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A one-on-one actual play podcast co-hosted by a married couple with a focus on lighthearted play. Diana and Zack are just two nerds and teachers who like to spend time in fantasy worlds together. We never squabble over rules, except when we do. Catch up with Season 1 of our Dungeon World campaign in the setting of Segurança, a diverse plains city beset by internal power struggles and devils at the gates. New episodes every other Monday.
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Hungry Gnoles Eat the Rich — A Quick Dip in the Canal
Tue, 21 Feb 2023 19:42:49 +0000
Hungry Gnoles Eat the Rich is on Kickstarter now! http://bit.ly/hungryzine Today Zack is joined by some of his good friends and fellow roleplayers to show off the new edition of his game Hungry Gnoles Eat the Rich. Hungry Gnoles Eat the Rich is a 2-stat roleplaying game of chaos and community, in which hyenafolk fight against an oppressive monarchy to free their island city. Join Iji, Ertuch, and Fjarki as they find ways to get into trouble and help their neighbors, and check out the Hungry Gnoles Kickstarter now! Thank you to In Love With a Ghost for the use of their song "Chilling at Nemu's Place," off of the album Healing.
Best of Heart Points: Volume IV
Mon, 07 Nov 2022 13:00:15 +0000
This is volume IV of the best of Heart Points. Additional music from Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Best of Heart Points: Volume III
Mon, 24 Oct 2022 13:00:17 +0000
This is volume III of the best of Heart Points. Additional music from Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Best of Heart Points: Volume II
Mon, 10 Oct 2022 12:00:18 +0000
This is volume II of the best of Heart Points. Additional music from Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Best Of Heart Points: Volume I
Mon, 26 Sep 2022 12:30:02 +0000
This is volume I of the best of Heart Points. Additional music from Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 13:00:14 +0000
With Yonder saved, the adventurers return to the city to prepare for the road ahead. Merrin says goodbye to an old friend and looks forward to the day she can return to the peace and quiet of her farm. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Verve by Benjamin Martins.
Bloodgold 40 - The Knight on the Lake
Mon, 01 Aug 2022 12:01:02 +0000
After finding Yonder, our adventurers now have to get everyone out of the woods to safety. They set up camp near a lake with a mysterious Paga shrine that has strange effects on those nearby. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 18 Jul 2022 12:30:02 +0000
With a white dragon emerging from under the forest, Merrin and the adventurers make a desperate attempt to regroup, find safety, and make one last push to rescue Yonder. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Bloodgold 38 - Clash of the Dryads
Mon, 04 Jul 2022 12:00:17 +0000
The dryads in the forest turn their attention to Merrin and her friends as she struggles to keep the creatures at bay. Meanwhile, a more substantial threat lurks nearby. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Bloodgold 37 - Oasis in the Woods
Mon, 20 Jun 2022 12:00:13 +0000
As Merrin leads the rescue party deeper into the woods, they uncover more clues as to why the wyvern is there. The group also stumbles into a sleeping danger lurking underground. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Bloodgold 36 - The Shrine and the Tree
Mon, 06 Jun 2022 12:30:04 +0000
The search party sets out to find the missing adventurer. Merrin's insistence on finding Yonder could put others in danger as they uncover the mysteries of the forest. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 23 May 2022 12:00:39 +0000
The Paga shrines of the city give Merrin a silent goodbye as she remembers that wyverns aren't the only dangerous creatures hiding in the forest. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 09 May 2022 13:00:13 +0000
With Merrin's identity uncovered, she attempts to inspire the tavern full of wyvern hunters to work together while creating a rescue plan of her own. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Bloodgold 33 - The Basilisk Tongue
Mon, 25 Apr 2022 12:00:11 +0000
Merrin heads to the tavern where local adventurers congregate to see if any of them are up to the challenge of taking down the wyvern. Once there, she'll have to prove her expertise and face her difficult past. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 11 Apr 2022 12:30:08 +0000
While the kobolds recover and plot their next move, Merrin consults with a familiar Paga and receives a warning that those around her are in danger. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Bloodgold 31 - Rabbits and Spiders
Mon, 28 Mar 2022 12:30:53 +0000
Merrin learns about an eccentric herbalist living on the outskirts of town who is willing to help her in exchange for a favor. As Merrin bargains for the ingredients she needs, she runs into someone interested in her journey. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 14 Mar 2022 12:00:27 +0000
Merrin has been in Melyura for a few days but with an under the weather kobold to worry about, it doesn't look like she'll be traveling again without some help from the locals. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 07 Mar 2022 13:00:50 +0000
Our long awaited return to the world of Bloodgold is almost here! Whether you're a Bloodgold fan or new to the series, you can listen to this short teaser to catch up with Merrin and the story so far. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones and Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit.
State of the Pod: Return To Bloodgold
Mon, 28 Feb 2022 13:30:00 +0000
State of the Pod: Return To Bloodgold by Heart Points
Bloody Handed Name of Bronze: Honeyed Words
Mon, 14 Feb 2022 14:00:47 +0000
For our 2022 Valentine's Day episode we're playing Bloody Handed Name of Bronze by Joshua A.C. Newman. Diana's Name Dealer is on a quest to find her god's BEEloved while simultaneously on the run from her own. Additional music from Voices by Patrick Patrikios.
Chasing The Ace: The Club Suit
Mon, 31 Jan 2022 13:30:25 +0000
This week Zack and Diana explore the pitfalls of middle management on the front lines in Zack's Descended from the Queen game, Chasing the Ace. You can find Chasing the Ace and more of Zack's games at https://zwgarth.itch.io/ Additional music from Strange Stuff by Matt Harris.
Mon, 17 Jan 2022 13:30:38 +0000
After finding evidence that they're in the right place to stop the ambush on the High Priestess, Shadow and Isolt look for a way onto the roof for a final showdown with the legendary Ogre and her squad. Additional music from Drifting at 432 Hz by Unicorn Heads and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Starforged 04: Following the Leads
Mon, 03 Jan 2022 13:30:52 +0000
With the cops from the bar in their custody, Shadow and Isolt use some persuasive questioning to learn more about the Ogre's trap. The new info has them following leads around the city as they uncover more about the planned ambush on the High Priestess. Additional music from Drifting at 432 Hz by Unicorn Heads and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 20 Dec 2021 13:30:06 +0000
Shadow and Isolt are in the local watering hole looking for information about their target when they're threatened by two police officers. Without any weapons to make use of, the two bounty hunters have to make use of the environment to get out of the situation. Additional music from Drifting at 432 Hz by Unicorn Heads and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Starforged 02: Makeover Makeover
Mon, 06 Dec 2021 12:00:12 +0000
With their assignment in hand, Shadow and Isolt head to the fashion district of Sepulcher Landing to get some disguises. Bartering with the locals seems to be a little more difficult than they anticipated and they might even land themselves in a spot of trouble before the mission even begins. Additional music from Drifting at 432 Hz by Unicorn Heads and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Starforged 01: Welcome to Sepulcher Landing
Mon, 22 Nov 2021 15:30:09 +0000
In this episode we're starting our game of Starforge by Shawn Tomkin. Meet Shadow and Isolt as they take their star-ship, Amber, to Sepulcher Landing to follow a lead on a bounty hunting job that no one else will take. Additional music from Drifting at 432 Hz by Unicorn Heads and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Wanderhome: Things Seen and Unseen
Mon, 08 Nov 2021 15:30:04 +0000
After learning about the history of the festival, Isa and Nunu ascend the tower to find out more about the festival's rituals and what mysteries remain to be solved. Additional music from Keeping Sacred and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Wanderhome: The Hermit and the Giant's Moon
Mon, 25 Oct 2021 14:30:02 +0000
Isa and Nunu arrive at the festival of the Giant's moon. There are so many activities to try and friendly animals to meet. Eventually, they track down the elusive hermit of the island to find out the mysteries behind the festival. Additional music from Keeping Sacred and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 11 Oct 2021 14:30:07 +0000
This episode we're playing Wanderhome by Possum Creek Games. Wanderhome is a wonderful game about "pastoral fantasy role-playing game about traveling animal-folk". You can find out more about Wanderhome here! https://www.possumcreekgames.com/wanderhome
Briar & Bramble: The Fox in the Heather
Mon, 27 Sep 2021 14:29:59 +0000
This week we're playing Briar & Bramble, a forest animal community survival game by Freddie Taylor-Bell. Meet Polly the Basset Hound as she abandons the life of hunting to join up with a community of rambling forest friends. You can check out the Briar & Bramble kickstarter here! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/drunkwizard/briar-and-bramble Additional music from Veracruz by Quincas Moreira.
