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Our heroes return home to report on their findings from the fantastical world. Jake discovers a problem with an old enemy. Tass continues his streak of smelling awful. TJ uncovers a strange phenomenon. As they reorient themselves in their own bodies, the boys have to think quickly to save Indianapolis from an unexpected development. ------  You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get m...

Part 4 of the Let's Play for Band of Blades by Stras Acimovic and John LeBoeuf-Little.  Find out more about Band of Blades at www.evilhat.com/home/band-of-blades/  Hear more of The Critshow, an actual play podcast focused on PBtA games (First season, Monster of the Week, Second season Dungeon World), on iTunes, PodBean, Google Podcast or anywhere you get your podcasts. ------  You can support The...

Part 3 of the Let's Play for Band of Blades by Stras Acimovic and John LeBoeuf-Little.  Find out more about Band of Blades at www.evilhat.com/home/band-of-blades/  Hear more of The Critshow, an actual play podcast focused on PBtA games (First season, Monster of the Week, Second season Dungeon World), on iTunes, PodBean, Google Podcast or anywhere you get your podcasts. ------  You can support The...

Part 2 of the Let's Play for Band of Blades by Stras Acimovic and John LeBoeuf-Little.  Find out more about Band of Blades at www.evilhat.com/home/band-of-blades/  Hear more of The Critshow, an actual play podcast focused on PBtA games (First season, Monster of the Week, Second season Dungeon World), on iTunes, PodBean, Google Podcast or anywhere you get your podcasts. ------  You can support The...

Part 1 of the Let's Play for Band of Blades by Stras Acimovic and John LeBoeuf-Little.  Find out more about Band of Blades at www.evilhat.com/home/band-of-blades/  Hear more of The Critshow, an actual play podcast focused on PBtA games (First season, Monster of the Week, Second season Dungeon World), on iTunes, PodBean, Google Podcast or anywhere you get your podcasts. ------  You can support The...

Our heroes face a final obstacle to be free of Tombwall with their prize. Tass finds an interesting new item. TJ discovers a new addiction. Jake displays a brand new song. In order to safeguard their home dimension as well as keep their promise to Nyx, the boys must overcome traps, curses, and elemental magic. ------  You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual...

Our heroes make their way back into Tombwall in hopes of securing the portal back to their home. Jake uses a campfire to defeat a foe. Tass shows Nyx the tactic called ‘kiting.’ TJ makes use of his new belt. With a greater knowledge of the caverns, and a little more prep, can the boys and their new friend do a better job than the first expedition? Or will they meet a worse fate? ------  You can su...

Our heroes reach Knottermore by the Bay, where they finally begin to understand the scope of what’s happening in this world. TJ meets a new friend in a tavern. Tass learns more about the unusual coloring of animals. Jake leads the charge on a shopping spree. With grave revelations about what’s behind, and an urgent understanding of what’s ahead, the boys need to act quickly to safeguard their home...

Our heroes trek through the forest towards civilization, having escaped the goblin stronghold. Jake finds himself seeing double. TJ is forced to attack a friend. Tass sniffs out some trouble. They quickly discover that this new world holds dangers at every corner, and that even in the seeming safety of a group, not all might be what it seems.  ------  You can support The Critshow through our Patre...

Part 4 of the Let's Play for Demigods, a new PBtA game by Jason Mills. Find out more about Demigods at: https://demigodspbta.com/ https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/demigods/demigods/ Hear more of The Critshow, an actual play podcast focused on PBtA games (First season, Monster of the Week, Second season Dungeon World), on iTunes, PodBean, Google Podcast or anywhere you get your podcasts. ------...

Part 3 of the Let's Play for Demigods, a new PBtA game by Jason Mills. Find out more about Demigods at: https://demigodspbta.com/ https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/demigods/demigods/ Hear more of The Critshow, an actual play podcast focused on PBtA games (First season, Monster of the Week, Second season Dungeon World), on iTunes, PodBean, Google Podcast or anywhere you get your podcasts. ------...

Part 2 of the Let's Play for Demigods, a new PBtA game by Jason Mills. Find out more about Demigods at: https://demigodspbta.com/ https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/demigods/demigods/ Hear more of The Critshow, an actual play podcast focused on PBtA games (First season, Monster of the Week, Second season Dungeon World), on iTunes, PodBean, Google Podcast or anywhere you get your podcasts. ------...

