♫ Napoleon in Egypt "Egyptian Campaign" By Tiffany Roman
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Pick the Next Extra History Series! "Environmental History"
It's time for our Extra History poll! Where you get to vote on what our next Extra History Series is about!
These four topics were selected from our "Environmental History" Patreon Suggestions and are listed in no particular order below.
American Bison: Slaughter and Steam Power
In the mid-19th century, estimates put the population of American Bison at 30-60 million. They were the most famous native mammal in the US and esse...
2023-05-30 03:48:12 +0000 UTC View PostA Race to Ancient Secrets - Extra History
French Savant Pierre-François Bouchard finding the Rosetta Stone is just the beginning of unlocking the secret language of ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics. Along with the efforts of Thomas Young, a polymath, Jean-François Champollion a talented linguist, and the discovery of the Philae Obelisk, the code was finally broken!
Looking for more one-off history stories? Then try out t...
2023-05-26 17:30:01 +0000 UTC View PostIndia's Myrmex Indikoi: Myth or History or BOTH?
Herodotus, the father of history, chronicled the cultures and customs of the ancient world. Including one of the giant gold-digging ants of India! Making us wonder... is this history, Myth or BOTH?
Looking for more folklore and mythical tales? Then try out the links below!
Orpheus Goes to Hell
"His Pants Full of Sh*t" - Napoleon in Egypt #5 - Extra History
Napoleon has left Egypt and General Jean-Baptiste Kléber is left in charge to "finish the job" per Napoleon's instruction. With the British on their heels, the Arabs revolting, and plague running through their ranks. Kléber will try to withdraw from Egypt and the directory will try to prosecute Napoleon for abandoning his post...but Napoleon has a plan.
Did we get something wrong in our "Napoleon in Egypt" video? Is there a particular character you wanted to hear more about? F...
2023-05-19 17:30:01 +0000 UTC View PostThe Hidden Price of Changing a Game - Extra Credits
It's hard to get people to accept change. So how can we make changes in a game without costing you your fan base and adding real value?
Looking for more Gaming design tips? Then try out the links below!
The Dev's Creed: Being Wrong is Essential I 2023-05-16 17:30:59 +0000 UTC View Post
The Extra History Suggestion Survey is OPEN until 5/21
Hello, You Amazing Patreon Members!
Our next Extra History theme is Environmental History!
We live in a moment of environmental crisis. Native plants and animals are on the decline, ecosystems are being upended, and warming oceans have caused coral reefs that were verdant only thirty years ago to become bleached and dead.
We know, we know—it's depressing.
But one of the best ways to put the present into perspective is to look at the past. So for this...
2023-05-14 07:30:01 +0000 UTC View PostBonaparte Bails - Napoleon in Egypt #4 - Extra History
Cairo has begun their revolt against the French and Napoleon is descending into darkness. He's issued extreme violence to be used, mass executions, and coined the term insurgents as he fights back against the uprising. Meanwhile, a Jihad has been proclaimed against French Troop and the bubonic plague sweeps through his forces. The French Republic of Egypt would not be an option and Napoleon did the only thing he could think of to save himself and his reputation. He left Egypt and his army beh...
2023-05-12 17:30:00 +0000 UTC View Post"...Goes to "Hell" - Extra Mythology
Orpheus was a world-class poet and bard. He was on the top of the world and engaged to a beautiful nymph named Eurydice. However, that's when tragedy struck! Eurydice dies and the only way to bring her back would be for Orpheus to delve into Hades to find her.
Looking for more folklore and mythical tales? Then try out the links below!
Defeat of the Nile - Napoleon in Egypt #3 - Extra History
While Napoleon has been working on "reforming" a country with political sidesteps, religious catering, and brute force. The British have been searching the seas for Napoleon's fleet. Destroying his vessels and skinking his funding to the bottom of the ocean. Leaving Napoleon and his army stranded in Egypt.
