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Why We RollWWR BONUS ☉ Perfect Ten x Why We Roll: Elden RingThis is a bonus episode to keep your ears occupied while Wythe and I take a much needed winter break! This episode of Thunderquack's Perfect Ten is from October 7th, 2025—right at the beginning of our Danse Macabre KS campaign! Tune in as I (Chris) chat with our buddy and collaborator, Michael Cohen about one of my favorite video games: Fromsoftware's 2022 ARPG... ELDEN RING (and how it relates to TTRPGs, of course).
From Perfect Ten: "On this episode we're joined by Christopher Pickett, cohost of Why We Roll and creator of Danse Macabre: Medieval Ho...
2025-12-232h 02
Why We RollWWR 71 ☉ HELLWHALERS with Moss PowersAhoy and welcome aboard the good ship Why We Roll! This week, we talk with Moss Powers from Brewist Tabletop Games about their nautical- / Christian-horror TTRPG, HELLWHALERS. Tune in as we chat about pushing token economies, creating expansions, WHALES, and the eternal question – can you actually win a TTRPG?
Checkout Brewist here: https://brewisttabletop.games/
Buy HELLWHALERS from Plus One EXP: https://plusoneexp.com/products/hellwhalers-by-moss-powers
Check out Book of Leviathan on Plus One EXP: https://plusoneexp.com/products/book-of-the-leviathan
For Stillfleet Studio games and mor...
2025-12-1659 min
Dungeons + Drama Nerds“Behaving Like a Cult Already”: Stillfleet DebriefAt the conclusion of our Stillfleet campaign, Nick sits down with the cast to discuss the experience, the ways success and failure are framed in it, and what it’s like to play such profoundly non-human characters in a far-future setting.
Thanks for listening to Stillfleet, and be sure to stay tuned for an announcement about the next project from Dungeons and Drama Nerds!
Dungeons and Drama Nerds is produced by Percival Hornak and Nicholas Orvis, and this episode was mixed and edited by Percival Hornak. Our core ensemble are Todd Brian Backus, Jovane Caamano, An...
2025-12-1053 min
Why We RollWWR 70 ☉ TTRPGS & Education w. Anthony KurzaOn this episode of WWR, we chat with higher ed specialist and designer of the S.A.N. (Simple and Narrative) game engine, Anthony Kurza. Join us as we discuss using TTRPGs to foster leadership and identity development, creating systems and adventures for students, teaching TTRPG design, and more!
Make sure to check out Anthony's work:
Website: kurzplaysgames.itch.io
LinkedIn: Anthony Kurza
To learn more about Stillfleet Studio and all of our games, head over to www.stillfleet.com Learn mo...
2025-12-091h 04Dungeons + Drama NerdsDonuts is BreadIn the thrilling finale to Start the Steal, the Voidminers must figure out how to complete their ultimate mission: beating up some “artists” whose “gallery” they’re seizing on behalf of the “Dutch East India Company in space.” Hell sciences ignite, guns blaze, and various bodily fluids flow as our time in Stillfleet comes to a glorious end.
Dungeons and Drama Nerds is produced by Percival Hornak and Nicholas Orvis, and this episode was co-produced, mixed, and edited by Ben Ferber. Our core ensemble are Todd Brian Backus, Jovane Caamano, Anthony Sertel Dean, Christopher Diercksen, Ben Ferber, Kor...
2025-12-031h 01
Why We RollWWR 69 ☉ On the floor at PAX Unplugged 2025On this very special episode of WWR, we hit the floor of the Philadelphia Convention Center for PAX Unplugged 2025! While at the con, we had the pleasure of chatting with five of our favorite designers and AP performers, which we've stitched together into one episode for your listening convenience.
John Boyle of Bright Bard Games (https://brightbardgames.com/) talks to us about eco-conscious gaming with Axolotl with a Gun and Trash to Treasure
Okami (AKA Hector Reyes Jr.) chats with us about his AP and community projects with Haus of Dreams (http://youtube.com/@HausofDreamsAP) and his TTRPG...
2025-12-021h 18
Why We RollWWR 68 ☉ HyperMall: Unlimited Violence w. JD ClémentGet your shopping lists written and your sh*t guns loaded, kids—we're taking a trip to the mall. On this episode of WWR, we're chatting about HYPERMALL: UNLIMITED VIOLENCE with creator and author, JD Clément! We get into late stage capitalism, visceral body horror in games, and tips for learning (and forgetting) graphic design on the fly. Finally, we answer the all-important question: just who is the mysterious Dr. Acula, and what does he want?!
Hammer City Games (publisher): https://www.hammercitygames.com/
Get HYPERMALL: UNLIMITED VIOLENCE: https://www.kickstarter.com...
2025-11-181h 02
Why We RollWWR 67 ☉ Plasmodics w. Will JobstExplore the worlds of weird little guys with us as we chat with game designer Will Jobst of Good Luck Press, creator of Torq, This Discord has Ghosts in It (with Adam Vass), Black Mass, and—recently—Plasmodics! We talk about designing mutant freaks in the weird future, 'demaking' vintage TTRPGs, imagining a better future through gaming, and more!
Good Luck Press: https://goodluckpress.co/
Will's Itch.io: https://willjobst.itch.io/
Listen to Will and Adam Vass on The Brain Trust: https://linktr.ee/thebraintrust
Plasmodics Kickstarter (late...
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Why We RollWWR 66 ☉ Danse Macabre Actual Play w. Jenn, Mike, & Bijan of Fun CityFor our final week of funding Danse Macabre on Kickstarter, we present to you... THE BLOOD THIEVES—a DM actual play with the incredible Jenn de la Vega, Mike Rugnetta, and Bijan Stephen of Fun City! Can our Pilgrims uncover the mysteries behind Zehmet the Witch and the elusive anti-theriac? Listen to find out!
• Danse Macabre on Kickstarter: stillfleet.com/danse
• Jenn de la Vega (she/her) is a Filipina-American chef and author at Family Party Catering, based in Brooklyn. She is known for her Randwiches or “random sandwiches” in Brookly...
2025-11-043h 03
Why We RollWWR 65 ☉ Danse Macabre Actual Play w. Kickstarter UnitedOn this special AP episode of Why We Roll, we play a one-shot of Danse Macabre: Medieval Horror Roleplaying with Shubha, Teddy, and Zan from Kickstarter United—the union that supports both KS workers and creators. Tune in for medieval hijinks and labor politics as our Pilgrims uncover a plot to replace the hard working peasants of Constantinople with... you guessed it, mutant zombies!
As of release, KSRU is on strike to secure reasonable working conditions and pay. Support the union (and the amazing workers who make Kickstarter such a great platform for creators) to...
2025-10-292h 27
Why We RollWWR 64☉ Mystic Aether Reverie w. Lauren BilankoOn this episode, Wythe sits down to gab with Lauren Bilanko, owner of Twenty Sided in Brooklyn, NY and creator of the Mystic Aether Reverie divination deck (available now!). The two chat about Twenty Sided, Lauren's Mystic Aether setting, and the intersections between divination and TTRPGs.
Twenty Sided: https://twentysidedstore.com/
Grab a copy of Mystic Aether Reverie: https://twentysidedstore.com/products/mystic-aether-reverie-divination-deck-parlor-game?_pos=1&_sid=03b28f94f&_ss=r
Make sure to back Danse Macabre, live on Kickstarter! https://stillfleet.com/danse/
2025-10-141h 22
Why We RollWWR BONUS ☉ Danse Macabre Launch AnnouncementHey Why We Rollers, Wythe and Chris here with a BIG announcement: We are LIVE with Danse Macabre: Medieval Horror Roleplaying on Kickstarter, all through October! Make sure to check out the game, spread the word, and back us as we bring the post-apocalyptic medieval world to print!
