Atomic Array

The Last Unicorn Screening Tour (Atomic Array Special Edition)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 16:28:03 +0000

The Last Unicorn Screening Tour (Atomic Array Special Edition) A unicorn fears she may be the last of her kind, and sets out to discover why. The Last Unicorn by Peter S. Beagle was first published in 1968 and is generally considered one of the all-time best fantasy novels. The book was followed in [...]

The Secrets of Adventuring (Atomic Array 068)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 08:34:03 +0000

The Secrets of Adventuring (Atomic Array 068) Few publishers receive as many five-star reviews for their products as Rite Publishing. And with good reason; the books Rite puts out are a welcome addition to any game library. We asked Rite founder Steve Russell back on The Array to talk about one of his most recent releases: The Secrets [...]

Breaking Into RPG Freelancing with Mike Welham (Atomic Array Special Edition)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 17:32:36 +0000

Breaking Into RPG Freelancing with Mike Welham (Atomic Array Special Edition) Mike Welham has been busy designing RPG material for our playing enjoyment. In addition to winning Paizo’s 2012 RPG Superstar contest and working with Paizo Publishing, he’s contributed to products from Kobold Press, Raging Swan Press, Zombie Sky Press, Rite Publishing and Clockwork Gnome Publishing. [...]

Lamentations of the Flame Princess Adventures (Atomic Array 067)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 19:01:15 +0000

Lamentations of the Flame Princess Adventures (Atomic Array 067) Lamentations of the Flame Princess has a new series of adventures. We invited James Raggi back on the show to talk about the first two…. Lamentations of the Flame Princess: http://www.lotfp.com/ The Monolith from Beyond Space and Time: Print + PDF The God The Crawls: Print + PDF Ed’s Pick: In [...]

Never Unprepared (Atomic Array 066)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 12:00:55 +0000

Never Unprepared (Atomic Array 066) It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been running games, you can always learn more about game prep. Never Unprepared: The Complete Game Master’s Guide to Session Prep, written by award-winning author Phil Vecchione, will help you prepare for games faster, avoid common pitfalls, and have more fun in the process. We [...]

Gen Con 2012 (Atomic Array)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 18:36:58 +0000

We’re focusing on video coverage this year. To see all the madness from Gen Con Indy 2012, head to the Atomic Array YouTube channel. Day 1: View on YouTube Day 2: View on YouTube Day 3: View on YouTube Day 4: View on YouTube

Carcosa (Atomic Array 065)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Sat, 21 Jul 2012 19:28:52 +0000

Carcosa (Atomic Array 065) We’ve enjoyed playing Lamentations of the Flame Princess this year, so when we saw that Geof McKinney’s Carcosa book would now be published, in print, as part of the line… Well, we had to have him on the show to talk about it. Carcosa is a science-fantasy role-playing game setting with a sandbox [...]

Savage Worlds (Atomic Array 064)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 01:16:57 +0000

Savage Worlds (Atomic Array 064) We love Savage Worlds. If you’ve listened to the Array for any length of time, you probably knew that already. But, while we’ve had a number of Savage episodes (see below), we’ve never actually had a show dedicated to the game itself. That ends now, and we invited John Goff on to [...]

King of the Mountain (Atomic Array 063)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 25 May 2012 19:08:57 +0000

King of the Mountain (Atomic Array 063) You’s never admit it in public, but you knew it all along: Elvis lives! Well, kinda. On this episode, we ask Michael Satran to tell us all about it - and his latest HERO System adventure entitled King of the Mountain. BlackWyrm Games: http://www.blackwyrm.com/ Michael Satran: http://michaelsatran.wordpress.com/ Ed’s Pick: 3,000 Miles to Graceland Rone’s Rant: [...]

An Evening With Steven Brust (Atomic Array Special Edition)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Sat, 05 May 2012 11:23:11 +0000

An Evening With Steven Brust (Atomic Array Special Edition) A couple months ago, Patrick DeLise suggested we invite author Steven Brust on the show. So, being fans ourselves, we did! Steven’s first work, Jhereg, was released in 1983. Since then, Steven has released a total of 13 stories that follow Jhereg’s protagonist, the smart-mouthed assassin Vlad Taltos. [...]

Wu Xing (Atomic Array 062)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 06:39:50 +0000

Wu Xing (Atomic Array 062) The war has begun. The Emperor has called for blood! That is how the description of Wu Xing: The Ninja Crusade begins. So we called on creator Eloy Lasanta of Third Eye Games to come on The Array and tell us all about it. In this episode, we talk chop about the [...]

Mistborn Adventure Game (Atomic Array 061)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 21:57:26 +0000

Mistborn Adventure Game (Atomic Array 061) Based on the bestselling novels by Brandon Sanderson and powered by an all new story-driven rules system, the Mistborn Adventure Game lets you explore, command, or liberate the oppressed world of Scadrial, battle the Lord Ruler’s Inquisitors, and master the primal forces of Allomancy, Feruchemy, and Hemalurgy. It’s the ultimate [...]

