Best Dice Hate Me Podcasts (2025)

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195: How Zany? 52:27

3d ago52:27

52:27

When is it ok to go how zany in a game? And how do you "control" the table to keep the tone of the session where you'd like it? That's exactly what we have a chat about in this week's episode! So join us for the conversation! d20 Network Spotlight: The Genesys Archives -- https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/thegenesysarchives/ Game of the Week…

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194: Being the Right Speaker w/ JT Dimino 52:50

10d ago52:50

52:50

This week I'm joined by JT Dimino for a chat inspired by a combination of a cheap Bluetooth speaker and a song by Megadeath! We have a bit of a chat around making sure that you're getting the point you intend to across to your table while you're GMing! Also there's some talk about finding help and information in unexpected places. Links: d20 Radio …

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193: Behind the Screens and Star Wars Roleplaying with Nate from Tabletop Empire. 1:17:37

17d ago1:17:37

1:17:37

This week I got to sit down with another awesome person I met at GamerNationCon! I'm joined by Nate, from The Tabletop Empire YouTube channel to talk about his channel, their Dark Underworld actual-play, some of the things that happen before we all get to see anything, and of course we talk about why Star Wars is just an absolutely awesome setting …

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192: How We Roll w/ Daryl & Robert 1:13:48

24d ago1:13:48

1:13:48

This week I'm joined by a couple of friends who also have a podcast on the d20 Radio Network! I have a chat with Daryl and Robert from the How We Roll podcast to talk about their show, gaming, and some of the fun that we've been able to have together. If you want to check out their show, you can find it here: Main Website: https://howwerollgaming.c…

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MotW: Trouble in Progress Junction: Finale 1:00:46

1M ago1:00:46

1:00:46

Welcome to the finale for this short Monster of the Week game. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did playing it! Terry was able to make this session, though Hagen wasn't feeling well and couldn't make it, but we continued on to finish this short story. As folks are I'm sure familiar, sometimes everyone just can't make it, so we just played with who…

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191: Don't Hate the Game, Hate the Players? 38:40

1M ago38:40

38:40

Ok, yeah, kinda click-baity title... But really, sometimes we blame the wrong thing, and that's what we're talking about on this episode! (And we're not suggesting that y'all should hate anyone!) d20 Network Spotlight -- The Order 66 -- https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/order-66-podcast-38220? Game of the Week: Steve G: Triangle Agency -- https://…

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MotW: Trouble in Progress Junction: Episode 4 57:25

2M ago57:25

57:25

Welcome to the first half of the 3rd (and final) session of play for this short Monster of the Week game. Terry was able to make this session, though Hagen wasn't feeling well and couldn't make it, but we continued on to finish this short story. I hope you all enjoy listening to this as much as we enjoyed playing it! As folks are I'm sure familiar,…

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190: GNC X recap with Joe from Tabletop Empire's Dark Underworld 1:10:56

2M ago1:10:56

1:10:56

We're back with a new episode following the fun that was GamerNationCon X! Since I'm sure most of you have heard Steve and I talk about how much fun it is, I thought it would be fun to hear about the experience from someone who had never been there before! Enter Joe. I met Joe at GNC, and he's part of a great actual-play on the Tabletop Empire YouT…

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MotW: Trouble in Progress Junction: ep 3 1:11:08

2M ago1:11:08

1:11:08

Back to new content after a fun and exciting time at GamerNation Con!!! Welcome to the second session of play for this short Monster of the Week game. We join in as Oaken, Myles, and Marcus have just come upon the unconscious body of Hecate, the goddess of the crossroads! So what do you do when you find an injured goddess (who also happens to be a …

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189: Shopping 44:24

3M ago44:24

44:24

Shopping, it's perhaps the most low-key divisive thing we commonly do in games. Some love doing it, some hate doing it, and some don't care much either way. So how do you keep the whole table interested? Or how do you keep you interested? That's kinda what we chat around in this episode. Also worth noting, we're likely going to skip a week or 2 wit…

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MotW: Trouble in Progress Junction: ep 2 1:10:02

