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The Rainbow Dragon Awakens, or Who Is Aido Hwedo (Shaarp Edges Episode 4) 1:42:11

4M ago1:42:11

1:42:11

Join Jessiye as she takes Deanna and Tor for a rift romping ride in this epic conclusion of the Shaarp Edges storyline. Then dive into the folklore behind the series as Jessiye shares insights into her inspiration for the story. This is our last actual play episode for a while, so we hope you enjoy! You can see video of this entire series at Patreo…

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That's Just Bob (Shaarp Edges Episode 3) 1:07:47

4M ago1:07:47

1:07:47

Jessiye Davis picks up where she left off--hanging from a razor shaarp cliff edge. Sampson, Dimple, and Minguu are eager to get the amulet and get the heck out of danger. But danger just seems to increase, as it tends to do when a character named Bob shows up, and a whole new side of the story is revealed! Or would be, if VV didn’t pass out just at…

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The Stolen Amulet (Shaarp Edges Episode 2) 1:52:30

5M ago1:52:30

1:52:30

Jessiye Davis continues to lead us an adventure in the Forgotten Realms with Ole Sampson, Dimple, and Minguu. The tokolosh have fled, and apparently they stole something. The party learns what it is, why it’s important, and why the priest who lost it can’t come with them in pursuit. Because pursue they do, into the savannah of the Shaar. While Ming…

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Of Beans and Tokoloshe (Shaarp Edges Episode 1) 1:24:00

5M ago1:24:00

1:24:00

Jessiye Davis, our first guest DM, begins our adventure through The Shaar, a part of The Forgotten Realms that is inspired by real world Africa. Meet Ole Sampson, Dimple, and Minguu, and join them as they begin to investigate the drought and blight that is plaguing The Shaar. Then, on Dirty Crit, a discussion of avoidance, the meta-game relationshi…

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Four Fabulous Friends on a Quest (Shaarp Edges Episode 0) 1:03:29

6M ago1:03:29

1:03:29

When Crit Happens welcomes Jessiye Davis, our first Guest Game Master, who is running an adventure through the Shaar for us! During Episode 0, we learn about the setting of the Shaar, which is part of the Forgotten Realms, and meet the characters we’ll be playing. We also talk through various safety tools, employing a brilliant and thorough documen…

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This is Shaarp Edges (Teaser) 1:43

6M ago1:43

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When Crit Happens presents a mini-series that takes place in the Shaar, an African-inspired part of Forgotten Realms. Jessiye Davis will take the helm as Game Master for Deanna, Joshua, and Tor. This is completely independent from our Rokhatima campaign, so you can listen whether or you’re caught up on that story! Plus, we’ll be releasing video of …

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Talking Crit with Jessiye Davis 55:38

6M ago55:38

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For Spring Break we give you a special Main Feed release of our conversation with Jessiye Davis. If you're caught up on the Rokhatima Campaign, you've heard us mention Jessiye recently, so check out this interview to get to know her! Have you been to a gaming convention and worn pronoun ribbons on your badge? If so, you might have met Jessiye at th…

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Goodbyes Galore (Episode 32) 1:25:17

7M ago1:25:17

1:25:17

The Ride or Dies wrap up their communion with the Evertree, and then wrap up their time in the Sanctuary. Everyone says goodbye in their own way: Titan has one last dance, Jasoo has an eternal embrace, and Jo just says fare thee well. For Jiminy, however, goodbye is too good a word, and what he says about the URSA Corporation is more than a little …

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A Doomstone Thief and the Prophet of Evertree (Episode 31) 1:46:23

7M ago1:46:23

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The Prophet of Evertree has awoken, but all is not well. The Ride or Dies have a thief to catch who's quick on his feet, and well equipped. Once that’s put to rest, then finally the party can learn some of the sage wisdom of this ancient grove. Jo gets a new accessory, Titan gets a clue about their magical connections, and Jasoo is reacquainted wit…

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Bedazzled and Beguiled (Episode 30) 1:49:06

