“Ever feel like the world is out to get you? It is.”1 Yep. Turns out you were right. The world is against you. It wants to get you. The universe conspires for your end. Or at least well, it...
In episode 128 of Game Design Unboxed, we chat with game designer (publisher, art director, illustrator, and more!) Ammon Anderson about Twinkle, Twinkle, a game born from his lifelong fascination with space. We discuss the origin of the game’s gorgeous...
As requested by fan and friend (frand?) David, Ryan and Charles look at the Ranger. They discuss the military and G.I. JOE origins of rangers, how they were brought into Essence20, and how Ryan solved the Ranger’s Aquaman Problem....
John, Jason , and Ron talk about crafting Starfinder 2 adventures and some of the challenges when writing for 1st level characters. Listen Now! Watch Now!
Surrounded by coppers, our heroes have a difficult decision to make. Join our Intrepid Heroes as they solve the mystery of the Murder in Metal City! Cast: Jason Keeley – GM Alex Speidel – Patsy Van Dyne Isis Wozniakowska...
He’s a piece of tree that’s out to get you. He’s Analog! Welcome to Essential Builds, the blog that usually turns popular culture icons into Essence20 Player Characters. Sometimes they’re made out of wood. It’s rare, but not unheard...
They’ve covered Players and GMs, now Alex and James look at the real stars of Starfinder: SF2 Alien Core. Recorded live on Twitch. Listen Now! (mp3)
In episode 127 of Game Design Unboxed: Inspiration to Publication, we chat with game designer, publisher, and trauma psychotherapist Galen McCown about how getting involved with the Syracuse game design community helped him grow as both a creator and collaborator. We also...
Roadblock melting as Shipwreck screams. Young Daniel Witwicky stumping across Optimus Prime’s decaying corpse. The unconscious manifestation of Princess Celestials anxiety. Pumpkin Rapper. Plastic Bags. The Essence20 settings don’t shy away from the weird, so neither do Ryan and...
John, Jason , and Ron take a quick look at the newly released Starfinder 2nd Edition Alien Core and talk about their favorite monsters just in time for Halloween! Listen Now! Watch Now!