3M ago1:10:02

1:10:02

Welcome to the first session of play for this short Monster of the Week game. As folks are I'm sure familiar, sometimes everyone just can't make it, so we just played with who was there! We recorded this in late spring of 2024, right before I had to switch shifts at work, so it was kind of a 'last hurrah' for the group that had kind of dubbed thems…

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188: Anthologies (The Steve Way!) 51:27

3M ago51:27

51:27

Let it never be said we don't listen to our listeners! This week we answer a question a listener posted on our Discord (see link at the top of the page, or further down in the notes here) expand a bit on a concept we've mentioned a few times on the show. That being "Anthology Campaigns". For us, they're just another way to tell a story, and maybe a…

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MotW: Trouble in Progress Junction: ep 1 56:50

3M ago56:50

56:50

Welcome to the sort of "session zero" for a short game of Monster of the Week! We recorded this in late spring of 2024, right before I had to switch shifts at work, so it was kind of a 'last hurrah' for the group that had kind of dubbed themselves "Those Guys". A big "Thank You!" to Ben for once again running the game, and to Terry, Eric, Hagen, an…

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187: Murder Hobo on the Coms! 47:48

4M ago47:48

47:48

Howdy folks! This week we split our discussion between 2 topics, the first, the much maligned trope of "Murder Hobos" (because episode 187), and the other, in-game communication, and how it can, and can be used to, affect the story you're telling. GamerNation Con X tickets are on sale now! April 3-6 in Dallas (North Plano) TX! https://tabletop.even…

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Exalted: Tomb of Dreams Ep3 (finale) 1:04:42

4M ago1:04:42

1:04:42

Hello, and welcome to a short AP of Exalted! One of our Discord members, Decurion, was kind enough to come and run what is actually the Exalted 3rd Ed Jumpstart adventure for us, and let us record it! This is part 3, and the finale of the adventure! GamerNation Con X tickets are on sale now! April 3-6 in Dallas (North Plano) TX! https://tabletop.ev…

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186: Timing Management 43:01

4M ago43:01

43:01

This week we have a talk about the timing at the table, and how to kind of keep things moving, and not let things go too long, or get stale/stalled. GamenNation Con X tickets are on sale now! April 3-6 in Dallas (North Plano) TX! https://tabletop.events/conventions/gamer-nation-con-x d20 Network Spotlight: Wonderous Atlas of Creations Destinty -- h…

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Exalted: Tomb of Dreams, Episode 2 1:00:44

4M ago1:00:44

1:00:44

Hello, and welcome to a short AP of Exalted! One of our Discord members, Decurion, was kind enough to come and run what is actually the Exalted 3rd Ed Jumpstart adventure for us, and let us record it! This is part 2 of what should be 3 episodes that make up the adventure! If you'd like top check out the game, or even this specific adventure, you ca…

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185: In Defence of Movie Thievery w/ Brev Tanner 1:40:32

5M ago1:40:32

1:40:32

This week we get a little long-winded (but lots of fun) with d20Network alum and GamerNationCon regular Brev Tanner! Brev is many things, including Author, Gamer, General Nerd, and Movie Buff, so we invited him to come and have a chat about the many, many ways we can use movies to help inspire and improve our games! Check out Brev's books "The Dark…

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Exalted: Tomb of Dreams, Episode 1 1:23:33

5M ago1:23:33

1:23:33

Hi, and welcome to a short AP of Exalted! One of our Discord members, Decurion, was kind enough to come and run what is actually the Exalted 3rd Ed Jumpstart adventure for us, and let us record it! If you'd like top check out the game, or even this specific adventure, you can find it here! Exalted 3rd Ed -- https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/1…

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184: There Can(not) Be Only One! 47:43

5M ago47:43

47:43

This week we bring you a conversation to hopefully encourage you to share the things that you struggle with, as the Steves ponder the question "Am I the only one who..." So feel free to come talk to us on Discord (link below), or email us, or whatever! d20 Network Spotlight: The Genesys Archives -- https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/thegenesysar…

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Havoc Brigade! Session 4 (finale) 52:33

