Funkatronic Rex - Games & More

Funkatronic Rex - Games & More

For those of you who are not familiar with Funkatronic Rex, we are a friendly local game store located in Phoenix, AZ. However, we are quite unique. We tend to be the goofy, gregarious, and non-grindy gaming geeks of the community. With a humble staff of 4 friends, we love our customers dearly and many of them are like family to us. Our social interactions and goal of a warm "Cheers" style vibe has a direct effect on our niche community. As with any community, we have an abundance of hilarious stories and insight. Our aim is to bring you in, share the vibe, and bring the love of the Funk to you in our podcast! We hope you enjoy! https://funkatronicrex.com/ http://www.patreon.com/funkatronicrex http://www.instagram.com/funkatronicrexstore

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November 17, 2025 81 mins
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🎙 Funkatronic Rex Podcast: Season 2 Episode 15 — Daggerheart: Stairs, Crystals, and Chaos

This episode takes listeners deep into our very first full Daggerheart adventure, where character backstories collide with corrupted beasts, mysterious crystals, and the deadliest foe of all: stairs.

We start with introductions and dive into what makes each hero tick — from the albino wizard who fled the Dominion’s forced spellcaster a...

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🎙 Funkatronic Rex Podcast: Season 2 Episode 14 — Ideas on Being a GM

This week’s episode takes a big swing at one of tabletop’s most intimidating roles: the Game Master. Chris and Paul kick things off in true Funkatronic fashion with tangents about YouTube terrariums, turtles, and just how weird (and sometimes terrifying) home ecosystems can get. From there, the conversation rolls naturally into the hobbyist mindset—how de...

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🎙 Funkatronic Rex Podcast: Season 2 Episode 13 — The Start of Daggerheart

We open this week with classic Funkatronic detours — Mel Brooks nostalgia, Spaceballs sequel rumors, Naked Gun casting debates, and why Blazing Saddles still makes us laugh (and wince) decades later. From Jackie Chan’s The Tuxedo to desert island movie picks, it’s a comedy deep-dive before we even hit the main event.

From there, the conversation shift...

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🎙 Funkatronic Rex Podcast: Season 2 Episode 12 — Baseball, Food, and Games

This week we cover a little bit of everything — summer travel, baseball heartbreak, cabin cooking, board games, and the excitement of launching a brand-new RPG campaign.

Chris kicks things off with a blow-by-blow of his son’s baseball trip to Cooperstown — equal parts magical and miserable. From rain delays that pushed games into the early hours of t...

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🎙 Funkatronic Rex Podcast: Season 2 Episode 11 — Tangential Thoughts

Buckle up — this week’s episode lives up to its title as Chris and Paul take the scenic route through games, movies, snacks, and all things geek culture.

We kick off with Spider-Man talk: memes, multiverses, and Tom Holland’s adventures both on-screen and (maybe) in Holland. From there, the tangents swing fast — how Spider-Man’s webs could (or couldn’t) wo...

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🎙 Funkatronic Rex Podcast: Season 2 Episode 10 — Life With Kids and Star Wars

This week’s episode takes a lively detour through the chaos of parenting, baseball season, and family dinners before landing squarely in the galaxy far, far away.

We kick things off with stories about kids dodging showers, sneaking bubblegum onto the ballfield, and testing their parents’ OCD triggers with sticky popsicle faces. From sunscreen batt...

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S2E9 — “All Your Bases”

We’re back after a short break (and a false alarm mishap at the shop), shaking off the dust and diving straight into the nitty-gritty of hobbying. This time, it’s all about the often-overlooked secret sauce of miniature painting: basing.

We start with the basics: why the ground your minis stand on can make or break the final look. From there, we share plenty of budget-friendly tricks, like raiding the...

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Funkatronic Rex Podcast – Season 2, Episode 8: Spirit Island

This week, Paul and Chris take a deep dive into Spirit Island, the critically acclaimed cooperative board game where you play as powerful spirits defending your island from colonizing invaders. We’re talking favorite spirits, combos, expansions, and what makes this game such a standout in the co-op genre. If you love strategy, synergy, and flipping the script on typical bo...

