Podcasts by TABLETOP TALK - Third Floor Wars

Ben Robbins (Microscope, In This World) Interview: ep. 215 from 2023-12-03T13:52:57

Listen as Craig and Ben talk about his approach to making award-winning, innovative games like Microscope and In This World

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Luke Jordan (Grand Guignol, Harvest) Interview: ep. 214 from 2023-11-19T12:10:07

Join Craig as he talks with Luke Jordan about his creative process and how it brought us the TTRPGs Grand Guignol and Harvest.

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Tim Denee (Deathmatch Island, Odyssey Aquatica) Interview: ep. 213 from 2023-11-04T22:14:28

Craig talks with Tim Denee about his games Deathmatch Island, Odyssey Aquatica, and Blades '68.

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Barney Menzies (Don't Play This Game, Shiver) Inteview: ep. 212 from 2023-11-04T22:08

Join us for an interview with game designer and publisher Barney Menzies, one-half of the minds behind Parable Games. Discover the secrets of crafting the innovative and spine-tingling solo RPG ...

Cezar Capacle (Not a Demon, Nexalis) Interview: ep. 211 from 2023-09-27T19:37:57

Cezar Capacle is a Brazilian tabletop game designer currently based in Madeira Island. Since 2016, he has dedicated his time to game design and released over 20 games. In 2022, He was a “Designer o...

Kyle Rowan (Vagrantsong, Malifaux, Wyrd Games) Interview: ep. 210 from 2023-09-23T23:32:14

Kyle is the lead designer at Wyrd Games and the designer behind the HOT board game, Vagrantsong.

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Jason Cordova & Alex Rybitski (Public Access, The Gauntlet) Interview: ep. 209 from 2023-08-07T16:06:20

We sit with Jason and Alex and discuss the latest Carved from Brindlewood game - Public Access. Where did the idea come from, and what was the creative process to bring it to life?

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7 GM Tips for Captivating your Players: ep. 208 from 2023-08-03T14:00:26

Craig covers 7 tips for GMs to help capture and keep your players' attention.

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Clara Efferin (Tabletop Illustrator) Interview: ep. 207 from 2023-08-02T16:03:38

Join Craig while he talks with Clara Efferin, a tabletop illustrator from Southeast Asia. Listen to them discuss her creative process and the future of AI art. Check out Clara's work HERE https://w...

RPG a Day: David Chapman (Cubicle 7) and Anthony Boyd (Triple Ace Games) Interview: ep. 206 from 2023-07-27T05:26:50

Craig sits down with David Chapman and Anthony Boyd, the people behind RPG a Day. Together they unravel the origins and significance of this popular annual event in the role-playing game communi...

Allison Arth (Little Oracles, Gentleman Bandit) Interview: ep. 205 from 2023-07-25T15:21:14

When I start an interview, I can never anticipate the tone or everything we will cover in the conversation. You are about to listen to me, and Allison dive into the nature of creativity. What we...

Ian Williams (Action Movie World) Interview: ep. 204 from 2023-07-19T20:46:35

Craig talks about action movies and games with Ian Williams, the creator of Action Movie World.

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Hobgoblin: Interview with Mike Hutchinson and Gregory Horton: ep. 203 from 2023-07-16T13:58:18

Could a square-base rank-and-file fantasy game have depth and finish in under two hours?

Craig talks with Mike and Gregory about their new game, Hobgoblin.

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Chris "Shep" Shepperson (SLA Industries, Gaia Complex, Rectify) Interview: ep. 202 from 2023-07-14T15:22:17

Craig talks with Shep about his history of creating RPGs. 

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Jason Durall (Chaosium, BRP, RuneQuest) Interview: ep. 201 from 2023-07-05T15:55:10

Craig interviews Jason Durall about his creative process, history, and work with 2d20 games, Basic Role Playing, RuneQuest (and more!)

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Craig Shipman AMA (Third Floor Wars Founder) Interview: ep. 200 from 2023-06-11T23:16:28

200 Episode - Ask ME Anything!

Guest: Craig Shipman, founder of Third Floor Wars

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Andrew Gillis (Girl by Moonlight) Interview: ep. 199 from 2023-05-29T23:44:44

What is a "Magical Girl" RPG?

Guest: Andrew Gillis, the creator of the new magical-girl RPG, Girl by Moonlight. 

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Charlie Menzies (Shiver RPG, Parable Games) Interview: ep. 198 from 2023-05-23T14:18:52

How can we transfer the feeling of reading or watching horror to the tabletop?

Craig talks with Charlie Menzies of Parable Games about the origin of the Shiver RPG.

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Kristen O’Neal & Kaitlin Bruder (Thin Places Radio) Interview: ep. 197 from 2023-04-24T17:00

Imagine a soothing NPR-esque voice talking about liminal horrors, the monsters that hide in the mundane, and the thin veil protecting our reality.  That is the Thin Places Radio podcast. Craig t...

René-Pier Deshaies-Gélinas (Stoneburner, Breathless) Interview: ep. 196 from 2023-04-19T20:00:07

Who doesn't want to hunt demons in a dwarven asteroid mine?

Craig sits down with RP and discusses how games like Stoneburner came to be.

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Epidiah Ravachol (Dread, Swords without Master) Interview: ep. 195 from 2023-04-11T13:00:26

Where do you get the idea to make a horror RPG that uses a Jenga tower??

Join Craig as he talks with Eppy Ravachol about his creative process and much more.

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Bud and Alex (Bud's RPG Review, Viral for CoC) Interview: ep. 194 from 2023-04-04T09:18:11

How does collaborating on RPG scenarios work?

Join Craig as he talks with Bud, from Bud's RPG Review YouTube channel, and prolific writer Alex, about their latest (but not last) colla...

Reiner Knizia (Tigris & Euphrates, Lost Cities) Interview: ep. 193 from 2023-03-24T12:23:10

How does a giant of board game design go from idea to box?

I talk with Reiner Knizia about his history and creative process.

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John Harper (Blades in the Dark, AGON) Interview: ep. 192 from 2023-02-28T16:30:52

I sat with John Harper to discuss his favorite movies, shows, music, and games. It became the two of us talking about great media for over three hours. I ask guests what they watch and play beca...

Stephen Dewey (Ten Candles) Interview: ep. 191 from 2023-02-20T06:00:16

What if the candles at the table are for the game, not the atmosphere?

Join me in discussing Ten Candles, To Serve Her Wintery Hunger, and more with Stephen Dewey. Where the idea of Ten C...

Watt (Cloud Empress, World's by Watt) Interview: ep. 190 from 2023-02-13T23:23:35

What if Mothership had MAGIC???

Join Craig and Watt as they discuss Watt's creative process and history as a designer. They discuss their newest offering, Cloud Empress, an expansive, Nau...

Bonus - 2023 ENNIE Awards Clip from 2023-01-25T18:53:41

I am finally shooting my shot! This is the clip I submitted for the 2023 ENNIE Awards for this podcast. Let's see what happens!

David Larkins (King Arthur Pendragon, Berlin the Wicked City) Interview: ep. 189 from 2023-01-18T10:00:08

Is King Arthur Pendragon the only PERFECT RPG ever made?

Craig talks with David Larkins, line editor at Chaosium for the King Arthur Pendragon RPG, to find out.

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Jeff Barber (Blue Planet, Upwind) Interview: ep. 188 from 2022-12-09T11:16:32

Frontier Hard Science Fiction - Blue Planet is a favorite RPG and getting a new edition.

Craig sits with Jeff Barber of Biohazard Games, the maker of Blue Planet and Upwind.

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Gregg and Deric of Session One Studios (Limelight RPG) Interview: ep. 187 from 2022-12-02T14:22:39

Are you ready to play high school students who share a deep love of music and start a band? 

Craig sits with Gregg and Deric of Session One Studios, makers of LIMELIGHT, the RPG.&nbs...

Nick of Goblin Archives (Liminal Horror, The Mall) Interview: ep. 186 from 2022-11-23T08:43:33

Into the Odd but PURE horror?

Craig sits down with Nick from Goblin Archives and talks about their games Liminal Horror and its supplements.

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Raph Damico (The Zone, Laughing Kaiju) Interview: ep. 185 from 2022-09-29T16:31:43

What about an RPG inspired by the movie Annihilation - NO GM needed?

Craig sits down with Raph Damico and they dig into The Zone.  It is Raph's storyteller strange, twisted, horror R...

Bläckfisk Publishing (Heroes of Cerulea, Blood Feud) Interview: ep. 184 from 2022-09-26T17:46:43

Lo-fi and lighthearted RPG… from SWEDEN?

I talk with Lucas Falk and Alf Peter Malmberg of Bläckfisk Publishing – the makers of the Heroes of Cerulea RPG. Bläckfisk Publishing is a Swedish...

