ACTUAL PLAY – Ironsworn by Shawn Tomkins – Session Zero – Character Creation

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We are creating characters and world-building in Ironsworn by Shawn Tomkins. This will be a Guided session zero and campaign run by Will.

TRUTHS

The OLD WORLD  is the epicenter of Apocalypse. We have traveled to the fabled Ironlands to seek Hel’s Iron Bell to send the forces of evil away.

Most villages have a ceremonial IRON bell to swear oaths. These bells are believed to keep evil spirits at bay.

People of the Ironlands are a LEGACY of pilgrims and descendants they secured and hid Hel’S Iron bell for these End Times. Stories have turned to legend.

COMMUNITIES are fortified villages each one had a different idea of the true bell. Bellanders  

LEADERS are religious in nature, priests, Gothi, each believes theirs is the true form.

DEFENSE each fortified village has road wardens called bell wardens that protect. 

MYSTICISM sound of bells are magic and benevolent.

RELIGION old gods are true and sense of our purpose.

FIRSTBORN Night gaunts. Ill omens. Giants are mindless lumbering forces of nature. Jotnar.

BEASTS are dire animals dire bears and wolves and intelligence. 

HORRORS kept away by bells. Dead and lonely become thralls, Toneless, to the Night Gaunts. Night more dangerous. Villagers know risk.

#ironsworn #actualplay #fantasyrpg

YOU ARE IRONSWORN

In the Ironsworn tabletop roleplaying game, you are a hero sworn to undertake perilous quests in the dark fantasy setting of the Ironlands.Others live out their lives hardly venturing beyond the walls of their village or steading, but you are different. You will explore untracked wilds, fight desperate battles, forge bonds with isolated communities, and reveal the secrets of this harsh land.

Are you ready to swear iron vows and see them fulfilled—no matter the cost?

YOUR WORLD

The Ironlands setting is gritty fantasy on a rugged frontier. Generations ago, your people settled here in the wake of a cataclysm which drove them from the Old World. Now, you live in isolated villages of wood and thatch at the edge of dark forests, or as nomads among the northern hills, or as seafarers along the rugged coast. Your world is bounded by deep woods, violent seas, and imposing mountains where only the reckless or resolute venture.

However, the default assumptions are only a starting point. You are encouraged to make Ironsworn your own, and to bend the setting to your liking. Your version of the Ironlands will be unique because you’ll define aspects such as the history of your people, magic, mythic beasts, and much more. The choices you make will also help inspire the personal vows that drive your character. 

You can also ignore the default setting entirely and play in your own world, or in one inspired by media, history, or another RPG. The Ironsworn rules are flexible enough to accommodate many forms of fantasy and historical fiction.

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The Weekly LIVE 258 – Cyberpunk 2077 Boardgame, Faster Purple Worm the Book, Wharf Rat Games and AI Usage in D&D

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Cyberpunk 2077: The Board Game has smashed its crowdfunding goals on Gamefound, raising almost $4 million, having reached its funding target within 10 minutes of launch. Developed by Go On Board, the creators of previous Witcher board games, this cooperative, scenario-based tactical combat game offers a mix of RPG elements, deck building, crafting, and real-time turns. A companion app narrates the campaign and times each round, adding urgency and tension. Players can customize characters with cybernetic enhancements and make narrative decisions that impact future missions. The game’s dynamic gameplay and narrative flexibility promise replayability, appealing to fans of the Cyberpunk franchise.

Actor and director Matthew Lillard’s company, Beadle & Grimm’s, is releasing a Dungeons & Dragons book based on his comedy TV show Faster, Purple Worm, Kill! Kill! titled Faster Purple Worm: Everybody Dies. The book features 15 one-shot adventures, all of which end in a Total Party Kill (TPK), designed for improvisational play. While most RPG players avoid TPKs, Lillard’s book aims to make death fun, with tips for spontaneous gameplay and adaptation for ongoing campaigns. The Kickstarter campaign has already hit its funding goals, unlocking extra adventures, and hinting at a future second volume.

