Darker Days Radio

Mike, Chigg, and Matt tackle the World of Darkness and Chronicles of Darkness head on! The trio starts of with an in-depth analysis of Dark Ages: Mage, exploring perhaps the best magic system ever put out by White Wolf or Onyx Path. Then Mike presents the legendary cursed peak of Nyanga in Eastern Zimbabwe. Finally, Matt digs into The Pure, illustrating their strengths and weaknesses, and explaining how they might be used in Werewolf: the Forsaken 2nd edition. Special thanks to Occam's Laser for providing new music for our intro, outro, and bumpers. Note: This episode was recorded prior to the latest actions by White Wolf Publishing. Our thoughts on that matter will be presented in an upcoming episode. Be sure to check us out on Facebook or through our Google Plus Community. To stay up to date, subscribe through iTunes! Links For This Episode: Yukari's Etsy: Art Of Yukari Chris's Spaceship Game: Noble Armada 3rd Edition Chris on Beasts of War playing Kingdom Death: Monster World of Darkness: Berlin: http://www.worldofdarkness.berlin/ Event Facebook Page

Mike and Chris are joined by Bjarke, Johanna, and Juhana - the organizers of the upcoming World of Darkness: Berlin fan festival. We discuss an array of subjects, from the premium live action events they are planning, as well as contests, workshops, and tabletop gaming action. Join us for this formative World of Darkness event on May 10-14, 2017. After the interview, Chris and Mike wrap up the holiday episode by discussing the dread Yule Cat of Iceland. Be sure to check us out on Facebook or through our Google Plus Community. To stay up to date, subscribe through iTunes! Links For This Episode: Yukari's Etsy: Art Of Yukari Chris's Spaceship Game: Noble Armada 3rd Edition Chris on Beasts of War playing Kingdom Death: Monster World of Darkness: Berlin: http://www.worldofdarkness.berlin/ Event Facebook Page

The Frequency Shift will be episodes of Network Zero where we talk about other games close to our hearts. In this episode Chris and James talk about Kingdom Death: Monster, and focus on the Butcher, and the first few story events. Check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Music provided by Occams Laser https://occamslaser.bandcamp.com/ , from the track "Majestic 12" from the album "Occult 86", https://occamslaser.bandcamp.com/album/occult-86 Occams Laser can be found on facebook. Beasts of War links will be here when they are live.

Mike and Chigg tackle Charnel Houses of Europe: The Shoah for Wraith: the Oblivion. It's a dark book requiring serious discussion. Be sure to listen to this episode with the lights on. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links For This Episode: White Wolf Grand Masquerade Keynote: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p9ezN0vwKhA White Wolf Grand Masquerade Q&A: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fhpXrrLBsI Chris, David and Sam head up a new, NWoD centric podcast: http://networkzero.podbean.com/ Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/ Shadowsworn Radio Hour: https://soundcloud.com/theshadowswornradiohour Mike's History Podcast: http://roxlabs.net/unbuttoned/episodes/

In this Darkling we interview Simon Berman. Simon recently finished his time at Privateer Press and has established Strix Publishing. Currently Simon is running the Kickstarter campaign for a book that will be published by Strix Publishing - APOCRYPHA: The Art of Jason Soles. Jason Soles some may know already is lead developer at Privateer Press, for the games Warmachine, Hordes, and Iron Kingdoms RPG. Jason is also one of the creators of Unhallowed Metropolis. So sit back and listen to us talk all about Strix Publishing, APOCRYPHA, Jason Soles, and the future for Strix. (please ignore the pause in the audio at the 45 min mark or so - missing audio will be fixed later.) Links: Strix Publishing: http://www.strixpublishing.com/ APOCRYPHA Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/aeeth/apocrypha-the-art-of-jason-soles Chris, David and Sam head up a new, NWoD centric podcast: http://networkzero.podbean.com/ Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/ Shadowsworn Radio Hour: https://soundcloud.com/theshadowswornradiohour Mike's History Podcast: http://roxlabs.net/unbuttoned/episodes/

