Cannibal Halfling Radio Episode 18: Master Rules

Cannibal Halfling Radio Episode 18: Master Rules

Author: Cannibal Halfling Gaming September 12, 2022 Duration: 1:05:26
The game master rules, but what rules them? How do many games leave the one running the game out in the cold, what kind of rules do other games assign to them, and what is gained in the process? Seamus and Aaron try to figure it out! What We Talk About & Further Reading: Looking … Continue reading Cannibal Halfling Radio Episode 18: Master Rules

There's a particular kind of conversation that happens around a table, dice rattling in the background, where ideas about fantasy worlds and complex game mechanics collide. That's the space Cannibal Halfling Radio occupies. Coming from the ENnie-nominated team at Cannibal Halfling Gaming, this podcast digs into the vast and ever-evolving landscape of tabletop roleplaying games. It's less about reviewing the latest releases and more about pulling apart the threads of how these games work, why they captivate us, and what happens when we play them. You'll hear discussions that range from deep dives into specific systems and settings to broader topics about storytelling, character creation, and the unique culture of the hobby. The tone is thoughtful yet accessible, aimed at both seasoned game masters and newcomers curious about what lies beyond the starter set. Each episode feels like joining an ongoing dialogue among friends who are genuinely passionate about the art and craft of roleplaying. For anyone who finds themselves thinking about their game long after the session ends, this podcast offers a welcome extension of that creative energy.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 10

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Cannibal Halfling Radio Ep. 25 – Finely Aged Business [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:53
Well, we didn’t want to call it ‘stale’… because it’s not, not really! This chat episode was recorded last year, so a lot has happened since, but there’s still some good stuff here about licenses, bundles, system referen…
Cannibal Halfling Radio Episode 22 – Now Playing: DIE Pt 3 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:28
Four friends who drifted apart came back to play a game together for old times’ sake, only to find themselves becoming their characters. Jay the gamemaster has vanished, leaving Fitz, Evelyn, and Max wondering exactly wh…
Cannibal Halfling Radio Episode 21 – Now Playing: DIE Pt 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:19
Last time, we learned about the lives of Jay, Fitz, Evelyn, and Max – who they were in high school, the gaming group they formed together, how their lives didn’t exactly go according to plan since. As the gamemaster kick…
Cannibal Halfling Radio Episode 20 – Now Playing: DIE Pt 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:50
Jay, Fitz, Max, and Evelyn gather together for their high school reunion, and to revisit the tabletop roleplaying game that they played together so many years ago. There’s going to be quite a bit more emotional bleed tha…
Cannibal Halfling Radio Episode 19: In-game Incentives [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:23:42
How do you encourage players to engage with the game? How do you bribe, er, guide them into certain habits? How can the players do the same for the GM? Where do designers fit in all of this? Aki, Aaron, and Seamus are pl…
Cannibal Halfling Radio Episode 17: Looking For Players [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:18:17
Aaron, Geni, and Seamus take on the task of getting new players into the hobby – recruitment methods, mechanical choices, potential pitfalls, and what actually makes someone stick around in the first place. Further Readi…
Cannibal Halfling Radio Episode 16: Going Independent [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:55
Where is the line between traditional and indie games, and what does it mean? Who is running the show in a game that has no master? How can you make your storytelling a solo affair? How can you find the indie game that’s…