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V: Dimansion of the Tectomancer - Chatper IX

Gashana starts a firefight, Omid watches too much pro wrestling, and Row tries to keep things together. When the way forward seems obscured by illusion, what else is there to do but play your own games of light and shadow?

Status Report!

Hello, ChimaeraCats! Apologies for the lack of posted episodes over the last few weeks. I (J.D.) have been finishing my thesis and traveling home. While I hadn’t intended on these activities interfering with the podcasts’s release schedule, the additional editing needed to work around technical issues we’ve had since my move proved too much for my available time. Since I’m currently lacking the equipment I need to finish editing, once again there will not be an episode this week. I again ap...

V: Dimansion of the Tectomancer - Chapter VIII

Faced with the crumbling facade of the Dimansion, our heroes decide to push forward one way or another. Though no path in this place meanders without intrigue and obstacle.

V: Dimansion of the Tectomancer - Chapter VII

The crew meet Ypsilanti's apprentice and obtain the first real insight into how to progress toward their goal. Unfortunately for them, the facade of the Dimansion begins to unravel and the portents get very grim indeed.

V: Dimansion of the Tectomancer - Chapter VI

Gashana, Omid, and Row sit down to dinner where the conversation gets a little personal. Then they get some much needed rest before deciding on their next course of action.

V: Dimansion of the Tectomancer - Chapter V

Row, Gashana, and Omid make their first steps in the halls of Ypsilanti's home, marked by a hospitable greeting and a hostile meeting.

C-Sides: Sprawl Pt. 1 - Viva Dos Vegas!

Our next installment of C-Sides takes us to the far-flung future of 199X wherein the roving desert city of Dos Vegas drips with sin, excess, and microwavable Jamaican-inspired “food” as we play the PBTA cyberpunk RPG Sprawl.

V: Dimansion of the Tectomancer - Chapter IV

Gashana, Row, and Omid play shadow puppet theater as they puzzle over how they can enter the Dimansion itself.

V: Dimansion of the Tectomancer - Chapter III

Omid, Gashana, and Row continue to explore Ypsilanti's domain as well as their trust in each other.

V: Dimansion of the Tectomancer - Chapter II

Gashana, Omid, and Row make their way across the riverlands and glimpse the distinctive work of the wizard they are seeking. The exploration of Ypsilanti's domain begins. The full custom move used in this episode can be found in this episode's comments.

V: Dimansion of the Tectomancer - Chapter I

Our heroes undertake a perilous journey from the rocky coasts of their heist to the riverlands where they seek Ypsilanti's Dimansion. The locals are not pleased at their arrival.

V: Dimansion of the Tectomancer - Chapter 0

Apologies for the audio in this episode. We had a problem with our setup during this recording that we did not realize until much later. I'm labeling this Chapter 0 because, while it establishes details that will return later, it can be skipped with regards to the main adventure if the audio problems are an issue. I will provide a summary in the comments of the episode (and eventually plan to have a full transcript). I hope the issues aren't too distracting, though, because while it might sta...

Dogs in the Vineyard Pt. 3

Things get heated as Oak and Austin make their way to Archibald's house and discover how close the town has really gotten.

Dogs in the Vineyard Pt. 2

Brother Oak and Brother Austin meet the townsfolk of Willow Bluff and begin their Dogly duties. They also take time to enjoy some delicious food and a beautiful waterfall. This place seems wonderful, doesn't it?

The Dimansion of Ypsilanti the Tectomancer - Introduction

Our Second Cycle around our Dungeon World table begins with Series V, entitled "The Dimansion of Ypsilanti the Tectomancer." Here, we meet our new party: Gashana the formerly enslave elvish princess Immolator, Omid the Mage running from the Ashkeshahri Empire, and Row the guerrilla Battlemaster still fighting a lost war. Normally, we also ask questions setting up the coming campaign, however the original recording was distorted due to an electronic problem. So we have re-recorded this introdu...

Dogs in the Vineyard Pt. 1

Welcome to fantasy Utah. We open up our new series with Brother Oak and Brother Austin as we follow their development at Dogs for the Lord of Life.

The Dragon's Den

After failing many rolls and gaining plenty of XP dealing with technical issues, we're back up and running! We've successfully passed the GM role completely around our table, so we decided it was time to reflect. In the Dragon's Den, we discuss our previous Cycle of Dungeon World games, our plans for the future of ChimaeraCast, and come up with the new Chimaera uniform. Next Wednesday, we begin the Second Cycle with Series V!

01 August 2018 Technical Issues Update

Series IV - Chapter XII

There is no two ways about this: blood is spilt, much is sacrificed, and our heroes are pushed beyond their limits. Some folks might call this episode a final battle. Let's see who makes it out alive and un-bwaped.

Series IV - Chapter XI

The gang begin trying to assemble the Tusk to try and exit through the lower depths of the tower. Amar is forced to show his leadership, Kile works in perfect tandem with her companions, and Sanagar gets a splitting headache...

Series IV - Chapter X

Amar has to enter diplomatic negotiations with the leader of the tusk of sorrow while the others lay in wait. There is blood drawn, moves met, and a custom move that determines the fate of the gang.

