Welcome game masters! Each week Nick Perron dives deep into the art of running role-playing games with guests experts to get tips for everyone from first-time players to seasoned veterans. Join us to find out what makes a great story and an even greater campaign!
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Speaks Volumes sits down with the remarkable individuals who make a unique contribution to the music industry. Hosted by professional music fan Derrick Gee, Speaks Volumes uncovers the stories behind our favourite artists and songs via thoughtful and granular conversations, gifting us with a deeper appreciation for the music we know and love. Support the podcast and access exclusive Speaks Volumes content: Patreon.com/gee_derrick.
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In this episode of Tabletopped, we get bear-y deep into one of the sweetest TTRPG's out there: HONEY HEIST! In it we: Talk about running this one page system Review our own experience playing the game Go over the best ways to get your friends to play this silly, fun, and crazy ttrpg Join our seasoned panel of GMs—Nick, Franco, Rio, and Shade—as we …
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Wild Magic Epsiode 12 Preview
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Here we go! October's free preview of Wild Magic! It's a good one so buckle up. If you want to hear the whole thing, head to patreon.com/tabletopped. While you are there check out the module we dropped on Wednesday for EVERYONE! In this episode we talk about: Hip hop Small town events Going to war with emus... And so much more! Go sign up, today!…
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Here it is! The Last Hunting of the Boar - Ashcan Edition is out and playable. Head to our patreon and sign in as a free member and it's yours! I can't stress how free this module is. Franco and I are excited to hear all of your feedback so if you run it please send us feedback to tabletoppedpodcast@gmail.com We will be looking to release a final v…
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We Build an Adventure: The Last Hunting of the Boar
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In this episode of Tabletopped, we follow last week's episode on Fairy Tale Horror in TTRPGs with building our own Faerie themed adventure "The Last Hunting of the Boar." In it we: Talk about what is essential for a Fae themed game Build motivations for factions and NPCs Create a system agnostic adventure that will be available this Wednesday on ou…
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Here is Why You NEVER Make a Deal with a Fairy
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In this episode of Tabletopped, we journey into the eerie world of Fairy Tale Horror in TTRPGs (Tabletop Role-Playing Games). We answer big questions like: Why should you use fairy tale horror in your game? What are the essential tropes of this genre? Can the Fae actually be terrifying? Join our seasoned panel of GMs—Nick, Franco, Rio, and Shade—as…
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What's the Point of Running a Horror Game Anyway?
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Have you ever wondered, "Am I running my horror TTRPG (Tabletop Role-Playing Game) correctly?" or "Should my players feel more scared?" If these questions sound familiar, you’re in the right place! In today’s episode, we dive deep into the purpose of running a horror game, discussing how to effectively create tension, fear, and atmosphere in your T…
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How Does an Editor Approach a TTRPG w/ Del Toro of Eerie Games
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Today we talk about how an editor approaches a TTRPG during the creation process with Dell Toro of Eerie Games. Founded by friends Scott Falzone, Del Toro, and Dacia Pennington, Eerie Games is a innovative game company making LARPs and TTRPG's. "Note from Eerie games: Our upcoming tabletop rpg, Fatebound is a dice-less, Tarot driven TTRPG where you…
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This is a FREE PREVIEW of a patreon only episode. We talk about Movies, Big Digs, and the 2024 D&D Rules! Get ready, this one is a doozy Want to hear the rest? The rest of this episode is available on our SECRET SPOTIFY FEED for Patreon subscribers. Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behi…
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From the Vault: So it's Your First Time as a GM
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Tabletopped returns with new episodes NEXT WEEK! Get ready y'all!
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From the Vault: Creating Fun Social Quests
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In this rerelease, join our seasoned Game Masters as they delve deep into the art of designing compelling social quests in tabletop role-playing games. From intricate political intrigue to heart-pounding negotiations, our hosts share invaluable insights on how to create immersive social encounters that captivate players and drive the narrative forw…
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From the Vault: Developing Your Own TTRPG -Intro to Design
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Today we go to the vault to re-release a talk to friend of the pod Mac about designing a ttrpg system from the ground up! You might be saying, "Tabletopped! I'm just a player and GM! How am I supposed to design a whole freaking system?" Well listen to today's podcast and find out! Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod…
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Special Bonus Episode: Jennifer's Barbie
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Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time! Instagram | Patreon Theme music by Michelle Poulin Also check out champagne pool's album: h…
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Today we talk with friend of the pod Mac about the miniatures skirmish game, Stargrave! Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time! Instagram | Patreon Theme…
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Module Review: The Red Mask Inn
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Today we have a wonderful Tabletopped community member on to talk about his module: The Red Mask Inn. Check it out today! HERE and HERE are links to the modules mentioned in the pod. Go check them out today! If you want to check out the kickstarter I mentioned at the top, head HERE Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly po…
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Turning to the Dark Side: Evil Campaigns
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Time to bust out the evil twirling mustache character you have, because we are talking all about evil campaigns in todays episode. We talk about how to run one, how to avoid pitfalls of evilness, and how to make an evil character that works. Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that…
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Today we talk about everything dungeon. EVERYTHING. Just listen, you'll see what I mean. Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time!Theme music by Mitch Poulin…
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Inventory: What's in your Pack?
