In Conversation with Jordan Sorcery
Jordan Sorcery
Jordan Sorcery speaks with some of the most influential games designers, writers, and artists from the history of Games Workshop, Warhammer, and the wider tabletop gaming industry.
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Warhammer Unmade | Rick Priestley in Conversation with Jordan Sorcery
In Conversation with Jordan Sorcery
12/21/24 • 108 min
There have been many Games Workshop games that just didn’t make it past the development stage - from Necromunda on a corrupted Eldar Craft World, to a Dr Who time travelling board game, to the fall of the Empire and the corruption of the Warhammer world by Tamurkhan.
Rick Priestley, creator of Warhammer and 40k and the design team lead at Games Workshop for many years, joins Jordan Sorcery to explore the history that didn’t happen - some of the many Games Workshop projects that were started but only ever released in rumours, tidbits, hushed whispers, or in some cases not at all.
From more collaborations with MB Games after the success of HeroQuest, to new takes on historical wargaming with Perry miniatures, the early iteration of Battlefleet Gothic to a new Mad Max-style IP on the floor of dried out oceans!
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[ PATREON ]
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[ KO-FI ]
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[ YOUTUBE CHANNELS ]
History & Editorial: https://youtube.com/ @jordansorcery
Longform Conversation: https://youtube.com/ @JordanSorceryPods
[ WEBSITE ]
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#Warhammer #40k #Warhammer40000 #Necromunda #GamesWorkshop #tabletop #boardgames #RPG #wargames
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References, Sources, and Links:
[Wombat Wargames]
https://wombatwargames.com/
[Rick Priestley's Space Battles: A Spacefarers Guide Blog]
https://spacebattlesaspacefarersguide.blogspot.com/
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Images used belong to their respective copyright owners
Jordan Sorcery Theme by Joylin Music
Jordan Sorcery Heraldry by Becka Moor
Johnny Fraser-Allen | World Builder & Movie Concept Artist
In Conversation with Jordan Sorcery
03/31/24 • 175 min
Johnny Fraser-Allen in conversation with Jordan Sorcery.
After working as a conceptual and special effects artist at Weta Workshop on films like Steven Spielberg's BFG, Guillermo Del Toro and then Peter Jackson's the Hobbit movies, and James Cameron's Avatar Johnny Fraser-Allen began making miniatures for gaming in the fantasy realms he loves so much.
Working with Alessio Cavatore & Riverhorse Games Johnny designed the miniatures for the boardgame adaptations of Jim Henson's Labyrinth and Dark Crystal. As a lifelong Warhammer fan his work has been featured on Warhammer Community, and his incredible creations have regularly appeared on Adam Savage's Tested.
And all of that is before the creation of his 20-year-in-the-making magical world of The Gloaming. A folktale and fae inspired fantasy world drawing on European and Antipodean myths & legends, filled with incredible creatures, and perhaps one of the most immersive game settings ever devised. A full-size tour of The Gloaming has been produced by Weta with narration by Stephen Fry, and Johnny has been working on a series of campaigns to release 28mm scale miniatures and printable STLs for the denizens of this otherworldly place.
Support my work:
- Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/jordansorcery]
- Element Games Affiliate Link [https://elementgames.co.uk/?d=11216]
- Download my Fantasy Battle Scenario: Dead King Wenceslas [https://jordansorcery.itch.io/dead-king-wenceslas]
- Ko-Fi [https://ko-fi.com/jordansorcery]
- Discord [My Discord is now exclusive to Patreon supporters]
This episode was originally released via YouTube: https://youtu.be/iVcVl3uidWM
Johnny Fraser-Allen | Star Wars & The Gloaming
In Conversation with Jordan Sorcery
06/19/24 • 94 min
Johnny Fraser-Allen joins me to talk about his new Dungeons and Dragons campaign setting The Gloaming, creating some of the most movie accurate Star Wars gaming tables, and the work of building an entire fantasy world from literally the ground up!
