RPG Ramblings
By Jeff Jones
Along the way we will ramble about other things of interest or hot topics.
RPG RamblingsSep 18, 2021
E142. “Critical Hit Parader” with Matt Thompson [video]
4.04
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a quasi–weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Matt Thompson of Critical Hit Parader joins me. Matt has found a creative niche lying at the intersection of RPGs and his love for music. We all know that those two great tastes taste great together, but it took a catalyst to make that happen. Matt is that catalyst. Warning alert, this is a very ramble-y episode full of music discussion and sporadic doses of RPG musings.
The stadium is filled and our guitars are tuned. Sisters and brothers, it is time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Matt Thompson:
Substack: https://criticalhitparader.substack.com
Twitter: @CritHitParader
Website: https://criticalhitparader.com
Zine: https://goodman-games.com/store/?s=critical+hit+parader&post_type=product&dgwt_wcas=1
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Website: rpgramblings.com
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
E142. “Critical Hit Parader” with Matt Thompson [audio]
4.04
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a quasi–weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Matt Thompson of Critical Hit Parader joins me. Matt has found a creative niche lying at the intersection of RPGs and his love for music. We all know that those two great tastes taste great together, but it took a catalyst to make that happen. Matt is that catalyst. Warning alert, this is a very ramble-y episode full of music discussion and sporadic doses of RPG musings.
The stadium is filled and our guitars are tuned. Sisters and brothers, it is time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Matt Thompson:
Substack: https://criticalhitparader.substack.com
Twitter: @CritHitParader
Website: https://criticalhitparader.com
Zine: https://goodman-games.com/store/?s=critical+hit+parader&post_type=product&dgwt_wcas=1
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Website: rpgramblings.com
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
E141. “Terra Arcis” with Megan Goins Fox [video]
4.03
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a semi–weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Megan Goins joins me to discuss an upcoming Kickstarter project that she is doing with her friend, Terry Azamber. This is a solo journaling game called Terra Arcis. The game places a player takes the role of a person entering the land of the fey to find their lost brother. It is a race against time and the devious denizens of the fey’s twisted world. Besides writing prompts the game features a number of interesting mechanics.
In typical Rambler fashion we cover a number of topics including AI’s impact on teaching, the challenges of marketing, and how the fundamentals of writing a good story can inform good game design.
There is more, so listen to find out. Sisters and brothers, it is time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Website: rpgramblings.com
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
E141. “Terra Arcis” with Megan Goins Fox [audio]
4.03
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a semi–weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Megan Goins joins me to discuss an upcoming Kickstarter project that she is doing with her friend, Terry Azamber. This is a solo journaling game called Terra Arcis. The game places a player takes the role of a person entering the land of the fey to find their lost brother. It is a race against time and the devious denizens of the fey’s twisted world. Besides writing prompts the game features a number of interesting mechanics.
In typical Rambler fashion we cover a number of topics including AI’s impact on teaching, the challenges of marketing, and how the fundamentals of writing a good story can inform good game design.
There is more, so listen to find out. Sisters and brothers, it is time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Website: rpgramblings.com
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
E140. “Zwihänder and More” with Daniel Fox [video]
4.02
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a semi–weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Daniel Fox of Zweihänder fame joins me for a long discourse. Of course we talk about Zweihänder and but Daniel is developing a new game called the Gangs of Kahabro. This is a medieval fantasy game which characters are gangsters fighting for their rightful piece of the pie.
Besides game design, we talk about the importance of marketing, which Daniel has a lot of experience. On that discussion trajectory we discuss email marketing and revenue generation on DriveThru RPG. The is not all..but you need to listen to find out.
Sisters and brothers, it is time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Website: rpgramblings.com
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
E140. “Zwihänder and More” with Daniel Fox [audio]
4.02
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a semi–weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Daniel Fox of Zweihänder fame joins me for a long discourse. Of course, we talk about Zweihänder and but Daniel is developing a new game called the Gangs of Kahabro. This is a medieval fantasy game in which characters are gangsters fighting for their rightful piece of the pie.
Besides game design, we talk about marketing, which Daniel has a lot of experience. On that discussion trajectory, we discuss email marketing and revenue generation on DriveThru RPG. This is not all..but you need to listen to find out.
