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    Tavern Chat

    “I listen to the Tavern Chat podcast every morning, sometimes I think its NPR, till the F bomb drops then I remember I am in geek heaven instead!” Enjoy a daily chat with your Old School Gaming Bartender 🙂 Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

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    What is the BrOSR? Sep 11, 2024

    Jeffro - What is the #BrOSR? The #BrOSR is real D&D. It is AD&D played as intended. It is successful fantasy campaigns that just won’t quit. It is a fundamentally different type of play that is distinct from the conventional approaches to roleplaying that have dominated hobby gaming over the past forty years

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    When Were YOU Introduced To D&D, and By Who? Sep 11, 2024

    Some of us were introduced to the world of gaming by friends, others by siblings, parents, or teachers. How were you introduced to the world of gaming? Call The Tavern's Voicemail at 347-509-5168 and tell us how you were introduced to the magic of gaming. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIdpAASpAI7vu-bZx6pP_mQ/join

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    Ex-Employees Bash WotC - Profits Over People? Sep 03, 2024

    Greg Tito and Dan Dillon have some choice words for their former employer.


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    Ability Checks in D&D Go Back to the Player's Handbook in 1977 - What!?! Sep 03, 2024

    AD&D PHB (1977, p. 76): Any creature at the edge (1’) of such a pit uses its dexterity score as a saving throw to avoid falling into the hole, with a score equal to or less than the dexterity meaning that a fall was avoided. Looking to support The Tavern? Use our affiliate links and help yourself to some good stuff while helping The Tavern! DTRPG: tenkars-tavern.games/DTRPG Humble Bundle: tenkars-tavern.games/Humble Amazon: tenkars-tavern.games/Amazon Acorns makes it easy to save and invest. Join me and you'll get a free $5 investment! As a perk of referring users, I can get a reward too. Learn more and see the terms here. https://acorns.com/share/?advocate.partner_share_id=3776334518723731626&shareable_code=84YJGJW

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    Project Sigil - A Natural Extension of Baldur's Gate 3 AND a VTT for ALL RPG Rulesets? What!?! Aug 28, 2024

    WotC's new VTT, Codename: Project Sigil, sure looks pretty. I'm not surprised that WotC firmly has the Baldu's Gate 3 Community solidly in their sights, but I was surprised to find them pitch Project Sigil for use with OTHER (unnamed) RPGs. Project Sigil begins around 12:40 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s3RqehN6hS0 Looking to support The Tavern? Use our affiliate links and help yourself to some good stuff while helping The Tavern! DTRPG: tenkars-tavern.games/DTRPG Humble Bundle: tenkars-tavern.games/Humble Amazon: tenkars-tavern.games/Amazon Acorns makes it easy to save and invest. Join me and you'll get a free $5 investment! As a perk of referring users, I can get a reward too. Learn more and see the terms here. https://acorns.com/share/?advocate.partner_share_id=3776334518723731626&shareable_code=84YJGJW

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    D&D Beyond Update 2024 Shift: WotC Listens, Adjusts Plans Aug 26, 2024

    Members of the DnD Beyond community, and 2014 5e community, in particular, were heard by the powers that be at WotC. Late on a Sunday Nignt WotC announced a course change, and it is huge: "Players who only have access to the 2014 Player’s Handbook will maintain their character options, spells, and magical items in their character sheets. Players with access to the 2024 and 2014 digital Player’s Handbooks can select from both sources when creating new characters. Players will not need to rely on Homebrew to use their 2014 player options, including spells and magic items, as recommended in previous changelogs." https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/1806-2024-d-d-beyond-ruleset-changelog-update?utm_campaign=DDB-PHB-2024-&utm_source=FACEBOOK&utm_medium=social&utm_content=14476792382 Looking to support The Tavern? Use our affiliate links and help yourself to some good stuff while helping The Tavern! DTRPG: tenkars-tavern.games/DTRPG Humble Bundle: tenkars-tavern.games/Humble Amazon: tenkars-tavern.games/Amazon Acorns makes it easy to save and invest. Join me and you'll get a free $5 investment! As a perk of referring users, I can get a reward too. Learn more and see the terms here. https://acorns.com/share/?advocate.partner_share_id=3776334518723731626&shareable_code=84YJGJW

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    WotC is Seeking a Game Designer... After Firing Many of its Game Designers Late in 2023 Aug 25, 2024

    What is a sign of corporate greed?


    https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/game-designer-d-d-at-wizards-of-the-coast-4007920428/


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    D&D Beyond is Deleting 5e Spells & Magic Items Come September 3rd Aug 23, 2024

    When you play in a corporation's sandbox, they control the sand. https://www.wargamer.com/dnd/beyond-deleting-content-spells-magic-items

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    Why Designing a Convention Adventure Differs From Designing a Home Adventure or One for Publication Aug 20, 2024

    I run games at various conventions, and writing an adventure for convention play is greatly different than for your home campaign or for publishing.

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    Monetization of Project Sigil & the Future of the Digital D&D Brand Aug 20, 2024

    I found an excellent article at Rascal.news that offered some insights into WotC's new VTT, codename Project Sigil. Most of the article is behind a paywall, but I think it was well worth the buck I paid ;) Follow on X @tenkar https://www.rascal.news/d-d-cant-properly-market-project-sigils-not-quite-video-game-features/ https://tenkars-tavern.games/StarTrek Looking to support The Tavern? Use our affiliate links and help yourself to some good stuff while helping The Tavern! DTRPG: tenkars-tavern.games/DTRPG Humble Bundle: tenkars-tavern.games/Humble Amazon: tenkars-tavern.games/Amazon Acorns makes it easy to save and invest. Join me and you'll get a free $5 investment! As a perk of referring users, I can get a reward too. Learn more and see the terms here. https://acorns.com/share/?advocate.partner_share_id=3776334518723731626&shareable_code=84YJGJW

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    Dungeons, Dragons, & Discourse Live! Sunday, August 18th @ 8 PM ET Aug 19, 2024

    Join Ol' Man Grognard and Tenkar for a special Sunday Night Triple D Livestream.


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    Talking Crit Live! Crit Talk! Wednesday 8/14 @ 8PM ET Aug 18, 2024

    No special guests. No preordained topics. Just Crit Talking!

    Watch every Wednesday Live on YouTube, Rumble, and X

    (Marking our return to Anchor/Spotify)

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    Frank Mentzer Has Kidney Failure - Is Selling All Four Issues of Strategic PREVIEW for $15k Aug 18, 2024

    Frank is raising money to pay for medical bills incurred due to kidney failure.

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    Is D&D For Everyone? Aug 17, 2024

    There is a discussion on ENWorld where it is asked "Is D&D for Everyone?" I think the answer is YES, but not every group or every campaign is for everyone.⁠

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    TSR Filed for an Extension of Time to File a Statement of Use, re: Star Frontiers Trademark Dec 27, 2021

    Ah, sweet, sweet TSR3. Sometimes you just need to stop and smell the bullshit, because it is heavy in these three letters. And boy, oh boy! Justin decided to troll the Gamers' Health video I did with my niece Shannon on Christmas Day.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oHju_pmM80M&t=787s

    Let's Go, Justin!

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    Gamers' Health with Shannon & Tenkar Christmas Special Dec 27, 2021

    Niece Shannon joins Tenkar for a special Christmas Day Gamers’ Health.

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    On Communication at the Gaming Table - It is More Than setting a Scene and Interpreting Die Rolls Dec 24, 2021

    Yesterday, Rach and I talked a bit about consent at the gaming table. The conversation that has popped up about that cast has been amazing, both on YouTube and on Facebook, and thanks to that ongoing conversation, I think I missed something yesterday. Communication at the gaming table has to occur before consent can even be an issue, and part of that communication is being honest with your GM before the session even starts.

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    On Consent at the Gaming Table Over Removing Complete Themes (re: recent Paizo response) Dec 24, 2021

    Strangely enough, I find myself inching closer to X-Cards at the gaming table for organized play / convention games over completely removing themes that some may find triggering. Rach joins me for this one, as I figured we needed the opinion of one that was NOT a grognard ;) https://owenkcstephens.com/2021/12/13/from-a-freelancer-an-open-letter-to-erik-mona/

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    Arduin - Alignment, Good & Evil, Law & Chaos, and In between Dec 24, 2021

    Digging back into the Arduin Trilogy, we take a look at Dave's view of alignment.

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    Marmoreal Tomb Goes to Print in January PLUS a Far West update (kinda) Dec 24, 2021

    It's the tale of two Kickstarters. Both very late. Both announcing the time for release is finally near. Why do I believe one, and not the other?

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    PDFs are Convenient, But Print Can't be RetConned - Is WotC Making 5e Earlier Printings Collectible Dec 24, 2021

    It's all over the interwebs. WotC has been making stealth changes to the lore of many of its releases, to correct language that it sees as possibly problematic. This is both the advantage and curse of digital content. But has this made earlier 5e printing more valuable and collectible? https://www.wargamer.com/dnd/races-alignments-lore-removed https://boundingintocomics.com/2021/12/16/wizards-of-the-coast-removes-lore-deemed-problematic-from-dungeons-dragons/ https://www.belloflostsouls.net/2021/12/dd-wotc-removes-racial-alignments-retcons-drow-in-new-batch-of-errata.html https://www.reddit.com/r/dndnext/comments/rg4jut/writeup_of_all_the_lore_thats_beein_removed_from/

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    Why is Tenkar called "Tenkar"? A Brief History of the Name and Why it is Used Dec 24, 2021

    Ah, you've gotta love the internet trolls. On yesterday's video, a troll spammed the comments section with my "real" last name (not a secret, it's been public for years on Swords & Wizardry Light and Swords & Wizardry Continual Light). I figured it was time to explain where the name came from, why I used it, why I continue to use it, and more.

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    TSR3 Voluntarily Dismisses Suit Against WotC Without Prejudice Dec 16, 2021

    As it says on the tin, TSR3 has voluntarily withdrawn its legal action against WotC without prejudice.

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    Talking Crit Special Edition - Why Is TSR3 Filing Suit over Trademarks that it Has Abandoned? Dec 16, 2021

    TSR3 has surrendered or abandoned nearly every trademark it has named in its legal action against WotC. In 2 weeks, if TSR3 takes no further action, the Star Frontiers TM will be abandoned. So, why the legal action filed against WotC? https://www.trademarkelite.com/trademark/trademark-detail/90276506/STAR-FRONTIERS https://www.trademarkelite.com/trademark/trademark-detail/90893809/STAR-FRONTIERS https://www.trademarkelite.com/trademark/trademark-detail/90148334/mark https://www.trademarkelite.com/trademark/trademark-detail/90148524/TSR https://www.trademarkelite.com/trademark/trademark-detail/90124839/TSR-THE-GAME-WIZARDS https://www.trademarkelite.com/trademark/trademark-detail/90276510/BLACKMOOR https://www.trademarkelite.com/trademark/trademark-detail/90124287/TSR https://www.trademarkelite.com/trademark/trademark-detail/90884176/TSR https://www.trademarkelite.com/trademark/trademark-detail/90124788/mark

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    Why is TSR3 Their Own Worst Enemy? They Just Can't Keep From Stepping on Their Own... Dec 16, 2021

    Banned and posts deleted from the Castles & Crusades FB Group for spamming. Never consulting with the Gygax Memorial Fund before mentioning the fund as a potential beneficiary of monies raised by TSR on their Indiegogo fundraising page.

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    TSR3 is Suing WotC for Bullying, Libel, and Slander - $50K Flexible Funding Indiegogo is Live to Raise Funds Dec 16, 2021

    If you can believe it, Justin LaNassa is attempting to raise $50k to sue WotC for bullying, libel, slander, and for a bonus action, "will also Fight to Have the WOTC Legacy Disclaimer Removed." I'm glad I can get a front-row seat for free... https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/support-tsr-against-wizards-of-the-coast https://dockets.justia.com/docket/north-carolina/ncedce/7:2021cv00210/191410 https://humphriesfirm.law/team_member/justin-k-humphries

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    Gail Gygax Resigns All Positions at Gygax Memorial Fund, Paul Stormberg Voted President Dec 15, 2021

    I was surprised when one of The Tavern regulars PMed me to let me know he received an email from Paul Stormberg indicating in Paul's signature that Paul was now President of the Gygax Memorial Fund. So, lo and behold, the http://www.gygaxmemorialfund.org/ website has been resurrected.

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    Arduin Trilogy - Notes on Treasure Dec 15, 2021

    Today I take a look at Dave's essay on treasure, and the effects that unbalanced magic items can have on the game, and a creative way to remove such.

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    Cortex Fan License is Published, With Fully Revokable Clause & WTF is up with RPGNEWS.com? Dec 15, 2021

    Fandom, owner of D&D Beyond and now Cortex Prime, just releases a Cortex Fan License that doesnt seem to do much for Cortex fans. Oh, and WTF is RPGNEWS.com stealing content from other sites? https://www.enworld.org/threads/cortex-fan-license-published.684470/ http://rpgnews.com/?p=151584

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    Talking Crit with Bad Mike & Tenkar - Wednesday, 12/1/21 Dec 05, 2021

    Bad Mike is on the Texas Shore. Tenkar is in the Pocono Mountains of North East PA. Together they will be bringing you your weekly allotment of Talking Crit...

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    Cortex Fan License is Published, With Fully Revokable Clause & WTF is up with RPGNEWS.com? Dec 05, 2021

    Fandom, owner of D&D Beyond and now Cortex Prime, just releases a Cortex Fan License that doesnt seem to do much for Cortex fans. Oh, and WTF is RPGNEWS.com stealing content from other sites? https://www.enworld.org/threads/cortex-fan-license-published.684470/ http://rpgnews.com/?p=151584

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    Gifts For Your GM this Holiday Season - Should be Gifts that Benefit the Entire Gaming Group Dec 05, 2021

    ENWorld has a post about various "eccentric" gifts for your favorite GM. It's my belief that GM gifts should be things that can potentially benefit the gaming group as a whole.

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    Arduin Trilogy - Notes On Player Character Types Nov 30, 2021

    I delve right back into The Arduin Trilogy and take a look at Dave's essay on Player Character Types in fantasy games. After that, I take a short peek at the Individualization of New Player Characters.

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    The First Fantasy Campaign - The Original Blackmoor Magic System Nov 30, 2021

    Today I take a peek at The First Fantasy Campaign, in particular, the Original Blackmoor Magic System. There is much hinted at, yet little is detailed.

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    TSR Con Rescheduled for Gary Con Weekend - "New" Star Frontiers RPG Out of Stock Before Publication Nov 28, 2021

    TSR Con has been moved from the weekend of July 4th (when every hotel within 15 miles was likely sold out to non-gamers) to the same weekend as Gary Con (where every hotel within 15 miles is likely sold out to gamers). A not so subtle attempt to steal bandwidth.

    Also, there is a Star Frontiers Game listed for sale at the Dungeon Hobby Shop Museum, but it's out of stock. Actually, it hasn't been published yet, nor has it been announced, but the sales page is up.

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    Giantlands & Wonderfilled Give Us Yet Another WTF Moment Nov 28, 2021

    Giantlands is trying to virtue signal, and they fail. Badly. TSR3 gets caught in a lie. Rach labels TSR3 The Remora of the OSR :)

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    Paizo Recognizes UPW Union - Many Striking Freelancers were Likely Also Full-time Paizo Employees Nov 28, 2021

    Paizo states it has voluntarily recognized the United Paizo Workers Union. A WIRED article reveals that many full-time Paizo workers also freelance for the company due to working for low wages.


    https://gamingtrend.com/news/paizo-releases-a-statement-recognizing-the-united-paizo-workers/

    https://www.wired.com/story/tabletop-rpg-workers-say-their-jobs-are-no-fantasy/

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    Paizo Freelancers Are on "Strike" - They Demand Recognition of United Paizo Workers Union Nov 28, 2021

    About 40 of Paizo's freelancers stopped working last month with a list of demands. Those demands have now turned into a singular demand - for Paizo to recognize the United Paizo Workers Union.

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    Paizo Staff Unionizes - What Impact Will it Have on the Gaming Industry? Nov 28, 2021

    Paizo staffers have formed a union. It is not yet known if the company will recognize the union. Paizo is likely the only TTRPG company with enough staff to make the idea of unionizing viable.

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    Voicemail Catch Up - Social Media, One Sheets, Arduin, Forums, Reviews and More! Nov 28, 2021

    Now that we have the episodes uploading to Anchor again, we've been getting voicemails. Randy, Kevin, and Jason call with some observations and follow-ups to some prior episodes.

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    Arduin - On Dungeons, Caverns, and Other Holes in the Ground Nov 28, 2021

    Aruin Volume IV, The Lost Grimoire, has a number of essays from Dave Hargrave. Today, I'm looking at Dave Hargrave's article on Dungeon Ecology and how it applies today.


    https://empcho.com/specials/

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    What's Going on with The Arduin Grimoire? Nov 28, 2021

    There's an update on the Arduin Grimoire Facebook Page. Not only is it getting a new web store, but it looks like future rights MAY be moving to another. Time to hypothesize. ;)

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    Wizard's Tower Games Got Sent a Likely Threat of Tortious Interference Via Anonymous Email Nov 28, 2021

    An anonymous douchenozzle emailed a threat of potentially tortious interference to Wizard Tower Games for being a sponsor of TSR Con.

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    Paizo Partners with Demiplane to bring D&D Beyond Like Features to Pathfinder 2 Nov 24, 2021

    Demiplane (the matchmaking service for TTRPG Gamers) and Paizo have teamed up for Pathfinder Nexus, brought to you by the creator of D&D Beyond.

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    Talking Crit LiveStream - Special Guest Luau Lou - November 3rd, 2021 Nov 24, 2021

    Talking Crit LiveStream - Special Guest Luau Lou - November 3rd, 2021

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    Larry Elmore is NOT Doing the Cover for TSR3's Star Frontiers? Or is he? Larry Doesn't Know! Nov 24, 2021

    Tom V sent me an interesting email describing his interactions with Michael from TST and Larry Elmore. Tom also did an amazing video describing the details and more.


    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P4JIN4TSjCM

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    GaryCon Follow Up Email on Vax & Mask Requirements Nov 24, 2021

    GaryCon sent a follow-up email to its August 31st, 2021 Covid-19 announcement. The most interesting part of the statement is that Ernie Gygax WILL NOT be running games at Gary Con, although he will be there to socialize. I suspect that Ernie WILL be running games at the DHSM sans mask.

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    Game Wizards by Jon Peterson - First Impressions Nov 24, 2021

    I'm about 11% into Jon Peterson's new book, Game Wizards, and Jon knocks it out of the park. Truly well written, entertaining, and full of amazing bits of history. Here's the Amazon link if you want to support the channel:

    https://amzn.to/3GDZmlk

    Note, this is an affiliate link.

    Also, as I type this we've raised 1467 for St Jude's Children's Hospital. I've just ordered blue hair dye...

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    Iron Rations Livestream with JoetheLawyer & Tenkar - 11/12/2021 Nov 24, 2021

    Joe and Tenkar return for another Friday night of mayhem and D&D memes...

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    The CWA (Paizo Workers Union is a Subsidiary) Files Unfair Labor Practice Charges at Blizzard+ Nov 24, 2021

    BlizzardActivisionKing employees are seeking to organize and possibly unionize. Was Paizo's Workers Union merely a move on the chessboard for the Communications Workers of America (CWA)?

    https://cwa-union.org/news/releases/employees-of-activision-blizzard-file-unfair-labor-practice-charge-against-gaming https://www.inverse.com/gaming/activision-blizzard-union-abetterabk-could-change-the-games-industry

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    Why Many Players Enjoy Playing Murder Hobos (with apologies to Ernest Hemingway) Nov 24, 2021

    Why do so many players enjoy player Murder Hobos? I strongly suspect its the adrenaline rush attached to risk and reward.

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    Dungeons, Dragons & Discourse - LiveStream - Friday, 11/19/2021 Nov 24, 2021

    Glen and Tenkar are back with a Friday Night Livestream

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    Not Quite an Arduin Unboxing, But Certainly a Treasure Trove of Arduin Goodness Nov 24, 2021

    When George from Emperors Choice offered to send me a few copies of various Arduin releases for me to cover, I never expected this amount, not just the pure number, but literally the amount of gaming content.

    Christmas arrived early for your Tavern Keeper ;)


    https://empcho.com/

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    Phylactery - Here Today, Gone Tomorrow or Do Good for the Sake of Doing Good, Not for the Cred Nov 22, 2021

    Last week Geek Native posted an article that Paizo was changing the word "phylactery" to "Soul Cage", and that they mentioned such change in the preface of their newest release in their current Adventure Path. Aside from the fact that "Soul Cage" is simply boring, it appears that Paizo is making such change more for getting the credit for doing so instesd of such change being "the right thing to do."

    https://www.geeknative.com/136257/soul-cages-paizo-drops-religious-phylacteries-from-pathfinder/

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    HeroQuest is In Hand - Why We Should Model Adventures on the HQ Quest Book Nov 22, 2021

    How detailed do we need our adventures? At what point is too much detail detrimental to adding a commercial adventure to your campaign. Is less more?

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    Diamond Comics Suffers Ransomware Attack - Robinhood Gets Hacked - How Vulnerable is Our Hobby? Nov 22, 2021

    Diamond Comics got hit with a ransomware attack and has yet to fully restore functions 3 days later. Robinhood - the stock trading company - got hacked by a hacker who got access to the data of 7 million customers. Just how vulnerable is OneBookShelf, Frog God Games, Paizo, Goodman Games, Itch.io and so many others?

    https://bleedingcool.com/comics/diamond-comics-switches-to-emergency-website-reports-delays/ https://bleedingcool.com/comics/diamond-comic-distributors-targeted-by-ransomware-attack/ https://www.theverge.com/2021/11/8/22770861/robinhood-7-million-customers-hacker-breach-extortion-security

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    Do You Read RPG Forums? Which Ones and Why or Why Not? Nov 22, 2021

    Back in the old-time, Google+ and Forums ruled the roost. Blogs were looming large. Today, Google+ is dead, blogs are dying, and forums are suffering. It is the day of social media, podcasts, and YouTube. Do you read RPG forums? Which ones? If you don't, why not?

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    Follow Up - The Gaming Industry Pays Poorly and Market Size is Only Part of the Issue Nov 22, 2021

    No one has "game designer" as a fall back position in their potential jobs list. You become a "game designer" because you want to create games, not because you failed in some other occupation.

    There are so many would be game designers, and so few positions that pay a fulltime salary, that anyone going into the "game industry" as their primary occupation better think good and hard. Because if game design isnt your side gig but your primary occupation, you likely need a lucrative side gig.

    This does not mean that creatives are paid what they are worth. They are, however, likely paid what the market can bear.

    The opportunities to make a living wage in game design are few, and as a general rule, only go to the most skilled. Being "good" at game design simply isnt good enough, not when there are thousands of would be game designers vying for a small handful of well paying spots.

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    G4 Network to Return with D&D Branded Actual Play Live Show Later This Month - Invitation to Party Nov 21, 2021

    The failed G4 Network will return later this month and Invitation to Party is one of the network's new shows. Live audiences on Twitch and Youtube will affect the direction of each episode. https://www.thathashtagshow.com/2021/11/11/g4-announces-dungeons-and-dragons-presents-invitation-to-party/

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    Dungeon Hobby Shop Closed to the Public - Open to Gamers by Appointment Only Nov 21, 2021

    Well, it looks like "Duck" Leason is returning home, leaving the Dungeon Hobby Shop without its curator. Ernie Gygax states that the DHS Museum is closed, but will open to gamers by appointment.

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    Is The Gary Gygax Estate Dispute Coming to a Negotiated Settlement? Nov 21, 2021

    There is a potential deal in the making between Gail Gygax and Luke Gygax, re: the EGG Revocable Trust (Gary Gygax's Estate)

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    Inconvenient Truth - RPGs pay poorly, but people who create RPGs don't deserve to be poor - Wrong! Nov 21, 2021

    I read this in a thread at ENWorld, announcing the recruitment by WotC of a Senior Game Designer position.

    It is a painful truth.


    https://www.enworld.org/threads/wizards-is-hiring-a-senior-game-designer-for-dungeons-dragons.684230/

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    Talking Crit Live! - Special Guest Douglas Cole (Gaming Ballistic) Wednesday, 11/17/2022) Nov 20, 2021

    Bad Mike & Tenkar are joined by Douglas Cole (Gaming Ballistic, Dungeon Grappling, Dragon Heresy, and much more.

    Nordland Bestiary and Enemies Book launched 11/18/21

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gamingballistic/nordlond-bestiary-and-enemies-book?ref=39cpby&token=7308c8b7

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    Arduin, The First Fantasy Campaign and More - Some Thoughts Going Forward Nov 20, 2021

    As I've been delving into Arduin, I've been treating it almost like an archeological dig. I've been more interested in essays than crunch, and I've been focused on finding how the earlier works have influenced later and current game design. Is this the path the viewers want me to walk?

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    Arduin - Space Aliens & Other Aliens in Fantasy RPGs Nov 20, 2021

    Continuing my perusal of Arduin, I take a look at Space Aliens & Other Aliens in Fantasy RPGs. Dave's words are likely more inciteful than he had envisioned, and I'm glad to have found them.

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    Arduin - Notes on Alignment and Playability (with commentary by your's truly) Nov 20, 2021

    Returning to Arduin, I take a look at Dave's article Notes on Alignment and Playability. While I don't agree with everything Dave writes in this piece, it does encourage one to think "outside the box" in terms of alignment.

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    Arduin on My Mind Nov 20, 2021

    I spoke earlier today with George DeRosa, VP at Emperors Choice. Emperors Choice owns the TM and Copyright to Arduin and a ton of unpublished works by David Hargrave. There are large plans for Arduin in 2022. Also, orders are now being taken at https://empcho.com/about-arduin/

    Huge thanks to George DeRosa for taking the time out of his day to talk with me.

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    Arduin - Dave Hargrave on DM's Versus Angry Players Nov 20, 2021

    I've started to delve deeply into The Arduin Trilogy. Although I own the books in print in their original digest size, I find them easier to read in the nicely laid out and formatted PDF. Today I was struck by Dave's article on DM's Vs Angry Players, and thus I remark on it.

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    Why The Tavern is a Neutral Ground? Sep 10, 2021

    There is a current discussion going on in the gaming community at large about where certain publishers and others in the community stand politically. The Tavern, and by extension, your bartender, is very much apolitical. That apparently is a political stance detested by both extremes.

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    Where in the World is the LotFP Referee Book? (Funded October 2013) Sep 10, 2021

    We were promised the LotFP Referee Book in January of 2019, and even that date was supposed to be a joke, as it was so far in the future it would be completed far in advance. Here we are in September of 2021, and the Indiegogo page hasn't had an update since Feb 28th, 2020. https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/lotfp-hardcover-referee-book#/updates/all

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    Tenkar, Why Do You Hate TSR3 So Much? Sep 10, 2021

    Justin LaNassa was nice enough to post a meme about me on Facebook. I put it into context.

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    There Were Five Editions of the D&D Basic Set Sep 10, 2021

    When we think Basic D&D, we usually think of Holmes, Moldvay, and Mentzer. We don't usually include Troy Denning and Doug Stewart to the Basic Set Masters List, but they do belong.

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    What is With the Current Million Dollar TTRPG Kickstarter Trend? Sep 03, 2021

    As mentioned on ENWorld, there have been 9 TTRPG Kickstarters that have surpassed 1 million dollars in backers' money. What is going on? https://www.enworld.org/threads/as-one-million-dollar-kickstarter-ends-another-appears.682458/

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    When Your Gaming Group Opts for a Bonding Session Over a Game Session... Sep 03, 2021

    What is more important, the game or the connections we make as gamers?

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    Iron Rations LiveStream - With JoetheLawyer & Tenkar August 27th, 2021 Sep 03, 2021

    Jon JoetheLawyer & Tenkar, as they talk all things gaming related, and touch upon the new playtest of Joe's Bonze Age Heartbreaker.

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    Talking Crit with Bad Mike & Tenkar w Special Guests Zach Glazar & Joe Bingaman Sep 03, 2021

    Mike & Tenkar are joined by Zach Glazar (Frog God Games) and Joe Bingaman, currently Kickstarting The World of Durmin: A campaign setting for Old-School Roleplaying Games

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    Talking Crit Live with Special Guest Alyssa Faden Sep 03, 2021

    Bad Mike & Tenkar are joined by Alyssa Faden, mapper extraordinaire. You have been warned...

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    Talking Crit - Special Friday LiveStream - August 20th, 2021 Aug 29, 2021

    Join Bad Mike & Tenkar for a special Friday Night Talking Crit LiveStream. Dungeons, Dragons & Discourse will return in two weeks.

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    Talking Crit Livestream with Bad Mike & Tenkar - August 18, 2021 Aug 29, 2021

    Bad Mike & Tenkar are back with their weekly Talking Crit Livestream. News, events, This Week in Gaming Stupid - its all here. The GoFundMe for Steve Perrin's Wife's medical expenses: https://www.gofundme.com/f/care-for-the-phoenix Mystara Player's Guide Download Pages: https://rpgmp3.com/mystara-players-guide/

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    Talking Crit LiveStream with Special Guest Mark Greenberg (Necropolis KS) - 8 PM EDT Tonight Aug 29, 2021

    Bad Mike & Tenkar will be joined by Mark Greenberg (Necropolis Kickstarter - Necromancer Games/Frog God Games). The second half of the livestream will be covering This Week in RPG Stupid.

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    We Will Be Losing Doug Rhea - NTRPG Con Aug 27, 2021

    It is with a heavy heart that we announce that we will be losing Doug Rhea - founder of NTRPG Con - in the coming days. Doug is the founder and driving force behind NTRPG Con, and his presence will be sorely missed.

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    Yes, Virginia, With the Right Group, a Virtual Table Top (VTT) can Emulate an In-Person Gaming Group Aug 24, 2021

    Earlier tonight I played in Session Zero of JoetheLawyer's Fantasy Heartbreaker. The session was a blast, not because of the system (which is fine and mostly familiar) but because of the players. If your online group already knows each other, emulating a face-to-face experience is easier than many think.

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    Steve Perrin Has Passed - Now is the Time to Thank Those That Have Influenced Your Formative Years Aug 20, 2021

    We are reaching critical mass when it comes to the first generation of RPG creators, and it no longer surprises me to find out we've lost another, although it saddens me just the same as it ever did. Social media allows you to reach and thank those that have had an influence on your life, as a gamer and beyond. Thank them now, because tomorrow may be too late.

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    Why Do So Many Adventures Begin in a Tavern & Nepotism in the Walls - Why I Disclose My Connections , Sometimes Annoyingly So ;) Aug 13, 2021

    You know the trope: you all meet at a tavern. But why is that? What makes a Tavern, the local watering hole, such an integral part of kicking off so many RPG adventures?

    There is a certain brush you paint with when members of your development group and playtesters leave glowing reviews for your product and fail to mention their connections to it. I try to mention the connections I have to individuals and companies whenever I review a product, because the potential customer has a right to know of potential biases in said review.

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    GenCon 2021 Announces Mask Mandate & How Not to Make Friends on Social Media & How Social Media Friendship Does Not = Real Friendship Aug 10, 2021

    GenCon 2021 has announced that there will be a mask mandate in effect for all attendees, vaccinated or not. They also hint that a vaccination mandate may come into effect prior to the convention. https://gencon.blog/2021/08/06/august-health-and-safety-update/

    I don't care what your personal beliefs are if you want to be friends on social media. I want to discuss what we share in common - a love for gaming.

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    Some Useful Skills for Players of TableTop RPGs & Your Players Are Like a Dog on a Leash - Let Them Lead the Way But Keep Some Control Aug 09, 2021

    We often talk about the skills one needs to learn as a GM/DM, but what is often overlooked are the skills one needs as a player. These skills are often real-life social skills, and I touch upon them in this installment of Tavern Chat.

    Our dog Danke enjoys exploring on her walks. We let her lead the way most times, but on occasions, we must redirect her or even take the lead. Its the same in your campaign...

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    What Future Does the Post Pandemic World Hold for Tabletop Gaming & Marmoreal Tomb Hits 2nd Weekly Content Goal Aug 02, 2021

    Many jobs have moved to work from home and many tabletop campaigns have moved to Virtual Tabletops -VTTs-. Are we picking up new creators as folks either work from home or are home with enhanced unemployment benefits? Are the changes we have seen in the method of play - the jump in virtual play and virtual conventions - here to stay?

    Benoit hit his 2nd Monday Goal and the backers of the Marmoreal Tob will be getting Chapter 1 of the Wilderness Expansion and the Wilderness Expansion map. Games Workshop had huge profits during Covid and is giving its employees 5k pound bonuses.

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    D&D Beyond Self Inflicts Wound, TSR3 Abandons Some TMs, and a Marmoreal Tomb Update Aug 02, 2021

    D&D Beyond canceled a contest where they offered digital prizes and claimed rights to use all entries. Lesson learned the hard way.

    Yep, TSR3 has or is in the process of, abandoning at least three graphical trademarks.

    There is an update on the Marmoreal Tomb Kickstarter - Benoist has hit his first due date and succeeded. Sadly, Brian Fitzpatrick of Moebius Adventures passed away this weekend from an accident during rafting.

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    Talking Crit - Swords & Wizardry Boxed Set UnBoxing and Marmoreal Tomb Update Jul 22, 2021

    Bad Mike and Tenkar unbox the new Swords & Wizardry Boxed Set, discuss upcoming projects, and cover the latest update on the Marmoreal Tomb Kickstarter.

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    Join Bad Mike & Tenkar, as they sit down with Greg Christopher to discuss Avarice & Ambition 2e and then delve into current events in the tabletop RPG hobby. Jul 21, 2021

    Join Bad Mike & Tenkar, as they sit down with Greg Christopher to discuss Avarice & Ambition 2e and then delve into current events in the tabletop RPG hobby.

    Here's the link to Ambition & Avarice 2e (note, it is an affiliate link) https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/359780/Ambition--Avarice-2nd-Edition?affiliate_id=1446

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    Gamers' Health TwoFer - July 3rd & 10th LiveStreams Jul 14, 2021

    Rach & Tenkar return with two Gamers' Health LiveStreams. Listen as they talk about their own successes and failures and remember that you are not alone.

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    Iron Rations - LiveStream with JoetheLawyer & Tenkar - Let's Talk Houserules, Campaign Styles & More Jul 12, 2021

    Joe & Tenkar talk about various houserules, campaign styles, and wherever the live audience takes them.

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    Choosing a Style for My Next Campaign -Adventure Path, Episodic, Hexcrawl, or Megadungeon & Basic Fantasy RPG - An Oft-Forgotten OSR Gem Jul 07, 2021

    I need to choose a style of play for my next campaign. It will have my old group of players from high school and college and will be either an adventure path, episodic, a hex crawl, or a mega-dungeon.

    Wherein I talk a little bit about BFRPG, the OSR's oft-forgotten gem, and a bargain too. This is an affiliate link to BFRPG on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Aii3Ib, Your purchase goes to support this channel.

    https://www.basicfantasy.org/


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    How Do We Attract Younger Players to the OSR? - Can Too Many Choices for Your Sandbox Lead to its Demise? Jul 05, 2021

    Over 40% of D&D 5e players are under 25. How do we get the OSR to tap into that demographic?

    I was watching Professor Dungeon Master over at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD6ERRdXrF2IZ0R888G8PQgand I realized he had it right. A sandbox is about choices, but not limitless ones, at least not if the DM wishes to retain his sanity ;)

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    Some Common Sense Social Media Rules for the Business Minded that Don't Want to get Blindsided - A Look Back at Some Not So Recent Failed to Deliver RPG KSs, Why They Failed & What to Avoid Jul 02, 2021

    Social media in the OSR has been a shit show for the last two weeks or so. When official business accounts argue with the gaming community and try to win arguments, you know it isn't going to be good.

    A look at some Kickstarter that have failed to deliver, years after they claimed they would. Far West, Ernest Gary Gygax Jr.'s Marmoreal Tomb Campaign Starter, Appendix N Adventure Toolkits and City State of the Invincible Overlord

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    Talking Crit w/ Bad Mike & Tenkar - LIVE - 6/30/21 - Follow Up to Last Week's TSR Coverage Jul 02, 2021

    Bad Mike & Tenkar return to the scene of the crime, with a follow-up and updates to last week's episode on the latest iteration of TSR. Plus, LaNasa threats of legal action are nothing new. Edit: Forgot to add this to the notes: Giantlands at Harvard https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEKCJVI9pRc

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    Talking Crit w/ Bad Mike & Tenkar - A Look at The Latest TSR Jun 26, 2021

    Mike & Tenkar look at the latest company to bear the initials TSR. Who are they, what have they produced, are they the inheritors of the Original TSR, what are their plans for the company and more.

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    New(est) TSR Twofer & What the Heck is Wonderfilled? Jun 22, 2021

    There's a press release stating that the original studio of TSR Games is back. As a homage, perhaps. But this isn't the REAL TSR, which is owned lock, stock, and barrel by WotC. And just who the heck is Woderfilled and why did they put out the press release?

    There's a new TSR, which claims to be the return of the original TSR. What is it, what is it not, and what obligations do its owners owe the gaming community?

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    Ken Whitman Returns and The Trove is Gone Jun 21, 2021

    Ken Whit Whitman is involved in yet another film-based Kickstarter. No, his name is not on the tin directly, but it's still on the tin as Little Monster's Entertainment.

    The Trove has been offline since yesterday. Is it gone for good? Was it good for the gaming community or a festering wound?

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    Only 11% of D&D Players are 40+ and a New D&D Survey Jun 16, 2021

    I was shown an article by a Taverner which went over some of the D&D 5e demographics. With only 11% of D&D 5e players being 40 years plus, what does that mean to the OSR market, which largely skews older.

    ’m out and about and figured I’d share a follow up on last night’s episode regarding WotC’s survey numbers and some of the comments in regards.

    Yep, right after I was talking about a prior D&D survey, a new D&D survey from WotC pops up - and some folks are getting additional questions with an NDA https://survey-d.dynata.com/survey/selfserve/53b/21051093?src=facebook#?

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    Gamers' Health TwoFer - Live From NTRPG Con and Con Wrap-up / Con Crud Jun 14, 2021

    It's a double episode of Gamers' Health. Rach and Tenkar were live at NTRPG Con and a week later did a post con wrap-up, complete with possible con crud. Huzzah!

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    NTRPG Con Twofer - Whiskey Tasting & Dungeons, Dragons & Discourse (Recorded Live) Jun 12, 2021

    A special NTRPG Con Livestream hosted by Tenkar & Bad Mike, with special guests as they do a series of whiskey tastings supplied by the Frugal GM.

    Tenkar & Glen are live from NTRPG Con

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    Talking Crit LIVE at NTRPG Con 2021 Jun 10, 2021

    Join Bad Mike and Tenkar as they broadcast live from NTRPG Con's PreCon Get It On! Numerous unscheduled Special Guest appearances :)

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    Hat Trick Episode and Catch Up - D&D 6e, VTT Numbers and what it means& Risus for Sale (with obligations) Jun 08, 2021

    Yep, a triple episode. A podcast Hat Trick and post-con catch up :)

    D&D White box released in 1974. AD&D 1e released (sorta) in 1977. AD&D 2e released in 1989. D&D 3e released in 2000. D&D 3.5 2003. D&D 4e in 2008 and D&D 5e released in 2014. When will D&D 6e release?

    I've been told that ALL Pathfinder players moved over to the Foundry VTT. Just how popular are the various, major virtual tabletops in comparison to each other?

    Yep, the Risus RPG is for sale, complete with $300 to $3,000 in Kickstarter obligations. You must make an offer to get actual financial details - I kid you not!

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    Ravenloft & Xenophobia / Pathfinder 1e's Success was Due to the Failure of D&D 4e May 31, 2021

    Apparently, xenophobia has been removed from the Ravenloft 5e release. I've always seen xenophobia as a primary characteristic of Ravenloft, no matter if the PCs were humans or demihumans, they were strangers and a possible danger.

    Pathfinder 1e was a success in large part to much of the D&D community rejecting D&D 4e. Pathfinder 2e is a direct response to the success of D&D 5e. Why is Pathfinder losing market share to Dungeons & Dragonns 5e? Why isn't Pathfinder 2e the success that Pathfinder 1e was right out of the box?

    I use years worth of Roll20 Orr Reports looking at the trends for Pathfinder and 5e.

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    Tenkar's Thoughts on the New Swords & Wizardry Complete Boxed Set - You Might be Surprised! & Xenophobia - Perfect Combination or a Sign of the Times it was Created In? May 28, 2021

    I've been asked to offer my thoughts on the new Swords & Wizardry Complete Boxed Set. Well, here are those very thoughts...

    Apparently, xenophobia has been removed from the Ravenloft 5e release. I've always seen xenophobia as a primary characteristic of Ravenloft, no matter if the PCs were humans or demihumans, they were strangers and a possible danger.


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    Dungeons, Dragons & Discourse - May 21st, 2021 May 26, 2021

    Glen & Tenkar talk Pathfinder, Paizo, 5e, and more.

