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A tabletop RPG discussion and actual play podcast. D&D, OSR, etc.
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gg no reMar 11, 2019

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Shadowdark Quickstart Review

Shadowdark Quickstart Review

We review (positively) the rules and module in the Shadowdark Quickstart, written by Kelsey Dionne and published by the Arcane Library. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/232. Our actual play of the quickstart module is here: https://ggnorecast.com/231.

Feb 13, 202441:50
Shadowdark Quickstart Actual Play

Shadowdark Quickstart Actual Play

We play the module in the Shadowdark Quickstart, written by Kelsey Dionne and published by the Arcane Library. Show notes with links to music, materials, and gametable pics: https://ggnorecast.com/231.

Feb 13, 202402:20:22
Breaking Geas

Breaking Geas

The gang fights a dragon in hopes of finally breaking their deadly geas. Tabletop photo and dungeon map journey on the show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/230.

Jan 27, 202401:30:23
Guess the Edition D&D Gameshow

Guess the Edition D&D Gameshow

Welcome to GUESS THE EDITION, our D&D game show in which the players COMPETE For the GREATEST PRIZES known to MANKIND (HeroForge gift cards) in a CONTEST of KNOWLEDGE, LUCK, and FORTITUDE. The host reads a quote, and the players have to guess which edition it comes from. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/229.

Oct 16, 202301:19:15
Dragon-hunting in Mineral Springs, Alabamia

Dragon-hunting in Mineral Springs, Alabamia

The party hopes to resolve a misunderstanding with Count Clanton's usurper brother. To gain his trust (and some cash), they head down to the lair of a recently arrived dragon. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/228.

Oct 04, 202301:39:03
Alabamia Interlude - Peach Park Putsch

Alabamia Interlude - Peach Park Putsch

Seeking to fulfill their deadly geas, the party floats on over to Clanton, Alabamia. But the peaches are withered; there's a civil war brewing; and an aristocrat wants them to slay a dragon. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/227.

Aug 15, 202302:07:26
Temple of 1000 Swords - Part 2

Temple of 1000 Swords - Part 2

We continue Temple of 1000 Swords, an adventure by Brad Kerr. Read Bryce Lynch's review of it here: https://tenfootpole.org/ironspike/?p=7505. Show notes with tabletop photos and links to all the module author's stuff: https://ggnorecast.com/226.

Jul 25, 202301:50:45
Temple of 1000 Swords - Part 1
Jul 11, 202302:09:59
Wyvern Songs - Fabien's Atelier - Complete Playthrough

Wyvern Songs - Fabien's Atelier - Complete Playthrough

We start and finish Fabien's Atelier, one of the adventures in the module Wyvern Songs, by Brad Kerr. Read Bryce Lynch's review of it here: https://tenfootpole.org/ironspike/?p=8281. Show notes with tabletop photos and links to all the module author's stuff: https://ggnorecast.com/224.

Jun 21, 202302:15:50
ggnore:view of Tears of the Kingdom and Honor Among Thieves

ggnore:view of Tears of the Kingdom and Honor Among Thieves

We ggnore:view The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and talk about the lessons it teaches for TTRPGs. Then we review the new DnD movie, Honor Among Thieves. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/223.

Jun 07, 202301:15:32
I Turn Into a Bee - Hideous Daylight Part 4 Final

I Turn Into a Bee - Hideous Daylight Part 4 Final

We finish up the module "Hideous Daylight" by Brad Kerr. Read Bryce Lynch's review of it here: https://tenfootpole.org/ironspike/?p=7079. Show notes with tabletop photos and links to all the module author's stuff: https://ggnorecast.com/222.

Mar 15, 202301:35:35
3 Inch Leg Hair - Hideous Daylight Part 3

3 Inch Leg Hair - Hideous Daylight Part 3

We clear a minidungeon in the module "Hideous Daylight" by Brad Kerr. Read Bryce Lynch's review of it here: https://tenfootpole.org/ironspike/?p=7079. Show notes with tabletop photos and links to all the module author's stuff: https://ggnorecast.com/221.

Feb 04, 202301:23:02
Hideous Daylight Part 2

Hideous Daylight Part 2

We continue the module "Hideous Daylight" by Brad Kerr. Read Bryce Lynch's review of it here: https://tenfootpole.org/ironspike/?p=7079. Show notes with links to all the module author's stuff: https://ggnorecast.com/220.

Jan 26, 202301:29:36
Hideous Daylight Part 1

Hideous Daylight Part 1

We start the module "Hideous Daylight" by Brad Kerr. Read Bryce Lynch's review of it here: https://tenfootpole.org/ironspike/?p=7079. Show notes with links to all the module author's stuff: https://ggnorecast.com/219.

