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Episode 121b: I Must Have Powers!
In this episode, we discuss the ever-presence of magical powers in RPGs and why they are so significant. What makes them so important to so many games that listing off more than one or two is difficult? What purpose do they serve, in-character and out-of-Character? What are some great games without them?
“Addiction to Magic” - 01:33
The everpresence of powers in RPGs - 07:29
Why have them? - 23:01
But why not have them? - 35:53
Games without powers and magic - 47:27
Closing and Contact Info - 58:37