Episodes
Class is about to begin, are you ready to learn about the exciting world of Owlbears? Justin goes back to school and learns all about Dungeon and Dragons Strixhaven! Is this the magical college you've waited to attend or does it is more like a correspondance course? Find out in this episode! You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Justin Taylor Mixer: Justin...
Published 12/15/21
Want to hear the origin story of hero forge? Justin got to talk with Teagan Morrison CEO of Hero Forge about the early days to what is coming next for the advanced mini creator. Take a listen and find out how a printing error generated a whole new direction for a character.   You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Justin Taylor Mixer: Justin Taylor Tabletop Arcanum...
Published 12/03/21
Coming in hot with a second expansion is Tapestry! This time with Arts and Architecture as a new advancement track is added along with more civs and more capital city mats. Does this expansion weave Tapestry to a new level or does it leave it  a frayed mess? Find out in this episode as Justin takes an early review of this upcoming expansion. You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin...
Published 11/21/21
Time to jam to some words in Letter Jam by Czech Games Edition. Justin takes a taste of this co operative word crafting game and lets you know what's savory and tart within it. Is this the next game in your collection? Find out in this episode! You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Justin Taylor Mixer: Justin Taylor Tabletop Arcanum Original Theme by Paul Moore and...
Published 11/13/21
Gather around and see if you can discover the meaning behind the visions in Mysterium! Justin pulls out his crystal ball and takes a peek to see if this game is the genuine thing or just all smoke and mirrors. Is Mysterium the spooky co op game you've been looking for? Find out in this episode! You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Justin Taylor Mixer: Justin...
Published 11/06/21
Beware this episode contains Dragons! Justin takes a look at the latest sourcebook for Dungeons and Dragons fifth edition. Covering half of the game's namesake does this book rise to the challenge and deserve a place within your horde of RPG books? Find out in this episode! You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Justin Taylor Mixer: Justin Taylor Tabletop Arcanum...
Published 10/30/21
New or Classic, which is the right Dune for you? Justin takes a look at the differences between Gale Force Nine's Dune. The dusted off Dune Classic or the streamlined New edition, Is one better than the other? Or do they both belong in your collection?Find out in this episode!   You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Justin Taylor Mixer: Justin Taylor Tabletop...
Published 10/22/21
New Dune, who dis? Justin takes on the updated and streamlined edition of Dune from Gale Force Nine. With the movie coming from Legendary studios what does this stream lined version of the over 40 year old board game do well? Find out in this episode. You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Justin Taylor Mixer: Justin Taylor Tabletop Arcanum Original Theme by Paul Moore...
Published 10/22/21
The classic SciFi novel Dune which created the classic board game over 40 years ago and now got a new coat of paint and release once more into the wild. In this episode Justin discusses Gale Force Nine's re release of Dune "Classic"   You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Justin Taylor Mixer: Justin Taylor Tabletop Arcanum Original Theme by Paul Moore and Issac...
Published 10/22/21
Did you ever want to play all the games at the same time? Rolling Realms from Stonemaier games is a roll n' write game that features all their games within the various mini games you play through. Will this be the roll n write game to rule all the Stonemaier realms? Find out in this episode!   You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Justin Taylor Mixer: Justin...
Published 10/15/21
Does the deep call to you? Are you a Deep One Hybrid? Would you know if you actually were? In this episode Justin explores Unfathomable the Arkham Files reskin of Battlestar Galactica.    You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Justin Taylor Mixer: Justin Taylor Tabletop Arcanum Original Theme by Paul Moore and Issac Gilbert Background music by Dark Fantasy
Published 10/08/21
Do you have what it takes to create the best matched treats? In Dollars to Donuts from Flat-out Games you work to match up half donut tiles to make matches and earn victory points. Is this tile laying game hit the sweet spot? Or will you be left with a belly ache afterwards? Find out in this episode! You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Justin Taylor Mixer: Justin...
Published 10/01/21
Be careful what bargains you make as this episode is about to travel into the Feywild. Justin explores the twisted paths in and out of the adventure module The Wild Beyond the Witchlight for Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition. Does this provide enough for players to pick up on their own? Is this an adventure worthy of your time? Or is the price too high for this fae bargain? Find out in this episode. You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is...