A world renowned concept artist and sculptor Johnny Fraser-Allen has worked extensively in Hollywood with the WETA workshop, designing and creating monsters, giants, goblins, and creatures for movies as diverse as the BFG, the Hobbit, and the Impossible Door.
As a huge gamer Johnny has also turned those talents to the gaming table, building phenomenally detailed battle boards representing every world from the Star Wars saga, including Hoth and Dagobah. He has also created a complete fantasy world, The Gloaming, inspired by New Zeland folklore and faerie tales.
The Gloaming is hitting Kick Starter very soon as a Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition bestiary, and later a campaign setting, with Printable Scenery producing a range of miniatures to allow players to recreate the world and it's inhabitants (including me!)
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Johnny's links:
[The Gloaming Survival Guide for 5e]
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gloaming/the-gloaming-johnny-fraser-allens-fey-realm-for-dandd-5e
[Gloaming Exhibition Sculptures]
https://johnnyfazeralien.artstation.com/projects/vJNld
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Jordan's Links:
DOWNLOAD MY FANTASY BATTLE SCENARIO DEAD KING WENCESLAS:
https://jordansorcery.itch.io/dead-king-wenceslas
ELEMENT GAMES AFFILIATE LINK:
https://elementgames.co.uk/?d=11216
PATREON:
https://www.patreon.com/jordansorcery
KO-FI:
https://ko-fi.com/jordansorcery
INSTAGRAM:
https://www.instagram.com/jordansorcery/
BLUESKY:
https://bsky.app/profile/jordansorcery.bsky.social
WEBSITE:
https://jordansorcery.com/
DISCORD:
My Discord is now open to exclusively to Patreon supporters & by invitation only
George Yurchak | Frontier Wargaming's Competitive Gamer
In Conversation with Jordan Sorcery
06/12/24 • 42 min
George Yurchak has long been a hobbyist and a member of the Latvian competitive 40k team, and those experiences have helped him to found his own gaming accessory company - Frontier Wargaming.
Frontier produce high end paint cases and hobby decks and George and I chat about how and why he started the company, his experience playing competitive 40k, and the future of the hobby.
George's Links:
[Gamemaster's Chest Kick Starter] https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/frontierworkshop/gamemasters-chest
[Frontier Wargaming]
https://frontierwargaming.com/
Jordan's Links:
PATREON:
https://www.patreon.com/jordansorcery
DOWNLOAD MY FANTASY BATTLE SCENARIO DEAD KING WENCESLAS:
https://jordansorcery.itch.io/dead-king-wenceslas
ELEMENT GAMES AFFILIATE LINK:
https://elementgames.co.uk/?d=11216
KO-FI:
https://ko-fi.com/jordansorcery
INSTAGRAM:
https://www.instagram.com/jordansorcery/
BLUESKY:
https://bsky.app/profile/jordansorcery.bsky.social
WEBSITE:
https://jordansorcery.com/
DISCORD:
My Discord is now open to exclusively to Patreon supporters & by invitation only
Bill Making Stuff | Crafting Kitbashing YouTuber
In Conversation with Jordan Sorcery
06/08/24 • 51 min
Bill Making Stuff is a phenomenally creative YouTuber who manages to take everyday household items and craft miniatures, terrain, and entire wargame worlds out of nothing.
With an artistry that is unmatched on the platform Bill crafts not just models but entertaining and hilarious videos. We talk about the world of crafting, the work of YouTube, the influence of Games Workshop & Warhammer, Bill’s own game Bangarang in the Gutterlands, and the wonderful world of indie games.
