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Purple Worm

By Purple Worm

Purple Worm is a podcast featuring a small group of British RPG-ers discuss various topics of interest, with a highlight on UK-based or inspired RPGS.

The podcast ceased publishing on 30/08/20, but now it seems as though a sleeping behemoth stirs once again...

Check out our individual podcasts:
- Pete @ Dragons are real: anchor.fm/dragonsarereal
- Colin @ spikepit: anchor.fm/spikepit
- John @ Red Dice Diaries: rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Our RSS feed is: anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss
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Spicing Up Combat

Purple WormJul 06, 2020

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01:10:55
What's in your GM kit?

What's in your GM kit?

The fellows from Purple Worm are talking about what they'd include in their GM kits.


• You can also find us on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/purplewormpodcast    

• And Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHvJ85Z2Iyn8x5hbVDKdZ7g


Check out our individual podcasts:

• Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal 

• Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit 

• John @ Red Dice Diaries: https://rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Sep 07, 202201:44:00
Finding the Fun

Finding the Fun

The fellows from Purple Worm are talking about finding the fun, why they game and what keeps bringing them back to the hobby table.  

• You can also find us on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/purplewormpodcast   
• And Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHvJ85Z2Iyn8x5hbVDKdZ7g 

Check out our individual podcasts:  

• Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal
• Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit
• John @ Red Dice Diaries: https://rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Jul 20, 202202:13:33
Rising from the Sands
Jun 22, 202201:59:17
Coming soon...
Jun 19, 202203:11
Running a historical campaign

Running a historical campaign

In this episode John Alan Large leads us in a discussion of considerations around running a campaign based on real history.
Our RSS feed is:
anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss
Check out our individual podcasts:
- Pete @ Dragons are real: anchor.fm/dragonsarereal
- Dave @ dpercentile: anchor.fm/dave-aldridge
- Colin @ spikepit: anchor.fm/spikepit
- John @ RDD RPG Podcast: rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/
If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.
Aug 10, 202042:02
Spicing up Combat & Sexy Times Voicemail Episode

Spicing up Combat & Sexy Times Voicemail Episode

In this bonus voicemail episode we're fielding calls about PBTA, lethality in combat, various hacks and methods of maintaining suspense.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ RDD RPG Podcast: https://rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.o be added in prior to publishing.

Aug 03, 202049:51
Indy and OSR RPGs

Indy and OSR RPGs

In this episode Dave Aldridge leads us in a discussion of the differences between Indy and OSR games.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ RDD RPG Podcast: https://rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.


  • Links Discussed in the Show

http://www.indie-rpgs.com/_articles/narr_essay.html

http://www.indie-rpgs.com/articles/15/

http://www.indie-rpgs.com/articles/21/

Jul 27, 202001:05:23
Powered by the Apocalypse

Powered by the Apocalypse

In this episode the Worm-ers are discussing the merits and flaws of the Powered by the Apocalypse system, along with some of our favourite games using the system.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ RDD RPG Podcast: https://rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

  • Links Discussed in the Show

Apocalypse World Burned Over - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/288008/Apocalypse-World-Burned-Over-Hackbook

Simple World - https://buriedwithoutceremony.com/simple-world

One Shot World - https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/242339/One-Shot-World-Beta

+1 Forward Podcast - https://www.gauntlet-rpg.com/1-forward


Jul 20, 202058:34
Mythic London, Ley Lines and Brothers Green Voicemail Episode

Mythic London, Ley Lines and Brothers Green Voicemail Episode

In this bonus voicemail episode we answer calls about mythic London, ley lines, advancement and the Green Children.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ RDD RPG Podcast: https://rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Jul 13, 202019:24
Spicing Up Combat

Spicing Up Combat

In this episode the Worm-ers are discussing tricks, tips and techniques for spicing up combat in your RPG sessions.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ RDD RPG Podcast: https://rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Jul 06, 202001:10:55
Scratching Below the Surface

Scratching Below the Surface

In this episode Colin talks to us about searching for the extraordinary in our own back yards and how this can inspire a whole world of RPG sessions.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ RDD RPG Podcast: https://rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Jun 29, 202028:01
The Aquarian Guide to Legendary London

