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Special: Wamberbash stands in the shambles of what was once the Midnight Market. He's stunned by what's just happened, but not so much that he can't appreciate his ever-growing power. Join us as we talk through what Michael picks up for his favorite character!

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• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

• TribalDrums.wav is a copyright of HerbertBoland

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Elven Dirge - I Lament - Score Music, by Richard Daskas

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Ep 138: The Midnight Market is in full swing, and the party has been browsing the wares. It's a vibrant place, full of new things to experience and enjoy. But a distant voice calls out a strange name--Chiropoulos. What could it portend? Listen now to find out!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Sword Drop Heavy is a copyright of EminYILDIRIM

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Boss Fight Theme - Cradle of Evil - Score Music, by Stefano Vita
• Breaking - Simple Mace Sundered, by Pablo Betancourt
• Breaking - Simple Wood Shield Sundered, by Pablo Betancourt
• Evocation Spell - Consecrated Light, by Olivier Girardot
• Evocation Spell - Sacred Space, by Pablo Betancourt
• Expedition - Wanderer - Score Music, by Alexander Nakarada
• Large Explosion 10, by Wes Otis
• Summon Wind, by Wes Otis

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 137: Night has fallen over the sleeping friends as they recover from a long, long day of adventure. They awaken to the hushed sounds of a night market in the island town of Karavi. It's a new place, just waiting for the party to discover it. And somewhere nearby is one of the pillars for which they seek... Join us now to find out what happens next!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

Although we used Creative Commons sound effects and in this episode, none of them require attribution. However, please check out freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Centers of Trade - Early Morning Market - Score Music, by Augusto Navarro
• Large City - City of Trade in Day, by Olivier Girardot
• Echoes of the Past - Bygone Epoch - Score Music, by Maria Milewska

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: The biography of Edelenn's favorite hero (?) continues in this week's special episode. In this partial installment, get a glimpse of Dieter's mysterious origins.

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. Although the ones we used don't require attribution, we want to be sure you check out freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Elven Dirge - Mennai Um Vela Ata - Score Music, by GoofParade
• Downtime - Nomadic Sunset - Score Music, by Alexander Nakarada
• Heavenly Plane - Paradise - Score Music, by Luka Lebanidze

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 136: Another pillar ascended, another Bard freed, another portal chosen. The steamy jungles of Muwaka are fading into the background as the sparkling seas of Kassara beckon. What adventure awaits the party on the other side? Listen now to find out!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Explosion is a copyright of lwiploppenisse
• Splash, Jumping, C.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ
• Wood Block Tick Tock (cartoon clock) is a copyright of ultradust

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

• Getting out of the pool.wav is a copyright of Juan_Merie_Venter
• 05966 water surfacing splashes.wav is a copyright of Robinhood76

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Ancient Chamber - Aeons of Times Untold - Score Music, by Christian Peitsch
• Ancient Chamber - Tomb of the Starborn - Score Music, by Alexander Kochetkov
• Echoes of the Past - Bygone Epoch - Score Music, by Maria Milewska
• Evocation Spell - Waterball, by Theophile Demarcq
• Hidden Realm - Hidden Halls of Carnack - Score Music, by Tica Alexandru
• Wagons and Carriages - Wagon Oxen on Cobblestone, by Phil Lee
• Weather - Medium Wind, by Olivier Girardot

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 135: After facing the latest challenge, the party waits for the steam to settle so they can evaluate what to do next. Problem is, there are even more challenges to take on, and time is ticking. Join us now to find out what happens next in our ongoing story!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• The rain falls against the parasol is a copyright of straget
• Heavy Rain is a copyright of lebaston
• Splash, Jumping, C.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ
• Giant4-fe-fi-Steps_0dB_0m20s.wav is a copyright of strangely gnarled
• SFX_Stone_Calcit_DeadSea_Avalacne_top #3-171.wav is a copyright of kernschall
• Thunder, Very Close, Rain, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ
• 022 Single strike.flac is a copyright of Parasonya
• Ringing in the ears is a copyright of hykenfreak
• Bubbling, Large, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ
• Water slosh spashing-7.wav is a copyright of AGFX
• Underwater wailing is a copyright of CuddleNucks
• Waterfall.wav is a copyright of cosmo235

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Dwarf Temple - Prayer Eternal - Source Music, by GoofParade
• Entangle, by Wes Otis
• Evocation Spell - Memory Rot, by Marc Cholette
• Evocation Spell - Reality Tear, by Rafael Hofstadter
• Giant Roar 1, by Wes Otis
• Heavenly Plane - Divine Beauty - Score Music, by Maarten Bonder
• Hidden Realm - Hidden Halls of Carnack - Score Music, by Tica Alexandru
• Hidden Realm - Palace of the Under Gods - Score Music, by Phil Archer
• Lightning Bolt Spell, by Daniel Warneke
• Massive Creature Roar, by Illicevici Serban
• Portents of the Future - Prophecy of the White Witch - Score Music, by Lois Paton
• Summon Wind, by Wes Otis
• Vestige of Eons - Ancient Stone Circle - Score Music, by Owen Heritage

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 134: Faced with a fearsome being, the party must now figure out if it's up to the task of salvaging the situation. There's a lot of work to do, so listen now to see how everyone contributes to the cause!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Bubbling, Large, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ
• Splash, Jumping, C.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ
• Water slosh spashing-7.wav is a copyright of AGFX

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Evocation Spell - Sacred Space, by Pablo Betancourt
• Polymorph, by Wes Otis
• BBEG Theme - God of Death - Score Music, by Christian Peitsch
• Evocation Spell - Reality Tear, by Rafael Hofstadter

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 133: After a nasty surprise in the steam-shrouded lake cavern in Muwaka's giant crater jungle, the party finds itself face to face with a formidable being. It's a tense encounter, and the only way you'll get to know what happens next in our ongoing story is to listen now!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. None of the sounds we used this week require attribution, but be sure to check out freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Nature Claimed Ruins - Ruined Palace of the Fey Queen - Score Music, by Alexey Trubin
• Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Roar, by Marco Imperatori
• Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Squeal, by Marco Imperatori

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Welcome to what we hope will be the first installment of a prose chronicle of the deeds of Dieter Darkhand (not to be confused with the famous song of similar name). Listen as Herald Ding launches into the preface of his book, and prepare thyself for merriment!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects this week, but if you're a podcaster, be sure to check out freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We used an excellent Battlebards music track. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Downtime - Fantasy Ambience - Score Music, by Alexander Nakarada

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 132: We pick back up in the midst of a harrowing fight with some nasty jungle creatures, but aid comes from afar. It's a reunion in the remotest of places, and adventure looms. Listen now to find out what happens next in our ongoing story!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Water Splash 1 is a copyright of qubodup
• Splash, Jumping, C.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ
• Flies (flying insect) is a copyright of Suncord_Audiolab
• Borneo Jungle - Day is a copyright of RTB45
• Stream, Water, C.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ
• Heavy Rain is a copyright of lebaston100
• Dragging Kayak is a copyright of brunoboselli
• 022 Single strike.flac is a copyright of Parasonya

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Ancient Chamber - Pool of Shattered Pasts - Score Music, by Daniel Herrera
• Chupacabra_Dying, by Wes Otis
• Cure Light Wounds Spell, by Pablo Betancourt
• Echoes of the Past - Ancient Stones - Score Music, by Davide Vannuccini
• Evocation Spell- Memory Rot, by Marc Cholette
• Forgotten Chamber - Power Unfaded - Score Music, by Dimitris Vachaviolos
• Shortbow Arrow Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste
• Summon Wind, by Wes Otis
• Vestige of Eons - Peaceful Ruins - Score Music,, by Aylimas
• Vestige of Eons - Pyramids in the Jungle - Score Music, by Moises Alvarez

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 131: After a brief and idyllic respite, duty exerts its insistent call and it's time to return to the uncertain mercies of the Muwakan jungle. Join us as we dive back into the green light of thick undergrowth in search of the next pillar. What will the party find? Listen now to find out.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Water Splash 1 is a copyright of qubodup
• Splash, Jumping, C.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ
• Flies (flying insect) is a copyright of Suncord_Audiolab
• Borneo Jungle - Day is a copyright of RTB45
• mud squish is a copyright of jymdavis
• Bubbling, Large, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ
• Stream, Water, C.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Nature Claimed Ruins - Ruined Palace of the Fey Queen - Score Music, by Alexey Trubin
• Travel by Beast - Winged Beast, by Theophile Demarcq
• Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Shriek, by Marco Imperatori
• Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Squeal, by Marco Imperatori
• Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Yell, by Marco Imperatori
• Prophecy of Scale - Ethakhash's Prophecy - Score Music, by Giacomo Rita
• Skirmish Epic - Ecstasy of Battle - Score Music, by Stefano Vita
• Polymorph, by Wes Otis
• Chupacabra_Angry 2, by Wes Otis
• Chupacabra_Angry 3, by Wes Otis
• Chupacabra_Injured 1, by Wes Otis
• Chupacabra_Injured 2, by Wes Otis
• Chupacabra_Warning 1, by Wes Otis
• Chupacabra_Warning 2, by Wes Otis
• Shortbow Arrow Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste
• Evocation Spell- Memory Rot, by Marc Cholette
• Heavenly Plane - Divine Beauty - Score Music, by Maarten Bonder
• Fireball Spell, by Daniel Warneke
• Fire Elemental Slam, by Wes Otis
• Vestige of Eons - Peaceful Ruins - Score Music,, by Aylimas

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: This week we take a moment to step away from the main action and focus back on some familiar characters. Join us as we head northward for a peek at other events transpiring on the continent as a massive battle looms in the future. Find out what happens now in this bite-sized episode!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Heavy Rain is a copyright of lebaston100

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Heavenly Plane - Paradise - Score Music, by Luka Lebanidze
• Weather - Medium Wind, by Olivier Girardot
• Crypts of the Undead - Where the Dead Dwell - Score Music, by Wilddog Productions
• Enchantment - Trance Spell, by Ravi Nidamarthy
• Forgotten Chamber - Power Unfaded - Score Music, by Dimitris Vachaviolos

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 130: A night of rest can make all the difference, especially following a weighty discussion. In search of permission to find a way into the jungle valley to find the next pillar, the party awakens in the fantastic city of Kisika-ngasa, hoping to hear good news. Find out what the answer is in the next chapter of our ongoing story.

