Kingdom Come Deliverance – Hardcore Mode 14: Ruin And The Rattay Tournament

After losing in the Rattay Tournament, we take our rage out(legally) on some nearby bandits before giving the tourney another go.

Kingdom Come Deliverance – Hardcore Mode 13: Fighting In The Rattay Tournament

After several days of hunting and training, it is time to reap our rewards and test our skills in the Rattay Tournament!

Kingdom Come Deliverance – Hardcore Mode 12: Hunting Deer Between Rattay and Neuhof

Now that we are in the training groove, it is time to try and weave some money-making into the flow. In other words, it is time to poach game from the king's land!

Kingdom Come Deliverance – Hardcore Mode 11: Learning To Read and Master Strike

Now that the Neuhof investigation has cooled off a bit, we take a break to coach Henry up in the mightiness of the pen and the sword.

Kingdom Come Deliverance – Hardcore Mode 10: Ginger In A Pickle

After making some headway on the Neuhof crime, the main suspect has decided to skip town. It falls on Henry to track him down and determine if he is guilty.

Kingdom Come Deliverance – Hardcore Mode 09: The Hunt Begins

After earning a promotion, Henry's first orders are to investigate a brutal crime scene in Neuhof, and bring the perpetrators to justice.

Kingdom Come Deliverance – Hardcore Mode 08: The Prey(Part 2)

Not satisfied by simply murdering sweet innocent bunnies, Hans Capon sets his sights on a some more dangerous game(and possibly even the most dangerous game).

Kingdom Come Deliverance – Hardcore Mode 07: The Prey(Part 1)

Sir Hanush seems to think that the best way to get two people to make up from a bar fight is to send them on a multi-day trip in the woods with deadly weapons. These truly were simpler times.

Kingdom Come Deliverance – Hardcore Mode 06: Keeping The Peace

Now that Henry knows how to use a weapon, he takes the next logical step in applying that knowledge. By going on patrol and using his skills on his own people.

Kingdom Come Deliverance – Hardcore Mode 05: Train Hard, Fight Easy

After a day of digging in the dirt for some thieves, Henry spends the next day learning how to put people in the dirt for his liege.

Kingdom Come Deliverance – Hardcore Mode 04: The Dead Man’s Ring

Barely clinging to life, Henry wakes up in a mill near Rattay, the most powerful city in the Sasau region. After several weeks of recovery he has a debt to pay to the miller, and some less than scrupulous options to pay it.

Kingdom Come Deliverance – Hardcore Mode 03: Homecoming

After some tense diplomacy, Talmburg avoids a clash with Sigusmund's army. However, Henry is trapped within the keep's walls and needs to find a way out so he can return to Skalitz and bury his parents.

Kingdom Come Deliverance – Hardcore Mode 02: Run

Weems kicks off his adventure in 15th century Bohemia by dutifully executing his duties for his liege. In other words he runs around doing fetch quests for his dad.

Kingdom Come Deliverance – Hardcore Mode 01: Skalitz Before The Storm

Weems kicks off his adventure in 15th century Bohemia by dutifully executing his duties for his liege. In other words he runs around doing fetch quests for his dad.

[G^G] November 2020 Update – Life Comes At You Fast

18 months, and many sweeping career changes later I'm back! But for how long? I guess we'll find out...

Satisfactory Early Access – Episode 11: Caterium, Supercomputers, and Geothermal Power

After some offline exploration, I found a new type of ore called Caterium that gives us access to all manner of advanced electronics!

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 29: Stone Cold Redemption

The Syndicate's second trip into the dig site ends with a glorious battle, and an unusual resolution.

Tavern Tycoon – Episode 10: Dragon’s Hangover

This is it! The last stage of Tavern Tycoon. Let's see if we can apply everything we have learned that far and complete our final challenge.

[G^G] May 2019 Update – I’m Getting Married!

After 14 months of planning Meesh and I are finally getting married! While all that is going on, check out a look back on what we've done, and what is to come.

Satisfactory Early Access – Episode 10: The Jetpack, Manufacturing, and The Edge of The World

Today we demonstrate proper splitting and merging, computer and heavy modular frame manufacturing, and why you shouldn't jump off the edge of the world...