The Aquarian Guide to Legendary London

In this episode Dave provides us with insight into an intriguing collection of new-age lore and legends concerning the city of London.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ RDD RPG Podcast: https://rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Jun 22, 202028:19
Advancement, Bastionland and Vorpal Spades voicemail episode

Advancement, Bastionland and Vorpal Spades voicemail episode

In this bonus voicemail episode we answer calls about advancement, what you should award XP for a cool items.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ RDD RPG Podcast: https://rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Jun 15, 202010:07
Faerie Trees

Faerie Trees

In this episode Pete kicks us off talking about mystical faerie trees and how they can serve as gateways to other realms.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ RDD RPG Podcast: https://rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Jun 08, 202030:53
The Mysterious Green Children of Woolpit

The Mysterious Green Children of Woolpit

In this episode we talk about the folk-tale the Green Children of Woolpit and how to run mystery storylines in your RPGs.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ RDD RPG Podcast: https://rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Jun 01, 202038:15
Spookiness, Prophecies and Map-making voicemail episode

Spookiness, Prophecies and Map-making voicemail episode

In this bonus voicemail episode we answer calls about spooky goings on, prophecies and get a recommendation for some map-making software.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ RDD RPG Podcast: https://rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

May 25, 202038:38
Advancement & Rewards

Advancement & Rewards

In this episode the Worm-ers are discussing various methods of advancements and of rewarding players in RPGs, what the various bring to a game and which RPGs suit particular methods.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ RDD RPG Podcast: https://rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

May 18, 202043:34
What games have we been playing?

What games have we been playing?

In this episode the Worm-ers are talking about the games that we've been playing and running recently.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ RDD RPG Podcast: https://rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

May 11, 202057:47
Online Gaming

Online Gaming

In this episode the Worm-ers discuss a topic that's very much at the forefront of everyone's minds current, gaming online, what to use, how to do it and some suggestions for making the experience as painless as possible.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ RDD RPG Podcast: https://rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Check out Goblin's Henchman's excellent spreadsheet adventure module at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jmmWCIcQxk&list=PLyeGjc78ASuIu-pmyk_kpforB7vZA3gPY

If you're interested in joining the Audio Dungeon Discord community click on the link here: https://discord.gg/D5Gpe3s

May 04, 202001:04:12
Player agency, hardware and folklore voicemail episode

Player agency, hardware and folklore voicemail episode

In this bonus voicemail episode we answer calls talking about player agency, permissions to elaborate on a setting, folklore, the correct way to pronounce Kobold and folklore, amongst other things.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ RDD RPG Podcast: https://rddrpgpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Apr 27, 202041:50
Spring-heeled Jack

Spring-heeled Jack

In this bonus voicemail episode we discuss one of the more popular urban-legends of the Victorian era, Spring-heeled Jack.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ Red Dice Diaries: https://anchor.fm/the-red-dice-diaries

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Apr 20, 202021:30
Knockers & Knackers

Knockers & Knackers

In this episode Pete breaks down the origin of the Kobold, we puzzle over it's pronunciation and also touch on re-skinning creatures.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ Red Dice Diaries: https://anchor.fm/the-red-dice-diaries

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Apr 13, 202022:48
Ghosts & Urban Legends

Ghosts & Urban Legends

In this episode of the Purple Worm we talk about ghosts and urban legends, some of the topics we discuss include:

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ Red Dice Diaries: https://anchor.fm/the-red-dice-diaries

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Apr 06, 202028:13
Magic, Player Agency and Britishness voicemail bonus

Magic, Player Agency and Britishness voicemail bonus

In this bonus voicemail episode we answer calls talking about Magic, Player Agency and Britishness.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ Red Dice Diaries: https://anchor.fm/the-red-dice-diaries

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Mar 30, 202021:14
Witches & White Mice

Witches & White Mice

In this episode Dave Aldridge tells us about the Witches of Canewdon and we talk about how local superstitions/folk-wisdom could be used to enrich a campaign setting.

