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The Pine Springs Chronicles – 004: You Got A Friend In Me
May 27, 2024 06:00 - 63.6 MBThe fourth and final part of The Pine Springs Chronicles preview is here! We hope you enjoy the prelude episodes and head over to our Patreon page to continue listening and find some other exclusive content you might enjoy. Cast Credits Katherine Czerwinski as The Keeper John Harju as Harvey Dave Clements as Nico JM Bilezikian as Weston Amanda Clements as Chelsea Josiah Crandall as Victor Celeste Mora as Kenzie Edited by Katherine Czerwinski
The Pine Springs Chronicles – 003: Save The Cows
May 13, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 61 MBIt's the third part of The Pine Springs Chronicles! This will be an ongoing Sidequest that Squid is running using the Monster of the Week RPG system. The first few episodes will be released here and on our Patreon, as this Sidequest will become a Patreon exclusive. We hope you enjoy the prelude episodes and head over to our Patreon page to continue listening and find some other exclusive content you might enjoy. Cast Credits Katherine Czerwinski as The Keeper John Harju as Harvey Dave C...
The Pine Springs Chronicles: 002 – Bottom of the Pitcher
April 22, 2024 06:00 - 5 MBIt’s the second preview episode of The Pine Springs Chronicles! This will be an ongoing Sidequest that Squid is running using the Monster of the Week RPG system. The first few episodes will be released here and on our Patreon, as this Sidequest will become a Patreon exclusive.
The Pine Springs Chronicles – 002: Bottom of the Pitcher
April 22, 2024 06:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBIt’s the second preview episode of The Pine Springs Chronicles! This will be an ongoing Sidequest that Squid is running using the Monster of the Week RPG system. The first few episodes will be released here and on our Patreon, as this Sidequest will become a Patreon exclusive.
The Pine Springs Chronicles – 001: Spring Anew
March 25, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 51.3 MBJoin us for the premiere of The Pine Springs Chronicles! Our Monster of the Week Sidequest kicks off as old friends reunite in a small Colorado town.
The Pine Springs Chronicles: 001 – Spring Anew
March 25, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 50.6 MBWelcome to the first episode of The Pine Springs Chronicles. This will be an ongoing Sidequest that Squid is running using the Monster of the Week RPG system. The first few episodes will be released here and on our Patreon, as this Sidequest will become a Patreon exclusive. We hope you enjoy the prelude episodes and head over to our Patreon page to continue listening and find some other exclusive content you might enjoy. Cast Credits Katherine Czerwinski as The Keeper John Harju as Harvey...
C1-110: The Epilogues
January 22, 2024 06:30 - 9 minutes - 8.59 MBThe search for more information regarding Kerrek and his whereabouts ensues.
C1-109: It’s Over
January 08, 2024 06:00 - 50 minutes - 69.2 MBKerrek has arrived… which means the end.
C1-108: Come Thou Font of Shadows
November 29, 2023 06:30 - 1 hour - 93.8 MBThe search for more information regarding Kerrek and his whereabouts ensues.
C1-107: Me & The Cat Need Alone Time
November 13, 2023 06:00 - 2 hours - 168 MBThe search for more information regarding Kerrek and his whereabouts ensues.
The Pungeon – Halloween 2023
October 30, 2023 12:47 - 1 hour - 185 MBJosiah takes the DM chair for this special episode and takes some of the crew on a weird ride with our special guest, Ben Avery, from Strangers & Aliens. Episode Engineer: Josiah Crandall
C1-106: Worcestershire
October 09, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 121 MBThe search for more information regarding Kerrek and his whereabouts ensues.
C1-105: We’re Going to Eat Him?!
September 25, 2023 05:25 - 57 minutes - 79.2 MBParents have been saved, a daughter has been found, and Callum’s ready to cross Kerrek off the list… but there’s still more to learn before that can happen.
C1-104: We Only Have Babies On Tuesdays
September 18, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 137 MBThe search for more information regarding Kerrek and his whereabouts ensues.
C1-103: Delicious Hot Water
August 07, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 101 MBAfter the kurfuffle at Lenny's and the revelation that Aelin's parents are, in fact, alive, the party decides to search out another familiar face to suss out more information about Kerrek. Meanwhile, Emrine and Meira form a most reluctant partnership. We recorded this as part of the Geek Devotions livestream event, Operation 501, which assisted in raising money for them to become a non-profit organization. We're so incredibly happy to be involved with them. If you don't already, please check...
C1-102: Everybody Gets A Parent
July 31, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 98.5 MBThe party comes face to face with Zaos in the cathedral and things don't go quite as planned.