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    Talking Crit with Special Guest Alex Kammer (GameHole Con) May 25, 2021

    Tenkar and Bad Mike are joined by Alex Kammer of GameHole Con. They talk conventions, Covid, gaming and more.

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    Is Paizo's Pathfinder 2e Gasping Its Last Breath? & Alcohol at The Gaming Table - Cons & Pros May 23, 2021

    Another twofer ;)

    Paizo has launched their SECOND Pathfinder 2 Humble Bundle in the 21 months since Pathfinder 2 released in the summer of 2019. Two Humble Bundles of new material for a new RPG system are the signs of failure, not just of market share, but of management. Paizo had its birth by being formed to directly support the 3x edition of Dungeons & Dragons. Will its only way to save itself be to support D&D 5e?

    I never used to allow alcohol at the game table. It was a hard and fast rule that I've changed over the years. I discuss why it was and why it is now

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    Follow Up Twofer - More on Hyperlinked PDFs & Gamer Entitlement May 21, 2021

    Taylor calls in with some observations and uses for hyperlinks in PDFs. Epi wrote in about Gamer Entitlement. His insights are interesting and I respond. Also, S&W Continual Light 2nd is coming in September

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    Announcing SWCL Digest Edition and Follow Up to Gamer Entitlement May 18, 2021

    I’ve been asked by many over the past few years for a digest-sized edition of the Swords & Wizardry Continual Light rules. With some extra prompting by James Spahn, it is now in the works. In addition to new material by James Spahn, it will have a professional layout and editing, a new color cover we have commissioned to be completed by James Shields, a new logo, new interior art (B&W or color is up for discussion) and possibly more content, depending on feedback from the community. The rules themselves are not changing. This is a new printing with additional material, not a new edition.

    Epi wrote in about Gamer Entitlement. His insights are interesting and I respond. Also, S&W Continual Light 2nd is coming in September

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    Talking Crit with Special Guest Ben Burns May 15, 2021

    Bad Mike & Tenkar are joined by Ben Burns, winner of the NTRPG Con Three Castles Award and currently kickstarting Corsairs of Cthulhu - A Call of Cthulhu® Campaign Book

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    The Great Hyperlinked PDF Controversy of 2021 May 13, 2021

    There was a discussion on Facebook that resulted in many mutual blocks. The discussion centered on hyperlinked PDFs - why for some potential customers, they are a make or break type of deal, and for some publishers they aren't cost-effective to make. I find myself somewhere around milktoast fencesitter ;)

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    As a Convention DM, How Do You Handle Walk-up Players at Your Table? May 12, 2021

    We have a voicemail from Derek, who states that allowing walk-up players to a game table that has hit its "max" at a convention does a disservice to the players that signed up. I respond.

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    Ken Whitman is Looking for Actors for a Fantasy TV Pilot - Wasn't There a Kickstarter for This? May 11, 2021

    Ken Whitman is looking for folks to audition for roles in his upcoming Fantasy Series Pilot. Non-union actors only. 100 bucks a day. This is the BIG TIME! :)

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    It Isn't Just Players that can be Entitled, It Happens with DM Too May 10, 2021

    We got some voicemails in response to the previous episode where I remarked on entitled gamers, and I make it seem like it was only players that could act entitled, but DMs can act entitled too.

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    Talking Crit with Special Guest Jason Braun - LiveStream May 09, 2021

    Bad Mike & Tenkar are joined by NTRPG Con Special Guest Jason Braun, as they talk art, cons, current events in the gaming industry, and more.

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    Zak S Has TWO Lawsuits Dismissed May 08, 2021

    This is a two-fer. Two parts in one episode. Zak was nice enough to have two lawsuits dismissed. We knew about the suit against Gen Con, but the suit against Mie Mealr was a new one.

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    Kickstarter Has Added a Check-Box for Backers Saying Rewards Aren't Guaranteed May 07, 2021

    Kickstarter is now putting its fulfillment policy in the backers' faces. What caused them to blink?

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    Gamers Can Be the Most Entitled Bunch of... May 05, 2021

    I'm amazed at the entitlement some folks in the gaming community feel towards content creators, especially those content creators that aren't being paid for their work. I know many gamers are cheap, and a significant number do not invest points in social skills, but there is a limit to the entitlement one can silently tolerate.

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    Gamer's Health LiveStream - Death, Suicide & Mental Health May 04, 2021

    For some, the stress of Covid and / or other factors, can bring one to consider actions that are irrevocable. Seeking help for mental and emotional issues isn't weakness, its strength.

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    Dungeons, Dragons & Discourse - Special Unannounced Guest - Mike Badolato NTRPG Con May 02, 2021

    Old Man Grognard and Tenkar are joined by Bad Mike Badolato of NTRPG Con and Frog God Games.

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    Torchlight Issue #1 Goes to Editing & We've Surpassed 400 Subs on the Vidcast May 01, 2021

    Yep, Torchlight Issue #1 has moved on from layout to editing. Aiming for the first half of May. We've surpassed over 400 subs on this channel. Huzzah and thank you!

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    Talking Crit LIVE with Special Guest Jeff Talanian (AS&SH) Apr 30, 2021

    Bad Mike & Tenkar are joined by Jeff Talanian (Astonishing Swordsmen & Sorcerers of Hyperborea) as Talking Crit kicks off a series of NTRPG Con 2021 Special Guests for their weekly Livestream. Got questions for Jeff? Ask them in the chat.

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    Can Mook Rules and Crits Find a Balance in the OSR? Apr 29, 2021

    Chad calls in with a suggestion about Mooks not getting critical hits, but the PCs getting such because they are heroes. I take it one step further, and propose using critical hits for PCs, major NPCs, and climatic encounters. Also, Zak S will soon be dishing the dirt on the Vampire 5e fiasco.

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    Blogs Ain't Dying, But They ARE Changing Because of Unforeseen Factors Apr 28, 2021

    Taylor called the show to follow up on my earlier comments about blogs. He's right, blogs aren't dying, but they certainly are receding in importance, at least in the OSR. There are many factors for that: the relative ease one can podcast via Anchor or Vidcast on YouTube, the death of Google+, the advent of self-publishing, and the relatively low cost of entry associate with such (almost any word processing program can get you started and the ability to monetize your creations). In many ways, it's a perfect storm... Still, the entry bar to blogging is still set at Zero, and I still blog on a daily basis at tenkarstavern.com.

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    Why I Don't Play with Crits & Fumbles at My Table Apr 27, 2021

    I no longer play with crits and fumbles when I run an RPG session. Critical hits and fumbles have the potential to affect the player characters as well as their adversaries, and as most adversarial encounters are meant to be one and done, critical hits and fumbles carry over detrimentally for the PCs from one encounter to the next.

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    Gamers' Health with Rach & Tenkar - Weekend Escapes to Recharge Batteries Apr 26, 2021

    Rach & Tenkar escaped to the Poconos for the first time in 14 months, and it was emotional. Doing something that was normal prior to the pandemic was refreshing.

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    Iron Rations with JoetheLawyer & Tenkar - Live 4/23/21 Apr 24, 2021

    Watch Joe & Erik as they talk about Critical Role and is it really D&D, live-playcasts, D&D editions, and more.

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    Forums Begat Blogs, Which Begat Podcasts, Which Begat Vidcasts, Which Begat.. Apr 23, 2021

    The Tavern took form when blogs were on the rise, and has expanded to podcasts and vidcasts over recent years. What does the future hold for The Tavern?

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    Talking Crit LiveStream with Ben Barsh, Pacesetter Games - 8 PM Eastern 4/21/21 Apr 22, 2021

    Join Tenkar & Bad Mike as they are joined by Ben Barsh of Pacesetter Games to talk OSR, D&D, Kickstarters, Gaming News, Ken Whitman, Gareth Skarka, and more.

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    Ken Whitman Hit with a Copyright Claim by Ed Kramer? (Yes, THAT Ed Kramer) Say it Ain't So, Ken! Apr 21, 2021

    So, Ken Whitman, AKA Whit Whitman, wrote and directed a movie called The Whittler, but of course he left his name off of all promotional material. Apparently written back in 2005, there was a copyright claim filed by Ed Kramer of Dragon Con fame (and a former roommate of Ken's)


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    Was D&D 50 Years Old on April 17? Maybe... Apr 20, 2021

    "According to Dave Arneson's Corner of the Table newsletter, Vol. III, #4" "There will be a medevil "BRAUNSTEIN" April 17, 1971 at the home of David Arneson from 1500 hrs to 2400 hrs with refreshments being available on the usual basis. Players may come at any time and any number are welcome to attend what should prove to be an exciting time. It will feature mythical creatures and a poker game under the Troll's bridge between sunup and sundown."

    http://boggswood.blogspot.com/2021/04/the-first-pc-to-die-ever.html

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    Far West Fiasco - Gareth Skarka, Icon of Lies, Deception & Broken Promises Apr 19, 2021

    I missed a Far West Kickstarter update from February 2021, not on the Kickstarter page, but on the Far West website. Suffice to say, more words, with nothing to back them up.

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    Dungeons, Dragons & Discourse Apr 17, 2021

    Glen & Tenkar talk about improvisational adventure techniques one can use in their game sessions. How to improv on the fly ;)

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    AD&D 1e DMG - It is incumbent upon the DM to ensure that the role of the Sword is played to the Hilt Apr 16, 2021

    Most players will be unwilling to play swords with personalities as the personalities dictate. It is incumbent upon the DM to ensure that the role of the sword is played to the hilt, with the DM assuming the persona of the sword if necessary - EGG

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    Talking Crit with Tenkar & Bad Mike - Woot for WotC, NTRPG Update & More Apr 15, 2021

    Tenkar & Bad Mike talk about the announcement that Jeff Grubb's lost Mystara manuscript will now see the light of day, NTRPG Con updates, Covid policy and more.

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    Would a Dungeon by Any Other Name Smell as Dank? Apr 14, 2021

    Dungeons. We know what they are, or do we? Are they defined by the walls around the PCs, or can you have "outdoor dungeons?" Rocky calls the show and explores what may define a dungeon, and it might not be what you expect.

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    Tavern Chat Twofer - The Great Kingdom Documentary & Long Lost Mystara Manuscript Apr 13, 2021

    Dueling documentaries of the legacy of Dungeons & Dragons left only one standing. What is the latest update from The Great Kingdom, and what can those that backed "the other" documentary do to, if not be made whole, at least get something of value?

    Jeff Grubbs long lost Mystara World Setting manuscript, originally written for AD&D 2e (and replaced by Karameikos: Kingdom of Adventure on the TSR release schedule), with setting appropriate kits and such, will be released at the Piazza later this year with the permission of WotC.

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    Gamers' Health with Rach & Tenkar - 8 PM Eastern 4/10/21 - Coping with Stress Apr 12, 2021

    Join Rach & Tenkar as they do their weekly livestream addressing health issues that affect much of the gaming community. This week was focused on coping with stress.

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    Iron Rations - Where Did All of the Dungeons Go? Livestream 8 PM Eastern 4/9/21 Apr 11, 2021

    Join JoetheLawyer & Tenkar as they look at the change of dungeoneering over the years and more.

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    Who Does Tenkar Work For? He Works for You... Apr 10, 2021

    Randy from the Biggus Geekus podcast calls and tells me I'm not a cog, which is true. But I'm not a cog because I work for each one of you...

    Voicemail 347-509-5168

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    Talking Crit with Bad Mike & Tenkar - LiveStream 8 PM Eastern 4/7/21 Apr 09, 2021

    Join Bad Mike & Tenkar as they talk about the past week in tabletop gaming news.

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    On Refs, GMs, Narrators & Cogs - Follow Up and Voicemails Apr 08, 2021

    Glen "Old Man Grognard" sees himself as a narrator, and Joe (Biggus Geekus) has his thoughts on being a cog...

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    Are You a Referee or a Game Master? Apr 07, 2021

    The way I see it, a referee (or judge) is one that runs a play session with a strict interpretation of the rules, while a game master (or dungeon master) is more concerned about engaging his or her players, but there is certainly overlap between the two, and most that run RPGs have skills that fall into both categories.

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    We Are All Cogs in a Wheel When We Work For Others - Follow Up to the Candlekeep Mysteries Fallout plus Bonus Apr 06, 2021

    When you work for a company or government agency, the larger the organization, the more they treat their employees like cogs. Freelancing is one of the most cog-like work situations one can find themselves in. Your feelings are unimportant. Only how much profit you can make your publisher. Bonus Easter episode on the back end.

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    Gamers' Health with Rach & Tenkar - Livestream - More Personal than I Expected ;) Apr 05, 2021

    I opened up more than I had planned to with this episode, but the truth is, we are all on this journey together. No one is alone, nor should they be.

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    Dungeons, Dragons & Discourse - April 2, 2021 Apr 04, 2021

    Join Glen & Tenkar, as they talk about freelancing in the RPG community and more.

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    NPC Classes in Dragon Magazine - Not Just Jokes - or Jocks ;) Apr 03, 2021

    Early Dragon Magazine is well known for the series of NPC, or Non-Player Character Class offered for D&D and AD&D. Why were they only offered as NPC classes, and why do we love new character classes so much?

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    Talking Crit with Bad Mike & Tenkar Livestream - 3/31/21 Apr 02, 2021

    Join Bad Mike & Tenkar as they talk about recent news events in the world of TableTop Gaming. In This episode they talk about the Perfect RPG Kickstarter Fiasco & Luke Crane losing his VP position at Kickstarter, the fallout from Candlekeep Mysteries, the disputed Gary Gygax will, Judges Guild & more. Talking Crit is recorded live every Wednesday Night at 8 PM Eastern.

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    Goodman Games Acquires Dark Tower from Judges Guild - Will the CSIO Backers EVER be Made Whole? Mar 31, 2021

    Goodman Games acquired Drak Tower from Judges Guild and intends to release a new version for 5e and the DCC RPG. It seems obvious that it was not given away by Judges Guild - will the CSIO Kickstarter Backers ever be made whole?

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    If You Want to Change the World, Work on Your Own IP - Candlekeep Mysteries Fallout Mar 31, 2021

    One of the authors of the Candlekeep Mysteries collection of adventures wants their name removed from future printing because the final version of their adventure was heavily edited and no longer reflected their vision.

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    Luke Crane Loses Job as Vice President at Kickstarter Over Perfect RPG Fiasco & Disputed Gygax Wills Go to Trial on June 7, 2021 Mar 29, 2021

    Luke Crane, best known for the Burning Wheel RPG, and recently promoted to Vice President and Head of Community at Kickstarter, was forced to resign from his position at Kickstarter, over the Perfect RPG Fiasco.

    The Perfect RPG went up in flames when it was revealed that Crane had snuck Adam Koebel in the project without the knowledge of other involved creators. Koebel, co-designer of Dungeon World, fell from grace in 2020 when he "broadcast a TTRPG scenario involving in-fiction sexual assault live on Twitch."

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    Gamer's Health with Rach & Tenkar - Mental Health in the Pandemic Mar 28, 2021

    Rach & Erik talk about mental health issues in the pandemic, and how to address them.

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    Iron Rations with JoetheLawyer & Tenkar - Dungeon Sensibilities, Sandboxes & Campaigns Mar 28, 2021

    Joe & Tenkar talk about what makes a dungeon real, sandboxes, and running a campaign.

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    D&D Editions, Owlbear Rodeo, & Voicemails Mar 26, 2021

    I take a brief look at D&D editions in response to Randy from Biggus Geekus leaving a voicemail and touch on Owlbear Rodeo in response to a voicemail from Tim.

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    Bad Mike & Tenkar are joined by prolific OSR creator Levi Combs. Mar 25, 2021

    Bad Mike & Tenkar sit down with Levi Combs and talk OSR, Kickstarter, DCC RPG, Star Wars, Grindhouse movies, and more.

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    AD&D 1E - The DMG is Not a Rulebook (But BECMI HAS a DM's Rulebook) Mar 24, 2021

    The AD&D 1e DMG is NOT a rulebook, but a set of guidelines for playing AD&D. BECMI, however, does have a DM's Rulebook.

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    A Fireside Chat with Mark Reed (Noble Dwarf Printing) Mar 23, 2021

    Tenkar was joined this fine Monday morning by Mark Reed of Noble Dwarf, a printing, minis, and apparel company for gamers. They talked Kickstarters, print on demand props, conventions, and more.

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    AD&D 1e DMG - Is Dungeon Mastering an Art or a Science? Mar 22, 2021

    From Mike Carr's forward in the AD&D 1e DMG: Is Dungeon Mastering an Art or a Science? It's an interesting question, but is it even the right Question? Also, the DMG is a "guide", not a rulebook...

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    Gamers' Health with Rach & Tenkar - Don't Cheat Yourself, Reward Yourself Mar 21, 2021

    I often hear folks talk about how "today is their cheat day", so they can eat whatever they want, smoke, drink, avoid exercise, etc - simply put, they are looking for an excuse not to succeed. You should reward success, not fool yourself into thinking you can succeed via cheating.

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    Dungeons, Dragons & Discourse - 5e, Bane & Boon Mar 20, 2021

    Glen and Tenkar talk about D&D 5e, 3x, OSR, VTTS (including Owlbear Rodeo), and more.

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    AD&D 1e DMG - A Look at Appendix B: Random Wilderness Terrain Mar 19, 2021

    Continuing my travels through the Advanced Dungeon & Dragons 1e Dungeon Master's Guide, I take a look at Appendix B. Also, Glen Halstrom calls the show.

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    Talking Crit with Special Guest Courtney Campbell (Hack&Slash) Mar 18, 2021

    Bad Nike & Tenkar are joined by Courtney Campbell (Hack & Slash Blog). They talk about Courtney's latest project, GenCon, conventions, D&D sales numbers, and more.

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/agonarchartist/bestial-ecosystems-created-by-monstrous-inhabitation

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    The Most Influential Edition of Dungeons & Dragons is... Mar 17, 2021

    Angus calls back and leaves an excellent voicemail. I talk about which edition of Dungeons & Dragons is the most influential. I got my second Covid vaccination shot earlier today. Our voicemail is 347-509-5168

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    AD&D 1e Dungeon Masters Guide - First THAC0 Sighting and Random Dungeon Generation Mar 16, 2021

    Continuing my perusal of the AD&D 1e DMG, I was surprised to find THAC0 in the DMG. I fondly remember using the Random Dungeon Generation tables to entertain myself at holiday dinners and we have a voicemail about the 5e DMG from Jason.

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    AD&D 1e Dungeon Masters Guide - Thoughts on High-Level Play & Generating a High-Level Party Mar 15, 2021

    Tim S calls the show with thoughts on what is high-level play and generating high-level parties. First daily Tavern Chat recording via Streamyard.

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    Gamers Health with Rach & Tenkar - Accommodations, Vaccines, Yoga & more Mar 14, 2021

    Join Rach & Tenkar as they talk about making all things Tavern more accessible for the hearing and vision impaired, Rach's second dose of the Moderna vaccine, and more.

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    Iron Rations with JoetheLawyer and Tenkar - Why 5e Doesn't Teach How to DM Mar 13, 2021

    Tenkar & JoetheLawyer are joined by Joe's brother and mapper Matt Jackson, as they talk 5e, the OSR, and more.

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    Am I Adverse to High Level Play, and if so, Why? Mar 12, 2021

    Biggus Geekus asks about high-level play and it got me thinking about how I handle it, or don't...

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    Talking Crit with Special Guest Greg Gillespie (Dwarrowdeep, Barrowmaze & more) Mar 11, 2021

    Bad Mike & Tenkar are joined by Greg Gillespie of Barrowmaze fame, as they talk about his latest Kickstarter - Dwarrowdeep, Barrowmaze, Star Wars, the Dallas Cowboys, and more.

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    Appendix G & H - Traps & Tricks in the AD&D 1e DMG Mar 10, 2021

    Continuing my rereading of the AD&D 1e DMG, I take a closer look at Appendix G & H, traps and tricks. Apparently, Gary enjoyed tricks more than traps...

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    Appendix P - Creating a Spur of the Moment Party in the AD&D 1e DMG - Possible Insights Mar 09, 2021

    I was looking at the 1e DMG, specifically Appendix P - Creating a party on the spur of the moment, and I noticed something that I hadn't noticed before. Actually, many somethings, such as expected power level and magic item distribution. It was eye-opening.

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    Episode 1,000 (and two ;) Mar 08, 2021

    We've surpassed 1,000 - and then some - and its time to recognize those that have made such possible, especially the listeners :)

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    Gamers' Health - Prescription Shock is Real! Mar 07, 2021

    Rach & Tenkar talk about prescription shock, mental health in the world of covid, immunization and more.

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    Dungeons, Dragons, & Discourse Live - w/ Special Guest Mark Hunt - Gangbusters Mar 06, 2021

    Tenkar & Glen are joined by Mark Hunt, as they talk Gangbusters and old-school gaming. Coincidentally, this marks episode 1,000 of the Talking Crit Podcast

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    Gamer Matchmaking on Demiplane - There a New Portal for Your Games Mar 05, 2021

    Demiplane.com is your new one-stop location for gamer matchmaking and adventure tracking, as well as voice and video. There is much potential to be had.

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    Talking Crit with Special Guest Jim Wampler Mar 04, 2021

    Join Bad Mike and Tenkar as well as special guest Jim Wampler, as they discuss the latest Zak S lawsuit, GenCon, the Perfect RPG, gaming conventions, and more.

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    Doing High Level Abilities at Lower Levels in AD&D - The Role of Scrolls Mar 03, 2021

    I've always felt that gameplay broke down fairly fast after achieving name level in AD&D 1e, as that is where casters fully come into their own, and fighting classes are still useful as more than meat shields. But how do you satisfy the urge of your players for higher-level spells and other abilities? Scrolls, of course!

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    The Not So Perfect "Perfect RPG" Kickstarter Mar 02, 2021

    What do you get when you sneak a creator into your project at the last minute, one that has been blackballed from the community for alleged misbehavior? You get a Luke Crane trainwreck.

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    Zak Smith is Suing GenCon for Defamation and More! Mar 01, 2021

    Zak Smith is suing GenCon & Peter Adkison for defamation, false light, outrage, interference with a business expectancy as well as violations of the Washington Consumer Protection Act.


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    Gamers' Health with Rach & Tenkar - Looking at Virtual Reality for Exercise & Imposter Syndrome Feb 28, 2021

    Rach and Tenkar talk about using virtual reality gaming for exercise and how to combat imposter syndrome.

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    Iron Rations with JoetheLawyer & Tenkar - D&D Movie, WotC Profits and More Feb 27, 2021

    Join Tenkar & JoetheLawyer as they talk about the upcoming D&D movie, VTTs, Roll20, Fantasy Grounds, Kickstarter, and more.

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    A Recap, of Sorts, of ZineQuest Month Feb 26, 2021

    How do you get your zine noticed in a month full of zines? I have some thoughts...

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    Talking Crit with Special Guest Douglas Cole - Gaming Ballistic Feb 25, 2021

    Bad Mike & Tenkar are join by special guest Doug Cole, as they talk Kickstarter and more.

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    Dungeons & Dragons 5e is 71% of the Fantasy Grounds Game Sessions Feb 24, 2021

    Stepping away from the ZineQuest Livestreams, I look at the latest Fantasy Grounds session numbers

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    ZinrQuest Fireside Chat with Mark Finn - Gobsmack! Zine Feb 23, 2021

    Tenkar sits down for a virtual FireSide Chat with Mark Finn, creator of the Gobsmack! zine

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    Gamer's Health with Rach & Tenkar 2/21/21 Feb 22, 2021

    Rach & Tenkar talk about their current challenges to their health, and other aspects of gamers' health.

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    TotalCon Special Edition Talking Crit with special guest Zach Glazar Feb 21, 2021

    Wrapping up their TotalCon coverage, Tenkar & Bad Mike are joined by Zach Glazar of Frog God Games.

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    TotalCon Special Talking Crit, Iron Rations, Dungeons, Dragons & Discourse with Guests Angelia & Stephen from TotalCcon Feb 20, 2021

    Join Bad Mike, Old Man Grognard, JoetheLawyer & Tenkar as they sit down with Angelia & Stephen, organizers of TotalCon.

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    TotalCon Special Edition Talking Crit with special guest Christopher Clark - Inner City Games Feb 19, 2021

    Continuing with the special editions of Talking Crit in support of Total Con, Bad Mike & Tenkar are joined by Chris Clark of Inner City Games

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    TotalCon PreCon Talking Crit with Special Guest Allen Hammack Feb 18, 2021

    Bad Mike & Tenkar sit down with TSR alumni Allen Hammack. First in a series of TotalCon Livestream recording with special guests.

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    A Fireside Chat with R Scott Taylor - Art of the Genre - The Folio Feb 17, 2021

    I sat down for a Fireside Chat with R Scott Taylor, producer of over 70 crowdfunding projects, owner of Art of the Genre, and perhaps best known for The Folio series.

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    ZineQuest Fireside Chat with Jesse Ephraim - Other Magic #3, the Ancient World Feb 16, 2021

    Continuing the ZineQuest Fireside Chat series, this time with Jesse Ephraim, discussing Other Magic #3, the Ancient World

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    ZineQuest Fireside Chat TwoFer - Thomas Votaw (It Came from the Message Board) and Joel Hines (Desert Moon of Karth) Feb 15, 2021

    Continuing the ZineQuest Fireside Chat series of interviews, we have a twofer - Thomas Votaw and his It Came from the Message Board and Joel Hines and his Desert Moon of Karth zine.


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    Gamers' Health, w/ special guest Shannon, our 8 y/o niece, as we talk about Schooling in the World of Covid Feb 14, 2021

    Rach & Tenkar have moved Gamers' Health to Saturday Nights and have turned it into a Livestream. Tonight they will be joined by their 10 y/o niece Shannon and will touch on the difficulties of schooling in the time of Covid.

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    Iron Rations ZineQuest Edition with special guests Tim Shorts, Steve C & Matt Jackson Feb 13, 2021

    Join JoetheLawyer & Tenkar as Tim Shorts and Steve C join them for a special ZineQuest episode. Then hold on to your knickers, because Matt Jackson himself crashes the party and shit goes to hell in a very good way :)

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/steve-c/horrors-of-the-sepulchre-zine-quest

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gothridgemanor/the-many-crypts-of-lady-ingrade-zine-quest

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    Zinequest Fireside Chat TwoFer - Michael Harmon and Thad More & Robin Irwin Feb 12, 2021

    More ZineQuest is more better! We are back with two more Fireside Chats for the price of none! Michael Harmon talks about the Tomb of Immolation and Thad Moore & Robin Irwin discus Wizard Funk 3.

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    Talking Crit Live with Special Guest Casey Christofferson - Bonus Fireside Chat with Lloyd Metcalf Feb 11, 2021

    Yep, it's another twofer! First, Talking Crid with Bad Mike and Tenkar, with special guest Casey Christofferson. Casey has launched the Catpocolypse Zine. But stick around, as we also have a Fireside Chat with Lloyd Metcalf. Lloyd has the Maximum HP #5 zine currently funding.

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    ZineQuest - A Fireside Chat Twofer - The Lair of the Manticore - Frank Tufler & The 13th Fleet - Nathan Town Feb 10, 2021

    Continuing with the ZineQuest Fireside Chat series, we have another twofer. Frank Tuflet and his Lair of the Manticore zine and Nathan Town and his The 13th Fleet Zine. You can find them both on Kickstarter.

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    ZineQuest Fireside Chat TwoFer - Zak Goins - Scrap Rats & James Carpio - Anarchy! Feb 09, 2021

    I sat down for two Fireside Chats regarding ZineQuest. The first was with Zak Goins, who has the Scrap Rats zine. The second was with James Carpio with his Anarchy! zine. Good times were had by all.

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bitesizedgaming/scrap-rats-rpg

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/grindhausmedia/anarchy

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    ZineQuest - A Fireside Chat with Jeff Jones - Scoundrel Feb 08, 2021

    I sat down with Jeff Jones, layout artist of Torchlight Zine, and we talked about the Kickstarter process and his ZineQuest project, Scoundrels.

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    ZineQuest - A Fireside Chat with Craig Campbell - Low Stakes Zine Feb 07, 2021

    I sat down for a Fireside Chat with Craig Campbell, of the Low Stakes Zine. Low Stakes is inspired by What We Do in the Shadows, both the movie and the TV show.

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    Gamers' Health Livestream with Rach & Tenkar 2/5/21 Feb 06, 2021

    Rach and Tenkar talk about healthy alternatives for a low sodium, low carb diet. Rach brings out one of her singing bowls. Not responsible for any broken glass ;)

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    Why Are Today's Zines Not Full Sized? Feb 05, 2021

    Yep, this was to have been a Fireside but there were technical issues. Still, why are zines half sized compared to magazines? Inquiring minds want to know.

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    Talking Crit with Special Guest Thom Wilson - ZineQuest Fireside #1 Feb 04, 2021

    Bad Mike & Tenkar are joined by Thom Wilson (Throwi Games) who has a current project on Kickstarter - Gamma Zine #3. This is the first in a series of episodes highlighting zine creators participating in ZineQuest.

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/throwigames/gamma-zine-issue-3

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    Is Immersion an Inverse Ratio to Crunch in a Ruleset? Feb 03, 2021

    Jon Peterson posted an article on immersion and RPGs in the 70s, and it got me thinking about immersion being facilitated by lighter and easier to understand rulesets.

    http://playingattheworld.blogspot.com/2021/01/immersion-and-role-playing-in-1970s.html

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    When is Run as Written Wrong? Feb 02, 2021

    Earlier today, I stood out in the snowstorm here in NYC and spoke about the time I killed a party with a randomly rolled blizzard, thus the danger of always running "let the dice fall as they may." Tonight, I talk about some of the dangers of "run as written."


    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZg1MaKxc4Y&ab_channel=ErikTenkar

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    A Rob Kuntz Announcement, a Rant and a Blizzard walked into a Bar (listen to the end for omitted material) Feb 01, 2021

    Rob Kuntz has licensed his published and unpublished works to a publisher, I rant on public shaming in FB groups and we have a blizzard here in NYC, and I may adventure out and record in it tomorrow... stay after the initial sign off, as I had to add something

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    Dungeons, Dragons & Discourse - Glen and Tenkar are Joined by the Biggus Geekus Podcast Jan 31, 2021

    The Biggus Geekus Podcast joins Tenkar & Glen for a discussion on the OSR, Hexcrawls, D&D, Vancian Magic and much, much more.

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    Gamer's Health - Denial Sucks a Lot of... Jan 30, 2021

    I saw my orthopedist yesterday, and he mentioned that when I first visited 2 years ago, I weighed in at 275 pounds - at least 25 pounds more than I would have guessed or admitted. I used to avoid weighing myself, and now, due to CGF, I weigh myself every morning.

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    How to Create a Successful Blog, Podcast and/or Livestream Jan 29, 2021

    I've been asked for years how to create a successful blog, and then I was asked about creating a successful podcast. Recently I was asked how to create a successful podcast. I cover some of the very basics in this episode.

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    Talking Crit with Bad Mike & Tenkar - Conventions, Dragonlance, The Next Edition of D&D and More Jan 28, 2021

    Join Tenkar & Bad Mike as they hex crawl around gaming conventions, the Dragonlance lawsuit, the potential next edition of D&D and more.

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    News - GameHole 2021 Update & Black Lung Zine Jan 27, 2021

    Gamehole Con had an update about their plans for a potential convention this fall, pandemic willing. Also, there is a Zine, Black Lung, raising money for Rocky Gardner's cancer fight.

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    Weis & Hickman to Publish a New Series Based on Classic Dragonlance Jan 26, 2021

    We found out today the reason why the Weis & Hickman Lawsuit against WotC was withdrawn late last year - there was a deal made between the two parties to allow the project to move forward.

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    The OSR's Definition is Shades of Grey and a Weird Venn Diagram Jan 25, 2021

    Jason calls the show. I attempt to define the OSR and the shades of grey nearly overwhelm me ;)

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    Iron Rations LiveStream - Joe & Tenkar Define the OSR (kinda) and Trace Feats to their Roots Jan 24, 2021

    Its time for another Iron Rations. Join JoetheLawyer & Erik Tenkar as they try to define the OSR. Hint - they probably don't agree with each other, and maybe not even themselves. Then they try to track down the root of "feats" in D&D. Could it be the AD&D 1e Unearthed Arcana?

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    Gamers' Health - Cheesecake Episode ;) Jan 23, 2021

    I found a gourmet blueberry cheesecake on Amazon. Sometimes you need to splurge. You can find virtual religious services online.

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    Biggus Geekus Asks "What is the OSR?" Jan 22, 2021

    Randt from Biggus Geekus calls - twice - and asks the question "What is the OSR?" Damn all of these open-ended questions...

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    Talking Crit with Tenkar & Bad Mike - The Kraken finds a Path to Get Savaged by Kickstarter Jan 21, 2021

    Printing Problems, Pathfinder Savages Kickstarter, A Kraken gets suspended, Vecna gives up a hand and an eye, and more current events get discussed on the Talking Crit Livestream. Catch Bad Mike and Tenkar every Wednesday Night at 8 PM Eastern.

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    Savage Pathfinder Wields the Hand and Eye of Vecna Jan 20, 2021

    The Pathfinder for Savage Worlds Kickstarter launched earlier today and it's already surpassed $170K. The Hand and Eye of Vecna are available for preorder. Own your own Dungeons & Dragons artifact :)

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/545820095/pathfinder-for-savage-worlds

    https://www.dndmini.com/products/d-d-hand-eye-of-vecna

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    DTRPG Will No Longer do Saddle Stitch, and There is a New Kickstarter Scam Jan 19, 2021

    As of March 1st, 2021, DTRPG will no longer be able to supply saddle stitch books for their publishers, and its going to cause issues for many. Also, there is a Kickstarter that has cloned an Indiegogo. All the news that's fit to podcast :)

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    The Dark Trails RPG is now Weird Frontiers Jan 18, 2021

    David Baity, the writer/publisher of the Dark Trails RPG that was Kickstarted back in 2019, shared today that the name has been changed to the Weird Frontiers RPG. David went into some of the background behind the decision to change the name of Dark Trails, and I share his post and comment on such.


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    Dungeons , Dragons & Discourse - Can Two Old Grogs Ever Be Right? Jan 17, 2021

    Join Old Man Grognard (Glen Halstrom) and Tenkar as they talk old school gaming, Dungeons & Dragons, the OSR, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Gamer's Health - Nintendo Switch Carb Burning, The Stuffler & More Jan 16, 2021

    Rach & Tenkar talk about using the Nintendo Switch for carb-burning exercise, cooking with the Stuffler (stuffed waffles), criticizing oneself, mental health, Covid, and more.

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    Tim Kask had Much to Say About the "Tunnels Incident" in Dragon 30 Jan 15, 2021

    While browsing my Dragon Magazines in search of AD&D 1e tidbits, I came across Tim Kask's article on the incident of "an The Tunnels" incident.

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    Talking Crit with Special Guest Skeeter Green Jan 14, 2021

    Skeeter joins Tenkar & Bad Mike for an entertaining hexcrawl through the world of tabletop gaming.

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    A Look at Thief Ability Notations in the Advanced Dungeons & Dragons 1e DMG Jan 13, 2021

    You can infer which thief abilities were most used by the players in Gary's campaigns by the number of words Gary uses to further detail, and restrict, these abilities.

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    AD&D Started with 5 Alignments - A Look at the AD&D Monster Manual Jan 12, 2021

    Last week in one of our live streams, it was mentioned that the AD&D 1e Monster Manual had only 5 alignments - maybe 7, if you included good or evil tendencies. It's interesting to see the evolution of the system right before your eyes, and to never have noticed it in the last 40 years at that...

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    More on Disease in the Dungeon Master's Guide (AD&D 1e) & The Pros and Cons of Social Media Jan 11, 2021

    We have follow up voicemails on diseases in AD&D 1e and the pros and cons of social media.

    https://www.facebook.com/groups/tenkarstavern - over 2,600 members

    Tenkar's Tavern Group on MeWe - over 700 members

    Dungeons & Dragons Group on Mewe - over 5,100 members!

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    Iron Rations with JoetheLawyer and Tenkar - Dungeons & Diatribes, A Livestreamed Sandbox Discussion Jan 10, 2021

    Ah, what do you call a livestream that goes off the rails and into the wilds? Iron Rations, apparently ;)

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    Gamers' Health - Is Social Media Healthy? Jan 09, 2021

    With this week's events, I know gamers on both sides of the political spectrum that are stepping away from social media Are we too wired in?

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    You Got Your Disease in my D&D! Disease in the AD&D 1e DMG Jan 08, 2021

    For someone that wanted to stress game-ability over reality, Gary often mixed the two up. Disease was one of those areas...

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    Talking Crit - Whit Whitman, Conan & More Jan 07, 2021

    Bad Mike & Tenkar look at Ken Whit Whitman, Conan the Barbarian, and whatever else the hex crawl brings them.

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    Methods I-IV of Character Generation in the AD&D 1e DMG - Which Did You Use? Jan 06, 2021

    My groups invariably used a variation of Method I, but in retrospect, I wish we had used Method III.

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    As Per the 1e DMG, ONLY Official 3rd Party Resources Should be Used Jan 05, 2021

    Yep, Gary was pretty firm that only Official 3rd party materials should be used with AD&D. Ah, sweet, sweet licensing fees...

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    What Tools do You Use to Run a Play by Post Campaign? Jan 04, 2021

    It's 2021, and I plan on kicking off a new campaign in the first quarter of this new year. While that new campaign will include monthly VTT sessions, I'm also interested in running a group or more through a play by post campaign in the same setting, and possibly moving characters between the two.

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    Wherein I Talk About the 1e DMG - Players Listening Face a Dishonorable Death! Jan 03, 2021

    Ah, I can't get beyond the preface of the AD&D DMG without hearing not so subliminal marketing techniques.

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    New Year, New Gamers' Health - 2021 is a New Start Jan 02, 2021

    Yep, its now 2021, a milestone I wasn't 100% sure I was going to reach. Rach and I talk about what you can do to make 2021 better than 2020.

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    A Big FU to 2020 and Some Plans for The Tavern in 2021 Dec 31, 2020

    In a few hours 2020 will be no more and I couldn't be happier. Sure, it could have been worse, but 2021 HAS to be better...

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    Talking Crit LiveStream - Bad Mike & Tenkar Look Back The Year of the Pandemic and Try to Predict 2021 Dec 31, 2020

    2020 is coming to an end, and it can't come too soon. Bad Mike and Tenkar look back on the year of the pandemic in gaming and look forward to 2021.

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    Why is Limited Wish so Limited? Dec 30, 2020

    Limited Wish, a 7th level MU spell in AD&D 1e, is next to worthless, as its very description shows how limited it is.

    YouTube.com/ErikTenkar

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    933 - AD&D 1e - Who Really Used the 3rd Level Flame Arrow Spell? Dec 29, 2020

    Recorded from my iPad, as my cat stole my laptop... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E932 - 2020 in Review, 2021 is The Future Dec 28, 2020

    2020 was a fairly shitty year, at least for me. But it DID have a number of upsides to it. 2021 will be defined by The Tavern's Community, let me know what topics you want to be covered...

    Voicemail - 347-509-5168

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    E931 - Iron Rations with JoetheLawyer & Tenkar - LiveStream Every 2nd & 4th Friday on YouTube Dec 26, 2020

    JoetheLawyer talk Dungeon & Dragons and respond to questions from their live audience.

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    E930 - Gamers' Health - Christmas Episode - Precautions, Hearth Healthy Cooking and More Dec 26, 2020

    Ah, Christmas in the World of Covid is different than other years. I cooked the main course for our gathering of 7, and it went well. God bless you all.

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    E929 - What Games are You Using to Bring Pre-Teens to the World of Tabletop RPGs? Dec 25, 2020

    It's Christmas Eve, and Rach and I just showered our 10-year-old niece with a shit ton of gifts, many of which were game-related. What games are you using to get the kids in your life into RPGs?

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    E928 - Talking Crit with Bad Mike & Tenkar, Special Guests Liz & Mike Stewart Dec 24, 2020

    Liz & Mike Stewart (podcasters and RPG creators) join Bad Mike & Tenkar to talk lawsuits, movies, conventions, low carb, and more.

    https://saveforhalf.com/

    https://crusaderpodcast.com/

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    E927 - Some of the Prices on D&D Collectibles are Mind Boggling Dec 23, 2020

    Bad Mike sent me a list of recent D&D collectible prices items went for on eBay.

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    E926 - A Fireside Chat with Alyssa Faden (RPG Cartographer) Dec 22, 2020

    I sit down for a virtual Fireside Chat with Alyssa Faden, RPG Cartographer)

    https://www.twitch.tv/alyssafaden

    https://www.patreon.com/alyssafaden

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    E925 - Listen for the Tenkar Easter Egg on RPG Ramblings Podcast Dec 21, 2020

    Jeff Jones has a new podcast where he interviews creators in the gaming community. The first episode of the RPG Ramblings Podcast is live, and it includes a nice easter egg with yours truly ;)

    RPG Ramblings Podcast

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    E924 - Weis & Hickman Withdraw Lawsuit Against WotC, Gen Con and PAX East Make Plans for Physical Cons in 2021 Dec 20, 2020

    Weis & Hickman had their lawsuit against WotC dismissed without prejudice, so they could theoretically refile. It looks like a deal was made. Gen Con and PAX East make plans for in-person conve3ntions in 2021.

