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Chris Backe (rhymes with hockey) is the founder of Entro Games. His games typically play in under 30 minutes, feature a wide variety of player counts, and a diverse range of themes. The thing they all have in common: they're easy to learn, easy to play, and offer plenty of strategy and replayability.

Chris is the co-creator of No Box Games alongside Kristian Fosh and Roque A. Deleon, and Virtual Playtesting alongside Ian Brocklebank. He also runs Tabletop Publishers, a database of publishers to help designers pitch their games better.

Links to my games:
99 Ninja
Rise of Babel on Kickstarter coming in 2024

Continuing our reviews of tabletop games, we go retro with the very dated (and gendered) game Girl Talk. We talk tech and tropes. Will we ever get a date??

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Brett and Trevor are both board game designers, who have an amazing portfolio of games.  Mandala, Undaunted, Guild of Merchant Explorers are all games one or both of them have worked on. In this episode, we talked about their community of game designers, and how they design and co-design games. If you listen closely you're sure to hear some well-kept secrets of board game success.

Links to my games:
99 Ninja
Rise of Babel on Kickstarter coming in 2024

Adrian Adamescu has been designing games for the last decade! He is known for designing light-to-midweight games with clean mechanics. He co-designed Sagrada, Dice Theme Park,  Mistwind, and so many more great games! Enjoy the conversation!


Check out my games! :
99 Ninja - Currently on Kickstarter!
Rise of Babel - Coming Q1-Q2 2024

Links to my games:
99 Ninja
Rise of Babel on Kickstarter coming in 2024

In this week's episode, the Nerdy Reads team discusses Vampires of El Norte and reflects on the trivia domination from the live event. They put Mexican Coke up against American Coke in a battle to the death! They also discuss more details about the upcoming Fourth Wing series and celebrate the release of 25 episodes. Do you know what country is known for its Apple Strudel? Robert doesn't either! This was another fun episode of laughs, books, and beverages; you do not want to miss it! Here's to 25 more episodes!!!

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In this enchanting episode of The Point of U, we dive headfirst into the captivating realm of miniature model making with a true master of the craft, Michael Patterson, the creative force behind Nat 1 Videos. Join us as we venture into the worlds of fantasy and imagination, exploring the meticulous artistry that brings beloved characters and scenes to life.

I sat down with Michael, a visionary model maker renowned for his breathtaking recreations of iconic landscapes from "The Lord of the Rings," spine-tingling scenes from "Stranger Things," and epic battles from "Dungeons and Dragons." With millions of views on his YouTube channel, Nat 1 Videos, Michael has become a virtual tour guide through some of our most cherished fictional universes.

During this insightful conversation, Michael shares his personal journey from aspiring artist to an accomplished model artisan. Tune in to hear tales of how he first discovered his passion for miniature craftsmanship, the techniques he employs to meticulously replicate every intricate detail, and the behind-the-scenes stories of his most ambitious undertakings.

Listeners will be captivated by Michael's anecdotes as he unveils the secrets behind his creative process and the social media hacks he's picked up to build his channel (a need to know for any content creator out there) . He also gives  insights into the challenges of the craft faced by him and his peers which gives real appreciation for the masterpiece of his artistry.

Whether you're an avid fan of fantasy worlds or a curious soul seeking a peek behind the curtain of artistic dedication, this episode promises to offer a spellbinding journey into the realm of model making. Join us as we unravel the magic that intertwines storytelling, craftsmanship, and unwavering passion with none other than the ingenious Michael Patterson of Nat 1 Videos.

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Join Mark and Ron as they dive into the history of sci-fi and horror movies!

This week Mark and Ron discuss martial classes for DnD, martial arts in comics and other media, and have a great talk about Chuck Norris!

Join our very first episode of our new season! Star Align Deep In The Heart Of Texas this is the beginning of the end join us as our make the journey to the site of a mysterious explosion!