Danse Macabre Kickstarter: https://stillfleet.com/danse/
Check out all of our games: https://www.stillfleet.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-10-0829 min
Why We RollWWR 63 ☉ The MAD Network w. Anthony Grasso & Alex HitchenOn this episode of WWR, we chat with Anthony Grasso and Alex Hitchen of The MAD Network about writing settings for BORG games, best practices for social media and kickstarter, and FOLD-Å-FREAK 2—LIVE on Kickstarter starting Tuesday, October 7th!
Back FOLD-Å-FREAK 2 on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/themadnetwork/fold-a-freak-2
The MAD Network: https://themad.network/
Back Danse Macabre: Medieval Horror Roleplaying, also on Kickstarter: https://www.stillfleet.com/danse
Stillfleet Studio: https://www.stillfleet.com/
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2025-10-071h 17
Why We RollWWR 62 ☉ Scorched Basin w. Homie and the DudeBack the Scorched Basin Kickstarter campaign, funding until Wednesday, October 8th! www.kickstarter.com/projects/homieandthedude/scorched-basin
On this episode of Why We Roll, we sit down for a great conversation with Tom and Bodhi, the father-son duo behind Homie and the Dude, creators of Scorched Basin, now funding on Kickstarter! We get into designing vehicles and system agnostic setting books, HatD's unique approach to engaging with community, and some practical advice for running a Kickstarter campaign for your TTRPG projects.
Homie and the Dude:
Scorched Basin...
2025-10-021h 17
The Maniculum PodcastDanse Macabre: Adapting the Medieval Mediterranean with Stillfleet StudioIn this episode, we're joined by Chris and Wythe, the creators of Danse Macabre, to discuss their medieval horror TTRPG and how to create historical settings that feel both real and reasonable to a modern gamer. We discuss the concept of the "novum" in worldbuilding, medievalism, and why TTRPGs feel so set upon the Medieval Fantasy in this fantastic roundtable.
Support the Danse Macabre Kickstarter here!
Join our discord community!
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Support us on patreon!
Get your copy of Marginal Worlds, a deck of 50 magic items pulled directly from m...
2025-09-271h 36
Why We RollWWR 61 ☉ Danse Macabre Kickstarter Campaign & Announcements!On this episode of Why We Roll, we sit down (in the same room, no less!) to announce the upcoming Kickstarter campaign for Stillfleet Studio's latest game, DANSE MACABRE: Medieval Horror Roleplaying. We chat about changes, the development process, and all the fun, creepy events we've got planned to support the launch!
Danse Macabre goes live on Kickstarter on Tuesday, October 7th! If you haven't already, follow the campaign before it goes live at https://stillfleet.com/danseks
Check out our upcoming 7pm (EST) streaming AP events on October 5...
2025-09-211h 06
Why We RollWWR 60 ☉ Under the BQE w. Lauren Belski, Brian Russ, & David GreenwoodOn this episode of Why We Roll, we sit down (in person!) with author-editors Lauren Belski, Brian Russ, and David Greenwood of Under the BQE – a collective small press publishing high quality fiction novels. Don't worry though, we still find a way to talk about indy games publishing! Tune in to listen to a great conversation about the founding and publishing process of Under the BQE, writing books in the age of the algorithm, and writing advice about getting over the last mile and adapting to feedback.
Under the BQE: www.underthebqe.com
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2025-09-131h 45
Why We RollWWR Bonus ☉ Dungeons + Drama Nerds: Start the StealFriends, we have a special treat for you today! Our buds—and former WWR guests—Dungeons + Drama Nerds have just kicked off an exciting new season of actual play, delving into the super-future political sci fi game, Stillfleet, in a series titled Start the Steal . Today, we're sharing the very first episode of the series, 'Take Me Offworld, Hotboy!'
Make sure to check out D+DN for more episodes, discussion of the game, and interview with the game's creator, our own Wythe Marschall. From D+DN:
In the kick...
2025-09-101h 00Dungeons + Drama NerdsTake Me Offworld, HotboyIn the kick-off episode to our Stillfleet campaign, we meet a ragtag crew of voidminers working for the Worshipful Company of Stillfleeters. They’re tasked with a simple transport mission of utmost importance to democracy on a distant planet and, more importantly, the Co.’s business prospects there. There surely couldn’t be anything nefarious, underhanded, or skullduggerous involved…right?
Dungeons and Drama Nerds is produced by Percival Hornak and Nicholas Orvis, and this episode was co-produced, mixed, and edited by Ben Ferber. Our core ensemble are Todd Brian Backus, Jovane Caamano, Anthony Sertel Dean, Christopher Diercksen, Ben Ferb...
2025-09-1059 minDungeons + Drama NerdsStillfleet ExplainerWelcome back, drama nerds! In this episode, Percy and Nick sit down to introduce and discuss our next actual play campaign: Stillfleet, a far-future science fiction game by Wythe Marschall, published by Stillfleet Studio.
Dungeons and Drama Nerds is produced by Percival Hornak and Nicholas Orvis, and this episode was mixed and edited by Percival Hornak. Our core ensemble are Todd Brian Backus, Jovane Caamaño, Anthony Sertel Dean, Christopher Diercksen, Ben Ferber, Kory Flores, Mieko Gavia, Tess Huth, Romana Isabella, Jon Jon Johnson, CJ Linton, C. “Meaks” Meaker, Leo Mock, Dex Phan, and Tristan B. Willis.
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2025-09-1028 min
Why We RollWWR 59 ☉ COME ON IN w. Wes FranksCome on in and join us as we chat with the extraordinary Wes Franks about their new game... COME ON IN! We talk with Wes about exploring social classes in a game setting, handling police procedural content with care, 'copaganda,' and navigating tariffs. Oh, and vampires too!
Check out Wes' fantastic work:
https://www.carrion-comfort.com/
https://carrioncomfort.itch.io/
Make sure to follow the DANSE MACABRE: Medieval Horror Roleplaying Kickstarter prelaunch:
stillfleet.com/danseks Learn more about...
2025-08-301h 12
Why We RollWWR 58 ☉ Dungeons + Drama Nerds w. Percy Hornak, Nicholas Orvis, & Ben FerberWe're back with more lovely actual play friends! On this episode, we're joined by Percy Hornak, Nicholas Orvis, and Ben Ferber of Dungeons + Drama Nerds! Join us and this bevy of dramaturges as we discuss the intersection of stage plays and games, improv, tiered authorship in TTRPGs and more.
Make sure to check out Stillfleet Studio's newest game, Danse Macabre: Medieval Horror Roleplaying, coming to Kickstarter Tuesday, October 7th! stillfleet.com/danseks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-08-161h 07
Why We RollWWR 57 ☉ RP Jesters w. Rachel Kordell and Casey ReardonOn this episode of Why We Roll, we sit down with Rachel Kordell and Casey Reardon of the actual play podcast RP Jesters! We chat about the process of making AP, the Jesters' expansive (and excellent) catalogue of series, and adapting to genre. Last but not least, we also discuss their newest campaign, LOST REQUIEM featuring Stillfleet Studio's Danse Macabre: Medieval Horror Roleplaying!
