Ned Wilcock

Improv Tabletop

Comedy EN ↓ 299 episodes

All tabletop RPGs require some improv, but what if you lean into the improv as much as possible? Join our cast of trained improvisers and tabletop enthusiasts as we switch off between short-form and long-form RPG campaigns using a whole slew of different game systems, all with an emphasis on collaborative discovery and high-quality performance. ”Short-form campaigns”, you ask? In these campaigns, we create and explore a brand-new world from scratch every month using the Fate Accelerated RPG system! When we sit down to record, nobody—not even the GM—knows who their characters are, or what the s...

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Ned Wilcock

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[BONUS] Sonic the Hedgehog: Zone Rangers (Part 4) 19.08.2023 43:09

In which the lads finally finish this surprisingly long read-through! The book read in this episode is Sonic the Hedgehog Adventure Gamebook 2: Zone Rangers by James Wallis. Massive thanks to all our lovely patrons who made this episode possible! (And thanks to 8-Bit Book Club for their inspiration! Murph you're my hero, please don't be mad at us for borrowing your idea.) • • • Patreon: patreon.co...

Blades in the Daofei 29—The Reveal 16.08.2023 41:29

Enough working in the shadows, it's time to let the world know who The Masked Spirits are! Weiyong kisses a baby. Tonan commands the spirits. Ciwei wonders if there's anything he can punch around here. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@gmail.com Donations: ko-fi.com/improvtabletop • • • Audio Credits Blades in t...

Blades in the Daofei 28—Devil’s Bargains 09.08.2023 50:05

Needless to say, the dynamic has shifted a little bit now that Weiyong has discovered the truth about his lineage. But now that they have the truth, what do they do with that information? Ciwei faces a lover. Tonan faces his family. Weiyong faces an immortal. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@gmail.com Donations...

Blades in the Daofei 27—Hu’s Your Daddy? 02.08.2023 52:38

All right, we've started a war... Now how do we get Weiyong on the throne? Ciwei trains with Dae. Tonan finishes organizing a coup. Weiyong discovers some very big things about himself. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@gmail.com Donations: ko-fi.com/improvtabletop • • • Audio Credits Blades in the Daofei’s them...

Blades in the Daofei 26—In Which the Lads Start a War 26.07.2023 57:35

So you need to start a war, eh? But you don't wanna get implicated as being part of the war, eh? Hmm... Guess it's time to live up to the name "scoundrel"! Tonan uses that sweet, sweet new earthbending. Weiyong becomes a horror movie. Ciwei SMASH. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@gmail.com Donations: ko-fi.com/...

[BONUS] Sonic the Hedgehog: Zone Rangers (Part 3) 22.07.2023 1:00:29

Check out James Wallis's podcast, Ludonarrative Dissidents, at ludonarrativedissidents.com , or wherever you get your podcasts! The book read in this episode is Sonic the Hedgehog Adventure Gamebook 2: Zone Rangers by James Wallis. Massive thanks to all our lovely patrons who made this episode possible! (And thanks to 8-Bit Book Club for their inspiration! Murph you're my hero, please don't be mad...

Blades in the Daofei 25—Entanglements 19.07.2023 51:04

All the original members of the Masked Spirits are back in the physical world, but their work is far from over. Time to turn the city on its ear! Ciwei makes a very big sale. Weiyong hits the books. Tonan starts organizing a coup. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@gmail.com Donations: ko-fi.com/improvtabletop •...

Blades in the Daofei 24—Convergence 12.07.2023 45:28

What will happen when our two separate crews find themselves on opposite sides of a spirit portal? Kenai follows the faceless. Kitchi faces her past. Weiyong solidifies friendships. Ciwei rings the bowl. Dae opens a door. Tonan makes a bold request. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@gmail.com Donations: ko-fi.co...

Blades in the Daofei 23—Carol of the Bowls 05.07.2023 46:09

🎵 Ding dong the bowls / Big copper bowls / All seem to say / Take your face away 🎵 Our scoundrels discovered a lot of big, crazy stuff last week. Now that the singing bowl room is finally finished, what will their next step be? Ciwei holds to his honor. Dae plays the father figure. Tonan gives his boss a little call. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikT...

Blades in the Daofei 22—The Jennah Situation 28.06.2023 49:32

It's been a wild time for the Masked Spirits. Time to interrogate their prisoner, and have a bit of nice, relaxing, low-stakes downtime, right? Ciwei blows off some steam. Tonan FINISHES THE SINGING BOWL. Dae learns things he wasn't ready to learn. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@gmail.com Donations: ko-fi.com...

Blades in the Daofei 21—Cycle of Death and Rebirth 21.06.2023 49:57

Nearing the top of Hai-Riyo Peak, Dr. Hu and Companions try to decide how best to make it past the final obstacle lying between them and Koh's lair. Kenai meets an old acquaintance. Weiyong conjures a memory. Kitchi yells at some dandelions. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@gmail.com Donations: ko-fi.com/improv...

[BONUS] Sonic the Hedgehog: Zone Rangers (Part 2) 17.06.2023 46:34

Jeez, how much faster do we gotta go? Anyway, you know what's up. It's spin-dashing time! The book read in this episode is Sonic the Hedgehog Adventure Gamebook 2: Zone Rangers by James Wallis. Massive thanks to all our lovely patrons who made this episode possible! (And thanks to 8-Bit Book Club for their inspiration! Murph you're my hero, please don't be mad at us for borrowing your idea.) • • •...

