Episode 8 – The Truth About Fantasy and Magic

Summary: Hosts - Dan, Bryan, Tyler, Steve , Mack<br> <br> Topic - We discuss the uses of settings in your campaigns, list a few fantasy tropes, and outline the different types of fantasy settings.  This episode also contains a break down of different types of magic and ways to portray them in your games.<br> <br> (:34) Changes we are making<br> <br> (2:31) A little about settings in general<br> <br> (3:10) The truth about truths<br> <br> (8:27) Fantasy trappings and tropes<br> <br> (14:44) Fantasy variations<br> <br> (39:49) What does magic mean to your world?<br> <br> (43:02) Variations in magic systems<br> <br> Media -<br> The Game Of Thrones<br> The Princess Bride (IMDb)<br> Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves (IMDb)<br> The Crow (IMDb)<br> Pirates of the Caribbean (IMDb)<br> Willow (IMDb)<br> Conan the Barbarian(Wikipedia)<br> The Dresden Files<br> R. A. Salvatore<br> John Carter of Mars<br> Harry Potter<br> Futhark Runes<br> Skyrim (wiki)<br> Full Metal Alchemist (IMDb)<br> The Legend of Korra<br> Notes - CarpeGM.net is changing it's look soon, We will be needing art.  We prefer to use art from the members of our community.  A formal announcement will be made soon, but if you're interested, contact dan@carpegm.net.  Thanks for listening!