Make sure to check out all of RP Jesters' highly produced and ver fun series, and catch the first episode of Lost Requiem HERE!
Intrigued by Danse Macabre after listening? Curious about...
2025-07-261h 12
Why We RollWWR Bonus ☉ Left of the Projector x Why We Roll – VIDEODROMELong live the new flesh! Wythe and Chris are back with Evan on Left of the Projector for another film discussion. This time we dissect David Cronenberg's 1983 body horror / tech and sex anxiety classic, VIDEODROME!
From Left of the Projector –
In this episode, I join Chris and Wythe from the Why We Roll Podcast to analyze David Cronenberg's cult classic Videodrome. We explore its themes of technology, media, and the human condition, discussing the film's initial reception and rise to cult status. We examine the character of Max Ren, played by James Woods, and the mal...
2025-07-241h 31
Why We RollWWR 56 ☉ The Next Session Podcast w. Alyssa and Adam JohnsOn this episode of Why We Roll we're joined by TTRPG advice power couple Alyssa and Adam Johns of The Next Session Podcast to discuss GM advice, the intersection of therapy and TTRPGs, and more! How can we use aesthetic distance in our games to help players grow? How do GMs overcome imposter syndrome? And how the HECK do animated skeletons even stay together?! Listen to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-07-121h 22
Why We RollWWR 55 ☉ Echoes of the Veil w. Raffi MarhabaJack in and hack the system with us as we sit down to both play and discuss Echoes of the Veil—the newest cyberpunk game from Reverie Rebels—with designer Raffi Marhaba (they / them)! We cover a wide range of subjects including playing the cyberpunk genre politically, magic systems in sci-fi, and designing around social justice. Make sure to tune in and back Echoes of the Veil, crowdfunding on Kickstarter until Tuesday July 1st, 2025! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-06-271h 09
Why We RollWWR 54 ☉ Mage Hand High Five w. Rowan McStay and Casey PapasSaddle up, partner! On this episode of WWR, Wythe and Chris are fixin' to get into the western genre with Rowan McStay and Casey Papas of the wonderful actual play podcast, Mage Hand High Five! We chat about MHH5's history, gaming Western tropes, breaking away from colonial narratives, and—of course—the narrative versatility of trains. This episode is as fun as all get-out, and you can hang your hat on that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-06-161h 18
Why We RollWWR 53 ☉ Narrative Design w. Claire CarréJoin us as we sit down to chat with filmmaker, screenwriter, and video game narrative designer Claire Carré (Lovesick w. Rose City Games, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet w. Naughty Dog Games). In this unique episode, we discuss narrative design, Claire's history with TTRPGs, and the intersection of tabletop and visual media—make sure to tune in!
Enjoying Why We Roll? Consider becoming a Stillfleet patron over at patreon.com/stillfleet — for as little as $3 a month you can support WWR's production and gain access to early access and sneak peaks of all of Stillfleet Studio's genre...
2025-06-031h 22
Why We RollWWR 52 ☉ Wandering Blades w. Daniel KwanJoin us as we sit down to chat with award-winning TTRPG designer and podcaster Daniel Kwan about his new game, Wandering Blades—backing on Kickstarter until May 30th 2025 at wanderingblades.com! We talk wuxia genre fiction, representation, designing beautiful—yet deadly—combat, cinema, and more so make sure to tune in!
If you enjoy Why We Roll, consider becoming a patron at patreon.com/stillfleet – as a patron, you not only support the production of this podcast, but get some fun early access treats to all of Stillfleet Studio's genre-bending games! Thanks, as always!
2025-05-241h 27
Why We RollWWR Bonus ☉ Left of the Projector x Why We RollJoin us as we discuss the 1997 sci fi film GATTACA with our pal Evan on Left of the Projector!
From LoP:
'In this episode, we analyze the 1997 sci-fi film Gattaca, directed by Andrew Niccol, alongside Wythe Marshall and Chris Pickett from the "Why We Roll" podcast. We examine the film's portrayal of a future shaped by genetic engineering and social stratification, contrasting 'valids' and 'in-valids' in a society that discriminates based on genetics. Our discussion highlights the film's casting choices and the moral ambivalence surrounding its individualistic narrative, embodied by Vincent's journey to overcome systemic b...
2025-05-211h 44
Why We RollWWR 51 ☉ Rascal News w. Rowan ZeoliJoin us as we chat with Rowan Zeoli – indy journalist extraodinaire and co-founder of the independent TTRPG news site, Rascal News – about the state of the industry, how Rascal got started, why independent TTRPG journalism matters (spoiler – it really matters).
If you're enjoying Why We Roll, consider joining the Stillfleet Patreon! For as little as $3 a month you get exclusive early access to all of our Grit System games, art, and more! patreon.com/stillfleet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-05-171h 05
Why We RollWWR 50 ☉ Transgender Deathmatch Legend II w. Kayla DiceOn this episode of WWR, we are so excited to welcome back TTRPG designer, comedian, and WRESTLER, Kayla Dice of Ratwave Game House! Get into the kayfabe with us as we play and discuss Kayla's newest game, Transgender Deathmatch legend II (available on Itch)!
Transgender Deathmatch Legend II is a TTRPG beat-em-up designed for two players, using a deck of playing cards. Play out brutal street fights resolved via a trick-taking game with individuals tricks zooming in on the beat-by-beat of violence. Navigate the hyper-stylised city of Slamchester through seven dangerous hexcrawls.
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Why We RollWWR 49 ☉ The Sometimes Kingdom w. Ethan GouldiniOn this episode of Why We Roll, we chat with Ethan Gouldini about their game, THE SOMETIMES KINGDOM, a topsy-turvy portal fantasy RPG. Join in as we discuss building magical systems and worlds, GMing a living house, and everything seasonal. If you're enjoying Why We Roll, consider supporting us over at patreon.com/stillfleet – for a few bucks a month you get access to early releases, the Stillfleet discord server, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-04-251h 16
Why We RollWWR 48 ☉ Model Our Nations w. Eric SilverOn this episode of Why We Roll, we sit down with the elder statesman himself, Eric Silver of Multitude Productions and Join the Party to both play and discuss his new game, Model Our Nations: A TTRPG about words standing in the way of action! Pick up a copy of Model Our Nations from the Join the Party merch store HERE!If you're enjoying Why We Roll, consider supporting us at patreon.com/stillfleet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-04-181h 43
Why We RollWWR Bonus ☉ Perfect Ten x Why We Roll!!! Last chance to back Enter the Nostalgitron, the new play-to-learn Stillfleet quick start! Make sure to back before April 3rd! As a special treat, here is Nostalgitron writer and illustrator, Michael J. Cohen chatting with Wythe about Alien: Romulus on his podcast, Perfect Ten! ————On this episode we're joined by Wythe Marschall, creator of the tabletop roleplaying game, Stillfleet, to talk about his perfect ten movie, Alien: Romulus starring Cailee Spaeny, David Jonsson, Archie Renaux, and Isabela Merced. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi
2025-04-022h 22
Why We RollWWR 47 ☉ Blackthorn and Pocketopia Collabs w. Marco Serrano and Michael J. CohenWe are joined by not one, but two extraordinary guests this week—Marco Serrano of Spicy Tuna RPG, and welcoming back Michael J. Cohen! The gang chats about Blackthorn, Spicy Tuna's Pocketopia 2025 entry, as well as writing pulp horror, camp, and intentionality with art... all culminating in a discussion of PUDDY MADNESS—the Blackthorn x Nostalgitron crossover for Pocketopia. It's getting spoopy and goopy on Why We Roll! Both Enter the Nostalgitron—the new Stillfleet learn-to-play quick start—and Blackthorn are funding on Backerkit as a part of Pocketopia right now, until April 3rd! Back bot...
