TABLETOP TALK - Third Floor Wars

How does a giant of board game design go from idea to box?

I talk with Reiner Knizia about his history and creative process.

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I sat with John Harper to discuss his favorite movies, shows, music, and games. It became the two of us talking about great media for over three hours. I ask guests what they watch and play because it gives us insight …

What if the candles at the table are for the game, not the atmosphere?

Join me in discussing Ten Candles, To Serve Her Wintery Hunger, and more with Stephen Dewey. Where the idea of Ten Candles came from? What was his …

What if Mothership had MAGIC???

Join Craig and Watt as they discuss Watt's creative process and history as a designer. They discuss their newest offering, Cloud Empress, an expansive, Nausicaa-inspired fantasy campaign …

I am finally shooting my shot! This is the clip I submitted for the 2023 ENNIE Awards for this podcast. Let's see what happens!

Is King Arthur Pendragon the only PERFECT RPG ever made?

Craig talks with David Larkins, line editor at Chaosium for the King Arthur Pendragon RPG, to find out.

Twitter: https://twitter.com/sirlarkins

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Frontier Hard Science Fiction - Blue Planet is a favorite RPG and getting a new edition.

Craig sits with Jeff Barber of Biohazard Games, the maker of …

Are you ready to play high school students who share a deep love of music and start a band? 

Craig sits with Gregg and Deric of Session One Studios, …

Into the Odd but PURE horror?

Craig sits down with Nick from Goblin Archives and talks about their games Liminal Horror and its supplements.

Blog: https://goblinarchives.blot.im/

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What about an RPG inspired by the movie Annihilation - NO GM needed?

Craig sits down with Raph Damico and they dig into The Zone.  It is Raph's storyteller strange, twisted, horror RPG.  We've played it several times on …

Lo-fi and lighthearted RPG… from SWEDEN?

I talk with Lucas Falk and Alf Peter Malmberg of Bläckfisk Publishing – the makers of the Heroes of Cerulea …

Are any good games coming out of Brazil? The short answer is "yes," and Diogo Nogueira leads the charge.

Craig and Diogo talk about his process for creating OSR-inspired games. We learn his approach from his unique path …

Monsters that battle against the Apocalypse while trying to retain some shred of their humanity? Yes. Please.

What challenges did the playtest of Apocalypse Keys bring? Join Craig as he sits down with Rae to discuss his …

Craig talks with Navi and Shawn Drake about their new game on Kickstarter, Dead Belt. They dive into how their partnership works to create the games many people love.

Dead Belt KS: …

Join Craig and Andrew as they discuss many games Andrew's helped bring to life.

Twitter: https://twitter.com/peregrinecorone?lang=en

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Fantasy RPG with babies?

Craig talks with Jason Cassidy and Jimmy St. James about the making of Babies and Broadswords.  Where did the idea emerge from? How did the mechanics change during development?

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A souls-like solo roleplaying game? A no-prep asymmetrical monster-hunter TTRPG? Yes, please!

Craig sits with Spencer Campbell, and they talk …

Magic in the Modern World - are you ready for Nexus?

Craig sits down with the prolific creator, Blake Ryan, and discusses his new game on Kickstarter …

Why are the fans of Relicblade so passionate?

Craig sits down with Sean and talks about his ground-breaking games.

Website: https://relicblade.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MetalKingStudio

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Could you be a LAZY Dungeon Master?

Craig sits down with the Lazy Dungeon Master and talks about his books and the D&D landscape.

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When did geek hobbies become mainstream and cool?  Craig and Clint discuss this and a ton more about RPGs, mechanics, and systems.

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What does it take to plan and run a gaming convention for thousands of people?

Craig sits down with Miranda Bourke (Wargamergirl) and Owen Beste (NOVA Open) and discusses how they make Valhalla and the NOVA Open …

More Mothership RPG content? Yes, PLEASE!

Craig interviews Eric Alsandor, creator of the Rane in Blood Mothership adventure and sourcebook.

Rane will be available soon on TNG: https://shop.tuesdayknightgames.com/

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How did Modipheus come out of nowhere to become a significant player in the tabletop gaming industry?

Join Craig as he talks to the founder of Modiphius about the company's origin and the 2d20 games they make.