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Free from the bear rider cult, the party tries to make up ground, heading west to cut off the caravan of marauders. The land itself seems to have other ideas as something long-buried reaches up from below. Find us online at thelollygaggers.com.

--Cast--

Maurice - Human Quacksalver outcast by the Ryne Monarchy. Played by Josh.

Hubert - Human Sellsword/Hedge Knight from the wetlands of Fal Wehn. Played by Long.

Emma Lee - Human Pugilist/Berserker from the collapsed citadel at Duryur’s Walls. Played by Ashley.

Dronk - Ogre Slayer/Fanatic from the icy north of Bachmann’s Ruin. Played by Dustin.

Aravae - Elf Trapper/Sharpshooter adopted into the Umbat Nor. Played by Melissa.

Gamemaster - Jeff.

--Links--

Website - https://www.thelollygaggers.com/

Campaign Wiki - https://kanka.io/en-US/campaign/7898

Twitter - https://twitter.com/lollygaggerco

Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/adventuresinlollygagging

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lollygaggerco/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ACompanyOfLollygaggers/

Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/thelollygaggers  

--Art & Music Credits--

Illustration ©2019, Chen Ruo Yu - http://chenruoyu.com 

Musical theme by LynneMusic - https://www.lynnemusic.com/ 

Chaos unfolds within the bear rider camp, one that the party tries to use to rescue one of their own. As corruption mounts, one member loses grip on reality while another stands tall amongst the violent marauders. Find us online at thelollygaggers.com.

--Cast--

Maurice - Human Quacksalver outcast by the Ryne Monarchy. Played by Josh.

Hubert - Human Sellsword/Hedge Knight from the wetlands of Fal Wehn. Played by Long.

Emma Lee - Human Pugilist/Berserker from the collapsed citadel at Duryur’s Walls. Played by Ashley.

Dronk - Ogre Slayer/Fanatic from the icy north of Bachmann’s Ruin. Played by Dustin.

Aravae - Elf Trapper/Sharpshooter adopted into the Umbat Nor. Played by Melissa.

Gamemaster - Jeff.

--Links--

Website - https://www.thelollygaggers.com/

Campaign Wiki - https://kanka.io/en-US/campaign/7898

Twitter - https://twitter.com/lollygaggerco

Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/adventuresinlollygagging

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lollygaggerco/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ACompanyOfLollygaggers/

Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/thelollygaggers  

--Art & Music Credits--

Illustration ©2019, Chen Ruo Yu - http://chenruoyu.com 

Musical theme by LynneMusic - https://www.lynnemusic.com/ 

Background ambience from Syrinscape - https://syrinscape.com/

With Emma Lee taken by deranged worshippers of the Prince of Violence, the party hastily tries to mount a rescue and make snow angels. Find us online at thelollygaggers.com.

--Cast--

Maurice - Human Quacksalver outcast by the Ryne Monarchy. Played by Josh.

Hubert - Human Sellsword/Hedge Knight from the wetlands of Fal Wehn. Played by Long.

Emma Lee - Human Pugilist/Berserker from the collapsed citadel at Duryur’s Walls. Played by Ashley.

Dronk - Ogre Slayer/Fanatic from the icy north of Bachmann’s Ruin. Played by Dustin.

Aravae - Elf Trapper/Sharpshooter adopted into the Umbat Nor. Played by Melissa.

Gamemaster - Jeff.

--Links--

Website - https://www.thelollygaggers.com/

Campaign Wiki - https://kanka.io/en-US/campaign/7898

Twitter - https://twitter.com/lollygaggerco

Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/adventuresinlollygagging

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lollygaggerco/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ACompanyOfLollygaggers/

Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/thelollygaggers  

--Art & Music Credits--

Illustration ©2019, Chen Ruo Yu - http://chenruoyu.com 

Musical theme by LynneMusic - https://www.lynnemusic.com/ 

Background ambience from Syrinscape - https://syrinscape.com/

The party stops to inspect a strange gravesite. Now beyond the Felrocks, they learn about new neighbors and dangers. Find us online at thelollygaggers.com.

