Gamewoven

Gamewoven

Fiction EN ↓ 140 episodes

Gamewoven is an Actual Play podcast born from a frivolous idea that we think has been bubbling under the surface of AP for a few years now. You've heard of building a setting with The Quiet Year and then playing in that setting, but at Gamewoven we ask "can we go deeper?" Our goal is to build an entire world one game at a time. Rather than write out our worldbuilding ideas to make them coherent and internally consistent, we will pick a game every 2-4 weeks and see what kind of world emerges through play. If we find an interesting thread we have to leave behind, we might revisit it with another...

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Gamewoven

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Fiction

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Latest episode

Jun 30, 2026

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Episodes

City Planning Department 4: Urban Renewal 10.03.2025

The City Planning Department decides to start over, removing one of their problems as they attempt to deal with the others while also expanding the city.

City Planning Department 3: Sportswashing 03.03.2025

We build a secret barracks, a medical institution, and a dock. None of these happen without much discussion. And soon, we will have more challenges. https://kaelandm.itch.io/city-planning-department Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://bsky.app/profile/gamewoven.bsky.social Support us: https://www.pat...

City Planning Department 2: Bone White and Bottle Green 24.02.2025

Negotiations happen. Locals are walled off. A prison is built. Then the second term begins with the blossoming of a rebellion and the tidings of impending war. https://kaelandm.itch.io/city-planning-department Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://bsky.app/profile/gamewoven.bsky.social Support us: http...

City Planning Department 1: For the Birds 17.02.2025

We take a step into the Undying Empire to witness the creation of a new city, courtesy of the designated city planners. https://kaelandm.itch.io/city-planning-department Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://bsky.app/profile/gamewoven.bsky.social https://twitter.com/gamewoven Support us: https://www.pa...

Cross Stitch 4 Part 3: Back Where We Started 03.02.2025

The last part of our talkback for the Wandering Bridge arc, before we dive into the next chapter.

Cross Stitch 4 Part 2: All or Nothing 27.01.2025

We discuss the development of Tarsig and the implications of the strange things that came with it.

Cross Stitch 4 Part 1: Water, Memories, and What We Leave Behind 20.01.2025

We bring Meghan Cross in to discuss the first half of the wandering bridge arc, including the game she created.

The Quiet Year 12: Óro, Sé Do Bheatha ‘Bhaile 09.12.2024

The Overtonians do what they can to prepare for what comes next. They find some unexpected survivors and celebrate life through song and dance before discussing what they are willing to die for. While some remain behind, many chose to return home, to Zehollow, and the Council of Grey. https://buriedwithoutceremony.com/the-quiet-year Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by...

The Quiet Year 11: What Returns Home 02.12.2024

https://buriedwithoutceremony.com/the-quiet-year Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://bsky.app/profile/gamewoven.bsky.social https://twitter.com/gamewoven Support us: https://www.patreon.com/Gamewoven Our contributors: Rob B Rolling @‌robbrolling Lex Olden @‌callmethey Zadkiel Vaske-Huff @‌zadkielingr...

The Quiet Year 10: Reprise and Recollection 25.11.2024

The Overtonians discover the unsettling truth behind the missing Prism, and see the destruction caused by its removal. Then they discover the fae living within the trees and how to communicate with them. A vision is shared of what awaits them when the bridge returns to Zehollow. The excitement caused by this vision indirectly leads to someone discovering a new magic involving memory. https://burie...

The Quiet Year 9: Winter in The Twin’s Cradle 18.11.2024

The bridge arrives in the Twin Cradle Valley, and Overton witnesses what remains of Velekalum. They have to quickly adjust to the sudden winter, but help comes in an unexpected form with a hidden cost. https://buriedwithoutceremony.com/the-quiet-year Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://bsky.app/profi...

Before the Flood 5: Enough for Us 11.11.2024

We take one last look around Velkalum and the people that call it home. It was quite a lovely place. Too bad it will not last. https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/clawhammer-games/before-the-flood-a-6-person-utopic-map-making-ttrpg#top Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://bsky.app/profile/gamewoven.b...

