Metagamers Anonymous

In the latest episode of our interview series, Erik sits down once again with veteran game designer and friend to the Tsunami community Jim Pinto of Post World Games to discuss his latest invention Toolcards 2, now funding on Kickstarter.  We talk gaming, geek culture, andhow to get Jim out to TsunamiCon in November (hint: scroll down to the stretch goals!).

Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

In our sixty-sixth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, Erik records an interview conducted by Wichita-based board gamer website Cardboard Carnageabout TsunamiCon.  Gregg interviews Erik about the origins of the Prismatic Tsunami community, the strategy behind raising money for a convention, and what you can expect at TsunamiCon 2014 this fall.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material.  Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show:

TsunamiCon Kickstarter Page
Cardboard Carnage
TsunamiCon 2014
TsunamiCon Facebook Page

In our sixty-fifth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous and another installment of “things Erik apparently doesn’t understand about good gaming”, the cast holistically climbs aboard the plot train to discuss the view.  The topic is railroading, with all that implies.  They also offer a bit of rapid-fire City Project content, mull over some of the latest challenges in their current weekly campaign, and present a brief overview of the TsunamiCon Kickstarter.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material.  Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, William, and Jason

Links from the show:

TsunamiCon 2014
TsunamiCon Facebook Page
Tsunami GameDay Summer 2014

In our sixty-fourth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast explores the process of diversifying characters organically during development.  They also talk about the end of their latest adventure, read some listener email, and talk about how characters are defined by their abilities.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material.  Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, William, and Jason

Links 

TsunamiCon 2014from the show:

TsunamiCon Facebook Page
Tsunami GameDay Summer 2014

In our sixty-third regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast takes a critical look at the immersive potential of the dungeon crawl.  The hosts discuss their personal experience with dungeoneering, how narrative affects the experience, and RPG history is responsibility for many contemporary assumptions regarding the genre.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material.  Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, William, Jason, and Richard

Links from the show:

TsunamiCon 2014
TsunamiCon Facebook Page
Tsunami GameDay Summer 2014
Zeitgeist

In our sixty-second regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the show has an official send-off for the amazing B-Team co-hosts who are moving away in the next week or two.  They also make the official TsuanmiCon announcement, talk about the pending release of D&D5, and address a listener-submitted question regarding NPC management in campaigns.  Naturally, hi-jinks ensue.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material.  Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, Shaun, and Liz

Links from the show:

TsunamiCon 2014
TsunamiCon Facebook Page
Tsunami GameDay Summer 2014

n our sixty-first regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast barely scratches the surface of the application of philosophical constructs as character rewards and motivations.  They also talk a little personal philosophy, ruminate on some recent game-related challenges, wax rhapsodic regarding some movie choices, and touch on Erik’s struggle to compress cosmic horror into heroic fantasy and still come out ahead.  And sane.    Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material.  Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, and Shaun

Links from the show:

Tsunami Quarterly Review
TsunamiCon 2014
TsunamiCon Facebook Page
TsunamiCon 2014 Community Supporter T-Shirt Campaign
The Outernet

In our sixtieth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast discusses the immersive potential of the simple little rewards characters can achieve at the end of the day.  They also answer some listener emails, ruminate about the roleplaying potential inherent in experiencing PC reactions to the first time they kill someone, and talk about using those moments when a metagaming decision seems to break out of character to further enhance the character’s growth.  Yeah… it’s a lot.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material.  Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, and Jason

Links from the show:

Tsunami Quarterly Review
TsunamiCon 2014
TsunamiCon 2014 Community Supporter T-Shirt Campaign

In our fifty-ninth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast discusses how the immersive opportunities involved in “failing upward” and seeing your character take his lumps.  They also discuss recent games, swap some old gaming stories, and talk a little bit about the latest issue of the community periodical.

Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material.  Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, Jason and The Other Jason

Links from the show:

Tsunami Quarterly Review
TsunamiCon 2014
TsunamiCon 2014 Community Supporter T-Shirt Campaign
Emma Stone being awesome on The Tonight Show

In our fifty-eighth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast discusses how the depth and role of an NPC is commensurate with the level of investment from the players.  They also discuss how setting familiarity affects immersive opportunities in long-term play, talk about their recent game sessions, and provide a collection of Tsunami City Project entries for April.

Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material.  Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, William and Jason

Links from the show:

Tsunami Quarterly Review
TsunamiCon 2014
Zeitgeist Actual Play Sessions

In our fifty-seventh regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast commemorates two full years of RPG podcasting, community involvement, and how it has affected their experiences at the game table.  They compare notes about the sum of their experiences, discuss how it has affected them personally, and even delve into a fun bit of trivia regarding content from the first two episodes of the series.

Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material.  Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, William, Jason and Richard

Links from the show:
Tsunami Quarterly Review
TsunamiCon 2014

On April 5th, the Prismatic Tsunami web community and the cast of Metagamers Anonymous hosted yet another live event at The Burrow: Gifts for Geeks in East Wichita. It was an all-day miasma of tabletop gaming with gamers from in and around the area. As the evening drew to a close, the cast recorded a live podcast with the participation of the numerous players, GMs, and casual game enthusiasts in residence, discussing their games, drawing prizes, and generally having a good time.  Afterwards, Erik and the ladies from Geek Chic sat down the next morning to discuss the event.  Enjoy!

Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

 Links from the show:
TsunamiCon 2014
TsunamiCon 2014 V-I-G packages

In our fifty-sixth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast discusses the challenges involved in maiming and disfiguring player characters and how it can affect the game.  They also take a stab at the question of the disadvantage of immersive play styles to the indie gamer, toss out a new round of Tsunami City Project locations, and sit down for a brief discussion with Colin from Lone Wolf regarding the latest feature to grace the Hero Lab platform, their exciting new Encounter Builder. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material.  Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, Shaun and Justin

Links from the show:
Tsunami GameDay Spring 2014
Tsunami GameDay Events on Conplanner
Tsunami Quarterly Review
Hero Lab

In our fifty-fifth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast discusses the immersive roleplaying opportunities afforded to survivors following the death of a colleague, how to remember fallen comrades and deal with their replacements, and ways that your characters can grow from the experience.  They also take some time to further unpack some of the narrative discourse from the previous episode via a handful of listener emails. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material.  Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, William and Jason

Links from the show:
Tsunami GameDay Spring 2014
Tsunami GameDay Events on Conplanner
TsunamiCon V-I-G Memberships
GNS and Other Matters of Role-Playing Theory

In our fifty-fourth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast tackles the complex question of shifts in narrative control in immersive gaming, mulls over the division between roleplaying and story-driven gaming, and expounds on the traditional roles of player and GM. They also delve deep into the topic of roleplaying as a means of exorcising your inner demons.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material.  Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, Shaun and Liz

Links from the show:
Tsunami GameDay Spring 2014
TsunamiCon V-I-G Memberships
Fate Core
Saving The Game Podcast
The Bodhana Group
The Jank Cast

In our fifty-third regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast investigates the immersive opportunities of political gaming, talks a little bit about NPC and scenario presentation, and discusses their recent game sessions.  They also take the time to answer some listener email.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material.  Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, William and Jason

Links from the show:
Tsunami GameDay Spring 2014
Tsunami Quarterly Review
TsunamiCon V-I-G Memberships
Buccaneer Bass Inn Adventures

In our fifty-second regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast dives back into the psychological brain bin and drums up a discussion on applying Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs to the art of character development.  They also banter about the applications of thematic versus generic game systems, wax philosophical about indie gaming, and delve into the high concept of catharsis through roleplaying.  It’ll mess with ya.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material.  Join in the fun by posting comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, Shaun and Liz

Links from the show:
Tsunami GameDay Spring 2014
Tsunami Quarterly Review

In our fifty-first regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast talks up the immersive opportunities in playing characters with civic roles and responsibilities, the challenges of procedural investigation, and how investigative games differ from standard adventure scenarios.  They also present another round of locations for the Tsunami City Project.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, William, and Jason

Links from the show:
Tsunami Quarterly Review
Zeitgeist: The Gears of Revolution
 

In our landmark fiftieth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast tackles the complex question of how to prepare for a new campaign, what to look for in a campaign pitch, and how to extrapolate genuine opportunities from an idea to help make a campaign successful.  The cast also reads a couple of emails, talks about some exciting systems they’d like to try, and waxes predictably anecdotal about some of their recent gaming activities.  Metagamers Anonymous is a regular podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, Jason, and Justin

Links from the show:
Mutant Chronicles Kickstarter
Geek Chic Podcast
Fate Core
Leverage RPG
Tsunami Quarterly Review

In our forty-ninth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, a panel of podcasting GMs take a meandering look at pacing, power creep, session prep, sandboxing, and reigning in overpowered characters.  The cast also reminisces about last weekend’s GameDay event and sounds off on a couple of though-provoking listener emails.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, Shaun, Liz, and Ken