5M ago52:33

52:33

Welcome to the conclusion of our little play-through of Havoc Brigade! by Grant Howitt! Does our misfit band succeed on their mission, or do they even remember what it was? Do they finally prove that "yeeting" goblins does in fact solve problems? You'll have to listen to find out, but I'm pretty sure you'll find some laughs along the way! Welcome t…

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183: Perspective 44:25

6M ago44:25

44:25

This week we have a chat about using a change of perspective to enrich your gaming experience! Sometimes we get so set in how we *always* so things that we miss just how much more interesting things could be if we looked at them a little differently! If you want to check out the Carrion Company campaign, you can find it here -- https://www.toatable…

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Havoc Brigade! Session 3 1:07:46

6M ago1:07:46

1:07:46

Welcome back to the madness! Does our intrepid band of misfits again attempt to prove that the yeeting of goblins is a valid solution to a problem? And do they succeed? Listen to find out! Welcome to Havoc Brigade!, a game written by Grant Howitt, and available here -- https://gshowitt.itch.io/havoc-brigade Admittedly, this game does seem to feel a…

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182: Dump Stats? 36:48

6M ago36:48

36:48

This week we bring you a short discussion around the idea of so called "Dump Stats" inspired by a comment on our Discord server! d20 Network Spotlight: Eberron Renewed -- https://zencastr.com/Eberron-Renewed Game of the Week: Steve G: Bombs & Burgers -- https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/503078/bombs-burgers?affiliate_id=2018399 Steve S: Los K…

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Havoc Brigade! Session 2 1:04:59

7M ago1:04:59

1:04:59

Here we go! Welcome to Havoc Brigade!, a game written by Grant Howitt, and available here -- https://gshowitt.itch.io/havoc-brigade Admittedly, this game does seem to feel a bit more lively and fun when played around an actual table, and it one continuous session. That said, we all had fun playing it, and I hope you all enjoy listening to our madne…

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181: How Do I Find Players? 44:23

7M ago44:23

44:23

We are 2 Steves once more! this week Steve asks Steve for advice about how to find more players for an in-person game. Now, some of the specifics mentioned won't apply to everyone, but we're hoping that the concepts can help some of you who find yourselves in the same boat! d20 Network Spotlight: Court Games -- https://court-games.pinecast.co/ Crim…

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Havoc Brigade! : Session 1 1:17:03

7M ago1:17:03

1:17:03

Here we go! Welcome to Havoc Brigade!, a game written by Grant Howitt, and available here -- https://gshowitt.itch.io/havoc-brigade Admittedly, this game does seem to feel a bit more lively and fun when played around an actual table, and it one continuous session. That said, we all had fun playing it, and I hope you all enjoy listening to our madne…

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180: (How Much) Does System Matter w/ Brett Bowen 1:21:17

7M ago1:21:17

1:21:17

This week I'm joined by "Honorary Steve" Brett Bowen, of Studio 404 to have a bit of a chat about how much, and also why the system can matter when we're playing games. Find more about Studio 404 here -- https://www.studio404games.com/ For more info about TotalCon, and to sign up for games, and cool stuff, go here --> https://www.totalcon.com/index…

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Oblivion War: Session 12 (finale) (Ch1) 1:15:15

8M ago1:15:15

1:15:15

Welcome to the final session of our Genesys-powered Oblivion War arc! As we wrap this up, (at least for now), I hope you all have enjoyed it. I know we all enjoyed playing it a lot. I would like to thank all involved for their participation, and I wish you all happy listening! The Cast: Ben -- GM (and wrangler of cats) Eric -- Prangalar (catfolk sc…

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179: Simulation, Emulation, and Minimalist w/ Eric 1:04:58

8M ago1:04:58

1:04:58

This week we have a long time listener, and frequent contributor to our Acutal-Play content fill in for an unavailable Steve! A chat is had about the labels we use to describe games, with an eye on ways to perhaps better communicate what we're looking for as both players and GMs! d20 Network Spotlight: The Genesys Archives -- https://anchor.fm/theg…

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Oblivion War: Session 11 1:43:34