Blood Suckers Chris, Sam, and David discuss the new 2nd edition of Vampire the Requiem, looking at some of the new systems, the Strix, and inspiration from vampire film, tv and books. In the Kirlian Camera segment, they look at the following films; Interview with the Vampire Near Dark Ultraviolet Being Human The Hunger and more. For all the info for the upcoming White Wolf Convention of Thorns LARP event, there is a pdf, why not have a read. Claus gives us some insight into the Convention of Thorns. Want to play a Vampire the Masquerade Nordic LARP in Berlin? Check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links for this episode: Contact White Wolf Publishing: http://www.whitewolf-publishing.com/ Contact Onyx Path Publishing: http://theonyxpath.com/ Darker Days Radio: www.darker-days.org Darker Days Radio Blog: http://darkerdaysradio.blogspot.com Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/ Shadowsworn Radio Hour: https://soundcloud.com/theshadowswornradiohour Mike's History Podcast: http://roxlabs.net/unbuttoned/episodes/ Twisted Tales Events: http://twistedtalesevents.blogspot.co.uk/ Sam's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therecentlypossessed/ Music provided by Occams Laser https://occamslaser.bandcamp.com/ , from the track "Majestic 12" from the album "Occult 86", https://occamslaser.bandcamp.com/album/occult-86 Occams Laser can be found on facebook.

The Frequency Shift will be episodes of Network Zero where we talk about other games close to our hearts. (Also helps make up for waiting for our next main episode - 2 weeks time we record it!) In this episode Chris and James talk about Kingdom Death: Monster, and focus on the first hunt, the White Lion and making your initial items. (Sorry for the audio issues in the initial 10 minutes or so). This weekend we will be at the UK Games Expo. Check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Music provided by Occams Laser https://occamslaser.bandcamp.com/ , from the track "Majestic 12" from the album "Occult 86", https://occamslaser.bandcamp.com/album/occult-86 Occams Laser can be found on facebook.

Chris, Chigg and Matt delve into Beast the Primordial, and take a critical eye to the game. For the Secret Frequency we have a look at the Pope Lick Monster. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links For This Episode: Chris, David and Sam head up a new, NWoD centric podcast: http://networkzero.podbean.com/ Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/ Shadowsworn Radio Hour: https://soundcloud.com/theshadowswornradiohour Mike's History Podcast: http://roxlabs.net/unbuttoned/episodes/

The Frequency Shift will be episodes of Network Zero where we talk about other games close to our hearts. In this episode Chris and James talk about Kingdom Death: Monster. Check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Music provided by Occams Laser https://occamslaser.bandcamp.com/ , from the track "Majestic 12" from the album "Occult 86", https://occamslaser.bandcamp.com/album/occult-86 Occams Laser can be found on facebook.

Mike, Chris, and James are joined by legendary game designers Andy Chambers and Tuomas Pirinen. This episode's discussion explores game mechanics design and how it reinforces the narrative of play, as well as how mechanics can be altered to change the intended gameplay. Special discussion is of course reserved for the classic Games Workshop games Necromunda, Battlefleet Gothic, and Mordheim! Check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links for this episode: Andy's New Dark Deeds Game: http://www.gamesandgears.co.uk/DarkDeedsGame.aspx Chris, David and Sam head up a new, NWoD centric podcast: http://networkzero.podbean.com/ Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/ Shadowsworn Radio Hour: https://soundcloud.com/theshadowswornradiohour Mike's History Podcast: http://roxlabs.net/unbuttoned/episodes/

The Frequency Shift will be episodes of Network Zero where we talk about other games close to our hearts. In this episode Chris and James talk about Kingdom Death: Monster, and focus on the Screaming Antelope, innovations, and making gear from the antelope. Check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Music provided by Occams Laser https://occamslaser.bandcamp.com/ , from the track "Majestic 12" from the album "Occult 86", https://occamslaser.bandcamp.com/album/occult-86 Occams Laser can be found on facebook.

