The Arcane Alienist
By B. J. (aka “GameDoc”)
Email: arcane.alienist@gmail.com.
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The Arcane AlienistMar 22, 2021
I Love Bugbears (But My Son Hates Them)
Four Callers and a Giant Ferret
In this episode I have calls from Joe, Karl, Mirke, and Jason, plus a brief recap of my second Knave/OSE group's last game session.
Hindsightless (Joe Richer)
- https://open.spotify.com/show/3LMcaHlfCDZrjUGEYEZbYx
The GMologist Presnets (Karl Rodriquez)
- https://open.spotify.com/show/2rN4slVxXBZpTDxweaR1Ap
- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOx7VJObmeKlCjdSDkKZfTQ
Mirke the Meek
- https://open.spotify.com/show/3C2sM7eSEd6uZoyXlLc0Yo
Nerd's RPG Variety Cast (Jason Connerly)
- https://open.spotify.com/show/4oPnUnwitpUqn9saEkFaNf
Now It’s a Party (Two Actually)
Theater of the Mind with Theater Kids
Products used at the table:
Arcknight flat minis:
arcknight.squarespace.com
Monster Fight Club scenery:
monsterfightclub.com/
Warlock stairs, ladders, and dungeon dressings:
shop.wizkids.com/products/copy-of-warlock-tiles-stairs-ladders
shop.wizkids.com/products/warlock-tiles-dungeon-dressings
Thanks to my callers:
Karl Rodriguez: open.spotify.com/show/2rN4slVxXBZpTDxweaR1Ap
Daniel Norton: open.spotify.com/show/02QTUpzgKCv2aT6sH6G5rk
Joe Richter: open.spotify.com/show/3LMcaHlfCDZrjUGEYEZbYx
Jason Connerly: open.spotify.com/show/4oPnUnwitpUqn9saEkFaNf
Mirke the Meek: open.spotify.com/show/3C2sM7eSEd6uZoyXlLc0Yo
Raccoon Sky Pirates
Flying a ship takes coordination and discipline. Unfortunately, you're a bunch of raccoons…
In this episode, I review the hilarious Raccoon Sky Pirates from Hectic Electron Games. You can find the game at their website:
https://www.hecticelectron.com/
Also be sure to check out our live play of the game at the GMologist YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOx7VJObmeKlCjdSDkKZfTQ/about
Return to the Mythic World of Urd
Is D&D Becoming a Video Game, or Vice-Versa?
Revisiting the Metagame of D&D
Indigenous Games of Chance
This is our final episode for Native American Heritage Month. I'll talk about some traditional games of chance as well as Naasii, a push your luck dice game from the makers of Coyote & Crow.
- https://shop.coyoteandcrow.net/products/naasii-a-coyote-crow-dice-game
Be sure to check out Part 2 of our Coyote & Crow reveiw over on the GMologist Presents:
- https://open.spotify.com/episode/7EgR8VYC5CAkuaXBG8Ha0T?si=mSR1_BobQ_-4EvASjt3s1w
I also have calls from Jason of the Nerds RPG Varity Cast and Brian of Have to Look That Up.
- https://open.spotify.com/show/4oPnUnwitpUqn9saEkFaNf
- https://open.spotify.com/show/6n4mUdWGD0x5r8pI6ZRoYa
Also, check out this great novel by Louis Owens:
- https://www.amazon.com/Bone-Game-American-Literature-Critical/dp/0806128410
Notes on Cherokee Language:
- Osiyo = Hello
- Ulihelisdi, nigade = Welcome, everyone
- Dagwado B. J. = My name is B. J.
- Wado = Thank you
Gvhei: The Bobcat
In this episode for November is Native American Heritage Month, I want to highlight the Bobcat, and independent comic by Cherokee creator James Hostler. Set in Indian Territory, 1898, it’s a blend of superhero, western, steampunk, sci-fi, and historical fiction.
Check it out online: https://www.thebobcat.net/ Notes on Cherokee Language:
- Gvhei = Bobcat
- Osiyo = Hello
- Ulihelisdi, nigade = Welcome, everyone
- Dagwado B. J. = My name is B. J.
- Wado = Thank you
Coyote & Crow: Setting Review
The Three R’s of OSR October
The GMologits Presents (Karl Rodriguez)
open.spotify.com/show/2rN4slVxXBZpTDxweaR1Ap
youtube.com/@thegmologist9270?si=Gs5BhfTqSW-zscKD
Nerd’s RPG Variety Cast (Jason Connerly)
open.spotify.com/show/4oPnUnwitpUqn9saEkFaNf
Good Friends, Good Times
In this episode, I have calls from Anthony Boyd (aka, Runeslinger) of the Casting Shadows blog/podcast/YouTube, and Jason Conerly of the Nerd’s RPG Variety Cast. We’ll discuss our recent Hollow Earth Expeditions game, and a little bit of debate about the nature of gunslingers.