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We are doing it, we are jumping back into the inventory conversation. This time Franco is here to drop knowledge on us. What do you think about inventory in D&D? Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats…
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Want to hear the rest? The rest of this episode is available on our SECRET SPOTIFY FEED for Patreon subscribers. Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time!Instagra…
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Season 2 Recap: Pastry & Chat with Derrick & Producer Julia Wang
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Follow Julia Wang https://www.instagram.com/juliawngg/ Follow Derrick Gee TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/derrickgee?si=a604e4b34a1d4255 Watch the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list…
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Today we talk about when your campaign fizzles out. Why does it happen? What do you do to prevent it? And what do you do after? Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time!Ins…
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The World's Most Sought After Designer Willo Perron on Working With Drake, Kanye & More
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When creative constraints spark music's most iconic moments. In “Willo Perron Speaks Volumes,” Derrick gets a peek into how the designer and director created a basketball court stage for Drake, pulled together Kanye's 2015 BRIT Awards performance, amongst other collaborations with Rihanna, Florence and the Machine, and learns why Montreal is such a…
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Today we talk about how to add extra fun mechanics to make magic systems even more fun. Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time!Instagram | Patreon…
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How Menswear Designer Nicholas Daley Clashes Tartan & Reggae To Become the Future of Global Fashion
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What happens when a fashion brand is authentically inspired by music culture? In "Nicholas Daley Speaks Volumes," Derrick discovers how the designer draws inspiration from Scotland and Jamaica; his parents' Reggae Klub in Edinburgh; craftsmanship in textiles and musical performance, to create iconic looks for artists like Youssef Dayes, Don Letts, …
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Today we play a game of Rio's design. The rules? No one knows. The goal? To turn as many dinosaurs we can into their dragon counterparts. Did our hosts succeed? Unclear. Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some mor…
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How Japanese Listening Bars Took Over the World, with Filmmaker Nick Dwyer
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Kissa is so much more than just playing records in a cafe or bar. In "Nick Dwyer Speaks Volumes," Derrick dives into the rich history of jazz kissa - also known as listening cafes - Japanese hi-fi culture, and ponders the good and bad of trendy, Japanese-inspired record bars in the west. Notable Kissa mentioned in this episode: Cafe Lion, Eigakan, …
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Backgrounded: What's the Use of Backgrounds?
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Today we talk about backgrounds in games and whether we use them in our games as both GMs and players. Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time! Instagram | …
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Alexandra Stréliski: From Corporate Burnout to Neo-Classical Chart Topper
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Why instrumental piano is not classical music. In "Alexandra Stréliski Speaks Volumes," Derrick learns from the pianist and composer what it's like to play a different piano every day on tour, finding inspiration from The Truman Show, Interstellar, and Amelie, plus how it feels to be peers with artists like Taylor Swift, Post Malone, 50 Cent, and M…
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Bruisers, Strikers, and FIGHTERS: How to Take Your Melee Class to the Next Level
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Want to make a bruiser PC but dont just want to swing a sword? We talk about everything fighter today, including how to make them better! Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time! …
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New Yorker's Kyle Chayka on Algorithmic Culture, Artisinal Content & Gatekeeping
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Algorithms = Music discovery made easy? Or lazy consumption? In “Kyle Chayka Speaks Volumes,” Derrick confronts the relevance of taste and the meaning of gatekeeping in an ever-flattening cultural landscape, and together they unpack how algorithms have shaped modern culture (from cafes that look the same to viral memes about Donghua Jinlong, a Chin…
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System Review: Mörk Borg
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Put on some death metal because today we are reviewing the NSR classic MÖRK BORG! From hyper lethality, to tables, to epic art design, we talk about it all on today's episode of Tabletopped! Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also…
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Harry Styles' Creative Director Molly Hawkins on Empathy, World Building, and Putting the Artist First
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On Harry Styles' empathy and heart. In “Molly Hawkins Speaks Volumes,” the creative director behind Harry Styles, and formerly FKA Twigs and The XX shares with Derrick how she helps artists bring their creative ideas to life and creates worlds for fans to escape into - and why it's so important to put the artist first. Thank you to Sonya Gee for he…
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Today we talk about how to abstract dungeon travel. How can you bring groups from point a to point b interactively? From tips and tricks, to designing from the ground up, it's discussed today on Tabletopped! Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify f…
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Producer Machinedrum on the Scene in 2010s New York, Pioneering Electronic Hip Hop, and the Best American Producers
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Machinedrum is more important to the current state of popular music than people realise... In “Machinedrum Speaks Volumes,” Derrick learns about the music scene of 2010s New York and how the producer's global taste helped him shape the sound of modern day hip hop and electronic music over a 2.5 decade career. Thank you to Ace Hotel Sydney for provi…