The Devil You Know Chris, and David discuss Inferno, a book from 1st edition, but that is still filled with lots of excellent ideas for games. We discuss using demons in your games, and suggestions on ways to make use of the book in Chronicles of Darkness 2nd Ed. In the Kirlian Camera segment, they look at the following films; Constantine Rosemary's Baby The House of the Devil Hellraiser Devil Fallen and more. For all the info for the upcoming White Wolf Convention of Thorns LARP event, there is a pdf, why not have a read. Claus gives us some insight into the Convention of Thorns. Want to play a Vampire the Masquerade Nordic LARP in Berlin? Check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links for this episode: Contact White Wolf Publishing: http://www.whitewolf-publishing.com/ Contact Onyx Path Publishing: http://theonyxpath.com/ Darker Days Radio: www.darker-days.org Darker Days Radio Blog: http://darkerdaysradio.blogspot.com Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/ Shadowsworn Radio Hour: http://fullmetalrpg.com/ Mike's History Podcast: http://roxlabs.net/unbuttoned/episodes/ Twisted Tales Events: http://twistedtalesevents.blogspot.co.uk/ Sam's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therecentlypossessed/ Music provided by Occams Laser https://occamslaser.bandcamp.com/ , from the track "Majestic 12" from the album "Occult 86", https://occamslaser.bandcamp.com/album/occult-86 Occams Laser can be found on facebook.

Urban Horror Chris, Sam, and David discuss the new 2nd edition of Chronicles of Darkness, looking at some of the new systems and the premium POD book. In the Kirlian Camera segment, they look at the following films; The Mothman Prophecies It Follows Candyman Midnight Meat Train The Ring For all the info for the upcoming White Wolf Convention of Thorns LARP event, there is a pdf, why not have a read. Claus gives us some insight into the Convention of Thorns. Want to play a Vampire the Masquerade Nordic LARP in Berlin? Check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links for this episode: Contact White Wolf Publishing: http://www.whitewolf-publishing.com/ Contact Onyx Path Publishing: http://theonyxpath.com/ Darker Days Radio: www.darker-days.org Darker Days Radio Blog: http://darkerdaysradio.blogspot.com Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/ Shadowsworn Radio Hour: https://soundcloud.com/theshadowswornradiohour Mike's History Podcast: http://roxlabs.net/unbuttoned/episodes/ Twisted Tales Events: http://twistedtalesevents.blogspot.co.uk/ Sam's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therecentlypossessed/

Chris, and Matt are joined by Tia, artist and Nordic LARPer, who recently participated in the first of the new White Wolf Nordic LARPs, "End of Line". She takes the time to give us some insight into Nordic LARP, and an overview of her experience in the End of Line event. For Tia's own excellent artwork, it can be found here. For all the info for the upcoming Convention of Thorns LARP event, there is a pdf, why not have a read. Claus gives us some insight into the Convention of Thorns. Want to be a vampire in Berlin? Check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Into MET LARP? Click the links below to get the pdfs. Links for this episode: Contact White Wolf Publishing: http://www.whitewolf-publishing.com/ Chris, David and Sam head up a new, NWoD centric podcast: http://networkzero.podbean.com/ Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/ Shadowsworn Radio Hour: https://soundcloud.com/theshadowswornradiohour Mike's History Podcast: http://roxlabs.net/unbuttoned/episodes/

Mike, Chris, and Chigg are joined by the luminaries of By Night Studios. CEO Jason the Elder, Lead Editor Jennifer "Loopy," and Developer Jason the Younger walk listeners through the basics of Mind's Eye Theater live action role-play and highlight the differences between older editions and their new books. The guests dig deep into Mind's Eye Theater Vampire and Werewolf, presenting epic events from past LARPs and discussing their newest plans. In particular, By Night Studios is excited to present some of their plans for the upcoming Grand Masquerade 2016, September 1st-3rd in New Orleans! Check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links for this episode: Contact By Night Studios: http://www.bynightstudios.com/about-us/ Contact White Wolf Publishing: http://www.whitewolf-publishing.com/ The Bitten Clarification: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bynightstudios/minds-eye-theatre-werewolf-the-apocalypse/posts/1502415 Chris, David and Sam head up a new, NWoD centric podcast: http://networkzero.podbean.com/ Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/ Shadowsworn Radio Hour: https://soundcloud.com/theshadowswornradiohour Mike's History Podcast: http://roxlabs.net/unbuttoned/episodes/