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    E923 - Gamers' Health with Rach & Tenkar - Using the Nintendo Switch to Sneak in Exercise Dec 19, 2020

    We got our Nintendo Switch on Wednesday, and we are already experimenting with different games that use motion controllers to track movement and encourage the sneaking in of exercise to one's video gaming.

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    E922 - I Feel Like the 5 o'clock News Citizen's Advocate for the OSR Dec 18, 2020

    I just went toe to toe with UPS over some missing / mis-delivered packages. Strangely enough, fighting with Kickstarter scammers but me in a good position to do so...

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    E921 - Talking Crit with Bad Mike & Tenkar, w/ Special Guest JoetheLawyer Dec 17, 2020

    Join Mike, Tenkar & Joe as they talk the upcoming D&D movies, theatres, D&D 6e, and more.

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    E920 - Chris Pine, the "New" Capt Kirk, Signed to Upcoming D&D Movie Dec 16, 2020

    Chris Pine, Captain Kirk in the rebooted Star Trek movies, has signed on to play an as-yet unrevealed role in the upcoming D&D movie.

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    E920 - DC Universe Movies will release on HBO Max and in Theaters Simultaneously Dec 15, 2020

    Starting with Wonder Woman 1984, DC Universe movies will release simultaneously on HBO Max and in movie theaters. Is this the future of gaming conventions?

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    E919 - AD&D 1e Gamers Were "More Sophisticated Players" Dec 14, 2020

    I'm quoting from page 6 of B1, In Search of the Unknown, 1st print. The divide was real, as TSR intended.

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    E918 - When Grey Ooze Killed My AD&D 1e Monster Manual (and other observations) Dec 13, 2020

    I lost one of my original core books to some kind of grey ooze in my basement and was lucky to snag a new copy a few years later. Tonight, I peek inside.

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    E917 - Gamer's Health with Rach & Tenkar, Improv Meals, Compensating for Deficiencies & More Dec 12, 2020

    Rach & Tenkar talk health, healthy meals, ways to compensate for deficiencies and more.

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    E916 - Wine, Avarice and Feral Cats Dec 11, 2020

    I'm two LARGE glasses of wine into tonight, just completed the weekly Tavern Chat hangout on The Tavern's Discord Server, looking forward to Ambition & Avarice 2e and David Baity has a Feral Cat Raffle/Fundraiser.

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    E915 - Talking Crit with Bad Mike & Tenkar. with Special Guest Tim Connoly Dec 10, 2020

    Bad Mike, Tenkar, & Tim talk AD&D 1e, Benchlydale Academy, Jaws, and more.

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    E914 - On Obedience & Experience in AD&D 1e Dec 09, 2020

    I look closer at the Obedience & Experience entries in the back of the AD&D 1e Player's Handbook.

    Donate to help feral cats at: https://tenkars-tavern.games/Ashley

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    E913 - A Fireside Chat with Jeff Jones (layout artist and content creator) Dec 07, 2020

    I sit down for a virtual fireside chat with Jeff Jones, layout artist for Torchlight and content creator.

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    E912 - Not So Secret Ways to Building a Successful Podcast Dec 07, 2020

    There are some common sense methods for building a successful podcast. These are by no means all of them, just a handful that worked for me.

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    E911 - The Classes in the AD&D 1e Players Handbook are Simply "Recommended" Dec 06, 2020

    Apparently, I never bothered to read the back of the AD&D 1e Player's Handbook before tonight. "All Recommended Character Classes"

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    E910 - Gamers' Health with Rach & Tenkar - On Obesity and Changing habits for Better Health (and more) Dec 05, 2020

    Rach & Erik talk about the struggles of losing weight, healthy substitutions for the foods your crave, breathing techniques and more.

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    E907 - Dungeons & Drinking - Adult Beverages in Your Game Session Dec 04, 2020

    When I was younger (teens and 20s), I had a strict rule - no alcohol at the gaming table. My opinion has changed in my "old age" ;)

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    E906 - Talking Crit with Bad Mike & Tenkar - Whither Doth the Cons Go? Dec 03, 2020

    Bad Mike and Tenkar talk about current news and events in the RPG hobby. What is WotC latest FUBAR, what's going on with conventions and more.

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    E906 - What is Happening with the New Dungeons & Dragons Movie? Dec 02, 2020

    JoeTheLawyer brings up a potential D&D movie. There is one planned for spring of 2022...

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    E905 - IF WotC WERE for Sale, Who Would / Could Buy It? Dec 01, 2020

    Following up on yesterday's episode, IF WorC WERE up for sale, who is positioned to make a play for the company?

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    E904 - Could WotC Be Up for Sale? ICV2 Makes an Argument for the Case Nov 30, 2020

    An article posted earlier today makes the argument that WotC may soon be up for sale, and Hasbro is trying to extradite itself from contracts that may be detrimental to such a sale.

    ROLLING FOR INITIATIVE -- A CASE FOR THE POSSIBLE SALE OF WIZARDS OF THE COAST BEING ON THE HORIZON

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    E904 - JoeTheLawyer Virtual Guest Appearance - Lawsuits and Suits Nov 29, 2020

    JoeTheLawyer left us a 6 part voicemail last week, and i finally got to it today. Good stuff :)

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    E903 - Gamers Health - Rach & Tenkar Talk Health as We Enter the Holiday Season Nov 28, 2020

    It's Thanksgiving weekend, and Covid is on the rise. How we celebrated the holiday and socialized safely and ate "mostly" healthy :)

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    E902 - Talking Crit with Bad Mike & Tenkar - Thanksgiving Special Nov 26, 2020

    This would have been up last nite, but Anchor was offline. Mike & I talk about Thanksgiving, gaming sales, FLGS, health, and more. Recorded live in front of a Facebook and Youtube audience every Wednesday Night at 8 PM Eastern.

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    E901 - Why Don't Casters' Opponents Get Lowered Saves Against Higher Level Casters? Nov 25, 2020

    This question came up in a Facebook Group thread earlier today, and it made me think...

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    E900 - Why I Love the Hexcrawl Format for our Fireside Chats Nov 24, 2020

    Last night I did a Fireside Chat with RPG author John Hook, and it reminded me how much I enjoyed doing fireside chats, especially with folk from the industry I haven't met before.

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    E899 - A Fireside Chat with Jon Hook, RPG Author Nov 23, 2020

    Jon and I sit down and talk D&D, CoC, and Orcus on 34th Level.

    https://tenkars-tavern.games/Orcus

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    E898 - D20 Entertainment Update, 5e Sale, Cyberpunk and More Nov 22, 2020

    Remember Ken Witman's D20 Entertainment LLC? Well, someone upped their trolling and snagged the expired corporation in KY. D&D 5e sale on Amazon and Cyberpunk RPG on Humble Bundle.

    Sponsor Link: https://tenkars-tavern.games/Orcus


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    E897 - Gamers' Health With Rach & Tenkar - Thanksgiving in the World of Covid Nov 21, 2020

    Yep, it's that time of the year. Thanksgiving is next week and Covi continues to spike. As always, your health is our primary convern

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    E896 - Once More for the Hat Trick - Gale Force 9 is Suing WotC for $950k Nov 20, 2020

    Gale Force 9 is suing WotC for Breach of Contract (among other complaints). Gee, shades of Weis and Hickman anyone?

    tenkarstavern.com to read the lawsuit

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    E895 - Talking Crit with Bad Mike & Tenkar, with Special Guest Bill Barsh Nov 19, 2020

    Its another Talkig Crit episode with Bad Mike & Tenkar, with Bill Brash of Pacesetter Games. Let's talk kickstarters, miniatures and more.

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    E894 - Take This Shield and Stuff It! Shields in 1e (where do I hold my torch?) Nov 18, 2020

    Everyone knows to use shields in AD&D 1e, but do you know the limitations of small, normal, and large shields? What about flanking. Oh, and a Torchlight update. Huzzah!

    tenkars-tavern.games/Orcus is our sponsor of this episode.

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    E893 - Obedience, Light and Tricks in AD&D 1e Nov 17, 2020

    In the back of the Player's Handbook, after the spell descriptions and before the trainwreck of the Psionic Rules, Gary talks about obedience, light sources, and traps, tricks, and encounters. Oh my!

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    E892 - On Secret Hit Points in AD&D 1e Nov 16, 2020

    The 1e Player's Handbook gives the DM the option of keeping the player's HP total and current HP secret from the players. Have you ever run such a game?

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    E891 - AD&D 1e, and the Core Four Classes (and the non-viability of the non-fighter subclasses) Nov 15, 2020

    Every group i played with back in the day had a fighter (or subclass), magic-user, thief, and cleric chosen before dabbling in the subclasses.

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    E890 - Gamers' Health with Rach & Tenkar - No One is on this Journey Alone Nov 14, 2020

    When it comes to leading a healthier lifestyle, you are not alone. We can share tips to make it easier to achieve our health goals, and help each other up when we stumble.

    This episode of the Tavern Chat Podcast is brought to you by Frog God Games' Orcus on 34th Level, available exclusively on Indiegogo. Whether you play Swords & Wizardry, 5e or the now resilient Pathfinder, Orcus is waiting for your intrepid party of adventurers. Go to tenkars-tavern.games/Orcus and pick up your copy. Your party will curse you... tel them Tenkar sent you :)

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    E889 - Torchlight is Paying for Accepted Submissions - Woot! Nov 13, 2020

    I've talked with Jeff, Torchlight's layout artist, and needed taskmaster, and we are opening up Torchlight to submissions of Swords & Wizardy material. Email tenkars.tavern@gmail.com and send your pitches.

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    E888 - Talking Crit With Bad Mike & Tenkar, with Special Guest Thom Wilson Nov 12, 2020

    Join Tenkar and Bad Mike, along with Thom Wilson of Throwi Games, as they do a hex crawl through the world of gaming news.

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    E887 - Gary Con 2021 is Cancelled - Suck it Up, Buttercup! - Such is the World of the Pandemic Nov 11, 2020

    Luke Gygax announced that Gary Con XIII was cancelled and is moving to be virtual-only. Such is the current reality of the pandemic.

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    E886 - There is a Disturbance in the Social Media Force - MeWe is Seeing Huge Gains Nov 10, 2020

    I approved over 50 applications to the Dungeons & Dragons MeWe Group so far today (7PM). JoeTheLawyer approved over 100 yesterday. The migration to MeWe has begun...

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    E885 - On Making Magic Weapons Unique (Campaign Design) Nov 09, 2020

    I talk about making magic items, especially weapons, unique and memorable.

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    E884 - Ken Whitman Finds KotDT:LAS Footage He Testified IN COURT was Destroyed Nov 08, 2020

    Ken Whitman, the lying sack of dung, is apparently trying his latest attempt to shake down the KotDT community for more money, claiming he found footage he testified in court was destroyed. Can you say Perjury?

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    E883 - Gamers' Health With Rach & Tenkar - Post Election Mental Health Nov 07, 2020

    We talk empathy for those who see the world from a differing point of view, and stress focusing on the ties that bind us instead of perseverating on our differences. Sadie the Kitty makes and appearance, and a poop ;)

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    E882 - Designing a Campaign from the Bottom Up - The Beginning Nov 06, 2020

    I've decided to kick off a new RPG campaign in the New Year, and the process has begun. Follow along :)

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    E881 - Talking Crit with Bad Mike & Tenkar - The Post Election No Politics Live Chat Nov 05, 2020

    Bad Mike & Tenkar talk about Kickstarter failures and successes, conventions, gamemastering, and more. Oh, and White Castles...

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    E880 - On Social Media, The Cesspool and the Redeeming Ponds Nov 04, 2020

    I follow up on social media, the cesspool that is the main Facebook Feed and Twitter, and the redemption found in Facebook Groups and Discord

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    E879 - The Non Political Politics Episode & the Bane and Boon of Social Media Nov 03, 2020

    Social media is both a bane and a boon these days, and nothing shows its bad side more than the current political environment. Tomorrow is Election Day here in the US. Go out and vote or give up your right to bitch.

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    E878 - Phil Reed’s Latest Kickstarter & His PDF Pricepoint Secret Nov 02, 2020

    Phil Reed has a Kickstarter to support Mork Borg and you can support for all of the content in PDF for as little as a buck. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E877 - Horror & The Expanse TV Series on Amazon Prime - The Perfect Halloween Nov 01, 2020

    I've been binging The Expanse on Amazon Prime. It's my second time through it but Rach's first, and I can see the RPG roots in the characters.

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    E876 - Gamer's Health with Tenkar & Rach - Covid Anxiety & Mental Health - Some Suggestions & a F@ck That Mediation Oct 31, 2020

    We are in the world of Covid and our social connections are suffering. We offer some suggestions and observations to help with anxiety and one's mental health.

    Link to the Fuck That Meditation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92i5m3tV5XY&list=PLmVFHAW7428Mvh3P7LNla3CjWqhO4LFmq&index=1&ab_channel=JasonHeadley

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    E875 - On Old School Thieves & Traps (Hat Tip to The Tavern's Discord Server) Oct 30, 2020

    Right before I recorded this podcast, I dropped into The Tankar's Tavern Discord Server and read a discussion about old school TSR thieves. Thus, this episode...

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    E874 - Talking Crit with Bad Mike & Tenkar - Horror Gaming and More Oct 29, 2020

    Bad Mike & Tenkar talk crit about Dragonlance, Ravenloft, CoC, Gareth, Gryhawk and more.

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    E873 - Where I Talk About a Perfect Halloween Week Adventure - Death, Frost, Doom (LotFP) Oct 28, 2020

    There are many adventures suitable for play during Haloween Week, but the best is probably Death, Frost, Doom from LotFP. Also, pretty much any DCC RPG adventure fits the bill, and you can snag a crapload over on Humble Bundle using this link: https://www.humblebundle.com/books/dungeon-crawl-classics-rpg-goodman-games-books?partner=tenkar

    Note, the above IS an affiliate link and a portion of the sale price will go to support Tavern Chat.

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    E872 - On Horror Gaming (CoC, Chill, Ravenloft, etc) Oct 27, 2020

    Its the week of Halloween and my thoughts have drifted to RPGs such as CoC, Chill, the Ravenloft setting, and more...

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    E871 - What a Cat Taught Me About Running a Sandbox Campaign (and it doesn't have to do with kitty litter) Oct 26, 2020

    We took in Sadie just over a week ago, she was a young stray. We kept her in one room for the first few days, then expanded her world to two more rooms, and then this evening allowed her to explore the rest of the house. It occurred to me it's just like running a sandbox campaign, you start out small with few options and slowly expand the world to many options...

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    E870 - On the First & Only Kickstarter I Contributed Content To Oct 25, 2020

    I talk about Saga of the Splintered Realm, the only Kickstarter I contributed content to.

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    E869 - Gamers' Health - On Pets (and your Emotional, Physical and Spiritual Health) Oct 24, 2020

    Last week Rach and I lost our feline daughter, Ashley. Tonight, we talk about the impact that pets have on our lives and our health.

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    E868 - How to Fix the Anchor Bug re: Adding Favorite Podcast, How to Join The Tavern's Mailing List & No Bards :( Oct 23, 2020

    There is a bug with the Anchor app where many podcasts cannot be found via the search function. If you can't find via search, adding that podcast as a favorite needs a convoluted workaround. Thankfully Vince Florio messaged Anchor customer service to fix it and you can too. Our mailing list is growing fast - join it and catch all the going-ons at The Tavern and beyond.

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    e867 - Talking Crit with Bad Mike & Tenkar, with Special Guest Lloyd Metcalf (Fail Squad Games) Oct 22, 2020

    Join Erik, Mike (NTRPG) & Lloyd as they discuss NTRPG behind the scenes, the Dragonlance lawsuit, and the Dungeon Hobby Shop Museum.

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    E866 - on an OSR Mailing List Oct 21, 2020

    Putting together the barebones of an OSR mailing list to highlight blogs, podcasts, vidcasts, new releases, Kickstarters and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E865 - Weis & Hickman Sue WotC for Breach of Contract Oct 20, 2020

    Margaret Weis & Tracy Hickman are suing WotC for Breach of Contract among other things. I talk about various "threats of legal action." --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E864 - On Trademarks (huge thanks to the Frugal GM) & Some Voicemails Oct 19, 2020

    The Frugal GM broke down the filing for and protections afforded to trademarks, registered or not (and lack thereof) over at tenkarstavern.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E863 - 3rd Quarter Orr Report / Roll20 Numbers & My Thoughts on the Future of D&D 5e Oct 18, 2020

    The 3rd Quarter 2020 Orr Report was released for Roll20, and D&D 5e is still king of the hill. Paizo is splintered and the Dark Ones of CoC are on the rise. Then I look at D&D 5e and where I see it going.

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    E862 - Gamer's Health - Hosted by Laramie - and Beer (Tenkar's Tavern Discord) Oct 17, 2020

    Laramie fills in for Rach & Tenkar tonight. He does so well, he may need to be retained ;)

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    E861 - What is going on with the Dungeon Hobby Shop Museum? Oct 15, 2020

    They claim they can license the old TSR logos for publishers to use. They will be selling rebindings of the PH, UA, and OA as a single volume. They are charging a minimum of 50 bucks a head to play a game at their table. Can anyone fill me in?

    follow up - and its a doozy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDV2b0e0YVk&ab_channel=ErikTenkar

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    E860 - Can There be Too Large a Team for a Kickstarter? 21 Peeps for Nazi Dracula Must Die! Oct 14, 2020

    Does a 30k Kickstarter need a team of 21? I think not.

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    E859 - On Tunnels & Trolls Oct 14, 2020

    I have a special place in my heart for Tunnels & Trolls, and the Corgi releases simply rock!

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    E858 - Keeping Track of Your Thoughts & Ideas Oct 12, 2020

    Chris over at the tenkarstavern.com blog wrote yesterday about how he memorializes his gaming ideas. I talk about methods that have worked for me - and those that haven't.

    youtube.com/eriktenkar


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    E857 - Fireside Chat with Vince Florio, the Podfather of the OSR ;) Oct 11, 2020

    I sit down at the virtual fireplace with Vince Florio, the man behind some of the most popular podcasts in the OSR. This episode is sponsored by Fail Squad Games and their Maximum XP #4 Zine for 5e and 1e. Available on Kickstarter. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lmetcalf/maximum-hp-undead --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E856Virtual VTTs and the Pandemic: Has Your Group Transitioned from Face to Face to Distance Gaming? Oct 10, 2020

    With the Covid-19 pandemic, most face to face activities have been curtailed or discouraged. How has your gaming group adjusted? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E855 - Gamer's Health with Special Guest JoeTheLawyer Oct 10, 2020

    JoeTheLawyer spends time with Tenkar & Rach talking about health, both mental and physical, and how to find inspiration. Oh, and we talk some gaming stuff too ;)

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    E854 - Add The Tavern's YouTube Channel For Your Viewing Pleasure Oct 09, 2020

    The Tavern has had a YouTube Channel for years, and this very podcast is mirrored there. Starting next week I'll be adding Games from the Basement, a retrospective of my game collection from the 1980s to the mix. Additionally, I plan on live streaming some episodes of The Tavern Chat Podcast to enable live feedback. Same with future Fireside Chats.

    So subscribe at YouTube.com/ErikTenkar

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    E853 - Live on Sunday Afternoon, a Fireside Chat with Vince Florio, Father of OSR Podcasting Oct 07, 2020

    I'm sure Vince will disavow being called the Father of OSR Podcasting, but without Vince, there would have been no Roll for Initiative, Save or Die, THAC0's Hammer, The Brainstorm Podcast, and so many others. Vince got me started with podcasting and I'm looking forward to having a Fireside with him to discuss where he's been, where he is, where he is going, and get some opinions from him on the current state of the hobby.

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    E852 - New Kickstarter from Kevin Crawford proves The OSR IS a Viable Market Oct 07, 2020

    Worlds Without Number, a fantasy OSR sandbox RPG and toolbox is live on Kickstarter and has raised over $120k in less than a day.

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    E851 - D&D Care Bear Errata Edition - 5e Removes Racial Stat Penalties Oct 06, 2020

    No more STR penalties for Kobolds or INT penalties for Orcs. Weren't those penalties part of the balance built into the racial package?


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    E850 - Only YOU Can Speak for the OSR Oct 05, 2020

    Yep, and each and every one of you can individually speak for your corner of the OSR, be it game style, rules, politics, or whatnot. Don't let irrelevant tards speak for you. Vote in your local and national elections

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    E849 - You Put Your Politics into Our RPG! - My Thoughts on D&D4Dems Oct 04, 2020

    There's an interesting attempt to use D&D to gather votes in TX-31. I offer my thoughts on it.

    Call the show and leave a message at 347-509-5168

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    E848 - Gamer's Health - WTF is up with the Cost of Prescription Meds? Oct 03, 2020

    I'm thankful my prescription plans cover most of the cost of my meds, but the suggested retail of price of some f these meds is rediculous..

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    E847 - Is That a Pound of Coins in Your Pocket or Are You Just Happy to See Me? Oct 02, 2020

    We follow up episode 846 with a voicemail and some comments about coinage in AD&D.

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    E846 - Are Coins in AD&D Too Heavy? Oct 01, 2020

    80 quarters to a pound. 96 silver Roman coins to a pound. 10 Gold Pieces to a pound in AD&D 1e. WTF?

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    E845 - A Retrospective - ScrollWorks, Iridia and the current The Tolling of the Great Black Bell Sep 30, 2020

    Christian Walker is my inspiration for whenever I feel like my tank is empty. Read his new zine at the great Blackwell.blogspot.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E844 - The Old School Gaming Forums are Live - and fully embeddable Sep 29, 2020

    The Old School Gaming forums are live on the Tenkarstavern.com home page and can be embedded on any website. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E843 - One Forum to Serve them all, and Let the Light Shine on Them Sep 28, 2020

    I’m trying to figure out a way to have one forum that is accessed via multiple blogs and website. I’m THIS close. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E842 - What Ever Happened to the Dream of Swords? Sep 27, 2020

    In June of 2019 the latest schism in the OSR was Sword Dream? Whatever happened to it? Tavern Chat has seen a HUGE spike in downloads over the last few days. If your new to the show, call and tell us how you found Tavern Chat 347 509 5168 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E841 - Gamers’ Health for 9/25/2020 - Yoga and Heart Healthy Recipies Sep 26, 2020

    Rach talks some yoga and Tenkar talks some heart healthy recipies. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E840 - The Ties that Bind Us are Stronger than the Differences We may Have Sep 25, 2020

    It’s a stressful time, between the pandemic and social unrest here in the states. Our commonalities, our love of gaming, bring us together. Cherish those ties. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E839 - HeroQuest Coming Back? Sign Me Up! Sep 24, 2020

    News - The Return of HeroQuest, crowdfunded on Hasbro’s own website. TotalCon is going virtual in 2021 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E838 - Further Smack Talk About Live Play Podcasts, JoeTheLawyer Counterpoints Sep 23, 2020

    JoeTheLawyer talks about some of the finer points of live play podcasts. Jason talks about why we don’t talk politics. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E837 - I Rant About Live Play Podcasts - and Other Goodies Sep 22, 2020

    Yep, I rant about live play podcasts. Oh, and Happy Jacks. And D&D Weekend... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E836 - Why I’m Not. Huge Fan of Supers RPGs - and there is a new Batman RPG in the Works Sep 21, 2020

    I’ve never been a huge fan of Supers RPGs and I never own the Marvel Supers Game. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E835 - Anchor Played Me like a Fool Sep 20, 2020

    I received 7 notifications last night for 3 Anchor Sponsorships that weren’t true sponsorships. I am, however, offering direct sponsorships. Email tenkars.tavern@gmail.com for details --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E834 - Yoga & Biking - Oh My! Sep 19, 2020

    Rach kicked off her 300 hr yoga instructor training tonight, then we assembled the new bike :) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E833 - How Kickstarters Control Costs Sep 18, 2020

    Voicemails from Joe and Jason. Kickstarter is market research. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E832 - Why Print on Demand is an Industry Saver Sep 17, 2020

    Remember the D20 Implosion, where gaming companies went under with pallets of unsold gaming books? Print on Demand protects against such, as does releasing books via Kickstarter --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E831 - Do Your Players Tell You “NO!”? Sep 15, 2020

    I read. Post on Facebook where one of the players told their DM “no, it didn’t happen that way”. Has that happened to you? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E830 - How to Promote your Kickstarter Sep 15, 2020

    Morris on ENWorld has a surprisingly good article on promoting your kickstarter from 9/13/2020. I comment on his ideas and give some of my own. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E829 - Playing AD&D 1e at a Local Con in 1986 Sep 14, 2020

    Back in 1986, I played a session of 1e at a convention held at Columbia University. My high level Druid ensured I would never be invited back... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E828 - Back in the GM Saddle for the Frog God Gaming Weekend Sep 13, 2020

    I ran my first RPG session since TotalCon in February this afternoon and it felt good :) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    R827 - Gamers’ Health - 9-11, Health Updated, Mental & Emotional Health and Yoga Sep 12, 2020

    Today is the 19th anniversary of 9-11. Rach and I talk my recent health updates, Mental and emotional health. Oh, an yoga :) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E826 - Roll 20s 1st Quarter Report Sep 11, 2020

    I missed the 1st quarter Orr Report from back n May 2020. Interesting numbers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E825 - Swords & Wizardry Continual Light is Today’s Deal of the Day - I Talk SWL Sep 10, 2020

    Swords & Wizardry Light was my retirement project. It was a pleasant challenge. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E824 - Joe the Lawyer Calls with his Own Mail Order Hobby Shop Story Sep 09, 2020

    Joe the Layer calls and does a Matt Jackson I follow up with my own D&D is Satan story ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E823 - Kotaku.UK is No More - Also, My Mail Order Hobby Shop Story Sep 08, 2020

    I shed no tears at the demise of Kotaku.UK. Sadly, the Kotaku.com site still exists. Also, memory lane with the Mail Order Hobby Shop --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E822 - AD&D 1e - Someone Explain Weapon Speed & Multiple Attacks Please ;) Sep 07, 2020

    I’ve never understood how weapon speed impacts tied initiative. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E821 - The Boys are Back in Town Sep 06, 2020

    Season 2 of The Boys is on Amazon Prime. Damn it has started out good! Also, a Gamer’s Health voicemail --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E820 - Gamers’ Health with Rachel & Tenkar - If Tenkar Can do it, so Can You Sep 05, 2020

    This has been a busy week, with 3 doc appointments in the bag. Don’t be like Tenkar, and wait until you are on Death’s Door to address your health. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E819 - WotC is Having a D&D Celebration Weekend 9/18-9/20 Sep 04, 2020

    Want to sit in on some D&D related seminars? Here’s Your chance --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E818 - Old School Humble Bundle - Swords & Wizardry, Castles & Crusades, Barrowmaze, and More Sep 03, 2020

    The OSR makes a huge splash on Humble Bundle. Huge vale for as little as a buck. Go to Tenkar tavern.com if you want to support The Tavern with your purchase :) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E817 - Rach has a Gamers’ Health Project in the works and the Return of the Midnight Setting Sep 02, 2020

    Rach is going to complete her 500 hr Yoga Instructor training starting later this month, with the intent of offering Zoom Yoga classes online to the community starting 2021. The Midnight setting from 3.0 will be returning for 5.0. I loved that setting. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E816 - Tenkar & Rach discuss Gareth Skarka and his latest project - Star System Sep 01, 2020

    Holy F! Gareth is nearly 9 years late with Far West, yet he’s working a new project to separate fools from their money. He makes Ken Whitman look good. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E815 - On AD&D 1e Aug 31, 2020

    DM Dan calls the show and asks about the AD&D 1e podcast that never got off the ground --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E814 - On ENworld as a House Organ, Is 5e Coming to a End, and Nine Lives (Less 5 or so) Aug 30, 2020

    It appears to e that as ENworld has turned into a bit of a house organ it has lost some of its luster (and web traffic). With the latest survey from WotC, is this a sign of the end of 5e? Were your bartender a cat, he’d already have buried off about 5 lives, more or less. I’ve been told not to count them ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E813 - Gamers’ Health - Tenkar’s Post Hospitalization Update Aug 29, 2020

    I’ve been MIA since last Saturday, as I passed out after having outdoor lunch at my local pub. I explain what happened, what I learned and what I need to do going forward. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E812 - Follow-Up on the Combat Wheelchair - We have an Email Aug 23, 2020

    We have an email regarding the combat wheelchair and I do a follow up. I tip my toes into politics and offend both sides. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E811 - Gamers’ Health - The Importance of Pets to Emotional Health Aug 22, 2020

    Today Rach and I talk about pets and how they help maintain emotional health. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E810 - The Return of Grognardia and Why Role-play a Type 2 Diabetic with Congestive Heart Failure? Aug 21, 2020

    Grognardia is back. James Mail is posting again! The combat wheelchair is all the rage - but isn’t role playing meant for escapism? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E809 - JoeTheLawyer Calls - Virtual Gaming has Some Unexpected Cons Aug 19, 2020

    JoeTheLawyer calls the show in regards to virtual conventions and virtual gaming --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E808 - We Are Living in a Virtual World and I’ma Virtual Gamer & Con Attendee Aug 19, 2020

    We are learning in the midst of Covid that many jobs that were previously in office space can now be done from home. Same, to some extent, with conventions. What do we need to do to make virtual conventions more real? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E807 - I’m asked a Question - What is the OSR and the OGL Aug 18, 2020

    Apocalypse Nerd called the show and asked me to explain what the OSR is and what the OGL is. I do my best to answer... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E806 - Fireside Chat with Rob Conley (Bat in the Attic) Aug 17, 2020

    Rob and I talk Kickstarter, blogs, Blackmarsh and more!

    --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support
    E805 - Fireside Chat with Tom Knaus (Frog God Games) Aug 15, 2020

    Fireside Chat's return with Tom Knaus as a special guest.

    Edit - this recording was horrid. I'm in slow motion - listen at your own risk

    --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support
    E804 - Gamers Health - Cooking with Tenkar and Rach Aug 15, 2020

    I made a chicken stir-fry for dinner tonight. Low carb and low sodium. Eating healthy can also mean eating well. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E803 - Follow Up to Yesterday’s Episode - Play Stupid Games, Win Stupid Prizes Aug 14, 2020

    Yep, thanks to my pointing out the nonsensical phrase added to the end of the item description, I’ve now been labeled a Fascist & a Marxist. Woot! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E802 - When is “All Cops Are Bastards” a Valid Part of a Product Description at OneBookshelf? Aug 12, 2020

    Today’s Deal of the Day is an otherwise forgettable release that snuck in the line “All Cops Are Bastards” at the end of the product description. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E801 - He-Man the RPG is going to be a Thing Aug 12, 2020

    Masters of the universe is going to be an RPG. I kid you not. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E800 - Troll Lord Games is 20 Years Old Today Aug 11, 2020

    Now I furl old Troll Lord Games is 20 years old today. Castles & Crusades was my return to fantasy gaming --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E799 - Majestic Fantasy RPG Launches on Kickstarter Aug 10, 2020

    Rob Conley’s Majestic Fantasy RPG went live on Kickstarter today and it has already funded --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E798 - Flying Buffalo Does the Right Thing, Onyx Path accused of doing Wrong Aug 09, 2020

    FBI has updated PDFs with a notation explaining it has changed spell names and Onyx Path accused of racism and blacklisting --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E797 Gamer's Health - August 5th, 2020 - Laramie Calls In Aug 08, 2020

    Its a Friday, and Rach and Tenkar are back with another Gamer's Health episode.

    --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support
    E796 - Google+ Class Action Lawsuit Settlement - Buy a Man a Beer Aug 07, 2020

    Google has proposed a $7.5 million settlement in the class action lawsuit filed due to security bugs. Filing takes 30 seconds. Do so. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E795 - Why the Dearth of Guests & Fireside Chats Aug 06, 2020

    There has been a distinct lack of guests on Tavern Chat this year. I speak on why that is... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E794 - MegaDungeons & Funhouse Dungeons - How I Differentiate Between the Two Aug 05, 2020

    I was asked to define my difference between megadungeons and funhouse dungeons and surprisingly I find more overlap than expected --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E793 - I Muse on Megadungreons Aug 04, 2020

    Courtney has me thinking mega dungeons. Oh my... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E792 - OSR Ennies Winner!?! & Anchor, Is This Thing On? Aug 03, 2020

    It looks like an OSR release won the Ennies Game of the Year. Anchor may be having issues crediting its own downloads --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E791 - Fixing Pages and a T&T Update Aug 02, 2020

    We have a voicemail from Tim showing me how to get Pages working as I want it. Ken St Andre sent me a PM to explain what happened with the T&T reprints --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E790 - Gamers’ Health - Turning 53 and Low Sodium Chili that Rocks! Aug 01, 2020

    I turned 53 yesterday. Wasn’t sure I’d get there. My Mrs Dash Chili riff was amazing. Healthy and yummy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E789 - Flying Buffalo Changes Offensive Material in Reprints of Earlier Editions of Tunnels & Trolls Jul 31, 2020

    Yessa Massa has be exorcised from earlier editions of Tunnels & Trolls without indications of such changed --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E788 - Tracking Torchlight Sales Numbers Reveals Suprises Jul 29, 2020

    I’ve been tracking the sales of the premiere issue of Torchlight since last night’s release, and the numbers have revealed the importance of community to driving sales numbers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E787 - A True Story and WotC Changes a Story Jul 28, 2020

    I reminisce about my early days on the OSR community. And I talk about WotC’s revamping of Ravenloft. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E786 - Art is Often Undervalued and Underpaid in the RPG Industry Jul 28, 2020

    Art is something I have no talent in, and I’m happy to support artists within the industry. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E785 - Art Kerfuffle & Torchlight Heads to the Editor Jul 27, 2020

    There was a disturbance in the gaming art world earlier today. In the midst of all that, Torchlight’s layout completed and the final version was sent to the editor. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E784 - Designing Adventure - Which Comes First, the Hook or the Map? Jul 26, 2020

    As I write adventures for the Torchlight Zine, I share my method and describe my process of thought. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E783 - Gamer’s Health - Laramie calls in - Fake Pasta for the Win Jul 25, 2020

    Laramie left a message with some pointers on exercise and eating healthy. I experimented with Skinny Pasta and it was surprisingly good. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E782 - Building Your Community is not an Overnight Endeavor Jul 24, 2020

    During tonight's weekly Tavern Chat hangout on The Tavern's Discord server, we talked about how success in creative endeavors is n ot an overnite activity and must be earned over time. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E781 - How Gaming Can Help You Retire Jul 22, 2020

    I dont think many of those involved in the gaming industry have awesome retirement plans, but creating gaming material can help on retire from normal employment. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E780 - The Rekindling of Torchlight Jul 22, 2020

    The Torchlight Zine has stalled in the past, but it looks like it may release by the end of the month. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E779 - Odds & Prayers - Supporting Our Gamer Family Jul 21, 2020

    Cancer is a biatch, and is hitting our community hard. Fuck cancer. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E778 - Free RPG Day is July 25th Jul 20, 2020

    Free RPG Day is July 25th, 2020 and the available trinkets are not so Grognard friendly --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E777 - Thinking Zines & Talking Crit Jul 19, 2020

    The Town Watch sourcebook may become a multi-issue zine. Torchlight may source from OGL work at The Tavern. Talking Crit comes next week with special guest Greg Gillespie --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E776 - Gamer’s Health with Tenkar & Rach Jul 18, 2020

    We talk eating healthy but home and dining out. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E775 - Talking Crit with Bad Mike & Tenkar (soon to be an independent podcast!) Jul 16, 2020

    Bad Mike & Tenkar talk LotFP, WotC disclaimers and more. Starting next week Talking Crit will be its own podcast with special guests.


    --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support
    E774 - Voicemail and Blog Comments, Oh My! Jul 15, 2020

    We have voicemail and blog comments regarding LotFP. Oh my.

    --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support
    E773 - JoeTheLawyer Laments and the Thousand Fans Theory Jul 15, 2020

    JoeTheLawyer questions ordering LotFP product to guarantee the LotFP Ref Book. I talk about whether the Thousand Fans Theory can dig James out of this hole. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E772 - LotFP is Over $100k in Debt - Doors May Close by End of Summer Jul 13, 2020

    Burdened by government loans, slammed by the Zak S unpersoning, pummeled by the pandemic, LotFP is in desperate times. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E771 - Maintaining Connections with the Gaming Community During the Pandemic Jul 13, 2020

    When I wasn’t gaming in the late 90s, early 00s, Christian Walkers zines kept me connected to the gaming community. How do you connect during the pandemic? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E770 - The Failings of Facebook or Lockdown Lunacy Jul 12, 2020

    With the Covid lockdowns continuing folks are getting personal and confrontational on Facebook and other social media. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E769 - Gamers Health with Rach & Tenkar - Quick Meals Jul 11, 2020

    Rach & Tenkar talk quick but healthly meals and snacks. Flavor is god. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E768 - Bonus - WotC Expains their Recent Disclaimer on Legacy releases was only the First Step Jul 09, 2020

    WotC apologized for its disclaimer, then promised it was only the first step...

    edit - content initially missing

    --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support
    E767 - Talking Crit with Bad Mike, Old Man Gorgnard & Tenkar - WotC Inflicts Critical Wound on Self Jul 09, 2020

    We talk about the ongoing troubles within WotC, their latest disowning of legacy releases, protecting your accounts on social media and more.

    --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support
    E766 - Rant - My D&D is Forever Damned Jul 08, 2020

    WotC should take a close look at their current workplace environment before damning those that worked on earlier editions. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E765 - Bonus Episode - WotC Adds Disclaimer to Legacy Releases at DMs Guild Jul 07, 2020

    Yep, WotC has just labeled its legacy releases as potentially morally wrong --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E764 - The Secret Critical Role Fire Jul 07, 2020

    The Secret Fire is on sale. Critical Role investigation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E763 - A Plethora of GURPS PDFs Jul 07, 2020

    There is a GURPS Kickstarter and yes, many jobs define retirement as “work till you drop” --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E762 - Readdressing the HP Lovecraft Issue Jul 05, 2020

    I received a communication taking issue with my HP Lovecraft position that he was a product of the times --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E761 - Independence Day - Duck & Cover Jul 05, 2020

    Despite whatever faults it might have, the US is still the best out Ryan in the world. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E760 - Gamer’s Health - The King, Yoga and the Pursuit of Happiness Jul 04, 2020

    Rach and I talk Burger King, cookies, moderation, yoga and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E759 - The OSR Wasteland of Ennies Nominations Jul 02, 2020

    It’s a small list of OSR / OSR adjacent ennies nominees. Also, judging work separately from the creator. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E758 - Throwing Rubber Bricks at Gail? I think not Jul 02, 2020

    Gail Gygax claims I called her the “C” word and threatened to throw bricks at her. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E757 - Gail NEVER filed a will when Gary died. Luke’s filing is the first... Jun 30, 2020

    Wow. Gail Gygax attempted to air a bunch of dirty laundry on the Gygax children, but what was revealed about Gail is more striking. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E756 - Push to Pull Oriental Adventures from DM’s Guild for Asian Sterotypes Jun 30, 2020

    BoardGameGeek acquires TableTop.Events and social media calls for UA 1e to be removed from the DM’s Guild for Asian stereotypes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E755 - YouTube, Jim Ward and Alignments Jun 29, 2020

    Tavern Chat on YouTube (with subtitles), Jim Ward opines on humanoid alignments. And I think about Lawful Orcs --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E754 - I Find Some Overlooked Details in the Current War of Wills of the Gygax Estate Jun 27, 2020

    Gail is contesting the Will because it leaves some items to my siblings, Ernest Gary Gygax Jr. Elise' Gygax-Cousino Heidi Gygax Cindy Gygax, including the rights to his legacy after Gail passes away. - Very Interesting --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E753 - Gamer’s Health for June 26 - Eating Out and More Jun 27, 2020

    Low Blood Sugar, finding fast food you can eat while watching your sodium, cooking tacos and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E752 - Looking to Crowdsource a Town Watch / City Guard Sourcebook Jun 26, 2020

    Looking for current / former / retired law enforcement officers to participate in a crowdsourced project.

