Jo sits down with Michael from Weathered Dragon, a true craftsman who turned a personal Dungeons & Dragons passion project into some of the most stunning custom gaming tables on the market. From his Gen Con beginnings to barstool-height builds that actually save your back, Michael shares the journey of bringing artistry, woodworking, and community into every design.

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• Opening spark – Jo recalls spotting Weathered Dragon’s booth at Gen Con and instantly knowing it was “a table made for people like me.”
• From hobby to business – Michael explains how his Harbinger game table, built just for his family, launched a full-time craft.
• Gen Con lessons – From bad booth locations to building crowd energy, Michael breaks down the chaos of con life.
• Craft vs. commerce – Why Weathered Dragon tables blow away overpriced competitors, and what makes Michael’s barstool-height model unique.
• Passion for the build – Michael talks woodworking roots, dry-brush weathering, and why each table is one-of-a-kind.
• Community over sales – Customers become friends, even flying him out to California to play on their inaugural table.
• Advice to younger self – “Keep pushing through setbacks. Take the punches, then come back swinging harder.”