Tavern Tycoon – Episode 09: Nothing Is On Special

The 9th stage of Tavern Tycoon has us re-visiting a previous tavern, but this time we need to find a way to cram all of the end-game services in.

Satisfactory Early Access – Episode 9.5(Bonus Episode): Oil Automation and Truck Routes

With the oil fields surveyed it is time to complete the next step of the process. (surprise surprise) Full automation!

Satisfactory Early Access – Episode 09: Drilling For Oil and Hard Drives

With Project Assembly: Platform complete, it is time to move on to the next frontier. Drilling for oil!

Tavern Tycoon – Episode 08: Graveyard Happy Hour

After my first attempt at this level went 6 feet under, I was able to rise from the grave and make the best ceme-tavern the world has ever seen!

Satisfactory Early Access – Episode 08: Building Vertical and Project Assembly Framework

After some fairly detailed work off camera, I am finally ready to build the Space Elevator's Framework.

Tavern Tycoon – Episode 07: Pirate Bay of Blue Seas

Having established that I am not a very zen individual, I go somewhere that would hopefully treasure my talents a bit more.

Tavern Tycoon – Episode 06: Garden of Zen

The so-called "Garden of Zen" ends up being a tremendous source of frustration.

Dungeons and Data – An Analysis of The First 15 Sessions of The Tanius Campaign

With 15 sessions in the books it is time to stop aggravating and time to start aggregating!

Satisfactory Early Access – Episode 07: Perfect Copper Chain and Vehicle Automation

After some fairly productive work off screen we set our sights back on coal, only this time... we are automating!

Tavern Tycoon – Episode 05: Dungeon Is Not An Exception

Turns out that you should probably determine if you are on a fault line BEFORE you open an underground tavern...

Satisfactory Early Access – Episode 06: Coal Runnings

After charting out my goals, I realized that a lack of coal was going to prevent me from reaching them. So this time around we are going on an expedition!

Satisfactory Early Access – Episode 05: Faster Conveyor Belts and Poor Reading Comprehension

In this episode Weems gets a little bit too excited about conveyer belts.

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 28: Avert Your Eyes

The rescue mission continues, and the party tries to learn from their previous mistake.

Satisfactory Early Access – Episode 04: Let’s Build A Multi-level Factory

In this episode we return to the hub and try our hand at creating some components using the assembler.

Satisfactory Early Access – Episode 03: Chainsaw Bushwhacking

After some hub cleanup we finally leave home! We explore the nearby area and find out that its tranquility should not be confused with friendliness.

Satisfactory Early Access – Episode 2.5: Improving Efficiency by Splitting and Merging

With the space elevator up, I turn down the intensity a bit and start looking for ways to improve the output of our factory chains.

Satisfactory Early Access – Episode 02: The Space Elevator

After a couple hour break to smelt lots of ore, I pressed record again. This time we set our sights on tier 1 hub upgrades and the space elevator.

Satisfactory Early Access – Episode 01: Planetfall

Satisfactory Early Access is here! I cleared my schedule for the night, and armed with my knowledge from the Alpha, was able to make some serious progress.

Tavern Tycoon – Episode 04: Winter Is Coming

Finally a real curve ball! This time it took me 2 attempts to beat the level. Turns out your cooks need to know how to make all of the food on the menu...

Tavern Tycoon – Episode 03: My Tavern, My Rules

Level 2 of Tavern Tycoon is officially in the books! Let's see if my management prowess holds up through level 3...

Tavern Tycoon – Episode 02: Everything Is On Special

With the first level of Tavern Tycoon in the bag I decided to record my very first attempt at the second level. What could possibly go wrong?

G^G Site Blog #4 – I Should Have Just Eloped Edition

After a bit of a hiatus, I was finally able to pull together my next site update! Read this to learn more about the present and future state of the site.

Tavern Tycoon – Episode 01: In Wine Is Wisdom

I have a little downtime before Satisfactory Early Access begins, and after taking a look through my Steam queue I found this charming little Tavern simulator.

Satisfactory Alpha – Episode 04: The Space Elevator(Bonus Episode)

In the twilight hours of the Satisfactory Alpha weekend I recorded my longest session yet. I can't wait for this game to come out.

Satisfactory Alpha – Episode 03: Basic Automation

The marathon continues. During the second video of the day I finally get a grasp of how basic automation works.