Part 1 of the Let's Play for Demigods, a new PBtA game by Jason Mills. Find out more about Demigods at: https://demigodspbta.com/ https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/demigods/demigods/ Hear more of The Critshow, an actual play podcast focused on PBtA games (First season, Monster of the Week, Second season Dungeon World), on iTunes, PodBean, Google Podcast or anywhere you get your podcasts. ------...

Our heroes have reached the end of the caves, but their fight is far from over. TJ proves that dwarves have a knack for acrobatics. Jake finds a magical item in the middle of the fray. Tass attempts to ferry the goblins’ prisoners to safety. With freedom in sight and a massive foe blocking their way, the boys must utilize the new skills and magic they’ve acquired, or perish to flame and sword. ---...

Our heroes start to get a handle on their abilities, but are faced with ever-growing danger on their ascent from the cavern. TJ gets trapped by two ferocious beasts. Tass faces an opponent similar to himself. Jake attempts to use his song to sway a crowd. With swords, claws, and flames in pursuit, their escape is in dire jeopardy. ------  You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get mor...

Our heroes begin to learn more about their new bodies and the nature of this world. Jake makes impressive use of his archery skill. Tass has a close encounter with a boulder. TJ thinks he has spotted the way out of the dungeon. As various fantastical creatures attempt to impede the boys’ progress, they must unlock the secrets of skill and magic hidden within their new forms. ------  You can suppor...

Our heroes, on a trek to find James Tincher, have made their first jump through the dimensional portal. Tass bears through a fight. Jake is driven to sing his heart out. TJ has a theory about the odd state in which they find themselves. The boys must attempt to discern their new reality as they hack and slash their way to safety. If they cannot defy danger from every corner, any moment could be th...

Join the cast as they discuss their year-long journey to build the ‘Other Side of the Coin’ universe. They dig into their victories and losses, their favorite moments, NPCs loved and lost, and more. And stay tuned after the episode for a Season 2 prologue... ------  You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and m...

Join the cast as they discuss their year-long journey to build the ‘Other Side of the Coin’ universe. They dig into their victories and losses, their favorite moments, NPCs loved and lost, and more. And stay tuned after the episode for a Season 1 epilogue... ------  You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and m...

After discovering their missing spell component, our heroes must figure out a way to assist a new frenemy. TJ endures a stint of bad luck. Jake engages in battle with an Escalade. Tass makes a fool of himself...on purpose? With devils at the door, and an innocent man’s life on the line, the boys must come together with a plan or chance gaining the ire of an old and powerful force. ------  You can...

In the aftermath of the assault of Nash’s sanctum, our heroes scramble to get their friends to safety. Tass deals with a forgotten danger. Jake discovers a way to get Ori and Malia to a faraway haven. TJ solves a problem with a missing spell component. The boys have a lot of preparation before stepping through a portal into another world. But first, they must say goodbye to their friends and allie...

In the belly of the beast, our heroes have the chance to change the game in their favor. Jake finds a clue to Nash’s power. TJ encounters the keeper of the submarine’s defenses. Tass holds back the horrifying homunculi. With a list of goals to accomplish, the boys are hard-pressed to succeed before literally drowning in the blood of their enemies. ------  You can support The Critshow through our P...

As part of our 1 year celebration, we are releasing the first episode of the patreon exclusive Investigate the History for all to hear! If deep dives into monsters, myths, and magic are your thing, you can join us at https://www.patreon.com/TheCritshow where a new episode of Investigate the History is released every month. ------  You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly...

As part of our 1 year celebration, we are releasing the first episode of the patreon exclusive Hero Salad for all to hear! If you like what you hear, you can join the club at https://www.patreon.com/TheCritshow where new episodes of Hero Salad are released 4 times a month. ------  You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord c...

The plan gets set into motion to siege the lair of their enemy. TJ makes some adjustments to a familiar vehicle. Tass recruits someone with a similar goal to their own. Jake acquires a powerful gift for the strike team. The boys gather up their friends to prepare for the opportunity of a lifetime... to ruin Nash’s plans, and save the universe. ------  You can support The Critshow through our Patre...