Please join Brian Bloom, Ben H.(Aroen), Douglas Bowser, Charles Bowser, and Mike Johnson (our on location media producer) as we make our epic appearance at the 2011 Origins Game Fair in downtown Columbus, OH. While we were there, we got a grand tour of the event, thanks to staff at the GAMA media/press staff. We cover new NWN Modules and modules/PW’s close to their Hall of Fame status.

While we were at the game fair, we had the honor of interviewing Shane Hensley, the Executive Producer of Cryptic’s upcoming title, Neverwinter. At the end of the interview, we have included a bonus interview of GMX (Geek Media Expo) as they discuss their upcoming events that pertain to D&D content authors.

NWNP Episode 144 [ 55:00 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Shane Hensley, Executive Producer, Neverwinter

With over 20 years of experience in the interactive entertainment industry, Shane started out as a freelance designer and writer and has worked on hundreds of computer, card, role-playing and miniature games, as well as novels, for over a dozen companies and his own company, Pinnacle Entertainment Group. Shane joined Cryptic Studios in 2004 as a lead on City of Heroes/Villains and on a number of prototype projects. He left Cryptic for a brief period to create his own games and was appointed head of several studios in Arizona before coming back “home” to work with his many great friends at Cryptic. He graduated from Virginia Tech with a BS in History and Political Science, served in the VA National Guard, and received his MA in Special Operations from the American Military University.

Video Cast Version *Does not include Shane Hensley interview

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The Relbonian Chronicles – Chapter One By Quillmaster
http://nwvault.ign.com/View.php?view=Modules.Detail&id=6276

The Relbonian Chronicles is set in its own unique world and mythology, designed to have its story unfold through the participation of several key characters.

As such, “Chapter One” is designed to be played with the Dwarven Fighter called “Gerbilaf Bandiwide” which will be included with this module. Please note that playing with any other character will not only spoil your enjoyment but also render parts of the module impossible to play.

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CITY – A Bold New PW
http://nwvault.ign.com/View.php?view=community_news.Detail&id=2946

The team behind the Astoria series of roleplaying modules is proud to present its upcoming release – CITY.
Set against a dazzling, star-lit bohemian world, CITY invites you to explore an original setting inspired by Victorian England and 1930′s New York.
Explore the Metropolis, encountering original factions, races, enemies and locations – designed with intricate detail and character.

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Modules Close to HOF
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Aurora City. The makings of an adventurer V1.61 by (HCR3) missing 2 votes.
http://nwvault.ign.com/View.php?view=modules.Detail&id=290

You start out as a nobody in the City of Aurora. Ma wants you out! ‘Go make something of your life!’ You have a few gold, a dagger, and the clothes on your back! Get started by taking a few delivery jobs to make some coin. But be careful… Some packages are valuable and there are those who would love to get their hands on them. Advance to bigger and better adventures. Hunt down an escaped convict in the city… kill off a band of Orcs… save the little children of Aurora.Do the side quests to gain items and experience.

A Crownless King missing 2 votes.
http://nwvault.ign.com/View.php?view=modules.Detail&id=4647

Upon the road, a stranger comes. And he has work to do… Play to find out more!

High Adventures with the Baronness DeCallya missing 2 votes.
http://nwvault.ign.com/View.php?view=modules.Detail&id=3262

A shortish, fun, Arabianesque adventure for single player or a band of adventurers. The module can be run fully without a DM, but contains DMFI wands and dicebags, and several other DM aids (see the DM Notes included). You have left your home town for your own reasons, and bought passage with a friendly elven captain named Lyell. He has brought you to Hajlimar, where he has left you to wander the docks. What excitement does the exotic port of Hajlimar hold? And who is this Baronness DeCallya you keep hearing about?

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ENGLISH MODULES close to HOF

The Keep on the Borderlands by BlackRain Software – missing 1 vote.
http://nwvault.ign.com/View.php?view=nwn2modulesenglish.Detail&id=190

Our interpretation of the classic B2 module from TSR. There are similiarities and differences between this and B2. Players expecting an exact conversion will not find it here!

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Realms of Trinity – Chapter 6 Release , July 14, 2011.

Please join Jastin and Brian from the Realms of Trinity as they interview Bubba Thud, the creator of the Neverwinter Nights Hall of Fame Module, Agrenost – Beneath the Cobbles. In this interview we discuss his huge and highly detailed module and the multi-perspective approach he took developing it.