Also, a bit of a spoiler alert: feel free to check out pictures of something we describe in this episode. Can you imagine?

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Waterfall.wav is a copyright of cosmo235
• Bodhran irish drum - marching to war.WAV is a copyright of pogmothoin

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Visions of Destiny - Helm to the Knowing - Score Music, by Robert Kilpatrick
• Churches of Good - Worshipers of the Old Gods - Score Music, by Eduardo Lopez
• Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Roar, by Marco Imperatori
• Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Shriek, by Marco Imperatori
• Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Squeal, by Marco Imperatori
• Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Yell, by Marco Imperatori
• Vestige of Eons - Pyramids in the Jungle - Score Music, by Moises Alvarez
• Skirmish Climactic - Arbitrary Violence - Score Music, by Chris Lewis
• Heavenly Plane - Caelum - Score Music, by Maria Milewska

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 129: Welcome to Kisika-ngasa, the waterfall city perched on the edge of an unthinkably large crater in Muwaka. As the party pleads its case to find assistance in its ongoing quest, the heroes find themselves with some downtime. Find out how they use it in this episode, the next chapter of our ongoing story.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Waterfall.wav is a copyright of cosmo235

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Churches of Good - Worshipers of the Old Gods - Score Music, by Eduardo Lopez
• Monk Temple - The Sentinel Monks - Score Music, by Tica Alexandru
• Vestige of Eons - Pyramids in the Jungle - Score Music, by Moises Alvarez
• Vestige of Eons - Pyramids in the Jungle - Score Music, by Moises Alvarez
• Elven Dirge - I Nianie A Nierme Uuvea - Score Music, by Mike Bridge

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 128: Another day, another jungle. It's a miserable, lousy place with nothing to redeem it. Or is it? Join the party as we continue our ongoing story, and we hope you enjoy it!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• 20110505_solitary.bee.flac is a copyright of dobroide
• Borneo Jungle- Day is a copyright of RTB45
• Waterfall.wav is a copyright of cosmo235

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Centers of Trade - Early Morning Market - Score Music, by Augusto Navarro
• Churches of Good - Worshipers of the Old Gods - Score Music, by Eduardo Lopez
• Monk Temple - The Sentinel Monks - Score Music, by Tica Alexandru
• Summon Wind, by Wes Otis
• Vestige of Eons - Pyramids in the Jungle - Score Music, by Moises Alvarez

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 127: Welcome to a new season of Stack o' Dice, and let's get this story going! The party finds itself on the far side of the portal, but before the adventure can continue, there are some things to work through. Join us now to find out what happens next in our ongoing story.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Explosion is a copyright of lwiploppenisse
• Flies (flying insect) is a copyright of Suncord_Audiolab
• Gulls1.mp3 is a copyright of soundmary
• Earthquake_Interior_MetalRattling_2.wav is a copyright of Cell31_Sound_Productions
• Kaka (New Zealand parrot) is a copyright of Mings
• Borneo Jungle- Day is a copyright of RTB45

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Nature Claimed Ruins - A Haunted Land - Score Music, by Theophile Demarcq
• BBEG Theme - God of Death - Score Music, by Christian Peitsch

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Join the Stack o' Dice gang as they recap Season 4 in advance of starting a new season. We cover the main events of what was a surprisingly busy series of episodes, and get our minds set for more adventure to come. Welcome to our table, and welcome...to Season 5!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects, but be sure to check out freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Expedition - Vopna - Score Music, by Alexander Nakarada

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: Our annual sojourn to the Maryland Renaissance Festival was doubly fun this year because we got to meet up with friends through the show to spend the day exploring a fantastical world together. Join us this week as Mike and Sarah share their thoughts about the day's highlights, and how they'd like to see these ideas rolled into their own games. Prepare thyselves for merriment!

In the episode, we reference the Food Timeline (https://www.foodtimeline.org/), a resource that provides a rough idea of when certain foods entered our diet. It's a great tool for history-minded writers, and could also prompt ideas for your tabletop game.

Don't forget to check out our Twitter and Instagram feeds, as well as our new-ish family-friendly Discord server (https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E).

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects this time, but we still like to give credit to freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also did not use some any Battlebards sound effects, but check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: This summer, part of the Stack o' Dice family went on a trip to Maine. It was a beautiful trip to a gorgeous part of the country. Join us as Rhett and Meredith take the time to break down the trip and find ways to tie their adventures into the world of Vardalon. There are so many ways to enrich a game world, and we share a few ideas on how to take vacation experiences and incorporate them with your game.

Don't forget to look for the related photos soon on our Twitter and Instagram feeds, or in our family friendly Discord server (https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E).

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects this time, but we still like to give credit to freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also did not use some any Battlebards sound effects, but check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: The season isn't complete until we share our gaffes and giggles from throughout the season. We sure do love getting together, and it shows. We hope you enjoy this second half, and we have a couple more things to release before we roll into Season 5!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we hope you enjoy the ensuing silliness.

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Special: The season isn't complete until we share our gaffes and giggles from throughout the season. We sure do love getting together, and it shows. We hope you enjoy what we've put together, and stay tuned for the second half next week!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we hope you enjoy the ensuing silliness.

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Special: Wamberbash has made it through many trials and challenges to get to level 13. Join us as we talk through what Michael picks up for his favorite character, and what he sees in Bash's future!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

• Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

• TribalDrums.wav is a copyright of HerbertBoland

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Wood Creak.wav is a copyright of TimPryor

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Heavenly Plane - Crystal Arch - Score Music, by Ian Fisher

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Join us as Rhett and Meredith talk through Tira's new abilities at level 13! The outrageous barbarian adds even more fuel to her fiery temper, so tune in now to see what that's all about!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects this time, but we still like to give credit to freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We did use some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Nature Claimed Ruins - The Raven City - Score Music, by Raphael Bellamy

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 126: It's time to end Season 4 in this exciting episode! After a troubling vision, Wamberbash knows trouble looms in the mountains above Seragavan. What will the party find when they fly there? Listen now to find out what happens next in our ongoing story!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

• Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Explosion is a copyright of lwiploppenisse
• crying.wav is a copyright of drotzruhn

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Nature Claimed Ruins - A Haunted Land - Score Music, by Theophile Demarcq
• Evocation Spell - Handfire, by Matias Godoy
• Crypts of the Undead - Where the Dead Dwell - Score Music, by Wilddog Productions
• Evocation Spell - Wall of Ice, by Edwin Montgomery
• Haunted Cemetery - Cemetery Residents - Score Music, by Joseph Pignato
• Enchantment - Hypnotism Spell, by Novak Cuic
• Evocation Spell - Memory Rot, by Marc Cholette
• Evocation Spell - Arson, by Edwin Montgomery
• Evocation Spell - Shocking Grasp, by Abilio Salmeron
• Ice Blast Spell, by Pitch Michael
• Weather - Medium Wind, by Olivier Girardot
• Evocation Spell - Ice Storm, by Marco Imperatori
• Large Explosion 2 with glass, by Wes Otis
• Hidden Realm - Witness to Centuries - Score Music, by Mike Bridge
• Elven Dirge - Immortal's End - Score Music, by Eric Richards
• Elven Dirge - Mennai Um Vela Ata - Source Music, by GoofParade
• Echoes of the Past - Bygone Epoch - Source Music, by Maria Milewska

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 125: By escaping from a city choked with the forces of the Reaver, the party has finished one harrowing adventure, but there's more to be done in the fight for freedom. What awaits our heroes on the plains of Trand? Listen now to find out what happens next in our ongoing story!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

• Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show, but they don't require attribution. Be sure to check out freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Urban Center - Aremenelos the Golden - Score Music, by M-Owl
• Travel by Horseback - Light Horse - Sprint - No Equipment, by Luca Klingbeil
• Hidden Realm - Palace of the Under Gods - Score Music, by Phil Archer
• Nature Claimed Ruins - Hallowed Grounds - Score Music, by Marc Cholette
• Fighter Academy - Halls of the Battleborn - Score Music, by Phil Archer
• Crypts of the Undead - Restless Souls - Score Music, by Phil Archer
• Weather - Medium Wind, by Olivier Girardot
• Summon Wind, by Wes Otis
• Skirmish Dramatic - The Ambush - Score Music, by Matias Godoy
• Evocation Spell - Memory Rot, by Marc Cholette

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 124: Putting the noisome sewers behind them, the party looks to the plains beyond the city for safety, but more trouble is brewing as the brewing battle looms ever larger. Listen now to find out what happens next in our ongoing story!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

• Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Explosion is a copyright of lwiploppenisse

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Great City - Glory Castle - Score Music, by Ben Chandler
• Heavenly Plane - Celestia - Score Music, by M-Owl
• Evocation Spell - Light of the Nephilim, by Ravi Nidamarthy
• Travel by Horseback - Heavy Horse - Relaxed - Basic Equipment, by Olivier Girardot
• Flail - Hit 3, by Wes Otis
• Celtic Battle, by Wes Otis
• Evocation Spell - Arson, by Edwin Montgomery
• Travel by Horseback - Light Horse - Sprint - No Equipment, by Luca Klingbeil
• Forgotten Chamber - Power Unfaded - Score Music, by Dimitris Vachaviolos
• Weather - Medium Wind, by Olivier Girardot
• Churches of Good - Prayer to the Sun God - Source Music, by Maria Milewska

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 123: The escape effort continues as the party moves to the next phase in the plan. Nothing is guaranteed, however, especially since the guards are on the alert. Listen now to find out what happens next in our ongoing story!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

• Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Also, if you aren't on our Discord server yet, you should be! Check it out here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

• Battering ram banging on a door is a copyright of schots

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Horse Whinny, Close, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ
• Cinema Boom impact #1 is a copyright of beman87

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Alter Self, by Wes Otis
• Doors and Portals - Barred Door Opening, by Franco Cugusi
• Breaking - Simple Wood Shield Sundered, by Pablo Betancourt
• Sewers - Old City Sewers, by Phil Archer
• Fireball Spell, by Daniel Warneke
• Evocation Spell - Moon Path, by Maria Milewska
• Great City - Glory Castle - Score Music, by Ben Chandler
• Travel by Horseback - Light Horse - Sprint - No Equipment, by Luca Klingbeil

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: The Stack o' Dice gang takes a few minutes to reflect on four years of episodes. As of Monday of this week, we've shared 250 episodes of content, to include our main actual play story, worldbuilding ideas, and other special stuff. We hope you'll join in the celebration, and do feel free to share your favorite moments, questions, and other thoughts with us on social media. And don't forget our Discord server!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Silence descends after the party leaves the mountain retreat of the resistance fighters. Follow some parallel events as things begin to come to a boil in the region.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez
• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

• Blacksmith hammering is a copyright of Pashee

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Hovoset vauhkona, hevosjoukko / Horses going wild, skittish, neighing and snorting, hooves, mix is a copyright of YleArkisto
• Cinema Boom impact #1 is a copyright of beman87

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Ancient Chamber - Tomb of the Starborn - Score Music, by Alexander Kochetkov
• Horse Riding, by Wes Otis
• Skirmish Dramatic - The Ambush - Score Music, by Matias Godoy
• Weather - Medium Wind, by Olivier Girardot

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: In other parts of the world, more events are taking place. We drop in on a familiar friend doing unfamiliar things. Listen now to find out what happens!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Horse.mp3 is a copyright of 3bagbrew

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Crypts of the Undead - Where the Dead Dwell - Score Music, by Wilddog Productions
• Skirmish Dramatic - The Ambush - Score Music, by Matias Godoy
• Crypts of the Undead - Calling of the Empty Ones - Score Music, by Justin Bell
• Undead Battle, by Wes Otis
• Ghoul - Combat -Spell-Fused Ghoul Battle, by Andreas Voukrou
• Nature Claimed Ruins - The Ruins of Loardamere - Score Music, by Raphael Bellamy

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: Hungry for more worldbuilding ideas? Then you're going to love our conversation with Bryan Cetroni, who is perhaps better known as Bjarke the Bard. When he's not running games, Bryan serves as a muse for dungeon masters thanks to his advice blog, BjarkeTheBard.com. If you're looking for great advice based on personal experience, you're going to love what Bryan has to share.

If you're interested in continuing the conversation, you can send your thoughts our way on Twitter, Instagram, or through our Discord server. Also, you can catch Bryan directly through his account on Twitter, @BryanCetroni. Also in this episode, Bryan mentions some sense-immersion through candles available from @delvecandles. If you're looking for an easy way to set the mood at your gaming table, check out the options at delvecandles.com.

Finally, we invite you to join our family friendly Discord server! Please check us out at https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects this time, but we still like to give credit to freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also did not use some any Battlebards sound effects, but check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: This week we get a chance to share some time with Worldbuilder Mat, who GMs for a home group when he's not editing for his passion project, the Role Play Chat podcast (https://anchor.fm/roleplaychat). In this episode, we spend time talking about how Mat created and runs a maritime-based pirate campaign, and some fun and unique aspects this style of game introduces.

In the episode, Mat mentions several points of inspiration. One of these is the Pirate History podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-pirate-history-podcast/id1092818618), a go-to for all sorts of great ideas.

Finally, we invite you to join our family friendly Discord server! Please check us out at https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects this time, but we still like to give credit to freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also did not use some any Battlebards sound effects, but check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 122: The chaos continues as the party plays against high stakes. Lives are on the line, and that requires a delicate hand. Will they work together to make it happen? Listen now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

• Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Although none of this week's Creative Commons sound effects require attribution, we want to be sure to mention freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We did use some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Horse Riding, by Wes Otis
• Sewers - Old City Sewers, by Phil Archer
• Evocation Spell - Orb of Acid, by Marco Imperatori
• Fighter Academy - Halls of the Battleborn - Score Music, by Phil Archer
• Unarmed Strike - Monk High Punch, by Marco Imperatori

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: This episode marks a first-of-its-kind opportunity for Stack o' Dice--we get to do a product review! After a great exchange on Twitter, we were able to arrange for a trial of the Better Backstories deck. This 88-card deck offers a rich but easy way to add randomized flavor to just about any aspect of your game. It may be geared primarily to help with coming up with multi-dimensional characters, but use it to beef up an event or a place also. Listen in now for a walkthrough of the product, to include some hands-on examples.

If you like the review, be sure to drop in and order a set on Better Backstories now (https://www.betterbackstories.com/). There are several different levels of deck to choose from, so take a look today! Also, check out the unboxing pictures on our social media sites (see below).

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 121: Plans go awry when the heroes arrive at the prison. It's going to be a tough situation, and everything hinges on one person's decisions. What will happen next? Listen now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

• Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Water Drip Loop [mono] is a copyright of DWOBoyle

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Horse Riding, by Wes Otis
• Nature Claimed Ruins - Hallowed Grounds - Score Music, by Marc Cholette
• Sewers - Old City Sewers, by Phil Archer

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 120: The planning is over, and now it's time to execute. The party must split to begin the work, but will all go according to the original plan? Who can tell with Wamberbash on his own? Listen now to find out!

We have a Discord server! If you want to interact with us in real time, meet fellow Stackers, and keep up with the latest in Stack o' Dice news, be sure to join us. Grab your invitation now right here: https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E

In this episode, we are thrilled to use some custom maps from longtime friend of the show Pat, from Foot of the Mountain Adventures. If you're looking for hand-drawn maps to use in your own game, be sure to check him out on Twitter @mountain_foot and on Patreon.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

• Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

None of the Creative Commons sound effects we used this week require attribution, but be sure to check out freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We did use some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• The Forge, by Wes Otis
• Summon Wind, by Wes Otis
• Nature Claimed Ruins - Hallowed Ground - Score Music, by Marc Cholette
• Horse Riding, by Wes Otis
• Vestige of Eons - Ancient Stone Circle - Score Music, by Owen Heritage
• Fish Market - Fantasy Wharf, by Olivier Girardot

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Join us for a sneak peek at the rambling discourse that often accompanies our recording sessions. There are some very light spoilers at the beginning, but mostly it's travel and words of the day and show tune nerdery. We hope you like this special episode, and that it brings a smile to your face.

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Creation Corner: This week we get a chance to share some time with Worldbuilder Sarah, an aspiring author of fantasy fiction. In this episode, we take on the topic of the differences between writing for a reading audience and for players in an interactive environment, and how the two not only differ, but can grow from each other.

