The Frequency Shift will be episodes of Network Zero where we talk about other games close to our hearts. In this episode Chris and James talk about Kingdom Death: Monster, and focus on the Screaming Antelope, innovations, and making gear from the antelope. Check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220 . Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Music provided by Occams Laser https://occamslaser.bandca...
Apr 24, 2016•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 54
The Devil You Know Chris, and David discuss Inferno, a book from 1st edition, but that is still filled with lots of excellent ideas for games. We discuss using demons in your games, and suggestions on ways to make use of the book in Chronicles of Darkness 2nd Ed. In the Kirlian Camera segment, they look at the following films; Constantine Rosemary's Baby The House of the Devil Hellraiser Devil Fallen and more. For all the info for the upcoming White Wolf Convention of Thorns LARP event , there i...
Apr 16, 2016•2 hr 32 min•Ep. 53
Urban Horror Chris, Sam, and David discuss the new 2nd edition of Chronicles of Darkness, looking at some of the new systems and the premium POD book. In the Kirlian Camera segment, they look at the following films; The Mothman Prophecies It Follows Candyman Midnight Meat Train The Ring For all the info for the upcoming White Wolf Convention of Thorns LARP event , there is a pdf, why not have a read . Claus gives us some insight into the Convention of Thorns . Want to play a Vampire the Masquera...
Apr 07, 2016•2 hr 18 min•Ep. 49
Chris, and Matt are joined by Tia, artist and Nordic LARPer, who recently participated in the first of the new White Wolf Nordic LARPs, "End of Line". She takes the time to give us some insight into Nordic LARP, and an overview of her experience in the End of Line event. For Tia's own excellent artwork, it can be found here . For all the info for the upcoming Convention of Thorns LARP event , there is a pdf, why not have a read . Claus gives us some insight into the Convention of Thorns . Want t...
Apr 03, 2016•1 hr 17 min
Mike, Chris, and Chigg are joined by the luminaries of By Night Studios. CEO Jason the Elder, Lead Editor Jennifer "Loopy," and Developer Jason the Younger walk listeners through the basics of Mind's Eye Theater live action role-play and highlight the differences between older editions and their new books. The guests dig deep into Mind's Eye Theater Vampire and Werewolf, presenting epic events from past LARPs and discussing their newest plans. In particular, By Night Studios is excited to presen...
Mar 21, 2016•1 hr 34 min
Mike, Chris, and Matt discuss the latest news and interviews about White Wolf Publishing. Following a lengthy news update, Mike presents the classic Vampire: the Masquerade sourcebook Dark Colony covering the region of New England. Next, the crew explores a secret frequency on La Mancha Negra in Venezuela. Finally, Chris and Matt examine Heirs to Hell, a Demon: the Descent sourcebook about the offspring of the unchained. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our G...
Mar 01, 2016•1 hr 59 min
Note: This episode was recorded before the latest White Wolf interviews on February 13-15th. Darker Days intends to record a new darkling in two weeks time to discuss the latest updates. Mike, Chris, Matt, and Chigg return with the righteous rage of Gaia to discuss the new White Wolf Publishing, a subsidiary of Paradox Interactive. The crew discusses all the news from interviews and Tenebrae Noctis presentations, and throws in some of their own pure conjecture. To round out the episode, Chris pr...
Feb 16, 2016•1 hr 56 min
Mike, Chris, and James dive into a host of secret frequency tales about Ghost Ships, followed by a review of Book of the Deceived, for Mummy the Curse, and finishing up with a bonus segment as Chris and James talk about Kingdom Death: Monster Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220 . Be sure to subscribe through iTunes! Links for this episode: Chris, David and Sam head up a new, N...
Dec 02, 2015•2 hr 24 min
Chris and Sam (Darker Days Radio) are joined by David (Twisted Tales) to explore the weird and horror filled worlds of White Wolf/Onyx Path/Paradox Interactive. In particular the focus will be on the "Chronicles of Darkness" - formerly "New World of Darkness"- game lines; Vampire the Requiem, Werewolf the Forsaken, Mage the Awakening, Promethean the Created, Changeling the Lost, Hunter the Vigil, Geist the Sin-Eater, Mummy the Curse, Demon the Descent, and Beast the Primordial. Think of this epi...
Nov 27, 2015•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 48
Executive producer and Mage guru Mark Hope is joined by gaming veterans Mark Pryce and Noam Yanai to explore the biggest World of Darkness rulebook yet, Mage: the Ascension 20th Anniversary Edition. They cover mechanics, story, and even metaplot in a detailed review and field questions from World of Darkness fans across the internet. Interested in hearing more Mark? Check out some of his episodes with our friends at Midnight Express Podcast!...