C1-101: Totally Difficult Boss Fight
June 26, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 94.1 MBThe party comes face to face with Zaos in the cathedral and things don't go quite as planned.
C1-99: Would It Also Be Invisible?
June 15, 2023 02:35 - 52 minutes - 83.4 MBHaving had enough of... just about everything, the party decides to time to take action. But first: shopping. (But it's not really a shopping episode. Only a little.)
C1-099: Would It Also Be Invisible?
June 15, 2023 02:35 - 52 minutes - 83.4 MBHaving had enough of... just about everything, the party decides to time to take action. But first: shopping. (But it's not really a shopping episode. Only a little.)
C1-98: Stumblefoot Had A Child with Lolth‽
June 05, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 95.4 MBWilder awakens very confused from a nightmare, Meira is flummoxed by their lack of plans, Aelin binds her first soul as the Aspect of Death, and a friend sacrifices themselves.
C1-098: Stumblefoot Had A Child with Lolth‽
June 05, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 95.4 MBWilder awakens very confused from a nightmare, Meira is flummoxed by their lack of plans, Aelin binds her first soul as the Aspect of Death, and a friend sacrifices themselves.
C1-97: Pinochle
May 15, 2023 06:00 - 5 MBA disagreement over the soul stone breaks out and Aelin takes charge.
C1-097: Pinochle
May 15, 2023 06:00 - 5 MBA disagreement over the soul stone breaks out and Aelin takes charge.
C1-96: Oh No…
May 08, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 97.2 MBThis one is just tough for Emrine, folks. The upside is that she's back with Wilder and Pough, but - woof - she has quite the conversation with Aelin's assistance.
C1-096: Oh No…
May 08, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 97.2 MBThis one is just tough for Emrine, folks. The upside is that she's back with Wilder and Pough, but - woof - she has quite the conversation with Aelin's assistance.
C1-095: Getting A Head of Things
May 01, 2023 06:00 - 58 minutes - 80.5 MBAs Towerfall continues to be ravaged, Pough deftly makes his way back to Castle Sterkur in an attempt to reunite with the party. Meanwhile, Emrine has an unexpected reunion. Content Warning Graphic Violence: 37:02 - 37:27Implications of Domestic Abuse: 47:45 - 47:52 Episode Engineer: Dave Clements Music & Sound Effects: Source Audio | Zapsplat | Tabletop Audio Become a Patron to hear unedited audio, exclusive episodes, access to live sessions and join our Discord!
C1-95: Getting A Head of Things
May 01, 2023 06:00 - 58 minutes - 80.5 MBAs Towerfall continues to be ravaged, Pough deftly makes his way back to Castle Sterkur in an attempt to reunite with the party. Meanwhile, Emrine has an unexpected reunion. Content Warning Graphic Violence: 37:02 - 37:27Implications of Domestic Abuse: 47:45 - 47:52 Episode Engineer: Dave Clements Music & Sound Effects: Source Audio | Zapsplat | Tabletop Audio Become a Patron to hear unedited audio, exclusive episodes, access to live sessions and join our Discord!
C1-094: I’m Not Emotionally Prepared for This
April 24, 2023 06:00 - 47 minutes - 75.6 MBEmrine chases Rhoda's essence, which is being carried by Meira. Wilder panics about his encounter with Zaos and Aelin's current state. In short, chaos has come to Towerfall and the no one is safe.
C1-94: I’m Not Emotionally Prepared for This
April 24, 2023 06:00 - 47 minutes - 75.6 MBEmrine chases Rhoda's essence, which is being carried by Meira. Wilder panics about his encounter with Zaos and Aelin's current state. In short, chaos has come to Towerfall and the no one is safe.
C1-93: But Am I “Dead” Dead?
April 17, 2023 06:00 - 45 minutes - 70.2 MBThe man in yellow, Zaos, arrives after being summoned by an incredibly desperate Wilder, therein increasing pandemonium among an already tumultuous Towerfall.
C1-093: But Am I “Dead” Dead?
April 17, 2023 06:00 - 45 minutes - 70.2 MBThe man in yellow, Zaos, arrives after being summoned by an incredibly desperate Wilder, therein increasing pandemonium among an already tumultuous Towerfall.
C1-092: As Above, So Below
April 10, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 92.8 MBThe pursuit of Lars continues as the apocalypse literally erupts in Towerfall and hard conversations (and decisions) begin.
C1-92: As Above, So Below
April 10, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 92.8 MBThe pursuit of Lars continues as the apocalypse literally erupts in Towerfall and hard conversations (and decisions) begin.