Did we get something wrong in our "Napoleon in Egypt" video? Is there a particular character you wanted to hear more about? Feel free to ask our Extra History writer Rob it 2023-05-05 17:30:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Save IRL Animals With Zelda at Matt’s Birthday Bash on 5/5!!
Hello Friends!
Come join Will, Matt, Zoey, and special guests on Twitch as they adventure through a crowd-controlled run of 7 different Zelda games on May 5th at 12 ET.
How will this work? Well, your donations through Crowd Control will enable you to cause chaos in Matt’s cu...
2023-05-04 17:31:00 +0000 UTC View Post...and how to fix them! - Extra Credits
It's ok to be wrong but everyone needs to learn how to fail faster because no idea is made fully formed. Your ideas can't be precious and your ego can't need protecting. Every failure is a chance to GET IT RIGHT! If everyone can be willing to commit the team will succeed.
Looking for more Gaming design tips? Then try out the links below!
It's Was Walpole!
Hello Lovely Patreon Members,
I'd like to announce that a brand-spanking new Walpole shirt is on its way to the store! However, we've been reluctant to release it because we've been having trouble picking THE PERFECT color.
That's where you all come in! We have two color options and one hive mind to decide on Walpole's fate. Dun Dun!
----------------------Walpole in Beautiful Blue--------------------
This shirt should be closer to our Blue Zoey shirt and ...
2023-05-01 17:30:01 +0000 UTC View PostBattle of the Pyramids - Napoleon in Egypt #2 - Extra History
Napoleon's army has been in the desert for a week. The troops are going mad and dying of thirst but Napoleon's ambition pushes them past the scattered bodies and into Cairo.
Did we get something wrong in our "Napoleon in Egypt" video? Is there a particular character you wanted to hear more about? Feel free to ask our Extra History writer Rob it HERE and get a shout-out i...
2023-04-28 17:30:01 +0000 UTC View PostThe Unkillable Cryptid - Extra Mythology
The unkillable American Cryptid lurks in the forest...
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Bigfoot I Baba Yaga I 2023-04-25 19:38:56 +0000 UTC View Post
Cosplaying Caesar - Napoleon in Egypt #1 - Extra History
The French invasion of Egypt vastly impacted Europe, Africa, and the middle east. However, Napoleon was not prepared for what he found when he lands in the ancient city of Alexandra.
Did we get something wrong in our "Napoleon in Egypt" video? Is there a particular character you wanted to hear more about? Feel free to ask our Extra History writer Rob it HERE and get a sh...
2023-04-21 17:30:01 +0000 UTC View PostCity Builders Breaking the Mold
Do mechanics limit our understanding of genre? Or can we re-invigorate and reinvent genres without harming the core of what players expect?
Is Tarkov the Future of MMO? I Cha$ing Nostalgia I 2023-04-18 18:20:34 +0000 UTC View Post
John Brown Wrap-up with Extra History LIES
Welcome Extra Historians to Lies, where we talk about the mistakes we made and the details we couldn't quite squeeze into our John Brown Series. With questions like, was John Brown really a debated hero or terrorist? What happened to Charles Sumner after the caning on the Senate floor? And how did conspiracy theories play a role in the civil war, how is everything connected?
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Pick the Next Extra History Series! "Industrialists"
It's time for our Extra History poll! Where you get to vote on what our next Extra History Series is about!
These four topics were selected from our "Industrialists" Patreon Suggestions and are listed in no particular order below.
Walt Disney: A World of Color
Perhaps more than any 20th-century person, Walt Disney was an icon. A man who profoundly shaped American culture, business, and self-image, he brought animation into...
2023-04-14 16:48:20 +0000 UTC View Post♫ John Brown "John Brown's Song" By Tiffany Roman
Watch the video HERE and download the song below.
