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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Hello Hunters! In ep. 66 The Gaming Muse joins us again as we take another look at Bloodlust and compare the film to the novel, Demon Death Chase. www.patreon.com/VampireHunte... We will be off next week for the July 4th holiday weekend!

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Episode 66: Return to Bloodlust | Vampire Hunter D

Welcome to the frontier, hunters! In the 66th episode we're joined by The Gaming Muse again as we take another look at Bloodlust and compare

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

No podcast this week. Over on discord, we are taking questions on the manga adaptations and we'll be talking about them in future episodes. discord.gg/vampirehunterd Happy Monday Hunting everyone!

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Hello Hunters! We wind down our discussion around the recent interview with MAPPA about the business of making anime, digging into the fine details of what it takes to produce an anime film or show. www.patreon.com/VampireHunte...

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Episode 65: The Math Behind Producing A Show | Vampire Hunter D

Episode 65: The Math Behind Producing A Show by Vampire Hunter D on Patreon. Join Vampire Hunter D's community for exclusive content and updates.

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

"There's no show without the business." Following the money in the anime industry helps guide us. With fans asking for new animation, what's behind the scenes determines whether that will become a reality. MAPPA is charting a new path, is it the way forward? www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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Episode 62: The Economics of Anime Production | Vampire Hunter D

Episode 62: The Economics of Anime Production by Vampire Hunter D on Patreon. Join Vampire Hunter D's community for exclusive content and updates.

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Legacy and Future of VHD! Join our team as we discuss where we've been and where we're going from our WonderCon 2026 panel! www.patreon.com/posts/vampir...

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Vampire Hunter D: Legacy & Future | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Quick update. Hopefully the panel vid is ready for tomorrow/Saturday, plus chat with Ryan on comic progress. www.patreon.com/posts/wonder...

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WonderCon Panel Video and Ryan on Lefty Speaks | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Hello Hunters! In ep 56 we continue our talk with blacksmith Michael Allenson and get into Japanese swordsmanship, culture, and history. www.patreon.com/posts/episod... Join us on Discord! Let's talk crafting and art! discord.gg/vampirehunterd

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Episode 56: The Art of Japanese Swordsmanship w/ Mike Allenson | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Hello Hunters! We will be hosting a panel at WonderCon in Anaheim, CA on Saturday, March 28th at 4:30 PM. We'll be talking about all of the recent happenings in the VHD franchise, what we have coming up, and showing off some new artwork! wondercon2026.sched.com/event/2Iztt

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WonderCon 2026: Vampire Hunter D: The Legacy and Future

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Hello Hunters! We've always wanted to see D's sword get made, so we're talking with blacksmith Michael Allenson, about the craft of sword making. www.patreon.com/posts/episod... @brandoneaston.bsky.social @ninerealms.bsky.social @superneal.bsky.social

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Episode 54: Swordmaking w/ Mike Allenson | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Hello Hunters! We continue our discussion on the ups and downs of franchise stewardship. What happens when one strays from canon? We look at how works from Star Wars, Star Trek, and the bible were received by fans and critics. www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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Episode 52: Franchise Stewardship - To Canon or Not To Canon... | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Hello Hunters! Taking on stewardship of a beloved series is a huge responsibility. We take a look at how film franchises are managed, exploring both the excellent and not-so-excellent examples of how some well-loved franchises have been managed over the years. www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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Episode 51: Franchise Stewardship - Challenges, Mismanagement, and Corporate Directives | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Hello Hunters! Ep 50 is out & were talking about the machinations of evil empires in media. Complicity, fear, and tyranny are themes they all explore as these story examine the human condition. www.patreon.com/posts/episod... #vampirehunterd

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Episode 50: Evil Leaders and Their Rise to Power | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Hello Hunters! Ep 48 is out! We talk about evil empires in the VHD novels(mild spoilers from two of the novels). How does human nature and desperation impact people's morality on the Frontier? What roles to genetic manipulation and the rule of evil empires play? www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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Episode 48: Evil Empires (and how to find them) | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Hello Hunters! Join us for the final part of our discussion on art direction and design. We look at Star Wars and the Batman series Brandon Easton wrote! www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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Episode 47: From Star Wars to Batman (Art, Part 3) | Vampire Hunter D

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Brandon Easton @brandoneaston.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Voting for IYANU at the NAACP Image Award: 1️⃣ Click 👉 vote.naacpimageawards.net 2️⃣ Go to Outstanding Animated Series → VOTE Iyanu→ tap “All Categories” at the top 3️⃣ Go to Outstanding Children’s Program → VOTE Iyanu → tap “All Categories” at the top 4️⃣ Scroll down hit SUBMIT. #nigeria #blacksky

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Hello Hunters! Lots of stuff to sink your teeth into today! Want to join us for a community read/re-read and pick up all 30 English edition e-books for $11? Want to see some design art for the new comics? How about Ep. 46 of Lefty Speaks? All here!

