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RABL 019 The Well Red Mage
April 13, 2024 17:22 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBBonus Level time, and we've got the amazing Well Red Mage! Hear all about Gamelogica, a micro documentary series sharing various myths, legends, folktales, religious, and spiritial aspects within video games. We talk the influence video games have had on his professional career and games that all new gamers should try. https://www.the-pixels.com https://youtube.com/@GamelogicaYT?si=S4-7dSYkfSStOXF4 https://x.com/thewellredmage?s...
RA episode 117 HungerTrek
April 03, 2024 05:29 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBWe have returned from a long hiatus (episode was recorded a while ago) and it's time to stalk humans in The Hunger. This deck builder is another fantastic Richard Garfield game and we have all the details and a few tips to win! And what's an RA episode with some Startrek talk? We have a few updates regarding various Startrek ttrpgs. https://renegadegamestudios.co... https://youtube.com/@GamelogicaYT?si=4qacCuopLj0nn5AI
RA episode 116 Purrfect Accents
March 09, 2024 05:23 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBOur second episode in our Magical Kitties playthrough is here! Amanda and D are in search of thier humans and the only help they have is a hurtful book that says mean things to Amanda's cat. Will the kitties survive a trip into a magical story book? And be sure to check out Gamelogica by checking the link below: https://youtube.com/@GamelogicaYT?si=jcljDQtwmoDUTEDg
RA episode 115 Chet Chadley's Cat
February 18, 2024 04:57 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBWe are back after a long break with a brand new playthrough: Magical Kitties! Can D and Amanda save the day and thier humans? Will James defeat his cohosts with a series of diabolical traps? Will Levar Burton curse our heroes dice rolls? Listen in and find out!
RA episode 114 Startrekking Across the Table
December 25, 2023 00:59 - 1 hour - 79.8 MBOur season finale brings us to the Startrek universe with our review of Startrek Adventures! Before we can delve into that however, we talk some of our favorite things regarding Startrek. And since it's been a thorn in many gamers' sides, we complain about Lorcana to finish up.
RA episode 113 Kombat of Champions
December 21, 2023 07:12 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBRA is back with a double shot of gaming review goodness. First up is Contest of Champions, not only a little on the mobile game but a review of the boardgame. Like Mortal Kombat? D has you covered on Mortal Kombat 1, as well as a quick plot synopsis of the previous 3 games (spoiler warning).
RA episode 112 Puppet Call of Booty
October 27, 2023 17:12 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBIt’s spooky season and we have a couple games to really celebrate the season! The classic game Grape Escape is our first game, it’s like Saw for kids with how you destroy your grapes! Second, it’s the game of Gen Con, Boo-ty Call! Which ghost has a thing for your medium? James has thoughts on Lorcana and the availability of cards. And who doesn’t like puppets and cosplay? We have the process of James’s new hobbies.
RA episode 111 Gloom for WotC
October 19, 2023 00:36 - 33 minutes - 31 MBBack from a hiatus and we have a lot to talk about! First, a quick review of the console version of Gloomhaven. We then move onto news involving Wizards of the Coast; from Magic the Gethering news to Dungeons and Dragons news. To cap it all off, D discusses life after death for Live Service Games and what that could mean for the future of those games.
RA episode 110 Return of Mystic Days
September 01, 2023 14:00 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBThe team from Mystic Days is back to tell D all about the new Kickstarter campaign and new tweaks to the game. Be sure to check them out! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mysticdays/mystic-days-caldwell-edition?ref=5y46wb&token=d4266624 https://mysticdays.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Rons-Old-School-Compendium-Ron-Christopher/dp/B0C47SRMFR
RA episode 109 Cookies at the Con
August 30, 2023 03:18 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBIt's a little late but we have James and Amanda's Gen Con adventures! What cool games did they play? Was Lorcana the star of the con? How much art did they purchase? And what's the significance of puppets to all of this?
RA episode 108 Shadowbinders
August 14, 2023 00:10 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBIt's a late solo outing for D but we've got an awesome indy comic for you to check out: Shadowbinders! Who is Mia? Why does she have magic powers? Why is Winston awesome? And how powerful is Rhen? Check out the comic! CLOWNFISH TV - We Love Nerd Stuff! Need some gaming news? Magic has some new sets coming next year in their Universes Beyond, D&D has issues with A.I art, and loads of Lorcana news.