Wharf Rat Games, founded by designers Wes Crawford and Ryan Heilman, aims to streamline the board game publishing process. The company plans to focus on one game at a time, cutting down the time between signing a game and its release. With a mission to produce medium-difficulty games with engaging themes, Wharf Rat Games is actively seeking submissions with historical, sci-fi, or fantasy themes. Their first project is The Pursuit of John Wilkes Booth, a game about the hunt for Lincoln’s assassin. By prioritizing communication and collaboration with designers, the company seeks to support unique, polished games.

Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks spoke about the role of AI in the future of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) during a Goldman Sachs event. While Wizards of the Coast has banned AI-generated artwork from D&D and Magic: The Gathering, Cocks acknowledged the potential of AI to enhance user-generated content and assist with campaign development. Though controversial, Cocks emphasized the need for careful, responsible use of AI, ensuring creators are compensated and distinguishing AI-generated work. This statement comes amid broader discussions about AI’s role in the creative process across Hasbro’s vast portfolio of brands.

#cyberpunk2077 #DnD #wharfratgames #AI

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Cyberpunk 2077 on Backerkit

https://gamefound.com/en/projects/go-on-board/cyberpunk-2077-the-board-game

Barbarians of Lemuria Mythic+ Edition 

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Alien 2E Kickstarter Campaign URL: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1192053011/alien-rpg-second-edition-and-rapture-protocol

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The Weekly LIVE 257 – Warlord Game’s Paul Sawyer, Plasmodics RPG, More D&D Spirits and Barbarians of Lemuria Mythic+

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Paul Sawyer, co-founder of Warlord Games, has been gravely ill for four months following a collapse at the Salute show in London earlier this year. While he remains in high spirits and surrounded by family, his health will prevent him from returning to work. John Stallard, Sawyer’s business partner and friend, reminisced about their journey in founding Warlord Games over 17 years ago. Stallard praised Sawyer’s vibrant personality and tireless work ethic, noting how his unique approach defined the company’s voice. Sawyer hopes to attend Warlord Games’ Open Day in September to greet old friends, though this remains uncertain. Fans and colleagues of Sawyer have expressed their sadness over his illness, with many sharing personal memories of their interactions with him. His significant contributions to tabletop gaming, both through Warlord Games and his earlier work with White Dwarf, have left a lasting impact on the community. Sawyer’s diagnosis of an aggressive brain tumor has further deepened the outpouring of support, with many wishing him strength during this challenging time. Despite the dire prognosis, Sawyer remains focused on spending time with his family, particularly looking forward to seeing his granddaughter later in the year. His advice to the community: “Work less, game more.”

Plasmodics is an upcoming post-apocalyptic, gonzo sci-fi tabletop roleplaying game, currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. The game centers on creating mutant characters in a bizarre, flooded future world called King Tide. Players can choose from various origins, such as humans, robots, animals, or aliens, and customize their characters with a range of mutations and nuances that alter their physical, mental, and metaphysical abilities. The game emphasizes creativity, with a strong focus on mutations and unique gameplay mechanics, such as a “trouble track” that introduces unpredictable consequences during play. Inspired by classic games like Gamma World, Plasmodics offers an eclectic and quirky setting filled with strange artifacts, opposing factions, and bizarre challenges. Its modular gameplay and four mutation categories (physical, mental, plant, and meta) allow for endless character customization. The Kickstarter campaign includes multiple rewards, such as the core rulebook, adventure zines, and various physical extras like stickers, buttons, and keychains. Developed by Good Luck Press, the project aims to explore the boundary of RPG design with an emphasis on fun and weirdness.

