A Knight of Shreds and Patches

Fiction EN ↓ 145 episodes

An immersive Actual Play Podcast following the adventures of the Patina, a small mercenary company trying to make ends meet in a world set long after the society of today falls. Environments are green and communities and cities come together to support each other, leveraging what wild tech is left to be salvaged. Bullets are scarce and swords are common, which makes wild tech like the titular Knight, a large-scale combat mech, an uncommon and enviable sight in the wilderness. Join the Patina as they face bandit ambushes, mechanical threats from the ancient past, and the interpersonal stresses...

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A Knight of Shreds and Patches

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Continuing To Surprise 24.07.2025 55:14

The Patina has planned and surprise meetings with Sasnak Councilors. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out...

Adrenaline Junkie Hobbies 10.07.2025 49:40

Marathon and Birdie make some impulsive decisions and the Patina races their hearts out. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out t...

It's Following the Cows 26.06.2025 59:39

The Patina spends quality time in pairs during their last bit of free time. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Che...

Criminal Masterminds 12.06.2025 45:56

The Patina wraps up their heist at Ramp Girl HQ. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at p...

Already Off to a Bad Start 29.05.2025 1:00:34

The Patina kicks off their heist against Ramp Girl HQ. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other wor...

Competence Is Sexy 15.05.2025 43:58

The Patina does some proper heist prep for once. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at p...

The Temptation of Negotiation 01.05.2025 59:38

The Patina gets a new job opportunity from Opal and then scatters across the city. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit...

The Love of the Sport 17.04.2025 58:13

The Patina is back at the races and strives to keep their heads above water. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Ch...

Cleaning Up Your Messes 03.04.2025 1:00:19

Emma has a tea party, the Patina takes two very different approaches to X Bike upgrades, and the Council continues to be a problem. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving...

Honest Racing 20.03.2025 47:25

The Patina discusses integrity and the Sasnak political landscape continues to change. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to...

Define the Relationship 06.03.2025 52:08

The Patina makes some relationship decisions. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at penn...

The Uniforms Don't Hurt 20.02.2025 52:33

The Patina reunites and tries to get back to normal. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work...

Siblings on the Job 06.02.2025 1:05:18

The Patina receives some help from the Foundlings in their respective journeys. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in....

Soul Searching 23.01.2025 1:40:23

The Patina continues to make their way out of the Guts and splits the party again. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit...

Search and Rescue Mission 09.01.2025 1:04:52

The Patina continues having two wildly different adventures in the Guts. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check...

Another Great Day in the Guts 26.12.2024 56:37

The Patina hits new depths in the Guts. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper...

Death's Door 12.12.2024 1:00:03

Tensions rise as the Patina descends deeper into the Guts. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other...

Blood Frenzy 28.11.2024 49:12

The Patina battles a horde of octopuses. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharpe...

Wander Into Something More Dangerous 14.11.2024 50:26

The Patina ventures into the Guts of Sasnak. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennh...

Big Goals, Big Dreams 31.10.2024 55:42

The Patina meets with Wander and plans their expedition into the Guts of Sasnak. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in...

We Have To Trust Someone 17.10.2024 53:20

The Patina celebrates an epic X Biking win the normal way - with conversations about trust and more contract negotiations. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG abou...

Just as Wild as They Were 03.10.2024 51:50

Patina Start - Your - Engines! It’s race day! Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at penn...

First Turning Back 19.09.2024 1:03:46

The Patina join in on a Foundling family tradition and do a debrief on the masquerade ball. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out...

Consider a Change in Lifestyle 05.09.2024 55:02

The Patina does some recruiting for their X Bike team and adventures to the top of the city. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself o...

Stated Explicitly in My Contract 22.08.2024 50:26

The Patina learns the joy of contract law and X Bike racing. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen . Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer oth...