Satisfactory Alpha – Episode 02: Meeting The Neighbors

Day 2 of Satisfactory Alpha Weekend turned into a bit of a marathon. This is the first of three videos I ultimately ended up making...

Satisfactory Alpha – Episode 01: Setting Up Home Base

I celebrated getting into the Satisfactory Alpha weekend by making my first ever Youtube video! Please be gentle...

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 27: Back to the Underground

The party takes another job with the Endgar Mining Guild. Only this time, it is a rescue mission.

The Next Level – How To Build A Battlestation On A Budget

Want to take your battlestation to the next level? Turns out you don't need a towering rig with multiple high-end graphics cards.

Gateway Games – Video Games for Beginners: Lovers In A Dangerous Spacetime

The fourth game in my Gateway Games series is the co-op spaceship side-scroller Lovers In A Dangerous Spacetime. This star-studded spectacle is a blast for gamers of all levels, and sets the standard for what makes a great gateway game.

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 26: … And Dragons

The party prepares for the final battle of the Endgar games, which pits them against a creature of legendary origin.

G^G Site Blog #3 – I Hate Houses Edition

Meesh and I are buying a house(which has been consuming our lives). Fortunately I was able to find (a little bit of) free time during E3 to jot down (a lot of) my thoughts! Check out this 3rd installment of the G^G site blog to find out more!

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 25: Light Match, Then Walk Away Looking Cool

The party hangs out around the coliseum bloodworks for a bit, where they evidently decided to dial up the theatrics a bit for the second battle.

G^G Site Blog #2 – Spring Cleaning

In my second site blog I cover the latest G^G content, GDPR, Ad Serving, and some minor life events taking place.

Gateway Games – Video Games for Beginners: Orcs Must Die 2

With two games under her belt, Meesh and I decided to play another co-op game. However, this time instead of cooking soup we were cooking orcs.

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 24: Let The Games Begin

The party boldly enters their first battle in the coliseum. The narrator of this story is no help whatsoever.

Gateway Games – Video Games for Beginners: Overcooked

The second game in my Gateway Games series is the co-op cooking simulator Overcooked. This cheesy delight was a critical second step in Meesh's gaming journey.

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Optional Martial Combat Rules: Moving Players Past Stab and Shoot

Some optional rules for martial characters in D&D 5e that allow you to smash, stagger, tackle, throw, subdue, and intimidate your foes!

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 23: An Awkward Introduction

The party returns to Endgar and finishes a few tasks around town. The journal's narrator also finally reveals himself to the party. The response is mixed at best.

G^G Site Blog #1 – Hello World!

Welcome to Grow Up and Game! This is a not-so brief write-up explaining where the 50+ articles on this website came from, and what you can expect from G^G in the future.

Gateway Games – Video Games for Beginners: Telltale’s The Walking Dead Franchise

Bringing a non-gamer to the world of gaming is hard. However, I think Telltale's The Walking Dead is the perfect game to introduce them to the medium.

Gateway Games – Introducing Non-Gamers To The Gaming World

Gateway Games aren't a new concept, but in practice most of the "games for beginners" lists I read online are kind of weak. I aim to fix that!

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 22: The Blackthorn Syndicate

The party leaves Blackheart Manor with a few new assets. However, they run into a couple of complications on the road.

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 21: Till Death Do Us Part

Our heroes finally reach the tomb of Renlia's betrothed, and bring the story of Blackheart Manor to a close.

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 20: Back To The Task At Hand

The party licks their wounds and looks the finish the task that brought them to Blackheart Manor.

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 19: The Eye of The Storm

In chapter 19 of our Campaign Dairy with the help of a new ally the party mounts a counter attack against the night hag.

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: The Artisan’s Tools

Inside you'll find a brief overview, followed by a detailed description of every artisan's toolkit in D&D 5th Edition.

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: Tinker’s Tools

Today we cover the final artisan's toolkit in our crafting kit series, the tinker's tools.

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: Smith’s Tools

Today we learn how to use the quintessential fantasy crafting kit in your 5th edition campaign.

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: Weaver’s Tools

Come on in and find out how the fruit of the loom can create fruitful results in your campaign.

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: Leatherworker’s Tools

Ditch your sweater and put on your leathers. It is time to dig in to the dirty details behind leatherworking.

