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By Colin Green

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State of Play

SpikepitJun 01, 2023

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State of Play

In this episode I happily respond to call ins from my buddy Karl Rodriguez (The GMologist Presents) and ponder our historical influences, online games, and collaborative design. Games mentioned include CoC, Warhammer Fantasy and ICRPG. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com Please consider joining my amazing supporters "the Pit Crew" at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast Theme music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. Volca Bass transitions created by C. Green

Jun 01, 202322:13

State of Play

I'm still riding that 'ol nostalgia wave, further exploration of Dragon Warriors, Maelstrom and more. In addition to this, Warmaster makes a comeback with Empire vs. Elves. Big thanks to my awesome callers Jason Connelly (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and Karl Rodriguez (The GMologist Presents). If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com Please consider joining my amazing supporters "the Pit Crew" at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast Theme music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. Volca Bass transitions created by C. Green

May 16, 202325:57

Starfrontiers - A classic review

This quick slice of nostalgia comes in the form of a reading - Jim Bambra's review of Starfrontiers, as featured in Imagine issue 1 April 1983. If you have any comments, questions or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

May 08, 202309:46

State of Play

Classic UK games this episode; Dragon Warriors, Blood Bowl, Warhammer, Reaper. Big thanks to callers Karl (the GMologist Presents) Spencer (Keep off the Borderlands) and Safer (Safer Fantasy Crafting) If you have any comments, questions or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Apr 29, 202323:12

Progression, Regression & Long Term Play (R)

Originally published December 2020 as episode 344. Barney of Loco Ludus kindly called in with some great reflection on recent topics, expanding the discussion about long term campaign play, character progression and developing adventures. Big thanks to Spencer (Keep of the Borderlands) Joe Richter (Hindsightless, Weal or Woe) and new member to the Pit Crew, Glynn Seal (Monkeyblood Designs). Closing theme music by TJ Drenon. If you have any comments, questions or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss supporting the show through sponsorship, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Apr 16, 202317:43

A lot to upack (R)

341 A lot to upack... Originally aired 12/11/20Grappling with the topic of replay value and mashing up ideas.

Apr 15, 202322:43

State of Play

What's the state of play with ol' Spikepit and our gaming hobby. The Lazy DM's Companion, Black Pudding, Fantastic Lairs, Iron Kingdoms and Google apps for DM's. If you have any comments, questions or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Apr 13, 202319:44

Apr 10, 202314:27

Spikepit 500

A tribute to all those folk who called in contributions... carrying Spikepit through the last 100 episodes.

Apr 08, 202338:42

499 Mission Accomplished

In this episode...Talon by GMT, Blood Bowl, Man o' War and nostalgia up the wazoo!!! Big thanks to Karl (the GMologist Presents) and Jason (the Nerd's RPG Variety Cast). If you have any comments, questions or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Apr 07, 202321:60

Fear your game? (R)

Originally aired 6th December 2020 as episode 345. Che Webster of Roleplay Rescue kindly called in with some great reflection on recent topics, expanding the discussion about long term campaign play, player collaboration and inspiration for adventures. Big thanks to Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Cast) and Edwin King. Closing theme music by the very talented TJ Drenon. If you have any comments, questions or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss supporting the show through sponsorship, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Apr 06, 202323:60

Spikepit 300 (R)

300 with Jason Connerley, originally aired 19th August, 2020. Three hundred episodes in. To mark the occasion Jason Connerley of Nerd's RPG Variety cast has joined me for a chat about the 2006 film "300" and how it might inspire ideas in our RPG's.

Apr 05, 202334:50

Spikepit 200 (R)

200 A Reflection - Originally aired September 21 2019 Sharing some thoughts and feelings about the podcast. Inspiration from fellow podcasters and future ideas. Thanks to Aron Clark and Spencer Game for their called in contributions. Theme Music performed by TJ Drennon inspired by Logan"Swordbreaker"Howard's original "Crazy Spikepit Theme". Remix by Colin Green using Sound effects from Freesound.org, BTalbot "Wolf Howl", InspectorJ "Thunder Very Close Rain", TunaBizz "Buzz Load and Clear". If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss supporting the show through sponsorship, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Apr 04, 202311:47

Spikepit 100 (R)

100 Century of Spikepit - The Everybody Medley - featuring everybody who called in. Originally aired February 8th 2019. Big thanks to all the folks who contribute to 'Spikepit' be it shout out, emoji, friendly comment, follow or forward on social media, call in or simply just listens. I couldn't do it without you all. My biggest thanks however goes to Jason Hobbs for getting me started and continuing to support the show.