RA episode 107 James Does Gen Con 2023
July 28, 2023 05:09 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBA preview of what's coming to Gen Con! We've got expansions, new games, returning designers, and James has found the winner of the Con for 2023!
RA episode 106 Cards to Rule Them All
July 14, 2023 05:41 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBBack from vacation and we have an episode all about cards! First up, big news about Magic the Gathering and the Lord of the Rings. Do you enjoy The Princess Bride? We have The Princess Bride: Prepare to Die for your enjoyment. And lastly, a brand new game from the world of Harry Potter, also featuring cards!
RA episode 105 Sarah Jessica Parker's Eyebrows
June 14, 2023 04:05 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBIt's time to wrestle as we play Kabuto Sumo! Have you wondered if a stag beetle can beat a dung beetle? We have a possible answer! There's some controversy involving an upcoming Disney tcg. Lord of the Rings gets the Magic the Gathering treatment with a bounty placed on a very specific card. And we talk Hocus Pocus 3 and other films.
RA episode 104 Duck Season, Zelda Season, Bot Season!
May 30, 2023 02:34 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBIt’s a solo outing as D brings you an update on the game Abducktion. The game is here, but a proper review is going to be another episode. We have a review of the new Zelda game. And the return of Transformers: Forged to Fight! https://www.the-pixels.com/202... ReShoot Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/... Slay the Stars: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/...
RA episode 103 Dump Truck Demon
May 14, 2023 09:41 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBWe are returning to our roots with one of the first games we ever review on the show: Blood Rage. Bill shares his thoughts on the game and we cover a few of the expansion pieces James has for the game. We talk about Wizards of the Coast going crazy with an accidential release of some Magic cards. And of course, it's movie season so there's a few films to discuss
RA episode 102 Of Wizards and Megamen
April 17, 2023 05:13 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBIt's a solo run with D but we have Wizards of the Coast news regarding Magic the Gethering and D&D. What changes have been made for D&D? How is the new set of Magic cards? What is D griping about? And to wrap up the show, a review of the Megaman Battle Network Legacy Collection! Check out The Well Red Mage and ReShoot Movie Podcast on Twitter
RA episode 101 Dobby Does Dallas
April 03, 2023 03:20 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MBIt's time to enroll in wizard school and blast away spiders (so many spiders) as James, D, and guest THE David Moser, cover Hogwarts Legacy. What sort of spells do the hosts use? How have they gone about playing? And is the true villain the Floo Powder lady that randomly talks to you? Plus, we discuss comics, in particular IDW and the recently announced TMNT game based on The Last Ronin.
RA episode 100 We Made It To 100!
March 19, 2023 23:24 - 1 hour - 88 MBIt's our hundredth episode and we decide to look back at games we've played and enjoyed, games we struggled with, and future games to review and share with all of you! We talk Startrek and comics and the current state they're in and finish things off with big news from James and Amanda. Thank you all so much for joining us for 100 episodes!
RABL episode 018 Mirror Mirrorverse on the Wall
March 10, 2023 00:05 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBIt’s another Bonus Level and in this one, we are going even deeper into the Mirrorverse! Joining D from Kabam is Kabam Lyra (Senior Community Manager), Dani Merrithew (Game Design Lead), and Ryan Boulanger (Franchise Creative Director) to talk about the designs of characters, different modes, and even a few hints at the future of the game. Wonder how the game got pitched to Disney? We have the answer here! https://apps.apple.com/us/app/...
RA episode 099 My First Spaceship
March 06, 2023 03:39 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBIt's time to travel through space as we review Starship Captains. Is it Startrek? Pretty close! We also cover a new favorite song of James's. And to wrap things up, James shares his trauma from the ending of the old cartoon, David the Gnome. For good messure, we cover the top ten WTF endings from tv shows.
