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Defender Of The Realm

Knight Of The Realm
Did you play Dungeons and Dragons when you were a kid and now have progressed to games like Elder Scrolls or Dragon Age? If so then this podcast is for you!! Each week The Knight Of The Realm will discuss video games in the realms of fantasy, sword and sorcery as well as similar roleplaying games.
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Episodes

Judgement

Recently released for the PS4, this game is a spin-off from the famed Yakuza series. Is it comparable to Sleeping Dogs?

Jul 01, 201912 min

True Nordic Hero Build For Skyrim

This week I discuss a character build that revolves around a Nord that sees Skyrim in a state of chaos and vows to clean it up and be a hero for his or her people. I talk about my character’s backstory and how creating a great backstory can make your play through more exciting!

Jun 07, 201933 min

Blood Archer Build For Skyrim

Okay so this build is actually a Vampire Assassin but BLOOD ARCHER just sounds cooler! As with all of my builds, this is a suggestion at a fun character so feel free to modify it for your own enjoyment. In this build I focus on the characters backstory and play style, including quests I’ll pursue. I discuss major skills, perks, shouts and touch on equipment......enjoy!

May 30, 201925 min

For Honor

When this game came out in 2017 I gave up on it pretty quickly but recent updates and talk piqued my interest. This is a fresh look at For Honor and seeing the positive changes Ubisoft made.

May 22, 201921 min

Watch Dogs 1&2

Rumor has it that Ubisoft will announce Watch Dogs 3 at E3 so this week I’m looking back at the first two games.

May 11, 201921 min

World War Z

Released under the radar, this third person shooter loosely based on the book but more so on the film has been exceeding expectations!

May 01, 201922 min

Video Game News-April 18, 2019

What’s new in the world of video games? Find out everything going on, what I’m playing and as promised here’s the link to the video I reference, thank you to OutStar: https://youtu.be/ThLgUXial9M

Apr 18, 201916 min

Star Wars Trilogy Arcade

For the first time ever I discuss an arcade game! Star Wars month continues with my look at Star Wars Trilogy arcade edition. This was a fun rail shooter with cool bonus games. Plus.....I review the episode 9 teaser trailer!

Apr 13, 201924 min

Video Game News week of 4/8/2019

A new weekly segment where I look at some of the latest video game news, offer opinions and tell you what I’ve been playing the past week.

Apr 08, 201920 min

Battlefield V Firestorm

Ever since it was announced at last years E3, fans have been waiting for BFV’s version of Battle Royale. It debuted today so here is my first look at the latest entry into the Battle Royale world.

Mar 25, 201920 min

The Division 2 vs Anthem

Shooters galore! In a span of a month two highly anticipated looter shooters have come out...The Division 2 and Anthem. This is not a full review of either game but simply a comparison. All this plus a Battlefield V update!

Mar 16, 201920 min

Anthem

I AM IRONMAN! Well at least that’s how I feel playing this game. Anthem is receiving a lot of attention since it’s release so I decided to do a lot of gameplay before doing this review. I come clean on my gaming skillz and try to give my honest appraisal.

Feb 28, 201932 min

Metro Exodus

Hail Comrade! Although I never played the prior two Metro games I was eager to pick this one up and I’m glad I did! This is a spoiler free look at the latest game in the series and what I think makes it enjoyable.

Feb 19, 201917 min

Marvel’s Spider-Man

I know I know, I should’ve talked about this game sooner BUT Diana controls our PS4. Don’t worry, there are no spoilers as I discuss this game.

Jan 30, 201923 min

Metal Gear Solid

Snake? Snake!! Snaaaaaaaaake!!!!!!! Metal Gear Solid is one of the greatest video games of all time and is probably the first (and best) stealth-action game. From it's unique gameplay to it's groundbreaking story, Metal Gear Solid is a must play.

Jan 24, 201923 min

Kingdom of Amalur:Reckoning

Back in the day I loved this game, and now thanks to backwards compatability I can once again enjoy it! This is probably one of the best ARPGs you've never heard of.

Jan 01, 201916 min

Dragons Dogma

I’ve been dying to talk about this ARPG for awhile now and I’ve finally gotten around to it. It came out originally in 2013 and rereleased for the XB1 and PS4 in 2017.

Dec 13, 201823 min

Valkyrie Build For Skyrim

Continuing my Skyrim Builds series, The Valkyrie! This build, I think, can give your next Skyrim play through a fun, RPG feel. As always, these are mere suggestions....good gaming to you!

Dec 05, 201826 min

A Brief History of Dungeon Crawler Video Games

Did you own a Commodore 64? Do you know what one is? What about the Apple II+? Did you ever play Wizardry, The Bard’s Tale or Temple Of Apshai? In this episode I give you a brief history of the early PC dungeon crawl games and how we went from pencil and paper to The Elder Scrolls and beyond!

Dec 03, 201825 min

Battlefield V

DICE’s latest chapter in the Battlefield saga is out and I’m giving it a fanboy’s review. I’m not the best first person shooter player but my god I love this game.

Nov 28, 201823 min

Miniatures and Table Top Gaming

I’m very excited to interview my friend and miniature painter Greg Zuniga. Greg has been involved in RPGS, table top games, war games etc for many years but his passion is painting miniatures. He’s competed in and won several competitions and he’s talking to me today about his love for miniatures and gaming. To see Greg’s work go to https://instagram.com/wickedelf_minis

Nov 20, 201829 min

The Long Dark

Yes I know this game has been around since 2013 but I only recently picked it up for the Xbox 1 and I haven’t put it down since. This game is pure survival...no zombies, gangs, aliens or roaming hoards of crazed Republicans.

Oct 30, 201826 min

Assassin Build for Skyrim

After playing Skyrim as a Pure Mage I decided to tackle another character type....the assassin! I talk about my build but I also offer alternate paths to follow. Once again this isnt gospel but simply helpful tips and tricks.

Sep 26, 201834 min

Pure Mage Build for Skyrim

Recently I decided to play through Skyrim as a pure mage so I wanted to share how I built my character. These are just recommendations, not gospel lol. For me a pure mage wears no armor or uses any weapons aside from staves or daggers.

Aug 15, 201835 min

Stardew Valley

Can a farming sim be fun? Can it terrorize the Chinese government? I’m joined once again by my daughter Diana as we discuss this game.

Aug 12, 201830 min

Detroit Play Through

This episode is loaded with gameplay spoilers as I discuss my play through of Detroit Become Human.

Aug 06, 201839 min

Elder Scrolls Oblivion

This episode I call upon my daughter Diana, the biggest Oblivion fan I know to discuss this game with me.

Jun 17, 201826 min

Dungeons&Dragons

This episode I delve into how this tabletop RPG led me to my love of video game RPGS.

Jun 14, 201820 min

E3 Wrap Up

E3 2018 just concluded and I’m here to give my thoughts on some of the announcements that came out. I’m not going over everything but focusing on the games I follow.

Jun 11, 201828 min
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