In this episode, we’re joined by fellow podcaster Treavor Bettis, co-host of Writing About Dragons and Sh*t alongside Erin M. Evans and B. Dave Walters. You can also catch Treavor on the DungeonScrawlers YouTube and Twitch channels. Treavor was lead writer for the Dungeons & Dragons based video game Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms, where he wore many hats including community manager and podcast host. We talk in depth about that chapter of his career, and how it ties to many other aspects of his journey. We dive into Dungeons & Dragons, roleplaying, video game writing, content creation, and the world of podcasting. Treavor shares insights from his creative journey, along with plenty of laughs and behind-the-scenes stories from both the podcasting and gaming industries. If you love tabletop RPGs, video games, storytelling, and fun, engaging conversations, you won’t want to miss this episode!

In this episode of Epic Realms, Nick welcomes debut author Lenora Woods, whose new novel Roll for Romance brings Dungeons & Dragons energy to the world of contemporary rom-coms.

Lenora shares her journey from gamer and fanfiction writer to published novelist, and how her love for geek culture, fantasy, and character-driven stories shaped her writing. From Renaissance faires to video games, Lenora’s world blends heartfelt emotion and nerdy joy, and her book is no exception.

We dive into the surreal experience of launching her first book, how readers are connecting with her characters, and what makes Roll for Romance a unique read for fans of both romance and tabletop RPGs. Plus, hear what’s next for Lenora as she embarks on her author journey. Find all her stuff here! https://www.lenorawoods.com/ Also don't forget to visit our Official Website! https://EpicRealmsMedia.com

For our milestone 100th episode, Epic Realms welcomes back our very first guest: award-winning game designer, puzzle mastermind, and president of Lone Shark Games, Mike Selinker.

Mike and Nick dive into how the tabletop world has shifted since the pandemic — from game store survival to unexpected hits and long-delayed projects now seeing the light of day. We check in on Lone Shark Games, Monster Academy, Betrayal at House on the Hill, and new puzzle experiences like Lexicon Lane at Washington DC’s Planet Word Museum.

We also explore the the landscape and challenges of the game industry in our current time, and the evolution of the industry. As well as their new puzzle kickstarter!

Don’t miss this fun, full-circle conversation with one of the most fascinating minds in games — only on Epic Realms. https://www.lonesharkgames.com

Puzzle Party on Backerkit - https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/lone-shark-games/the-hunting-of-the-shark-lone-shark-puzzle-books

Lexicon Lane -Washington DC Planet Word Museum Exhibit. https://planetwordmuseum.org/lexicon-lane/ Epic Realms Website - www.EpicRealmsMedia.com