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The Heroes of Pavantis—Nari & the Boys, The JV Team, and The Snow Patrol—convene together in a grand council with allies from throughout their adventures to prepare for the upcoming fight with Iramiel.  Join us for this actual play D&D adventure inspired by our favorite 16 bit era RPGs. We have merch! Check out our shop at 12sidedguys.com/shop and get your very own swag, drip, or whatever the kids...

With the Inevitable fight against Iramiel looming ever closer, Nari & the Boys split up to gather their allies for a grand council. Also, Richter tries out a new pickup line, Nari hears voices, Rousse doesn’t get his present, and Pine repeatedly puts his foot in it. Join us for this actual play D&D adventure inspired by our favorite 16 bit era RPGs. We have merch! Check out our shop at 12sidedguys...

In the wake of Yisaro’s destruction the First Swords approach Nari & the Boys with a proposal, but the cost of doing business with the Headsman may be too high. Our heroes consider other allies in the city as they await the arrival of the final key. Join us for this actual play D&D adventure inspired by our favorite 16 bit era RPGs. We have merch! Check out our shop at 12sidedguys.com/shop and get...

Yisaro, the Herald of Water, has arrived in Almar and brought with her a wave of destruction that threatens to wash the city off the face of Pavantis. In the flooded tunnels below, Nari & the Boys now find themselves ambushed by the tentacled horror and her watery minions. Our heroes must defeat this new threat in order to obtain the fourth key and to protect Almar, if there is any Almar left to p...

As six airships fly toward the former imperial capitol, Nari & the Boys reflect on their accomplishments in Menorest and the work that still remains to be done in Almar. With one key in tow and another on its way, our heroes learn they are too late to stop the final Herald from completing their mission. Now Nari & the Boys must prepare for the fast approaching conflicts from the vengeful Herald, t...

This week we’re plopping Nari & The Boys down into a Random Saved Game! In this final Random Saved Game of campaign 1, our heroes find themselves in their most dangerous location yet. Any misstep here would mean a painful death, and to make it even more perilous, our heroes are not alone… Join us for this actual play D&D adventure inspired by our favorite 16 bit era RPGs. We have merch! Check out...

Nari & the Boys arrive at the Millet farm to find a place untouched by the earthquakes ravaging the rest of the countryside. It is not without its own dangers, however, as our heroes are beset by beings of earth, stone, and… other materials. This is a good sign if you’re hunting the Herald of Earth, but Nari & the Boys will first have to survive this conflict to continue their search. Join us for...

Having successfully retained their titles and loosened Annette’s grip on Menorese politics, Nari & the Boys begin their trek overland to find the Herald of Earth after an evening of celebration. As the quaking grows ever stronger, our heroes journey to the Millet farm and hopefully the “Rest Between” where the Herald is said to be found. Join us for this actual play D&D adventure inspired by our f...

The challenges issued by Richter and Pine have been accepted with both combats occurring simultaneously. Their titles (and lives) on the line, Richter tests the worthiness of his opponent, Pine endures unsporting behavior, Nari discourages shenanigans, and Rousse works the crowd. Join us for this actual play D&D adventure inspired by our favorite 16 bit era RPGs. We have merch! Check out our shop...

With revolution bubbling just below the surface and the threat of returning Heralds, Nari & the Boys agree to do what they can for Menorest while focusing on their search for the Herald of Earth. Were Richter and Pine to challenge for the sword master titles taken from them it could create the chaos the revolution needs, but can our heroes delay any more given what they know about the Heralds’ imm...

As we kick off episode 100 of the Crystal Codex adventure, Nari & the Boys find themselves at the entrance to the hidden library of Lady Kadriel. When an urgent message arrives for one of our heroes, they must decide if there is time to fight for the good of one country when the fate of the entire world hangs in the balance. Join us for this actual play D&D adventure inspired by our favorite 16 bi...

After an eventful few days in the air, Nari & the Boys arrive in the Menorese capitol Colinium where our heroes’ search for the Herald of Earth can begin in earnest. Also, Pine trips over his tongue, Richter explains the birds & the bees, Nari has salacious suspicions, and Rousse drops a toxic friendship. Join us for this actual play D&D adventure inspired by our favorite 16 bit era RPGs. We have...

En route to Menorest and the Herald of Earth, Nari & the Boys once again find themselves the targets of Rousse’s former employer. Nari, noticing that they’ve changed course, rushes to find her sleeping allies ambushed by Rousse’s ex, and this time it appears he’s not alone. Join us for this actual play D&D adventure inspired by our favorite 16 bit era RPGs. We have merch! Check out our shop at 12s...

