In this episode we go over everything that we know about Koroks, the little tree-folk from the Legend of Zelda series. From their origins to their nomadic habits, we leave no leaf unturned as we go through the lore of Windwaker, Breath of the Wild, and Tears of the Kingdom. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the social media links below! Podcast & Social Media Links: linktr.ee/loredtodeath...
Apr 01, 2025•17 min
This week we dive into the recently released Avowed to unpack the lore behind the twelve deities that rule over Eora. To do that, we talk all about its predecessor, Pillars of Eternity, and the lore that was established in those two games. We go over everything from their conception, their impact on Eora, and how that affects the story of Avowed to answer all of your questions related to these gods. I also swear for the first time in an episode, which is pretty neat if you ask me. If you have an...
Mar 26, 2025•1 hr 18 min
This week we talk about Elden Ring Nightreign and my first thoughts and impressions of the game through the network test that happened the past weekend. We talk about everything from how I felt the game compared to other FromSoft titles like Dark Souls, Bloodborne, and (of course) Elden Ring, to how the game felt to play and go deep into the mechanics and how they differ from the main game. So join me as I go on a full tangent about one of my most anticipated titles of 2025. If you have an idea ...
Feb 26, 2025•36 min
This week we talk to the wanderer of Middle Earth, Aaron, the host of the Lore of the Rings podcast to talk about Tolkien's influence on modern fantasy, sci-fi, board games, and everything in between. We go deep into what makes the heroes journey, how Gary Gygax got a cease and desist for using the term Hobbit in early versions of Dungeons and Dragons, and the relationship between the themes of escapism and recovery. Be sure to check out the Lore of the Rings podcast through the links below: rin...
Feb 12, 2025•1 hr 2 min
This week, we dive into one of my favourite games which is Prey (2017) to uncover the lore behind TranStar Industries and how they came to acquire the Talos I station. We talk about everything from the space race of the 50's to the not-so-distance future of 2035 to fully explain everything about this game. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the social media links below! Podcast & Social Media Links: linktr...
Jan 29, 2025•52 min
This week we talk about anything and everything related to the devil-like race of Tieflings. From their creation as a race to how they are viewed in society- everything is in this episode. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the social media links below! Podcast & Social Media Links: linktr.ee/loredtodeath
Jan 15, 2025•25 min
With the end of the year coming up, we're taking a well-needed break to answer the questions that you all had! We talk about everything from my favourite games, my go-to pizza toppings, and the plans for 2025. Thank you to everyone who tuned in to the podcast this year. I appreciate every single one of you, and I can't wait to bring you more content next year. Have a safe and happy holiday season and new year! If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to ...
Dec 24, 2024•37 min
This week we dive into the Dead Three who consisted of Bane, Bhaal, and Myrkul; three mortals who dared to challenge the God of Dead for his portfolios. We go over everything from their life as mortals, their ascension to godhood, and their deeds as deities as well as how they were involved in the infamous Time of Troubles. If you're a fan of Baldur's Gate 3, you're not going to want to miss this one. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtode...
Dec 13, 2024•49 min
In this week's episode we delve into the story of Berserk, the hit Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Kentaro Miura. Using the deluxe edition volume 14, we go through the story beat by beat until the current date, catching us up on the story for those who can't remember what happened between chapters (aka, me) or those who are looking to get in to Berserk. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the s...
Nov 27, 2024•1 hr 3 min
This week we huddle around the campfire and look up at the moon in hopes of answering who are the twin goddesses of the moon, Selûne and Shar? We dive deep into sources everywhere from 3rd edition onward to answer the who, what, when, where, and why of some of the most powerful deities in the Faerunian pantheon. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the social media links below! Podcast & Social Media Links: ...
Nov 13, 2024•52 min
This week we are back with a dramatic reading of H.P. Lovecraft's "The Colour out of Space", continuing the podcast tradition of doing something spooky for Halloween. So sit back, relax, and listen to one of my favourite horror stories in its entirety. DISCLAIMER: The works written in this podcast are not my own, and I do not claim them as my own creative works. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the social me...
Oct 30, 2024•1 hr 11 min
This week we take a look into the mega-corporation that seems to have its hands in everything that Ellen Ripley does-- the Weyland-Yutani Corporation. Just what is "the company" and how did they get to where they are? We answer all of these questions in this deep dive from its founding all the way to its dismantling in this week's spooky episode. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the social media links below!...
Oct 18, 2024•49 min
Ever wondered how a humble adventurer could transform a pirate-infested harbor into a bustling city? Join us in our 40th episode of the Lord to Death podcast as we promise an enthralling journey through the lore of Balduran, the legendary figure behind Baldur's Gate. From his audacious escapades across the Trackless Sea to his philanthropic endeavors that fortified Grey Harbor, Balduran's tale is one of courage, wealth, and unprecedented transformation. Discover how his immense riches and strate...
Oct 02, 2024•42 min
This week we dive back into the world of Half Life to dig into the roots of the Combine to figure out who this mysterious inter dimensional entity is and why they are travelling the multiverse committing atrocities. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the social media links below! Podcast & Social Media Links: linktr.ee/loredtodeath
Sep 18, 2024•38 min
This week we take a bit of a detour from the usual formula to talk about a game that I played recently that had a profound impact on me. It's one of the best games I've played in recent memory, and the best Metroidvania that's been released in quite some time. Shoutout to Iron Pineapple on Youtube who I heard about this game through. Please go check out their content if you like the Soulsborne games. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodea...
