Bone Throwers Theater

Multiple party members are held captive... or hostage... or prisoner. There is still some debate on the exact nature of the conflict with the animal preserve. Regardless of the correct word usage, things are not going at all according to plan. So they all are taking matters into their own hands. System: OpenD6 Adventure, from West End Games CAST: Jordan — The Game Master Aaron — Sam Feluge Ellie —...

A new game style for us warrants some commentary, so that is exactly what we tackle in this episode. We discuss the pace of the game and some things we did not include in the basic format of the game. All in all, we enjoyed this play through and think some compelling stories were created, which sparked some conversation on the dynamics of our roleplaying group and how the session reminded us of pr...

As the group prepares a quick exit from the preserve (at least temporarily), one character attempts to tie up some "loose ends", while others enter unexpected negotiations about who should possess the canister. But even that is derailed as someone hears a mysterious cry for help.  System: OpenD6 Adventure, from West End Games CAST: Jordan — The Game Master Aaron — Sam Feluge Ellie — Archi Jef...

We complete the second round of negative memories for the rest of our patients in this episode. Death plays a major role in the stories of these characters. Some narrowly escape it, some inadvertently invite it in to their life, and for some we learn that it is a welcomed old friend. But no matter the role, all these stories have become tragedy. System: A Penny For My Thoughts, by Evil Hat Product...

Two steps forward, one step back. Some party members are healed, some ready to come back "online", some restore a small level of trust, while an unlikely pair butt heads. And this setback sets off alarms all over the animal preserve. Oh boy! System: OpenD6 Adventure, from West End Games CAST: Jordan — The Game Master Aaron — Sam Feluge Ellie — Archi Jeff — Jerr Lan Jeremy — Julian Illix Johnny — C...

We begin the second round of questions for three of our patients in this episode. As if the first round wasn't negative enough, the goal for this round is to intentionally create a negative memory. Don't worry, this is our forte, so we had no trouble putting a dark and mysterious spin on these characters. And in true BTT fashion, everything is not what it seems. System: A Penny For My Thoughts, by...

In this commentary episode, we discuss the dichotomy in the events that have taken place at the animal preserve so far. While there has been some major headway made toward reaching the goals the the preserve had promised, the group continues to discover new ways to add inter-personal drama and tension. System: OpenD6 Adventure, from West End Games Character Advancement: Jeff (Jerr) Best Roleplay:...

We get to hear from the remaining patients as they share their first memories in this episode. Although the group still struggles to discern what a "positive" memory is, they are at least entertaining... some much more than others. System: A Penny For My Thoughts, by Evil Hat Productions CAST: Ellie Jeff Jeremy Johnny Jordan Patryc Music in the background from Fesliyan Studios, Audionautix.com, an...

Eureka! It appears a cure has been found. However, the tension is higher than ever as it sparks some aggressive negotiations whether or not some are worth saving. Also, as the group works to combine their powers, there are some unforeseen side effects. System: OpenD6 Adventure, from West End Games CAST: Jordan — The Game Master Aaron — Sam Feluge Ellie — Archi Jeff — Jerr Lan Jeremy — Julian Illix...

In this next installment of the group therapy session, we take a look at a couple more characters and explore their somewhat positive memories. This time around we see how the patients do not always remember the events clearly, but what might seem like absurdity in the details, might actually be how things panned out. System: A Penny For My Thoughts, by Evil Hat Productions CAST: Ellie Jeff Jeremy...

Although those characters that were sick or injured appear to be on the mend, the decent into dissension continues, as shots are fired both literally and figuratively. One character even is pointing his gun at anyone and everyone this entire episode. System: OpenD6 Adventure, from West End Games CAST: Jordan — The Game Master Aaron — Sam Feluge Ellie — Archi Jeff — Jerr Lan Jeremy — Julian Illix J...

We embark on a new mentally challenging journey with this run of A Penny Foy My Thoughts, from Evil Hat Productions. We're definitely going to stretch and strengthen our storytelling muscles on this one. In this episode, we read through the details and rule for play, while we lay out the first memory of one of the patients; already laced with mystery, intrigue, and tragedy. System: A Penny For My...