2025-03-191h 10
Why We RollWWR 46 ☉ Enter the NOSTALGITRON w. Michael J. CohenTwo episodes in one week? In this economy?! Wythe sits down to chat with illustrator, graphic designer, and TTRPG writer Michael J. Cohen to discuss their latest collaboration, Enter the NOSTALGITRON—now live on Backerkit as a part of Pocketopia 2025! Enter the NOSTALGITRON is a new 64-page quick start venture for Stillfleet, blending the dark corporate sci-fi of the original game with 1980's and 90's Saturday morning cartoon references. From Backerkit:In this action-packed romp, play as one of 4 totally radical “heroes” (read, corporate space marines working for the Worshi...
2025-03-131h 39
Why We RollWWR 45 ☉ Mega Corp Games w. Logan DeanWythe and Chris sit down to chat with designer, consultant, comrade, and collaborator—the inimitable Logan Dean. Tune in to listen in on Logan's insights around the politics and genre of corporate horror, inter-player tension, and practical advice on starting and administering an indie game business. Enjoying Why We Roll? Consider supporting the show by becoming a Stillfleet Patron! For as low as $3 a month, you gain early access to play testing material, our discord server, and more! patreon.com/stillfleet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...
2025-03-131h 19
Why We RollWWR 44 ☉ Nostos & Translation in TTRPGs w. Dr. Erica BridgesWythe and Chris chat with Dr. Erica Bridges, scholar of ancient Greek and Latin, about language and crafting narratives. Erica shares insights about her upcoming TTRPG titled Nostos, as well as the use of ancient and medieval languages in fantasy gaming.If you enjoy Why We Roll, consider signing up for the Stillfleet Patreon at patreon.com/stillfleet - for as little as $3 a month, you can help produce Why We Roll and gain access to early sneak-peak materials for all of our genre-chainsawing games! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
2025-02-261h 35
Why We RollWWR 43 ☉ Mappa Mundi w. George Bickers of Three Sails StudioWythe and Chris chat with George Bickers of Three Sails Studios about their upcoming release, MAPPA MUNDI (now funding on Kickstarter!). Imagine your favorite monster hunting game, but without fighting or hunting, replaced by a deep reverence for nature! Topics range from radical ecology and revolutionary imaginaries to practical advice on starting and running a collective with left politics.If you enjoy Why We Roll, consider joining our Patreon to help us with production! For as little as $3 a month you gain early sneak peaks at all of the Stillfleet Studios games including Stillfleet, Danse Macabre, Blister...
2025-02-131h 37
Why We RollWWR 42 ☉ Bad House RPG w. Fabian Lelay & Josephine KimThis week on Why We Roll, Wythe and Chris are joined by TTRPG actual play and multimedia creators Fabian Lelay and Josephine Kim from Bad House RPG. The gang chats about post-colonial storytelling, adapting existing systems for actual play, and even some sound advice on how to get started in the AP space.If you enjoy Why We Roll and would like to support it's production, head over to patreon.com/stillfleet and become a patron today! For as little as $3 a month, you gain early access to all of the Stillfleet Studio's genre-chainsawing games, inside baseball...
2025-02-041h 30
Why We RollWWR 41 ☉ May You Fish in Interesting Times w. WH ArthurJoin Wythe and Chris as they chat with indie TTRPG creator WH Arthur about revolutionary politics in TTRPGS through his game May You Fish in Interesting Times which asks the pertinent question of what happens if the revolution fails?If you enjoy Why We Roll, consider joining us on Patreon at patreon.com/stillfleet – for just $3 a month, you gain access to early play test material, art, and our incredible Discord community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-01-271h 29
Why We RollWWR 40 ☉ The Griffon's Saddlebag & SKELLIES w. Griffin MacaulayWWR 40 ☉ The Griffon's Saddlebag & SKELLIES w. Griffin MacaulayOn this episode of Why We Roll, Wythe and Chris chat with the man who put the Griff in The Griffon's Saddlebag... Griffin Macaulay! Tune in to hear about Griff's design process and philosophy for The Griffon's Saddlebag (with books available from Hit Point Press) as well as his new game out for community playtesting, SKELLIES. Who doesn't want to be a skeletal thrall to an ancient lich?If you enjoy Why We Roll, then please give us a rating and help spread the love, or join us...
2025-01-181h 21
Why We RollWWR 39 ☉ Danse Macabre: Prima MorsWWR 39 ☉ Danse Macabre: Prima MorsOn this episode of Why We Roll, Wythe and Chris check in about the many mutations of Danse Macabre: Prima Mors, and the future of Danse Macabre! If you enjoy Why We Roll, consider supporting us at Patreon.com/stillfleet – for as little as $3 a month, you gain access to the Stillfleet community discord as well as the newest updates and material for all of Stillfleet Studio's games, including Danse Macabre! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-12-281h 17
Why We RollWWR 38 ☉ PAX Unplugged '24 w. Tony GrassoWWR 38 ☉ PAX Unplugged '24 w. Tony GrassoOn this episode of Why We Roll, Wythe and Chris hit the floor at PAX Unplugged '24 and are reunited with TTRPG auteur and illustrator, Tony Grasso! Join in as they chat conventions, play testing, mutant animals, the future of Blister Critters, and so much more.Enjoying Why We Roll? Consider becoming a Stillfleet patron at patreon.com/stillfleet – for as little as $3 a month, you can support the production of not only WWR, but all of Stillfleet Studio's genre-chainsawing games as well! Learn more...
2024-12-2125 min
Why We RollWWR 37 ☉ Under the Autumn Strangely w. Graham GentzWWR 37 ☉ Under the Autumn Strangely w. Graham GentzOn this episode of Why We Roll, we chat with Graham Gentz, author of Under the Autumn Strangely (as well as many others) and vocal proponent of GM-less TTRPGs! We talk supportive design and what that means, genres as buckets, and the power of community and cons!Learn more about Stillfleet Studio at stillfleet.comIf you enjoy Why We Roll, consider supporting us by becoming a patron at patreon.com/stillfleet – for as little as $3 a month, you can support the development of Why We R...
2024-12-161h 41
Why We RollWWR 36 ☉ Shadow Scar w. Cody PondsmithWWR 36 ☉ Shadow Scar w. Cody PondsmithWythe and Chris chat with Cody Pondsmith of R. Talsorian Games (Cyberpunk Red, The Witcher TRPG) about his newest original title, Shadow Scar. Ninjas, mythos, and table top nerdom collide on this episode of Why We Roll! If you enjoy what you hear, consider becoming a patron of Stillfleet Studio over at patreon.com/stillfleet – Patrons get access to the latest updates about Stillfleet Studio games, including Blister Critters and Danse Macabre, as well as access to the Stillfleet Discord where you can chat with creators and the Stillfleet comm...