Golden Sky Stories: The Missing God of the Fields
Mon, 13 Sep 2021 14:30:07 +0000
This week Zack is joined by Enrique Cintrón of the Fruits of the Spirit podcast for a game of Golden Sky Stories. A young shrine attendant is preparing for the annual Sowing Day festival but discoverers that the God of the Fields has mysteriously shirked their festival duties. You can find Enrique Cintrón on twitter and instagram at @themologian and you can learn more about their work at patreon.com/themologian. Additional music from Minyo San Kyoku by Doug Maxwell and Zac Zinger.
Bloodgold 29 - The Shining Blue City
Mon, 30 Aug 2021 14:30:05 +0000
Merrin and the kobolds manage to avoid the wyvern as they head towards the big city. They find they're not the only travelers in town as news of the wyvern has put everyone on edge. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Bloodgold 28 - The Approaching Thunder
Mon, 16 Aug 2021 14:30:04 +0000
Merrin understands that the distant thunder is more than just a bad omen and continues to lead the kobolds away from the wyvern, but heavy footsteps are following them through the forest. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague, and Nidra in the Sky with Ayler by Jesse Gallagher.
Bloodgold 27 - The Gossamer String
Mon, 02 Aug 2021 14:30:04 +0000
Merrin puts her knowledge of wyverns to the test as our adventurers attempt to avoid an encounter with one. The Paga also send Merrin a mysterious sign. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Bloodgold 26 - The Trek Through the Rain
Mon, 19 Jul 2021 14:00:01 +0000
Caught in a thunderstorm, our adventurers find themselves in the unenviable position of pushing through the mud or finding shelter. With morale at a low point, Merrin tries to keep spirits high. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Bloodgold 25 - The Thunderstorm
Mon, 05 Jul 2021 14:30:00 +0000
After a good night's rest, much needed baths, and enough rations for the trip ahead, the trio heads out for their next mail delivery job. Despite warnings of a wyvern, it doesn't seem anything could dampen the spirits of our adventurers... Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 21 Jun 2021 14:30:09 +0000
Merrin returns to town to get paid for the successful hunt. Knowing the group will need more money down the road she also looks for work at the post office, but an ominous warning makes the kobolds nervous about their trip to the next town. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 07 Jun 2021 14:30:01 +0000
Merrin has to adapt when faced with an angry rhino boar after one of the kobolds blows her cover and the other gets seriously injured. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 24 May 2021 14:30:00 +0000
Our adventurers are out of pretty much everything and are forced to find work if they're going to continue their journey. They journey out into the woods to find some small game but Merrin's tracking skills lead them to something a little more dangerous. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 10 May 2021 14:30:00 +0000
Merrin wakes up from her dream which began as a memory but turned to a nightmare. Along with the kobolds, she makes her way to the next town to hopefully find a place to stay and a way to earn some gold. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 26 Apr 2021 14:30:01 +0000
Merrin dreams about her younger days as an adventurer with her partner, Priya, and their team as she relives one of their desperate fights with an orange wyvern. For this game we played The Fantasy Trip by Steve Jackson Games. Additional music from, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague, and Nidra in the Sky with Ayler by Jesse Gallagher. Heart Points now has merch! Check it our here www.redbubble.com/people/HeartPointsPod/shop
Mon, 12 Apr 2021 14:30:06 +0000
We're taking a quick break from Bloodgold to check out Grandpa's Farm from Possible World Games. Nala and her husband Percival try their hand at running at cockatrice ranch in a sleepy seaside village. You can check out the Possible World Games kickstarter at https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1013756372/possible-worlds. Additional music from In the Sweet By and By by Zachariah Hickman.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 14:30:00 +0000
Merrin and the kobolds take to the road again as they continue on their adventure but this time they're actually sticking to the road. They meet some greenhorn adventurers who remind Merrin of her younger days and why she's on this journey. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague, and Nidra in the Sky with Ayler by Jesse Gallagher. Heart Points now has merch! Check it our here www.redbubble.com/people/HeartPointsPod/shop
Bloodgold 18 - The Empty Coffers
Mon, 15 Mar 2021 14:30:08 +0000
With Lonbourne saved, Merrin prepares for the road ahead by stocking up on supplies. She anticipated the town being more grateful for her services but Merrin might have to take what she can get. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague. Heart Points now has merch! Check it our here www.redbubble.com/people/HeartPointsPod/shop
Bloodgold 17 - Mushroom Business
Mon, 01 Mar 2021 15:30:02 +0000
With the secrets behind the attacks unveiled, the priests of Lonbourne go to work protecting the Paga shine. Meanwhile, Merrin and the kobolds prepare for the journey ahead. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague. Heart Points now has merch! Check it our here www.redbubble.com/people/HeartPointsPod/shop
Bloodgold 16 - The Hungry and Confined
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 15:30:02 +0000
Merrin seeks the help of her companions as she unravels the mysteries of Lonbourne. Ultimately, all roads lead back to the Tower of the Pine. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague, and Nidra in the Sky with Ayler by Jesse Gallagher. Heart Points now has merch! Check it our here www.redbubble.com/people/HeartPointsPod/shop
Bloodgold 15 - The Young Priest of Lonbourne
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 15:30:07 +0000
Merrin has a hunch that the young priest at the local shrine has something to do with the attacks in the forests near Lonbourne. Can her subtle investigation tactics get her closer to answers? Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague. Heart Points now has merch! Check it our here www.redbubble.com/people/HeartPointsPod/shop
Bloodgold 14 - The Tower of the Pine
Mon, 18 Jan 2021 15:30:09 +0000
Something is rotten in the town of Lonbourne. Merrin arrives in town to more news of attacks in the woods and a new priest at the local Paga shrine. She just isn't sure if she should get involved. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague. Heart Points now has merch! Check it our here https://www.redbubble.com/people/HeartPointsPod/shop
Bloodgold 13 - The Attacker in the Woods
Mon, 04 Jan 2021 15:30:04 +0000
Merrin is on the road to Lonbourne and meets some of the locals. After getting off on the wrong foot with one of them she decides to take her chances with a shortcut through the woods. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague. Heart Points now has merch! Check it our here https://www.redbubble.com/people/HeartPointsPod/shop
Bloodgold 12 - The Hunter and the Hunted
Mon, 21 Dec 2020 15:00:19 +0000
After slaying the bee and mostly recovering from her wounds, Merrin is ready to take the kobolds on the next leg of the journey. The trip seems to be under control until hunger takes over. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 07 Dec 2020 15:30:05 +0000
Merrin returns to the speckled bee's den to retrieve honey for the journey ahead. Some supernatural advice and healing hands from the kobolds leads Merrin to think she might need the extra help. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 23 Nov 2020 15:00:12 +0000
Merrin and her companions have encountered the speckled bee, and when Merrin gets wounded an unlikely hero emerges. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Bloodgold 09 - The Speckled Bee
Mon, 09 Nov 2020 15:29:59 +0000
In exchange for food and shelter Merrin agreed to take care of a farmer's speckled bee problem. Her kobold companions also learn valuable lessons about monster tracking and the gig economy. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Bloodgold 08 - The Pine Needle Pot
Mon, 12 Oct 2020 13:58:56 +0000
Merrin doesn't have friends. She has contacts. Merrin is hoping to use her contacts in Severir to find a place to stay for the night. She's quickly reminded that her reputation means taking up some dangerous work. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Bloodgold 07 - The Gifts of the Paga
Mon, 28 Sep 2020 14:16:31 +0000
In episode 7 our adventurers continue on their way after the fight with the Cedar Rex. Merrin begins having strange dreams and the kobolds try opening her mind to what the Paga can offer. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague, and Nidra in the Sky with Ayler by Jesse Gallagher.