Casting Shadows/Runeslinger
- Blog: https://castingshadowsblog.com/
- Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0sEnjb4ECR6CcfU6Bvug7p
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPNsDvSNFQuknLu_8sakzLQ
Nerd's RPG Variety Cast
- https://open.spotify.com/show/4oPnUnwitpUqn9saEkFaNf
Review: We Deal in Lead
Call-In Roundup: Heavy Metal Magery & Arcane Archaeology
Calls from Jason Connerly and the Pink Phantom. Be sure to listen to their latest episodes:
- Nerd's RPG Variety Cast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4oPnUnwitpUqn9saEkFaNf
- Phantom Thoughts: https://open.spotify.com/show/6FruRifoPx94Vbmi2jGCUr
Also, here a link to the book series Jason mentions in his call:
- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XM3SG56
Inspiration: Michael Moorcock's Elric Saga
OSE Spell Cards... www.drivethrurpg.com/product/408131/OldSchool-Spell-Cards-OldSchool-Essentials-OSE-B-X-OSR?src=hottest_filtered
Nerd's RPG Variety Cast (Jason Connerly)... open.spotify.com/show/4oPnUnwitpUqn9saEkFaNf
Bandit's Keep (Daniel Norton)... open.spotify.com/show/02QTUpzgKCv2aT6sH6G5rk
Heavy Metal Magery
Here are the two episodes of Bandit’s Keep I reference:
open.spotify.com/episode/1XB2dZtiF4J3T11ztfFqcl?si=jQWRYbBvQ3emIx-eNGJNgA
open.spotify.com/episode/5ieb5pUL4699m96r9QfqPj?si=IWBtkaH5RLefe3MpYph8TA
And be sure to check out the Knave RPG by Ben Milton:
In Print... lfosr.com/product/knave-standard-edition/
In PDF... www.drivethrurpg.com/product/250888/
Knave 2nd Ed Coming Soon... www.kickstarter.com/projects/questingbeast/knave-rpg-second-edition/
RPG a Day 2023 Call-In Roundup
In this episode, we have calls from various podcasters about #RPGaDAY2023.
- Jason of Nerds' RPG Variety Cast
- Daniel of Bandit's Keep
- Karl & Amy of The GMologist Presents
Be sure to check out their podcasts as well!
RPG a Day 2023: Day 31
#RPGaDAY2023 comes to a close (Whew!). Maybe your favorite RPG is the friends you made along the way.
RPG a Day 2023: Day 30
It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode: obscure role-playing games you may or may not have hear of.
RPG a Day 2023: Days 28 & 29
It's #RPGaDAY2023 and we are finally caught up. In this episode, the scariest thing I have done to a DM and a very memorable encounter (both of which happen to be the same event).
RPG a Day 2023: Days 26 & 27
It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode, I dodge the question on favorite character sheets and new editions.
RPG a Day 2023: Days 24 & 25
It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode, complex vs. simple RPGs and the games I have on the shelf waiting to be played. Plus a call from Jason Conerly.
- Nerd's RPG Variety Cast, https://open.spotify.com/show/4oPnUnwitpUqn9saEkFaNf
Also, check out the amazing art of Johan Egerkrans
- https://www.johanegerkrans.com/
RPG a Day 2023: Days 21, 22, & 23
It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode, we look at licensed properties, cool looking products, and secondhand purchases. Plus, a call from medial baron Daniel Norton. Check out his podcast:
- Bandit's Keep, https://open.spotify.com/show/02QTUpzgKCv2aT6sH6G5rk
RPG a Day 2023: Days 19 & 20
It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode, my favorite published adventures and a look towards the future. What will I be playing in 20 years? Also, be sure to check out Joe Richter and Anthony Boyd's podcasts:
- Hindsightless, https://open.spotify.com/show/3LMcaHlfCDZrjUGEYEZbYx
- Casting Shadows, https://open.spotify.com/show/0sEnjb4ECR6CcfU6Bvug7p
RPG a Day 2023: Days 17 & 18
It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode, the funniest game I've played and thoughts on favorite types of systems. Also, calls from Spencer, Jason, and Karl. Check out their podcasts!
- Keep Off the Borderlands, https://open.spotify.com/show/6WeOXszl7BrxQvmjrw7xAI
- Nerds RPG Variety Cast, https://open.spotify.com/show/4oPnUnwitpUqn9saEkFaNf
- The GMologist Presents, https://open.spotify.com/show/2rN4slVxXBZpTDxweaR1Ap
RPG a Day 2023: Days 14, 15, & 16
It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode - my lack of convention experience is laid bare, and the game I wish I owned. Plus a call from the Joyous Stoic himself, Joy Richter. Be sure and check out his podcast:
- Hindsightless, https://open.spotify.com/show/3LMcaHlfCDZrjUGEYEZbYx
RPG a Day 2023: Day 13
RPG a Day 2023: Days 11 & 12
It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode - the weirdest game I've ever played and old games that I still play.
RPG a Day 2023: Days 9 & 10
RPG a Day 2023: Days 7 & 8
It's #RPGaDAY2023. In this episode, The "smartest" RPG I've played (shout to Joe Richter at Hindsightless) and my favorite characters.
RPG a Day 2023: Days 5 & 6
It's #RPGaDAY 2023. In today's episode, the oldest game I've played and the favorite ones I never get to play.
RPG a Day 2023: Days 3 & 4
RPG a Day 2023: Days 1 & 2
I'm back for #RPGaDAY2023, although I am playing catch-up. In this episode, the first RPG I played this year (subject to debate) and memories of by first GM.
D&Disms: The Worldbuilder’s Lament
OSR October: Rulings not Rules in 5e D&D?
Mike Mearl’s 1981 Rules: docs.google.com/document/d/1YN--nG6VRWq6efGvXX9gH0yNk_pUYcWDBaKSGUc5roI/mobilebasic
The Redcaps Poscast interview with Chris Gonnerman: anchor.fm/theredcaps/episodes/Episode-85---Chris-Gonnerman--BFRPG-e1orl8u