Five Games for Doomsday 5G4D News-The Roman Port Episode
Nov 10, 2025
Patrick Capera, co-founder of Crafty Games and board game publisher, dives into the exciting world of gaming, discussing the reprint of Ostia and its new Mariners edition. He shares insights on Crafty’s evolution from RPGs to board games, influenced by the Mistborn series. Capera explains their strategic blend of licensed and original titles to thrive as an indie publisher while tackling challenges posed by tariffs and shipping costs. The conversation also covers design improvements and the unique mechanics that make Ostia appealing.
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Manchester Nightlife Reveals Habits
- Stephen discovered Manchester nightlife revealed Ben's love of drinking and early evenings.
- He jokes he has become a comfortable middle-class German who prefers quiet routines.
Support Patreon To Sustain The Show
- Ben urges Patreon listeners to keep supporting the show and promises improved content for patrons.
- He commits to better Patreon-exclusive content like battle reports and weekly updates to repay backers' faith.
Live Nicknaming Of Patrons
- Stephen and Ben assign playful nicknames to patrons and Discord members during the show.
- They created ornate titles like Sir Jesse Wild Tumbleweed Jones and Sir Jens Der Hammer Folkman live on-air.