Mon, 14 Sep 2020 12:49:17 +0000
In episode 6 our adventurers have left the main road and wandered into the path of a Cedar Rex on the hunt. Merrin might be a little rusty as a fighter but maybe the kobolds have a few tricks up their sleeves. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 31 Aug 2020 15:56:50 +0000
Our adventurers set off on their journey in episode 5. With other travelers on the road and dangerous creatures in the forest, Merrin thinks the kobolds might be ill-suited for this kind of quest. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague. Map of Step 1 of the Bloodgold Journey: https://imgur.com/JObanHK Bloodgold Playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/44R0qYL…8oTkW0pCJe7atCYA Bloodgold Board: www.pinterest.com/zwgarth/bloodgold/ Pāga Submissions: forms.gle/9xdooKCQeJ2ktyULA
Mon, 17 Aug 2020 13:44:36 +0000
The anti-hiatus is over and we're moving back to our Bloodgold campaign! This episode we're recapping Merrin's journey so far and what you can expect in the future. We're back to new episodes every other Monday so if you haven't had a chance to listen to the first 4 Bloodgold episodes or the anti-hiatus games this is a great time to catch up! Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones and Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit. Bloodgold Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/44R0qYLA04O6ByLnk7AMNf?si=-xCjNE8oTkW0pCJe7atCYA Bloodgold Board: https://www.pinterest.com/zwgarth/bloodgold/ Pāga Submissions: https://forms.gle/9xdooKCQeJ2ktyULA
Fall of Magic: Song of the Stormwing - Part III
Mon, 10 Aug 2020 13:21:20 +0000
In the thrilling conclusion of our game of Fall of Magic, the crew seeks refuge in a new land but strange forces seek to prevent them from leaving again. The mystery of the Stormwing unravels as our adventurers begin to remember. Additional music from Spirit of Fire by Jesse Gallagher.
Fall of Magic: Song of the Stormwing - Part II
Mon, 03 Aug 2020 13:55:41 +0000
In part II of our game of Fall of Magic our adventurers learn that when the winds stop blowing on the Sightless Sea, Grandmother Black's crew might not be so keen on keeping them around. Additional music from Spirit of Fire by Jesse Gallagher.
Fall of Magic: Song of the Stormwing - Part I
Mon, 27 Jul 2020 14:00:05 +0000
For this episode we're playing a game of Fall of Magic using the Songs from the Axe and Fiddle expansion. In part I the ragtag band of adventures meet up to discover the mysteries of the Sightless Sea and hopefully recover the missing Stormwing for its captain. Additional music from Spirit of Fire by Jesse Gallagher.
ViewScream - Optimal Virulence
Mon, 20 Jul 2020 13:45:52 +0000
We're returning to the Sci-Fi horror game ViewScream for this episode. An infection has turned most of the crew of the Imperial Hellhound into zombies that seem intent on destroying the ship. Now the remaining crew must work together to survive but some of them might be hiding dangerous secrets. Additional music from Introspective Spacewalk by Asher Fulero.
Mon, 13 Jul 2020 12:57:57 +0000
In the final episode of our Ross Rifles game Cpl. Walsh and Pvt. Reid discover what their friends found in the farmhouse and learn that escaping alive might not be so easy. Additional music from Doll Dancing by Puddle of Infinity.
Mon, 06 Jul 2020 13:54:08 +0000
We're continuing with part 2 of our Ross Rifles Game with Zack, Zack B. and Tori. Cpl. Walsh and Pvt. Reid are looking for clues around the farm that might lead them to their fellow soldiers. They even enlist the help of a four-legged friend. Additional music from Doll Dancing by Puddle of Infinity.
Mon, 29 Jun 2020 16:07:44 +0000
Today Zack is playing WWI drama Ross Rifles with editor Zack B. and friend of the show Tori. New recruit Pvt. Reid joins a battle weary unit in need of some rest and supplies. Cpl. Walsh takes the greenhorn on a routine mission to find some lost soldiers and gather any food they might find along the way. Additional music from Doll Dancing by Puddle of Infinity.
Mechs Into Plowshares - Game 2 Part 2
Mon, 22 Jun 2020 13:43:35 +0000
In the conclusion of our second game of Mechs Into Plowshares we rejoin Iris as she struggles with finding herself and possibly losing the farm. Spoiler Warning: This episode has major spoilers for key mechanics of this game but we can't recommend Mechs Into Plowshares enough! Additional music from Bittersweet by SYBS and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mechs Into Plowshares - Game 2 Part 1
Mon, 15 Jun 2020 14:49:23 +0000
Zack B. joins Zack this week for our second game of Mechs Into Plowshares. You'll meet Iris and her mech Eva as she transitions from a soldier to an uncertain life on a farm. Additional music from Bittersweet by SYBS and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 08 Jun 2020 19:38:44 +0000
This week Zack was joined by his brother Gavin from the Chasing Chocobos podcast, his friend Michael, and editor Zack B. for a game of Viewscream: a sci-fi LARP about the crew of a spaceship struggling to survive an emergency. This game is full of mystery, betrayal, and uncontrollable drones. Additional music from Introspective Spacewalk by Asher Fulero.
Mon, 01 Jun 2020 13:27:22 +0000
Heart Points has added a new goblin to the family!! Since this means Diana and Zack are catching up on sleep and how exactly to parent a tiny goblin, we're taking a short anti-hiatus from Bloodgold. That means we'll be releasing an episode every Monday for the next 8 weeks featuring special guests and different games. We hope you enjoy these episodes and we look forward to returning to Bloodgold soon!
Bloodgold 04 - The Market and The Spider
Mon, 25 May 2020 14:20:08 +0000
In episode 4 of Bloodgold Merrin is preparing for the trials of a long journey while the kobolds cause trouble on the farm. Also in this episode, Diana explores the logistics of small town general stores and Zack burns through a good NPC. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague, and Nidra in the Sky with Ayler by Jesse Gallagher.
Mon, 11 May 2020 13:40:34 +0000
In episode 3 Merrin is called on to repay an old debt that involves the kobolds' precious cargo and her former set of skills. Also in this episode, Diana and Zack work out the math of three creatures eating a meal with only one set of dishes. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague, and Nidra in the Sky with Ayler by Jesse Gallagher.