In the news segment we cover Persistent Worlds on the IGN Vault that are close to hall of fame and our upcoming appearance at the 2011 Origins Game Fair in Columbus, OH. We also announce two new sections on the Neverwinter Nights Podcast site.

NWNP Episode 143 [ 40:08 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

General News

NWN Podcast Appearance at Origins Game Fair on 6/25/2011.
More details

Neverwinter by Cryptic
playneverwinter.com

FAQ: http://www.playneverwinter.com/faq

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Modules Close to Hall of Fame

Parthenon 04: Opening Moves missing 1 vote.
http://nwvault.ign.com/View.php?view=modules.Detail&id=1649

The build-up of armies along the northern border has finally escalated into war with the Orcs. The adventurers are recruited, and placed on the front lines as a special unit, supporting the body of the Imperial Armies as they drive north. Fourth module in the Parthenon Campaign. This is the first non-prelude module. It continues from where Chapter 3 left off. The module should be played with characters from Chapter 1,2 & 3. Ideally, with the same party, as well. However, you should be able to play with a different group or with a different character with a minimum of fuss, thanks to a character/party verification system. See the README for rules changes. Non Hak-Pak version. OPTIONAL Intro Movie available via Hak Pak link below.

The Alchemist and Ophelia missing 1 vote.
http://nwvault.ign.com/View.php?view=modules.Detail&id=2095

The village of Borges lies on the outskirts of the Dalelands. It’s only excitement is the occasional passing adventurer on their way to bigger and better things. You play one such character, on his/her way to Shadowdale. While you only intend to spend a quiet evening in this sleepy village, you end of gettng much more than you bargained for. This module is intended for a new character, especially non-fighter types who have difficulty with the first level. There is almost no combat. It is a story-driven module. Those looking for lots of combat and puzzles may find it boring. Those looking for interesting characters and a good story (hopefully) will like it.

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Persistent Worlds close to Hall of Fame

World of Charun missing 3 votes.
http://nwvault.ign.com/View.php?view=nwn2gameworlds.Detail&id=167

Highland Saga: Black Dawn missing 5 votes.
http://nwvault.ign.com/View.php?view=nwn2gameworlds.Detail&id=80

New Module

Conan Chronicles 2 – The Zamorian Chronicles
http://nwvault.ign.com/View.php?view=NWN2ModulesEnglish.Detail&id=483

“Tired of the grim and frozen north, you have headed south to Zamora to see what the so-called “civilised” lands may offer. But a baptism of fire awaits you once you step within the gates of Arenjun, Zamora’s second city and renowned throughout the Hyborian lands as the City of Thieves.”

These are the second chronicles set in RE Howard’s world of Conan. While the city of Arenjun and the setting is taken from the Conan stories of RE Howard and others, the adventure itself is original. It is suitable for PCs of around 15-17th level, either a pre-existing PC who completed Conan Chronicles 1 or a new PC level who can be autoleveled at the start of the game.

Whew!! Skunk is keeping us busy!! And thats good!!

So you want to be a NWN Dungeon Master? Announcing another event for all you who want to be a Dungeon Master! Learn from 2 of the greatest DMs out there, Carlos One of the DMFI and Skunkeen the NWC Hall of Fame DM for 2007! As a sponsor we will be interviewing Carlos and Skunk after the event and will include that in an upcoming episode.

Click here to slide over to the post in the Bioware forums and learn all about it. Don’t miss it!

Announcing the next NWN Podcast Neverwinter connections event hosted at “Realms of Annakolia” Hall of Fame Game world on Saturday, March 22nd from 9 a.m. to Noon Eastern time (GMT -4).

This event will include a Dungeon Master trio with Skunkeen, Neverwinter Connections 2007 Grand Hall of Fame Dungeon Master, Charissa1066 two time and recent Grand Hall of Fame Neverwinter Connections Player of the year and, Barry1066 who is a team member of the Community Expansion Pack (CEP) and a Neverwinter Connections Grand hall of Fame Dungeon Master!

We will reserve 8 total spots for the event. Four spots are already reserved for podcast hosts and those that responded in the forums. The first four other listeners to email me at trey@neverwinternightspodcast.com will have a spot reserved. Once I have the complete list Skunkeen will send invitations from Neverwinter Connections. Make sure you accept, so we have a for sure list of players.

If you will playing make sure you go to Neverwinter Connections and when you create your player character add a brief bio for it. This will help the DMs plan the event around your character.

We will post the final list of invitees in the comments of this post, so keep checking back.