Sisters and brothers, it is time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Website: rpgramblings.com
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
E139. “DELVING into RPG Publishing” with James Floyd Kelly [audio]
3.38
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a semi–weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, James Floyd Kelly of Delver fame joins me. He writes and publishes zines one a regular basis supporting such systems as Old School Essentials, Shadowdark and Mothership.
A Facebook discussion about Kickstarter ads prompted this meeting but we discussed the business ends of creating zines, running Kickstarters and managing expectations.
Time to get moving. The GM is getting impatient and is about to make a wandering monster roll if I dally any more with this introduction. Sisters and brothers, it is time to get rambling.
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James Floyd Kelly
Website: https://thetabletopengineer.com/
Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/274951579/
Twitter: @jamesfloydkelly
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
E139. “DELVING into RPG Publishing” with James Floyd Kelly [video]
3.38
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a semi–weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, James Floyd Kelly of Delver fame joins me. He writes and publishes zines one a regular basis supporting such systems as Old School Essentials, Shadowdark and Mothership.
A Facebook discussion about Kickstarter ads prompted this meeting but we discussed the business ends of creating zines, running Kickstarters and managing expectations.
Time to get moving. The GM is getting impatient and is about to make a wandering monster roll if I dally any more with this introduction. Sisters and brothers, it is time to get rambling.
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James Floyd Kelly
Website: https://thetabletopengineer.com/
Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/274951579/
Twitter: @jamesfloydkelly
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
E138. “There Ain’t No Cure For The Rebel Moon Blues” Pete Petrusha [audio]
3.37
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a semi–weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Pete Petrusha of Imagining Games joins me. He is a game designer and publisher of such games a Rest in Pieces and the soon–to–be–printed RPG - Chew. If you have go to RPG conventions you have likely been by his booth. This is a ramble ramble, ranging from Rebel Moon to Lithuanian printers.
Adventure aways, sisters and brothers. It is time to get rambling.
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Peter Petrusha
Website: https://www.imagininggames.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imagininggames
Twitter: @IG_Pete
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
E138. “There Ain’t No Cure For The Rebel Moon Blues” With Pete Petrusha [video]
3.37
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a semi–weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Pete Petrusha of Imagining Games joins me. He is a game designer and publisher of such games a Rest in Pieces and the soon–to–be–printed RPG - Chew. If you have go to RPG conventions, you have likely his booth. This is a ramble ramble, ranging from Rebel Moon to Lithuanian printers.
Adventure aways, sisters and brothers. It is time to get rambling.
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Peter Petrusha
Website: https://www.imagininggames.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imagininggames
Twitter: @IG_Pete
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
E137. “OSE, 5e and Adventure Design Philosophies" with Zac Goins [Video]
3.36
Today, Zac Goins of World of Game Design joins me. He is a mucky- muck for that company (which means I forgot his job title.) Zac has a long history with writing and Kickstarting RPG products. He now runs organized pay for WoGD at more convention than seems humanly possible.
We have a four act structure for this podcast, check the Zoom summary in the show notes if you are inclined.
Deadines are pressing on me. Sisters and brothers, it is time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
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Zoom Summary
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Quick recap
Jeff and Zac had a wide-ranging discussion about various topics. They touched upon an AI feature that could summarize their discussions, the influence of the holiday season on workplace motivation, and the differences between Fifth Edition and Old School Essentials in role-playing games. They also discussed the complexities of designing balanced monsters for high-level play in a game, the mechanics of a tactical game, the evolution of a game, project management, and diversifying their sales channels. They also reflected on a recent gaming event, emphasizing the evolving inclusivity and acceptance in the gaming community.
Summary
Jeff and Zac discussed an AI feature that could summarize their discussions. They also touched upon running con adventures, the topic of GA 4, and a comparison between D&D and OSE. The influence of the holiday season on workplace motivation was discussed, with Jeff sharing an anecdote about an unfamiliarity with American holidays. Jeff then shifted the conversation to their projects. A discussion about the differences between Fifth Edition and Old School Essentials (OSE) in role-playing games ensued, with Jeff noting the increased importance of killing monsters when treasure types are removed, and Zac emphasizing the shift of focus towards story milestones. The challenges of converting games from one system to another were also discussed.
OSE and 5E - Radically Different Design sensibilities
Designing Balanced Monsters for High-Level Play
Zac and Jeff had a detailed discussion about the complexity of designing balanced monsters for high-level play in a game. They highlighted the challenge of designing monsters that could neutralize half the party members without making them too powerful. They also discussed the intricacies of running a creature, the various types of damage dealt, and the difficulties in translating these from one game system to another. The conversation also touched on the impact of game design and terminology on the player experience and the difficulty of crafting epic stories during gameplay. They ended the discussion with a debate on the nature of tactical games and the potential compromise to the tactical experience if a character starts as a hero.
