We're chugging down the line!  This week we look into the dreaded DM device.... railroading.  Is there any good that can come of it?  Why and how is it applied in Dungeons and Dragons and the TTRPG hobby?  Also, we have a chat with Ben from the Manacaster team about their current projects!
 
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This week, the gang EFAPs a Ginny Di video dedicated to bringing "romance" to your TTRPG table.  Digging deeper in the video, discussion emerges about the social state of our nerd culture, and culture in general.  Plus, RD learns the word "situationship," and promptly melts down.  After the nerds recover, they also briefly dig into the news.
 
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Solo gaming has always existed but has seen large boons thanks to board games and TTRPGs over the last decade. This week Ryan, Bert, and Kyle dig into the idea of solo gaming and discuss its nuances. Plus, due to popular demand, Siobhan officially joins the gang for her first full episode of the big show!
 
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This week, Ryan finally got to introduce Bert and his core group to the sci-fi horor experience that is Mothership.  Listen to their thoughts on the game, it's feel, and how they will handle some horrific nuance at the table.  Then, sandwiched in with the news is a detailed discussion about Dungeons and Dragons newest executive in charge of "franchise," WotC vet and the man that ran Halo into the ground.  How's THAT for a "fresh start?"
 
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How important is it that you as a Dungeon Master and your players have a good "flow" in your game?  It's not just about moving along plot points or hitting story beats... it is an overall feeling that your table is not stuck in the mud!  The guys discuss this before an interview with the creator of Mafia Blitz, the new "werewolf-esque" game that's coming soon!
 
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Wonderfilled Games founder and CEO Stephen Erin Dinehart IV has been making waves, anti-white statements, and according to some "crashed out" over the past two weeks.  Ryan David had questions, opinions, and accusations that needed answers, so he invited Stephen on for a brutally honest and frank discussion about his actions and statements.  Finalize your opinion and decide if we all were "Wonderfooled." Enjoy the UNCUT and EXCLUSIVE full interview with Stephen.
 
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This week, Bert and Jack steer the conversation to Castles!  Why are these structures revered and critical components in our tabletop and fantasy games?  Naturally, the conversation spirals around to all sorts of tangents, and why shouldn't it?  Especially considering that RD is still out on vacation and Kyle slept through his alarm!
 
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The guys continue where they left off last week and finish out the news before they dive into a discussion of creating custom classes.  Of course, this spirals into a full on discussion about classes, class systems, and other tangents!  Have some class... give a listen or watch!
 
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