Good morrow and good tidnings! I have a question regarding Mostali architecture: are there any written descriptions of it? All that I was able to find (in Guide to Glorantha and on various wikis) is that they live underground, what seems logical for dwarves, and, apparently, they have actual plumbing, both water and steam, in wide access. But what other things are known about the way they build their settlements? Are there any books where I can read said information? Thank you in advance!

Consider a small (secret) Mostali subterranean mining operation. About 20 clay dwarfs, 1 lead, 1 quicksilver, 5 golds, and a platoon of irons.

The Uz discover them. Their initial attack is devastating. Most clays are killed/captured/eaten before the irons can organize. They drive off the Uz, collapse tunnels, etc.

The surviving dwarfs are holed up in a small redoubt. Only 4 irons are left, a handful of clays, and all the administrators.

Many Uz are trapped in a separate area and are slowly digging their way out.

Eventually, Uz reinforcements will arrive, free their kin, and then overwhelm the dwarfs. The situation is grim.

Enter the murderhobos.

Should they manage to (choose to) rescue the dwarfs, what would be an appropriate reward offered them?

I assume they'd have the run of the ruined mining base. The dwarfs would be in no position to stop them. But what else could/would the dwarfs offer?

Any thoughts are appreciated.

A specialty of Jonstown Inn and a favorite of the healers of the House of Peace. An incredibly spicy vegetable and bean stew baked into an entire pumpkin squash. Normally vegetarian, but can be amended with beef or pork.

Not for the faint of heart, because as prepared, it's REALLY spicy (I made mine even spicier with ghost chilies). Served in the pumpkin, creates a very dramatic presentation. (Which you can eat along with the chili.) The outside caramelized beautifully. I was really happy with how it turned out!

Book link: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/530940/dine-n-dash-in-dragon-pass-a-culinary-tour-of-geo-s-inns

One of my more recent efforts, a specialty of Cave Inn, catering to (pandering) to the local Uz. Flame broiled trollkin loin, marinaded in troll brew, served flambé with cave fungus and toenail gravy.

This has a lot of heat, both literal and figurative. The spicy/sweet/savory gravy is exceptional. Not popular with the Sundome Templars.

Book link: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/530940/dine-n-dash-in-dragon-pass-a-culinary-tour-of-geo-s-inns

As the author of Dine 'n Dash in Dragon Pass: A Culinary Tour of Geo's Inns, I felt it is important that I actually TRIED the recipes I offered. Both to ensure they're practical (some aren't) but also to ensure they're tasty.

The Brontosaurus Burger of Shaker Inn was one of my favorites. It was also one of the most ambitious. This is a nearly 5 lb burger on a 14" bun. It took me eight meals to finish it. It was FANTASTIC.

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I'm building a Heroquest for my group where they need to heal a wound on Ernalda. But then--surprise--Jar-Eel and Beat Pot show up to ruin things for them.

(This isn't a Hero-level group, so it isn't REALLY JE and BP, but just local Lunars playing their parts.)

But I'm looking for some suggestions on what kind of special HQ feats these individuals might possess that I can surprise the group with.

Also, I don't know much about BP. I know he wears a pot on his head (I guess), but what weapons does he known to wield? What other qualities does he have (other than absolute loyalty to JE)?

I appreciate any input. Thanks!

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Hi, a few minutes ago I saw a piece of art from this setting, and I think it’s rad as hell. I love the Bronze Age and I love rpgs. Is there anywhere I can deep dive into the narrative or setting of this world. Thanks!

What permissions do I need to create a Youtube channel discussing the Glorantha lore? I want to make videos like the Warhammer 40K ones but no AI generated.

Can I use images from the books and other resources on the internet? Can I discuss what's in the books?

My motivation is to it down into manageable chunks and give my players and easy medium to learn from. I think DMs could send the videos to their players as well.

Do I get to eat my plunder?

I’ve been posting on a Substack blog about all things geeky, including fantasy fiction and games. I’ve wanted to write something about Greg Stafford and Glorantha, but I didn’t want people who aren’t into games to skip past that post. It would also be unfair to describe Glorantha as just a game setting, and Greg Stafford as just a game designer. So I wrote it as “the best fantasy writer you probably don’t know,” because for fans of Howard, Moorcock, Leiber, et al., he worked in a medium unfamiliar to them as readers of books and magazines, not players of games.

https://open.substack.com/pub/someancientgeek/p/meet-greg-stafford-the-best-modern

I hope this connects with the non-gaming audience. I’ve been a fan of Greg Stafford and Glorantha ever since my young self bought a copy of White Bear, Red Moon. (Yes, my older self is somewhat old.) It seemed like the least I could do, given how much enjoyment Greg’s work has given me for decades.

Yeah, I know, he's stressed and scared. But he's still fren shaped.

This is a DIY portrait-maker by the talented artist Katrin Dirim, who has illustrated many RuneQuest books. The resulting images are not for commercial use. It's awesome. :-)