The Surly Grognards - Episode Forty Four, "All Games Big and Small"

This week Eric and I discuss some of the strengths and weaknesses of very large and very small RPG groups. We also cover some tips and advice we have for players and GMs in such groups.

If you have any feedback, suggestions (show topic or other) or questions you'd like answered during an episode, please feel free to email us at: surlygrognards@yahoo.com or you can post them on our forums at: http://mechagm.forumer.com

Saturday Kung-Fu Theatre Episode Five!

Our heroes travel to the village of Xiangfa to investigate some mysterious poisonings. Upon arrival, our heroes track the poisoners to a mysterious cave.

Players: Eric Carlson, Nik "Y Ruler of Time" Freeman. Michael "Skitch" Schiciano and WordOnTheWind
GM: Peter "MechaGM" Bowman

The Surly Grognards - Episode Forty Three, "Archetypes"

This week Eric and I talk about various archetypes in roleplaying games. We also discuss some of our favorite ones to play and have as villains in games we're involved in.

If you have any feedback, suggestions (show topic or other) or questions you'd like answered during an episode, please feel free to email us at: surlygrognards@yahoo.com or you can post them on our forums at: http://mechagm.forumer.com

Mutants and Masterminds - Star City Campaign Issue 17

This week our heroes prepare to deal with the alien-controlled Apex and other possibly controlled heroes. Also, they meet a new ally.

Players: Eric Carlson, Gavin "SonikGav" Leaf and Nik "Y Ruler of Time" Freeman, WordOnTheWind
GM: Peter "MechaGM" Bowman
For those who are interested, here is the link to the campaign background document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ybaCziRiCKQ-rX6uwHgkWNDyh1kIr2Vke9tmwg6lm9E/edit

The Surly Grognards - Episode Forty Two, "Role vs Roll"

This week Eric and I discuss the strengths, weaknesses and importance of Roleplay versus "Roll"play. We also touch on some systems that favor one style or the other.

If you have any feedback, suggestions (show topic or other) or questions you'd like answered during an episode, please feel free to email us at: surlygrognards@yahoo.com or you can post them on our forums at: http://mechagm.forumer.com

Mutants and Masterminds - Star City Campaign Issue 16

This week our heroes confront the mind-controlled Hiveminder and his allies. After finding out that Apex may have been converted to the aliens' side, they approach someone unexpected for help.

Players: Eric Carlson, Gavin "SonikGav" Leaf and Nik "Y Ruler of Time" Freeman
GM: Peter "MechaGM" Bowman
For those who are interested, here is the link to the campaign background document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ybaCziRiCKQ-rX6uwHgkWNDyh1kIr2Vke9tmwg6lm9E/edit