Sam and Stephen choose a theme and derive an entire campaign arc using only THREE sourcebooks, like Rodney intended! Also, the introduction of a new game: Concept Are's and Concept Aren'ts: A Game About Concept Art. Concept Art Used This Episode Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/DarkTimesSWSE Email us at: DarkTimesSWSE@Gmail.com Logo designed by: @MothPunk Helpful SWSE Links The SWSE Wiki r/SagaEdition on Reddit Join link for the Saga Edition Wiki Discord Support the show Hosted on Acast. See ac...
Feb 15, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 92
This episode is something I'd like to call a little cerebral. Put on your thinking caps and put down your pencils, we're discussing Carl Jung's Archetypes and Joseph Campbell's Monomyth, both things stated as inspirations for the story of Star Wars, and perhaps all of Western storytelling for the last 50 years. Also, for these last 10 episodes, we are going to be uploading them biweekly. This is to give people the chance to catch up and send in their ideas to send off the Dark Times: A Saga Edit...
Feb 01, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 91
Hey! It's time for a good Zero Distance recap! We talk about a session that gears towards a specific party member, and deciding what to do to keep the rest of the party engaged. Also this episode, Sam brings in a champion racer while Stephen unwraps a shiny new hazard! Karlenn Cloudskipper, Ace Racer Buskil Inc MagnaCrane 5200M Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/DarkTimesSWSE Email us at: DarkTimesSWSE@Gmail.com Logo designed by: @MothPunk Helpful SWSE Links The SWSE Wiki r/SagaEdition on Reddit ...
Jan 25, 2024•58 min•Season 1Ep. 90
This episode we finish covering Neil Carr's module Escape From Orto! Also, regular listener Zloy Krolik sent us a creature transported to a galaxy far far away from the world of Dungeons & Dragons! Escape From Orto Zloy's Cavern Crawler Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/DarkTimesSWSE Email us at: DarkTimesSWSE@Gmail.com Logo designed by: @MothPunk Helpful SWSE Links The SWSE Wiki r/SagaEdition on Reddit Join link for the Saga Edition Wiki Discord Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
Jan 18, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 89
This week, we take a look at Neil Carr's module Escape From Orto! Also this week, Airo sent us some Elite Mandalorians! Escape From Orto Airo's Mandalorian Supersquad Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/DarkTimesSWSE Email us at: DarkTimesSWSE@Gmail.com Logo designed by: @MothPunk Helpful SWSE Links The SWSE Wiki r/SagaEdition on Reddit Join link for the Saga Edition Wiki Discord Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jan 11, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 88
Bit of a narrative driven episode this week, thanks for sticking with us through 2023! Here's to more Dark Times Podcast in 2024! This episode, Sam and Stephen adventure into the unknown on an epic quest to find Bantha Claws! A Coal Encounter of the Dark Times Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/DarkTimesSWSE Email us at: DarkTimesSWSE@Gmail.com Logo designed by: @MothPunk Helpful SWSE Links The SWSE Wiki r/SagaEdition on Reddit Join link for the Saga Edition Wiki Discord Support the show Hosted o...
Dec 25, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 87
This episode is a fun one, we recount our last two sessions in Stephen's Zero Distance campaign! An old friend made a return, and put up quite a fight as well. Listen to what went well, and what could've been better. Congratulations again to Zloy Krolik and his Assassin Build Kath Reyhoad for winning our Build Bounty Showcase! DT-X-1 Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/DarkTimesSWSE Email us at: DarkTimesSWSE@Gmail.com Logo designed by: @MothPunk Helpful SWSE Links The SWSE Wiki r/SagaEdition on R...
Dec 14, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 86
And we're not talking about General Grievous. This episode Stephen wants to do away with the fear of the Condition Track Killer, and how he's more smoke and mirrors than you may realize. Also this week, Hammer Senpai sent in a last minute Assassin! Won't be in the poll, but still awesome to bring to the podcast! Thanks Hammer Senpai! Don't forget all new and existing patrons can vote for their favorite assassins until Sunday, December 10th at 11:59PM PST. Assassin Build Bounty Builds! Hammer Sen...