Links from the show:
Geek Chic Podcast
Tsunami Quarterly Review

In our forty-eighth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast tosses around the importance of character background and a few ways to make it more interesting.  They also present the latest round of Tsunami City Project entries, talk up the upcoming Tsunami GameDay event, and discuss some of the new characters coming into the crew’s Pathfinder adventure. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, William, Richard, and Jason

Links from the show:
Geek Chic Podcast
Tsunami GameDay Winter 2014
Tsunami Quarterly Review
Zeitgeist Adventure Path
Toolcards: Fantasy Character
Pathfinder Roleplaying Game: Ultimate Campaign

In our forty-seventh regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous – and our first of 2014! – the cast addresses a listener-submitted question about introducing new players to immersive gaming.  They also chew over the latest tragedy to befall their own stalwart characters, including the bad taste it left in Erik’s big mouth, and announce the big, big winner of the 2013 Holiday Giveaway.Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Hosts: Erik, Jonikka, William, Richard, and Jason

Links from the show:
Geek Chic Podcast
Tsunami GameDay Winter 2014
Tsunami Quarterly Review
Zeitgeist Adventure Path

In our forty-sixth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast hosts a small holiday celebration with some games, a little Q&A, and some discussion about their recent gaming experiences.  They also add yet another prize to the holiday giveaway and roll out some info on the network’s newest podcast, Geek Chic. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show: 

Geek Chic Podcast
TsunamiCon VIG Memberships
2013 Holiday Giveaway
Metagamers Anonymous 2013 Holiday Charity Drive
Pathfinder Rules Quiz

In our forty-fifth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast addresses a listener-submitted question about generating characters that fit the party and how to approach that part of the process.  They also talk about some of the challenges associated with their firstPathfinder game, and talk about their upcoming post-apocalyptic foray in the New World of Darkness.Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show: 

TsunamiCon VIG Memberships
2013 Holiday Giveaway
Metagamers Anonymous 2013 Holiday Charity Drive

In our forty-fourth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast examines the conventional wisdom of not splitting the party… and talks about why we do it anyway, and how it works to our advantage.  They also discuss their first impressions of their very first Pathfinder game session and offer yet another awesome prize for the2013 Holiday Giveaway!  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show: 

Cards Against Humanity
King for a Day Fantasy Sandbox Campaign
Toolcards and Erik’s Toolcards Review
Metagamers Anonymous 2013 Holiday Charity Drive
Zeitgeist Adventure Path

In our forty-third regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast spends a few minutes on the art of making memorable moments out of the RPG experience.  They also talk baking, they briefly revisit this year’s Holiday Giveaway, and Erik sits down for a one-on-one with Jim Pinto of Post World Games regarding his upcoming Protocol Kickstarter. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.
 

Links from the show: 

The Protocol Kickstarter Page
King for a Day Fantasy Sandbox Campaign
Toolcards
Metagamers Anonymous 2013 Holiday Charity Drive

In our forty-second regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast takes a close look at villains in an immersive RPG.  They also visit with Grant from Saving the Game regarding the 2013 RPG Podcast Charity Drive, talk about the end of their recent Freeport campaign and gearing up for their first Pathfinder game, and even get involved in a little do-you-know-your-movie-villains game show action. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show: 

Metagamers Anonymous 2013 Holiday Charity Drive
Saving the Game Podcast
Metagamers Anonymous 2013 Holiday Giveaway

In the fifteenth episode of our interview series, Erik has an opportunity to visit with veteran writer and game designer Bruce Cordell.  We talk about his work on Dungeons & Dragonsand other product lines over the years, delve into his recent employment with Monte Cook Games, and talk up The Strange, Bruce’s brand new sci-fi property built on Numenera‘s elegant, story-based Cypher System.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

 Links from the show:

The Kickstarter page for The Strange
The Strange RPG
Bruce’s Personal Site
Monte Cook Games

In the fourteenth episode of our interview series, Erik first has a brief conversation with Stephen J. Holodinsky, event coordinator for this weekend’s free online gaming convention, Aethercon! We then examine the upcoming Corporia RPG from Mark Plemmons.  Erik and Mark cover the details of the Corporia Kickstarter, the game itself, and some of the challenges of self-publishing.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com.