8M ago1:43:34

1:43:34

We're back after our week off to recover from PGX! This week we've got a nice long session of our Genesys-powered Oblivion War AP series! The Cast: Ben -- GM (and wrangler of cats) Eric -- Prangalar (catfolk scout) Hagan -- Groth (orcish primalist) Terry C -- Barnelby (gnome bard) Steve (New) -- Kulweg (gnome alchemist) Steve (Old) -- Karlax (cryst…

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178: Lore is (Not?) Serious Business! 38:18

9M ago38:18

38:18

This week we bring you a conversation about just how seriously we take lore (and a couple other aspects) in gaming. If you have thoughts, please feel free to leave a comment, or come to the Discord, and tell us there! (See link below!) d20 Network Spotlight: The Story Told -- https://thestorytold.libsyn.com/ Game of the Week: Steve G: Spectral Exte…

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Oblivion War: Session 10 1:18:55

9M ago1:18:55

1:18:55

Y'all get a double-up on the actual-play this week, due to schedules, time, and the like! We find our party winding deeper into the ruins of Old Barquat, and some secrets of items they acquired long ago are revealed! The Cast: Ben -- GM (and wrangler of cats) Eric -- Prangalar (catfolk scout) Hagan -- Groth (orcish primalist) Terry C -- Barnelby (g…

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Oblivion War: Session 9 1:16:48

9M ago1:16:48

1:16:48

We're back to our Genesys-powered actual-play! This week we find the crew picking up the pieces after the attack by the shark, and moving deeper into the debris-field of Old Barquat! What strange things might await? The Cast: Ben -- GM (and wrangler of cats) Eric -- Prangalar (catfolk scout) Hagan -- Groth (orcish primalist) Terry C -- Barnelby (gn…

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177: Vast Grimm & WurmBrew w/ Brian Colin 45:40

9M ago45:40

45:40

Both Steves are back this week! We're chatting with Brian Colin of Vast Grimm about his game, creative process, and such, as well as another local (to us) event called "Wurmbrew". Brian's website: https://briancolin.com/ Wurmbrew eventbrite page: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wurmbrew-2024-tickets-1010504404877?aff=oddtdtcreator d20Network spotlight…

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Oblivion War: Session 8 1:04:08

9M ago1:04:08

1:04:08

On this installment of our little saga, the crew gets up to their usual antics as they prepare to set off on a task to win the favor of some acquaintances made in New Barquat! ( And maybe sky-sharks???) The Cast: Ben -- GM (and wrangler of cats) Eric -- Prangalar (catfolk scout) Hagan -- Groth (orcish primalist) Terry C -- Barnelby (gnome bard) Ste…

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176: PGX 2024 w/ Wizz 1:12:45

10M ago1:12:45

1:12:45

It's that time of year again! The 2024 edition of the Pittsburgh Gaming Expo (PGX) is happening October 4-6 at the Monroeville Convention Center in Monroeville PA! We're joined by Wizz, one of the organizers to chat about the show, and what was a particularly challenging behind-the-scenes to make this year's show happen. We can tell you from person…

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Oblivion War: Session 7 (New Barquat) 46:36

10M ago46:36

46:36

This week we're back in our Genesys actual-play series, and we bring you the results of a bit of a world-building session that unfortunately did not get recorded. But, y'all do get to hear a bit of what was created, that being the site "New Barquat". This one's a little shorter, as several of us were in various stages of getting over illnesses, and…

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175: UltraViolet Grasslands and Our Golden Age w/ Luka Rejec 1:05:27

10M ago1:05:27

1:05:27

This week I got to sit down with Luka Rejec, the man behind Ultraviolet Grasslands and the (currently on Backerkit) Our Golden Age. It's a really fun conversation around playstyle, design theories, and just some cool gamer conversation! (Oh, yeah, and by the time you're readign this, I did buy the bundle!) If you're interested in the Bundle of Hold…

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Oblivion War: Session 6 1:05:33

10M ago1:05:33

1:05:33

Having successfully made contact with the intel division of the Isles of Antillis, our party finds themselves being debriefed, and sorting out where they need to head next! The Cast: Ben -- GM (and wrangler of cats) Eric -- Prangalar (catfolk scout) Hagan -- Groth (orcish primalist) Terry C -- Barnelby (gnome bard) Steve (New) -- Kulweg (gnome alch…