Published 09/24/21
It's time to play a beautiful game. In this episode, Justin dives into the game of Tak. Finding it's origins from the novel series The Kingkiller Chronicles, Tak is an abstract game for two players. Is it the simple to learn, lifetime to master game you've been looking for? Find out in this episode! You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Justin Taylor Mixer: Justin...
Published 09/17/21
Pack your bags we are taking a trip to Ancient Egypt in Ankh Gods of Egypt from Eric Land and CMON. This is the third installment in the "gods" games from Eric Lang and centers around a sandbox style, scenario driven, area control game. Should this become a treasure in your personal collection or should it remained buried and forgotten? Find out in this episode! You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin...
Published 09/10/21
Grab your gear and prepare for the next dungeon crawler experience in Descent Legends of the Dark by Fantasy Flight Games. Justin takes you deep into the dark corners of Terrinoth to explore this app driven, 3D board game. Is it too rich for your blood? Or is it worth it for the treasure within? Find out in this episode! You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Justin...
Published 09/04/21
The book has been opened at the monsters are going to escape! It's up to you and your friends, to seal them back one by one in the Big Book of Madness. In this episode Justin discusses this co op deck builder by Ello games. You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Richard Giese Mixer: Richard Giese Tabletop Arcanum Original Theme by Paul Moore and Issac...
Published 08/27/21
RPG night got canceled? Need something with zero prep or starting to stretch out those game master muscles? Take a listen to our review of ATMA the Role Playing Card game. It checks those boxes, but is it good? Find out in this episode. You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Richard Giese Mixer: Richard Giese Tabletop Arcanum Original Theme by Paul Moore and Issac...
Published 08/20/21
You've got five minutes to save the world! Marvel Heroes team up in this fast pace card game from Spin Masters. Justin takes his spin on this chaotic live action game. Find out in nearly 5 minutes if this is a game for you! You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Justin Taylor Mixer: Justin Taylor Tabletop Arcanum Original Theme by Paul Moore and Issac...
Published 08/15/21
In space no one can hear you CLANK! Justin takes care to tread lightly in this review of Clank In Space by Renegade Games. You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Justin Taylor Mixer: Justin Taylor Tabletop Arcanum Original Theme by Paul Moore and Issac Gilbert Background music by Dark Fantasy
Published 08/06/21
Get your GDO ready as we dial the gate one more time, in this final release review of Stargate the RPG by Wyvern Gaming. Ready to launch at Gen Con 2021 the final version of the latest version of a Stargate RPG is powered by the Dungeons and Dragons Fifth Edition system but with some tweaks to take it from fantasy to sci-fi! In this episode Justin gives his takes on the final product and what makes it stand apart from other RPGs. You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or...
Published 07/30/21
All Aboard! Justin takes a ride on the Railroad Ink, a roll n write game from Horrible Guild. With four core box experiences and 7 mini expansions how does one even start? Find out our thoughts in this episode as we review Railroad Ink! You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Justin Taylor Mixer: Justin Taylor Tabletop Arcanum Original Theme by Paul Moore and Issac...
Published 07/23/21
Get your crew together for this cooperative heist game from Tim Fowers. Justin sneaks in and try to crack the code in this episode. Is this the heist game you need to have? Or is it not worth the heat? Find out in this review! You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Richard Giese Mixer: Richard Giese Tabletop Arcanum Original Theme by Paul Moore and Issac...
Published 07/17/21
The Order of the Tabletop Arcanum invite you to partake in their latest review of the new expansion for Arkham Horror Third Edition, The Secrets of the Order. In this expansion the Order of the Silver Twilight takes center stage and introduces some new scenarios and investigators. Is it worth joining the Order or should you turn down Carl Sanford? Find out in this Episode You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin...
Published 07/09/21
Hold on tight brave Heroes Marvel United expansions explode with choices, but are they worth it? Find out in this episode as Justin discusses the ups and downs of each box beyond the core box. Thanks for listening, Excelsior! You can find us on Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram. Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Producer: Justin Taylor Hosts: Justin Taylor Editor: Richard Giese Mixer: Richard Giese Tabletop Arcanum Original Theme by Paul Moore and Issac...
Published 07/02/21