Town Square Central

Wolf Like Me(raki)

August 08, 2022 21:04 - 50 minutes - 70.2 MB

GM Meraki talks about Dreamfire Panel Bracelets, the new shan hunting ground called the Forgotten Vineyard, updates to the RECALL verb, and her general approach to design as part of Gemstone's Development team.

The Inaugural Premium Auction (Leave Your Moldy Bone Mule Behind)

July 29, 2022 00:29 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MB

GM Quilic discusses the inaugural premium auction, which will take place on Four Winds Isle Saturday, July 30th at 9PM EST.

SimuCon

July 13, 2022 18:25 - 57 minutes - 105 MB

GM Kveta and GM Xeraphina discuss this year's SimuCon event, which takes place in St. Louis from August 3-7. Check out the event information here. Special thanks to Erek, GM Kveta, Raelee, and GM Xeraphina for contributing to the SimuCon stories segment.

Backstory: Excerpt from the Diary of Vinca Muscatello

July 12, 2022 17:55 - 6 minutes - 12.5 MB

Vinca prepares for a change. Many thanks to Rohese for voicing Vinca and to Naamit for helping to create her.

Backstory: Henk Henkson's First Letters

July 04, 2022 20:57 - 6 minutes - 12.8 MB

Henk begins his great adventure. Many thanks to my dear friend Ruben for voicing Henk.

Scandalous Hoar Giants

July 02, 2022 17:35 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MB

In which Milax and GM Auchand, occasionally while using terrible accents, discuss the Hinterwilds, Norms, legumes, and bathhouses.

High Steel Cudgels

February 10, 2021 00:02 - 53 minutes - 52.8 MB

While Milax is away tackling real-life stuff, Chris Coyier (Quivet), Erik (Macillus), and GM Quilic got together to talk about the event of the half-year: Duskruin! And despite Chris's claim to the contrary, Milax wholeheartedly approves of this effort. Support TSC on Patreon. (Some people still want to do this, so I'll leave this link here.)

You Can't Just Kill the O

December 30, 2020 16:08 - 40 minutes - 56.5 MB

PM Wyrom talks about the top 10 highlights of 2020 in Gemstone. Check out a list of all the dev changes in Gemstone in the past year on the Town Crier's page. Support TSC on Patreon.

The Times, They Are a-Chrangerin'

December 23, 2020 20:41 - 1 hour - 110 MB

GM Mestys, Nuadjha, and Rouste talk about the forthcoming ranger update. Support TSC on Patreon.

Why We Play

November 21, 2020 04:59 - 58 minutes - 81.4 MB

Chris Coyier and I discuss why people play Gemstone. Here is the data from our survey. Here is a link to Dwi's submission for folks who want to attempt an entry for our dramatic reading contest. Support TSC on Patreon.

A Tale of Death

September 30, 2020 18:25 - 44 minutes - 62.3 MB

SGM Haliste and GM Thandiwe talk Ebon Gate 2020: A Tale of Death, including spoilers, teasers, god fights, storyline updates, and lots more. Learn more about Town Square Central. Support TSC on Patreon.

Hello, World!

September 22, 2020 14:25

Some face time with Dreaven.

The Plat Life

August 25, 2020 22:27 - 1 hour - 124 MB

A panel discussion about Gemstone Platinum with Jaired, Rouste, Vaein, Whick, and GM Naionna. We explore what Plat is, how it differs from Prime, and how you should approach roleplaying in general. Support TSC on Patreon.

Behind the Curtain

August 22, 2020 21:17 - 53 minutes - 74.7 MB

A deep dive into a single alteration session with GM Quilic, who talks with us about Hepit, feature alterations, custom tattoos, and terrible color names. Support TSC on Patreon. Here's the list of outrageous color words we discuss at the end of the episode. Thanks to Wyrom and Brad/Eugenides for the incredible intro music.

Open Sea Adventures

August 09, 2020 14:33 - 41 minutes - 56.6 MB

GM Retser, GM Thandiwe, and GM Xeraphina discuss their work on Open Sea Adventures, the lore behind Kraken's Fall, and Elanthia's spiciest NPC love triangle. Support TSC on Patreon.

Ghost Images

June 30, 2020 02:31 - 1 hour - 91.5 MB

GM Avaluka talks about her story and making werepuppies, bone shaman clothing, and leeches. Support TSC on Patreon.

Ink

June 07, 2020 02:20 - 56 minutes - 78.4 MB

GM Oscuro talks mystic tattoos. Support TSC on Patreon.

Happy Birthday, TSC

June 07, 2020 02:12 - 4 minutes - 7.38 MB

Support TSC on Patreon. Intro music provided by Jonathan Coulton.

What Rough Beasts

May 25, 2020 21:29 - 1 hour - 96.9 MB

GM Auchand talks spirit beasts. Jhove provided the music for the intro. Support Town Square Central on Patreon.

Welcome to the Main Events

May 15, 2020 12:16 - 1 hour - 89.5 MB

SGM Haliste talks about running the events team and her history with the game. Plus, Rumor Woods spoilers! Support Town Square Central on Patreon.

KQST

April 28, 2020 17:26 - 35 minutes - 50.2 MB

GM Quilic and GM Kenstrom talk about "All that Remains," their forthcoming collaborative storyline. Here's Quilic's vignette "Ritual/Shades of Old" and Kenstrom's vignette "Ripples/Breathe." Support Town Square Central on Patreon.

How Do You Like Your Blue-Eyed Boy, Mr. Death?

April 05, 2020 13:56 - 1 hour - 88.1 MB

Elysia talks about the origins of Ebon's Gate. Erek talks about death mechanics and utilitarian invasions. Jahadeem talks about his Death Index. Support Town Square Central on Patreon.

#PlayApartTogether

April 02, 2020 19:31 - 22 minutes - 32.5 MB

GM Xeraphina talks #PlayApartTogether in Elanthia. Support Town Square Central on Patreon.

Shining, Shimmering, Splendid

March 27, 2020 02:48 - 1 hour - 89.8 MB

SGM Retser talks about creating cool items, building Reim, running Icemule, and his Super Secret Exciting Project. Support TSC on Patreon.

Base Camp

March 21, 2020 02:25 - 30 minutes - 42.6 MB

SGM Estild and GM Naijin talk Ascension. The first in a many-part series. Support TSC on Patreon.

Perfecting the Squares

March 15, 2020 18:16 - 53 minutes - 75.4 MB

GM Naijin talks about the locksmith pool, his work with combat maneuvers, some exciting archery updates, and mechanical vambraces. Support Town Square Central on Patreon.

What's In A Name?

February 08, 2020 03:41 - 1 hour - 101 MB

Erek and Elysia talk about building and naming the world. Players tell the stories behind their names. Support TSC on Patreon.

Off to See the Wizards

October 30, 2019 16:52 - 1 hour - 94.6 MB

Wizard Roundtable Discussion featuring Whirlin, Methais, and GM Konacon Plus an unscheduled discussion about creating raid-like dungeon opportunities Support Town Square Central on Patreon

Swole Eagle Jesus

October 03, 2019 02:27 - 41 minutes - 58.1 MB

An interview with Wyrom about the 2019 Ebon Gate festival, including exclusive information about changes to mini-games, prizes, the treasure trove, and more. Interviews with fishing guru Beldannon and raffle expert Rovvigen to help you have a successful and enjoyable Ebon Gate experience. Support Town Square Central on Patreon.