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174: The In-Between (Times) 41:38

11M ago41:38

41:38

This week it's a little more of a ramble around things that we do "between" games, low-level prep and inspiration sources/techniques, and a little just kinda nerdy conversation! d20 Network Spotlight: Fortune & Strife -- https://courtgamespod.notion.site/Fortune-and-Strife-28a0bb0b38ba4bdf859e9b011290b4ed Game of the Week: Steve G: Aviary: a Murder…

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Oblivion War: Session 5 1:03:09

11M ago1:03:09

1:03:09

We're back in the Celestree with the crew of the Comet's Tail! Having made contact with the Signals & Flares division, the crew are being taken to give their information in a more secure setting, however they're waylaid by Kolaris forces! Apologies that the audio isn't quite up to normal standards on this one, as our GM wasn't at home, and was join…

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173: More than Soup, Less than the Gob 47:19

11M ago47:19

47:19

This week we borrow some inspiration from a Neal Litherland video -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2n-Z2mD510 and have a talk about treating your setting as a character! d20 Network Spotlight: OP Cast -- https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/opcast Game of the Week: Steve G: Apocalypse Frame -- https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/485431/ap…

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Oblivion War: Session 4 1:08:42

11M ago1:08:42

1:08:42

We return after our short midsummer break with another episode of Oblivion War! This time, the crew of the Comet's Tail find themselves actually in the bar they sat out for, and contacting the Signals & Flares Division! But all does not go as planned! The Cast: Ben -- GM (and wrangler of cats) Eric -- Prangalar (catfolk scout) Hagan -- Groth (orcis…

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172: When Does it End? 43:03

12M ago43:03

43:03

This week we bring you a discussion around knowing when to end a campaign, partially brought on by (younger) Steve preparing to do just that! d20 Network Spotlight: The Story Told -- https://thestorytold.libsyn.com/ Game of the Week: Steve G: Craving -- https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/479625/craving?affiliate_id=2018399 Steve S: Skyjackers …

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Oblivion War Session 3: Let's Get Slathered! 1:17:35

12M ago1:17:35

1:17:35

This week we return to our Genesys-powered actual-play series of our Oblivion War game! This time some RP prompts send us down a bit of a side-track, but it was a very fun time! The Cast: Ben -- GM (and wrangler of cats) Eric -- Prangalar (catfolk scout) Hagan -- Groth (orcish primalist) Terry C -- Barnelby (gnome bard) Steve (New) -- Kulweg (gnome…

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171: The Circadian Anomaly w/ GM Dave 1:01:19

1y ago1:01:19

1:01:19

This week we're actually talking about a novel, not a gaming book, but it's one written by none other than one of the founders of the d20 Network, "GM Dave" Villegas! Dave has written a novel called "The Circadian Anomaly" and is currently in the midst of a Kickstarter to help get it published in both print, and audio-book form. The book has deep r…

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Oblivion War: Session 2 (part 2) 52:58

1y ago52:58

52:58

Welcome back to the Celestree, where we join our little band as they return to their own ship, and sort out the details of what has happened! Keep in mind, we're not trying to do a highly produced actual-play, we're aiming more to show what you can get just having fun with your friends around a table. That said, this was a lot of fun to play, and I…

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170. Action and Intrigue (part 3) 34:23

1y ago34:23

34:23

Fueled by listener request, we Steves further discuss action and intrigue in the context of gaming! This time we're focusing around techniques, or at least examples of how to transition between the 2 to help have more enjoyable games! d20 Network Spotlight: The Order 66 -- https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/order-66-podcast-38220? Game of the Week:…

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Oblivion War Session 2 (Part 1) 52:56

1y ago52:56

52:56

Welcome back to the Celestree, where we join our little band mid (mid-air) assault! Everyone's finally on the right ship, and we do things! Keep in mind, we're not trying to do a highly produced actual-play, we're aiming more to show what you can get just having fun with your friends around a table. That said, this was a lot of fun to play, and I h…

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