Nov 02, 2015•1 hr 25 min
Mike, Chris, and Matt discuss the newest upcoming World of Darkness books announced at Gencon. Tonight's secret frequency discusses the conspiracy theory of Chemtrails.
Sep 16, 2015•1 hr 23 min
Real Talk Time: We discuss the ongoing changes to Beast: the Primordial this episode. It's a controversial topic that we attempt to discuss in a balanced manner, but due to time limitations on this already monstrous episode we are unable to cover every aspect of the debate. We encourage listeners to check out the updated Beast material HERE to draw their own conclusions. Mike, Chris, and Matt take an epic three hour journey into the World of Darkness. Mike presents some of the sample signature c...
Jun 19, 2015•3 hr 9 min
Mike and Chigg discuss the classic Vampire prop book Revelations of the Dark Mother.
Jun 09, 2015•33 min
Roll up! Roll up! The Midnight Circus is in town, bending the laws of reality and spiriting folk off into the night. In this episode the hosts cover the latest World of Darkness news (http://theonyxpath.com/) and then dive into a review of the CWoD book Midnight Circus They discuss how the book could be used for supporting cross-over games, and what elements could be re-used at your table. The Secret Frequency covers the phenomenon of Cargo Cults (everything is better with cults) and then wraps ...
Apr 01, 2015•2 hr 10 min
Mike, Chris, and Chigg are joined by Darker Days Radio Werewolf Correspondent, Matt! Mike and Matt tackle the early Werewolf sourcebook Rage Across Russia, redeeming the problematic book with some enigmatic assistance from Chigg. Following that, Mike presents a secret frequency on the slavic holy text, The Book of Veles. For the New World of Darkness, Chris discusses what we've learned so far about Mage: the Awakening 2nd Edition. Finally, the crew answers a few mailbag questions. This episode h...
Feb 09, 2015•2 hr 28 min
Mike, Chris, and Chigg discuss the Wraith 20th Kickstarter and what it portends for Changeling 20th. Following that, Chris presents a secret frequency on Jack Frost. Finally, Chris and Mike discuss Flowers of Hell, the players guide for Demon: the Descent. This episode was released a tad late due to internet issues. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220 . Be sure to subscribe th...
Jan 19, 2015•1 hr 59 min
Mike, Chris, and Chigg are joined by Brice, and delve into the Warhammer World. The history of the Warhammer World is examined, looking at many of the key events that shape the iconic setting, and make it ripe for roleplay games. Expect tangents into specific games like Mordheim, Dreadfleet, and others, plus discussion about why the Warhammer World merges high fantasy with gritty low fantasy. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https...
Dec 16, 2014•1 hr 57 min
Mike, Chris, and Chigg are joined by Onyx Path editor, Growling Door Games owner, and all around game design legend Michelle Lyons-McFarland! Michelle shares some great anecdotes about her time at FASA Inc., discusses Splintered City: Seattle, and provides a few hints about the Promethean 2nd Edition playtest. Mike presents a secret frequency on Rudolph Fentz, a man who died and should never have existed. Michelle finishes off the episode with a discussion of Chill 3rd Edition, a classic horror ...
Oct 14, 2014•1 hr 14 min
Season 6 begins where the epic Season 5 cliffhanger left off. Mike hangs from a chasm cliff with only his finger tips. Chris faces off against the 8th deathlord, Nagash. And Chigg stands in the underworld halls alone, his plasma pack blinking on empty. On this episode, the hosts reunite from their dangerous situations to discuss cool new World of Darkness books announced at GenCon. After that, Mike presents his skeleton from the closet, The Tremere Chronicle for Vampire: the Masquerade. The trio...
Sep 06, 2014•2 hr 4 min
Sam and Michelle head up a brand new Darker Days Darkling series, looking at horror in all forms and media, gaming, and gaming as women. Chris joins them to ask questions and to hit record. This episode looks at what made us weird, favourite horror films, and how we feel horror movies have evolved. Expect bad language, content of an adult nature, and irreverent humour. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/commu...