Sarah is a busy creator and is ready to share her work with you! If you're interested in learning more, you can find her in these places:

• Website: https://www.storiesbysarahdanielle.com/
• Forsaken by Shadows (Audio): https://sarahdanielle.substack.com/
• Forsaken by Shadows (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8XGSBnGt99GlsxxtWaulTQ
• Full Linktree: https://linktr.ee/StoriesbySarahDanielle
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/storiesbysarahdanielle/
• Twitter: @Stories_bySarah

Finally, we invite you to join our family friendly Discord server! Please check us out at https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects this time, but we still like to give credit to freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also did not use some any Battlebards sound effects, but check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: This week we get a chance to share some time with Worldbuilder Dave, the dungeon master for the Tomes of the Chaos Bard podcast. Listen in for some great thoughts on how to build incrementally, playing to your strengths to build a living, reactive world that grows with the players and the game's events.

Dave and I met through @TTRPGkids, a Twitter account that provides a list of family-friendly podcasts. If you're looking to add to your list of RPG adventure for all ages, be sure to check it out now!

To find out more about the podcast, check them out on Twitter at @ChaosBardPod or on Instagram at @tomesofthechaosbard. To directly interact with Dave, you can catch him through the podcast's email address (chaosbardpod@gmail.com) or on Twitter at @GreyJedi505.

Finally, we invite you to join our family friendly Discord server! Please check us out at https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects this time, but we still like to give credit to freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also did not use some any Battlebards sound effects, but check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 119: Time has become the enemy as the shadowy Sekretny Nizh must move against the Reaver's forces to free important prisoners. What plan will the party come up with to help win the freedom of the imperiled resistance fighters? Listen now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

• Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

None of the Creative Commons sound effects we used this week require attribution, but be sure to check out freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We did use some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Elven Dirge - Immortal's End - Score Music, by Eric Richards
• Elven Dirge - Qi Taelnna - Score Music, by Phil Archer
• Great City - Glory Castle - Score Music, by Ben Chandler

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: Our experience through our four-year run has led to many new friendships. We continue our Worldbuilder series with one of these friends, fellow DM and podcaster, Jonathan. Join us as we discuss his experience with worldbuilding and learn about some of his thoughts on the process.

To interact with Jonathan about his worldbuilding efforts and ideas, you can find him on Twitter at @jongrahar. He also keeps a blog about his work in developing his homebrewed world of Bonsárel and DMing in general on https://sojournersawake.com. And if you're looking for more family-friendly content, definitely check out his podcast, which is also called Sojourners Awake, on all major platforms.

Finally, we invite you to join our family friendly Discord server! Please check us out at https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects this time, but we still like to give credit to freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also did not use some any Battlebards sound effects, but check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: We continue our Creation Corner series with our first international guest, Koldik Steelskin. Join us as we discuss an interesting take on magic, and how that can help shape the story in a fantasy world.

To interact with Koldik about his worldbuilding efforts and ideas, you can find him on Twitter at @KoldikSteelskin.

Also, if you'd like to join our family friendly Discord server, please check us out at https://discord.com/invite/sUUJp78r3E.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects this time, but we still like to give credit to freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also did not use some any Battlebards sound effects, but check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 118: The party gets a close-up view of life in a resistance camp in the mountains north of Seragavan. With various tasks out of the way, the party can now focus on the more pressing matter of helping the resistance in its fight. But who is the mysterious stranger that has appeared? Listen now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

• Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Bow Releases.wav is a copyright of Benboncan

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Boss Fight Theme - Cradle of Evil - Score Music, by Stefano Vita
• Fighter Academy - Halls of the Battleborn - Score Music, by Phil Archer
• Great City - Glory Castle - Score Music, by Ben Chandler
• Shortbow Arrow Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 117: Their city scouting mission done, the party members need to report back and find out if they've done enough for their new friend. Will their paths diverge, or will the Heroes of Arden continue to cement their legacy in this troubled world? Listen now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

• Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Obi_Creak_Loud.WAV is a copyright of MHCerberus
• Minor Key Music Box is a copyright of DarkWaryurMC
• Plywood_Prying_01.wav is a copyright of dheming

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• The Forge, by Wes Otis
• Capital City - Arcane Academies - Score Music, by Stephane Lorello
• Fighter Academy - Halls of the Battleborn - Score Music, by Phil Archer
• Heavenly Plane - Paradise - Score Music, by Luka Lebanidze
• Large City - City of Trade in Day, by Olivier Girardot
• Large City - Civilization During Day, by Pablo Betancourt
• Nature Claimed Ruins - A Haunted Land - Score Music, by Theophile Demarcq
• Shortbow Arrow Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste
• Travel by Horseback - Heavy Horse - Relaxed - Basic Equipment, by Olivier Girardot
• Wagons and Carriages - Wagon Oxen on Cobblestone, by Phil Lee
• Wagons and Carriages - Wagon Oxen on Dirt Road, by Phil Lee
• Weather - Medium Wind, by Olivier Girardot

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: Rhett kicks off a new extended series within our larger Creation Corner set to talk specifically about worldbuilding. This week is a first as he welcomes special guest Logan to the Stack o' Dice table.

Logan is working on Vígríðr, a homebrewed world based heavily on Norse mythology. We talk about some of his challenges, motivations, and joys in the process.

During the conversation we bring up several mentions of resources that may be of interest to D&D enthusiasts on both sides of the screen. Here they are, with links:

• Amon Amarth's Twilight of the Thunder God for inspiration while writing and planning (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edBYB1VCV0k)
• Brandon Sanderson's works, with an emphasis on his Cosmere series (https://www.amazon.com/s?k=brandon+sanderson&crid=26GFHWGN5BBJW)
• Joe Abercrombie's First Law series (https://www.amazon.com/First-Law-Trilogy-Joe-Abercrombie/dp/0316361194/)
• Optional rules for Honor and Sanity in D&D 5e (http://dnd-5e.herokuapp.com/optionalrule/new-ability-scores-honor-and-sanity)
• The Beard Struggle for beard care (https://www.thebeardstruggle.com/discount/LOLOVIKING20)

Finally, if you want to connect directly with Logan, you can find him on Twitter and Instagram (@LoLoViking227).

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects this time, but we still like to give credit to freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also did not use some any Battlebards sound effects, but check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Join us as Rhett and Catherine talk through Farryn's new abilities at level 12! Farryn gets to increase an ability, so join in now to find out what she picks up.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects this time, but we still like to give credit to freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We did use some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Fish Market - Fantasy Wharf, by Olivier Girardot
• Journey - Umoja - Score Music, by Alexander Nakarada

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 116: The reconnaissance of Seragavan is wrapping up, and the party must now work together to scout out the crowded docks in their search for weaknesses in the city's defenses. As they make their way there, we have to wonder: what will they find? Listen now to find out!

We also reference a special listing of family-friendly podcasts on TTRPG Kids, a personal endeavor of a new friend of the show. Check out the list for other clean podcasts!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

• Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

• Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

• Ships bell.wav is a copyright of CGEffex
• Dark Ambient Music 3: Hunted is a copyright of Xanco123

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

• Fish Market - Fantasy Wharf, by Olivier Girardot
• Large City - City of Trade in Day, by Olivier Girardot

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 115: The great game continues as Wamberbash takes his turn to spy out a defensive position in the Trandan city of Seragavan. How will he approach the task? You know how to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects that required attribution, but please do visit freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We did use some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Large City - City of Trade in Day, by Olivier Girardot Enchantment - Sleep Spell, by Novak Cuic

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 114: Having seen the state of life under the oppression of the Reaver's forces, the party has agreed to infiltrate the city of Seragavan to look for weaknesses. Will their subterfuge meet with success? Tune in now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects that required attribution, but please do visit freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We did use some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Large City - City of Trade in Day, by Olivier Girardot Wagons and Carriages - Wagon Oxen on Cobblestone, by Phil Lee Wagons and Carriages - Wagon Oxen on Dirt Road, by Phil Lee

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Join us as Rhett and Meredith talk through Tira's new abilities at level 12! Tira is going to enjoy a shift in her abilities, so join in now to find out what she picks up.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects this time, but we still like to give credit to freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We did use some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Wagons and Carriages - Wagon Oxen on Dirt Road, by Phil Lee

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 113: The echoes of battle fade away, and the party must now plot its course toward the next pillar. A busy valley full of the Reaver's forces lies between. What will happen next? Listen now to find out!

We also reference a special listing of family-friendly podcasts on TTRPG Kids, a personal endeavor of a new friend of the show. Check out the list for other clean podcasts!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

mud squish is a copyright of jymdavis

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ectoplasmic Shield Psi, by Daniele Galante Elven Dirge - Elven Path - Score Music, by Shu Deelow Travel by Horseback - Heavy Horse - Relaxed - Basic Equipment, by Olivier Girardot Wagons and Carriages - Wagon Oxen on Dirt Road, by Phil Lee

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: In this special aside, we travel back to help an old friend in a desperate personal fight.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Heavy Rain is a copyright of lebaston100

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Downtime - Fantasy Ambience, by Alexander Nakarada Evocation Spell - Flare Burst, by Pablo Betancourt Heavenly Plane - Crystal Arch - Score Music, by Ian FIsher Hidden Realm - Palace of the Under Gods - Score Music, by Phil Archer Large Explosion 2 with glass, by Wes Otis Screams - Dying Fading Away, by Dan Taraborrelli

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: Dungeons & Dragons is a huge part of the TTRPG community, but it's far from the only game around. Join Rhett and Thane as they continue their discussion from last week. This time, they talk about how to take parts of other systems and work them into D&D. There's no right solution, but the concepts they provide might be of help as you check out other ways to play our beloved TTRPGs!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects or music in this show, but we still want to boost freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: Dungeons & Dragons is a huge part of the TTRPG community, but it's far from the only game around. Join Rhett and Thane as they discuss some other systems and some of the interesting mechanics they appreciate from these other games.