RA episode 098 Dead Rhythm
February 20, 2023 22:09 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBIt's a short episode as D reviews a couple of video games for you, Dead Space Remake and Theatrhythym Final Bar Line. What do these games have in common? Absolutely nothing but boy are they fun! And for those of you who enjoy Isekai animes and mangas, D has a kickstarter for you to check out with Isekai th Board Game. https://www.kickstarter.com/pr...
RA episode 097 Mr. Wheeler's Miracle
February 09, 2023 02:43 - 2 hours - 112 MBIt's the start of another season and we are here to finish our Christmas themed Kids on Bikes play through! Will Amanda, Smart Shark Nathan, and D solve the case of the missing decorations? Will Hallmark town have a Merry Christmas? What's the deal with Mr Wheeler? Will James make it through this play through with his sanity intact? Listen in!
RABL episode 17 Ragnarok ReShoot
January 07, 2023 00:17 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBWe're starting 2023 with a new Bonus Level and it's a spoiler filled episode about God of War Ragnarok! Join the Lord Reverend D as he and Hector and Ruthie from ReShoot podcast talk all things GoW and even delve into a little bit of D&D talk. Check out the The ReShoot podcast in the link below. https://open.spotify.com/show/...
RA episode 096 We Are So So Sorry
December 30, 2022 04:32 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBIt's our season finale and what better way to end the season than with driving James insane! It's the first of a special Christmas themed two part play through of Kids on Bikes. What mysteries with D, Amanda, and special guest Smart Shark Nathan uncover? Who is trying to ruin Christmas in the town of Hallmark? And did D name his character after James and The Legendary Chad again? And as always with our "live" play throughs, this episode is rate Explicit. Listener discretion is advised.
RA episode 095 Gods, Dragons, and Pokemon!
December 11, 2022 01:59 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBIt's a video game centered episode as Lord Reverend D gives you quick reviews of three new games! We've got God of War Ragnarok. We have the new expansion for World of Warcraft, Dragonflight. And, of course some new Pokemon with Pokemon Violet. Not enough for ya? How about the results of the 2022 Video Game of the Year awards? We have that covered too.
RA episode 094 Queen Amanda of Mississippi
November 12, 2022 00:06 - 1 hour - 65.7 MBEveryone is back in this episode and we've got a review of Mississippi Queen for ya! Where has the rest of the team been? James and Amanda share with us their exciting trip to Disneyland. And we have reviews of Hocus Pocus 2, The Munsters, and Cabinet of Curiosities.
RABL episode 016 Mystic Days
October 25, 2022 03:40 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBAre you looking for a different kind of tabletop RPG? Do you think combat should be fast paced? Tired of your magic just fizzling out when you know darn well magic is unpredictable? D is here with the creators of Mystic Days, a ttrpg that will thrill and excite you with it’s mechanics and innovative play! Be sure to check out their site for more info. Mystic Days: https://mysticdays.com/
RA episode 093 Roll Them Dice
October 16, 2022 21:56 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBIt’s a solo outing but D has Dice Throne for you! Fan of manga? D has two stories to delight you. An indie comic that feels like how American comics should be? Oh, we’ve got you covered there. A few mobile shutdowns bring to question the longevity of mobile games in the current market. And Hellraiser is back, but is it good? Dice Throne Comic: https://shop.dicethrone.com/pages/faq Rippaverse: https://rippaverse.com/
RA episode 092 Doomlings Be Warcrafting
October 04, 2022 04:37 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBLord Reverend D has a game for the end of the world as he reviews Doomlings! Ever play World of Warcraft? D has returned after a 10 year break to share the vast changes in game. And finally, D is going to attempt to fix G4 TV. Can he do it, or are they too far gone? Nacho Average Padres: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nacho-average-padres/id1613468384
RA episode 091 Patrick Dubuc of Tiki Games
September 15, 2022 02:53 - 39 minutes - 36 MBIt's interview time and we have an AWESOME guest for you! Patrick of Tiki Games is here to share his love of table top rpgs, board games, and a few other things. Curious about his upcoming games? We chat up Outbreak at Mount Callum, Crank it up, and a few surprises with upcoming projects. Check it out! Follow Tiki Games here: https://linktr.ee/tikigames?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=74fc8dec-97e7-4a9d-a82d-95a25ace645e
RA episode 090 Orson and Hellboy vs The Tower
September 03, 2022 00:34 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBThe Tower looms in the distance, dark and menacing. The only heroes who can save us all are Orson Welles and Hellboy. Where did this conversation come from? Well, we decided to review the amazing Return to Dark Tower! Bill, Amanda, and James give their thoughts on the newish Hellboy movie. And we talk new developments in D&D! https://restorationgames.com/return-to-dark-tower/ I Finally Watched podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-finally-watched/id1515999974?i=1000577635949
RA episode 089 Plus Ultra!