Diogo Nogueira (Old Skull Publishing, Primal Quest) Interview: ep. 183 from 2022-09-25T12:15:15

Are any good games coming out of Brazil? The short answer is "yes," and Diogo Nogueira leads the charge.

Craig and Diogo talk about his process for creating OSR-inspired games. We learn h...

Rae Nedjadi (Apocalypse Keys, Our Haunt, Oathbreakers) Interview: ep. 182 from 2022-09-16T12:58:50

Monsters that battle against the Apocalypse while trying to retain some shred of their humanity? Yes. Please.

What challenges did the playtest of Apocalypse Keys bring? Join Craig as he s...

Navi and Shawn Drake (Dead Belt, Hedge, Skyworthy) Interview: ep. 181 from 2022-09-11T15:16:44

Craig talks with Navi and Shawn Drake about their new game on Kickstarter, Dead Belt. They dive into how their partnership works to create the games many people love.

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Andrew Peregrine (Dune, Dr Who, Opera House) Interview: ep. 180 from 2022-08-29T09:50:15

Join Craig and Andrew as they discuss many games Andrew's helped bring to life.

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Even Footing Games (Babies & Broadswords) Interview: ep. 179 from 2022-08-22T11:20:58

Fantasy RPG with babies?

Craig talks with Jason Cassidy and Jimmy St. James about the making of Babies and Broadswords.  Where did the idea emerge from? How did the mechanics change ...

Spencer Campbell (Slayers, RUNE, NOVA, LUMEN) Interview: ep. 178 from 2022-08-17T15:37:13

A souls-like solo roleplaying game? A no-prep asymmetrical monster-hunter TTRPG? Yes, please!

Craig sits with Spencer Campbell, and they talk about Spencer's unique approach to makin...

Blake Ryan (Nexus Modern Sorcery) Interview: ep. 176 from 2022-07-27T19:32:46

Magic in the Modern World - are you ready for Nexus?

Craig sits down with the prolific creator, Blake Ryan, and discusses his new game on Kickstarter and how it went from idea to ready-to...

Sean Sutter (Relicblade, Sludge) Interview: ep. 175 from 2022-07-24T13:32:03

Why are the fans of Relicblade so passionate?

Craig sits down with Sean and talks about his ground-breaking games.

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Mike Shea (Lazy Dungeon Master, Sly Flourish) Interview: ep. 174 from 2022-07-09T21:36:07

Could you be a LAZY Dungeon Master?

Craig sits down with the Lazy Dungeon Master and talks about his books and the D&D landscape.

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Clint Trucks (Stream of Blood, Ty and that Guy) Interview: ep. 173 from 2022-07-03T05:41:21

When did geek hobbies become mainstream and cool?  Craig and Clint discuss this and a ton more about RPGs, mechanics, and systems.

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Miranda Bourke (Wargamergirl) & Owen Beste (NOVA Open) Interview: ep. 172 from 2022-06-27T21:01:27

What does it take to plan and run a gaming convention for thousands of people?

Craig sits down with Miranda Bourke (Wargamergirl) and Owen Beste (NOVA Open) and discusses how they make Va...

Eric Alsandor (Rane in Blood for Mothership) Interview: ep. 171 from 2022-06-19T21:08:19

More Mothership RPG content? Yes, PLEASE!

Craig interviews Eric Alsandor, creator of the Rane in Blood Mothership adventure and sourcebook.

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Chris Birch (Modiphius, Achtung! Cthulhu) Interview: ep. 170 from 2022-06-15T05:58:55

How did Modipheus come out of nowhere to become a significant player in the tabletop gaming industry?

Join Craig as he talks to the founder of Modiphius about the company's origin and the...

Paul Mitchener (Liminal, Age of Arthur) Interview: ep. 169 from 2022-06-06T05:28:35

Why is Liminal hailed as a landmark RPG? Craig sits down with Paul Mitchener, and they discuss how and why he made Liminal and other games. Get Liminal: https://www.modiphius.net/en-us/collections/...

Stras Acimovic (Scum and Villainy, Band of Blades) Interview: ep. 168 from 2022-05-24T21:59:46

Can being a playtester lead to being a game designer?

Craig sits down with Stras Acimovic, and they discuss how and why he made Scum and Villainy, Band of Blades, and other games.

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John Wick (7th Sea, Legend of the 5 Rings) Interview: ep. 167 from 2022-05-11T05:18:41

Can watching Pro Wrestling make you a better GM?

Craig sits down with John Wick, and they discuss how and why he made L5R, 7th Sea, and many other games.

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Jason Cordova (Brindlewood Bay, the Gauntlet) Interview: ep. 166 from 2022-04-30T17:51:57

What if "Murder She Wrote" drank too much wine and hooked up with the Cthulhu Mythos?

Craig sits down with Jason Cordova, and they discuss how and why he made Brindlewood Bay, The Between...

Karen Twelves & Sean Nittner (Improv for Gamers) Interview: ep. 165 from 2022-04-19T05:00

Can players and GMs get more from their sessions with improv tools?   

Craig sits down with Karen Twelves and Sean Nittner to discuss the new Improv for Gamers 2nd edition.

John Harper & Sean Nittner RPG Round Table Interview: ep. 164 from 2022-04-16T10:44:33

Why will John Harper give up on an idea?  What makes Sean Nittner sought after as a design collaborator?  How does Craig prepare for interviews? 

These three sit down and i...

Jason Morningstar (Fiasco, Desperation, Night Witches) Interview: ep. 163 from 2022-04-10T21:04:33

Ground-breaking designer?  Yes.  Enthusiastic ambassador to the hobby?  Yes.  Kind and generous person?  Also, yes.

Craig sits down with Jason Morningstar and dis...

Shannon Appelcline (Designers & Dragons) Interview: ep. 162 from 2022-04-07T01:44:32

The entire history of RPGs over the last five decades in TWO HOURS?   We try! I talk with Shannon Appelcine, the author of the Designers & Dragons books, about the previous 50 year...

Ed Greenwood (Forgotten Realms, Fate of the Norns) Interview: ep. 161 from 2022-03-30T06:00

Who made the Forgotten Realms?

Craig sits down with the father of the Forgotten Realms, a (or THE) setting for Dungeons & Dragons.

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Ron Edwards (The Forge, Adept Play, Sorcerer) Interview: ep. 160 from 2022-03-20T10:00

Buckle up and listen as Craig sits down with Ron Edwards, and they talk about The Forge, the games he makes, the games we play, and how we play them.  

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Willow Jay (Webworld, Liminal_) Interview: ep. 159 from 2022-03-16T09:00

Giant spider apocalypse??  Sign me up!

Join Craig as he sits down with Willow Jay, the creator of the RPGs Webworld and Liminal_.

Check out Craig's flip through of Webworld he...

Joe O'Brien (Glass Cannon Network) Interview: ep. 158 from 2022-03-05T17:22:16

How did The Glass Cannon Network start??

Join Craig as he sits down with Joe O'Brien, one of the founders of the amazing Glass Cannon Network.  They discuss the origins of the networ...

Goodman Games (Dungeon Crawl Classics) Interview: ep. 157 from 2022-02-28T14:44:51

Why do people LOVE Dungeon Crawl Classics???

Join Craig as he sits down with some of the team responsible for the game and its supplements. They discuss the origins of the game, the signa...

Thomas Balding (Infinite Odyssey Games) Interview: ep. 156 from 2022-02-21T03:09:06

Join Craig while he sits down with author and designer Thomas Balding. Thomas discusses their newest RPG, Other Earths.

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Navi and Shawn Drake (Court of Blades) Interview - ep.120 from 2022-02-17T16:03:27

Join Craig, and his guests, Navi and Shawn Drake, as they talk about the Drakes' new Forged in the Dark game - Court of Blades.  Where did the concept come from?  How did they know they needed to p...

Johnn Four (5-Room Dungeon) Interview: ep. 155 from 2022-02-09T11:52:58

Join Craig while he sits down with author and designer, Johnn Four.  They discuss his approach to creating the popular 5-Room Dungeon concept and books.

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Ian Yusem (Hull Breach, The Drain) Interview: ep. 154 from 2022-01-18T07:00

Join Craig while he sits down with author and designer, Ian Yusem.  They discuss his approach to creating popular Mothership content like The Drain and Hull Breach.

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USFT Announcement: Bonus Malifaux News from 2022-01-17T18:00

Join Craig as he discusses BIG news for the future of the Malifaux US Faux Tour!

Join Craig as he discusses the future of the US Faux Tour

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Gaming and BS: BONUS episode from 2022-01-05T22:40:49

Bonus cross-promotion episode!

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Avery Alder (Monster Hearts, The Quiet Year) Interview: ep. 153 from 2021-12-29T12:07:39

Insider Insights interview!

Craig talks with Avery Alder about her creative approach and innovative RPG designs.

