The Splatbook The Last Splatbook
Dec 8, 2025
A final farewell centered on horror in RPGs and other media. They compare the thrill of one-shots versus long campaigns. Conversation covers constrained stories, tropes, and how novelty shapes fear. They debate mechanics, randomness, and emotional impact across games. The chat ends with encouragement to play and create more horror RPGs.
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Host Farewell And Burnout
- John announced this was the final episode and thanked co-hosts and listeners for their support.
- He said he burned out on podcasting and RPGs but will leave the feed open for occasional projects and invited listeners to his other show, Zombie Strains.
Visual Horror Can Linger
- Jess described how horror movies make her anxious and she avoids them, giving a high-school Texas Chainsaw Massacre example.
- The story shows how visual horror can produce lasting, unwanted effects compared to other media forms.
Horror As A Social And Indie Medium
- Ben noted he doesn't seek horror but watches it socially, showing consumption differs by context.
- John observed modern indie cinema relies on horror as a space for singular artistic visions and novelty.