If you are interesting in finding out more about George Pickingill (mentioned in the cast) then there is a Wikipedia page on him as well as a number of other websites concerning witchcraft that mention him, one such page can be found here.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ Red Dice Diaries: https://anchor.fm/the-red-dice-diaries

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Mar 23, 202031:46
Player Control & Codes of Behaviour

Player Control & Codes of Behaviour

In this episode the Worm-ers muse a little more about giving players narrative control in RPGs and how codes of behaviour could have an impact on a session.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ Red Dice Diaries: https://anchor.fm/the-red-dice-diaries

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Mar 16, 202017:43
The Power of Prophecy

The Power of Prophecy

We begin a series of episodes looking at Myths & Legends, how they can influence and enrich your roleplaying sessions with Colin talking about a legend native to the Isle of Sheppey, and we then continue on to a discussion of prophecies and how they can be used in RPGs.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ Red Dice Diaries: https://anchor.fm/the-red-dice-diaries

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Mar 09, 202022:42
Magic, Brit RPGs and the Dorset Ooser, bonus voicemail episode

Magic, Brit RPGs and the Dorset Ooser, bonus voicemail episode

In this bonus voicemail episode we answer calls talking about magic, British roleplaying games and the Dorset Ooser.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ Red Dice Diaries: https://anchor.fm/the-red-dice-diaries

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Mar 02, 202042:29
OSRing D&D 5E, can you and should you?

OSRing D&D 5E, can you and should you?

In this episode of the Purple Worm podcast we talk about D&D 5E, it's relationship to the OSR how easy it is to run an OSR style game with 5E and some of the potential things we'd love to see in the future from D&D.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ Red Dice Diaries: https://anchor.fm/the-red-dice-diaries

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Feb 24, 202048:44
Vancian magic, ups, downs and alternatives

Vancian magic, ups, downs and alternatives

In this episode of the Purple Worm podcast we talk about Vancian Magic in D&D and possible alternatives.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ Red Dice Diaries: https://anchor.fm/the-red-dice-diaries

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Feb 17, 202054:09
Riddling Reaver, Voyage of the Enigma

Riddling Reaver, Voyage of the Enigma

Dave Aldridge continues to run the rest of the Purple Worm hosts through the classic Fighting Fantasy adventure The Riddling Reaver, as our heroes explore the Reaver's vessel The Twice Shy, bound for parts unknown.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ Red Dice Diaries: https://anchor.fm/the-red-dice-diaries

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Feb 10, 202053:34
You've got that British Feeling

You've got that British Feeling

In this episode of the Purple Worm podcast we talk about what particular vibe gives an RPG a feeling of inherent British-ness.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ Red Dice Diaries: https://anchor.fm/the-red-dice-diaries

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Feb 03, 202041:10
Riddling Reaver, the Curse of Kallamehr - Scene Two: About Town

Riddling Reaver, the Curse of Kallamehr - Scene Two: About Town

Dave Aldridge continues to run the rest of the Purple Worm hosts through the classic Fighting Fantasy adventure The Riddling Reaver, as our heroes search Kallamehr for the items hinted at in the Reavers devilish riddles.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ Red Dice Diaries: https://anchor.fm/the-red-dice-diaries

If you want to get in touch leave a voicemail on the anchor app or email us at purplewormpodcast@gmail.com, if we can't answer your voicemail on this podcast we'll do our best to address it in one of our individual casts.

Jan 27, 202001:10:11
Bonus voicemail episode

Bonus voicemail episode

In this Purple Worm bonus episode we open the post-bag and answer some of the great voicemails we've received.

Our RSS feed is: https://anchor.fm/s/f74b65c/podcast/rss

Check out our individual podcasts:

- Pete @ Dragons are real: https://anchor.fm/dragonsarereal

- Dave @ dpercentile: https://anchor.fm/dave-aldridge

- Colin @ spikepit: https://anchor.fm/spikepit

- John @ Red Dice Diaries: https://anchor.fm/the-red-dice-diaries

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Jan 21, 202047:10
Riddling Reaver, the Curse of Kallamehr - Scene One: Tower Trouble

Riddling Reaver, the Curse of Kallamehr - Scene One: Tower Trouble

In the first episode of Purple Worm Season 2 Dave Aldridge runs the rest of the Purple Worm hosts through the first scene of the classic Fighting Fantasy adventure The Riddling Reaver.