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Amit Moshe (City of Mist) Interview - ep. 152 from 2021-12-21T06:00

Join Craig as he talks with Amit Moshe (City of Mist) about his unique and fascinating RPG, City of Mist.

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Insider Insights: Amit Moshe (City of Mist) - ep. 152 from 2021-12-21T06:00

Join Craig as he talks with Amit Moshe (City of Mist) about his unique and fascinating RPG, City of Mist.

Check out City of Mist here: https://cityofmist.co/

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Malifaux: English Ivan Deep Dive - ep. 151 from 2021-12-14T06:00

Join Craig and his guests as they dive into the Malifaux Master, English Ivan.

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Insider Insights w/ Justin Alexander (The Alexandrian and Atlas Games - ep. 150) from 2021-12-07T01:04:24

Join Craig as he talks with Justin (The Alexandrian and Atlas Games) about his famous website and the large range of games he's helped bring to our tables.
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Justin Alexander (The Alexandrian and Atlas Games - ep. 150) from 2021-12-07T01:04:24

Join Craig as he talks with Justin (The Alexandrian and Atlas Games) about his famous website and the large range of games he's helped bring to our tables. The Alexandrian: https://thealexandrian.n...

Insider Insights w/ Tom Anders (Impact! Miniatures - ep.149) from 2021-12-01T23:26:09

Join Craig as he sits down with Tom Anders, owner of Impact! Miniatures.  

They discuss the process of bringing miniatures and dice from concept to production.  They also br...

Tom Anders (Impact! Miniatures - ep.149) from 2021-12-01T23:26:09

Join Craig as he sits down with Tom Anders, owner of Impact! Miniatures.   They discuss the process of bringing miniatures and dice from concept to production.  They also break down the future of t...

Malifaux: Path to Podium for Perth Australia - ep. 148 from 2021-11-17T22:30:47

Join Craig as he sits down with the three top finishers in a Malifaux tournament in Perth Australia. Please support us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Thirdfloorwars Playing at the World by Jo...

Insider Insights w/ Sage LaTorra (Dungeon World, The Doomed - ep.147 from 2021-11-14T10:55:40

Join Craig as he sits down and talks with Sage LaTorra.  They dig into the origins of Dungeon World and then spin off into some deep dives into design, approaches, and looking at games from...

Sage LaTorra (Dungeon World, The Doomed - ep.147) from 2021-11-14T10:55:40

Join Craig as he sits down and talks with Sage LaTorra.  They dig into the origins of Dungeon World and then spin off into some deep dives into design, approaches, and looking at games from the pas...

Insider Insights w/ Mike Hutchinson (Gaslands, A Billion Suns) - ep.146 from 2021-11-04T20:37:49

Join Craig as he talks with Mike about the origins and process of creating his games.  How did the innovative and elegant Gaslands and Billion Suns come into existence?  Grab your matc...

Mike Hutchinson (Gaslands, A Billion Suns) - ep.146 from 2021-11-04T20:37:49

Join Craig as he talks with Mike about the origins and process of creating his games.  How did the innovative and elegant Gaslands and Billion Suns come into existence?  Grab your matchbox cars and...

Insider Insights w/ Josh Thompson (Freelance Writer for Wyrd Games) - ep.145 from 2021-10-28T22:40:46

Join Craig as he talks with Josh Thompson, a freelance writer with Wyrd Games.  They talk about his process, how he became a writer and his love of the Malifaux setting.

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Josh Thompson (Freelance Writer for Wyrd Games) - ep.145 from 2021-10-28T22:40:46

Join Craig as he talks with Josh Thompson, a freelance writer with Wyrd Games.  They talk about his process, how he became a writer and his love of the Malifaux setting. Please support us on Patreo...

Mike Mason (Chaosium, Call of Cthulhu) - ep.144 from 2021-10-12T05:00

Join Craig as he talks with Mike Mason of Chaosium about his career and Call of Cthulhu.  It is the 40th anniversary of the game, and Chaosium has some great things going on to celebrate it." Hallo...

Insider Insights w/ Mike Mason (Chaosium, Call of Cthulhu) - ep.144 from 2021-10-12T05:00

Join Craig as he talks with Mike Mason of Chaosium about his career and Call of Cthulhu.  It is the 40th anniversary of the game, and Chaosium has some great things going on to celebrate it...

Fleur and Chelsea Sciortino (Flabbergasted RPG) - ep.143 from 2021-10-06T18:36:15

Join Craig as he talks with Fleur and Chelsea Sciortino; the makers of the RPG Flabbergasted.  It is on Kickstarter now and brings us Around the World in 80 days with a touch of Faulty Towers! Wand...

Insider Insights with Fleur and Chelsea Sciortino (Flabbergasted RPG) - ep.143 from 2021-10-06T18:36:15

Join Craig as he talks with Fleur and Chelsea Sciortino; the makers of the RPG Flabbergasted.  It is on Kickstarter now and brings us Around the World in 80 days with a touch of Faulty Towe...

Insider Insights with Steve Kenson (Mutants & Masterminds, ICONS, The Expanse, Shadowrun) - ep.142 from 2021-09-28T05:00

Join Craig as he talks with game designer, Steve Kenson.  They discuss his career, approach to design, and the several games he's made.  

Steve's Blog: https://stevekenson.c...

Steve Kenson (Mutants & Masterminds, ICONS, The Expanse, Shadowrun) - ep.142 from 2021-09-28T05:00

Join Craig as he talks with game designer, Steve Kenson.  They discuss his career, approach to design, and the several games he's made.   Steve's Blog: https://stevekenson.com/ ICONS on DriveThru: ...

Euripides: Malifaux Deep Dive with Ambrose and Lewis - ep.141 from 2021-09-21T17:18:17

Join Craig and his expert guests as they break down Euripides and the Savage keyword.

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Insider Insights with Freddie Taylor-Bell (Briar and Bramble) - ep.140 from 2021-09-14T16:42:37

Join Craig as he talks with developer, designer, writer, and creator, Freddie Taylor-Bell.  They talk about his history and approach to designing the RPG Briar and Bramble, which is now on ...

Freddie Taylor-Bell (Briar and Bramble) - ep.140 from 2021-09-14T16:42:37

Join Craig as he talks with developer, designer, writer, and creator, Freddie Taylor-Bell.  They talk about his history and approach to designing the RPG Briar and Bramble, which is now on Kickstar...

Insider Insights with Will Schoonover (Privateer Press, Monster Apocalypses, Broken Anvil) - ep.139 from 2021-09-07T12:50:27

Join Craig as he talks with developer and creator, Will Schoonover.  They talk about his history and approach to designing the tabletop games we love.

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Will Schoonover (Privateer Press, Monster Apocalypses, Broken Anvil) - ep.139 from 2021-09-07T12:50:27

Join Craig as he talks with developer and creator, Will Schoonover.  They talk about his history and approach to designing the tabletop games we love. You can follow Will on Twitter: https://twitte...

BONUS Drop in: Malifaux Pool Party Live Stream Explained from 2021-09-06T13:54:57

Join Craig as he explains what the Resurrectionist Pool Party stream for Malifaux is about.  

Come by tomorrow (Tuesday, Sept 7th) and watch us break down the faction live.

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Insider Insights with Shane Hensley (Deadlands, Savage Words, City of Villains) - ep.138 from 2021-08-31T05:00

Join Craig as he talks with company founder and creator, Shane Hensley of Pinnacle Entertainment.  They discuss the founding of the company, the origins of Deadlands and Savage Worlds, and ...

Shane Hensley (Deadlands, Savage Words, City of Villains) - ep.138 from 2021-08-31T05:00

Join Craig as he talks with company founder and creator, Shane Hensley of Pinnacle Entertainment.  They discuss the founding of the company, the origins of Deadlands and Savage Worlds, and the chal...

Insider Insights with Andrew E.C. Gaska (Alien, Planet of the Apes, Predator) - ep.137 from 2021-08-26T13:39:01

Join Craig as he talks with writer and creator Andrew E.C. Gaska about his career, approach to writing and creating excellent tabletop content, and how the Alien RPG came to be.

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Andrew E.C. Gaska (Alien, Planet of the Apes, Predator) - ep.137 from 2021-08-26T13:39:01

Join Craig as he talks with writer and creator Andrew E.C. Gaska about his career, approach to writing and creating excellent tabletop content, and how the Alien RPG came to be. Here is the Carbon ...

Insider Insights with John Scott Tynes (MtG, Delta Green, Puppetland) - ep.136 from 2021-08-21T23:41:47

Join Craig as he talks with creator John Scott Tynes about his career, approach to creating excellent tabletop content, and how to up your game as a GM.

Check out the newest Delta Gre...

John Scott Tynes (MtG, Delta Green, Puppetland) - ep.136 from 2021-08-21T23:41:47

Join Craig as he talks with creator John Scott Tynes about his career, approach to creating excellent tabletop content, and how to up your game as a GM. Check out the newest Delta Green KS here: ht...