Wizards of the Coast is teaming up with New Holland Brewing Company to celebrate Dungeons & Dragons’ 50th anniversary. They are releasing a limited-edition D20 Brew Bourbon Barrel Aged Stout and an Origin Mead Cask Bourbon Whiskey as part of New Holland’s Dragon Milk line. Pre-orders for merchandise, including wearables and glassware, will launch this week on the Dragon’s Milk website, while the beverages will be available starting in November 2024. This marks one of several tie-ins for D&D’s milestone year, following collaborations with LEGO and Converse. The Dragon’s Milk brand is renowned for its award-winning stouts and bourbons, and this collaboration aims to align with D&D’s community-driven spirit of adventure. The beverages will be sold at select retailers and online. The project highlights the merging of two beloved brands with shared values centered around creating memorable experiences. More details on the launch will be shared closer to November.

Barbarians of Lemuria – Mythic+ Edition Kickstarter campaign, led by French publisher Ludospherik, brings back the acclaimed sword-and-sorcery tabletop role-playing game with a 232-page rulebook. The new edition includes fresh content, such as five new adventures, along with updates from its French translation. Set in a post-apocalyptic, prehistoric world, the game offers simple, action-packed gameplay based on a 2d6 system and features careers instead of skills to define character capabilities. The Kickstarter offers two pledge tiers, and no AI tools were used in the game’s development.

#warlordgames #plasmodicsrpg #dragonsmilk #babariansoflemuria

Plasmodics RPG on Backerkit:

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Barbarians of Lemuria Mythic+ Edition 

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Alien 2E Kickstarter Campaign URL: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1192053011/alien-rpg-second-edition-and-rapture-protocol

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The Weekly LIVE 256 – D&D Beyond Debacle, Gav Thorpe Joins Konflikt 47, Start Here RPG and Dungeon World Purchased

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The D&D Beyond digital toolset, a crucial platform for many Dungeons & Dragons players, is undergoing significant changes that may complicate its use before improvements are realized. Following Hasbro’s acquisition of the toolset in April 2022, it has become a central hub for 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons, especially as more users transitioned to digital platforms during the pandemic. The upcoming transition from the 2014 to the 2024 version of the Player’s Handbook involves complex steps to maintain compatibility between the old and new rules, including the need to manually recreate some spells and magic items from the 2014 ruleset to function with the new digital character sheets. Wizards of the Coast plans to implement a “Legacy” system in D&D Beyond, allowing users to access older 2014 materials alongside the new 2024 rules. While some rules will be automatically updated, others, such as classes, subclasses, and species, will remain accessible in their original form. However, this system may lead to challenges, as older and newer rules may overlap, requiring players to manually adjust their characters or use the homebrew system to maintain the original functionality of certain spells and items.

The planned update has sparked controversy among the D&D community, with many players expressing frustration over the forced integration of the 2024 rules into their current campaigns. The automatic update of spells and items has been particularly contentious, as it disrupts ongoing gameplay. Wizards of the Coast has faced backlash for this approach, leading them to reconsider and allow players the option to continue using older versions of spells and items without forcing updates. In response to the outcry, Wizards of the Coast has announced that they will not automatically update character sheets with the new rules, preserving the existing content while adding the 2024 rules as optional updates. This change has been welcomed by the community, as it restores player choice in how they interact with the toolset and the game’s evolving rules.

In a related development, Wizards of the Coast has also expanded its partnerships with third-party content creators, bringing new content to the D&D Beyond Marketplace. This includes collaborations with companies like Free League Publishing, Kobold Press, and others, offering a broader range of resources for players and Dungeon Masters alike. These partnerships indicate a continued effort to enrich the D&D Beyond platform with diverse content from across the tabletop role-playing game industry.

“Start Here RPG” is designed as an easy-to-learn and streamlined tabletop roleplaying game, created by veteran game designer Tim Beach. The game is intended for both newcomers and experienced players who find traditional RPG rulebooks overwhelming. With rules that can be learned in just a few minutes, “Start Here” allows players to quickly jump into the gameplay without the need for extensive preparation.