    --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support
    E751 - 5e Live-stream Hours Viewed up 1100% 2018 to 2019 - 2020 May Have Passed That Jun 24, 2020

    5e live-stream hour views up over 11 fold 2018 to 2019. With Covid, 2020 may blow that away. Oh, and humanoids are dropping alignment from their stat box --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E750 - Paizo Disowns its Upcoming City Watch Themed Adventure Path Jun 24, 2020

    Paizo felt it necessary to apologize for its upcoming, city watch / detective noir themed AP. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E749 - Why I Love Tunnels & Trolls Jun 23, 2020

    T&T is currently available on Bundle of Holding, and includes both the first and latest editions. The first edition might not be acceptable these days... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E748 - How Far Back will WotC Retcon? Jun 22, 2020

    WotC is retconing some 5e titles to address stereotypes. Will they go back to earlier editions? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E747 - Practice Safe Social Mediaing - Secure Your Passwords Jun 21, 2020

    It’s easy to get your social media accounts hacked, its hard to get them back at times --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E746 - Gamer’s Health June 19th, 2020 Jun 20, 2020

    Rach and I talk spice, omelets, tummy tucks and more --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E745 - Bad Mike & Tenkar Talk Crit Jun 19, 2020

    Bad Mike and I talk NTRPG Con, Role Con, Games' Health, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E744 - GAMA loses 100k, Don’t Give Up the Ship public domain Jun 18, 2020

    GAMA lost 100k in 2019. Don’t Give Up the ship is public domain, possibly Chainmail too. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E743 - role & play - the quarter million dollar kickstarter Jun 17, 2020

    Roll & play had a funding goal of about 1200, and is now at nearly a quarter million dollars. This should be a fun rike --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E742 - drizzt was the death knell of d&d Jun 16, 2020

    Drow, orcs are no longer evil. Because feelings --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E741 - Picking Nuggets of Wisdom from Owen Stephens’ Ramblings Jun 15, 2020

    Owen KC Stephens’ father ramblings and complaints were shared earlier on ENWorld --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E740 - Grab. The 5e Humble Bundle & Origins cancels for October Jun 14, 2020

    There is a 5e bundle on humble bundle https://www.humblebundle.com/books/5th-edition-dungeons-mazes-barrows-books?partner=tenkar this is an affiliate link --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E739 - Gamer’s Health Returns - Cook Like Tenkar ;) Jun 13, 2020

    The secret to eating healthy is to cook for yourself and to use satisfying flavors. You wont cheat if you enjoy what you eat --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E738 - origins online con cancelled Jun 11, 2020

    The Origins Online Convention, which was to be next weekend (6/19-21) was cancelled for not supporting BLM quickly enough --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E737 - why SWL? Jun 11, 2020

    I had many reasons behind the design goals of swl - being usable by those with vision deficits was on of them --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E736 - stretching the self publishing dollar Jun 10, 2020

    stock art, the gift that keeps on giving --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E735 - you’ll always be under appreciated and under paid Jun 09, 2020

    Owen KC Stephens likes to complain. Reality is painful --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E734 - Role - the future of VTTs? Jun 08, 2020

    Role is a new VTT / matching service kickstarting right now. Is it the future of gaming?’ https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/role/role-a-new-kind-of-platform-for-the-rpg-community --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E733 - the gamer health podcast - episode #2 Jun 07, 2020

    A personal retrospective of this past week for Rach & Erik --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E732 - Talking Crit with Bad Mike & Tenkar - NTRPG Con Day One Jun 05, 2020

    NTRPG Con is a mash of in-person and virtual this year due to Covid. Join Bad Mike and me as we catch up on recent events.

    --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support
    E731 - free rpg day - July 25th Jun 04, 2020

    Details for free rpg day 2020 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E730 - last Stent went well Jun 03, 2020

    I am healthy and grateful. And disturbed by the current unrest. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E729 - why I am loath to block on social media, but will Jun 01, 2020

    I blocked a publishing acquaintance on FB tonight, and it was refreshing --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E728 - Real Life Riots May 31, 2020

    I wanted to talk gaming, but real life events have intervened. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E727 - Gamer’s Health Ep:1 May 30, 2020

    Rach and I kick off the Gamer’s Health podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E726 - Ramblings of the Tavern Keeper May 28, 2020

    Ramble on with plans for June --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E725 - NTRPG Con to go as Scheduled Next Week May 27, 2020

    Texas is allowing events like NTRPG Con tp proceed. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E724 -GameHole Con 2020 is Cancelled May 26, 2020

    Covid 19 strikes again. GameHole Con is cancelled. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E723 - There is a Second Gygax Will Filed in the Courts May 24, 2020

    Luke was filed a will allegedly written by his father Gary AFTER the will Gail is operating on. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E722 - Gen Con Cancellation Announcement May 24, 2020

    Gen Con 2020 is cancelled, but will be online. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E721 - Episode Zero of the Gamer's Health Podcast May 23, 2020

    Rach and I present episode Zero of the Gamer's Health podcast. Paying it forward.


    --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support
    E720 - Back Home - Empty of Piss but Still Full of Vinegar May 22, 2020

    I’m home and full of ideas, and vinegar... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E719 - This Piggy Went Wee Wee Wee... May 13, 2020

    I’ve got days of pissing before we can address blockages in the heart --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E718 - Coulda Gone Better May 13, 2020

    But at least we have a follow up MRI tomorrow. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E717 - CSIO Update - What About Bob? May 11, 2020

    Ah, more excuses from Bob II --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E716 - Thank You for the Support May 11, 2020

    Night 3 in St Francis Heart Hospital --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E715 - Hospitalized, Again May 10, 2020

    Yep, your bartender is back in the hospital. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E714 - Where's the Beef? 1 in 5 Wendy's Has No Beef May 06, 2020

    Wendy's is suffering supply issues due to the pandemic.

    https://www.cnn.com/2020/05/05/business/wendys-beef-shortage/index.html

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    E713 - Kickstarter Looking to Downsize 45% of Its Workforce May 04, 2020

    Kickstarter's business is down 35% and is looking to downsize by 45%.

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    E712 - Why D&D Diseases are Abstract May 04, 2020

    Health updates and disease in D&D.

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    E711 - Free Castles & Crusades and Dirt Cheap in Print Necromancer Games May 02, 2020

    Free C&C? Say it isnt so ;)

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    E710 - Updates on Gen Con and COVID-19 May 02, 2020

    Gen Con is delaying both the release of the event catalog and the opening of event registration.

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    E709 - Mike Mearls is Out - Ray Winninger is In Apr 29, 2020

    Mike Mearls is off the D&D RPG team and has been since 2019. https://www.enworld.org/threads/ray-winninger-is-head-of-d-d-rpg-team-mike-mearls-no-longer-works-on-rpg.671785/ Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server https://discord.gg/XnarbJq Tenkar's Tavern Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/tenkarstavern/ Voicemail # ‪(347) 509-5168‬ Support The Tavern www.amazon.com/shop/eriktenkar (affiliate link) https://ko-fi.com/tenkar https://www.patreon.com/tenkarstavern tenkarstavern.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E708 - Brainstorming and Seeking Advice on Running a PbP Game Apr 28, 2020

    As I currently don't have the stamina to play in a four-hour game session, let lone GM one. So I'm thinking of running. play by pot cam[aign.

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    E707 - News - Marmoreal Tomb Beta Release in Digital to Kickstarter Backers Apr 27, 2020

    As it says on the tin.

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    E706 - Temple of Elemental Evil Reincarnated Announce (Goodman) Apr 27, 2020

    Temple of Elemental Evil announced as the latest in the Goodman Games Original Adventures Reincarnated line.

    https://goodman-games.com/blog/2020/04/24/announcing-temple-of-elemental-evil-as-6th-volume-in-our-original-adventures-reincarnated-line/

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    E705 - Comparing WotC, ENWorld and Tenkar's Tavern Demographics Apr 26, 2020

    What do demographics reveal? You may just be surprised.

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    E704 - Bits & Pieces of Random Gaming News Apr 24, 2020

    Bits & Pieces of Random Gaming News

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    E703 - Yarr! Yet Another Successful yet Failed Kickstarter Apr 23, 2020

    Glen calls in to talk about Yarr!

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    E702 - Judges Guild has No Respect for its CSIO Kickstarter Backers Apr 23, 2020

    Bob Bledsoe the Second is a piece of excrement. Gail is still a loon. Kickstarter now allows for anonymous requests for updates.

    https://www.judgesguild.com/store1/

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    E701 - Kickstarter Sees 35% Drop in Projects, Layoffs on the Horizon Apr 21, 2020

    Kickstarter is suffering from the pandemic. Business is hurting. Layoffs looming.

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    E700 - Tavern Chat Breaks into the Top 100 Game Podcasts on Apple Podcasts Apr 21, 2020

    Woot!

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    E699 - As a Creator, Why Would You Agree to Give Up Your Rights? Apr 20, 2020

    Paizo announced a "Community Use Policy Applicable to Non-Commercial Activity" in September of 2019, but its become a bit more relevant in the downtime of the pandemic.

    https://paizo.com/community/communityuse?fbclid=IwAR2xyS7R62xT90QI-o2088lud7jdwJHJpxY4hTOv97rjLJd8IGySTTtE1BI

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    E698 - Can We Talk Gaming on Social Media Please? Apr 19, 2020

    Even in the midst of a pandemic, my social media feeds are full of politics. Sigh.

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    E697 - Covid-19 Updates from DriveThruRPG and Green Ronin Apr 18, 2020

    DriveThruRPG and Green Ronin give Covid-19 updates.

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    E696 - Postage and PDF Pricing Redux Apr 17, 2020

    Voicemails on postage and PDF pricing.

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    E695 - What Are Your Guilty Pleasures on Cable TV? Apr 16, 2020

    With the whole "shelter in place " I find myself watching more TV than ever in my adult life...

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    E694 - I Rant about Green Ronin Apr 15, 2020

    Chris Pramas believes game designers need Universal Basic Income. I disagree.

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    E693 - Fantasy Grounds Sessions Surge by 150% Due to Pandemic Apr 14, 2020

    March 2020 saw a 150% increase in game sessions played via Fantasy Grounds. That is with half a month of "Stay at Home" and "Social Distancing"

    https://www.fantasygrounds.com/forums/entry.php?389-Top-RPG-Games-on-Fantasy-Grounds-through-2020-03

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    E692 - Talking Community on Easter Sunday Apr 13, 2020

    Laramie calls in to talk community and VTT gaming.

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    E691 - Adjusting to the New Reality Apr 12, 2020

    It’s finally time to admit that I no longer have access to my desktop most days --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E690 - More Social, Less Distancing via Online Apr 11, 2020

    How we are coping with social distancing and the move online.

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    E689 - Origins Game Fair Postponed to October, Online Con in June Apr 10, 2020

    Origins Game Fair postponed to October. An online con will replace the original weekend.

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    E688 - VTTs are Surging in Popularity due to Social Distancing and Stay at Home Orders Apr 09, 2020

    Thre is an excellent article at SyFy talking about the surge in VTT users.

    https://www.syfy.com/syfywire/dungeons-dragons-roll20-fantasy-grounds-virtual-tabletop-online-coronavirus

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    E687 - Con Crud - The Resurrection Apr 08, 2020

    Yep, 4 weeks after diagnosis, my pneumonia has resulted in a secondary infection. Joy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E686 - Is It a Good Time to Add New Gamers to the Fold? Apr 05, 2020

    With "shelter in place" orders covering 90% of the US population, is now a good time to add new gamers to the fold?

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    E685 - Why I Think RPGs with Simpler Rules are Going to Thrive Apr 05, 2020

    With much of the gaming world and gaming conventions moving online during the pandemic I suspect simpler rule systems are going to thrive.

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    E684 - Some Bing-able On Demand Ideas for Those under Stay at Home Orders Apr 03, 2020

    Some HBOis currently free on-demand. Conan, the Cartoon.

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    E683 - How Much is Too Much for a PDF? Apr 03, 2020

    At what price point do you balk at paying for a PDF gaming product?

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    E682 - Is it Time for 3d Printing? Apr 02, 2020

    I'm stuck home and the idea of a 3d printer is getting very tempting...

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    E681 - Brian Blume: RIP - I Suspect DriveThruRPG is Having a Spike in Sales Mar 31, 2020

    Brian Blume, one of the early founders of TSR has passed. My affiliate earnings have spiked on DriveThruRPG and I suspect sales are spiking for DTRPG in general.

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    E680 - Podcast Listenership has Taken a Hit with the Stay at Home Instructions Mar 30, 2020

    I've lost about 20% of the podcast listeners due to a certain lack of commuting.

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    E679 - Will Gaming Conventions Migrate to Online Platforms in the Future? Mar 30, 2020

    What with "social distancing" and "stay at home" orders in effect, who is really looking forward to staying at a hotel or a crowded convention anytime soon?

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    E678 - Diamond Distributors / Alliance Game Distributors Shutter for Length of Pandemic Mar 29, 2020

    Diamond Distributors / Alliance Game Distributors are closing their doors for the length of the pandemic. Game stores were already having tough times surviving. This might be the final straw.

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    E677 - Basic Roleplaying has an OGL Now Mar 28, 2020

    BRPG has an OGL. SWCL is now PWYW. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E676 - Paizo Con 2020 falls victim to the Pandemic Mar 27, 2020

    Paizo Con 2020 is canceled due to the CV-19 pandemic.

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    E675 - Tabletop Events is Closing Shop on May 1st... or Is It? Mar 26, 2020

    Tabletop Events (the service nearly all conventions use to schedule events and take your cash) has announced that due to CV-19 and all conventions being canceled, they are closing up shop on May 1sr, 2020. Or maybe...

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    E674 - Another Kickstarter Down and Picard for free Mar 24, 2020

    The Midderlands 5e Kickstarter was canceled to launch again later this year. Picard for free for a month https://bit.ly/PicardGift

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    E673 - Kickstarters are Being Impacted by the Worldwide Pandemic Mar 24, 2020

    Kickstarters are being canceled. Others are being impacted by the shutdown of printers and factories.

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    E672 - Corona Virus 19 - We Are All in this Together - Leave No One Behind Mar 23, 2020

    People in our community are handling CV-19 in different ways. Some are stressed. Some are scared. Some are simply going stir crazy with the "Stay at home" restrictions in many states. No one should feel they are alone.

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    E671 - Tim Shorts Wrongfully Opines on Critical Hits & I Rebut ;P Mar 22, 2020

    Tim Shorts - Gothridge Manor - calls in with his totally wrong opinion on critical hits.

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    E670 - Why Critical Hits are not a Critical Part of my RPG Sessions Mar 21, 2020

    I like to tinker and house rule, but I no longer play with critical hits or the like. Let me tell you why.

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    E669 - On VTTs Mar 20, 2020

    We discussed some VTTs on this evening's weekly Tavern Chat hangout over on Discord. Which got me talking about VTTs ;)

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    E668 - Free Stuff for Those Stuck at Home Mar 19, 2020

    What do you do when you are stuck at home because of the pandemic.

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    E667 - Saint Patrick's Day will Never Be the Same Mar 18, 2020

    Today is St Patricks Day, but you'd never know it in NYC.

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    E666 - I Peek at Hexanomicon #1 Mar 17, 2020

    Hexanomicon #1 is a sandbox campaign creator, technically for the DCC RPG but really usable with any OSR campaign. I may just run this as a pick up one night in Tavern After Hours.

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    E665 - Tavern After Hours - 24/7 Voice Chat Channel on the Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server Mar 16, 2020

    Introducing the Tavern After Hours 24/7 voice channel on The Tavern's Discord Server.

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    E664 - Shall We Play a "Virtual" Game? Mar 15, 2020

    Roll 20. Astral. Fantasy Grounds. The CV-19 Era may be the time that VTTs truly flourish.

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    E663 - Gary Con Canceled, No CV-19 and Voicemails Mar 14, 2020

    Luke announced the canceling of Gary Con earlier tonight. Earlier tonight I got the CV-19 test results - negative - I do not have it! Woot! And voicemails.

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    E662 - Voicemails from the ICU and what is the Test for CV? Mar 11, 2020

    I’m in the ICU with pneumonia awaiting the results of my CV test --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E661 - Power Word Pneumonia Mar 11, 2020

    I’m in the ER with pneumonia. Go figure. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E660 - Am I Feeling Better? I Disbelieve! Mar 10, 2020

    Your ill bartender is feeling moderately better today. Chicago Wiz calls in to talk Illusionists and illusions.

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    E659 - Not so Silent on Psionics in AD&D 1e Mar 09, 2020

    What's more broken than Bards? Psionics!

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    E658 - Some Stats & Demographics regarding the Tavern Chat Podcast Mar 08, 2020

    What app do half of the listeners of The Tavern Chat listen via? What devices do they use? Where are they from? Let's find out!

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    E657 - More Broken AD&D 1e - Illusionists Mar 07, 2020

    What's nearly as broken as Bards in 1e? Illusionists...

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    E656 - Bards in 1e - Breaking Rules to Break the Rules Mar 06, 2020

    Earlier tonight was the weekly Tavern Chat hangout on the Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server. At one point, we talked AD&D 1e Bards. Oh Boy!

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    E655 - Anyone Else Bing on the Reaper Bones Minis? Mar 05, 2020

    With eyes wide open, I backed the first few Reaper Bones Minis Kickstarter. Sadly, I will never use them.

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    E654 - I Haven't Painted Minis in over 25 Years - So Why Do I still Buy Them? Mar 04, 2020

    Even when I did paint minis, I wasn't very good at it ;)

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    E653 - More on the Face Folio Mar 03, 2020

    Goblin's Henchman calls in with a bit more on the Face Folio. and yes, I'm still feeling like shit...

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    E652 - Why I Prefer Inspirational Material over Prepackaged Material Mar 02, 2020

    I prefer inspirational material that I can drop into a campaign over prepackaged material that I need to shoehorn into my campaign.

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    E651 - I am not Savvy with Savage Worlds Mar 01, 2020

    Glen calls the show in reference to Savage Worlds.

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    E650 - Why Can't I Wrap My Head Around Certain RPGs NOT Rooted in D&D? Feb 29, 2020

    There are just some RPGs whose rules I can't grok for shit, try as I might.

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    E649 - Some Thoughts on Character Generation / 3d6 in Order? Feb 28, 2020

    A caller asks "how does your bartender have players roll their characters? 3d6 in Order?"

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    E648 - The ChicagoWiz Calls the Show Feb 27, 2020

    Michael Shorten (the Chicago Wiz) calls in.

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    E647 - Core 4 Classes Sweet Spots in AD&D 1e Feb 26, 2020

    We have a caller asking my opinion of the 4 core classes sweet spots. He didn't mention system, but I went with AD&D 1e ;)

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    E646 Attack of the Viral Upper Respiratory Infection - Don't Send Flowers, Send Voicemails! Feb 25, 2020

    So, my GP confirmed today by the Urgent Care doc diagnosed on Saturday Morning - I have a viral URI that only time, rest and fluids will help. In the meantime, we are desperately in need of your voicemails, as I am running out of breath before the end of some longer sentences. Voicemails to the rescue! Please!

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    E645 - Return From the Con & Return of the Con Crud - A Double Feature Feb 24, 2020

    I thought last night I had kicked the Con Crud - It's Back!


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    E644 - Total Con Day 3 - Seasonal Allergy Attack and the Saturday Night Blues Feb 23, 2020

    I woke up with seasonal allergies bad enough for me to go to Urgent Care and wrapped up with a one player table. Such are the Saturday Night Cpon Blues.

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    E643 - Total Con Day 2 - What an Excellent Game Session Feb 22, 2020

    I ran a session for a group of 8 players that came to Total Con as a group. It was an amazing time.


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    E642 - Total Con Day 1 - & Some Voicemails Feb 21, 2020

    Rach & I are at Total Con. If you are in the North East, you should be here ;)

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    E641 - Fireside Chat with Vince Florio (Podcaster) Feb 19, 2020

    Last night I sat down with Vince Florio, long time podcaster and head of Wild Games Productions, to discuss past and future podcasts.

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    E640 - Bob Bledsaw II - In His Own Words - Regarding Recent Accusations - to Help People Better Understand the Personal Views of the Owner Feb 19, 2020

    The original posting was deleted from Facebook. I'll have a text dump of this up on Tenkar's Tavern soon. Also, Godman Games give a written announcement re: Judges Guild.

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    E639 - Goodman Games makes a Announcement re: Judges Guild AND Ptolus 5e is being Kickstarted Feb 18, 2020

    Jannelle and Joe Goodman did a Youtube announcement regarding the Judges Guild situation and Monte Cook brings back Ptolus for 5e and Cypher.

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    E638 - The Historical Treasures Held by Early Dragon Magazine Feb 17, 2020

    Before the internet, forums, social media, podcasts, vidcasts and the like there were magazines. I plan on looking at the early Dragon Magazines as historical markers, especially for AD&D 1e

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    E637 - Is a Bad RPG Session Better than None at All? Feb 16, 2020

    I watched the XFL earlier today, and it got me thinking about bad RPG sessions compared to none at all.

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    E636 - Frank Mentzer, in His Own Words - October, 2017 Feb 15, 2020

    Apparently Frank has decided I told lies about him from 2015 to 2017. Tonight I share a conversation I had with Frank back in October of 2017 that I have not publicly shared until now.

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    E635 - What Non-Eurocentric RPGs and Settings are in Your Collection? Feb 14, 2020

    Non-eurocentric RPGs and settings were discussed in the Tavern Chat Hangout on the Tavern's Discord Server earlier tonight.

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    E634 - Your Players Probably Didn't Mean to Screw You Over ;) Feb 13, 2020

    You plan for XYZ and your players do TUV. Trust me, the didn't mean to derail, they are just doing what players do ;)

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    E633 - Official Statements re: Judges Guild from Bat in the Attic and Frog God Games Feb 12, 2020

    Racist, bigoted and anti-Semitic Facebook postings by Bob Bledsoe Junior have come to light. As a result, Bat in the Attic Games and Frog God Games have severed ties with Judges Guild. As a side note, the City-State of the Invincible Overlord Kickstarter is effectively dead, and backers will never be made whole.

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    E632 - Old School Essentials is at Bundle of Holding Feb 11, 2020

    I read a message left about haggling in-game. Old School Essentials is for sale at Bundle of Holding.

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    E631 - Fireside Chat with Tim Shorts (Gothridge Manor) Feb 10, 2020

    Tonight I sat down with Tim Shorts around the virtual fire. A great time was had by all ;)

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    E630 - Do Your Characters Haggle? Feb 09, 2020

    Rach and I went house shopping today and are already planning to make a low ball offer for the house we like. In game, do your characters take the listed price or do they prefer to haggle? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E629 - Do You Look for Gamers When Home Shopping? Feb 08, 2020

    Each and I are in the Pomona’s with the plan to do some house shopping tomorrow. The community we are looking in actually has some active gamers. What do you look for in a community when you shop for a home? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E628 - Some Details on the now Deleted 5e "Love Domain" Feb 07, 2020

    I mentioned this in last night's podcast, but thanks to Geek Native we now have an idea of what the offensive material was.

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    E627 - A WotC "WTF Moment and 5e is 8x More Popular than Both Pathfinder Editions Combined on Roll20 Feb 06, 2020

    WotC deletes Valentine's themed post and Roll20 gives us the latest ORR Report.

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    E626 - Swords & Wizardry Boxed Set KS Update - "Product Line After the Kickstarter" Feb 05, 2020

    Matt Finch gave us an update earlier today on the S&W Boxed Set Kickstarter. Oh, what wonders the future doth hold :)

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    E625 - Back to the VTT After Over a Month Away Feb 04, 2020

    Yes, my first game session in many weeks. Thanks for a great game Tim and thanks for the voicemail.

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    E624 - I Highlight some Zines for ZineQuest 2 (Kickstarter) Feb 03, 2020

    In today's episode, I look at some zines of interest to old school gamers that are currently being Kickstarter during the ZineQuest 2 promotion.

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    E623 - Old Man Grognard Point Out My Old School Omissions ;) Feb 02, 2020

    Glen calls in to remind me of the Labyrinth Lord combined book and Old School Essentials. Oopsie! heh

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    E622 - I Talk About Various OSR Rules Systems Feb 01, 2020

    I touch on DCC, S&W, OSRIC, LL, BFRPG, and others.

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    E621 - Jeremy & Tom Tell About Entries to RPGs Jan 31, 2020

    I'm amazed by the number of stories we've heard where folds did not come into RPGs from one of the various D&D editions...

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    E620 Fireside Chat with Matt Finch (Frog God Games / Swords & Wizardry) Jan 29, 2020

    Earlier today I sat down with Matt Finch (Frog God Games / Swords & Wizardry) about the current Swords & Wizardry Kickstarter and future plans for Swords & Wizardry.

    Swords & Wizardry Boxed Set Kickstarter.

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    E619 - Fireside Chat with Pexx - Frog God Games (re: Swords & Wizardry Boxed Set) Jan 28, 2020

    Pexx, well known to fans of Frog God Games, was nice enough to sit down at the virtual fireplace with your bartender and give us an inside look at the just-launched Swords & Wizardry Boxed Set Kickstarter.

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    E618 - Shane & Laramie Recount Their Introductions to RPGs Jan 28, 2020

    Shane & Laramie recount their introductions to RPGs. Yes, our Google Voicemail is being well used, or used well ;)

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    E617 - How My Early Adventure Module Purchases Affected My Style of DMing Jan 27, 2020

    The first adventure module I picked up was the classic A1 - Slave Pits of the Under City. It opened my eyes as a young DM.

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    E616 - How I Found Dungeons & Dragons Jan 26, 2020

    I speak about how I was introduced to Dungeons & Dragons and want to hear how you were introduced to RPGs.

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    E615 - Some Thoughts on Micro Settings / Genre Sourcebooks for Swords & Wizardry Jan 25, 2020

    The Swords & Wizardry Boxed Set will be Kickstarting next week. I have some ideas for micro settings / genre sourcebooks for Swords & Wizardry and other OSR rulesets.

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    E614 - Follow Up on Gygaxian Greyhawk Fiction and the Swords & Wizardry Boxed Set Jan 24, 2020

    JoeTheLawyer calls in with some further info on Gary Gygax Greyhawk fiction and Shane (first-time caller, long-time listener) call in with his desires in the upcoming S&W Boxed Set.

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    E613 - I Look at All of the EGG Gord the Rogue Books I've Never Read Jan 23, 2020

    I have six of the Gary Gygax Gord the Rogue books, and I've yet to read them. Sigh.

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    E612 - More S&W Discussion and I Delve into Kickstarter Shipping Issues Jan 22, 2020

    JoeTheLawyer calls the show with some input on what he would like to see in the upcoming S&W Boxed set. I get sidetracked and talking about Kickstarter and Media Mail.

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    E611 - What Do You Want in the Upcoming Swords & Wizardry Boxed Set? Jan 21, 2020

    I asked this question on the blogside, but I think it needs to be asked here too. What do you want to see in the new Swords & Wizardry Boxed set that will be releasing soon via Kickstarter?

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    E610 - Knowing When to End or Reboot an RPG Session Jan 20, 2020

    RPGs are meant to be fun. If things aren't fun in your RPG session for you and your players, it may be time to reboot.

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    E609 - Spoiler Free Joker Review and Some Ideas to Influence How You Present Your BBEG Jan 19, 2020

    I just finished watching Joker. Excellent movie and inspiration on how to present your BBEGs to your plyers in your next campaign.

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    E608 - Christopher Tolkien has Passed, ENWorld has a Top Gaming Podcast List Jan 18, 2020

    Christopher Tolkien has passed (JRR Tolkien's son and posthumous editor). ENWorld has a Top Podcast list. If you are like me, you probabnly don't know most of the list ;)

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    E607 - Recent on Demand Bing-watching - Colony, Punisher & The Prisoner Jan 17, 2020

    As you can hear from my voice, your host is under the weather these days. It does mean some guilt-free binge-watching is at hand.

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    E606 - Was Matt Mercer (Critical Role) Working on his WotC Release While Under Contract with Green Ronin? Jan 16, 2020

    Ah, what tangled webs we weave. Gwen Baker on Facebook pretty much accuses Matt Mercer of working on his recent WotC Campaign Setting while under contract with Green Ronin.

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    E605 - New WotC Setting Hits #1 In ALL Books on Amazon - Witness the Mercer Effect Jan 15, 2020

    The Matt Mercer Effect. The setting from Critical Role hit #1 of ALL Amazon. Will expectations be shattered?

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    E604 - Trolls, Two-Handed Swords and OSR vs Old School Gaming Jan 13, 2020

    Voicemails galore. Old Man Grognard, Goblin's Henchman and Jason. Oh, and your bartender is sick. Damn it!

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    E603 - First Impressions are Everything or Why You Shouldn't Join Communities with Obscenities as Your Handle Jan 13, 2020

    I'm in a miserable mood. My sciatic is kicking up a notch or five. So asking me on The Tavern's Discord Server to give roles to your friends @fuck and @shitworld is probably a poor choice. I vent.

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    E602 - The OSR, The OGL, Community Content and the Zweihander RPG Jan 11, 2020

    Last night I posted about the OSR page on DriveThruRPG and how the "Hottest OSR Community Releases" was all material released for Zweihnder. Not a surprise, because Zweihander IS the only Community Content Partner on DriveThruRPG that identifies as OSR. Commentary from Rob Conleys Bat in the Attic blog.

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    E601 - Was the Art in the AD&D 1e Core Books as Good as We Remember? Jan 11, 2020

    I opened up my AD&D 1e Player's Handbook and looked at the art within with fresh eyes. It wasn't as pretty as I remembered.

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    E600 - Follow Up to E599 - I Explain the Reasoning for Leaving "Real-Life" Behind Jan 10, 2020

    Carl Heyl calls the show with some observations to E599. I offer a further explanation.

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    E599 - Rant on Why I Keep Real World Religion / Real World Politics / Real World Drama Out of All Things Tavern Jan 09, 2020

    When someone knows the community rules but decided they know better and it shouldn't apply to them "because", it really gets my Irish up.

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    E598 - Fantasy Flight Games Laying Off Interactive, Customer Service & RPG Staff Jan 08, 2020

    Fantasy Flight Games has not officially announced it, but they are in the midst of some major layoffs. A few weeks earlier and it would have been reminiscent of WotC Christmas layoffs...

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    E597 - The Hero's Journey 2nd Edition by James Spahn Jan 07, 2020

    As always, full disclosure - James is like a brother to me. That doesn't change the fact that he is one of the most skilled and prolific writers in the RPG field. Did I mention The Hero's Journey 2e is James' ultimate project, the one he's been gearing up to for years?

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    E596 - Pub Chat with JoeTheLawyer and Rach - Recorded Live in the Captain's Bar & Grill Jan 05, 2020

    JoeTheLawyer, Rach and I met up at the Complete Strategist in Manhattan this morning, then moved across the street to The Captain's Bar & Grill. We talk games, gaming, Lankmar and more. Thankfully we didn't learn until AFTER the podcast that you could get a $1 shot with each $5 beer. Phew!

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    E595 - Thoughts / Spitballing a Weekly Youtube RPG Review Show Jan 04, 2020

    Looking for feedback / ideas on a weekly Youtube RPG Review Show

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    E594 - What Does Continual Light, Animosity Between Elves & Dwarves and Membership Fees in Fantasy Bars Have in Common? Jan 03, 2020

    Simply put, they were all topics of discussion in tonight's Tavern Chat Hangout on the Tenkar's Tavern Discord earlier tonight.

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    E593 - I Look at Some Binge on Demand Streaming Series for Gamers Jan 02, 2020

    Game of Thrones. The Expanse. Lost in Space. The Witcher. Shannara. Carnival Row. There are series to binge on-demand series to both inspire *and apparently were inspired - by RPG Campaigns

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    E592 - A Look Back at 2019 and a Look Forward to 2020 Jan 01, 2020

    The Tavern Chat Podcast has been an amazing success in 2019, and that is thanks to you, my listeners. Please tell me what you would like to see in 2020.

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    E591 - Gareth Skarka is Available for Paid Consultation on Your ePublishing Projects Dec 31, 2019

    I think Gareth may actually be the new definition of Hubris for the upcoming decade.

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    E590 - So Why Do Campaigns Often Break Down Before Double Digit Levels? Dec 30, 2019

    JoeTheLawyer chimes in on campaigns dying around 7th level. I have further thoughts on the matter. Cloudkill and Raise Dead for the win.

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    E589 - So, Apparently Most Campaigns Cap Out Around 7th Level... Dec 29, 2019

    ENWorld had an article today about D&D Beyond and its character tracker. It seems most campaigns cap out around level 7. Go figure.

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    E588 - The Journey is its Own Reward Dec 28, 2019

    Sometimes we as DMs and even players, obsess over the end game and forget to appreciate the journey.

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    E587 - Jokes in My RPG? A Dragon Walks into a Bar... Dec 27, 2019

    An RPG Jokebook? A Dragon Walks into a Bar... (affiliate link)

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    E586 - Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and a very Joyful Holiday Season Dec 26, 2019

    Today is Christmas Day 2019 and we have a handful of voicemails!

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    E585 - New Drizzt Video Game Coming in 2020 Dec 25, 2019

    Grrr. This went up without content. Want to play as Drizzt in an action RPG? Your chance will come in 2020. https://www.cnbc.com/2019/12/12/new-dungeons-and-dragons-video-game-coming-in-2020.html?fbclid=IwAR0f4Ft2N-0Tp5ju2xw_istr7c6j3vThkn5OSSQ09zow-ueOI6f5m3tIFBw https://www.dicebreaker.com/universes/dungeons-and-dragons/news/dark-alliance-video-game-based-on-r-a-salvatores-novels Voicemail # ‪(347) 509-5168‬ Support The Tavern www.amazon.com/shop/eriktenkar (affiliate link) https://ko-fi.com/tenkar https://www.patreon.com/tenkarstavern tenkarstavern.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E584 - Run as Written is a Losing Bet Dec 24, 2019

    Run as written is a losing bet. Every published adventure breaks down somewhere with some group, and you need to be willing to go beyond what is written To go off-script.

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    E583 - A Quick Look at Episode 1 of The Witcher Dec 23, 2019

    I just finished watching the first episode of The Witcher on Netflix and I give me first impressions.

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    E582 - Cranky Tenkar Looks at Some of Today's Releases at DriveThruRPG Dec 22, 2019

    Sinus headache has made me an angry dwarf. I look at some good, bad and ugly releases at DriveThruRPG.

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    E581 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with Courtney Campbell (Hack & Slash) Dec 21, 2019

    As usual, Courtney was an excellent partner for a Fireside Chat. Check out Courtney's latest release On Downtime and Demesnes on DriveThruRPG (yes, its an affiliate link).

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    E580 - A Look at Brazen Backgrounds, a Tool for Inspiring PC Backgrounds Dec 20, 2019

    In tonight's Tavern Chat hangout in our Discord Server, we discussed starting campaigns and in led right into Brazen Backgrounds, an excellent tool for inspiring PC backgrounds. Available on DrivThruRPG. https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/278030/Brazen-Backgrounds-Character-Backgrounds-for-Bronze-Age-Settings

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    E579 - Gary Con Update - Corrections & Clarifications from Luke Himself Dec 19, 2019

    Well, the good news is that the Grand Geneva will be calling via phone the guests that were overbooked. Additionally, Luke Gygax corrected assumptions where I was wrong (damn internet rumors) and gives some background on prior venue hiccups.

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    E578 - Has Gary Con Outgrown Lake Geneva - Is Milwaukee Calling? Dec 18, 2019

    In 2019 Cary Con had an issue with vendor and gaming tables not being ready on time. This year, the Grand Geneva overbooked a significant number of convention guests. Is it time to follow in the steps of Gen Con, and move to Milwaukee?

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    E577 - Gary Con's Grand Geneva Resort Overbooked Back in March - Notifications Going Out Now Dec 17, 2019

    How does it take 8 months to realize you overbooked your hotel?

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    E576 - Why "Controlling the Narrative" is Important to Funded Kickstarter Failures Dec 16, 2019

    Old Man Grognard returns with more Yarr! Why some funded Kickstarter Failures try to move the conversation off of Kickstarter and into social media that they can control any negative feedback.

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    E575 - Where is Yarr! & ENWorld is Weeding Out Fake Promotional Posts Dec 15, 2019

    Old Man Grognard calls in to remind me about Yarr! ENWorld is addressing fake promotional posts.

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/511830989/yarr-the-pirate-arrpg-hardcover-make-100-edition/description

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    E574 - A Look Back at some Early RPG Kickstarter Funded Failures Dec 14, 2019

    Last night's Tavern Chat Hangout on the Discord Server brought up some well funded but eventually failed to deliver RPG Kickstarters. Of coure, I backed a number ;)

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    E573 - How Best to Handle the Anger Brigade Dec 13, 2019

    Yep, this episode is a few hours late. Last night in Tavern Chat, we discussed what I call the Anger Brigade and their attempts to exert influence on companies and individuals.


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    E572 - How NOT to Make Tenkar Go Away: A Myth & Magic RPG Story Dec 12, 2019

    My "good friend" Tom of New Haven Games has offered me multiple copies of the Myth & Magic Player's Guide (copies that would belong to backers), apparently in an effort to make me go away. It doesn't work with me.

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    E571 - Publisher Trolls OneBookShelf with Fake Banning Screenshot and Emails- Gets Banned for Real Dec 10, 2019

    Holy Shit. Some things you just can't make up. Fake getting banned from OBS and they might actually ban you. Yes, I do rant a bit. Adult language is present ;)

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    E570 - Axes & Anvils Update - Four and a Half years Later Dec 10, 2019

    Mike Nystul passed on the rights, but not the Kickstarter obligations to Axes & Anvils and four and a half years later we have an update.

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    E569 - Trails Don't Need to be So Dark for the Kitties - Charity Gaming Bundle Raffle by David Baity Dec 09, 2019

    Dark Trails is David Baity's soon to release Weird West DCC RPG Powered Game. Davis is running a charity raffle to benefit shelters for stray and feral cats. Lots of gaming loot to be won :)

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    E568 - New Release - Merlynd the Magician - Robert J Kuntz Dec 08, 2019

    Rob Kuntz is releasing Merlynd the Magician, a special remembrance of Don Kaye, co-Founder of TSR and Gary Gygax's best friend before Don's untimely death in 1975.

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    E567 - Just How Much Food and Drink Fits in a 1 foot Cube? AD&D Clerics Want to Know Dec 07, 2019

    Sometimes these podcasts take a mind of their own. Just how much food and drink fit in a one-foot cube waiting to be purified by a cleric in AD&D 1e?

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    E566 - The Return of OSR Christmas Dec 06, 2019

    Its December, and that means the return of OSR Christmas. This year I am trying to do things a bit more sanely ;)

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    E565 - Do Your Players Stop After Defeating the BBEG? Is there Someone Behind Even Him? Dec 05, 2019

    Is there someone else behind your BBEG? Maybe your players think they've achieved their goal but fail to see the issue further down the line...

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    E564 - On Licensing Older Gaming Properties for Modern Eyes Dec 04, 2019

    Many of us look back with rose-colored glasses on the gaming materials released by publishers like Judges Guild back in the mid / later 70s and early 80s, but making such titles palatable to a modern gaming sensibility requires work - and money.

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    E563 - Back in the Saddle - As a Player - and Basic Fantasy Roleplayng is Going OGL Dec 03, 2019

    We played in Tim Short's Old School Essentials campaign for the first time in months and we had a blast. Always fun to make the GM improvise ;) Also, Chaosium appears to be planning to release Basic Fantasy Roleplaying under the OGL and provide an SRD.

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    E561 - James Raggi Misled a Collaborator on a Project? You Don't Say... Dec 02, 2019

    James Raggi (LotFP) misled Jez Gordon on the whole Zak Had Nothing to do with this Book bullshit. Ah, James - burning bridges faster than Sherman in the South. https://coinsandscrolls.blogspot.com/2019/11/osr-on-lamentations-of-flame-princess.html --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E562 - A Bit More Info on the Possible Future of The One Ring Dec 02, 2019

    We have a JoeTheLawyer voicemail, some additional info on the possible future of The One Ring RPG and a short James Raggi related followup.

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    E560 - Follow Up on AD&D 1e - Call in from The Chgowiz Nov 30, 2019

    Michael Shorten (Chgowiz) call in regarding surprise in AD&D 1e. Oh, and some Black Friday Sales to jump on.

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    E559 - A Day to Be Thankful - Thanksgiving Day Nov 29, 2019

    I really have a shit ton of reasons and people to be thankful for, as well as being part of an amazing community. Thank you all.

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    E558 - Cubicle 7 Withdraws from Licensing Agreement - The One Ring Comes to an End Nov 28, 2019

    Cubicle 7 will cease publishing The One Ring and Adventures in Middle-earth™ in the first half of 2020. Put a fork in it.

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    E557 - The AD&D 1e Player's Handbook Unnecessarily Complicates "Surprise" (not a surprise) Nov 27, 2019

    While we claimed to be running AD&D 1e by the book back in the day, I don't recall it ever happening.

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    E556 - On Kickstarter - Should "Big Companies" be Able to Use Kickstarter? Nov 26, 2019

    I hear this question asked a lot, especially in regards to our hobby, RPGs. The funny thing is, these "Big Companies" are usually one project failure away from no longer being a company.

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    E555 - Why I Think Less Rules is More in the OSR Nov 25, 2019

    JoeTheLawyer calls the show and talks in part, about how running Basic D&D is freeing for both him and his players. Preach on brother!

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    E554 - Behind the Scenes of the Torchlight Zine Nov 24, 2019

    We've begun work on the Torchlight Zine for Swords & Wizardry. I couldn't be more excited :) I'm sure it shows. Heh

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    E553 - On DM PCs That Are Baked into Settings - I'm Calling You Out Elminster! Nov 23, 2019

    In episode 552 of this very podcast, Kvir mentioned the Forgotten Realms & Dragonlance Settings, which got me thinking about Elminster and Fizban respectively and not in a good way ;)

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    E552 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with Kfir Mendel (CaveGeek Art) Nov 22, 2019

    Tonight I sat down with Kfir Mendel, of CaveGeekArt.com. We talk about D&D, gaming, art, and cooking. Yes, we cover the bases. And if you go to cavegeekart.com and use the code: tenkar : you get 15% off :)

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    E551 - Soe Thoughts on Call of Chtulhu Nov 21, 2019

    On tonight's Tavern Chat hangout on the Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server, Call of Cthulhu was a hot topic.