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Jan 12, 202045:45
Last Xmas thoughts & Black Hack

Last Xmas thoughts & Black Hack

In this episode of the Purple Worm podcast our guest-host Spencer (AKA Free Thrall) of the excellent Keep Off the Borderlands podcast, gives us some last thoughts on Xmas gifts and we talk about the Black Hack.

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Dec 30, 201958:30
Purple Worm Christmas Wish List

Purple Worm Christmas Wish List

'Twas the night before Christmas,

And all cross the net,

The Wormers are dreaming,

Of what RPG loot they'll get.

In this Christmas Eve special were are joined by Spencer (AKA Free Thrall) of the excellent Keep Off the Borderlands podcast.

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Dec 24, 201901:02:14
Purple Worm chat with Free Thrall

Purple Worm chat with Free Thrall

In this episode of the Purple Worm podcast we talk to Spencer (AKA Free Thrall) of the excellent Keep Off the Borderlands podcast, about his experience with RPGs and podcasting, we also talk about Electric Bastionland, layout and other topics.

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Dec 23, 201947:20
BONUS: Voicemails - OSE, Lamentations, Editing and Random Tables

BONUS: Voicemails - OSE, Lamentations, Editing and Random Tables

In this bonus episode of the Purple Worm podcast we answer a number of voicemails regarding recent episodes.

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Dec 16, 201958:50
Black Hack 2nd Edition

Black Hack 2nd Edition

In this episode of the Purple Worm podcast we discuss the Black Hack 2nd Edition and have a brief look at the history of random tables in RPGs.

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Dec 09, 201953:18
Randomness and Into the ODD

Randomness and Into the ODD

In this episode of the Purple Worm podcast we talk about Into the Odd and random tables, mentioning Electric Bastionland and a few other games along the way.

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Dec 02, 201953:50
The Darker Side of AFF

The Darker Side of AFF

In this episode of the Purple Worm podcast we discuss the relatively recent re-released versions of the Advanced Fighting Fantasy main books, then segway into a brief discussion of Troika and some other related games.

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Nov 25, 201947:33
Advancing the Fantasy

Advancing the Fantasy

In this episode of the Purple Worm podcast we give an introduction to Advanced Fighting Fantasy, the follow on game from Fighting Fantasy, by Mark Gascoigne and Pete Tamlyn.

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Nov 18, 201948:31
Bonus Minisode - FF Point crawls with Goblin's Henchman
Nov 17, 201916:36
The Mechanics of Fighting Fantasy

The Mechanics of Fighting Fantasy

In this episode of the Purple Worm podcast we continue our discussion of Fighting Fantasy, delving a little deeper into the mechanics and touching on what makes this franchise special to us as gamers.

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Nov 11, 201932:21
Introduction to Fighting Fantasy

Introduction to Fighting Fantasy

In this episode of the Purple Worm podcast we begin a discussion about the Fighting Fantasy gamebooks created by Steve Jackson & Ian Livingstone.

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Nov 04, 201928:02
What's weird for one...

What's weird for one...

In this episode of the Purple Worm podcast we continue our discussion of weird games, talking about Burning Wheel, Mouse Guard and reflecting that, what is weird for one person, may not be for another.

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Oct 25, 201927:35
Too High Up the Weird Tree

Too High Up the Weird Tree

In this episode of the Purple Worm podcast we continue our dive into the world of weird games, discussing Numenera, Maid and what we think makes a weird game.

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Oct 23, 201932:17
Old School Essentials, Wolves of God and Weird Games

Old School Essentials, Wolves of God and Weird Games

In the first episode of the Purple Worm podcast we talk about two upcoming games we're looking forward to and expound on some of their strengths, we also begin to dip our toes into the waters of weird games.

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Oct 21, 201932:52
WORMSIGN! The purple worm approaches.
Oct 20, 201901:58