2024-11-201h 23
Why We RollWWR 35 ☉ World Champ Game Co. w. Adam VassWWR 35 ☉ World Champ Game Co. w. Adam VassJoin Wythe and Chris as they chat with musician and ttrpg designer Adam Vass about punk ethos and visual design in ttrpgs, iteration through and with genre, and the sinister appeal of writing for horror games! If you enjoy Why We Roll, consider becoming a patron of the Stillfleet Studio on Patreon! For as low as $3 a month, you gain access to the Stillfleet Studio discord community, as well as early access to materials for the games we produce! To learn more about Stillfleet, Danse Ma...
2024-10-171h 21
Why We RollWWR 34 ☉ TTRPGs v. Board Games w. Sarah Shah and Aaron HillWWR 33 Board Games v. RPGs w. Sarah Shah and Aaron HillJoin Wythe on this episode of WWR as he chats with board game reviewer Sarah Shah and game designer Aaron Hill, discussing designing board games, what we love about them, and how they differ from the TTRPGs we usually talk about! Like what you hear? Consider becoming a patron of Stillfleet Studio to support the production of Why We Roll, as well as all of our weird and wonderful games. For as little as $3 a month, you can gain access to the Stillfleet Discord...
2024-10-041h 38
Why We RollWWR 33 ☉ Adventure Writing w. Luke GearingWWR 33 ☉ Adventure Writing w. Luke GearingJoin us as we chat with prolific adventure module auteur Luke Gearing about writing across systems, structuring adventures for publication, and Luke's approach with advice!Like what you hear? To support Why We Roll (as well as all of Stillfleet Studio's stable of amazing ttrpgs) then head over to patreon.com/stillfleet and consider becoming a patron! For as little as $3 a month, you gain access to the Stillfleet Discord server as well as sneak peaks and early access materials for Stillfleet, Blister Critters, and Danse Macabre!st...
2024-09-231h 26
Why We RollWWR 32 ☉ Gila RPGs w. Spencer Campbell Pt. 2WWR 32 ☉ Gila RPGs w. Spencer Campbell Pt. 2
Join us as we are re-joined by the delightful and prolific Spencer Campbell of Gila RPGs – the designer (and psych professor!) so nice, we interviewed him twice. We chat with Spencer about designing iteratively, the intersection of psychology and game design, and Spencer's newest game, LOOT (funding on Kickstarter starting Tues, Sept 17th!).
Want more Why We Roll, Stillfleet, Blister Critters, and Danse Macabre? Then support Why We Roll and Stillfleet Studio by becoming a patron for as little as $3 a month over at patreon.com/stillfleet
To learn more about Stil...
2024-09-161h 19
Why We RollWWR 31 ☉ At GENCON 2024 w. Spencer Campbell of Gila RPGsJoin Wythe and Chris, for the last episode of Why We Roll Season 1, as they chat with the brilliant Spencer Campbell of Gila RPGs from the floor at GENCON 2024! Spencer shares some insights into running a booth at a convention, as well as a sneak peak at his thinking around designing ttrpgs blended with other tabletop mechanics (which will be expanding on in a full interview in season 20! Why We Roll will be back in the autumn of 2024 with more ttrpg creator interviews and actual play sessions. If you'd like to continue supporting Why We Roll in...
2024-08-2628 minWhy We RollWWR 31 ☉ Gila RPGs at Gencon w. Spencer CampbellWWR 31 ☉ Gila RPGs at Gencon w. Spencer CampbellJoin Wythe and Chris for the last episode of Season 1 of Why We Roll as they walk, and talk on, the convention floor at Gencon 2024 with Spencer Campbell of Gila RPGs!If you want to support Why We Roll as we head into Season 2 this fall, please head on over to patreon.com/stillfleet and consider becoming a patron – after all, who wouldn't want to be a void miner? Check out stillfleet.com for more info on Stillfleet, Blister Critters, Danse Macabre, and more!
2024-08-2224 min
Why We RollWWR 30 ☉ The Sometimes Stream w. Erica Simpson & Ethan GouldiniOn this episode of Why We Roll, Wythe chats with Erica Simpson and Ethan Gouldini about the ongoing AP stream and upcoming podcast, The Sometimes Stream! Produced by Stillfleet Studio, The Sometimes Stream blends AP zaniness with actual game development and play testing, all in Ethan's deep, lore-filled world of The Sometimes Kingdom RPG.To watch past playtest streams of The Sometimes Kingdom, head over to the Stillffleet Twitch page!To learn more about Why We Roll, Stillfleet Studio and all of our games, visit stillfleet.comIf you would like to support...
2024-07-1851 min
Why We RollWWR 29 ☉ 3,2,1... Action! w. John Hambone McGuireJoin us as we chat with John Hambone McGuire of The Vintage RPG Podcast and Ham and Egg Publishing. about community building, the punk ethos in the indie ttrpg scene, and, of course, the very exciting and cinematic 3,2,1... Action! ttrpg system, created by John himself!From the 3,2,1... Action! Itch page: 'With rapid and intuitive gameplay, 321 Action is the perfect RPG system for newcomers and seasoned veterans alike. For Game Runners, it's an excellent platform for cinematic storytelling, spanning a wide array of genres, such as '80s Action, Crime Drama, Horror, Heists, Mysteries, Sci-Fi Space Operas, and...
2024-07-041h 21
Why We RollWWR 28 ☉ Ratwave Game House w. Kayla DiceWWR 28 ☉ Ratwave Game House with Kayla DiceOn this episode, we're joined by Kayla Dice of Ratwave Game House for a chill conversation around the ins and outs of self-publishing, growing as a designer, genre inspiration, and a deep dive into Kayla's newest game, PSYCHODUNGEON (now on Kickstarter until June 20th - don't miss this one!). From the PSYCHODUNGEON Kickstarter: PSYCHODUNGEON is a fantasy workplace action drama, played using No Dice and No Masters. It's a tabletop roleplaying game set in a world of mobile phones and magic spells, mass transit and malevolent demons, the su...
2024-06-191h 31
Why We RollWWR 27 ☉ Hexavexagon w. Vex Chat-BlancWWR 27 ☉ Hexavexagon w. Vex Chat-BlancJoin Wythe as he chats with Vex Chat-Blanc, creator of many incredible and innovative ttrpgs and tools, including Killing Billionaires for Sport and Ashfall. Wythe and Vex discuss the New Zealand ttrpg community for Kiwi RPG Week, the application of politics in games, and character trauma and how it can inform narrative, all while taking a deep dive into Killing Billionaires for Sport!You can find more on Kiwi RPG Week 2024, running June 23-29, here! Make sure to tune in for all the streams and game jams!To su...
2024-06-141h 33
Why We RollWWR 26 ☉ Marginal Worlds w. Zoe Franznick & Dr. Mac Boyle of The Maniculum PodcastWWR 26 ☉ Marginal WorldsJoin us as we talk with Zoe Franznick and Dr. Mac Boyle of the wonderful Maniculum Podcast about medievalism and its influence on ttrpgs! We also discuss the legacy of Tolkien, magic systems in ttrpg's, and most importantly: Marginal Worlds: Magic Item Expansion Pack , The Maniculum Podcast's first publication! With 50 items and equipment inspired by items from medieval manuscripts and a GM guide to match, Marginal Worlds is available to back on Kickstarter on June 1st, 2024!To support Why We Roll, head over to Patreon.com/stillfleet ☉ Starting at only $3 a month, you...