Mike, Chris, and Matt discuss the latest news and interviews about White Wolf Publishing. Following a lengthy news update, Mike presents the classic Vampire: the Masquerade sourcebook Dark Colony covering the region of New England. Next, the crew explores a secret frequency on La Mancha Negra in Venezuela. Finally, Chris and Matt examine Heirs to Hell, a Demon: the Descent sourcebook about the offspring of the unchained. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links for this episode: Chris, David and Sam head up a new, NWoD centric podcast: http://networkzero.podbean.com/ Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/ Shadowsworn Radio Hour: https://soundcloud.com/theshadowswornradiohour Darker Days Radio Blog: http://darkerdaysradio.blogspot.com Mike's History Podcast: http://roxlabs.net/unbuttoned/episodes/

Note: This episode was recorded before the latest White Wolf interviews on February 13-15th. Darker Days intends to record a new darkling in two weeks time to discuss the latest updates. Mike, Chris, Matt, and Chigg return with the righteous rage of Gaia to discuss the new White Wolf Publishing, a subsidiary of Paradox Interactive. The crew discusses all the news from interviews and Tenebrae Noctis presentations, and throws in some of their own pure conjecture. To round out the episode, Chris presents a secret frequency on the Hollow Earth. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links for this episode: Chris, David and Sam head up a new, NWoD centric podcast: http://networkzero.podbean.com/ Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/ Darker Days Radio Blog: http://darkerdaysradio.blogspot.com Mike's History Podcast: http://roxlabs.net/unbuttoned/episodes/

Mike, Chris, and James dive into a host of secret frequency tales about Ghost Ships, followed by a review of Book of the Deceived, for Mummy the Curse, and finishing up with a bonus segment as Chris and James talk about Kingdom Death: Monster Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links for this episode: Chris, David and Sam head up a new, NWoD centric podcast: http://networkzero.podbean.com/ Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/ Darker Days Radio Blog: http://darkerdaysradio.blogspot.com

Chris and Sam (Darker Days Radio) are joined by David (Twisted Tales) to explore the weird and horror filled worlds of White Wolf/Onyx Path/Paradox Interactive. In particular the focus will be on the "Chronicles of Darkness" - formerly "New World of Darkness"- game lines; Vampire the Requiem, Werewolf the Forsaken, Mage the Awakening, Promethean the Created, Changeling the Lost, Hunter the Vigil, Geist the Sin-Eater, Mummy the Curse, Demon the Descent, and Beast the Primordial. Think of this episode as a "get to know us", and that future episodes will take on a more focused structure.

Executive producer and Mage guru Mark Hope is joined by gaming veterans Mark Pryce and Noam Yanai to explore the biggest World of Darkness rulebook yet, Mage: the Ascension 20th Anniversary Edition. They cover mechanics, story, and even metaplot in a detailed review and field questions from World of Darkness fans across the internet. Interested in hearing more Mark? Check out some of his episodes with our friends at Midnight Express Podcast!

Mike, Chris, and Matt discuss the newest upcoming World of Darkness books announced at Gencon. Tonight's secret frequency discusses the conspiracy theory of Chemtrails.

Real Talk Time: We discuss the ongoing changes to Beast: the Primordial this episode. It's a controversial topic that we attempt to discuss in a balanced manner, but due to time limitations on this already monstrous episode we are unable to cover every aspect of the debate. We encourage listeners to check out the updated Beast material HERE to draw their own conclusions. Mike, Chris, and Matt take an epic three hour journey into the World of Darkness. Mike presents some of the sample signature characters from Hunter: Wayward, followed by Chris's secret frequency on the Spaceship Graveyard. Matt leads a discussion of the new Werewolf: the Forsaken Second Edition and then all three contribute to a discussion of the controversial new game Beast: the Primordial, now on kickstarter.