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    E550 - Over 450k Accounts of Magic the Gathering Exposed by WotC Nov 20, 2019

    Ah, you have to love it when companies aren't hacked, just amazingly careless. Such is the case with WotC.

    https://techcrunch.com/2019/11/16/magic-the-gathering-wizards-data-exposure/

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    E549 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with Casey Christofferson (Frog God Games) Nov 19, 2019

    Simply one of the best interviews EVAH! Casey Christofferon of Frog God Games talks Kickstarter, Indigogo, new Swords & Wizardry Boxed set and so much more.

    https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/feast-of-the-gobbler/x/512954#/

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    E548 - Why D&D 5e Can Never Be an "Evergreen Edition" Nov 18, 2019

    There has been some discussion that D&D 5e may be an "Evergreen Edition" and there will be no D&D 6e. I disagree...

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    E547 - Thoughts on mining Man in the High Castle for Campaign Ideas Nov 17, 2019

    Rach and I are currently binging Man in the High Castle season 4 on Amazon Prime and it has inspired me with thoughts on mining it for a fantasy RPG campaign.

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    E546 - The Trolls Confirm the Marmoreal Tomb Kickstarter Monies are Still There Nov 16, 2019

    I've been saying this for the past couple of years - the Marmoreal Tomb Kickstarter monies are still there, sitting in a savings account that I was shown a statement of in 2017 by Ernie himself. Things are looking good, if not gooder ;)

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    E545 - Enie, Meanie, Minie Moe - Pick a Layout Program by the Toe Nov 15, 2019

    Voicemail from Jason regarding YouTube changes, then I mention my layout tribulations...

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    E544 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Matt Finch (S&W, OSRIC, Jordoba, Frog God) Nov 14, 2019

    Matt Finch marks the return of the Designers & Makers series of Fireside Chats. We talk, Jordoba, Swords & Wizardry, 3d printing and more.

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/city-of-jordoba-3d/city-of-jordoba-3d-printable-terrain-by-otus-and-lovecraft?ref=discovery&term=rpg

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    E543 - Changes Coming to Youtube - Another Reason NOT to Bring Tavern Chat to that Platform Nov 13, 2019

    New terms of service are coming to Youtube. Creators beware!

    https://www.theverge.com/2019/11/11/20955864/youtube-terms-of-service-update-terminations-children-content-ftc

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    E542 - How Much does WotC want for a 45th Anniversary Dice Set with an Artificial Sapphire Nov 12, 2019

    Anchor is being futzie. Will add description later --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E541 - Looking Back at the Ridiculous Level Titles from AD&D 1e Nov 11, 2019

    Ever want to be a "Superhero?" May as well roll a Fighter, cause you'll be one at 8th level ;)

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    E540 - Thinking About AD&D 2e Dark Sun & Character Stables for the OSR Nov 10, 2019

    Dark Sun was a setting for AD&D 2e that I ran off and on. To me, the largest innovation was the character stable, where you could swap out your active character between sessions. Now I'm thinking of it for Swords & Wizardry.

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    E539 - Troll Lord Games Swoops in To Dig Out the Marmoreal Tomb Kickstarter - with Commentary Nov 09, 2019

    Surprising news today. Troll Lord Games is going to assist in getting the Marmoreal Tomb Kickstarter completed. Very surprising and very good news.

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    E538 - Some Thoughts & Concerns on Spell Design for Swords & Wizardry Nov 08, 2019

    One of the things I'll be tackling (with the assistance of Bad Mike) is new spells for Swords & Wizardry. Converting OGL spells is the easy part - creating new ones whole cloth that are balanced is less so...

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    E537 - I've got lots in the Hopper Prepping for the upcoming Swords & Wizardry Boxed Set Reboot Nov 07, 2019

    Gamehole Con has me all psyched for the Sword & Wizardry Boxed Ser Reboot Kickstarter coming in 2020. Time to get my ass writing!

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    E536 - Critical Role's upcoming Animated series signed by Amazon Prime Nov 06, 2019

    I'm not big on Critical Role, and I think they bring unrealistic expectations of play to new gamers, but their upcoming Critical Role: The Legend of Vox Machina Animated Series looks interesting enough that I'm looking forward to the Amazon Prime release.

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    E535 - I Have Returned from GameHole with Packages Awaiting Me Nov 05, 2019

    I walked through my door after returning from GameHole and found a package from Osprey Games containing Romance of the Perilous Lands by Scott Malthouse and Paleomythinc by Graham Rose. I see they are on sale at Barnes & Noble...

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    E534 - GameHole Con Wrap - And Boy are my Feet Tired! Nov 04, 2019

    Another Gamehole in the books and I am Fucking exhausted ;P

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    E533 - Rob Kuntz Makes Claim That Gygax Estate Has Illegally Retained His Property Nov 03, 2019

    Rob Kuntz has publicly shared a letter regarding his claim that Gail Gygax / the Gygax Trust has illegally retained and refused to return property that Rob has made a claim on.

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    E532 - GameHole Day Two - Allen, Ben, Laramie, Mike, Pexx and Rachel Nov 02, 2019

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    E531 GameHole Day One - Drinking Quest Liveplay Nov 01, 2019

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    E530 - Tom DeSanto Drops Lawsuit Against Gail Gygax Oct 31, 2019

    Tom DeSanto dropped his lawsuit against Gail Gygax. After I finished recording the episode, I was sent a PM that might change my guesswork. I will update as soon as I've read it all.

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    E529 - GameHole Prep n Packing & WotC Buys a Digital Game Studio Oct 30, 2019

    Rach and I leave for GameHole in the AM. Woot! WotC buys a digital game studio with 55 employees. How many does WotC have? ;)

    https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/wizards-of-the-coast-acquires-tuque-games-300946810.html

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    E528 - Drinking Quest @ GameHole & Gail is Demanding Money from GaryCon Oct 29, 2019

    I'll be bringing Drinking Quest with me to GameHole. Gail Gygax is demanding 5k a year from GaryCon/Luke/Ernie for the never will be built statue.

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    E527 - I Just Watched Dunkirk - A Perfect Example of Why the Trees are More Important than the Forest Oct 28, 2019

    I finally watched Dunkirk tonight. Its a perfect example of why trees are more important than the forest, especially when telling a story or running an RPG campaign.

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    E526 - D&D 4e - Why it Was Designed as it Was and Why it Failed Oct 27, 2019

    D&D 4e simply never felt right. It was designed for a monetized VTT that simply never came to be. The murder/suicide of the lead programmers didn't help.

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    E525 - Where Art Thou Gareth Shirker? and a Warhammer 40k Roleplay Humble Bundle Oct 26, 2019

    Gareth is coming up on 8 years late with Far West. Humble Bundle Cubicle 7 has a Warhammer 40k Roleplay Rogue Trader Bundle.

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    E524 - Care Bear Response, LotfP Update and Hasbro Profits Dip Oct 25, 2019

    Evil Jeff calls in with a response to yesterday's Care Bear episode. There a LotFPRef Book Update. Hasbro profits dip over China tariffs.

    https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/44336/tariffs-hit-hasbro-sales-earnings

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    E523 - On Care Bears, Player Agency and Character Death Oct 24, 2019

    In tonight's Tavern Chat, there was a semi-heated discussion regarding Care Bears, player agency and character death. Which trumps which? The roll of the dice and character death, or story? Can you have player agency without the risk of defeat?

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    E522 - New Tome of Horrors 2020 for 5e and a PSA Oct 23, 2019

    Humble Bundle is supporting Get Out the Number, a texting helpline for those in crisis. Text 741741 when in need. Also, Frog God Games is Kickstarting Tome of Horrors 2020 for 5e using the Necromancer Games label.

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    E521 - Some Thoughts on Horror in RPGs this Halloween Season Oct 22, 2019

    Generally, I like my horror in short arcs or convention play, but you may feel differently.

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    E520 - The Great Escape RPG(?) and a Great Blog List Source Oct 21, 2019

    I just watched The Great Escape with Rach and it struck me that many of the movie's characters have a "class" much like in RPGs. Also, Dyver's is now DragonsNeverForget, with links to over 400 blogs.

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Great_Escape_(film)

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    E519 - Announcing the Loss of a Member of The Tavern's Community and the Return of a Classic Series of Wee Warriors Oct 20, 2019

    Lucas Puryear / Sketchbook LP has passed. Lucas was an active member of the Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server. Also, the Wee Warriors are returning as an imprint of Precis Intermedia.

    http://www.pigames.net/store/default.php?cPath=145

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    E518 - Hero Games - Hall of Champions - Community Content Program Oct 19, 2019

    Hero Games is introducing its Community Content Program at DriveThruRPG next month. Just how many such programs are there?

    https://www.herogames.com/index.html/hero-system-news/community-content-program-hall-of-champions-r315/

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    E517 - Yahoo Groups Permanently Removing Content by Mid December - Time for RPG Communities to Save Their Content Oct 18, 2019

    Yahoo Groups is being gutted over the next two months. Wait? You never heard of Yahoo Groups?

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    E516 - Critical Kickstarter Critique - Advanced Fantasy Role-playing Oct 17, 2019

    The Advanced Fantasy Role-playing trainwreck is so bad, I had to cover it on both the blog side and the podcast side. Yep, its that good!

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    E515 - Follow Up to the BBC D&D Video - With Voicemail Oct 16, 2019

    Follow up voicemail from Rob regarding the BBC / D&D video shared on Twitter. Oh, and the Tenkars Tavern Facebook Community has surpassed 2500 members!

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    https://twitter.com/BBC/status/1183397244403441667

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    E514 - The BBC Insults Gamers via Twitter Oct 15, 2019

    Yep, the BBC insulted gamers via Twitter. I playback the BBC audio and give my reactions.

    https://twitter.com/BBC/status/1183397244403441667

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    E513 - You Got You Loot Crate in My Kickstarter! Lootlauncher Oct 14, 2019

    Much like Reeses Peanut Butter Cups, Loot Crate has mixed crates with crowdfunding. Will it work?

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    E512 - Sometimes Pain Can Bring a Gaming Group Together Oct 13, 2019

    Today I went to the Freedom Tower and the WTC Memorial with some members of my old gaming group. It was rough for me, but now they want me to DM again...

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    E511 - DTRPG Introduces "Phone PDFs" - Try Pugmire and Zweihander for Free Oct 12, 2019

    Phone PDFs. What are they and what are they good for? Try Pugmire and Zweihander for free and decide for yourself.

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    E510 - Winning at RPGs - Yes You Can if You Define Winning Correctly Oct 11, 2019

    I seem to constantly see the question pop up in social media - "How can you win at RPGs?" or "Tips to win at Dungeons & Dragons" Usually the questions (and tips) come from the uninformed, but you can "Win" playing RPGs.

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    E509 - Three Can't Miss Kickstarters Oct 10, 2019

    Three can't miss Kickstarters - A Dozen Sinister Rumors, for use with Fantasy RPGs, Adventure Design Booklets, and Wolves of God: Adventures in Dark Ages England.

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/102137316/a-dozen-sinister-rumors-for-use-with-fantasy-rpgs

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1730454032/adventure-design-booklets

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1637945166/wolves-of-god-adventures-in-dark-ages-england

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    E508 - Figuring Out My Age when I Found RPGs Oct 09, 2019

    For some damn reason, I can never nail down exactly when I started my experience with RPGs, although now I suspect it was Easter vacation of 79 (i mention Christmas vacation of 78 in the podcast, but that math doesn't work ;)

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    E507 - Update - Raggi Did Not Remove his Title from DTRPG - DTRPG Did a Stealth Deletion and Stealth Announcement Oct 08, 2019

    The cherry on top has moved. James Raggi did NOT delete An Analysis into the Nature of Man & the Satanic Power He Contains. DTRPG did via a stealth deletion and a stealth announcement on a non-official Twitter account.

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    E506 - "Cherry on Top Update" on "Not Zak" & Follow Up on Planned Obsolescence of RPGs. Oct 07, 2019

    Not Zak / An Analysis into the Nature of Man & the Satanic Power He Contains is no longer available on DriveThruRPG. James Raggi dis EXACTLY what he said he'd never do - retreat.

    https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/288245/ZZZ-Title-to-remain-private--An-Analysis-into-the-Nature-of-Man--the-Satanic-Power-He-Contains

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    E505 - Reading James Raggi's "A Word From the Publisher" from Zak Has Nothing to Do with This Book - Part III (Final) Oct 06, 2019

    I read James Raggi's "A Word From the Publisher" from Zak Has Nothing to Do with This Book. I haven't read any of it before reading it for the podcast, so you get my live reactions and commentary. This is the third and last part of a multi-part series because it is fucking long! ;)

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    E504 - Reading James Raggi's "A Word From the Publisher" from Zak Has Nothing to Do with This Book - Part II Oct 05, 2019

    I read James Raggi's "A Word From the Publisher" from Zak Has Nothing to Do with This Book. I haven't read any of it before reading it for the podcast, so you get my live reactions and commentary. This is the second of a multi-part series because it is fucking long! ;)

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    E503 - Reading James Raggi's "A Word From the Publisher" from Zak Has Nothing to Do with This Book - Part I Oct 04, 2019

    I read James Raggi's "A Word From the Publisher" from Zak Has Nothing to Do with This Book. I haven't read any of it before reading it for the podcast, so you get my live reactions and commentary. This is the first of a multi-part series because it is fucking long! ;)

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    E502 - Are Poorly Printed RPG Books Penny Pinching or Planned Obsolescence Oct 03, 2019

    We have a voicemail that posits the theory that poorly printed RPG books, once that lack the lifespan you expect as a consumer, may be planned obsolescence.

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    E501 - Where is D&D 5e in its Lifespan? Oct 02, 2019

    A look at D&D 5e as for as its marketable lifespan, as well as other editions and Pathfinder as a means of comparison.

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    E500 - 500th Episode! Swords & Wizardry Continual Light 50% Off! Woot! Oct 01, 2019

    Yep, its the 500th episode of the Tavern Chat Podcast. Swords & Wizardry Continual Light has achieved Electrum status on DTRPG and we are celebrating by putting the SWCL PDF on sale for 50% off!

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    E499 - Kickstarter Unionization Dispute Spreading to Creators and Backers Sep 30, 2019

    I bet you didn't know that Kickstarter workers were attempting to unionize, and Kickstarter itself was attempting to foil them.

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    E498 - Nature vs Nurture in Fantasy RPGs - How Relevant is It? Sep 29, 2019

    It seems we constantly revisit the question of the Paladin and the baby orcs. Nature vs nurture. Does it even apply in fantasy RPGs. My thoughts on the matter.

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    E497 - Zak Did NOT Record This Podcast (Nor did James Raggi) Sep 28, 2019

    James Raggi published Zak Has Nothing to do With This Book at GenCon this summer, with a multi-page preface where he ranted about the community and defended Zak S. It was sold in PDF on DriveThruRPG until earlier today when James changed the title and removed the preface. I ordered the physical copy.

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    E496 - Want to Host a Live Chat Session on the Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server? Sep 27, 2019

    We are looking to add some extra weekly hosted chat sessions on The Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server. Wanna be a host?

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    E495 - Swords & Wizardry Light is Heading to School Sep 26, 2019

    A teacher forming a game club specifically asked for SWL & SWCL for her students. How cool is that?

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    E494 - Pay for a Seat at the Table? Sure - Pay for In Game Bonuses? Say What!?! Sep 25, 2019

    An article over at ICv2 about a gumball machine that dispenses in-game bonuses for cash. I opinionize.

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    E493 - Following Up on the Formalization of Informal Social Contracts Sep 24, 2019

    I'm still at a loss for voice, but we have a follow up on the formalization of informal social contracts with Tim NOT of Gotheridge Manor ;)

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    E492 - WTF is an "ENnie Runner?" Sep 23, 2019

    WTF is an "ENnie Runner?" Someone that runs from the ENnies? Also, the gaming community lost another this weekend.

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    E491 - I Left My Voice at ShireCon :) Sep 22, 2019

    Yep, it appears I am losing my voice tonight. Still, ShireCon was a blast and I'm already looking forward to next year.

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    E490 - ShireCon Prep and an Oopsie! Sep 21, 2019

    ShireCon is tomorrow. I thought I had more copies of Swords & Wizardry Light but instead, it appears I had just enough. Forward to TPK, er, I mean Victory!

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    E489 - Sometimes the Secret to Success is Not Giving an F Sep 20, 2019

    The Tavern has been doing well recently, both the blog side and the podcast. Sometimes not giving an F about the opinions of the loud but few allow you to better serve the community at large.

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    E488 - A Look at the Old School Fantasy Roleplaying Bundle at Humble Bundle Sep 19, 2019

    Yep, it's a virtual cornucopia of OSR goodness in the Old School Fantasy Roleplaying Bundle at Humble Bundle . Yes, this is an affiliate link. Affiliate links keep the taps flowing and the lights on at The Tavern.

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    E487 - Why Do I Enjoy Swords & Wizardry So Much? Sep 18, 2019

    I see Swords & Wizardry as the OSR's Rosetta Stone, as it allows all OSR adventures to work with it without many issues, and visa versa. Also, Shire Con this Saturday!

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    E486 - What to Do if Your PCs Never Retreat Sep 17, 2019

    It was probably my fault, but in my high school and college days, my group would never retreat, and I didn't like killing PCs. A horrible combination.

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    E485 - Addressing Game Balance in a Convention Session Sep 16, 2019

    I was asked about game balance, and it made me think about game balance in convention play - which is different than campaign play.

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    E484 - Some Suggestions to Help Prospective Bloggers, Podcasters and Youtubers Sep 15, 2019

    I often get asked the secrets to success with my blog and podcast. There is no secret - hard work and a long history of doing. But there are some strategies that can help in the long run (and should be instituted from the beginning.)

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    E483 - Sign a Social Contract So You Can Game? Sep 14, 2019

    Would you sign a social contract so you could game? If you need to sign a contract, binding or not, is it still a hobby?

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    E482 - Your Life is Priceless Sep 13, 2019

    A retired Sgt in the NYPD, Joe Pabon killed himself in the early morning hours. Please, if you have suicidal thoughts, seek help. There is no shame to admitting you need help.

    National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255

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    E481 - Remembering 9-11 Sep 12, 2019

    I stray away from gaming today as 9-11 is a day I'll never forget. I give my perspective as one that responded to the Towers right before they came down. Never forget.

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    E480 - RANT Warning - The World Does Not Conform to Your Demands Sep 11, 2019

    I read some feedback on Jason Hobbs re-releasing his Hobbs & Friends Interview with Alex Macris. The demands made by "Facebook Friends" to make the world conform to their vision simply pisses me off. No one is forced to listen to a podcast or a blogpost. The presence of such does not define your world unless you continually define your world via negativity.

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    E479 - Dave & Gary ARE Dungeon & Dragons - The Sum is Greater than the Parts Sep 10, 2019

    Old Man Grognard calls the show about magic item McGuffins. I talk about the influence both Dave and Gary had on D&D.

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    E478 - Why I Hate Artifacts in D&D Sep 09, 2019

    JoeTheLawyer has a podcast episode up talking about his take on artifacts in D&D 5e. I just hate artifacts all together ;)

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    E477 - On Dragons! Sep 08, 2019

    How best to use dragons in your campaign.

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    E476 - Don't Stop in the Left Lane if You Miss Your Turn AND Players Won't Know You Made a Mistake so Keep it Moving ;) Sep 07, 2019

    Just keep things moving :)

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    E475 - Making Your NPCs Memorable Sep 06, 2019

    Want to make your NPCs memorable? All you need is "a hook"

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    E474 - Is There a New Boxed Set of Swords & Wizardry in the Wings? Sep 05, 2019

    Well, it certainly looks like there is a boxed set Swords & Wizardry coming up.

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    E473 - Some Suggestions for Players of Convention Games Sep 04, 2019

    JoeTheLawyer calls the show and asks for some suggestions and ideas to help players of convention games.

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    E472 - How I Run Convention RPG Sessions (ShireCon is 9/21/19) Sep 03, 2019

    I'll be running a session of Swords & Wizardry Light at ShireCon on 9/21/19 in Falls River Ct. Want to know how I run convention sessions and why I do so in the manner I do? Let's peek behind the curtain...

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    E471 - Destructive Weather & Magical Weather Control in Your Campaigns Sep 02, 2019

    Weather is an adversary that PCs can't combat using their normal methods. Destructive weather takes it to another level. Introduce magical weather control and things get really local.

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    E470 - Using Real World History for Campaign Inspiration Sep 01, 2019

    Some ideas and examples of using real world history - local history in my examples - for inspiration in your RPG campaigns.

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    E469 - How Many years of Writer's Block did Raggi have on the LotFP Ref Book? Aug 31, 2019

    James Raggi gives us an update on the LotfP Ref Book. Its certainly not what I expected.

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    E468 - On Real World Politics in Gaming and Getting Our of the Way of the Ball Aug 30, 2019

    When folks say the want "no real world politics in their gaming" what they really mean is they don't want current political issues and narratives in their gaming. Oh, and I came home with a baseball last night :)

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    E468 - Bits n Pieces - Pathfinder 2, Far West and Blackmarsh - Oh My! Aug 28, 2019

    I'm heading to Citi Field to see the Mets tonight, so today's episode is releasing a bit early. Enjoy.

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    E467 - First Impressions of SECRETS of BLACKMOOR: The True History of Dungeons & Dragons Aug 28, 2019

    You know what I dislike? When someone heavily pushes their customers to share their project on social media (because places DragonsFoot have deleted their posts.) In any case, my first impressions are not highly enthusiastic. I'll Update when I finish the 2 hr documentary.

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    E466 - On GM Improvisation - When it Works Best and When it Works Least Aug 27, 2019

    Today I talk about improvisation as a GM. When I feel it works best - one shots and convention play - and when it is less suitable - campaigns.

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    E465 - A Huge Thank You and Hero Humanoids Aug 26, 2019

    Thank you to all who have given to Rick Loomis's Cancer Fund (and I guess burial fund). You truly are a great community. And hero humanoids. What are they good for? Adversaries, NPCs, henchman, PCs and more?

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    E464 - Rick Loomis (Flying Buffalo) has Passed Aug 25, 2019

    Rick Loomis of Flying Buffalo has passed from complications due to Lymphatic Cancer. Fuck Cancer https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-gaming-legend-rick-loomis --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E463 - How Bad is the AD&D 1e UA Barbarian? Aug 24, 2019

    Just how bad is the AD&D 1e UA Barbarian class? Is it overpowered? Underpowered? A party disrupter? All that and more...


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    E462 - Follow Up on Creating OSR Content Aug 23, 2019

    Yep follow up on creating OSR content with a call in from Jason.

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    E461 - Responses to the TPK Episode - Voicemails Aug 22, 2019

    Voicemails about TPKs. Yes, we have feedback and opinions. :)

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    E460 - Can your Campaign Survive a TPK? Aug 21, 2019

    TPKs. Can your campaign survive them? Maybe...

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    E459 - On Free Gaming Content - Is it Valued Less Because it is Free? Aug 20, 2019

    I've had a huge spike in the TenkarsTavern.com traffic ranking over the past few weeks, but it certainly isnt because of any of my gaming content posts - which are some of my weaker trafficked posts. Is free gaming content less valued?

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    E458 - What an Amazing Community We Have (and a Rant About Cancer) Aug 19, 2019

    It isn't often that I get choked up, but after I stopped recording this I cried. Its an emotional episode for me. Over $16k has been raised for Rick Loomis and I am so proud to be a part of this amazing community. Cancer can go fuck itself.

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    E457 - Rick Loomis (Flying Buffalo) has Cancer and Needs Our Support Aug 17, 2019

    Rick Loomis (Flying Buffalo) has lymphatic cancer and needs our support, both prayers and donations if one can afford it.

    Rick Loomis Cancer Fund

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    E456 - You got your History in my Fantasy - Using Real World History to Inspire Your Campaigns Aug 17, 2019

    Today's episode talks about using real world history to inspire your fantasy campaigns.

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    E455 - Update on Roll20 Data Breach Aug 16, 2019

    I received an email yesterday updating the Roll20 data breach. Time to discuss.

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    E454 - JoeTheLawyer Calls in About Urban Adventures Aug 15, 2019

    JoeTheLawyer calls the show FOUR TIMES to talk about urban adventures. Its like having a virtual guest ;)

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    E453 - Loot Crate Goes Bust - What About our Gaming Crates? Aug 14, 2019

    Loot Crate just went bankrupt with 250k subscribers. Where does that leave our RPG crates and boxes?

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    E452 - Urban Adventuring - Why I Tend to Avoid it as a DM Aug 13, 2019

    Time Shorts of the Gothridge Manor blog pitched the idea of me talking about "urban adventures". Yes, he found my kryptonite...

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    E451 - Two 100k Kickstarters - One Barely Funded, One Can't get to 1% Aug 12, 2019

    Somedays you simply need to call it is. This is one of those days.

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    E450 - State of The Tavern and update on F'ed Up Rules Aug 11, 2019

    I posted a State of the Tavern Update on the blogside earlier and I mention it briefly. Then we have voicemails on the F'ed up rules episode ;)

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    E449 - Some of the Worst Rules in RPGs Aug 10, 2019

    One of the pitches for episodes was discussing the best rule I've found in RPGs. I've decided to cover some of the worst rules I've encountered in RPGs first ;)

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    E448 - The OSR is Dead, All Hail the OSR - Plus, We are Giving Gifts! Aug 09, 2019

    There is a conversation going on that the OSR id dead. Not sure how many times we will have this discussion, but this one is better thought out than most. Still, the OSR isn't dead so much as evolved and possibly splintered. Oh, and we are giving out gifts today to Michael and Corey.

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    E447 - Another NTRPG Con Gamer Lost & Geek and Sundry Sued Aug 08, 2019

    We lost another NTRPG Con regular this week and Geek and Sundry sued by Will Weaton over share of revenue from 'Titansgrave: The Ashes of Valkana.'

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    446 - We Get a Brief History of B4 The Lost City and More Aug 07, 2019

    Christopher Bishop calls in with a brief history and background of B4 - The Lost City (soon to be a Goodman Games re-release). Old Man Grognard Talks ENNies. Jason Hobbs re-releases The Lost Macris Interview. Woot!

    Hobbs & Friends Alex Macris Episode

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    E445 - Post Gen Con News - Next Original Adventures Reincarnated: (B4) The Lost City Aug 06, 2019

    Jospeh Goodman announced the next release in the Original Adventures Reincarnated line will be (B4) The Lost City, originally written by Tom Moldvay. Kind of a "deep track" if you ask me.

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    E444 - Classic RPG Retreat: Lake Geneva 2019 - and NOT Hosted by GaryCon Aug 05, 2019

    So, simply smart business or poaching territory? And what is the fair rate to pay Ernie and Jim for being the main attractions?

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    E443 - All Weather is Local and The ENnies Winners (that I care about ;) Aug 04, 2019

    A less on to be learned in the Pocono Mountains is that a thunder storm can be raging 5 miles away and you have now rain and lots of sunshine. Also, there's some ENnies winners I wish to point out.


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    E442 - A Lesson Learned and Paying the Joeski Tax Aug 03, 2019

    Ranting and emotional responses arent all they are cracked up to be. Also, I pay the Joeski Tax with a magic ring.

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    E441 - The Pathfinder 2 Release - Can It Save Paizo's Position of Power in the Hobby? Aug 02, 2019

    Pathfinder 2e Released earlier today? Can it do for Pathfinder 1e what Pathfinder 1 did for 3.5?

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    E440 - Join Us in the Weekly Tavern Chat Hangout - Nearly 20 Minutes of Our Stupidity ;) Aug 01, 2019

    We recorded nearly 20 minutes of the weekly Tavern Chat Hangout held on the Tavern's Discord Server. Enjoy and join us every Wednesday at 9 PM Eastern.

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    E439 - Tavern Chat Birthday Giveaway! Jul 31, 2019

    It's my birthday and i have something cool to give away Instructions are in the episode.

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    E438 - The RPG Campaign Summertime Blues Jul 30, 2019

    We are at the middle of the summer, and we've hit the point of campaign suspension till September. When we were kids, summers meant D&D 5 days a week or more. As adults, we are lucky to get in 5 days for the season, with only half the group each time.

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    E437 - Thoughts and Observations on the latest Roll20 Orr Report Jul 29, 2019

    When "apples to apples" becomes "apples to oranges", it's often because one does not want direct comparisons to be made. We haven't seen the last 4 quarters of the Roll20 Orr Report, where they discuss numbers related to games run and players using the various RPG systems supported by Roll20. The system used to give us those numbers have changed, and I speculate as to why.

    https://blog.roll20.net/post/186546450860/the-orr-group-industry-report-q2-2019-back-and

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    E436 - Healthier Gamers, BtB 1e Combat (ADDICT Link in Show Notes) Jul 28, 2019

    Yes, I'd like to live long and game forever. Or at least, longer than I would if I were unhealthy in my habits. Laramie has some thoughts. Tim wants to play AD&D 1e combat "by the book" and I found the PDF to assist in that - ADDICT.

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    http://www.knights-n-knaves.com/dmprata/ADDICT%20A4.pdf

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    E435 - Further Thoughts on a Non-Profit Gamers Helping Gamers Organization Jul 27, 2019

    As a wise man once said - "Never go full Jason". Thank you Joe ;)

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    E434 - Following Up on AD&D 1e Combat, ENnies and Gamers Helping Gamers with Some Voicemails Jul 26, 2019

    We have some voicemails and all voicemails are from Jason, but not the same Jason, but two are but they were called in using different methods. Follow that yet? hehe

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    E433 - Some Thoughts on the ENnies, Inspired by Tim Shorts Jul 25, 2019

    Tim Shorts (of the Gothridge Manor Podcast) has some thoughts on the ENnies. I give some background to the ENnies and talk about how to fi them before deciding they can't be fixed ;)

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    E432 - I Give My First Impressions of the Dungeons & Dragons Essentials Set Jul 24, 2019

    I give my first impressions of the Dungeons & Dragons Essentials Set, and the impressions are good! Hell, I might even find a reason to give 5e a try ;)

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    E431 - Gamers Helping Gamers - Its What We Do, But Can We Do Better? Jul 23, 2019

    I was thinking earlier today during NYC's monsoon about how we, as gamers, help other gamers on a regular basis, but could we do better? Is there a process or such that would make asking for and offering such help easier. I want your thoughts.

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    E430 - Christmas in July Sale, Shirecon & More Jul 22, 2019

    There is a huge sale going on at DTRPG, and I link to it (and the OSR and S&W lists) over on the blog side.

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    E429 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with Ben Burns (New Comet Games) Jul 21, 2019

    Today I sat down with Ben Burns of New Comet Games. Ben was the winner of the NTRPG Con 2019 Three Castles Award and currently has his Ultimate Dinosaur Fighting 2nd ed project live on Kickstarter.

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    E428 - Some Ideas on Vetting Kickstarter Projects Jul 20, 2019

    I've been asked to give my thoughts on how to vet Kickstarter Projects. While far from a complete list on the topic, I do share some thoughts on the matter.

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    E427 - Retired Three Years as Of Today and We Have Plans :) Jul 19, 2019

    Yep, today marks three years of retirement for me, and although the month of July has been hectic with personal and family obligations, I do have plans for the summer. Revised blog and possibly a short, monthly zine.

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    E426 - There is a Clone of MERP - Against the Dark Master (PWYW) Jul 18, 2019

    During tonight's weekly Tavern Chat on the Tavern's Discord server, James Spahn brought up a new RPG Quickstart - the 122 page Against the Dark Master clone of Middle Earth Role Playing. You've been warned.

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    E425 - Some Strange Thoughts & Some ENWorld Observations Jul 17, 2019

    DM Mike cals in with some thoughts on Stranger Things and I make some observations on ENWorld and its sudden lack of advertising.

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    E424 - Follow Up on Stranger Things and D&D Jul 16, 2019

    JoeTheLawyer brings up a good point - what group of nerds has three out of four find girlfriends in their teen years at the same time? ;)

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    E423 - Stranger Things Season 3 - The Role of D&D (Spoilers Avoided) Jul 15, 2019

    In Season 3 of Stranger Things, D&D still plays a role, but it is shown more as something of the time of childish things to be left behind. Although I talk about the place of D&D, as for the plot of Season 3, it is a spoiler free podcast ;)

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    E422 - More Thought on Stats and on Controlling Your Content - With Voicemails Jul 14, 2019

    Voicemails from Tim and Ivy Shorts as well as Glen Halstrom. Yes, I revisit low ability scores and controlling you own voice. Never put your integrity in the hands of others.

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    E421 - And the BS Goes On - Far West Will no Longer be Using KS for Progress Updates Jul 13, 2019

    Ah, sweet "I'm a gonna punch Tenkar in the f'n throat!" Gareth. He sneaks a Far West update in on his dead intothefarwest.com website. How do you control the narrative? When you force conversations into forums you control.

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    E420 - The Roll For Initiative Podcast is Closing its Doors, But it Will Never Die Jul 12, 2019

    Vince Florio announced today that the Roll for Initiative Podcast is coming to an end after 10 years. Gaming podcasts in general owe Vince a debt of gratitude.

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    E419 - More Thoughts on Low Stats with a Voicemail from Old Man Grognard Jul 11, 2019

    Glen (Old Man Grognard) called the show to talk about low stats. It makes me think even more on the topic. Dangerous, I know ;)

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    E418 - You Get Me, You Really Do! Jul 10, 2019

    We have a new $50 backer on Patreon. Yes, Jason understands me ;)

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    E417 - On Kickstarters and Mental Health Jul 09, 2019

    It seems that many (if not most) of the Kickstarters that fund but fail to deliver in a timely manner (if at all) share a common denominator - their creators often have mental health issues.

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    E416 - Why You, as a Creator / Publisher should have Admin Control over Social Media Sites supporting your Publications Jul 08, 2019

    The main Tunnels & Trolls Facebook group went dark last week, leaving hundreds of T&T fans without a home. Although there is a new group to take its place, it shows what can happen in social media if a publisher doesnt have control over its own communities.

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    E415 - Thoughts on Low Ability Score Adventurers - Oh, and a "Go 'F'" Yourself Jul 07, 2019

    Who would really bring an Int 3 adventurer on an adventure? How would a Str 3 magic-user make the 5 mile trek to a dungeon? Oh, and a good ole' 'F U" to a jackass or two.

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    E414 - Commentary on the New LotFP Weird Fantasy Ref Book Indiegogo Update Jul 06, 2019

    An update? No way! And of course the issues mentioned would not be issues if this had only been completed in a timely fashion. Even hitting the ludicrous Jan 2019 date would have solved issues.

    https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/lotfp-hardcover-referee-book#/

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    E413 - Holiday Thoughts on Fireworks and Gunpowder in Fantasy Campaigns Jul 05, 2019

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    E412 - ENnie 2019 Nominations Announced - No LotFP, Paizo, or WotC in the Mix Jul 04, 2019

    Yep, the ENnies nominees were announced today. I make some picks and in turn, discover some interesting tools.

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    E411 - Are the Kickstartesr I Back for Reading or Collecting? Jul 03, 2019

    I find myself backing Kickstarters and then the books go directly on my gaming shelves. I need to read more or buy less ;)

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    E410 - On Sandboxes & Hex Crawls and Player Responsibility Jul 02, 2019

    Ivy calls the show. Then the talk turns towards sandboxes and hex crawls, and what players need to do for their GM.

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    E409 - There is a Tactical 5e CRPG on the Way - Apparently Using the OGL Jul 01, 2019

    Found this on ENWorld: Solasta: Crown of the Magister D&D Video Game Coming To Kickstarter. Not that even the publisher links to D&D. Hmmm.

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    E408 - Demonic Dungeon of the Bone Dreamer & Writing Adventures for Yourself, Convention Play and for for Others to Run Jun 30, 2019

    I'm working on an adventure for use in the Tenkar's Tavern One Shot Roleplaying Group, Shire Con and Gamehole - Demonic Dungeon of the Bone Dreamer. I talk a bit about the differences between writing an adventure for yourself, convention play and for others to run. Oh, and a bit more on "drones" with a voicemail from Glen Halstrom.

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    E407 - Drones, Voicemails, Open d6, Bunnies & Burrows and Far Away Land OSR Jun 29, 2019

    Today we have two voicemails, I talk about my definition of drones, Open d6 is now recognized at DTRPG, and Bunnies & Burrows and Far Way Land OSR have arrived!

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    E406 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with Ben Barsh (Pacesetter Games) Jun 28, 2019

    In today's episode I sit down with Ben Barsh of Pacesetter Games, perhaps best known for the Best Hair in the OSR ;) We talk all things gaming, gaming conventions, gaming Kickstarters & more!

    Reaping at River's End for 5e and S&W RPG! Kickstarter

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    E405 - More Support is More Gooder! Voicemails from Glenn, Ive, Laramie, Jeff & Joe - Phew! Jun 27, 2019

    Yep, voicemails doth overflow today. Wow. Thank you all for your support. It literally means the world to me.

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    E404 - Voicemails in Support - Oh My! Ivy Shorts is our Virtual Guest Host ;) Jun 26, 2019

    Heh. Ivy left four voicemails last night. With that kind of support, i know I'm in good hands.

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    E403 - Such Positive Feedback - But None Made Publicly for Fear of The Outrage Brigade Jun 24, 2019

    E401 and 402 have generated record numbers of plays in such a short period and some amazing support has been given, but fear of the Outrage Brigade prevents folks from making such publicly.

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    E402 - A Rant about Vagebooking by a Worthless Piece of Excrement Jun 23, 2019

    A yes, gotta love when someone slings shit and you, but won't name you because they don't have the confidence to back up their own words.

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    E401 - The OSR, Inclusivity, Gatekeeping, Walled Gardens, Safe Spaces & a Sweet Gaming Table Jun 23, 2019

    I argue that the OSR is more inclusive than the Gatekeepers of the "walled gardens" and "safe spaces" allow their small communities to ever be. And damn, this is a sweet gaming table!

    https://ultimategametable.com/

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    E400 - Is Morrus / ENWorld F'n with a 2013 Kickstarter Backer & Denying Him his KS Reward out of Spite? Jun 22, 2019

    I know what its like do deal with asshole customers (I worked retail for 8 1/2 years) I also know what it is like dealing with an angry public that makes things personal when you can't respond in kind (cop for 20 years) Is is worth 100 British Pounds to make an asshole that you've wronged go away and not fuck with you current Kickstarter? I would call that money well spent. I guess Morrus / ENWorld doesn't see it the same way.

    https://www.rpgpub.com/threads/kickstarter-a-touch-more-class-is-live-and-funded-in-just-4-minutes.3144/

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    E399 - Blue Yeti in the House and some Mutant Future / Gamma World thoughts & memories Jun 21, 2019

    Thanks to my listeners I got to up the microphone from a headset to a Blue Yeti. Holy shit! Heck, I even have something to say about Mutant Future & Gamma World. Oh my!

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    E398 - Some Further B/X Thoughts & Houserules Jun 20, 2019

    Yep, more thoughts on B/X, clerics and houserules.

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    E397 - Voicemail Extravaganza! Ivy, Tim & Red Dice x 2 :) Jun 19, 2019

    You want voicemails? We have voicemails! Ivy Shorts, Tim Shorts & Red Dice Diaries x 2! Good times!

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    E396 - Thoughts on Cleric Spells in B/X Jun 18, 2019

    I'm playing a cleric in Tim Short's Komar Forest B/X campaign, and I'm starting to realize even with a selection of spells, there really isn't much of a selection of spells for clerics...

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    E395 - Stacy D & James Raggi Updates Jun 17, 2019

    Stacey has been threatened with legal action from three directions. LotFP Ref book is still weighing James down.

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    E394 - Some Father's Day Gaming Thoughts with Shannon & Tenkar Jun 16, 2019

    My niece Shannon is spending the night in preparation for tomorrow's Father's Day (and Rach's birthday) celebration. We have some thoughts on Father's Day and gaming..

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    E393 - Podcast Advice Inspired by JoeTheLawyer's 50th Episode Jun 15, 2019

    JoeTheLawyer offered some excellent advice to podcasters on his recent 50th episode. Inspired by Joe, I follow up with some additional advice for podcasters (and bloggers)

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    E392 - Zak S Sues Mandy for Defamation in Ottowa - I Read Zak's Statement Jun 14, 2019

    Quite simply, I read Zak S' statement regarding his defamation lawsuit against Mandy in Ottowa. I do make some commentary and express some opinions.

    https://officialzsannouncements.blogspot.com/2019/06/im-suing.html


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    E391 - Designer & Makers Fireside Chat with David Baity (Dark Trails RPG) Jun 13, 2019

    Tonight I sat down with David Baity of the Dark Trails RPG (powered by DCC RPG). Be advised, there was an audio dropout.

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    E390 - James Mathe (RPGNow Founder) has Passed & Other News Jun 12, 2019

    James Mathe, the founder of RPGnow has passed, plus other gaming news.