Dec 07, 2023•56 min•Season 1Ep. 85
This week we finish up our conquering of the great big Battlestation called the Battlestation rules from the Galaxy at War sourcebook! Stephen talks about hazards (no surprise there). Thanks to Zloy Krolik, AmericanSaikyo, and Ben M. for submitting Assassin's for our Build Bounty Showcase! Ben's build was first shown off in episode 82 in case you needed a to hear the breakdown from the podcaster's mouth. All new and existing patrons can vote for their favorite until Sunday, December 10th at 11:5...
Nov 30, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 84
This week, after over a year and a half of sitting on this episode egg, we hatch some battlestations! And we teach you how to furnish your own. Also this week, Zloy Krolik brought us a Johnny RAW Build! Don't forget your Assassin Bounty Submissions must be level 12 and include one level of Assassin. Due no later than Sunday, November 26th 11:59 Pacific Time! Zloy Krolik's Johnny RAW Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/DarkTimesSWSE Email us at: DarkTimesSWSE@Gmail.com Logo designed by: @MothPunk H...
Nov 23, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 83
This week, we cover the rest of the homebrew module "The Auction" made by noted Saga Edition enjoyer Alex Van D! Also this week, a pretty sweet poison assassin build from Ben! Assassin Bounty Submissions must be level 12 and include one level of Assassin. Due no later than Sunday, November 26th 11:59 Pacific Time! Submissions will be featured on the pod and Patrons will be allowed to select their favorite! Thanks for listening! Ben's Zar Kress The Auction Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/DarkTi...
Nov 16, 2023•47 min•Season 1Ep. 82
It's another Starfinder Field Test! Who's finding all these stars anyways? This week, we talk about the Mystic! Is it the best healer class since SWSE's Medic? That's for us to ask and you to find out! Also this week, some rad spells inspired by the science-fantasy setting they come from! Check out the new field test below. Otherwise, see you next week for our regularly scheduled Saga Edition Programming. Starfinder Field Test #2 'Call to Adventure' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. w...
Nov 02, 2023•52 min
Hello! To those who saw this on the Starfinder Subreddit, welcome! The Dark Times: A Saga Edition Podcast is typically a podcast that covers the WOTC Star Wars Saga Edition D20 game from 2007, but both hosts are huge fans of Paizo's work on Pathfinder 2nd edition, so we couldn't miss recording something for Starfinder. This special episode focuses on the new Starfinder 2nd Edition field test! This field test included 5 levels of the new Soldier class, as well as some equipment and enemies! Hope ...
Oct 26, 2023•1 hr 3 min
This week, we look at a homebrew module "The Auction" made by noted Saga Edition enjoyer Alex Van D! Also this week, a special message from new listener Xavier! Thanks for listening while our dear Stephen's in Japan! The Auction Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/DarkTimesSWSE Email us at: DarkTimesSWSE@Gmail.com Logo designed by: @MothPunk Helpful SWSE Links The SWSE Wiki r/SagaEdition on Reddit Join link for the Saga Edition Wiki Discord Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...
Oct 19, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 81
This episode, we delve deeper into the dueling rules we dusted off and diluted for Saga Edition consumption! Thanks again to Lil_Literalist for joining us last week! Also, Sam brought a little robo-disabling rascal of a pit droid build! The Dark Times Duel Rules P33-TY, Droid Disabling Droid Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/DarkTimesSWSE Email us at: DarkTimesSWSE@Gmail.com Logo designed by: @MothPunk Helpful SWSE Links The SWSE Wiki r/SagaEdition on Reddit Join link for the Saga Edition Wiki D...