Mike and Chigg discuss the classic Vampire prop book Revelations of the Dark Mother.

Roll up! Roll up! The Midnight Circus is in town, bending the laws of reality and spiriting folk off into the night. In this episode the hosts cover the latest World of Darkness news (http://theonyxpath.com/) and then dive into a review of the CWoD book Midnight Circus They discuss how the book could be used for supporting cross-over games, and what elements could be re-used at your table. The Secret Frequency covers the phenomenon of Cargo Cults (everything is better with cults) and then wraps up with the NWoD - specifically how to use Midnight Circus for your nWoD games. We also mentioned the book Blood Nativity, published under license through Atlas Games in 1991. Links For This Episode: Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/

Mike, Chris, and Chigg are joined by Darker Days Radio Werewolf Correspondent, Matt! Mike and Matt tackle the early Werewolf sourcebook Rage Across Russia, redeeming the problematic book with some enigmatic assistance from Chigg. Following that, Mike presents a secret frequency on the slavic holy text, The Book of Veles. For the New World of Darkness, Chris discusses what we've learned so far about Mage: the Awakening 2nd Edition. Finally, the crew answers a few mailbag questions. This episode has poor audio quality because Skype is terrible. We are working to resolve this next episode. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links For This Episode: Matt Reviews Rage Across Australia: http://tradwiki.foxxtrot.net/index.php/FATAL_%26_Friends:_R-S#Rage_Across_Australia_.28by_Kurieg.29 Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/

Mike, Chris, and Chigg discuss the Wraith 20th Kickstarter and what it portends for Changeling 20th. Following that, Chris presents a secret frequency on Jack Frost. Finally, Chris and Mike discuss Flowers of Hell, the players guide for Demon: the Descent. This episode was released a tad late due to internet issues. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes!

Mike, Chris, and Chigg are joined by Brice, and delve into the Warhammer World. The history of the Warhammer World is examined, looking at many of the key events that shape the iconic setting, and make it ripe for roleplay games. Expect tangents into specific games like Mordheim, Dreadfleet, and others, plus discussion about why the Warhammer World merges high fantasy with gritty low fantasy. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes!

Mike, Chris, and Chigg are joined by Onyx Path editor, Growling Door Games owner, and all around game design legend Michelle Lyons-McFarland! Michelle shares some great anecdotes about her time at FASA Inc., discusses Splintered City: Seattle, and provides a few hints about the Promethean 2nd Edition playtest. Mike presents a secret frequency on Rudolph Fentz, a man who died and should never have existed. Michelle finishes off the episode with a discussion of Chill 3rd Edition, a classic horror roleplaying game that will soon be available again. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links for this episode: Chill 3rd Edition: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/playattentiongames/chill-3rd-edition-a-horror-roleplaying-game Twisted Tales Interview: http://twistedtalesevents.blogspot.com/2014/09/darker-days-radio-mike-andryuk-chris.html Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/ GM Jam: http://www.playontarget.com/in-our-sights-changeling-the-lost-special-episode-3/ Hitting on Threes: http://hittingon3s.libsyn.com/hittingon3s-presents-a-special-old-man-wargaming-interview

Season 6 begins where the epic Season 5 cliffhanger left off. Mike hangs from a chasm cliff with only his finger tips. Chris faces off against the 8th deathlord, Nagash. And Chigg stands in the underworld halls alone, his plasma pack blinking on empty. On this episode, the hosts reunite from their dangerous situations to discuss cool new World of Darkness books announced at GenCon. After that, Mike presents his skeleton from the closet, The Tremere Chronicle for Vampire: the Masquerade. The trio then delves into a secret frequency covering lost Russian cosmonauts. Finally, Chris presents his own skeleton, Momento Mori for Geist: the Sin-Eaters. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links for this episode: Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/ Dave Brookshaw on Fallen World Chronicle: http://theonyxpath.com/addicted-to-mysteries/ Onyx Path 2015 Brochure: http://rpg.drivethrustuff.com/product/133632/Onyx-Path-20142015-Publishing-Brochure