August 19, 2022 22:45 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MBIt’s hero time! In this solo episode, Lord Reverend D covers 3 games, with two being tied to My Hero Academia! We have the boardgame My Hero Academia Plus Ultra! We have the My Hero Academia TCG! And to break it up, a review of Xenoblade Chronicles 3! Want info on D&D and Magic the Gathering? D’s got you cover with a quick recap of announcements from Wizards of the Coast themselves! Slay the Stars Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/slay-the-stars/id1621152400
RA episode 088 Star Meeples In Spaaaace
August 08, 2022 01:46 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBIt's a total circus in here as we review the meeple stacking game, Meeple Circus. The game has it all, animals, acrobats, clowns, and much more. How high can you stack your meeples? In the second half of the show, it's all about Startrek and our love for the various shows!
RA episode 087 Sad? Here's Gen Con Previews!
July 27, 2022 06:01 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBIt's just Dennis and James for this episode but they've got a review of Your Friend Is Sad to share with you! Have you heard of Stray? We cover that too. A brief chat about how the two go about playing new games, followed by a preview of several Gen Con games!
RA episode 086 Jack Burton In Space
July 15, 2022 12:58 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBIt's a big update episode on two members of the show. Following that, we determine when Kurt Russel month will occur in the future before reviewing Galaxy Trucker. Who had the best ship? Who won? James reveals why a certain Startrek character is terrible, and D discusses Ragecon! Norton Leather Craft Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/NortonLeatherCraft?load_webview=1&bid=dQoPYdm_7LJ3tbQAQWhHWZvTfJXg Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Nortons-Crafts-2162548690721813/
RA episode 085 Never Trust a Bunny
June 26, 2022 16:55 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBIt's a solo episode with Lord Reverend D! He's brought Killer Bunnies for your enjoyment and it's quite the crazy game. Also up is a mini review on the new Diablo Immortal for mobile and PC. And to put a bow on this episode, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge for a walk down memory lane.
RA episode 084 Mrs Dennis's DMing Adventure
June 10, 2022 12:34 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBIt's time for another D&D campaign tale, this time the star is Mrs. Dennis! For our very own Lord Reverend D's 40th birthday, his wife DM'd a campaign not just for our hosts, but for a group of 13! How did everyone fair? How was Mrs. Dennis's first time DMing? Did she really throw down a Sharknado? Plus we have more pop culture talk and 3D printing fun.
RA episode 083 Hot Haggis
May 29, 2022 00:35 - 1 hour - 60 MBThe team is back from break and ready to party it up! Like to argue? Trial by Trolly is for you! Trivia more your speed? Linkee! Will be right up your alley! How about word play? You should give So Clover a try. The team has reviews on them all! James has gotten a new 3D printer and he’s here to give you a quick rundown on the hobby of 3D printing!
RA episode 082 Pitch Car Ho Ho
April 28, 2022 12:43 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBIt's time to race in the dexterity game, Pitch Car! Who won in this battle of disc flicking? And what happens if Couch James pulls out the big guns and adds in the expansions? The team discusses the world of voice acting and the nuances that entails. Movie discussion abound. Plus a review of sorts on the new Lego Starwars game. To put a nice bow on everything, the premiere of what will probably be an ongoing new segment.
RA episode 081 The Shark of Nottingham
April 14, 2022 06:33 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBThe team did their best to make this a difficult edit but we made it happen! Smart Shark Nathan returns for Smart Shark Bites to tell the tale of Monster of the Week. But first, the team has a review of Sheriff of Nottingham! Afterwards, you'll hear the tale so far of the low energy werewolf, 1/2 zombie shapeshifter, crooked cop, hunter of bug men, and more! (Minor note, this episode does contain some slightly edgy humor. It's not enough for an RA After Dark, but it comes close.) Website: w...