8M ago1:49:06

1:49:06

Nerves are on edge as Jo and Titan witness Jasoo delivered from yet another mountain lake by yet another draconic spirit. The dragon teaches them much, and they return to Evertree having gotten what they came for. There’s a new face that greets them on the way, however, and many more faces to meet before reaching the Prophet. Titan is, as always, p…

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The Thornberry Dragon (Episode 29) 1:50:48

8M ago1:50:48

1:50:48

The Ride or Dies take in the view of the burned out valley before setting off with Golmeev in pursuit of a thornberry root, prepared for a dragon to appear at any moment. They find a doomstone, a bush, and you guessed it, a large, flying, angry spirit. In the ensuing encounter, Jo gets into the thicket of it, Jasoo explores a newfound aerial prowes…

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Dragonsbane and Dragonfly (Episode 28) 1:45:32

9M ago1:45:32

1:45:32

The Ride or Dies are dead tired, and lay down to get some sleep–all except one, that is. After a much needed night of rest, whether sleeping or not, everyone is grateful that Thulla can get them proper breakfast over which to talk through their next moves. Thulla introduces them to a new friend, and passes on a gift from Mortha. Then the party sets…

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The Path to Evertree (Episode 27) 1:54:03

9M ago1:54:03

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Still reeling from the horrors inside Hitherheim, the Ride or Dies make their way to Evertree Sanctuary. On the way, Titan checks in with Prim, Jo hears from her father, and Jasoo tells the Bridge Fungus something less than true. The Sanctuary offers much needed rest and information about the state of the Prophet and the Dragon. But when the party …

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Dwellers in the Deep (Episode 26) 1:50:30

9M ago1:50:30

1:50:30

As the Ride or Dies journey through the tunnels of Terra, they discover things may have changed since Thulla was last there. The party gets a bit of rest, but decides they need to move quickly–because they are not alone. Jo’s flashlight is indispensable, Jasoo makes use of both gauntlets, and Titan’s weave is clutch for those clutching it. They are…

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The Door to Hitherheim (Episode 25) 1:30:46

10M ago1:30:46

1:30:46

The journey north continues, but the path has twists and dark corners. Jasoo helps Yama pull something shiny from an icky place, Jo bids farewell to her friends from home, and Titan helps everyone get over their responsibility complexes. The party decides to take a new path toward the Evertree Sanctuary, which comes with a new set of challenges. Bu…

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In the Mire with a Rock Monster (Episode 24) 1:19:44

11M ago1:19:44

1:19:44

The Ride or Dies have a rock monster to fight, so get out of the way, Duke’s Guard and D'Largos. Jasoo goes full agro, Jo nearly swims in a mire, and Titan acquires a new piece of jewelry. But when Jasoo disappears, things start to get tense. Then, on Dirty Crit, a conversation about representation of disabilities in DnD and fantasy at large, inclu…

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Northbound on the Suddenflow Road (Episode 23) 1:15:23

11M ago1:15:23

1:15:23

The Ride or Dies make their way to the river road north of Stormhaven and join up with the large caravan that has already formed. Jo sees lots of old friends, Titan keeps an eye on the D’Largos, and Jasoo keeps her nose to the grindstone. But when a carriage full of precious cargo breaks down, tension begins to rise. Then, on Dirty Crit, discussion…

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A City Full of Soldiers (Episode 22) 1:51:52

12M ago1:51:52

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The Ride or Dies finally get some downtime to talk and sleep. Jasoo explores the Path of the Sun, Jo gets to talk to her dad, and Titan goes full Marie Condo. In the morning, a rainy dawn reveals a city full of yellow-clad soldiers. The route out of town proves provocative, and the tension just keeps climbing. In the end, La Revolución does their b…

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Talking Crit with Nur-D 1:01:42

1y ago1:01:42

1:01:42

Content Warnings: police violence, racism, swearing, death of animals. Get stoked, because this is an extra special Main Feed release of the hottest interview of the year. Nur-D is an extraordinary musician and game lover based out of Minnesota, and we are mega fans (Torsten is legit starstruck for most of this episode). If you don’t know his music…

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Sharing Space with an Air Dragon (Episode 21) 2:05:37