- Hideous Daylight (aff): https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/333639/Hideous-Daylight?affiliate_id=433586

- Demon Driven to the Maw (aff): https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/372360/Demon-Driven-to-the-Maw?affiliate_id=433586

- Brad Kerr's podcast Between Two Cairns: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2042709/

- Brad Kerr's itch.io site: https://brad-kerr.itch.io/

- Swordlords Publishing: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/pub/17426/Swordlords-Publishing

Dec 31, 202201:29:54
Using AI to Run DnD

Using AI to Run DnD

We start a module created entirely by AI, with AI-generated PC backstories, in an AI-generated setting, with AI-generated NPC interactions—and tell you how to do it yourself. Show notes with images and links to AI tools: https://ggnorecast.com/218.

Aug 29, 202243:14
ADND 1e Review

ADND 1e Review

We talk about our experience playing and running first edition Advanced Dungeons and Dragons. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/217.

Apr 26, 202225:46
Dear Gary, my player don't roleplay

Dear Gary, my player don't roleplay

We're DOING IT LIVE!!! RPG advice with questions fielded in real time. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/216.

Jan 26, 202245:44
How to get 55 XP in ADND 1e

How to get 55 XP in ADND 1e

ADND n00bz try to play the game. We fight skeletons and find secret doors. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/215.

Jan 07, 202201:57:01
If you knew you had 10 minutes to live

If you knew you had 10 minutes to live

Yellow mold! Throwing axes at spiders! Verbal mapping! Failing to open doors! Looking things up! Audible frustration! Our first foray into ADND 1e dungeon delving truly has it all. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/214.

Dec 20, 202101:53:51
Gearing Up for ADND 1e

Gearing Up for ADND 1e

An archaeology of play for First Edition Advanced Dungeons and Dragons! Gary says to start play by entering a village, finding a tavern, and buying gear. So that's what we do. This is not a "best practice," but it is the THE RULES. Join us as the PCs learn about the area and get ready to head out to adventure. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/213.

Dec 04, 202101:21:50
Dear Gary, I have encountered human beings

Dear Gary, I have encountered human beings

Answering questions from Reddit and our patrons: What to do about a bad priest? My players don't like old school??? Best modules? Houserules to foster dramatic play? Best encumbrance rules? Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/212.

Nov 22, 202147:04
Demon Driven to the Maw - Cairn RPG

Demon Driven to the Maw - Cairn RPG

A spooky Halloween one shot of the excellent module Demon Driven to the Maw, using the Cairn RPG rules. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/211.

Oct 31, 202102:20:43
Finale of Neoclassical Geek Revival 2e Preview

Finale of Neoclassical Geek Revival 2e Preview

We finish up our preview of Neoclassical Geek Revival 2e, using the module A Thousand Dead Babies, both by Zzarchov Kowolski. Kickstarter for the 2e rules: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1594988817/neoclassical-geek-revival-acidic-edition. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/210.

Aug 10, 202102:02:18
Infinite Loop of Babies - Neoclassical Geek Revival 2e Preview Part 2
Jun 15, 202102:58:17
Neoclassical Geek Revival 2e Preview

Neoclassical Geek Revival 2e Preview

We have a preview copy of the 2nd edition of Zzarchov Kowolski's Neoclassical Geek Revival, and we run it with his classic module A Thousand Dead Babies. We have a preview copy of the upcoming 2nd edition of Zzarchov Kowolski's (patreon: https://www.patreon.com/zzarchov, drivethrurpg: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/pub/4140/Zzarchov-Kowolski) Neoclassical Geek Revival, and we run it with his classic module A Thousand Dead Babies (aff link: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/110659/A-Thousand-Dead-Babies?affiliate_id=433586). Went a bit off the rails this time, from checking in at the tavern to making a heist on a church, and then everything went sideways. We chat in some detail about the mechanics of NGR 2e; so do listen if you're interested in this ruleset. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/208.

May 27, 202101:47:08
Thulian Echoes Finale & Review

Thulian Echoes Finale & Review

We finish up Thulian Echoes and give our thoughts. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/207.

Mar 23, 202101:45:28
Dear Gary, Can a Vampire Die of Old Age?

Dear Gary, Can a Vampire Die of Old Age?

GG NO RE answers your RPG questions again, from the technical to the social. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/206.

Mar 03, 202139:13
Thulian Echoes Part 1

Thulian Echoes Part 1

We start up Thulian Echoes by Zzarchov Kowolski, an innovative and clever module that's easy to slot into most campaigns. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/205.

Feb 09, 202101:29:38
Galaxy Far Away - Ultralite Star Wars

Galaxy Far Away - Ultralite Star Wars

Asa runs a Star Wars game using the Galaxy Far Away ultralite rules from d66 Kobolds. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/204.

Feb 02, 202101:13:38
Cyberpunk Red Jumpstart

Cyberpunk Red Jumpstart

Welcome to the dark future. We're playing the quickstart (excuse me,  jumpstart) rules for Cyberpunk Red, the newest edition of the Cyberpunk  roleplaying game. Keanu Reeves may or may not have guest starred! Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/203.

Dec 08, 202001:33:36
Dragonlance Finale in Which We Fight a Dragon

Dragonlance Finale in Which We Fight a Dragon

DRAGONS OF DESPAIR comes to its desperate end with a sequence-breaking dragon fight. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/202.

