Playing Games with Strangers

C1-110: The Epilogues

The search for more information regarding Kerrek and his whereabouts ensues.

C1-109: It’s Over

Kerrek has arrived… which means the end.

C1-108: Come Thou Font of Shadows

The search for more information regarding Kerrek and his whereabouts ensues.

C1-107: Me & The Cat Need Alone Time

The search for more information regarding Kerrek and his whereabouts ensues.

The Pungeon – Halloween 2023

Josiah 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

The search for more information regarding Kerrek and his whereabouts ensues.

C1-105: We’re Going to Eat Him?!

Parents 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

The search for more information regarding Kerrek and his whereabouts ensues.

C1-103: Delicious Hot Water

After 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

The party comes face to face with Zaos in the cathedral and things don't go quite as planned.

C1-101: Totally Difficult Boss Fight

The party comes face to face with Zaos in the cathedral and things don't go quite as planned.

C1-100: Did You Just Summon God?

Preparations continue...

C1-99: Would It Also Be Invisible?

Having 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‽

Wilder 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

A disagreement over the soul stone breaks out and Aelin takes charge.

C1-96: Oh No…

This 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.

C1-95: Getting A Head of Things

As 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!

C1-94: I’m Not Emotionally Prepared for This

Emrine 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?

The man in yellow, Zaos, arrives after being summoned by an incredibly desperate Wilder, therein increasing pandemonium among an already tumultuous Towerfall.

C1-92: As Above, So Below

The pursuit of Lars continues as the apocalypse literally erupts in Towerfall and hard conversations (and decisions) begin.

C1-91: A Door Is Like A Wall That Opens

Emrine 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

Bastite'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

In 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!

C1-88: We’re Going To Kill Dave

With a confused Aelin now back with them, the gang heads to the Thieves' Guild to check in with Kai.

C1-87: More Than Meets The Pie

Awaking 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

With 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

The 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

As 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.

🎄 The Reindeer Games (Christmas 2022)

As 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.

The Reindeer Games – Christmas 2022

As 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.

The Reindeer Games (Christmas 2022)

As 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.

C1-83: Mm-hm, Mm-hm, Mm-mm

83: Mm-hm, Mm-hm, Mm-mm

82: Hi, It’s Me, Callum

Pough wakes to find himself reunited with his brother and the party attempts to locate Jadis in order to return Orbog back to his former self. Episode Engineer: Dave "Mildly Tired" Clements Music by PodcastMusic.com and Tabletop Audio Thanks to Julie Earls, Aaron Peckham, Amanda Clements, Branson Boykin, Matthew Cosby, and Debbie Roth – our Blade-level patrons! Become a patron for as little as $1 for uncut sessions, exclusive content, and more! Maybe even the chance to play in a Patreon-ex...

C1-82: Hi, It’s Me, Callum

Pough wakes to find himself reunited with his brother and the party attempts to locate Jadis in order to return Orbog back to his former self. Episode Engineer: Dave "Mildly Tired" Clements Music by PodcastMusic.com and Tabletop Audio Thanks to Julie Earls, Aaron Peckham, Amanda Clements, Branson Boykin, Matthew Cosby, and Debbie Roth – our Blade-level patrons! Become a patron for as little as $1 for uncut sessions, exclusive content, and more! Maybe even the chance to play in a Patreon-ex...

C1-81: Ultha-Urtha… What’s This Place Called?

Emrine rescues Pough, Orbog has to come to terms with his encounter with Jadis, and Callum gets all of Arc 3 summed up for him.

81: Ultha-Urtha… What’s This Place Called?

Emrine rescues Pough, Orbog has to come to terms with his encounter with Jadis, and Callum gets all of Arc 3 summed up for him.

C1-80: I Have No Idea Who Any of These People Are

Gheroth continues proselytizing in the Underdark as a familiar Aasimar makes his way to Towerfall. Episode Engineer: Dave "The Procrastinator" Clements Playing Games with Strangers Theme - Club Mix by JS Earls and Steve Arthur Music by Podcast Music and Tabletop Audio Thanks to Julie Earls, Aaron Peckham, Amanda Clements, Branson Boykin, Matthew Cosby, and Debbie Roth – our Blade-level patrons! Become a patron for as little as $1 for uncut sessions, exclusive content, and more! Maybe even...

80: I Have No Idea Who Any of These People Are

Gheroth continues proselytizing in the Underdark as a familiar Aasimar makes his way to Towerfall. Episode Engineer: Dave "The Procrastinator" Clements Playing Games with Strangers Theme - Club Mix by JS Earls and Steve Arthur Music by Podcast Music and Tabletop Audio Thanks to Julie Earls, Aaron Peckham, Amanda Clements, Branson Boykin, Matthew Cosby, and Debbie Roth – our Blade-level patrons! Become a patron for as little as $1 for uncut sessions, exclusive content, and more! Maybe even...

C1-79: There’s A Whole Realm?!

A conversation with Jadis changes Orbog permanently, Emrine has unexpected interactions with Leona and Bastite, and Felix makes a wild discovery. Episode Engineer: Dave "Coffee Tastes Great" Clements Music by PodcastMusic.com and Tabletop Audio Thanks to Julie Earls, Aaron Peckham, Amanda Clements, Branson Boykin, Matthew Cosby, and Debbie Roth – our Blade-level patrons! Become a patron for as little as $1 for uncut sessions, exclusive content, and more! Maybe even the chance to play in a ...