 Links from the show:

Aethercon
The Corporia Kickstarter
Brabblemark Press

In our forty-first regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast wishes everyone a belated Halloween with an in-depth look at the trials and tribulations of horror in RPGs.  They also announce the long-awaited 2013 Holiday Giveaway, provide some updates on community activities and the upcoming TsunamiCon, and offer a new round of spooktacular locations for the Tsunami City Project.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show: 

Metagamers Anonymous 2013 Holiday Charity Drive
Our products on Drive Thru RPG
The Tsunami City Project
Dicepouch.com

In our fortieth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast mulls over the challenges associated with effective presentation of characters at the table.  They also chat about recent games, discuss the role that time can play as an effective campaign element, and reveal the winners of the Odyssey Quest contest.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show: 

Engine Publishing
The 100 Most Important Things To Know About Your Character
Our products on Drive Thru RPG
Metagamers Anonymous Actual Play Series

On October 5th, the Prismatic Tsunami web community and the cast of Metagamers Anonymous hosted yet another live event at The Burrow: Gifts for Geeks in East Wichita. It was an all-day miasma of tabletop gaming with gamers from in and around the area. As the evening drew to a close, the cast recorded a live podcast with the participation of the numerous players, GMs, and casual game enthusiasts in residence, discussing their games, drawing prizes, and generally having a good time.

Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

 Links from the show:
Dicepouch.com
Zombie Dice
Post World Games

In our thirty-ninth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, Erik and Jonikka throw down on the topic of gaming with significant others.  They also talk about the upcoming GameDay and take a few minutes to visit with The Bag Lady.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show: 

Dicepouch.com
Odyssey Quest Contest
Tsunami GameDay Fall 2013
Tsunami GameDay Fall 2013 ConPlanner Activities
The Burrow: Gifts for Geeks
Metagamers Anonymous Actual Play Series

In our thirty-eighth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast tackles the importance of quality downtime for characters in the game and how it can enhance immersion, story, and character depth.  They also offer up a new round of Tsunami City Project locations and remind you how you can get involved.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show: 

Odyssey Quest Contest
Tsunami GameDay Fall 2013
Tsunami GameDay Fall 2013 ConPlanner Activities
Metagamers Anonymous Actual Play Series

In our thirty-seventh regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast anecdotally explores the complex challenges of introducing large-scale conflicts into an immersive RPG experience.  They also talk briefly about the new Lords of Waterdeep expansion, mull over the story application of traps in RPGs, read some listeners emails, and visit with one of the locally infamous D20 Girls about an upcoming charity event. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show: 

Odyssey Quest Contest
Tsunami GameDay Fall 2013
Tsunami GameDay Fall 2013 ConPlanner Activities
Metagamers Anonymous Actual Play Series
Super Nerd Night: Wichita
Bad Attitudes: The Action Movie RPG
Lords of Waterdeep: Scoundrels of Skullport Expansion

In the thirteenth episode of our interview series, we sit down for an in-studio discussion with programmer Riley Duttion from Roll20.Net.  Erik and Riley discuss the success of the virtual tabletop program, the ins and outs of online gaming, and his recent trip to GEN*CON to pick up an ENnie!  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com.
 

In our thirty-sixth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast mulls over the challenges and techniques associated with cinematic game play. They also promote the next GameDay, present a mad-lib GEN*CON report, and present the latest locations for the Tsunami City Project. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show: 

Odyssey Quest Contest
Tsunami GameDay Fall 2013
Tsunami GameDay Fall 2013 ConPlanner Activities
Metagamers Anonymous Actual Play Series
The Tsunami City Project

In our thirty-fifth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast dives into the pros and cons of urban campaigns.  They also talk a little about the last GameDay, discuss some of their recent games, and touch on the challenges of using in media res as a storytelling device in RPG scenarios. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show: 

Odyssey Quest Contest Freeport: The City of Adventure Zeitgeist The Agents: A Double-Edged Cards Game Weregeek

On August 3rd, the Prismatic Tsunami web community and the cast of Metagamers Anonymous hosted yet another live event at The Burrow: Gifts for Geeks in East Wichita. It was an all-day miasma of tabletop gaming with gamers from in and around the area. As the evening drew to a close, the cast recorded a live podcast with the participation of the numerous players, GMs, and casual game enthusiasts in residence, discussing their games, drawing prizes, and generally having a good time.  We also handed over the collected donation for our recent charity drive live on the air.

Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

 Links from the show:
Support the Burrows!
Dicepouch.com
Crabs Adjust Humidity
Happy Jacks RPG Podcast
Game Strategies Institute
MetAnon Project Z Fiasco AP
Fiasco After Z-Day Playset

In our thirty-fourth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, listenter Ken “SelectStriker2″ joins the cast to discuss tools, devices, and sources of inspiration that can assist with the immersive play process. They also talk about the upcoming GameDay event, announce another great contest, and provide a new set of fun locations for the Tsunami City Project. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show: 

Tsunami Gameday RPG Registration Site
Tsunami Gameday Summer 2013
Support The Burrows
Odyssey Quest Contest
Tsunami City Project
DM Genie
Hero Lab and Realm Works
Obsidian Portal
Syrinscape
and Tool Cards!

In the twelfth episode of our interview series, we reconnect with writer/blogger/friend of the show Phil Vecchione of Gnome Stew and Engine Publishing.  Erik and Phil explore Engine’s newest product, Odyssey, and wax anecdotal about gaming, blogging, and Fate Core.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show:

Engine Publishing
Odyssey: The Complete Game Master’s Guide to Campaign Management
Gnome Stew
Engine’s Catalog of Gaming Products

In our thirty-third regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast discusses the art of inter-party intrigue and betrayal as a tool for creating drama and story development in play.  They also take a look at some of the challenges they’ve encountered with Savage Worlds, talk about Anime Fest Wichita and the upcoming Tsunami GameDay event, and spend a little time with some listener emails. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show to be added.
 

In our thirty-second regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, Shaun from Game Strategies Institute joins the cast for an in-depth look at the themes and trappings of a post-apocalyptic game setting. They also talk a little bit about upcoming conventions, discuss some of their experiences with local cons, and announce the nextTsunami GameDay event. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Please support us by taking a few short minutes to fill out the 2013 RPG Podcast Listener Survey!

In our thirty-first regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, Erik sits down with Jonikka and special guest Liz Duncan from Game Strategies Institute to discuss the challenges faced by female gamers as they immerse themselves in the hobby.  The ladies talk gaming preferences, discrimination, being a female GM, and even gender-bending with their PCs.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com
 

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In our thirtieth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast discusses the details of one of the group’s newest campaigns, with a close look at character development, dramatic tools, and the art of integrating story development into a published scenario.  The panel also discusses their recent gaming experiences, spends a few minutes on Gears of War: Judgment, and Erik visits with Ryan Nock of EN Publishing regarding their new Kickstarter promotion. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show:

Zeitgeist AP Hardcover Compilation Kickstarter
Zeitgest Adventure Path
Zeitgeist Forums on EN World
Gears of War: Judgment

In our twenty-ninth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the regular cast reconvenes to discuss character flaws and how to use them to grow and develop your PC.  The panel also discusses their recent gaming experiences, some new and upcoming products, and how to sew drama into any character’s play experience.Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show:

Odyssey: The Complete Game Master’s Guide to Campaign Management
Pathfinder Roleplaying Game: Ultimate Campaign
Kickstarter: Call of Cthulhu 7th Edition
Kickstarter: Mekton Zero
Carpe GM Gamecast
RPG Circus
Happy Jacks RPG Podcast

In our twenty-eighth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, Erik welcomes a panel of guest pontificators from the wide world of RPG podcasting.  Dan from Carpe GM, George from RPG Circus, and JiB from Happy Jacks RPG Podcast take a stab at defining an overarching concern that touches on every aspect of the contemporary RPG experience.  They also field a few questions from the community and generally have a great time. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.
 

On May 18th, the Prismatic Tsunami web community and the cast of Metagamers Anonymous hosted yet another live event at The Burrow: Gifts for Geeks in East Wichita. It was an all-day miasma of tabletop gaming with gamers from in and around the area. As the evening drew to a close, the cast recorded a live podcast with the participation of the numerous players, GMs, and casual game enthusiasts in residence, discussing their games, drawing prizes, and generally having a good time.

Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

 Links from the show:
Dicepouch.com
Happy Jacks RPG Podcast
Game Strategies Institute

In our twenty-seventh regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast discusses the phenomenon of derailment, sharing their own experiences and  those of friends and listeners with players seriously derailing the game, for good or ill. They also talk about Jonikka’s very first game session from behind the screen. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show: 

Tsunami Gameday RPG Registration Site
Tsunami Gameday May 2013
Tsunami Quarterly Review

In the eleventh episode of our interview series, we visit with veteran game designer Jim Pinto from Post World Games.  Erik and Jim sit down for a fun, casual conversation about gaming philosophy, Jim’s personal experiences in the creative industry, and his new Kickstarter campaign!  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show:

Post World Games
Toolcards: Fantasy GM Cards Kickstarter Page
Post World Games Facebook Page
King for a Day
and Montsegur 1244

