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Shining Kingdoms: Goblin First Look! (PF2E)

June 04, 2025 • Obligatory Media

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Well met, goblins! 👹 We are back, this time picking apart Paizo's brand-new Pathfinder 2E book, "Shining Kingdoms." Is this tome a treasure trove of classic fantasy goodness, or does it feel like something we've looted before?

Join us as we give our first reactions to this hefty book, diving deep into its lore-to-crunch ratio, the "John Fantasy" nature of its regions, and whether it's a must-buy for players and GMs. Eric shares his... reservations about Paizo stepping back into very traditional fantasy, while Robert sees its value as a potential "gateway drug" into Golarion.

We'll ransack the gazetteers 🗺️, inspect the new player archetypes (are they distinct enough?), and, of course, discuss the most important question: how cool is that Crocodile Dragon?! 🐊 Plus, hear our thoughts on token dragons, the art and layout, and whether this book truly offers actionable content for your campaigns.

So grab your sharp things , pour some rum , and tune in to see if "Shining Kingdoms" gets the Goblin Salvage Rites seal of approval! 👍