Deep Space and Dragons
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Richard and Karl explore the philosophical question of analyzing relationships objectively, debating whether approaching friendships with analytical detachment is valuable or potentially harmful.
• Karl describes a relationship where he's helped someone significantly but feels minimal emotional connection
• Richard explains how he evaluates friends...
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Richard and Karl venture into the dangerous world of Daggerheart, playing through the official quickstart adventure in a special one-on-one session to test the new game by Darrington Press.
• Comprehensive overview of Daggerheart's core mechanics, including the hope/fear duality dice system, character experiences, and streamlined combat
• Explorat...
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Richard and Karl critique anime's problematic tropes while exploring the ethics of charity, business responsibilities, and graduation ceremonies.
• Discover how the Titanic board game works with passengers, lifeboats, and flooding mechanics
• Debate the ethical complexity of giving away free food versus supporting systemic change
• Explore the ...
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We dive deep into the world of brand loyalty and how it affects our gaming choices, from trading card games to tabletop RPGs, questioning why we remain loyal to companies with questionable ethics.
• The ethics of emergency pizza delivery for wildfire evacuees and the problems with tip-based compensation
• Richard's unexpected capybara encounter at ...
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Richard and Karl take a deep dive into the current Shonen Jump landscape, analyzing what makes certain manga stand out while others falter. The hosts examine more than twenty ongoing series, from popular heavyweights to newcomers, evaluating their storytelling quality, character development, and creative elements. Also Karl could fie to the slightest cut and people ...
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Richard and Karl explore the philosophical implications of time travel narratives in fiction while weaving through personal anecdotes about funeral invitations and professional boundaries.
• Karl shares a story about receiving a funeral invitation for an ex-employee from the employee's grandmother
• Richard discusses his recent academic adventures ...
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We explore the curious absence of actual teachers in anime school settings and discuss what makes a genuine teacher versus just a "sensei" character.
• Karl shares his vampire blood test conspiracy theory after a mix-up at the clinic(yes he is dying).
• Richard recounts his wild gala experience where he surprised former classmates with unexpec...
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Richard and Karl explore the emerging phenomenon of "reboot-quills" - sequels that remake the original story with new characters. They discuss how these productions allow studios to secure funding by pitching familiar IPs while attempting to capture new audiences.
• Richard shares updates about attending a student gala and his transition between a...
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Richard and Karl dive into the ethical complexities of AI-generated content, workplace dynamics, and character creation in tabletop RPGs while sharing personal updates and anime observations.
• Richard balances multiple jobs while helping students with their emotional wellbeing
• Karl works on his rock-paper-scissors card game using light table technolo...
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Richard and |<arl explore their favorite power systems across anime, manga, and other media, discussing what makes a system effective for storytelling versus what creates plot inconsistencies.
• Dragon Ball Z's power system fails because it introduced numerical power levels without clear meaning
• Fullmetal Alchemist illustrates how a power syst...
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Richard and Karl explore how video games have evolved from punishing players with limited lives to more player-friendly mechanics that respect their time while maintaining meaningful challenge.
• The origin of lives in gaming traced back to arcade machines and pinball, where quarters represented a set number of attempts
• How the traditional three-lives...
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Enjoy a delightful blend of humor and insightful conversation as we tackle the absurdities of life—from office furniture mishaps to exciting gaming adventures. Richard and C(K)arl share their journeys through laughter, food, and animated critique.
- Table troubles: hilarious desk furniture debacle
- Grad school excitement mixed with chaotic cooking ex...
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We dive into the narrative intricacies of "Solo Leveling," discussing character development and its emotional core, all while juxtaposing it with other notable series such as "Tower of God." The conversation flows through Richard's reflections on his writing journey and Karl’s thoughts on manhwa's appeal in modern storytelling.
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Could a prequel really spoil your favorite series or enhance it in unexpected ways? Join us as Richard, claiming his comedic superpowers, and Karl, steadfast in his ancient wisdom, navigate the quirky universe of "Richard and Karl Present Deep Space and Dragons." We share our thoughts on problematic narrative tropes, using "Dexter" and its preque...
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What if two people named (K)Carl were on a podcast together? Join us as we explore this comedic potential and tackle the thorny subject of "Venom 2," which might just have missed its calling as a rom-com. Our conversation meanders through the ups and downs of TV series longevity with a spotlight on "Dexter," embracing both the source material&apo...
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Imagine a world where a mythical Canadian province exists, and our listeners are hilariously trying to locate it on a map. This episode kicks off with a playful narrative exploring the whimsical dynamics behind our podcast, "Deep Space and Dragons." We marvel at the mysterious "Carl Kaur" energy that seems to influence our analytics and ponder th...
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Ever wondered how a quirky podcast name like "Deep Space and Dragons" came to be? Richard and Karl share the humorous backstory of their show's branding journey and why creativity matters in crafting an identity. They dive headfirst into personal projects, from Richard's DIY graphic design escapades to his Teespring shop adventures, and sprinkle ...
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Ever wondered what makes prequels tick despite their predictable endings? Join me, Richard Arthur John Kevis the First, and my co-host Karl as we embark on a quirky exploration of the television and manga worlds in this episode of "Deep Space and Dragons." We kick off with a light-hearted take on hygiene, setting the stage for a deeper conversation on the ...
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Ever wondered why D&D streamers bite the hand that feeds them? Or why new players seek complexity, only to strip it away once the dice start rolling? This episode is an entertaining rollercoaster through those dilemmas and more. Richard shares his firsthand experience running Shadow Dark for newcomers, capturing the paradoxical tug-of-war between simplicity and ...
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Ever thought about turning a pile of discarded Magic: The Gathering cards into a brand-new game? Join us on a whimsical adventure where (K)Carl reveals his quirky journey of creating a rock-paper-scissors-style card game, complete with AI mishaps and paper cutter woes. Richard and —arl share laughs over bizarre Magic card finds and how Carl’s fiancée's non-game...
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