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It's March, it's the start of convention season, and it's FINALLY time for Star Wars Legion World Championships, featuring our own Joe, who has been waiting years for his shot at the title! Oh, and there's a whole lot more for us to discover when we attend Adepticon 2023 in Schaumburg, IL later this month! Reminder: Patrons can interact with us as …

The release of Fantasy Flight Games' newest Star Wars game is just days away! Of course, it does beg the question: is a deckbuilder a card game? I mean, it is right? How does it compare to previous card games? Find out in this episode! Reminder: Patrons can interact with us as we record live on Discord! Share your thoughts with us on all our social…

Atomic Mass Games biggest recent surprise is our topic for this episode! What do we think of the announced first wave? It's all just guess-work until the official launch, but it's still fun to speculate! Reminder: Patrons can interact with us as we record live on Discord! Share your thoughts with us on all our social sites, as well as leaving us a …

We break down everything that's coming in 2023 for Star Wars games.

In this little bonus episode Joe and Leo examine the Clone Wars Pandemic game.

3! 2! 1! Happy New Year! Per our tradition, the gang returns at the end of the calendar year to discuss their favorite games, missed out games, biggest duds, and, of course, GAME OF THE YEAR! Looking ahead, the presenters and the Patrons present their resolutions and predictions for 2023! Reminder: Patrons can interact with us as we record live on …

Another Disney+ Star Wars series has reached its conclusion and the gang is here to speculate on what that could mean for Star Wars Legion from Atomic Mass Games! Nothing is based any any rumors or leaks; this is 100% good ol' speculation! Reminder: Patrons can interact with us as we record live on Discord! Share your thoughts with us on all our so…

It's Ewoktober so we're back with another commentary episode watching the greatst Star Wars film of all time, Caravan of Courage!

The gang is back with a closer look at the cards previewed for the upcoming release of THE MANDALORIAN himself, and The Child, for Star Wars Legion later this fall. They also briefly discuss the now-just-released BattleForces for Legion, which feature starter armies for Republic, Separatists, Rebels, and Empire. Reminder: Patrons can interact with …

Now that we've all had time to catch our collective breath (and take the obligatory health test after getting home), the gang hashes out all the Star Wars gaming from GenCon 55, along with overall impressions of the first big one since 2019 (and Joe's first time)! Reminder: Patrons can interact with us as we record live on Discord and can view the …

With the countdown to GenCon 2022 nearing completion, the gang looks towards hitting the gaming floor at the Indianapolis Convention Center this year. With no FFG In-Flight Report awaiting us, they look at what other Star Wars games might fill out our "Best Four Days In Gaming." Reminder: Patrons can interact with us as we record live on Discord an…

As the title suggests, in this episode, the gang reviewed the gaming news that came out of Star Wars Celebration Anaheim 2022... which happened last month. Apologies for the delay, but as the news cycle isn't nearly as fast on these as some other games, it's still relevant! Enjoy! Reminder: Patrons can interact with us as we record live on Discord …

Leading up to the planned, now, postponed, Ministravaganza from Atomic Mass Games, we were graced with several Legion Transmissions hidden deep within the AMG website. More has been learned since this recording, but the conversation is still worthwhile and informative for those wondering if Shadow Collective is worth their time and money. Reminder:…

Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga has been out for a little while now, but we're happy to bring our long-awaited review of the game! Joe and Kurt go deep on their feelings for the game and help us find some of the deep-cut jokes hidden therein. Leo and Evan just make jokes and various other comments. Reminder: Patrons can interact with us as we re…

Our Jedi have found themselves in the presence of another of the strange artefacts! Will they secure it or will Ethan Ravenlocke get away!

Our heroes finally meet the enigmatic Ethan Ravenlocke and learn more about the mysterious artifacts he seeks!

The third installment of the much beloved series is here! Will our heroes succeed at clothes shopping?

Host Andrew Geha is joined by Alden Diaz, the creator & host of Ahch-To Radio and co-creator & co-host of the One & Done Film Club, for the Season 3 finale. In the episode, they close out Light of the Jedi, discussing chapters 42-44 and the epilogue. In the chapters, Chancellor Soh makes an announcement, Marchion Ro forges a new path, and the Starl…

Joe made a new game show! This is also on our youtube channel to watch with full video component!

