? Do we need to talk about these things more? Many th...

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199 Into the Pit - Companion Dungeons and Dragons, Lost Episode. from 2019-09-23T16:16:23

A lost episode found. Looking at the Dungeons and Dragons Companion Rules. Thanks to Pete (Dragons are Real) and Jeremy (Thought Eater) for their called contributions.If you have any questions com...

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198 Drive By - Misunderstanding and Judgement from 2019-09-19T15:07:27

Following on with further discussion around portrayal of weapons and fictional violence in roleplaying games. Is there misunderstanding? Do we need to talk about these things more? Thanks for the c...

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197 Into the Pit - Hacking Equipment Rules from 2019-09-18T13:03:45

Tunnel Goons and hacking equipment rules. Thanks for the called in contributions, from Jeremy (Thought Eater) Cody Mazza ( No Save for You) Ray Otus (Plundergrounds) Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast)...

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196 Drive By - Inappropriate Lightsaber drawing, a listener response. from 2019-09-15T06:01:24

Please BE ADVISED, this episode contains the use of STRONG LANGUAGE. Listener responses to the episode where I discussed my son's confiscated lightsabre doodles . Thanks for the called in contribut...

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195 Drive By - No Lightsabers? from 2019-09-13T15:41:52

Chat with my son about how his school has a low opinion of his art and hobbies. Yes you read that right.

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194 Drive By - The Complete Cheap Paperback Gamebook from 2019-09-11T15:21:04

Inspired mostly by Goon Jam and Ray Otus' Lords of Mars, this idea of cheap little game books/zines is knocking about in my head. But like fighting fantasy books of old, they could be complete self...

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193 Into the Pit - More on Character Generation and Oil Infusions from 2019-09-10T13:14:57

Talking character generation and it's significance, oil infusions, and questions for the community. Thanks for the called in contributions, from John Large (Red Dice Diaries), RFED, Shandy Andy (Un...

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192 Drive By - Armour, Realism and Living Rules from 2019-09-04T19:36:09

Talking BDSM, de platforming, armour rulings, realism and my living rules project. Thanks for the called in contributions, from Lieren (Updates from the Middle of Nowhere) Jason and Goblin's Henchm...

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191 Into the Pit - Pregenerated Characters from 2019-09-02T18:50:16

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190 Drive By - Hacking Maze Rats and More. from 2019-08-29T19:06:23

Talking oil, Maze/Womp Rats hacking, De platforming and BDSM. Many thanks for the called in contributions, from Carl Heyl of The Dungeon Show, and Shandy Andy of Unguarded Treasure. Enjoy.

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189 Into the Pit - Mundane? from 2019-08-26T10:41:13

Many thanks for the called in contributions, from Matt Jackson of Matt Random, Dave Aldridge of DPercentile, Winston Ctutchfield from 5 Minutes of Prayer, and Carl Birch. Enjoy.

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188 Drive By - It's Good to Talk from 2019-08-22T20:31:53

Many thanks for the called in contributions, from Jason, TJ from MMM, Mark from The Yawning Owlbear, Lieren of Updates from the Middle of Nowhere, John Large from Red Dice Diaries, Jeremy of the Th...

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187 Into the Pit - Oil, Realism and Passing the Torch from 2019-08-19T16:12:08

Many thanks for the called in contributions, Joe from Hindsightless, Spencer of Keep Off the Borderlands, John Large from Red Dice Diaries, Che Webster from Roleplay Rescue, Joe the Lawyer from Joe...

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186 Drive By - We don't need no accreditation.......we don't need no thought control from 2019-08-16T16:45:09

Hey teacher leave those kids alone... A whole bunch of credits to follow

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185 Drive By - GM Accreditation WTF. from 2019-08-15T12:32:45

Inspired by Che Webster of Role Play Rescue. You will be assimilated.

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184 Drive By - All Dudes? from 2019-08-14T18:45:33

Many thanks for the called in contributions, Joe from Hindsightless, Spencer of Keep Off the Borderlands, Lieren of Updates from the Middle of Nowhere. Enjoy.