1y ago2:05:37

2:05:37

There's lightning in the sky as the Ride or Dies confront Ginny, but the mood doesn't stay bleak as an old friend returns. Back inside Prim’s Proper House, La Revolución takes the time to go through the info they just gathered at the Palace, and start to open up with each other in the process. By the end, the Friend Group has a sense of where they’…

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The Palace of the D’Largos (Episode 20) 1:41:16

1y ago1:41:16

1:41:16

The mission to find the whereabouts of Popular is underway, and the Ride or Dies won’t let any D'Largo stop them. The action doesn't let up from top to tail! Then, in Dirty Crit, explore Dante’s Limbo, and discover the golden tabo. And if you haven’t heard this episode’s preshow, you really don’t want to miss it–find it now on Patreon: Patreon.com/…

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The House of Prim (Episode 19) 1:56:43

1y ago1:56:43

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The Ride or Dies head back to Prim’s Proper House to figure out their next move. Jasoo gets in touch with some electric emotions, Jo gets in touch with the mood of her dad, and Titan discovers that someone else has been in touch with their dad–all in all, lots of dads and moods. After putting in a good think, everyone splits, and La Revolución head…

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Talking Crit with Eric Silver 48:18

1y ago48:18

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This week we have a special, Main Feed release of our interview with the Best DM in Podcasting, Eric Silver! Eric has some amazing perspectives from his years of experience in the podcast and TTRPG communities, and brings some Crit to our attention that we definitely were not aware of. The article he wrote that comes up in the show can be found her…

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So That’s What You Call Yourselves (Episode 18) 1:49:48

1y ago1:49:48

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The Ride or Dies take a moment to get their bearings at Prim's Proper House before heading back to the parade. Titan learns about Eryka's baggage, literal and metaphorical, Jo reunites with her dad, and Jasoo gets a clue about her spiritual connections. La Revolución is born at the climax of the Float Contest, and even the Duke is speechless as the…

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Through the Streets of Stormhaven (Episode 17) 1:19:46

1y ago1:19:46

1:19:46

Racing after the mysterious figure who blew up the parade, Eve and party find themselves tearing through the streets of Stormhaven. When the clues start to add up, they wonder if they might have missed the real action–but there's more than enough action to go around. In the process, Jo feels out what her mother’s necklace can do, Jasoo puts her smi…

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Queen’s Day Parade (Episode 16) 1:30:51

1y ago1:30:51

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Finally back in Stormhaven, where their adventures began, the party sets off toward the Queen’s Day Parade. On the way they run into some new faces, and some that have gotten quite familiar. Jo looks for her father, Titan reconnects with her House, and Jasoo gets some *wink wink* attention. Once they find the parade, however, things get explosive. …

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Update 1:11

1y ago1:11

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Just a quick announcement that, starting today, there is a 7 Day Free Trial available on our Patreon, at patreon.com/whencrithappens We have a ton of content over there, including a brand new episode that was just published today, all about Jo! This is a new option that Patreon lets us use, and we're really excited about it! We hope you take advant…

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Little Sip of Sunshine (Episode 15) 1:33:47

1+ y ago1:33:47

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While the party is still reeling from their foray to the Grey Heron, the Koro army is spotted moving out from Typhon Head. Malaia jumps into gear, and helps the party decide where they’ll go next. They bid farewell to many fine folks, and find themselves with nobility in tow. Jo throws privacy to the wayside, Jasoo discovers the structure of the re…

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The Grey Heron (Episode 14) 1:24:53

1+ y ago1:24:53

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The party helps Jaquetta and the rest of the pirates deal with the approaching Grey Ship of Aegir. Titan plays messenger, Jasoo gets some unexpected insight into her faith, and Jo encounters some family matters. But tensions remain high—will diplomacy win the day? Then, no Dirty Crit is spared as discussion ranges from cults to relationships, and l…

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On The Stargazer with a Prim’s Cup (Episode 13) 1:29:17

1+ y ago1:29:17

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The party gets a chance to have a nap and a snack aboard The Stargazer, a pirate ship that’s a whole vibe. Jo finds she enjoys a Prim’s Cup, Jasoo begins to reveal some of what she’s going through, and Titan gets a new flirt and a new fit. The nap is just a nap, however, as something else appears unexpectedly on the horizon. Then, in Dirty Crit, we…

