TABLETOP TALK - Third Floor Wars

Join Craig and designer Robin Laws as they talk about his process for creating innovative games.  How did Robin get his start in the RPG industry?  What are the origins of Feng Shui and GUMSHOE?   YELLOW KING on Bundle of Holding: https://bundleofholding.com/presents/YellowKing Index to the GUMSHOE system: https://site.pelgranepress.com/index.php/category/products/gumshoe-general/ Hamlet's Hit Points: https://gameplaywright.net/books/hamlets-hit-points/ Robin's Amazon Page: https://www.amazon.com/Robin-D-Laws/e/B0034PURKG?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1625496120&sr=1-2 Hillfolk: https://site.pelgranepress.com/index.php/hillfolk/ Feng Shui: https://www.atlas-games.com/product_tables/AG4020/ Podcast - Ken and Robin Talk About Stuff: http://www.kenandrobintalkaboutstuff.com/ Support us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Thirdfloorwars Check out our live streaming content on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thirdfloorwars Don't miss our battle reports, painting tutorials, and gaming content on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA496705JLkpgAssAhetpdw The best tokens are at Customeeple.com - use the promo code ThirdFloorFriend for a 5% discount on everything except retail products and playmat. Support us (and get the best mats in the business) at Mats by Mars and get 10% off your entire order by using the promo code: THIRDFLOOR0621 https://matsbymars.com/collections/36-x-36-mats Get a cool T-Shirt or mug and help us bring you more content. The store is open! https://thirdfloorwars.com/shop/ Support your favorite podcast and get some killer Malifaux gadgets here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/687047710/third-floor-wars-malifaux-accessory-set?ref=hp_rf-1 Support us (and get free shipping on orders over $100) at Gadzooks Gaming: https://www.gadzooksgaming.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirdfloorwars/ Follow us on Twitter: @ThirdFloorWars Give us feedback or leave us a message that we can use in a future episode! You can record your message here: https://anchor.fm/thirdfloorwars/message You can also record your question as an audio file and email it to us admin@thirdfloorwars.com

Join Craig, Meguey Baker, and Vincent Baker as they discuss their creative process and approach.  Where did the seeds of Apocalypse World first appear?  What do they think of the PbtA explosion?  What are they working on now? Check out their work: https://lumpley.games/ Their Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lumpley Twitter: https://twitter.com/lumpleygames?lang=en and https://twitter.com/NightSkyGames Support us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Thirdfloorwars Check out our live streaming content on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thirdfloorwars Don't miss our battle reports, painting tutorials, and gaming content on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA496705JLkpgAssAhetpdw The best tokens are at Customeeple.com - use the promo code ThirdFloorFriend for a 5% discount on everything except retail products and playmat. Support us (and get the best mats in the business) at Mats by Mars and get 10% off your entire order by using the promo code: THIRDFLOOR0621 https://matsbymars.com/collections/36-x-36-mats Get a cool T-Shirt or mug and help us bring you more content. The store is open! https://thirdfloorwars.com/shop/ Support your favorite podcast and get some killer Malifaux gadgets here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/687047710/third-floor-wars-malifaux-accessory-set?ref=hp_rf-1 Support us (and get free shipping on orders over $100) at Gadzooks Gaming: https://www.gadzooksgaming.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirdfloorwars/ Follow us on Twitter: @ThirdFloorWars Give us feedback or leave us a message that we can use in a future episode! You can record your message here: https://anchor.fm/thirdfloorwars/message You can also record your question as an audio file and email it to us admin@thirdfloorwars.com

Join Craig, and his guest Mike Wallace, as they discuss how he became a published author.  They talk about his work for Wyrd Games and how he has contributed to the lore of Malifaux.  They finish going over his first novel, "Death Dealers," and what it takes to write a book. Get Mike's book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B092JPZH23?fbclid=IwAR19o05mrDEg_fSZYRcamI8FLSZsvtGN99deMtTnk-9CKMLvq70KZfkIwrc Please support us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Thirdfloorwars The best tokens are at Customeeple.com - use the promo code ThirdFloorFriend for a 5% discount on everything except retail products and playmat. Support us (and get the best mats in the business) at Mats by Mars and get 10% off your entire order by using the promo code: THIRDFLOOR0321 https://matsbymars.com/collections/36-x-36-mats Get a cool T-Shirt or mug and help us bring you more content. The store is open! https://thirdfloorwars.com/shop/ Support your favorite podcast and get some killer Malifaux gadgets here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/687047710/third-floor-wars-malifaux-accessory-set?ref=hp_rf-1 Support us (and get free shipping on orders over $100) at Gadzooks Gaming: https://www.gadzooksgaming.com Check out our live streaming content on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thirdfloorwars Don't miss our battle reports, painting tutorials, and gaming content on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA496705JLkpgAssAhetpdw Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirdfloorwars/ Follow us on Twitter: @ThirdFloorWars Give us feedback or leave us a message that we can use in a future episode! You can record your message here: https://anchor.fm/thirdfloorwars/message You can also record your question as an audio file and email it to us admin@thirdfloorwars.com