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PVP and Me: Designing PVP
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It's time to FIGHT YOUR FRIENDS!!! We talk today about making ttrpg pvp sessions for your table. From tips and tricks, to designing from the ground up, it's discussed today on Tabletopped! Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also b…
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In today's Wild Magic, we talk about movies that represent us, moms, and Gilmore Guys. The rest of this episode is available on our SECRET SPOTIFY FEED for Patreon subscribers. Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also b…
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How Book Club Radio is reinventing Boiler Room, Blurring Lines Between Online & Offline Club Culture
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What does DJ and club culture look like when it straddles the internet and real life? In “Book Club Radio Speak Volumes,” Derrick Gee learns how siblings Jojo and Tinzo built their viral YouTube DJ channel and house party Book Club Radio, and gets their take on internet and club culture. Check out "Eurodance 90s Party Mix at a New York Basement" (a…
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How to Make a Mini-Series w/ Grant Nordine
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Today we have Grant Nordine of Game MAster Monday on to talk about Bunnies, Burrows, and how to run a short narrative campaign for your table. All this and more on today's ep. Want more Grant? Check out these links: Twitter Twitch Podcast Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that yo…
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British popstar Griff on British vs. American Pop, Chris Martin & Constant Prayer
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What is British pop, and why is Griff's take on it so refreshing? In “Griff Speaks Volumes,” Derrick Gee explores pop and production with the UK-based singer songwriter and producer about her sound, British pop, and how her skills in production has helped her take her music to the next level. Follow Griff Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wiffy…
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Road Trippin': How to Run Journey Campaigns
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On today's episode the gang is traveling and thought it would be a good idea to talk about how to run road trip games. The chat about mapping, rest hubs, and random encounters, and then maybe start a sandwich war in Woburn, MA??? Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get…
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Music Supervisor Brian Reitzell on Lost in Translation's Enduring Impact
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SPEAKS VOLUMES IS BACK! Kicking off Season 2 with the man behind some of the most iconic, emotional moments in pop culture: Brian Reitzell, music supervisor for movies like Lost in Translation, Marie Antoinette, and the Virgin Suicides. In "Brian Reitzell Speaks Volumes," Derrick Gee learns about the craft of music supervision, discovering new musi…
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Today our hosts sit Franco down and demand he tell us what an OSR game is, what makes it "Old School" and what a GM and player should know going into one of these systems.Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some mo…
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Intelligence is a Construct: Running Instinctual vs. Sentient Enemies
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Today we are cracking down and figuring out what the best way run monsters and NPCs that are supposed to be Masterminds vs. the monsters that... are hungry? I guess? We talk about it all in todays episode! Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify fee…
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The New TTRPG News Site on the Block w/ Chase and Rowan
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Today we talk to Rascal News founders Chase Carter and Rowan Zeoli about TTRPG news, starting Rascal, and what they hope to achieve by making a new TTRPG and Actual Play news site. Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be droppi…
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Wild Magic Episode 7 Preview
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In today's Wild Magic, we talk about Fallout, Gilmore Guys, Buffy, and never being able to go home again. The rest of this episode is available on our SECRET SPOTIFY FEED for Patreon subscribers. Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify fee…
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Metagaming: Good, Bad, or Fine
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Today the hosts talk about table talk, where the line should be, and whether it matters at all. Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time! Instagram | Patreon Theme music b…
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Wild Magic Episode 6 Preview
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The rest of this episode is available on our SECRET SPOTIFY FEED for Patreon subscribers. Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from time to time!Instagram | Twitter | …
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Shaking It Up: Escaping Character Typecasting
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Today we talk about trying to break out of a character type you might find yourself falling into over and over. Ready to play something completely new, but are having a hard time figuring out how? We talk about tips and tricks to get you into the headspace of a new type of characters!Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly …
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Group Rolls, Group Roles, and Why Rio Wants to Kill Nick
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In this episode, we start by talking about how to resolve group rolls in ttrpgs and end with Rio wanting to murder Nick and maybe Shade a little bit too. Check us out on Patreon! We have a new monthly pod as well as behind the scenes clips that you can get on a secret Spotify feed! We will also be dropping some more treats from ti…
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In this episode, we delve into the darkness of the award-winning tabletop role-playing game Dread. Join our hosts as they navigate through the ominous atmosphere of "Dread," exploring its innovative gameplay mechanics that replace traditional dice rolls with a Jenga tower, where each pull heightens the tension and consequences loom ominously with e…
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