Podcast thumbnail for Eldritch History: RPG Legends & Lore

Eldritch History: RPG Legends & Lore

Claim This Podcast

by Jacob Tomlinson Korst

5.0(4 reviews)
18 episodes
Updated Daily
Accepts GuestsHas Sponsors

Podcast Overview

<p>Eldritch History is a podcast about the background, legends and lore of tabletop role playing games. Each episode focuses on a specific element of TTRPGs (a particular game, character, story, product, company, movie, etc) and explores its fictional and real world origins. Have you ever wondered where the Whispered One came from? Why the gorgon is a bull? Why are there so many games about Cthulhu? Then this is the podcast for you.</p>

Language

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡²

Publishing Since

5/20/2022

Reach the team behind Eldritch History: RPG Legends & Lore

Verified contact details for this show aren't on file yet β€” sign up to get notified when they land.

Recent Episodes

Episode thumbnail for Ravenloft - The Domains of Dread - Part I

October 29, 2022

Ravenloft - The Domains of Dread - Part I

Send us a text This is Ravenloft, everybody scream! At this spooky time of year I couldn't help but look at the creepy side of D&amp;D. So we're going into the mists and exploring the Domains of Dread: Bluetspur, Borca, The Carnival, Darkon, Dementlieu, Falkovnia, Har'Akir, Hazlan, and I'Cath. You can follow along with Van Richten's Guide to Ravenloft as we look at the changes, Easter eggs, and things left behind in bringing the Demiplane of Dread to 5E. Twitter: @EldritchHistory Face...

Episode thumbnail for One D&D - Orcs & Ardlings

October 9, 2022

One D&D - Orcs & Ardlings

Send us a text One D&amp;D is on the horizon and playtesting is already underway. But while we're looking to the future of the game, it's also important to look at where in its past some of the changes are coming from. This episode I look at two options for PCs that are unique for One D&amp;D in different ways. Orcs trace back to the very beginning of the game, but for the first time may become a core playable race. The Ardlings on the other hand are brand new, but continue some longstanding ...

Episode thumbnail for Lord of the Rings RPGs

September 3, 2022

Lord of the Rings RPGs

Send us a text One ring to rule them all, One ring to find them, One ring to bring them all, and in the darkness bind them! I wish there was only one Middle-Earth game to bind all the players together, but over the past 40 years of LotR RPGs, there's a few more than that. This episode breaks down the gaming (and legal!) history of Tolkien's greatest works. From M.E.R.P. to the One Ring and everything in between. The One Ring 2e at DriveThruRPG Ben Riggs' Slaying the Dragon: A Secret His...

18 total episodes available

Deep-dive analytics for Eldritch History: RPG Legends & Lore

Frequently asked questions

Have a different question and can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our support team by sending us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.

What is Eldritch History: RPG Legends & Lore?
<p>Eldritch History is a podcast about the background, legends and lore of tabletop role playing games. Each episode focuses on a specific element of TTRPGs (a particular game, character, story, product, company, movie, etc) and explores its fictional and real world origins. Have you ever wondered where the Whispered One came from? Why the gorgon is a bull? Why are there so many games about Cthulhu? Then this is the podcast for you.</p>
How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.

Legal Disclaimer

Pod Engine is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with any of the podcasts displayed on this platform. We operate independently as a podcast discovery and analytics service.

All podcast artwork, thumbnails, and content displayed on this page are the property of their respective owners and are protected by applicable copyright laws. This includes, but is not limited to, podcast cover art, episode artwork, show descriptions, episode titles, transcripts, audio snippets, and any other content originating from the podcast creators or their licensors.

We display this content under fair use principles and/or implied license for the purpose of podcast discovery, information, and commentary. We make no claim of ownership over any podcast content, artwork, or related materials shown on this platform. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are the property of their respective owners.

While we strive to ensure all content usage is properly authorized, if you are a rights holder and believe your content is being used inappropriately or without proper authorization, please contact us immediately at hey@podengine.ai for prompt review and appropriate action, which may include content removal or proper attribution.

By accessing and using this platform, you acknowledge and agree to respect all applicable copyright laws and intellectual property rights of content owners. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of the content displayed on this platform is strictly prohibited.