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Boards & Swords

Chris Renshaw

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Bad jokes. Good folks. Games. Every other week, Chris & Philip talk about their experiences playing different games (both board games and video games). If you enjoy hearing people talk about the fun they have playing various games instead of why X game is better than Y game, this is the show for you. Plus, they've got the latest board games news , the worst jokes, and the best guests occasionally.
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Shining Kingdom - A D&D 5th Edition Improv Adventure

Elstro Production // Podcast and Music Made Simple //

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Join unlikely friends and adventurers Maluna Shadowgrimace, Aguayo the Papist, and Shaeyna Tealeaf in the world of Saddothra as their simple mission to loot an old lost mine thrusts WAY more responsibility to save the world upon them than anyone was in the mood for. This is the Dungeons & Dragons, 5th Edition actual play podcast for players and non-players alike. Whether you're a masterful minmaxer or you couldn't care less what a critical attack bonus is, you'll be anxiously awaiting to hea ...
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Apparently the internet is wrong and people wont quit playing Magic from Universes Beyond? Just switch over to Altered, where you can have print on demand cards in your TCG. That just seems weird to me. Also, we’ve got Shane from the Foundry VTT team here with us to talk about what makes their software different from the multitudes of options avail…
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Someone at Hasbro should stop letting their CEO talk. Also, there’s a lot of crappy news out so I decided to talk about some new games announced recently. Speaking of news, we’ve also got Rowan Zeoli on from Rascal News to talk about what its like as an independent news blog in this dumpster fire of a time. Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswor…
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Chris Perkins isn’t at Wizards of the Coast anymore? I might not have to put decals on my minis anymore? I’m just a glass cage of emotions right now. In the meantime, we’ve got Justus and Eric from the card game Doomlings on to talk about their cute little catastrophe game. Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/discord News This D&D adven…
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Gamestop has decided crypto is the right investment, Stonemaier is investing in Disc Golf, and Battletech is going…Gothic? We’ve also got on Tom Lommel from Evil Hat Productions (https://evilhat.com/) to talk about all the “Evil” things they have coming up this year. Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/discord News Gamestop closing stor…
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Would you pay $87K for a pokemon shaped cheeto? What about buy a board game based on The Sims or Helldivers 2? Speaking of electronic gaming, we’ve also got Jean Simonet from Pixels on the show to talk about their electronic dice! Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/discord News Sim The Sims on your tabletop https://icv2.com/articles/ne…
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Remember Decipher? Pepperidge Farm remembers. Also, that D&D Mr. Potato Head is creepy and Breeze Grigas is here from Zephyr Workshop to talk about his games like A.E.G.I.S.! Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/discord News Decipher is back? https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/58955/decipher-resurfaces-via-cryptozoic-entertainment GTS c…
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Thank you for being a friend…of the emperor? FFG makes their games more manageable for stores, and Kickstarter makes things more manageable for your wallet. Plus, Calvin Wong Tze Loon is on the show to talk about what it was like designing the Mass Effect Board Game along with Eric Lang! Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/discord News …
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Wingspan’s second sequel smells kind of fishy…ubereats now serving Pokemon cards, and you can’t make enough noise for the next Warhammer army… Plus, Bostria from Corvus Belli joins us to talk about the wargame Infinity! More info on Infinity: https://infinityuniverse.com/games/infinity Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/discord News A …
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Not exactly an abundance of news stories this early in the year, but that’s okay, because there’s one Minis game that will probably stomp all over the rest… Plus! We’ve got Silvia and Fabio from Loot Studios here to talk about their upcoming game Malediction! Malediction link: https://gamefound.com/en/projects/loot-studios/malediction Join us on Di…
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Wrath and Gloooooria……in exterminius deo? We get into the Christmas spirit talking with Chris Colston about the Warhammer 40,000 tabletop RPG “Wrath and Glory”. Also, we go through the top 10 news stories of 2024 and remember what a crazy year it’s been! Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/discord Affiliate Links/Codes: Help support the…
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After their encounter at Desert Camp, Adrok, Ares, Bowdin, and Kelgrace realize there is more to this realm than what they have been told. In an effort to avoid joining in the slaughter of the creatures of the realm, our adventures decide to go explore the Crystal Fields. While in the fields they meet an alchemist who is studying the various crysta…
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Unlike my electric car, I like my Pax’es “Unplugged”. Both of us went this year, so what did we see & do? Also, Wyrmwood is still a crappy company, somehow Funko took down itch.io, and Vallejo workers are on strike? All this and more! Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/discord News Wyrmwood not getting any better https://www.rascal.new…
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Hopefully it wont be “Lore”-ded over me, but we’re talking about a new website to keep track of your tabletop roleplaying games: Lore Link (https://lorelink.com). Mark Della-Croce, one of the founders is on the show to show off this resource and how you can utilize it in your games. Plus, apparently no more Hasbro movies, and some UPS drivers made …