Sam and Michelle head up a brand new Darker Days Darkling series, looking at horror in all forms and media, gaming, and gaming as women. Chris joins them to ask questions and to hit record. This episode looks at what made us weird, favourite horror films, and how we feel horror movies have evolved. Expect bad language, content of an adult nature, and irreverent humour. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes!

Mike, Chris, and Chigg finish up Darker Days Season 5 with the traditional Wraith episode. This time they look at factions of Wraith - primarily The Hierarchy, Renegades, and Heretics. Next Chris presents a Secret Frequency on structures and ruins that predate known human civilizations. Finally, the three dig into Cursed Necropolis: DC, the first setting book for Mummy: the Cursed. Congratulations to the three winners of the most recent Darker Days contest. We'll be having the Classic World of Darkness themed segment in the future. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links for this episode: Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/ Dave Brookshaw on Fallen World Chronicle: http://theonyxpath.com/addicted-to-mysteries/ Dark Ages Laibon: http://theonyxpath.com/v20-dark-ages-laibon/

Executive Producer Mark Hope hits the airwaves once more to present a thorough review of the Mage: the Ascension 20th Anniversary Edition Quickstart Rules. Mark specifically discusses common pitfalls that new players and experienced storytellers may run into with these cursory rules, making this a necessary overview for all gamers. There are only a few days left for the Darker Days contest - email us what you think the new New World of Darkness game will be! Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links for this episode: Mage 20 Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/200664283/deluxe-mage-the-ascension-20th-anniversary-edition Mage 20 FAQ: http://theonyxpath.com/mage-the-ascension-20th-anniversary-edition-faq-part-1/

Mike, Chris, and Chigg decide to cover some easy, light-hearted subject matter this episode - faeries and demons. First the trio kick of the episode with a new contest and discuss the latest World of Darkness material. Then, Chigg answers some of Wendell_Burke's questions regarding the chimerical complexities of Changeling: the Dreaming. Following that, Mike presents an Operation Wandering Soul secret frequency. Finally, Chris discusses the rules and mechanics of Demon: the Descent, the newest Storytelling Game. Darker Days Contest: What do you think the new New World of Darkness game line will be? Send your entry to [email protected] Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links for this episode: Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/ Orbis Aerden: Reign of the Accursed: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2092558243/orbis-aerden-reign-of-the-accursed

Mike, Chris, and Chigg are back in action with new episode. First the trio tackle the the hard news of World of Darkness Online's cancellation. In the Classic World of Darkness segment, Chigg and Mike discuss the new Conventionbook: Void Engineers. The Secret Frequency explores the phantom timeline hypothesis. Finally, Chris and Mike discuss the new Blood & Smoke chronicle book for Vampire: the Requiem. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links for this episode: Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/

Mike, Chris, and Chigg said they were going to do a quick episode... and then it turned into a two hour medley. The dark trinity begins by discussing the new podcast Midnight Express, hosted by World of Darkness fan legends, Adrian Stagg and Stephen Nurse. Following that, the Secret Frequency explores what dark things might lay beneath Seattle. Finally, the core of the show is discussing the Mage 20th Anniversary Edition kickstarter, following the FAQs provided by Satyros Phil Brucato. Congratulations to our Blood & Smoke winner, and thank you to everyone that participated! Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links for this episode: Midnight Express: http://midnightexpress.podbean.com/ Mage 20 Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/200664283/deluxe-mage-the-ascension-20th-anniversary-edition Mage 20 FAQ: http://theonyxpath.com/mage-the-ascension-20th-anniversary-edition-faq-part-1/

Chris is joined by Mike and James, as Chris runs a one-shot using the New World of Darkness God Machine Chronicles rule set. Enjoy. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes!