Tactical Game Mechanics and D20 System Discussion
Zac and Jeff engaged in a detailed conversation about the mechanics of a tactical game, specifically focusing on the impact of damage and the potential for players to deal damage even when missing their target. They also discussed the potential frustrations players can experience when using the D20 system. Zac expressed skepticism about a proposed solution to these issues, while Jeff was interested in exploring alternatives. They also touched on the potential of Matt Colville's game, despite not being keen on playing it themselves. The discussion concluded on the benefits of different celebrity entertainers in the space shifting from D&D to other systems, as it opens up the audience to experience other ways of addressing game play issues.
E137. “OSE, 5e and Adventure Design Philosophies" with Zac Goins [Audio]
3.36
Today, Zac Goins of World of Game Design joins me. He is a mucky- muck for that company (which means I forgot his job title.) Zac has a long history with writing and Kickstarting RPG products. He now runs organized pay for WoGD at more convention than seems humanly possible.
We have a four act structure for this podcast, check the Zoom summary in the show notes if you are inclined.
Deadines are pressing on me. Sisters and brothers, it is time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
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Zoom Summary
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Quick recap
Jeff and Zac had a wide-ranging discussion about various topics. They touched upon an AI feature that could summarize their discussions, the influence of the holiday season on workplace motivation, and the differences between Fifth Edition and Old School Essentials in role-playing games. They also discussed the complexities of designing balanced monsters for high-level play in a game, the mechanics of a tactical game, the evolution of a game, project management, and diversifying their sales channels. They also reflected on a recent gaming event, emphasizing the evolving inclusivity and acceptance in the gaming community.
Summary
Jeff and Zac discussed an AI feature that could summarize their discussions. They also touched upon running con adventures, the topic of GA 4, and a comparison between D&D and OSE. The influence of the holiday season on workplace motivation was discussed, with Jeff sharing an anecdote about an unfamiliarity with American holidays. Jeff then shifted the conversation to their projects. A discussion about the differences between Fifth Edition and Old School Essentials (OSE) in role-playing games ensued, with Jeff noting the increased importance of killing monsters when treasure types are removed, and Zac emphasizing the shift of focus towards story milestones. The challenges of converting games from one system to another were also discussed.
OSE and 5E - Radically Different Design sensibilities
Designing Balanced Monsters for High-Level Play
Zac and Jeff had a detailed discussion about the complexity of designing balanced monsters for high-level play in a game. They highlighted the challenge of designing monsters that could neutralize half the party members without making them too powerful. They also discussed the intricacies of running a creature, the various types of damage dealt, and the difficulties in translating these from one game system to another. The conversation also touched on the impact of game design and terminology on the player experience and the difficulty of crafting epic stories during gameplay. They ended the discussion with a debate on the nature of tactical games and the potential compromise to the tactical experience if a character starts as a hero.
Tactical Game Mechanics and D20 System Discussion
Zac and Jeff engaged in a detailed conversation about the mechanics of a tactical game, specifically focusing on the impact of damage and the potential for players to deal damage even when missing their target. They also discussed the potential frustrations players can experience when using the D20 system. Zac expressed skepticism about a proposed solution to these issues, while Jeff was interested in exploring alternatives. They also touched on the potential of Matt Colville's game, despite not being keen on playing it themselves. The discussion concluded on the benefits of different celebrity entertainers in the space shifting from D&D to other systems, as it opens up the audience to experience other ways of addressing game play issues.
E136. “Life Lessons from Gamehole Con” with Jeff Jones [video]
3.35
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people. except today it is just me.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
E136. “Life Lessons from Gamehole Con” with Jeff Jones [audio]
3.35
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people. except today it is just me.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
E135. “Hanging out With Hoffman” with Eric Hoffman [audio]
3.34
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Eric Hoffman joins me. He is a prolific co-conspirator on such projects as The Treasure Vaults of Zadabad, Black Power - Black Magic, and the cyber-punk RPG, Wetwired!