Parker Barrows: Malifaux Deep Dive with Cody and Manuel - ep.135 from 2021-08-18T05:00

Join Craig and his guests, Cody and Manuel, as they break down Parker and the Bandit crew for Malifaux.   Check out Cody's great pod here: https://anchor.fm/swampfiends Please support us on Patreon...

Insider Insights with Erik Granström (Forbidden Lands) - ep.134 from 2021-08-10T05:00

Join Craig as he talks with author Erik Granström, creator of the setting for the RPG Forbidden Lands from Free League Publishing.  We discuss his approach to writing novels and gaming mate...

Erik Granström (Forbidden Lands) - ep.134 from 2021-08-10T05:00

Join Craig as he talks with author Erik Granström, creator of the setting for the RPG Forbidden Lands from Free League Publishing.  We discuss his approach to writing novels and gaming material.  H...

Insider Insights with Lynne Hardy (Children of Fear, Actung! Cthulhu) - ep.133 from 2021-08-09T10:03:55

Join Craig as he talks with Lynne Hardy about her career and creations for the tabletop role playing industry.  They discuss her game Cogs, Cakes & Swordsticks, Actung! Cthulhu, and everything she ...

Insider Insights with Colin Young (Battle Systems) - ep.132 from 2021-08-03T05:00

Join Craig as he talks with Colin Young of Battle Systems.  They discuss how the company was formed, the process of making their terrain, and their new boxed miniature game CORE SPACE.

Insider Insights with Nate Wolf (Freelance Writer, Wyrd Games) - ep.131 from 2021-07-27T05:00

Join Craig and freelance writer Nate Wolf as they talk about the joy and challenges of writing in the tabletop industry.  They discuss Wyrd Games' Malifaux setting, the reality of being fre...

Insider Insights with Michael Konas (Dog Might Games) - ep.130 from 2021-07-20T05:00

Join Craig and Micheal Konas of Dog Might Games as they discuss the craft, creativity, and challenges behind some of the best gaming accessories available.  What led him to found the compan...

Insider Insights with Robin D. Laws (GUMSHOE, Feng Shui, Hillfolk) - ep.129 from 2021-07-08T05:00

Join Craig and designer Robin Laws as they talk about his process for creating innovative games.  How did Robin get his start in the RPG industry?  What are the origins of Feng Shui an...

Insider Insights with Meguey and Vincent Baker (Apocalypse World, Lumpley Games) - ep.128 from 2021-07-06T05:00

Join Craig, Meguey Baker, and Vincent Baker as they discuss their creative process and approach.  Where did the seeds of Apocalypse World first appear?  What do they think of the PbtA ...

Insider Insights with Writer Mike Wallace (Wyrd Games, "Death Dealers") - ep.127 from 2021-06-22T09:27:19

Join Craig, and his guest Mike Wallace, as they discuss how he became a published author.  They talk about his work for Wyrd Games and how he has contributed to the lore of Malifaux.  They finish g...

Malifaux Deep Dive: Reva - ep.126 from 2021-06-15T05:00

Join Craig, and his guests Bryan Bauer and Ewan Bailey-Thiele, as they break down Reva and her keyword.  What does she do on the table?  What are good models to hire into her crew? &nb...

Insider Insights with Robert Schwalb (D&D 5e, Shadow of the Demon Lord) - ep.125 from 2021-06-10T05:00

Join Craig, and his guest Robert Schwalb, talk about Robert's career from Green Ronin to Wizards of the Coast to creating his own games.  

Check out his website: https://schwalbenter...

Insider Insights with Tom Greenway (Moonstone) - ep.124 from 2021-06-07T05:00

Join Craig and Tom from Goblin King Games as they discuss Moonstone.  It is a miniatures skirmish game in a fantasy world.  Stick around until the end when Tom reveals some of the plan...

BONUS Drop-In: June is JAM PACKED with Content! from 2021-06-04T21:10:07

Join Craig as he gives a preview of all the content coming out from the Third Floor.  Two Kickstarters ending from friends of the show.  Two RPG live streams!  Four new episodes o...

Insider Insights with Fabrice Massad and James Regan (Redgrass Games) - ep.123 from 2021-06-04T18:45:17

Join Craig, and his guests, Fabrice Massad and James Reegan of Redgrass Games, as they discuss how their company creates hobby accessories.  They discuss the Regrass wet palette, brushes, a...

Insider Insights with Isaac Vega and Lindsey Rode (Rose Gauntlet Entertainment) - ep.122 from 2021-06-01T05:00

Join Craig, and his guests, Isaac Vega and Lindsey Rode, as they talk about their careers and latest release.  They discuss Dead of Winter, Labryinthos, and Keystone: North America.  W...

Insider Insights with Alyssa Menold (Freelance Artist, Wyrd, Dog Might Games) - ep.121 from 2021-05-25T05:00

Join Craig, and his guest Alyssa Menold, as they talk about Alyssa's career as a freelance artist for tabletop companies like Wyrd Games.  How did she break into the business?  What to...

Insider Insights with Navi and Shawn Drake (Court of Blades) - ep.120 from 2021-05-13T05:00

Join Craig, and his guests, Navi and Shawn Drake, as they talk about the Drakes' new Forged in the Dark game - Court of Blades.  Where did the concept come from?  How did they know the...

Insider Insights with Jared Logan (Stream of Blood) - ep.119 from 2021-05-11T05:00

Join Craig, and his guest Jared Logan, as they talk about Jared's career as a standup comedian and GM for Stream of Blood.  They discuss what makes RPGs so great and Jared gives actionable ...

Jared Logan (Stream of Blood) - ep.119 from 2021-05-11T05:00

Join Craig, and his guest Jared Logan, as they talk about Jared's career as a standup comedian and GM for Stream of Blood.  They discuss what makes RPGs so great and Jared gives actionable advice o...

Malifaux Deep Dive: Perdita and the Family Crew - ep.118 from 2021-05-04T05:00

Join Craig, and his guests, as they breakdown the Malifaux master Perdita Ortega and the Family keyword.

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Rowan, Rook, and Decard (Unbound, Spire, Heart) - ep.117 from 2021-04-27T05:00

Join Craig and his guest Chris and Grant, discussing how they created their RPGs; Unbound, Spire, and Heart.  We dig into the company's founding, what inspired these games, and what makes them uniq...

Insider Insights with Rowan, Rook, and Decard (Unbound, Spire, Heart) - ep.117 from 2021-04-27T05:00

Join Craig and his guest Chris and Grant, discussing how they created their RPGs; Unbound, Spire, and Heart.  We dig into the company's founding, what inspired these games, and what makes t...

BONUS Drop In: What we know (and don't know) about the GG2 changes to Wyrd Games' Malifaux from 2021-04-22T12:42:49

Craig shares his thoughts on the most recent changes to Malifaux.

Expert Roundtable: The Rise and Fall of Guildball - ep.116 from 2021-04-20T05:00

Join Craig and his guests, Pete, Michael, and Johnny, as they discuss the beginning, middle, and demise of the tabletop mini-game of Guildball.  How did it become one of the most popular co...

Keith Baker (Eberron, Adventure Zone:BoB) - ep.115 from 2021-04-13T05:00

Join Craig and his guest, Keith Baker, as they discuss the D&D setting Keith created, Eberron.  What makes it such a popular setting?  How did the idea come about and how has it changed?  They also...

Insider Insights with Keith Baker (Eberron, Adventure Zone:BoB) - ep.115 from 2021-04-13T05:00

Join Craig and his guest, Keith Baker, as they discuss the D&D setting Keith created, Eberron.  What makes it such a popular setting?  How did the idea come about and how has it ch...

Expert Roundtable: Why We Win Tabletop Games like Malifaux - ep.114 from 2021-04-06T05:00

Join Craig and his guests, Greg Piskosz, Bryan Bauer, and Ewan Bailey-Thiele, as they discuss what winning players do to win games like Malifaux.  What is their thought process before and d...

Insider Insights with Brett Bloczynski (Gaming and BS) - ep.113 from 2021-03-30T05:00

Join Craig, and his guest Brett Blocznski, as they talk about Brett's setting for D&D, The Streets of Avalon, the last 20 years in the RPG industry, and thoughts on what an RPG is.

St...

Brett Bloczynski (Gaming and BS) - ep.113 from 2021-03-30T05:00

Join Craig, and his guest Brett Blocznski, as they talk about Brett's setting for D&D, The Streets of Avalon, the last 20 years in the RPG industry, and thoughts on what an RPG is. Streets of Avalo...

Expert Roundtable: Competitive vs. Casual Games and Gamers - ep.112 from 2021-03-23T05:00

Join Craig and his guests, Jamie Perkins, James Baldwin, and James Doxey, as they discuss the concept of competitive versus casual games and gamers.  Is there a difference?  Why does t...