Apr 03, 202329:38

Urban Memory Crawl (R)

Originally aired 18th November 2020 as episode 342. An urban crawl down memory lane, with some personal recollections and reflection. If you have any comments, questions or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Apr 02, 202320:06

Friends Old & New

Big thanks to Pink Phantom, Aron Clark and JRR Tolkien for the inspiration.

Apr 01, 202317:44

Deeper Games? (R)

Originally published as 349 December 2020. Is the long game a deep game?
Great call ins from Andy Goodman (Expedition to the Grizzly Peaks, Grizzly Peaks Radio) and Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast)

Mar 31, 202316:32

Spikepit Schooled Again (R)

Episode 360 originally aired on 25/02/2021. All the call ins all the time. Big thanks to, TJ, James, Arlen, Menion, Ivy, and our mystery caller. If you have any comments, questions, or concerns regarding this episode please post them in the comments below, or alternatively contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. If you enjoy the show please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Mar 29, 202317:11

How do you compare to a goldfish? (R)

Originally released as 353 on 08/02/2021. In this episode I pose that classic question, how do you compare to a goldfish? Also, do you enjoy bad wrong fun, jumping around the alphabet and getting tied up in your PbtA's? Also, feedback related to recent episodes from Barney (Loco Ludus), Lieren (Updates from the Middle of Nowhere), Che (Roleplay Rescue), Joe (Bigus Geekus), Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and Goblin's Henchman. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Mar 28, 202313:26

LEGO BrikWars (R)

Originally published as episode 346 on 17/12/2020. Christmas is coming. Family gaming, dice, Lego, maps, design and utility. I'm ignoring the famous advice and crossing the streams. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Mar 27, 202311:43

Wargaming and RPG's (R)

Originally released 335 November 2020. Spikepit is taking time to ponder wargaming and RPG's. Many thanks to fellow podcasters Che Webster (Roleplay Rescue) Jason Connerley (Nerds RPG Variety Cast) and Joe Richter (Hindsightless, Weal or Woe) for their called in contributions. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss supporting the show through sponsorship, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Mar 26, 202320:34

Monster Madness

Monster rabbit hole, Spencer calls in, Temple of the Monkey God, Paul Bonner illustrations. Thanks for listening.

Mar 23, 202327:15

Looking Ahead & Behind

Organising my gaming and finally answering some calls.

Mar 16, 202316:21

Gaming Roundup

A rambling roundup of my recent gaming experiences.

Mar 09, 202336:06

494 A Week in Gaming

Talking about my engagement with the hobby. Two player boardgames, recent wargaming and experiences running ICRPG.

Feb 16, 202321:37

493 Boardgame Bonanza

Thoughts around some of the games that I have been enjoying of late.

Feb 02, 202316:42

492 Hard Suit

Some early impressions of 'Hard Suit' from Runehammer

Jan 26, 202318:07

491 RPG Ramblings

Spikepit rambles on about what he's been up to... simple as that :-)

Jan 19, 202316:47

Fantasy Realism (R)

181 Fantasy Realism. Many thanks for the called in contributions, Joe from Hindsightless, Spencer of Keep Off the Borderlands, Dave of D Percentile, Cody M of No Save for You, Jeremy of Thought Eater, Evil Jeff Minions and Musings and first time caller Goblin's Henchman. Enjoy.

If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss supporting the show through sponsorship, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Oct 30, 202222:19

Flaming Oil!!!!!! (R)

178 Flaming Oil!!!!!! This "Drive by" episode is a reading of a blog article, "Lamp Oil Doesn't Burn. antiledo.blogspot.com"If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss supporting the show through sponsorship, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Oct 29, 202205:49

What OSR isn't (R)

233 What OSR isn't - With Ray Otus. Part 1 of a great chat with Ray Otus (Plundergrounds). We discuss some thoughts around the concept of OSR.

