State Of The Old Republic Podcast

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!This week on the show, there is a new Subscriber Event happening right now. I’ll tell you all about how it works, how long it runs, and what kinds of cool rewards you can get.Also, this week, Galactic Season 9 is well underway. I’ll share my thoughts on running flashpoints, the new combat enhancers, and the rewards on offer this time around.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!This week on the show, Galactic Season 9 is inbound—and yes, Kai Zaiken needs our help testing his latest Flashpoint-enhancing concoctions. I’ll break down the wild buffs, the rewards, and some big upgrades to the Activity Finder that make running flashpoints better than ever.Also coming your way, I’ve got an update on SWTOR’s most anticipated feature—story content. I’ll share when the next two chapters are coming, and what we can expect from the return of Date Nights.And finally, Free-to-Play players rejoice - major accessibility changes are coming, plus a new Subscriber-only event packed with gameplay perks. I’ll also preview Feast of Prosperity rewards, Andor-inspired Cartel Market additions, more Character Modernizations, and everything else coming in 7.7.1. 

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!This week on the show – Game Update 7.6.1 is here and that means the start of Galactic Seasons 8 – Rising Powers. Get ready to go and run some Uprisings with a twist, thanks to everyone’s favorite galactic con-man – Kai Zaiken.Also, this week, I’ll have an update on where things stand with Character modernization. Let’s just say it’s very much a work in progress, but we’ll soon be able to check out changes on the PTS.And finally, if Galactic Seasons 8 weren’t enough to keep you busy, there is an abundance of other activities including – The Spring Abundance Festival, Dynamic Encounter Achievements, New skins for Bessie, and achievements for XR-53 Lair Boss. 

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!Art Modernization is a big part of 7.6. Tython, Korriban, and Ilum are looking great, but how about our characters? I’ll tell you about where we are with character modernization.Dynamic Encounters, the Lair Boss, new augments, and a new Comlink UI are all coming in 7.6. Story is not. I’ll tell you about the new features in this Game Update.Finally, this week, I’ll discuss Life Day, Cartel Mark additions and sales, and all of the other events happening in December.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!This week on the show, Broadsword held a livestream where they gave us a deluge of information on Game Update 7.6. I’ll tell you what’s up with the story, Dynamic Encounters, the Lair Boss, New augments, special mounts and so much more.Art Modernizations have been limited to environments, but now they’re coming to characters. I’ll tell you all about how they’re changing.Game Update 7.6 is coming in early December, but you can play most of it right now on the PTS. And you earn some cool rewards by doing it.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!This week on the show, I discuss the Q3 Producer’s letter, what was accomplished, and where I think the game might be headed in 2025.Also this week I take a look at Galactic Seasons 7, how it’s going, and what the heck happened with Preeda the Butcher.Finally, I talk about SWTOR coming to Mac, the Feast of Prosperity event, and say a few words about James Earl Jones.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!This week on the show – Galactic Seasons 7 is in full swing. I talk about the Bounty Event, the DvL Bosses, Season rewards, and more.Season 7 wasn’t the only thing that dropped with 7.5.1. I have updates on the new Twitch Drop and Gearing Progression.Finally this week, I look ahead to Game Update 7.6 and what we know.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!This week on the show – Game Update 7.5.1 – The Greatest Bounty goes live on August 20th. It has Galactic Seasons 7, New Date Nights, and Changes to Gearing. I’ll tell you all about that and more. Also, this week, SWTOR continues to move into the 21st century. This time with Twitch Drops. I’ll tell you about the cool new mount reward they're offering and how you can get it. And speaking of cool mounts, there is a new limited-time bundle you can purchase. I’ll tell you what’s in it, how much it costs, and if I think it’s a good deal.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!On this week's show, I'll preview Galactic Seasons 6, the Copero Stronghold, season rewards, Date Night with companions, and other things coming in Game Update 7.4.1 - Building a Foundation.A new rewards track called Ancient Armaments is getting added to the Daily Login calendar rotation. I’ll tell you what we’ll be getting from it – Spoiler Alert – its weapons and armor.Transfers to Shae Vizla are opening with 7.4.1. I'll review the special rules regarding transfers to this server.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!This week on the show, we’re going back to Copero, and we might not leave. Don’t worry, we’ll still be alive. I’ll explain what I mean.Also, this week, Date Night is coming to the Old Republic. I’ll tell you all about these special repeatable missions.Finally, this week, I’ll tell you about PvP Season 5, Game Update 7.5, and the big Cartel Market Sale happening right now. 

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!This week on the show – things may seem quiet in the game right now, but we’re about to go on information overload as Broadsword gets ready to host a live stream for Game Update 7.4.1.If you want to play on the new Shae Vizla you have to create a brand new character and start the game from scratch. Well, that’s all about change. Broadsword is opening up transfers.And finally, If you’ve ever struggled to find all of those datacrons, lore objects, and other secrets that are hiding in the galaxy, I want to tell you about a cool map project created by SWTORISTA and a player named Zahk.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!This week on the show, Game Update 7.4 – Chains in the Dark is now live. I’ll talk a little about the story, Kessen’s Landing, and the new gear grind. Also, this week, Star Wars: The Old Republic turns 12. I’ll talk about what that means, what kind of year the game had, and where it might be headed in 2024. And finally, this week Galactic Seasons Five is winding down. I finished it a few weeks ago, and I’ll share my thoughts on this latest season. 

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!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. 

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!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. 

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!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. 

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!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.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!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. 

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!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.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!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. 

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text!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.