Hosts –Dan, Tyler, Bryan, Mack Topic – In this episode, we answer(?) another listener email. We also discuss the sci-fi genre (What is sci-fi and what isn’t?). We then spend a little time talking about the sub-genres of sci-fi, and close the episode out with a campaign idea from Mack. (2:40) Another listener email!!! Keep ’em […]
In our fourteenth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast explores the art of pushing the boundaries of your comfort zone to achieve a more fulfilling relationship with your character. Additionally, we start up our newest feature, a collaborative effort with our listeners to develop a new fantasy city setting in anticipation of the newest […]
Hosts – Dan, Bryan, Mack, Steve,and Tyler Topic – In this episode, we read the entries to our first ever listener contest and announce the winner. We then get involved in an event horizon and fall short of making it to topic 2 episodes in a row. (:47) Contest winner announcement (24:23) Event horizon (36:43) Steve […]
Hey All! My good friend Erik from Prismatic Tsunami.com had the opportunity to sit down for a chat with game designer, author, and podcaster, Robin D. Laws! The resulting interview is the inaugural episode of the Metagamers Anonymous Interview Series. It’s a fantastic interview, with Robin talking about his personal interests, his past works, and […]
In the inaugural episode of our new interview series, we sit down for a casual discussion with legendary writer and game designer Robin D. Laws. Robin talks about some of his personal interests and background as both writer and gamer, waxes philosophically about diving into the world of podcasting, and touches on the inspiration behind […]
The CarpeGm Interview Series – Episode 2 – Chris Birch Notes – “World War Two…with tentacles!” I was able to sit down and chat (via Skype) with Chris Birch of Modiphious about his new publishing imprint and campaign series, Achtung! Cthulhu. Enjoy! Media – Modiphius Achtung! Cthulhu Starblazer Adventures Fate RPG Legends […]
In our thirteenth episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast discusses the use of archetypes and fictional references for character conceptualization and more immersive play. We also talk about some of the upcoming convention activity in our hometown and discuss an idea presented on the community forums. Metagamers Anonymous is a biweekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and […]
Translating your geeky interests into a decorating style is so much fun. If you’re not a fan of DIY projects, there are all kinds of things you can buy to make your domicile as awesome as it can be. If you don’t pay your bills for the next few months and feel like saving up […]
Hosts – Dan, Bryan, Mack, Tyler, Steve Topic – In this episode, we discuss ways to keep your game group engaged when there has been a significant change in scheduling,and we answer(?) a listener email. (:44) On our horizon (11:19) Game savers (21:03) EMAIL!! Media- D&D Next playtest Metagamers Anonymous Heroes of Newerth League […]
Carpe GM Interview Series – Episode 1 – Cullen Bunn Notes – Bryan Caught up with comic book writer, Cullen Bunn at Heroic Adventures in Edwardsville IL. They discuss projects, old and new, Cullen gives advice to aspiring comic writers, and they talk about some “favorites” of past and present. (:38) “What’s your geek?” (2:07) […]