Expert Roundtable: Is Marvel Crisis Protocol a Competitive Game? - ep.111 from 2021-03-16T05:00

Join Craig and his guests, Sugi, Chris, and Todd from TurnZer0, make the case that Marvel Crisis Protocol is more than a "beer and pretzel" game.  Is it a great competitive game too with al...

Insider Insights with Mari Tokuda (Freelance Writer for Wyrd, Designer) - ep.110 from 2021-03-09T06:00

Join Craig and his guest, Mari Tokuda, as they discuss Mari's career, writing for Wyrd Games, designing digital games, and surviving as a freelance artist.

Find everything Mari here: http...

Mari Tokuda (Freelance Writer for Wyrd, Designer) - ep.110 from 2021-03-09T06:00

Join Craig and his guest, Mari Tokuda, as they discuss Mari's career, writing for Wyrd Games, designing digital games, and surviving as a freelance artist. Find everything Mari here: https://www.ma...

Malifaux Path to Podium: New England Event - ep.109 from 2021-03-02T06:00

Join Craig and his guests as they explain how they made podium at a recent Malifaux event in New England.

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John Harper (Blades in the Dark, AGON) Interview - ep.108 from 2021-02-16T06:00

Join Craig and his guest, John Harper, dive into John's process for creating the games Blades in the Dark and AGON.  They discuss where the ideas came from, how the mechanics and lore developed ove...

Insider Insights with John Harper (Blades in the Dark, AGON) - ep.108 from 2021-02-16T06:00

Join Craig and his guest, John Harper, dive into John's process for creating the games Blades in the Dark and AGON.  They discuss where the ideas came from, how the mechanics and lore devel...

Expert Roundtable: Why Do We Lose Games? - ep.107 from 2021-02-09T06:00

Join Craig, and his guests, as they discuss why they lose at games like Malifaux.  It is a deep discussion about aspects of competitive mini gaming that lead to wins and losses.

Chec...

Star Wars RPG Actual Play: Fist Full of Credits Session 3 - ep. 106 from 2021-02-02T06:00

Be sure to listed to the previous 2 sessions to get all the action! 

The video on the narrative dice starring Anthony (from a previous Insider Insights episode): https://www.youtube....

BONUS Drop in: What's Next (February '21 Edition) from 2021-02-01T01:18:32

Craig goes over what the podcast episode schedule is for February and March then reveals what episodes are recorded and the Patreons are voting on RIGHT NOW for April and May!

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Insider Insights: Dennis Detwiller (Magic the Gathering, Delta Green) - ep. 105 from 2021-01-19T06:00

Join Craig and his guest (Dennis Detwiller) as they discuss Dennis' career, the Delta Green RPG and the role-playing industry.

Check out everything Arc Dream Publishing here: https://arcd...

Dennis Detwiller (Magic the Gathering, Delta Green) - ep. 105 from 2021-01-19T06:00

Join Craig and his guest (Dennis Detwiller) as they discuss Dennis' career, the Delta Green RPG and the role-playing industry. Check out everything Arc Dream Publishing here: https://arcdream.com/h...

Malifaux Deep Dive: Von Schill and the Freikorps - ep. 104 from 2021-01-12T06:00

Join Craig and his guests (Steve Johnston and Brian Gresham) dive in and discuss the Outcast master Von Schill and the Freikorps crew.

Support us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Thir...

Expert Roundtable: Is Play Important? - ep.103 from 2021-01-05T06:00

Join Craig and his guests (Heather Murphy and Patrick E. McLean) as they discuss the importance of play.  Is play important for kids?  For adults?

Check out Patrick's work here:...

Expert Roundtable: From Warmachine to Malifaux - ep.102 from 2020-12-22T06:00

Join Craig and his guests (Cody, Brian and Dave) as the discuss why they loved Warmachine and Hordes, why it fell out of favor and led them to Malifaux. Support us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon....

Insider Insights: Malifaux Explorers with Matt and Kyle (Wyrd Games) - ep. 101 from 2020-12-15T06:00

Join Craig as he sits down and chats with Matt Carter and Kyle Rowan (Wyrd Games) about the newest faction in Malifaux - Explorers!  They discuss how they came up with the ideas and even di...

Malifaux Explorers with Matt and Kyle (Wyrd Games) - ep. 101 from 2020-12-15T06:00

Join Craig as he sits down and chats with Matt Carter and Kyle Rowan (Wyrd Games) about the newest faction in Malifaux - Explorers!  They discuss how they came up with the ideas and even dig into e...

SPECIAL 100th episode! - ep.100 from 2020-12-08T06:00

WOW!  Join Craig and Cody as they chat about the milestone for this podcast.  Don't miss the blooper and outtake reels at the end!

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Malifaux Path to Podium: Western Australian Event - ep. 99 from 2020-12-01T06:00

Join Craig as he talks to the podium for an in-person event in Australia!  They had enough players that felt comfortable with the safety protocols to do what many of us miss – play a tourna...

BONUS Drop In: Preview of a New Malifaux Podcast "Badlands Radio!" from 2020-11-23T20:23:59

Join Craig as he shares a sneak peek of a new Malifaux podcast "Badlands Radio"

Support us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Thirdfloorwars: https://ttcombat.com/

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BONUS Drop In: Preview of a New Podcast "The Boring Conversation" from 2020-11-21T14:53:25

Join Craig as he shares a sneak peek of a new Malifaux podcast "Boring Conversation"

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Insider Insights with Lewis Clarke (Carnevale, Dropship, and Rumbleslam) - ep. 98 from 2020-11-17T06:00

Join Craig as his guest, Lewis Clarke, discuss the behind the scenes of game development with TTCombat.   Check out the new retail store in Bromley, UK: Check out all their games and terrain here: ...

Lewis Clarke (Carnevale, Dropship, and Rumbleslam) - ep. 98 from 2020-11-17T06:00

Join Craig as his guest, Lewis Clarke, discuss the behind the scenes of game development with TTCombat.   Check out the new retail store in Bromley, UK: Check out all their games and terrain here: ...

Star Wars RPG Actual Play: Fist Full of Credits Session 2 - ep. 97 from 2020-11-10T06:00

Join Craig as his players (Nick Westbrook, Robert Singer, Roman Hechenberger, Keith Suderman, and Vaclav Muzik) continue on an epic Star Wars adventure using Fantasy Flight's Edge of Empire syst...

The Mechanical History of Malifaux - ep. 96 from 2020-11-03T06:00

Join Craig as his guests, Andrew Lubich and Mark Williams talk about the mechanical evolution of Wyrd Games' Malifaux from 1st edition through 3rd edition.

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Insider Insights with Bryce Johnston (Dark Souls the Card Game and Guild Ball) - ep. 95 from 2020-10-20T05:00

Join Craig as his guest, Bryce Johnston, discuss the behind the scenes of game development.  They cover many topics including playtesting, reality of the industry, trends and inclusion.

Bryce Johnston (Dark Souls the Card Game and Guild Ball) - ep. 95 from 2020-10-20T05:00

Join Craig as his guest, Bryce Johnston, discuss the behind the scenes of game development.  They cover many topics including playtesting, reality of the industry, trends and inclusion. Check out B...

Malifaux Deep Dive: Mei Feng and the Foundry - ep. 94 from 2020-10-13T05:00

Join Craig as his guests (Brandon Lynch and Jeremy Peace) give in-depth analysis and advice on Mei Feng and the Foundry crew for Malifaux.  They explain their core crews, must-take models, ...

The Case for Godtear: Should you be playing this game? - ep. 93 from 2020-10-06T05:00

Join Craig as his guests (James Doxey and Pete Kain) explain why they love the game Godtear from Steamforged games.  

Check out James' blog here: https://grumpysarn.wixsite.com/objec...

Malifaux Path to Podium: Summer Vassal League - ep. 92 from 2020-09-22T05:00

Join Craig as his guests (Bryan Bauer, Alexander Sälldin, and Oliver Hedges) talk through how they finished in the top 3 for this global event.  They discuss, round-by-round what crews the ...

Star Wars RPG Actual Play: Fist Full of Credits Session 1 - ep. 91 from 2020-09-15T05:00

Join Craig as his players (Nick Westbrook, Robert Singer, Roman Hechenberger, Keith Suderman, and Vaclav Muzik) embark on an epic Star Wars adventure using Fantasy Flight's Edge of Empire system...

Insider Insight: Craft to Career with Chris van der Linden of Loresmyth - ep. 90 from 2020-09-08T13:54:09

Join Craig and his guest, Chris van der Linden, as they discuss how Chris took a hobby and a creative outlet and transformed it into a successful gaming business.  Chris covers the small st...

Chris van der Linden of Loresmyth - ep. 90 from 2020-09-08T13:54:09

Join Craig and his guest, Chris van der Linden, as they discuss how Chris took a hobby and a creative outlet and transformed it into a successful gaming business.  Chris covers the small steps he t...

