Plus Or Minus: A Fudge Rpg Podcast

... Gotta practice breathing through my nose...<p>Welcome to my 11th episode, I can finally say this one goes to 11!<p>So in this episode I talk a bit about how I began with the game, the first campaign I ever ran with Fudge, some pre-made games to get you going, and some ways to engage with the community.<p>Some quick notes on how to connect with the Fudge IRC channel. If your not "IRC Savvy" you can use the link below to connect using a handy web app linked to on the Grey Ghost Games website. For those familiar with IRC you just need to connect to the Otherworlders server @ irc.otherworlders.org port 6664 and join the #fudge channel.<p>Support the Show on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/PlusorMinus">Patreon.com/PlusorMinus</a><div class="entry-content"><p>Music is Blind Love Dub by Jeris (c) copyright 2017 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. <a href="http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/VJ_Memes/55416">http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/VJ_

Here is an episode where I wax poetic about dice. I was trying a cardioid langolier mic, I'm debating if I like the audio quality of it. I'm testing it in hopes of doing some interviews over the phone soon. In this episode I'll talk about features of Fudge Dice, sources for these wondrous creatures, and alternatives to them. Additionally I talk a little about when not to roll them bones, and discuss the possibility of doing future liveplays to make the game more accessible.Links 4DF Probability Distribution (anydice) Grey Ghost Games Dice Eldritch Fate Dice Wiz Dice Terrestrial Mystical Q-workshops Poker Dice Deck of Fate (My Review on Youtube) Fudge Coins (Anydice) Princess Bride Quickstart Another Fine Mess Milkrun Podcast, 5th edition Shadowrun actual play Fudge Random Tables City System Vornheim Random Esoteric Creature Generator Starships and Spacemen (funny forehead alien generator) Psi-PunkSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/plusorminus)

I apologize if it sounds like your sitting in my mouth, I was getting a cold and had the mic closer than I should have. In this episode I discuss the nature, usage, and viability of attribute scores in Fudge. I think fudge gets some flack for being an "incomplete" game or "just a toolkit" because of the nebulous description of how attributes work in the game. Attributes are recommended, but totally optional. Fate Core, arguably the most popular Fudge derivative out there, ditches Attributes entirely. On top of this, if you do decide to use them you don't necessarily have to have every player using the same list of attributes. I touch on most of this in the show. I'll eventually do a treatment of each type of Trait over time. I also talk about raising the profile of Fudge in general. For my part I'm currently doing the podcast, and running a Discord to encourage discussion. As my schedule allows I'd like to do more. I'm going to try a little harder to get a regular group together, I'm also thinking o

The second half of my review of A Magical Medley. In this half we finish up the Celtic system, look at the Chinese, Gramary, and Occult systems. I'm debating weather I like doing shows as two parts. Please pop into the Discord and let me know what you think.  If you think the call in number is a good idea, please go ahead and call in. I'm still on the fence as to weather or not to hang on to it going forward. Thanks for listening. LinksFable Video Game SeriesCall of CthulhuIntelligent SwordsSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/plusorminus)

So actually, I am going to review a Magical Medley. I've been busy lately, which is why this is coming out a week late. The next episode should come out on time because this is actually one episode split into two parts for time. I kind of rambled a bit, and got off topic here and there, but I decided to keep it all in since I feel like its of some interest to my listeners. This is a pretty extensive review of A Magical Medley from Grey Ghost Games. The review was prompted by some questions on the Discord about magic systems in Fudge. This book is a collection of different magical systems influenced by real world myths, Fantasy, and Science Fantasy. The book also contains an introductory adventure. Since nobody seems that interested in using the voicemail number I'm going to focus more on the Discord, so come join us there to discuss Fudge... and to a lesser extent other RPGs. LinksPaul DupuisGurps MagicGatecrasherBlood Clot BoyKalku Some Cool ArtSkin WalkersNaked CeltsGaesLe Morte D'Arthur

