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Tomes of Magick: Faces of Magick

Tomes of Magick: Faces of Magick

Pooka and Bryce discuss M20 Faces of Magick. One of the final two books of Mage 20, a collection of NPCs, ideas and possibilities.

Show Notes

Executive Producers

Oracles

Derek Semsick • Jason Vines • DrawnCap • Ben Bandelow • Sean Gallagher • The Krewe of Erebus • PookaG • Christopher Phillips • Guy Stewart • Buck Gregory • Bad Company • Spartacus

Archmasters

Andrew Edelstein • Berto • Brad-O-the Blue • Dan Svensson • Jeffois • Leroy Bryce • Morgan Aran • Simon Strand • Wolf Larryson

Acolytes

DrunkDez • JadeBarroth • Maurice Hopkins • James B • Jervis Johnson • EBG • George Lara • Will Vincent • Chartan • Kevin Fitzpatrick • Loren Jensen • Rebecca Pool • Tyler Bryan • Jason Duncan • Sev Nessus • Bubba, The Pale One • Henry Craft • Eric Schwenke • Starfish • Ambiversion • Ryan Stray • Lolz & stuff • Kathleen Hailperin • Kelreek • Alexia • Patrick McNamara • Blaise Hebert • Rachel Grace • Daniel Scribner • Ricardo • RobH • Ryan • Aleks • Nikita Kleymenov • Leslie Weatherstone • Matthew Proehl • Anders S • Bryce Perry • Michael Parker • Jeremy Z • Melissa Krause • Ean Robertson • Curtis Hendricks • thatsrealneato • Cig • Manel Canós • Darren Hennessey • Eli Levinger • David Röhe • Jason Kennedy • Samuel Tobin • Nebero • Jenna F • Khris Kinner • Gray -Trilug- H • Daniel Cuppen • Ryan Kendy • Ia Bull • Stefan Carton

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Interview with Arden Leigh

Interview with Arden Leigh

Arden Leigh shares her magical journey—from neuro-linguistic programming and trauma healing to chaos magic, sigils, and becoming Grant Morrison’s magical heir. We explore her concept of “repatterning,” her band Arden and the Wolves, the ethics of magical identity, and the risks and rewards of narrative magic in RPGs like Mage: The Ascension. A vivid, vulnerable, and powerful conversation on transforming belief into reality.

Show Notes

  • The Repatterning Project – reprogramming life through self-directed ritual and psychology; course includes weekly lectures and group calls, focusing on assessing and resetting patterns for personal growth
  • Witch blood and how it relates to her own experiences and magical practices
  • The growth of magic culture with the internet, making it more accessible and efficient to learn and practice
  • Competitive nature of magic today and the challenges of maintaining control over one's practice
  • Bringing magic into role-playing games
  • Arden’s upcoming album with her band, Arden and the Wolves, titled The Bourbon Room Sessions
  • Arden’s plan to launch her own podcast and write a book, all related to her magical practices and the Repatterning Project

Executive Producers

Oracles

Derek Semsick • Jason Vines • DrawnCap • Ben Bandelow • Sean Gallagher • The Krewe of Erebus • PookaG • Christopher Phillips • Guy Stewart • Buck Gregory • Bad Company • Spartacus

Archmasters

Andrew Edelstein • Berto • Brad-O-the Blue • Dan Svensson • Jeffois • Leroy Bryce • Morgan Aran • Simon Strand • Wolf Larryson

Acolytes

DrunkDez • JadeBarroth • Maurice Hopkins • James B • Jervis Johnson • EBG • George Lara • Will Vincent • Chartan • Kevin Fitzpatrick • Loren Jensen • Rebecca Pool • Tyler Bryan • Jason Duncan • Sev Nessus • Bubba, The Pale One • Henry Craft • Eric Schwenke • Starfish • Ambiversion • Ryan Stray • Lolz & stuff • Kathleen Hailperin • Kelreek • Alexia • Patrick McNamara • Blaise Hebert • Rachel Grace • Daniel Scribner • Ricardo • RobH • Ryan • Aleks • Nikita Kleymenov • Leslie Weatherstone • Matthew Proehl • Anders S • Bryce Perry • Michael Parker • Jeremy Z • Melissa Krause • Ean Robertson • Curtis Hendricks • thatsrealneato • Cig • Manel Canós • Darren Hennessey • Eli Levinger • David Röhe • Jason Kennedy • Samuel Tobin • Nebero • Jenna F • Khris Kinner • Gray -Trilug- H • Daniel Cuppen • Ryan Kendy • Ia Bull • Stefan Carton

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Reality Deviants Book Club: King in Yellow

Adam and Pooka discuss Robert W. Chambers’ The King in Yellow mythos and other stories. Can they inspire Mage stories? Can these two stick to the subject?