2024-05-301h 34
Why We RollWWR 25 ☉ Titanomachy RPG w. Lex Kim BobrowWWR 25 ☉ Titanomachy RPG w. Lex Kim BobrowHow does anyone start producing TTRPGs from scratch? How can we use games as a tool to move from alienation to a state of community? Join us as we chat with the one and only Lex Kim Bobrow, the brilliant mind behind Titanomachy RPG and Caltrop Core, as we work through these questions and more!To support Why We Roll, head over to Patreon.com/stillfleet ☉ Starting at only $3 a month, you can become a member and gain access to the Stillfleet Studio discord, early access to Stillfleet Stud...
2024-05-151h 18
Why We RollWWR 24 ☉ Multitude w. Amanda McLoughlin & Eric SilverWWR 24 ☉ Multitude w. Amanda McLoughlin & Eric SilverOn this exciting episode of Why We Roll, we chat with podcast power couple Amanda McLoughlin and Eric Silver of Multitude! Join us as we discuss the history of actual play podcasting, the business and benefits of working as a collective, and even designing one page TTRPGs. Stick around to the end to hear the best (or worst?) queer TTRPG dad joke you've ever heard.🎙️ Dive deeper into the world of Why We Roll by joining the Stillfleet Patreon community! For just $3 a month, you unlock a treasure trove o...
2024-05-091h 28
Why We RollWWR 23 ☉ Twice Rolled Tales w. Emily Tworek & Linnie SchellWWR 23 ☉ Twice Rolled Tales w. Emily Tworek & Linnie SchellAll hail the button! On this episode of Why We Roll, we're joined by the wonderful Emily and Linnie of Twice Rolled Tales! Join us as we chat about actual play, dada, building a business with friends, and publishing AP modules. If you haven't already, check out and pre-order the incredible Tabletop Gone Mad, created by Linnie and published by Twice Rolled! To learn more about Stillfleet, requisition a form at Stillfleet.comTo learn more about Danse Macabre, make a pilgrimage to timespace.pl...
2024-05-011h 29
Why We RollWWR 22 ☉ Spooky Bell Games w. Chris Koger & Wes AscoleseWWR 22 ☉ Grindcore w. Chris Koger & Wes AscoleseOn this episode of Why We Roll, we're joined by Chris and Wes from Spooky Bell Games. Join us as we chat about the Grindcore System, historical politics in gaming, and Spooky Bell's upcoming No Nazis in Valhalla. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-04-271h 13Why We RollWWR 21 ☉ Twelve Pins Press w. Laurie O'ConnelHey folks, Chris here! Unfortunately, this episode has some minor audio issues. However, we feel that this is a great episode and we hope you still enjoy it! On this episode of Why We Roll, we chat with indie TTRPG luminary, Laurie O'Connel of Twelve Pins Press, author of Heironymous and the upcoming Death Game. Join us as we discuss bending and using genre conventions, shifting GM systems, and even a little Hegel, as a treat. To learn more about Stillfleet, requisition a form at Stillfleet.comTo learn more about Danse Macabre...
2024-04-211h 28Why We RollWWR 20 ☉ Borough Bound w. James Nathaniel & Will SavinoOn this episode of WWR, we are joined, once again, with Will Savino of Borough Bound fame, but this time Will has brought along. party member - art director and cartographer of Borough Bound, James Nathaniel! Come along with us as we chat fantasy cartography, the business of third-party product design, get illustration tips from James, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-04-101h 38Why We RollWWR 19 ☉ New Simulationism w. Sam SorensonWhat is a game? Are TTRPGs... games?? And just -what- is New Simulationism? Join us as we parse out these questions and more with teacher, theorist, and TTRPG creator Sam Sorenson (headofthegoat.itch.io).To find out more about Stillfleet, take the stillworks over to www.stillfleet.comTo find out more about Danse Macabre, take a pilgrimage to timespace.place Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-04-031h 32Why We RollWWR 18 ☉ Magpie Games w. Mark Diaz TrumanJoin us as we chat with Mark Diaz Truman of Magpie Games (www.magpiegames.com) about growing in the indie TTRPG industry, the politics and narrative positioning of TTRPGs, and the slippery work of defining just what a system really is! To learn more about Stillfleet, report to the Co at www.stillfleet.comTo learn more about Danse Macabre, make a pilgrimage to www.timespace.place Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-03-271h 35Why We RollWWR 17 ☉ Hobo's Collective w. Scott ThayerThis week, we are joined by Scott Thayer of Hobo's Collective (hoboscollective.com) to talk about DIY publishing and cooperatives, the evolution of TTRPGs through the last 30 years, and the politics and philosophy of gaming... as well as beefing with Adorno (not really).To learn more about Stillfleet, requisition a copy of form 18c.09-æP73 at Stillfleet.comTo learn more about Danse Macabre, make a pilgrimage to timespace,place Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-03-201h 01Why We RollWWR 16 ☉ Trollish Delver w. Scott MalthouseOn this episode, we are joined by Scott Malthouse (www.trollishdelver.com), creator of Romance of the Perilous Land, Quill, In Darkest Warrens, and more! We discuss folklore in tabletop games and the politics of historical fantasy, and we're treated to insights into Scott's writing process.If you'd like to learn more about Stillfleet, requisition a form at Stillfleet.comIf you'd like to learn more about Danse Macabre, make a pilgrimage to timespace.place Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-03-131h 03Why We RollWWR 15 ☉ Generic Games w. Michael SandsThis week, we are joined by Michael Sands (genericgames.co.nz), creator of Monster of the Week, Heavy Metal Aeons, Natural Philosophers, and more! Join us as we chat about Michael's experience in the NZ TTRPG scene, practical tips for pitching and publishing games, and leaning into genre. To learn more about Stillfleet, submit your requisition form to Stillfleet.comTo learn more about Danse Macabre, make a pilgrimage to timespace.place Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-03-081h 08
A Pint Of CthulhuInterview with Blister Critters creators Tony (Odd Gob Games) & Wythe (Stillfleet Studio)Join Matt & Sowinjay sit down and interview Tony (Odd Gob Games) & Wythe (Stillfleet Studio) about the new game Blister Critters https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/wythe/blister-crittershttps://twitter.com/stillfleethttps://twitter.com/oddgobgamesMusic by Reed Reimer of Fable Factory @fable_org (@reimerpdx)join us over on twitter (X) @APintofCthulhuand if you feeling generous leave us a review as it helps us out alternatively find us on KoFi ko-fi.com/apintofcthulhu
2024-03-0158 minWhy We RollWWR 14 ☉ Playing Blister Critters, Part II: The Maltese OwhllRoach and Dillon McDermal are back, baby! On this very special episode we are again joined by the creator of Blister Critters, Tony Grasso and Discord buddy Lex! Make sure to check out play.blistercritters.com to check out the game and to back it on Kickstarter! To learn more about Stillfleet, report to Stillfleet.comTo learn more about Danse Macabre, make a pilgrimage to timespace.place Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-02-291h 47Why We RollWWR 13 ☉ Qadida w. Ian DerkWythe & Chris talk TTRPG supplements and spies with Ian Derk, author of the espionage-themed Stillfleet gazetteer, QADIDA. From Stillfleet.com: What happens when a rival organization—the anarchic Honourable Company—finally takes power from the Worshipful Company? Can half of a domed city on a dwarf planet survive alone? Is Free Qadida slipping into authoritarianism, or is that just more Worshipful Co. propaganda? Find out in Qadida: Spy Planet! (Successfully backed on Kickstarter in the summer of 2023!)To find out more about Stillfleet, requisition a form at Stillfleet.comTo find out more abou...