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Why is Liminal hailed as a landmark RPG?
Craig sits down with Paul Mitchener, and they discuss how and why he made Liminal and other games.
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Can being a playtester lead to being a game designer?

Craig sits down with Stras Acimovic, and they discuss how and why he made Scum and Villainy, Band of Blades, and other games.

Twitter: @strasa

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Can watching Pro Wrestling make you a better GM?

Craig sits down with John Wick, and they discuss how and why he made L5R, 7th Sea, and many other games.

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What if "Murder She Wrote" drank too much wine and hooked up with the Cthulhu Mythos?

Craig sits down with Jason Cordova, and they discuss how and …

Can players and GMs get more from their sessions with improv tools?   

Craig sits down with Karen Twelves and Sean Nittner to discuss the new Improv …

Why will John Harper give up on an idea?  What makes Sean Nittner sought after as a design collaborator?  How does Craig prepare for interviews? 

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Ground-breaking designer?  Yes.  Enthusiastic ambassador to the hobby?  Yes.  Kind and generous person?  Also, yes.

Craig sits down with Jason Morningstar and discusses his approach to making many of the games we love. …

The entire history of RPGs over the last five decades in TWO HOURS?   We try! I talk with Shannon Appelcine, the author of the Designers & Dragons books, about the previous 50 years of the hobby.

Designers & …

Who made the Forgotten Realms?

Craig sits down with the father of the Forgotten Realms, a (or THE) setting for Dungeons & Dragons.

Fate of Norns: https://www.fateofthenorns.com/store/

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Buckle up and listen as Craig sits down with Ron Edwards, and they talk about The Forge, the games he makes, the games we play, and how we play them.  

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Giant spider apocalypse??  Sign me up!

Join Craig as he sits down with Willow Jay, the creator of the RPGs Webworld and Liminal_.

Check out Craig's flip through of Webworld here: …

How did The Glass Cannon Network start??

Join Craig as he sits down with Joe O'Brien, one of the founders of the amazing Glass Cannon Network.  They discuss the origins of the network and the reality of running an RPG …

Why do people LOVE Dungeon Crawl Classics???

Join Craig as he sits down with some of the team responsible for the game and its supplements. They discuss the origins of the game, the signature features like the dice and …

Join Craig while he sits down with author and designer Thomas Balding. Thomas discusses their newest RPG, Other Earths.

Other Earths Kickstarter:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/infiniteodyssey/other-earths

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Join Craig, and his guests, Navi and Shawn Drake, as they talk about the Drakes' new Forged in the Dark game - Court of Blades.  Where did the concept come from?  How did they know they needed to publish it?  What was …

Join Craig while he sits down with author and designer, Johnn Four.  They discuss his approach to creating the popular 5-Room Dungeon concept and …

Join Craig while he sits down with author and designer, Ian Yusem.  They discuss his approach to creating popular Mothership content like The Drain …

Join Craig as he discusses BIG news for the future of the Malifaux US Faux Tour!

Join Craig as he discusses the future of the US Faux Tour

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Bonus cross-promotion episode!

Enjoy this episode of Gaming and BS from their archive.

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Insider Insights interview!

Craig talks with Avery Alder about her creative approach and innovative RPG designs.

Links:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQr0d9nvSEk&list=PLAIAHfJvz15m0xE1OU_PUCEc3d1x5m7iq&index=6

Join Craig as he talks with Amit Moshe (City of Mist) about his unique and fascinating RPG, City of Mist.

Check out City of Mist here: https://cityofmist.co/

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Join Craig and his guests as they dive into the Malifaux Master, English Ivan.

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Join Craig as he talks with Justin (The Alexandrian and Atlas Games) about his famous website and the large range of games he's helped bring to our tables.
The Alexandrian: https://thealexandrian.net
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Join Craig as he sits down with Tom Anders, owner of Impact! Miniatures.  
They discuss the process of bringing miniatures and dice from concept to production.  They also break down the future of the industry in the face …