Malifaux Deep Dive: Viktoria Chambers and the Mercenary Crew - ep. 89 from 2020-09-01T05:00

Join Craig as his guests, Cody Hiatt and Maria Veeland explain how to get the most from Viktoria and the Mercenary keyword.  What are their common hires?  What strategies and schemes d...

Insider Insights on Role Playing Games with Anthony Boyd (Runeslinger) - ep. 88 from 2020-08-25T05:00

Join Craig as he sits down and talks with Anthony Boyd (Runeslinger on YouTube) about role-playing games.  He goes in-depth on the past, present and future of RPGs.  He gives practical...

Anthony Boyd (Runeslinger) - ep. 88 from 2020-08-25T05:00

Join Craig as he sits down and talks with Anthony Boyd (Runeslinger on YouTube) about role-playing games.  He goes in-depth on the past, present and future of RPGs.  He gives practical and valuable...

Malifaux Deep Dive: Nekima and the Nephilim Crew - ep. 87 from 2020-08-18T05:00

Join Craig as his guests, Greg Piskosz and Andre Demings explain how to get the most from Nekima and the Nephilim keyword.  What are their common hires?  What strategies and schemes do the like wit...

Insider Insight: Tabletop Gaming Then and Now with Jamie Perkins (Guild Ball, Godtear) - ep. 86 from 2020-08-11T05:00

Join Craig as he talks to Jamie Perkins about the past, present, and future of tabletop gaming. Follow Jamie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JAMIEPERKlNS Support us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon...

Malifaux Tactics: Dealing with Aggressive Alpha Crews - ep. 85 from 2020-08-04T05:00

Join us as Joshua MacAran does a guest spot and shares his thoughts on how to deal with aggressive Alpha-Strike crews in Malifaux 3rd Edition.  

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Insider Insight Through the Breach RPG with Dead Aussie Gamer - ep. 84 from 2020-07-28T05:00

Join Craig as he talks to Michael Kesavan (Dead Aussie Gamer) about Wyrd's Through the Breach roleplaying system.  They discuss what makes it great and unique, how to be a better player (an...

Gaming Round Table: Parenting, Kids and Gaming - ep. 83 from 2020-07-21T05:00

Join Craig and his guests, Keith Suderman and Sarah-Anne Lahaie, as they discuss being parents that game, introducing and raising kids who game, and how to introduce gaming to kids.

Check...

Malifaux Expert Round Table: Gaining Grounds Season 1 - ep. 82 from 2020-07-14T05:00

Join Ray and his guests as the breakdown and discuss everything in the Gaining Grounds Season 1 packet.  New strategy and schemes, FAQ, and the errata.  What did they like?  What ...

Insider Insight with Jay Little (designer of X-Wing and Star Wars RPG) - ep. 81 from 2020-07-07T05:00

Join Craig and his guest, Jay Little, as they discuss the games Jay has designed including the X-Wing Miniature game, Edge of Empire RPG, and many more.  Learn how Jay approaches designing ...

Titania (Neverborn) Malifaux Deep Dive with Matt and Ambrose - ep. 80 from 2020-06-30T05:00

Join Craig and his guests, Matthew Peterson and Ambrose Ingram, as they discuss Titania for Neverborn.  Is she the best first master in the game? What makes the crew work?  What are the key hires? ...

Ulix (Bayou) Malifaux Deep Dive with Reice Chaudhry - ep. 79 from 2020-06-23T05:00

Join Craig and his guest, Reice, as they discuss Ulix for Bayou.  What makes the crew work?  What are the key hires?  What pools do they excel in?  How do you counter them? Support us on Patreon!: ...

Insider Insight with Ash Barker (GMG) - ep. 78 from 2020-06-16T05:00

Join Craig as he talks with Ash Barker of Guerilla Miniature Games and YouTube fame.  They discuss game design, what makes a game fun, and what miniature gaming looks like in a post-COVID w...

Malifaux Path to Podium: Las Vegas Open - ep. 77 from 2020-06-09T05:00

Join Craig as he talks to the three top placers in the Las Vegas Open.  Learn what crews they took, how they played them, and the key decisions that led to their victories.

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Gaming Round Table: Good, Bad and Ugly Mini Games - ep 76 from 2020-06-02T05:00

Join Craig, and his guests, Pete Kain and Chris Yuen, talk about seven of the biggest miniature games being played today.  What is good about them?  What is not so good about them? &nb...

Insider Insight with James Baldwin (Drowned Earth Miniature Game) - ep 75 from 2020-05-26T05:00

Join Craig, and his guest, James Baldwin, talks about the process of designing a game and bringing it to market.  Learn how he goes from concept to complete game.

Check out his Drown...

Malifaux: Dashel Barker (Guild) Deep Dive with Adam and Jesse - ep 74 from 2020-05-19T05:00

Join Craig as his guests, Adam Talbot and Jesse Watson, dive into Dashel Barker and the Guard keyword.  Discover their core crew and the models they flex into.  Learn the keyword's 2nd...

Path to Podium: 2019 Charlotte Malifaux Tournament - ep 73 from 2020-05-12T05:00

Join Craig as his guests discuss how they made the podium for a Malifaux tournament last year in Charlotte, NC.  They reveal what crews they played, which crews they faced, and the key decisions th...

Edge of Empire Live Play: Flashback to Toydaria - ep. 72 from 2020-05-05T05:00

Join Craig as he runs an RPG session of Edge of Empire for four players.  This is a flashback session that happens a year before the main campaign occurs.  You can follow the main campaign on the Y...

Insider Insight: Michael and Bob from Mount Tiki Games - ep. 71 from 2020-04-28T05:00

Join Craig, and his guests, Michael Matteson and Bob Moffa, talk about the process of designing a game and bringing it to market.  They focus on their new game, “unPerfect Heroes: Battle Lines”. Ch...

Jack Daw (Resurrectionist): Malifaux Deep Dive - ep 70 from 2020-04-21T07:45:45

Join Craig as his guests explain how they play Jack Daw and the Tormented crew. What is their core crew, their flex picks, and their favorite pools? At the end, they discuss how to counter the k...

Living with a Tabletop Hobbyist Round Table - ep. 69 from 2020-04-14T05:00

Join Craig as his guests (Perris King, Alexandra Elizabeth and Andrea Shipman) discuss what it is like to live with a Table Top gamer.  How do you find balance?  Manage time and space?...

Why Ray (and you) Should be Playing Skytear - ep 68 from 2020-04-07T05:00

Join Ray as he discusses the new game Skytear with Giacomo Neri of PvP Geeks.  They go over how the game plays, what makes it unique and all of the key mechanics. 

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Mah Tucket (Bayou): Malifaux Deep Dive - ep 67 from 2020-03-31T05:00

Join Craig as his guests (AJ Barr and Oliver Borden) explain how Bayou Mah Tucket and the Tricksy crew work in Malifaux 3rd Edition.  They discuss how to run the crew successfully, what strats and ...

Malifaux Path to Podium: NC Grand Tournament - ep 66 from 2020-03-24T05:00

Join Craig as his guests (Cody Hiatt, Johnathan Pravlik and Brandon Lynch) explain how they did so well in the 2019 5-round Grand Tournament event held last November in North Carolina.  They explai...

Malifaux Tactica: Fate Deck and Control Hand with Ray Flynn - ep 65 from 2020-03-17T05:00

Join Ray as he takes questions about the fate deck and control hand from the audience.  

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Malifaux Insider Insight: Matt and Kyle from Wyrd Games - ep 64 from 2020-03-10T01:04:22

Join Craig as his guests Kyle and Matt from Wyrd Games discuss Gaining Grounds Season 1, the first M32 FAQ and Errata.  A must-listen episode.

Check out Matt's other episode (21) her...

Leveticus: Malifaux Deep Dive with Josh Antoline and Owen Beste - ep 63 from 2020-03-03T06:00

Join Craig as his guests (Josh Antoline and Owen Beste) explain how Outcast Leveticus and the Amalgam crew work in Malifaux 3rd Edition.  They discuss how to run the crew successfully, what...

Why Ray (and you) Should be Playing Star Breach by Slow Death Games - ep 62 from 2020-02-25T06:00

Join Ray as his guest Chris (owner of Slow Death Games) explains their newest release, Star Breach! 

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Malifaux Path to Podium: Breach in the North 4 - ep 61 from 2020-02-18T06:00

Join Craig as his guests (James Doxey, Emma Newham and Tom Panah) explain how they did so well in the 2019 Breach in the North event.  They explain what crews the took, what they faced and ...

Malifaux Path to Podium: Swedish Nationals ep. 60 from 2020-02-11T06:00

Join Craig as his guests (Victor Forsberg, Joakim Abragamsson and Adreas Soder) explain how they did so well in the 2019 Swedish Nationals event.  They explain what crews the took, what the...