The game system is straightforward, with characters defined by six attributes that directly influence dice rolls and outcomes in the game, making it intuitive and minimizing the need for complex rules. The “Start Here” RPG consists of a trio of books that guide players through the basics of roleplaying and gradually introduce more complex concepts. The first book is tailored for beginners, offering simple rules, sample characters, and an introductory fantasy setting called “Serpents & Strongholds.” The second book expands on the rules, providing more character options, leveling-up mechanics, and a science fiction setting called “Star Ex.” The third book, “Campaign Sampler,” delves deeper into different settings, including a zombie-apocalypse scenario “Zombiesaurus Rex” and a Western-themed “Wizards & Wranglers,” offering more adventure ideas and campaign details. Tim Beach, who has over 30 years of experience in the RPG industry, created “Start Here” to fill the need for an accessible yet complete roleplaying game. The project is a passion endeavor, developed over several years, with support from other editors, authors, and artists. The game aims to offer a fun, easy, and immersive roleplaying experience without the complexity of traditional RPGs.

Gav Thorpe, a renowned Warhammer 40,000 author and designer, has joined the design team for Warlord Games’ alternate-history World War 2 wargame, Konflikt ‘47. Thorpe is known for his extensive work on multiple editions of Warhammer 40k and Warhammer Fantasy Battles, as well as for authoring numerous Warhammer novels. His addition to the Konflikt ‘47 team, led by Andy Chambers, marks another ex-Games Workshop great joining the project. Thorpe, who is passionate about World War 2 games and alternate history, expressed excitement about contributing to Konflikt ‘47, a game that blends WW2 with weird-science elements. Recently, Warlord Games has also brought on board other notable figures, including Cam Rogers, a narrative lead with experience in the videogame industry, and William “Bill” King, a prolific Warhammer author and game designer. The collaboration of these veteran designers has generated anticipation for the next edition of Konflikt ‘47, which may or may not incorporate the upcoming Bolt Action third edition rules. The project is seen as a revival of the 1990s Warhammer design studio, given the involvement of several key figures from that era.

Luke Crane, known for designing The Burning Wheel and Mouse Guard RPGs, has acquired the rights to Dungeon World from its original creators, Adam Koebel and Sage LaTorra. Crane announced on the Dungeon World+ Discord that he, along with a business partner, purchased the game and is planning a new edition. The first edition of Dungeon World, released in 2012, was highly acclaimed and won several awards, including the 2012 Golden Geek RPG of the Year. Crane, who previously worked at Kickstarter, indicated that his vision for the new edition of Dungeon World includes a thorough edit of the text, improved organization, and updated mechanics. He emphasized the importance of maintaining the game’s accessibility while refining its content. Although it is unclear if Koebel and LaTorra will be involved in the new edition, Crane’s plans suggest a focus on enhancing the game’s core qualities without drastically altering its essence. The update is expected to bring a much-needed refresh to the beloved game while preserving what made it popular in the first place.

#dndbeyond #gavthorpe #starthererpg #dungeonworld

Start Here RPG on Kickstarter:

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The Weekly LIVE 255 – Paizo Giveaway, Golden Demon AI, Amazon 40k and Star Trek 1E Bundle

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Paizo, the publisher of Pathfinder, is hosting a giveaway of their Sketch Edition Player Core rulebook to fans who share stories of their characters’ memorable in-game deaths. The Player Core rulebook, an essential guide for Pathfinder players, covers the game’s basic rules, character creation, classes, and ancestries. Initially exclusive to partnered stores, the Sketch Edition features a unique pencil sketch of the regular cover art by Wayne Reynolds. Paizo announced the giveaway on social media, inviting fans to recount the deaths of their characters for a chance to win the $60 book. Although the exact number of winners is unclear, fans have eagerly shared their character death stories, blending humor and tragedy. The contest ties in with Paizo’s efforts to promote Pathfinder, positioning it as a strong alternative to DnD, especially with its crunchier gameplay mechanics.

Games Workshop has officially banned the use of AI-generated content in their prestigious Golden Demon miniature painting contest. The decision comes after a controversy surrounding a winning entry at the March 2024 Golden Demon event, where the backdrop of a winning Warhammer 40k model was found to be AI-generated. Fans debated the role of AI in art and the ethics surrounding it. To prevent future issues, Games Workshop has updated its rules, prohibiting AI tools in all future Golden Demon contests. This policy will be in effect at upcoming events, including the October 2024 tournament at SPIEL Essen in Germany.