Bill Making Stuff In Conversation with Jordan Sorcery
Bill's Links:
[The Gutterlands]
https://www.thegutterlands.com/
[Bill Making Stuff on YouTube]
https://www.youtube.com/@BillMakingStuff?themeRefresh=1
Jordan's Links:
PATREON:
https://www.patreon.com/jordansorcery
DOWNLOAD MY FANTASY BATTLE SCENARIO DEAD KING WENCESLAS:
https://jordansorcery.itch.io/dead-king-wenceslas
ELEMENT GAMES AFFILIATE LINK:
https://elementgames.co.uk/?d=11216
KO-FI:
https://ko-fi.com/jordansorcery
INSTAGRAM:
https://www.instagram.com/jordansorcery/
BLUESKY:
https://bsky.app/profile/jordansorcery.bsky.social
WEBSITE:
https://jordansorcery.com/
DISCORD:
My Discord is now open to exclusively to Patreon supporters & by invitation only
Dave Chapman & Dominic McDowall | The Laundry RPG 2nd Edition
In Conversation with Jordan Sorcery
05/29/24 • 36 min
Dave Chapman & Dominic McDowall in conversation with Jordan Sorcery
I’ve never read or played The Laundry and after asking about it online I was approached by the publishers of the game’s new second edition, Cubicle 7, and invited to ask any questions I had!
CEO of Cubicle 7, Dominic McDowall, and game designer for The Laundry 2nd edition, Dave Chapman, join me for a conversation about the game’s world, it’s story, and the live Kick Starter campaign that’s happening right now.
The Laundry Links:
- The Laundry Kickstarter [https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cubicle-7-games/the-laundry-roleplaying-game-second-edition?ref=4tslc0]
Support my work:
- Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/jordansorcery]
- Element Games Affiliate Link [https://elementgames.co.uk/?d=11216]
- Download my Fantasy Battle Scenario: Dead King Wenceslas [https://jordansorcery.itch.io/dead-king-wenceslas]
- Ko-Fi [https://ko-fi.com/jordansorcery]
- Discord [My Discord is now exclusive to Patreon supporters]
This episode was originally released via YouTube: https://youtu.be/771gWyt4rsc
Duncan Rhodes | Warhammer & Miniature Painter
In Conversation with Jordan Sorcery
05/25/24 • 79 min
Duncan Rhodes in conversation with Jordan Sorcery
Duncan Rhodes joins me in conversation as we talk about his hobby and career with Games Workshop. Beginning with his obsession with 40k and then Warhammer Fantasy, then his first role in retail teaching customers how to play and paint, we talk about what motivates a lifetime in the hobby.
We also explore Duncan's move to head office, taking the opportunity to become the first painting presenter for Warhammer TV, and embarking on the huge risk to leave GW and start his own company - the phenomenally successful Duncan Rhodes Painting Academy. Not to mention creating his own paint range with Trans Atlantis Games, Two Thin Coats.
Duncan shares hilarious and earnest stories from his wonderful career, and delivers insights into the behind the scenes workings of Games Workshop during a fascinating era in their history. Plus, there's easter eggs and secrets too!
Duncan's Links:
- Duncan Rhodes Painting Academy [https://www.duncanrhodes.com/]
- Duncan Rhodes Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/duncanjrhodes/?hl=en]
- Citizens of the Old World - Example Knight Miniature [https://heresylab.com/flaming-lys-order/ax043/]
Support my work:
- Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/jordansorcery]
- Element Games Affiliate Link [https://elementgames.co.uk/?d=11216]
- Download my Fantasy Battle Scenario: Dead King Wenceslas [https://jordansorcery.itch.io/dead-king-wenceslas]
- Ko-Fi [https://ko-fi.com/jordansorcery]
- Discord [My Discord is now exclusive to Patreon supporters]
This episode was originally released via YouTube: https://youtu.be/LjbUm9z6fiY
Padraig Murphy & Dominic McDowall | WFRP 4th Edition Developers
In Conversation with Jordan Sorcery
05/04/24 • 67 min
Padraig Murphy and Dominic McDowall in conversation with Jordan Sorcery.