Oct 28, 202229:37

666 Rulings Not Rules (R)

Halloween draws near and restless Old School Revenants stir from their tombs. Originally published as episode 324. Big thanks to Jason and Jeff for putting up with my irreverent nonsense. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Oct 26, 202206:20

Thank (R)

Originally aired August 2021 during RPG a Day Month, as episode 421. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast)

Oct 01, 202206:48

Mention (R)

Originally aired August 2021 during RPG a Day Month, as episode 420. An honourable mention for a lesser discussed game. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast)

Sep 30, 202205:28

System (R)

We don't need no stinking hit dice! If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to BJ (The Arcane Alienist) and Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast)

Sep 29, 202211:07

Solo (R)

Ian Livingstone's Forest of Doom, my introduction to the world of solo adventure games, and my very first Fighting Fantasy book. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Ian.

Sep 28, 202208:19

Fraction (R)

Ready the pitchforks, a contentious fraction comes under scrutiny. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Karl (the GMologist presents) Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and Spencer (Keep off the Borderlands)

Sep 27, 202210:26

Theory (R)

Talking RPG's cubed or "Boxology" also known as "Box Theory" depending on your sources. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Joe (Hindsightless) and Karl (The GMologist) and Barney (Loco Ludus)

Sep 26, 202211:29

Welcome (R)

Welcome praise, welcome opportunity and welcome developments. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Joe (Hindsightless) and Karl (The GMologist)

Sep 25, 202205:49

Translate (R)

If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and BJ (the Arcane Alienist)

Sep 24, 202212:25

Memory (R)

Character memories and emergent background. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Daniel (Bandit's Keep) and Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and Goblin's Henchman.

Sep 23, 202207:60

Substitute (R)

Taking the hit Barney & Hench. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Barney (Loco Ludus) for the called in contributions. Special thanks also to Goblin's Henchman for the kind permission to share his recording.

Sep 22, 202208:40

Simplicity (R)

If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and Goblin's Henchman.

Sep 21, 202208:21

Foundation (R)

If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Joe Richter (Hindsightless) Goblin's Henchman and Che Webster (Roleplay Rescue)

Sep 20, 202208:40

Theme (R)

Picking up on theme trap. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to BJ (the Arcane Alienist)

Sep 19, 202214:15

Write (R)

How to write adventure modules that don't suck by Goodman Games. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021

Sep 18, 202204:57

Trap (R)

If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 A big thanks to Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast)

Sep 17, 202204:54

Move (R)

Tales from Bodmin Moor. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 A big thanks to Karl Rodriguez the (GMologist Presents)

Sep 16, 202209:35

405 Supplement

Talking about use of RPG supplements.
If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 A big thanks to Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast), Karl Rodriguez the (GMologist Presents) and Goblin's www.drivethrurpg.com/product/289006/Session-Zero--ConsequencesStyle-Background-Builder

Sep 15, 202210:01

404 Safe

Talk of sea rescue in RPG. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 A big thanks to the heroic volunteers of the RNLI.

Sep 14, 202206:14

403 Flood

Talk of Deep Carbon Observatory. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 A big thanks to Che Webster (Roleplay Rescue)

Sep 13, 202206:21

402 Think

Talk of collaborative fiction. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 A big thanks to Arlen Walker (Live from Pellam's Wasteland)

Sep 12, 202209:31

401 Wilderness

Talk of Perilous Wilds. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Big thanks to Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and newest member of the Pit Crew, BJ (the Arcane Alienist).

Sep 11, 202208:32

400 Trust

Trusting the listener to call in. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 I knew I could trust these guys, big thanks to Jason, Joe and Goblin's Henchman.

Sep 10, 202218:20

399 Medium Role

Talk of the podcast medium, also player roles. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 A stream of call ins, big thanks to Che Webster

Sep 09, 202213:53

398 Stream

If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 A stream of call ins, big thanks to Mumading, Jeff, Jason, Joe and Che.

Sep 08, 202215:07

397 Small

Sep 07, 202210:31

396 Flavour

If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Talking Sherlock Holmes, flavour, player expectations and session zero as gaming. Big thanks to BJ (the Arcane Alienist) and Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast)

Sep 06, 202208:50

395 Throne

If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Talking Conan, the "3T's" and H.G.Wells . Big thanks to Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and Karl Rodriguez (the GMologist Presents).