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Funkatronic Rex Podcast – Season 2, Episode 7: Marvel Champions

Suit up! This week, Paul and Chris dive into Marvel Champions: The Card Game, one of the hottest cooperative games around. We’re talking favorite heroes, toughest villains, best expansions, and why this game keeps hitting our table again and again. Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned SHIELD agent, there’s plenty of deck-slinging fun in this episode. Avengers, a...

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Funkatronic Rex Podcast – Season 2, Episode 6: Hobbying

This week, Paul and Chris get hands-on with the creative side of tabletop gaming—painting minis, building terrain, organizing card collections, and all the other oddly satisfying rituals we call hobbying. Whether it’s a meditative brush session or a late-night kitbash gone wrong, we’re celebrating the ways players bring their personal touch to the games they love. Glue your fin...

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Funkatronic Rex Podcast – Season 2, Episode 5: Roll for Initiative – Let’s Talk RPGs

In this episode, Paul and Chris venture into the wild world of Role-Playing Games! From classic campaigns to offbeat one-shots, we’re talking about what makes RPGs magical—storytelling, character creation, total chaos, and that one friend who always plays a chaotic neutral bard. Whether you’re deep in a decades-long campaign or just curious about ho...

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Funkatronic Rex Podcast – Season 2, Episode 3: Board Games Bonanza (Part 1)

It’s time to talk board games! In the first half of this two-part deep dive, Paul and Chris break down what makes board gaming such a powerhouse in the tabletop world. From quick party games to deep strategy epics, we’re covering what we love, what’s trending, and why board games continue to bring people together. Stay tuned for part two—there’s way too much...

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Funkatronic Rex Podcast – Season 2, Episode 4: Board Games Bonanza (Part 2)

We’re back for Part 2 of our board game deep dive! Paul and Chris continue the discussion, diving into favorite mechanics, underrated gems, and the ever-growing world of modern board gaming. Whether you're a casual player or a hardcore strategist, there’s something here for you. Grab a seat at the table and let’s keep the game night rolling!

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Funkatronic Rex Podcast – Season 2, Episode 1: A New Season, New Hosts, Same Chaos

We’re back! After a holiday hiatus, the Funkatronic Rex Podcast returns for Season 2 with new hosts, Paul and Chris—good friends of the shop since the beginning. Join us as we kick off the new season, talk about what’s ahead for the podcast, and, of course, dive into all things tabletop. In this episode, we’re focusing on card games—what’s hot, what w...

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Funkatronic Rex Podcast – Season 2, Episode 2: Rolling Dice & Pushing Minis

This week, we’re diving into the world of tabletop war games! From massive armies clashing on the battlefield to small skirmish games packed with strategy, Paul and Chris break down what makes war gaming such a unique and addictive part of the hobby. Whether you're a seasoned general or just war-curious, we’ve got plenty to talk about. Grab your tap...

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THANK YOU, EVERYONE!

With Lord Vader (Mike) unfortunately out sick, We are blessed by the presence of our good friend, acclaimed board game aficionado, and full time chef, SAUL! Micheal and Court get some Disney Lorcana lore, the upcoming MARVEL release for Magic the Gathering, dish about the CATAN National Qualifier hosted at Funk, as well as the fun world record attempt of LARGEST TTRPG EVER PLAYED! 

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Haunted wells, death, snake blood, and a giant pickle! What?! The Funk crew plays a custom Dungeons & Dragons one-shot adventure and it goes...well? Join in the fun as Hiroko hosts a custom, self-designed adventure The Haunted Well with the rest of the Funkatronic crew! It gets deadly!

If you want to run this adventure with your friends, then you need to jump on and join our Patreon! Each and every week, Hiroko is desi...

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Episode 14! Getting creative on a budget.

 

This episode is graced with the presence of our good friend, Garrett! He is a well versed tabletop player and knowledgeable man in the ways of Funkatronic. He joins the crew to discuss ways to play your desired games no matter what your financial situation may be. 


- News & Upcoming - Join the crew while we prep for the National Qualifier of CATAN!


- Hobby Highlights - Michael g...

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