Before the Flood 4: Among and Between 04.11.2024

The king in green causes chaos in the Whispering Woods with his magic acorns. A moat has been carved next to a hot springs, that is actually the mouth of a super volcano. This canal has a spirit attached to it, and that spirit has a purpose, but no one remembers what it is. https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/clawhammer-games/before-the-flood-a-6-person-utopic-map-making-ttrpg#top Join the commun...

Before the Flood 3: Reflections 28.10.2024

We find a prism that can transport people where they think they want to go, or so the stories say. A stoic soul cries for the first time in the face of a much needed reminder of a happier time. The people of the valley find a way to communicate with the fungal fairies. Then, something strange happens at the Prism. https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/clawhammer-games/before-the-flood-a-6-person-ut...

Before the Flood 2: Harmonies 21.10.2024

We continue exploring this whimsical place of magic and mystery, looking occasionally to the people who lived there. https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/clawhammer-games/before-the-flood-a-6-person-utopic-map-making-ttrpg#top Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://bsky.app/profile/gamewoven.bsky.social...

Before the Flood 1: You Can’t Wake Up if You Don’t Fall Asleep 14.10.2024

We begin to craft a land long lost, using a game gifted to us by the creators. An interesting land full of whimsy brought to life by a procedural game that feels like it was written for our table specifically. https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/clawhammer-games/before-the-flood-a-6-person-utopic-map-making-ttrpg#top Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios...

The Quiet Year 8: Hexontology 30.09.2024

Mysteries continue to abound in Dau Litheria. Will the Overtonians learn the lesson they were sent here for, or will their home crumble within this once great city? https://buriedwithoutceremony.com/the-quiet-year Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://bsky.app/profile/gamewoven.bsky.social https://twit...

The Quiet Year 7: Picking Up Bricks 23.09.2024

Discontent continues to brew within the fallen city of Dau Litheria as the Overtonians continue to struggle to survive in an increasingly haunted and increasingly hostile environment. https://buriedwithoutceremony.com/the-quiet-year Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://bsky.app/profile/gamewoven.bsky....

The Quiet Year 6: Fall in Dau Latheria 16.09.2024

The bridge finds itself in a desolate, cursed city, just as their morale begins to crumble. What ruin will this bring upon the people of Overton? https://buriedwithoutceremony.com/the-quiet-year Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://bsky.app/profile/gamewoven.bsky.social https://twitter.com/gamewoven S...

Echoes of the Lost City - We always think we have more time 09.09.2024

We delve into what records remain of the Lost City. https://meghanlynnftw.itch.io/echoes-of-the-lost-city

Oh Captain, My Captain 2: The Prize We’ve Sought 02.09.2024

Certain truths start inching towards the light as the crew draws closer to the prize. This power comes with a price, and not all answers will be found before they get there. https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Ultimate-RPG-Series-Presents-Oh-Captain-My-Captain!/James-D-Amato/Ultimate-Role-Playing-Game-Series/9781507222829

Oh Captain, My Captain 1: Grim And Daring 26.08.2024

A crew has formed around a captain who practices alchemy and has perfected the art of violence. As they fall on hard times, those most loyal to her join her on a quest to find a prize that will fix everything. https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Ultimate-RPG-Series-Presents-Oh-Captain-My-Captain!/James-D-Amato/Ultimate-Role-Playing-Game-Series/9781507222829

The Quiet Year 5: Honey Cakes 19.08.2024

The people of Overton continue to leave a lasting, mostly positive impact on the town of Tarsig until it is time for the bridge to leave once more. https://buriedwithoutceremony.com/the-quiet-year Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://bsky.app/profile/gamewoven.bsky.social https://twitter.com/gamewoven...

Patchwork: Oh Captain, My Captain - Six Knives 15.08.2024

We brought on the lovely James D'Amato to run his new game, and shenanigans ensue. https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Ultimate-RPG-Series-Presents-Oh-Captain-My-Captain!/James-D-Amato/Ultimate-Role-Playing-Game-Series/9781507222829

The Quiet Year 4: Summer in Tarsig 12.08.2024

The Bridge has arrived in Tarsig, bringing with it an unexpected wave of change. And an unsettling amount of flying scorpions. Also ghosts and all manner of strange magic. https://buriedwithoutceremony.com/the-quiet-year Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://bsky.app/profile/gamewoven.bsky.social https...

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