When Crit Happens

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. They manage to quell any immediate danger, but fin...

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 advantage! Next week we'll be back with Episode 16 of th...

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 region’s religion, and Titan brings as many clothes...

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 lots of critty places in between. This is our last...

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 confront Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, nepotism,...

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 our first livestream, where we built out a unique...

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 play.   You can find the preshow to this episode,...

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 that gets deep into the mire. And if you want more, t...

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, some familiar faces appear, emphasis on the "family."...

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 basic principles of the game--which we hope will ma...

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 the end, allies are found in unlikely places, and...

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/WhenCritHappens   Time Stamps: 3:05 Recap 7:00 Game pl...

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 listen now. Patreon.com/WhenCritHappens   Time St...

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 1:23:45 Patron Shout Outs   Content Warnings: swe...

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, it's straight fire.   Get even more insights i...

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 informally.  Here are the sources we mention in the...

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 nuanced conversations about what it means to ask for...

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 meantime, see you at Patreon.com/WhenCritHappens...

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 to follow covers everything from the ethics of ima...

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 exclusively to our members, so head over Patreon to...

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 ratings, reviews, and subscriptions are much appreciated...

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't worry, there aren't any spoilers, so feel free...

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 Discussion   Theme Music: Cullen Fitzpatrick Origin...

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 listen before you start the story at Episode 1, or...

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 show us some love! Leave a review and share with...