Show Notes

Executive Producers

Oracles

Derek Semsick • Jason Vines • DrawnCap • Ben Bandelow • Sean Gallagher • The Krewe of Erebus • PookaG • Christopher Phillips • Guy Stewart • Buck Gregory • Bad Company • Spartacus

Archmasters

Andrew Edelstein • Berto • Brad-O-the Blue • Dan Svensson • Jeffois • Leroy Bryce • Morgan Aran • Simon Strand • Wolf Larryson

Acolytes

DrunkDez • JadeBarroth • Maurice Hopkins • James B • Jervis Johnson • EBG • George Lara • Will Vincent • Chartan • Kevin Fitzpatrick • Loren Jensen • Rebecca Pool • Tyler Bryan • Jason Duncan • Sev Nessus • Bubba, The Pale One • Henry Craft • Eric Schwenke • Starfish • Ambiversion • Ryan Stray • Lolz & stuff • Kathleen Hailperin • Kelreek • Alexia • Patrick McNamara • Blaise Hebert • Rachel Grace • Daniel Scribner • Ricardo • RobH • Ryan • Aleks • Nikita Kleymenov • Leslie Weatherstone • Matthew Proehl • Anders S • Bryce Perry • Michael Parker • Jeremy Z • Melissa Krause • Ean Robertson • Curtis Hendricks • thatsrealneato • Cig • Manel Canós • Darren Hennessey • Eli Levinger • David Röhe • Jason Kennedy • Samuel Tobin • Nebero • Jenna F • Khris Kinner • Gray -Trilug- H • Daniel Cuppen • Ryan Kendy • Ia Bull • Stefan Carton

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Tomes of Magick: World of Darkness: Hong Kong

Tomes of Magick: World of Darkness: Hong Kong

Join Pooka, Josh Hillerup, and the late Terry Robinson as they explore World of Darkness: Hong Kong — a bold, flawed take on supernatural Hong Kong in the 90s. From cultural missteps to cinematic world-building, we dive into the setting’s triumphs, critiques, and lasting impact.

Show Notes

Executive Producers

Oracles

Derek Semsick • Jason Vines • DrawnCap • Ben Bandelow • Sean Gallagher • The Krewe of Erebus • PookaG • Christopher Phillips • Guy Stewart • Buck Gregory • Bad Company • Spartacus

Archmasters

Andrew Edelstein • Berto • Brad-O-the Blue • Dan Svensson • Jeffois • Leroy Bryce • Morgan Aran • Simon Strand • Wolf Larryson

Acolytes

DrunkDez • JadeBarroth • Maurice Hopkins • James B • Jervis Johnson • EBG • George Lara • Will Vincent • Chartan • Kevin Fitzpatrick • Loren Jensen • Rebecca Pool • Tyler Bryan • Jason Duncan • Sev Nessus • Bubba, The Pale One • Henry Craft • Eric Schwenke • Starfish • Ambiversion • Ryan Stray • Lolz & stuff • Kathleen Hailperin • Kelreek • Alexia • Patrick McNamara • Blaise Hebert • Rachel Grace • Daniel Scribner • Ricardo • RobH • Ryan • Aleks • Nikita Kleymenov • Leslie Weatherstone • Matthew Proehl • Anders S • Bryce Perry • Michael Parker • Jeremy Z • Melissa Krause • Ean Robertson • Curtis Hendricks • thatsrealneato • Cig • Manel Canós • Darren Hennessey • Eli Levinger • David Röhe • Jason Kennedy • Samuel Tobin • Nebero • Jenna F • Khris Kinner • Gray -Trilug- H • Daniel Cuppen • Ryan Kendy • Ia Bull • Stefan Carton

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Some Tips for New Storytellers

Some Tips for New Storytellers

Adam’s riding solo on this one, and he’s pulling a bundle of helpful tricks and tips out of his Storyteller’s saddlebag—especially for folks just starting out running Mage games. If you’re a veteran, you might hear some familiar ground, but if you’re new to the Storyteller’s seat, this one’s a gold mine.

