HJRP S35E15 | BGE & TTRPG Retailers, Mike’s Origin Story, & PCs that are Too Good

HJRP S35E15 | BGE & TTRPG Retailers, Mike’s Origin Story, & PCs that are Too Good

Author: Happy Jacks RPG Network May 17, 2025 Duration: 1:05:36

◇ BGE & the Retailer perspective, Mike from New York shares his origin story, From the Archive 2019: Wil from Wisconsin tells the tale of a PC who was too good for their game | Hosts: Kimi, Vixie, & Dustin

  • 00:33 – Welcome & Episode Summary |
  • 2:06 – Announcements: Game Daze is going to be May 24th! Sign up to run or play at happyjacks.org/discord | GamEx is coming up memorial day weekend (May 23-26) at the LAX Hilton. We will be doing our live show from there Saturday night |
  • 03:04 – Indie Designer of the Month: Matthew Orr, Creative Director at Wet Ink Games. You can find his work on wetinkgames.com or DriveThruRPG |
  • 06:10 – BGE & the Retailer perspective |
  • 34:05 – Mike from New York shares his origin story |
  • 45:57 – From the Archive 2019: Wil from Wisconsin tells the tale of a PC who was too good for their game |
  • 59:45 – Episode Closing |
  • 01:02:35 – Music |

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Gathering around a table with friends, rolling dice, and getting lost in a shared story is at the heart of the tabletop roleplaying experience, and that's precisely the feeling you'll find with the Happy Jacks RPG Advice Show. From the Happy Jacks RPG Network, this weekly session feels less like a formal broadcast and more like you've pulled up a chair to a lively game night where the conversation just happens to be about RPGs. The crew brings a genuine, unbridled enthusiasm to every topic, blending practical guidance with a lot of humor and the easy rapport of longtime friends. You'll hear diverse perspectives on everything from crafting compelling narratives and managing tricky player dynamics to choosing the perfect system for your group, all delivered with an inclusive and welcoming spirit. It's that unique mix of informative discussion and infectious camaraderie that makes this podcast such a reliable source of both ideas and entertainment. Whether you're a seasoned Game Master navigating a complex campaign or a newcomer looking for a friendly entry point into the hobby, tuning in feels like getting solid advice from people who are just as passionate about the game as you are.
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