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Do you love tabletop gaming? This is your podcast. Who are the creatives behind your favorite games and content? How do they approach their work? Craig sits with designers, developers, artists, writers, and creators and learns how they approach their work. I try to understand their process, inspiration, and methods for crafting their creations. Craig digs deep into the work and uncovers the origins of your favorite tabletop games and the creative process that brought them to life. Support th ...
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the penultimate episode of Star Wars: The Acolyte Season 1—”Choice.” A bitter truth is revealed. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade and a half, Ion Cannon has covered every corner of the saga, from […]…
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the penultimate episode of Star Wars: The Acolyte Season 1—”Choice.” A bitter truth is revealed. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade and a half, Ion Cannon has covered every corner of the saga, from […]…
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Ben Alexander (ION Heart, Illustrator for Shiver) Interview: ep. 242
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Craig sat down with Ben Alexander of Parable Games to discuss his art and new solo RPG, ION Heart. Get ION Heart HERE Check out Shiver and other games he’s illustrated Watch Ben MAKE Turnip 28 Billion Suns ************************************ Support the show for as little as $1 month: Add…
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Emily Weiss (Picket Line Tango for Mothership) Interview: ep. 241
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Enjoy this conversation with Emily Weiss, public defender, gamer, and creator of Picket Line Tango and Breach of Contract for Mothership.Get Emily’s work here. Cure by Kiyoshi Kurosawa Red Strings Club Pulse Mad God Gaslight ************************************ Support the show for as little as $1 month: …
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the sixth episode of Star Wars: The Acolyte—”Teach/Corrupt.” On a distant island, unsettling questions about identity and destiny arise. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade and a half, Ion Cannon has covered every corner […]…
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the sixth episode of Star Wars: The Acolyte—”Teach/Corrupt.” On a distant island, unsettling questions about identity and destiny arise. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade and a half, Ion Cannon has covered every corner […]…
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the fifth episode of Star Wars: The Acolyte—”Night.” In a dense jungle, the Jedi are out to the test when they confront a rising darkness. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade and a half, […]…
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the fifth episode of Star Wars: The Acolyte—”Night.” In a dense jungle, the Jedi are out to the test when they confront a rising darkness. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade and a half, […]…
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the fourth episode of Star Wars: The Acolyte—”Day.” Racing to the next target, the Jedi head to a new world as they close in on the clever assassin. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade […]…
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the fourth episode of Star Wars: The Acolyte—”Day.” Racing to the next target, the Jedi head to a new world as they close in on the clever assassin. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade […]…
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The Acolyte 103 “Destiny” — Ion Cannon #435
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the third episode of Star Wars: The Acolyte—”Destiny.” On a mysterious planet, the tragic journey of two sisters begins. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade and a half, Ion Cannon has covered every corner […]…
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The Acolyte 103 “Destiny” — Ion Cannon #435
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the third episode of Star Wars: The Acolyte—”Destiny.” On a mysterious planet, the tragic journey of two sisters begins. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade and a half, Ion Cannon has covered every corner […]…
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Is there a way to make your game terrain affordable? Enjoy Craig's conversation with Jake Karlsmark of Game Gear Master. They discuss Jake's Terraino system, the idea's origin, and his creative choices to bring it to life. Check out the goods on their website Terraino YouTube channel Satisfactory ************************************ …
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The Acolyte 101-102 “Lost/Found” and “Revenge/Justice” — Ion Cannon #434
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the two-episode series premiere of Star Wars: The Acolyte—”Lost/Found” and “Revenge/Justice.” An investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master (Lee Jung-jae) against a dangerous warrior from his past (Amandla Stenberg). As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where si…
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The Acolyte 101-102 “Lost/Found” and “Revenge/Justice” — Ion Cannon #434