2024-02-231h 12Why We RollWWR 12 ☉ Playing Blister Critters w. Jenn de la Vega & Anthony GrassoWWR 11 ☉ Playing Blister Critters w. Jenn de la Vega & Anthony Grasso!Join Wythe, Chris, and very special guests Jenn de la Vega (Fun City Ventures, Replay) and Tony Grasso (creator of Blister Critters) as they delve into the cartoonishly hilarious TTRPG, Blister Critters, now on Kickstarter!In this innovative and surreal game, you play as a small animal who can wield bizarre mutations called Blisters as well as physics-bending Nonsense powers. These strange abilities—artfully developed within the Grit System—will help you survive in a vast, cruel suburbia populated by fellow Critters and their feral...
2024-02-161h 48Why We RollWWR 11 ☉ Blister Critters w. Anthony GrassoWWR 11 ☉ Blister Critters w. Anthony GrassoJoin us as we chat Blister Critters with the game's creator and illustrator, Anthony Grasso! Blister Critters is an upcoming TTRPG from Stillfleet Studios of Saturday morning cartoon mutant animal antics and adventures. In this episode, we delve into designing a game from the ground up, illustration informing mechanics, the aesthetics of 90's cartoons, and more!Find out more about Blister Critters at blistercritters.com and download the Quickstart at stillfleet.itch.io/blister-critters-quickstartFind out more about Stillfleet at Stillfleet.comFind out more ab...
2024-01-091h 22Why We RollWWR 10 ☉ Tabletop Music w. Will SavinoWWR 10 ☉ Tabletop Music w. Will SavinoWythe & Chris talk about music at the tabletop, system agnosticism, and world building with Will Savino of Music d20 and Borough Bound.To find out more about Will's work, go to boroughbound.com and patreon.com/musicd20To find out more about Stillfleet, go to Stillfleet.comTo find out more about Danse Macabre, go to timespace.place/game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-12-091h 09Why We RollWWR 09 ☉ Extra Spooky w. Leo AndradeWWR 09 ☉ Extra Spooky w. Leo AndradeWythe & Chris chat with translator, games writer, and producer Leo Andrade about his latest project, Death Sentence, as well as all things horror, language, translation, and anti-colonial heist gaming!Find out more about Leo and Death Sentence at leoandradewriter.com and leonalfr.itch.io/death-sentenceFind out more about Stillfleet at Stillfleet.comFind out more about Danse Macabre at timespaceplace.itch.io/danse-macabre Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-11-281h 09Why We RollWWR 08 ☉ Playing Stillfleet Pt. 2
WWR 08 ☉ Playing Stillfleet Pt. 2
Chris and Wythe head once again to Gijou while playing Stillfleet and discussing the Grit System.
Find out more about Stillfleet at Stillfleet.com
Find out more about Danse Macabre at timespaceplace.itch.io/danse-macabre
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2023-11-281h 57Why We RollWWR 07 ☉ Playing Danse Macabre
Wythe and Chris dive into an actual play session of Chris' new historical fantasy game, Danse Macabre! Will Galois the Bitten find the famed Memento Mori?
Find out more about Stillfleet at Stillfleet.com
Find out more about Danse Macabre at timespaceplace.itch.io/danse-macabre
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2023-11-151h 37Why We RollWWR 06 ☉ Enter the Sometimes Kingdom w. Ethan Gouldini
WWR Episode 06 ☉ Enter the Sometimes Kingdom with Ethan Gouldini
Wythe and Chris chat with TTRPG illustrator, fine artist, puppeteer, and games writer Ethan Gouldini! In this episode, we talk about the art and visual design side of making TTRPG's and Ethan's upcoming game, The Sometimes Kingdom, which is to be published by Stillfleet Studios.
Learn more about Stillfleet at Stillfleet.com
Learn more about Danse Macabre at timespaceplace.itch.io/danse-macabre
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2023-11-081h 39Why We RollWWR 05 ☉ Chris P. Wolf
Why We Roll Ep. 5 ☉ Chris P. Wolf
Wythe and Chris chat with Chris P. Wolf, author of the sci-fi TTRPGs Off Worlders and Night Tripper (and Classic Traveller aficionado), covering TTRPG history, Powered by the Apocalypse resolution mechanics, and sci-fi genre gaming.
Find out more about Chris P. Wolf's work at night-tripper.fun & chrispwolf.com
Find out more about Stillfleet at Stillfleet.com
Find out more about Danse Macabre at timespaceplace.itch.io/danse-macabre
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2023-11-011h 04Why We RollWWR 04 ☉ Playing Stillfleet
Why We Roll 04 ☉ Playing Stillfleet
Hosts Wythe Marschall (creator, Stillfleet) and Chris Pickett (creator, Danse Macabre) sit down to play a game of Stillfleet. Will S'Varm complete their mission for the Co?
Find out more about Stillfleet at Stillfleet.com
Find out more about Danse Macabre at timesplaceplace.itch.io/danse-macabre
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2023-10-241h 10Why We RollWWR 03 ☉ Introducing Danse Macabre
Why We Roll 03 ☉ Introducing Danse Macabre
Chris Pickett (creator, Danse Macabre) talks to fellow host Wythe Marschall (creator, Stillfleet) about developing their historical fantasy-apocalypse game.
Find out more about Stillfleet at Stillfleet.com
Find out more about Danse Macabre at timespaceplace.itch.io/danse-macabre
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2023-10-0448 minWhy We RollWWR 02 ☉ Introducing Stillfleet
Why We Roll 02 ☉ Introducing Stillfleet
Wythe Marschall (creator, Stillfleet and the Stillfleet Studio) talks to fellow host Chris Pickett (creator, Danse Macabre) about designing a political sci-fi TTRPG… for a decade.
Find out more about Stillfleet at www.stillfleet.com
Find out more about Danse Macabre at timespaceplace.itch.io/danse-macabre
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2023-10-0451 minWhy We RollWWR 01 ☉ Introducing Why We Roll
Why We Roll 01 ☉ Introducing Why We Roll!
Introducing Why We Roll, a podcast and livestream about designing tabletop roleplaying games hosted by Chris Pickett (Danse Macabre) and Wythe Marschall (Stillfleet). In this episode, Chris and Wythe give some background on themselves, their games, and their hopes for the show. If you make TTRPGs, then they want to know why—and how—you roll!
Find out more about Stillfleet at www.stillfleet.com
Find out more about Danse Macabre at https://timespaceplace.itch.io/danse-macabre
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2023-09-1340 min
VOIDTACKVOIDTACK: Jerky Run - Chapter 3In which three morally ambiguous(?) comrades in arms rest and plot, learning the truth of the conflict that awaits them, the nature of their situation, and the threefold path on which they tread.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
The Qadida kickstarter has now closed! But you should still follow the Stillfleet twitter account for updates, and join the discord!
GM | Mason, AKA Archipelego: he/him
THE JANITOR | Rockwell, AKA Barbog: he/him
FRANCIS | Robin, AKA Spodokaiba: she/her
DR. HELSING | Merlin, AKA Snout: he...
2023-07-211h 09
Design Thinking GamesStillfleet with Aaron H.Listen now (62 min) | On their epic quest our heroes encounter an old friend, Aaron H., and they talk about his recent gaming conquests in Stillfleet. Read the transcript.
Things discussed on this episode:
Stillfleet
The Rain Thieves
Dune
Float City
Fun City Podcast
Strings
Roll 20
Malinger
Robot Factory
The Art of Game Design: Book of Lenses
The Game Design Workshop
Candyland
Moats in the Eye
Splendor
Galaxy Trucker
Support the show on Patreon!
