This episode was intended to be a warm-up for Mike, a new host we're bringing on at FTB to help out with several new efforts we're preparing to launch.  However, true to form, we spend most of the show chasing tangents, the largest of which is a discussion on pipes and cigars.

Mike was a bit nervous behind the mic, but that's alright.  Off the mic he's just as belligerent as the rest of us, so I know he'll be a great addition once he's more at ease.

For this episode, we welcome guest host, Chris Hussey, an author that used to work for FASA.

* Character advancement: why is it emotionally integral to the RPG experience?

* A reminder about World Wide Wing Night.  Details can be found here.

* Designing the basic model for characters in a new roleplaying game.

Hosts: Adam, Chad, Chris, Dan, John

Before I get to the show notes, a listener asked us to mention an upcoming gaming con.  I didn't get the note in time for the recording, so I'll mention it here instead.  The con is Chattacon in Chattanooga, Tennessee, January 26 - 28.  You can find more information at Chattacon.org.

With that done, on to the show...

* The future of the gaming industry.  The Ryan Dancey article we mention can be found here.

* Art for your new roleplaying game.

* Skies of Glass Q&A.  The Gamer Traveler show we mention can be found here.

Hosts: Adam, Chad, Dan, John

WARNING: This episode of Fear the Boot deals with handling sensitive subjects in your role-playing game.  While it maintains the usual rating of a Fear the Boot episode, it includes candid discussions of social issues such as race, religion, politics, and violence.  If you are bothered by such discussions or playing this show in the presence of anyone this content would be inappropriate for, please exercise proper discretion.

* World Wide Wing Night

* TV shows we miss.

* Too much versus too little micro-setting in a roleplaying game.

* Handling sensitive subjects when designing a new RPG.

* Skies of Glass Q&A

Hosts: Adam, Chad, Dan, John

The resource document for this show will be posted either Wednesday or Thursday.  Until then, enjoy the recording!

* Stories from gaming stores, good and bad.

* Is it easier to be negative than positive?

* Designing micro setting for a role-playing game.

* Skies of Glass Q&A 

Hosts: Adam, Chad, Dan, John