The Apocalypse Players

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An RPG actual play podcast, specialising in Call of Cthulhu and other horror games. Dice-driven cosmic horrors provided by Dominic Allen, Joseph Chance, Danann McAleer and Dan Wheeler. Follow us on Twitter: @ApocPlayersInstagram: @ApocalypsePlayersFacebook: The Apocalypse PlayersWeb: www.apocalypseplayers.com

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Saturnine Chalice 01: ’Gabriel The Herald’ | Call of Cthulhu Actual Play 21.03.2022 1:31:28

In which three runaway career criminals run out of gas and descend upon a wealthy household in the countryside, but discover them to be more welcoming than desired. Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horrors in return. Additional music ‘Livery Stable Blues’ from Wikicommons The Apocalypse Players are: Dominic Allen @DomJAllen J...

Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 12 FINALE: ‘Is That The Good Stuff?’ 28.02.2022 1:25:22

In which the cold war between the factions rapidly heats up and reaches boiling point, as a beautiful but terrifying cosmic horror threatens to engulf the whole party. (Statement on current events below) THE CONCLUDING EPISODE of a Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Bret Kramer, set in Stalinist Russia. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, an...

Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 11: ‘The Crater’ 28.02.2022 48:44

In which the temporary glasnost is replaced by skrytnost, a new camp is made, a watch is set, words are whispered in the darkness, and the sense of an ending approaches... (Statement on current events below) A Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Bret Kramer, set in Stalinist Russia. Episodes released weekly. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast...

Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 10: ‘A Shimmer on the Horizon’ 21.02.2022 55:56

In which a temporary accord is reached, a rousing speech is given, and the party take their leave of the Tractor Station. Major Kopolev finally combines the correct items in his inventory to reveal vital information..but is it too late? A Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Bret Kramer, set in Stalinist Russia. Episodes released weekly. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help...

Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 09: ‘The Lieutenant’ 14.02.2022 41:22

In which the Doctor's paranoia increases, the Major's patience grows thin, and the Lieutenant's hand is forced... A Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Bret Kramer, set in Stalinist Russia. Episodes released weekly. The Apocalypse Players are: Dominic Allen @DomJAllen Joseph Chance @JosephChance2 Danann McAleer @DanannMcAleer Dan Wheeler @DanWheelerUK With additional vocals by Jeany Spark @JeanySpark...

Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 08: ‘The Meteor Shower’ 07.02.2022 42:09

In which stars fall from the skies, and scales fall from the eyes... A Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Bret Kramer, set in Stalinist Russia. Episodes released weekly. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horrors in return. Additional music ‘Livery Stable Blues’ from Wikicommons The Apocalypse Players are: Dominic...

Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 07: ‘Iurenkovo’ 31.01.2022 1:09:41

In which Lieutenant Fyodorov, Major Kopolev, and Captain Triepinov visit a nearby Kolkhoz and examine its rusty infrastructure, while Doctor Liubimova puts his equally rusty medical skills to the test... A Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Bret Kramer, set in Stalinist Russia. Episodes released weekly. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast,...

Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 06: ‘Comrade Doctor’ 24.01.2022 1:02:42

In which bones are examined, bowels are moved, a day trip is proposed, and the Doctor awakes feeling...listless. A Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Bret Kramer, set in Stalinist Russia. Episodes released weekly. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horrors in return. Additional music ‘Livery Stable Blues’ from Wikic...

Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 05: ‘Some Things Are Best Forgotten’ 17.01.2022 57:59

In which cards are shown, threats are made, shots are fired, and various other methods of communication are deployed, as the the rival factions continue their tactical dance... A Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Bret Kramer, set in Stalinist Russia. Episodes released weekly. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horro...

A Christmas Inheritance 08 FINALE: ‘Epiphany’ 11.01.2022 1:24:29

In which the centre of the maze is found, and all is revealed. A festive Call of Cthulhu scenario by Danann McAleer. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horrors in return. Additional music ‘Livery Stable Blues’ from Wikicommons The Apocalypse Players are: Dominic Allen @DomJAllen Joseph Chance @JosephChance2...

A Christmas Inheritance 07: ‘Oh, Whistle, And I’ll Come To You, My Lad’ 07.01.2022 1:27:05

In which a kedgeree breakfast gives our investigators time to make a plan, the herb garden proves unpalatable, and the maze has a familiar face. A festive Call of Cthulhu scenario by Danann McAleer. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horrors in return. Additional music ‘Livery Stable Blues’ from Wikicommons Th...

A Christmas Inheritance 06: ‘The Holly Bears A Bark’ 03.01.2022 1:09:47

In which our investigators attempt to commune with the possibly living, the groundskeeper is subjected to an offensive charm offensive, and the garden shrubbery seems to have a life - and face - of its own. A festive Call of Cthulhu scenario by Danann McAleer. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horrors in retu...