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Hello Hunters! Let's talk about art! We take a look at the art that shapes the anime we love, including a special preview of art from the Vampire Hunter D comic! We showcase new art from Ryan Benjamin, and art from some of our favorite anime like Akira & Evangelion. www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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Episode 45: The Art of Vampire Hunter D and other Anime (Part 1) | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

Hello Hunters! We wrap our discussion on our favorite anime soundtracks and the lasting legacy of some iconic anime soundtracks, including Legend of the Galactic Heroes, and ending with perhaps the most recognizable, well known theme song of all time... www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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Episode 43: Cultural Significance of Anime Music | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

Hello Hunters! Lets talk about anime soundtracks and complex & deep role music plays in storytelling. We'll listen to and discuss samples of songs from Evangelion, Bleach, Escaflowne and more! www.patreon.com/posts/episod... @brandoneaston.bsky.social @ninerealms.bsky.social @superneal.bsky.social

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

Hello Hunters! Lets talk about music that touched our hearts. Listen along with us as we play and discuss songs that have touched us in our journey. www.patreon.com/posts/episod... @brandoneaston.bsky.social @ninerealms.bsky.social @superneal.bsky.social #vampirehunterd

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Episode 42: The Emotional Power of Music in Storytelling | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Hello Hunters! Let's talk about how music sets the tone, and the right music will make (or break) a scene. www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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Episode 41: Setting Tone with Music | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Hello Hunters! Music has shaped human history in many ways. J-Pop and K-Pop's influence continues to grow. www.patreon.com/posts/episod... Join us in discussing how anime and video game music has influenced the world and each of us individually. discord.gg/vampirehunterd

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Episode 40: Music as a Cultural Bridge | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 08/11/2025

Hello Hunters! We start our chat on music in anime and games. Music has meant so much to us throughout our lives and is absolutely essential in making a movie or show. Join us for Lefty Speaks, the musical edition. www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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Episode 39: Music and Composition for Film and Anime | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Hello Hunters! In Ep 37, we get into TTPRG systems, LARPs, and some upcoming Japanese TTRPG's that we're excited about being translated into English for the first time. www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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Episode 37: Tabletop RPGs, LARP, and J TRPGs | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

Hello Hunters! In the 36th episode we are joined by tabletop designers and writers John Wick (Legend of the Five Rings, 7th Sea) and Pat Edwards (The Red Opera, The Black Ballad, Universal Soldier RPG) to talk all about Tabletop Roleplaying Games, or TTRPGs. www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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Episode 36: Tabletop RPGs, Anime, and Dice Jail | Vampire Hunter D

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Storytellers Forge @stforgestudios.bsky.social · 24/08/2025

We were at Anime Magic this weekend! Come check out our booth tomorrow :) Our next con will be Matsuri Con on August 29th - 31st. #author #TTRPGCommunity #TTRPGMeme #convention #dayinalife #storytellersforge

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

Hello Hunters! Here's our tarot art and cards discussion and we want your ideas! The ⁠tarot-art channel on our discord is open, so have fun with brainstorming suggestions from wherever in the VHD universe your heart desires! BUT, no spoiler please! www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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Episode 32: Vampire Hunter D: Tarot and Mysticism Part 2 | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Hello Hunters! In the 30th episode, we continue the discussion into the video games we love, and how they've shaped our interests, including a love of vampires. www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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Episode 30: Video Games and Adaptations (Part 2) | Lefty Speaks: The Vampire Hunter D Podcast | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

Hello Hunters! Ep. 29 of Lefty Speaks is out! We dig into our love of video game and how they have shaped our interests and story telling. Chat with us on Discord about what video games influenced you! www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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Episode 29: Video Games and Adaptations (Part 1) | Lefty Speaks: The Vampire Hunter D Podcast | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

Hello Hunters! We continue our discussion about Castlevania - both the recent animated series on Netflix and the original video game series, its legacy, and how it was inspired by and evolved from Vampire Hunter D in many ways. www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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Episode 28: Castlevania & Vampire Hunter D (Part 2) | Lefty Speaks: The Vampire Hunter D Podcast | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 14/07/2025

Hello Hunters! We're talking about Castlevania - both the recent animated series on Netflix and the original video game series, its legacy, and how it was inspired by and evolved from Vampire Hunter D in many ways. www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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Episode 27: Castlevania & Vampire Hunter D (Part 1) | Lefty Speaks: The Vampire Hunter D Podcast | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

Hello Hunters! Ep. 26 of Lefty Speaks is out! We continue the discussion on adapting for animation, anime & comics, including how some of our favorite stories were adapted. www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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Episode 26: Adapting for Animation - Further Thoughts | Lefty Speaks: The Vampire Hunter D Podcast | Vampire Hunter D

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

Hello Hunters! Ep. 25 of Lefty Speaks is out! We continue our conversation with Roye Okupe, the creator of Iyanu, talking about adapting for animation and his journey as a storyteller. If you haven't seen Iyanu, go check it out on HBO Max. www.patreon.com/posts/episod... #vampirehunterd

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Episode 25: Adapting for Animation w/ Roye Okupe (2/2) | Lefty Speaks: The Vampire Hunter D Podcast | Vampire Hunter D

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Gehenna Gaming 🔜 Gen Con! @gehennagaming.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

Are you signed up to play Eldritch Automata at Gen Con yet? We have dozens of sessions with new and familiar Operations running. Come experience high-octane cosmic horror as a tortured mecha pilot this year in Indy! #gencon #ttrpgs #horrorgaming

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Vampire Hunter D @vhdtheseries.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

Hello Hunters! Ep 24 of Lefty Speaks is out! We sit down with Roye Okupe, the creator of Iyanu, to talk about adapting for animation. If you haven't seen Iyanu, go check it out on HBO Max. Roye is the Show Runner and Brandon Easton Head Writer for the series. www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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Episode 24: Adapting for Animation w/ Roye Okupe (1/2) | Lefty Speaks: The Vampire Hunter D Podcast | Vampire Hunter D

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