--Cast--

Maurice - Human Quacksalver outcast by the Ryne Monarchy. Played by Josh.

Hubert - Human Sellsword/Hedge Knight from the wetlands of Fal Wehn. Played by Long.

Emma Lee - Human Pugilist/Berserker from the collapsed citadel at Duryur’s Walls. Played by Ashley.

Dronk - Ogre Slayer/Fanatic from the icy north of Bachmann’s Ruin. Played by Dustin.

Aravae - Elf Trapper/Sharpshooter adopted into the Umbat Nor. Played by Melissa.

Gamemaster - Jeff.

--Links--

Website - https://www.thelollygaggers.com/

Campaign Wiki - https://kanka.io/en-US/campaign/7898

Twitter - https://twitter.com/lollygaggerco

Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/adventuresinlollygagging

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lollygaggerco/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ACompanyOfLollygaggers/

Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/thelollygaggers  

--Art & Music Credits--

Illustration ©2019, Chen Ruo Yu - http://chenruoyu.com 

Musical theme by LynneMusic - https://www.lynnemusic.com/ 

Background ambience from Syrinscape - https://syrinscape.com/

Manifestations of chaos overtake the Umbat Nor shipyard. The party bands together to rescue folks from dock fires, collapsing ships, and a familiar creature free from the Abyss. Find us online at thelollygaggers.com.

--Cast--

Maurice - Human Quacksalver outcast by the Ryne Monarchy. Played by Josh.

Hubert - Human Sellsword/Hedge Knight from the wetlands of Fal Wehn. Played by Long.

Emma Lee - Human Pugilist/Berserker from the collapsed citadel at Duryur’s Walls. Played by Ashley.

Dronk - Ogre Slayer/Fanatic from the icy north of Bachmann’s Ruin. Played by Dustin.

Aravae - Elf Trapper/Sharpshooter adopted into the Umbat Nor. Played by Melissa.

Gamemaster - Jeff.

--Links--

Website - https://www.thelollygaggers.com/

Campaign Wiki - https://kanka.io/en-US/campaign/7898

Twitter - https://twitter.com/lollygaggerco

Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/adventuresinlollygagging

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lollygaggerco/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ACompanyOfLollygaggers/

Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/thelollygaggers  

--Art & Music Credits--

Illustration ©2019, Chen Ruo Yu - http://chenruoyu.com 

Musical theme by LynneMusic - https://www.lynnemusic.com/ 

Background ambience from Syrinscape - https://syrinscape.com/

Given shelter in the hidden shipyard of the Umbat Nor, the party at last speaks with Gabrul Zeiger. Desperate for aid on their journey across the tundra, Aravae recruits an old friend to join. Find us online at thelollygaggers.com.

--Cast--

Baer - Human Laborer/Artisan from the wilds of the Evermoors. Played by Josh.

Hubert - Human Sellsword/Hedge Knight from the wetlands of Fal Wehn. Played by Long.

Lavinia - Elf Hedgewise/Elementalist from the frozen city of Hallbach. Played by Ashley.

Dronk - Ogre Slayer/Fanatic from the icy north of Bachmann’s Ruin. Played by Dustin.

Aravae - Elf Trapper/Sharpshooter. Played by Melissa.

Gamemaster - Jeff.

--Links--

Website - https://www.thelollygaggers.com/

Campaign Wiki - https://kanka.io/en-US/campaign/7898

Twitter - https://twitter.com/lollygaggerco

Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/adventuresinlollygagging

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lollygaggerco/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ACompanyOfLollygaggers/

Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/thelollygaggers  

--Art & Music Credits--

Illustration ©2019, Chen Ruo Yu - http://chenruoyu.com 

Musical theme by LynneMusic - https://www.lynnemusic.com/ 

Background ambience from Syrinscape - https://syrinscape.com/

Baer lies near death on the western bank of the Wyrm’ak River. His allies hide on the eastern bank from the jotunn that felled him. The party considers what to do next, and whether or not Baer can even be saved. Find us online at thelollygaggers.com.

