#267 Pre-GenCon Panel - Soundtrack of Horror

#267 Pre-GenCon Panel - Soundtrack of Horror

Author: Derek Day July 28, 2024 Duration: 1:13:29
Our guests, Nox, Peercy, and Will Uhl talk with Crystal about how music can create a backdrop of tension and act as a storyteller. Building the perfect soundscape can help immerse players into your game quickly, creating tension and even providing a break after intense scenes. So, how do you put together a soundtrack? What are your favorite songs to add to your lists? Where do you find your music? Soundtrack of Horror Playlist on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHeWgL7xJvAR0TTuZv8D3TzKp0aPchKer&si=bc_-P8Qwp7CRomh5 Moderator - Crystal Mazur (she/her/mx) Panelist- Will Uhl (They/Them), Wesley "Nox" Crowe (He/They), Jason M. Peercy (any) Guest Social Media Wesley “Nox” Crowe @eatenbypotchky on all socials Kids on Bikes 2nd Edition main stage panel at noon on Saturday at Gen Con The Business of TTRPGS panel at Gen Con - Friday at noon Movie Recs Rosemary’s Baby (1968) The Exorcist (1973) Tromeo and Juliet  (1996) Technical Recs Alchemy RPG Foreteller Games SyrinScape Envato Elements Jason M. Peercy Portfolio Accidental Cyclops Curious Alien Productions Synthas Room 101 Will Uhl willuhl.itch.io The Walls Will Swallow You Mystic Lilies Use DJ software in your tabletop RPGs! Be sure to check us out on Facebook or through our Discord server https://discord.gg/GGuRKAn. To stay up to date, subscribe through iTunes or Spotify!             Links For This Episode:   Darker Days Linktree: https://linktr.ee/DarkerDaysRadio Darker Days Discord: https://discord.gg/GGuRKAn

Derek Day hosts Darker Days Radio, a podcast that settles into the shadowy corners of horror tabletop roleplaying. This isn't just a series of reviews, though you'll find thoughtful critiques of games and supplements within its episodes. The focus rests on immersive conversations and interviews that dig into the themes and mechanics of the genres that thrive after sunset. Regular discussions center on the personal horror and political intrigue of the World of Darkness, the modern mysteries of Chronicles of Darkness, and the grim, perilous futures of the Warhammer RPGs. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair at a dimly lit table where the talk is as much about atmosphere and storytelling as it is about rulebooks. The result is a deep, engaging resource for players and Game Masters looking to inject more tension and narrative depth into their own games. Tuning into this podcast offers a consistent dive into the communities and creative minds behind these iconic settings, making it an essential listen for anyone who finds their best stories are told by candlelight or the glow of a guttering lumen. It’s about the craft and the community surrounding these darkly fantastic games.
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Duration: 45:53
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Duration: 47:57
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