Follow us on Twitter @DTGamesPodcast. Follow us on TikTok @designthinkinggames. Subscribe on Twitch at DesignThinkingGames.
Tim...
2023-07-161h 02Design Thinking GamesStillfleet with Aaron H.Listen now (62 min) | On their epic quest our heroes encounter an old friend, Aaron H., and they talk about his recent gaming conquests in Stillfleet. Read the transcript.
Things discussed on this episode:
Stillfleet
The Rain Thieves
Dune
Float City
Fun City Podcast
Strings
Roll 20
Malinger
Robot Factory
The Art of Game Design: Book of Lenses
The Game Design Workshop
Candyland
Moats in the Eye
Splendor
Galaxy Trucker
Support the show on Patreon!
Follow us on Twitter @DTGamesPodcast. Follow us on TikTok @designthinkinggames. Subscribe on Twitch at DesignThinkingGames.
Tim...
2023-07-161h 02VOIDTACKBONUS - Meanwhile on Spindle 1: The Gold ShoulderIn which two B-plot characters awkwardly murmur and plot within a cheap bar, dealing with small inconveniences, bar tabs, and the divine comedy of the universe.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
Go check out Qadida!
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/wythe/qadida-a-spy-filled-stillfleet-gazetteer
GM | Mason, AKA Archipelego: he/him
THE JANITOR (today, SLOW ANCHOR LIFTER) | Rockwell, AKA Barbog: he/him
FRANCIS (today, NOBODY) | Robin, AKA Spodokaiba: she/her
DR. HELSING (today, VAZZLE-12) | Merlin, AKA Snout: he/him
INTRO...
2023-07-1650 minVOIDTACKVOIDTACK: Jerky Run - Chapter 2In which three acquaintances ride through the desert on a carriage with no name, facing down threats of espionage and mystery in the pursuit of their paycheque.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
Go check out Qadida!
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/wythe/qadida-a-spy-filled-stillfleet-gazetteer
GM | Mason, AKA Archipelego: he/him
THE JANITOR | Rockwell, AKA Barbog: he/him
FRANCIS | Robin, AKA Spodokaiba: she/her
DR. HELSING | Merlin, AKA Snout: he/him
INTRO & OUTRO: Done by the incredible awerewa. Check o...
2023-07-011h 40
The Story Told RPG PodcastEpisode 127: StillfleetLogan is joined by Griffin and Kim to talk about the Grimdark, taxpunk, spacefaring RPG Stillfleet. And be sure to welcome Kim to the team on her first official episode! Pickup Stillfleet here! And check out what all they have to offer here. Want to join the conversation? Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/gPVH7a9 We are also affiliates with Metallic Dice Games: Follow this link: https://metallicdicegames.com/ref/2478/ and enter the promo code STORYTOLD10 to receive 10% off your order! To...
2023-06-261h 01
Hobo's Collective01: How about some Superhero or Sci-Fi RPGs?Read all about today's episode on our website here:https://hoboscollective.com/2023/06/21/how-about-some-superhero-or-sci-fi-rpgs/
Our first episode is here! And on today’s episode we look at a
Superhero RPG that is currently crowdfunding on Kickstarter and a Scifi
Game currently funding on kickstarter as well. You can listen to the
episode early on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/LogarHailCrom
We are joined by Christian Kessler, creator of Longshot City being published by Melsonian Arts Council and Wyatt the Creator of Stillfleet.
You can back Longshot City here: https://www.kickstarter.co...
2023-06-2229 min
Hobo's CollectiveWythe Marschall StillfleetWythe Marschall joins us again to discuss Stillfleet and all the new stuff going on ther
Check out Stillfleet here: https://stillfleet.com/
You can listen to our last interview here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/40U0eTuqOcJT2q0ygOdnPE?si=7192167a09e84e74
The Stillfleet Core Rulebook on DTRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/421102/The-Stillfleet-Core-Rulebook--CRB001
The Stillfleet Core Rulebook on Itch.io: https://stillfleet.itch.io/stillfleet-core-rulebook
The Stillfleet Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/vu3vnm5
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2023-02-1620 minHobo's CollectiveStillfleetWe are joined by guest Wythe Marschall to discuss Stillfleet the Sci-Fi RPG you can still preorder on backerkit right now here: https://stillfleet-core-rulebook.backerkit.com/hosted_preorders/
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2022-09-2619 min
Fun City1 DAY LEFT to PREORDER the STILLFLEET CRBhttps://www.kickstarter.com/projects/wythe/the-stillfleet-core-rulebook
2022-08-3001 min
Making a MonsterMigo: Stillfleet's bio-tech super-future scientists with Wythe MarschallWythe Marschall, creator of Stillfleet, shares a monster born in the frozen ammonia crystals of Yuggoth at the far reaches of our solar system 100 billion years in the future.Don't wait, get it now! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/wythe/the-stillfleet-core-rulebookGet stat blocks, bonus content, and other monstrous perks: www.patreon.com/scintillastudioJoin the conversation: www.twitter.com/SparkOtterMeet my guests:Wythe Marschall: https://twitter.com/hollowearthsMusic by Jason Shaw at Audionautix.com
2022-08-3040 min
One Shot Test KitchenEpisode 23.2 - Stillfleet (Interview)Having returned from H'rabdin, space slug in tow, Mike sits down with Wythe and Ethan to talk about the genesis of Stillfleet. They have a wide-ranging conversation about the optimism of games, creating a world out of bits and pieces, and about creating a playful space for people to engage with ideas that may be overwhelming.
Stillfleet is available on stillfleet.com, and is currently live on Kickstarter (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/wythe/the-stillfleet-core-rulebook). They can be found on Twitter @stillfleet
(Disclaimer: Mike is a long-time friend of one of the designers and is a...
2022-08-181h 01
One Shot Test KitchenEpisode 23.1 - Stillfleet (Gameplay)We enter the world of Stillfleet, a game where fantastical alien races work for The Company on an ancient/futuristic space station called Spindle. It's a vast and colorful world where the wonders of the far future are within your grasp, but with a strong undercurrent of weird biology and corporate intrigue. Join our crew of sentient salamanders, winged monkeys, and unsettling psychic practitioners of Hell Science as we seek... a space slug.
And as an extra special treat, we play with two of the designers of the game, Wythe and Ethan!
Stillfleet is available...
2022-08-162h 51
Pod of BlundersHearthside Chat with Wythe Marschall, Designer of StillfleetHello folks! I am very happy to bring you this chat with Wythe Marschall, author of the SPECTACULAR game "Stillfleet". Though you get the quickstart rules right now, a Kickstarter for the core rules is scheduled to launch August 1st. If that date changes, I'll let you know ASAP because I want Stillfleet to get all the attention and love it so richly deserves. Here's where I would normally list a ton of links for you to look at but...honestly...there's only one you need: https://stillfleet.com/. Poke around and you'll find everything from character/adventure generators...
2022-07-251h 07
Roleplay Road TripStillfleet: TSitS 001 ”Pleasure Cruise”System: Stillfleet
Scenario: The sleeper in the sky
GM: Jason
Kyle: Zikk Burne, He/him. & Tim the Lizard.
Sam: Ten Bean Sailor, He/him.
Lilith: Kandle Wick, She/They.
Rachel: Stump "Rock", She/her.
2021-10-021h 24