Welcome to another dynamic episode of Tangents of Creation, your go-to podcast for all things Ashes of Creation. In this episode, hosts Jamie Kaos and Anie Lace delve into the Alpha 2 Cleric Archetype Showcase, providing a comprehensive review and analysis of the new spells and abilities. From healing spells to divine smites, we examine the intersections of Ashes of Creation and Dungeons & Dragons, providing insights that both seasoned MMO gamers and RPG newcomers will appreciate. Join us fo...
Jul 30, 2023•1 hr 53 min
Welcome to another dynamic episode of Tangents of Creation, where we dive into some heated topics in the gaming industry, explore Ashes of Creation's latest cosmetic pack, and express our anticipation for Baldur's Gate 3. The episode kicks off with a critical conversation about predatory game design, specifically focusing on the increasing prominence of Battle Passes. We delve into their popularity, the potential dangers they pose, and how they could be improved for a fairer player experience. S...
Jul 24, 2023•1 hr 55 min•Ep. 40
Get ready for an exciting episode of Tangents of Creation! This is the extended version of the episode that Steven Sharif jumped into. We delve into an in-depth discussion about the game's intriguing features, and we unravel the intricacies of the Freehold system, Resource Bags, and much more. In the first part of the episode, we delve into the Freehold system, discussing its exclusivity, accessibility, and strategic gameplay it offers. But what's more interesting is that we do this with the cre...
Jul 17, 2023•2 hr 41 min•Ep. 39
Get ready for an exciting episode of Tangents of Creation! This time, we're joined by a very special guest - Steven Sharif, the mastermind behind Ashes of Creation. As we delve into an in-depth discussion about the game's intriguing features, we unravel the intricacies of the Freehold system, Resource Bags, and much more. In the first part of the episode, we delve into the Freehold system, discussing its exclusivity, accessibility, and strategic gameplay it offers. But what's more interesting is...
Jul 17, 2023•50 min•Ep. 39
In this comprehensive episode, we embark on a fascinating journey into the Freehold in Ashes of Creation, a hub for agriculture and artisanal craftsmanship. Listen in as we explore its location near enigmatic ruins and the resource-rich halcyonite deposits, a valuable material used for crafting weapons and decorations. Join us as we admire the Lightfoot mount, a creature of exceptional speed and unique design, and delve into the robust farming system that allows players to cultivate various crop...
Jul 01, 2023•2 hr 34 min•Ep. 38
"Join us in another thought-provoking episode of 'Tangents of Creation,' where we delve into the heart of Ashes of Creation's latest developments. In the first segment, we dissect the impressive credentials of Bill Trost, the new Lead Game Designer at Intrepid Studios. We journey through Trost's previous exploits at Amazon Games, highlight his instrumental roles in games like Defiance and EverQuest, and speculate on the valuable contributions he will bring to Ashes of Creation. The second segmen...
Jun 30, 2023•2 hr 12 min•Ep. 37
Welcome to "Tangents of Creation," the podcast hosted by Jamie Kaos and Anie Lace. Join us as we delve into the exciting world of Ashes of Creation, the highly anticipated MMO game. In this episode, we kick things off by discussing Transmogrification in WoW and Unique Items in Ashes. In our first segment, we explore the implications of WoW's Patch 10.1.5, focusing on Quantum Items and addressing player concerns and questions about the patch. Drawing a comparison to Ashes of Creation's unique ite...
Jun 17, 2023•1 hr 51 min•Ep. 36
Welcome to Episode 35 of 'Tangents of Creation,' where we delve into the intricate world of itemization in two different genres ARPGs like Diablo 4 and MMOs, like Ashes of Creation. Fresh off the thrill of Diablo 4's release, we dissect its unique itemization mechanics, set bonuses, and weapon ability procs. We then explore the exciting potential of these features in the immersive universe of Ashes of Creation. This episode poses thought-provoking questions: What if Ashes of Creation embraced el...
Jun 17, 2023•52 min•Ep. 35
Welcome to "Tangents of Creation," the podcast hosted by Jamie Kaos and Anie Lace. In this episode, we delve into the May dev stream of Ashes of Creation, a game that holds our primary focus. Join us as we explore the thrilling highlights from the dev stream, including our first glimpse of the Alpha 2 World Boss Raid encounter. We analyze the gameplay footage, sharing our impressions and speculating on the challenges and rewards that await players in this epic event. Additionally, we discuss the...
Jun 06, 2023•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 34
Get ready for another exciting episode of Tangents of Creation! Join us as we explore the cosmetic swap over, Action Andies and Tab Timmies, and a whole host of other tangents! Let's Unlace some F*cking Kaos! 👉We have merch! https://www.kaosandlace.store 👉Want to catch the episode live? Head over to https://www.twitch.tv/jamiekaos at 8:30 pm est. every Friday. 👉Feel like adding to the discussion? Come hang out with us in our discord! https://discord.gg/hzpmeMtpHN 👉Ashes of Creation R...