Well, the animal preserve certainly hasn't been a dull place. What the characters saw as a respite, Jordan and other players had something much deeper in mind. The group appears to be coming apart at the seams, but in this commentary episode we discuss the methods behind the madness, and postulate how it all might be building toward something greater. System: OpenD6 Adventure, from West End Games...

Three main campaigns and about 2 dozen one-shots adds up to a lot of episodes, and some great stories. In this bonus commentary episode, we talk about a lot of our favorite characters, scenes and other memorable moments we've had on the show. We talk about some of the behind the scene things when it comes to collaborative storytelling, and even a bit of production. We also share a few outtakes and...

Things are looking really grim as the virus continues to replicate and present in ways that are unexpected. The team does what it can to stave off the attacks, but in the end, it's going to take some intervention from above to get a brief reprieve from the chaos.  System: OpenD6 Adventure, from West End Games CAST: Jordan — The Game Master Aaron — Sam Feluge Ellie — Archi Jeff — Jerr Lan Jere...

Leading up to the final, high flying battle in this one-shot, the cast get's a bit carried away with their use of alliteration and puns. But it all paves the way for some entertaining role playing moments as we pull out all the stops and use all our bag of trick to defeat a giant pumpkin... and it was ridiculously fun! Enjoy! System: Kids On Brooms, by Hunters Entertainment CAST: Aaron -- Aderick...

With this episode, Elements of War becomes our longest running campaign, and we still have so much more story to go. This week, one particular problem spirals quickly out of control, mainly because no one is even aware that the problem exists... and it has put one of our most beloved NPCs in grave danger from the most unlikely of threats. System: OpenD6 Adventure, from West End Games CAST: Jordan...

When the characters realize that they are dealing with magic that is way beyond them, some much simpler options are explored. But of course they don't come without some entertaining complications. System: Kids On Brooms, by Hunters Entertainment CAST: Aaron -- Aderick Lendra Jeff -- Argon Marks Jeremy -- Raphael Tanner Johnny -- Quin Bishop Jordan -- The Head Master Music in the background from Fe...

If the title is any indication, the characters have no idea of the chaos that is about to ensue. This play session also caught most of the cast completely by surprise as well. Alarms sound in the Animal Preserve, and some characters are on the run from the Androids, while others are on the run from each other. But despite the perceived danger, this episode is still only the calm before the storm....

As we begin play, the group is reluctantly teamed up to retrieve an item unique to the Bronx Magical Academy's upcoming Halloween Ball, only to find it has been stolen. As their list of suspects grow, we lean that they have a propensity to rush headlong into danger... well, at least one of them. System: Kids On Brooms, by Hunters Entertainment CAST: Aaron -- Aderick Lendra Jeff -- Argon Marks Jere...

Things are grim as the group enters the animal preserve. The illnesses are more serious than they had realized, and distrust among the group reaches a new height. It seems that this "safe haven" might only be a catalyst for some volatile reactions. System: OpenD6 Adventure, from West End Games CAST: Jordan — The Game Master Aaron — Sam Feluge Ellie — Archi Jeff — Jerr Lan Jeremy — Julian Illix Joh...

We try out the third game in a series by Jonathan Gilmour & Doug Levandowski, which is all about kids at a magical school. In this episode we tackle creation of the school and out characters. It doesn't take us long to use our love of world building to create some zany details that will surely make this story interesting. System: Kids On Brooms, by Hunters Entertainment CAST: Aaron -- Aderick...

Our characters were definitely challenged in this session of play, but we were as players as well. In this commentary, we talk about how although we love the non-linear storytelling method, it was not without its complications. We also touch on the dichotomy of the group coming together but at the same time being on the cusp of something that could tear it apart. System: OpenD6 Adventure, from Wes...

Here is the conclusion of this one-shot series. The group escapes certain death and eventually reconvenes to track down Scorpus. But they can't do it on their own and get the help of a most interesting NPC that steals the show. We also give a brief commentary on the system and how it stacks up to other systems we have played. System: RISUS, by  Cumberland Games & Diversions CAST: Jeff --...

Barely, escaping the threats of the mountain, the characters complete the last leg of their journey on foot, making it to the Animal Preserve. But the trek is still not without some serious complications. As multiple subversive agendas start to come to light it is still unclear how devastating the ramifications will be. System: OpenD6 Adventure, from West End Games CAST: Jordan — The Game Master A...