Join Craig as he sits down with the three top finishers in a Malifaux tournament in Perth Australia.
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Join Craig as he sits down and talks with Sage LaTorra.  They dig into the origins of Dungeon World and then spin off into some deep dives into design, approaches, and looking at games from the past.
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Join Craig as he talks with Mike about the origins and process of creating his games.  How did the innovative and elegant Gaslands and Billion Suns come into existence?  Grab your matchbox cars and spaceship toys!
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Join Craig as he talks with Josh Thompson, a freelance writer with Wyrd Games.  They talk about his process, how he became a writer and his love of the Malifaux setting.
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Join Craig as he talks with Mike Mason of Chaosium about his career and Call of Cthulhu.  It is the 40th anniversary of the game, and Chaosium has …

Join Craig as he talks with Fleur and Chelsea Sciortino; the makers of the RPG Flabbergasted.  It is on Kickstarter now and brings us Around the …

Join Craig as he talks with game designer, Steve Kenson.  They discuss his career, approach to design, and the several games he's made.  
Steve's Blog: https://stevekenson.com/
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Join Craig and his expert guests as they break down Euripides and the Savage keyword.

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Join Craig as he talks with developer, designer, writer, and creator, Freddie Taylor-Bell.  They talk about his history and approach to designing the RPG Briar and Bramble, which is now on Kickstarter.
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Join Craig as he talks with developer and creator, Will Schoonover.  They talk about his history and approach to designing the tabletop games we love.

Join Craig as he explains what the Resurrectionist Pool Party stream for Malifaux is about.  

Come by tomorrow (Tuesday, Sept 7th) and watch us break …

Join Craig as he talks with company founder and creator, Shane Hensley of Pinnacle Entertainment.  They discuss the founding of the company, the origins of Deadlands and Savage Worlds, and the challenges (and joy) of …

Join Craig as he talks with writer and creator Andrew E.C. Gaska about his career, approach to writing and creating excellent tabletop content, and …

Join Craig as he talks with creator John Scott Tynes about his career, approach to creating excellent tabletop content, and how to up your game as a GM.
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Join Craig and his guests, Cody and Manuel, as they break down Parker and the Bandit crew for Malifaux.  
Check out Cody's great pod here: https://anchor.fm/swampfiends
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Join Craig as he talks with author Erik Granström, creator of the setting for the RPG Forbidden Lands from Free League Publishing.  We discuss his approach to writing novels and gaming material.  He explains his unique …

Join Craig as he talks with Lynne Hardy about her career and creations for the tabletop role playing industry.  They discuss her game Cogs, Cakes …

Join Craig as he talks with Colin Young of Battle Systems.  They discuss how the company was formed, the process of making their terrain, and their …

Join Craig and freelance writer Nate Wolf as they talk about the joy and challenges of writing in the tabletop industry.  They discuss Wyrd Games' …

Join Craig and Micheal Konas of Dog Might Games as they discuss the craft, creativity, and challenges behind some of the best gaming accessories available.  What led him to found the company?  How do they go from …

Join Craig and designer Robin Laws as they talk about his process for creating innovative games.  How did Robin get his start in the RPG industry?  What are the origins of Feng Shui and GUMSHOE?  
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Join Craig, Meguey Baker, and Vincent Baker as they discuss their creative process and approach.  Where did the seeds of Apocalypse World first appear?  What do they think of the PbtA explosion?  What are they working …

Join Craig, and his guest Mike Wallace, as they discuss how he became a published author.  They talk about his work for Wyrd Games and how he has contributed to the lore of Malifaux.  They finish going over his first …

Join Craig, and his guests Bryan Bauer and Ewan Bailey-Thiele, as they break down Reva and her keyword.  What does she do on the table?  What are good models to hire into her crew?  How do you counter her?

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Join Craig, and his guest Robert Schwalb, talk about Robert's career from Green Ronin to Wizards of the Coast to creating his own games.  
Check out his website: https://schwalbentertainment.com/
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Join Craig and Tom from Goblin King Games as they discuss Moonstone.  It is a miniatures skirmish game in a fantasy world.  Stick around until the end when Tom reveals some of the plans for the setting.
'The Arising' …

Join Craig as he gives a preview of all the content coming out from the Third Floor.  Two Kickstarters ending from friends of the show.  Two RPG live streams!  Four new episodes of the podcast with a Malifaux deep dive …

Join Craig, and his guests, Fabrice Massad and James Reegan of Redgrass Games, as they discuss how their company creates hobby accessories.  They discuss the Regrass wet palette, brushes, and paint handle.  Stick around …

Join Craig, and his guests, Isaac Vega and Lindsey Rode, as they talk about their careers and latest release.  They discuss Dead of Winter, Labryinthos, and Keystone: North America.  What is their process for iterating …

Join Craig, and his guest Alyssa Menold, as they talk about Alyssa's career as a freelance artist for tabletop companies like Wyrd Games.  How did …

Join Craig, and his guest Jared Logan, as they talk about Jared's career as a standup comedian and GM for Stream of Blood.  They discuss what makes RPGs so great and Jared gives actionable advice on how to make your …

Join Craig, and his guests, as they breakdown the Malifaux master Perdita Ortega and the Family keyword.