Sep 05, 202210:17

Weapon (R)

Originally aired 4th August 2021 during RPG a Day Month, as episode 394. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Looking at "By the Sword" a book by Richard Cohen. Big thanks to Runeslinger (Dave Chapman?) Autocratik.com, for calling in.

Sep 04, 202206:34

490 Keep calm and carry on

Please send your audio messages to spikepitpodcast@gmail.com big thanks as always to my supporters on Patreon and callers, Anthony (Casting Shadows) and Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) for their generous contributions.

Sep 03, 202212:51

Tactics (R)

Originally aired 3rd August 2021 during RPG a Day Month, as episode 393. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021 Tactics, Chess, Stratego, RPG & GM Tactics, Sun Tzu and the human being as committee.

Sep 03, 202208:50

Maps (R)

Originally aired 2nd August 2021 during RPG a Day Month, as episode 392 If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021
Day 2 RPG a Day - Maps. Looking at Titan the Fighting Fantasy World, Gascoigne, Livingstone, Jackson. Big thanks to Karl (the GMologist Presents) for his called in contributions.

Sep 02, 202220:17

Scenario (R)

Originally aired 1 August 2021 during RPG a Day Month, as episode 391. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast #RPGaDAY2021
RPG a day 2021, may as well give it go.

Sep 01, 202205:30

489 That's a Wrap

Closing out #RPGaDAY2022 Big thanks to Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast), Jim Tripp, BJ (The Arcane Alienist) and Anthony (Casting Shadows) for their generous contributions.

Aug 31, 202219:11

Meet Joe Salvador

Welcoming into the pit, game designer Joe Salvador, author of Eldritch Tales and the driving force behind Raven God Games.

Aug 30, 202251:54

There and Back Again, a Hobbit RPG

Spikepit is taking time for a closer look at the "There and Back Again" RPG by Ray Otus. This episode draws together content from the back catalogue, as well as from some previously unreleased actual play recordings. Thanks to DM Dad, Shane Ward, RFED, DM Rikki, Luca and Sonny for their contributions. Thumbnail image, "There and Back Again", by C Green. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss supporting the show through sponsorship, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Aug 29, 202255:02

Roll for Shoes!

Reading Roll for Shoes, a Micro RPG by D.Weird

Aug 28, 202202:03

488 Buried Call Bonanza

Buried treasure previously unreleased epic call in bonanza!!!

Aug 27, 202216:48

Simple Monster Stats

Monster tiers - how to bin reams of monster stat blocks, also more Barovian adventure with Barbarian Biff.

Aug 27, 202218:38

486 Crossing the Streams

DMing in a shared setting and some home group character chat.

Aug 24, 202212:46

485 In Pursuit of Perfection

Big thanks to Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) Kevin (The Red Caps Podcast) and Anthony (Casting Shadows). Please enjoy.

Aug 20, 202222:15

484 Toil and Trouble

I've got a "right one" for you this time...OMG!

Aug 18, 202212:23

483 Pitching ICRPG and cool GM's

Big thanks and shout out to newest Patreon supporter James Knight. Continuing #RPGaDAY2022 with great contributions from Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) Joe (Hindsightless) Karl (The GMologist Presents). Please enjoy.

Aug 15, 202220:31

482 ICRPG Snippets

Delving into ICRPG Master Edition for some rules chat. Using Hearts in ICRPG, Initiative and Turns, Hero Coins and Milestones

Aug 14, 202210:11

481 RPG Regrets

Calls From Kevin (Red Caps Podcast) Spencer (Keep off the Borderlands) Safer (Safer Fantasy Crafting) "Crazy Spikepit Theme" Logan Howard

Aug 13, 202219:24

480 RPG settings that probably won't get you killed

Who remembers Ivor the Engine?... Assisting me with day 10/11 of #RPGaDAY2022 we have delightful contributions from Joe (Hindsightless) Runeslinger (Casting Shadows). Please enjoy

Aug 11, 202221:45

479 Mrs M, Old Games and the rule of 3

#rpgaday2022 day 7&8, special thanks to Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) for AAA... Enjoy

Aug 09, 202218:12

478 ICRPG Danger, Energy, Wonder

More IC #RPGaDAY2022 6&7 including a call from Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and a mini rant about frustrating polarising generalisations. Enjoy.