May 18, 2023•1 hr 58 min
On the latest episode of Tangents of Creation, hosts Jamie Kaos and Anie Lace discuss the April Dev Stream for Ashes of Creation, which focused on the Alpha 2 Mage preview. The episode covers the combat mechanics and display, as well as the various spells and abilities available to mages. The hosts explore the different systems in place to initiate various forms of conflict/friction, giving an opportunity to dive into the political aspects of Ashes of Creation and working on creating opportuniti...
Apr 29, 2023•2 hr 2 min•Ep. 32
Get ready for another exciting episode of Tangents of Creation! Join us as we cosmetic swap over, a special message for Narc, and a whole host of other tangents! Let's Unlace some F*cking Kaos! 👉We have merch! https://www.kaosandlace.store 👉Want to catch the episode live? Head over to https://www.twitch.tv/jamiekaos at 8:30 pm est. every Friday. 👉Feel like adding to the discussion? Come hang out with us in our discord! https://discord.gg/hzpmeMtpHN 👉Ashes of Creation Referral Code! htt...
Apr 23, 2023•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 31
Get ready for another exciting episode of Tangents of Creation! Join us as we sit down with the talented Margaret Krohn, Director of Communications at Intrepid Studios, to explore her fascinating journey in the gaming industry. Along the way, we dive into her insights on game development and explore a range of delightful tangents - from chickens to fitness and babies. Don't miss out on this fun and insightful conversation with one of the many faces of Ashes of Creation 👉We have merch! https://s...
Apr 16, 2023•2 hr 23 min•Ep. 30
Join us for another episode of Tangents of Creation, where we dive into the world of MMOs and Ashes of Creation development. In this episode, we discuss the community Q&A, lore drops, and Alpha 2 news! 👉We have merch! https://streamlabs.com/jamiekaos/merch 👉Want to catch the episode live? Head over to https://www.twitch.tv/jamiekaos at 8:30 pm est. every Friday. 👉Feel like adding to the discussion? Come hang out with us in our discord! https://discord.gg/hzpmeMtpHN 👉Ashes of Creation Ref...
Apr 08, 2023•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 29
Join us for another episode of Tangents of Creation, where we dive into the world of MMOs and Ashes of Creation development. In this episode, we discuss Story Arc Systems, the Tower of Carphin, art updates, and more! 👉We have merch! https://streamlabs.com/jamiekaos/merch 👉Want to catch the episode live? Head over to https://www.twitch.tv/jamiekaos at 8:30 pm est. every Friday. 👉Feel like adding to the discussion? Come hang out with us in our discord! https://discord.gg/hzpmeMtpHN 👉Ashes of C...
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 28
In the latest episode of "Tangents of Creation," hosts Jamie and Anie switch things up from their usual Ashes of Creation discussions and take listeners on an energetic and honest journey through some major life updates. From Jamie's massive job promotion and relocation to their candid conversations about hormone replacement therapy and personal health issues, this episode is a thrilling blend of chaotic energy and meaningful discussions. But amidst the chaos, the hosts offer a refreshing perspe...
Mar 25, 2023•1 hr 51 min•Ep. 27
Join us for another episode of Tangents of Creation, where we dive into the world of MMOs and Ashes of Creation development. In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of major lore characters in MMOs, as well as the latest cosmetic swap in March. We also explore the possibility of adding light survival elements in Ashes of Creation, and whether a PVX MMO can survive in today's gaming climate. Plus, we share some fascinating insights into the culinary world of Verra, where gastronomical gladi...
Mar 13, 2023•2 hr 27 min•Ep. 26
Join Jamie and Anie as they do something a little different this stream! This time Tangents of Creation does a live reaction to the Ashes of Creation February UI Dev update! As you can imagine the episode is loaded with tangents and Anie couldn't help but share a little spoiler of things to come in future podcasts! Don't forget to check out their merch, available now on their Streamlabs page! And for those who want to catch the episode live, head over to Jamie's Twitch channel every Friday at 8:...
Mar 05, 2023•2 hr 42 min•Ep. 25
Join Jamie and Anie on an exciting and informative tangent-filled rabbit hole adventure as they explore the world of Ashes of Creation and the latest cosmetic packs for February 2022. Amidst the majestic trees of the Forest of Rai, they discuss the beautiful kalends of spring and the music that fills the air, invoking images of young ones coming-of-age and seeking love and companionship. 👉We have merch! https://streamlabs.com/jamiekaos/merch 👉Want to catch the episode live? Head over to https:...
Mar 05, 2023•2 hr 21 min•Ep. 24
Join Jamie and Anie on another tangent-filled rabbit hole as they explore Ashes of Creation and what we currently know. This week we were going to go through some of things we missed during the Tank preview, but it turned into the lap stream part 2 due to a tech issue. So enjoy the party! Oh and see you on the 30th! 👉We have merch! https://streamlabs.com/jamiekaos/merch 👉Want to catch the episode live? Head over to https://www.twitch.tv/jamiekaos at 8:30 pm est. every Friday. 👉Feel like addin...
