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Bethany, Rachael, Nick, Chris and Mike share some behind the scenes shenanigans and celebrate a milestone for the podcast: 70,000 downloads! We thank our listeners and answer your questions on the Serviceable Plots and Rumble Squad! Haven’t caught up on both campaigns so far? We have a full recap of episodes 21-26 of Rumble Squad and 21-30 of Serviceable Plots at the end of the episode. Special th...

Scriv, Belinda, and Akiva track down the mysterious artificer and follow her to her workshop. Belinda seizes an opportunity to recruit an ally, and the whole party has a serious conversation about the cycle of life, death, undeath, and constructs.  Special thanks to our Patreon Supporters Matt Fry and Johnny Torres for serving as producers on this episode! Want access to behind the scenes content,...

Scriv questions his decision to not help his childhood friend Orlais, while Belinda and Akiva provide practical insight. The party heads off to the small town of Oakheart to find the mysterious artificer where Scriv and Akiva find themselves in trouble with the law.   Special thanks to our Patreon Supporters Matt Fry and Johnny Torres for serving as producers on this episode! Want access to behind...

Valen takes his paladin oaths and receives a shocking summons. After running some errands, Scriv finally gets to have a private conversation with his childhood friend Orlais, who asks him for a favor.    Special thanks to our Patreon Supporters Matt Fry and Johnny Torres for serving as producers on this episode! Want access to behind the scenes content, unreleased outtakes, and adding to the story...

Nissa’s return to Orinthal reveals her true allegiance! Rumble Squad and Pummel Patrol work together to figure out the extraplanar threats. Luven offers up his artistic talents, Elean contemplates a new tattoo, and Orik defends the quality work of the Holy Forge Company.    Special thanks to our Patreon supporters Matt Fry and Johnny Torres for serving as a Producer on this episode!  Join the DnD...

Separate from our main campaign, in this one shot we imagine what our characters would do in a darker world, where the gods are dead, and most have given up hope. Always on the lookout for adventure, Elean Foxe and Akiva Konshu have taken to the high seas as pirates, doing whatever "work" comes their way. They find themselves in port looking for the next booty when a familiar person shows up in th...

The party concludes their meeting with the Royal Cleric and promises to help him as best they can. While Scriv and Belinda meet with Kanithar over a game of Cataclysm, Akiva and Valen speak with Normoa about getting in contact with Akiva’s friend. Eventually, the party travels to the seedy underbelly of Orinthal to meet with an old friend of Scriv and appreciate her art. Special thanks to our Patr...

Akiva’s show dazzles the people of Orinthal, while an old friend finds Scriv. The shady bard Kanithar returns to collect the amulet that the party has been protecting to be denied. Belinda pushes back and the party meets with person who can give them answers about Tenebrous. Special thanks to our Patreon Supporters Matt Fry and Johnny Torres for serving as producers on this episode! Want access to...

Rumble Squad and Pummel Patrol find Neverhelm has deteriorated since their last visit. As they cautiously move forward, they come to a crossroads. When faced with a powerful foe, should they move with stealth or a javelin?  Special thanks to our Patreon supporters Matt Fry and Johnny Torres for serving as Producers on this episode!  Join the DnD RAW Community Follow us on Twitter @RulesAsWritten o...

Who doesn’t love bloopers? We know we do! We wanted to share some of outtakes from our Rules as Written recordings. Enjoy these behind-the-scenes stories from some awesome DMs: Francesco from Hapless Heroes in the episode Critical Successes and Failures Rob from Nerd’s Commute in the episode Multiclassing Jeremy from Midknight Kingdoms in the episode Jarlaxle   Follow us on twitter @RulesAsWritten...

Akiva’s efforts to learn the panflute are recognized, while Belinda and Scriv finally gets some answers from their library research, but also get some more questions. Belinda’s past starts to catch up with her, as she works to handle some figures who come to find her. Special thanks to our Patreon Supporter Matt Fry and Johnny Torres for serving as Producers on this episode! Follow us on Twitter @...

The Pummel Patrol and Rumble Squad face off! Well, not in combat, in comparing the benefits of divine power, being in touch with nature, and smithing. With their new allies following, Rumble Squad returns to Neverhelm to find what lies ahead.  Special thanks to our Patreon supporter Matt Fry for serving as a Producer on this episode!  Join the DnD RAW Community Follow us on Twitter @RulesAsWritten...

Rose Walsingham shows her authority and offers some maternal advice. Valen recovers after his fight with the mysterious Mavic Thuul. We get a glimpse into Valen’s past he tackles the leader of the sinister press gang. Special thanks to our Patreon Supporter Matt Fry for serving as a Producer on this episode! Follow us on Twitter @RulesAsWritten or email us at dm@dndraw.com . We'd also love to hear...