As always happens, we record a discussion on images released abroad, we don't get the show out quickly enough, and then there's an official article out. Well, in this episode discuss the previously discovered Polish images of the upcoming expansion for Star Wars: Outer Rim from Fantasy Flight Games, and, if nothing else, we can see how accurate our…

In the penultimate episode of Season 3, host Andrew Geha is joined by Meg, from The Followers of the Force Podcast, and Davor, host of A Larger View of the Force, to discuss chapters 39 through 41 of Light of the Jedi. In the chapters, Loden's luck runs out, Kassav meets Governor Veen, and Marchion Ro gains a valuable asset. Find Meg and Davor's Wo…

Host Andrew Geha is joined by his friend, Douglas DuBois, to begin Part III of Light of the Jedi, discussing chapters 36 through 38. In the chapters, Kassav gets desperate, Loden and Indeera run into trouble, and the Republic and Nihil have a confrontation. Support the Show! Subscribe to the show on Patreon or get some merch! Save 20% off our NEW O…

Host Andrew Geha is joined by Arezou Amin, the host of the Space Waffles Podcast, to wrap up Part II of Light of the Jedi, discussing chapters 33 through 35 as well as the interlude after chapter 35. In the chapters, Chancellor Soh demands justice, Marchion seizes his moment, and Bell makes a breakthrough. Find Arezou's Work: -Check out Arezou's we…

After living with The High Republic for just over a year now, it seemed about the right time to speculate on what would be important to see in a role-playing game sourcebook for that era. We definitely don't have any insider info, trust us. This is just us theory-crafting again. If you want more High Republic in your life, you can check out our Tri…

Host Andrew Geha is joined by his friend, Douglas DuBois, to discuss chapters 30-32 of Light of the Jedi. In the chapters, Porter Engle delivers justice, the Legacy Run's bridge is found, and the Blythe family are put in even more danger. Support the Show! -Subscribe to our Patreon and get some merch! Find Us Online: -Follow us on Twitter, Instagra…

The second episode of our High Republic RPG show! Will our heroes escape the salt planet Crait with their lives??

Host Andrew Geha is joined by Conor, a co-host of Knights of the Nerd Republic, to discuss chapters 28-29 of Light of the Jedi. In the chapters, Kassav makes a deadly deal, and Keven Tarr actives his navigational droid array. Find Conor Online: -Follow Conor on Twitter, listen to Knights of the Nerd Republic through The Nerd Academy on Spotify, App…

Adios, 2021, and hello, 2022! This past year was certainly an interesting one, particularly if you're a fan of Star Wars games. That is to say, not a lot came out. We forego the usual Best of the Year awards in favor of simply a look back and a hopeful look ahead to everything coming from EA, Fantasy Flight, Atomic Mass, and EDGE Studios. Reminder:…

Host Andrew Geha is joined by John Rymer from Rymer's Reels to discuss chapters 25-27 of Light of the Jedi. In the chapters, Bell and the others investigate the Blythe's homestead, Burry helps someone out, and Erika Blythe makes an important observation. Find John Online -Check out the Rymer's Reels website and Twitter page Support the Show! -Patre…

Episode 1 of our new Roleplaying show set in The High Republic! Also available in video form on YouTube.

In the first episode of 2022, host Andrew Geha is joined by Karl LaClair from The Wampa's Lair to discuss chapters 23-24 of Light of the Jedi. In the chapters, Elzar Mann and Avar Kriss try to get more information on the hyperspace crisis, and Marchion Ro makes a big discovery. Find Karl Online: -Wampa's Lair on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Instagram, …

Happy Holidays, Noodle-Scooters! Instead of the widely used "Holiday Buyer's Guide" episode, we thought we'd, instead, do a "What I Want For [Life Day]" theme! No one shot their eye out in the making of this episode, I promise. Reminder: Patrons can interact with us as we record live on Discord and can view the unedited session within 24 hours at o…

Host Andrew Geha is joined by Maggie Lovitt, from Let's Talk About Star Wars, Your Money Geek, and Collider, and Candace Kaw of The Geeky Waffle to talk about chapters 21 and 22 of Light of the Jedi. In the chapters, the Eye of the Nihil is revealed, and Loden continues Bell's training. Find Maggie and Candace Online: -Maggie on Twitter: https://tw…

A Jedi Padawan crash lands on a planet and must overcome a gang of pirates and smugglers. Also a tye dye lightsaber and a ridiculous amount of Triumphs rolled lol

Host Andrew Geha is joined by Andres from Sithty Minutes and Gustavo from Triad of the Force to start Part II of Light of the Jedi, discussing chapters 19 and 20. In the chapters, Chancellor Soh makes a big decision, and Elzar Mann and Avar Kriss seek answers about hyperspace. Find Andres and Gus Online! -Sithty Minutes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, …