In the episode we refer to five game systems:

Game Name URL Approximate Cost Cairn https://yochaigal.itch.io/cairn Free Weird North https://classless-kobolds.itch.io/weird-north $6 Tunnels and Trolls http://deluxetunnelsandtrolls.com/ ??? Mausritter https://mausritter.com/ Pay what you think is fair Unearthed Arcana https://dnd.wizards.com/articles/unearthed-arcana Free

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects or music in this show, but we still want to boost freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Join us as Rhett and Michael talk through Wamberbash's new abilities at level 12! Big things lie ahead, so the wily Mystic needs to plan accordingly.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

TribalDrums.wav is a copyright of HerbertBoland

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Creacking Oak 6bft SHORT 130418_00.wav is a copyright of klankbeeld

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Cure Light Wounds Spell, by Pablo Betancourt

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 112: In the swirling wind and snow, the portals beckon atop the mountaintop pillar. The party must decide where it will go next. Join us now to find out what they choose!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

None of our Creative Commons sound effects require attribution this week, but we want to be sure to remember freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ectoplasmic Shield Psi, by Daniele Galante Evocation Spell - Detonate Electricity, by Abilio Salmeron Evocation Spell - Reality Tear, by Rafael Hofstadter Hidden Realm - Witness to Centuries - Score Music, by Mike Bridge Horse Riding, by Wes Otis Shortbow Arrow Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste Teleport Disappear, by Stuart Duffield Travel by Horseback - Heavy Horse - Relaxed - Basic Equipment, by Olivier Girardot Weather - Medium Wind, by Olivier Girardot Vestige of Eons - Peaceful Ruins - Score Music, by Aylimas

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: The mysterious True Bards are always disappearing quickly, but what are they up to? This short special episode shares a bit of a glimpse.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our newest spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects in this episode, but we always want to promote freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We did use some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Druid's Grove - Maiden of the Wild - Score Music, by Marc Cholette Nature Claimed Ruins - A Haunted Land - Score Music, by Theophile Demarcq Nature Claimed Ruins - Hallowed Grounds - Score Music, by Marc Cholette Summon Wind, by Wes Otis Weather - Medium Wind, by Olivier Girardot

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 111: Warned of odd things going on in the Skyhome Delve, Tira forges ahead. She finds herself in the infirmary, where dwarves affected by a mysterious effect languish. What can she do, and where will the path lead? Join us now to find out.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Door falls to floor.wav is a copyright of CastIronCounsel Avalanche_land_mono_1.wav is a copyright of leonseptavaux

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Evocation Spell - Detonate Electricty, by Abilio Salmeron Evocation Spell - Orb of Acid, by Marco Imperatori Evocation Spell - Reality Tear, by Rafael Hofstadter Giants on the War March - Earth Shakers Go to War - Score Music, by Rene van Tol Giants on the War March - Frost Giants March to War - Score Music, by Maria Milewska Prophecy of Scale - The Serpentine Prophecy, by Shams Ahsan Evocation Spell - Moon Path, by Maria Milewska Evocation Spell - Light of the Nephilim, by Ravi Nidamarthy Nature Claimed Ruins - Hallowed Grounds - Score Music, by Marc Cholette

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 110: The party has been tested like never before, and now the members find themselves struggling to push ahead. How do they continue in the face of such difficulties? Listen now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. None of them require attribution, but please do check out freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Evocation Spell - Arson, by Edwin Montgomery Evocation Spell - Consecrated Light, by Olivier Girardot Evocation Spell - Orb of Acid, by Marco Imperatori Forgotten Chamber - Power Unfaded - Score Music, by Dimitris Vachaviolos Giant Attack 3, by Wes Otis Giant Roar 1, by Edwin Montgomery Giants on the War March - Earth Shakers Go to War - Score Music, by Rene van Tol Polymorph, by Wes Otis Weather - Medium WInd, by Olivier Girardot

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 109: Warned of odd things going on in the Skyhome Delve, Tira forges ahead. She finds herself in the infirmary, where dwarves affected by a mysterious effect languish. What can she do, and where will the path lead? Join us now to find out.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Minor Key Music Box is a copyright of DarkWaryurMC

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Dwarf Temple - Prayer Eternal - Score Music, by GoofParade Echoes of the Past - Ancient Stones - Score Music, by Davide Vannuccini Evocation Spell - Memory Rot, by Marc Cholette Summon Wind, by Wes Otis

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Half a world away, ominous events are unfolding on the open grasslands of eastern Seth Arban. Tune in now to find out what happens as events unfold around our ongoing story.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our newest spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects in this episode, but we always want to promote freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We did use some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Echoes of the Past - Bygone Epoch - Score Music, by Maria Milewska Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Shriek, by Marco Imperatori Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Yell, by Marco Imperatori Nature Claimed Ruins - The Ruins of Loardamere - Score Music, by Raphael Bellamy Pit Fight Arena, by Wes Otis Skirmish Dramatic - The Ambush - Score Music, by Matias Godoy

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 108: Pursued by deadly opponents, the party has taken refuge in its magical tower. Help unlooked for has emerged from the very stone of the earth, but are the newcomers trustworthy? Listen now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Heavy Rain is a copyright of lebaston100 Waterfall.wav is a copyright of cosmo235

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Dwarf Temple - Blessing of the Dwarves - Score Music, by Benedict Nichols Dwarf Temple - Prayer Eternal - Score Music, by GoofParade Elven Dirge - Immortal's End - Score Music, by Eric Richards Orc Wars - Clan Alarm Horn, by Franco Cugusi

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 107: Trouble in a tiny rural town has the exhausted party reeling as it confronts a pursuing enemy. Now it's a desperate fight for survival and escape, especially with an incapacitated fourth member in tow. Listen now to find out what happens next!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects in this show. While none of the sounds require attribution, we definitely want to promote freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Hidden Realm - Witness to Centuries - Score Music, by Mike Bridge Horse Riding, by Wes Otis Polymorph, by Wes Otis Travel by Horseback - Heavy Horse - Relaxed - Basic Equipment, by Olivier Girardot Evocation Spell - Detonate Electricity, by Abilio Salmeron

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 106: After deciding the head toward the mountains, the party finds itself beset by pursuers at an idyllic inn. Now it's time to find a way out--but how? Join us now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Walking With Spurs, Foley Sound, Recorded on Rode Shotgun Mini, Processed in Reaper is a copyright of BucketManDave

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

scared/horror/angry: Why wont you die is a copyright of AmeAngelofSin

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Empowered Magic Missile Spell, by Rajesh Gilbert Evocation Spell - Detonate Electricity, by Abilio Salmeron Shortbow Arrow Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: This time our special content is actually a slight peek ahead! Join us for a brief glimpse at a part of our upcoming story (provided the party doesn't take a completely unexpected direction). We're excited to continue to share our story with you.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our newest spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects in this episode, but we always want to promote freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We did use some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Forgotten Chamber - Chamber of the Fey-King - Score Music, by Jarrod Royles Forgotten Chamber - Temple to the Grey - Source Music, by Luka Lebanidze

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: While we sort through some logistical issues that have already impacted our recording schedule, Rhett and Meredith take some time to share some sources of inspiration that can help Dungeon Masters with world building. Be sure to check out our Twitter and Instagram pages (@stackodice) for the photos and videos we reference during the episode!

We also refer to some online resources:

The Maryland Renaissance Festival (https://rennfest.com/) The hilarious and astounding London Broil juggling show (https://thelondonbroilshow.com) Louie, one of London Broil's performers, hosts a website (levelupwithlouie.com), Twitch stream (https://www.twitch.tv/LevelUpWithLouie), and podcast. We're trying to work on some cross-promo work with him--stay tuned!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects or music in this show, but we still want to boost freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 105: Welcome back as we begin Season 4, Stackers! We're thrilled to continue our story with you. As the party flees the seaside village, the members come to a crossroads and must make a decision. Listen in now to find out what happens next.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Pestle and mortar - Stone is a copyright of Pastabra

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Boss Fight Theme - Cradle of Evil - Score Music, by Stefano Vita Travel by Horseback - Heavy Horse - Relaxed - Basic Equipment, by Olivier Girardot Travel by Horseback - Light Horse - Sprint - No Equipment, by Luca Klingbeil Dwarf Temple - Prayer Eternal - Source Music, by GoofParade

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: As we get cranking on the newest chapter in the Stack o' Dice story, we take a moment with the gang to talk about the highlights of the last season. It turns out a lot happened, so we've had to sort through a lot to bring you this.