Mike, Chris, and Chigg decide to answer some emails. First they cover Werewolf: the Forsaken, discussing Storyteller Adventure System options, chronicle structure, and character motivation. The krewe wraps up the episode by discussing seekings in Mage: the Ascension. Remember to enter our contest for a physical copy of Blood & Smoke - just send us an email picking the representative Vampire clan of each host! Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes!

Ravenloft, A Not-So Dungeons and Dragons Campaign Setting Mike and Chigg sit down to discuss Ravenloft, the campaign setting of dark fantasy and gothic horror. The nerds sit down and discuss the thematic strengths of the game world, as well as the unique design approach to the setting's domains and clusters. In particular, they also discuss what it means to be a hero or villain in Ravenloft, and how that differentiates it from other campaign worlds. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links For This Show: Mike's NWoD Ravenloft Conversion: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wTomzVDJxXRQ5n_2BGrxru1RV2P4Go9BPHCJ2ZrihBM/edit?usp=sharing Fraternity of Shadows Ravenloft Site: http://www.fraternityofshadows.com/

Mike, Chris and Chigg bring a holiday special. In this show we delve into the subject of True Faith and it's appearance and application in Classic World of Darkness. In the Secret Frequency we look at a snow themed mystery, the Devil's Footprints. Finally we look at the latest book for New World of Darkness' Mummy the Curse - Guildhalls of the Deathless. And finally listen to find out how you can enter our competition to win a copy of Vampire the Requiem - Blood and Smoke. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community athttps://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes!

This episode was recorded before Matt McFarland admitted to sexual assault and was accused of serial sexual harassment. Darker Days does not condone the guest's actions and they will not be invited to return. This episode is left here for posterity. Chris and Chigg are joined by the illustrious developers of Demon: the Descent - Matt McFarland and Rose Bailey! The hosts don't pull any punches as they explore the concepts of the newest Storytelling game. The nature of the Unchained is discussed, as well as their place in the New World of Darkness cosmology. Special attention is paid to the new Identity mechanic, and how it affects character backgrounds and ongoing stories. On the secret frequency, Chris takes us to the blasted reactors on Chernobyl, where a strange new fungus has emerged. Finally, the show closes with some discussion of Blood & Smoke and the upcoming Dark Eras book. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links For This Show: Demon Kickstarter: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/200664283/demon-the-descent-prestige-edition Daedalus: http://growlingdoorgames.com/daedalus.html

It's an anthology of terror - three secret frequencies presented by Mike, Chris, Chigg, and Sam. Chris walks us through the alchemical history of Paris, showing an occult influence that has lasted until the modern day. Mike presents The Elemental of Leap Castle, a terrifying entity of primordial origin. And finally, Chigg discusses the Indigo Children, the alleged next step in human evolution. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes!

In this explosive episode of Darker Days, Mike, Chris, and Chigg kick off the night with a discussion of their latest gaming. After some World of Darkness news, the crew discusses a phenomenon of calcified animals in Tanzania. Chigg then walks the listeners through the complex politics and history of Changeling: the Dreaming. Following that, Mike presents a secret frequency on De Ogen, "The Eyes" of Sonian Forest. Finally, Chris presents the state of kindred affairs in the Dark Ages and Crusades period of Vampire: the Requiem. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links For This Show: Tremere Chronicle: https://plus.google.com/events/coep7sl95n476pmjb79jnd0kkco Calcified Animals: http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2013/10/pictures/131003-calcified-birds-bats-africa-lake-natron-tanzania-animals-science/ Gentleman's VTES: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vtesgentclub/

Mike and Chris introduce the third host… The Indomitable Sandchigger! After shortly discussing World of Darkness news (and almost forgetting about Wraith20!), the crew announces the new foray into the Youtube RPG community. Following that, Chigg takes us into the cold reality of the Technocracy, reviewing the new Progenitors and Syndicate sourcebooks. Mike then presents the strange conspiracy theories surrounding Mel's Hole in Eastern Washington. Finally, Chris rapidfires through the Demon: the Descent Quickstart, introducing listeners to the newest World of Darkness game. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links For This Show: Darker Days on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/doctorether