Between Gamehole con, excessive disc golfing, kickstarters and general life nonsense I was slow getting this out. This was recorded over a month ago and I don’t remember all that we talked about. I am looking forward to giving it a listen when it drops. I know
The sun burns bright and our supplies are running low. Sisters and brothers, let get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Eric Hoffman
DRIVETHRU: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Eric%20Hoffman
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
E135. “Hanging out With Hoffman” with Eric Hoffman [video]
3.34
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Eric Hoffman joins me. He is a prolific co-conspirator on such projects as The Treasure Vaults of Zadabad, Black Power - Black Magic, and the cyber-punk RPG, Wetwired!
Between Gamehole con, excessive disc golfing, kickstarters and general life nonsense I was slow getting this out. This was recorded over a month ago and I don’t remember all that we talked about. I am looking forward to giving it a listen when it drops. I know
The sun burns bright and our supplies are running low. Sisters and brothers, let get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Eric Hoffman
DRIVETHRU: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Eric%20Hoffman
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
E134. “Tales From the Smoking Wyrm” with Trevor Stamper [audio]
E134. “Tales From the Smoking Wyrm” with Trevor Stamper
3.33
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Trevor Stamper of Blind Visionary Publications joins me to talk about his latest Kickstarter ….. Tales from the Smoking Wyrm 9. Whether or not you are a Dungeon Crawl Classics fan, the articles will tickle your fancy.
This episode turns hard in the beginning into full ramble but then fades back into a normal gaming discussion. If you want to avoid discussion of disc golf, remodeling old homes and various nonsense…skip forward twenty-five minutes.
News report is in. Krampus is coming to town. Sisters and brothers…It is time to get rambling.
Trevor’s Current Kickstarter - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/smokingwyrm/tales-from-the-smoking-wyrm-9
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Trevor Stamper
Email:info@smokingwyrm.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmokingWyrm
DriveThru RPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/pub/15834/Blind-Visionary-Publications
Blog: https://www.smokingwyrm.com
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
E134. “Tales From the Smoking Wyrm” with Trevor Stamper [video]
3.33
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Trevor Stamper of Blind Visionary Publications joins me to talk about his latest Kickstarter ….. Tales from the Smoking Wyrm 9. Whether or not you are a Dungeon Crawl Classics fan, the articles will tickle your fancy.
This episode turns hard in the beginning into full ramble, but then fades back into a normal gaming discussion. If you want to avoid discussion of disc golf, remodeling old homes and various nonsense…skip forward twenty-five minutes or so.
News report is in. Krampus is coming to town. Sisters and brothers…It is time to get rambling.
Trevor’s Current Kickstarter - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/smokingwyrm/tales-from-the-smoking-wyrm-9
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Trevor Stamper
Email:info@smokingwyrm.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmokingWyrm
DriveThru RPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/pub/15834/Blind-Visionary-Publications
Blog: https://www.smokingwyrm.com
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
E133. “See You, Space Cowboy” with Onslaught Six [VIDEO]
3.32
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Onslaught Six joins me. He is one of the writers for Gary’s Appendix whose articles are as interesting as his moniker is mysterious. We move past the veil and discuss the cool things he made and the fun projects slated for the future. I suggest you check out his website and take a listen to some of the songs he recorded.
The bounty is on the move. Sisters and brothers…It is time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Onslaught Six
Twitter: @onslaughtsix
Website: https://onslaughtsix.com/
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
E133. “See You, Space Cowboy” with Onslaught Six
3.32
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Onslaught Six joins me. He is one of the writers for Gary’s Appendix whose articles are as interesting as his moniker is mysterious. We move past the veil and discuss the cool things he made and the fun projects slated for the future. I suggest you check out his website and take a listen to some of the songs he recorded.
The bounty is on the move. Sisters and brothers…It is time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Onslaught Six
Twitter: @onslaughtsix
Website: https://onslaughtsix.com/
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
Call-in: Am I Wrong about 5th edition DnD?
Listen to find out!
Journey into Adventure Writing - The Pulsating Crypt of the Crocodile God - with Donn Stroud. [Video]
At the end of episode 131 of RPG Ramblings I put Donn on the spot. I asked him to do a brainstorming session. This episode is that session. Caught flat-footed he did a valiant job in spit-balling. We take the germ of an idea and develop it further. I plan to have different guests on the show to further develop this adventure. Follow along brave traveller, The Pulsating Crypt of the Crocodile God awaits.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Donn Stroud
Twitter: @DonnStroud
Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2038851623/ruination-pilgrimage
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
Journey into Adventure Writing - The Pulsating Crypt of the Crocodile God - with Donn Stroud
Journey into Adventure Writing - with Donn Stroud.