Mon, 27 Apr 2020 14:10:53 +0000
In episode 2 of Bloodgold, Merrin arrives at the Grove of Witch's Pine and learns she isn't the only creature traveling through the forest on a quest... Also in this episode, Diana enters the world of JRPG combat and Zack talks about animal noses. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Nidra in the Sky with Ayler by Jesse Gallagher.
Bloodgold 01 - The Mountain Fire and the Forest Shrine
Mon, 13 Apr 2020 14:09:55 +0000
Merrin's work on the farm is interrupted by a request from the local village elder. This seemingly simple quest gets off to an unexpected start with a surprise visit to an ancient Pāga shrine. Also in this episode, Diana doesn't fall for Zack's "Wonder Points" trick and they both show off their knowledge of farming. Additional music from Resolution by Wayne Jones, Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit, and Nidra in the Sky with Ayler by Jesse Gallagher.
Bloodgold 00 - Merrin and Osmer
Mon, 30 Mar 2020 14:00:58 +0000
Bloodgold is here! In this episode you'll meet Merrin, a 52 year old retired wyvern hunter turned farmer and her stubborn fantasy pack antelope, Osmer. Also in this episode, Diana and Zack explore how taint stabbing is a complex metaphor and merch opportunity.
Mon, 23 Mar 2020 13:11:42 +0000
The trailer for season 2 of Heart Points! Music from Resolution by Wayne Jones and Distant Lands by Hanu Dixit.
Beam Saber: Rings of Wodin - Episode 2
Mon, 16 Mar 2020 14:10:21 +0000
In our final episode of Beam Saber River and Bonez must survive the jungle, the enemy, and each other if they're going to escape the planet alive. We also have a special surprise at the end of the episode so make sure you stick around after the outro. You can find Beam Saber here: austin-ramsay.itch.io/beamsaber Additional music from Under Cover by Wayne Jones.
Beam Saber: Rings of Wodin - Episode 1
Mon, 02 Mar 2020 14:24:16 +0000
River and Bonez successfully sabotaged the excavation site and stole the hard drive. Now all they have to do is pilot their mechs to the extraction point and rendezvous with their team. But something lurks in the jungle that might turn this simple mission into a fight for their lives. You can find Beam Saber here: https://austin-ramsay.itch.io/beamsaber Additional music from Under Cover by Wayne Jones.
Mon, 17 Feb 2020 22:07:18 +0000
Zack, Diana, and Zack B. are piloting some mechs in our game of Austin Ramsay's Beam Saber! You can find out more about Beam Saber and the upcoming Kickstarter using this link. https://austin-ramsay.itch.io/beamsaber You can also find Zack's pinterest board below which inspired our game. https://www.pinterest.com/zwgarth/mecha/ Additional music from Into the Void by TrackTribe.
2019 PAX Unplugged Retrospective
Mon, 03 Feb 2020 15:05:46 +0000
We're here with our 2019 PAX Unplugged retrospective! Join us as we discuss Fall of Magic, Thousand Arrows, Good Society, and the horrors of speaking in public among other things.
In A Campaign Built For Two: Duet RPGs With Your S.O.
Mon, 20 Jan 2020 15:19:40 +0000
This week you can listen to our 2019 PAX Unplugged panel, "In A Campaign Built For Two: Duet RPGs With Your S.O.". We joined Ben and Mel from Pod of Love and Makenzie from One on One: A D&D Duet Campaign to talk about playing ttrpgs with your partner.
Mon, 06 Jan 2020 14:52:08 +0000
This week we're joined by Zack's brother Gavin as they play Chasing the Ace. It's a Descended from the Queen game designed by Zack that tells the story of a mecha squadron and their legendary pilot, the Ace! You can find Chasing the Ace and more of Zack's games here! https://zwgarth.itch.io/chasing-the-ace Additional music from Strange Stuff by Matt Harris.
2019 Holiday Special: The Veil - Part II
Fri, 20 Dec 2019 03:47:05 +0000
Sky the nomad biker witch is on the home stretch of her assignment to deliver a Christmas gift for a dragon CEO. Will help from Sky's ancient magical spirit and maybe help from the gift itself be enough to get her to her destination?
2019 Holiday Special: The Veil - Part I
Mon, 09 Dec 2019 15:08:48 +0000
Welcome to the year 2110. 80 years after the reawakening when magic reappeared in the world, the renegade courier Sky takes a job delivering precious cargo for the corporation she previously stole from. Also in this episode, Diana and Zack debate which holiday is the most corporate and officially announce a third player will be joining the Heart Points family next year! Additional music from Because For Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES.
Inspectres - Like, Subscribe, and Kill Ent
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 15:04:08 +0000
This week we're playing Inspectres by Jared Sorensen. Meet KMac, social media influencer turned monster hunter, and her friend Marco as they get hired through the Haunter app by a rich lady wanting to get these monsters off her lawn. Additional music from Dreamer by DivKid.
For the Queen - The Carnivore Queen
Mon, 11 Nov 2019 14:45:34 +0000
This week we're returning to For the Queen by Alex Roberts. A gnoll matriarch is on a journey to make peace with a rival but can her gnoll companions, or the matriarch herself, be trusted? Also in this episode, Zack has hyena facts and all Diana wants for Christmas is you.
Halloween Special: Part III - Curious Oni, Lonely Kami
Mon, 28 Oct 2019 14:20:27 +0000
In the finale of our 2019 Halloween special, Gozen makes her way to the purple tree and the haunted mountain shrine to discover what the town has long forgotten. Additional music from Minyo San Kyoku by Doug Maxwell & Zac Zinger and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Halloween Special: Part II - Candies, Crows, and Crying Kids
Mon, 14 Oct 2019 13:59:00 +0000
In part 2 of our 2019 Halloween special, Gozen is investigating the haunted shrine in the mountains and needs to find the rabbit henge Maru. Gozen has to try really hard not to scare Maru or eat her friend's lollipop. Additional music from Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Halloween Special: Part I - Toroyama Town and the Lantern Festival
Mon, 30 Sep 2019 13:25:31 +0000
Get some meat on a stick and put away your dried beans for part 1 of our 2019 Halloween Special. A young oni and her crow companion are on a journey to save the Lantern Festival in our first game of Ryo Kamiya and Ewen Cluney's Golden Sky Stories. Additional music from Minyo San Kyoku by Doug Maxwell & Zac Zinger and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 16 Sep 2019 13:37:59 +0000
In this episode we play For The Queen by Alex Roberts. Also in this episode, Diana thinks October is basic and Zack can't wait for fall. Additional music from Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague
Mon, 09 Sep 2019 14:30:36 +0000
Get ready for some historical romance in our game of Ben Lehman's Hot Guys Making Out. Gonzalvo lost his family in the Spanish Civil War and now finds himself in the extravagant home of Honore. Will they find love in the middle of war? Also in this episode, Diana wants more soap opera games and Zack wants to break the show's sad streak. Additional music from Pink Flamenco by Doug Maxwell and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 02 Sep 2019 15:53:00 +0000
In the final episode of our game of Fall of Magic, Vago and Fawn follow the young Magus to the place where magic was born to find out if they can become who they are meant to be. Also in this episode, Diana reads spoilers and Zack tries to contain K-Pop talk to the Patreon campfire episodes. Use the link below to get Fall of Magic and more games from Heart of the Deernicorn. heartofthedeernicorn.com/?wpam_id=10 Additional music from Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 26 Aug 2019 14:00:06 +0000
In part III of our game of Fall of Magic, Vago and Fawn head underground with the Magus as they're confronted with the uncomfortable truths of how their lives could have been different. Also in this episode, Diana is living in KPop hell and it's Zack's fault. Use the link below to get Fall of Magic and more games from Heart of the Deernicorn. heartofthedeernicorn.com/?wpam_id=10 Additional music from Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 19 Aug 2019 14:00:06 +0000
In part II of our Fall of Magic game, Fawn tells the tale of the first giant and Vago's magic seems to be failing him. Also in this episode, Diana listens to Portuguese music and Zack recommends some Fall of Magic appropriate music. Use the link below to get Fall of Magic and more games from Heart of the Deernicorn. heartofthedeernicorn.com/?wpam_id=10 Additional music from Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 12 Aug 2019 14:00:31 +0000
Magic is dying in part I of our Fall of Magic game. Meet Vago the Raven of Ravenhall, Fawn the Giant of Mistwood, and the boy Magus as they travel to the land of Umbra where magic was born. "Sad is happy for deep people." Use the link below to get Fall of Magic and more games from Heart of the Deernicorn. https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/?wpam_id=10 Additional music from Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
2019 Philly Pod Fest Live Show
Mon, 05 Aug 2019 13:59:04 +0000
Robin the Red Panda is back for the 2019 Philly Pod Fest! Robin was captured at the end of the last adventure but is now tasked with stealing the Staff of Fazzlewood in exchange for freedom. Will Robin get stuck in 1980s D&D puzzles? Find out in this week's live show!