Malifaux Deep Dive: Wong (Bayou) - ep 59 from 2020-02-04T06:00

Join Craig as his guest breaks down WONG and the Wiz Bang keyword.  What does this crew do on the table?  What models make up the core crew?  What strategies do they excel in?  What schemes do they...

Marvel Crisis Protocol: In-Depth Look - ep 58 from 2020-01-27T22:07:57

Join Ray and his guests from 3 Men and a War Game as they discuss everything MCP.  They talk about what they love and what they don't love about the game.  They share their hopes for the future and...

Malifaux Deep Dive: Lucius (Guild) - ep 57 from 2020-01-20T20:28:49

Join Craig and his guests (Jesse Watson and Geir Vikan) as they break down Lucius and the Elite keyword.  What does this crew do on the table?  What models make up the core crew?  ...

Malifaux Hot Topics with Kyle and Kevin - ep 56 from 2020-01-13T13:18:46

Join Craig and his guests (Kyle Bode and Kevin Tschopik) discuss some hot topics floating around the Malifaux ecosystem.  What do these podcasters think about M3e and its launch?  Are there any mod...

Malifaux Path to Podium (TeddyFaux) - ep 55 from 2020-01-07T06:00

Join Craig and his guests (Matthew Overton and James Bryant) discuss how they performed in the 3-round Teddyfaux tournament in western Australia.  What did they play?  What did they play against?  ...

Why Ray (and you) Should be Playing Marvel Crisis Protocol - ep 54 from 2019-12-31T06:00

Join Ray as his guests, Chris and Jesse (from Fury's Finest), make the case that he (and you) need to be playing Marvel Crisis Protocol by Atomic Mass Games.  They explain what makes the game uniqu...

Playing Malifaux Online: Vassal with Dan Brown and Steve Johnston - ep 53 from 2019-12-24T06:00

Join Craig as his guests, Dan Brown and Steve Johnston, discuss how anyone can play Malifaux online with anyone in the world.  They explain how to install and run Vassal, how to find a game and som...

Bonus! Malifaux Editorial: a Case Against Master Hiring from 2019-12-19T15:01:17

This is a bonus episode with a guest editorial.  Joshua MacAran, after hearing the recent Expert Round Table II episode, offers some unique insight on why master hiring is more complicated ...

Malifaux Expert Round Table II with Roman, Cody and Robert - Episode 52 from 2019-12-17T06:00

Join Craig as his guests, Cody Hiatt, Roman Hechenberger and Robert Singer discuss several hot topics in the Malifaux community along with several segments devoted to making you a better Malifaux p...

Ophelia LaCroix (Bayou) Deep Dive with Jesse Ellis - Episode 51 from 2019-12-10T06:00

Join Craig as his guest, Jesse Ellis, reveals how to get the most from Ophelia and the Kin crew.  What models make up the core crew?  What models does she bring in for certain pools? &...

Toni Ironsides (Arcanists) Deep Dive with Doug Broman - Episode 50 from 2019-12-03T06:00

Join Craig as his guest, Doug Broman, reveals how to get the most from Toni Ironsides and the M&SU crew.  What models make up the core crew?  What models does she bring in for cert...

Asami (Ten Thunders) Deep Dive with Alyx Drake and Greg Piskosz - Episode 49 from 2019-11-26T06:00

Join Craig as his guests, Alyx Drake and Greg Piskosz, reveals how to get the most from Asami and the Oni crew.  What models make up the core crew?  What models does she bring in for c...

Malifaux Path to Podium: 2019 Russian Nationals - Episode 48 from 2019-11-19T06:00

Join Craig and his guests, Nikolay Galeev, Cris Govyazon and Dmitrii Kevorkov, as they explain how they ended up on the podium for the 2019 Russian Nationals GT.  They discuss, round-by-rou...

Seamus (Resurrectionist) Deep Dive with Steve Bynum - Episode 47 from 2019-11-12T06:00

Join Craig as his guest, Steve Bynum, reveals how to get the most from Seamus and the Red Chapel crew.  What models make up the core crew?  What models does he bring in for certain poo...

Insider Insight: M3e Crew Builder App - Episode 46 from 2019-11-05T06:00

Join Craig as he talks with DZ - the man responsible for the M3e Crew Builder App.  DZ explains how the idea of the app started and how, in a few short months, it went from concept to relea...

Malifaux Path to Podium: 2019 English GT - Episode 45 from 2019-10-29T05:00

Join Craig and his guests, Jamie Varney, James Doxey and Paul Butler, as they explain how they ended up on the podium for the 2019 English GT.  They discuss, round-by-round, what they broug...

Bonus Episode - NC Grand Tournament and USFT Update from 2019-10-25T12:27:40

A short bonus episode where I talk about the December Decimation GT, an update to the scoring for USFT and give our patrons a shout out!  Regular episodes will continue every Tuesday.

Pandora (Neverborn) Deep Dive with Geoff Mansker - Episode 44 from 2019-10-22T05:00

Join Craig and his guest, Geoff Mansker, reveals how to get the most from Pandora and the Woe crew.  What models make up the core crew?  What models does he bring in for certain pools?...

Malifaux Expert Round Table: Henchmen (with David Brown and Carl Lee) - Episode 43 from 2019-10-15T05:00

Join Craig and his guests David Brown and Carl Lee discuss what it takes to make a strong Malifaux community.  These henchmen discuss what they do to foster and grow their meta, how they ru...

Shenlong (Ten Thunders) Deep Dive with Peter Sidaway - Episode 42 from 2019-10-07T20:56:26

Join Craig as his guest, Peter Sidaway, gives a deep dive into making Shenlong and his crew effective in Malifaux 3rd edition.  He explains what models he brings in, the role they play in s...

Charles Hoffman (Arcanist) Deep Dive with Matt Lewin - Episode 41 from 2019-09-30T05:00

Join Craig as his guest, Matt Lewin, gives a deep dive into making Charles Hoffman and his crew effective as an Arcanist in Malifaux 3rd edition.  He explains what models he brings in, the ...

Path to Podium: NOVA 2019 Round Table - Episode 40 from 2019-09-23T14:37:24

Join Craig as his guests (Stephen Bynum, Oliver Borden and Cody Hiatt), fresh off their podium finish at NOVA, talk through how they played their five rounds.  This is an expert round table...

Tara (Outcast) Deep Dive with Owen and Cody - Episode 39 from 2019-09-17T03:09:38

Join Craig as his guests (Owen Beste and Cody Hiatt) reveal why Outcast players are putting Tara on the table in Malifaux 3rd edition. They go in-depth on how to maximize the crew's effectiveness. ...

Brewmaster (Bayou) Deep Dive with Roman and John - Episode 38 from 2019-09-10T05:00

Join Craig as his guests (Roman Hechenberger and John Fox) reveal why Bayou players are bringing Brewmaster to the table for Malifaux 3rd edition. They go in-depth on how to maximize the crew's ...

Malifaux Path to Podium with Ray Flynn - Episode 37 from 2019-09-02T20:01:22

Join Ray Flynn as he reveals how he won a recent 3-round event in Charlotte NC.  He planned on taking three different masters into each round but his plans changed.  Learn how he decid...

McCabe (Ten Thunders) Deep Dive with Robert and Alyx - Episode 36 from 2019-08-20T11:00:54

Join Craig as his guests, Alyx Drake and Robert Singer, reveal why Ten Thunder players are bringing McCabe to the table for Malifaux 3rd edition. They go in-depth on how to maximize his effectiv...

Yan Lo (Resurrectionist) Deep Dive with Steve Bynum - Episode 35 from 2019-08-13T12:00:55

Join Craig as his guest Stephen Bynum reveals why Resurrectionist players are excited about Yan Lo in Malifaux 3rd edition. His breakdown on the crew will Fortify the Spirit of any Rezzer player...

The Dreamer (Neverborn) Deep Dive with Matthew Peterson - Episode 34 from 2019-08-06T05:00

Join Craig and his guest, Matt Peterson, as they discuss The Dreamer in Malifaux 3rd Edition.  Matt reveals how he runs Dreamer and his crew, what upgrades are essential and the models that...

Kirai (Resurrectionits) Deep Dive with Jamie Varney - Episode 33 from 2019-07-30T05:00

Join Craig as his guest Jamie Varney reveals why Resurrectionists are so excited about Kirai in Malifaux 3rd Edition. A must-listen for anyone that plays the crew and great opposition research f...

Making a Malifaux 3e Growth League - Episode 32 from 2019-07-23T11:13:39

Join Craig as he talks with henchmen and players in Georgia (Wyrd's back yard).  They coordinated a growth league and league-ending tournament.  Learn how they structured and ran the league for max...

Malifaux Expert Round Table with Doxey, Bynum and Varney - Episode 31 from 2019-07-19T00:45:34

Join Craig and his guests Jamie Varney, Stephen Bynum and James Doxey as they share advice on becoming a better player, the state of M3e and even take questions from the listeners. This may be t...

