
 Mage: The Podcast
 Mage: The Podcast Using Trail of Cthulhu 2e with Kenneth Hite and Gareth Ryder-Hanrahan
 Oct 7, 2024 
 Kenneth Hite and Gareth Ryder-Hanrahan, co-authors of Trail of Cthulhu 2nd Edition, dive deep into the eerie world of Lovecraftian horror set in the 1930s. They discuss the game’s evolution, focusing on character development and emotional stakes within the narrative. The duo also contrasts different gameplay styles and the influence of societal dynamics on storytelling. Plus, they share their creative process for crafting haunting scenarios and explore the interplay between cosmic entities and mortal experiences, enriching the gaming landscape. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 2min 
 Character Depth in Trail of Cthulhu 
 01:34 • 4min 
 Exploring Playstyles and Narrative Innovation 
 05:13 • 18min 
 Evolving Gameplay in Trail of Cthulhu 
 23:26 • 13min 
 The Haunted 1930s: An Atmospheric Exploration 
 36:33 • 9min 
 Navigating Creativity and Copyright in RPGs 
 45:27 • 8min 
 Crafting Horror: Trail of Cthulhu Scenarios 
 53:55 • 8min 
 The Art of Storytelling in Gaming 
 01:02:02 • 10min 
 Cosmic Entities and Mortal Understanding 
 01:12:05 • 15min 
 Enhancing Game Development through Community Insights 
 01:26:41 • 2min 
 Creative Campaign Frames for Mage: From Sex Magic to Teamwork Mysteries 
 01:28:47 • 2min 
 Cthulhu and Cowboys: A Role-Playing Journey 
 01:30:29 • 6min 