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the two-episode series premiere of Star Wars: The Acolyte—”Lost/Found” and “Revenge/Justice.” An investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master (Lee Jung-jae) against a dangerous warrior from his past (Amandla Stenberg). As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where si…
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Dark Forces: Soldier for the Empire: SWBTF #276
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Medal of Valor recipient Kyle Katarn. Imperial Second Lieutenant Kyle Katarn. Son of a Rebel Traitor, Kyle Katarn. . . What’s a guy to do when his whole world gets turned upside down twice in a day? All this, and more, on the next Star Wars Beyond the Films. YOUR “Star Wars” discussion podcast! YOUR […]…
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Jonathan Mordech (King’s Poisoner) Interview: ep. 239
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Jonathan talks about the origins and the mechanics behind his GM-Less RPG, The King's Poisoner. He walks us through the process and decisions that took the basics of Blackjack and transformed it into an RPG with court intrigue and murder! Support The King's Poisoner BackerKit Campaign Find more games on V2S Games website Follow V2S Games on X Join …
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Ross Bryant (Glass Cannon Network, Stream of Blood, The Good Place) Interview: ep. 238
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Ross Bryant shares his creative process as a performer and a player. He reveals the skills that make for a great player and GM. We dig into the crossover from being an actor and comedian and playing in an RPG. Ross on Instagram Ross on Twitter Ross on IMDB Early Ross the player on Steam of Blood Recent Ross on Glass Cannon Twin Masks LARP Season 1 …
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they look back on Season 3 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch. In the epic final season of “Star Wars: The Bad Batch,” the Batch will have their limits tested in the fight to reunite with Omega as she faces challenges of her own inside a remote Imperial science […]By Ion Cannon Podcast
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they look back on Season 3 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch. In the epic final season of “Star Wars: The Bad Batch,” the Batch will have their limits tested in the fight to reunite with Omega as she faces challenges of her own inside a remote Imperial science […]By The Star Wars Report
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WF Smith (Barkeep on the Borderlands) Interview: ep. 237
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WF Smith discusses his Ennie-winning book, Barkeep on the Borderlands. Craig asks about the idea's origin and the creative decisions that brought the book to life. Prismatic Wasteland Barkeep on the Borderlands Prismatic’s Itch ************************************ Support the show for as little as $1 month: …
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Jim & Raychel (Tabula Sono 3D VTT) Interview: ep. 236
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Craig talks with the sibling duo behind the innovative browser-based virtual tabletop Tabula Sono. They discuss how the idea emerged and the design pillars that guide their development. The VTT We playing HEDGE on the VTT My Q&A on their YT channel Wheel of Time Elantris Warbreaker Stormlight Archive Outlander Book Series House of Earth and Blood (…
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Joel Vrugdenhil (Star & City, Heaven or Hell) Interview: ep. 235
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Craig talks with Joel about two of his games, Star & City and Heaven or Hell. Joel reveals the influences he's had from video and board games. They discuss when to recognize a game isn't working and what to do next. Joel’s Twitter Joel’s Itch Joel’s Twitch Project Moon Games Battlecon Board Game Blue Lock Call of the Night Street Fighter 6 ********…
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Tales of the Empire (spoilers) — Ion Cannon #432
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the new six-episode series Tales of the Empire. For a spoiler-free version of their review, tune into episode #430. “Star Wars: Tales of the Empire” is a six-episode journey into the fearsome Galactic Empire through the eyes of two warriors on divergent paths, set during different eras. […]…
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Tales of the Empire (spoilers) — Ion Cannon #432
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the new six-episode series Tales of the Empire. For a spoiler-free version of their review, tune into episode #430. “Star Wars: Tales of the Empire” is a six-episode journey into the fearsome Galactic Empire through the eyes of two warriors on divergent paths, set during different eras. […]…
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The Bad Batch 315 “The Calvary Has Arrived” — Ion Cannon #431
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the series finale of Star Wars: The Bad Batch— “The Calvary Has Arrived.” Omega and the Batch battle Imperial forces for their freedom. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade and a half, Ion Cannon […]…