Aug 07, 202212:58

477 The ICRPG GM's Oath

#rpgaday2022 day 5 to answer this question I'm delving back into ICRPG

Aug 06, 202213:25

476 Introducing RPG's

#RPGaDay2022 Questions 1-4 The first installment of my RPG a Day ponderings, my answers to the daily questions presented in a journal type style. Please enjoy.

Aug 05, 202212:43

475 Archived Knave session report

Ray, Larry, and RFED call in

Jul 24, 202230:56

474 Hiveworld Inspiration

All the call ins all the time. Big thanks to Barney, Pink Phantom, Jason, and Rich Fraser.

Jul 17, 202219:40

473 RPG Education, Plant Monsters, Obsidian, Space 1889

Calls from Joe Salvador, Jason (Nerds RPG Variety Cast) Anthony (Casting Shadows) Joe (Hindsightless) Karl (The GMologist Presents) Rich (Cockatrice Nuggets) Barney (Loco Ludus)

Jul 09, 202231:03

472 Hiveworlds and life in the Spire

Big thanks to Anthony, Spencer, Karl and BJ for these inspirational call ins. More to follow

Jul 03, 202223:46

471 More good players

Originally published as episode 162. Being a better player. Contributions from, Ivy the Happy Whisk, Logan Sword Breaker Howard, Froth the Thought Eater , Spencer aka Free Thrall, Evil Jeff of Minions and Musings and James Richards. Please enjoy listening.

Jul 02, 202220:30

470 Better RPG Play

Originally published as episode 161, blame Mr Connerly for this re-release. Contributions from:
Ivy the Happy Whisk, Frank Turfler of Frank T's Liner Notes, regular caller Larry Haught of the Spikepit Pit Crew, Darren Green aka RFED, Che Webster Roleplay Rescue and my Canadian buddy Shane Ward voice of Gilligan's Isle of ADD. Please enjoy. Call in or email comments to spikepitpodcast@gmail.com

Jul 01, 202233:29

469 Are you a "trying" player?

Originally published as episode 160 June 18 2019 Starting discussion about player quality. Why do I spend so much time and effort trying to improve as a GM? What changes should I make to improve my games? Contributions from Frank T, Spencer G and Lieren. Please enjoy listening. spikepitpodcast@gmail.com

Jun 29, 202220:16

468 Game Club, Oracy & Improv

Big thanks to Jason (Nerds RPG Variety Cast) BJ Boyd (The Arcane Alienist) Menion (Confessions of a Wee Timorous Bushi) and Goblins Henchman

Jun 26, 202222:02

467 Nerd Club, Beyond the Wall and High Rise

Reporting on awesome experience, Beyond the Wall, and High Rise calls thanks to Jason (Nerds RPG Variety Cast/Cerebrevore) and Joe (Hindsightless) Intro music written and performed by Frank Clark is used with his express permission.

Jun 18, 202220:52

466 Game Clubs, Procrastination, Spelljammer and Improv

Thinking out loud about - school gaming clubs, picking a system, Beyond the Wall, ICRPG, Dracula, Spelljammer, Plants on the BBC, original series Star Trek and Improv GMing. Call ins next episode. Thanks for listening.

Jun 16, 202224:30

465 Blast from the Past

Originally released as episode 009 in June 2018. In many ways it feels like a lifetime ago, so much has changed.

Jun 11, 202215:36

464 Luddites, Beyond the Wall and Boxing Up Books

All the guerilla all of the time. Big thanks to Jason and Arlen for making it happen. Skol

Jun 10, 202224:26

463 Spikepit Sunday

Notes to follow

Jun 05, 202224:34

462 Into the Pit

Big thanks to my Pit Crew buddies who called in, Spencer (Keep off the Borderlands), John (Red Dice Diaries), Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and Joe (Hindsightless).

Jun 01, 202219:42

461 Spikepit Sunday

Have a listen it's Sunday, surely you have a few moments to waste...my awesome callers always have something useful to say. Big thanks to the Whiskologist Variety Cast - Ivy, Jason and Karl.