Oct 07, 202001:22:30
A Game of Flavor Text - Dragonlance 2

A Game of Flavor Text - Dragonlance 2

The fellers trek overland to find a white stag and an ancient city. We set a record for the most flavor text read in a single session. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/201.

Sep 22, 202001:17:30
The First Time Dragonlance Has Been Played This Millennium
Sep 09, 202001:00:03
Review and Tour - B3 Palace of the Silver Princess

Review and Tour - B3 Palace of the Silver Princess

We walk through the highlights of the rest of the module and talk about its pros and cons. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/199.

Aug 18, 202059:01
Finding Secret Doors Simulator 2020 - B3 Palace of the Silver Princess Continued

Finding Secret Doors Simulator 2020 - B3 Palace of the Silver Princess Continued

We continue playing B3: Palace of the Silver Princess. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/198.

Aug 12, 202001:14:54
B3: Palace of the Silver Princess: Orc Fighting Simulator

B3: Palace of the Silver Princess: Orc Fighting Simulator

We start our playthrough of the classic module B3: Palace of the Silver Princess. We follow procedures exactly, become the bane of the elderly, fight tons of orcs, and get lost due to verbal mapping. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/197.

Jul 27, 202001:56:16
Return of the Kings

Return of the Kings

Yeah, I'm thinking we're back. Listener question, Dear Gary, and amusing digressions. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/196.

Jun 23, 202001:43:36
Reviewing Xanathar's Downtime Rules

Reviewing Xanathar's Downtime Rules

We discuss our experience with the downtime rules in Xanathar's Guide to Everything. Topics: fictionally involved vs summarized, small addition to campaign vs focus of campaign, using the rules to improvise a campaign, mechanical details of the activities. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/195.

Apr 28, 202015:18
Talespire Beta - Virtual Tabletop Review
Apr 22, 202028:39
Spider vs Zombies - Dungeon Academy Actual Play

Spider vs Zombies - Dungeon Academy Actual Play

Our first actual play screencast. Our dungeon academy students have a school phase, follow some personal quests, see what it's like to be in dungeon-school, observe portents, and then head back into the dungeon for some wilderness crawling and find a secret entrance to a new dungeon level.

Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/193.

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Apr 07, 202001:47:36
Art in RPGs

Art in RPGs

The gamers discuss the function of art in RPGs and enact coronavirus discourse. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/192.

Mar 29, 202023:31
Game in the Time of Corona

Game in the Time of Corona

An update about how gg no re is going quarantine mode. We're still playing, and we should have another group podcast soon. This virus has also opened the door to remote play to us. Daniel talks about how he's running a megadungeon on roll20. Show notes page with examples and roll20 settings: https://ggnorecast.com/191.

Mar 24, 202009:31
Ponysized Ear Clam - Dungeon Academy Play Report

Ponysized Ear Clam - Dungeon Academy Play Report

Tim and Daniel recap the events of the first proper foray into the dungeon beneath the academy. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/190.

Music is "Monarchy" by Mosh: https://iammosh.bandcamp.com/track/monarchy

Feb 25, 202023:45
Fourleaf Loko - DA AP

Fourleaf Loko - DA AP

We actually enter the dungeon. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/189.

Feb 11, 202002:00:58
Horsesized Cockroach - Dungeon Academy Actual Report

Horsesized Cockroach - Dungeon Academy Actual Report

We recount the events of last session and promise to be good boys and actually record the next actual play. Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/188.

Music is "Monarchy" by Mosh: https://iammosh.bandcamp.com/album/monarchy

Jan 28, 202015:34
AFTER DARK - Dungeon Academy Killer Arc

AFTER DARK - Dungeon Academy Killer Arc

We talk about our most recent session of EPIC GAMING, in which the first  Dungeon Academy "plot arc" wrapped up: what happened, DM techniques  employed, some behind the scenes info. 

Show notes:  https://ggnorecast.com/187.

Jan 21, 202031:53
Dungeon Academy 13

Dungeon Academy 13

An old face returns and a new one appears as the students attempt to  rescue a burning dryad and delve into a lair beneath her tree. 

Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/186.

Music is "Monarchy" by Mosh: https://iammosh.bandcamp.com/track/monarchy

Dec 31, 201901:55:15
Dear Gary, Metagaming?

Dear Gary, Metagaming?

What is metagaming? Bad or good? How should metagaming affect situation  design? Plus discussions on domineering players, GM-player system  mismatch, and rules nazis. 

Show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/185.

Dec 24, 201917:18
Dungeon Academy 12
Dec 17, 201902:20:52
Dungeon Academy 11

Dungeon Academy 11

This week in Dungeon Academy, new best friends, striking out at romance with a foodie, passing and failing tests, and some reverse-ambushing in the Shady Grove. Music, maps, and PC pics in the show notes: https://ggnorecast.com/183. 

Music is "Monarchy" by Mosh: https://iammosh.bandcamp.com/track/monarchy

Dec 10, 201901:18:40