A Christmas Inheritance 05: ‘Hide And Seek’ 27.12.2021 1:00:35

In which all our investigators find themselves playing a game quite unwittingly. A festive Call of Cthulhu scenario by Danann McAleer. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horrors in return. Additional music ‘Livery Stable Blues’ from Wikicommons The Apocalypse Players are: Dominic Allen @DomJAllen Joseph Chance...

A Christmas Inheritance 04: ‘A Sort Of... Dog’ 24.12.2021 59:23

In which a new friend is made and an old friend is lost, and the house and gardens are found to be the home of all creatures great and small. A festive Call of Cthulhu scenario by Danann McAleer. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horrors in return. Additional music ‘Livery Stable Blues’ from Wikicommons The A...

A Christmas Inheritance 03: ‘Two Kings’ 20.12.2021 49:42

In which our investigators wrack their brains to remember their Latin, and reflect on the dangers of wild animals in small libraries. A festive Call of Cthulhu scenario by Danann McAleer. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horrors in return. Additional music ‘Livery Stable Blues’ from Wikicommons The Apocaly...

A Christmas Inheritance 02: ‘A Game of Bear’ 13.12.2021 44:23

In which our investigators arrive at Warham Hall, only for the vicar to be bothered by a Bible verse, the mesmerist to be bothered by nocturnal visitors, and his lordship to be bothered by his friends. A festive Call of Cthulhu scenario by Danann McAleer. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horrors in return. A...

A Christmas Inheritance 01: ‘A Partridge and a Dead Tree’ | Call of Cthulhu Actual Play 06.12.2021 1:13:11

In which our investigators learn that one of them stands to inherit a Norfolk pile, and are slowed in their journey by locals, publicans, birds, woodlice, headwear, and a tree... at least. A festive Call of Cthulhu scenario by Danann McAleer. Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horrors in return. Additional music ‘Livery Stable...

Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 04: ‘The Doll and the Skull’ 29.11.2021 45:30

In which the doctor grows in confidence as he issues advice to the troops based on his theories—but not everyone appreciates his input. A Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Bret Kramer, set in Stalinist Russia. Episodes released weekly. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horrors in return. Additional music ‘Livery St...

Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 03: ‘The Rural Electrification Truck’ 22.11.2021 57:40

In which the tractor station reveals more of its grim secrets, leading to alarming theories about its previous occupants. Meanwhile, suspicions of disloyalty begin to arise... A Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Bret Kramer, set in Stalinist Russia. Episodes released weekly. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horror...

Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 02: ‘The Silo’ 15.11.2021 1:14:52

In which the Red Army and Telegraph Service agents arrive at the Tractor Station, investigations begin, and a variety of unsettling discoveries are made... A Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Bret Kramer, set in Stalinist Russia. Episodes released weekly. The Apocalypse Players are: Dominic Allen @DomJAllen Joseph Chance @JosephChance2 Danann McAleer @DanannMcAleer Dan Wheeler @DanWheelerUK With add...

Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37 01: ‘The Rabbit’ | Call of Cthulhu Actual Play 08.11.2021 1:20:35

In which the Red Army are tasked with assisting the Telegraph Service of the Soviet Union in the investigation and repair of damaged lines at MTSKh-37. A Call of Cthulhu Scenario by Bret Kramer, set in Stalinist Russia. Episodes released weekly. Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horrors in return. Additional music ‘Livery Stab...

Allhallowstide 03 FINALE: ‘Hollow Hills’ 01.11.2021 54:09

In wych corruption is reveal’d, whilst chaos & confusion reigne. A THREE-part Hallowe'en special from the Apocalypse Players, using the Dee Sanction RPG system. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horrors in return. Additional music ‘Livery Stable Blues’ from Wikicommons The Apocalypse Players are: Domini...

Allhallowstide 02: ‘Monolithic Hierogasm’ 31.10.2021 1:00:33

In wych Magicke Wordes are spoken & Anciente Seales are broken, & Evrythinge is withe an E... A THREE-part Hallowe'en special from the Apocalypse Players, using the Dee Sanction RPG system. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horrors in return. Additional music ‘Livery Stable Blues’ from Wikicommons T...

Allhallowstide 01: ‘Marked by Death’ | Dee Sanction Actual Play 30.10.2021 1:13:39

In wych certaine Agentes fynde themselves Bounde Together by an Debte, and learne What it is to Pretende... A three-part Hallowe'en special from the Apocalypse Players, using the Dee Sanction RPG system. Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horrors in return. Additional music ‘Livery Stable Blues’ from Wikicommons The Apocalyps...

The Crack’d and Crook’d Manse 07 FINALE: ‘Spores’ 26.10.2021 1:06:13

In which the investigators attempt to survive and keep their heads, if not their other appendages. “Almost nobody dances sober, unless they happen to be insane.” - H.P. Lovecraft. A Call of Cthulhu scenario. Episodes released weekly. PATREON NOW LIVE! Visit www.patreon.com/apocalypseplayers to help us continue making the podcast, and receive exclusive horrors in return. Additional music ‘Livery...