E01. Bitten by the Fantasy-bug

IntroductionWho are we? What is Rolling Into Fantasy?What do we plan?Introducing Segments: 'Tales from the Tome' & 'Through the Palantir'Where & how did our passion for Fantasy start? Laurent:Earliest memory: Star Wars, which premiered Oct. 27, 1977; later ESB & ROJOther movies: Excalibur (1981); The Dark Crystal (1982 Jim Henson & Frank Oz); Conan the Barbarian (1982); The Never Ending Story (1984); Labyrinth (1986 - Jim Henson); Willow (1988)Literature: Fighting Fantasy books & Lone Wolf gamebooks (discovered the French versions first: Loup Solitaire, Défis Fantastique) + Stephen King (Mist) Marie-Noor:Literature: Harry Potter >> Throne of glass: political intrigue, medieval fantasy, etc. Roleplay: “made up things” >> roleplay >> D&D >> larpSeries/movies: Star Wars >> Game of Thrones, Arcane, She-Ra, very wide What is Rolling Into Fantasy?A bi-weekly podcast where we, Marie-Noor & Laurent, a father-daughter duo delve into the enchanting world of Fantasy. With an inter-generational approach spanning over more than 30 years of love for Fantasy, we explore Fantasy literature, games, pop culture, music, series & movies. Each episode connects different aspects of Fantasy, rolling seamlessly from one topic to another. Join us every fortnight on Thursdays as we discuss the origins of Fantasy, current news, and exciting things to come in the realm of Fantasy. Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the genre, "Rolling into Fantasy" has something magical for everyone.You'll us on Spotify, Apple, or any other podcast player or through our website www.rollingintofantasy.orgWhat's the plan?Exploring Fantasy literature, games, pop culture, music, series & movies. Each episode connects different aspects of Fantasy, rolling seamlessly from one topic to another.Sharing the passion for Fantasy & discovering new connections & guestsEpisodes air every fortnight on Thursdays Tales From The Tome: Laurent:Gaming books: Fighting Fantasy (Sir Ian Livingstone)Gaming books: Lone Wolf (Joe Dever, 1984)Marie-Noor:The Poppy War, by R.F. KuangDIE, by Kieron Gillen & Stephanie HansNext RIF-episode:What are the current Fantasy literature (sub-) genres?Book: Age of the God Eater: HeraldBook: Twelve Jackals: Illicitum Book One: 1 (Moud Adel, 2024)Book: The Faithful and the Fallen: Malice (John Gwynne, 2012)Book: Voyage of the Damned (Frances White, 2024)Links:The Poppy War (The Poppy War, #1) by R.F. Kuang - GoodreadsDark Horse Comics & Wizards of the Coast team upThe Eye of the World (The Wheel of Time, #1) by Robert Jordan - GoodreadsThe Roots of Chaos — Samantha ShannonShe-Ra and the Princesses of Power - IMDBArcane: League of Legends - IMDBGame of Thrones - George R.R. MartinLive action role-playing game - LARPDungeons & Dragons - Start your Journey here - Wizards of the CoastThrone of Glass - Sarah J. MaasHarry Potter - Wizarding WorldThe Mist, by Stephen King - GoodreadsLone Wolf gamebooksFighting Fantasy GamebooksWillow - IMDBLabyrinth - IMDBThe Never Ending Story - IMDBConan the Barbarian - IMDBThe Dark Crystal - IMDBThe Dark Crystal - IMDBExcalibur | Rotten TomatoesStar Wars: A New Hope (Episode IV)

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