Who doesn’t love bloopers? We know we do! We wanted to share some of the bloopers from Serviceable Plot’s first three recordings. Prepare for some mild spoilers from episodes 1-11 and lots of Yu-Gi-Oh! references. Want access to behind the scenes content, included unreleased outtakes like these, months ahead of everyone else? We would be thrilled if you support us on Patreon!  Follow us on witter...

Rumble Squad faces off against a fierce spectral antagonist who blocks their path. Nissa and Eryn begin their magical journey to Orinthal on a spectral steed. A new party of adventurers arrives on the scene, and Rumble Squad find themselves reflected in the Pummel Patrol.  Special thanks to our Patreon supporter Matt Fry for serving as a Producer on this episode!  Join the DnD RAW Community Follow...

Scriv takes his gaming to the next level as he enters the Cataclysm tournament, facing off against an old pro: Belinda’s dad! Valen fights it out against all comers until a challenger arrives whose power will not be denied. Dinner with Belinda’s parents proves to be almost too much for Akiva, and Scriv finally gets to provide his case for taking down the press gang. Special thanks to our Patreon S...

Who doesn’t love bloopers? We know we do! We wanted to share some of the bloopers from Rumble Squad’s first three recordings. Prepare for some mild spoilers from episodes 1-10 and the sound of the entire cast making cat noises. Want access to behind the scenes content, included unreleased outtakes like these, months ahead of everyone else? We would be thrilled if you support us on Patreon!  Follow...

Back to Neverhelm. The mysterious fey Bai Agosto returns to Nissa in a dream and shares some tea. While the rest of the squad plans their next steps, Nissa decides to go help Eryn and leaves for Orinthal. And Orik's worst nightmare attacks the party! This is the last episode with Jane playing Nissa in Rumble Squad in this story arc. We will find out about her solo journey in upcoming episodes befo...

Scriv and Akiva put their skills on the line to challenge a series of brutal combatants. Belinda reluctantly cheers from the stands, until the opportunity arrives to give them an edge. Valen finds his path forward in his faith, and the party negotiates a deal with a sketchy artificer.  Special thanks to our Patreon Supporter Matt Fry for serving as a Producer on this episode! Follow us on Twitter...

A wild beast approaches! Rumble Squad is startled when a creature leaps from the woods, and they spring into action. After a wild encounter, Elean has a heart-to-heart with the mysterious Lady of Spirits and works to forge a new path. Special thanks to our Patreon supporter Matt Fry for serving as a Producer on this episode!  Follow us on twitter @RulesAsWritten or email us at dm@dndraw.com . We'd...

Zouless is returned in Orinthal with the dangerous information he learned. The party fails to bond with their half-dwarven contact, and friendly bard, but instead spend time enjoying the game during the feast at Astalda. Valen talks all comers in a tough fight, while Akiva and Scriv’s sparring doesn’t go as planned. Special thanks to our Patreon Supporter Matt Fry for serving as a Producer on this...

Tony, Bethany, Nick, Chris, and Rachael share some behind the scenes shenanigans and celebrate a milestone for the podcast: 50,000 downloads! We thank our listeners and answer your questions on the Serviceable Plots and Rumble Squad! Haven’t caught up on both campaigns so far? We have a full recap of episodes 11-20 from both parties at the end of the episode. Special thanks to our Patreon supporte...

“So is that an all night thing?” In the peaceful forest, Elean longs for connection to her family, and shares her path to find calm. The squad finally gets some answers about that mysterious crystal sphere, after taking numerous precautions! Special thanks to our Patreon supporter Matt Fry for serving as a Producer on this episode!  Follow us on twitter @RulesAsWritten or email us at dm@dndraw.com...

Akiva’s visit to the temple to Nezyllum goes awry, while Scriv’s dreams of serving as a tour guide are dashed. Everyone makes some coin with their brains and brawn in the games at Astalda, the Festival to honor Arlios, earning enough money for a dinner they won’t soon forget. Special thanks to our Patreon Supporter Matt Fry for serving as a Producer on this episode! Follow us on Twitter @RulesAsWr...

After a refreshing romp in a stream, Rumble Squad starts planning their next steps. The Earthen Soul gives them the lay of the land, and Orik thrills at the prospect of forging the ultimate weapon.  Follow us on Twitter  @RulesAsWritten or email us at dm@dndraw.com . We'd love to hear from you! We have our Discord server, which allows us to directly engage with you beyond Twitter.  Join us as we c...