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The Bad Batch 315 “The Calvary Has Arrived” — Ion Cannon #431
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the series finale of Star Wars: The Bad Batch— “The Calvary Has Arrived.” Omega and the Batch battle Imperial forces for their freedom. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade and a half, Ion Cannon […]…
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Addison Goff (Eureka: Investigative Urban Fantasy) Interview: ep. 234
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Craig talks with Addison Goff about his game, where the investigative system came from, and how he believes it solves some of the issues he sees in other games like Call of Cthulhu and the Gumshoe system, AMIN website Their Patreon Their Itch Their Ko-fi Eureka Kickstarter ************************************ Support the show for as …
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James D’Amato (One Shot Podcast Network, Campaign: Skyjacks) Interview: ep. 233
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Craig and James discuss James' creative approach to making actual plays, writing books, and creating the new Oh Captain, My Captain RPG. One-Shot Podcast Oh Captain, My Captain! Skyjacks The Ultimate RPG Guide Series Illimat Card Game The Decemberists Wyrd Sisters EarthBound video game ************************************ Support the …
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Tales of the Empire (spoiler-free) — Ion Cannon #430
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Join Tom, William, and friend of the show Sean Keane as they share their spoiler-free review of the new six-episode series Tales of the Empire which premieres on May 4th. They also review the new 4K UHD Blu-ray box sets for Andor Season 1 and Obi-Wan Kenobi. “Star Wars: Tales of the Empire” is a […]By Ion Cannon Podcast
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Tales of the Empire (spoiler-free) — Ion Cannon #430
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Join Tom, William, and friend of the show Sean Keane as they share their spoiler-free review of the new six-episode series Tales of the Empire which premieres on May 4th. They also review the new 4K UHD Blu-ray box sets for Andor Season 1 and Obi-Wan Kenobi. “Star Wars: Tales of the Empire” is a […]By The Star Wars Report
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Guy Milner (Unconventional GMs, Burn after Running) Interview: ep. 232
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How do you run a one-shot in three hours that everyone loves? Enjoy this discussion with Guy Milner about how he prepares and runs one-shot sessions. He shares practical tips and makes the case for playing and running games at conventions. Burn After Running RPG One-Shots Blog Unconventional GMs YouTube Channel Fabula Ultima JRPG Assassin’s Creed N…
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Stoo Goff (Aegean, The Gaslight Club) Interview: ep. 231
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Craig talks with Stoo Goff about his creative approach. Stoo is the creator behind the RPGs Aegean and The Gaslight Club and is the publisher of WILD by David Chapman. We Evolve website Stoo Goff website Aegean RPG WILD RPG Gaslight Club ************************************ Support the show for as little as $1 month: …
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David Chapman (Dr. Who, Conspiracy X 2.0, Wild) Interview: ep. 230
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Listen as Craig talks with David about his process for bringing games like Dr. Who and Conspiracy X 2.0 to life. Laundry 2nd Edition Conspiracy x 2.0 Doctor Who: The Roleplaying Game Second Edition WILD RPG Buffy the Vampire Slayer Roleplaying Game Aegean Adventures Masks of Nyarlathotep Tales from the Loop ************************************ …
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The Bad Batch 314 “Flash Strike” — Ion Cannon #429
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the penultimate episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch season three— “Flash Strike.” The Bad Batch arrive on Tantiss while Omega comes up with a plan to escape. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade […]…
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The Bad Batch 314 “Flash Strike” — Ion Cannon #429
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the penultimate episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch season three— “Flash Strike.” The Bad Batch arrive on Tantiss while Omega comes up with a plan to escape. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade […]…
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Darth Bane vs Darth Zannah The Sith showdown for the Rule of Two, and the FUTURE of the Sith! Who wins? Who is replaced? And do the Jedi know? All this, and more, on the next Star Wars Beyond the Films. YOUR “Star Wars” discussion podcast! YOUR Podcast of Legends! …as well as Canon! YOUR […]By The Star Wars Report
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The Bad Batch 313 “Into the Breach” — Ion Cannon #428
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the thirteenth episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch season three— “Into the Breach.” The Bad Batch discover a way to infiltrate Tantiss. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade and a half, Ion Cannon […]…