Lamentations of the Flame Princess (Atomic Array 060)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:49:13 +0000

Lamentations of the Flame Princess (Atomic Array 060) This episode, we go Old School… James Edward Raggi IV is on to talk about Lamentations of the Flame Princess. If you’ve been intrigued by OSRIC or Labyrinth Lord, but haven’t taken the OSR plunge, may we suggest you give the Flame Princess a look. Lamentations of the Flame Princess: [...]

Adventures in Oz (Atomic Array 059)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 02:11:45 +0000

Adventures in Oz (Atomic Array 059) F. Douglas Wall created a fantastic game set in the land of Dorothy and the Emerald City, the Gnome King and the Scarecrow. In Adventures in Oz, each player controls a character participating in stories set in Oz. We asked Mr. Wall to walk us down the Yellow Brick Road [...]

Masks (Atomic Array 058)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 11:39:10 +0000

Masks (Atomic Array 058) Engine Publishing is at it again, making great system-neutral product to help Game Masters. The latest Engine release is Masks: 1,000 Memorable NPCs for Any Roleplaying Game; the title says it all. Martin Ralya and Phil Vecchione join us to talk shop about NPCs and the Masks they wear… Engine Publishing: http://www.enginepublishing.com/ (listen [...]

Horror Show (Atomic Array 057)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 01:20:20 +0000

Horror Show (Atomic Array 057) Bedrock Games takes on Horror, with this new addition to the Network System. We have Brendan Davis on to talk about the world of cinematic terror, Horror Show as a one-shot horror adventure system, villains, monsters and more. Bedrock Games: http://www.bedrockgames.net/ Ed’s Pick: Audition Rone’s Rant: “Out Of My Element (Part 1)” Also Mentioned: Gamerati [...]

Atomic Array: Gen Con 2011 Special Edition IV

podcast@atomicarray.com — Sun, 07 Aug 2011 23:32:44 +0000

Atomic Array: Gen Con 2011 Special Edition IV The Iron GM World Championship is over. Congratulations to Iron GM Necessary Evil, who took home this year’s Iron GM crown. Atomic Array YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/atomicarray Mentioned this episode: * Loot 4 Less (Super Genius Games) * Twilight Sector (Terra/Sol Games) * Hero Lab (Lone Wolf Development) Did you enjoy this episode? Please leave [...]

Atomic Array: Gen Con 2011 Special Edition III

podcast@atomicarray.com — Sat, 06 Aug 2011 23:23:40 +0000

Atomic Array: Gen Con 2011 Special Edition III Saturday was Iron GM World Championship Day for us, but we still managed to snag some chats with various people and the game products they make. We’re working to get some more videos online as well. Atomic Array YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/atomicarray Congratulations to YSDC on winning the 2011 Gold ENnie [...]

Atomic Array: Gen Con 2011 Special Edition I

podcast@atomicarray.com — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 23:00:12 +0000

Atomic Array: Gen Con 2011 Special Edition I We decided to mix it up this year and do something special. In addition to our normal four Atomic Array Special Editions, we’re also shooting some video to share. To help us out, we brought in gamer / model / actress Jen Page. And man… have we been [...]

Atomic Array 2011 ENnie Awards Special Edition

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 12:49:34 +0000

Atomic Array 2011 ENnie Awards Special Edition Atomic Array has been nominated for an ENnie Award, in the Best Podcast category. There are a ton of great games and companies on the list of nominees - many of whom have been features on The Array in the past. So… we decided to take a moment [...]

Eureka (Atomic Array 056)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 12:00:47 +0000

Eureka (Atomic Array 056) ‘501 Adventure Plots to Inspire Game Masters’ - that’s the claim made of Eureka by the Gnomes behind the newest book from Engine Publishing. And it delivers. 501 plots across the fantasy, science fiction and horror genres, fleshed out and ready for Game Masters to plunder and use. We asked three [...]

Pathfinder Tales (Atomic Array Special Edition 003)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Sat, 21 May 2011 12:00:54 +0000

Pathfinder Tales (Atomic Array Special Edition 03) Draw your sword and charge forth into a world of adventure with Pathfinder Tales, official novels and serial web fiction that further explore the fascinating world of the Pathfinder Roleplaying Game. Within these pages, the fantastical world of Golarion comes to life as never before, exploding with wild [...]

Gaming Paper Adventures (Atomic Array 055)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 12:00:28 +0000

Gaming Paper Adventures (Atomic Array 055) We love Gaming Paper, so we jumped at the chance to have Erik Bauer on the show. Not only does he produce the core Gaming Paper rolls, but he also has game-themed wrapping paper and Gaming Paper One Sheets, which we put on every table at Iron GM events. Last [...]

Dungeon A Day (Atomic Array 054)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:00:58 +0000

Dungeon A Day (Atomic Array 054) Looking for new material for your game, but you’re more interested in bite-sized morsels of campaign goodness than in large tomes that take days or weeks to consume? Looking to capture the feel of products like Ruins of Undermountain, Castle Whiterock and/or Return to the Temple of Elemental Evil [...]

The Danse Macabre (Atomic Array 053)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 21:57:50 +0000

The Danse Macabre (Atomic Array 053) No matter one’s station in life, the Dance of Death unites all. Russell Bailey joins us this week to talk about The Danse Macabre, the latest Vampire: The Requiem supplement from White Wolf Publishing. White Wolf Publishing: http://www.white-wolf.com/ Advance Copies of the Danse Macabre: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YwixmWdEMAA Ed’s Pick: The Addiction Rone’s Rant: “Getting Up [...]