Join Craig, and his guests Bryan Bauer and Ewan Bailey-Thiele, as they break down Reva and her keyword.  What does she do on the table?  What are good models to hire into her crew?  How do you counter her? Please support us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Thirdfloorwars The best tokens are at Customeeple.com - use the promo code ThirdFloorFriend for a 5% discount on everything except retail products and playmat. Support us (and get the best mats in the business) at Mats by Mars and get 10% off your entire order by using the promo code: THIRDFLOOR0321 https://matsbymars.com/collections/36-x-36-mats Get a cool T-Shirt or mug and help us bring you more content. The store is open! https://thirdfloorwars.com/shop/ Support your favorite podcast and get some killer Malifaux gadgets here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/687047710/third-floor-wars-malifaux-accessory-set?ref=hp_rf-1 Support us (and get free shipping on orders over $100) at Gadzooks Gaming: https://www.gadzooksgaming.com Check out our live streaming content on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thirdfloorwars Don't miss our battle reports, painting tutorials, and gaming content on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA496705JLkpgAssAhetpdw Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirdfloorwars/ Follow us on Twitter: @ThirdFloorWars Give us feedback or leave us a message that we can use in a future episode! You can record your message here: https://anchor.fm/thirdfloorwars/message You can also record your question as an audio file and email it to us admin@thirdfloorwars.com

Robert Schwalb, a veteran tabletop RPG designer known for his work on Dungeons & Dragons and creator of Shadow of the Demon Lord, shares insights into his creative journey. He discusses transitioning from player to GM, honing worldbuilding skills and crafting campaigns. Touching on the challenges of adapting established systems, he reflects on his role in designing D&D 4th and 5th editions. Schwalb also highlights the cultural factors behind D&D's resurgence, indie RPGs' evolution, and his innovative design choices in Shadow of the Demon Lord.

Join Craig and Tom from Goblin King Games as they discuss Moonstone.  It is a miniatures skirmish game in a fantasy world.  Stick around until the end when Tom reveals some of the plans for the setting. 'The Arising' Kickstarter Campaign Page: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/goblinkinggames/moonstone-fantasy-skirmish-game-the-arising Website: https://www.moonstonethegame.com Shop: https://shop.moonstonethegame.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moonstonethegame Facebook Players Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/159322051100751 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEX8h5ktddmZRzaQQXBqUsw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goblinkinggames/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moonstonegame Support us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Thirdfloorwars Check out our live streaming content on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thirdfloorwars Don't miss our battle reports, painting tutorials, and gaming content on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA496705JLkpgAssAhetpdw The best tokens are at Customeeple.com - use the promo code ThirdFloorFriend for a 5% discount on everything except retail products and playmat. Support us (and get the best mats in the business) at Mats by Mars and get 10% off your entire order by using the promo code: THIRDFLOOR0621 https://matsbymars.com/collections/36-x-36-mats Get a cool T-Shirt or mug and help us bring you more content. The store is open! https://thirdfloorwars.com/shop/ Support your favorite podcast and get some killer Malifaux gadgets here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/687047710/third-floor-wars-malifaux-accessory-set?ref=hp_rf-1 Support us (and get free shipping on orders over $100) at Gadzooks Gaming: https://www.gadzooksgaming.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirdfloorwars/ Follow us on Twitter: @ThirdFloorWars Give us feedback or leave us a message that we can use in a future episode! You can record your message here: https://anchor.fm/thirdfloorwars/message You can also record your question as an audio file and email it to us admin@thirdfloorwars.com

Join Craig as he gives a preview of all the content coming out from the Third Floor.  Two Kickstarters ending from friends of the show.  Two RPG live streams!  Four new episodes of the podcast with a Malifaux deep dive and three Insider Insights. Support us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Thirdfloorwars Check out our live streaming content on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thirdfloorwars Don't miss our battle reports, painting tutorials, and gaming content on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA496705JLkpgAssAhetpdw The best tokens are at Customeeple.com - use the promo code ThirdFloorFriend for a 5% discount on everything except retail products and playmat. Support us (and get the best mats in the business) at Mats by Mars and get 10% off your entire order by using the promo code: THIRDFLOOR0621 https://matsbymars.com/collections/36-x-36-mats Get a cool T-Shirt or mug and help us bring you more content. The store is open! https://thirdfloorwars.com/shop/ Support your favorite podcast and get some killer Malifaux gadgets here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/687047710/third-floor-wars-malifaux-accessory-set?ref=hp_rf-1 Support us (and get free shipping on orders over $100) at Gadzooks Gaming: https://www.gadzooksgaming.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirdfloorwars/ Follow us on Twitter: @ThirdFloorWars Give us feedback or leave us a message that we can use in a future episode! You can record your message here: https://anchor.fm/thirdfloorwars/message You can also record your question as an audio file and email it to us admin@thirdfloorwars.com