Feb 06, 2023•2 hr 21 min
Join Jamie and Anie on another tangent-filled rabbit hole as they explore Ashes of Creation and what we currently know. This week we talk about the reaction to the Alpha 2 Tank preview. Jamie even had one of his questions answered! We have merch! https://streamlabs.com/jamiekaos/merch Want to catch the episode live? Head over to https://www.twitch.tv/jamiekaos at 8:30 pm est. every Friday. Feel like adding to the discussion? Come hang out with us in our discord! https://discord.gg/hzpmeMtpHN Ash...
Jan 28, 2023•1 hr 25 min
Join Jamie and Anie on another tangent-filled rabbit hole as they explore Ashes of Creation and what we currently know. This week they pick apart the Ashes of Creation Class names and continue the conversation about tanking and PVP! We have merch! https://streamlabs.com/jamiekaos/merch Want to catch the episode live? Head over to https://www.twitch.tv/jamiekaos at 8:30 pm est. every Friday. Feel like adding to the discussion? Come hang out with us in our discord! https://discord.gg/hzpmeMtpHN As...
Jan 21, 2023•2 hr 24 min
Join Jamie and Anie on another tangent-filled rabbit hole as they explore Ashes of Creation and what we currently know. This week they dive into the cosmetic swap over and all the juicy lore bits inside! The stream also goes entirely off the rails! Inside you'll also find some exploration of previous cosmetic packs, Jamie in animal print lingerie, and much much more! We have merch! https://streamlabs.com/jamiekaos/merch Want to catch the episode live? Head over to https://www.twitch.tv/jamiekaos...
Jan 15, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 20
Welcome back to Tangents of Creation and 2023! So happy to be back on the podcast and hanging out with all of you! This week we talk all things tanking as well as rant about #dnd and the #opengamelicense The end of the episode gets very chaotic as Jamie and Anie overshare in their tangented ways! We have merch! https://streamlabs.com/jamiekaos/merch Want to catch the episode live? Head over to https://www.twitch.tv/jamiekaos at 8:30 pm est. every Friday. Feel like adding to the discussion? Come ...
Jan 07, 2023•2 hr 57 min
Join Jamie and Anie on another tangent-filled rabbit hole as they explore Ashes of Creation December 2022 Dev Update and Year in Review. This week's conversation drifts between the Dev Year and review, tanking, PvP, and wants and hopes for the classes in Ashes of Creation! The end of the episode gets very chaotic as Jamie and Anie overshare in their tangented ways! We have merch! https://streamlabs.com/jamiekaos/merch Want to catch the episode live? Head over to https://www.twitch.tv/jamiekaos a...
Dec 26, 2022•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 18
Join Jamie and Anie on another tangent-filled rabbit hole as they explore Ashes of Creation and what we currently know. This week they dive into the cosmetic swap over and all the juicy lore bits inside! The stream also goes completely off the rails! Inside you'll also find some PVP callouts and Jamie Kaos rants about why MMOs don't feel as they used to. The end of the episode gets very chaotic as Jamie and Anie overshare in their tangented ways! We have merch! https://streamlabs.com/jamiekaos/m...
Dec 18, 2022•2 hr 40 min•Ep. 17
Join Jamie and Anie on another tangent-filled rabbit hole as they explore Ashes of Creation and what we currently know. This week they dive into the current Ashes of Creation Dev discussion and talk all things UI, PVP, Racial abilities, and much much more! Then share their thoughts and opinions with the Kaos and Lace community! The end of the episode gets very chaotic as Jamie and Anie overshare in their tangented ways! We have merch! https://streamlabs.com/jamiekaos/merch Want to catch the epis...
Dec 11, 2022•3 hr 8 min
Join Jamie and Anie on another tangent-filled rabbit hole as they explore Ashes of Creation and what we currently know. This week Jamie pushes through COVID as he and Anie discuss the 2022 November dev stream including the Cleric reveals as well as the day and night cycle that was shown! Then share their thoughts and opinions with the Kaos and Lace community! The end of the episode gets very chaotic as Jamie and Anie overshare in their tangented ways! We have merch! https://streamlabs.com/jamiek...
Dec 04, 2022•2 hr 48 min•Ep. 15
Join Jamie on another tangent-filled rabbit hole as they explore Ashes of Creation and what we currently know. This week he discusses ExtraLife, the November Cosmetic Drops, Lore Drops, and Immersion in MMOs. They share their thoughts and opinions on the answers and those of the Kaos and Lace community! The end of the episode gets very chaotic as Jamie and Anie overshare in their tangented ways! Want to catch the episode live? Head over to https://www.twitch.tv/jamiekaos at 8:30 pm est. every Fr...
Nov 22, 2022•2 hr 47 min•Ep. 14
Join Jamie on another tangent-filled rabbit hole as they explore Ashes of Creation and what we currently know. This week he discusses ExtraLife, the November Cosmetic Drops, Lore Drops, and Immersion in MMOs. They share their thoughts and opinions on the answers and those of the Kaos and Lace community! The end of the episode gets very chaotic as Jamie and Anie overshare in their tangented ways! Want to catch the episode live? Head over to https://www.twitch.tv/jamiekaos at 8:30 pm est. every Fr...
Nov 12, 2022•2 hr 7 min•Ep. 13
