Ship of the Dead Podcast Brian Shutter (Neon Lords of the Toxic Wasteland)
Dec 17, 2024
Brian Shutter, the mastermind behind the post-apocalyptic tabletop RPG, Neon Lords of the Toxic Wasteland, dives into a vibrant world filled with 80s and 90s nostalgia. He shares how this project evolved from homebrew to a wider creation, highlighting quirky classes like the 'Bruticorn' and a cyborg Reagan. The conversation also takes a fun turn as they explore wrestling's influence on identity and community within gaming. With intriguing anecdotes and a roller brawl game concept, it’s a nostalgic journey through creative gaming.
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Memorable RPG Session
- Brian Shutter and Luke played an RPG session together at Necronomicon.
- Luke's character was a frog wizard who cast a dubstep spell while fighting proto-Ninja Turtles.
RPGs Sell Vibes
- RPG creators primarily sell a "vibe" rather than just rules or mechanics.
- Neon Lords of the Toxic Wasteland excels at creating a strong, distinct vibe.
Neon Lords Inspiration
- Neon Lords of the Toxic Wasteland is inspired by 80s/90s post-apocalyptic media.
- It blends elements of Gwar, Toxic Avenger, RoboCop, and Judge Dredd.
