Lore'd to Death (Brett)
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| Pub. Date | Title | Duration | |
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| 28 Dec 2022 | Introduction | 00:01:44 | |
Welcome to Lore'd to Death! If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 11 Jan 2023 | Living in Rapture [Bioshock] | 00:18:14 | |
Today we are exploring Andrew Ryan's Rapture and what it might be like to live there before the events of Bioshock (2007). If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 25 Jan 2023 | How did Kratos get to Midgard? [God of War] | 00:17:05 | |
Today we are trying to find out how Kratos, the famed Ghost of Sparta, got from ancient Greece to Midgard between the events of God of War 3 and the 2018 reboot. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 08 Feb 2023 | Did civilians support the Empire? [Star Wars] | 00:13:27 | |
With the Republic support waning, and the new Imperialism on the rise, how did the quality of life change for the inhabitants of the galaxy far, far away? If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 08 Mar 2023 | Black Mesa [Half Life] | 00:09:52 | |
A sprawling research facility in the New Mexico desert is working on a project and suddenly goes nuclear- dropping off the face of the Earth. What exactly was Black Mesa, what did they research and what caused their untimely demise? If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 22 Mar 2023 | Aperture Science [Portal] | 00:20:56 | |
Deep underground, in rural Ohio, a rogue AI has taken a firm grip on a testing facility once created to manufacture shower curtains. Who created Aperture Science, and how did it become a perpetual testing facility seemingly intent on torturing every test subject it could get its cold, metal hands on? If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 05 Apr 2023 | The Prophets [Halo] | 00:15:48 | |
The brain of the Covenant, the Prophets, a mysterious race know as the San'Shyuum showed up in Halo 2 with no warning. Just who were these Prophets, and how did they come to rule one of the fiercest military forces and most self destructive religions in the galaxy? If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 19 Apr 2023 | Hogwarts [Harry Potter] | 00:25:08 | |
In the year 993, something is brewing in the Scottish highlands. Four great wizards found a school for witches and wizards and create an unparalleled standard for magical teaching. Hogwarts school of witchcraft and wizardry has existed for centuries, but how did it start and what was it like to be a student there? If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 03 May 2023 | Umbrella Corporation [Resident Evil] | 00:28:10 | |
You may know them as the company behind the Raccoon City zombie breakout and the creators of horrors like Nemesis and Tyrant, but who were the faces behind Umbrella Corporation? We dig deep into the story behind Umbrella from their conception to their timely demise. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 17 May 2023 | Columbia [Bioshock Infinite] | 00:29:26 | |
The year is 1892. A former war veteran and preacher teams up with a renowned physicist to create something that the world has never seen before- a floating city in the sky. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 31 May 2023 | The Golden Goddesses [The Legend of Zelda] | 00:19:16 | |
Today we try to unravel the mystery behind the three Golden Goddesses of Hyrule: Din, Nayru, and Farore, to find out who these beings were by exploring the myth of creation told by the Great Deku Tree, the creation of the Triforce, and the Goddess Hylia. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 14 Jun 2023 | The Hunter's Nightmare [Bloodborne] | 00:12:08 | |
Today, Brett puts on his best impression of Vaati and delves into the cosmic horror that is Bloodborne. Specifically, the fishing hamlet and the hunter's nightmare from the Old Hunter's DLC. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 28 Jun 2023 | The Nihil [Star Wars] | 00:34:03 | |
Hundreds of years ago, during the era of the High Republic, demons scoured the outer rim for years, took what they wanted, destroyed what they couldn't have, and then left without a trace. Who were the Nihil, and how did they become a force that nearly crippled the galaxy and put a choke hold on the Jedi and the Republic? If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 12 Jul 2023 | Life before the Great War [Fallout] | 00:31:22 | |
Today we delve into a distant future that is reminiscent of a distant past to see what life might have been like before the nukes dropped in Fallout. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 26 Jul 2023 | Why KOTOR is a PERFECT GAME [Star Wars: Knights of the old Republic] | 00:24:01 | |
Today I discuss why I think that Star Wars: Knights of the old Republic is a perfect game, and what makes it so great. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 11 Aug 2023 | King Rauru and the Zonai [Legend of Zelda] | 00:15:04 | |
The Zonai were a mysterious race that came down from the heavens unto ancient Hyrule, but who and what were they? Today we explore what we know of the Zonai's history from Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom so that we can better understand them by taking a look at the first king of Hyrule, Rauru along with his sister Mineru. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 23 Aug 2023 | The First Contact War [Mass Effect] | 00:20:26 | |
Today we explore the First Contact War, also known as the Relay 314 Incident, from Mass Effect- both humanity's first contact with an alien race, and also their first intergalactic war. We also dabble in the Rachni War, as well as the events leading up to the war from humanity's first colony on Mars and their discovery of faster-than-light travel. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 06 Sep 2023 | The Mandalorian Wars [Star Wars] | 00:43:01 | |
