This week on the show I’ll talk about the big news that Broadsword will be taking over development for Star Wars: The Old Republic and what that might mean for the game's future. Also, this week, Game Update 7.3 is going live. It has a new story, flashpoint, economy changes, gear currencies changes, and more. 

This week on the show I’ll talk about the big news that Broadsword will be taking over development for Star Wars: The Old Republic and what that might mean for the game's future. Also, this week, Game Update 7.3 is going live. It has a new story, flashpoint, economy changes, gear currencies changes, and more.

Episode 121: The Bantha in the Room!

This week on the show I talk about Galactic Seasons 3. It’s close to the end. I’ll tell you about the things I liked, things I didn’t, and whether or not you have enough time to get everything done. Also this week, I’ll take a look at Companion Influence and Gift giving and see if there are areas of opportunity for BioWare to make it better. And finally this week, I take a behind-the-scenes look at how the Companion System was originally designed, and the problems that it caused. 

This week on the show I talk about Galactic Seasons 3. It’s close to the end. I’ll tell you about the things I liked, things I didn’t, and whether or not you have enough time to get everything done. Also this week, I’ll take a look at Companion Influence and Gift giving and see if there are areas of opportunity for BioWare to make it better. And finally this week, I take a behind-the-scenes look at how the Companion System was originally designed, and the problems that it caused.

Episode 120: A Season of Companions

This week on the show, Game Update 7.2 – Showdown on Ruhnuk is live. One of its many features is the PvP revamp which introduced PvP Seasons 1 and removed Ranked PvP. I’ll share my experiences with the PvP Season and discuss what went into making that decision to remove Ranked and if it was the right thing to do. As you know, the name of the podcast is The State of the Old Republic. I thought it would be a great time to discuss just that. 

This week on the show, Game Update 7.2 – Showdown on Ruhnuk is live. One of its many features is the PvP revamp which introduced PvP Seasons 1 and removed Ranked PvP. I’ll share my experiences with the PvP Season and discuss what went into making that decision to remove Ranked and if it was the right thing to do. As you know, the name of the podcast is The State of the Old Republic. I thought it would be a great time to discuss just that.

Episode 119: The State of the Old Republic

This week on the show, Legacy of the Sith is almost here. I’ll get you caught up on what we're getting in 7.0, and a few things we’re not getting in 7.0.Just when you thought Legacy of the Sith would be free, here comes the Digital Collector’s Edition. I’ll tell you what’s in it and what it will cost you. Also this week, our old pal Kai Zykken is sticking around for Legacy of the Sith, I’ll tell you how he’ll work in 7.0.And Finally, I’ll have another Story Project replay for you, and talk about the Republic's attempts to kick the Imps off of Balmorra.

This week on the show, Legacy of the Sith is almost here. I’ll get you caught up on what we're getting in 7.0, and a few things we’re not getting in 7.0.Just when you thought Legacy of the Sith would be free, here comes the Digital Collector’s Edition. I’ll tell you what’s in it and what it will cost you. Also this week, our old pal Kai Zykken is sticking around for Legacy of the Sith, I’ll tell you how he’ll work in 7.0.And Finally, I’ll have another Story Project replay for you, and talk about the Republic's attempts to kick the Imps off of Balmorra.

Episode 118: We Are Go For Launch!

This week on the show, Legacy of the Sith is officially delayed until February 15, 2022.Also this week, I'll talk about some important changes on how choosing Combat Styles will work for existing players in 7.0.And Speaking of Combat Styles – I’ll reveal the winners of the Opal Vulptilla giveaway and discuss your top Combat Style combinations. And finally this week, I have some tips on how to prepare for Legacy of the Sith. 

This week on the show, Legacy of the Sith is officially delayed until February 15, 2022.Also this week, I'll talk about some important changes on how choosing Combat Styles will work for existing players in 7.0.And Speaking of Combat Styles – I’ll reveal the winners of the Opal Vulptilla giveaway and discuss your top Combat Style combinations. And finally this week, I have some tips on how to prepare for Legacy of the Sith.

Episode 117: Legacy of the Sith - Delayed!

This week on the show, BioWare held a livestream to talk about the places we’ll go and the people we’ll see in Legacy of the Sith. I talk about these exotic worlds and all of the new and returning characters we’ll meet.Also this week, I talk about the biggest decision you’ll have to make right when the expansion hits – Choosing your combat styles.And finally, you may have heard rumors or seen pictures of a shiny new Vulptilla mount. Well, it’s all true and I’ll be giving away three of them to three of you. Listen to find out how you can win one.

This week on the show, BioWare held a livestream to talk about the places we’ll go and the people we’ll see in Legacy of the Sith. I talk about these exotic worlds and all of the new and returning characters we’ll meet.Also this week, I talk about the biggest decision you’ll have to make right when the expansion hits – Choosing your combat styles.And finally, you may have heard rumors or seen pictures of a shiny new Vulptilla mount. Well, it’s all true and I’ll be giving away three of them to three of you. Listen to find out how you can win one.