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Fantasia and the Swimmer (Episode 12) 1:32:13

1+ y ago1:32:13

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The party ventures onto the waters of Deep Reach Bay, with boats full of kids. Will they make it to the ships safely? What fantastical encounter could wave-lay them? Join us to find out. And after the gameplay, Dirty Crit takes the time to problematize everything, and Jo reminds us that there’s no going home. This episode includes the inception for…

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Into the Depths of Typhon Head (Episode 11) 1:14:48

1+ y ago1:14:48

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With an entire student body as an entourage, the party heads down into the underground sea caves of Typhon Head to make their escape from impending battle. Jasoo practices her stealth, Jo works on her diplomacy, and Titan finally tries out their new toy. Then, in Dirty Crit, a discussion of how mechanics can lead a game toward certain types of role…

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The Pirate Price to Come Inside (Episode 10) 1:23:53

1+ y ago1:23:53

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The party makes it to Typhon Head, and one of them has to step up to the plate to get them where they need to go. An old friend shows up, and they finally get a nap and a snack. But before the night is over, something new comes flying in. This one embraces the messiness of improvised narrative gameplay, and you don't want to miss the Dirty Crit tha…

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The Race to Typhon Head (Episode 9) 1:28:48

1+ y ago1:28:48

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In a race against an army and some pirates, Jasoo, Jo, and Titan traverse the Storm Crest peninsula, trying beat everyone else to Typhon Head to help the kids inside. When the party waylays a group of Koro outriders and manages to get some information from them, the vibe goes from dicey to dice rolly. Then, in the midst of the ensuing skirmish, som…

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Intro to DnD (Crunch of the Dice) 46:21

1+ y ago46:21

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Kylee takes over and gives a DnD 101 class. Listeners who don’t have a ton of experience with the game, we hope this makes When Crit Happens more accessible to you! And for more experienced players, there are some juicy stories and GM tips in here for you, too. We go through the most common things that come up when we're playing, and some of the ba…

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Showdown at Tempest Top (Episode 8) 1:31:59

1+ y ago1:31:59

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The party confronts Dafne and Carl, who seem to have a particular interest in the crystal Jo carries, from her father–which also bears resemblance to the ones in the courtyard pool. Titan and exerts their will over Carl, and Jo magically befriends Dafne. Meanwhile, Yama tries to help Jasoo see the impact she’s having on the corrupted landscape. In …

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Not a Pun, Just a Bunch of Hot Rock (Episode 7) 1:20:51

1+ y ago1:20:51

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The party is reunited in the depths of Tempest Top, with some soup, some rest, and a chance to examine what exactly is going on up here in the Storm Crest. Then they venture up to the Viewpoint, and what they see is shocking, to say the least. We hope you enjoyed the Patreon Preshow for this episode. Find more exclusive content at: Patreon.com/When…

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Patreon Preshow (Episode 7) 10:22

1+ y ago10:22

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Welcome to the Podcast Before the Podcast. Join the Couples of Crit as they catch up with each other and check in about the upcoming game session. This is the first official edition of the Patreon Preshow, but there are already two unofficial Preshows available for Episodes 5 and 6. And after this, it's a regular thing. So head over to Patreon to l…

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There Are No Good Options, Figure It Out (Episode 6) 1:25:15

1+ y ago1:25:15

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Content Warning: death, viewing death, swearing, blood, gore, body horror, misgendering, alcohol. Explicit descriptions of death throughout the entire episode. Find out the fate of Jasoo, and how Jo, Titan, and Yama will handle it. Join us for more discussion: Patreon.com/WhenCritHappens Time Stamps: 5:00 Recap 7:32 Game play 58:00 Dirty Crit 1:23:…

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The Rules Say You’re Dead (Episode 5) 1:06:15

1+ y ago1:06:15

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In the aftermath of a big fight outside the ruins of Tempest Top, Jasoo, Jo, and Titan start to put some pieces together about what these Koro soldiers are up to. Yama gets cagey when confronted with an old key, and June comes down from the ledge high up on the cliffs. Then stay tuned for some Dirty Crit. You won't want to miss this one. Seriously,…