Today we take a journey to a galaxy far, far away to explore some of the lore behind Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic. Specifically talking about the prelude to KOTOR with the Mandalorian Wars, where the Mandalorians (under the influence of the Sith) tried their hand at dominating the galaxy. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 20 Sep 2023 | The Interstellar Governments of Starfield [Starfield] | 00:26:41 | |
Today we talk about the three main factions and interstellar forms of government in Starfield-- the United Colonies, Freestar Collective, and House Va'ruun. We do a deep dive on humanity's journey to the stars and how the three major factions came to power, their struggles, and their strife. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 04 Oct 2023 | Break Week - What I've been playing, and questions from listeners! | 00:21:31 | |
This week, I'm taking a break from the regularly scheduled lore dump and taking some time to answer questions and talk about what I've been playing. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 25 Oct 2023 | Elisabet Sobeck, Ted Faro, and the Downfall of Civilization [Horizon: Zero Dawn/Forbidden West] | 00:33:46 | |
Today we explore new Horizons and soar into the world of Zero Dawn and Forbidden West to answer the question, who were the ones responsible for bringing about the apocalypse that led to the events of the game? We talk about Elisabet Sobeck and Ted Faro, and also take that information to break down what it might have been like to live in the Horizon universe in the 2060's-- our distant future (but hopefully not actually). I'll take the Focus, though. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 31 Oct 2023 | [HALLOWEEN SPECIAL] Nyarlathotep and the Cats of Ulthar by H.P. Lovecraft | 00:17:23 | |
In honour of the spooky season, I wanted to take some time to make a Halloween special and read a couple of my favourite short stories from H.P. Lovecraft that people might not know about. H.P. Lovecraft is most famous for his stories about Cthulhu-- most namely the Call of Cthulhu and Shadow Over Innsmouth stories-- but I wanted to offer what I think are his two best works. Maybe I just really like cats. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 15 Nov 2023 | Death, Immortality and the Afterlife [Lord of the Rings] | 00:27:40 | |
Today we go over the concept of death and immortality, as well as explaining how the afterlife works in Lord of the Rings. If Elves are immortal, can they die? And if they do, what happens to them after that? Is there a heaven, or is there just the void? We answer these questions and more in this episode! If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 01 Dec 2023 | Las Plagas [Resident Evil 4 & 5] | 00:28:45 | |
Deep in rural Spain, a cult named Los Illuminados was controlling villagers and turning them into monsters. The source of their power was a parasite that they called Las Plagas. Where did it come from, and what was so special about it that a cult dedicated their lives to it? Today, we take a dive into Resident Evil 4 and 5's lore so that we can understand Las Plagas and how it was used in a plot to overthrow the United States government, and the world. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 13 Dec 2023 | 2023 in Review / Plans for 2024 | 00:07:01 | |
This week's episode is all about why I'm taking a break for the remainder of December 2023, and how the show is going to come back on January 10th, 2024. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 10 Jan 2024 | The Blood War [Baldur's Gate 3 / Dungeons and Dragons] | 00:30:06 | |
Today we talk about the Blood War; something that comes up time and time again in Baldur's Gate 3, but something that there isn't a whole lot of information about in-game otherwise. In this episode, we go through the who/what/when/where/why of the Blood War, in an attempt to find any and all information about the event since Karlach won't spill the beans about her time in the Nine Hells. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 24 Jan 2024 | How GeoPharm Manufactured a Zombie Outbreak [Dead Island] | 00:25:35 | |
Have you ever wondered why it's always the seemingly benevolent pharmaceutical companies that are behind every zombie outbreak? Well, today we go over the events of the Dead Island games to find out why GeoPharm was responsible for this apocalyptic event. We also get into the roots of the Palm Golden Order, as well as the Consortium, to find out who was behind it all and for what reason. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 07 Feb 2024 | Samus Aran [Metroid] | 00:45:19 | |
This week we explore the lore behind the stoic protagonist of the Metroid series, Samus Aran, to discover who she is, what drives her, and what her journey was before the events of the games. We go through the manga series, explore a few extra tidbits from another comic, and go over the events of the games in this comprehensive overview of Samus' lore. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 21 Feb 2024 | Who is Withers? [Baldur's Gate 3] | 00:26:30 | |
Today we delve into the deep lore of our skeletal friend, Withers, from Baldur's Gate 3 to try to find out who he is and why he helps the party throughout the game. In doing so, we take a foray into the lore of the Dead Three, the main antagonists of the game, to help us answer these questions. We also learn what the undead do for fun in their free time, which is disturbing but ironic and hilarious. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 06 Mar 2024 | Let's talk about Persona (w/ RivalxReviews) | 01:02:23 | |
