Ep. 9 - Components That Elevate Games?

This episode Jamieson (akak MrGnarKills) and I chat all about out favourite board game components and how we think they elevate out experience with a game. and maybe some that detract from the experience instead!

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https://linktr.ee/Lets_Quest

Channels/Websites Mentioned -
https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/SimpleGameDesigns
https://www.youtube.com/@teamcovenant

Chapters:
00:03 Hello and d20 guest question

06:06 what we've been playing lately

12:30 Main Topic: Components That Elevate Games

47:00 and maybe some that detract?

56:34 Custom Components

01:00:09 Gamemaster's Mailbag: Dylan H

01:14:26 Final Thoughts and Game Suggestions

Video clip credits:

Music by Kevin MacLeod under Creative Commons License -

"Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

"Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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In this episode, Luke (aka Rookandrole) and I talk all about telling stories together with friends.. and not just what happens to the characters.. but also building out the world they're living in!

Watch out for Luke's D&D hot take and Andy's very* special Game Masters Mailbag!

GAME MASTER'S MAILBAG Questionnaire -> https://g9hgn8f7iq3.typeform.com/to/Wo7FVFa7

https://linktr.ee/Lets_Quest

Channels/Websites Mentioned -
Luke's writings on itch.io
https://rook-and-role.itch.io/

May You Fish in Interesting Times
https://aryl-ether.itch.io/fishintimes

Mystery Quest

Push The Roll - http://pushtheroll.com/

Dropout.tv


Chapters:

00:00 Intro to Luke aka Rookandrole

11:45 Exploring Unique RPG Systems

21:17 Exploring Silver Bayonet: A Unique RPG Experience

25:26 Main Topic: Collaborative World Building in TTRPGs

57:20 Innovative Games and Their Impact on Storytelling

57:27 Game Master's Mailbag - Ben D

57:33 Oops All Bens: A Unique Mailbag Experience

Video clip credits:

Music by Kevin MacLeod under Creative Commons License -

"Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

"Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License

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In today’s episode, Marty and I sit down to chat about all things cinema.. in board games. Being an editor irl, Marty has an eye for cinema and finds the story and drama of games really interesting. Can you think of the most dramatic & cinematic moment of a board game you've experienced at the table?

...So, roll the cameras, sound speed, and Let's Quest!"

GAME MASTER'S MAILBAG Questionnaire -> https://g9hgn8f7iq3.typeform.com/to/Wo7FVFa7

https://linktr.ee/Lets_Quest

Channels/Websites Mentioned -
No Rolls Barred
Mystery Quest
Funhaus
- https://youtu.be/Z4sh05THl8I?si=hnYXv5Pn9sdqleXj

Chapters:

00:31 Welcome Marty

10:15 Can Board Games create cinematic moments?

46:44 Movie franchises that would make good board games

53:59 Game Master's Mailbag

Video clip credits:

Music by Kevin MacLeod under Creative Commons License -

"Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

"Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License

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Someone told me I need more salacious episode titles!

..but behind the clickbait question my guest Cam and I have a really great discussion all about tabletop simulators and what their place is in the hobby. We delve into the pros and the cons of the digital versions of our beloved games!

My editing software was on the blink so not many images of videos for this one! ..also at 1mil followers we'll do a face reveal of a Cam*.

*maybe not this Cam though.

#boardgames #tabletop #tts #tabletopsiumulator #boardgamearena

GAME MASTER'S MAILBAG Questionnaire -> https://g9hgn8f7iq3.typeform.com/to/Wo7FVFa7

https://linktr.ee/Lets_Quest

Chapters:

00:41 Hello and intro to Cam

09:14 Recent Games Played and Their Mechanics

16:36 Topic Of The Week: Why buy boardgames when tabletop simulators exist?

31:39 Are board games too expensive?

43:43 The Game Master's Mailbag - Ben D

Music by Kevin MacLeod under Creative Commons License -

"Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

"Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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Does winning boards games matter to the people that play them?

If not, what's most important? Does it feel bad to lose?

On this episode, Matt and I chat all about it and he explains how it's all fun and games until you're playing in a tournament!

Do you know any poor losers? Have you played many games at a competitive level? We'd love to hear from you!