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Send us a text We return with camaraderie and dice in hand to explore the evolving world of Phandalin. Our shared passion for Dungeons & Dragons remains a constant as we navigate reclaimed territories and puzzle over the ever-enigmatic cistern. This episode recounts our escapades at Tresendar Manor—now the wonderfully quirky Bemblebomble B&B—comple…
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I feel like I should write something snap-py here, because we’ve got Scott Pease from Snap Ship Tactics here. Want to play an X-Wing style game with ships you build yourself? Then you’re going to want to listen up! Plus, Funko is worried about some trends, there’s some fancy baggage to carry around your board games here, and did anyone need poolsid…
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Torn between playing D&D and not supporting a company that’s constantly in the news for its bad business ideas? We’ve got Wolfgang Baur on from Kobold Press to talk about “Tales of the Valiant”, a D&D5e alternative game that’s still compatible with all the books you already have. Plus, we’ve got MTG news for 2025, super cool squat models for Necrom…
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Send us a text We are back! After a long hiatus, the adventuring party returns. Join us for a super-sized episode this week as we continue our journey. What happens when a deer's head, a mischievous dog, and iconic movie lines converge in a single podcast episode? Join us for a session brimming with humor and nostalgia as we reunite with our advent…
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It was mentioned briefly last time, but that MTG Commander Committee fired itself? Between that, Essen, Warhammer Day, there’s a ton of News to go around and we are guest-less so we take these stories on. Plus, Philip’s got a review of Heroes of Barcadia and Chris talks about Halo: Flashpoint. Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/discord…
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A Lord of the Rings trick taking game? A Gundam TCG - has someone been listening to our bonus bits?? Regardless, we’ve got Sam Nolton here from Eldritch Foundry to talk about printing custom miniatures…in COLOR! Also, Eldritch Foundry (https://eldritch-foundry.com/) has hooked us up with a discount code good for $10 – equal to 2 free STL downloads …
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Hasbro doesn’t know when to read the room, Netflix is “gathering” a new animated show, and Slimer is coming to Magic the Gathering. Plus, we’ve got Whistler, creator of the Rapscallion RPG here to talk rowdy pirates, ghost ships, and running away from “The Law” Rapscallion BackerKit Link: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/magpie-games/rapscallio…
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Chris went to the GW reveal and all he got was COVID-19! There was also this little con called Nova Open 2024 happening too. Also, there’s too many Cyberpunk games, Wizards messed up again with D&D, and Warhammer decided to try out this rotation thing Magic The Gathering keeps talking about. Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/discord N…
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What were the ups & downs of Gen Con? Pretty standard, but I doubt you really want to hear about Chris’ elevator rides. Instead, we go through the highlights of Gen Con 2024 and all the cool stuff that was there. Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/discord Liked our Monument Hobbies interview? You can now save by using our affiliate cod…
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Wizards of the Coast now has a video game centric CEO - I’m sure that will fix all of their problems . Also, play D&D in a Victorian era, and the Mistborn book series gets a new deckbuilding game. Then, we’ve got Carol Mertz, one of the lead game designers for Exploding Kittens on the show! Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/…
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Are we past the COVID boom of Board Games? People say Magic is dying, yet the sales numbers claim otherwise, and if apocalypses are your thing, we’ve got a wargame for you! Plus, Brad Talton from Level 99 Games joins us to talk about these things and show off Spooktacular, their upcoming horror Kickstarter! Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswor…
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X-Wing flies off into the sunset, we get a look at the new books for D&D, and apparently you all are buying a lot of toys. No guest this week, so we take a look at all the stuff that released during Free RPG Day! Also, apparently there’s a Renshaw Rant about 40K. Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/discord Liked our Monument Hobbies int…
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We had a lot of stuff to talk about at the end of Episode 242 of Boards & Swords, and we decided to keep streaming live and make our "Bonus Bits" free to non-patrons as well! Enjoy this? Then check out our Patreon below! Email us your comments and questions at [email protected]. We're on social media! Facebook.com/boardsandswordspod is o…
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Privateer Press sold the Warmachine IP? Adepticon is changing cities? And there’s a Final Fantasy 14 TTRPG coming? Plus, Andrew Fischer from Earthborne Games (https://earthbornegames.com/) is here to talk about making board games with as little environmental impact as possible. We don’t need no stinking shrink wrap here! Join us on Discord! https:/…
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There’s a game on Kickstarter called “Toothead”? Warhammer is coming after your wallet more, and someone’s wallet is $3 million lighter after buying a magic card. Plus, we’ve got Patrick Leder from Leder Games (https://ledergames.com/) here to talk about what they’ve got coming up in 4 letter-titled games! Join us on Discord! https://boardsandsword…
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Send us a text Hold onto your helms, adventurers! Our latest episode of "Legends, Loot, and Lore" is a roller coaster of daring escapades and raucous laughter. Our intrepid trio, with Theo Pimble in tow, we embark on a journey fraught with traps, treasure, and tantalizing mysteries that will surely keep you on the edge of your seat. Our bespoke dic…
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Now you can buy Asmodee instead of them buying things? Or, use Roll20 in your discord server? Or play the tabletop game of the video game of a tabletop game? Sounds like it’s been a busy news cycle - plus Keith from Thunderworks Games (https://thunderworksgames.com) is here to talk about the new games they have got coming soon! Join us on Discord! …