Episode 116: Legacy of the Sith - People and Places!

This week on the show I talk about changes to gearing and itemization coming in 7.0. Is play what you want, now play what we want you to play? Tune in to find out. There are changes coming to Conquest. More points and fewer rewards? I think I got that right.And finally, I talk about the R4 Anomaly Operation, what’s happening with Tech Fragments, Dark vs. Light, Social rewards, and other random bits of news. 

This week on the show I talk about changes to gearing and itemization coming in 7.0. Is play what you want, now play what we want you to play? Tune in to find out. There are changes coming to Conquest. More points and fewer rewards? I think I got that right.And finally, I talk about the R4 Anomaly Operation, what’s happening with Tech Fragments, Dark vs. Light, Social rewards, and other random bits of news.

Episode 115: All About Gearing in 7.0!

I’ve been playing MMOs for 18 years now, and If I’ve learned anything over the course of that time - it’s that players don’t like it when you mess with their classes. We’ll take a look at what’s going with Combat Styles. In 7.0 our legendary characters will be able to obtain legendary gear. Details ahead. As you know, Star Wars the Old Republic turns ten and the sayings go – She may not look like much, but this baby’s got a few surprises left in her. I’ll talk about some huge quality of life changes coming in Legacy of the Sith. 

I’ve been playing MMOs for 18 years now, and If I’ve learned anything over the course of that time - it’s that players don’t like it when you mess with their classes. We’ll take a look at what’s going with Combat Styles. In 7.0 our legendary characters will be able to obtain legendary gear. Details ahead. As you know, Star Wars the Old Republic turns ten and the sayings go – She may not look like much, but this baby’s got a few surprises left in her. I’ll talk about some huge quality of life changes coming in Legacy of the Sith.

Episode 114: Weapons in Outfitter - 'Nuff Said!

This week on show, Legacy of the Sith is the next expansion for Star Wars: The Old Republic. It features a cool new system for your characters called Combat Styles. I’ll tell you everything we know about it so far. Also this week, Legacy of Sith includes new levels, a new story, a new Operation and more. I’ll tell you where we’re going, and who we’re fighting. Finally this week, it’s the Summer of SWTOR 2021 which means the Night Life Event is happening. I’ll tell you about some of the new rewards and prizes you can get. 

This week on show, Legacy of the Sith is the next expansion for Star Wars: The Old Republic. It features a cool new system for your characters called Combat Styles. I’ll tell you everything we know about it so far. Also this week, Legacy of Sith includes new levels, a new story, a new Operation and more. I’ll tell you where we’re going, and who we’re fighting. Finally this week, it’s the Summer of SWTOR 2021 which means the Night Life Event is happening. I’ll tell you about some of the new rewards and prizes you can get.

Episode 113: Legacy of the Sith

This week on the show. We are in week four of Galactic Season one. I’m enjoying it. It’s fun, but it’s long – and this where the grind begins. Also this week I’ll fire up the Wayback machine and continue my story project was we venture to Alderaan. And finally this week 2021 marks the 30th anniversary of Heir to the Empire. Where the BLEEP did all that time go.

This week on the show. We are in week four of Galactic Season one. I’m enjoying it. It’s fun, but it’s long – and this where the grind begins. Also this week I’ll fire up the Wayback machine and continue my story project was we venture to Alderaan. And finally this week 2021 marks the 30th anniversary of Heir to the Empire. Where the BLEEP did all that time go.

Episode 112: This is Where the Grind Begins

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State Of The Old Republic Podcast

This week on the show, Eric Musco is going AFK. I’ll to you why and what that means for news and information while he’s gone.Knights of the Fallen Empire was released in 2015, and it brought sweeping changes to the game. Was it a grand experiment, or was Fallen Empire meant to be a blueprint for all future content? I’ll share my thoughts on this later in the show.

This week on the show, Eric Musco is going AFK. I’ll to you why and what that means for news and information while he’s gone.Knights of the Fallen Empire was released in 2015, and it brought sweeping changes to the game. Was it a grand experiment, or was Fallen Empire meant to be a blueprint for all future content? I’ll share my thoughts on this later in the show.

Episode 74: The SWTOR That Almost Was

We're two weeks into the New Year and we finally have some news for Star Wars: The Old Republic. Game Update 5.7 is coming, and I’ll tell you what’s in it.While new content is sparse, I dive into old content as I search for the Holy Grail for altoholics. Playing all eight class stories as if it were one big story. I’ll have details on my journey thus far.Finally this week, I’ve been spending a lot of time in the new Yavin IV Warzone. I’ll give you some tips on how you can single-handedly turn the tide and win the day.

