Ludonarrative Dissidents Livestream for August 2026
Summary
Narrative Dissidents hosts Russ Payton and Greg Stolze recap Gen Con, discussing a tornado warning, panel games, and new RPG acquisitions like *Hell of a Town*. They review horror media including *The Devil in Silver* and *The Killings at Ingleside*, while James Wallace shares news about a French edition of his Baron Munchausen book. The episode concludes with personal anecdotes about relationships and the impact of their work on fans.
Topics discussed
Intro: Monster accusations and Season 3 wrap-up
Season 4 plans and guest introductions
News: Spiel 2018 dice and travel updates
Sweden trip: Language similarities and game shops
TV recs: The Killing at Parish Station and Necronomicon
The Devil in Silver: Plot and Victor LaValle
Dan Stevens: Legion, The Guest, and Onslaught
Universal Soldier and John Cena's acting range
Personal: Writing struggles and keeping humble
Gen Con: Meeting fans and the 'cult leader' debate
Gen Con: Surviving the tornado and hotel flooding
Chat: Spanish LARP and RPR trivia game teams
Game: D&D weapon speed and armor cost quiz
Gen Con haul: New RPGs and solo games
Manga recs: Blaine and Junji Ito's Hellstar Reincarnation
Fan interactions: Impact of writing and reviews
Podcast and TV: The Bubble and Spider-Noir
New Game: Thomas Jefferson's Speedway Howe
Humor: Swedish supermarket review and art objects
Outro: Game of the Quiet Year and next steps
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