Amazon has announced a new Warhammer 40,000 animated anthology series titled Secret Level, produced by Blur Studio, the team behind Love, Death & Robots. Set to release on Prime Video on December 10, the series will include an episode based on the upcoming Warhammer 40k videogame Space Marine 2. While the new series is not linked to the Warhammer 40k film and TV projects involving Henry Cavill, fans can expect plenty of grimdark action in this anthology that spans multiple video game franchises. The animation represents another expansion of the Warhammer universe, appealing to both Warhammer enthusiasts and video game fans alike.

Humble Bundle is offering a special Star Trek RPG collection from Modiphius, featuring various character templates, campaigns, and expansions from Star Trek: The Next Generation, Discovery, and more. This expansive bundle, available for as low as $25, includes 36 items at a 94% discount, and supports Girls Who Code. The collection also includes future expansions and promises to enhance the Star Trek Adventures tabletop role-playing game experience.

#paizo #goldendemon #spacemarine2 #STA1E

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ACTUAL PLAY – John Carter of Mars RPG – Phantoms of Mars Campaign: Part Two of Two

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We are playing  John Carter of Mars: Adventures on the Dying World of Barsoom. I (Jeremy) will be running the campaign for Matt and Will. We are playing in the later Jeddak of Jeddaks era using the Phantoms of Mars campaign guide. This is the original unedited audio from our actual play sessions. 12 hours and 47 minutes.

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#johncarter #actualplay #livestream #modiphius

The player characters:

Lukas Uwe Von Klümt (Matt), The Kaiser’s Spymaster

Za Goren (Will), a green martian Beastmaster Ranger

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Dragonbane Actual Play Episode One:
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ACTUAL PLAY – John Carter of Mars RPG – Phantoms of Mars Campaign: Part One of Two

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We are playing  John Carter of Mars: Adventures on the Dying World of Barsoom. I (Jeremy) will be running the campaign for Matt and Will. We are playing in the later Jeddak of Jeddaks era using the Phantoms of Mars campaign guide. This is the original unedited audio from our actual play sessions. 13 hours and 36 minutes.

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#johncarter #actualplay #livestream #modiphius

The player characters:

Lukas Uwe Von Klümt (Matt), The Kaiser’s Spymaster

Za Goren (Will), a green martian Beastmaster Ranger

John Carter of Mars Video Playlist:
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Dragonbane Actual Play Episode One:
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The Weekly LIVE 254 – Welcome to Nightvale RPG, William King on Konflikt ‘47, Free League PDFs on Alchemy and Tabletop News is Dead

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Renegade Game Studios has announced the launch of the Welcome to Night Vale RPG, based on the popular podcast of the same name. The crowdfunding campaign will kick off on BackerKit on October 1, 2024. The game was first revealed at Gen Con 2023, offering fans the chance to immerse themselves in the strange and supernatural world of Night Vale. Players can choose between pre-generated characters or create their own citizens to experience the mysterious desert town. Co-creator Joseph Fink expressed his excitement about allowing fans to tell their own stories in the Night Vale universe. Renegade Game Studios has previously released a variety of tabletop RPGs and continues to expand its offerings.

Renowned Warhammer author William King has joined the design team for the alt-history WW2 wargame Konflikt ‘47. Best known for his Gotrek and Felix and Space Wolf series, King brings extensive experience in fantasy and game design. His addition to the team comes as Konflikt ‘47 expands its creative vision with Andy Chambers at the helm. King will contribute to both the rules and lore of the game, infusing his passion for dieselpunk, alternate history, and World War II themes. Warlord Games promises additional high-profile team members will be announced soon.

Alchemy, a platform that offers digital modules for tabletop RPGs, announced that it will no longer provide free PDF downloads of titles purchased through Free League Publishing due to changes in Free League’s policies. Alchemy will continue to support PDF downloads for the next seven days, allowing customers to obtain digital copies of games like Tales from the Loop and Mörk Borg. Alchemy emphasized their commitment to ensuring that customers retain access to their content despite potential future issues with cloud-based services.