Today I'm joined by RivalxReviews to talk about everything Persona. We go over everything from our favourite parts of the games, why we think that Persona 5 was such a popular entry for the series, and where we think the series will go with Persona 6. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 20 Mar 2024 | What are Witchers, and how are they made? [The Witcher] | 00:55:50 | |
In this episode we explore the Witcher universe, from its origins in Andrzej Sapkowski's novels to its adaptations in games and on Netflix. We also delve into the history, etymology, and detailed lore of witchers, including their training, abilities, and the various schools they come from. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 01 Apr 2024 | April Fools' Day [History] | 00:27:44 | |
In this episode we explore the mysterious origins and cultural significance of April Fools' Day, delving into various theories and historical practices associated with the holiday. We contrast these with modern-day pranks and how April Fools' Day is celebrated around the world, highlighting the lack of a definitive origin story but embracing the whimsy and unpredictability that define the day. We also give our top 5 favourite April Fools' Day hoaxes throughout history, and things get really weird. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 17 Apr 2024 | The Furon-Blisk Martian War [Destroy All Humans] | 00:23:57 | |
In this week's episode, we talk about the Martian War from Destroy All Humans between the Furon and the Blisk and the numerous consequences that came from it. I also rant like a madman about the intricacies of space travel and try to make sense of a fictional reality, which is a losing battle (but that will never stop me). If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 01 May 2024 | Mind Flayers & The Illithid Empire [Baldur's Gate 3 / D&D] | 01:02:41 | |
This week we talk about the Illithid Race, more well known as Mind Flayers, to find out what makes them tick, and all of the minute details that separate them from octopuses. To cap it all off, we talk about the Illithid Empire, and why no one wants to see that come to fruition. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 15 May 2024 | The Far Zenith [Horizon: Forbidden West] | 00:37:49 | |
This week we dive into the Horizon universe to get to know the antagonists of Horizon: Forbidden West-- the Far Zenith. Who is this collective, where did they come from, and why are they so powerful? We explore that and more in this episode. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 29 May 2024 | Break Week May 2024 - Q&A / More Baldur's Gate | 00:22:42 | |
This week we take a bit of a break to answer some questions that listeners have sent in, and to talk about future content. Thank you for all of the support over the last year and a half of making this podcast, and I look forward to continuing to make content for you. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 12 Jun 2024 | Vault Tec Industries [Fallout] | 00:57:16 | |
Today, we take a leap back into the world of Fallout to talk about the reason that Fallout exists-- Vault Tec industries. Surely, a company who's sole reason for existing was to create fallout shelters to save people from a nuclear apocalypse would be a morally rich company, right? We go over everything from their roots to their end to find out. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 26 Jun 2024 | The Gith (Githyanki & Githzerai) [Dungeons & Dragons / Baldur's Gate 3] | 00:52:12 | |
This week we dive into the history of the Gith, and more specifically the Githyanki and Githzerai tribes. From their time spent enslaved to their newfound freedom and civil war, we have it all covered down to the finest detail. Who are these funky little frog people, and what makes them tick? They're a pretty miserable people, so, everything, actually. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 10 Jul 2024 | The Falmer and the Dwemer [The Elder Scrolls] | 00:31:21 | |
Today we dive into the world of Elder Scrolls to answer the question of what happened to the Falmer and Dwemer, and how were they related? The history of the Elves in the Elder Scrolls is always a roller coaster, so join me on this journey while I read every book from Skyrim to try to figure it out. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 24 Jul 2024 | PART 1: Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree (First Impressions & Gameplay Overview) w/ Seth of Overthinking Games | 00:51:28 | |
This week we have special guest Seth from our friends over at the Overthinking Games Podcast to talk about the recently released Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. This is part 1 of 2, and we talk about everything from our first impressions, thoughts on the new weapons, and our favourite bosses of FromSoftware's new masterpiece. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 07 Aug 2024 | PART 2: Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree (Lore) w/ Seth of Overthinking Games | 01:02:46 | |
Once again we have special guest Seth from our friends over at the Overthinking Games Podcast to talk about the recently released Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. This is part 2 of 2 where we discuss the lore, discoveries, and some of our theories about the game. We also talk about Dune for longer than we probably needed to (which was any time at all. Sorry). If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 04 Sep 2024 | You should play "Laika: Aged Through Blood" | 01:03:30 | |