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The Bad Batch 313 “Into the Breach” — Ion Cannon #428
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the thirteenth episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch season three— “Into the Breach.” The Bad Batch discover a way to infiltrate Tantiss. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade and a half, Ion Cannon […]…
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Fleur & Chelsea Sciortino (Flabbergasted!, Mystified!) Interview: ep. 229
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What if Jeeves and Wooster or Fawlty Towers had mysteries to solve? Craig talks with the Sciortino sisters about the newest expansion for their award-winning RPG. They reveal their creative process and inspirations. Previous Interview Mystified Backerkit Flabbergasted Baulder's Gate 3 Brandon Sanderson books ************************************ …
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The Bad Batch 312 “Juggernaut” — Ion Cannon #427
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the twelfth episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch season three— “Juggernaut.” The Bad Batch make a last-ditch attempt to locate Tantiss. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade and a half, Ion Cannon has […]…
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The Bad Batch 312 “Juggernaut” — Ion Cannon #427
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the twelfth episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch season three— “Juggernaut.” The Bad Batch make a last-ditch attempt to locate Tantiss. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade and a half, Ion Cannon has […]…
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Watt (Cloud Empress: Life & Death) Interview: ep. 228
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How do you expand a Nausicaä-inspired RPG that leans even more into the genre? Enjoy this conversation with Watt, the creator of Cloud Empress. They discuss what they learned from their latest crowdfunding campaign and walk us through the creative process of bringing two expansions to life. Ad-free because YOU are amazing! Previous interview Life &…
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The Bad Batch 310-311 “Identity Crisis” and “Point of No Return” — Ion Cannon #426
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the tenth and eleventh episodes of Star Wars: The Bad Batch season three— “Identity Crisis” and “Point of No Return.” The Empire seeks out Force-sensitive children for a nefarious experiment. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For […]…
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The Bad Batch 310-311 “Identity Crisis” and “Point of No Return” — Ion Cannon #426
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the tenth and eleventh episodes of Star Wars: The Bad Batch season three— “Identity Crisis” and “Point of No Return.” The Empire seeks out Force-sensitive children for a nefarious experiment. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For […]…
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Ellinor DiLorenzo (Vaesen: Lost Mountain Saga) Interview: ep. 227
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How does a first-time GM start a podcast that becomes the first campaign book for Free League's RPG Vaesen? Craig sat with Ellinor DiLorenzo to find out. She walks us through her process for producing the hit podcast and translating it into a campaign book. Get the Lost Mountain Saga book and listen to the podcast HERE! See everything Ellinor HERE!…
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the ninth episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch season three— “The Harbinger.” As the Batch plans their next move, a mysterious stranger arrives. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade and a half, Ion […]…
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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the ninth episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch season three— “The Harbinger.” As the Batch plans their next move, a mysterious stranger arrives. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For a decade and a half, Ion […]…
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Nora Haynes & Iris Saintclaire (Perfect Draw! RPG) Interview: ep. 226
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How do you capture the action and drama of toy anime like Yu-Gi-Oh!, Duel Masters, and CardFight! Vanguard? Craig sat down with Nora and Iris and learned their creative approach to answer that question - Perfect Draw! the RPG. You can pre-order the game HERE! ************************************ Support the show for as little as $1 month: …
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What would you sacrifice for the mercy of your god on the mountain? Listen as Craig talks with Kyle Tam about her RPG MORIAH. Kyle takes us through her creative journey and choices from idea to completed game. Get MORIAH here! Urania Games Lisa the Painful Soul Sacrifice Twitter ************************************ Support the show for as lit…
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