A quick update to the last episode. The version of Scale I clarified at the top of that episode was a pure fever dream. As such I start this episode off with a clear and consice explanation taken directly from 4.22 and 4.58 of the Fudge 1995 edition of the rules. I also review Another Fine Mess from Grey Ghost Games. Another Fine Mess is an introductory adventure, both for starting players and to explain how fudge games can work to starting Game Masters. Aside from some not-on-the-tin body horror its a pretty awesome adventure you should probably pick up for your next oneshot or offbeat fantasy setting. LinksBuilding Fudge GamesFudge 1995 editionAnother Fine MessGrey Ghost GamesMetamorphosis AlphaSpoony's Ultima 2 RetrospectiveFate Horror ToolkitA Magical MedleyAccessible GamesSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/plusorminus)

edit: sorry also for the inaccuracy. Ignore my explanation of scale in this episode. I'll clarify it in the next episode. Sorry. Sorry for the delay, I'm feeling much better. I'm going to try to prerecord an episode or two ahead to prevent this in the future. This episode is all about answering questions, specifically this one: [4:58 PM] Viaken: I've heard complaints that universal systems make everything "feel same-y". Do you all do anything to avoid that? If so, what?This is from the Plus or Minus Discord server, which you can join here. In this episode we delve into the mechanical tweaks that several different Fudge derivatives have used to make themselves play and feel distinct. Specifically I contrast and compare Micro Fudge, Mutant Bikers of the Atomic Wasteland, Fate (Core and Accelerated), and Icons. Additionally I talk a little bit more about scale, a topic I will probably revisit in a few more shows covering specific applications in game design. Seriously, thank you all for waiting, l

I start off by responding to a listener question left on our voicemail at (661) 368-5306 by Johnathan Snyder, who is also one of my Patreon supporters. Hey, this is Jonathan author of Blood in Space. Hey, I was just listening to your last podcast about the damage factors and just wanted to bring up your response about adding different things in with the damage factors, like taking consideration of a fantasy type game where you know certain things are more immune to certain types of attacks, a lot like what the D20 system does, I was wondering what your thoughts are on how something like that could be implemented. I know I put together one a while ago. But yeah, that's just pretty much my thought that came to mind when I was listening to your podcast and was wanting to see if you ever want to cover your opinion on modify the damage factors to take any more fantasy setting with monster immunity and so forth like that. So yeah, thanks. I really appreciate your podcast and what you doing as University and I

Call the show with your Tips, Questions, or Comments: 1 (661) 368-5306In this episode I cover the exciting world of Fudge Damage Factors, all the things that can affect them, and how to use them most effectively. This seems to be a very elusive part of the game for many people, and like THAC0 before it, I think its largely down to poor explanation. Its just a simple way to add up all the different weapon/gear/gift/fault/scale factors that can affect damage, and pre-calculating them to speed up play. Also I bring up the idea of getting a new Fudge Zine up and going. If there is enough community interest I might be able to wedge such a thing in. Maybe done through the Patreon account somehow. If you like what I'm doing consider becoming a Patron over at Patreon.com/PlusorMinusLinks Matter of ScalePrincess brideDemo with Min mid max damage (also in the core rules)Fate HorrorFate CthulhuMusic is Blind Love Dub by Jeris (c) copyright 2017 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.

Plus or Minus Homepage, Become a Patron, Call the Show! (661) 368-5306In this episode we are going to begin to explore the Scale rules in Fudge. Scale is an often misunderstood part of the game, but probably the most central one. In the show we'll explore exactly what Scale is, how it works, and different ways to use it. Its probably the most important part of the system you've never used. Additionally in the episode I announce my interest in getting some kind of organized play up and running. If you own, manage, work at, or know a guy at, a game store please reach out to me. Fudge Fest Fridays has a certain ring to me... Also could do it at pubs... Just saying. The Music is Hungarian Rag - One-Step by Edison Military Band Publication date 1913 Usage Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike LinksWarrior, Rogue, & MageAnother Fine MessFive Point FudgeGatecrasherFudge scale Scale ExampleFUDGE Scale applied to Skills, Gifts, and FaultsNew Products From Jonathan Snyder Terror on OvshinBlo

Plus or Minus Homepage, Become a Patron, Call the Show! (661) 368-5306Hello and welcome to Plus or Minus, the Fudge hacking podcast. In this, my very first episode of the show, I give a brief overview of Fudge, its relationship to Fate, and what I've gleaned of that transition from FudgeFactor. I thought it was important to cover this topic as a sort of bonus episode zero for folks coming to Fudge, Fate, or Icons late in the game so they kind of understand the relationships therein. Episodes to follow will dig into more of the mechanics of Fudge in all its varied forms. ... Did you hear me say wroten? The Music is Hungarian Rag - One-Step by Edison Military Band Publication date 1913 Usage Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike LinksSteffan O'SullivanSteffan O'Sullivan interview on FudgeFactorBunnies and BurrowsGamma WorldGurpsGurps BestiaryThe Princess Bride the Roleplaying GameAnn DupuisAnn Dupuis interview on Fudge FactorChampions of Mystara (a personal favorite)Another Fine MessGamemastering