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How Therapists are Using TTRPGs (Collide-a-Scope) 11:36

2y ago11:36

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Here's a sample of a Patreon Exclusive Bonus Show we're calling Collide-a-Scope. This will be the space where we examine various ways in which fantasy and the real world collide! This week Joshua brings you a conversation with Deanna and Torsten about how D&D and other table top role playing games can have therapeutic benefits, both formally and in…

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A Tragic Backstory We Don’t Have Time For (Episode 4) 1:44:28

2y ago1:44:28

1:44:28

Crit is starting to go down in the Storm Crest Mountains. Jasoo, Jo, and Titan pick themselves up, reckon with what just happened, and reconnect with Yama. They continue investigating what's going on up in this mountain valley, and approach Tempest Top. When they get there, you might be care'n about what they do. In Dirty Crit, we get into some nua…

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Update 1:23

2y ago1:23

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Just a quick update since this is our first week without posting a Main Feed episode. There is a brand new episode, full of lore, on Patreon, though! It's a new series we're calling Break the Screen, and this edition is full of Rokhatima world building insights, advice, and lore. Next week we'll release Episode 4 of the Rokhatima Campaign. In the m…

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Have You Heard of the Light of the Sun? (Episode 3) 1:41:03

2y ago1:41:03

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Jo, Jasoo, and Titan continue their foray into the forest, encountering some of its inhabitants. They get some rest in an unlikely spot, and enjoy acorn coffee, despite its caffeination limitations. Their host plays guide and shows them the source of the stream's impurities. Getting close enough to fix it, though, might prove ruff. The discussion t…

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We’re All Learning Here (Let’s Get Critical) 21:34

2y ago21:34

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Welcome to the first episode of a segment we’re calling Let’s Get Critical. It’s a Patreon Exclusive Bonus Show where we do a deep dive into something that’s come up on the podcast. This time we’ll be talking about stuff from Episode 2, so you’ll want to make sure you’ve listened to that first. This is only one of the shows that will be offered exc…

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Vibe Check (Episode 2) 1:50:42

2y ago1:50:42

1:50:42

Jasoo, Titan, and Jo make their way to Longstrom and deliver much needed water. After investigating the stream themselves, and connecting with Malaia, they venture uphill into the forested mountainside. Listen to the invention of The Crunch of the Dice (stay tuned for more info!) and hot takes on camping in dnd. Thanks for your support! Your rating…

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That’s How Time Works (Launch Party) 33:49

2y ago33:49

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In honor of our launch, we're throwing a little party. It's an opportunity to introduce ourselves, and go on a few fun tangents. We recorded this just before launching the pod, a solid six months after recording Episode 1, so we've learned a lot about what this podcast truly is, and we want to share it with you as you begin the journey with us! Don…

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Strong Beyonce Energy (Episode 1) 1:40:44

2y ago1:40:44

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Welcome to Rokhatima! Our three characters, Jasoo, Jo, and Titan, meet in the city of Stormhaven, and deal with whatever Crit is thrown their way. Then see what Deanna, Kylee, Joshua, and Tor have to say about those uncommonly frequent times when crit happens. Join the community: Patreon.com/WhenCritHappens Time Stamps: 3:30 Game Play 1:25:15 Discu…

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Two Interracial Couples on a Quest (Episode 0) 40:48

2y ago40:48

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The first thing we recorded for the series! Joshua, Deanna, Kylee, and Torsten talk about the world of the game, their ideas for characters, and what makes this podcast unique! Episode 0 gives us an opportunity to discuss what we're interested in for the game, and how we're going to make it happen. We even roll ability scores on mic! Feel free to l…

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This is When Crit Happens (Teaser) 11:10

2y ago11:10

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Meet the Couples of Crit. Kylee, Tor, Deanna and Joshua. Learn a little lore about the land of Rokhatima and the characters we'll be playing this season. Tangents and tirades abound in this introduction episode to the world and whimsy of When Crit Happens, recorded after Episode 0, but before Episode 1. If you enjoy this podcast, come through and s…

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