Oct 12, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 80
This week, we welcome back Stephen C. (Lil_Literalist) to talk about house rules! Stephen is a notable figure in the Saga Edition community, and brought us his wonderful insight in regards to house rules and how to rule them. Also, Sam brought a Dexter Jettster of their own! Lil_Literalist's All About House Rules Reddit Post Dexter Jettster, Humble Diner Owner Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/DarkTimesSWSE Email us at: DarkTimesSWSE@Gmail.com Logo designed by: @MothPunk Helpful SWSE Links The S...
Oct 05, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 79
Gear Requisition! This episode Sam and Stephen talk about this cool optional rule from the Force Unleashed Campaign Guide. It plays a major role in our Zero Distance campaign, and we like how it contributes to Stephen's Toy Box approach. Also this week, Zloy Krolik sent us a stat block from the Live Action Film Character Sourcebook (Compiled by Rob "RobShanti" Petrone) for Dexter Jetster! ZenithSloth's Gear Requisition Spreadsheet Dexter Jetster, Line Cook Live Action Film Characters Sourcebook ...
Sep 28, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 78
This episode, we celebrate the anniversary of beloved game Star Wars: The Force Unleashed with a look at the Force Unleashed Campaign Guide! Or more specifically, we cover the specifics regarding creating your own Homebrew Organization! Stephen was so kind as to bring us his version of the Rebel Alliance organization, specifically tuned for his Zero Distance campaign. ZenithSloth's Rebel Alliance Rank Table and Org Score Calculator Tristan's RPGHorrorStory Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/DarkT...
Sep 21, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 77
Welcome back to The Dark Times! We figured your ears are a little rusty from not listening to us for a while so we decided to pitch you a slow ball nice and easy. Assassins! Are they even worth your time? Listen to find out. Also this week, Sam brought an Assassin of their own! Chuba Noah, The 26 Year Old Flanker Lil_Literalist's Roll20 Dawn of Defiance Post Our Lil_Literalist Interview (Episode XII) Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/DarkTimesSWSE Email us at: DarkTimesSWSE@Gmail.com Logo design...
Sep 14, 2023•49 min•Season 1Ep. 76
This episode, Stephen brought us the Revised d20 Star Wars RPG Podracing Rules! We discussed these in comparison to Skill Challenges, so let us know what you think! Thank you Ezekiel for the cool garrote build! Thank you for your support as we go on HIATUS from July through the end of August, don't expect any episodes during those months, but DO expect some cool Patreon-exclusive content! Caravan of Adventure, A Dark Times Experience and Therefore I Am: The Dark Times Retelling (names pending) w...
Jun 28, 2023•47 min•Season 1Ep. 75
This episode, we wrap up Starfall! We also talk about Stephen adapting Starfall to his own campaign! This guy knows a few maneuvers. Also this week, Airo brought us another Knife Guy! Happy to have another sharp companion in the NPC compendium. For all new and current Patrons, Pathfinder Build Bounty voting ends Sunday, June 25th at 11:59PM PST. Don't forget we are going on HIATUS from July through the end of August, don't expect any episodes during those months, but DO expect some cool Patreon-...
Jun 22, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 74
This week we recently finished playing through Stephen's usage of the Starfall module! We've come to you with part 1 of our thoughts! Also this week, our Pathfinder Build Bounty Showcase came to a close! Listen to hear about all those incredible paths paved and the foundlings found. For all new and current Patrons, voting ends Sunday, June 25th at 11:59PM PST. Don't forget we are going on HIATUS from July through the end of August, don't expect any episodes during those months, but DO expect som...
Jun 15, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 73
This week we talk about an adventure included in the Galaxy of Intrigue sourcebook! Fans of the show will be quite familiar with the espionage-centric contents of that book and we here at the Dark Times Podcast have a soft spot for Rebellious Rescues! Also this week, we talk about one of the only good Knife Guys out there, from the mind of Chellewalker! Our Pathfinder Bounty is in full swing! Don't forget your Level 12 Pathfinders are due Sunday, June 4th at 11:59PM. Don't forget we are going on...
