Ley Lines and Lore

Josh Davis
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Host Josh Davis provides an exhaustive review of the Rifts RPG and the Palladium Megaverse. Each episode is packed with information on the history behind Rifts and reviews of the official books in publication order.

  1. 5D AGO

    28. Mechanoid Player Characters

    How do you play a Mechanoid? I felt the Mechanoid player character rules in Sourcebook 2: The Mechanoids were a bit lacking, so I've come up with some ways to help you use them in your game. Mechanoid PCs, done right, and ready to join your next game! Support Palladium Books! Buy Sourcebook 2: The Mechanoids in print or pdf: https://palladiumbooks.com/shop/futuristic/rifts-rpg/rifts-sourcebooks/rifts-sourcebook-2-the-mechanoids/ Another way to support Palladium Books. Buy in pdf from DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/199620/rifts-sourcebook-two-the-mechanoids Questions? Comments? Email us: leylinesandlore@protonmail.com Follow us on Bsky https://leylinesandlore.bsky.social/ Follow us on X https://x.com/LeyLinesandLore Join our Patreon for free or support us for $5/month https://patreon.com/LeyLinesandLore Join our community Discord! Click to join I am not officially connected to Palladium Books in any way. Palladium Books, the Megaverse, and other terms are registered trademarks of Palladium Books and are used under fair use. Our music and sound is provided by Tabletop Audio and is used under a Creative Commons license. Check them out at https://tabletopaudio.com/

    52 min

  2. FEB 5

    27. Sourcebook 2 - The Mechanoids (1992)

    The Mechanoids have invaded Earth! And they aren't taking prisoners. They are here to EXTERMINATE humanity! Or is it TERMINATE humanity? Well whatever science fiction trope most influenced them, they are here to do that. Humans must not be allowed to exist. Hear our review of this seminal piece of Rifts history. Support Palladium Books! Buy Sourcebook 2: The Mechanoids in print or pdf: https://palladiumbooks.com/shop/futuristic/rifts-rpg/rifts-sourcebooks/rifts-sourcebook-2-the-mechanoids/ Another way to support Palladium Books. Buy in pdf from DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/199620/rifts-sourcebook-two-the-mechanoids Questions? Comments? Email us: leylinesandlore@protonmail.com Follow us on Bsky https://leylinesandlore.bsky.social/ Follow us on X https://x.com/LeyLinesandLore Join our Patreon for free or support us for $5/month https://patreon.com/LeyLinesandLore Join our community Discord! Click to join I am not officially connected to Palladium Books in any way. Palladium Books, the Megaverse, and other terms are registered trademarks of Palladium Books and are used under fair use. Our music and sound is provided by Tabletop Audio and is used under a Creative Commons license. Check them out at https://tabletopaudio.com/

    1h 12m

  3. JAN 29

    26. Bio-Wizardry

    A green vat of ooze sits before you. The tentacled D-Bee says by stepping inside you will become stronger, faster, and more beautiful. All it takes is a three-day dunk. Oh, and this squirming worm she's adding to the mix is just going to make everything more comfortable for you. Today we are taking a deep dive into bio-wizardry. How does it work? What do you stand to gain? What could you lose? Is bio-wizardry for you? You'll have to listen to find out! Support Palladium Books! Buy World Book 2: Atlantis in print or pdf: https://palladiumbooks.com/shop/futuristic/rifts-rpg/rifts-world-books/rifts-world-book-2-atlantis/ Another way to support Palladium Books. Buy in pdf from DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/153217/rifts-world-book-two-atlantis Questions? Comments? Email us: leylinesandlore@protonmail.com Follow us on Bsky https://leylinesandlore.bsky.social/ Follow us on X https://x.com/LeyLinesandLore Join our Patreon for free or support us for $5/month https://patreon.com/LeyLinesandLore Join our community Discord! Click to join I am not officially connected to Palladium Books in any way. Palladium Books, the Megaverse, and other terms are registered trademarks of Palladium Books and are used under fair use. Our music and sound is provided by Tabletop Audio and is used under a Creative Commons license. Check them out at https://tabletopaudio.com/

    59 min

  4. JAN 22

    25. Realms of Atlantis

    In the center of the Atlantic Ocean likes the mysterious continent of Atlantis. Come with us to tour the glorious and pristine Preserves! Enjoy luxury shopping at the City of Splynn. Compete in the monster arena in Alvurron, the gargoyle city. And much more!  Support Palladium Books! Buy World Book 2: Atlantis in print or pdf: https://palladiumbooks.com/shop/futuristic/rifts-rpg/rifts-world-books/rifts-world-book-2-atlantis/ Another way to support Palladium Books. Buy in pdf from DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/153217/rifts-world-book-two-atlantis Questions? Comments? Email us: leylinesandlore@protonmail.com Follow us on Bsky https://leylinesandlore.bsky.social/ Follow us on X https://x.com/LeyLinesandLore Join our Patreon for free or support us for $5/month https://patreon.com/LeyLinesandLore Join our community Discord! Click to join I am not officially connected to Palladium Books in any way. Palladium Books, the Megaverse, and other terms are registered trademarks of Palladium Books and are used under fair use. Our music and sound is provided by Tabletop Audio and is used under a Creative Commons license. Check them out at https://tabletopaudio.com/

