Rated RPG Podcast

Who doesn't love the psychedelic grunge sounds of Washington's very own Screaming Trees? With the gritty yet supple vocals of Mark Lanegan, the Screaming Trees was arguably one of the tastiest flavors of the early 90's scene. Unfortunately, they broke up over 20 years ago - and while Lanegan's solo work has (in this author's opinion) far eclipsed his hits with the Connor brothers, neither he nor t...

The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade comes in hot with all kinds of difficult feelings they need to sort out. There's a good chance they'll do something they'll regret, but that's on brand. Our next livestream happens on Saturday, January 29th at noon Central time. http://twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps  Become a supporter of Rated RPG and we'll be very thankful for it! https://www.patreon.com/ratedrpg

On their side quest smorgasbord, The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade returns to the Wandering Emporium to secure one (1) basic bath for the filthy hag, Red Ruth. They meet a Firbolg and do some shopping in his hole. Dhababbi (and the Aaron who plays him) get drunk and Glubjeg behaves like a grumpy toddler whose mother has taken shopping for clothes all afternoon. Our next livestream is Saturday, January...

In this episode, the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade throws everything they've got at the horned devil, Bitter Breath, and his hobgoblin war party. Will it be enough? Can a T-Rex tip the battle in their favor? How about that evil shield? What happened to the rats?! Our next livestream is Friday, December 17th - you're all caught up and we hope you can join us! twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps Your support can...

"Our halfling was so preoccupied with whether or not they could, that they didn't stop to think if they should." In this episode, the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade gets tactical and attempts to throw down on an Avernus warlord and his army of hobgoblin minions. There's some great combat twists and turns, and probably some moments where the guys really overestimated themselves.  Our next livestream sess...

After stumbling across a down-on-his-luck Smiler the Defiler, the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade make a deal with him. They'll help him take down the three wasteland warlords who kicked his butt, in exchange for whatever soul coins they loot off the bodies (minus 20 percent, Smiler's finders fee). First up, a horned devil named Bitter Breath... Thanks to everyone who has helped get us to episode 60! Thr...

The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade is broke, not a single soul coin among them. Thankfully they've got marketable skills and there's no shortage of dirty deeds to be done in Avernus, so the guys field a few offers and add to their series of side quests. Join us this Saturday, Nov. 13th at 5pm central for our next livestream: twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps You can support Rated RPG via Patreon: Patreon.com/r...

The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade is trying to save Elturel from eternal damnation, but to do that they need soul coins to power their infernal dune buggy and murdercycle. They can get soul coins if they free a Dao from her contract with Zariel, but to do that, they need to ask someone named Red Ruth how to do it. To find Red Ruth, they need to look within a maze-like murder forest... And so that's whe...

With their brand new member, the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade pushes onward to something called The Demon Zapper... Our next livestream is Saturday, November 13th at 5pm central time. twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps Become an official patron of Rated RPG and support us as we continue to invest in equipment, materials, our set, and pizza. patreon.com/ratedrpg

In this episode, the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade SPLITS THE PARTY! Will they succeed in getting Sir Reginald Hamstone out of his contract with the mysterious Mahadi? What exactly is Mahadi's deal? And who has the big balls referenced in this episode's title? The Emporium Entrepreneur Patreon Tier is now LIVE! https://www.patreon.com/ratedrpg Become an Emporium Entrepreneur and you'll create an NPC fo...

The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade wakes from slumbering in Deomond's Tiny, Sexy Hut of Mischief (or whatever it's called today) to find themselves in the middle of The Wandering Emporium. It's here that the meet Sir Reginald Hamstone, who is in a bit of a bind and could use their help. Thanks to all our Patreon supporters, including: Adan R Holly Somers Bosanova Bill Spidey Mouse and Eli Chaffin You ca...

The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade mourns one of their own as hell demonstrates that death can come suddenly for any of them. After a brief memorial service for their fallen friend, the party takes a much needed rest. Given this pause in the action, Emre and the players take a look back at the adventure thus far in a casual and largely unedited recap of Rated RPG: Baldur's Gate - Descent Into Avernus. ...