Mon, 29 Jul 2019 14:04:34 +0000
In the finale of our Questlandia game our adventurers find the golem clay they need to fix the oracle but they might lose themselves along the way. Also in this episode, Diana and Zack discuss the logistics of throwing rocks. Additional music from Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague
Mon, 22 Jul 2019 17:55:13 +0000
Our adventuring pair begins their journey to fix the oracle golem as they smooth talk their way into getting the supplies they need in part II of our Questlandia game. Additional music from Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague
Mon, 15 Jul 2019 13:44:27 +0000
In the first part of our play through of Hannah Shaffer's Questlandia, Zack and Diana create the kingdom of Bokafreet filled with mountains, rivers, summoners, and a troublesome golem oracle. Also in this episode, Diana hates summer, Zack breakes a rule, and the cat is oppressed. Additional music from Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague Additional music from Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague
Mechs Into Plowshares - Part II
Mon, 08 Jul 2019 13:39:22 +0000
The government is coming to reposes Mahai's mech and the farming isn't getting any easier. In part II of our game of Frisco Cruise's Mechs Into Plowshares we'll find out if Mahai and Kumaton can get the cash together or if they'll have to say goodbye. Additional music from Bittersweet by SYBS and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mechs Into Plowshares - Part I
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 13:32:47 +0000
In our first episode of Mechs Into Plowshares by Frisco Cruise, Zack takes his Zoids inspired bear fighter mech back to the farm to eke out an existence now that the war is over. Additional music from Bittersweet by SYBS and Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague.
Mon, 10 Jun 2019 13:34:48 +0000
Diana makes shrub wine and Zack consorts with cults as the community prepares for winter and the Frost Shepherds in the final part of our Quiet Year game. Additional Music from Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague
Mon, 27 May 2019 12:25:40 +0000
The community explores the forbidden island and circles the wagons as new strange travelers arrive in part II of our play through of the Quiet Year. Additional music from Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague
Mon, 13 May 2019 13:44:32 +0000
Diana builds some boats and Zack searches for water in the first part of our play through of the Quiet Year by Avery Alder, a map making game about a post-apocalyptic community trying to survive. Additional music from Bug Catching by Emily A. Sprague and Breathing Planet by Doug Maxwell.
HEADstrong Comedy Festival Live Show
Mon, 29 Apr 2019 13:54:16 +0000
Zack and Diana play a GM-less game of Dungeon World at Thirsty Dice Board Game Cafe for the HEADstrong Comedy Festival. Join Basuk the Lizardfolk Paladin and Greta the Half-Dwarf Warrior as they make their way through a deadly dungeon partially designed by listeners!
Mon, 22 Apr 2019 13:46:52 +0000
Diana and Zack look back at their time in Toronto for Breakout Con 2019. They discuss their impressions of Hearts of Wulin, Beam Saber, Captain My Captain, and the Ward.
S1E63 - Segurança Retrospective
Mon, 15 Apr 2019 14:18:17 +0000
Diana and Zack take a look back at 62 episodes of the Segurança campaign and answer your questions about devils, love interests, and character arcs. They also have an update about what to expect from the show in May and June.
Mon, 08 Apr 2019 13:30:28 +0000
The season 1 finale is here! Ção made a lot of promises during her time in Segurança and now she has to deliver on them before she rides off into the sunset. Additional music from Cylinder Six by Chris Zabriskie
Mon, 01 Apr 2019 14:25:26 +0000
Ção has Mécia on the ropes and is determined to kill her in episode 61, but will Ção have a last minute change of heart? Also in this episode, Diana withholds information and Zack can't have one moment.
Mon, 25 Mar 2019 14:10:15 +0000
Mécia realizes she's no match for an enraged and reckless Ção in episode 60 so she decides to send in the goon squad to slow Ção down. We also have a shiny new logo and look thanks to artwork from Strawberry Nightmare!
Mon, 18 Mar 2019 13:41:12 +0000
It only took 59 episodes but Ção finally confronts Mécia in the battle for Corpsetown. Also in this episode, Diana explains why she likes the name Nuno and Zack makes Diana curse.
Mon, 11 Mar 2019 13:41:57 +0000
Ção's past finally catches up with her in episode 58 in the form of a burly man with a whip and explosives. Also in this episode, Diana likes the name Nuno and Zack turns K-Drama into science.
Mon, 04 Mar 2019 15:01:39 +0000
In episode 57 Ção has to get her friends out of the City Guard camp alive and regroup at the cemetery to prepare for her final battle. Also in this episode, Diana looks for the good dice and Zack advocates for naps.
Mon, 25 Feb 2019 15:00:33 +0000
Ção is behind enemy lines in episode 56. She need to rescue a prisoner and escape without starting a fight in the middle of the City Guard camp. What could go wrong? Also in this episode, Diana gets a red card and Zack doesn't like hipster chairs.
S1E55 - Conceição Covered in Blood
Mon, 18 Feb 2019 13:47:54 +0000
Like Frodo and Sam heading into Mordor, Ção and Omin disguise themselves as the enemy in the hopes of saving their friend. Also in this episode, Diana has Netflix recommendations and Zack talks about their new podcast!
Mon, 11 Feb 2019 14:43:29 +0000
Ção is close to her goal in episode 54 but needs to find a way past the devil that has joined the fight on the Corpsetown stairs. Also in this episode Diana gives Valentine's Day advice, Zack thinks about tracking a "love" stat, and Alexa tells us how tall a meter is.
S1E53 - Bearskins and Wilhelm Screams
Mon, 04 Feb 2019 15:08:09 +0000
Ção goes Berserker in episode 53 as she fights for her life and the future of Corpsetown. Also in the episode, Diana reveals some personal information about Ção and Zack regrets a previous decision.
Mon, 28 Jan 2019 14:25:27 +0000
In episode 52 Ção realizes that she's not quite sure how her Immolater stopping magic works which puts a good friend in harms way. Also in episode 52 Diana does ladder stunts like her favorite basketball player and Zack talks about soda.
Mon, 21 Jan 2019 16:08:55 +0000
In episode 51 Ção gets back in the fight against the City Guard and has a moral crisis about how badly she should hurt them. Also in this episode Diana goes on Buzzfeed and Zack is oxford comma indifferent.