Series IV - Chapter IX

The gang makes their way out of the deep depths of Avtale's tribute room and into tower proper. Amar blazes the path forward as Kile and Sanagar are forced to use sneakier techniques. We learn more about the tusk, its people, and the hopeful role Amar will play in changing their fate.

Series IV - Chapter VIII

Sanagar, Kíle, and Amar plunge deeper into the ground as they head to find the tusk and "the flowers." Kíle finally finds some coin, Amar wrestles a great warrior, and Sanagar sees a glimpse of his own death.

Series IV - Chapter VII

Sanagar, Amar, and Kíle confront the giant snake in the main chamber of the temple. To put it plainly, things get bloody fast and a certain toad man proves to be a powerful ally in death.

Series IV - Chapter VI

The Gang sets out to find "flowers" and the Tusk of Sorrow. They make a detour and a new friend, they open up to each other, and they get down and dirty with some toad men.

Series IV - Chapter V

Kíle, Sanagar, and Amar find themselves at the mercy of Thorso (the capital of the swamp). They are forced to lie their way into the king's chambers which only further reveals the state of the Ghalls. The gang also really get a chance to show their personality in a more social session.

Series IV - Chapter IV

Amar and Sanagar set out from the breeding pools and on their way to Thorso. They meet Kíle, a native to the Ghalls and "help" her on a mission. Then the gang finally reach Thorso.

Series IV - Chapter III

Tokneq, Amar, and Sanagar meet Alba (the mysterious boatman) and travel further into the swamp in an attempt to reach the capital city Thorso. Things will never quite be the same.

Series IV - Chapter II

Our adventurers start to unravel what exactly is going on, try to rest under the vast open sky, and end up in deep waters with a mysterious boatman.

Series IV - Chapter I

Tokneq, Amar, and Sanagar set out Nairem to meet with Sanagar's brother to get information about the whereabouts of the Blood Moon Flower (and maybe an Army as well).

Series IV - Introduction

We begin our session by introducing Amar, Tokaneq, and Sanagar. We have a few establishing questions punctuated by the creation of a toad nation.

Series III - Chapter VIII

We learn the fate of Captain Eilis, Grieg comes face-to-face with way more gods than one should ever have to meet, and Nulsc puts himself in a spot.

Cartel One-Shot Pt. 2

The climactic finale to our bisected Cartel one shot! Ramon's day gets worse, and Mina works tenuously with the feds as Gustavo's world falls apart around him.

Series III - Chapter VII

The Scale of Zaffre is trapped and its crew fights for their lives. This isn't looking good.

Cartel One-Shot Pt. 1

Today we try out the fantastic narcofiction TTRPG by Mark Diaz Truman at Magpie Games! Described as a mishmash of Breaking Bad and Narcos, we have a blast shooting up police stations and comitting patricide. Check out the game at http://www.magpiegames.com/category/cartel/ Or back it on Kickstarter (ends 15 April 2018!) https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/marktruman/cartel-a-mexican-narcofiction-tabletop-roleplaying

Series III - Chapter VI

The crew of the Scale prepares for war. Eillis and Hrodgier exchange one final farewell. Battle is joined.

Series III - Chapter V

After staving off a potential mutiny, the crew of the Scale prepare for what may be their last fight.

Series III - Chapter IV

The PCs and their crew are being hunted by a faceless horror as they sail closer to their ultimate destination.

Series III - Chapter III

The gang gets sidetracked and discovers an island of lobster people

Series III - Chapter II

Nulsc does something stupid. Grieg attempts to help him out. Eilis keeps the ship under control.

Series III - Chapter I

The intrepid crew of the Scale of Zaffre are forced to deal with their less than welcome guests while a storm brews on the horizon.

Series III - Introduction

Here are the ship moves we're using.

Series II - Chapter VII

The climactic finale! The beguiling eye of the Shah, Iltani Evermind, confronts the party! Velo takes flight as Kuri and Silic stand stalwart against Sluzer's impending planar breach

Series II - Chapter VI

The penultimate episode! The party continues on in the labyrinth as Velo prepares for unwanted and unexpected company. Kuri pops off.

Series II - Chapter V

Nijaz, Kuri, and Silic plunge forward into the labrythine catacombs beneath The Castle. Nijaz keeps meeting old friends while Kuri and Silic discover Velo's secrets.

Series II - Chapter IV

After a brief respite in the throne room, the gang's progress is halted. Nijaz meets an old friend before Kuri and Silic become a little closer.

Series II - Chapter III

Kuri, Nijaz, and Silic enter the Castle of the Sweetened Angel, and learn the details of his extended life.

Series II - Chapter II

After shoring their barge; Kuri, Silic and Nijaz glimpse the maelstrom firsthand, and Kuri makes a new friend.

Series II - Chapter I

Nijaz the Wizard, Kuri the Necromancer, and Silic the Mage begin their journey to investigate an emerging cosmic threat.

Series II - Introduction

We introduce Nijaz the illusion-focused Wizard, Kuri the Necromancer, and Silic the Mage of the Tower.