Quantum Ogre Cast

On today's Quantum Ogre Cast, I talk with Peter @TalesFromElsewhereGames about the dogmatic nature of the TTRPG hobby, lessons we can learn from camps such as modern D&D and the OSR, and how we should be trying games outside our wheelhouse to become more rounded game masters and designers. Join us as we delve deep into the dungeon in search of more productive topical ttrpg conversations.Mentioned videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJgl4Bf4Bnk&https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qCE5KTnfiaI&t=1964solder episode mentioned by Peter:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XviWFeg42ws&list=PL30Wnig33y-Sw9AhmT7R7JuZxhyK1QvOC&index=3&t=1835svideo I mentioned on making your games more about your crew:https://youtu.be/s0cydbrfAr4?si=5lwUSrvHV7nUjkf9Join my email list here:https://substack.com/@eldergoblingamesORFollow wherever you prefer:https://linktr.ee/Eldergoblingamesand check out my other channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@eldergoblinbard#ttrpg #trpg #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #quantumogrecast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eldergoblingames.substack.com/subscribe

Join Peter (Tales From Elsewhere) and I for a GenCon 2026 debrief as we recap convention highlights, tabletop RPG experiences, indie game discoveries, designer meetups, open gaming, and other memorable moments. We'll share some practical con tips on scheduling, food, transportation, running games, networking, and making the most of unexpected opportunities.Quinns Quest Stonetop review:Join my email list here:https://substack.com/@eldergoblingames ORFollow wherever you prefer:https://linktr.ee/Eldergoblingamesand check out my other channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@eldergoblinbard Get 10% off any exalted funeral game using my code:https://www.exaltedfuneral.com/ELDERGOBLINor code: ELDERGOBLIN at checkout This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eldergoblingames.substack.com/subscribe

Today Will (Runeforged Games) and I discuss the ways darkvision ruins tension, we talk cognitive load for Game Masters, layout-driven adventure design, and why easy systems like ShadowDark, Nimble, and OSE make prep easier. Plus: a deep dive into Will’s gothic one-shot Tragedy of Raven Manor. Perfect for GMs, Shadow Dark players, and anyone interested in better adventure layout, darkvision design, and one-shot planning. Join us on this inevitable episode of the Quantum Ogre Cast!~Check out Runeforged games Youtube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@RuneforgedTabletopGaming~Tragedy of Ravenmere Manor (affiliate link):https://www.drivethrurpg.com//product/572860/the-tragedy-of-ravenmere-manor?affiliate_id=1332869~Join my email list here:https://substack.com/@eldergoblingames OR~Follow wherever you prefer:https://linktr.ee/Eldergoblingames~and check out my other channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@eldergoblinbard #shadowdark #ttrpg #dnd #osr #nsr This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eldergoblingames.substack.com/subscribe

I talk with Gavin Norman (Necrotic Gnome) and we dive into Dolmenwood — the folklore‑rich TTRPG setting, its 10+ year creation, Wormskin zine news, how Dolmenwood stands apart from Old School Essentials and much more!And if you love Dolmenwood, don’t forget to vote in the Ennies!https://vote.ennie-awards.com/vote/2026/Get 10% off Dolmenwood and more using my code:https://www.exaltedfuneral.com/ELDERGOBLINor any Exalted Funeral product when you use code:ELDERGOBLINJoin my email list here:https://substack.com/@eldergoblingames ORFollow wherever you prefer:https://linktr.ee/Eldergoblingamesand check out my other channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@eldergoblinbard#Dolmenwood #NecroticGnome #TTRPG #OldSchoolEssentials This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eldergoblingames.substack.com/subscribe

I talk with Zac Goins of Limithron on todays Quantum Ogrecast. We attempt to break down the “age of the fantasy heartbreaker” — why so many indie TTRPGs are popping up, what makes a heartbreaker succeed, and a few publishing insights (OGL, crowdfunding, community). As well as a teaser for the new kickstarter event Zine SideQuest, and some Pirateborg news!Daggerheart: A New Cycle (affiliate link):https://www.drivethrurpg.com//product/571473/a-new-cycle-9-new-classes?affiliate_id=1332869Pirate Borg Bookmarks (and early look at SideQuest)https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/snapback/pirate-borg-bookmarksNew Pirate Map Collectionhttps://www.kickstarter.com/projects/limithron/pirate-map-collection?ref=profile_created&category_id=399Stay Tuned for 7 Delving Sinshttps://www.kickstarter.com/projects/eldergoblingames/7-delving-sinsJoin my email list here:https://substack.com/@eldergoblingamesand hit SUBSCRIBEORFollow wherever you prefer:https://linktr.ee/Eldergoblingames#ttrpg #fantasyheartbreaker #dnd #pirateborg #shadowdark This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eldergoblingames.substack.com/subscribe