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Join Craig and his guest Chris and Grant, discussing how they created their RPGs; Unbound, Spire, and Heart.  We dig into the company's founding, what inspired these games, and what makes them unique.  Stick around for …

Craig shares his thoughts on the most recent changes to Malifaux.

Join Craig and his guests, Pete, Michael, and Johnny, as they discuss the beginning, middle, and demise of the tabletop mini-game of Guildball.  How …

Join Craig and his guest, Keith Baker, as they discuss the D&D setting Keith created, Eberron.  What makes it such a popular setting?  How did …

Join Craig and his guests, Greg Piskosz, Bryan Bauer, and Ewan Bailey-Thiele, as they discuss what winning players do to win games like Malifaux.  What is their thought process before and during the game?  What are ways …

Join Craig, and his guest Brett Blocznski, as they talk about Brett's setting for D&D, The Streets of Avalon, the last 20 years in the RPG industry, and thoughts on what an RPG is.
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Join Craig and his guests, Jamie Perkins, James Baldwin, and James Doxey, as they discuss the concept of competitive versus casual games and gamers.  Is there a difference?  Why does the subject tend to ignite …

Join Craig and his guests, Sugi, Chris, and Todd from TurnZer0, make the case that Marvel Crisis Protocol is more than a "beer and pretzel" game.  Is …

Join Craig and his guest, Mari Tokuda, as they discuss Mari's career, writing for Wyrd Games, designing digital games, and surviving as a freelance …

Join Craig and his guests as they explain how they made podium at a recent Malifaux event in New England.

Check out the Knights Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/knightsoftheroundbase/

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Join Craig and his guest, John Harper, dive into John's process for creating the games Blades in the Dark and AGON.  They discuss where the ideas came from, how the mechanics and lore developed over time, and what makes …

Join Craig, and his guests, as they discuss why they lose at games like Malifaux.  It is a deep discussion about aspects of competitive mini gaming that lead to wins and losses.

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Be sure to listed to the previous 2 sessions to get all the action! 

The video on the narrative dice starring Anthony (from a previous Insider Insights episode): …

Craig goes over what the podcast episode schedule is for February and March then reveals what episodes are recorded and the Patreons are voting on …

Join Craig and his guest (Dennis Detwiller) as they discuss Dennis' career, the Delta Green RPG and the role-playing industry.
Check out everything …

Join Craig and his guests (Steve Johnston and Brian Gresham) dive in and discuss the Outcast master Von Schill and the Freikorps crew.

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Join Craig and his guests (Heather Murphy and Patrick E. McLean) as they discuss the importance of play.  Is play important for kids?  For adults?

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Join Craig and his guests (Cody, Brian and Dave) as the discuss why they loved Warmachine and Hordes, why it fell out of favor and led them to Malifaux.
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Join Craig as he sits down and chats with Matt Carter and Kyle Rowan (Wyrd Games) about the newest faction in Malifaux - Explorers!  They discuss how they came up with the ideas and even dig into each of the new masters …

WOW!  Join Craig and Cody as they chat about the milestone for this podcast.  Don't miss the blooper and outtake reels at the end!