Mike and Chris end Season 4 with a bang, bringing listeners a detailed look a the geography of New and Classic World of Darkness underworlds. After going over recent releases, Mike presents the earliest incarnation of The Shadowlands, discussing how to build upon the vague ideas of Wraith 1st Edition. Following that, the Secret Frequency explores Hart's Island, the potter's field of New York City. Finally, Chris leads listeners on a tour of The Underworld, as presented in Geist: the Sin-Eaters and The Book of the Dead. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links For This Show: I don't think we have any! So... uh... check out http://http://theonyxpath.com/

Mike and Chris welcome back to the show Simon Berman, of Privateer Press. In this show they look at all the exciting new releases coming up for Warmachine, Hordes, and the Iron Kingdoms RPG. Simon also gives us a great over view of the exciting Kickstarter going on for the Warmachine video game - Warmachine Tactics. Finally we have a good talk about horror based stories for the Iron Kingdoms RPG, and how the setting lends itself to those types of stories.

Mike and Chris are joined Matt Bresee to discuss W20, picking over the book and seeing how the game has change and been improved. Keeping with the werewolf theme, there is a review of the tribes of Werewolf the Forsaken, in particular the book Tribes of the Moon. On the Secret Frequency, Chris presents the mystery of the Europe spanning Stone Age tunnel network. Also Reap the Whirlwind is out as a free download and a taster to the upcoming book, Blood and Smoke. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes!

Chris is joined by Pete, and together they take an in depth look at the renowned SciFi space opera, Fading Suns. They cover topics such as the setting itself, the game mechanics, and also quickly review the host of player options in the game plus give their own opinions on the game. If you like World of Darkness game and want a SciFi game with the same sort of feel, this one is perhaps worth a shot. Enjoy. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links For This Show: Chris's Fading Sun's Chronicle: Hyperion Dusk Intro music by arhipco - used under Creative Commons License. Outro music by Bass Tandem - used under Creative Commons License.

Mike and Chris are joined by One Book Shelf Publisher Relations Manager Matt M. McElroy to discuss all the great work going into DriveThruRPG and DriveThruCards. Matt also shares his latest work on the V20 Red List and announces the subject matter for Hunter: the Vigil's Monstrous Basterds. On the Secret Frequency, Mike presents Santa Muerte, the North and Central American patron saint of death. Mike goes on to discuss the V20 Product Line so far, while Chris presents a formal review of the God Machine Chronicle. Oh, and Werewolf 20th is out. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links For This Show: DriveThruCards: http://www.drivethrucards.com/ Flames Rising: http://www.flamesrising.com/

Mike and Chris are joined by White Wolf luminary David Hill Jr. to discuss four upcoming books. After a brief introduction, the trio jump into a discussion of the next Mage: the Ascension release, Convention Book: Progenitors. Following that they explore the secret frequencies of Amsterdam with Black Mathew and the Phantom of Compagnie. Next up is a discussion of the impending New World of Darkness chronicle books God Machine Chronicle and Blood & Smoke. Lastly, David introduces Darker Days to his new Fate-drive mecha game, Apotheosis Drive X. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links For This Show: ADX Kickstarter: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/machineage/apotheosis-drive-x-a-fate-powered-mecha-rpg?ref=search

Mike, Chris, and Peter sit down to chat about PAX East 2013 - the best three days in gaming (5 if you're an enforcer). We talk about Catalyst Game Labs and Shadowrun, Cubicle 7, Steve Jackson Games, Dragon Dice, Reaper Miniatures, Joshua A.C. Newman and Mobile Frame Zero, Privateer Press, Light Weight RPG, and probably a few other games and companies. We follow this up with a discussion of how Mummy: the Curse can crossover with the New World of Darkness, and even a few classic games! Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220. Be sure to subscribe through iTunes!