Pretty Hate Machines (Atomic Array 052)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 17:51:10 +0000

Pretty Hate Machines (Atomic Array 052) Mr. Hideous wants to make the world a bit uglier, and Michael Satran is on the show to tell us all about it. His latest HERO System adventure is called… Pretty Hate Machines. BlackWyrm Games: http://www.blackwyrm.com/ Michael Satran: http://michaelsatran.wordpress.com/ Ed’s Pick: Antichrist Superstar Rone’s Rant: “The Shrinking Importance of Shrunken Credits” This is what [...]

Houses of the Blooded (Atomic Array 051)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 13:00:15 +0000

Houses of the Blooded (Atomic Array 051) After battling back the frozen minions of Mother Nature herself, we’re back! John Wick has been involved in the creation of many great games, from Legend of the Five Rings to, more recently, The Shotgun Diaries. In this episode, we talk with him about Houses of the Blooded; a [...]

The Witch War (Atomic Array 050)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 12:00:31 +0000

The Witch War (Atomic Array 050) It’s the 50th episode of Atomic Array, and we have a special treat. Our good friend Greg Vaughan is on to talk about his wintry Pathfinder Module: The Witchwar Legacy. We’ve also invited Mr. James Jacobs back on the show to give us a preview of World Guide - [...]

Unkindness (Atomic Array 049)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 18:00:33 +0000

Unkindness (Atomic Array 049) Michael Satran is back for his third appearance on the Array. This time around, we’re talking about one of his recent adventures, entitled Unkindness. BlackWyrm Games: http://www.blackwyrm.com/ Michael Satran: http://michaelsatran.wordpress.com/ Ed’s Pick: Superheroes and Superegos Rone’s Rant: “The Check” Also Mentioned: Iron GM on Facebook Want to learn more about Unkindness? Read on… Atomic Array: Episode 49: Unkindness Emerson’s [...]

Dresden Files, Vol 2.: Our World (Atomic Array 048)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 12:00:35 +0000

The Dresden Files, Vol 2: Our World (Atomic Array 048) Our coverage of The Dresden Files Roleplaying Game continues with look at Vol 2: Our World. In this episode, we spoke with Chad Underkoffler (Lead Setting Developer), Amanda Valentine (Managing Editor) and Clark Valentine (Author). Oh, and this guy named Jim Butcher as well. You might [...]

Dresden Files, Vol 1: Your Story (Atomic Array 047)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 12:00:31 +0000

The Dresden Files, Vol 1: Your Story (Atomic Array 047) What can we say about The Dresden Files Roleplaying Game? It’s only one of the the most anticipated RPGs of the last few years. Built on the foundation laid by author Jim Butcher, this game allows you to star as the central figure in your [...]

Interface Zero (Savage Worlds) (Atomic Array 046)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 12:00:45 +0000

Interface Zero (Savage Worlds) (Atomic Array 046) Interface Zero is back! On Atomic Array 005, we featured the True20 version of Interface Zero, and now Gun Metal Games has a new treat… The Savage Worlds Edition! Gun Metal’s David Jarvis joins us to talk about what’s new and improved in this cyberpunk setting. Gun Metal Games: [...]

Shadow, Sword & Spell (Atomic Array 045)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 12:00:36 +0000

Shadow, Sword & Spell (Atomic Array 045) Rogue Games has a new game! Created by Richard Iorio (Colonial Gothic) and James Maliszewski (Thousand Suns), Shadow, Sword & Spell has everything you need to run games inspired by the greatest pulp fantasy writers of our time. We invited Mr. Iorio to join us for a chat. Rogue [...]

Atomic Array: Gen Con 2010 Special Edition IV

podcast@atomicarray.com — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 18:50:20 +0000

Atomic Array: Gen Con 2010 Special Edition IV Gen Con is coming to an end. Waaaaa! It was really cool to see the guys from Conflict Roleplaying again, and to see a dozen people battling each other using their system. Mentioned this episode: * Super Genius Games * d20Pro (MindGene) * Thousand Suns: Starships (Rogue Games) Did you enjoy this episode? Please [...]

Atomic Array: Gen Con 2010 Special Edition III

podcast@atomicarray.com — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 23:00:35 +0000

Atomic Array: Gen Con 2010 Special Edition III There’s no way to say this in text and convey how excited we are… Atomic Array, Best RPG Podcast of 2010 We had a blast at the Iron GM event today. Cthu-Lou Agresta was the consummate MC, and Rone’s Iron GM theme really gave the event some kick. Congratulations to [...]

Atomic Array: Gen Con 2010 Special Edition II

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 23:00:37 +0000

Atomic Array: Gen Con 2010 Special Edition II Gen Con Day 2. The funniest thing happened today. No words can describe… We spoke with Truly Clark, who wrote the story for the DS9 episode ‘In The Cards‘. Mentioned this episode: * Twilight Sector (Terra/Sol Games) * Pantheon Press Did you enjoy this episode? Please leave a comment, and share it with [...]