S1E50 - The Immolator Emulator
Mon, 14 Jan 2019 15:03:16 +0000
Ção is back in episode 50 and she's anxious to try out her new magical Immolator stopping abilities. Also in this episode, Zack talks about rocks and Diana uses sports analogies.
2018 Holiday Special - Return To Red Robed Lich Part III
Mon, 07 Jan 2019 18:15:51 +0000
The finale of our Holiday Special is here as Elohir gets her chance to escape from the lair of the Red Robed Lich. Will her stopping time spell and new krampus allies be enough for her to get away?
2018 Holiday Special - Return To Red Robed Lich Part II
Mon, 31 Dec 2018 14:52:19 +0000
Part II of our Holiday Special is full of elves, evil Santas, and magic spells. What else could you want? Diana and Zack also discuss their extensive knowledge of basketball and Zack sings a Christmas song.
2018 Holiday Special - Return To Red Robed Lich Part I
Mon, 24 Dec 2018 15:00:05 +0000
It's Part I of our 2019 Holiday Special as we return to the Lair of the Red Robed Lich. This year a familiar face tries to escape the clutches of the Lich through magical abilities and good old fashioned fighting. Happy Holidays!
Wed, 19 Dec 2018 14:34:17 +0000
Sickness has ravaged the Heart Points family this week so we've reached out to actual family for this episode. This week Zack's brother Gavin (also of the Chasing Chocobos podcast) plays a treasure seeking thief navigating a "trap" filled dungeon.
2018 PAX Unplugged Retrospective
Mon, 10 Dec 2018 14:49:29 +0000
We've (mostly) recovered from PAX Unplugged and we have our first guests on the show as we look back at everything we got up to. Zack and Diana are joined by editor Zack B. and Becky B. to talk about the games we played, the people we met, and the cats we bonded with on PAX weekend.
Mon, 03 Dec 2018 15:14:32 +0000
Ção channels the magical world to ask a god for help and to contact allies on the other side of Corpsetown. The magic may have tipped off her enemies to their plans that might need to change, but Ção is the first to admit she's not a strategistician. Next week we'll recap the amazing time we had at PAX!!
Mon, 26 Nov 2018 15:00:10 +0000
In episode 48 Ção discovers that entering a sacred site to partake in magical rituals makes some of her allies extremely upset. Zack and Diana also talk about the snow camel and their upcoming panel at PAX Unplugged.
S1E47 - Planning the Offensive
Mon, 19 Nov 2018 15:01:06 +0000
In episode 47 Ção takes stock of her gathered fighting force and tries to figure out what to do about the dudes that can shoot fireballs . . . maybe get the water hoses? Also in this episode, Zack sings Christmas carols out of season and Diana sticks it to the patriarchy.
Mon, 12 Nov 2018 20:53:21 +0000
Ção "ain't got time for mystical stuff" in ep. 46 as she heads deeper into the cemetery to meet the head of the Gravediggers guild and drum up support for the coming fight. Diana and Zack also talk about other podcasts they've been appearing on lately.
Mon, 05 Nov 2018 15:33:37 +0000
Halloween maybe over but things are just starting to get spooky for Ção. She heads into the Corpsetown cemetery to rally support but more waits for her there than just living allies. Also Diana and Zack test out a new recording setup.
2018 Halloween Special - Dead Friend
Mon, 29 Oct 2018 13:30:04 +0000
In our final 2018 Halloween Special we play Dead Friend by Lucian Kahn. Diana plays as teenager Skyler who is trying to bring back her friend Liam, played by Zack, from the dead. Make sure to listen to the content warning at the beginning of the episode to make sure it's for you as things get a little spooky.
2018 Halloween Special - Redemption, NV Part II
Mon, 22 Oct 2018 13:54:01 +0000
In part II and the finale of our Lovecraftesque game, a cult leader wants his ring back, Carlos has a problem with glass, and Diana gets spooked. Join us next week for the last of our Halloween special episodes.
2018 Halloween Special - Redemption, NV Part I
Mon, 15 Oct 2018 13:24:57 +0000
In our first of several 2018 Halloween Specials Zack and Diana play Lovecraftesque, a game about strange events and cosmic horror. In part one we meet our protagonist Carlos and see what strange things are happening in his hometown of Redemption, NV. Diana and Zack also show off their knowledge of geography and astronomy.
S1E44 - Don't Let Anything Happen To Him
Mon, 08 Oct 2018 13:49:41 +0000
Ção's group splits up in episode 44 to get as much done as they can and decide to meet back up in the spookiest place possible. Also in this episode, Diana gives Zack a lot of good ideas and Zack talks about how good October is.
Mon, 01 Oct 2018 14:00:09 +0000
Things are starting to get real for Ção in episode 43 as she realizes that this uneasy alliance she's made between the gnolls and rebel city guard could fall apart at any moment. Diana and Zack also give some Oscar-worthy performances in this episode.
S1E42 - Like a Fork in a Tomato
Mon, 24 Sep 2018 13:26:24 +0000
Things get ugly for Ção in episode 42 as she has to use her punches and kicks to free her friends. Also in episode 42, Diana remembers some important Fall anniversaries and your husband and GM has a birthday.
Mon, 17 Sep 2018 14:04:56 +0000
Ção is in pretty deep in episode 41 as the group navigates Corpsetown. Things go a little sideways when she goes on a lady-adventure side quest to rescue an old friend from the City Guard. Also in episode 41, Zack wants to play the game but Diana wants to win the game.
S1E40 - This Isn't Modern Warfare
Mon, 10 Sep 2018 14:01:32 +0000
In episode 40, Ção turns into Hawkeye as she tries out her new bow and breaks out the grenades. Diana and Zack also talk about their farming experience.
Mon, 03 Sep 2018 14:00:26 +0000
In this special episode Zack asks Diana the questions from #RPGaDay2018 to get some insight into her tabletop rpg experiences and thoughts. Also in this episode, Zack teases some possibilities for the future of Heart Points and Diana says the phrase "cool and poppin".
Mon, 27 Aug 2018 14:00:16 +0000
In episode 39, school counselor Ção shows up as she tries to calm down a nervous caravan so they can get the supplies back into the city. Also in this episode, Diana barks and Zack howls.
Mon, 20 Aug 2018 13:26:10 +0000
Despite what Zack says this is not episode 37 or 36. It's a very exciting episode 38 where Ção finds out what happens when you take gnolls outside the city walls. Also in this episode, Diana angrily dabs and Zack plays by the rules.
S1E37 - What Do Explosives Look Like
Mon, 13 Aug 2018 15:15:49 +0000
Ção is rearmed and ready to battle in episode 37. She finally found another rapier and now has to figure out what to do with all the grenades and gunpowder. Also in this episode, Diana folk dances and Zack doesn't get to role play.
Mon, 06 Aug 2018 14:00:08 +0000
In episode 36 Ção and her allies formulate plans to get the cache supplies to Corpsetown and Ção faces her biggest obstacle to sleep . . . coffee. Also in this episode, Diana reconnects with real life friends and Zack feels dirty.
Mon, 30 Jul 2018 13:51:30 +0000
In her typical punch first and ask questions later fashion, Ção defends herself against some people who don't mean her any harm. She also gets more details on the whereabouts of a love interest. Also in episode 35, Diana and Zack discuss if winking is ever not creepy.
Mon, 23 Jul 2018 14:19:38 +0000
Ção has to figure out how to get the newly acquired supplies into Corpsetown, but first she sets out on a mission to add an old love interest to her team. Also in episode 34, Zack tries to curse in Portuguese and Diana tries to spell the word "spoon".