May 22, 202226:16

460 Into the Pit

Come on a rambling ideas and inspiration update with ol' Spikepit as he answers call ins from buddies Rich (Cockatrice Nuggets) and Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast). Enjoy

May 12, 202222:03

459 Into the Pit

notes to follow

Apr 21, 202226:27

456 A Tale of Basic Fantasy RPG

I talk about my thoughts on starting a campaign using Chris Gonnermans super accessible 'Basic Fantasy Role-Playing Game'. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Apr 12, 202212:04

455 Eldritch Tales

Overview of Eldritch Tales - Lovecraftian White Box Role-playing by Joseph Salvador of Raven God Games. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Apr 09, 202224:05

454 Tomb of the Serpent Kings Review

Talking about my experience of running Tomb of the Serpent Kings, by Skerples, art by Scrap Princess. Be warned that this episode does contain spoilers. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Apr 08, 202217:23

453 Into the Pit

What have I been upto in my gaming hobby, Kahoot quiz experiment, gaming with Google, Beowulf, Ravenloft actual play, cognitive science and book reviews? Big thanks to Spencer (Keep off the Borderlands) and Jason (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) for their called in contributions Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Apr 07, 202222:03

452 Osseous RPG

Originally published as 304 - in this episode I welcome Spencer Game into the pit. We discuss his game, Osseous, create a character and enjoy a brief light hearted example of play. Hopefully you find it full of "HUMOUR". I personally found one of the funniest things about the recording the fact that we still managed to get the rules wrong. Big thanks to GM Spencer for being a great sport, entering fully into the spirit of things. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Apr 06, 202231:24

450 Colin and Frank Talk About Stuff 1

I delve way back int the archives to unearth a little gem, a lovely chat with Frank Turfler, listen to part 2 on the excellent Frank T's Liner Notes originally published DEC 17 2018

Apr 04, 202228:42

449 Knave RPG

Knave RPG by Ben Milton, a rules walkthrough. Music was written and performed by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. Enjoy.

Apr 03, 202232:20

448 A history of the AD&D 1e Dungeon Master's Guide

Spikepit reading the history of this product as researched and written by Shannon Appelcline, the editor-in-chief of RPGnet and the author of Designers & Dragons - a history of the roleplaying industry told one company at a time.

Apr 02, 202213:21

447 Keeping it real!!!

Spring is in the air - the new generation rises. Happy Easter folks. Watch this space :-)

Apr 01, 202204:29

044 Ten Sessions, Ten Levels, Ten Years

Knave, 10x10x10, Hextalk (Previously Archived)

Mar 22, 202210:24

443 Pellam's Nuggets Live from Cockatrice Wasteland

An episode for RPG fans old and new. Responding to recent episodes with some great ideas, we have my buddies, Arlen Walker (Live from Pellam's Wasteland) and Rich Fraser (Cockatrice Nuggets). Thanks to everyone for the ongoing support.

Mar 09, 202223:25

441 Old Meets New

A mash up of previously archived content combined with new call's in this episode. Big thanks to the Pit Crew and callers who support my efforts with their contributions

Mar 02, 202226:20

Stay Frosty RPG (R)

Originally aired as episode 040. Aquarius 1, bringing Stay Frosty out of the deep freeze, classic call ins from some old friends. We also enjoy a new call in from ol' buddy Rich Fraser (Cockatrice Nuggets). Enjoy

Feb 23, 202235:52

The Monster Alphabet (R)

Retrieved from the stacks for re-release, one of my first product reviews.

Feb 16, 202219:07

Spells, Traps, Domains and more...(R)

Previously hidden away in the archives (038), this 28/09/2018 episode gets wheeled back into the light. Music written and performed by Frank Clark is used with his express permission.

Feb 09, 202228:18

Random Encounters and Mob Rules (R)

Delving back into the archives for this re-release from 2018 (037). In addition, responding to the mob rules topic, I share a helpful new call in from my buddy, John Large. The music written and performed by Frank Clark is used with his express permission.

Feb 04, 202218:20

Goliath Hunting Party (R)

Delving into the archives to bring you a blast from the past (036). Listen out for some ol' friends we haven't heard from in a while.

Feb 02, 202230:03

435 The GMologist Sessions P4

Big thanks to Karl. Edited by BOO.

Jan 23, 202223:42

434 The GMologist Sessions P3

Big thanks to Karl, Jason and Che. Music was written and recorded by Frank Clark, and is used with his express permission. Interview edited by BOO.