Atomic Array: Gen Con 2010 Special Edition I

podcast@atomicarray.com — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 22:00:47 +0000

Atomic Array: Gen Con 2010 Special Edition I Gen Con is going great this year. We’ve had a chance to meet up with some of the people we talked to during Gen Con 2009, and hope to track down even more before the show is over. For us, the wait for the ENnie Awards began en [...]

Atomic Array 2010 ENnie Awards Special Edition

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 20:38:36 +0000

Atomic Array 2010 ENnie Awards Special Edition Atomic Array has been nominated for an ENnie Award, in the Best Podcast category. There are a ton of great games and companies on the list of nominees - many of whom have been features on The Array in the past. So… we decided to take a moment [...]

Fortune’s Fool (Atomic Array 044)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 20:41:03 +0000

Fortune’s Fool (Atomic Array 044) Fortune’s Fool, coming this Summer from Pantheon Press, is a Tarot-based roleplaying game set in a fantastic version of Renaissance Europe. We invited Jay Stratton and Jason Keeley on to talk about it. Fortune’s Fool: Your fate is in the cards! Pantheon Press: http://pantheonpress.com/ Ed’s Pick: The Cooler Rone’s Rant: “Bullies” Atomic Array has [...]

Strategists & Tacticians (Atomic Array 043)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 14 May 2010 12:00:16 +0000

Strategists & Tacticians (Atomic Array 043) How do you handle everything from an aasimar to a horde of zombies without carrying enough gear to sink in a swamp? That’s the question Ryan Costello, Jr. aimed to answer with the latest Pathfinder-compatible crunch-fest from 4 Winds Fantasy Gaming: Strategists and Tacticians: the Definite Guide to Clever [...]

Conflict Roleplaying (Atomic Array 042)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:00:12 +0000

Conflict Roleplaying (Atomic Array 042) Most RPGs involve groups of players pitted against a challenge orchestrated by a GM, but there are times when that guy on the other side of the game table… man, you just want to slap the overconfident grin off his stupid mug. If you want player vs player competition—if you’re [...]

Kagematsu (Atomic Array 041)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 19:07:21 +0000

Kagematsu (Atomic Array 041) A number of talented women designers have published their own games over the last few years. This is the first time we’ve had the privilege to speak with one on the Array. We invited Danielle Lewon on to talk about Kagematsu, her game of love, honor, and shame set in feudal [...]

CthulhuTech (Atomic Array 040)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 17:03:09 +0000

CthulhuTech (Atomic Array 040) If you listened to Episode 13, you know that Ed’s a big fan of CthulhuTech. It’s been a little over a year since we featured its Lovecraftian Mecha Monstrosities on the Array, so we invited Matthew Grau, from WildFire, to come back on and give us an update on how the [...]

CthulhuTech Quick-Start Rules

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:00:38 +0000

CthulhuTech (Atomic Array 040) This 50-page book will give you everything you need to try before you buy. It includes an overview of the setting and the rules, with four ready-to-play Characters and a complete ready-to-run adventure! CthulhuTech: http://www.cthulhutech.com/ * * * * * Feel free to ask questions, or leave a comment on the site. You [...]

Savage Suzerain (Atomic Array 039)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 14:00:08 +0000

Savage Suzerain (Atomic Array 039) Want to change genres, or just throw a curve-ball at your setting, but don’t want to throw everything out and start from scratch? Ever wonder how your necromancer would hold up in a cyberpunk world, or in a hard sci-fi setting? Savage Suzerain may be what you’re looking for. Based [...]

Kazei 5 (Atomic Array 038)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 12:00:05 +0000

Kazei 5 (Atomic Array 038) Anime + Cyperpunk = Animepunk. The latest offering from BlackWyrm Games, Kazei 5 is Michael Surbrook’s take on the genre. After a decade of constant play by hundreds of groups, K5 is now updated for use with HERO 6th Edition, this 300+ page book will give you everything you need [...]

Kazei 5 Preview (Atomic Array 038)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 01:00:30 +0000

Atomic Array 038 features Kazei 5, Michael Surbrook’s latest animepunk offering from BlackWyrm Games. Have a listen and feel free to download the attached preview. BlackWyrm Games: http://www.blackwyrm.com/ Michael Surbrook: http://surbrook.devermore.net/ Pre-Order your copy now. * * * * * Feel free to ask questions, or leave a comment on the site. You can also share Atomic Array with a friend, or [...]

Snows of an Early Winter (Atomic Array 037)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 18:00:32 +0000

Snows of an Early Winter (Atomic Array 037) Ho Ho Hlah! Merry Christmas! We have a special holiday episode. Cthu-Lou Agresta joins us to talk about Snows of an Early Winter, his new Call of Cthulhu adventure from Super Genius Games. Stan! also joins us to talk about investigation design. Super Genius Games: http://www.supergeniusgames.com/ Lou Agresta’s RPGAggression: http://rpgaggression.blogspot.com/ Available [...]