Join Craig, and his guests, Fabrice Massad and James Reegan of Redgrass Games, as they discuss how their company creates hobby accessories.  They discuss the Regrass wet palette, brushes, and paint handle.  Stick around to the end for a reveal of their next big project.  Check out their Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/redgrass/redgrass-wet-palette-2-the-best-painting-tool-for-miniatures  See all their great products here: https://www.redgrassgames.com/  For more be sure to look here:  https://www.instagram.com/redgrassgames/  https://twitter.com/RedgrassGames  https://www.facebook.com/redgrassgames  https://www.instagram.com/mjg_paints/  https://mjgpaints.com/  Support us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Thirdfloorwars  Check out our live streaming content on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thirdfloorwars  Don't miss our battle reports, painting tutorials, and gaming content on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA496705JLkpgAssAhetpdw  The best tokens are at Customeeple.com - use the promo code ThirdFloorFriend for a 5% discount on everything except retail products and playmat.  Support us (and get the best mats in the business) at Mats by Mars and get 10% off your entire order by using the promo code: THIRDFLOOR0621 https://matsbymars.com/collections/36-x-36-mats  Get a cool T-Shirt or mug and help us bring you more content.  The store is open! https://thirdfloorwars.com/shop/  Support your favorite podcast and get some killer Malifaux gadgets here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/687047710/third-floor-wars-malifaux-accessory-set?ref=hp_rf-1  Support us (and get free shipping on orders over $100) at Gadzooks Gaming: https://www.gadzooksgaming.com  Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirdfloorwars/  Follow us on Twitter: @ThirdFloorWars  Give us feedback or leave us a message that we can use in a future episode!  You can record your message here: https://anchor.fm/thirdfloorwars/message  You can also record your question as an audio file and email it to us admin@thirdfloorwars.com

Join Craig, and his guests, Isaac Vega and Lindsey Rode, as they talk about their careers and latest release.  They discuss Dead of Winter, Labryinthos, and Keystone: North America.  What is their process for iterating and finalizing games?   How did they both come to found their own gaming company?  What happens when a game you're making breaks and you need to fix it? Get the newest game on KS: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rosegauntlet/keystone-north-america Check out their site: https://www.rosegauntlet.com/ Please support us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Thirdfloorwars The best tokens are at Customeeple.com - use the promo code ThirdFloorFriend for a 5% discount on everything except retail products and playmat. Support us (and get the best mats in the business) at Mats by Mars and get 10% off your entire order by using the promo code: THIRDFLOOR0621 https://matsbymars.com/collections/36-x-36-mats Get a cool T-Shirt or mug and help us bring you more content. The store is open! https://thirdfloorwars.com/shop/ Support your favorite podcast and get some killer Malifaux gadgets here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/687047710/third-floor-wars-malifaux-accessory-set?ref=hp_rf-1 Support us (and get free shipping on orders over $100) at Gadzooks Gaming: https://www.gadzooksgaming.com Check out our live streaming content on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thirdfloorwars Don't miss our battle reports, painting tutorials, and gaming content on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA496705JLkpgAssAhetpdw Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirdfloorwars/ Follow us on Twitter: @ThirdFloorWars Give us feedback or leave us a message that we can use in a future episode! You can record your message here: https://anchor.fm/thirdfloorwars/message You can also record your question as an audio file and email it to us admin@thirdfloorwars.com

Join Craig, and his guest Alyssa Menold, as they talk about Alyssa's career as a freelance artist for tabletop companies like Wyrd Games.  How did she break into the business?  What tools does she use to create her work?  What advice can she offer for other artists? Check out her website: https://alyssamenold.com/ Check out her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alyssamenold/?hl=en Follow her on Twitter: https://twitter.com/alyssamenold?lang=en Support us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Thirdfloorwars The best tokens are at Customeeple.com - use the promo code ThirdFloorFriend for a 5% discount on everything except retail products and playmat. Support us (and get the best mats in the business) at Mats by Mars and get 10% off your entire order by using the promo code: THIRDFLOOR0321 https://matsbymars.com/collections/36-x-36-mats Get a cool T-Shirt or mug and help us bring you more content. The store is open! https://thirdfloorwars.com/shop/ Support your favorite podcast and get some killer Malifaux gadgets here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/687047710/third-floor-wars-malifaux-accessory-set?ref=hp_rf-1 Support us (and get free shipping on orders over $100) at Gadzooks Gaming: https://www.gadzooksgaming.com Check out our live streaming content on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thirdfloorwars Don't miss our battle reports, painting tutorials, and gaming content on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA496705JLkpgAssAhetpdw Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirdfloorwars/ Follow us on Twitter: @ThirdFloorWars Give us feedback or leave us a message that we can use in a future episode! You can record your message here: https://anchor.fm/thirdfloorwars/message You can also record your question as an audio file and email it to us admin@thirdfloorwars.com