This week we take a bit of a detour from the usual formula to talk about a game that I played recently that had a profound impact on me. It's one of the best games I've played in recent memory, and the best Metroidvania that's been released in quite some time. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 18 Sep 2024 | The Combine [Half Life 2] | 00:37:57 | |
This week we dive back into the world of Half Life to dig into the roots of the Combine to figure out who this mysterious inter dimensional entity is and why they are travelling the multiverse committing atrocities. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 02 Oct 2024 | Balduran & The Rise of Baldur's Gate [Dungeons & Dragons / Baldur's Gate 3] | 00:41:47 | |
Ever wondered how a humble adventurer could transform a pirate-infested harbor into a bustling city? Join us in our 40th episode of the Lord to Death podcast as we promise an enthralling journey through the lore of Balduran, the legendary figure behind Baldur's Gate. From his audacious escapades across the Trackless Sea to his philanthropic endeavors that fortified Grey Harbor, Balduran's tale is one of courage, wealth, and unprecedented transformation. Discover how his immense riches and strategic constructions played a pivotal role in turning a criminal haven into a flourishing metropolis. Listen as we piece together Balduran’s relentless pursuit of control and the lasting impact of his legacy on the city he helped build If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 18 Oct 2024 | The Weyland-Yutani Corporation [Alien] | 00:49:16 | |
This week we take a look into the mega-corporation that seems to have its hands in everything that Ellen Ripley does-- the Weyland-Yutani Corporation. Just what is "the company" and how did they get to where they are? We answer all of these questions in this deep dive from its founding all the way to its dismantling in this week's spooky episode. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 30 Oct 2024 | A Reading of "The Colour out of Space" by H.P. Lovecraft [Halloween Special] | 01:10:45 | |
This week we are back with a dramatic reading of H.P. Lovecraft's "The Colour out of Space", continuing the podcast tradition of doing something spooky for Halloween. So sit back, relax, and listen to one of my favourite horror stories in its entirety. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 13 Nov 2024 | Selûne & Shar, Goddesses of the Moon [D&D / Baldur's Gate 3] | 00:51:31 | |
This week we huddle around the campfire and look up at the moon in hopes of answering who are the twin goddesses of the moon, Selûne and Shar? We dive deep into sources everywhere from 3rd edition onward to answer the who, what, when, where, and why of some of the most powerful deities in the Faerunian pantheon. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 27 Nov 2024 | The Full Story of Berserk (to date) [Berserk] | 01:03:04 | |
In this week's episode we delve into the story of Berserk, the hit Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Kentaro Miura. Using the deluxe edition volume 14, we go through the story beat by beat until the current date, catching us up on the story for those who can't remember what happened between chapters (aka, me) or those who are looking to get in to Berserk. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 13 Dec 2024 | Bane, Bhaal & Myrkul - The Dead Three [Baldur's Gate 3 / D&D] | 00:48:32 | |
This week we dive into the Dead Three who consisted of Bane, Bhaal, and Myrkul; three mortals who dared to challenge the God of Dead for his portfolios. We go over everything from their life as mortals, their ascension to godhood, and their deeds as deities as well as how they were involved in the infamous Time of Troubles. If you're a fan of Baldur's Gate 3, you're not going to want to miss this one. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 24 Dec 2024 | 2024 Q&A / Holiday Break Week | 00:37:06 | |
With the end of the year coming up, we're taking a well-needed break to answer the questions that you all had! We talk about everything from my favourite games, my go-to pizza toppings, and the plans for 2025. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 15 Jan 2025 | The Origins of Tieflings [Dungeons & Dragons] | 00:24:34 | |
This week we talk about anything and everything related to the devil-like race of Tieflings. From their creation as a race to how they are viewed in society- everything is in this episode. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 29 Jan 2025 | The Lore of Prey (2017) Explained | 00:52:12 | |
This week, we dive into one of my favourite games which is Prey (2017) to uncover the lore behind TranStar Industries and how they came to acquire the Talos I station. We talk about everything from the space race of the 50's to the not-so-distance future of 2035 to fully explain everything about this game. If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||
| 12 Feb 2025 | Tolkien's Influence on Modern Media w/ Lore of the Rings Podcast | 01:02:27 | |
This week we talk to the wanderer of Middle Earth, Aaron, the host of the Lore of the Rings podcast to talk about Tolkien's influence on modern fantasy, sci-fi, board games, and everything in between. We go deep into what makes the heroes journey, how Gary Gygax got a cease and desist for using the term Hobbit in early versions of Dungeons and Dragons, and the relationship between the themes of escapism and recovery. Be sure to check out the Lore of the Rings podcast through the links below: If you have an idea for an episode, or just want to say hello, please send it over to loredtodeath@gmail.com or at one of the social media links below! | |||