The American Revolution’s Forgotten War Crime - Extra History
The Massacre at Gnadenhutten, Ohio is the lesser-known and brutal slaughter of The Moravian Indians. These Men, women, and children who practiced Christianity and pacifism suffered at the hands of the Pennsylvania militia. Who invaded their village and slaughtered the 28 men, 29 women, and 39 children who remained praying and singing hymns throughout their execution. A moment in history that should not be forgotten.
2023-04-07 17:30:01 +0000 UTC
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The Extra History Suggestion Survey is OPEN until 4/12
Hello, You Amazing Patreon Members!
Our next Extra History theme is Industrialists!
Ah, the Gilded Age. A time when titans of industry shaped the world, untouchable by any mortal or government. Andrew Carnegie was building skyscrapers into the sky (and accidentally drowning a town with his private lake). Edison was electrifying America (and occasionally elephants). And of course, how could we forget the unconventional car magnate who bought a popular media outlet ...
2023-04-05 19:45:22 +0000 UTC View Post...and Why the Wizard Didn't Stop It! - Extra Mythology
There have been countless tellings of the story of King Arthur and Merlin BUT why would this all-powerful magical guy submit to his own death?
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2023-04-04 17:30:00 +0000 UTC View PostBattle Hymn of the Republic - John Brown #5 - Extra History
John Brown is cornered at Harpers Ferry and Robert E Lee's army rushes the armory doors. He died to make men holy, let us die to make men free, While God is marching on. Glory, glory, hallelujah.
Did we get something wrong in our "John Brown" video? Is there a particular character you wanted to hear more about? Feel free to ask our Extra History writer Rob it HERE and ge...
2023-03-31 17:30:01 +0000 UTC View Post6PM PST Extra Credits Q&A - 2023 Q1
It's the First Q&A of the year and we will be doing our Livestream with Matthew Krol [Show-runner / Executive Producer], Robert Rath [Extra History Writer], Ali R Thome [Extra History Artist], Jordan Martin [Extra Mythology Artist] and Kat Rider [ Social Media Director].
Make sure to post your questions HERE for the gang ahead of time (or during the event) so people can upvote them. We will do our ...
Phone Wallpapers!
Hello Patreons!
Our V.I.C. (Very Important Cat) Zoey has been working on some awesome new rewards for all of you. With this one, she's requested to be featured front and center on YOUR very own phone! That's right we got phone wallpapers for everyone!
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2023-03-29 17:30:01 +0000 UTC
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How Extraction Looters Could Save a Genre - Extra Credits
How are Tarkov-like games the answer to the future of the declining MMO Genre?
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Come Get'em! Store Discounts & a New Pin Preorder!
Hello, all you lovely Patreons!
Thanks so much for voting our brand spanking new Joan of Arc pin into the store. As an added bonus we've made ALL of our pins available for the next month! So make sure to pick up any you missed out on throughout the year because we will be removing them after April.
2023-03-27 17:30:01 +0000 UTC
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The Raid on Harper’s Ferry - John Brown #4 - Extra History
It's time for a revolution. John Brown has used his funding from the Secret Six to collect guns and begin his guerrilla war against slavery. With the help of his sons, Shields Green, Louis Sheridan Leary, John Anthony Copeland JR, Osborne Perry Anderson, Dangerfield Newby & Harriet Tubman, he would seize the Federal Arsenal and hold it. Beginning the fight that is now called Bleeding Kansas.
Did we get something wrong in our "John Brown" video? Is there a particular characte...
2023-03-24 17:30:01 +0000 UTC View PostFind Extra Credits at Pax East!
The EC Crew is heading down to Boston for PaxEast this week. We will be hosting TWO panels at the event.
On Friday at 3:00 PM EST in the Dragonfly Theater, we will host a special Pokémon Scarlet Edition of Design Club Live! With appearances by our Showrunner Matthew Krol, Game Designer Geoffrey Zatkin, FilmJoy’s Mikey Neumann, & Social Media Director Kat Rider.
This event will also be streamed by Pax. So if you’re unable to make it in person you can always catch us ...
2023-03-22 17:18:01 +0000 UTC View Post