The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade has split the party, breaking the cardinal rule of D&D.  Their hollyphant guide, Lulu, has been taken away by a hellwasp, so Rayce the Roaster has polymorphed into a giant eagle and has taken off through the smog-choked skies of Avernus to rescue her. Meanwhile, the rest of the GPB is aboard their infernal war machines, driving like the devil to get away from... well.....

Led by the memories of their hollyphant guide, Lulu, the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade arrives at Haruman's Hill to find gruesome reminders that they're still in hell. This episode also features a very personal diversion featuring British rock band, Coldplay. Enjoy! Special thanks to the following beloved Patreon supporters: MannFlesh Valentine Crowley Danny Bell CheeseMaster007 GBSTrek John Mangrum an...

Tearing through the wasteland of Avernus aboard their infernal vehicles, the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade find themselves being pursued by an even bigger demon engine containing a war party of bloodthirsty lycanthropes. Oh, man. This one is classic Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade. Thanks to everyone who joined the July livestream when this episode was recorded. It was Deon's birthday, and our first time back...

The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade retrieved the memories of the hollyphant, Lulu, so now it's off to the wasteland in search of the Sword of Zariel. The hag warlord, Mad Maggie, might arrange transportation - but it's not going to be an easy journey. The wastes of Avernus have horrible infrastructure, and there's no shortage of infernal creatures looking to make a meal of our heroes. Our improved audio...

In this episode, the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade reaps the rewards of being helpful to members of the Fort Knucklebone community. With the hag warlord Mad Maggie swayed to assist them with her magic, the crew goes Inception on their hollyphant friend, Lulu, in search of her lost memories. What will they learn of Zariel, tucked away in Lulu's adorable little brain? Can Mad Maggie be trusted? And will...

The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade continues their campaign to win the hearts and minds of the residents of Fort Knuckebone. It's a dangerous gambit, because violence seems to be the only language most of them understand - but if they play their cards right, they might get the help they need to find Zariel's sword and escape Avernus. Also in this episode, Emre decides that livestream comments that make...

Finally on the surface of Avernus, The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade is healed up, leveled-up, and heading to Fort Knucklebone. According to their hollyphant guide, Lulu, the party can find some help there in locating Zariel's legendary sword. But, what they find is an assortment of oddballs and lunatics who put the ASS in assistance. This episode of the podcast features audio from our final virtual se...

In this episode, the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade attempts to complete an exorcism gone wrong. Meanwhile, Aaron litigates the notion that his character Dhababbi could accidentally drop a sword. It's not just a funny argument about rules and a bad die roll - it also includes some great Dungeon Master insight from Emre. Plus, this episode catches you up just in time for our next livestream THIS SATURDAY...

The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade has failed upward for over forty episodes, but now they're down to the wire to save Koslo from the fatal results of mummy rot. They think they've got one last shot, but only if they can perform a real quick exorcism. Should be really easy and not at all complicated. Thanks to two of our newest Patreon supporters: Spidey Mouse and Eli Chaffin! The new Rated RPG characte...

As the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade heads into a frightful battle against powerful enemies, they're blessed with an amazing new magic item - and our Patreon supporters weighed in to provide the details for what it does and what to call it.  But will it be enough? Will we have to say goodbye to Koslo or Rayce? Can these fools strategy? All these answers - and more - on this very special episode of Rate...

Wackadoodle Stroganoff  1 bugbear ranger 1 diseased, slowly dying druid 1 fire genasi artificer (and his wrench) 1 smart-mouthed halfling 1 definitely evil shield 1 hollyphant 1 undead necromancer various devils, demons, and undead to taste Mix all ingredients, enter into questionable contract with definitely evil shield, and stew until the line between good and evil become blurred.  Thanks to our...

The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade continues their search for Ulder Ravenguard, the Grand Duke of Elturel. Not only can he help them in their quest to save the city of Elturel from eternal damnation, but he's likely their only hope to cure Koslo of his mummy rot.  The gents find themselves in the midst of battle with some skeletal minotaurs. Rayce still can't heal up, but they were holding their own unt...

The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade has certainly seen better days. Mummy rot and life drain has taken a great toll on the party, capping some of the character's hit points near 10hp. Unfortunately, a long rest isn't something they've got time for, because Alder Ravengard has gone missing while he was looking for the Helm of Torm's Sight. Glubjeg's Planar Warrior / Horizon Walker ability has detected a p...