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monsters aliens and holes in the ground Experience PointsExperience Points has been nominated for an Ennie for Best RPG Related Product! "The working title for my book was Experience Points but in the end, I wound up calling it Monsters, Aliens, and Holes in the Ground, a title I think speaks more broadly to the act of playing RPGs, rather than their mechanics. Its not a gigantic guidebook to tabletop RPGs. Rather, it is a small collection of chapters that, for a variety of reasons, didnt appear in the
Experience Points has been nominated for an Ennie for Best RPG Related Product!
"The working title for my book was Experience Points...but in the end, I wound up calling it Monsters, Aliens, and Holes in the Ground, a title I think speaks more broadly to the act of playing RPGs, rather than their mechanics.
It’s not a gigantic guidebook to tabletop RPGs. Rather, it is a small collection of chapters that, for a variety of reasons, didn’t appear in the final book (and I would invite readers to give these chapters the same sort of charity they might give to the deleted scenes included on a DVD). Nevertheless, I felt, in some way, that they still merit the motivated reader’s attention. They add additional texture and context. They’re a little more relaxed, a little more reflective of my personal interests, a little less concerned with the big picture and what posterity might think."
-Stu Horvath, author
About the book:
These are the chapters cut from the full MIT Press encyclopaedic history of role playing games, Monsters, Aliens, & Holes in the Ground, written by Stu Horvath, co-host of the Vintage RPG Podcast.
In this companion zine, readers will find entries "a little more re-laxed, a little more reflective of [Horvath's] personal interests, a little less concerned with the big picture and what posterity might think." You'll find entries on Aftermath! Paranoia, Stonehell and others.
The Team:
Written and photographed by Stu Horvath
“Paranoia” chapter written by Ed Coleman
Cover illustration by Kyle Patterson
Layout and design by Derek Kinsman
Line editor: Orrin Grey
Copy editor: Jamie Springer
Fact checker: Joe DeSimone
40 pages, digest sized saddle-stitched zine. Color throughout, includes PDF.
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Size not as expected
Size: 11.5, Color: Grey
Ordered same size as I always do. Way too large. Size listed was off by a long shot
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Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Lightweight and True to Size — Best for Casual Use
Size: 9.5, Color: Navy, Size: 9.5, Color: Navy
It is nice to see the Amazon Essentials brand expand from household essentials to apparel and shoes.
I ordered the Amazon Essentials Men's Lightweight Knit Running Sneakers. The product is made in Vietnam and comes in a shoe box, which is nice. I've noticed that quite often, inexpensive shoes are delivered just in a plastic bag. The sneakers are ready to use and have no odors from glue, organic solvents, etc., which is common nowadays.
I wear a size 9W or 9.5. These sneakers are 9.5 and feel like a typical 9.5 size, without surprises. The product is advertised as lightweight, and it is true. Each shoe weighs below 0.6 lb (265 grams). Inside is soft memory foam; the shoes sit on the foot well, snug enough and comfortable, and are easy to put on and take off.
They seem like a good fit for spring and summer as casual footwear or for light gym use. The sole is simple and not designed for performance or high-impact activities. Overall, a solid, reasonably priced, comfortable everyday option, though not intended for serious running or training.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Budget buy while being as comfy and stylish as an expensive brand!
Size: 9.5, Color: Navy, Size: 9.5, Color: Navy
My 14 year old had been running his own business since he was 12. He does lawn care and snow removal. His go to shoes when it's too hot for his work boots has always been off brand hey d*de style ones which are terrible for that kind of work as they just don't have the ankle support.
He's also had some Orthopedic arch supports custom made for him through the DR in the last year that he needs to use in whatever shoes he's wearing at the time. So I've been on the search for a simple pair of slip on shoes that he could wear while working long hours around our community.
He's sent me this picture tonight before heading out. He said "I didn't feel like putting my arch supports in and these are so comfy that I don't even notice I don't have them!"
They are sharp looking shoes that really stand out as of they were A high end pair! It's great that they can be an every day style or could be more of a sport shoe as they have the support and padding for both options.
In our case they likely be green with in a day or two and it'll be interesting to see how well they wipe off between his work days. I can update this review once he's worn them a bit more.
For now they have been perfect for versatility, size was true to size (I did order 1/2 size up, but only did that because he's growing so fast!) and they are definitely a great fit to a budget!!!!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Perfect Lounge Pants
Size: 4X-Large, Color: Black Heather, Number of Items: 1
These pants are so soft and comfortable for wearing around the house. Light enough for wear during the summer and for layering in cooler temperatures. They stretch in all the right places for a very comfortable fit and are well made. Would definitely buy again.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Soft and Comfortable Lounge Pants
Size: Large, Color: Black, Number of Items: 1
These sweatpants are soft, comfortable, and great for lounging around the house or running quick errands. The fleece lining adds warmth without feeling too heavy, and the elastic bottoms give them a nice fit. The pockets are a great addition and are deep enough to hold everyday essentials.
The fit was true to size, and they've held up well through multiple washes. A comfortable pair of sweatpants for everyday wear.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2026