Show Notes

  • 🔍 Mysteries in Mage
    How to prep, run, and avoid dead-ends in investigative stories using the Three Clue Rule, leads vs. evidence, and flexible scene design.
  • 📉 Failing Forward
    Why a botched roll doesn’t have to mean failure. Let the players move forward with consequences instead of slamming the brakes.
  • 🎲 Let It Ride
    One roll covers an entire scene—less stress, more fun. A simple rule to keep the tension without constant dice-checking.
  • 🏙️ Portraying Cities with Flavor
    Bring your setting to life! Split the city into districts, add landmarks and “scenic encounter” tables to make your urban Mage game sing.
  • ⏰ Faction Clocks
    A slick little tool to track what NPC factions are up to, using clocks to show progress and raise stakes in the background.
  • 😈 Villain Advice
    Three time-tested tips:
    • Let worthy foes emerge from play
    • Keep villains offscreen and safe until the big showdown
    • Don’t be afraid to let bad guys run away when things go south
  • 📚 Source of Inspiration
    Much of this wisdom comes from Justin Alexander’s book So You Want To Be A Game Master and his legendary blog The Alexandrian, with Mage-friendly tweaks and examples sprinkled in.
  • 🎧 Related Episode
    Missions, Mysteries, and Magick: Paranormal Investigation in Mage – Using weird ⁠artifacts⁠, team dynamics and investigations that make sense in the World of Darkness.

Executive Producers

Oracles

Derek Semsick • Jason Vines • DrawnCap • Ben Bandelow • Sean Gallagher • The Krewe of Erebus • PookaG • Christopher Phillips • Guy Stewart • Buck Gregory • Bad Company • Spartacus

Archmasters

Andrew Edelstein • Berto • Brad-O-the Blue • Dan Svensson • Jeffois • Leroy Bryce • Morgan Aran • Simon Strand • Wolf Larryson

Acolytes

DrunkDez • JadeBarroth • Maurice Hopkins • James B • Jervis Johnson • EBG • George Lara • Will Vincent • Chartan • Kevin Fitzpatrick • Loren Jensen • Rebecca Pool • Tyler Bryan • Jason Duncan • Sev Nessus • Bubba, The Pale One • Henry Craft • Eric Schwenke • Starfish • Ambiversion • Ryan Stray • Lolz & stuff • Kathleen Hailperin • Kelreek • Alexia • Patrick McNamara • Blaise Hebert • Rachel Grace • Daniel Scribner • Ricardo • RobH • Ryan • Aleks • Nikita Kleymenov • Leslie Weatherstone • Matthew Proehl • Anders S • Bryce Perry • Michael Parker • Jeremy Z • Melissa Krause • Ean Robertson • Curtis Hendricks • thatsrealneato • Cig • Manel Canós • Darren Hennessey • Eli Levinger • David Röhe • Jason Kennedy • Samuel Tobin • Nebero • Jenna F • Khris Kinner • Gray -Trilug- H • Daniel Cuppen • Ryan Kendy • Ia Bull • Stefan Carton

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Tomes of Magick: M20 Sorcerer

Tomes of Magick: M20 Sorcerer

In this special pre-recorded episode from July 2024, Adam and Terry (with recovered audio thanks to Josh, Heath, and Pooka) dive deep into M20 Sorcerer. From forgotten hedge wizards to psychic phenomena, they unpack systems, powers, affiliations, and the curious absence of a storyteller chapter.

Show Notes

Executive Producers

Oracles

Derek Semsick • Jason Vines • DrawnCap • Ben Bandelow • Sean Gallagher • The Krewe of Erebus • PookaG • Christopher Phillips • Guy Stewart • Buck Gregory • Bad Company • Spartacus

Archmasters

Andrew Edelstein • Berto • Brad-O-the Blue • Dan Svensson • Jeffois • Leroy Bryce • Morgan Aran • Simon Strand • Wolf Larryson

Acolytes

DrunkDez • JadeBarroth • Maurice Hopkins • James B • Jervis Johnson • EBG • George Lara • Will Vincent • Chartan • Kevin Fitzpatrick • Loren Jensen • Rebecca Pool • Tyler Bryan • Jason Duncan • Sev Nessus • Bubba, The Pale One • Henry Craft • Eric Schwenke • Starfish • Ambiversion • Ryan Stray • Lolz & stuff • Kathleen Hailperin • Kelreek • Alexia • Patrick McNamara • Blaise Hebert • Rachel Grace • Daniel Scribner • Ricardo • RobH • Ryan • Aleks • Nikita Kleymenov • Leslie Weatherstone • Matthew Proehl • Anders S • Bryce Perry • Michael Parker • Jeremy Z • Melissa Krause • Ean Robertson • Curtis Hendricks • thatsrealneato • Cig • Manel Canós • Darren Hennessey • Eli Levinger • David Röhe • Jason Kennedy • Samuel Tobin • Nebero • Jenna F • Khris Kinner • Gray -Trilug- H • Daniel Cuppen • Ryan Kendy • Ia Bull • Stefan Carton