TabletopGamingNews.com is facing significant challenges due to declining traffic and the rise of AI-generated content. Once a thriving site for tabletop gaming news, it now struggles to maintain its readership and budget. Chief editor Daniel Kling Lorentsen, who runs the site from his farm in Norway, revealed that he has had to rely on AI-generated articles to keep the site running. Despite this, Lorentsen remains committed to the community and aims to revive the site by producing more human-made content, provided traffic improves. He urges readers to continue visiting the site to help ensure its survival.

#welcometonightvale #konflikt47 #alchemyvtt #freeleague

Deadzone Frontier:

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Immersive RPG Bundle for Alchemy VTT (affiliate link):

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Alien 2E Kickstarter Campaign URL:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1192053011/alien-rpg-second-edition-and-rapture-protocol

4-Hour Dune RPG Review:

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Outgunned RPG – Action Hero Pledge UNBOXING:
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Dragonbane Actual Play Episode One:
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The Weekly LIVE 253 – Cosmere TTRPG, 2024 ENNIES, D&D Video Takedowns and Mantic Deadzone Frontier

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Brandon Sanderson’s “Cosmere Roleplaying Game” has taken the tabletop community by surprise. Originally promoted as “The Stormlight Roleplaying Game,” it was revealed that this project would encompass not just the Stormlight Archive but also the Mistborn series, making it a comprehensive RPG for the entire Cosmere universe. Developed by Brotherwise Games and Dragonsteel Entertainment, the game has sparked immense excitement, quickly raising over $1.5 million on Kickstarter. The project will be released in phases, with Stormlight materials expected in 2025 and Mistborn content in 2026. Despite a high price point, fan enthusiasm is driving the campaign toward becoming one of the year’s most successful crowdfunding efforts. The Cosmere RPG’s Kickstarter has shattered records, raising over $4 million in its first 24 hours, making it the biggest tabletop RPG Kickstarter to date. The game’s success is attributed to the ambitious plans laid out by Brotherwise Games, which include a series of books and a “living RPG” concept that will evolve alongside the ongoing Cosmere stories. Fans can look forward to a d20-based system that integrates the unique magic systems from Sanderson’s books, allowing for a rich, narrative-driven experience across different worlds within the Cosmere.

The winners of the 2024 ENNIE awards at Gen Con have been announced, highlighting excellence across multiple categories such as Best Adventure, Best Art, and Best Game. Shadowdark RPG took the gold for Product of the Year.

D&D YouTubers have faced copyright strikes from Wizards of the Coast over content related to the new D&D Player’s Handbook, causing confusion and concern within the creator community. Some videos have been taken down, while others have been modified to avoid further strikes, raising questions about the communication and policies surrounding the promotion of the new book.

Lastly, Mantic Games continues to expand its popular Deadzone franchise, introducing new factions and 3D printing options as part of their “Summer of Sci-Fi.” The company is engaging the community through a new platform on MyMiniFactory, offering immediate access to STL files and stretch goals for fans who want to enhance their gaming experience with custom terrain and miniatures. This initiative highlights Mantic’s commitment to keeping the Deadzone universe vibrant and accessible to both new and returning players.

#cosmererpg #ennies2024 #deadzone #dnd

Deadzone Frontier:

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Cosmere RPG on Kickstarter:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/brotherwise/the-stormlight-archive-rpg

Immersive RPG Bundle for Alchemy VTT (affiliate link):

https://www.humblebundle.com/software/free-league-immersive-rpg-bundle-for-alchemy-vtt-software?partner=upturnedtable

Alien 2E Kickstarter Campaign URL: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1192053011/alien-rpg-second-edition-and-rapture-protocol

4-Hour Dune RPG Review:

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Outgunned RPG – Action Hero Pledge UNBOXING:
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Shop at Noble Knight Games (affiliate link)
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Dragonbane Actual Play Episode One:
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Dragonbane Core Set:
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Chris on social media:
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The Weekly LIVE 252 – Alchemy VTT Bundle, D&D VTT This Year, Pirate Borg Expansions and WotC Removes Credits

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Free League Publishing, known for RPGs such as Tales from the Loop, Symbaroum, and Coriolis, has launched an extensive Immersive RPG Bundle for the Alchemy virtual tabletop (VTT). This bundle includes 50 items from Free League’s catalog, covering various rulebooks, adventures, and supplemental materials. Normally valued at over $1,000, the bundle is available for $30. Additionally, purchasing the bundle supports Direct Relief, a nonprofit providing global medical aid. The bundle features games like Tales from the Loop, Vaesen – Nordic Horror Roleplaying, Dragonbane, and Mutant Year Zero, among others. It offers core rulebooks, expansion books, pre-made adventures, and campaign books, excluding the ALIEN RPG due to licensing constraints. This special offer runs for 19 more days.

During Hasbro’s Q2 earnings call, CEO Chris Cocks announced that the D&D virtual tabletop is set to be available later this year. Described as a “3D roleplaying sandbox experience,” the VTT will be previewed at GenCon and promises to enhance the digital D&D experience with its build on Unreal Engine 5. Pre-orders for the new Player’s Handbook include a virtual miniature of a gold dragon, indicating the platform’s readiness for use. The earnings call highlighted that Wizards of the Coast, part of Hasbro, continues to drive significant revenue growth, notably through digital products like Baldur’s Gate 3 and D&D Beyond. The new VTT aims to integrate D&D’s digital and physical gameplay, offering backward compatibility with fifth edition adventures and supplements, though third parties are already referring to the new rules as “5.5.”

Limithron has announced two new expansions for the Pirate Borg tabletop RPG, to be funded through a Kickstarter campaign launching on September 17. The expansions, titled Cabin Fever and Down Among the Dead, will be released as hardcover editions along with collectible items like GM screens, dice sets, custom coins, and ship combat tokens.Cabin Fever, created through the Known Conspirators community on itch.io, features over 144 pages of content from various creators. Down Among the Dead includes three new adventures, modular rulesets, and other GM resources across 120 pages. These expansions promise to add significant new content and options for Pirate Borg players.

Faith Elisabeth Lilley, a former member of the digital content team at Wizards of the Coast (WOTC), revealed that the team’s credits have been removed from D&D Beyond. The team was responsible for integrating book content into the online platform and contributing to the book development process. Although initially agreed that the team would be credited on D&D Beyond due to space limitations in physical books, their names have recently been removed without notice.The removal of credits has sparked disappointment and criticism within the community, as it undermines the contributions of those who significantly improved the quality and success of D&D’s digital and physical products.Also, Dark Horse Comics has announced a licensing deal with Wizards of the Coast to produce new comics and graphic novels based on Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: The Gathering, starting in 2025. This collaboration will feature original stories expanding the lore and universes of these popular games. Dark Horse has a history of publishing licensed gaming comics and aims to bring fresh, high-stakes stories to fans and newcomers alike.The partnership will include comic series, graphic novels, art books, and more, with a focus on engaging storytelling and captivating artwork. Fans can look forward to the first releases in the summer of 2025.

 

#alchemyvtt #pirateborg #onednd #dndbeyond

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Alien 2E Kickstarter Campaign URL: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1192053011/alien-rpg-second-edition-and-rapture-protocol

4-Hour Dune RPG Review:

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Humble Bundle (affiliate link):

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Check out our new shirts on Red Bubble:
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Try Fantasy Grounds VTT (affiliate link):

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Outgunned RPG – Action Hero Pledge UNBOXING:
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Outgunned Adventure on Backerkit

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Shop at Noble Knight Games (affiliate link)
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Dragonbane Actual Play Episode One:
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Dragonbane Core Set:
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Dragonbane Free Quickstart:
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https://substack.com/@matthewrobinson3

Chris on social media:
https://hyvemynd.itch.io/​​

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