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    E389 - NTRPG Con Midnight Auction - With My Epic Fail trying to Find Something I had that WAS NOT in Bill Meinhardt's Collection Jun 11, 2019

    What's better then a Midnight Auction at NTRPG Con? Looking over the index to the most complete collection of tabletop gaming related material in the world. I thought I had some unique pieces in my collection but...

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    E388 - NTRPG Con Live With Glen Halstrom, Vince Florio, Matt Finch & Bad Mike Jun 09, 2019

    We hung out at the closed Frog God booth tonight and had a blast. NTRPG Con is the shit ;)

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    E387 - NTRPG Con Live "Talking Crit" With Bad Mike, Special Guests and a Mini Bar - Oh My! Jun 08, 2019

    I sat down with Bad Mike late last night (Friday) in the man gaming room at NTRPG Con for a live, open Talking Crit. Random special quests include JE Shields, Edwin Nagey, Ben Burns, Pexx, Ben Marsh (Best Hair in the OSR) and others.

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    E386 - Tegal Manor is NOT a Safe Space - NTRPG Con Day 2 Jun 08, 2019

    Today was Day Two of NTRPG Con. Tegal Manor is not a safe space. Still, my whole party survived, damn it!

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    E385 - NTRPG Con - Day One - Booth Babe Bartender Jun 07, 2019

    I spent most of my day working the Frog God Booth and it was fun. I need more peeps to stop by tomorrow ;)

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    E384 - The Eagle has Landed in DFW - NTRPG Con Jun 06, 2019

    We have a voicemail from Jeff about influence and control. Then I talk about my flight to DFW and some of the great people I met the night BEFORE the con...

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    E383 - Wherein Our Gaming Group Went Shopping for "Potterei" ;) Jun 05, 2019

    Tim Shorts is one of the finer DMs you will find. Someone needs to get him to a convention :)

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    E382 - Thoughts on Gatekeeping & Influence Jun 03, 2019

    This is kinda a follow up to yesterdays episode (382), where I now talk about the false dynamics of "Gatekeeping" and the illusion of influence.

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    E381 - Rant - Why Would You Want an OSR Alternate Community with a Cock & Scrotum Logo? Jun 03, 2019

    Yesterday I hung out with my old high school gaming group. Also, someone decided that a cock & scrotum made an excellent logo for an alternative OSR community called Sword Dream. What were they thinking!?!

    Actually, Cock & Scrotum could make for a decent RPG title or a nice pub name in game...

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    E380 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with Alex Kammer Jun 02, 2019

    Tonight's Fireside Chat is with Alex Kammer, best known for Gamehole Con each fall in Madison, Wisconsin. Alex is also an adventure writer, and is the author of the currently being Kickstarted Sea King's Malice: a 5E Adventure in the Deadly Depths by Frog God Games. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/froggodgames/sea-kings-malice-a-5e-adventure-in-the-deadly-dept?ref=user_menu https://www.gameholecon.com/ Support Tavern Chat https://anchor.fm/tavernchat/support Support the Tavern Chat Podcast on Patreon Read the Tenkar's Tavern Blog Join the Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server RPG Breakfast Club Coast to Coast Podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E381 - My Initial Thoughts on Good Omens (Amazon Prime) Jun 02, 2019

    My impressions on the new Amazon Prime series, Good Omens. In short, this is a "must watch."

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    E379 - Voicemail Follow-up on Literacy and a $750 Preorder for WFRP 4e May 31, 2019

    Joe Yoder calls in with some thoughts on using churches to fight illiteracy and Cubicle 7 has a $750 pre-order for the revised yet classic The Enemy Within Campaign.

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    E378 - Follow Up to Bequeathing Your Gaming Collection and Thoughts on NTRPG Con May 30, 2019

    We've got a voice mail regarding yesterday's topic about your gaming collection after death, and some thoughts on NTRPG Con.

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    E377 - Thoughts on Gaming Collection Inheritance (Prepare Now) May 29, 2019

    Bad Mike (NTRPG Con) talked with me about Mike Cary (con regular) passing unexpectedly and the burden now on his mother to dispose of his collection properly. Follow up with Bad Mike at a later date.

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    E376 - Follow Up to Thoughts on Literacy in Game and Dealing with Intoxication when Gaming May 28, 2019

    Evil Jeff calls in with thoughts on Literacy in gaming campaigns. I ponder about playing intoxicated while being intoxicated.

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    E375 - The Effects of Weather in Fantasy Campaigns (with Live Weather Effects) May 26, 2019

    I ponder weather effects in fantasy campaigns as I sit on a back porch in the Poconos with thunder in the background.

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    E374 - Idle Thoughts on Education and Literacy in Fantasy Worlds May 26, 2019

    I'm away for the weekend in the Pocono Mountains of Northeast PA. I talk about some thoughts regarding literacy and eduction in fantasy settings.

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    E373 - Live with JoeTheLawyer & Rach at Faile House (W 33rd Street NYC) May 24, 2019

    Joe, Rach and I hit the Complete Strategist in NYC before hitting the Faile House. Good food, great cider and excellent conversation.

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    E372 - Tim Shorts Calls Out JoeTheLawyer (and the end of Renovations) May 24, 2019

    Tim Shorts calls in to tell JoeTheLawyer exactly how he feels about Joe's Rot Grub whining. And holy shit, renovations have been completed at the Casa de Tenkar.

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    E371 - Urban Adventures, Tunnels & Trolls and an Atari Lynx May 23, 2019

    Tonight on the Discord Server we talk about Urban Adventures (and i give my . thoughts here), Tunnels & Trolls (I run down my collection of the various editions of the rules) and I found my Atari Lynx from 29 years ago.

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    E370 - JoeTheLawyer, Rot Grubs & More May 22, 2019

    Ivy suggests we keep the consecutive numbering (we did), Joe wants to talk about Rot Grubs (ditto), Casa de Tenkar is STILL posting a Renovations sign.

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    E369 - Random Tavern Business & Talk of a NTRPG Con Tavern Hangout May 21, 2019

    Yep, catching up on all things Tavern as well as spitballing a Tavern Hangout at NTRPG Con.

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    E368 - Last Episode of Game of Thrones Review / Rant - Spoilers (Don't Say I didn't Warn You!) May 20, 2019

    I just finished watching the last episode of Game of Thrones. John Snow is a fucking Emo! Spoilers. Warning Will Robinson!

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    E367 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with TheGlen (Mystara) May 19, 2019

    In today's episode I sit down for a Fireside Chat with TheGlen. Who is TheGlen? Ever hear of Mystara? Well, he has is fingers well placed in that particular pie...

    http://www.pandius.com/gwelch.html

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    E366 - New Season now with Voicemails, Kickstarter News and More May 18, 2019

    Voicemails from JoeTheLawyer and Ivy Shorts. Renovations Continue at Casa de Tenkar. Dark Trails is blazing a path over on Kickstarter.

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2059365241/dark-trails-rpg/description

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    E365 - The 365th Episode! Woot! Oh, and we Even Have Industry News! May 17, 2019

    We couldn't have done a daily yearly podcast without you, the listener. I can't thank you enough. Also, a future rant. Tariffs will soon hit the gamers wallet and Cubicle 7 gets the Warhammer 40k RPG license.

    http://www.enworld.org/forum/content.php?6310-Warhammer-40K-Wrath-Glory-Now-Tp-Be-Produced-By-Cubicle-7!

    https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/43201/games-books-periodicals-toys-targeted-new-round-china-tariffs

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    E364 - FireSide Chat with Laramie (Tavern Mensch & Bearer of Cider) May 16, 2019

    In this FireSide Chat I hangout with Laramie (Tavern Mensch & Bearer of Cider). Laramie is well known for being a huge Hackmaster fan (not Castles & Crusades - my bad ) We have an excellent chat, and if I didn't have to run to physical therapy we would have kept on going ;)

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    E363 - Fireside Chat with Pexx (Tavern Custodian & Hand of the Tavern Keeper) May 14, 2019

    In today's Fireside Chat I sit down with Pexx, the Tavern Custodian & my Right Hand. We talk Frog God, Kickstarter, conventions, gaming, geekdom and more. Oh, and all things Tavern ;)

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    E362 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with Rokoma (Saga RPG) May 14, 2019

    I sit down with Rokoma (Jessie) from Saga RPG. We got way off the rails and go in directions neither one of us would have guessed.

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    E361 - Wherein I Rant About Season 8 Episode 5 of Game of Thrones (Minor Spoilers) May 13, 2019

    Minor spoiler alert. I talk about a death or two of some minor characters. More importantly, I rant about the death of a series I followed loyally for nearly 8 full seasons, only to be given a shitburger on the way out.

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    E360 - Go Joe! and a Look at Legacy May 11, 2019

    JoeTheLawyer calls back with a clarification on his OSR Wikileaks comment and I talk legacy and what it means.

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    E359 - Colin & Joe Call In - I Talk About My Prior Rant and More Yygsburgh May 11, 2019

    Colin talks about real Nazis, I talk about the tern Nazi thrown about as a crutch, Joe compares me to Wikileaks and I talk about the ongoing conversation about Yggsburgh over in the Tenkar's Tavern Facebook Community.

    https://www.facebook.com/groups/849179298513223/

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    E358 - An Email from Yggsburgh's Past and a Legal Resolution to an Incident from Last Summer May 10, 2019

    It seems like I'll be gaining access to emails from just before and after Gary's untimely passing regarding his Castle Zagyg project. Oh, and the Jeremy Hambly / Matt Fantastic legal action has been resolved. See, not the legal action you were looking for ;)

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    E357 - Paizo 5e Follow Up & Bethesda Plagiarizing from the DM's Guild May 09, 2019

    JoeTheLawyer calls in with some thoughts on Paizo publishing for D&D 5e. Also in 5e news, Bethesda pretty much does an outright plagerism of a DM's Guild Adventure..

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    E356 - 500 Frog God Bucks up for Grabs and Gail lumps Alex and Tom Together May 08, 2019

    Want to win some Frog God Games store credit? As much as 400 for yourself (and leave crumbs for another). Details at: https://www.tenkarstavern.com/2019/05/frog-god-games-competition-500-bucks-in.html. What does Gail Gygax think Tom DeSanto and Alex Gygax have in common? The Sounds of Silence...

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    E355 - Just How Many Virtual Table Tops Have I Played With? May 07, 2019

    Kloogewerks, ScreenMonkey, Maptools and more - oh my! Oh, and Fantasy Ground Unity is Kickstarting...

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/smiteworks/fantasy-grounds-unity/description

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    E354 - An Ugly Kickstarter and a Good Kickstarter May 06, 2019

    Want to get burned on Traveller5 yet again? Here's you chance. Want an excellent DCC RPG KS? Grab The Crypt in Cadaver Canyon & More! now.

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/475776114/the-crypt-in-cadaver-canyon-and-more/description

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/traveller5/traveller-fifth-edition

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    E353 - Paizo to Publish for 5e & Renovations at Casa de Tenkar May 05, 2019

    Yep, Paizo will be releasing a 5e book with their latest crowdfunding project (NOT via Kickstarter or Indiegogo). Renovations continue at Casa de Tenkar.

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    E352 - A Rant in Support of Courtney Campbell May 04, 2019

    I hate when those that don't add to the community falsely label members of the community. Thanks to mud slung at Courtney I have an expletive filled rant.

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    E351 - Joint Statement of BJ Hensley and Frog God Games May 03, 2019

    Joint Statement of BJ Hensley and Frog God Games read by your's truly. Renovations continue in La Casa Tenkar :)

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    E350 - Digging Out Treasures Prepping for Renovations May 02, 2019

    I really have too much gaming shit. I found some stuff I hadn't seen in years earlier tonight. Heck, i found one thing I thought I had never received...

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    E349 - Far Away Land OSR Kickstarter - I Even Wrote a Forward :) May 01, 2019

    The was some legal lawyering activity on my end earlier today having NOTHING t do with any of the current drama. More importantly, Far Away Lands OSR is funding on Kickstarter!

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/305572273/far-away-land-old-school-role-playing-game/description

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    E348 - No Lawyer Episode (Really) - Alien the RPG and OSR Far Away Land Apr 30, 2019

    Who needs a lawyer? Not Gail Gygax apparently! Also, Alien the RPG and OSR Far Away Land Kickstarter.

    https://alien-rpg.com/

    https://unicourt.com/case/ca-la23-tom-desanto-vs-gail-gygax-243533?fbclid=IwAR2-yfrCCeSq3kYhjdPgp9DFtdchtloGfejqlZJ72cdrJbWaONBISxVTn7A

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    E347 - More Lawyers and Game of Thrones (No Spoilers) Apr 29, 2019

    I watched Season 8, Episode 3 of Game of Thrones tonight. What a thrill ride. Also, Joe the Layers sent me some follow up text messages regarding the Tom deSanto / Gail Gygax lawsuit.

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    E346 - Tom DeSanto is Looking for $300K plus in Legal Fees from Gail Gygax Apr 28, 2019

    Gail Gygax was nice enough to share some emails she received from the law office that Tom DeSanto has retained in his lawsuit against Gail. Additionally, I explain how criminal and civil courts differ and how decisions are made in civil court. It is much less cut and dry than in a criminal court.

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    E345 - Statement by Bill Webb (Frog God Games) Apr 27, 2019

    I read Bill Webb's (Frog God Games) statement from earlier today without comment.

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    Link to the original post on the frog God Games website: https://froggodgames.com/frogs/statement-by-bill-webb/?fbclid=IwAR2SnzK2mmpX5HgZnm8r3vVik-Azjh47kw6NBE3BLOGTgrK9pk-3TO393X4

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    E344 - Steve Jackson Games Sales Decline for Fourth Straight Year Apr 26, 2019

    Steve Jackson Games shared its Report to the Stakeholders for 2018. ICv2 takes a look at the results and so do I.

    http://www.sjgames.com/general/stakeholders/

    https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/43050/steve-jackson-sales-decline-fourth-year

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    E343 - We Sample Some of the Weekly Tavern Chat Hangout Apr 25, 2019

    We recorded some of tonight's (4/24) weekly Wednesday night Tavern Chat. Join us weekly at 9 PM Eastern every Wednesday on the Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server. All are welcome. Join the Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server

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    E342 - Some Valid Arguments from both Sides of the Magic Missile / Mirror Image Debate (with more voicemails) Apr 24, 2019

    Evil Jeff and Old Man Grognard chime in on Magic Missile and Mirror Image. Oh my! Someone might be close to changing my mind...

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    E341 - RPG Sales were up 18% in 2018 Apr 22, 2019

    From ICV2 - https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/43024/hobby-game-sales-total-1-5-billion-2018 hobby game sales were down 3% last year (driven by an 14% drop in Collectible Games - think Magic the Gathering, Pokeman and the like) while RPG sales were up 18%. Interesting times.

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    E340 - I Pop Open a Can of Gygax Beer! Apr 22, 2019

    My brother in law sent me over a can of Gygax Beer for my Easter Dinner. I pop one open and give my taste review :)

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    E339 - You Got Your Magic Missile in my Mirror Image (Move Voicemail - More Better) Apr 21, 2019

    Evil Jeff chimes in on the Magics Missile / Mirror Image discussion. I compare the B/X and AD&D 1e versions of the spell. Blessed holidays to all.

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    E338 - More Magic Missile Talk (We got Voicemails) Apr 20, 2019

    Ah, Magic Missile. Not just a simple 1st level spell. Further commentary from Glen Halstrom and JoeTheEawyer.

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    E337 - Magic Missile has a Duration of 1 Turn in B/X - I Never Knew Apr 19, 2019

    It came up in last night's weekly Tavern Chat hangout on the Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server - in B/X, Magic Missile had a duration of 1 turn, allowing for some interesting implementations.

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    E336 - News - Licensed AD&D 2e Come to Fantasy Grounds (and a wee bit of Aged Advice ;) Apr 18, 2019

    Yep, licensed AD&D 2e has come to Fantasy Grounds. Barrel Rider Games joins forces with Gallant Knight. What happens when your Magic Missiles come into contact with Mirror Images (we are talking "Aged Advice" ;)

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    E335 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with Jacob (Nerdolopedia) (Smunchy Games) Apr 17, 2019

    In today's episode I have a Fireside Chat with Jacob of Nerdolopedia and Smunchy Games. We talk game-mastering, VTTS vs Face-to-Face gaming, livestreams, Kickstarter and more.

    https://www.nerdolopedia.com/

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    E334 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with Jayson "Rocky" Gardner (Silver Bulette) Apr 16, 2019

    In today's Designers & Makers Fireside Chat I sit down with Jayson "Rocky" Gardner of Silver Bulette. We talk publishing, the latest Kickstarter and generally chew the fat.

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/599310737/creeping-cold

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    E333 - I Only Recently Realized Elves in Swords & Wizardry Must be Multi-Classed or Single Class Thieves Apr 15, 2019

    Apparently I need to read my RPG rulebook just a wee bit closer going forward. I just recently realized Elves in Swords & Wizardry can only be fighter/magic-users, fighter/magic-user/thieves or plain old thieves. No single class fighters or magic-users, and no multi classing with just thief and a singe other class. Go figure.

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    E332 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with Frank (Mottokrosh Machinations) Apr 14, 2019

    In the latest of our Designers & Makers Fireside Chats I sit down with Frank from Mottokrosh Machinations. Frank likes to convert adventures and source materials on the fly between systems and the system his is about to release - Hypertellurians (and which can be found on his website - https://mottokrosh.com/) or direct link (https://mottokrosh.com/hypertellurians/core/) is made to be conversion friendly from other systems.

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    E331 - All the News That's Fit to Listen To ;) Apr 13, 2019

    We have a voicemail from old Man Grognard. There is a gamer in need of a new kidney, a monthly 5e magazine in the works, more Midderlands and B'X Essentials is now Old School Essentials. https://www.gofundme.com/7r4ky3-dakota039s-kidney-fund Support Tavern Chat https://anchor.fm/tavernchat/support Support the Tavern Chat Podcast on Patreon Read the Tenkar's Tavern Blog Join the Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server RPG Breakfast Club Coast to Coast Podcast

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    James Smith (Dreams of Mythic Fantasy) Has Passed Far too Soon Apr 12, 2019

    James Smith (Dreams of Mythic Fantasy) passed yesterday. He was one of the early OSR bloggers and his return to the blogging scene in November of 2018 was long overdue. God bless. Far too soon.

    https://www.forevermissed.com/james-albert-smith-jr/#about

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    E329 - Spell Components, Segments, Limited Shield Use - Rules From 1e Missing from Most OSR Games Apr 11, 2019

    Verbal, Somatic, Material - the three types of spell components in AD&D 1e. How much of that has carried over to the OSR clones. Segments, spell interruption, shield size and number of use - we've dropped them all.

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    E328 - What is Tenkar's One-Shot Roleplaying? Apr 10, 2019

    Thanks to James Spahn, we now have the Tenkar's One Shot Roleplaying Community on Facebook. So, what exactly is TOSR? Listen and find out...

    https://www.facebook.com/groups/2317672128253902/

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    E327 - Kotaku Among the Properties Sold at Fire Sale Prices to a Private Equity Firm Apr 09, 2019

    Gizmodo and its associated properties were sold earlier today to a private equity firm for less than half the price that was paid for them in 2016. Expect a significant number of layoffs and resurgence of#learntocode.

    https://www.niemanlab.org/2019/04/gizmodo-media-group-is-sold-to-a-private-equity-firm-and-univision-is-out-of-the-english-language-website-business/

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    E326 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with Glynn Seal (Monkeyblood) Apr 07, 2019

    In today's installment in the Designers & Makers Fireside Chats I sit down with Glynn Seal - aka Monkeyblood. Glynn is one of the premier mapmakers in the OSR and his Midderlands setting is second to none. Be warned - our recording app hiccuped about 27 minutes into the episode, but we recovered. We talk everything and anything related RPG and old school gaming.

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/monkeyblooddesign/the-city-of-great-lunden/description

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    E325 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with James Spahn (Barrel Rider Games) Apr 07, 2019

    Tonight I sat down with James Spahn of Barrel Rider Games, White Star, White Box and so much more. James is a close friend and the conversation goes in some unexpected directions ;)

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    E324 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with Andrew (FASA Games) Apr 06, 2019

    Today I sat down for a Fireside Chat with Andrew, line developer for the 1879 RPG. We talk games, gamemastering, historical alternative fiction and more.

    https://fasagames.com/1879-home/

    https://fasagames.com/catalog/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=108_111

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    E323 - Is Guilt Burning Down the House Gary Built? Apr 05, 2019

    Gail is still at it. More than a dozen disjointed postings on Facebook today about DeSanto, Luke Gygax and even little ole me. Could it be that the DeSanto lawsuit and the revelation of a second will that does not leave the rights to the IP with Gail (or her designated inheritor) after her death is pushing her to the edge. Or is it manipulation, and attempt to appear incompetent to get out of the lawsuit and the contract she signed. I was forwarded an interesting PM right before I recorded this which may change your mind...

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    E322 - Revisionist History Updates by Gail Gygax Apr 04, 2019

    Gail returns with a dream and tells us that Gary is visiting her and helping her write an adventure. Interesting times.

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    E321 - News - John Wick (and his 7th Sea RPG) Joins Chaosium Apr 03, 2019

    When a Kickstarter funds at $1.3M and still fails to fully fulfill and needs a white knight like Chaosium to buy them and their obligations out, you know its just another day in the RPG Community ;)

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    E320 - No April Foolery - Gail Gygax Set to Tell Tales of Family Woe and More Apr 02, 2019

    Its April 1st and we have some foolery from Gail Gygax. She is planning a series of tell all postings on Facebook. Today I talk about her most recent postings.


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    E319 - A Fortune that is Kickstarter Relevant and Google+'s Last Day is April 1st - No Foolin'! Apr 01, 2019

    "Better to do something imperfectly than to do nothing perfectly". Oh, and April 1st, 2019 is the last day for Google+. You might be out of time to save your data.

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    E318 - Want a One Year Contract as a WotC's Community Manager? Position Opens April 1st - No Fooling Mar 31, 2019

    Satine Phoenix's contract as Community Manager for WotC's Dungeons & Dungeons brand ends on March 31st. Want to relocate to Seattle for a one year contract to work on the D&D Brand? Neither do I, but you never know ;)

    http://company.wizards.com/content/jobs?gh_jid=4235887002

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    E317 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with Jay (Feral Games) Mar 29, 2019

    In today's episode I sit down with Jay of Feral Games. We talk about Kickstarters, self publishing, Wraith Recon (funding on Kickstarter through March 31st, 2019), video and computer games of yore and much more.

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/feralgamers/wraith-recon-a-fantasy-rpg-of-covert-operations-an

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    E316 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with Cavin (YourProGM) Mar 29, 2019

    In the latest of the Designers & Makers series of Fireside Chats I sit down with Cavin aka YourProGM. We talk gaming expectations, gamemaster theory, social media and more. Strangely enough, we don't talk much about professional GMing. We'll have to do a follow up ;)

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    E315 - RPG Books Burned in China - Something to Fear? Mar 28, 2019

    The Sassoon Files, a Call of Cthulhu Mythos sourcebook, was destroyed by Chinese censors, reasons unknown. Is this something RPG publishers should be concerned about?

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    E314 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with Joshua Desa (Genius Loci Games) Mar 27, 2019

    In today's entry in the Designers & Makers series of Fireside Chats I sit down with Joshua Desa of Genius Loci Games. We talk publishing, kickstarters, past and future works, fair cost of art and generally chew the fat. INHO, Josh's Pyramid of the Lost King is one of the best setting / adventure releases one can find in the OSR. (yes, that there is an affiliate link)

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    E313 - 100k Plays, A Big Kaboom & More Gaming Mar 25, 2019

    The Tavern Chat Podcast should surpass 100k plays sometime on 3/25/19. Woot! In the first session of James Spahn's new Swords & Wizardry Complete Campaign, we blew ourselves up. And I get to play in Tim Shorts' new campaign tonight.

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    E312 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Owlbear (D20 Pro Virtual Table Top) Mar 25, 2019

    In this entry in the Designers & Makers series of Fireside Chats I sit down with Tobias / Owlbear of the D20Pro Virtual Table Top. We talk VTTs, gaming, systems and more.

    https://d20pro.com/

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    E311 - Bits & Pieces - Numbers, Wayward and Grabbing a Seat as a Player x2 Mar 23, 2019

    Tavern Chat is less than 500 plays from 100k. The Tenkar's Tavern Discord has over 1800 members. Ernest Gary Gygax Jr.'s Marmoreal Tomb Campaign Starter Kickstarter hits more snags - detailed critical review forthcoming. Oh, and I'm going to be playing in not one but TWO OSR campaigns starting Sunday / Monday. As a player! Woot!

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    E310 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with Alex Macris - Redux (New Release - Arbiter of Worlds) Mar 23, 2019

    Yep, I sat down, again, with Alex Macris, best known in the OSR for the Adventure Conquerer King System rules, to talk about his new release available on Amazon - Arbiter of Worlds: A Primer for Gamemasters https://amzn.to/2UPlfWp (note - this is an affiliate link and using such will support The Tavern)

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    E309 - Talking Crit with Erik & Mike - Gary Con & More Mar 22, 2019

    This is the first of a weekly series called Talking Crit with Erik & Mike. Michael Badolato (Bad Mike) and myself (Erik Tenkar) are well known to be able to riff of each other for hours on end. We've been told we should take the show to the podcast airwaves and so we have. We talk Gary Con, a pulled Kickstarter, Paizo, WotC and whatever else catches our attention. Squirrel!

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    E308 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Jeff "Jolhoeft" (Virtua Rasa VTT) Mar 21, 2019

    In today;s Fireside Chat I talk with Jeff "Jolhoeft" of the Virtua Rasa Virtual Table Top. We had some technical issues with the voice server on Discord while recording the first 25 minutes or so, but we ended the chat strong :)

    Basic Access to Virtua Rasa is free. We’re trying to fund Virtua Rasa entirely with the community’s support! We don’t collect anything but your email address, and we don’t sell anyone’s personal information or send any unsolicited email — we only need your email to help you reset your password if you forget it.

    https://virtuarasa.com/vr/

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    E307 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Janet (World Anvil) Mar 20, 2019

    I sat down with Janet of World Anvil for a Fireside Chat. World Anvil is an amazing tool for authors, artists and most importantly for us, Gamemasters. Janet and I discuss the history of World Anvil and some of its many features. Best of all, its basic features are free :)

    https://www.worldanvil.com/about

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    E306 - How Swords & Wizardry Light Came to Be or Ain't Retirement Grand? Mar 18, 2019

    There is a narrative going around the gaming community that I wrote Swords & Wizardry Light to steal the thunder from Swords & Wizardry Complete 3rd Printing. I figured its time to set the record straight.

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    E305 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with Courtney Campbell (Hack & Slash) Round Two Mar 18, 2019

    Today we bring back Courtney Campbell, he of the Hack & Slash blog and author of the recent Autarch release - Eyrie of the Dread Eye.

    (there is an affiliate link above. using the Tavern's affiliate links help to support The Tavern)

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    E304 - Found My Voice and Huge Kickstarter Roundup Mar 17, 2019

    Tonight I highlight well over a dozen really cool gaming Kickstarters.

    Google is your friend :)

    Strange New World Gazetteer: Weird Colonial Roleplaying Zine

    An RPG and OSR setting zine for adventuring in a strange fantasy version of colonial America. Fearsome creatures, witchcraft and weird.


    Xboat: a Traveller RPG 'zine

    A fanzine supporting the Traveller role-playing game. #ZineQuest


    Fantasy World Creator + APP: Modular tiles for TABLETOP RPG

    Write your adventure with the included APP, create maps and make them live with creatures token. REPRINTED and UPDATED VERSION


    DCC RPG Module: Reckoning of the Gods-Into the Shadow Realm

    Trespass into a parallel realm to heist the hoard of an ancient evil. A booklet of two level 3 DCC RPG adventures (adapts to any RPG).


    The City of Great Lunden

    A City Setting for Old School RPGs - The Midderlands setting compatible.


    Spiral Isles

    A pointcrawl adventure module for 5th Edition and Swords and Wizardry rulesets.


    Lost Classes and Cannibal Corpses - Two Original RPG Zines

    One Zine featuring re-imaginings of two character classes from proto RPG days. One adventure module.


    Terror of the Stratosfiend : A DCC RPG Zine

    A new tentacle and sorcery zine for the DCC RPG. (ZineQuest)


    Traveller RPG: The Journal of the Travellers Aid Society

    The Journal of the Traveller's Aid Society returns, in a brand new full colour, slipcase format.


    Wizard Burial Ground: A Dungeon-Punk RPG Book (Zine Quest)

    Prog Rock inspired Dungeon-Punk resource book full of plot hooks, monsters, NPCs, and magic items (Zine Quest)


    Metal Gods of Ur-Hadad Zine Returns!

    Four years in the making, the original Metal Gods team returns for three more issues of metal-fueled mayhem for the DCC RPG


    Draugr & Draculas

    An old-school RPG zine about undead vikings and vampires


    Mercenaries Spies & Private Eyes RPG by Michael Stackpole

    A New Edition of the rulebook for Mercenaries, Spies, and Private Eyes (MSPE) a modern role playing game by Michael Stackpole.


    Secrets of the World Harvesters

    An RPG adventure for DCC (Dungeon Crawl Classics)


    The Folio: Black Label #1

    A fantasy adventure for a more refined RPG gamer in both classic AD&D and 5th Edition D&D formats.


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    E303 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with Aurelien (Koryo Hall of Adventures) Mar 16, 2019

    In today's entry in the series of Designer's & Makers Fireside Chats I sit down with Aurelien Laine, writer and designer of the forthcoming Koryo Hall of Adventures, a setting book and adventure seeds and hooks with a Korean twist.

    http://hallofadventures.com/

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    E302 - Dramatic Reading of a Con Man Ken Email Exchange Mar 15, 2019

    Huge tip of the hat to Louis Desy Jr, without whose ability to engage Ken in conversation, this would not be possible. Thanks to Ken for bring Ken. Oh, and thanks to Spinward Traveler, the gift that keeps on giving...

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    E301 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Ben (Virtua Rasa VTT) Mar 14, 2019

    In this, the latest Designers & Makers Fireside Chat, I sit down with Ben from the Virtua Rasa Virtual Table Top. We talk VTTs and other gaming goodies.

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    E300 - I Got Fake Newsed By Frank - Oh, and its Episode 300! Mar 12, 2019

    So, apparently Frank was making a funny about the DNC being in Milwaukee in July. Ah well, I still appreciate my usual sources that send me links and screenshots, even if we did get punked ;) 300 episode 300 in 300 days - damn. 8 Fireside Chats in 8 days starting tonight. Double damn!

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    E299 - Frank Con, Con Man Ken and Con Crud - What a Day Mar 12, 2019

    Oh my. What a day. Rach and I returned from Gary Con earlier today. Not as early as it would have been if taxis had been running as usual at LGA. Getting on the wrong Select Bus and heading towards 106 Street in Manhattan wasn't helpful. I think I'm coming down with some con crud. Frank M wants to do a con in July and needs organizers. I also think he needs more time - its in 4 months. And the return of Con Man Ken.

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    Gary Con Fireside Chat with Rach Mar 11, 2019

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    E297 - Gary Con Day 3 and Ken Whitman Spins His Wheels with the Spinward Traveller Kickstarter Mar 10, 2019

    Rappan Athuk - The Mouth of Doom 3d Terrain was auction off at Gary Con earlier today. Tomorrow is my last day to run it. Ken Whitman gives the Spinward Traveller Kickstarter its first update in 2 1/2 years. You go Kenny!

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    E296 - Gary Con Day 2 - Unionized Demons Renovate Rappan Athuk's Mouth of Doom Mar 09, 2019

    We kicked off the Rappan Athuk: Mouth of Doom series of sessions at Gary Con this morning. The set up is a bit mixed up, but that's what happens when unionized demons are in charge of the renovations ;)

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    E295 - Kotaku Article on Gygax is Out - Fluff Piece Gone Wrong Mar 08, 2019

    The Kotaku article on Gail Gygax went live today. It was supposed to be a fluff piece for Gail, but instead it makes her look paranoid and in need of some professional help. The two paragraphs on me were interestingly full of inaccuracies. The only Memorial Gary needs is Gary Con.

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    E294 - Follow Up on Falling Down and Some Legal Thoughts on Trademarks Mar 06, 2019

    We have voicemails from Jason Hobbs and Joethelawyer as well as an anonymous (but known by me) email regarding falling from grace. Why listen to me when you can listen to my betters :)

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    E293 - Reporter Redux - Now With Secret Offensive Jokes Mar 06, 2019

    Yep, our reporter friend is back, now with secret screenshots of me making offensive jokes about Gail Gygax. As you might expect, I talk about the latest letter.

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    E292 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with VBWyrde Elthos RPG & Mythos Machine) Mar 05, 2019

    In tonight's Designer's & Makers Fireside Chat I sit down at the virtual bar with VBWyrde. VB has written his own RPG called Elthos but also a world building app / service called the Mythos Machine. We delve deep into the granularity of both and I begin to fanboy the Mythos Machine. You have been warned ;)

    Elthos RPG Website: https://elthos.com/ Elthos RPG Rules Books: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/pub/9675/ElthosRPG or https://elthos.com/product/elthos-rpg-core-rules-book/

    Mythos Machine - Live Site: https://mythosmachine.elthos.com/ Mythos Machine - Free Open Beta / Test Site: https://test.mm.elthos.com/ Mythos Machine - World Weaver's Strategy Guide: https://mythosmachine.elthos.com/OutwardDocumentation/WorldWeaverStrategyGuide.htm

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    E291 - Are We at Fault? Have we Made Godlings out of Imperfect Heroes and Doomed them to Fall from Grace? Mar 04, 2019

    Are we at fault, at least to some extent, for the inability of our gaming heroes to admit to their own faults, their human weaknesses and instead encourage them them to do everything they can to save their image, an image we as a community have helped to create, even if it means mistruths, misdirection and worse being told to that very community? They are, after all, simply human but we don't allow them to ask for that very human gesture - forgiveness.

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    E290 - Wherein I Explain How I Came to My Conclusion over the Frank Mentzer Dragonsfoot Fiasco Mar 03, 2019

    I received an email (echoing many of the comments I've seen on Facebook and elsewhere) questioning my conclusions on the Frank Mentzer Dragonsfoot Fiasco based on the grounds that Frank is an honorable man that would not lie. I like Frank. Really. He was one of the first of the "old guard" to acknowledge me and the Tenkar's Tavern blog.

    That doesn't mean I ignore evidence because I like the man. In today's episode I give some insights into my background in handling investigations such as this.

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    E289 - Kickstarter Roundup - Lost City of Immersive Hexed Booze of the Metal Consortium Mar 02, 2019

    In today's episode I highlight seven interesting and currently funding Kickstarters.

    The World of the Lost Lands - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/froggodgames/the-world-of-the-lost-lands/description

    City of the Hobgoblin King: 3D Printable Fantasy RPG Terrain - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/700625190/city-of-the-hobgoblin-king-3d-printable-fantasy-rp/description

    Immersive Battle Maps for Tabletop Roleplaying Games - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/atlasmundi/immersive-battle-maps-for-tabletop-roleplaying-gam

    Metal Gods of Ur-Hadad Zine Returns! - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/400735011/metal-gods-of-ur-hadad-zine-returns/description

    Hex Tile content Add-Ons for MapForge map-making software - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/battlegrounds/hex-tile-content-add-ons-for-mapforge-map-making-s

    Cade's Big Book o' Booze - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1988380379/cades-big-book-o-booze/description

    Era: The Consortium Miniatures and 5th Anniversary - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/shadesofvengeance/era-the-consortium-miniatures-and-5th-anniversary?ref=37slcl

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    E288 - Frank M Posts a Rebuttal of Sorts to Facebook - I discuss a small piece of it Mar 01, 2019

    Frank Mentzer shared a post on Facebook addressing his Dragonsfoot drama and later Jessica Price accusations. Today I look at Frank's explanation for the Dragonsfoot situation and why it falls apart under scrutiny.

    https://www.facebook.com/frank.mentzer/posts/2166010183478721

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    E287 - Voicemail Catch Up on the Zak S Drama Feb 28, 2019

    Between TotalCon and Fireside Chats, I've been neglecting voicemails. Today, we catch up on voicemails from Laramie (Tavern Mensch on the Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server) and Spikepit (Podcaster Supreme)

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    E286 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Thom Wilson (Throwi Games) Feb 27, 2019

    In this installment of the Designers & Makers series of Fireside Chats I sit down with Thom of Throwi Games. We talk Swords & Wizardry, Gamma World, Kickstarters, Frog God Games, Zines and more.

    http://www.throwigames.com/

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    E285 - Designers & Makers - A Fireside Chat with Don of Hellebarde Games Feb 26, 2019

    Today I sat down with Don of Hellebarde Games. We talk Castle & Crusades, Gary Gygax, Troll Lords, Kickstarters and more.

    https://hellebardegames.com/

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    E284 - Return from TotalCon & Back to Tavern Stuff ;) Feb 25, 2019

    Rach and I have returned from TotalCon, and it was good. Seriously, I don't know how I managed to miss it all of these years.

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    E283 - Mini Fireside Chat with Rach, Recorded Live at Total Con - Special Guest Angela, Con Director Feb 23, 2019

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    E282 - Gen Con Bans Zak S - Do We Now Have a Slippery Slope? Feb 23, 2019

    Its been building over the last week and a half, but the un-personing of Zak S has pretty much been completed. I don't like Zak - I personally think he's a piece of shit. I just don't like companies banning and / or removing folks because they fear the small but vocal outrage brigade.

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    E281 - Total Con - Day 1 - Bar Talk with Lloyd Metchalf, Rocky Garner, and Stephan Pokorny Feb 22, 2019

    TotalCon. Beer. Bar. Talk.

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    E280 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with DasMachine (Lost Relic Industries) Feb 21, 2019

    In this episode in the series of Designers & Makers Fireside Chats I sit down with Brian / DasMachine of Lost Relic Industries, We talk about their current project - Swords & Shaman of Sonnegard (currently in a playtest beta), Kickstarters and more.

    https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/pub/13997/Lost-Relic-Industries-LLC?affiliate_id=1446 (note - affiliate link)

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    E279 - Removing Day - Zak S Removed from 5e Consultant credits & Frank Mentzer Removed as Guest of Honor at Gary Con Feb 19, 2019

    Wow. The titles literally says it all. The "unpersoning" of Zak S continues. Frank Mentzer is no longer a Guest of Honor at Gary Con. Strange times there are.

    https://dnd.wizards.com/articles/news/dndstatement

    https://garycon.com/blog/2019/02/18/harbinger-unheeded/

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    E278 - Designers & Maker - Fireside Chat with Krillion GreyDragon (D20Pro VTT) Feb 19, 2019

    On this episode of Tavern Chat we continue with our Designers & Makers series of Fireside Chats. Today I sit down at the virtual tabletop with Krillion GreyDragon. Krillion is a member of the D20Pro team. D20Pro is a virtual tabletop that allows folks from all over the world to play on a virtual tabletop. (VTT). Krillion and I talk VTTs, D20Pro, customer service, free online tools to make VTT tokens, gaming and board games and much more.

    https://d20pro.com/

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    E277 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Sean of Smunchy Games Feb 17, 2019

    In this episode, I speak with Sean of Smunchy Games. We talk about an upcoming KS (Paths: Temple of Ukro’Kaahto) give players "a GM in a box." Color me VERY intrigued. We also talk about Kickstarter in general, surveying the marketplace, lowering the bar to the entry to RPGs and much more.

    https://smunchygames.com/

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    E276 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Rich Fraser (Rich Fraser Productions / Cockatrice Nuggets Podcast) Feb 17, 2019

    In this episode I sit down with Rich Fraser (podcaster and small publisher) We talk D&D from Basic to 5e and points between, podcasting (and Rich's podcast Cockatrice Nuggets) and other sundries.

