Today we’re joined by the one and only Mod Rice for a wide-ranging conversation about design, raids, skilling, and the little ingredients that make Old School… Old School. Expect thoughtful takes on how we decide what to build, why certain content resonates for years, and a few glimpses into Rice’s own RuneScape journey (and his love for Smithing)!

What to expect in this episode:

• Design values that age well: Balance, breadth, and letting players do “all the things” without forcing a specific specialisation.
• Raids & variety: What the team looks for in boss encounters and where skilling fits into big pieces of content.
• The Old School feel: What is Old School? Account progression choices and keeping a level playing field.
• Personal tangents: Hobbies, DIY rabbit holes, and how having an existential crisis can be good for you.

This episode was recorded on October 1st, 2025.

Coming up next: Solo Mission - December 21st

Someone said "I am rank 1 on Leagues" three times and suddenly SoloMission appeared, so we decided to take advantage of the moment and sit him down for a chat. SoloMission shares his thoughts on why simple concepts win, how to keep things watchable, and the art of turning a wild notion into a season people actually finish. We get into his fiercely competitive streak and what it takes to lock-in when its needed most. If you’re curious about how the modern creator scene has shifted since the 2019-2022 boom, and what it takes to stand out today, this episode is for you. We hope you enjoy the episode and you can look forward to Episode 7 with SoloMission on December 21st, followed by episodes with B0aty, Torvesta & Skill Specs, and Mod Ash!

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