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Send us a text Prepare your spellbooks and tune your instruments, as today's episode is a magical symphony of gaming and music intertwined. We're joined by the extraordinarily talented Jocelyn, Berklee alum and the auditory architect of our Legends, Loot, and Lore podcast soundtrack. With her, we delve into the meticulous art of composing music and…
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Now your epic political fantasy games can be tiny, the Monopoly movie we all saw coming is actually happening, and of course there's a DC version of Marvel United coming. Also, Kit from Game Envy stops by to talk about their latest kickstarter and all the other cool painting accessories they have at Game Envy (https://gameenvy.net/) Join us on Disc…
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Send us a text Ever wondered how a bustling work life or the dizzying heights of prom excitement can coexist with the immersive world of Dungeons & Dragons? Catherine and Fable join us for an enthralling session where we traverse the landscape of Phandelver, confront the trials of Tresendar Manor, and engage in a lively debate about the spirit of g…
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Apparently there were a lot of minis sold in 2023...I had no idea *cough* bought tons of 40k tenth edition stuff *cough*. Also, someone saw a familiar looking coyote in a magic card and Danielle Lauzon from Cephalofair Games is here to talk about the Gloomhaven RPG! Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/discord Liked our Monument Hobbies …
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Send us a text Have you ever considered joining a gang of ruffians just to see if you could dance your way out of trouble? Well, we did just that in the latest escapade of Legends, Loot, and Lore! James, Fable, and Catherine (congrats on the new job!) found themselves wading through the murky waters of Phandalin's politics and power struggles, with…
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Send us a text Ever wondered if your dice collection is simply impressive or if it's ventured into hoarding territory? Mariah and Alejandra from the Table Talk podcast join us to discuss the infectious joy of tabletop RPGs and the fine line between a healthy habit and an obsession. We reminisce about nostalgic video games, laugh over the whimsy of …
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What's that? Sorry I can't hear you over the sound of the Halo theme song playing in my head. Ronnie Renton from Mantic Games is back on the show to talk about Halo: Flashpoint, coming later this year from Mantic Games. Also, Heroscape is coming back, there's going to be an Arkham Horror RPG and NASA made a D&D adventure? Join us on Discord! https:…
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Want to pretend to clean your Warhammer 40k minis? Yeah, I didn't realize people wanted that either. Plus, some good news about the former Prospero Hall studio employees and FanRoll is rolling into Dungeons & Dragons. Also, Xander from FFG stops by to talk about the upcoming Star Wars Unlimited TCG! (https://starwarsunlimited.com/) Join us on Disco…
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Send us a text Snuggle up and join Catherine and me as we peel back the curtain on a blustery day perfect for podcast musings and D&D daydreams. Picture this: the town of Phandalin, where Catherine's gnome, Zanros, tangles with the tribulations of running a B&B, mirroring her own bouts of resilience and self-advocacy. It's an intimate heart-to-hear…
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CMON is no longer doing Kickstarters, use IKEA instructions in a new rpg, and apparently crossover sets make MTG loads of cash. Also, Gabby from Bra Full of Sawdust (https://www.brafullofsawdust.com) is here to showcase all the custom wooden creations she makes for tabletop gamers (among others!) Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/disc…
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Send us a text Prepare to buckle in for a ride through the twists and turns of Phandalin as we join forces with the indomitable Zanros Bemblebomble in our latest escapade! Our crew, laden with tales of narrow escapes and healing hijinks, faces the Redbrands and contemplates the fate of our dear friend Gundren. With an arsenal of strategies and a sp…
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Our adventurers battle to stop Alexia from completing her ritual. Our adventurers, Adrok, Ares, Bowden, Chip and Kelgrace have made their way to the ritual site. Alexia has brought a group of mercenaries to protect her. Our adventurers and the mercenaries face off to determine if Alexia will succeed in her plan to reunite with her mother.…
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Send us a text Ever wonder what it's like to befriend goblins and wolves while navigating the treacherous twists and turns of a D&D campaign? Grab your dice and join Catherine, Fable, and me as we share the thrills of our latest Legends Loot Lore saga, from the comical notions of paying our eclectic band of creature recruits to the gripping rescue …
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Another video game becomes a board game, Guild Ball is coming back - for free? And is Hasbro selling D&D? We talk about all of these news stories along with Neal Hoffman from FanRoll Dice! Because you can never have enough dice....right? Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/discord Liked our Monument Hobbies interview? You can now save 1…
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Send us a text Embark on an epic quest with our valiant crew of adventurers and their unlikely goblin ally, Vincent, as they traverse perilous terrains and unravel the mysteries of the Goblin Cave. Our latest episode is a whirlwind of strategy, suspense, and sidesplitting humor, where the stakes are as high as the laughs. Join Dal Solace, Zanros Be…
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Send us a text Roll up with your twenty-sided dice and spell books, as "Legends, Loot and Lore" embarks on a spirited tour of Dungeons & Dragons' most memorable forays into television. Together with Catherine, a fixture in our podcasting party, we pay homage to the rasterized realms where D&D not only rolled initiative on screen but also cast a cha…
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