At the end of episode 131 of RPG Ramblings, I put Donn on the spot. I asked him to do a brainstorming session. This episode is that session. Caught flat-footed, he did a valiant job in spit-balling. We take the germ of an idea and develop it further. I plan to have different guests on the show to further develop this adventure. Follow along brave traveller, The Pulsating Crypt of the Crocodile God awaits.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Donn Stroud
Twitter: @DonnStroud
Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2038851623/ruination-pilgrimage
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
E132. “An Amazing Aztec RPG” with The Basic Expert
3.31
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Jonathan Torres, otherwise known as The Basic Expert joins me, and we talk about his most recent Kickstarter Macuahuital….a white box hack for playing in a semi-mythological Aztec empire. This isn’t a mere reskinning of the game system. Jon adds themes and mechanics to create a robust roleplaying experience.
We are on the hunt, glory awaits us. Sisters and brothers…It is time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Jonathan Torres
Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thebasicexpert/macuahuitl-whitebox-roleplaying-in-the-aztec-empire/description
Website: https://thebasicexpert.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBasicExpert
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheBasicExpert1
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
E132. “An Amazing Aztec RPG” with The Basic Expert [VIDEO VERSION]
3.31
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Jonathan Torres, otherwise known as The Basic Expert joins me, and we talk about his most recent Kickstarter Macuahuital….a white box hack for playing in a semi-mythological Aztec empire. This isn’t a mere reskinning of the game system. Jon adds themes and mechanics to create a robust roleplaying experience.
We are on the hunt, glory awaits us. Sisters and brothers…It is time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Jonathan Torres
Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thebasicexpert/macuahuitl-whitebox-roleplaying-in-the-aztec-empire/description
Website: https://thebasicexpert.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBasicExpert
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheBasicExpert1
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
E131. “Counting Crows and RPGs” with Donn Stroud
3.30
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Donn Stroud joins me, and we talk about the current state of affairs with Ruination Pilgrimage and all sorts of other groovy topics. A rambling palette cleanser….if you like.
The chaos portal opens, sisters and brothers…Lets see what this episode holds, It is time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Donn Stroud
Twitter: @DonnStroud
Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2038851623/ruination-pilgrimage
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
E131. “Counting Crows and RPGs” with Donn Stroud [VIDEO VERSION]
3.30
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Donn Stroud joins me, and we talk about the current state of affairs with Ruination Pilgrimage and all sorts of other groovy topics. A rambling palette cleanser….if you like.
The chaos portal opens, sisters and brothers…Lets see what this episode holds, It is time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Donn Stroud
Twitter: @DonnStroud
Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2038851623/ruination-pilgrimage
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
Journey into Adventure Writing - The Blood of Nanku-Bhala [audio]
We are commissioning Dave is writing a Sword and Sorcery adventure and Dave and I discuss the details. He already provided a rough draft and now we are taking what he wrote and discussing next steps.
This may not be the fare you are looking for, but I had people reach out to me asking for such content.
I am not an expert, by any strech, so take what you hear with a grain of salt. stretch
Journey into Adventure Writing - The Blood of Nanku-Bhala [video]
We are commissioning Dave is writing a Sword and Sorcery adventure and Dave and I discuss the details. He already provided a rough draft and now we are taking what he wrote and discussing next steps.
This may not be the fare you are looking for, but I had people reach out to me asking for such content.
I am not an expert, by any strech, so take what you hear with a grain of salt. stretch
E130. “A Lost Hungarian Vampire and Pod People” - RPG Ramblings with Laszlo Tamasfi
3.29
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Laszlo Tamashfi joins me to discuss an obscure Hungarian vampire film, his Kickstarter (Pod People) and everything in between. We go into some uncharted waters, but we land the boat back into home port.
Links in the show notes.
The hive mind is trying to take over our world, and there is no time to rest. Sisters and brothers. It time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Laszlo Tamasfi
Website: https://www.strangersfromnowhere.com
Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1202282794/pod-people-a-horror-science-fiction-rpg-zine
Twitter: https://twitter.com/strangersfromn1
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
E129. “Is It Worth Going To GENCON?” - RPG Ramblings
3.28
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
I have a Patreon that pays for my Zoom subscription. If you have some extra shekels burning an hole in your pocket, feel free to follow the link and support this show.