After a VERY busy November, Evan and Leo have the pleasure of discussing some actual news in the realm of Star Wars roleplaying games! EDGE Studio's long-awaited website has gone live and with it proof of life for the narrative dice SWRPG they inherited from Fantasy Flight! Reminder: Patrons can interact with us as we record live on Discord and can…

Host Andrew Geha is joined by Drew Brett, co-host of the Clashing Sabers Network flagship podcast, to finish Part I of Light of the Jedi and discuss chapters 16 through 18 and the interlude after Part I. In the chapters, Captain Bright makes a hard decision, Avar Kriss and the Jedi combine their powers, and the first Emergence occurs. Join us for S…

Host Andrew Geha is joined by one of the co-hosts from the Wannabe Jedi Podcast, Matt, to talk about chapters 13-15 of Light of the Jedi. In the chapters, Loden and Bell deal with the marauders, Avar Kriss discovers a new problem in the system, and Joss, Pikka, and the accompanying Jedi try to save the survivors aboard the anomaly. Find Matt Online…

Host Andrew Geha is joined by a co-host of Followers of the Force, Hannah, to discuss chapters 10-12 of Light of the Jedi. In the chapters, Joss and Pikka Adren try to find a solution to their rescue mission, Avar Kriss senses something new is wrong, and Captain Bright and his crew search for survivors aboard the burning solar array. Find Hannah On…

A surprise to be sure, but a welcome one: there are not one, nor two, nor three, but FOUR Star Wars video games in our not-too-distant future worth talking about! Some may be rumors, but they're all worth discussing. Reminder: Patrons can interact with us as we record live on Discord and can view the unedited session within 24 hours at our Patreon …

Host Andrew Geha is joined by Meg Dowell, the Editor in Chief at Youtini, to talk about chapters 7 through 9 of Light of the Jedi. In the chapters, a horrifying discovery is made, Avar Kriss adjusts the relief mission, and Loden and Bell help the citizens trying to get into the compound. Find Meg Online -Twitter: twitter.com/MegDowell -Youtini: you…

This was recorded prior to the fall 2021 AMG Mini-Stravaganza, but it's actually still relevant! All the prices are going up! And no, it's not Asmodee's fault. Please note: this episode is less edited than usual for both expedience and the emotionality of the discussion. Adults using adult language herein. Reminder: Patrons can interact with us as …

Host Andrew Geha is joined by Davor, the host of A Larger View of the Force: A Star Wars Podcast, to talk about chapters 4 through 6 of Light of the Jedi. In the chapters, the Jedi rescue force arrives to the Hetzal system, Bell Zettifar and Loden Greatstorm assist on Hetzal Prime, and Captain Bright and his crew rush to save a burning solar array.…

Season 3 is here! Host Andrew Geha is joined by Alberto Calderon, the host of Radio Rebellion: A Star Wars Podcast, as they start the journey through Charles Soule's Light of the Jedi, discussing chapters 1 through 3. In the chapters, the freighter Legacy Run's hyperspace trip is disrupted, a distress signal is sent out to the Hetzal System, and Mi…

Over the last several years, we've seen some major shake-ups within the ranks of Asmodee/Fantasy Flight as the tabletop gaming licensees of Star Wars. This past July delivered another surprise to the community as the last of Legion's original designers was let go. These are our thoughts on the situation. Please note: this episode is less edited tha…

We've got some announcements before the start of Season 3 on September 7th! August charity: Project Hope Our 2021 Listener Survey is LIVE! Help shape the future of the show AND have a chance at winning a free shirt after completing the survey! Support the Show! -Patreon: patreon.com/outerrimreads -Spring: outerrimreads.creator-spring.com Find Us On…

Storytelling is a key component of Star Wars right? Why shouldn't that be true for Legion, too? Let's examine how more focus on narrative can make for more impactful gameplay. Reminder: Patrons can interact with us as we record live on Discord and can view the unedited session within 24 hours at our Patreon page! Share your thoughts with us on all …

Three hapless imperials attempt to negotiate a takeover of the cave-ridden planet of Lagobah and things... well go awry.

Back on track, the gang is looking at how Clone Force 99, aka, The Bad Batch, could appear in Star Wars Legion from Atomic Mass Games! Reminder: Patrons can interact with us as we record live on Discord and can view the unedited session within 24 hours at our Patreon page! Share your thoughts with us on all our social sites, as well as leaving us a…

In the final episode of the break before Season 3, host Andrew Geha is joined by his brother, Sam Geha, and their friend, Nigel Wright, to determine who the best Force-user in Star Wars is. In this bracket challenge, Sam and Nigel battle it out with verbal arguments, rhymes, haikus, and acrostics! As a reminder, Season 3 will begin on September 7th…