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Interview with Jiba Anderson on the Bata’a

Interview with Jiba Anderson on the Bata’a

Adam interviews Jiba Anderson, writer of the Bata’a chapter in Forbidden and Forgotten Orders. Jiba discusses how he reimagined the Bata’a craft, blending African and diasporic spirituality, music, and coded communication. He emphasizes authenticity, research, and the Bata’a’s global, secretive nature. Jiba also shares his broader work in comics, including The Horseman and upcoming projects.

Show Notes

Executive Producers

Oracles

Derek Semsick • Jason Vines • DrawnCap • Ben Bandelow • Sean Gallagher • The Krewe of Erebus • PookaG • Christopher Phillips • Guy Stewart • Buck Gregory • Bad Company • Spartacus

Archmasters

Andrew Edelstein • Berto • Brad-O-the Blue • Dan Svensson • Jeffois • Leroy Bryce • Morgan Aran • Simon Strand • Wolf Larryson

Acolytes

DrunkDez • JadeBarroth • Maurice Hopkins • James B • Jervis Johnson • EBG • George Lara • Will Vincent • Chartan • Kevin Fitzpatrick • Loren Jensen • Rebecca Pool • Tyler Bryan • Jason Duncan • Sev Nessus • Bubba, The Pale One • Henry Craft • Eric Schwenke • Starfish • Ambiversion • Ryan Stray • Lolz & stuff • Kathleen Hailperin • Kelreek • Alexia • Patrick McNamara • Blaise Hebert • Rachel Grace • Daniel Scribner • Ricardo • RobH • Ryan • Aleks • Nikita Kleymenov • Leslie Weatherstone • Matthew Proehl • Anders S • Bryce Perry • Michael Parker • Jeremy Z • Melissa Krause • Ean Robertson • Curtis Hendricks • thatsrealneato • Cig • Manel Canós • Darren Hennessey • Eli Levinger • David Röhe • Jason Kennedy • Samuel Tobin • Nebero • Jenna F • Khris Kinner • Gray -Trilug- H • Daniel Cuppen • Ryan Kendy • Ia Bull • Stefan Carton

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Houses of Hermes

Order of Hermes

This lost episode of Mage: The Podcast features a pre-recorded discussion with the late Terry Robinson and Michael Mercere on the Houses of Hermes, blending Mage: The Ascension and Ars Magica lore. They explore the Orders legalism, politics, traditions, and mysticism, touching on key figures, tribunal systems, magical legacies, and house-specific quirks.

Show Notes

Executive Producers

Oracles

Derek Semsick • Jason Vines • DrawnCap • Ben Bandelow • Sean Gallagher • The Krewe of Erebus • PookaG • Christopher Phillips • Guy Stewart • Buck Gregory • Bad Company • Spartacus

Archmasters

Andrew Edelstein • Berto • Brad-O-the Blue • Dan Svensson • Jeffois • Leroy Bryce • Morgan Aran • Simon Strand • Wolf Larryson

Acolytes

DrunkDez • JadeBarroth • Maurice Hopkins • James B • Jervis Johnson • EBG • George Lara • Will Vincent • Chartan • Kevin Fitzpatrick • Loren Jensen • Rebecca Pool • Tyler Bryan • Jason Duncan • Sev Nessus • Bubba, The Pale One • Henry Craft • Eric Schwenke • Starfish • Ambiversion • Ryan Stray • Lolz & stuff • Kathleen Hailperin • Kelreek • Alexia • Patrick McNamara • Blaise Hebert • Rachel Grace • Daniel Scribner • Ricardo • RobH • Ryan • Aleks • Nikita Kleymenov • Leslie Weatherstone • Matthew Proehl • Anders S • Bryce Perry • Michael Parker • Jeremy Z • Melissa Krause • Ean Robertson • Curtis Hendricks • thatsrealneato • Cig • Manel Canós • Darren Hennessey • Eli Levinger • David Röhe • Jason Kennedy • Samuel Tobin • Nebero • Jenna F • Khris Kinner • Gray -Trilug- H • Daniel Cuppen • Ryan Kendy • Ia Bull • Stefan Carton