Mon, 16 Jul 2018 13:48:13 +0000
We're back with part II of our Temple of Love game of Star Crossed. Our two warriors didn't have a great first meeting but maybe some sparks will fly during their second encounter. Diana and Zack also talk about yoga and their new Jenga tower.
The Temple Of Love - Anniversary Episode
Mon, 09 Jul 2018 13:22:51 +0000
We're celebrating 1 year of Heart Points by revisiting Alex Roberts' Star Crossed. We play as two warriors on opposite sides of a war trapped in a temple. Can love find a way in war? It's been a year but some things never change. Diana is worried she's an android and Zack is still bad at Jenga. Thanks for sticking with us the last 12 months!
Mon, 02 Jul 2018 13:54:41 +0000
Ção is almost out of the Chaser hideout and the last obstacle might have more to offer than expected. Also in this episode, Diana explains the existence of Scotch in Segurança using Dr. Who, and Zack and Diana issue a call to action.
Mon, 25 Jun 2018 13:59:37 +0000
It's taken 32 episodes but Ção finally smooches someone...kinda. Ção and her allies continue fighting their way through the dungeon to rescue her friends. Also this week, Zack agrees to read the Hobbit and Diana watches the World Cup.
S1E31 - Ção in the Chasers' HQ
Mon, 18 Jun 2018 14:09:01 +0000
Ção and her followers need to fight their way through the Chaser HQ to rescue her friends. In typical Ção fashion, she does a lot of yelling and takes a lot of damage. Diana and Zack also question the existence of objective good and evil and argue about directions.
Mon, 11 Jun 2018 14:01:37 +0000
In episode 30, Ção is on a mission to rescue her friends from the City Guard. She finally gets to try out that hatchet and spends a lot of time figuring out how to get down a flight of stairs. Zack also introduces follower moves from The Perilous Wilds, and Diana gives out life advice and uses a new word she learned.
S1E29 - Ção Gets Arrested...Again
Mon, 04 Jun 2018 14:46:44 +0000
Ção gets arrested again but not by who you might think. In episode 29 she learns who her true allies are and who is willing to sell her out. Also Diana talks about shoes and pizza.
S1E28 - Esteban Runs, Ção Hangs Back
Mon, 21 May 2018 13:01:57 +0000
Ção shows some uncharacteristic restraint in episode 28 after getting key information out of one of her love interests. Can she save her gnoll friends and make it to the Guild Council meeting on time? Also in this episode, Diana lists Portuguese foods and Zack still wants to talk about hatchets.
Mon, 14 May 2018 15:00:12 +0000
After an eternity of being unarmed, Ção gets a hatchet in episode 27 as she prepares to face the dark alleys and sketchy figures in the Devil's Market. Also in this episode, Diana and Zack spend far too much time yelling about the definition of a hatchet.
Mon, 07 May 2018 17:02:24 +0000
Ção is stuck inside the walls of the Guild Hall and has to do what she does best...sneak around and be quiet while other people talk about her. Also in the episode, Zack forgets to take notes and Diana struggles to pluralize "dungeon".
S1E25 - Evaristo in the Guild Hall
Mon, 30 Apr 2018 13:31:11 +0000
In episode 25 Ção and the Guild leaders try to convince Evaristo to help bring down the corrupt City Guard from the inside. We also learn about Diana's favorite kind of fruit and that Zack might start stealing story ideas from Diana.
S1E24 - Not Much Happens In This One
Mon, 23 Apr 2018 13:20:35 +0000
With her band of allies supporting her, Ção heads back into the city to try and find a friend that could help take down the corrupt City Guard.
Mon, 16 Apr 2018 13:12:29 +0000
Diana and Zack talk about their trip to PAX East where they ate meatballs, got emotional with the Video Game Orchestra, and became princesses. Don't cut in line!
Star Crossed - Haptic Feedback
Mon, 09 Apr 2018 13:49:28 +0000
We have a very special episode for you this week. We're playing Star Crossed by Alex Roberts! Star Crossed is about romantic tension and a relationship that is almost certain to fail. You also play with a Jenga tower so it's pretty great. You voted on twitter and chose an asteroid miner and their ship's A.I. for our couple. Will love find a way? Can we flirt and play Jenga at the same time? Do we know anything about mining? Star Crossed hits Kickstarter tomorrow (April 10)! Please support this great game if you can. Head to bullypulpitgames.com to find out more.
Mon, 02 Apr 2018 12:59:27 +0000
Ção is out of her handcuffs but still needs to clean herself up in episode 23. On her journey for clean clothes she reunites with some friendly guild leaders who are looking to bring order and justice back to the city. Diana and Zack also talk about their favorite scents and their cat tries to join the podcast.
Sun, 25 Mar 2018 01:21:04 +0000
Ção is on the run in episode 22 and she needs a clever idea in order to evade capture. Will her plan to be the grossest person in the city work? Also in this episode, Diana reviews the tv show Frasier and Zack wonders aloud how his game has turned into this.
S1E21 - I've Given Up On Plans
Mon, 12 Mar 2018 13:44:20 +0000
Ção continues to be quite unpredictable in episode 21. In her quest for answers she confront a rival and does lots of running away. Also Diana isn't too happy with one of Zack's new rules and Zack stops trying to predict what Diana will do.
S1E20 - Can You Make a Bad Sword?
Mon, 05 Mar 2018 14:12:27 +0000
Ção is on a quest to replace the rapier she lost in the most recent fight when she learns a new friend is an apprentice blacksmith. She spends most of episode 20 listening to almost every resident of Corpse Town tell her it is in fact possible to make a bad sword. Also in the episode, Diana insists she can ride a bicycle and "ace a skateboard".
2018 Valentine's Day Special Part IV - Breaking the Ice
Mon, 26 Feb 2018 14:11:53 +0000
In the fourth and final episode of our Breaking the Ice special, Ferghus and Penarddun hit the local festival for the ultimate test of their relationship. Diana and Zack also discuss what the future holds for their characters and reflect on their time playing Breaking the Ice.
2018 Valentine's Day Special Part III - Breaking the Ice
Mon, 19 Feb 2018 14:24:19 +0000
After a not so great first date, Ferghus takes Penarddun to a paint-and-sip in the hopes that the second date goes better. Can they navigate skeptical best friends, hot painting instructors, and their competitive natures on the way to love?
2018 Valentine's Day Special Part II - Breaking the Ice
Mon, 12 Feb 2018 14:15:11 +0000
Ferghus and Penarddun head to the beach for their first date. It's your typical first date filled with stargazing, bad coffee, a surprise visit from an ex, and magic dinosaurs.
2018 Valentine's Day Special Part I -Breaking the Ice
Mon, 05 Feb 2018 14:28:38 +0000
Happy early Valentine's Day! Diana and Zack are celebrating by setting February aside to play Breaking the Ice, a game by Emily Care Boss. In this episode, Diana and Zack introduce the setting and their characters as they prepare to explore the perils of workplace dating.
Mon, 29 Jan 2018 14:16:53 +0000
Ção is in trouuuuuuubleeeeeeeee in episode 19. She has to face the Gnoll leaders as they prepare for the repercussions of Ção's fight in the city. Also in this episode, Diana thiefed from Zack and has a problem telling people to "have a nice day" in real life.