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183 Into the Pit - DnD Fifth Edition from 2019-08-12T16:43:37

Mostly 5e episode. Many thanks for the called in contributions, Joe from Hindsightless, Spencer of Keep Off the Borderlands, Dave (aka Percy) of D Percentile, Matt of Matt Random, Tim of Gothridge ...

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182 Drive By Walker's Wall of Shields from 2019-08-11T10:32:18

A great call in from Arlen Walker, of Live from Pellam's Wasteland, constitutes the bulk of this episode about combat tactics in RPG'S. I also ask, where are the ladies?
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181 Into the Pit - Fantasy Realism from 2019-08-09T08:41:54

Many thanks for the called in contributions, Joe from Hindsightless, Spencer of Keep Off the Borderlands, Dave of D Percentile, Cody M of No Save for You, Jeremy of Thought Eater, Evil Jeff Minions...

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180 Drive By - Awesome Dragon Heist Session from 2019-08-07T13:22:22

Recounting a session of gaming gold. Dungeons and Dragons in the Dragon Heist Campaign.

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179 Spikepit - Drive by from 2019-08-05T16:18:31

Many thanks for the called in contributions from, John Alan Large of The Red Dice Diaries, Spencer of Keep Off the Borderlands and Lieren of Updates from the Middle of Nowhere. Enjoy.

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178 Drive By - Flaming Oil!!!!!! from 2019-08-03T09:52:50

This is episode is a reading of a blog article, "Lamp Oil Doesn't Burn. antiledo.blogspot.com"If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss sup...

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177 Drive By Fifth Edition Struggles from 2019-08-01T13:47:20

Many thanks for the called in contributions from the ladies, Lieren of Updates from the Middle of Nowhere and Ivy the Happy Whisk. Enjoy.

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176 Into the Pit - A Shower of Feedback from 2019-07-30T13:04:24

Many thanks for the called in contributions from Steve C of Dice Roll Zine, Cody M of No Save for You, Lieren of Updates from the Middle of Nowhere, Jim Yoder of Random Encounters in the Library, J...

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175 Spikepit Drive By - You're a Rule Zero Tyrant! from 2019-07-25T12:34:48

Letting off steam in relation to, rule zero tyranny and the business of un-personing.
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174 Spikepit Drive By from 2019-07-24T13:38:20

Called in contributions from Dave Aldridge of D Percentile, Che Webster of Role Play Rescue, Lieren of Updates from the Middle of Nowhere, John Large of The Red Dice Diaries.

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173 Into the Pit from 2019-07-22T12:35:13

Calling "Into the Pit" Evil Jeff of Minions and Musings, Joe the Lawyer of Joe's Not so Wonderous Imaginings, Dave Aldridge of D Percentile, Carl Birch, Frank Turfler of Frank T's Liner Notes, Wins...

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172 The City of Great Lunden - Unboxing and Initial Impressions. from 2019-07-19T09:49:40

If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Cre...

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171 Spikepit Drive By - Recommending ICRPG & Runehammer, inspired by Lieren. from 2019-07-18T08:37:36

Big Shout out for RUNEHAMMER, Heroes of the Hammer and ICRPG. Thanks to Lieren for the ongoing support and sense of humour.

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170 Spikepit Drive By from 2019-07-17T19:56:28

Podcast Crossover, and F**k the Ennies

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169 Into the Pit, Game Chat from 2019-07-15T16:16:33

Into the Pit, contributions from Spencer Keep off the Borderlands, Larry Hamilton Follow Me and Die, Tim Shorts Gothridge Manor, John Large Red Dice Diaries.

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168 Into the Pit, A Year of Podcasting. from 2019-07-12T12:24:58

In this anniversary episode discussion revolves around being a bad player, Arthurian legend and book recommendations. Contributions from the following: Jason Hobbs of Random Screed, Hobbs and Frien...

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167 Dice Roll Zine 1&2 Overview from 2019-07-09T13:19:06

With thanks to Steve C for his Dice Roll Zine, produced & published by Hog Town Games, words and maps copyright 2019 Steven A. Cook. Contact: hogtowngamesosr@gmail.com. If you have any questions co...

