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In this episode, Mac and Zoe discuss how medieval peasantry worked, the complexities of the system, and what type of peasant did what, and how world builders, writers, and game masters can both accurately represent and adapt the village system in their medieval fantasy worlds and TTRPGs.
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In this episode, Mac & Zoe debunk medieval love advice and discuss common misconceptions around medieval love and marriage. Reading the philosophical dialogue of Sidrak and Bokkus as an advice column, can we really say whether attitudes toward romance have changed that much, centuries later?
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In this episode, Mac & Zoe host Sandra Hindman and Jacky Yao from Les Enluminures to discuss the craft and trade of manuscript illumination and creation in the Middle Ages, as well as the influence and popularity of the courtly romance Roman de la Rose.
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Ever wanted to ground your fantasy setting in historical reality, but don't know where to start? Join us this week as we kick off the new year with a series for world builders and GMs alike. Build a fantasy medieval world with us, starting with the medieval village. Listen now: buff.ly/Jn1NIxS
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While we may think of genre trends as a modern thing in fantasy literature, Eric & Enide paints another picture. We examine two versions of this tale: one gritty and grim dark, and the other an idealistic romantasy, and examine how we can use these story techniques in our own stories.
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Happy Halloween! The demon has become a fantastic villain (or ally) in many TTRPGs, but their legalistic nature can sometimes be overused. Join us this week as we analyze accounts of medieval demons, how they behave, and how to get rid of them so that you can spice up your TTRPG this Halloween.
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In this episode, we finish off the Lais of Marie de France and ask - what makes a medieval romance, and how can we apply that to our games and stories in fresh ways? How does medieval romance compare to modern fantasy romance?
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This week, we're joined by author M.T. Anderson as we dive into the thrilling tale of Nicked, the true story of a medieval heist to steal the holy body of Saint Nicholas and save Bari from plague. We then use the heist to show you how you can adapt real relic thieves into your TTRPGS & stories.
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The stars have aligned, but are you ready to conjure? In our final episode of necromancy, we explore the finer points of astrology and its importance in spell casting - so that you know exactly what moon phase is best to curse your enemies, conjure birds, or route an army.
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Romantasy has been all the rage, but its roots go further than a TikTok trend. Join us this week as we dive into Eric and Enide, a medieval fantasy romance adventure perfect for those who love the genre, or who just want a new idea for their story or TTRPG campaign. Welcome to our summer series!
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Looking to craft your next dungeon for your campaign? Want a few puzzles your player have never seen before? We've found a few medieval tales with tantalizing puzzles and twisting dungeons, ready to be used in your next TTRPG. Sit back as we show you how to adapt these dungeons into your game.
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What does a goodly knight do when he's taken prisoner and asked to collect his own ransom? Comply, of course! Join us on another dive into the Gesta Romanorum and pull out a few puzzles and dilemmas for your next TTRPG! Listen now: open.spotify.com/show/1W4hTKn...
21.06.2025 18:04 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Hey folks! Quick update to let you know this week’s episode will be delayed and posted next week! Bimonthly episodes will be back to normal after that, though! Thank you all for your continued support and patience - we love you guys and do our best to be consistent, but life gets in the way.
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In our final episode about Irish werewolves, we compare medieval Arthurian romance tales to this Irish Arthurian tale from the 1700s. How has the genre changed, and what werewolf adventures can you bring to your table? 1/2
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A cheating wife plots with a her lover, a necromancer, to kill her husband, a knight on pilgrimage... what could possibly happen when another necromancer decides to protect the knight? We're breaking down tales in the Gesta Romanorum to learn more about medieval law and necromancy!
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This week, we dive into two examples of Irish werewolf tales that you can adapt into your TTRPG! Learn a different story about the werewolf than the 21st century beast, and bring a few new traditions - and twists - to your table. 1/2
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