After an intense 5-episode exploration of a remarkable system, join us as we debrief and reflect on our favorite moments and mechanics.This setting and its characters were created using Tyler Crumrine’s game Single Unique Power. If you haven’t heard us play through that game, we'd highly recommend going back and doing that so you're more familiar with the world! Want to try out Masks: A New Generation yourself? Check out https://magpiegames.com/products/masks-a-new-generation-hardcoverpdf where you can find Masks and plenty of other games by Brendan Conway and Magpie Games. If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygame Theme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by Captain Qubz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The final clash. With the city in peril and no one else to save it, will our group of teenage heroes manage to stop a growing threat? For the thrilling finale of the Masks mini-arc we'll find out whether they can overcome their own weaknesses and interpersonal tensions for the sake of the greater good.This setting and its characters were created using Tyler Crumrine’s game Single Unique Power. If you haven’t heard us play through that game, we'd highly recommend going back and doing that so you're more familiar with the world! Want to try out Masks: A New Generation yourself? Check out https://magpiegames.com/products/masks-a-new-generation-hardcoverpdf where you can find Masks and plenty of other games by Brendan Conway and Magpie Games. If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygame Music Used in This Episode:Blood Meridian by SPEARFISHERVivace by SPEARFISHERTheme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by Captain Qubz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SPOILER WARNING: Episode includes major spoilers for our Masks - Play (Part 4) episode, so if you haven't listened to that yet don't listen to this!Our last episode ended on such a perfect cliffhanger that we wanted to separate the end-of-session upkeep we did directly afterward. However, we thought we should share it anyway so you get the full mechanical experience of the game! Enjoy a brief check-in on the state of our heroes' relationships and self-images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our heroes consult their elders for some advice and discover the latest fad in the process. Who can they trust? What's really brewing? Who was behind the monster crab attack? With these questions come hard truths that may lead to a sinister revelation that could shake the core of the city.This setting and its characters were created using Tyler Crumrine’s game Single Unique Power. If you haven’t heard us play through that game, we'd highly recommend going back and doing that so you're more familiar with the world! Want to try out Masks: A New Generation yourself? Check out https://magpiegames.com/products/masks-a-new-generation-hardcoverpdf where you can find Masks and plenty of other games by Brendan Conway and Magpie Games. If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygame Music Used in This Episode:Blood Meridian by SPEARFISHERTheme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by Captain Qubz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Suspicions arise as the team interrogates the elusive witch (and Forrest’s mother): Sarah, The Hermit. After revisiting some bittersweet memories, the teens have a lead on who to visit next. A storm is brewing…can our heroes piece together the conspiracy threatening the kingdom before it’s too late?This setting and its characters were created using Tyler Crumrine’s game Single Unique Power. If you haven’t heard us play through that game, we'd highly recommend going back and doing that so you're more familiar with the world! Want to try out Masks: A New Generation yourself? Check out https://magpiegames.com/products/masks-a-new-generation-hardcoverpdf where you can find Masks and plenty of other games by Brendan Conway and Magpie Games. If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygame Music Used in This Episode:Transatlantic by Rowan Hudson's Passing ShipsTheme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by Captain Qubz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jumbo crabs. Witches. Strange rocks. What seemed like a relaxing end-of-day victory celebration has turned into something a bit more complicated. The team makes their way to meet with Forrest's mom in the grove, but quickly find themselves in a pinch. How will they overcome this new threat? Tune in this week to find out!This setting and its characters were created using Tyler Crumrine’s game Single Unique Power. If you haven’t heard us play through that game, we'd highly recommend going back and doing that so you're more familiar with the world! Want to try out Masks: A New Generation yourself? Check out https://magpiegames.com/products/masks-a-new-generation-hardcoverpdf where you can find Masks and plenty of other games by Brendan Conway and Magpie Games. If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygame Music Used in This Episode:Mara Mara by by Hans Johnson. Theme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by Captain Qubz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a world of filled with terrifying crustaceans, terrestrial sea witches, and terrible sunburns, one group of super-teens is looking to make a name for themselves. In this episode, we meet our characters! Louie Giles, the bright-eyed teen jumping towards his lofty dreams. Brie Plumtree, the rebel punk making her and her friends' voices heard. Forrest, the kind-hearted hero the running away from their legacy. And Cynthia Weathersby, the busy business-apprentice stretched thin between her desires and responsibilities. This setting and its characters were created using Tyler Crumrine’s game Single Unique Power. If you haven’t heard us play through that game, we'd highly recommend going back and doing that so you're more familiar with the world! Want to try out Masks: A New Generation yourself? Check out https://magpiegames.com/products/masks-a-new-generation-hardcoverpdf where you can find Masks and plenty of other games by Brendan Conway and Magpie Games. If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygame Music Used in This Episode:Ometepe Patterns by Rowan Hudson's Passing Ships Theme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by Captain Qubz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to a world of shells, castles, and supernatural powers. This week we'll talk through the setting we created when we played Single Unique Power and transition it into an entirely different system: Masks! Join us as we revisit these exciting characters and find out how we plan to make them come to life in our coming Masks multi-episode mini arc.If you haven't listened to the SUP episodes we'd highly recommend going back and doing that so you're more familiar with the world! We hope you can follow it either way but that is a great starting point if you want to hear more about it. Want to try out the game yourself? Check out https://magpiegames.com/products/masks-a-new-generation-hardcoverpdf where you can find Masks and plenty other games by Brendan Conway and Magpie Games.If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygameTheme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by Captain Qubz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're joined by Tyler Crumrine, creator of Single Unique Power and founder of Possible Worlds Games! We get some firsthand insight into the inspiration, development, and playtesting of the game in addition to Tyler's extensive background in both RPGs and theatre. What were the main influences on the game? Where did the name SUP come from? What is up? Find the answers to all these questions and more in today's very special Interview episode.Want to try out the game yourself? Check out https://www.possibleworldsgames.com/ where you can find SUP and many more of Tyler's games. You can also support his newly launched Kickstarter project this month, The Details of Our Escape!If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygameTheme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by Captain Qubz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We talk in depth about our experience playing Single Unique Power and other worldbuilding games as well as about how Michael could've possibly ended up with so many cards. Let's reflect on creative collaboration and how we can make some fascinating stories as long as we're willing to let our ideas fall to the whims of our friends... or our enemies!Want to try out the game yourself? Check out https://www.possibleworldsgames.com/ where you can find SUP and many more of Tyler's games. You can also support his newly launched Kickstarter project this month, The Details of Our Escape!If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygameTheme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by Captain Qubz(And if you really want to check out our old skit show that we mentioned in the episode... you can find it here) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.