SideQuests‪!‬ Epic Table Games

SideQuests! returns with a revamped lineup, introducing the newest podcast paladin, Mike Taylor (TaylorLyfe). Rob and Mike dive into Mike's intriguing journey from childhood adventures with HeroQuest and comic books to his distinguished military career and, surprisingly, his initial resistance to tabletop roleplaying games. Despite being drawn to the lore and stories within RPG books during his deployments overseas, Mike didn't fully embrace the gaming world until after retiring from th...

In this gripping episode, the paladins of podcast, Rob and Eli, are joined by fellow paladins, Lauren and Tucker, to dissect the recent exposé shaking the foundations of tabletop gaming. The spotlight falls on Evil Genius Games, the masterminds behind Everyday Heroes, as a damning article from EnWorld thrusts their business practices and leadership into the unforgiving light.With swords drawn and minds sharp, we delve into the depths of Evil Genius Games' alleged missteps, dissecting their pe...

Join the Paladins of Podcast Rob and Eli as they embark on another unscripted journey through the realms of gaming. In this episode, they kick back and reminisce about their latest gaming sessions, delving into the highs, lows, and unexpected twists that arose along the way. Dive into the technical side of online gaming as Rob shares his effortlessly simple setup, utilizing just a webcam to capture the essence of his tabletop adventures.Meanwhile, Eli takes center stage to regale listeners wi...

Join the paladins of podcast, Rob and Eli, as they journey through the thrilling tales of their gaming escapades in this week's episode. Eli's party emerges victorious despite unforeseen challenges, while Rob navigates the trials of dungeon mastering with empathy and admiration for his players' ingenuity.In this episode, Rob shares gripping accounts of parties under siege and embroiled in epic wars, shedding light on the intricacies of mass combat rules and kingdom building tools found in Pat...

Join the intrepid paladins of SideQuests, Podcast Rob and Eli, as they reunite with Paladin Tucker for a deep dive into the intricate world of game mechanics. In this episode, they dissect what makes a good system truly exceptional. From the fundamental principles of resolution methods to the nuances of dice mechanics, they explore the backbone of gaming systems. Whether it's rolling under, rolling over, employing dice pools, or even drawing cards, each mechanic plays a crucial role in shapin...

Join the mighty paladins of podcast, Rob and Eli, on a thrilling episode of SideQuests! In this exciting installment, the hosts share captivating session recaps, including Eli's ingenious hack master game split between two sessions and Rob's diabolical adventure with a two-man party. Delve into the world of proactive game mastering as Rob and Eli explore the concept, reflecting on the Game Master's Handbook Series and introducing the transformative knife theory from Paladin Craig.Discover how...