Jul 26, 2014•1 hr 8 min
Mike, Chris, and Chigg finish up Darker Days Season 5 with the traditional Wraith episode. This time they look at factions of Wraith - primarily The Hierarchy, Renegades, and Heretics. Next Chris presents a Secret Frequency on structures and ruins that predate known human civilizations. Finally, the three dig into Cursed Necropolis: DC, the first setting book for Mummy: the Cursed. Congratulations to the three winners of the most recent Darker Days contest. We'll be having the Classic World of D...
Jul 20, 2014•2 hr 12 min
Executive Producer Mark Hope hits the airwaves once more to present a thorough review of the Mage: the Ascension 20th Anniversary Edition Quickstart Rules. Mark specifically discusses common pitfalls that new players and experienced storytellers may run into with these cursory rules, making this a necessary overview for all gamers. There are only a few days left for the Darker Days contest - email us what you think the new New World of Darkness game will be! Be sure to check us out at http://www...
Jul 09, 2014•21 min
Mike, Chris, and Chigg decide to cover some easy, light-hearted subject matter this episode - faeries and demons. First the trio kick of the episode with a new contest and discuss the latest World of Darkness material. Then, Chigg answers some of Wendell_Burke's questions regarding the chimerical complexities of Changeling: the Dreaming. Following that, Mike presents an Operation Wandering Soul secret frequency. Finally, Chris discusses the rules and mechanics of Demon: the Descent, the newest S...
May 31, 2014•2 hr 15 min
Mike, Chris, and Chigg are back in action with new episode. First the trio tackle the the hard news of World of Darkness Online's cancellation. In the Classic World of Darkness segment, Chigg and Mike discuss the new Conventionbook: Void Engineers. The Secret Frequency explores the phantom timeline hypothesis. Finally, Chris and Mike discuss the new Blood & Smoke chronicle book for Vampire: the Requiem. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Com...
May 20, 2014•1 hr 59 min
Mike, Chris, and Chigg said they were going to do a quick episode... and then it turned into a two hour medley. The dark trinity begins by discussing the new podcast Midnight Express, hosted by World of Darkness fan legends, Adrian Stagg and Stephen Nurse. Following that, the Secret Frequency explores what dark things might lay beneath Seattle. Finally, the core of the show is discussing the Mage 20th Anniversary Edition kickstarter, following the FAQs provided by Satyros Phil Brucato. Congratul...
Mar 23, 2014•1 hr 51 min
Chris is joined by Mike and James, as Chris runs a one-shot using the New World of Darkness God Machine Chronicles rule set. Enjoy. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Plus Community at https://plus.google.com/communities/104221086985174488220 . Be sure to subscribe through iTunes!...
Feb 19, 2014•4 hr 29 min•Ep. 1
Mike, Chris, and Chigg decide to answer some emails. First they cover Werewolf: the Forsaken, discussing Storyteller Adventure System options, chronicle structure, and character motivation. The krewe wraps up the episode by discussing seekings in Mage: the Ascension. Remember to enter our contest for a physical copy of Blood & Smoke - just send us an email picking the representative Vampire clan of each host! Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook.com/DarkerDaysRadio or our Google Pl...
Feb 18, 2014•1 hr 6 min
Ravenloft, A Not-So Dungeons and Dragons Campaign Setting Mike and Chigg sit down to discuss Ravenloft, the campaign setting of dark fantasy and gothic horror. The nerds sit down and discuss the thematic strengths of the game world, as well as the unique design approach to the setting's domains and clusters. In particular, they also discuss what it means to be a hero or villain in Ravenloft, and how that differentiates it from other campaign worlds. Be sure to check us out at http://www.facebook...
Jan 25, 2014•1 hr 30 min
Mike, Chris and Chigg bring a holiday special. In this show we delve into the subject of True Faith and it's appearance and application in Classic World of Darkness. In the Secret Frequency we look at a snow themed mystery, the Devil's Footprints. Finally we look at the latest book for New World of Darkness' Mummy the Curse - Guildhalls of the Deathless. And finally listen to find out how you can enter our competition to win a copy of Vampire the Requiem - Blood and Smoke. Be sure to check us ou...
Dec 24, 2013•2 hr 17 min•Ep. 1
This episode was recorded before Matt McFarland admitted to sexual assault and was accused of serial sexual harassment. Darker Days does not condone the guest's actions and they will not be invited to return. This episode is left here for posterity. Chris and Chigg are joined by the illustrious developers of Demon: the Descent - Matt McFarland and Rose Bailey! The hosts don't pull any punches as they explore the concepts of the newest Storytelling game. The nature of the Unchained is discussed, ...
Nov 20, 2013•1 hr 42 min•Season 1Ep. 1