    1h 3m

  5. JAN 15

    24. True Atlanteans, Tattoo Magic, and Stone Magic

    The True Atlanteans are one of the most popular races in all of Rifts lore. We are taking a close look at them and their magic. Tattoo magic is a great way to keep your special bodies stuck to your body, even if you lose your equipment. And stone magic is... well... a great way to interact with stones. It's cool, though, I promise. Pyramid powers and magic gems and statues. Listen to hear all about it! Support Palladium Books! Buy World Book 2: Atlantis in print or pdf: https://palladiumbooks.com/shop/futuristic/rifts-rpg/rifts-world-books/rifts-world-book-2-atlantis/ Another way to support Palladium Books. Buy in pdf from DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/153217/rifts-world-book-two-atlantis Questions? Comments? Email us: leylinesandlore@protonmail.com Follow us on Bsky https://leylinesandlore.bsky.social/ Follow us on X https://x.com/LeyLinesandLore Join our Patreon for free or support us for $5/month https://patreon.com/LeyLinesandLore Join our community Discord! Click to join I am not officially connected to Palladium Books in any way. Palladium Books, the Megaverse, and other terms are registered trademarks of Palladium Books and are used under fair use. Our music and sound is provided by Tabletop Audio and is used under a Creative Commons license. Check them out at https://tabletopaudio.com/

    59 min

  6. JAN 8

    23. World Book 2 - Atlantis (1992)

    The lost continent of Atlantis has arisen! What dangers and secrets lie hidden on its emerald shores? Today we review 1992's smash hit, World Book 2: Atlantis. Is it worth the hype? You're going to have to give it a listen. Support Palladium Books! Buy World Book 2: Atlantis in print or pdf: https://palladiumbooks.com/shop/futuristic/rifts-rpg/rifts-world-books/rifts-world-book-2-atlantis/ Another way to support Palladium Books. Buy in pdf from DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/153217/rifts-world-book-two-atlantis Questions? Comments? Email us: leylinesandlore@protonmail.com Follow us on Bsky https://leylinesandlore.bsky.social/ Follow us on X https://x.com/LeyLinesandLore Join our Patreon for free or support us for $5/month https://patreon.com/LeyLinesandLore Join our community Discord! Click to join I am not officially connected to Palladium Books in any way. Palladium Books, the Megaverse, and other terms are registered trademarks of Palladium Books and are used under fair use. Our music and sound is provided by Tabletop Audio and is used under a Creative Commons license. Check them out at https://tabletopaudio.com/

    1h 1m

  7. JAN 1

    22. Martian Bugs and the Coalition

    What's it really like on Mars in Rifts? We've got all the bugtastic details in this episode. Plus, we detail how you might use the Coalition in a Mars campaign, Starship Troopers style! There's advice for building player characters and also info on GMs looking to run a Mars campaign. It's kind of spooky! Lagrange Points This video provides the best illustrative example of how Lagrange Points work in outer space. I hope it is helpful. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2LjGgJ4ST60 Support Palladium Books! Buy Mutants in Orbit in print: https://palladiumbooks.com/shop/futuristic/after-the-bomb-rpg/after-the-bomb-book-six-mutants-in-orbit-for-atb-and-rifts/ Another way to support Palladium Books. Buy the Mutants in Orbit pdf: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/61140/after-the-bomb-book-6-mutants-in-orbit Support James Wallis! We reached out to the author of Mutants in Orbit, and recommend checking out some of his more recent work if you want something "beyond the Megaverse": Everybody Wins, Four Decades of the Greatest Board Games Ever Made Ebook https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/395734/everybody-wins-four-decades-of-the-greatest-board-games-ever-made Audiobook https://rbmediaglobal.com/audiobook/9781705075357/ Ludonarrative Dissidents Podcast https://www.ludonarrativedissidents.com The Extraordinary Adventures of Baron Munchausen RPG 3rd Edition https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/327200/the-extraordinary-adventures-of-baron-munchausen-third-edition Alas Vegas RPG https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/199713/alas-vegas Questions? Comments? Email us: leylinesandlore@protonmail.com Follow us on Bsky https://leylinesandlore.bsky.social/ Follow us on X https://x.com/LeyLinesandLore Join our Patreon for free or support us for $5/month https://patreon.com/LeyLinesandLore Join our community Discord! Click to join I am not officially connected to Palladium Books in any way. Palladium Books, the Megaverse, and other terms are registered trademarks of Palladium Books and are used under fair use. Our music and sound is provided by Tabletop Audio and is used under a Creative Commons license. Check them out at https://tabletopaudio.com/

    1h 9m

  8. 12/25/2025

    21. Holiday Sneak Peek 2025

    Happy Holidays from Ley Lines and Lore! I almost didn't put out an episode this week. But I knew you'd want some holiday cheer in your feeds. So I decided to pull back the curtain on a little bit on what I am working on for 2026, Patreon plans, and how I make the podcast. It's a bit shorter than usual, but I think it's better than getting a drop of an episode you may have already heard. I hope you are able to get some rest and spend time with loved ones this holiday season. We'll be back next week with a brand new episode! Questions? Comments? Email us: leylinesandlore@protonmail.com Follow us on Bsky https://leylinesandlore.bsky.social/ Follow us on X https://x.com/LeyLinesandLore Join our Patreon for free or support us for $5/month https://patreon.com/LeyLinesandLore Join our community Discord! Click to join I am not officially connected to Palladium Books in any way. Palladium Books, the Megaverse, and other terms are registered trademarks of Palladium Books and are used under fair use. Our music and sound is provided by Tabletop Audio and is used under a Creative Commons license. Check them out at https://tabletopaudio.com/

    19 min
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Host Josh Davis provides an exhaustive review of the Rifts RPG and the Palladium Megaverse. Each episode is packed with information on the history behind Rifts and reviews of the official books in publication order.

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  • Creator
    Josh Davis
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright Josh Davis
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