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Join Craig as he talks to the podium for an in-person event in Australia!  They had enough players that felt comfortable with the safety protocols to …

Join Craig as he shares a sneak peek of a new Malifaux podcast "Badlands Radio"

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Join Craig as he shares a sneak peek of a new Malifaux podcast "Boring Conversation"

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Join Craig as his guest, Lewis Clarke, discuss the behind the scenes of game development with TTCombat.  
Check out the new retail store in Bromley, …

Join Craig as his players (Nick Westbrook, Robert Singer, Roman Hechenberger, Keith Suderman, and Vaclav Muzik) continue on an epic Star Wars adventure using Fantasy Flight's Edge of Empire system.  This is session 2; …

Join Craig as his guests, Andrew Lubich and Mark Williams talk about the mechanical evolution of Wyrd Games' Malifaux from 1st edition through 3rd …

Join Craig as his guest, Bryce Johnston, discuss the behind the scenes of game development.  They cover many topics including playtesting, reality of the industry, trends and inclusion.
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Join Craig as his guests (Brandon Lynch and Jeremy Peace) give in-depth analysis and advice on Mei Feng and the Foundry crew for Malifaux.  They explain their core crews, must-take models, key plays, and strategies …

Join Craig as his guests (James Doxey and Pete Kain) explain why they love the game Godtear from Steamforged games.  

Check out James' blog here: https://grumpysarn.wixsite.com/objectivehex

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Join Craig as his guests (Bryan Bauer, Alexander Sälldin, and Oliver Hedges) talk through how they finished in the top 3 for this global event.  They discuss, round-by-round what crews the brought, why they brought …

Join Craig as his players (Nick Westbrook, Robert Singer, Roman Hechenberger, Keith Suderman, and Vaclav Muzik) embark on an epic Star Wars adventure using Fantasy Flight's Edge of Empire system.  This is session 1 …

Join Craig and his guest, Chris van der Linden, as they discuss how Chris took a hobby and a creative outlet and transformed it into a successful …

Join Craig as his guests, Cody Hiatt and Maria Veeland explain how to get the most from Viktoria and the Mercenary keyword.  What are their common hires?  What strategies and schemes do the like with this crew?  What …

Join Craig as he sits down and talks with Anthony Boyd (Runeslinger on YouTube) about role-playing games.  He goes in-depth on the past, present and …

Join Craig as his guests, Greg Piskosz and Andre Demings explain how to get the most from Nekima and the Nephilim keyword.  What are their common hires?  What strategies and schemes do the like with this crew?  What are …

Join Craig as he talks to Jamie Perkins about the past, present, and future of tabletop gaming.
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Join us as Joshua MacAran does a guest spot and shares his thoughts on how to deal with aggressive Alpha-Strike crews in Malifaux 3rd Edition.  

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Join Craig as he talks to Michael Kesavan (Dead Aussie Gamer) about Wyrd's Through the Breach roleplaying system.  They discuss what makes it great …

Join Craig and his guests, Keith Suderman and Sarah-Anne Lahaie, as they discuss being parents that game, introducing and raising kids who game, and how to introduce gaming to kids.

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Join Ray and his guests as the breakdown and discuss everything in the Gaining Grounds Season 1 packet.  New strategy and schemes, FAQ, and the errata.  What did they like?  What did they not like?  What do they think …

Join Craig and his guest, Jay Little, as they discuss the games Jay has designed including the X-Wing Miniature game, Edge of Empire RPG, and many more.  Learn how Jay approaches designing for blockbuster licenses like …

Join Craig and his guests, Matthew Peterson and Ambrose Ingram, as they discuss Titania for Neverborn.  Is she the best first master in the game? …

Join Craig and his guest, Reice, as they discuss Ulix for Bayou.  What makes the crew work?  What are the key hires?  What pools do they excel in? …

Join Craig as he talks with Ash Barker of Guerilla Miniature Games and YouTube fame.  They discuss game design, what makes a game fun, and what miniature gaming looks like in a post-COVID world. 

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Join Craig as he talks to the three top placers in the Las Vegas Open.  Learn what crews they took, how they played them, and the key decisions that led to their victories.

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Join Craig, and his guests, Pete Kain and Chris Yuen, talk about seven of the biggest miniature games being played today.  What is good about them?  What is not so good about them?  Be prepared for strong opinions and …

Join Craig, and his guest, James Baldwin, talks about the process of designing a game and bringing it to market.  Learn how he goes from concept to complete game.