C1-091: A Door Is Like A Wall That Opens
April 03, 2023 06:00 - 56 minutes - 77.2 MBEmrine encounters an unexpected aftermath and Callum is reminded of an agreement he made in the past.
C1-91: A Door Is Like A Wall That Opens
April 03, 2023 06:00 - 56 minutes - 77.2 MBEmrine encounters an unexpected aftermath and Callum is reminded of an agreement he made in the past.
C1-90: Fall of the House of Firmstone – Pt 2
March 27, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBBastite's assassins, Meira, S.E.A.N., and Coil, continue their duties after infiltrating their first target and uncovering strange happenings within Towerfall.
C1-090: Fall of the House of Firmstone – Pt 2
March 27, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBBastite's assassins, Meira, S.E.A.N., and Coil, continue their duties after infiltrating their first target and uncovering strange happenings within Towerfall.
C1-89: Fall of the House of Firmstone – Pt 1
March 20, 2023 06:00 - 56 minutes - 78.1 MBIn another part of Towerfall, three mercenaries - Meira, Coil, and S.E.A.N. - are hired to help Bastite tie up some loose ends. Episode Engineers: John Harju & Dave Clements Music by Tabletop Audio & PodcastMusic.com Thanks to Amanda and Oliver for lending their voices to this episode. Join our Patreon to be considered future special episodes!
C1-089: Fall of the House of Firmstone – Pt 1
March 20, 2023 06:00 - 56 minutes - 78.1 MBIn another part of Towerfall, three mercenaries - Meira, Coil, and S.E.A.N. - are hired to help Bastite tie up some loose ends. Episode Engineers: John Harju & Dave Clements Music by Tabletop Audio & PodcastMusic.com Thanks to Amanda and Oliver for lending their voices to this episode. Join our Patreon to be considered future special episodes!
C1-088: We’re Going To Kill Dave
March 13, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 116 MBWith a confused Aelin now back with them, the gang heads to the Thieves' Guild to check in with Kai.
C1-88: We’re Going To Kill Dave
March 13, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 116 MBWith a confused Aelin now back with them, the gang heads to the Thieves' Guild to check in with Kai.
C1-087: More Than Meets The Pie
February 27, 2023 06:00 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MBAwaking in Ultha Orthead, the party makes a plan to kill Lars Towerfall for the Drow and reunites with Aelin in a most unexpected way.
C1-87: More Than Meets The Pie
February 27, 2023 06:00 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MBAwaking in Ultha Orthead, the party makes a plan to kill Lars Towerfall for the Drow and reunites with Aelin in a most unexpected way.
C1-86: I Went to Ultha Orthead & All I Got Was This Shirt
February 20, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 84.6 MBWith Aelin missing, the remainder of the party - Callum, Orbog, Wilder, Pough, and Gheroth - head to Ultha Orthead to warn the Drow of Lars Towerfall's impending attack. A farewell is made and a clearer vision of the finish line might just be in sight. Episode Engineer: Dave Clements Music & Sound Effects: Source Audio Become a Patron to hear unedited audio, exclusive episodes, access to live sessions and join our Discord!
C1-086: I Went to Ultha Orthead & All I Got Was This Shirt
February 20, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 84.6 MBWith Aelin missing, the remainder of the party - Callum, Orbog, Wilder, Pough, and Gheroth - head to Ultha Orthead to warn the Drow of Lars Towerfall's impending attack. A farewell is made and a clearer vision of the finish line might just be in sight. Episode Engineer: Dave Clements Music & Sound Effects: Source Audio Become a Patron to hear unedited audio, exclusive episodes, access to live sessions and join our Discord!
C1-85: Mikkee Mindflayer
February 13, 2023 06:00 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MBThe gang runs into some weirdness at Felix's house, Callum finds a new magic item, and Emrine has a heart-to-heart with one of her own.
C1-085: Mikkee Mindflayer
February 13, 2023 06:00 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MBThe gang runs into some weirdness at Felix's house, Callum finds a new magic item, and Emrine has a heart-to-heart with one of her own.
C1-84: Mostly Ghostlies
February 06, 2023 06:00 - 5 MBAs we close out the 2022 season, Josiah takes the DM seat and leads Steve (Wow), John (Tawnka), and Dave (Pepper) into a winter wonderland... of death! Or something like that.
C1-084: Mostly Ghostlies
February 06, 2023 06:00 - 5 MBAs we close out the 2022 season, Josiah takes the DM seat and leads Steve (Wow), John (Tawnka), and Dave (Pepper) into a winter wonderland... of death! Or something like that.