    Links: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/256659/Nuggets-1?affiliate_id=1446 (note - affiliate link but product is free)

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    E275 - Roll20 Got Hacked - 4 Million Account Records Listed for Sale Online Feb 15, 2019

    Yep, Roll20 (and a bunch of other sites) got hacked. 4 million Roll20 accounts are for sale (the bundle has a total of 127 million records for the bargain price of $14,500 in bitcoin.) Roll20 says passwords are safe and no financial data was stolen.

    https://techcrunch.com/2019/02/14/hacker-strikes-again/

    https://app.roll20.net/forum/post/7209691/roll20-security-breach

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    E274 - Zak S Rebuts and a Stacy D Defense of Zak S from 2017 Resurfaces Feb 14, 2019

    Yep, its still going on. Zak S responded to Mandy's accusations late last night. A defense of Zak by Stacy D from Feb 2017 resurfaces. Hypocricy at its best.

    https://archive.is/cPSMA#selection-865.0-869.184 (Stacy D)

    https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/350822570058055701/545467418265255938/unknown.png?width=333&height=536 (Stacy D)

    https://officialzsannouncements.blogspot.com/2019/02/the-statement.html (Zak S)

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    E273 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Rob Conley (Bat in the Attic) Feb 14, 2019

    Today I sit down with Rob Conley of Bat in the Attic (both blog and publisher). We talk Traveller, Swords & Wizardry, Points of Light, Blackmarsh, Judges Guild, Wilderlands, LARPS, blogs and the like.

    http://batintheattic.blogspot.com/

    http://www.batintheattic.com/

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    E272 - DriveThruRPG Bans All Future Titles Associated With Zak Smith, Contessa Makes a Statement re: Zak Feb 13, 2019

    Yep, the title says it all. The fallout continues.

    https://oneblogshelf.blogspot.com/2019/02/drivethrurpg-responds-to-current.html

    http://www.contessa.rocks/blog/contessa-statement-on-zak-smith?fbclid=IwAR2AGCWjowuYL4ly7UrStkKRNJku0TcaqetMgKuP7_9xpqSleW5Zy-kj7Pk

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    E271 - I Look at an Assortment of Virtual Table Tops Feb 12, 2019

    I was all psyched to talk VTTs with a developer of the D20Pro VTT when we had to reschedule. So, why not talk VTTs anyhow ;)

    Excellent listing of VTTs - http://rpgvirtualtabletop.wikidot.com/the-vts

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    E270 - Morbid Mandy Accuses Zak S of Abuse Feb 11, 2019

    Seems like you can't spit without finding allegations of abuse by an RPG creator underneath where your spittle lands. Earlier this evening, Morbid Mandy, Zak S' recently ex-girlfriend, posted a very personal and revealing post of the abuse she claims to have suffered at the hands of Zak. You can find the claims here: https://www.facebook.com/amandapatricianagy/posts/10215845527064252

    In today's episode, I talk a bit about the interactions I've had with Zak S online and why my experiences with Zak make Mandy's claims likely to be accurate in my view.

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    E269 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Puddles (Strange Gods Podcast) Feb 09, 2019

    Today I sat down for a fireside chat with Puddles of the Strange Gods Podcast (and soon to be released Swords & Wizardry / Blight Podcast).

    We talk gaming, cops shows, free range chickens, campaigns, TPKs and more. Oh, and I blush loud enough you should be able to hear it on the podcast. That's a first ;)

    Strange Gods Podcast - https://strangegodspodcast.com/

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    E268 - Designers & Makers Fireside Chat with SagaNick (Saga RPG) Feb 09, 2019

    In today's episode of Tavern Chat I have a virtual fireside chat with SagaNick of Saga RPG Publishing. We discuss some Kickstarter strategies, Rappan Athuk and more.

    Link to Saga RPG products on RPGNow (note - affiliate link)

    https://www.rpgnow.com/browse/pub/6808/SagaRPG?affiliate_id=1446

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    E267 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Courtney Campbell (Hack & Slash) Feb 07, 2019

    With this episode I have a fireside chat with Courtney Campbell of the Hack & Slash blog (among many other avenues of creativity.) We talk multiple income streams, creativity, love & hate, real life, drive, emotion, kickstarters, Con Man Ken, Gail, Gareth and everything under the sun. If you listen to only one episode on the Designers & Makers series of fireside chats, this might be the one to listen to.

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    E266 - Spotify Buys Anchor & A Reporter Wants to Interview Me (I Declined) Feb 07, 2019

    Yep. Anchor is now part of Spotify. Holy shit, right? Then a reporter wants to interview me about Gail Gygax. Yep, its a fun ride ;)

    https://adexchanger.com/podcast/spotify-buys-two-podcasting-companies-anchor-and-gimlet-in-major-foray-into-the-space/

    http://www.tenkarstavern.com/2019/02/interesting-exchange-i-had-with.html

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    E265 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Jerry (Frog God Games) Feb 06, 2019

    Today I had a fireside chat with Jerry - Noble Herald Frog of Frog God Games. We had some technical difficulties in the beginning, but thanks to Jerry switching to his cell phone and Pexx adjusting the bitrate we recovered. Jerry is a fine example of backing into a position with a gaming company. I happen to be another example ;)

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    E264 - Quick Looks at Eleven Zine Quest Zines on Kickstarter Feb 05, 2019

    I look at 11 Zines releasing during Kickstarter's Zine Quest Month. There are some must haves in the bunch.

    https://www.kickstarter.com/discover/advanced?woe_id=0&tag_id=346&sort=magic&seed=2582226&page=2

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    E263 - I Really Hope You Aren't Using G+ for Your Blogger Comments - I Look at the Latest G+ Update Feb 03, 2019

    Yep, Google has a new update on the G+ shutdown on April 2, 2019 and its a doozy. Remember when Google pushed integrating G+ and Blogger comments? Well, bend over if you did because it aint pretty.

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    E262 - Milestones Oh My! Podcast, Discord and The Black Isle Feb 03, 2019

    Yesterday was the new high water mark as far as the Tavern Chat Podcast goes - over 1700 plays. The Tenkar's Tavern Discord server, where all of the live interviews take place is knocking on 1500 members. Oh, and the crowdsourced setting book, The Black Isle Gazetteer is now available in print for cost. Woot!

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    E261-You Should Rarely Give Interviews to the Press - Trust Me, They Don't Care About Your Campaign Feb 02, 2019

    There are interviews and there are "interviews". I prefer to call what I do Fireside Chats as interviews seem both more formal and intrusive. When the press wants to interview you, even if it seems informal it WILL be intrusive. They have a story to sell and clicks to get clicked.

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    E260 - Catching Up with the Top 10 RPG Podcasts According to ENWorld Feb 01, 2019

    Its becoming rarer and rarer to find interesting articles on ENWorld. Not saying I found such today, but I might have ;)

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    E259 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Tyson (Smunchy Games) Jan 31, 2019

    In today's episode of The Tavern Chat podcast, I hang out with Tyson of Smunchy Games. I'm eagerly awaiting the board game/RPG hybrid. https://smunchygames.com/

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    E258 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Alexander Macris (Autarch/ACKS) Jan 30, 2019

    In this installment of the Designers & Makers series of fireside chats I sit down with Alex Macris, the main man at Autarch publishing and best known for the Adventurer Conquerer King System (ACKS). We talk awards, projects past and present, old Commodore 64 video games and more :)

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    E257 - Dungeons & Dragons - 45 Years Old and Strong as Ever Jan 29, 2019

    This past weekend - according to many on social media - Dungeons & Dragons celebrated its 45th birthday. 11 official versions (and countless hacks, clones and derivatives later) it is still going strong. Link to the Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server https://discord.gg/aEMemPf

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    E256 - Follow Up on Aging in AD&D 1e, Savage Worlds Community Program and a Poopie Situation ;) Jan 28, 2019

    Spent the late morning and much of the afternoon dealing with a backed up sewer pipe. Ick! Voicemails from Joethelawyer Jeremy "frothof" regarding the aging table in the AD&D 1e DMG and the Savage Worlds Community program respectively.

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    E255 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Melkor (Strange Gods Podcast) Jan 27, 2019

    On today's episode I hang out with Melkor of the Strange Gods Podcast (and the fairly soon to be released Swords & Wizardry powered and Blight setting podcast)

    We talk old school, new school, OSR, Pathfinder ! & 2, 5e and more. Houserules and on the fly conversions.

    We forgot to bring the beer :(

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    E254 - New Recording Limits on Anchor & Savage Worlds Adventurer's Guild goes Live Jan 26, 2019

    Anchor now limits recording made via the web app to 30 minutes (doesn't effect mobile apps nor recording made with outside software) Pinnacle launches the Savage Worlds Adventurers Guild a bit differently then similar programs - less IP available for use but creators retain more of the royalties. https://support.drivethrurpg.com/hc/en-us/articles/360020874952-Savage-Worlds-Adventure-s-Guild-SWAG-Content-Guidelines

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    E253 - Looking at Aging in the AD&D 1e DMG Jan 25, 2019

    Today I look at the Aging section on page 16 of the AD&D 1e DMG. I don't ever recall moving my newly rolled characters through the Age Categories for ability score adjustments. Do you?

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    E252 - Designers & Makers - Kevin Watson/Dark Naga Games (Writer/Publisher) Jan 24, 2019

    In the latest episode in the Designers & Makers series of fireside chat I get to sit down with Kevin Watson of Dark Naga Games. We talk OSR & 5e as well as Kickstarters past, present and future.

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    E251 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Elfstar (Adventure & Computer Game Designer) Jan 23, 2019

    With this episode we present the latest in the Designers & Makers series of fireside chats. This time I chat with Elfstar, adventure and computer game designer. We hit on some hexcrawl/sandbox points of interest that may be of interest to others ;)

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    E250 - Woot! 250 Episodes in 250 Days Jan 22, 2019

    Yep, this is the 250th episode of the Tavern Chat podcast. We have a voicemail from JoeTheLawyer and I talk about what's currently in the hopper.

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    E249 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Robert/Sizzoul (Strange Gods Podcast) Jan 21, 2019

    In the latest of the Designer's & Makers series of interviews / fireside chat, I talk with Robert/Sizzoul of the Strange Gods Podcast and we learn more about the upcoming Blight/Swords & Wizardry podcast they have in the hopper ;)

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    E248 - Back in the Saddle Again - Spikepit and Tim Shorts Call In - Talking about Old School Modules Jan 20, 2019

    After two miserable weeks I'm finally feeling more like my old self. Catching up on all things Tavern related. Spikepit and Tim Shorts call the show. I mention some sources for old school styled adventures - detached covers and such.

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    E247 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Humble Joe / Izzy (Strange Gods Podcast) Jan 18, 2019

    In this episode of the Tavern Chat Podcast, we continue with the Designers & Makers series of "fireside chats". This time I sit down with Humble Joe / Izzy of the Strange Gods Podcast, am actual play podcast featuring Pathfinder (and soon to include a sister podcast featuring Swords & Wizardry). Join us, won't you? :)

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    E246 - Starting Spells for Magic-Users in AD&D 1e - Do You use the DMG Table on page 38? Jan 17, 2019

    The AD&D 1e Dungeon Master's Guide is glorious in the haphazard array of information that is presented within. One fine example of such is hidden on page 39 - ACQUISITION OF MAGIC-USER SPELLS - and the tables given for starting spells. Join me as I take a peek.

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    E245 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Skeeter Green (Bard's Gate) Jan 17, 2019

    Today I sat down with Skeeter Green, formerly of Frog God Games and currently with Skeeter Green Publishing. Skeet wraps up talking about his upcoming Kickstarter. Take my money already...

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    E245 - My 2019 New Year's Gaming Resolutions Jan 16, 2019

    I was asked privately what my New Year's gaming resolutions were for this year and they are simple - sorta. More gaming, more creating, simply more :) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E244 - Anchor Issues and a Look at the Latest Mythoard Jan 15, 2019

    Damn it but the Anchor web interface for recording is still offline. So, to my phone I do go. The latest Mythoard arrived today and it includes issue #1 of Gygax magazine signed by the whole crew. Woot!

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    E242 - Designers & Makers - Fireside Chat with Josh Beckelheimer (Swords & Wizardry One Sheets) Jan 14, 2019

    In today' s episode of the Tavern Chat Podcast we have the latest in the series of Designers & Makers "fireside chats". That's what we are calling it now. Josh talks about his venture into gaming, his relative youth, why one sheet adventures are a passion of his and future plans.

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    E241 - Gareth Gets an Update - A Posse Was Forming - Voicemails Jan 13, 2019

    Thank you all! Your support is and was amazing. Gareth's comment was deleted from Facebook but the screenshot lives forever at TenkarsTavern.com ;) Voicemails from Spikepit, JoeTheLawyer, Old Man Grognard and Chris Clark.

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    E240 - Gareth Skarka of Far West Shame Threatens to Punch Your Host in the Throat (& calls me names) Jan 11, 2019

    Ah, good old Gareth Skarka. He has more empty promises than a politician. Now, on social media, he has alluded to punching me "in the fucking throat" in addition to calling me some choice names. Why is he so upset? Because for the same seven years Far West has been late I've been publicly throwing his own words back at him. Guess that makes me a c-word ;P https://www.mutedhorn.net/far-west-delivery-estimates

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    E239 - Save Vs... More Podcast Talk... Voicemails from Spikepit & JoeTheLawyer. I feel like Poop :( Jan 11, 2019

    Final(?) follow up to the Vince Florio interview. Voicemails from Spikepit and JoeTheLawyer. Your host is now on antibiotics. Yes, its been that kind of a week.

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    E238 - Where I See the Anchor Podcast Community Now and in the Future Jan 10, 2019

    Yesterday's interview with Vince Florio has certainly been a discussion generator when it comes to the Anchor Podcast Community. Obviously, I use Anchor and I'm in its debt, as it lowered the entry bar to podcasting, much like Blogger lowered the entry bar to blogging. I suspect the influx of Anchor podcasts will level out once the new shiny has worn off. In this episode, I talk about where I think the Anchor community is right now and where I suspect it will eventually be.

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    E237 - Designers & Makers - I Hang Out with Vince Florio (Wild Games Productions) Jan 09, 2019

    In the latest Designers & Makers entry, I hang out with Vince Florio, podcaster, Youtube and game designer, Vince is the main man at Wild Game Productions and is the main designer of the ENnie award winning Mazes & Perils. He is also the man that introduced me to the world of podcasting. See, now you know who to blame ;) http://www.wildgamesproductions.com/

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    E236 - Did Gameplay Change Between AD&D 1e & AD&D 2e? Jan 08, 2019

    In today's follow up to Episode 231, Rich Frasier calls in to discuss parley and xp for gold. Is this where the rules as written encouraged a certain type of gameplay, and did the transition from 1e to 2e change the dynamic?

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    E235 - Thoughts on The Man in the High Castle Jan 07, 2019

    Some quick (and incomplete) thoughts on the Amazon Prime series Man in the High Castle. Last night's stomach bug may have enlightened me - or maybe that was just the fever and sweats ;)

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    E234 - Designers & Makers "Fireside Chat" with Omer Golan (Stellagama Publishing) Jan 06, 2019

    In today's episode of The Tavern Chat Podcast I hang out with Omer Golan of Stellagama Publishing. Omer has a number of releases in support Stars Without Number and White Star but is perhaps best known currently for Cepheus Light, a reworked and reedited version of Cepheus, which is itself an OGL clone of Mongoose Traveller 1e. Come for the Traveller talk, stay for the AD&D 2e observations ;) . Above includes an affiliate link. Affiliate links keep the beer cold at all things Tavern.

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    E233 - Designers & Makers - I Sit Down with Ian McGarty of Silver Bulette Publishing Jan 05, 2019

    Today we have the next installment in the Designers & Makers series of interviews. I am actually loath to call them interviews at this point, as they have turned more into friendly chats than scripted interviews.

    This time I sit down with Ia McGarty of Silver Bulette Publishing. You can find their releases here - https://www.rpgnow.com/browse/pub/11366/Silver-Bulette?affiliate_id=1446

    And yes, that is an affiliate link. When you use our affiliate links, your purchases help support The Tavern.

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    E233 - Not So Wondrous Tavern Chat Episode 2 - Pub Con 0.1 - Scouting a Potential Locations Jan 04, 2019

    JoeTheLawyer, Rach and myself had lunch at my local pub, which is also the possible location to host a potential Pub Con. Hilarity ensues ;)

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    E231 - Defeat Doesn't Need to Equal Death for Your PCs Jan 03, 2019

    As was discussed earlier in the Tavern Chat weekly hangout on our Discord server, too often we see character defeat equal death. Retreat and capture rarely if ever seem like options and perhaps they should be.

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    E230 - Potential Pub Con Talk before getting Stealth Bombed by My Cat Jan 02, 2019

    Happy New Year! The first week of 2019 will include more Designers & Makers interviews, hanging with JoeTheLawyer to scout out a potential Pub Con location and apparently also included my cat Ashley pooping a big one as I look to wrap up the episode. I hope that a good sign for the rest of the year ;P

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    E229 - Its New Year's Eve! - Closing Out 2018 and Looking Forward to 2019 with All Things Tavern Jan 01, 2019

    Time to wrap up 2018 and look forward to 2019. A look at where we are and where we are going with all things Tavern related.

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    E228 - Avengers Infinity Gauntlet & More Thoughts on Artifacts & PC Defeat vs Death Dec 31, 2018

    Tim Shorts calls in with his thoughts on artifacts and I use Avengers Infinity War as an example as to how to use use an artifact as a campaign plot device. Then i go off the rails and discuss why I think defeat shouldn't always mean PC death.

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    E227 - Designers & Makers - I Hang With Jason Hobbs (Hobbs & Friends, Hex Talk, Random Screed) Dec 29, 2018

    This morning we recorded another in a series of interviews with Designers & Makers in tabletop gaming. With this episode I hang with Jason Hobbs, of the Ennie nominated Hobbs & Friends of the OSR, Hex Talk and Random Screed podcasts. Jason and I have been friends for a while and it was great to catch up with him :)

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    E226 - I Dig Deeper into the AD&D 1e DMG and dig up some Artifacts & Relics Dec 29, 2018

    In my experience, one of the most abused aspects of AD&D 1e was the Artifacts & Relics in the DMG. While the DMG was often treated like a Sear Catalogue among many players, the Artifacts & Relics section took that to 11 (Spinal Tap for the win)

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    E225 - Did You Say "Intelligent Sword?" - I Dig Into the AD&D 1e DMG Dec 28, 2018

    Intelligent Swords were both boon and bane in my early days of gaming.

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    E224 - Post Christmas Voicemails from Prior to Christmas - Go Figure ;) Dec 27, 2018

    Christmas is now in the rearview mirror and we're catching up on voicemails. JoeTheLayer and Laramie the Tavern Mensch call the show.

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    E223 - Merry Christmas and Thank You Dec 26, 2018

    Its Christmas Day. Time to thank those that have added positively to your experience. No, I'm not referring to XP either ;)

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    E222 - Christmas Eve with Pinky (My Niece) Dec 25, 2018

    My niece Pinky joins me on this episode of Tavern Chat to talk about some of the gifts she has received thus far (dice!) and somme of her plans for 2019. Hint: it includes Swords & Wizardry Light

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    E221 - It is Time for the Majority of Gamers to be Heard. Support That Which You Love Dec 23, 2018

    Sadly, it doesn't stop. Since yesterday's episode, Stacy has now gone so far as to insinuate that violence maybe be used to achieve her goals (what those goals are exactly, aside from attacking Gary Con, Bill Webb and the OSR are ill defined. We've allowed her to be the only voice for too long. Its time to defend our hobby, our creators, our publishers, our conventions and our communities. Speak up!

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    E220 - The OSR is Under Attack - Roll for Initiative! Dec 23, 2018

    The attempted boycott of Gary Con continues. The target is no longer one guest, or one convention - the whole of the OSR is under attack by Stacy Dellorfano. You can stand by and do nothing, or you can support the creators, conventions and communities that are part of the larger OSR.


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    E219 - Coming Soon - Starfinder Beginner Box - I Do So Love the Format Dec 21, 2018

    Paizo is releasing a Starfinder Beginner Box. I love the format and its something we've seen in the hobby since D&D Basic. I want mores! https://paizo.com/products/btq01wrs?Starfinder-Beginner-Box

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    E218 - Designers & Makers - I Interview Douglas Cole (Gaming Ballistic) Dec 21, 2018

    In this episode of the Designers & Makers series of interviews, I talk with Douglas Cole of Gaming Ballistic. We talk GURPS, OSR, Kickstarter, usable unarmed combat rules for OSR gaming, as well as Doug's current Kickstarter - Lost Hall of Tyr (2nd Edition) https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2101297466/lost-hall-of-tyr-2nd-edition-maps-and-print-run --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E217 - Designers & Makers - I Talk with Zach Glazar (Frog God Games) Dec 20, 2018

    Today I interviewed Zach Glazar (Frog God Games). No Hawk the Slayer question, because the man has never seen the movie. Sigh. Support The Tavern at https://www.patreon.com/tenkarstavern. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E216 - Unboxing the new Call of Cthulhu Starter Set Dec 19, 2018

    I received the new Call of Cthulhu Starter Set today. Its Tavern Chat's first unboxing and it's an awesome product. 24.95 for the box with free PDFs with purchase. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E215 - Designers & Makers - I Talk with Carl Heyl (Save or Die Podcast) Dec 18, 2018

    In this instalment of the Designers & Makers series of interviews, I talk with Carl Heyl of the Save or Die and The Crusader Podcast. Yes, we even talk Hawk the Slayer ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E214 - I Found Myself Agreeing with Stacy D and Then... Dec 17, 2018

    Someone pointed me to a blogpost from Stacy D of Contessa from 2016 and I found myself nodding my head in agreement. But then I was reminded of her current call to boycott Gary Con and I realized she lacked the conviction to follow her own words and stated rules. http://www.contessa.rocks/blog/founders-forum-the-future-of-contessa --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E213 - Designers & Makers - I Talk with Tom Knauss (Writer/Freelancer/Frog God Games) Dec 15, 2018

    On today's episode of the Tavern Chat Podcast, I talk sit down across the virtual table with Tom Knauss, best known for his work as a writer for Frog God Games. We talk RPGs, art, Hawk the Slayer and more ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E121 - Follow up to Hawk! News - New D&D Show Starring Daredevil’s Deborah Ann Woll Dec 15, 2018

    Tim Shorts calls the podcast. Designers & Makers Networking Group kicks off on the Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server. Daredevil’s Deborah Ann Woll to headline a new D&D show for streaming. New drama, same drumbeat. Link to the Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server: https://discord.gg/fReGmuD --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E211 - Hawk the Slayer - I Finally Watched from Beginning to End Dec 13, 2018

    Yep, apparently I never actually watch Hawk the Slayer in its entirety until this morning. You can find it to stream on Amazon (3 bucks to rent / 10 to buy) Its a fun movie so long as you go into it accepting its limitations - low budget, poor acting, lame special effects, and a horrid script. Pass me the beer and popcorn please! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E210 - Designers & Makers #1 - Interview with Michael "BadMike" Badolato (NTRPG Con/Frog God Games) Dec 12, 2018

    Today we kick off the Designers & Makers series of interviews (with about 40 interviews currently on the grid over the next three months). Michael "BadMike" Badolato has the notoriety of being our first guest in the series. BadMike is one of the main guys behind the NTRPG Con, works for Frog God Games and does his own business selling old school games on eBay. Join us as BadMike answers "Ths Five Questions" after which we free range a bit ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E209 - Episode Zero of Designers & Makers - Wherein Your Bartender Interviews Himself ;) Dec 12, 2018

    We'll be kicking off the Designers& Makers series of interviews in the next couple of days, but to prepare folks for what's in store, I asked myself (and answered) the five questions that will be asked of all. These are not the be all and end all of the questions, but simply a common baseline. Enjoy :) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E208 - 52.5 Million G+ Accounts Exposed to Private Data Breach Bug, Shutdown Moved Up to April 2019 Dec 11, 2018

    Google has proven to be an unreliable custodian of personal data, with 52.5 million accounts' personal data exposed. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E207 - Podcast Nominations at ENWorld and some Minor Rants Dec 10, 2018

    ENWorld is looking for nominations of the Best Podcasts of 2018. I rant a bit about the LotFP Referee Book and Far West, then look at the POD of the AD&D 2e rulebooks on DriveThruRPG. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E206 - Annual Tavern Meeting Roundup and a Look at ENWorld's Most Anticipated Games of 2019 Dec 08, 2018

    Last night was the first annual Tavern meeting. We are on pace for an amazing 2019. ENWorld has posted the results of its most anticipated games of 2019 - any wonder the pic on the ENWorld splash page is number 10 on the list - but their own release. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E205 - What's Your Experience with Experience Points? Dec 08, 2018

    Much like Hit Points, Experience Points do not have a direct relationship with the real world. Sometimes a game must be seen from the game's perspective. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E204 - So, What Exactly are Hit Points in AD&D? Dec 06, 2018

    Today we look at page 82 of the AD&D 1e DMG and discuss Hit Points. If the class will open their DMGs and follow along ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E203 - Languages in AD&D 1e - Even the Dumbest Thief Starts Out with Three. Why? Dec 05, 2018

    Ever since last night, some of the language rules in AD&D 1e have been irking me. Alignment tongues, Druid and Thief languages, nine starting languages for elves (ten if they are a thief) - this and more make me question how language was used in 1e. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E202 - News - She Bleeds update and an OSR Survey Dec 05, 2018

    James Raggi gives us an update on the She Bleeds controversy and I have some issues with a current OSR survey. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E201 - Zero or More Copies of She Bleeds are Allegedly Destroyed - But No Details as to By Who Dec 03, 2018

    I posted about the alleged destruction of Zero or more copies of the LotFP release of She Bleeds by an unidentified warehouse (Raggi claims he knows the warehouse and the numbers are unknown and could be Zero). With some additional information I dig deeper, and the more we know, the less we know. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E200 - The Not So Wondrous Tavern Chat Episode One, With Special Guest JoeTheLawyer Dec 03, 2018

    Join JoeTheLawyer, Rach, Judd & myself as we record a live episode of The Not So Wondrous Tavern Chat at the Faile Pun on West 33rd Street in NYC. We had a great time recording this episode and we hope you'll have a great time listening :) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E199 - OSRChristmas Kicks Off & a Follow up on The Common Tongue Dec 02, 2018

    Yep, OSR Christmas kicked off today. Go to tenkarstavern.com for more details on how to be gifted. Also, I read some comments from the blog side about the common tongue. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E198 - How Common is the Common Tongue? Nov 30, 2018

    I talk about my thoughts on the Common Tongue as it is used in most "Old School" RPGs --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E197 - A Look at Using Mundane Items in Your Fantasy Gaming Nov 30, 2018

    Pexx brought this up earlier today on The Tavern's Discord Sever - Favorite mundane items and why? I poke around the topic a bit. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E196 - Do you Use Spells with No Save Against your Player Characters? Nov 28, 2018

    JoeTheLawyer calls in with an interesting observation regarding spells with no saves (Cloudkill, Powerword Kill, Sleep, etc). I respond with thoughts of my own. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E195 - Save or Die? Maybe, but what else can we do? Nov 28, 2018

    Save of Die sounds great, but it takes some of the true challenges out of the game IMHO. Character death generally needs more meaning, and random death by Save or Die lacks that in my eyes --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E194 - Planning a Tenkar's Tavern Pub Gathering on Dec 2 - Kicks Off Noon at the Complete Strat Nov 27, 2018

    JoeTheLawyer and I have finalized plans for a Tenkar's Tavern Pub Gathering on Sunday, Dec 2 at Noon. We move to Stout across the street after a wee bit of shopping. First round is on me. We are at 10 gifters for OSR Christmas and the emails keep coming in. I talk a bit about the Dreams of Mythic Fantasy OSR News Blog and a bundle price on the Far Away Land RPG. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E193 - It's Beginning to Look Like OSR Christmas, Everywhere You Go! Nov 26, 2018

    JoeTheLawyer and I plan to hit the Complete Strat in Manhattan next Sunday, December 2, and then follow up with some beers at a local pub - and record a podcast episode. Join us if you can. Also, OSR Christmas is coming up. Don't be left out. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E192 - News - There is Now a Gygax Game site - But They Don't Mention FIG (Alex does have a sidegig) Nov 25, 2018

    Voicemails and then a peek at the brand new Gygax Games website. What it doesn't say speaks volumes... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E191 - Tegel Manor is Live on Kickstarter - and some more Black Friday Sales Nov 23, 2018

    Tegel Manor is live on Kickstarter, raising over 17k in less than 3 1/2 hours. Give it a peek - it looks damn good. Also, some more Black Friday sales for your shopping pleasure. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E190 - Thanksgiving & Black Friday Sales for the RPG Gamer Nov 23, 2018

    It's Thanksgiving. Do you use holidays and their associated celebrations in your RPG Campaigns? Also, its time for some Black Friday sales :) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E189 - Tavern Plans for 2019 Nov 22, 2018

    I sat down with Pexx today to go over some of the plans for all things Tavern in 2019. It should be a good year :) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E189 - Dreams, Crossovers and the Sunsetting of the RPGNow Storefront Nov 21, 2018

    Its a news episode of sorts. I discuss a future crossover episode that will be recorded with JoeTheLawyer and others, the return of the Dreams of Mythic Fantasy blog and the soon to be closing of the RPGNow Storefront. https://dreamsofmythicfantasy.blogspot.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E187 - The Games You Own vs The Games You Play vs The Games You Want to Play Nov 19, 2018

    I blame Joe the Lawyer for today's topic. I own far more RPG material than I will ever play or even read for that matter and yet have games I want to play that I have yet to do so. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E186 - TARGA - Its History, Its Death and an Inside View - Are We Doomed to Repeat? Nov 18, 2018

    I apologize in advance for the extra-long episode. As I was putting the pieces of the episode together, I discovered a post on our very own TenkarsTavern.com from 2014 that shed further light on the battle for the soul of TARGA, from the one that fought said battle. Additional material is at the end of the episode. It was too relevant to not include. I touch upon the current OSR logo drama too. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E185 - Does the Graphic Define the OSR or Does the OSR Define the Graphic? Does the Graphic Matter? Nov 17, 2018

    Voicemails on Mundane Magic kick us off. It really seems to have an audience. Then we address Stuart R's OSR Logo / Graphic and whether it was ever really needed. I think a TARGA follow up episode will be needed. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E184 - Mundane Magic - Spells and Items - Why is This Overlooked in Most Fantasy RPGs? Nov 17, 2018

    I got it into my head today to think about mundane magic. I understand why RPG rulebooks focus on the magic aimed for adventuring, but in societies where magic replaces technologoy, wouldnt there be more mundane uses? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E183 - I Tell a Story of Mid 80s Convention Play, Rules Lawyering and the Mantra "Don't be a Dick" Nov 16, 2018

    I'm not sure if I actually made my save vs Con Crud. It may be a delayed reaction. Back in 86 or 87, I went to my first gaming convention at Columbia University in Manhattan. It was one of the few times I've up and up "rules lawyered" and I probably use my druid's Rock to Mud spell in a way the rules as written did not expect. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E182 - There's a Humble Bundle for Warhammer & 40k Audio Fiction - and one with Digital Talisman Too Nov 14, 2018

    Its not often that I talk about something that is time sensitive, but both the Warhammer / Warhammer 40k Audio Collection and the Warhammer / Warhammer Digital Games Collection have about 6 days left as this episode releases. If you enjoy the fiction or the digital games set in the Warhammer settings, it's hard to pass up. https://tenkars-tavern.games/warhammer - A portion of sales made via this link goes to support The Tavern --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E181 - A True Story and a Possibly True Story of the TSA - Who Watches the Geeks that Watch Us? Nov 14, 2018

    The adventures of a gamer going to and returning from a game convention. Someone made a huge luck roll - allegedly... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E180 - Home, Tired and Thoughts on How to Combat Con Crud (and other offenses) Nov 13, 2018

    I flew home from Madison and boy are my arms tired. My legs, back, and body overall have joined in. I have some ideas on how to combat Con Crud as well as some ideas on personal hygiene at cons. Stinking Cloud spell is not the effect you want. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E179 - GameHole Day Four Wrap with Random Thoughts and Observations Nov 11, 2018

    Gamehole Con has wrapped up. As we await the yearly Frog God Dinner, I give my final thoughts on Gamehole VI. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E178 - Gamehole Con Day 3 - Down The Well and Other Adventures Nov 11, 2018

    Gamehole day three is coming to an end. Huge thank you to Phil Reed of Steve Jackson Games for adding goodies to The OSR Christmas Swag Bag. I had a blast running The Mouth of Doom this morning with a truly challenging group. Shout outs to everyone that took the time to say hello. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E177 - GameHole Day Two with Bad Mike, Ben Barsh, Zach Glazer and Rach Nov 10, 2018

    I hang out and discuss Gamehole and related stuff with Bad Mike, Ben Barsh, Zach Glazer and my wife Rach. Ambient noise supplied by Dwarven Forge ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E176 -GameHole Day One - Sales, Ciders & Community Nov 09, 2018

    Day One of GameHole Con is wrapping up. I’m blessed to have met many members of the Tavern’s community today. Oh, and nice S&W sales. Did I mention cider? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E175 - As I Get Ready to Head to GameHole, I Talk a bit about Running Convention RPG Sessions Nov 07, 2018

    More follow up on game balance with two new voicemails. Then it's on to running games and conventions and how it differs from home campaigns. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E174 - Balance Scmalance! Its all in the Way You Play the Game Nov 06, 2018

    Yesterday's episode about game balance was well received. We have four voicemails on the topic, or rather, two voicemails each from two listeners. They both make good points and I follow up on both. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E173 - But we Decide which is Right and which is an Illusion - I talk briefly about Game Balance Nov 05, 2018

    Love me some Moody Blues. I talk a bit about game balance and why I think the true balance belongs not in the rules but in the adventures. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E172 - The Music in My Head is at Your Gaming Table - E171 Followup Nov 05, 2018

    Wow. Some amazing feedback on yesterdays episode about music and ambient audio at the RPG table. I respond to some voicemails from the listeners. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E171 - Do You Use Music and / or Sound Effects in Your RPG Sessions? Nov 04, 2018

    JoeTheLawyer had an interesting question - do you use music and or sound effects in your RPG sessions? I talk about my experiences, my thoughts and I seek your feedback. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E170 - Episode #1 of the TavernSpike Podcast - Join "SpikePit" and Myself on a Podcast Crossover Nov 02, 2018

    It has finally happened. There has been a melding of worlds. A mashing of podcasts. Yep, this is the first in a series of "podcast crossovers". Today, I hang with Colin "SpikePit" Green. We touch on many topics related to gaming, geekdom and beyond. Enjoy the podcast that spans both sides of the "pond" ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E 169 - OSR Podcasts Unite - Very Positive Feedback on the Cross Promo Idea Nov 02, 2018

    Wow. Three voicemails, all enthusiastic about the cross promotion idea for the various OSR podcasts. Can I get a Huzzah!?! Did I mention tomorrow's episode will kick the whole thing off? Welcome to TavernSpike :) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E168 - Just How Easy IS Anchor? So easy your Bartender can do it on a Daily Basis Oct 31, 2018

    Joe the Lawyer left me a voicemail on my cell phone asking questions about Anchor and its ease of use. Sadly, the voicemail is not downloadable, but it did lead me to answer Joe's inquiry in today's episode. Simply put, Anchor is downright simple - or as complicated as you want to make it, --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E167 - DnD Sports is now RPG Sports - Would you choose Tissue Paper over Kleenex? Me Neither Oct 30, 2018

    Tim Shorts follows up on my idea of cross-promoting the various OSR podcasts. On the news side of things. DnD Sports is now RPG Sports, supposedly because there is such a huge push to expand beyond D&D. Don't you beleive it... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E166 - I Fall Into the Spikepit and Spitball some Ideas for Cross-promotion of Some OSR Podcasts Oct 30, 2018

    Colin (AKA Spikepit) asks a question about self-promotion. I answer with some thoughts on cross-promotion. Let me know what you think about the ideas I through out. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E165 - Horror in My White Box? I Want Horror on My Fantasy White Box! Oct 29, 2018

    Ont the blog side I asked about folks running horror-themed games for the Halloween season. Tonight, I spitball some ideas to add some OSR horror, via Joe Salvador's Eldritch Tales, to a more standard fantasy setting. Lets see where I meander to... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E164 - A Look at Multi and Dual Classing in the AD&D 1e Player's Handbook Oct 27, 2018

    I still have my AD&D 1e Player's Handbook by my desk. Today, I look at multi and dual classing in the 1e rules (as well as question why certain races had NPC clerics only) - edit - episode was blank - re-recorded with my niece ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E163 - An OSR Star Trek Ruleset - Starships & Spacemen 2e Oct 26, 2018

    We have two voicemails in response to reading history from your old gamebooks. Then I look at Starships & Spacemen 2e - the OSR Star Trek substitute. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E162 - Reading the History of my Original AD&D 1e Player's Handbook Oct 25, 2018

    I pulled my original copy of the AD&D 1e Player's Handbook off my shelves to "read its history." Some pieces it revealed surprise even me ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E161 - Finding Hidden Treasures in Second Hand RPG Acquisitions Oct 24, 2018

    Glen Halstrom left a voicemail with an interesting note - he picked up an RPG book second hand and it included the prior owner's unique map for their fantasy world. I find that the little extras - notes, remarks, names and even underlining, imparts a sense of history with some second-hand RPG purchases. What are your thoughts? You can leave a voicemail at (347) 509-5168 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E160 - Kickstarter Roundup - Blighted Dice and Giant Wine Oct 23, 2018

    We have voicemails from Glen Halstrom and Chris Clark. We peek at Island of Blight, In Vino Gigantus and Dice of Unusual Size. I then rant about Far West. Ah, sweet ranting, you will be mine! ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E159 - ENWorld Commenting and Chit Sheets, Oh My! Oct 22, 2018

    Yep, I commented on a thread over on ENWorld yesterday, because inaccurate statements regarding D&D editions really annoy me. Lo and behold, I never knew I had a "chit sheet" in one of my Basic Boxes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E158 - The Birth of the RPG Breakfast Club - The Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server Oct 21, 2018

    This episode is going up late because this morning was the first RPG Breakfast Club hosted chat on the Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server. I talk about this morning's chat as well as other hosted chat's throughout the week (and more in the future) on The Tavern's Discord Server. If you enjoy this podcast, you'll probably enjoy popping into a scheduled chat or two with us ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E157 - The Complete, Untold Story Behind the Origins of Swords & Wizardry Light Oct 20, 2018

    Man, the amount of tinfoil hats in our corner of the hobby is simply amazing at times. No, Swords & Wizardry Light was not written to usurp legitimacy and authority from Swords & Wizardry Complete. How could it? They are both published by the same company. No, Swords & Wizardry Light was not written to "dumb down" the OSR and lead to its destruction from within. It was written to lower the barriers of entry to the OSR. Gather around children and your bartender will tell you the true story of the Origins of Swords & Wizardry Light... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    e156 - The Pinky Interview - My Seven Year Old Niece Talks Dungeons, Dragons and Imagination Oct 19, 2018

    Shannon has been asking Uncle to interview her on the podcast pretty much since i kicked off the podcast. Today was another day of Uncle duties, as Shannon has an ear infection to go along with her chest cold. We decided to do the "interview" today. She had so much fun, she wants to do it monthly ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E155 - Confessions of an RPG Hoarder Oct 18, 2018

    My niece has gotten me to go hot-n-heavy when it comes to cleaning out the living room. In doing such, I've unearthed a large amount of partially forgotten RPG material I've acquired as well as identified a significant amount of duplicates. Do you have RPG hoarding tendencies? How do you cope with such if you do? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E154 - Wherein I Talk a bit about Swords & Wizardry Oct 17, 2018

    Still fighting a cold. Currently serving out my Uncle Duties. Thanks to Colin, I talk about Swords & Wizardry ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E153 - I Guess D&D eSports IS a Thing! DnD Sports is Coming to a Twitch Near You Oct 16, 2018

    Way back in Episode 70, I talked about how Hasbro's CEO mentioned D&D eSports, and everyone said that the CEO didn't know what he was talking about and I was being foolish for even mentioning it. Well, take a peek - https://dndsports.tv/news/what-is-dndsports/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E152 - The Times, They are a Changin' - but I still have a cold ;) Oct 15, 2018

    Yep, I'm still a miserable fuck, having woken up 1130 in the morning - damn cold. The Tavern has been around for nearly 10 years. I expect it will be around for many more 10s of years. If you look at the history of the Tenkar's Tavern blog, you'll see it has always been in a process of change. Pexx over on the Discord side of all things Tavern is indexing those nearly 10 years of blog posts, and just a few months in he's already seeing changes. Growths. Missteps. All part of the process. All that which will bring us where we are, not just yesterday, but today and tomorrow too. Yes, change sucks. Yes, change is great. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E151 - Thoughts and Ideas on The Tavern 3.0 Oct 15, 2018

    I posted on Saturday Night on the blog side about some enhancements I'm looking to do on the blogside of things to help the community get more involved. Feedback was great, especially in regards to the future platform(s) I should explore. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E150 - Would You Groo? Oct 13, 2018

    Voicemails, emails and Groo talk. What better way to celebrate 150 episodes of Tavern Chat? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E149 - Followup to E148 - Delving into the Preface of the AD&D 1e DMG - Comments & a Phone Call Oct 12, 2018

    There was a lot of feedback to E148 was passionate. Three comments on the blogside and a phone call from Chris Clark himself. Guess I need a Google Number for longer voicemails :) I respond to all. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E148 - Delving into the Preface of the AD&D 1e DMG Oct 11, 2018

    Fourth time is the charm ;) I delve into the preface of the AD&D 1e DMG, an interesting read, even if it appears a bit contradictory. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E147 - Kickstarter Roundup for October 10, 2018 - Dice, Wands, Bunnies, Airships, Mutants, Oh My Oct 10, 2018

    Our Kickstarter Roundup is a day late, so we cover not five, not six, but seven current Kickstarters: Bunnies and Burrows, Phantasmagoria #1, Dragon-Slayer: RPG & Cosplay Wands, Dragon Scales - Dual Drake Metal Gaming Dice, Calidar "On Wings of Darkness", Mutant Mayhem Minis, and "Table Breakers" - Super Heavy Solid Metal Poly Dice Set. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E146 - Google to Shut Down G+ After Exposing User Info - OSR Migration has Started to MeWe Oct 09, 2018

