Metaphorical Walrus Productions
78 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsWe're Metaphorical Walrus Productions, and we make the Actual Play podcasts Westerns & Wagons, Monsters & Mysteries, and Skybound Card games!
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Episodes
Two Princes Rode Together
March 27, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 97.8 MBIn which our posse talks with a sommelier and uncovers an assassination attempt, then move to meet and warn the two princes. Meanwhile, Sikuaq takes a drink, Deputy invents a food, and Josiah gets decked. Sound effects and music used in this episode used under Attribution 3.0 and Creative Commons licenses: "slow cargo train 2" by Robinhood76, "Steam train horn 02" by eliasheuninck, and "Music Box Melody" by DRFX of freesound.org "Magical Pulse" by Davexole of Four Orbs "Mystery Sax", "H...
St. Patty's Day - My Fists, My Drink, and Me (Sikuaq)
March 23, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 95.8 MBIn which we join Sikuaq and her three gnome friends on her first ever adventure: helping the outpost of Fort Foothold against some dangerous creatures. The following sound clips were used in this production under Attribution 3.0 and Creative Commons CC0 1.0: "Glass Smash, Bottle, C.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org "SFX_ATTACK_SWORD_001" by JoelAudio of freesound.org "Battle Strings" by Ageless of looperman.com "Premium Beat 7 - I Still Need You - Strings" by MINOR...
Deputies Waiting For a Train
March 20, 2019 16:00 - 57 minutes - 79.2 MBIn which our posse has breakfast and catch a train. Deputy visits Rancho Relampago, Cookie prepares a fine meal, Sikuaq accidentally exposes a secret, and Lakoa expresses disgust.
The Old Double Deception
March 13, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 92.1 MBIn which Sikuaq eats lead, Lakoa finds her spirit animal, Deputy scolds a child, and Josiah finds an army. How do our posse try to thwart the big heist? Find out in this episode!
The Great Ranch Heist
March 06, 2019 17:00 - 46 minutes - 63.4 MBIn which our posse decides what to do about the heist. Groups are split, plans are laid, and tension fills the air.
Pitchstorm 002 - A Downpour of Dumb Drafts
February 27, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 89.7 MBIn this second episode of Pitchstorm, Matthew, Gin, Brett, and Johnathan pitch movies about Mobsters, Gravediggers, Robots, Holograms, and a whole lot more while the Executive tries to sabotage them with Holidays, Arctic Regions, Apes, and Car Chases.
Westerns & Wagons 000 - High Noon
February 11, 2019 17:00 - 59 minutes - 81.4 MBIf you're new, start here! In this episode our players--Brett, Sarah, Matthew, and Gin--each talk about their characters--Josiah, Sikuaq, Deputy Sheriff, and Lakoa--and recap the story so far up to Episode 7, Palacio Notorious! If you still want to get the full story, listen to episodes 1-6 but be aware that they were recorded on some sub-par equipment including a phone and one shared mic! For our long time listeners, there is plenty in here for you as well: information about the setting,...
The Lightning Bug Whisperer
February 04, 2019 17:00 - 59 minutes - 81.4 MBIn which our posse explores the mysterious Rancho Relampago and makes a startling discovery. They also have a fine meal.
A Bed Bug for the Little Lady
January 28, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 96.4 MBIn which our posse makes several excellent points, deals with an ornery Ticket Master, and rescues mattress fillings.
The Big Trail (To Copper City)
January 21, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBIn which our Posse travels to a new city and learns about a party.
Westerns & Wagons 015 - A Chestful of Dynamite
January 14, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBIn which our Posse discusses what do do next, and discovers a grisly punishment.
Westerns & Wagons 014 - Cookie (Tell Me 'Bout the Good Old Days)
January 07, 2019 17:00 - 54 minutes - 75.2 MBIn which our posse discovers the identity of the Butcher, explores the hidden treasure room, and finds a few new items to pack away.
Westerns & Wagons 013 - The Battle of Bogwater Bay
December 17, 2018 17:00 - 1 hour - 95.2 MBIn which our posse fights tooth and nail against the Butcher of Bogwater Bay. Then, a startling revelation is made to them.