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166 King Arthur - Legend of the Sword from 2019-07-05T05:32:03

I talk about King Arthur - Legend of the Sword, as a source of inspiration. Also I respond to contributions from Joe Richter "Weal or Woe" podcast, Vance A, John Large "Red Dice Diaries" podcast an...

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165 D&D Essentials and Modern Age RPG from 2019-07-03T14:00:51

Inspiration by Gothridge Manor with contributions from Ivy the Happy Whisk. Thoughts on D&D Essentials and Modern Age from Green Ronin.

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164 It's a Multiplayer Game from 2019-06-28T20:10:09

Contributions from the following: Jeremy Aka "Froth" of Thought Eater podcast and Blog, Arlen Walkerof Live from Pellam's Wasteland podcast, Rob C of Down in a Heap podcast, John Large of Red Dice ...

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163 Gardens in Games and the Gardens of Ynn Overview. from 2019-06-26T16:33:06

Great contributions from Jeremy of the Thought Eater podcast and blog, Arlen Walker Live from Pellam's Wasteland podcast and Lieren from Updates from the Middle of Nowhere podcast. Random monster b...

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162 More good players from 2019-06-24T19:45:36

Being a better player. Contributions from, Ivy the Happy Whisk, Logan Sword Breaker Howard, Froth the Thought Eater , Spencer aka Free Thrall, Evil Jeff of Minions and Musings and James Richards. ...

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161 Better RPG Play from 2019-06-21T15:16:29

Contributions from:
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160 Are you a "trying" player? from 2019-06-20T06:10:59

Starting discussion about player quality. Why do I spend so much time and effort trying to improve as a GM? What changes should I make to improve my games? Contributions from Frank T, Spencer G and...

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159 Recent Gaming Marathon from 2019-06-17T18:37:11

A weekend of great gaming survived, I discuss the experience. Following that I answer some great call ins on the theme of gaming with youngsters. Thanks to Joe Richter, Ivy Shorts, James Done, Shan...

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158 Choice in the Chaotic Dome from 2019-06-13T13:32:49

Talk about random tables, gardens in RPG's and Games on Demand at UKGE Thanks to contributors, John Large - Red Dice Diaries, Cody Mazza - No Save for You, Jeff Collyer - Tome of All Dooms and Loga...

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157 Rained Off from 2019-06-11T09:06:08

Gardening chat. Big thanks to all the caller's. Please enjoy.

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156 Sharing your RPG hobby. from 2019-06-07T22:06:07

Talking with Sonny about our recent gaming experiences. Great contributions from Dave Aldridge of D Percentile Podcast. "Crazy Spikepit Theme" by Logan"Sword Breaker"Howard. Please enjoy.

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154 Western Lands Season One Finale from 2019-06-06T05:55:37

My BFRPG Season One draws to a close and I discuss my future plans for my ongoing Western Lands Campaign. Thanks to the following contributors, Free Thrall from Keep off the Borderlands, and Jeffer...

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152 Game Expo and Black Hack from 2019-06-04T06:31:10

Recap of my day at the UKGE and talk relating to the Black Hack 2. Big thanks to everyone who called in. Please enjoy.

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151 Big Game Chat from 2019-06-02T13:11:10

All the call ins from the gang, character generation, gaming with kids, overwhelming 5e modules, new Anchorites and all that good stuff. Please enjoy.

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150 Gardening Anchorites from 2019-06-02T10:35:25

Call ins and replies in relation to gardening

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149 New Voices from 2019-05-29T17:16:20

RFED and a UK Games Expo reminder. First time callers James Done, Dave Aldridge and Three Thrall. Anchorite new wave. Please enjoy

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148 Generating characters from 2019-05-27T05:26:32

Discussion around character generation and my recent experiences whilst gaming with my kids. Contributions from the legendary Thought Eater, Froth and Rich"Cockatrice"Fraser discussing 5E character...

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147 Gardening Response from 2019-05-26T11:04:21

Big response from listeners. Thanks to Tim, Ivy, Larry, Joe and Arlen for all the kind words and call in contributions. Please enjoy.