Jan 16, 202223:31

433 The GMologist Sessions P2

Big thanks to Karl. Edited by BOO.

Jan 09, 202232:10

432 The GMologist Sessions

A laid back chat with Karl Rodriguez of "The GMologist Presents". Call ins from the man himself as well as Pit Crew buddies Che Webster (Roleplay Rescue) and Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast) and Joe Richter (Hindsightless). Big thanks to BOO for an awesome debut edit.

Jan 01, 202224:25

431 Grab Bag Goodness!!!

Spikepit training update, Splintered Kingdom, Blinded by the Light, DIY nightmares and more. Big thanks to "Pit Crew" callers Jason and Karl. Enjoy.training

Dec 19, 202119:33

430 Fireside Chat

All sorts of random ramblings from the pit, including "Beyond the Wall RPG" and Shrewsbury during the Norman conquest of England, in this fireside chat episode. Big thanks to my podcasting buddies, BJ (The Arcane Alienist), Karl (The GMologist) and Joe (Hindsightless) for their called in contributions. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Nov 14, 202131:51

429 Splintered Kingdom

News from Spikepit, English History a book recommendation and more...with call ins from my buddies Jason and Karl. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Oct 30, 202117:35

428 Don't split the party!!!

Big thanks to our awesome callers Joe (Hindsightless), Che (Roleplay Rescue), Barney (Loco Ludus) and representing the NZ Pitcrew it's Yvon. My podcast recommendation was "Designed for Life - In conversation with Richard Heayes" If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast.

Oct 09, 202116:34

427 The House of Hell (Fighting Fantasy)

Spikepit reads from Steve Jackson's Fighting Fantasy Gamebook "The House of Hell". If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast. Big thanks to Jason Connerley of Nerd's RPG Variety Cast.

Sep 06, 202105:45

426 City of Thieves (Fighting Fantasy)

Spikepit reads from Ian Livingstone's Fighting Fantasy Gamebook City of Thieves. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast.

Sep 05, 202110:52

425 Into the Pit

An into the pit update. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast.A big thanks to Jason Connerley (Nerd's RPG Variety Cast), Arlen Walker (Live from Pellam's Wasteland) and Anthony (Casting Shadows).

Sep 04, 202110:11

424 Deathtrap Dungeon (Fighting Fantasy Reading)

Spikepit reads from Ian Livingstone's Fighting Fantasy Gamebook, Deathtrap Dungeon. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Sep 03, 202109:47

423 The Citadel of Chaos (Fighting Fantasy Reading)

Spikepit reads from Steve Jackson's Fighting Fantasy Gamebook Citadel of Chaos. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast. Big thanks to Jason Connerley of Nerd's RPG Variety Cast.

Sep 02, 202106:21

422 The Warlock of Firetop Mountain (Fighting Fantasy Reading)

Spikepit reading from The Warlock of Firetop Mountain, a Fighting Fantasy Gamebook, by Steve Jackson and Ian Livingstone. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Sep 01, 202103:25

389 Boardgame Brothers - The Beginnings

In this remix episode I chat with my brother RFED about our fond memories of childhood, starting out and growing up in this awesome hobby that we all share. Music was written and recorded by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions, comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Jul 29, 202134:30

383 Whaaat... getting rid of game book!!!

A BOXING UP recording........Whaaaaaaat!! The game books I'm getting rid of and my reflections. Big thanks to Che Webster (Roleplay Rescue) for his call in contribution. Music was written and recorded by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions, comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, spikepit@pm.me. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Jul 27, 202115:09

387 Lazy DM Prep

Prompted by John and Hanna's recent discussion on Red Dice Diaries I thought I'd remix my Lazy DM episodes. Music was written and recorded by Frank Clark and is used with his express permission. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Jul 25, 202117:59

386 You're a Rule Zero Tyrant!

In this remix Spikepit is letting off steam in relation to rule zero tyranny. If you have any questions comments or concerns regarding this episode, or you would like to discuss supporting the show through sponsorship, please contact me, Colin Green, spikepitpodcast@pm.me Please consider joining the rest of the Pit Crew at https://www.patreon.com/spikepit #spikepitpodcast

Jul 23, 202108:50