This season is going to bring some tough challenges, so grab some snacks, and get ready for our first actual play episode to drop next Monday. Let's tell a story!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show, but we don't want to pass up an opportunity to plug them. Be sure to check it out at freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Friend of the show Pat (aka Foot of the Mountain Adventures, or @mountain_foot on Twitter) reached out to us and volunteered to run a game in the Mausritter world. This is the second half of our extended play session. Join us as we close out our adventure in the world of mice and make our way to Rockwall!

For more information on the Mausritter ruleset, be sure to check out mausritter.com or visit the official Twitter feed, @mausritter, for details about a fun and simplified game that gets you playing in no time.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We often use Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. We didn't this time, but do check out freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We did use some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Capital City - Arcane Academies - Score Music, by Stephane Lorello

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Friend of the show Pat (aka Foot of the Mountain Adventures, or @mountain_foot on Twitter) reached out to us and volunteered to run a game in the Mausritter world. This is the first half of our extended play session. Join us as we enter the world of mice and explore the wondrous place around Shade Hill!

For more information on the Mausritter ruleset, be sure to check out mausritter.com or visit the official Twitter feed, @mausritter, for details about a fun and simplified game that gets you playing in no time.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We often use Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. We didn't this time, but do check out freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We did use some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Capital City - Arcane Academies - Score Music, by Stephane Lorello

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: In this final episode of our special series on country creation, Thane and Rhett take the time to close out the series by talking about various aspects of the people of Trand, covering a wide range of topics. Be sure to revisit all the others in this series for a refresher, and if you choose to use our approach of using a Wikipedia article, please do share the results with us!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. The sounds we used didn't require attribution, but be sure to check out freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Rhett calls "Mulligan!" on a past recording, but also takes time to share some worldbuilding feedback from an ardent Stacker. Join us for some fun insights into both songs and scenery!

In this episode, Rhett references a page that gives some good detail on Old English poetry. If this intrigues you, be sure to check it out at https://wiki.eastkingdom.org/index.php?title=Building_Blocks_of_Old_English_Poetry.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show, but we don't want to pass up an opportunity to plug them. Be sure to check it out at freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Rhett takes a moment to lay out what he hopes to publish during the month of August. There are some fun things ahead, and we hope you're excited about it!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our newest spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We didn't use any Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show, but we don't want to pass up an opportunity to plug them. Be sure to check it out at freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We did use an excellent Battlebards sound effect. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ancient Chamber - Tomb of the Starborn - Score Music, by Alexander Kochetkov

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: Join us as we continue to develop more of the fictional country of Trand. This time, we tackle the economy. It's another meaty subject, but we had a lot of fun chatting about it, and think it'll be helpful for DMs to develop their own games. We hope you enjoy it!

We do reference the Vardalon wiki in this episode, and particularly the page dedicated to the country of Trand. We also pull up the Wikipedia page for Finland. It may help to have both open as you listen.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: We continue our journey into Barovia, as Thane leads Meredith and Rhett through the official Curse of Strahd campaign. A creepy house hides the chance for adventure as we press on!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our special series intro uses this Battlebards song:

Crypts of the Undead - Calling of the Empty Ones - Score Music by Justin Bell

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Wood Creak.wav is a copyright of TimPryor FIREPLACE is a copyright of leosalom

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Crypts of the Undead - Restless Souls - Score Music, by Phil Archer Crypts of the Undead - Stain of the Departed - Score Music, by Evan Kitchener Crypts of the Undead - Where the Dead Dwell - Score Music, by Wilddog Productions Haunted Cemetery - Empty Graves - Score Music, by Lewis Clarke Echoes of the Dead - Ghostly Call, by Audiomob Echoes of the Dead - Ghostly Wail, by Audiomob Evocation Spell - Consecrated Light, by Olivier Girardot Evocation Spell - Memory Rot, by Marc Cholette Evocation Spell - Sacred Space, by Pablo Betancourt Fire Elemental Slam, by Wes Otis

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: At the end of the last season, we left the city of Tlacapa in a state of turmoil. This week, we return to get a glimpse of what happened after the heroes left. Enjoy, Stackers!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our newest spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Crowd Cheering - Strong Cheer and Soft Rhythmic Cheering.wav is a copyright of GregorQuendel Arezzo church.wav is a copyright of volivieri Horse.mp3 is a copyright of 3bagbrew

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Heavenly Plane - Crystal Arch - Score Music, by Ian Fisher Visions of Destiny - Helm to the Knowing - Source Music, by Robert Kilpatrick Visions of Destiny - Prophetess of the Dry Sea - Score Music, by Richard Daskas Wagons and Carriages - Wagon Oxen on Dirt Road, by Phil Lee

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: We continue our journey into Barovia, as Thane leads Meredith and Rhett through the official Curse of Strahd campaign. A creepy house hides the chance for adventure as we press on!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our special series intro uses this Battlebards song:

Crypts of the Undead - Calling of the Empty Ones - Score Music by Justin Bell

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

WindowGlass.mp3 is a copyright of P.Jezisek Sad piano (100bpm) is a copyright of Sunf1re

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Crypts of the Undead - Calling of the Empty Ones - Score Music, by Justin Bell Crypts of the Undead - Restless Souls - Score Music, by Phil Archer Crypts of the Undead - Stain of the Departed - Score Music, by Evan Kitchener Haunted Cemetery - Cemetery Residents - Score Music, by Joseph Pignato Haunted Cemetery - Empty Graves - Score Music, by Lewis Clarke Heavenly Plane - Celestia - Score Music, by M-Owl

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Need a laugh? We wrap up our Season 3 blooper reel with a bang! The season isn't complete until we share our gaffes and giggles from throughout the season. The last few months were especially challenging, but we sure do love getting together, and it shows. We hope you enjoy what we've put together.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we hope you enjoy the ensuing silliness.

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Special: The season isn't complete until we share our gaffes and giggles from throughout the season. The last few months were especially challenging, but we sure do love getting together, and it shows. We hope you enjoy what we've put together, and stay tuned for the second half soon!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we hope you enjoy the ensuing silliness.

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Special: It's time for the Stack o' Dice summer break, but that doesn't mean we're not doing anything! Join us for the first in a short series as Thane leads Meredith and Rhett through the official Curse of Strahd campaign. We're off to a spooky start!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our spot for Battlebards uses music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our special series intro uses this Battlebards song:

Crypts of the Undead - Calling of the Empty Ones - Score Music by Justin Bell

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Door Squeak, Normal, D.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ Door, Church, Close, E.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Crypts of the Undead - Calling of the Empty Ones - Score Music, by Justin Bell Crypts of the Undead - Restless Souls - Score Music, by Phil Archer Crypts of the Undead - Stain of the Departed - Score Music, by Evan Kitchener Evocation Spell - Consecrated Light, by Olivier Girardot Haunted Cemetery - Cemetery Residents - Score Music, by Joseph Pignato Haunted Cemetery - Empty Graves - Score Music, by Lewis Clarke Heavenly Plane - Celestia - Score Music, by M-Owl

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: The third season has ended, so we took some time to share memories and favorite moments of all that happened, and it turns out there's quite a bit! Listen in to what the Stack o' Dice crew focuses on, and feel free to share your thoughts on Twitter or Instagram, or by email.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Farryn lowers her head against the rain as her horse charges across the northern plains of Vondheide. As she rides, part of her mind works on her recent battles, and she comes to some realizations. Join us now to find out what she picks up at level 11!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Nature Claimed Ruins - Hallowed Grounds - Score Music, by Marc Cholette Travel by Horseback - Light Horse - Sprint - No Equipment, by Luca Klingbeil

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 104: In the seaside village of Meersdorf the party has found a cold welcome, but there are those willing to help strangers, even if they bear magic. But stumbling across an unexpected prisoner has changed their escape plans, and now it's time to figure out how to break him out. Listen now to continue the adventure!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Kara - Giggle 15.ogg is a copyright of javapimp Rockfall in Mine.wav is a copyright of benboncan

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Alter Self, by Wes Otis Crypt of the Undead - Calling of the Empty Ones - Source Music, by Justin Bell Crypt of the Undead - Restless Souls - Score Music, by Phil Archer Darkness (Spell), by Wes Otis Disintegrate Spell, by Daniel Warneke Heavenly Plane - Crystal Arch - Score Music, by Ian Fisher Horse Riding, by Wes Otis Lightning Bolt Spell, by Daniel Warneke Raise Dead, by Wes Otis Polymorph, by Wes Otis Travel by Beast - Winged Beast, by Theophile Demarcq Visions of Destiny - Prophetess of the Dry Sea - Score Music, by Richard Daskas Walking on Stone in Platemail, by Olivier Girardot

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 103: Taking the pillar portal leads the party to a windswept region and an uncertain welcome. Listen now to continue the adventure!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Kara - Giggle 15.ogg is a copyright of javapimp Heavy Rain is a copyright of lebaston100 Fall - Spoon.wav is a copyright of Hawkeye_Sprout

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Club Hit 01, by Wes Otis Echoes of the Past - Bygone Epoch - Source Music, by Maria Milewska Echoes of the Past - The Past Whispers - Score Music, by Phil Archer Fearsome Roars - Swamp Critter Hiss, by Marco Imperatori Fireball Spell, by Daniel Warneke Forgotten Chamber - Realm of Stars - Score Music, by Francesco Antonelli Forgotten Chamber - Tomb of the Dead Kings - Score Music, by Phillip Johnson Hidden Realm - Witness to Centuries - Score Music, by Mike Bridge Raise Dead, by Wes Otis Summon Wind, by Wes Otis

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: Join us as we continue to develop more of the fictional country of Trand, now looking at the rather daunting prospect of politics. In spite of our misgivings, this is a rich topic that could add plenty of depth to your game. We hope you enjoy it!