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Join Craig as his guests, Adam Talbot and Jesse Watson, dive into Dashel Barker and the Guard keyword.  Discover their core crew and the models they flex into.  Learn the keyword's 2nd-level play and what counters them! …

Join Craig as his guests discuss how they made the podium for a Malifaux tournament last year in Charlotte, NC.  They reveal what crews they played, which crews they faced, and the key decisions that led to their …

Join Craig as he runs an RPG session of Edge of Empire for four players.  This is a flashback session that happens a year before the main campaign …

Join Craig, and his guests, Michael Matteson and Bob Moffa, talk about the process of designing a game and bringing it to market.  They focus on their new game, “unPerfect Heroes: Battle Lines”.
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Join Craig as his guests explain how they play Jack Daw and the Tormented crew. What is their core crew, their flex picks, and their favorite pools? …

Join Craig as his guests (Perris King, Alexandra Elizabeth and Andrea Shipman) discuss what it is like to live with a Table Top gamer.  How do you find balance?  Manage time and space?  Explain the hobby to friends and …

Join Ray as he discusses the new game Skytear with Giacomo Neri of PvP Geeks.  They go over how the game plays, what makes it unique and all of the key mechanics. 

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Join Craig as his guests (AJ Barr and Oliver Borden) explain how Bayou Mah Tucket and the Tricksy crew work in Malifaux 3rd Edition.  They discuss …

Join Craig as his guests (Cody Hiatt, Johnathan Pravlik and Brandon Lynch) explain how they did so well in the 2019 5-round Grand Tournament event …

Join Ray as he takes questions about the fate deck and control hand from the audience.  

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Join Craig as his guests Kyle and Matt from Wyrd Games discuss Gaining Grounds Season 1, the first M32 FAQ and Errata.  A must-listen episode.

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Join Craig as his guests (Josh Antoline and Owen Beste) explain how Outcast Leveticus and the Amalgam crew work in Malifaux 3rd Edition.  They …

Join Ray as his guest Chris (owner of Slow Death Games) explains their newest release, Star Breach! 

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Join Craig as his guests (James Doxey, Emma Newham and Tom Panah) explain how they did so well in the 2019 Breach in the North event.  They explain what crews the took, what they faced and the key decisions each match …

Join Craig as his guests (Victor Forsberg, Joakim Abragamsson and Adreas Soder) explain how they did so well in the 2019 Swedish Nationals event.  They explain what crews the took, what they faced and the key decisions …

Join Craig as his guest breaks down WONG and the Wiz Bang keyword.  What does this crew do on the table?  What models make up the core crew?  What strategies do they excel in?  What schemes do they like?  What schemes …

Join Ray and his guests from 3 Men and a War Game as they discuss everything MCP.  They talk about what they love and what they don't love about the game.  They share their hopes for the future and give their wish list …

Join Craig and his guests (Jesse Watson and Geir Vikan) as they break down Lucius and the Elite keyword.  What does this crew do on the table?  What models make up the core crew?  What strategies do they excel in?  What …

Join Craig and his guests (Kyle Bode and Kevin Tschopik) discuss some hot topics floating around the Malifaux ecosystem.  What do these podcasters think about M3e and its launch?  Are there any models we think may need …

Join Craig and his guests (Matthew Overton and James Bryant) discuss how they performed in the 3-round Teddyfaux tournament in western Australia.  What did they play?  What did they play against?  What were the key …

Join Ray as his guests, Chris and Jesse (from Fury's Finest), make the case that he (and you) need to be playing Marvel Crisis Protocol by Atomic …

Join Craig as his guests, Dan Brown and Steve Johnston, discuss how anyone can play Malifaux online with anyone in the world.  They explain how to install and run Vassal, how to find a game and some of the key features …

This is a bonus episode with a guest editorial.  Joshua MacAran, after hearing the recent Expert Round Table II episode, offers some unique insight on why master hiring is more complicated an issue than many realize. …

Join Craig as his guests, Cody Hiatt, Roman Hechenberger and Robert Singer discuss several hot topics in the Malifaux community along with several segments devoted to making you a better Malifaux player.  It is a meaty …

Join Craig as his guest, Jesse Ellis, reveals how to get the most from Ophelia and the Kin crew.  What models make up the core crew?  What models …

Join Craig as his guest, Doug Broman, reveals how to get the most from Toni Ironsides and the M&SU crew.  What models make up the core crew? …

Join Craig as his guests, Alyx Drake and Greg Piskosz, reveals how to get the most from Asami and the Oni crew.  What models make up the core crew? …