We're two weeks into the New Year and we finally have some news for Star Wars: The Old Republic. Game Update 5.7 is coming, and I’ll tell you what’s in it.While new content is sparse, I dive into old content as I search for the Holy Grail for altoholics. Playing all eight class stories as if it were one big story. I’ll have details on my journey thus far.Finally this week, I’ve been spending a lot of time in the new Yavin IV Warzone. I’ll give you some tips on how you can single-handedly turn the tide and win the day.

Episode 66: Execute Episode 66!

This week I take a look at some data-mined information for Knights of the Eternal Throne. Bioware released five music tracks from the game. I talk about the Victorious Pioneer's Armor Set. Finally, I explore the possibility of a new class in Knights of the Eternal Throne.

Episode 4: A New Class in KOTET?

This week the Summer of SWTOR is set to kick off with the Pirate Incursion on Dantooine. I’ll tell you when it’s coming and what to expect. Yarrr!The HK-55 Bonus chapter was a special subscriber reward that came out in 2016. Is it time to bring it back?Also this week WoW Classic is coming in August. As Star Wars: The Old Republic prepares to turn eight, do we need a SWTOR classic?And Finally this week, I talk about the web content roadmap, companion issues, Hard Mode Ops, and KOTOR movies rumors. 

This week the Summer of SWTOR is set to kick off with the Pirate Incursion on Dantooine. I’ll tell you when it’s coming and what to expect. Yarrr!The HK-55 Bonus chapter was a special subscriber reward that came out in 2016. Is it time to bring it back?Also this week WoW Classic is coming in August. As Star Wars: The Old Republic prepares to turn eight, do we need a SWTOR classic?And Finally this week, I talk about the web content roadmap, companion issues, Hard Mode Ops, and KOTOR movies rumors.

Episode 99: The Drouks of Hazzard!

This week, Marcus from the Working Class Nerds Podcast joins me to discuss the Spoils of War and our experience running the new Operation on Duxn.

This week, Marcus from the Working Class Nerds Podcast joins me to discuss the Spoils of War and our experience running the new Operation on Duxn.

Episode 101: Getting Our Duxn's in a Row

Spoils of War was revealed back in May. And after hearing what Eric and Charles had to say - My inventory grew three sizes that day.When I’m not podcasting, which has happened too much lately, I’m playing the game we all love. I'll talk a little about my time running Veteran Mode Ops. And finally this week, Star Wars Celebration Anaheim tickets are going, going, gone! I hope you got yours, and I’ll tell you if I got mine. 

Spoils of War was revealed back in May. And after hearing what Eric and Charles had to say - My inventory grew three sizes that day.When I’m not podcasting, which has happened too much lately, I’m playing the game we all love. I'll talk a little about my time running Veteran Mode Ops. And finally this week, Star Wars Celebration Anaheim tickets are going, going, gone! I hope you got yours, and I’ll tell you if I got mine.

Episode 100: Spoils of War!

This week Game Update 5.3 goes live. I review the patch notes and give you details on the new stronghold, Ops boss, and class changes.Mercenaries and Commandos are among the disciplines getting nerfed. For those of you sticking with those after 5.3, I’ve got some advice to help ensure these are the last of our nerfs.Do you use legacy weapons to add crystals and tuning to your individual characters collections? Well, those days may be over.Finally, Galactic Starfighter was the topic of the week on the forums. I share my thoughts on what I think needs to be changed.

This week Game Update 5.3 goes live. I review the patch notes and give you details on the new stronghold, Ops boss, and class changes.Mercenaries and Commandos are among the disciplines getting nerfed. For those of you sticking with those after 5.3, I’ve got some advice to help ensure these are the last of our <a href="http://nerfs.Do" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">nerfs.Do</a> you use legacy weapons to add crystals and tuning to your individual characters collections? Well, those days may be over.Finally, Galactic Starfighter was the topic of the week on the forums. I share my thoughts on what I think needs to be changed.

Episode 45: Just Die Casual

This week I talk to SWTORISTA about the SWTOR Community Fan table she's organized for Star Wars Celebration Chicago.Also this week, I talk about Guild Heraldry, the new Preview Window, and DYN's.Finally this week, Peter the Selkath from SWTOR Central interviewed Eric and Charles I'll talk about a few things they had to say about SWTOR.

This week I talk to SWTORISTA about the SWTOR Community Fan table she's organized for Star Wars Celebration Chicago. Also this week, I talk about Guild Heraldry, the new Preview Window, and DYN's. Finally this week, Peter the Selkath from SWTOR Central interviewed Eric and Charles I'll talk about a few things they had to say about SWTOR.

Episode 96: The Road to Celebration with SWTORISTA!

This week I talk about the recent CXP changes, how to apply for the Game Update 5.2 PTS, and I do a deep-dive on Chapter IV - Where Dreams Die.