The Cursed Chateau (Atomic Array 036)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:00:49 +0000

The Cursed Chateau (Atomic Array 036) James Maliszewski from Rogue Games authors Grognardia, one of our favorite blogs about old-school gaming. Lucky for us, and anyone interested in great adventures in that vein, James wrote a new adventure called The Cursed Chateau. It’s part dungeon-crawl and part horror, but it’s all awesome. Rogue Games: http://www.rogue-games.net/ 12 Degrees: [...]

Pact Magic (Atomic Array 035)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 12:00:13 +0000

Pact Magic (Atomic Array 035) Dario Nardi from Radiance House Publishing has been expanding the concept of ‘pact magic’ for some time. He joins us to talk about he books Secrets of Pact Magic and Villains of Pact Magic. Radiance House Publishing: http://pactmagic.com/ Ed’s Pick: Harvey Rone’s Rant: “The World Does Not End in 2012″ * * * * [...]

Twilight Sector (Atomic Array 034)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:00:07 +0000

Twilight Sector (Atomic Array 034) At Gen Con this Summer, we spoke with Mike Cross from Terra/Sol Games about his new Traveller setting, Twilight Sector. We asked Mike and his co-author, Matthew Hope, to give us another look under the hood of Twilight Sector. Terra/Sol Games: http://terrasolgames.com/ Ed’s Pick: Beastie Boys Rone’s Rant: “Tacked on Romance in Film” Want [...]

Our Ladies of Sorrow (Atomic Array 033)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 11:58:03 +0000

Our Ladies of Sorrow (Atomic Array 033) Miskatonic River Press has been kicking out some great Cthulhu products. We asked publisher Tom Lynch to speak with us about his latest release, Our Ladies of Sorrow. Miskatonic River Press: http://www.miskatonicriverpress.com/ Special Discount For Atomic Array listeners: $5.00 off Our Ladies of Sorrow!!! Discount Code: “atomic” The first 20 purchasers also get [...]

Fantasy Craft (Atomic Array 032)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 12:00:27 +0000

Fantasy Craft (Atomic Array 032) We’ve been waiting for Crafty Games to release Fantasy Craft for months. Well, it’s here and we convinced Crafty’s Patrick Kapera, Alex Flagg and Loren Dean to come on the show to talk about it. Crafty Games: http://www.crafty-games.com/ Special Discount For Atomic Array listeners: $5.00 off Fantasy Craft!!! Discount Code: “ATOMICFANTASYCRAFT” Ed’s Pick: Lord of [...]

War of Worldcraft (Atomic Array 031)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:00:05 +0000

War of Worldcraft (Atomic Array 031) BlackWyrm has recently released War of Worldcraft, an introductory adventure for HERO System 6th Edition, from HERO Games. We asked author Michael Satran, who you may remember from our Foxbat for President episode, to come on and talk about it. BlackWyrm Games: blackwyrm.com HERO Games: herogames.com Ed’s Pick: TRON Rone’s Rant: “Never-Wrongs” Want to [...]

The Encountered, Vol. 1 (Atomic Array 030)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:00:38 +0000

The Encountered, Vol. 1 (Atomic Array 030) Mind Storm Labs returns to the Array! Mind Storm Labs just released The Encountered, Vol. 1, a monster manual for the Alpha Omega RPG, which we featured on Atomic Array 012. We met up with them at Gen Con (see the video, below) and were blown away by [...]

Pathfinder RPG (Atomic Array 029)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 12:00:21 +0000

Pathfinder RPG (Atomic Array 029) After the largest open playtest in RPG history, and over two years in the making, the Pathfinder RPG is out! Jason Bulmahn, lead designer at Paizo Publishing, joins us to celebrate. We also speak with James Jacobs and F. Wesley Schneider about ‘Council of Thieves’, the first Pathfinder Adventure Path [...]

Strike Force 7 (Atomic Array 028)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 12:00:50 +0000

Strike Force 7 (Atomic Array 028) This week Stan! Brown and Hyrum Savage join us – they’re here to enlist your help in fighting terrorist organizations bent on world domination as part of Strike Force 7! OtherWorld Creations: OtherWorlds.cx Ed’s Pick: The Tactical Advantage Rone’s Rant: “Bad Sequels” Want to learn more about Strike Force 7? Read on… Atomic Array: [...]

Strike Force 7: Free Mini-Mission

podcast@atomicarray.com — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 12:00:52 +0000

For Episode 28 of Atomic Array, Stan! Brown and Hyrum Savage join us – they’re here to enlist your help in fighting terrorist organizations bent on world domination as part of Strike Force 7! We’ve added a free Strike Force 7 mini-mission to the feed for your playing enjoyment. NOTE: This mission uses the Savage Worlds [...]

Geist: The Sin-Eaters (Atomic Array 027)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 12:00:03 +0000

Geist: The Sin-Eaters (Atomic Array 027) Nothing informs life more than the shadow of death, and there’s no better way to learn about White Wolf’s newest game than to speak with one of the creators. Matthew McFarland is a contributing writer to Geist: The Sin-Eaters, a ‘Storytelling game of Second Chances’. White Wolf gave us [...]

Geist: The Sin-Eaters Quickstart

podcast@atomicarray.com — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 12:00:43 +0000

Nothing informs life more than the shadow of death, and there’s no better way to learn about White Wolf’s newest game than to download the free quickstart rules. Give ‘em a read while listening to our interview with one of the creators… Matthew McFarland is a contributing writer to Geist: The Sin-Eaters, a ‘Storytelling game of Second Chances’. [...]