Nari & the Boys find themselves at ground zero when the adherents of Inevitability make their true allegiances known by attempting to seize control of the Almarian Senate through bloodshed. As some old friends help protect the civilians, Nari & the Boys employ aggressive de-escalation techniques: axe, sword, other sword, and blue-tongued pocket lizard. Join us for this actual play D&D...

The Almarian Senate has convened to address the unprecedented events of the recent past and Nari & the Boys hope to shed light on what’s really been happening. The ormechs awakening, the destruction of the opera house, the missing citizens, the fire at Smitchy’s Bazaar… our heroes’ unique insight into these events just might be enough to convince the people of the true danger posed by Iramiel and...

With two Heralds defeated, Nari & the Boys have turned their attention to the remaining three. Our heroes fear that their friends and loved ones to the north in the Glass Mountains may be in one’s path of destruction, having previously heard the voice of the Breath of Pavantis just outside Woodbridge. Is there enough time left for Nari & the Boys to frustrate Iramiel’s operative in that part of th...

This week we’re plopping Nari & The Boys down into a Random Saved Game! Our heroes find themselves in an occupied city desperate to escape the reach of an evil empire and before you ask, no this is not just episode 1 of Crystal Codex again. Joining us in this generation-defining RPG is our latest “Side Piece” Sarah playing a not-so-damsel-in-distress and the third former general in the party (for...

With our heroes now a direct threat to her, Amavi has decreed, “Those who would fight against the Inevitable shall be wiped from existence!” Can Nari & the Boys survive the fury of a second Herald in as many hours? Join us for this actual play D&D adventure inspired by our favorite 16 bit era RPGs. We have merch! Check out our shop at 12sidedguys.com/shop and get your very own swag, drip, or whate...

In the tunnels deep beneath the streets of Almar, Nari & the Boys find themselves face-to-face with not one but two Heralds of the Angel Iramiel: Amavi, Herald of Mind; and Seros, Herald of Fire. Our heroes, already wearied from numerous encounters en route, can’t afford any missteps when fire goes on the offensive. Join us for this actual play D&D adventure inspired by our favorite 16 bit era RPG...

Nari & the Boys find themselves deep beneath the Cathedral to Iramiel in pursuit of answers to the mysterious dreams afflicting Almar’s residents. Our heroes are not alone, however, as those who have heeded the call of the Herald of Mind keep watch down here. Join us for this actual play D&D adventure inspired by our favorite 16 bit era RPGs. We have merch! Check out our shop at 12sidedguys.com/sh...

Nari & the Boys have been ambushed in the Cathedral to Iramiel, a once bright symbol of the Empire’s absolute control, now a neglected gathering place of the few remaining faithful. Our heroes suspect something important hides here given the symbols from the living canvas that adorn the cathedral walls and the ferocity of its congregants. What secrets will Nari & the Boys uncover should they survi...

Nari & the Boys see a familiar face in the market as they continue their investigation in Almar. The abandoned Cathedral of Iramiel seems like the logical next step, but first, Pine lays it all out there, Nari is good at talking, Rousse listens to his stomach, and Richter shows his sensitive side. Join us for this actual play D&D adventure inspired by our favorite 16 bit era RPGs. We have merch! C...

An unexpected guest ruins the mood, leaving Nari & the Boys scrambling to make necessary accommodations. Vague enough for you? Good! Also, Rousse strikes a deal, Richter knows what he’s doing, Nari worries about a friend’s job, and Pine swears he saw something bonkers. Join us for this actual play D&D adventure inspired by our favorite 16 bit era RPGs. We have merch! Check out our shop at 12sidedg...

While just trying to enjoy the music of Tedward (and Pender), Nari & the Boys find themselves in the Headsman’s sights. Indifferent to the hundreds of innocent bystanders in the way, Bartoz launches his assault on our heroes. Cornered in their balcony with no clear path to their enemy, Nari & the Boys must stop Bartoz and his men before they put any more civilians in danger. Join us for this actua...

Finally, the night of Tedward’s (and Pender’s) performance at the Dracia Opera House has arrived. Nari & the Boys spend the afternoon investigating the Gallery and doing some other things, but let’s be honest, you’re only here for Tedward. We don’t blame you. Join us for this actual play D&D adventure inspired by our favorite 16 bit era RPGs. We have merch! Check out our shop at 12sidedguys.com/sh...