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: Alchemist’s Supplies

Let's fire up the boiling flask and distill the rules around using the alchemist's supplies in 5th edition.

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: Painter’s Supplies

Why hello there neighbor. Won't you join me for brief write-up on how the painter's supplies can be used to help inspire the villagers to clean up the neighborhood?

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: Calligrapher’s Supplies

Today we learn how to use the calligrapher's tools in your campaign and give credence to the old saying "The pen is mightier than the sword".

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: Cobbler’s Tools

D&D requires you to think on your feet, so today we learn how extra attention to the bottom of your soles could help you save some unfortunate souls.

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: Potter’s Tools

If video games have taught us anything, pots are an endless source of life and wealth. Bad Zelda jokes aside, today we talk about crafting pottery in 5e.

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: Cook’s Utensils

Today we fire up the oven and learn how cooking can fill your party member's bellies, and your coin purse.

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: Brewer’s Supplies

Today we go into detail on what a brewer does, and how the brewers tools can be used to benefit your party in 5th edition.

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: Glassblower’s Tools

Although it is more specialized, The glassblower's tools offers a player many options on both practical and artistic fronts. If your party has any interest in poison-making or alchemy the glassblower's tools are a choice that should not be overlooked.

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: Mason’s Tools

If you are interested in building and enhancing your party's stronghold, then the Mason's tools should not be overlooked. Today we break down the tools that specialize in breaking down and assembling stones into structures in your campaign.

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: Carpenter’s Tools

The Carpenter's Tools might not help you slay the dragon, but they could be a critical part of your journey to its nest.

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: Cartographer’s Tools

In this edition of The Questionable Arcana Crafting series we look at new and existing rules around map making to create an improved cartography system.

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 18: Toil and Trouble

In chapter 18 of our Campaign Dairy the party finds themselves being harassed, attacked, and cursed by a seemingly un-catchable foe.

D&D 5e – Dungeons and Data: Party Statistics From The First 10 Sessions of The Tanius Campaign

Now that we have finished re-telling the events from the first 10 sessions of our D&D campaign, it is time to start counting instead of recounting.

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 17: Ruined Upholstery

In Chapter 17 the party continues exploring Blackheart Manor. Not wanting to be caught by surprise again our heroes opt for a more aggressive approach...

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: Jeweler’s Tools

An instructional on how to use the jeweler's tools in D&D 5e, and how it ties into our home-brewed crafting system.

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: Creating and Selling Artwork

Sometimes crafting the same iron dagger over and over for profit gets boring. To fix this we designed an 5e artwork crafting system for you creative types.

Drinking and Dragons – A D&D Drinking Game for 5th Edition

Dungeons and Dragons is a social game by nature. Our goal is to simply help take that experience to the next level.

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 16: Occupied Upholstery

Despite the party's newly heightened senses, the denizens of the manor show that they have a few tricks up their sleeve.

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: The Woodcarver’s Tools

With our crafting system established, our first true set of artisan's tools we are going investigate is the woodcarver's tools. Inside we learn what we can create, when we can create, and how we can create.

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 15: Blackheart Manor

The party has a minor incident with some of the manor's stone decorations, and a familiar face from Renlia's past appears.

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 14: Lights and Fires

Our heroes continue their quest to Blackheart Manor. On the way they run into a number of strange creatures and respond the way they usually do, by burning things.

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – Crafting: The Poisoner’s Kit

The second installment of our 5e crafting series the Mundane and Magical Makings series features the Poisoner's Kit. In this article we flesh out the poison crafting rules and detail how to close some potential loopholes you might run into.

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 13: Renlia’s Plight

In chapter 13 a previous acquaintance asks for the party's assistance in dealing with a supernatural issue.

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 12: Nooks and Crannies

In Chapter 12 the party delves deeper into The Dig site, and encounters a few nasties along the way..

D&D 5e – Questionable Arcana – The Rising Tides of Chaos: Alternative Wild Magic Rules for 5th Edition

An alternative set of wild magic rules for 5e that results in a much higher wild magic surge rate while making sure that wild magic stays "wild".

The Tanius Campaign Journal – Chapter 11: A Hole In The Wall

A narrative campaign log containing one party's 5th edition D&D adventures, stories, and shenanigans. In Chapter 11 the party treks underground in an attempt to help the Endgar Mining Guild.