Star Trek Adventures: Continuing Conversations

The Magic of Star Trek RPGs: Intentionality and Positive Impact

Kelli Fitpatrick, Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke ask "Does writing hopeful science fiction and fantasy even matter with everything that's going on in the world right now?" Join the deep dicussion and let us know what you think in the comments section.
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00:00:22 - Introductions: Dismuke, Johnson, and Fitzpatrick00:01:40 - Employee morale and hopeful sci-fi00:03:32 - Optimistic fiction explores humanity's future00:07:31 - Optimism and escapism importance in fiction10:44 - Game design for positive dopamine hits11:11 - Session zero: Setting game tone upfront12:55 - Gaming's positive impact on real world14:44 - Star Trek RPGs and leadership skills00:18:57 - Nuance: Ethical scenarios and RPG complexities00:27:23 - Writing matters, especially in difficult times

Beyond Sci-Fi: Genre-Bending in Star Trek RPGs

Kelli Fitzpatrick joins this week show to discuss the question "Is there a genre that Star Trek has NOT touched?" Enjoy the discussion and insights about how to bring different genres into your Star Trek Adventures game.
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00:00:20 - Introductions and writing discussion00:04:12 - Q's powers: Science or magic?00:07:49 - Star Trek: Technology, magic, spirituality00:14:13 - Star Trek's classic Hollywood themes00:20:27 - Egyptian magic as advanced technology00:23:21 - Earth post World War III setting00:26:27 - Kelly's website and diverse work

From TOS to Strange New Worlds: The 23rd Century in Star Trek Adventure

Continuing Conversations: Starfleet in the 23rd Century! Announcing the newest supplement to the Star Trek Adventures 2e universe! Join writers  Aaron Pollyea, Al Spader, Sarah Kennedy, Chris McCarver, Bill Barbato, Michael Dismuke, and Jim Johnson as we get hype over all the goodness that came from the TOS, TAS, DIS, SNW, and Movie-era of Trek!
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00:00:20 - Introductions of Michael, Jim, and Aaron00:06:13 - Reimagining the Gorn in Star Trek00:12:51 - Revisiting the original Star Trek series00:15:56 - Speaker loves Discovery and Klingon redesigns00:18:47 - Condensing Star Trek lore challenges00:25:06 - Genesis project's political powder keg00:30:45 - Distilling Star Trek's Century for RPGs00:37:58 - Klingon and Romulan psychology across time00:43:57 - Book focuses on entire century of Trek00:49:40 - Gratitude to Peter David, Star Trek writer

Kira Nerys: Modeling a Complex Character in Star Trek Adventures RPG

AJ Fox joins Jim and Michael as we break down the character of Kira Nerys: her relevance, her strengths, her dynamics. Then we talk about how to create a similar-type character for your STA campaign: the dangers, the perks!
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00:00:20 - Introductions: Michael, Jim, and guest AJ00:01:46 - Kira character analysis and RPG modeling00:06:53 - Deep Space Nine's political commentary00:10:29 - Kira, Opaka, and Bajoran perspectives00:16:44 - Kira's character arc and relationships00:23:23 - Bajor, Federation, and wormhole control00:26:29 - RPG session zero: Kira and safety tools00:33:10 - Building contrasting characters for role-playing00:39:43 - Discovery rewatch reveals nuances00:42:38 - AJ's projects: TTRPG talk show, editing

5, 4, 3, 2, 1: A Quick & Easy Character Development Guide for RPGs & Writing

Yep, back to weekly) AJ FOX is back to talk about the stupendously amazing 5-4-3-2-1 system for character development! Listen in and prepare to flesh out your PCs in new and imaginative ways.
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Chapters00:00:16 - Introductions of Michael, Jim, and AJ Fox00:03:11 - Developmental, integral concepts for characters00:05:57 - Character development as a writing tool00:08:40 - Player versus character goals in RPGs00:11:29 - Failing forward and character development00:13:18 - Important NPCs: friends and foes00:14:24 - Players creating character backstories00:17:07 - Character secrets and Rutherford's implant00:19:56 - Kirk's son reveal and motivations00:22:43 - Motivations beyond Starfleet Academy graduation

Unleash Your Creativity: Solo RPGs and the Power of Storytelling

Continuing Conversations w/ Peter Norton of Hollowponds Solo Sagas.  This week on the show, we sit down with Peter Norton, the creative force behind Hollowponds Solo Sagas, to talk about his bold leap into full-time storytelling. We dive into his upcoming projects, his vision for building a vibrant solo RPG community, and his creative ventures into Star Trek Adventures Captain’s Log. From passion to profession, from the depths of original worlds to the final frontier—this is an episode packed with inspiration, insight, and the art of going boldly… alone.
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00:00:20 - Meeting Michael, Jim, and Peter00:06:35 - Solo role-playing and creative freedom00:12:46 - Solo game design and imagination00:15:26 - Star Trek, gaming, and show genres00:20:53 - Captain encounters sentient lichen species00:25:17 - Captain's Log as role-playing tool00:29:36 - Capping stories and building arcs00:35:27 - Writing requires constant practice00:40:13 - Sign off: Live long and prosper

From Star Trek to Saucers: Aaron Pallier's New RPG Projects

Guest Aaron Pollyea comes on to talk about his latest project: Saucer Squadron. Then we dive into sectors and star systems in Star Trek Adventures Exploration Guide!
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This podcast features Jim Johnson, Michael Dismuke, and Aaron Pallier discussing Aaron's recent projects. The conversation centers around Saucer Squadron, a 1950s-themed tactical wargame about a Roswell-inspired alien conspiracy, available as a PDF and print-on-demand, with future STL miniatures planned. They also delve into the Star Trek Adventures Exploration Guide, releasing October 3rd, which boasts detailed astronomical accuracy, facilitating in-depth exploration gameplay and world-building. The guide's scientific rigor, layered approach to exploration (sector, system, planet), and compatibility with tools like Starforged are highlighted. The discussion expands on potential uses for the guide in various game formats, including large-scale fleet battles and integrating it with other RPG systems like Captain's Log. Finally, the podcast touches upon Aaron's extensive science fiction movie podcast (covering 270+ films) and the team's future projects, including a new game, "redacted," co-created with Al Spader.
00:21:44 - Intro: Aaron Pallier's Sci-Fi Project03:28 - Saucer Squadron Game Design07:00 - Saucer Squadron: Pulp Sci-Fi10:29:27 - Sci-Fi Movie & Future Plans13:18 - Star Trek Adventures Guide16:30 - Scientific Accuracy in Games20:00 - Star Trek Adventure Design23:02:22 - Sector Creation in RPGs25:35 - Expanding Star Trek Systems29:08 - Detailed Space Battles in Star Trek37:38 - Closing Thoughts on Guide40:30 - Childhood & Cosmic Inspiration46:01 - Farewell

Star Trek Adventures Character and Ship Creator app

BC Holmes is back with the latest and greatest with the Star Trek Adventures Character and Ship Creator app!!!!!
 
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