#boardgames #tabletop #wargaming

GAME MASTER'S MAILBAG Questionnaire -> https://g9hgn8f7iq3.typeform.com/to/Wo7FVFa7

https://linktr.ee/Lets_Quest

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction to the Podcast
00:41 - Hello and intro to Matt!

04:40 - Does Winning Matter In Board Games?

44:43 - Game Master's Mailbag!

Video clip credits:

- thunder road ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5TZE8NzcmQ
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Music by Kevin MacLeod under Creative Commons License -

"Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

"Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License

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Ep.4 - What is a 'gateway' game?

In this episode, my wonderful wife, Lauren joins me to chat about what we consider a gateway game is in the hobby. Do all gateway games have to be lightweight? Do they have to be quick to play? Should you let new players win?!?

She also tells us some of her favourites that brought her into loving board game hobby. ❤️🎲

GAME MASTER'S MAILBAG Questionnaire -> https://g9hgn8f7iq3.typeform.com/to/Wo7FVFa7

Channels/Websites Mentioned -

https://linktr.ee/Lets_Quest

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

00:41 Meet Lauren

16:33 Topic Of The Week: What is a Gateway game?

51:33 The Game Master's Mailbag

Video clip credits:

- MTG ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nNuG0wx0fU

- western legends ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbX-Wrwl27Q

- mythic mischief ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJLhUZVNXYo

- star wars rebellion ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=stmKvAKM5TY

- dice Throne ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=js_cZrv6cZY

- sky team ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6rBv6bvBbss

- betrayal ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gsK6dbD0ec

- station fall ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGeqrajj8Ls

- flip 7 ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rd2NQpI36cg

- thunder road ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5TZE8NzcmQ

Music by Kevin MacLeod under Creative Commons License -

"Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

"Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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Ep.3 - Dice In Games: The Ultimate Chaos Engine

In this episode Marty, aka 'The Immersed and Confused' of my board game group joins me to chat about Dice in board games. Those chaotic boxy bones! Are they the ultimate engines for chaos? the perfect simulation of the randomness? or are they just really frustrating?

GAME MASTER'S MAILBAG Questionnaire -> https://g9hgn8f7iq3.typeform.com/to/Wo7FVFa7

Channels/Websites Mentioned -

https://linktr.ee/Lets_Quest

Chapters
00:00 Welcome fellow adventurers!
00:41 Intro to Marty!

10:42 Dice in games: The Ultimate Chaos Generators

25:10 The Role of Dice in Game Mechanics

36:21 Exploring War Games: Silver Bayonets and Strategy

49:01 The Game Master's Mailbag

Video clip credits

- Nemesis - Awaken Realms

- Skate Summer - https://www.meeplemountain.com/reviews/skate-summer/
Silver Bayonet - https://www.wargamer.com/the-silver-bayonet/review
- Dead Of Winter - https://www.youtube.com/@Oniro

- Arkham Horror TCG - FFG

Music by Kevin MacLeod under Creative Commons License -

"Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

"Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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Episode 2 - What makes a Board Game immersive?

In this episode Jamieson, aka 'The Gamer' of my board game group sits down to chat with me all about immersion in board games. How can these games of cardboard, wood and plastic transport us to fantastical worlds and sci fi scenarios? And what are some of our favourites?

GAME MASTER'S MAILBAG Questionnaire -> https://g9hgn8f7iq3.typeform.com/to/Wo7FVFa7

Channels Mentioned - https://www.youtube.com/@rtfm

https://linktr.ee/Lets_Quest

Chapters
00:00 - Start
00:41 - Welcome Jamieson!

03:53 - What we've been playing lately - Slay The Spire

15:12 - What makes a Board Game immersive?

32:40 - What game isn't as thematic as you thought it would be?

40:30 - The Game Master's Mailbag

Video clip credits

- Slay The Spire - Contention Games + MEGACRIT
- Shackleton Base - RTFM - https://youtu.be/-hhpQxiQxJY?si=0wvqEOxsX9l5tKFn
- Western Legends - Kolossal Games
- Return To Dark Tower - Restoration Games

- Hit The Silk - Escape Plan

- Nemesis - Awaken Realms
- Blood On The Clocktower - https://bloodontheclocktower.com/
- Apex Legends - Glass Cannon Unplugged - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6m6Rccyqvj4

Music by Kevin MacLeod under Creative Commons License -

"Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

"Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License

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