Dogs in the Vineyard (Atomic Array 026)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 12:00:36 +0000

Dogs in the Vineyard (Atomic Array 026) We wrap up our first year on the air with a special show. D Vincent Baker’s Dogs in the Vineyard is not a new game - it came out in 2004, grabbing the Indie RPG of the Year and Most Innovative Game awards. And deservingly so, Dogs is [...]

Foxbat for President (Atomic Array 025)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 12:00:52 +0000

Foxbat for President (Atomic Array 025) BlackWyrm Games just releases a new CHAMPIONS adventure called Foxbat for President. We asked author Michael Satran and BlackWyrm president Dave Mattingly to come on and talk about what happens when a crazy crook takes over the White House. Special Discount For Atomic Array listeners: Pick up Foxbat for President [...]

Foxbat for President Brochure

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 11:30:38 +0000

We featured BlackWyrm’s Foxbat for President on Atomic Array 025. Attached, you’ll find the PDF version of Foxbat’s official campaign brochure. Want to learn more about Foxbat for President? Read on… Atomic Array: Foxbat for President (Atomic Array 025) Foxbat for President: Official Campaign Brochure Channel 3 News: Foxbat for President Game Cryer: Review by Chris Perrin Vulcan Stev: What if [...]

Foxbat for President News

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 11:00:22 +0000

We featured BlackWyrm’s Foxbat for President on Atomic Array 025. Attached, you’ll find the Channel 3 News coverage of Foxbat’s campaign for the White House. Want to learn more about Foxbat for President? Read on… Atomic Array: Foxbat for President (Atomic Array 025) Foxbat for President: Official Campaign Brochure Channel 3 News: Foxbat for President Game Cryer: Review by Chris [...]

Nobis (Atomic Array 024)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 12:00:10 +0000

Nobis (Atomic Array 024) Next month, Pantheon Press will be releasing a new line of OGL products based around Nobis, a new fantasy setting. We asked Pantheon for a sneak peak at their first couple releases. Pretty neat stuff. Editor-in-Chief Jason Keeley and contributing author Rob Trimarco agreed to speak with us about Nobis, so we [...]

Rite Publishing (Atomic Array 023)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 22 May 2009 12:00:55 +0000

Rite Publishing (Atomic Array 023) Steve Russel is one of the most energetic publishers we’ve met. Through his company, Rite Publishing, he’s provided us with a number of stellar game products. Last year, Steve started moving into patronage projects. The first adventure in the Rituals of Choice adventure path is already for sale, but he’s got [...]

Jade Oath Preview: The Demon Hunter

podcast@atomicarray.com — Wed, 20 May 2009 12:00:05 +0000

We take a look at the patronage projects run by Rite Publishing on Atomic Array 023. Attached, you’ll find a PDF preview. If you like what you see, become a patron and make sure you come back to Atomic Array to let us know what you think. Want to learn more about Rite Publishing? Read on… Atomic [...]

Scarrport (Atomic Array 022)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 08 May 2009 06:00:43 +0000

Scarrport (Atomic Array 022) RDP has started publishing products for your 4th Edition Dungeons & Dragons game. We spoke with RDP’s president, David Jarvis, about his first 4e release, Scarrport: City of Secrets. Contributing authors Graydon Schlichter and Greg Tito also joined the conversation. Visit RDP: Reality Deviants.net Ed’s Pick: The Adventures of Vlad Taltos by Steven Brust Rone’s [...]

Scarrport Preview

podcast@atomicarray.com — Wed, 06 May 2009 12:00:19 +0000

We feature RDP’s Scarrport: City of Secrets on Atomic Array 022. Attached, you’ll find a PDF preview. If you like what you see, pick up a copy and make sure you come back to Atomic Array to let us know what you think. Want to learn more about Scarrport? Read on… Atomic Array: Scarrport (Atomic Array 022) Reality [...]

Kobold Quarterly 009 (Atomic Array 021)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 12:00:22 +0000

Kobold Quarterly 009 (Atomic Array 021) Kobold-in-Chief Wolfgang Baur comes back on the Array to talk about what you can find inside the latest issue of Kobold Quarterly. We also spoke with contributing authors Adam Daigle, Scott Gable and Matthew Hanson about their articles. Visit Kobold Quarterly: Kobold Quarterly.com Ed’s Pick: Dangerous Beauty Rone’s Rant: “Birthdays” Listen to learn about [...]

Dungeon A Day (Atomic Array 020)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 06:00:49 +0000

Dungeon A Day (Atomic Array 020) Monte Cook talks about his new project, Dungeon A Day.com, a subscription-based site where he rolls out a new expansion for a massive dungeon every day. He shows off each room using Dwarven Forge terrain and uses Reaper Minis to show off some of the critters within. We also spoke with [...]

Gestalt (Atomic Array 019)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 01:00:07 +0000

Gestalt (Atomic Array 019) We spoke with Scott Bennie, the creator of Gestalt, from Black Wyrm Games. It’s equal parts supers and mythology, an exciting setting and - thanks to Scott’s gifted writing ability - a pleasure to read. Gestalt is available in two versions: HERO 5th Edition and Mutants & Masterminds. Special Offer For Atomic Array [...]