Join Craig and his guests, Nikolay Galeev, Cris Govyazon and Dmitrii Kevorkov, as they explain how they ended up on the podium for the 2019 Russian …

Join Craig as his guest, Steve Bynum, reveals how to get the most from Seamus and the Red Chapel crew.  What models make up the core crew?  What …

Join Craig as he talks with DZ - the man responsible for the M3e Crew Builder App.  DZ explains how the idea of the app started and how, in a few short months, it went from concept to release.  We also give a tour of …

Join Craig and his guests, Jamie Varney, James Doxey and Paul Butler, as they explain how they ended up on the podium for the 2019 English GT.  They …

A short bonus episode where I talk about the December Decimation GT, an update to the scoring for USFT and give our patrons a shout out!  Regular …

Join Craig and his guest, Geoff Mansker, reveals how to get the most from Pandora and the Woe crew.  What models make up the core crew?  What models …

Join Craig and his guests David Brown and Carl Lee discuss what it takes to make a strong Malifaux community.  These henchmen discuss what they do to foster and grow their meta, how they run events that constantly have …

Join Craig as his guest, Peter Sidaway, gives a deep dive into making Shenlong and his crew effective in Malifaux 3rd edition.  He explains what …

Join Craig as his guest, Matt Lewin, gives a deep dive into making Charles Hoffman and his crew effective as an Arcanist in Malifaux 3rd edition.  He …

Join Craig as his guests (Stephen Bynum, Oliver Borden and Cody Hiatt), fresh off their podium finish at NOVA, talk through how they played their …

Join Craig as his guests (Owen Beste and Cody Hiatt) reveal why Outcast players are putting Tara on the table in Malifaux 3rd edition. They go in-depth on how to maximize the crew's effectiveness.  We dig into how to …

Join Craig as his guests (Roman Hechenberger and John Fox) reveal why Bayou players are bringing Brewmaster to the table for Malifaux 3rd edition. They go in-depth on how to maximize the crew's effectiveness along with …

Join Ray Flynn as he reveals how he won a recent 3-round event in Charlotte NC.  He planned on taking three different masters into each round but his plans changed.  Learn how he decided what crews to bring, how he won …

Join Craig as his guests, Alyx Drake and Robert Singer, reveal why Ten Thunder players are bringing McCabe to the table for Malifaux 3rd edition. They go in-depth on how to maximize his effectiveness and the tricks you …

Join Craig as his guest Stephen Bynum reveals why Resurrectionist players are excited about Yan Lo in Malifaux 3rd edition. His breakdown on the crew will Fortify the Spirit of any Rezzer player. Learn the darkest …

Join Craig and his guest, Matt Peterson, as they discuss The Dreamer in Malifaux 3rd Edition.  Matt reveals how he runs Dreamer and his crew, what upgrades are essential and the models that make up his crew.  Near the …

Join Craig as his guest Jamie Varney reveals why Resurrectionists are so excited about Kirai in Malifaux 3rd Edition. A must-listen for anyone that plays the crew and great opposition research for those that play …

Join Craig as he talks with henchmen and players in Georgia (Wyrd's back yard).  They coordinated a growth league and league-ending tournament.  Learn how they structured and ran the league for maximum participation and …

Join Craig and his guests Jamie Varney, Stephen Bynum and James Doxey as they share advice on becoming a better player, the state of M3e and even take questions from the listeners. This may be the meatiest episode we’ve …

Join Craig as his guest John Fox as he reveals all the secrets for effectively running Bayou Zipp and the Infamous crew. He walks us through their …

Join Craig as his guest Roman Hechenberger as he reveals all the secrets for effectively running Arcanist Colette and the Showgirl crew. He walks us …

Join Craig as his guests from the Virginia Beach meta who explain what they did to grow from 3 players in the M3e open beta to over a dozen players,  They talk through how you can start a meta in your area or even grow …

Join Craig as his guest, Steve Bynum reveals how he makes Marcus and a Chimera crew effective on the table.  Anyone playing (or playing against) …

Join Craig as his guest, Alyx Drake who reveals how he won the Breach the North II event.  Anyone playing (or playing against) Ten Thunders should …

Join Craig as his guest, Robert Singer, reveals how he plays the Arcanist master Rasputina in Malifaux 3rd Edition.  He explains which models he hires and when, how to react to the opponent and the scheme and strategy …