    What do you do if you expose the user info of half a million of your users? Shut down the service, that's what. Google has given G+ users a 10-month warning that its social media platform is going the way of the dodo. Most migration in the OSR Community appears to be heading towards MeWe. https://www.tenkarstavern.com/2018/10/google-plus-to-come-to-end-august-2019.html https://www.tenkarstavern.com/2018/10/the-mass-migration-of-osr-from-google.html --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E145 - Level Draining - Is It the Result of an Overwrought & Drunk DM or Something More Sinister? Oct 08, 2018

    Level Drain - never liked it, never will. In today's episode, I discuss some alternatives to the classic level drain threat. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E144 - Social Norms, Unexpected Actions & Freedom to Do What U want at the Table - Where's the Line? Oct 07, 2018

    I try to avoid the F-bombs today. No idea if I succeeded ;) I talk about unexpected actions, thinking out of the box, freedom to do what you want and social norms at the game table. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E143 - Did Evil Hat Get Too Big? Layoffs and Product Cancellations Announced Oct 06, 2018

    I received review copies of Dungeons & Dragons - Art and Arcana: A Visual History yesterday and they look amazing. Doesn't translate well to a podcast though ;) Black Hat is laying off stay and canceling some planned releases. They are hoping to be back in "the black" in 2019, which means they are "in the red" for 2018... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E142 - Protecting Your Reputation from Groundless Accusations Oct 05, 2018

    We have some voicemails related to Episode 141 and the Tome of Adventure Design. Afterward, I talk about steps you can take to protect yourself and your reputation from groundless accusations on social media. Quite simply, screenshot anything and everything in a conversation online that may go south. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E141 - Finding Inspiration in the Tome of Adventure Design Oct 04, 2018

    Last night, while recording the latest episode of The Old School Blues podcast (here on Anchor) we touched on the topic of "adventure inspiration" and I totally forgot to mention the Tome of Adventure Design --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E140 - Review - Illwinter's Floorplan Generator (Maps) Oct 03, 2018

    I had put a call out for mapping programs that were easy to use and the results were usable commercially. Illwinter's Floorplan Generator fits the bill perfectly. Its affordable (7 bucks) and cross-platform )PC/Mac/Linux. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E139 - GMF - 2017 Tax Return is In - Not What I Expected Oct 02, 2018

    Back in early June of this year, Alex Gygax messaged me to let me know that the latest filed tax return was being updated and refiled. I thought that meant an accounting of the monies WotC indicated it had been forwarding to the Fund since 2015 for the 1e reprints. I thought wrong... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E138 - Four Wayward Kickstarters, See How They Run - Or Not Oct 01, 2018

    I've been meaning to so this episode for a couple of days now. I guess I was kinda busy ;) I talk about the following Kickstarters: Yarr! The Pirate ArrPG Hardcover : Make 100 Edition, Far West: Western/Wuxia Mashup adventure game, Artisan Dice Does Handcrafted Polyhedrals, and Appendix N Adventure Toolkits (DCC RPG Modules). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E 137 - Meltdown in the Roll20 SubReddit Makes Newsweek Sep 30, 2018

    First, thank you for all of the support. It means more than you know. We have voicemails from Jason Hobbs and Old Man Grognard. The news section is about Roll20 moderator, cofounder and manager Nolan T banning a Reddit user, the backlash and dumpster fire that resulted and the actions taken to resolve the public relations nightmare. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E136 - Stacy D's Allegations re: Myself - Debunked Sep 29, 2018

    Stacy Dellorfano unmasked herself as the individual referred to in episodes 134 and 135. While doing so, she makes some fairly nasty and unfounded accusations against me. Here's my response, along with a transcript of sorts to follow along with at https://www.tenkarstavern.com/2018/09/the-tavern-chat-podcast-episode-136.html --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E135 - Follow up to Beware the OSR Thought Police Sep 28, 2018

    Wow. Yesterday's episode was well received. Lots of feedback, much direct, some by voicemail and comments on the blog side. I share and respond to some of the feedback. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E134 - Rant - Beware the OSR Thought Police Sep 27, 2018

    I kinda got worked up on last night's weekly Tavern Chat hangout on The Tavern's Discord Server. Today I rant about the idea of telling people who they can and can not follow on social media and the danger that comes with it. Which gaming books will you burn? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E133 - 1st Look @ The Ultimate RPG Character Backstory Guide Sep 26, 2018

    I take a first peek at The Ultimate RPG Character Backstory Guide (releasing October 2nd, 2018). Review to come later. Excellent tool for sandbox campaigns BTW. Also, how to get banned from Gen Con for being punched in the face. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E132 - Kickstarter Roundup for September 25, 2018 Sep 25, 2018

    We've got it all! Midderlands patch info, a Tim Shorts voicemail and a peek at four Kickstarters: Svilland: The Norse Mythology Setting for DnD 5E, Dortoka: an OSR + PbtA City Module, Bunnies and Burrows, and Bloodwraith: A Fantasy World of Survival and Torment. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E131 - Community Follow Up to Gamemaster Anxiety Sep 24, 2018

    Yesterday's episode about Gamemaster Anxiety struck a nerve with The Tavern's Community. We listen to voicemails and read some comments and I give my feedback to all. Community rules! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E130 - Do You Also Suffer from Gamemaster Anxiety? Sep 23, 2018

    I know I suffer from Gamemaster Anxiety. Right before I have to run a session, that feeling of dread, nervousness, and fear slips in - and immediately leaves the moment I start running the game. Do you suffer the same or similar? How do you handle it? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E129 - ShireCon 2018 and How to GM for a Con RPG Session Sep 23, 2018

    Today was the ShireCon #1, and it was a blast. Huge props to Thom Wilson. I ran a game of Swords & Wizardry Light today and I discuss on this episode my thoughts on running a successful convention RPG session. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E129 - Podcast & Blog - Mutually Exclusive or Complimentary? Sep 21, 2018

    In the past few days, there has been some concern over the perceived lack of content on the blogside (tenkarstavern.com) and the moving of much of my gaming talk to the podcast. I address the concerns while offering no true solutions. Sucks, don't it? ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E127 - Is the Journey or the Destination More Important? Sep 20, 2018

    I ramble on about the importance of the journey (playing the campaign) and the destination (completing the campaign) in my games. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E126 - Voicemails & Comments regarding Henchmen & Hirelings Sep 19, 2018

    In Episode 124 I discussed my thoughts on henchmen and hirelings in RPG campaigns. Today, we listen to some feedback from The Tavern's community. Huzzah! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E125 - Kickstarter Roundup for September 18, 2018 Sep 18, 2018

    Tuesdays are Kickstarter day here at The Tavern Chat Podcast. We look at 5E Stat Appendix for Fiendish Monster Hardcover, Adventure Realm RPG Tiles - Village and Riverland set, Gorgeous RPG Dice Sets for DnD and other roleplaying games, Mutant Mayhem Minis - RPG Post-Apocalyptic Figures for MCC, and Pirates of the Undead Seas: Fantasy Pirate Miniatures. Oh, and I rant about Far West and Gareth. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E124 - Henchmen, Hirelings & Followers - Yea or Nay? Sep 17, 2018

    In this episode, I discuss the use (or lack thereof) of henchmen, hirelings and followers in fantasy RPG campaigns. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E123 - How Important is it for U to Create a Homebrew World? Sep 16, 2018

    Another peek and reaction to a handful of questions from the Dungeons & Dragons Survey. I also talk a wee bit about the new MidderZine #1 release. https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/4495590/ddsurvey https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/251643/Midderzine-Issue-1?affiliate_id=1446 (affiliate link) http://monkeyblooddesign.co.uk/The-Midderlands/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E122 - Are Game Sessions with Constant Action Good Gaming? Sep 15, 2018

    I'm really enjoying the D&D survey posted by WotC. Some of the questions are thought-provoking. They certainly drive the conversation. I'd love to hear some community response to the questions I covered on this episode :) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E121 - WotC has a D&D Survey Up - I Encourage You to Take It Sep 14, 2018

    WotC has an in-depth survey up about tabletop Dungeons & Dragons, the editions you play, how you play and such. There are a number of questions that may even lead to their own podcast episodes. http://dnd.wizards.com/articles/news/dd-survey-1 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E120 - Transdimensional Taverns, Unsung Heroes and Art Sep 13, 2018

    In today's episode, we listen to a voicemail, read some emails and discuss art preferences in the OSR - B&W vs Color. Oh my! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E119 - A Wee Bit of KS and Transdimensional Voicemails Sep 12, 2018

    There isn't much in the way of Kickstarters that excite me much this week, but there is a ton of excitement with the idea of a Transdimensional Tenkar's Tavern. Woot! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E118 - Remembering 9-11 From One Who was at the WTC Sep 11, 2018

    This is NOT a Kickstarter Round-up episode. This is an episode recounting my experiences on 9-11 as a NYC Police Officer. This episode is dedicated to Paul Benedetti - Husband, son, gamer. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E117 - ENWorld has News & Transdimensional Tavern Thoughts Sep 10, 2018

    Yep, ENWorld has news. Helton is officially gone and Mike Tresca is now managing editor of the ENWorld Columnist program. I have some thoughts on a Transdimensional Tenkar's Tavern. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    E 116 - Win a Month of Humble Bundle Monthly & CRPG Talk Sep 09, 2018

    Listen to this episode to learn how you could receive a month of Humble Bundle Monthly (9 games) - I talk about classic CRPGs. https://www.humblebundle.com/monthly?partner=tenkar (affiliate link) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 115 - Where is WFRP? Is ENWorld now Evergreen? Sep 08, 2018

    News and observations. Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay is 2 months late in print. ENWorld no longer lists dates or authors with articles linked on the main page. Is this due (in part) to Chris Helton leaving? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 114 - Back to BasiX Gets Goodman'ed & OSR Sales Sep 07, 2018

    Goodman Games is now the distributor of Thom Wilson's Back to BasiX zine in print. Victorious and Amazing Adventures Bundle. Barrel Rider Games 25% off sale for all PDFs. http://goodman-games.com/store/product/back-to-basix-issue-1/ https://www.rpgnow.com/product/215938/Back-to-BasiX--Issue-1?affiliate_id=1446 https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/123060?affiliate_id=1446 https://www.rpgnow.com/browse/pub/4417/Barrel-Rider-Games?affiliate_id=1446 (rpgnow and drivethrurpg include affiliate links) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 113 - State of the Tavern Keeper - Don't Mind Me ;) Sep 06, 2018

    Tim Shorts drops in with his thoughts on how much magic he likes in fantasy settings. Your Tavern Keeper has been diagnosed with "Chemo Brain" related symptoms. Don't blame me if I forget your name ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 112 - Follow Up Discussion - How Much Fantasy? Sep 05, 2018

    Wow. Three voicemails and an email. I guess the episode 110 discussing "How much fantasy do you like in your settings" was a good discussion driving episode. This was a blast to respond to and record :) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 111 - Kickstarter Roundup for September 4, 2018 Sep 04, 2018

    Time to dig into some Kickstarters! Triskelion Space Tabletop RPG, Jungle Tomb of the Mummy Bride, Outdoor Encounter Cards, Atmar's Cardography: Full RPG Modules & Random Dungeon Decks, True Level Adventures for 1E and 5E gaming, Metal, Magic and Lore Fantasy RPG - Revised Edition!, and Dice Adventures. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 110 - How Much Fantasy Do You Like in Your Settings? Sep 04, 2018

    Looks like the new Endless Quest Books have released. More importantly, I talk about fantasy settings and how much fantasy is right for me - and would like to know how much is right for you. Link to the Endless Quest book release on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2wCP1DS (affiliate link) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 109 - Using Skills Learned from RPGs in Real Life Sep 02, 2018

    Whether in retail or law enforcement, I used skills learned in my formative roleplaying game years to help me in my chosen careers. I'd love to hear from others how RPGs have impacted their lives, in employment and beyond. tenkars-tavern.games/patreon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 108 - Making Morale Checks - Real Life & In Game Sep 01, 2018

    Its the first day of September, which means its the anniversary of the Invasion of Poland. Pete Spahn has put WWII: Operation White Box at PWYW pricing to commemorate. It also means the anniversary of 9-11 is sneaking up, and I use it as an example of a real-life moral check as well as how to use it as an example of how to adjust morale checks in game. https://www.rpgnow.com/product/251318/OWB001-WWII-Operation-WhiteBox-FREE?affiliate_id=1446 (affiliate link) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 107 - Of Dogs, Men and Critical Fumbles Aug 31, 2018

    Recorded on the back porch in The Poconos. I talk about the benefits of using dogs over henchmen for low-level PCs as well as critical fumbles. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 106 - Some Critical Thoughts on Critical Hits Aug 30, 2018

    Critical hits are something I've always loved and hated as a player of RPGs. Today, I explain why that is. https://www.humblebundle.com/games/digital-tabletop-bundle?partner=tenkar (affiliate link) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 105 - How Unique are Your Magic Items? Aug 29, 2018

    The most memorable magic items your players' characters will find in their travels are the ones the players haven't seen before. Unique and useful magic items will stay with the characters even as they grow in level. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 104 - Kickstarter Roundup for August 28, 2018 Aug 28, 2018

    Time to dig into some Kickstarters! Dungeons of Doom V: Law Vs Chaos, Modular Dungeon Rooms, TROIKA! RPG: Numinous Edition, Create Your Own Fantasy RPG Adventure - RPG Resources Books, and a shout out to The LotR Humble Bundle - tenkars-tavern.games/LotR-RPG-Bundle --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 103 - Wanna Work on Cards Against Humanity? Aug 27, 2018

    I was on, of all places, a police forum when I found a link to apply to write for Cards against humanity. I give you the pitch and a link: https://submissions.cardsagainsthumanity.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 102 - Can Eldritch Tales Bring Insanity to All? Aug 26, 2018

    I've really been enjoying the time I've spent so far reading Joe Salvador's Eldritch Tales: Lovecraftian White Box Role-Playing. It's inspired me to think of ways to bring the game's insanity rules and class skills to both fantasy and sci-fi themed OSR rules. I may be insane myself? ;) https://www.rpgnow.com/product/250356/Eldritch-Tales-Lovecraftian-White-Box-RolePlaying&affiliate_id=1446 (affiliate link) tenkars-tavern.games/patreon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 101 - R Good & Evil Simply a Matter of Perspective? Aug 25, 2018

    Are good and evil simply matters of perspective? Different sides of the same coin? Does evil see itself as "evil?" Can a church in schism view the breakway as evil? Gaming thoughts with your old school bartender. tenkars-tavern.games/LotR-RPG-Bundle --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 100 - Need I say More? Aug 24, 2018

    Woot! 100 episodes in 100 days. I never expected that when I kicked off this little podcast. We also hit some other milestones this week. September 22, 2018 is Shire Con. Guess who is a "notable industry guest"? Really. Guess ;) . http://throwigames.com/shirecon.html --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 99 - LotR RPG Bundle, Torchwood Bundle and More Aug 23, 2018

    My internal clock is doing a flashback of two years and thinks I'm working overnights - oh my! Humble Bundle has a LotR RPG Bundle as well as a Torchwood / Dr Who Audio Book Bundle. Did I mention there is a Munchkin StarFinder release on the horizon? tenkars-tavern.games/LotR-RPG-Bundle --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 98 - Extended Interview with Darcy Perry -Miniatures Aug 22, 2018

    In this episode, I have a (virtual) fireside chat with Darcy Perry of Star Hat Miniatures. Darcy is the sculptor of the official Tenkar miniature. The episode runs 57 minutes and was recorded in front of a live audience with questions and comments via text chat. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 97 - Kickstarter Roundup for August 21, 2018 Aug 21, 2018

    Time to dig into some Kickstarters! Dungeons of Doom V: Law Vs Chaos, The City that Dripped Blood: A Fantasy Adventure, Dungeon Challenge Cards, THE FANTASY TRIP – Old-School Roleplaying!, MAIN GAUCHE, and Precision Milled Metal 60-Sided D20 and Full Set of RPG Dice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 96 - Ken Whitman, Foiled (Machine) Again - Deja Vu Aug 20, 2018

    The Tavern Chat Podcast hit over 20k downloads total last night. Can I get a Woot Woot!?! Ken Whitman "allegedly" has a foil machine to make pencils. Of course, earlier in the year he claimed to have two such machines. Also, tonight (Monday, August 20th - 830 PM Eastern - Live Interview with Darcy Perry, The Interview Room on the Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server - you can listen and ask questions via text chat) . Invite: https://discord.gg/v2j6ph --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 95 - Some Creative Thoughts on Offering Content Aug 19, 2018

    Sometimes you need to think out of the box. A suggestion at The Tavern's Discord server led to some ideas of how to crowdsource monsters and magic items via The Tavern in its many forms, but especially the blogside. tenkars-tavern.games/JBfund tenkars-tavern.games/Discord tenkars-tavern.games/patreon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 94 - Taverner in Need - Josh Beckelhimer Aug 18, 2018

    Somethings take precedence. Taking care of a member of The Tavern's Community in need is certainly a precedence. Josh is looking to get his car running and family to doc appointments and himself to work. The Tavern will match the first $250 raised by The Tavern's community. tenkars-tavern.games/JBfund --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 93 - OSR Freebie Friday - August 17, 2018 - Fantasy Aug 17, 2018

    With this episode, we are starting a new weekly feature highlighting various free OSR releases. Today we look at the Free Fantasy OSR Rulesets listing at Tenkar's Tavern. tenkars-tavern.games/freeOSRfantasy --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 92 - The Fantasy Trip to Open Setting to 3rd Parties Aug 16, 2018

    Follow up on yesterday's ENnies episode as I answer a voicemail from Glen. Then I discuss Steve Jackson Games opening up the setting for The Fantasy Trip to 3rd Parties. My, the world is a' changing. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sjgames/the-fantasy-trip-old-school-roleplaying/description --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 91 - Ennies, They are a Changing (no more stuffing?) Aug 15, 2018

    The ENnies Awards blog has posted that there will be upcoming changes in how the winners get picked (few details if any) in response to the "gaming" of the vote by Zak S and James Raggi. The same "gaming" of the vote they tell you not to do while telling you exactly how to do it. The same "gaming" of the vote that has been done for years by others, including major publishers, I am sure. The ENnies are not an industry Award, they are a rigged popularity contest. It just that the wrong folks rigged the contest this year. http://www.ennie-awards.com/blog/ennie-awards-time-for-change/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 90 - Kickstarter Roundup for August 14, 2018 Aug 14, 2018

    Yep, it's a Tuesday, so that means Crowdfunding projects get a peek. But first, an update on Gail Gygax and her "30-year company". Here's are the projects I look at in today's episode: The City that Dripped Blood: A Fantasy Adventure, The Year of Cthulhu - A 2019 Calendar, Dungeon Delve #2: Dungeons of the Dread Wyrm, Brindlemarsh, a 1E & 5E adventure of Dragons and Dungeons, Dungeons of Doom V: Law Vs Chaos + Star Hat Miniatures, and Birthday Gemstone Dice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 89 - Mrs. E. Gary Gygax or Gail Gygax - Flip a Coin Aug 13, 2018

    Will the real Slim Shady please stand up! Wait! I mean the real Gail Gygax. Or Mrs E Gary Gygax. Last night (and overnight) Gail was taking the flames to Facebook. I guess this is what a $30 million lawsuit does to the person on the receiving end... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 88 - Some Free Adventures & Using Discord to Play Aug 12, 2018

    I talk briefly about Dirk Stanley's adventures for the Far Away Land RPG and using them with the ruleset of your choice. I also touch upon using Discord for running RPG sessions online. tenkars-tavern.games/Discord - tenkars-tavern.games/FALadventures (affiliate link) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 87 - Thoughts on Using Historical Inspiration Aug 11, 2018

    In this episode, I talk a little bit about some of the local histories of Wayne County in the Pocono Mountains, and an idea to use it to inspire a fantasy-themed adventure. Also, let's talk Discord. tenkars-tavern.games/Discord --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 86 - Is The Punisher Watching the Watchmen? Aug 10, 2018

    Some thoughts on the Watchmen, the Netflix Marvel Universe - especially The Punisher, Supers Gaming and such. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 85 - $500 Waterdeep Platinum Edition for 5e - WTF? Aug 09, 2018

    WotC has licensed a $500 "Platinum Edition" of its upcoming Waterdeep: Dragon Heist adventure, the same adventure that will release 2 months earlier in hardcover for 40 bucks - shipped - on Amazon - https://amzn.to/2vtsgSq (this is an affiliate link) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 84 - The Voices in Your Head Will Make Them Believe Aug 08, 2018

    Today I talk about using voices - accents and catchphrases, to make your NPCs come to life. I also talk about how the Tenkar's Tavern Discord Server has channels for third-party publishers and content creators. tenkars-tavern.games/Discord tenkars-tavern.games/patreon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 83 - Kickstarter Roundup for August 7, 2018 Aug 07, 2018

    As we do every Tuesday, its time to look at some current Kickstarters (and one Indigogo) that strike my fancy. Oh, and a four year overdue KS from someone who shouldn't punch windows... MAIN GAUCHE, THE FANTASY TRIP, The Sinister Stone of Sakkara 5E, Dark Naga - OSR Haunting of Hastur Modules, and Glamazons vs The Curse of the Chainmail Bikini. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 82 - How Can a Top 100 List Only Go to 85? Feedspot! Aug 06, 2018

    I got squirreled today. An email from Feedpsot drew me back into the rabbit hole of Top 100 RPG Blog Lists that only have 85 entries, where a good portion of the list is "pay to play". Grrrrrr! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 81 - Gen Con Update, Post Roundup & Voicemails Aug 05, 2018

    Yep, its a bit of a smorgasbord with today's episode. An update on the "Gen Con assault", voicemails, highlighting some interesting posts from the blogside and and update on The Tavern's Discord Server (invite link: https://discord.gg/fReGmuD ) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 80 - Gen Con - Fisticuffs & ENnies Awards Aug 04, 2018

    Gen Con is in full swing - literally. A Youtuber gets attacked at a local bar by a Gen Con exhibitor and Gen Con silences the discussion. The ENnies were announced and the OSR did very well. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 79 - New - Freeport Goes CRPG, Robotech RPG & PF2 DL Aug 03, 2018

    All the news that's fit to yap. Freeport from Green Ronis is going to be a CRPG in late 2019, Robotech returns to RPGs in 2nd quarter of 2019 and the Pathfinder 2 playtest is available for download. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 78 - News - How Did I Miss Gail Gygax Getting Sued? Aug 02, 2018

    Yep, Gail is being sued by Tom DeSanto, the Transformers producer that signed a deal two years ago with Gail to market the Gary Gygax IP. Whatever could have gone wrong with that? Note - the Gygax Memorial Fund is back online. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #77 - News- Truth, Justice, What Did #ConManKen Say? Aug 01, 2018

    Today was to be a trip for #ConManKen to NYC for some fun and a court appearance. Kenny dodged that by finally telling the truth. Also, a look at some sales figures and player stats for the RPG industry from ICv2 and Fantasy Grounds. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 76 - Kickstarter Roundup for July 31, 2018 Jul 31, 2018

    Yep, today is a Tuesday and we have the latest Kickstarter Roundup. Eldritch Century: Monsters Wave 1, Void RPG Logo, Dice Tube - All Weather, Fantasy World Creator, and THE FANTASY TRIP – Old-School Roleplaying! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 75 - You Say its My Birthday Jul 30, 2018

    I turn 51 today. A look back and a look forward to #ConManKen's court appearance in two days, August 1st, 2018. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 74 - Why I Turned Down Working on an Amazing KS Jul 29, 2018

    It's never easy saying no to working on a project that looks to be very exciting, with a publisher that has a very strong Kickstarter history. Here's why I did so - for the second time. I blame you ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 73 - #ConManKen Plans a Road Trip - I Give Advice ;) Jul 28, 2018

    Ah yes, #ConManKen heads to NYC on Wednesday, August 1st to respond to his civil suit. Assuming he even goes, I remind Ken that IF his driver's license is suspended (likely) how best to avoid arrest. Also, Ken's plans for bankruptcy and submission of misleading documentation and evidence. Oh my! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 72 - Finding Flumphs & More in the AD&D Fiend Folio Jul 27, 2018

    Yep, I'm diving into the AD&D 1e Fiend Folio in this episode, looking for the silly, goofy and downright bizarre. Amazingly enough, I only made it as far as "Flumph". --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 71 - Reminiscing about the AD&D 1e Fiend Folio Jul 26, 2018

    The AD&D 1e Fiend Folio holds a special place in my personal gaming history - it was the first time I ever saw HD defined for monsters. My players never had it so good as when I thought 4+1 HD was 5 HP. Doh! The quality of the creatures included ranges from awesome to WTF!?!, but you knew that, right? :) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 70 - 5e e-Sports? Say What? Jul 25, 2018

    Hasbro's Chairman and CEO was on CNBC talking D&D growth figures and "e-Sports competition. Does this mean interparty conflict is now expected ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 69 - 7/24/18 Kickstarter Roundup & 2 New 5e Settings Jul 24, 2018

    Yep, WotC has gone and done it. Eberron is the new setting up on the DM's Guild and Guildmaster’s Guide to Ravnica releases in hardcover in the fall. As far as Kickstarters, we look at City of Brass, The Fantasy Trip, The GM's Tarot and All Weather Dice Tubes. Oh My! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 68 - #ConManKen - Creating a Marketing Genie for S&W Jul 23, 2018

    In today's episode, I describe the process I use to create creatures in Swords & Wizardry, in this instance, a #ConManKen inspired Marketing Genie. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 67 - There's a Succubus Holding a Monster Manual! Jul 22, 2018

    You fiend! Yep, that IS a Succubus holding a Monster Manual. Who would have thought? With this episode, I look at demons & devils in the AD&D 1e Monster Manual and my personal experience with the Satanic Panic from back in the day ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 66 - AD&D 1e PH put me to Sleep - No Save ;) Jul 21, 2018

    In today's episode, I look at the Sleep spell in AD&D and how it is handled in some of the retroclones. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 65 - The Tavern Wins a No-Prize & The Black Isle Jul 20, 2018

    I talk about why The Tavern (in any of its forms) will never win an award. More importantly, I talk about the free, crowdsourced sandbox setting, The Gazetteer to Eilean Dubh: The Black Isle. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 64 - Keeping 6th Edition at Bay w/ a Collector's Box Jul 19, 2018

    A little bit of this, a little bit of that. We look at the listener stats, some #ConManKen words from overnight and a look at the upcoming D&D 5e Core Book Boxed Set. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 63 - #ConManKen - Ken Can't Shut Up Shutting Up Jul 18, 2018

    In classic #ConManKen mode, Kenny insists on continuing his conversation with Louis via email and The Tavern's Community via comments on a recent post. Go Kenny! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 62 - Kicking it with Kickstarter - July 17, 2018 Jul 17, 2018

    After tearing apart Arcana Stock Art for repackaging art freely available for use I touch on the following crowdfunding projects: The Forgotten Dungeon Mega Adventure - AD&D, D&D5e, Dice Tube - All Weather, DRINKAGE: The Tipsy Meadows - An RPG Drinking Card Game!, Tiny Dice Buddies | Hard Enamel Polyhedral RPG Pins, NERO Ellipsis Dice and SURVIVE THIS!! Vigilante City Tabletop Roleplaying Game. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 61 - #ConManKen - Marcus Can't Shut Up Either Jul 16, 2018

    The #ConManKen Saga just gets more and more entertaining. With today's episode, Ken's enabler Marcus reveals and confirms more than he planned in a series of emails with Louis. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 60 - #ConManKen has a Villain Monologue Moment Jul 15, 2018

    You know in movies and comics, when the villain has to explain themselves, their motivation and the details fo their plan to the hero they are about to (attempt to) kill? Well, Ken's been having those moments. Stranger than fiction. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 59 - Baldur's Gate Lead Designer Goes Greek with 5e Jul 14, 2018

    James Ohlen (lead designer Baldur's Gate 1&2 and Neverwinter Nights) has retired from Bioware and is publishing a Greek-themed setting for 5e called Odyssey. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #58 - Barbarism in the AD&D 1e Unearthed Arcana Jul 13, 2018

    In this episode, I look at the Barbarian class from the Advanced Dungeons & Dragons 1e Unearthed Arcana and why they are a party pooper ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #57 - Dramatic Reading of #ConManKen Emails Jul 12, 2018

    Ah, #ConManKen. He never ceases to entertain. In this episode I "dramatically" read an email chain between Kenny and the man suing him in a New York court. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #56 - Gaming Memories & ENnies Voting is Live Jul 11, 2018

    We all have gaming moments that are burned into our memories. I recount some of my earlier memories. Also, ENnies voting is now live! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #55 - Kicking it with Kickstarter - July 10th, 2018 Jul 10, 2018

    In the third weekly installment of Kicking it with Kickstarter, we cover the following current Kickstarters: The Complete White Ship Campaign 1E&5E mega-adventure, City of Brass: Epic Adventure for 5e and Swords and Wizardry, SURVIVE THIS!! Vigilante City Tabletop Roleplaying Game, Hall of Judgment - a Dungeon Fantasy RPG Supplement, The RPG Coloring Book, Secrets of the Nethercity (ACKS) and The Mighty Dragon Bag for RPG --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #54 - Delving Into OSRIC Jul 09, 2018

    In this episode, I delve into OSRIC, which I see as the point in time where the OSR truly came into being. The first old school ruleset freely offered to the gaming community. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #53 - Voicemails & an Unexpected Rant - Thanks Kenny Jul 08, 2018

    In this episode, I answer some voicemails, get distracted by Kickstarter failures and enter rant mode... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #52 - The OSR Rulesets - Swords & Wizardry Jul 07, 2018

    Time to start looking at the various OSR rulesets. First up is Swords & Wizardry. Also, the full listing of OSR nominations for the 2018 ENnies. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #51 - ArenaNet Fires two Devs for Dissing Customers Jul 06, 2018

    Timely News - ArenaNet fires two developers for getting into a pissing match with customers via Twitter on July 4th. Employees are accountable for their social media feed and interactions. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #50 - ENnies Nominations 2018 - Tavern Picks Jul 05, 2018

    Yep, its that time of the year again and its time to offer The Tavern's picks and suggestions for the 2018 ENnies. Congrats to Jason Hobbs for the podcast Hobbs and Friends of the OSR making it to the final five. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 49 - The Beginning of the OSR - A Look Back Jul 04, 2018

    The first in what will become an (ir)regular series of episodes. Hackmaster 4e to Castles & Crusades to OSRIC to Labyrinth Lord and Finally to Swords & Wizardry, its the birth of the OSR. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    #48 - Kicking it w/Kickstarter - All Weather Dice Tubes? Jul 03, 2018

    Its the second weekly Kickstarter Roundup. We look at City of Brass, Towns & Dungeons RPG Decks, Pocket Companion: A Tavern Guide, and All Weather Dice Tube. Yes, you read the last one correctly ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #47 - Charging at Cavaliers in the AD&D 1e UA Jul 02, 2018

    In this episode, I take a look at Cavaliers and why I think balancing in-game abilities with roleplay restrictions often fails in practice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #46 - Poking Around the AD&D 1e UA - Polearms Jul 01, 2018

    Ah yes, polearms. Often misunderstood and truthfully, rarely used in game, polearms get a special treatment in the AD&D 1e Unearthed Arcana. Why? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #45 - Answering Comments and ShireCon in the Fall Jun 30, 2018

    In this episode, I answer voicemail, email, comments and such regarding recent episodes. Danke makes an appearance. ShireCon is in September and I'll be there. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #44 - Unearthing the AD&D 1e Unearthed Arcana - P1 Jun 29, 2018

    This is Part 1 of a series episodes digging into the AD&D 1e Unearthed Arcana. Today, we look at Method V of generating character stats. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #43 - Playing Mind Games with the AD&D 1e PH Jun 28, 2018

    Appendix 1, psionics - the bane of many a campaign. Yeah, we tried it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #42 - Be Careful What You Ask 4 & Happy Anniversary Jun 27, 2018

    Well, one of the Kickstarters I talked about yesterday got suspended an hour or so after the podcast went live. I did mention that the same creator had two projects funding at the same time. Oh, and the AD&D 1e Player's Handbook is 40 years old this month. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #41 - Kickstarter Roundup for June 26, 2018 Jun 26, 2018

    Some Kickstarters are amazing, some are "eh" and some hit the WTF level. We got you covered. City of Brass, The Forgotten Dungeon Mega adventure, Dragon scales Fantasy RPG and F@ck! Yeah! 20 Sided Dice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #40 - Looking at the AD&D 1e PH, Back to Front Jun 25, 2018

    I've been enjoying looking at the old D&D / AD&D rulebooks with fresh eyes. Today I look at the AD&D 1e Player's Handbook, starting with the back cover and then moving to the front. My God, Rangers are powerful at low levels (and powerful again at name level) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #39 - OD&D: Stop! Don't Let the Players Roll D' Dice Jun 24, 2018

    Tip of the hat to The Tavern's Discord Community for inadvertently giving me today's topic of discussion. Player's don't even roll their characters in OD&D - the DM does. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #38 - An Interview w/ Ben Barsh of Pacesetter Games Jun 23, 2018

    I chat with Ben Barsh of Pacesetter Games about the Rise of the Nefarious Kickstarter, the synergy between 5e and the OSR, bringing new and younger blood into old school gaming, Disney and other goodness --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #37 - How I See the OSR Jun 22, 2018

    Yep, I screwed up some of the early episodes. Argh! I talk about the OSR and The Tavern as a Neutral Ground. Oh, and a free game for 24 hours only. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #36 - Champions! Its Coming Backs as Its Old Self Jun 21, 2018

    There's a new Top Secret adventure being Kickstarted. The Origins Best RPG Game Award Winner is none other than our own James Spahn (and a dozen others). A look at the Champions Now! Kickstarter. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #35 - Kickstarters Old & New and the Return of a Pod Jun 20, 2018

    I talk about three current Kickstarters you should think of backing and one that is six and a half years overdue. Also, the return of the Old School Blues podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #34 - AD&D 1e Bard - Broken & Overpowered Jun 19, 2018

    Tim Shorts leaves a voicemail. A look at the AD&D 1e Bard as presented in the Player's Handbook. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #33 - I Rant, I Curse, I've Warned You! Jun 18, 2018

    Yes, a classic rant complete with a warning. I don't appreciate bags of shit littering my social media threads overnight and say so. F-bomb carpet-bombing in effect. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #32 - Father's Day Advice - Its Not What You'd Expect ;) Jun 17, 2018

    It's Father's Day. I spew some gaming and other advice out of my ass and suggest some places where fathers can get free swag today ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #31 - Free RPG Day and a New Player in Gaming Podcasts Jun 16, 2018

    A quick listing of what's available for Free RPG Day 2018. A short rant about blocking folks on social and then talking about them. Morrus enters the world of podcasting. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #30 - Praise and Patience - A Kickstarter Rant Jun 15, 2018

    Wherein I read a thank you letter and talk about the need for patience when it comes to Kickstarter coverage at The Tavern in its many forms. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #29 - Reflections of #ConManKen Jun 14, 2018

    Ken is reflecting well in a selfie at his old/current store in Kentucky. More ways to listen to Tavern Chat. My Lord, what a 5e Humble Bundle. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #28 - GMF Update, #ConManKen Update and Kickstarters Jun 13, 2018

    It's a pretty full episode (and four full weeks of daily podcasts). We look at the Gygax Memorial Fund and the POD AD&D 1e reprints over at RPGNow - is there money going to the GMF from these sales? What's #ConManKen up to and where is he at? Oh, and Kickstarters. Can't forget the Kickstarters ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #27 - Back in NYC - Behind the Scenes at NTRPG Jun 12, 2018

    The Eagle landed last night and Rach and I are back in New York City. Some behind the scenes at NTRPG Con and some talk of returning to the focus of prior to the con. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #26 - NTRPG Con - And Now, Our Time is Done Jun 11, 2018

    It's always sad to wrap up a convention trip, but NTRPG Con is even more so, as you are truly saying goodbye to an amazing community for another year. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #25 - NTRPG Con - Day 3 - Two Minutes to Midnite Jun 10, 2018

    We stayed up for the midnight auction. James ran some SWL in the morning. Tenkar is tired and beat to hell ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #24 - NTRPG Con - TPK and The Mouth of Doom? You Don't Say Jun 09, 2018

    James Spahn ran Rappan Athuk: Mouth of Doom this morning and the bodies hit the floor. The smell acrid was everywhere ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #23 - NTRPG Con Day One - And Then There Was Fun Jun 08, 2018

    A quick recap of NTRPG Con Day One. Our first sponsor. Co-DMing --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #22 - So Much OSR at NTRPG Con, We Knocked the Power Out! Jun 07, 2018

    Yep, we had about 40 minutes without power last night at the Westin. We were wondering if Bad Mike forgot to pay a bill or something ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #21 - Your Bartender has Arrived at NTRPG Con. Hold my Beer Jun 06, 2018

    I'm her e! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #20 - Further Thoughts on the AD&D 1e Thief Class Jun 05, 2018

    FrDave left some interesting thoughts on Episode #18 on tenkarstavern.com about the 1e Thief. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #19 - 1e DMG - Demons & The Devils You Don't Know Jun 04, 2018

    A look at APPENDIX D: RANDOM GENERATION OF CREATURES FROM THE LOWER PLANES --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #18 - AD&D 1e Player's Handbook - The Thief is not Meant to be a Stand Alone Class Jun 03, 2018

    In today's episode, I take a look at the AD&D 1e Thief class and why I think it was meant to keep players of demihuman races involved until "the end game" and has less value as a "solo class". Danke makes an appearance and Glen is nowhere to be found ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #17 - The 1e DMG as a Solo Gaming Resource Jun 02, 2018

    Note, I didn't say the 1e DMG was a Solo RPG Resource, but there were "sub-games" of sorts within the DMG. The Deck of Many Things and the Random Dungeon Generation Tables are two such resources. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #16 - Stock Settlements, Stock Art, and Art of the Genre - Kickstarters Jun 01, 2018

    Lets talk about some current (as of the morning of May 1st, 2018) Kickstarters - Spectacular Settlements for 5th Edition, The Curse of Roslof Keep high-level 1E & 5E gaming adventure, and Choose Your Own: Sci-Fi Stock Art. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode 15 - The AD&D 1e DMG is Overbearing ;) May 31, 2018

    A look at unarmed combat in the AD&D 1e DMG. The Tavern celebrates its 9th anniversary. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #14 - 1e DMG - Weapon Speed Just Slows Things Down May 30, 2018

    A followup on disease in the DMG with Tim Shorts. A look at weapon speed factor and why none of my groups ever used it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #13 - The 1e DMG is Diseased May 29, 2018

    Some memories, thoughts, and observations on the AD&D 1e Dungeon Master's Guide. Follow up on the Gygax Memorial Fund. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #12 - Warhammer for Kids n’ More May 28, 2018

    I talk about the Warhammer for Kids fiction line, the use of Deal of the Days at OBS as a publisher and some thoughts on Kickstarter stretch goals. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #11 - Memorial Weekend Freebie May 27, 2018

    A freebie for our active and former Military and Emergency Response personnel. Some thoughts on pricing and marketing at OneBookShelf --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #10 - Some Thoughts on the OSR Market May 26, 2018

    First episode recorded by phone. Enjoy the birds and the wind chime in the background. Some thoughts on the OSR market and publishing resources. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #9 - Early Morning Bleck! and Thoughts May 25, 2018

    Allergies are in full gear this morning. Listen to Tenkar drown in phlegm. Inbetween throat clearing, I have thoughts on the sudden uptick in OSR podcasts and look at the Orc Stabr Kickstarter. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #8 - Squirrel! Huh? May 24, 2018

    James Spahn has a new podcast, an update on the GMF and stock art goodness. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #7 - NTRPG Con is in Two Weeks May 23, 2018

    I was reminded (right before recording this episode) that I was running some Mouth of Doom sessions at NTRPG in two weeks. There are still slots open (9am F/S/S) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #4 - James Shields stops on by May 22, 2018

    Tavern Chat has its first guest - James Shields. James was the art director for White Star and has a new stock art Kickstarter with a nice twist. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #6 - Gygax Memorial Fund Part 2 May 21, 2018

    Tim Shorts leaves a message. The second part of the Gygax Memorial Fund recap. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #5 - Gygax Memorial Fund Part 1 May 20, 2018

    In this episode, I answer a voicemail and begin a series of episodes recapping 2 1/2 years of investigative posts at tenkarstavern.com regarding the Gygax Memorial Fund. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode #3 - Let There Be Light May 19, 2018

    We have voicemails from James Spahn and Tim Shorts, discuss Swords & Wizardry Light and mention the new OSR patches available for order (not from us ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Episode # 2 Dave and some Inappropriate Characters May 18, 2018

    There's a Humble Book Bundle, a Dave Arneson Documentary and some Inappropriate Characters. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

    Wherein your Bartender introduces himself May 17, 2018

    Yep, first episode. Short and sweet and hopefully the start of something fun. Oh, and a last-minute update to today's Gygax Memorial Fund post. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tavernchat/support

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