Gestalt Player’s Guide

podcast@atomicarray.com — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 12:00:15 +0000

We feature Black Wyrm’s Gestalt: The Hero Within on Atomic Array 019. Attached, you’ll find a 32-page PDF Player’s Guide, containing a systemless introduction to the major elements of the setting and suggestions for devising characters.. If you like what you see, make sure you come back to Atomic Array before making your purchase. Want to [...]

Gestalt Sampler

podcast@atomicarray.com — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:00:23 +0000

We feature Black Wyrm’s Gestalt: The Hero Within on Atomic Array 019. Attached, you’ll find a 32-page PDF Sampler. If you like what you see, make sure you come back to Atomic Array before making your purchase. Want to learn more about Gestalt: The Hero Within? Read on… Atomic Array: Episode 019: Gestalt Black Wyrm Games: Gestalt Sampler Black [...]

Player’s Handbook 2 (Atomic Array 018)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 11:00:24 +0000

Player’s Handbook 2 (Atomic Array 018) Mike Mearls and Jeremy Crawford invited us to visit Wizards of the Coast to talk about Player’s Handbook 2. Ed’s been playing in a weekly 4th Edition campaign since… well, since before the poison rules were set in stone, so we weren’t going to give up a chance to get [...]

Promo: Jeremy Crawford and Player’s Handbook 2

podcast@atomicarray.com — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 12:00:56 +0000

A promo by Jeremy Crawford, encouraging people to listen to Atomic Array 018, on which we featured Player’s Handbook 2.

Promo: Mike Mearls and Player’s Handbook 2

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 12:00:28 +0000

A promo by Mike Mearls, encouraging people to listen to Atomic Array 018, on which we featured Player’s Handbook 2.

Master Dungeons (Atomic Array 017)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 01:00:50 +0000

Master Dungeons (Atomic Array 017) Aeryn Rudel and Harley Stroh, talk about the Master Dungeon adventure series from Goodman Games. In January, Ed got a chance to watch Harley run M2: Curse of the Kingspire at Dungeons & Dragons Experience. It looked so good, we had to invite him on to the Array. We asked Aeryn [...]

Scion (Atomic Array 016)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 01:00:03 +0000

Scion (Atomic Array 016) White Wolf’s Eddy Webb dropped by Moonstew Studios to talk to us about Scion. We found some cool stuff out about Scion; design background and inspiration was on the table, but we also talked about the upcoming releases as well. And we find out that yes, Rone was named for a god. Go [...]

Of Shadows Yet to Come (Scion Preview)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 12:00:01 +0000

We feature White Wolf’s Scion on Atomic Array 016. Attached, you’ll find a 36-page PDF preview, including an introductory adventure. Download it and have a look. If you like what you see, make sure you come back to Atomic Array before making your purchase. Want to learn more about Scion? Read on… Atomic Array: Episode 016: Scion Scion [...]

Kobold Quarterly 008 (Atomic Array 015)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 06:00:59 +0000

Kobold Quarterly 008 (Atomic Array 015) Kobold-in-Chief Wolfgang Baur comes back on the Array to talk about what you can find inside the latest issue of Kobold Quarterly. We also spoke with contributing authors Tim Connors and Joshua Stevens about their articles. Special Discount For Atomic Array listeners: Subscribe to Kobold Quarterly for only $10!!! Discount Code: “Atomic” Visit Kobold [...]

Sherwood (Atomic Array 014)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 06:24:16 +0000

Sherwood (Atomic Array 014) When we heard that Battlefield Press was going to release a Savage Worlds edition of Wil Upchurch’s Sherwood, we jumped at the chance to bring him on the Array. The legend of Robin Hood is a tricky subject to work with. There’s so many tropes, from the locations to the iconic character [...]

CthulhuTech RPG (Atomic Array 013)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 07:43:02 +0000

CthulhuTech RPG (Atomic Array 013) Ed stumbled into a game of CthulhuTech at an FLGS back in April. It was a lot of fun, and he’s been trying to get the creators on the Array since our first episode. It’s no secret that we love our Lovecraft. Adding mecha? Yes, please! Matthew Grau joined us to talk [...]

Alpha Omega RPG (Atomic Array 012)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 13:32:44 +0000

Alpha Omega RPG (Atomic Array 012) We discovered Alpha Omega, the post-apocalyptic cyberpunk horror game from Mind Storm Labs, back in April. We were immediately impressed, both by the production values and the content of the core book. Ever since AA001, we’ve been trying to get creators David Carter and Earl Fischl on the show. Finally, [...]

Alpha Omega Core Rulebook (Sample)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 12:00:37 +0000

We feature Alpha Omega, the post-apocalyptic cyberpunk horror game from Mind Storm Labs, on Atomic Array 012. Attached, you’ll find a 48-page PDF preview of the Core Rulebook. Download it and have a look. If you like what you see, make sure you come back to Atomic Array before making your purchase. Special Discount For Atomic [...]

