Monthly Archives: July 2015

Magic: the Gathering – System Mastery


Download NPC Cast Episode 135 – Magic: the Gathering System Mastery

This episode we’re at GenCon, but we’re still here to chat with you about Magic: the Gathering! (72min)

Some things you may be interested in:

Nova Blitz

Wytches

Penn and Teller: Fool Us 

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GenCon 2015 Preview


Download NPC Cast Episode 134 – GenCon 2015 Preview

This episode, we get hype about GenCon 2015! (52min)

Some things you may be interested in:

This Google Doc with ALL THE GAMES.

GenCant – A con for those that can’t go. Created by our friend @425Suzanne!

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The 3rd House – Campaign Crucible

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Download NPC Cast Episode 133 – The 3rd House

This episode, we take on yet another Campaign Crucible! (74min)

Some things you may be interested in:

Arena of the Planeswalker

Worlds in Peril – Superhero roleplaying with the Apocalypse World Engine!

Splendor on iOS

RPG Talk – Aaron’s live stream show!

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Magic in RPGs

Download NPC Cast Episode 132 – Magic in RPGs

This episode, the NPCs discuss a variety of different Magic systems in RPGs! (66min)

We’re nominated for an Ennie! Click here to be taken to the ballot!

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Some things you may be interested in:

Malifaux Two-Player Starter Set

Mask of the Pirate Queen – An adventure for Edge of the Empire

Pop Culture Playoffs – Aaron and Del’s new podcast!

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ENnie Awards and NPC Del’s Voting Slate

We love games here at the NPCCast, and we’re honored to be nominated for the 2015 ENnies. While you’re free to vote for anyone you think deserves the accolades, I’ve got a few suggestions if you find yourself voting. We don’t offer a consensus opinion on every category, and do be aware that it is instant-runoff voting, so even if you prefer another product more, consider giving down-ballot votes to some of our favorites.

Best Monster/Adversary: 13th Age Bestiary. In no other monstrous folio would there be such care and attention – not to detail and Gygaxian Naturalism as in other books – but attention to fun as the 13th Age Bestiary be given to the lowly Bat. The creators of this Monster Book give so much love, and so many great, evocative adventure hooks to even the most pedestrian of opponents that we have to strongly endorse it.

Best Adventure, Best Cartography, Best Production Values: Horror on the Orient Express. It’s a bona-fide classic, and this upgrade/re-release gives it all the love it deserves. Featuring gorgeous, well, everything – from train tickets to usable telegrams. Absolute perfection.

Best Art – Interior, Best Miniatures Product, Product of the Year: IRON KINGDOMS UNLEASHED. The Adventurer’s Kit is the most value we’ve ever seen at its price point, from intricate pre-assembled minis to amazing modular terrain. The full core book’s art is just as full-metal-mayhem-filled as anything put out by Privateer Press.

Best e-Book, Best Writing: Ken Writes About Stuff. Show guest and FriendPC Kenneth Hite is probably the most correct person working in RPGs today.

Best Publisher: Fantasy Flight Games. In addition to all the tabletop offerings with their attention to detail and high-quality components, FFG has been killing it on the RPG front by releasing 3 compatible RPGs in the various eras of the Star Wars mythos, each with production values and writing and especially art to top the last.

and of course, Best Podcast: NPC Cast! Thanks for voting!

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Bullet Points – Expansions

Download NPC Cast Episode 131 – Bullet Points – Expansions

This episode, the guys design bullet point expansions for some of their favorite games! (65min)

We’re nominated for an Ennie! Click here to be taken to the ballot!

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Some things you may be interested in:

Rat Queens

Magic Pro Tour Changes

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