Sep 04, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Once again we have special guest Seth from our friends over at the Overthinking Games Podcast to talk about the recently released Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. This is part 2 of 2 where we discuss the lore, discoveries, and some of our theories about the game. We also talk about Dune for longer than we probably needed to (which was any time at all. Sorry). If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the social...
Aug 07, 2024•1 hr 3 min
This week we have special guest Seth from our friends over at the Overthinking Games Podcast to talk about the recently released Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. This is part 1 of 2, and we talk about everything from our first impressions, thoughts on the new weapons, and our favourite bosses of FromSoftware's new masterpiece. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the social media links below! Podcast &...
Jul 24, 2024•51 min
Today we dive into the world of Elder Scrolls to answer the question of what happened to the Falmer and Dwemer, and how were they related? The history of the Elves in the Elder Scrolls is always a roller coaster, so join me on this journey while I read every book from Skyrim to try to figure it out. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the social media links below! Podcast & Social Media Links: linktr.ee/lor...
Jul 10, 2024•31 min
This week we dive into the history of the Gith, and more specifically the Githyanki and Githzerai tribes. From their time spent enslaved to their newfound freedom and civil war, we have it all covered down to the finest detail. Who are these funky little frog people, and what makes them tick? They're a pretty miserable people, so, everything, actually. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the social media links ...
Jun 26, 2024•52 min
Today, we take a leap back into the world of Fallout to talk about the reason that Fallout exists-- Vault Tec industries. Surely, a company who's sole reason for existing was to create fallout shelters to save people from a nuclear apocalypse would be a morally rich company, right? We go over everything from their roots to their end to find out. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the social media links below! ...
Jun 12, 2024•57 min
This week we take a bit of a break to answer some questions that listeners have sent in, and to talk about future content. Thank you for all of the support over the last year and a half of making this podcast, and I look forward to continuing to make content for you. Please check out my podcast friends mentioned in this video Rival x Reviews (@RivalxReviews) and Overthinking Games (@OverthinkingGames) wherever you can find your podcasts. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say he...
May 29, 2024•23 min
This week we dive into the Horizon universe to get to know the antagonists of Horizon: Forbidden West-- the Far Zenith. Who is this collective, where did they come from, and why are they so powerful? We explore that and more in this episode. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the social media links below! Podcast & Social Media Links: linktr.ee/loredtodeath...
May 15, 2024•38 min
This week we talk about the Illithid Race, more well known as Mind Flayers, to find out what makes them tick, and all of the minute details that separate them from octopuses. To cap it all off, we talk about the Illithid Empire, and why no one wants to see that come to fruition. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the social media links below! Podcast & Social Media Links: linktr.ee/loredtodeath...
May 01, 2024•1 hr 3 min
In this week's episode, we talk about the Martian War from Destroy All Humans between the Furon and the Blisk and the numerous consequences that came from it. I also rant like a madman about the intricacies of space travel and try to make sense of a fictional reality, which is a losing battle (but that will never stop me). If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the social media links below! Podcast & Social Me...
Apr 17, 2024•24 min
In this episode we explore the mysterious origins and cultural significance of April Fools' Day, delving into various theories and historical practices associated with the holiday. We contrast these with modern-day pranks and how April Fools' Day is celebrated around the world, highlighting the lack of a definitive origin story but embracing the whimsy and unpredictability that define the day. We also give our top 5 favourite April Fools' Day hoaxes throughout history, and things get really weir...
Apr 01, 2024•28 min
In this episode we explore the Witcher universe, from its origins in Andrzej Sapkowski's novels to its adaptations in games and on Netflix. We also delve into the history, etymology, and detailed lore of witchers, including their training, abilities, and the various schools they come from. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the social media links below! Podcast & Social Media Links: linktr.ee/loredtodeath...
Mar 20, 2024•56 min
Today I'm joined by RivalxReviews to talk about everything Persona. We go over everything from our favourite parts of the games, why we think that Persona 5 was such a popular entry for the series, and where we think the series will go with Persona 6. You can find DJ's podcast, RivalxReviews , on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts! If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the social media lin...
Mar 06, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Today we delve into the deep lore of our skeletal friend, Withers, from Baldur's Gate 3 to try to find out who he is and why he helps the party throughout the game. In doing so, we take a foray into the lore of the Dead Three, the main antagonists of the game, to help us answer these questions. We also learn what the undead do for fun in their free time, which is disturbing but ironic and hilarious. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeat...
Feb 21, 2024•27 min
This week we explore the lore behind the stoic protagonist of the Metroid series, Samus Aran, to discover who she is, what drives her, and what her journey was before the events of the games. We go through the manga series, explore a few extra tidbits from another comic, and go over the events of the games in this comprehensive overview of Samus' lore. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] or at one of the social media links ...
Feb 07, 2024•45 min
Have you ever wondered why it's always the seemingly benevolent pharmaceutical companies that are behind every zombie outbreak? Well, today we go over the events of the Dead Island games to find out why GeoPharm was responsible for this apocalyptic event. We also get into the roots of the Palm Golden Order, as well as the Consortium, to find out who was behind it all and for what reason. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to [email protected] ...
Jan 24, 2024•26 min
