RPG XRAY
A look inside what makes RPGs tick. We discuss the "moving parts" of what makes table top role playing games fun and successful. What creates those moments of "great play?" Join us for our deep dives into the rules, systems, and settings of TTRPGs!
Podcasting since 2023 • 15 episodes
RPG XRAY
Latest Episodes
015 Randomness
This episode’s topic is randomness. Chance is a core part of nearly all roleplaying games, but why is it fun? Can you have a valuable RPG without it? Does randomness increase or decrease the quality of stories at the table? Join us as we find o...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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1:01:41
014 Classes
This episode’s topic is classes. Wizard, thief, fighter, rogue! We all know the tropes of classic fantasy RPGs but how have these evolved over time? What is the benefit of a class and how do classless RPG systems compare to a more traditional a...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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1:07:17
013 Railroading
In this episode of RPG Ex-Ray, hosts Brendan Power, Jason Beaumont, and Erik Saltwell dive deep into the art and science of railroading in tabletop role-playing games.Our main discussion in the episode is railroading—when and how it's ap...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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