Zipp (Bayou) Deep Dive with John Fox - Episode 30 from 2019-07-16T05:00

Join Craig as his guest John Fox as he reveals all the secrets for effectively running Bayou Zipp and the Infamous crew. He walks us through their main abilities, how he builds a core crew and w...

Colette (Arcanists) Deep Dive with Roman Hechenberger - Episode 29 from 2019-07-09T01:15:33

Join Craig as his guest Roman Hechenberger as he reveals all the secrets for effectively running Arcanist Colette and the Showgirl crew. He walks us through her main abilities, how he builds a core...

Malifaux 3rd Edition: Building a Meta from Scratch - Episode 28 from 2019-07-02T10:00

Join Craig as his guests from the Virginia Beach meta who explain what they did to grow from 3 players in the M3e open beta to over a dozen players,  They talk through how you can start a meta in y...

Marcus (Arcanists) Deep Dive with Steve Bynum - Episode 27 from 2019-06-25T10:26:07

Join Craig as his guest, Steve Bynum reveals how he makes Marcus and a Chimera crew effective on the table.  Anyone playing (or playing against) Arcanists will benefit from Steve's meticulous analy...

M3e Path to Podium with Alyx Drake - Episode 26 from 2019-06-18T09:17:02

Join Craig as his guest, Alyx Drake who reveals how he won the Breach the North II event.  Anyone playing (or playing against) Ten Thunders should pay close attention.  What was his path to the pod...

Rasputina (Arcanists) Deep Dive with Robert Singer - Episode 25 from 2019-06-11T07:43:29

Join Craig as his guest, Robert Singer, reveals how he plays the Arcanist master Rasputina in Malifaux 3rd Edition.  He explains which models he hires and when, how to react to the opponent and the...

Albus Von Schtook (Resurrectionist) Deep Dive with Jamie Varney - Episode 24 from 2019-06-04T10:00

Join Craig as his guest, Jamie Varney, reveals how he plays the Resurrectionist master Albus in Malifaux 3rd Edition.  He explains which models he hires and when, how to react to the oppone...

Kaeris (Arcanists) Deep Dive with James Doxey - Episode 23 from 2019-05-28T10:00

Join Craig as his guest, James Doxey, reveals how he plays the Arcanist master Kaeris in Malifaux 3rd Edition.  He explains which modes he hires and when, how to react to the opponent and t...

What Faction Matches Your Play Style? M3e Matchmaker! - Episode 22 from 2019-05-21T10:13:04

Join Craig and Ray as they break down each faction and master in Malifaux 3rd edition based on different play styles.  Are you looking for simple or complex crews?  Killy or control?  What factions...

Insider Insight - Matt Carter from Wyrd Games - Episode 21 from 2019-05-13T11:26:42

Craig interviews Matt Carter (game designer at Wyrd Games) who pulls back the curtain and reveals the design team's approach, process, decision making and their goals for Malifaux 3rd Edition.  Mat...

Why Craig (and you) Should be Playing The Other Side - Episode 20 from 2019-05-07T10:55:56

Michael Cohen, Kevin Calderwood and Joe Girard try to convince Craig that he should be playing The Other Side by Wyrd Games.  They make their case based on the game's theme, play mechanics ...

Molly - Malifaux 3e Master Deep-Dive with Steve Bynum: Episode 19 from 2019-04-30T10:40:12

Craig and his guest, Steve, dive deep into Molly of the Resurrectionists.  Steve reveals how he builds a Forgotten crew, how he plays them (and wins) and even how to counter them! Support us by pic...

Why Craig (and you) Should be Playing Warhammer Underworlds - Episode 18 from 2019-04-23T10:22:30

Jason Murray (from the Battlemallet podcast) and Jimmy try to convince Craig that he should be playing Warhammer Underworlds by Games Workshop.  Jason and Jimmy make their case based on the game's ...

Talking Malifaux 3e and the UK Competitive Scene with James Doxey - Episode 17 from 2019-04-14T20:23:59

This is a must-listen if you play (or play against) Arcanists.  Craig talks to James Doxey (of Arcane Reservoir fame) about his thoughts around Malifaux 3rd Edition.  They discuss the ...

Dashel Barker (Guild) in Malifaux 3rd Edition - Episode 16 from 2019-04-09T19:17:28

Join us as we breakdown Dashel Barker in the new 3rd Edition of Malifaux by Wyrd games. We talk through his strengths, weaknesses and the key models they can bring to the table. How does a Guard...

Why Craig (and you) Should be Playing Wild West Exodus - Episode 15 from 2019-04-06T16:56:49

Paul Regina and Brian Powell try to convince Craig that he should be playing Wild West Exodus by Warcradle Studios.  Paul and Brian make their case based on the game's theme, play mechanics and hob...

Viktoria Chambers (Outcasts) in Malifaux 3rd Edition - Episode 14 from 2019-04-04T11:21:10

Join us as we breakdown the VIKS in the new 3rd Edition of Malifaux by Wyrd games. We talk through their strengths, weaknesses and the key models they can bring to the table. How does a Mercenar...

Why Craig (and you) Should be Playing Star Wars Legion - Episode 13 from 2019-03-30T10:10:16

Join Craig as his guests Paul Regina and Donald Koger try and convince him that he should be playing Star Wars Legion by Fantasy Flight Games.  Paul and Donald make their case based on the ...

Charles Hoffman (Guild) in Malifaux 3rd Edition - Episode 12 from 2019-03-27T10:58:36

Join us as we breakdown Hoffman in 3rd Edition Malifaux by Wyrd games.  We talk through his strengths, weaknesses and the key models he brings to the table.  How does an Augmented crew perform?  Wh...

Craig's First M3e Game! Molly v Ramos - Episode 11 from 2019-03-22T12:43:11

Join Craig as he shares his thoughts after his first Malifaux 3rd edition game.  He talks about how the new edition feels and plays.  Get his hot takes on Molly, Ramos and the Corrupte...

Shenlong (Ten Thunders) in Malifaux 3rd Edition - Episode 10 from 2019-03-21T12:00:38

 Join us as we breakdown Shenlong in the new 3rd Edition of Malifaux by Wyrd games. We talk through his strengths, weaknesses and the key models he can bring to the table. How does a Monk c...

Nellie Cochran (Guild) in Malifaux 3rd Edition - Episode 9 from 2019-03-20T01:24:54

Join us as we breakdown Nellie Cochran in the new 3rd Edition of Malifaux by Wyrd games. We talk through her strengths, weaknesses and the key models she can bring to the table. How does a Journali...

Yan Lo (Ten Thunders) in Malifaux 3rd Edition - Episode 8 from 2019-03-16T10:42:56

Join us as we breakdown Yan Lo in the new 3rd Edition of Malifaux by Wyrd games.  We talk through his strengths, weaknesses and the key models he can bring to the table.  How does a Re...

Misaki Katanaka (Ten Thunders) in Malifaux 3rd Edition - Episode 7 from 2019-03-13T21:38:25

Join us as we breakdown Misaki Katanaka in the new 3rd Edition of Malifaux by Wyrd games.  We talk through her strengths, weaknesses and the key models she can bring to the table.  How...

What is the Future of Malifaux? What You Control - Episode 6 from 2019-03-06T03:41:06

What can we control about the future of Malifaux?  Join Craig as he talks through where Malifaux was, where it is now and what M3e portends for the future.  

Jakob Lynch (Ten Thunders) in Malifaux 3rd Edition - Episode 5 from 2019-03-02T12:16:42

Join us as we breakdown Jakob Lynch in the new 3rd Edition of Malifaux by Wyrd games.  We talk through his strengths, weaknesses and the key models he can bring to the table.  How does...

Sonnia Criid (Guild) in Malifaux 3rd Edition - Episode 4 from 2019-02-27T04:58:48

Join us as we breakdown Sonnia Criid in the new 3rd Edition of Malifaux by Wyrd games.  We talk through her strengths, weaknesses and the key models she can bring to the table.  How do...

Strategies and Schemes in Malifaux 3rd Edition - Episode 3 from 2019-02-27T02:22:16

Join Craig and Ray as they break down the M3e Strategies and Schemes.  They explain and then talk through each one.  Learn what they think will make (or break) your chances of scoring....

Lady Justice (Guild) in Malifaux 3rd Edition - Episode 2 from 2019-02-27T01:56:28

Join us as we breakdown Lady Justice in the new 3rd Edition of Malifaux by Wyrd games.  We talk through her strength, weaknesses along with the key models she brings to the table.  How...

Hiring Crews in Malifaux 3rd Edition - Episode 1 from 2019-02-27T00:45:56

Join us as we cover the process, rules and restrictions for hiring crews in Malifaux 3rd edition.  A great overview for 2e veterans and those new to Malifaux.  We go over the steps as ...