The Best Cats and Dogs in RPGs, and Nadia Wrote a Book!

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Nadia and Victor reveal their strict criteria for judging the best cats and dogs in RPGs, banning cat-eared ladies.

The episode begins with hosts Nadia Oxford and Victor Hunter introducing the topic of the best cats and dogs in RPGs, emphasizing they are focusing on four-legged companions or party members, not anthropomorphic characters. They outline criteria, banning submissions like Morgana from Persona 5 or cat-eared ladies. Nadia and Victor share personal picks, including Alfador from Chrono Trigger, Repede from Tales of Vesperia, and Pascal from Shin Megami Tensei. Community submissions are integrated, such as Blanca from Shadow Hearts Covenant and Boney from Mother 3. The conversation expands to include Pokemon like Litten and legendary beasts. Nadia announces her book, 'From Pixels to Prose,' discussing the challenges of writing and vulnerability in art. Victor reviews Dissidia Duodecim, criticizing its battle pass system for story progression. News segments cover Breath of Fire 4 on Steam, Crimson Desert sales, and R-Type Tactics. The episode concludes with nostalgic anecdotes about Canadian TV, including Polka Dot Door and Doctor Who scheduling.

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A warm RPG animal-companion chat wanders through Darquiln, Morimar, and one impossible-to-forget casserole.

Victor Hunter and co-host Nadia Oxford give RPG animals the spotlight, turning pet picks into a warm, character-minded detour through loyalty, wilderness, and beloved companions.

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You get RPG creature devotion, Nadia on Saber from Dragon Quest V, and a late detour into milk and cigarette casserole.

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