Jun 01, 2023•58 min•Season 1Ep. 72
This week, we talk about what's expected of a player in a one shot, and what YOU dear listener can do to make the most of those limited hours of SWSE enjoyment you get out of a one shot. Also this week, Zloy Krolik brought Green Doug in for questioning! Or did he? Our Pathfinder Bounty is in full swing! Don't forget your Level 12 Pathfinders are due Sunday, June 4th at 11:59PM. Don't forget we are going on HIATUS from July through the end of August, don't expect any episodes during those months,...
May 25, 2023•48 min•Season 1Ep. 71
A special thanks this week to Lil_Literalist, AmericanSaikyo, Tysdas, and Zloykrolik. Thanks for being part of the Outer Rim Ruffians. This week, Stephen and Sam talk about their experience in playing in their first online only LFG advertised one-shot! The stars aligned and the fellas from the Dark Times got to enjoy Saga Edition twice in one weekend. Also, with the one shot comes the spoils! We brought our special characters for your scrutiny, dear listener. Don't forget we are going on HIATUS ...
May 18, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 70
Nice. This week we talk about the Dathomir Field Guide's exclusive adventure, The Dark World of Dathomir. Zloy also sent in some Footnewts for us to look at! Don't forget we are going on HIATUS from July through the end of August, don't expect any episodes during those months, but DO expect some cool Patreon-exclusive content! Also, another reminder that all Patreon Proceeds from this month are going to go to Owen KC Stephen's Medical Bills, with our own Stephen matching them as well! Zloy's Foo...
May 11, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 69
Thank you to everyone who submitted a build to our Outlaw Build Bounty! This week, Sam and Stephen dive into the Dathomir Field Guide, a homebrew sourcebook all about our favorite femme fatales, the Nightsisters, and their "lovely" homeworld. Also this week, Sam brought a build! Shocking I know. Don't forget we are going on HIATUS from July through the end of August, don't expect any episodes during those months, but DO expect some cool Patreon-exclusive content! Owen's Medical Bill Bundles Dath...
May 04, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 67
We'll be announcing the winner of our Outlaw Bounty next episode, as we have some more important news to share regarding Owen KC Stephens. This week, we finish up our talk on the Clone Wars with a cool deep dive into the high-pressure environment of the planet Skako! Home of notable Skakoans such as Wat Tambor. Do you have what it takes to be the next Wat Tambor? I hope so! Also this week, Lil_Literalist sent a Zeison Sha Inquisitor! Also, all Patreon Proceeds from the month of May will be donat...
Apr 27, 2023•58 min•Season 1Ep. 66
This week we reminisce about the Clone Wars! Can you imagine what it was like for our shiny boys in white? Now you can! Reminder to all Patrons that voting on our Outlaw Build Showcase ends Sunday, April 23rd at 11:59PM PST. Zloy's Dark Times Fever Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/DarkTimesSWSE Email us at: DarkTimesSWSE@Gmail.com Logo designed by: @MothPunk Helpful SWSE Links The SWSE Wiki r/SagaEdition on Reddit Join link for the Saga Edition Wiki Discord Support the show Hosted on Acast. See...
Apr 20, 2023•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 65
Welcome back! Thank you to everyone for their incredibly despicable outlaws! Reminder to all Patrons that voting ends Sunday, April 23rd at 11:59PM PST. Also this week, Stephen smuggled a duffel of rowdy energy rifles into the studio for our amusement! Outlaw Bounty Builds w/ E-mails Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/DarkTimesSWSE Email us at: DarkTimesSWSE@Gmail.com Logo designed by: @MothPunk Helpful SWSE Links The SWSE Wiki r/SagaEdition on Reddit Join link for the Saga Edition Wiki Discord S...
Apr 13, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 64