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146 Above and Below with RFED from 2019-05-25T09:33:03

RFED talks about Above and Below in relation to RPG'S. Please enjoy. spikepitpodcast@gmail.com

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145 Module or Hook? from 2019-05-22T14:37:47

Discussion around a question from 'ol Man Grognard and Jim Yoder calls in with "Tom the Troll" impersonation. "Crazy Spikepit Theme" by Logan"Sword Breaker" Howard. Please feel free to call in on A...

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144 Gardening Spikepit from 2019-05-21T09:45:29

Thanks to Lieren for the inspirational call ins. Please enjoy. spikepitpodcast@gmail.com

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143 Winston Crutchfield from 2019-05-20T14:10:23

Answering Winston's call in. Subjects include, 5e, BFRPG, Awarding experience and dice. Thanks for listening.

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142 Outpost of the Deep Elder from 2019-05-18T17:59:23

General RPG chat with call ins from Tim of Gothridge Manor, Mark of The Yawning Owlbear, Jeremy 'Frothsof' Smith of Thought Eater and Lieren of Updates from the Middle of Nowhere. 'Crazy Spikepit T...

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141 Go Anchorites! from 2019-05-16T15:54:06

It's a secret!

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140 Twilight of the Ancestral Clock from 2019-05-15T06:55:02

Talking Gamer Health, Robin Hood, BFRPG and 5e Star Wars. Contributions from Cody, Tim, Ivy, Shane and Che. Thanks for listening

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139 The Floating Spirit from 2019-05-09T14:31:31

Feedback from previous episodes B/X thieves, downtime rules and campaign timeline. Contributions from the following, Tim Shorts, Cody M, Ray Otus, Joe Richter, Shane Ward, Aron Clark and J E Shield...

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138 Rescue of the Chaotic Watcher from 2019-05-07T16:49:23

Call in replies and questions answered. Thanks to Ivy, Tim, Evil Jeff, James Jim, and Vance for their awesome contributions. Please enjoy

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137 Sunday Morning Spikepit. from 2019-05-05T08:35:05

In this episode with a bunch of call ins and questions. Contributions from Yawning Owlbear, Free Thrall, Larry Haught, Happy Whisk and Gothridge Manor. Topics include, new podcasts, escape room abu...

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136 Less is more? from 2019-05-02T16:50:58

Further discussion in relation to character advancement, rewarding players and using average damage. I ponder the idea of less being more and what this may mean in role playing games. Great call in...

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135 Awarding Experience Points from 2019-04-29T19:12:11

Feedback on the average hp and damage episode from Logan Howard, Ray Otus and Eric Salzwedel. Discussion in relation to making experience awards, call ins from Jason Hobbs, Evil Jeff, Aron Clarke, ...

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134 RFED brings "Dead of Winter" to your RPG from 2019-04-28T09:32:14

In this episode my Brother RFED talks about this popular boardgame, from Plaid Hat. He gives an overview of the game and presents his thoughts on how you could you it as a resource for your role pl...

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133 Average vs. Random Hit Point and Damage Determination. from 2019-04-26T06:13:30

Discussing the use of average versus random hit point generation in your RPG. Call ins from, Logan Howard, Jason Hobbs, Frank Turfler, Aron Clark, Evil Jeff and Pete Jones. Closing with "Crazy Spik...

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132 What's up with Dungeons and Dragons? Frank T and Me from 2019-04-24T12:07:55

I talk DnD with Frank Turfler of "Frank T's Liner Notes"

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131 What's up with 5e Dungeons and Dragons? - 9 from 2019-04-23T14:10:37

Continuing discussion comparing the latest edition of Dungeons and Dragons with older editions. Call ins from Jason Hobbs, RFED, Larry Hamilton and Joe Richter. Please Enjoy.

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130 Top 3 DnD Monsters from 2019-04-21T10:08:45

Episode inspired by Logan Howard's challenge, name your top three monsters. Call ins from, Matt Jackson, Logan Howard, Gothridge Manor and RFED. Enjoy listening.

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129 Ask me anything. from 2019-04-20T12:10:07

An unscheduled outside of the box episode. Come one come all.