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Interview with Atalanti Evripidou on the Sisters of Hippolyta

Interview with Atalanti Evripidou on the Sisters of Hippolyta

Pooka G chats with Atalanti Evripidou about her Sisters of Hippolyta chapter for Forbidden & Forgotten Orders. Atalanti is a longtime TTRPG fan and revamped the Sisters’ lore, blending myth, academia, and hope punk themes. Atalanti aimed to make them inspiring to play—strong, supportive, and fighting for change in many ways!

Show Notes

Executive Producers

Oracles

Derek Semsick • Jason Vines • DrawnCap • Ben Bandelow • Sean Gallagher • The Krewe of Erebus • PookaG • Christopher Phillips • Guy Stewart • Buck Gregory • Bad Company • Spartacus

Archmasters

Andrew Edelstein • Berto • Brad-O-the Blue • Dan Svensson • Jeffois • Leroy Bryce • Morgan Aran • Simon Strand • Wolf Larryson

Acolytes

DrunkDez • JadeBarroth • Maurice Hopkins • James B • Jervis Johnson • EBG • George Lara • Will Vincent • Chartan • Kevin Fitzpatrick • Loren Jensen • Rebecca Pool • Tyler Bryan • Jason Duncan • Sev Nessus • Bubba, The Pale One • Henry Craft • Eric Schwenke • Starfish • Ambiversion • Ryan Stray • Lolz & stuff • Kathleen Hailperin • Kelreek • Alexia • Patrick McNamara • Blaise Hebert • Rachel Grace • Daniel Scribner • Ricardo • RobH • Ryan • Aleks • Nikita Kleymenov • Leslie Weatherstone • Matthew Proehl • Anders S • Bryce Perry • Michael Parker • Jeremy Z • Melissa Krause • Ean Robertson • Curtis Hendricks • thatsrealneato • Cig • Manel Canós • Darren Hennessey • Eli Levinger • David Röhe • Jason Kennedy • Samuel Tobin • Nebero • Jenna F • Khris Kinner • Gray -Trilug- H • Daniel Cuppen • Ryan Kendy • Ia Bull • Stefan Carton

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Interview with Satyros Brucato on the Solificati

Adam interviews Satyros Brucato—writer, developer, and architect of Mage: The Ascension’s evolving mythos—who has been guiding mages through paradox-laden landscapes since the first edition. He played a key role in defining the game’s earliest metaplot, developed the majority of the first two editions, and later helped craft Mage 20, writing several of its core books. Today, he joins us to discuss Forbidden & Forgotten Orders, the latest release that explores hidden magical factions, lost alliances, and the enigmatic Solificati.

Show Notes

Executive Producers

Oracles

Derek Semsick • Jason Vines • DrawnCap • Ben Bandelow • Sean Gallagher • The Krewe of Erebus • PookaG • Christopher Phillips • Guy Stewart • Buck Gregory • Bad Company • Spartacus

Archmasters

Andrew Edelstein • Berto • Brad-O-the Blue • Dan Svensson • Jeffois • Leroy Bryce • Morgan Aran • Simon Strand • Wolf Larryson

Acolytes

DrunkDez • JadeBarroth • Maurice Hopkins • James B • Jervis Johnson • EBG • George Lara • Will Vincent • Chartan • Kevin Fitzpatrick • Loren Jensen • Rebecca Pool • Tyler Bryan • Jason Duncan • Sev Nessus • Bubba, The Pale One • Henry Craft • Eric Schwenke • Starfish • Ambiversion • Ryan Stray • Lolz & stuff • Kathleen Hailperin • Kelreek • Alexia • Patrick McNamara • Blaise Hebert • Rachel Grace • Daniel Scribner • Ricardo • RobH • Ryan • Aleks • Nikita Kleymenov • Leslie Weatherstone • Matthew Proehl • Anders S • Bryce Perry • Michael Parker • Jeremy Z • Melissa Krause • Ean Robertson • Curtis Hendricks • thatsrealneato • Cig • Manel Canós • Darren Hennessey • Eli Levinger • David Röhe • Jason Kennedy • Samuel Tobin • Nebero • Jenna F • Khris Kinner • Gray -Trilug- H • Daniel Cuppen • Ryan Kendy • Ia Bull • Stefan Carton

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