Dominic McDowall, CEO of Cubicle 7, and Padraig Murphy, producer of the WFRP 4 edition range, join me to about the development of the 4th edition of Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay.
We talk about designing new supplements, updating old ones, the future of the range, and just a little bit about the recently announced The Old World RPG that is currently in development.
Support my work:
- Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/jordansorcery]
- Element Games Affiliate Link [https://elementgames.co.uk/?d=11216]
- Download my Fantasy Battle Scenario: Dead King Wenceslas [https://jordansorcery.itch.io/dead-king-wenceslas]
- Ko-Fi [https://ko-fi.com/jordansorcery]
- Discord [My Discord is now exclusive to Patreon supporters]
This episode was originally released via YouTube: https://youtu.be/PtFRHlQH6JY
Mark Gibbons | Warhammer & Warcraft Artist
In Conversation with Jordan Sorcery
04/27/24 • 59 min
Mark Gibbons in conversation with Jordan Sorcery.
Former Games Workshop artist and concept artist for Sony and Blizzard. Mark has had an extensive career creating dynamic, detailed, and amazing imagery for Warhammer, including memorable pieces like the box covers for Warhammer Fantasy 5th edition, the Circle of Blood campaign set, and the Man O’ War expansion Plaguefleet. Not to mention his countless black and white illustrations that graced the pages of Warhammer Armies books and 40k codexes.
We talk about Mark’s incredible career working on Warhammer, 40k, World of Warcraft and much more. As well as discussing Games Workshop during the 90s and the way art is made.
Mark's Links:
- Rookery Publications - YouTube [https://youtube.com/@TheRookery?si=h1QbkJzJ2m0oraH0]
- Rookery Publications - Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/InsideTheRookery]
- Dark Deeds - Modiphius [https://www.modiphius.net/pages/dark-deeds?utm_content=buffer1c080&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer]
Support my work:
- Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/jordansorcery]
- Element Games Affiliate Link [https://elementgames.co.uk/?d=11216]
- Download my Fantasy Battle Scenario: Dead King Wenceslas [https://jordansorcery.itch.io/dead-king-wenceslas]
- Ko-Fi [https://ko-fi.com/jordansorcery]
- Discord [My Discord is now exclusive to Patreon supporters]
This episode was originally released via YouTube: https://youtu.be/0BIwmp0uPyc
Sacha Lightfoot | Indie RPG Designer
In Conversation with Jordan Sorcery
07/20/24 • 52 min
Ronin is a Mork Borg compatible RPG that brings the samurai and yokai of mediaeval Japan to life on the table top. Featuring stunning, high energy, high octane art and graphic design, and a solid fast paced ruleset it is no surprise that the game, and its publisher - Slightly Reckless Games - are building a following.
I got the chance to sit speak with Sacha Lightfoot, founder of Slightly Reckless Games, and creator of Ronin, about the art and business behind starting an RPG publisher and writing a brand new game. With the next SRG game, Berserkr, coming to Kickstarter it felt like the perfect time to chat.
Slightly Reckless Games Interview, Sacha Lightfoot in conversation with Jordan Sorcery
Sacha's Links:
[Slightly Reckless Games]
https://www.slightlyrecklessgames.com/
[Berskr Kickstarter]
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/slightlyreckless/berserkr?ref=clipboard-prelaunch
Jordan's Links:
ELEMENT GAMES AFFILIATE LINK:
https://elementgames.co.uk/?d=11216
PATREON:
https://www.patreon.com/jordansorcery
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In Conversation with Jordan Sorcery currently has 74 episodes available.
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The podcast is about Leisure, Hobbies, History, Interview, Warhammer, 40K, Podcasts, Arts and Ttrpg.
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The episode title 'Johnny Fraser-Allen | Star Wars & The Gloaming' is the most popular.
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The average episode length on In Conversation with Jordan Sorcery is 70 minutes.
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The first episode of In Conversation with Jordan Sorcery was released on Mar 18, 2024.
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