The Encountered, Vol. 1 (Sample)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 12:00:28 +0000

We feature Alpha Omega, the post-apocalyptic cyberpunk horror game from Mind Storm Labs, on Atomic Array 012. Attached, you’ll find a 21-page PDF preview of The Encountered, Vol. 1. Download it and have a look. If you like what you see, make sure you come back to Atomic Array before making your purchase. Special Discount For [...]

Pathfinder (Atomic Array 011)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 11:20:53 +0000

Pathfinder (Atomic Array 011) The State of the Pathfinder Empire! This is our biggest episode yet - 90 minutes on Paizo’s popular campaign setting, organized play society and the upcoming Pathfinder RPG. If you’re thinking about getting into Pathfinder, or just want an update on where Pathfinder stands, this episode is a must-listen. James Jacobs gives background [...]

Shadows of Cthulhu (Atomic Array 010)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 19:28:13 +0000

Shadows of Cthulhu (Atomic Array 010) A number of new Cthulhu products have been released recently. RDP recently released Shadows of Cthulhu, which brings the Mythos to True20. Shadows designer and author, Russ Brown, sat down with us recently to talk about the new line. We also have a special guest appearing in this episode. Try to [...]

Kobold Quarterly 007 (Atomic Array 009)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 08:56:03 +0000

Kobold Quarterly 007 (Atomic Array 009) The latest issue of Kobold Quarterly is full of monster goodness. Kobold-in-Chief Wolfgang Baur joined us to talk about what you can find inside the “Magazine of Kobolds and Dragons.” Mr Baur wasn’t our only guest, though. We also tracked down contributing authors Richard Pett and Ben Macfarland to rap [...]

The Great City (Atomic Array 008)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:01:13 +0000

The Great City (Atomic Array 008) 0one Games publishes some of the BEST maps you’ll find in any gaming product, from any company, anywhere. They will, we assure you, blow your mind. About a year ago, Mario from 0one asked Tim Hitchcock to flesh out one of those maps: ‘The Great City‘. Tim grabbed five of the [...]

Thousand Suns (Atomic Array 007)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 06:05:30 +0000

Thousand Suns (Atomic Array 007) We had a crazy time doing this episode, and especially enjoyed a chance to sit down with James Maliszewski of Rogue Games to learn more about Thousand Suns. It’s fitting that we should be featuring one of their games, since Atomic Array kicked off with a Rogue Game. Why is it [...]

New Gods of Mankind (Atomic Array 006)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 08:15:57 +0000

New Gods of Mankind (Atomic Array 006) Luke Johnson talks about New Gods of Mankind from Dark Skull Studios. Ever want to play a god? This game might just be what you’re looking for. Being a game about godhood, it’s probably no shock that the section on deities is robust. It’s easily one of the best documents [...]

Interface-Zero (Atomic Array 005)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 06:46:39 +0000

Interface-Zero (Atomic Array 005) B. Matthew Conklin III and Patrick Smith joined us to talk about Interface-Zero, the True20 cyberpunk setting from RDP. It all started on the top of a publisher’s wish-list. There were times when we wondered if I-Z would ever see the light of day. Now it’s here, and it rocketh! Ed’s Pick Amin Bhatia’s at [...]

Gen Con Indy 2008 (Atomic Array 004)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 17:04:56 +0000

Gen Con Indy 2008 (Atomic Array 004) Gen Con! The best four days in gaming! That, gentle listeners, is an understatement. Indy was a blast this year, and made even more special because it was our first year as podcasters. Rone spent a lot of time filming the Iron DM competition. You can expect a video of [...]

Prophecy (Atomic Array 003)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 02:33:04 +0000

Prophecy (Atomic Array 003) Greg Hancock joined us to talk about Prophecy, the “real fantasy” roleplaying game from Relentless Publishing. Special Discount For Atomic Array listeners: $5.00 off Core Rules + $2.50 off Player Manual Listen For Special Discount Code The first thing we noticed about Prophecy? It’s a box set - a heavy one, with a robust map set [...]

Reign of Discordia (Atomic Array 002)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:00:32 +0000

Reign of Discordia (Atomic Array 002) In this episode, we’re featuring Darrin Drader’s Reign of Discordia Are you a fan of 70s sci-fi, shows like Battlestar Gallactica, Star Trek, et al? If you’ve been looking for a setting in which to set your space-pop campaign, Darrin Drader may just have the answer for you. Reign of Discordia [...]

Colonial Gothic RPG (Atomic Array 001)

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 12:00:24 +0000

Colonial Gothic RPG (Atomic Array 001) It’s the 4th of July, and we’re celebrating by launching a new podcast about the games we love to play. In this first episode, we speak with Richard Iorio of Rogue Games. Colonial Gothic If your fantasy game sometimes feels like it’s constantly retreading old ground, give Colonial Gothic a read. [...]

Colonial Gothic Primer

podcast@atomicarray.com — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 10:00:21 +0000

We featured Colonial Gothic, the historical horror game from Rogue Games, on Atomic Array 001. Attached, you’ll find a primer of the setting. Download it and have a look. If you like what you see, make sure you come back to Atomic Array before making your purchase. Pick up your copy from Amazon.com (print) or RPG [...]