We do reference the Vardalon wiki in this episode, and particularly the page dedicated to the country of Trand. We also pull up the Wikipedia page for Finland. It may help to have both open as you listen.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Tira races for the open portal, her anger still seething inside her. As the wavering surface envelops her, she's struck with a realization of newfound ability. Join us now to find out what she picks up at level 11!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Magic portal open is a copyright of alanmcki Dark Ambient Music 3: Hunted is a copyright of Xanco123

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Dwarf Temple - Prayer Eternal - Score Music, by GoofParade

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 102: The battle in the volcano winds down as black feathers descend. The pillar looms ahead; what awaits the party at its summit? Listen now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

06250 dizzy bolt spell.wav is a copyright of Robinhood76

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Club Hit 01, by Wes Otis Echoes of the Past - Bygone Epoch - Source Music, by Maria Milewska Echoes of the Past - The Past Whispers - Score Music, by Phil Archer Fearsome Roars - Swamp Critter Hiss, by Marco Imperatori Fireball Spell, by Daniel Warneke Forgotten Chamber - Realm of Stars - Score Music, by Francesco Antonelli Forgotten Chamber - Tomb of the Dead Kings - Score Music, by Phillip Johnson Hidden Realm - Witness to Centuries - Score Music, by Mike Bridge Raise Dead, by Wes Otis Summon Wind, by Wes Otis

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: Meredith and Rhett spend some time considering ways to get players involved. There are many ways to do this--more than we could hope to fit into a single Creation Corner--but we're always happy to hear from our Stackers about ways that work for them. We hope you enjoy it!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 101: The battle in the inhospitable pillar chamber continues, and the party finds itself challenged like never before. The leering foe taunts the party, goading them into action. What will happen next? Listen now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Islanti, geysir purkautuu, turistit / Iceland, geyser erupting twice, tourists reacting, talking is a copyright of Yle Arkisto Movie Trailer Boom is a copyright of hykenfreak

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Club - Hit 1, by Wes Otis Evocation Spell - Stunning Trill, by Ravi Nidamarthy Nature Claimed Ruins - Hallowed Grounds - Score Music, by Marc Cholette

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 100: Navigating the volcano to find the next pillar proved a challenge in itself as the party faced some unexpected moments. Now the central chamber lies before them, and a hated foe awaits. What will happen next? Listen now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

TribalDrums.wav is a copyright of HerbertBoland

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Club - Hit 1, by Wes Otis Empowered Magic Missile Spell, by Rajesh Gilbert Enchantment - Transfixion Spell, by Phil Archer Evocation Spell - Moon Path, by Maria Milewska Evocation Spell - Orb of Acid, by Marco Imperatori Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Roar, by Marco Imperatori Fearsome Roars - Swamp Critter Hiss, by Marco Imperatori Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Roar, by Marco Imperatori Javelin Strikes Chainmail, by Illicevici Serban Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Roar, by Marco Imperatori Lightning Bolt Spell, by Daniel Warneke Shortbow Arrow Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste Vestige of Eons - Castlechip - Score Music, by Victor Carracedo

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Bash takes a breath before entering the volcano's central chamber. As he does, he feels a weird rush of energy. Join us now to find out what he picks up at level 11!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Forgotten Chamber - Power Unfaded - Score Music, by Dimitris Vachaviolos

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 99: Standing at the jungle's edge, the forbidding height of the volcano looms ahead. To get to the next pillar, the party must find a way in. What awaits them in its treacherous shadows? Find out now!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Borneo Jungle - Day is a copyright of RTB45

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Alter Self, by Wes Otis Animal Tail Slaps Cloth, by Pablo Betancourt Club - Hit 1, by Wes Otis Enchantment - Trance Spell, by Ravi Nidamarthy Evocation Spell - Arson, by Edwin Montgomery Evocation Spell - Dino Roar, by Maria Milewska Evocation Spell - Orb of Acid, by Marco Imperatori Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Roar, by Marco Imperatori Fearsome Roars - Swamp Critter Hiss, by Marco Imperatori Giant Attack 3, by Wes Otis Hand Axe Strikes Chainmail, by Illicevici Serban Javelin Strikes Chainmail, by Illicevici Serban Savage Beast Bites Cloth, by Olivier Girardot Travel by Beast - Dinosaur, by Olivier Girardot Vestige of Eons - Castlechip - Score Music, by Victor Carracedo

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 98: A frightening encounter in the jungle leads to a mysterious meeting. As the fog clears, the party must make some choices that could affect their quest. Listen now to continue our ongoing story!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. None required attribution. For great selection, visit freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ancient Chamber - Tomb of the Starborn - Score Music, by Alexander Kochetkov Ancient Chamber - Waking the Guardian - Score Music, by Brian Gair Echoes of the Past - Bygone Epoch - Score Music, by Maria Milewska Echoes of the Past - The Past Whispers - Score Music, by Phil Archer Elven Dirge - Immortal's End - Score Music, by Eric Richards Nature Claimed Ruins - The Ruins of Loardamere - Score Music, by Raphael Bellamy

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Creation Corner: Join us as Rhett continues to develop more of the fictional country of Trand, now looking at an often-overlooked part of country development: its geography. See how new elements might enable you to create more compelling and beautiful areas of your fantasy world. We hope you enjoy it!

We do reference the Vardalon wiki in this episode, and particularly the page dedicated to the country of Trand. We also pull up the Wikipedia page for Finland. It may help to have both open as you listen.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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Ep 97: Now surrounded by inhospitable jungle, the party winds its way through dark paths on the way to the distant volcano. What awaits them in the dusky half-light? Listen now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Borneo Jungle - Day is a copyright of RTB45

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Alter Self, by Wes Otis Animal Tail Slaps Cloth, by Pablo Betancourt Club - Hit 1, by Wes Otis Enchantment - Trance Spell, by Ravi Nidamarthy Evocation Spell - Arson, by Edwin Montgomery Evocation Spell - Dino Roar, by Maria Milewska Evocation Spell - Orb of Acid, by Marco Imperatori Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Roar, by Marco Imperatori Fearsome Roars - Swamp Critter Hiss, by Marco Imperatori Giant Attack 3, by Wes Otis Hand Axe Strikes Chainmail, by Illicevici Serban Javelin Strikes Chainmail, by Illicevici Serban Savage Beast Bites Cloth, by Olivier Girardot Travel by Beast - Dinosaur, by Olivier Girardot Vestige of Eons - Castlechip - Score Music, by Victor Carracedo

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 96: As the K'zaran city of Tlacapa fades into the distant twilight, the party must escape the city's searching guards and find a way to both safety and the quest's next goal. Join us now to continue our ongoing story!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

braying donkey - âne brayant is a copyright of beskhu

Flies (flying insect) is a copyright of Suncord_Audiolab Waterfall.wav is a copyright of cosmo235

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Summon Wind, by Wes Otis Forgotten Chamber - Power Unfaded - Score Music, by Dimitris Vachaviolos

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: We take some time to chat with Catherine about her time with us so far. We're now 16 episodes into the third season, and she's finally getting used to Farryn--what does it mean? Meredith and Michael join in the fun with extra commentary and insights.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 95: Armed with the knowledge of an ancient prophecy, the party now seeks a way out of the city and the uncertain attention of the Don of Tlacapa. They're already split up, and now must meet with Roland Darktower at dusk. Listen now to find out what happens next!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Enchantment - Hypnotism Spell, by Novak Cuic Summon Wind, by Wes Otis

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: In this episode Rhett continues to develop some of the history of Trand, adding some substance to the imaginary country to the far northwest. See how you might be able to add some depth to your own fantasy world. We hope you enjoy it!

We do reference the Vardalon wiki in this episode, and particularly the page dedicated to the country of Trand. We also pull up the Wikipedia page for Finland. It may help to have both open as you listen.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 94: When a bashful servant presses a message into Bash's hand, the party is left to wonder what it means since it's in a foreign script. Armed only with a single mysterious name, they must find a way to make sense of it. Join us now for the next episode in our ongoing series!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Echoes of the Past - Bygone Epoch, by Maria Milewska Alter Self, by Wes Otis

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 93: After an uncomfortable feast with the interesting Don Tiago of Tlacapa, the party is making its way into the grounds of his expansive estate to look for a mural that might provide more information about what to do. Things aren't as easy as they seem, though, and more questions appear. Join us now to find out what happens next in our ongoing story!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Echoes of the Past - Bygone Epoch, by Maria Milewska

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: In this episode Rhett takes some time to share an easy way to get started with planning a country. This little hack can not only give you some inspiration, but it can take out a lot of the heavy lifting of starting to give life to a fantasy country. We hope you enjoy it!