The mission is a go, time to jack in. Sisters and brothers. It time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
Call-in from Rob C - Gary's Appendix
Link to Down In A Heap podcast.
https://open.spotify.com/show/3AV73btHVtC7aSfQrwTr7H?si=ed3036b220a6473f
E128. “Netcrawling” - RPG Ramblings with James Pozenel
3.27
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, James Pozenel of Horseshack games joins me. He does freelance work for Goodman Games and keeps that house system close to his heart. We talk about his upcoming game, Netcrawl and ramble a bit.
I have a Patreon that pays for my Zoom subscription. If you have some extra shekels burning an hole in your pocket, feel free to follow the link and support this show.
The mission is a go, time to jack in. Sisters and brothers. It time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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James Pozenel
Twitter: @lectrotext
Twitter: @NetcrawlRpg
Website: https://www.horseshark.games
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
Behind the Scenes of a Kickstarter
Have a peek into my mind and behind the dashboard of a Kickstarter in progress.
E124. “Choosing Typefaces” - RPG Ramblings Guide to Layout
3.23
In this video, I discuss the importance of selecting the right typefaces for your publication because they play a vital role in shaping the overall aesthetic and readability of your work.
This a high-level view intended to provide the basic guidelines for beginners to aid in producing a product that is both easy to read and aesthetically pleasing.
Links:
https://www.creativebloq.com/typography/20-perfect-type-pairings-3132120
https://www.leadpages.com/blog/best-google-fonts
https://www.typewolf.com/top-10-body-text-fonts
https://www.thoughtco.com/body-copy-in-typography-1078253
https://www.lifewire.com/classic-serif-fonts-print-projects-1077407
https://fabrikbrands.com/best-sans-serif-fonts/
https://fontmeme.com/famous-logos-created-with-futura-font/
https://gatekeeperpress.com/most-readable-font-for-print/
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
E127. “Rambling with Jeff Grubb” - RPG Ramblings with Jeff Grubb
3.26
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Jeff Grubb joins me. He is known for the prolific number of game supplements he wrote for TSR “back in the day.” His involvement in so many iconic projects makes him one of the key people who shaped the direction of Dungeons and Dragons in the eighties and nineties. He left TSR decades ago, but his proverbial pen still keeps writing. As to be expected, we ramble about things old and new.
I have a Patreon that pays for my Zoom subscription. If you have some extra shekels burning an hole in your pocket, feel free to follow the link and support this show.
The portal is opening, sisters and brothers. It time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Index of games that Jeff worked on - https://index.rpg.net/display-search.phtml?key=contributor&value=Jeff+Grubb
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
E125. “Random Title Generators” - Journey Into Adventure Writing
3.24
In this video, I talk about various tools used for generating random titles for Sword and Sorcery Adventures. Creating evocative titles for role-playing game and supplements is key invoke excitement in the players and interest in the customer.
This includes tools from
ChatGPT
Astonishing Sorcerers and Swordsman of Hybrid
2d20 Conan GM’s Screen
Tome of Adventure Design
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
E126. “CyberBlood RPG” with Michael Scott
3.25
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Michael Scott joins me to talk bout his upcoming cyberpunk kickstarter, CyberBlood. If you are itching for some fast-paced action, look no further.
I have a Patreon that can always use some backers. The current cadre covers most of my Zoom costs and to them, I am most thankful.
Our inside man just cut the power to the warehouse and it is time to breach. Sisters and brothers, it is time to ramble.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Michael Scott
Twitter: @ _CyberBlood_
Kickstarter: https://kickstarter.com/projects/cyberblood/cyberblood…
Website: https://www.cyberblood.net
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.comAscolese
RPG Ramblings Guide to Layout: Initial Research
The first in a series exploring my approach to layout. I have no formal training. This is a series to help beginners...not a serious course.
E123. “This Got Wyrd!” with Zac Goings
3.22
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Zac Goings of STONEworks gaming joins me and talks about his GrymWyrd Omnibus 5e Kickstarter. We discuss using horror in gaming and the challenges he faced in getting this product from concept to Kickstarter. Like all heroic journeys, it wasn’t a straight and easy path.
Check out Patreon for the unedited version. There is a lot of fat on that slab of bacon.