Pitchstorm 001 - A Light Drizzle of Lousy Drafts
December 11, 2018 00:38 - 1 hour - 99.4 MBUndertakers, Archaeology Dogs, Ghost Sharks and More--John, Matthew, Brett, and Gin play Skybound Game's Pitchstorm!
Westerns & Wagons 012 - The Good, The Bad, and the Nilvom
December 03, 2018 17:00 - 1 hour - 96.5 MBIn which our posse faces off against Nilvom, the contract demon, and then faces off against a more numerous foe. Things begin to look mighty bleak for the Nine.
Westerns & Wagons 011 - Devil's Contract
November 26, 2018 17:00 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MBIn which the final wishes are made and the ambush is sprung.
Westerns & Wagons 010 - The Stranger Wore a Waistcoat
November 19, 2018 17:00 - 42 minutes - 58.1 MBIn which our posse gathers the materials to summon the Fiend, then make their wishes and sign their contracts.
Westerns & Wagons 09 pt 1 - She Wore a Yellow Mask
November 12, 2018 17:00 - 41 minutes - 56.8 MBIn which our posse explores the mansion and makes a series of dark discoveries about the building's history. Cut into two parts, y'all, because it's too long for one but too short for two.
Westerns & Wagons 09 pt 2 - She Wore a Yellow Mask
November 12, 2018 17:00 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MBIn which our posse reads a book and determines what to do about a devil. Part 2 of this episode!
Westerns & Wagons 08 - The Notorious Nine
November 05, 2018 17:00 - 1 hour - 95.5 MBIn which our posse confronts Slyther about her cryptic message and begin searching for clues about "The Nine" in the mansion. We had some audio errors with this episode. They're mostly fixed after this, but you dear listeners deserve warning!
W&W Halloween - The Cleric With No Domain
October 31, 2018 16:00 - 1 hour - 91 MBIn which we look back at the early days of Josiah Black, a Cleric of Weejas. This episode's opening and closing theme was created by Alexander Nakarada of www.serpentsoundstudios.com Remember to Like and Follow us on Facebook (MetaphoricalWalrusProductions) Follow us on Twitter (@MetaphoricalP) Support us on Patreon (MetaphoricalWalrusProductions)!
Westerns & Wagons 07 - Palacio Notorious
October 29, 2018 16:00 - 48 minutes - 66.9 MBIn which our posse enters a mansion and discovers some secrets and hear a strange voice.
Westerns & Wagons 06 - Butcher Pete
October 22, 2018 16:00 - 47 minutes - 64.7 MBIn which our posse finds out what's at the other end of the magical tunnel, and then finds another tunnel.
Westerns & Wagons 05 - The Cowboy and the Crow
October 15, 2018 16:00 - 49 minutes - 67.7 MBIn which our posse encounters a strange creature of apparent friendly persuasion, and then encounters a weather pattern of far less friendly persuasion.
Westerns & Wagons 04 - If Leucrottas Could Kill
October 08, 2018 16:00 - 50 minutes - 69.6 MBIn which our posse face off against a horrifying beast and attempt to send it to its maker before it can make dinner out of them.
Westerns & Wagons 03 - Have Horses, Will Travel
October 01, 2018 16:00 - 1 hour - 106 MBIn which our heroes set out to find Zeke's gold and find more than they expected. Remember to support us on Patreon, follow us on Twitter @metaphoricalp, and follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/metaphoricalwalrusproductions/
Westerns & Wagons 02 - The Legend of Zeke's Gold
September 24, 2018 05:00 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MBIn which the Posse spends some time in the jail and learns about a legend from Ol' Zeke. Remember to support us on Patreon at patreon.com/metaphoricalwalrusproductions, follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/MetaphoricalP, and follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/MetaphoricalWalrusProductions Last episode recorded on a phone!
Westerns & Wagons 01 - Saloon Slugout
September 18, 2018 02:17 - 1 hour - 93.9 MBBefore you start with this one, consider listening to episode 000 - High Noon first! In it we recap the events of episodes 1 through 6 and give descriptions of the characters and their motivations! This way you don't have to sit through the crummy audio of Episodes 1-6 (Episode 7 has a some slightly sketchy audio, but the Halloween Special and beyond are all recorded with better equipment). In which we are introduced to the characters, players, and the town of The Quiet. And they get into ...