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128 What's up with 5e Dungeons and Dragons? - 8 from 2019-04-19T09:08:29

Codi Mazza, Ray Otus and Joe Salvador continue the Dnd chat with 'ol Spikepit, I question session 0 and also quote Ghandi. Honest...not.

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126 What's up with 5e Dungeons and Dragons? - 7 from 2019-04-18T19:36

Ongoing DnD chat witn great call ins. Rich Fraser - 5e monster manual , Aonghais - Plot Points Podcast episode 98 and DMG1e and Che Webster - 5e samey characters and dull for GM. Enjoy

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125 What's up with 5e Dungeons and Dragons? - 6 from 2019-04-16T08:04:34

Continuing the 5e discussion from Royal Ashdown Forest, with call ins from, Logan Howard, Matt Jackson, Aonghais and James Richards. Many thanks.

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124 What's up With 5e Dungeons and Dragons? - 5 from 2019-04-14T13:31:55

What's up With 5e Dungeons and Dragons? Discussion continues with call ins from Shane Ward, Aron Clark, and Froth. In addition I ask about Milestone Experience, average hit points and damage vs. r...

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123 What's up with Dungeons and Dragons 5E? - 4 from 2019-04-12T15:47:20

On going 5E discussion we hear from those who are not impressed. Matt Jackson, Rob C and Joe Richter. Thanks for listening. If you enjoy the show please consider taking a look at the "Spikepit" Pat...

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122 What's up with Dungeons and Dragons 5E? - 3 from 2019-04-10T18:54:50

Ongoing 5e discussion. Thank you to the following listeners for their excellent call ins. Froth, Joe Richter and RFED on 5e. Joe Salvador, Commands and Colors war games. Matt Random, guys getting...

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121 What's up with Dungeons and Dragons 5e ? - 2 from 2019-04-08T20:44:58

More 5e chat, and the DMG. Opening with Logan Howard's "Crazy Spikepit Theme". Call ins, Rich Fraser, Ray Otus, RFED and Vance. I reflect on taking time to talk with your gamer buddies

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120 What's up with Dungeons and Dragons 5E? from 2019-04-05T12:24:07

Discussing 5th Edition DnD and my recent re-reads. Call in from Froth of Thoughteater, regarding map episodes. "Crazy Spikepit Theme" by Logan Howard. Thanks for listening.

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119 Grab Bag Episode from 2019-04-02T15:01:23

Replying to Call ins from Wayne Peacock, Larry Hamilton, RFED, Che Webster. What am I upto and Patreon update. Shout out for Gavin Norman's Winter's Daughter. "Crazy Spikepit Theme" Logan Howard. T...

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118 More Map Chat from 2019-03-31T12:51:54

Continuing the discussion of hex vs. grid the great map debate. Call ins from Matt Jackson,Vance A, RFED, Winston Crutchfield and Froth. "Crazy Spikepit Theme" by Logan"Swordbreaker"Howard.
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117 Hex vs. Square - Map Chat from 2019-03-29T15:34

Why do we use hexes? A discussion. Call ins from Cody M, Froth, Che Webster. "Crazy Spikepit Theme" by Logan"Swordbreaker"Howard. Cheers

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116 BFRPG Western Lands 6 Morgansfort from 2019-03-27T17:27:20

BFRPG Western Lands post session chat with Sonny. Announcement of my "Spikepit" Patreon launch, with shout out to my first Patron, Frank Turfler.

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115 BFRPG Western Lands Update from 2019-03-26T11:39:10

Continuing discussion in relation to Basic Fantasy RPG Westernlands Campaign. Call in from Jason Hobbs. Shout out to John Large and Matt Jackson. Thanks to Logan "Swordbreaker" Howard for his "Cra...

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114 Grab Bag Episode from 2019-03-25T15:13:02

Discussion relating to, Tomb of the Serpent Kings, Basic Fantasy experiment, Guilds of Ravnica Glorantha, Mythras, d100 systems and categories for game design. Call ins from Larry Hamilton, Jason H...