The mist is forming in the bog. Who knows what foul creatures lurk in the growing darkness? Sisters and brothers, i+t is time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.com
E122. “Fireside Chat” with Travis Miller
3.21
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Travis Miller, of the Grumpy Wizard blog joins me and we have chat about a variety of topics.
Sisters and brothers, pontifications await. It is time to get rambling.
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/RPG_Ramblings
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Travis Miller
Twitter: @grump_e_wizard
Blog: https://grumpywizard.home.blog
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grumpewizard/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grumpeewizard/
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Itch.io: https://jeffrey-a-jones.itch.io
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Jeffrey%20A%20Jones
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.comAscolese
E121. “Breaker Press” - RPG Ramblings with Nick Baran
3.20
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This is a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today, Nick Baran joins me and we talk about Breaker Press, his Stennard setting, running a Patreon and much, much more.
Time to get this punk-rock show on the road. Sisters and brothers, it is time to get rambling….
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Nick Baran
Twitter: @BrokenContract
Patreon: https://patreon.com/nickbaran_breakerpressgames
Website: http://breakerpressgames.com
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@nickbaran4573
DTRPG: https://drivethrurpg.com/browse/pub/11806/Breaker-Press-Games
Itch: https://breaker-press-games.itch.io
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrokenContract
Instagram: https://instagram.com/breakerpressgames/
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Website: www.rpgramblings.com
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.co.uk
E120. “Tome of Adventure Design” - Journey into Adventure Writing
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This is a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Except this week I don’t have any guests. I planned to connect with two people this week, but my vacation threw off my groove more than I anticipated.
Friday, the day before I normally drop an episode, I was empty-handed, having failed the most basic task of scheduling a guest. Then the idea hit me. Why not have episodes on adventure creation sprinkled in with my regular episodes?
Just to be clear, I have very little experience in writing adventures. By little I mean, I wrote one. Saying it was mediocre is being generous. But I will not let ignorance impede my hubris. It is not enough to write an adventure, it must be worthy of publishing. That is the goal of this series, to come up with an idea and see it all the way through the process.
But, I will not do it alone. I will get help from guests and from you, the listeners, because when it comes to adventure writing, I only have questions.
I have no idea the direction this series will take, it is as much of a mystery for me as it is for you.
Don’t worry folks, this is not supplanting the normal RPG Ramblings podcasts…..I will be jumping back and forth.
It is seven thirty, Saturday morning. Adventure awaits. Sisters and Brothers, it is time to get rambling.
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Locations/Titles
- Poisoned Forest of the Snake beast
- Monastery of the Moon Beast
- Pulsing Crypt of the Crocodile God
- Dimensional Monolith of the Mad Idol
- Decomposing Stronghold of the Sabertooth Society
Locations
- Awakening- Webs
- Time- Rooms
- Slime- Kiln
- Mutation- Organs
- Feeding Kennels
- Flesh- Boxes
- Gate- Machine
Missions
- Bribe or negotiate with Intelligent monster
- Explore Swamp
- Sabotage Religious item
- Smuggle Evidence of crime
- Explore Ruins
- Incriminate or frame Illusionist
E119. “Chainsaw Wizard…There Has Gotta Be A Twist” with Levi Combs
3.18
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This is a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today Levi Combs of Planet X games joins me and we talk about his latest…and greatest…Kickstarter. To further highlight the launching of this specular event, we have The Arena of Death. This is where my most treasured characters go toe-to-toe with the random evil pulled from Chainsaw Wizards, Hecatomb Creeps and Other Ungodly Bastards.
The Arena awaits. Sisters and Brothers, it is time to get rambling.
E118. “Making a Superhero Game with DCC” with Ed Stanek
3.17
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This is a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today Ed Stanek joins me to discuss his new project, Comic Crawl Classics, live on Kickstarter. He discuss shaping the Dungeon Crawl Classics rules in a Superhero game. There are a number of classic superhero games and we go into how he folded those elements into his game engine.
Time to put on the spandex and the energy ring. Sisters and Brothers, it is time to get rambling.
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Ed Stanek
Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/comic-crawl-classics/comic-crawl-classics?ref=cnofv4&token=dc0b7c4a
Website: https://www.raorgengames.com
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Website: www.rpgramblings.com
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.co.uk
E117. “Traveller, RoleMaster and Other Ramblings” RPG Ramblings with Ardwulf
3.16
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This is a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Today Gary joins me. I don’t know his last name but most people know him by his moniker, “Ardwulf” and his YouTube channel, Ardwulf’s Lair. This episode falls in a normal pattern of ramble but don’t worry, we take time for some deep cuts.
