Join Inky, Opal, and Sean in this extra spooky Halloween special episode of the Worldcasting Podcast. Edited by Slorany.

Devin, Hex, Seán, and guest host Tom Bloom of Kill Six Billion Demons webcomic fame slowly burn as many bridges as they can from Star Wars to Christianity to NFTs in this raucous, season 4 finale episode on how to play with demons in fiction. Follow the hosts! Devin @devinpigman Hexarch @bhpierce203 Seán @caorabhan Tom @orbitaldropkick Edited by Red @hikitsune_red

Biblaridion, a linguistics aficionado and conlang expert, joins Adam, Red, and Slorany for a lively discussion. They dive into the fascinating world of constructed languages, with a particular focus on the quirky phenomenon of Klingon death metal. The conversation covers the balance of linguistic creativity and storytelling, the fluid nature of syntax, and the cultural dynamics influencing language evolution. They also offer tips for aspiring language creators eager to craft their own unique conlangs.

You can't stop us from talking about magic at least once per season. This time, Devin, Jack, and Zaivy are joined by writing coach and content creator C.R. Rowenson. They discuss all the aspects of magic systems: why you might want to add one into your project, how to integrate it successfully, and much more! Follow the hosts: Devin https://linktr.ee/DevinPigman Jack [N/A] Zaivy @ZaivyA C. R. Rowenson https://crrowenson.com/ Edited by Rebecca Walker-Wain.

Zin E. Rocklyn, a captivating horror author, joins the discussion to dive deep into the art of worldbuilding in the genre. She shares her early encounters with horror, shaped by her mother's love for Stephen King, revealing the intricate relationship between personal trauma and fascination with fear. The conversation explores how horror films blend humor and emotion, alongside the evolution of representation, especially for Black women. Rocklyn also highlights the therapeutic aspects of horror, making it clear that the genre is both a reflection of societal changes and a source of profound emotional catharsis.

Adam, B.H. Pierce, Seán, and Zaivy, are joined by L.D. Lewis—a founder of the Hugo award-winning FIYAH Magazine, publisher at Fireside Fiction, and all kind of other projects. We talk about L's experience accepting the Hugo for FIYAH, then dive into a discussion on how you can use art and music as a part of your worldbuilding. Follow the hosts! Adam @adamcbassett Seán @caorabhan B.H. Pierce (Hexarch) @BHPierce203 Zaivy @ZaivyA L.D. Lewis @Ellethevillain

Illustrator and concept artist Claire Hummel discusses character design for games like Half-Life: Alyx and Bioshock Infinite. Topics include balancing uniqueness and relatability, creating diverse characters, importance of character silhouettes in games, and challenges in breaking away from default designs.

Ashley Warren, guest co-host of the Storytelling Collective, discusses the importance of collaboration in tabletop game writing and how it enhances world-building. They also explore the concept of incorporating games within a game or a story to make the narrative more engaging. Additionally, they examine the role of sports and the Olympics in world-building and discuss the appeal of arena battles in media and storytelling. They conclude by emphasizing the impact of incorporating games into storytelling and the importance of communicating with players about it.

Returning guest Tim Hickson and others explore the essence of cyberpunk, its evolution, transhumanism, and societal impact. They discuss Canadian TV shows, mythical elements in 'Shadow Run', and debate the cyberpunk status of 'Tron' and 'Ready Player One'. The conversation also delves into the 'Murder Bot Diaries' series and debates whether 'Sneakers' fits the cyberpunk criteria.

Join Adam, Hexarch, Red, and special guest Daniel Greene, YouTuber and self-published author, as they explore conflicts in writing, the evolution of war dynamics in the internet age, logistics in military stories, creative inspiration through research, challenges of self-publishing, and the importance of feedback in crafting meaningful conflicts.