Ep. 49 - Spirit Duels with Designer Daniel Miller

Ep. 49 - Spirit Duels with Designer Daniel Miller

Author: hobbies + happiness, LLC May 4, 2022 Duration: 1:02:51
Today we sit down and have a chat with Daniel Miller, the designer of the card and dice game Spirit Duels! Spirit Duels is a fast-paced card game of dice-driven combat. Lead a team of magical creatures known as Spirits into battle against your opponent! Command and evolve your Spirits to gain the advantage in combat and defeat your rivals! We are super excited to be checking out this game and have been having a blast with it. If you haven't yet, go check out the preview and "How to Play" video we did on it over on our YouTube channel, we'll be sure to post it down below. We're excited to be able to chat with Daniel and get to know him a little bit, and talk to him about his experiences in the industry, and learn more about this awesome game! We can't wait to have you check out the interview! Start your Audible trial today and get your free book here: www.audibletrial.com/hobbiesnhappiness Check out our preview video of Spirit Duels: https://youtu.be/cmdNcsgFXxU Back Spirit Duels on Kickstarter today: https://bit.ly/3KbZjhj Learn more about Spirit Duels: https://www.spiritduels.com/ Check out Spirit Duels on BGG: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/299235/spirit-duels Join the Spirit Duels Discord: https://discord.com/invite/FXh5kF5357   Find us on FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/hobbiesandhappiness Find us on Twitter: @_dgcampbell, @jimmorganhnh Find us on Instagram: @daniel.g.campbell, @jimmorganhnh, @hobbies.n.happiness Catch us when we stream on Twitch:  https://www.twitch.tv/hobbiesnhappiness Email us with your gaming memories at hobbiesandhappiness@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/pyBtxzKEaK

Dan and Jim host The Hobbies + Happiness Podcast: A Disney Lorcana Podcast, a weekly conversation dedicated to the shared experience of playing the Disney Lorcana card game with friends. While many focus on competitive one-on-one duels, this show explores the vibrant, chaotic, and strategic world of multiplayer formats. Every episode picks apart a specific topic, from deck-building philosophies tailored for a table of players to the social dynamics that emerge when three or four Illuminees clash. The discussion always circles back to how these multiplayer considerations shape the broader game, influencing card choices and overall strategy. You’ll hear genuine analysis and personal stories about why gathering around a table for a multiplayer game creates a uniquely engaging and fun way to enjoy Lorcana. This isn't just about rules and combos; it's about the laughter, the alliances, and the unexpected moments that make the game memorable. Produced by hobbies + happiness, LLC, the podcast serves as a thoughtful resource for players looking to deepen their enjoyment of Lorcana beyond the standard match, emphasizing how shared hobbies contribute to genuine connection and fun. Tune in for a regular dose of insight that will change how you view your next game night.
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The Hobbies + Happiness Podcast: A Disney Lorcana Podcast
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