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113 Tomb of the Serpent Kings from 2019-03-21T18:07:36

Talking about my experience of running Tomb of the Serpent Kings with Basic Fantasy RPG Call ins from Aron C and RFED. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spikepit/message

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112 The Black Hack Chat from 2019-03-18T15:58:43

Discussing recent experience of 'The Black Hack 2' and response to related call ins, from Happy Whisk, Matt Jackson and Vance An. I also talk about what I'm upto in relation to other systems and my...

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111 Lazy DMing part 2 from 2019-03-14T16:04:59

Following on from previous episode I reflect on how the 'Lazy DM' method worked in session 4 of my BFRPG Western Lands Campaign. I also discuss some player feedback and content for future episodes....

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110 Lazy DMing from 2019-03-12T10:36:30

Intro tune by Logan Howard 'Swordbreaker', call ins relating to last episode from Rob C 'Down in a Heap', Tim Shorts 'Gothridge Manor'. Playing the Black Hack vall in from Vance A. I discuss my pr...

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109 Basic Fantasy Adventure Games from 2019-03-07T12:54:20

Basic?...call ins from Frank Turfler, Jason Hobbs and Che Webster. I ponder the popularity of the 'Basic' game and talk about my ongoing Western Lands Campaign, session zero and Alignment.

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108 BFRPG Running Western Lands from 2019-03-04T13:15:04

I talk mostly about prep and running BFRPG Western Lands, also Joe Salvador's Eldritch Tales . Call ins from Happy Whisk, Tim Shorts, Joe Salvador, Winston Crutchfield, Larry Haught, and Jason Hobb...

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107 Birthday Episode from 2019-02-28T13:55:28

Call ins from, Tom T'internet Troll, Ivy the Happy Whisk, Vance A, Aron C and RFED. I also discuss my birthday celebration strategy.

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106 Family Gaming, Daisy May from 2019-02-26T07:46:28

Opening with DM Dad. On the road chat about gaming with my daughter Daisy May.

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105 Old School Essentials, Retro Adventure Game, Core Rules Preview from 2019-02-25T12:05:50

A look at Gavin Norman's reworked and clarified B/X core rules. Formerly the B/X Essentials line of books, Old School Essentials Retro Adventure Game (not pictured) is the new identity of this p...

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104 Basic Fantasy Campaign Crossover from 2019-02-22T11:42:29

Jason proposes, and the Basic Fantasy and RPG Chat continues. Call ins from, Jason Hobbs, RFED, Joe Ricther, Joe Salvador, Che Webster, also 'Happy Manor' Ivy and Tim Shorts

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103 Basic Fantasy Role-Playing Reportage from 2019-02-20T16:55:39

School Run debrief with Luca, Session 1 Western Lands Basic Fantasy Campaign

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102 More Basic Fantasy RPG from 2019-02-18T19:09:25

Call ins from Jason Hobbs, Tim Shorts, Larry Haught, and Shane Ward. Mostly I talk about my preparation for my new campaign and Sonny talks about his thoughts in relation to Basic Fantasy RPG.
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101 Basic Fantasy RPG from 2019-02-15T18:12:12

Great call in contributions from RFED, Shane Ward, Larry Haught, Happy Whisk and Aron C. I talk about my thoughts on starting a campaign using Chris Gonnermans super accessible 'Basic Fantasy Role-...

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100 Century of Spikepit - The Everybody Medley from 2019-02-12T18:26:46

An episode featuring everybody who called in. Big thanks to all the folks who contribute to 'Spikepit' be it shout out, emoji, friendly comment, follow or forward on social media, call in or simply...

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091 Dungeons and Dragons Basic, Moldvay/Mentzer Comparison from 2019-01-21T17:19:23

Call ins and comments from the gaming community. Comparing and contrasting our thoughts about Moldvay and Mentzer visions of Dungeons and Dragons. If you have any questions comments or concerns ...

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087 Dungeons and Dragons Basic from 2019-01-13T14:36:11

B/X open table and Kalmatta call ins, Jason Hobbs, Joe the Lawyer, Logan Howard and Cody Mazza. 5e Monster Card Episode Feedback, RFED and Shane Ward, Basilisk confusion cleared up by Ray Otus. Men...

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Into the Pit - Hello World from 2018-07-12T13:13:07

Colin introduces himself briefly and outlines the direction for Spikepit. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitp...

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