Scoundrels of Brixton funded. So you will not hear me shilling this any more at least until issue two goes to Kickstarter later this year.
I hear the sound of approaching tanks. Sisters and Brothers, it is time to get rambling.
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Ardwulf
Twitter: @ardwulf
LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/ardwulf
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Website: www.rpgramblings.com
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.co.uk
E116. “Guillotines and Other Topics With Trevor Stamper” with Trevor Stamper.
3.15
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This is a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Trevor joins me today. We discuss a good number of topics including printing, publishing and guillotines. We talk about his upcoming Kickstarter, and plans down the road.
This is the last week for getting in on the Scoundrels of Brixton Kickstarter. Hop right on over to Kikstarter and back the sci-fi beauty, that is if you haven’t done it already.
No time to waste. Sisters and Brothers, it is time to get rambling.
Scoundrels of Brixton Kickstarter - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1580058713/scoundrels-of-brixton
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Trevor Stamper
Email:info@smokingwyrm.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmokingWyrm
DriveThru RPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/pub/15834/Blind-Visionary-Publications
Blog: https://www.smokingwyrm.com
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Website: www.rpgramblings.com
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.co.uk
E115. “How to Find an Artists for Your Project” with Thatohora.
3.14
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This is a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Thathohora joins me today. An accomplished freelance artist who illustrated the front cover of Scoundrels of Brixton, as well as two additional interior pieces. We talk about what it takes to be a freelance illustrator, and the process of using Upwork…a website for connecting artists with clients.
Depending on when you listen to this episode, Scoundrels of Brixton is on Kickstarter. Click the link below to see what all the hubbub is about.
Time for full burn on the primary M-Drive. Sisters and Brothers, it is time to get rambling.
Scoundrels of Brixton Kickstarter - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1580058713/scoundrels-of-brixton
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Thatohora
Twitter: @Thatohora
Instagram: @thatohora
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Website: www.rpgramblings.com
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.co.uk
E114. “Scoundrels….through and through” with Adam Kovac.
3.13
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This is a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
Adam Kovac writer and editor, joins me to discuss Scoundrels, a project we worked on together. After a few minutes of talking to Adam, I realize he does a lot better job explaining the project and conveying to core of this supplement than I do. The project went live on the 18th and will last three weeks and two days, and we recorded this a week prior. So, if the project sounds great to you, head over to the show notes and click the link to become a backer.
The gig is up, we need to scramble. Sisters and Brothers, it is time to get rambling.
Scoundrels of Brixton Kickstarter - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1580058713/scoundrels-of-brixton
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Adam Kovac
Twitter: @Boondock60mm
Website: adamkovacwriter.com
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Website: www.rpgramblings.com
E113. “Clement Sector and the Cepheus Engine” with John Watts.
3.12
Welcome RPG Ramblings with Jeff Jones. This is a weekly show exploring the various details of the TableTop RPG hobby through discussions with interesting people.
John Watts of Independence Games is a publisher producing content for an OGL variant of the Traveller rule set known as The Cepheus Engine. He supports several genres, including westerns. He has a massive amount of Clement Sector books currently on Bundle of Holding site. You better get in on it now, because it ends in a few days.
John explains the Traveller OGL, Cepheus Engine SRD, the Cepheus Engine OGL, and how the looming de-authorization of the WoTC’s OGL threatens the balance. This show can’t always be about happy stuff, we need gloomy weather to make us appreciate the sunshine.
Oh! I have Kickstarter going live next week. Scoundrels of Brixton. Go click the NOTIFY ME AT LAUNCH button…that will send a ray of joy into my heart.
The sun is rising; it is time to saddle-up. Sisters and Brothers, it is time to get rambling.
Clement Sector Bundle of Holding - https://bundleofholding.com/presents/Clement3E
Scoundrels of Brixton Kickstarter - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1580058713/scoundrels-of-brixton
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John Watts
Twitter: @IndependenceGa6
Company Website: https://independencerpgs.com
DriveThru: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/pub/3565/Independence-Games
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Jeff Jones
Twitter: @I_Am_Jeffrey
Website: www.rpgramblings.com
Intro and Outro Music: Jungle Juice by Wataboi from Pixabay.com/music
Sound Effects: https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.co.uk