S1E18 - Ção Loves Coffee, Ção Needs Coffee
Mon, 22 Jan 2018 14:10:35 +0000
In episode 18, Ção stars in a coffee commercial and learns more about Gnoll culture as she prepares to face the consequences of starting a riot in the city. Also in this episode, Diana tries breaking one of Zack's rules without him noticing and Zack gives some hyena anatomy facts.
Heart Points live at Amalgam Comics and Coffeehouse in Philadelphia - 12/17/17
Mon, 15 Jan 2018 13:28:58 +0000
We're time traveling all the way back to December, 2017 for our first ever live show. Zack takes Diana's red panda thief through an old school D&D dungeon designed by a married couple. Special thanks to Everything is Awesome Podcast for letting us open for them and Amalgam Comics & Coffeehouse for hosting the event and being one of the coolest places in Philly. Make sure to check out Everything is Awesome at thatentertains.com/awesomepodcast and Amalgam Comics & Coffeehouse at https://www.facebook.com/amalgamphilly.
Mon, 08 Jan 2018 14:26:58 +0000
Everything kicks off in episode 17. Ção stumbles on a public execution, starts a riot on her way to stop it, and meets some potential allies. Also, Diana has a snow day and wins the Heinsman Trophy.
Mon, 01 Jan 2018 13:59:23 +0000
Happy New Year! Thanks for sticking with us in 2017 and we're excited for a 2018 full of bad rolls and love interests. In episode 16, Ção continues to hone her fighting skills and learns more about the trouble she's in. Also, Diana and Zack debate about the average height of humans and Diana asks for audience input about Ção's love interests.
Mon, 25 Dec 2017 17:42:45 +0000
Welcome to the finale of our holiday special! If you're looking for some holiday cheer you probably aren't going to find it here as Diana's arctic elf faces down evil Santa. We've had a lot of fun in 2017 and we want to thank all of you for joining us. Whether you've been with us since July or are just discovering us, we wanted to thank you for stopping by. See all of you in 2018!
Mon, 18 Dec 2017 14:20:03 +0000
It's snowing in Philadelphia which means it must be time for our Holiday Special! In part I, we meet Diana's bloodthirsty elf warrior on a vengeance mission against evil Santa. Zack and Diana also discuss their feelings on candy, holidays, and rpg puzzles.
S1E15 - Stop! Assaulting! People!
Mon, 11 Dec 2017 14:20:16 +0000
In episode 15, Ção tries to lay low by spending the day shopping and catching up with old friends. She ends up doing a lot of shouting in the middle of crowded street. Also, Diana rewrites the Matrix films and tells a joke.
Mon, 04 Dec 2017 14:12:59 +0000
A lot of weird things have been happening to Ção lately so in episode 14 she decides to travel to the magical world of the library to do some research. Also, we learn more about elves via Zack's new favorite/Diana's new least favorite character, and we learn Diana and Zack's true feelings about ant babies.
Mon, 27 Nov 2017 14:26:23 +0000
The Heart Points team was attending Pax Unplugged last week so we spent this week's episode recapping some of our favorite moments, games, and panels. Zack and Diana also discuss what they think can be improved for next year. Pax, if you're listening . . . pleeeeaaaase stay in Philly next year!
Mon, 13 Nov 2017 22:23:40 +0000
Things get a little trippy in episode 13 as Ção's brain tries to comprehend what happened the last few days while she sleeps. Also, Diana thinks of new ways to mess with Zack, and Zack imagines a lake of garlic.
S1E12 - How Long Are You Staying?
Mon, 06 Nov 2017 14:43:19 +0000
Time to get back to Segurança in episode 12! This week Ção shows of her sword skills, visits some familiar faces, and remembers how dirty she's become in the last few days. Also, Zack and Diana discuss different ways to hold flour, and Diana and the cat face off in the dice tray.
2017 Halloween Special Part II - Murderous Ghosts
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 13:14:04 +0000
This is the second and final part of our 2017 Halloween Special. This episode has two games of Murderous Ghosts. Diana runs the first game and we (very briefly) get to meet Zack's momma's boy urban spelunker, Derrick. In the second game, Diana's character Lucy tries to use her butt to get away from a ghost.
2017 Halloween Special Part I - Murderous Ghosts
Mon, 23 Oct 2017 13:20:32 +0000
Happy early Halloween!! We're here with our first special episode as Zack and Diana play Murderous Ghosts. The lights are off, the candles are lit, and somewhere off in the distance their cat rattles a door to scare Diana. We'll be back with more Halloween next week and we might even see Diana run a game! *Things get graphic in this episode so pay attention to the content warning in the beginning. If you're not up for this one, join us next week or hang around for the return of Ção in two weeks.
S1E11 - The Guild Hall Meeting
Mon, 16 Oct 2017 12:58:04 +0000
Ção might be bored at this Guild Hall meeting but you won't be! In episode 11, Ção watches her experiences in the city fuel a political debate and she finds out how secret her identity actually is. Also, Zack talks about the one time he actually played Dungeon World instead of being the GM and Diana desperately tries to get Ção to exercise more.
Mon, 09 Oct 2017 12:51:10 +0000
We made it to 10 episodes! Listen as Ção stubbornly confronts local politicians and struggles with the logistics of hiding a sword in her pants. Also, Zack forgets some important things about the month of October and Diana threatens to share pictures of their animals.
Mon, 02 Oct 2017 12:28:27 +0000
In episode 9, Ção saves one of her love interest from certain death and learns she hasn't quite figured out how the train works. Also Zack got a new coffee mug and Diana realizes her character is pretty middling.
Mon, 25 Sep 2017 13:48:55 +0000
Episode 8 is here! Ção spends most of it trying to get free stuff and figuring out how trains work. We also find out that Ção and Diana are nothing alike, and Zack gives a Portuguese language lesson on bar food and farm animals.
Mon, 11 Sep 2017 15:07:57 +0000
In episode 7, Ção makes an unlikely friend and learns about racism and injustice in Segurança. Also, Zack talks about Nordic LARPing, Diana remembers that time she was trespassing in the Vatican, and they both decide they can't hold back any longer . . . watch out ears, curse words ahoy!
S1E6 - The Temple of O Coraçao
Mon, 04 Sep 2017 13:47:04 +0000
In episode 6, Ção reaches the temple of O Coraçao where she tries her hand at becoming a social justice warrior. Also, we issue a correction on some previous animal fun facts, and Diana and Zack talk about different kinds of rocks.
Mon, 21 Aug 2017 11:01:03 +0000
Ção is trying to navigate the big city of Segurança in episode 5. Along the way she'll find some friends, make some enemies, and cut down on her love interest list. Also, Zack and Diana talk about mob movies and conduct a very exciting inventory audit.
Mon, 14 Aug 2017 13:54:48 +0000
The caravan finally arrives at Segurança and Ção gets some first hand experience with the big city. Zack also teaches us Fantasy Portuguese and Diana imparts some animal "facts".
Mon, 07 Aug 2017 13:47:41 +0000
In episode 3, Gnoll Raiders are attacking the caravan and Ção tries her hand at combat for the first time. Zack also works on his podcast intros/outros and Diana tries to say the word "rapier".
Tue, 18 Jul 2017 14:07:11 +0000
In episode 2, Diana introduces her adventurer, Conceição. You can call her Ção (definitely don't call her Concei). Zack also tells us more about the setting and there's a lengthy discussion about tridents.
Tue, 11 Jul 2017 14:13:07 +0000
Welcome to Heart Points! A podcast about couples playing tabletop rpgs. In the inaugural episode, Zack and Diana talk about their background with playing rpgs, the various films involving the President's daughter running away, and the first game they'll be playing, Dungeon World.