Once Upon A Die - DRAGON LITERATURE

Today, David conducts his next interview with a member of the board game community who is an advocate for solitaire gaming in some way. Rob Daviau is a prolific board game designer who has designed or had a hand in over a hundred published games. Along with Matt Leacock, he designed the extremely successful Pandemic Legacy series, and Pandemic Legacy: Season 0 releases today, so we talk about that, along with his history, design style, influences, playing solitaire, and much more. Interview Episode 002 first aired on October 23rd, 2020. This interview is also available as a video interview. Watch the whole thing here: https://youtu.be/rczHdhi19Vs For the podcast, I have removed a few pauses and moments of repetition (and some stumbling over my thought processes on my part!) to create a smoother listening experience - however, nothing is missing from the interview.

In a short bonus episode, David looks at the 1+ player game Gentle Rain, released as a free print-and-play by designer Kevin Wilson, to provide zen solitaire (or more) entertainment during the isolation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Episode Echo first aired on March 19th 2020.

In this episode of Once Upon A Die, David ranks his top ten solitaire games of all time (as of December 29th, 2018, when his list was created). Episode Delta first aired on January 7th, 2019.

David looks at solitaire play of the 1- or 2-player, push-your-luck game Pleasant Dreams, designed by Aerjen Tamminga, Kickstarted and published by Aerjen Games. Episode 011 first aired on July 11th 2017.

Today, David introduces a new episode style, as he interviews a member of the board game community who is an advocate for solitaire gaming in some way. Zee Garcia is a reviewer and film-maker for The Dice Tower, and is the biggest proponent for solitaire gaming at The Dice Tower. Interview Episode 001 first aired on June 27th 2017.

In this episode, two section commanders are dropped onto a hostile alien planet in order to defend a new Xenosathem drilling outpost from the attack of the denizens of the Dreadmire. Featuring the voices of Coco Lee and Scott Emerson Moyle. Episode 010 first aired on June 14th 2017.

In this episode of Once Upon A Die, David looks back at some of his stand-out gaming experiences of 2016, and some games that he did not get the chance to try, but is looking forward to! Episode Charlie first aired on January 10th, 2017.

David looks at solitaire play of the 1- to 4-player, pattern-building game Ingenious, designed by Reiner Knizia and published by KOSMOS, and also Fantasy Flight. Episode 009 first aired on December 3rd 2016.

In this episode, the Tracy brothers try to foil the malicious plans of The Hood, while rescuing those in need of their help around the globe. Featuring the voices of Steve Tassie, Amelia Jones, Edward George, Jonathan Moriarty, Trent Bradford, Scott Moyle and Matt Leacock. Episode 008 first aired on November 17th 2016.

In this interim episode of Once Upon A Die, David takes a moment to introduce himself, talk about the podcast, and recommend a few games for those who have not yet tried solitaire play. Episode Beta first aired on October 14th, 2016.

David looks at solitaire play of the 1- to 4-player, dexterity and logic game Dimension, designed by Lauge Luchau and published by KOSMOS. Episode 007 first aired on September 30th 2016.

In this episode, Patrick Guillard delves into his own past, searching his ancestors for a link that proves his claim to the Dukedom of Crécy. Featuring the voice of Patricia Whalen. Episode 006 first aired on September 14th 2016.

David looks at solitaire play of the dice-based, real-time game Fuse, designed by Kane Klenko and published by Renegade Game Studios.

In this episode, the Extraterrestrial Combat Unit is faced with the impending threat of alien infiltration of the governments of the world. Featuring performances by Eric M. Lang, Kyra Lepp, Vincent Kong and Scott Emerson Moyle. Episode 004 first aired on August 19th 2016.

David looks at solitaire play of the Euro-game Ginkgopolis, designed by Xavier Georges and published by Z-Man Games.

In this episode, join Dr. Jamie Forrest on his treacherous journey to the Summit of the mountain! Summit was on Kickstarter at the time of posting, and the campaign ended on July 6th 2016. Episode 002 first aired on June 7th 2016.

In this episode, join Harvey Walters, Joe Diamond and Kate Winthrop as they venture into the city of Arkham to attempt to halt the incursion of Azathoth and the destruction of the world. Episode 001 first aired on May 20th 2015. Once Upon A Die RSS