--Cast--

Baer - Human Laborer/Artisan from the wilds of the Evermoors. Played by Josh.

Hubert - Human Sellsword/Hedge Knight from the wetlands of Fal Wehn. Played by Long.

Lavinia - Elf Hedgewise/Elementalist from the frozen city of Hallbach. Played by Ashley.

Stekus - Elf Pit Fighter/Howling Marauder from the wilds of the Evermoors. Played by Dustin.

Aravae - Elf Trapper/Sharpshooter. Played by Melissa.

Gamemaster - Jeff.

--Links--

Website - https://www.thelollygaggers.com/

Campaign Wiki - https://kanka.io/en-US/campaign/7898

Twitter - https://twitter.com/lollygaggerco

Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/adventuresinlollygagging

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lollygaggerco/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ACompanyOfLollygaggers/

Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/thelollygaggers  

--Art & Music Credits--

Illustration ©2019, Chen Ruo Yu - http://chenruoyu.com 

Musical theme by LynneMusic - https://www.lynnemusic.com/ 

Background ambience from Syrinscape - https://syrinscape.com/

Baer updates Emma Lee on the fates of Bruno and the original party. The Umbat Nor add context to Lavinia’s visions and current state. As the party travels northward through the Dedsten Falla, they miss crucial signs of danger. Find us online at thelollygaggers.com.

--Cast--

Baer - Human Laborer/Artisan from the wilds of the Evermoors. Played by Josh.

Hubert - Human Sellsword/Hedge Knight from the wetlands of Fal Wehn. Played by Long.

Lavinia - Elf Hedgewise/Elementalist from the frozen city of Hallbach. Played by Ashley.

Stekus - Elf Pit Fighter/Howling Marauder from the wilds of the Evermoors. Played by Dustin.

Aravae - Elf Trapper/Sharpshooter. Played by Melissa.

Gamemaster - Jeff.

--Links--

Website - https://www.thelollygaggers.com/

Campaign Wiki - https://kanka.io/en-US/campaign/7898

Twitter - https://twitter.com/lollygaggerco

Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/adventuresinlollygagging

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lollygaggerco/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ACompanyOfLollygaggers/

Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/thelollygaggers  

--Art & Music Credits--

Illustration ©2019, Chen Ruo Yu - http://chenruoyu.com 

Musical theme by LynneMusic - https://www.lynnemusic.com/ 

Background ambience from Syrinscape - https://syrinscape.com/

As nightfall arrives, Baer goes looking for his companions, who have not yet returned from their journey to the monolith. The Drum receives a new visitor. Find us online at thelollygaggers.com.

--Cast--

Baer - Human Laborer/Artisan from the wilds of the Evermoors. Played by Josh.

Hubert - Human Sellsword/Hedge Knight from the wetlands of Fal Wehn. Played by Long.

Lavinia - Elf Hedgewise/Elementalist from the frozen city of Hallbach. Played by Ashley.

Stekus - Elf Pit Fighter/Howling Marauder from the wilds of the Evermoors. Played by Dustin.

Aravae - Elf Trapper/Sharpshooter. Played by Melissa.

Gamemaster - Jeff.

--Links--

Website - https://www.thelollygaggers.com/

Campaign Wiki - https://kanka.io/en-US/campaign/7898

Twitter - https://twitter.com/lollygaggerco

Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/adventuresinlollygagging

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lollygaggerco/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ACompanyOfLollygaggers/

Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/thelollygaggers  

--Art & Music Credits--

Illustration ©2019, Chen Ruo Yu - http://chenruoyu.com 

Musical theme by LynneMusic - https://www.lynnemusic.com/ 

Background ambience from Syrinscape - https://syrinscape.com/