Episode 24: Who's Down With CXP? This Whole Party!

Onslaught is the next expansion for Star Wars: The Old Republic. I’ll tell you all about the places you’ll go, the things you’ll do, and when you can do it.The SWTOR fan community was out in force in Chicago. I’ll tell you what we did to celebrate Star Wars and the Old Republic.Game Update 5.10.2 is out, 5.10.3 is close, I’ve got a contest winner to announce, and could a KOTOR movie be in the works? Maybe? Maybe not.

Onslaught is the next expansion for Star Wars: The Old Republic. I’ll tell you all about the places you’ll go, the things you’ll do, and when you can do it.The SWTOR fan community was out in force in Chicago. I’ll tell you what we did to celebrate Star Wars and the Old Republic.Game Update 5.10.2 is out, 5.10.3 is close, I’ve got a contest winner to announce, and could a KOTOR movie be in the works? Maybe? Maybe not.

Episode 98: Onslaught is Coming!

This week, things boiled over on the forums as a post about Valkorian's master plan clashed with another topic about feedback and criticism. I'll talk about why you don't need to storm the castle to provide negative feedback.Also this week Game Update 5.3 goes live on July 11th. I'll talk about what we know is coming in this update. Finally this week, Bolster was the big topic on the forum. I'll share my thoughts on whether it's too high, too low, or needed at all.

Episode 44: Storming the Castle

This week I’m joined by The SWTOR Guy to talk about the state of the economy, Star Wars: The Old Republic’s 6th Anniversary, and Star Wars in General.If you’ve been struggling with the Copero Flashpoint, I have some good news for you. The fix is in.Finally this week Rian Johnson revealed if his new trilogy will center around the Old Republic. I’ll tell you what he said later in the show.

This week I’m joined by The SWTOR Guy to talk about the state of the economy, Star Wars: The Old Republic’s 6th Anniversary, and Star Wars in General.If you’ve been struggling with the Copero Flashpoint, I have some good news for you. The fix is in.Finally this week Rian Johnson revealed if his new trilogy will center around the Old Republic. I’ll tell you what he said later in the show.

Episode 63: Talking Credits With The SWTOR Guy!

This week I take look back that year SWTOR had in 2016. Also, I talk about the passing of Carrie Fisher and how fans honored her in the Old Republic.

Episode 19: SWTOR 2016 - A Year in Review

This week I talk about server issues, Game Update 5.4, and the Crisis on Umbara story. Warning it's full of spoilers.

Episode 51: It's Time for the Alliance to End!

This week I review the Knights of the Eternal Throne cinematic and go over all the details for the expansion revealed on October 7th.

Episode 8: Knights of the Eternal Throne Unveiled

Darth Malgus

This week the State of the Old Republic Podcast turns one (Yay for me!) To celebrate I present to you a regular old show where I talk about upcoming changes to Unassembled Components. I also talk more about server merges. I take a look at the state of Conquest. Finally, I discuss the potential return of Darth Malgus.

Episode 49: The Return of Darth Malgus?

This week I'm joined by special guest Shintar. We talk about her blog, Going Commando, and her popular video series Pugging with Shintar.We also discuss a variety of topics including changes to Unassembled Components and Bolster, Master Mode Ops drops, the Umbara Stronghold, Legacy wide currency, and server merges.

Episode 48: Podcasting with Shintar

Knights of the Eternal Throne finally launches. I give you my spoiler-free thoughts on the story. I also give you my initial impression of Galactic Command, Uprisings, and Crew Skills.

Episode 15: KOTET's Second Act

On the show this week, BioWare held a short Live Stream where they talked about Game Update 5.7 and the upcoming Roadmap. I’ll tell you what Eric and Charles had to say.Is SWTOR Dying? Yeah, I’m going there and I’ll give you my thoughts on this highly debated topic.Game Update 5.7 is live. You already know what’s in it, but that’s not stopping me from reviewing the patch notes.And finally this week, I’ll continue my Story Project by talking about the dark and foreboding planet of Dromund Kaas.

On the show this week, BioWare held a short Live Stream where they talked about Game Update 5.7 and the upcoming Roadmap. I’ll tell you what Eric and Charles had to say.Is SWTOR Dying? Yeah, I’m going there and I’ll give you my thoughts on this highly debated topic.Game Update 5.7 is live. You already know what’s in it, but that’s not stopping me from reviewing the patch notes.And finally this week, I’ll continue my Story Project by talking about the dark and foreboding planet of Dromund Kaas.

Episode 67: Was it Over When Zakuul Sacked Coruscant?

Charles Boyd

This week I look at the new teaser trailer, the story live stream, A Mother's Hope by Drew Karpyshyn. I also talk companion and command crates, and I give you my final thoughts on Knights of the Eternal Throne.

Episode 14: Story Time With Charles Boyd

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