In our anniversary episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast discusses the application of story arcs and how to develop them over the course of the game, offering tips for both players and GMs looking for ways to encourage character growth and investment. They also discuss William’s recent 40K RPG exercise, offer up yet another volume of the Tsunami City Project, and give Jonikka a chance to pitch her first game. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show: 

Tsunami Gameday RPG Registration Site
Tsunami Gameday May 2013
MetAnon Actual Play Series
Tsunami Quarterly Review

In the tenth episode of our interview series, we visit with Micah from Obsidian Portal about his excellent website and their current Kickstarter campaign.  Then Erik and Jonikka spend some time with Shaun and Liz Duncan of Game Strategies Institute talking the ins and outs of convention games and the challenges of immersive gaming with different groups of players.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show:

Obsidian Portal
Obsidian Portal Reforged Kickstarter campaign
Game Strategies Institute
Tsunami Gameday May 2013
and The Conplanner Website

In our twenty-fifth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast discusses the challenges related to getting in character and staying in character, offering tips and tricks to help bridge the gap between sessions and maintain a consistent sense personality and presence. They also draw their winner for the Spring Giveaway and talk about the Tsunami community’s recent and upcoming events. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show: 

Tsunami Gameday May 2013
Prismatic Dragon VLOG
Dicepouch.com
Artisan Dice

In the ninth episode of our interview series, we discuss the illustrious career of Green Ronin Publishing‘s own Chris Pramas. Erik and Chris touch on  life as a game designer, the challenges of starting a fledgling company at the onset of the D20 movement, and the ridiculous array of products available from Chris’s company!  They also go over the Freeport Kickstarter campaign with a fine-toothed comb.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show:

Green Ronin Publishing
The Freeport Kickstarter page
Mutants and Masterminds
Dragon Age RPG
and A Song of Ice and Fire RPG

On March 16th, the Pristmatic Tsunami web community and the cast of Metagamers Anonymous hosted a live event at The Burrow: Gifts for Geeks in East Wichita. It was an evening of tabletop gaming with gamers from in and around the area. As the evening drew to a close, the cast recorded a live podcast with the participation of the numerous players, GMs, and casual game enthusiasts in residence, discussing their games and generally getting acquainted.

Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show:
The D20 Girls
D20 Girls of Kansas Facebook Page
Cards Against Humanity

In our twenty-fourth regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast discusses the numerous thematic variations that can bend and twist a typical science-fiction setting. They also wax philosophically about the Warhammer 40K RPG universe, talk about their recent games, and introduce another round of locations for the Tsunami City Project. Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Note:  This is a revised version of episode 24, uploaded on May 6, 2013.  The only adjustment is the removal of the “Ask the Master Game Master” feature originally included at the beginning of the episode.  If you any questions about this decision, please feel free to contact the host atorrynemrys@prismatictsunami.com
 

In our twenty-third regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast touches on the intricacies of PC psychology, exploring the potential applications of strong pscyhological conditions and traumatic experiences.  They also introduce the program’s newest seasonal giveaway and take a few moments to promote upcoming community events.  Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show:
Psychology in Roleplaying Games
Sabbat

In the eighth episode of our interview series, we sit down for a casual conversation with veteran podcaster Stu Venable of the Happy Jacks RPG Podcast. Erik and Stu talk gaming, podcasting, Google Hangouts, convention games, Savage Worlds, and more! Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show:

Happy Jacks RPG Podcast
Angryfolk.com
The Poxy Boggards
The Merry Wives of Windsor
and Douchey DM!

In our twenty-second regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast goes deep on the subject of PC relationships and how they can affect characterization and immersive play. We also talk about our most recent gaming experiences and introduce the latest round of locales for the Tsunami City Project! Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line at feedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show:

Tsunami Quarterly Review Issue #1
Gamerstable
The Realm Works Kickstarter

In our twenty-first regular episode of Metagamers Anonymous, the cast discusses tips for successfully roleplaying characters with a high disparity between their appearance and their personality. We also talk about our recent experiment with Deathwatch and Dark Heresy, share some of the latest listener feedback, talk a little bit about our new magazine, and discuss some of the current Kickstarter projects we support! Metagamers Anonymous is a weekly podcast dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games and (mostly) related material. Feel free to post any comments or questions to our forum, or drop us a line atfeedback@prismatictsunami.com.

Links from the show:

Tsunami Quarterly Review Issue #1
Deathwatch and Dark Heresy
The Realm Works Kickstarter
Rebuilding EN World