79: There’s A Whole Realm?!

A conversation with Jadis changes Orbog permanently, Emrine has unexpected interactions with Leona and Bastite, and Felix makes a wild discovery. Episode Engineer: Dave "Coffee Tastes Great" Clements Music by PodcastMusic.com and Tabletop Audio Thanks to Julie Earls, Aaron Peckham, Amanda Clements, Branson Boykin, Matthew Cosby, and Debbie Roth – our Blade-level patrons! Become a patron for as little as $1 for uncut sessions, exclusive content, and more! Maybe even the chance to play in a ...

The House On Gallows Hill – Halloween 2022

Three children head out into the woods to find a missing boy but end up stumbling upon something supernatural. We used the Kids On Bikes system for this bonus episode, as we have with a couple of others. We really like the simplicity of it and how it facilitates more immersive roleplay. You can learn more about Kids On Bikes on the Hunters Entertainment website. Episode Engineers: John Harju & Dave Clements Music by PodcastMusic.com and Tabletop Audio Thanks to Julie Earls, Aaron Peckham,...

🎃 The House On Gallows Hill – Halloween 2022

Three children head out into the woods to find a missing boy but end up stumbling upon something supernatural. We used the Kids On Bikes system for this bonus episode, as we have with a couple of others. We really like the simplicity of it and how it facilitates more immersive roleplay. You can learn more about Kids On Bikes on the Hunters Entertainment website. Episode Engineers: John Harju & Dave Clements Music by PodcastMusic.com and Tabletop Audio Thanks to Julie Earls, Aaron Peckham,...

C1-78: A Horse & His Rogue

Returning to Castle Mannlegur from the drow city, Orbog decides to venture north, while Emrine gets caught up in more personal drama. Aelin gets visited by someone she met in Dis, and Felix wakes to a couple of cold ones in his arms and has to determine what to do with them. Episode Engineer: Dave "Isn't He Fired Yet?" Clements Episode Music: Podcast Music Playing Games with Strangers (Club Mix) by JS Earls and Steven Arthur Thanks to Julie Earls, Aaron Peckham, Amanda Clements, Branson B...

78: A Horse & His Rogue

Returning to Castle Mannlegur from the drow city, Orbog decides to venture north, while Emrine gets caught up in more personal drama. Aelin gets visited by someone she met in Dis, and Felix wakes to a couple of cold ones in his arms and has to determine what to do with them. Episode Engineer: Dave "Isn't He Fired Yet?" Clements Episode Music: Podcast Music Playing Games with Strangers (Club Mix) by JS Earls and Steven Arthur Thanks to Julie Earls, Aaron Peckham, Amanda Clements, Branson B...

Ask Us Anything – October 2022

While many of the cast are off doing things pertaining to their personal lives - wooing potential suitors, celebrating anniversaries, and possibly catching the plague - John and Celeste had a chat live with some fans to answer questions about the show, tabletop role-playing, and whatever else could be thought of! Maybe even some hints at how things are going to end...? A massive thanks to everyone who submitted questions for this one! Mentioned in this episode: Kids on Bikes Trashkins Go...

🤔 Ask Us Anything – October 2022

While many of the cast are off doing things pertaining to their personal lives - wooing potential suitors, celebrating anniversaries, and possibly catching the plague - John and Celeste had a chat live with some fans to answer questions about the show, tabletop role-playing, and whatever else could be thought of! Maybe even some hints at how things are going to end...? A massive thanks to everyone who submitted questions for this one! Mentioned in this episode: Kids on BikesTrashkinsGoat C...

C1-77: Champagne & Corpses

Squid edited this one, too. She knows what happened. You'll know if you listen... which you should. Episode Engineer: Katherine "Squid" Czerwinski Episode Music: Epidemic Sound Playing Games with Strangers (Club Mix) by JS Earls and Steven Arthur Thanks to Julie Earls, Aaron Peckham, Amanda Clements, Branson Boykin, Matthew Cosby, and Debbie Roth – our Blade-level patrons! Become a patron for as little as $1 for uncut sessions, exclusive content, and more! Maybe even the chance to play in...

77: Champagne & Corpses

Squid edited this one, too. She knows what happened. You'll know if you listen... which you should. Episode Engineer: Katherine "Squid" Czerwinski Episode Music: Epidemic Sound Playing Games with Strangers (Club Mix) by JS Earls and Steven Arthur Thanks to Julie Earls, Aaron Peckham, Amanda Clements, Branson Boykin, Matthew Cosby, and Debbie Roth – our Blade-level patrons! Become a patron for as little as $1 for uncut sessions, exclusive content, and more! Maybe even the chance to play in...

76: Do You Want Funny or Sad?

Our fourth arc in the campaign begins as the party waits for the drow council's decision. Meanwhile, Callum has a confusing, yet revealing conversation with his father. Episode Engineer: Katherine "Squid" Czerwinski Episode Music: Epidemic Sound Playing Games with Strangers (Club Mix) by JS Earls and Steven Arthur Thanks to Julie Earls, Aaron Peckham, Amanda Clements, Branson Boykin, Matthew Cosby, and Debbie Roth – our Blade-level patrons! Become a patron for as little as $1 for uncut se...