Blades in the Daofei 20—Church Brawl 14.06.2023 54:23

Well, this sermon sure took a turn. Tonan attempts an exorcism. Dae takes a prisoner. Ciwei punches somebody's face off? • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@gmail.com Donations: ko-fi.com/improvtabletop • • • Audio Credits Blades in the Daofei’s theme song is “Marauders in the Daofei” by Ned Wilcock. ImpTab Avatar...

Blades in the Daofei 19—Whispers in the Wind 07.06.2023 44:28

Not all voices in the Spirit World have mouths. What are they trying to tell our heroes? Kitchi opens up. Kenai withers. Weiyong drops a nuke. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@gmail.com Donations: ko-fi.com/improvtabletop • • • Audio Credits Blades in the Daofei’s theme song is “Marauders in the Daofei” by Ned...

[BONUS] Meet the Cast—Thomas Ryan 31.05.2023 33:43

Our newest cast member takes the spotlight today! Thomas Ryan may not have trained in acting like the rest of us, but he's got some great insights about how to be a good player, even if you find yourself surrounded by a bunch of weirdo actors. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@gmail.com Donations: ko-fi.com/imp...

[BONUS] Sonic the Hedgehog: Zone Rangers (Part 1) 27.05.2023 45:28

SONIC IS BACK. The book read in this episode is Sonic the Hedgehog Adventure Gamebook 2: Zone Rangers by James Wallis. Massive thanks to all our lovely patrons who made this episode possible! (And thanks to 8-Bit Book Club for their inspiration! Murph you're my hero, please don't be mad at us for borrowing your idea.) • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTo...

Blades in the Daofei 18—Doctor Hu and His Adopted Grandparents 24.05.2023 48:02

With his destination chosen, it's time for Weiyong to climb the lofty Hai-Riyo Peak with his unexpected new companions. But what will the run into on the way up the mountainside? Kitchi gets her groove back. Kenai tries some diplomacy. Weiyong performs some field surgery. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@gmail....

Blades in the Daofei 17—Enter the Spirit World 17.05.2023 46:44

Well, Doctor Hu, looks like you've found yourself hopping between the worlds! Who will help poor Weiyong find his way back to Ba Sing Se? • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@gmail.com Donations: ko-fi.com/improvtabletop • • • Audio Credits Blades in the Daofei’s theme song is “Marauders in the Daofei” by Ned Wilco...

Blades in the Daofei 16—Meeting Brother Hotaru 10.05.2023 53:51

Turns out Gecko Jr. and Gami the Kite have some BIG plans for the future of the Ba Sing Se underground! But first, a much smaller mission—go talk with Brother Hotaru of The Lamplighters. A simple job, right? Tonan gets invited to church. Ciwei blocks the view. Weiyong gets his doctorate. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: Impro...

Blades in the Daofei 15—Downtime 03.05.2023 45:33

With Gecko Jr. and Gami the Kite now safe in their hideout, the Masked Spirits take a moment to regroup before figuring out what their new allies wanted to talk about in the first place. Weiyong returns. Ciwei practices his trade. Tonan straight up learns how to summon spirits. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@...

Blades in the Daofei 14—Out of Timeout 26.04.2023 46:17

Tea dates aside, the Masked Spirits gotta do something about their captured allies. How can they get them back, and how can Ciwei make sure the shirshus are involved?... Tonan pulls a power play. Dae invents a very cool weapon. Ciwei makes sure the shirshus are involved. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@gmail.c...

Blades in the Daofei 13—The Dae Has Come 19.04.2023 49:08

Following a very surprising claim, the Masked Spirits regroup to figure out what to do about the shirshus, and how to find Gecko Jr. and Gami the Kite. Ciwei fixes up the shop. Tonan has an identity crisis. Weiyong gets his fortune told. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@gmail.com Donations: ko-fi.com/improvtabl...

Blades in the Daofei 12—Vice Dean of Invertebrates 12.04.2023 46:31

Why would the Masked Spirits get called to an active crime investigation scene? Are they being set up? And where are the other Daofei leaders they were supposed to meet up with? Tonan extolls the virtues of bumble-slugs. Weiyong gets put on a mailing list. Ciwei has an encounter with a shirshu. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email...

Blades in the Daofei 11—Give Me a Little Smile 05.04.2023 45:51

In the wake of some really big secrets being revealed, what direction will the Masked Spirits go for their next score? Weiyong seeks Brother Hotaru. Ciwei enters his emo phase. Tonan speaks with his patron. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@gmail.com Donations: ko-fi.com/improvtabletop • • • Audio Credits Blades...

[BONUS] Meet the Cast—Evan Peterson 29.03.2023 50:15

You've been hearing his voice since the very first episode of Improv Tabletop, but who is this mysterious man named Evan Peterson? Let's find out as we talk about everything from Evan's first experience watching improv, to why he feels bitter about playing Monks. • • • Patreon: patreon.com/improvtabletop Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @ImprovTabletop Email: ImprovTabletop@gmail.com Dona...