Level 4 - Myths and Connection (And the Madness of Sinistar!)

Ready your spell slots and crank up the existential dread—this episode gets weird in all the best ways. The Rev. Tim Hannon, Helene Hannon, and their lifelong friend Joseph Leake dive deep into the mystical realms of tabletop gaming, with a spotlight on the mind-bending world of Mage. From lost civilizations like Atlantis to cosmic-level mysteries, they explore how gaming lets us wrestle with the unknown—and why that sense of awe feels a lot like stepping into sacred space. There is something in the myth!But it’s not all starry-eyed wonder. Enter Sinistar, the arcade nightmare that screams at you while hurtling through space. The crew breaks down why fear, chaos, and even glitchy weirdness in games tap into something primal—and maybe even spiritual.Then things get real: What do cosmic horror and communion have in common? How can gaming rituals mirror the sacred? And why does music in both worship and gameplay sometimes feel like a direct line to the divine?If you’ve ever felt a chill during a cutscene or goosebumps in a sanctuary, this one’s for you.🎲🌌🕹️✨