RA episode 080 Mirrorverse and Wonderlands
April 02, 2022 21:29 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBIt's a solo(ish) episode with D as he gives you a preview of the upcoming mobile game; Mirrorverse. What is Mirrorverse? What's the gameplay? And why would you be interested? Listen in! D also has a quick review of the new Borderlands type game, Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, as well as a rundown of Playstation's upcoming PS Plus changes.
RA episode 079 Don't Fear the Realtor
March 19, 2022 04:34 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBWhile Wrap Masta A is away, the guys will play. And by play, we mean they're building neighborhoods in Welcome To! This is the team's first roll and write game review with a discussion into the mechanics of roll and write games in general. Enjoy games where you sneak around? James talks about stealth while Billy and D talk about different potential mash ups for Metal Gear Solid. James has presents for the team in the form of Magic the Gathering cards. And a brief discussion on Elden Ring and ...
RA episode 078 Steampunk Hound
March 04, 2022 21:39 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBIt took longer to edit this one, but it was worth it! The team has got a review of Steampunk Rally and you'll never guess who won! There's movie talk of old and new films spoilers for Spider-man), comic book talk, and as always when it's released, an opening of Magic the Gathering packs from the Kamigawa Neon Dynasty set. Have you wondered about some of the shenanigans that occur during a recording of our episodes? We present to you our first ever bloopers! Hudson has amazing timing and you c...
RA episode 77 Escape From Knobler's Gob 2021
February 10, 2022 18:17 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBRA is back from vacation with all new games and the same old rambling! The team discusses Groundhog's Day and the history behind it as well as what they've been up to over vacation. But once it's time to review a new game, can the team Escape: The Curse of the Temple? Did our team escape or were they trapped forever? (You can probably guess how the game went). D brings up the recent buyouts of various studios while James and Bill share a few favorite YouTube channels. A brief discussion on G4...
RABL episode 15 Chris of Miyagi-Do Karate
February 01, 2022 04:40 - 57 minutes - 53 MBSeason 4 has officially started with this Bonus Level! Lord Reverend D (he does legitimately hold those titles) is here to talk some pop culture with Chris from Miyagi-Do Karate about Karate Kid and Cobra Kai! If you are a fan, or even just curious about the series, listen in! Keep in mind, there are spoilers ahead for Cobra Kai. You have been warned. Want to follow Miyagi-Do Karate? Check out their social media. Twitter: @MiyagiDoKarate_ Instagram: miyagi_dokarate_
RA episode 076 Hero Quest
December 22, 2021 22:40 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBThis is it, the season finale and the team has brought out the big one: Hero Quest! Adventure into changing dungeons with hidden doors and treasure as you defeat monsters to save the world. The best part about Hero Quest? It's going to be covered again in future episodes! Amanda lays the smackdown on another game as she declares Hero Quest to be the better of the two. The team also goes over future plans for next season, there's debate on a possible celebrity endorsement, and a new segment p...
RA episode 075 Birds and Borderlands
December 09, 2021 20:17 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBIt's a short, rambling episode as Reverend D covers the mobile version of Wingspan. Are you a fan of Kickstarter? D has a new show segment highlighting upcoming projects, starting with one based on the beloved Borderlands series!
RA episode 074 The Kids Take Over
November 25, 2021 21:38 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBIn this...interesting episode, Reverend D is joined by his kiddos to review Gargoyles Awakening. Join them as they cover the basics of the game, as well as a dive into the show that spawned the game. And to top it all off, a pack opening and brief overview of Magic the Gathering's new set: Crimson Vow!
RA episode 73 Goonies and Steamed Hams
November 09, 2021 15:53 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBIn the first of two episodes going back to the 80's, the team tackles The Goonies: Never Say Die. As Goonmaster, Reverend D guided the team through the first scenario of the game, giving Couch James a much needed break from running a game. Did our team win? And were they successful in finding One Eyed Willy's treasure? D also gives a brief update on his adventures at SNAFU con and an intriguing game involving flipping a table. Quick warning: while this episode is mark explicit, it is due to...