Join Craig as his guest, Jamie Varney, reveals how he plays the Resurrectionist master Albus in Malifaux 3rd Edition.  He explains which models he hires and when, how to react to the opponent and the scheme and strategy …

Join Craig as his guest, James Doxey, reveals how he plays the Arcanist master Kaeris in Malifaux 3rd Edition.  He explains which modes he hires and …

Join Craig and Ray as they break down each faction and master in Malifaux 3rd edition based on different play styles.  Are you looking for simple or …

Craig interviews Matt Carter (game designer at Wyrd Games) who pulls back the curtain and reveals the design team's approach, process, decision …

Michael Cohen, Kevin Calderwood and Joe Girard try to convince Craig that he should be playing The Other Side by Wyrd Games.  They make their case …

Craig and his guest, Steve, dive deep into Molly of the Resurrectionists.  Steve reveals how he builds a Forgotten crew, how he plays them (and wins) …

Jason Murray (from the Battlemallet podcast) and Jimmy try to convince Craig that he should be playing Warhammer Underworlds by Games Workshop. …

This is a must-listen if you play (or play against) Arcanists.  Craig talks to James Doxey (of Arcane Reservoir fame) about his thoughts around Malifaux 3rd Edition.  They discuss the current and future state of the …

Join us as we breakdown Dashel Barker in the new 3rd Edition of Malifaux by Wyrd games. We talk through his strengths, weaknesses and the key models they can bring to the table. How does a Guard crew perform? What are …

Paul Regina and Brian Powell try to convince Craig that he should be playing Wild West Exodus by Warcradle Studios.  Paul and Brian make their case …

Join us as we breakdown the VIKS in the new 3rd Edition of Malifaux by Wyrd games. We talk through their strengths, weaknesses and the key models they can bring to the table. How does a Mercenary crew perform? What are …

Join Craig as his guests Paul Regina and Donald Koger try and convince him that he should be playing Star Wars Legion by Fantasy Flight Games.  Paul …

Join us as we breakdown Hoffman in 3rd Edition Malifaux by Wyrd games.  We talk through his strengths, weaknesses and the key models he brings to the table.  How does an Augmented crew perform?  What are their …

Join Craig as he shares his thoughts after his first Malifaux 3rd edition game.  He talks about how the new edition feels and plays.  Get his hot …

 Join us as we breakdown Shenlong in the new 3rd Edition of Malifaux by Wyrd games. We talk through his strengths, weaknesses and the key models he can bring to the table. How does a Monk crew perform? What are their …

Join us as we breakdown Nellie Cochran in the new 3rd Edition of Malifaux by Wyrd games. We talk through her strengths, weaknesses and the key models she can bring to the table. How does a Journalist crew perform? What …

Join us as we breakdown Yan Lo in the new 3rd Edition of Malifaux by Wyrd games.  We talk through his strengths, weaknesses and the key models he can bring to the table.  How does a Retainer crew perform?  What are …

Join us as we breakdown Misaki Katanaka in the new 3rd Edition of Malifaux by Wyrd games.  We talk through her strengths, weaknesses and the key models she can bring to the table.  How does a Lost Blossom crew perform? …

What can we control about the future of Malifaux?  Join Craig as he talks through where Malifaux was, where it is now and what M3e portends for the …

Join us as we breakdown Jakob Lynch in the new 3rd Edition of Malifaux by Wyrd games.  We talk through his strengths, weaknesses and the key models he can bring to the table.  How does a Honeypot crew perform?  What are …

Join us as we breakdown Sonnia Criid in the new 3rd Edition of Malifaux by Wyrd games.  We talk through her strengths, weaknesses and the key models she can bring to the table.  How does a Witch Hunter crew perform? …

Join Craig and Ray as they break down the M3e Strategies and Schemes.  They explain and then talk through each one.  Learn what they think will make (or break) your chances of scoring.

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Join us as we breakdown Lady Justice in the new 3rd Edition of Malifaux by Wyrd games.  We talk through her strength, weaknesses along with the key models she brings to the table.  How does a Marshal crew perform?  What …

Join us as we cover the process, rules and restrictions for hiring crews in Malifaux 3rd edition.  A great overview for 2e veterans and those new to …