We do reference the Vardalon wiki in this episode, and particularly the page dedicated to the country of Trand. We also pull up the Wikipedia page for Finland. It may help to have both open as you listen.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 92: Having met the mayor of Tlacapa, the party now enters the K'zaran city, although with severe misgivings. Are their senses leading them astray? Join us now to find out what happens next in our ongoing story!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Heavenly Plane - Celestia - Score Music, by M-Owl Echoes of the Past - Ancient Stones, by Davide Vannuccini

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 91: Safe on the ground, the party now needs to figure out where it is. They know they're in K'zaro, but where? Join us now to find out what happens next in our ongoing story!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Crowd Cheering - Strong Cheering and Soft Rhythmic Cheering.wav is a copyright of GregorQuendel Arezzo church.wav is a copyright of volivieri

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Heavenly Plane - Caelum - Score Music, by Maria Milewska Portents of the Future - Prophecy of the White Witch, by Lois Paton

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: As Farryn makes her way to the surface of the lake, her warrior instincts guide her shaping of the stone's music to try some new skills. Join us now to find out what she picks up at level 10!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ancient Chamber - Tomb of the Starborn - Score Music, by Alexander Kochetkov

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 90: It's out of the frying pan and into the fire as the party fends off the winged attackers only to find the airship has lost its power of flight after making its way through a mysterious portal. It's all hands on deck now to save each other. Join us now to continue our ongoing story!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Splash, Jumping, C.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Alter Self, by Wes Otis Giant Roar 1, by Wes Otis Heavenly Plane - Crystal Arch - Score Music, by Ian Fisher Skirmish Climactic - Arbitrary Violence - Score Music, by Chris Lewis Skirmish Climactic - Desperate Measures - Score Music, by Eduardo Lopez Skirmish Dramatic - The Ambush - Score Music, by Matias Godoy

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Ep 89: The battle in the sky rages, and trouble looms as things have taken an unexpected turn. Twisted creatures tangle with the valiant crew of the Star Sailor, but can the heroes win the day? Listen now to find out what happens next!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Earthquake_Interior_MetalRattling_2.wav is a copyright of Cell31_Sound_Productions

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Enchantment - Transfixion Spell, by Phil Archer Haunted Cemetery - Empty Graves - Score Music, by Lewis Clarke Large Explosion 10, by Wes Otis Skirmish Climactic - Arbitrary Violence - Score Music, by Chris Lewis Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Roar, by Marco Imperatori Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Shriek, by Marco Imperatori Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Squeal, by Marco Imperatori Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Yell, by Marco Imperatori

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: The holidays always make for a tough recording time, so we won't share an actual play episode this week. We do have a new Creation Corner episode, though, and we hope you enjoy it!

This week, Rhett and a guest take time to discuss the pros and cons of using miniatures and "theater of the mind" in games, and why we chose to take the approach we did for the podcast. Please do share your thoughts with us on Twitter and Instagram, or by email.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 88: Freed from the subterranean prison, the party must find its way free of the place Tira once called home. Much stands between them and freedom, however, and they must use trust each other if they are to win free. Join us now to continue our ongoing story!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Dark Ambient Music 3: Hunted is a copyright of Xanco123 Ships bell.wav is a copyright of CGEffex BIG-REVERB-WARHORN.wav is a copyright of newagesoup

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Male shouting yelling hey !!! is a copyright of Jagadamba

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ancient Chamber - Aeons of Times Untold - Score Music, by Christian Peitsch Evocation Spell - Detonate Electricity, by Abilio Salmeron Lightning Bolt Spell, by Daniel Warneke Nature Claimed Ruins - Hallowed Grounds - Source Music, by Marc Cholette Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Roar, by Marco Imperatori Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Shriek, by Marco Imperatori Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Squeal, by Marco Imperatori Fearsome Roars - Giant Bird Yell, by Marco Imperatori Shortbow Arrow His Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste Transmutation - Hover Aloft Spell, by Ravi Nidamarthy Vestige of Eons - Castlechip - Score Music, by Victor Carracedo

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Ep 87: Locked in a secure room in the depths of her ancestral home, Tira must find a way to get the party free. It's a tense end to a bittersweet homecoming; listen now to hear the latest!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We often use Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. Although we don't use any in this episode, check out freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We did use some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Echoes of the Past - Ancient Stones - Score Music, by Davide Vannuccini Enchantment - Trance Spell, by Ravi Nidamarthy Evocation Spell - Arson, by Edwin Montgomery Lightning Bolt Spell, by Daniel Warneke Visions of Destiny - Helm to the Knowing - Score Music, by Robert Kilpatrick

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Creation Corner: It's a particularly busy time of year, so we won't share an actual play episode this week. We do have a new Creation Corner episode, though, and we hope you enjoy it!

This week, Rhett shares his thoughts on using secret messages to help build compelling games. We've seen this method at work in Bash's conversations, and now we'd love to know if or how you use "For Your Eyes Only" notes in your own games.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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Ep 86: The airship closes in on Arden, and the party braces for a difficult homecoming. What awaits Tira, Bash, and Farryn? Listen now to find out!

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Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Crowd Cheering - Strong Cheering and Soft Rhythmic Cheering.wav is a copyright of GregorQuendel

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Doors and Portals - Barred Door Opening, by Franco Cugusi Doors and Portals - Massive Wood Door, by Phil Archer Haunted Cemetery - Cemetery Residents - Score Music, by Joseph Pignato Hidden Realm - Witness to Centuries - Source Music, by Mike Bridge

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Special: Tira takes advantage of a moment of calm to think about recent events and her own growth. Join us now to find out what she picks up at level 10!

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We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Dwarf Temple - Prayer Eternal - Score Music, by GoofParade

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 85: The fight is over, and now the party is faced with a decision--answer the call to return home, or press on with the Stag's quest. It's a tough choice, and both roads are important. What will happen next? Listen now to find out!

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Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Elven Dirge - Immortal's End - Score Music, by Eric Richards Summon Wind, by Wes Otis Echoes of the Past - The Past Whispers - Score Music, by Phil Archer

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: The fight is over, and Wamberbash has a chance to tap into more of his powers as he reflects on recent events and the sand of the spreading desert. Join us now to find out what he picks up at level 10!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Echoes of the Past - The Past Whispers - Score Music, by Phil Archer

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Ep 84: A chance meeting in the deserts of southern Moriga leads to a wild moonlight encounter. The party is all in on adventure, so check out what happens next now in this episode.

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Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Alter Self, by Wes Otis Trance Spell, by Ravi Nidamarthy Evocation Spell - Arson, by Edwin Montgomery Evocation Spell - Detonate Electricity, by Abilio Salmeron Evocation Spell - Handfire, by Matias Godoy Flail - Hit 3, by Wes Otis Shortbow Arrow Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste

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Ep 83: After leaving the lands of the Witani, the party is making its way east to the faraway land of K'zaro. But an uncertain airship means frequent stops, and now Bash's curiosity has put him in an apparent predicament. Check us out to find out what happens next in our ongoing story!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ancient Chamber - Tomb of the Starborn - Score Music, by Alexander Kochetkov Summon Wind, by Wes Otis

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 82: Travel by airship is cool and all, but what happens when the convenient conveyance needs to stop for a mandatory rest? As the heroes make their way to their next destination, they find themselves grounded for a bit. Check us out to find out what happens next in our ongoing story!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Hidden Realm - Witness to Centuries - Score Music, by Mike Bridge Journey - Umoja - Score Music, by Alexander Nakarada Summon Wind, by Wes Otis

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 81: It's time to go, and the airship awaits. Much remains to be done in the world, and the party is anxious to get on with the work. But what happens when the unexpected strikes? Listen now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Echoes of the Dead - Ghostly Wail, by Audiomob Echoes of the Dead - Laugh of the Spirits, by Marco Imperatori Haunted Cemetery - Cemetery Residents - Score Music, by Joseph Pignato Haunted Manifestations - Ghostly Wail 2, by Ian Fisher Haunted Manifestations - Ghostly Wail 3, by Ian Fisher Hidden Realm - Witness to Centuries - Score Music, by Mike Bridge Lightning Bolt Spell, by Daniel Warneke Voices of the Forgotten - Ghostly Despair, by Audiomob Voices of the Forgotten - Scream of the Forgotten, by Rafael Hofstadter Weather - Medium Wind, by Olivier Girardot

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Ep 80: The party must tie up loose ends as it gets to know a new friend. It's a time for hope and reflection as the last lingering effects of battle subside. What will happen next in our ongoing story? Listen now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Crowd Cheering - Strong Cheering and Soft Rhythmic Cheering.wav is a copyright of GregorQuendel

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Downtime - Nomadic Dawn - Score Music, by Alexander Nakarada Echoes of the Past - The Past Whispers - Source Music, by Phil Archer Heavenly Plane - Crystal Arch - Score Music, by Ian Fisher

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Ep 79: As we kick off our third season, the great battle against the Reaver's marauding army is over, and the party must make sense of things in the aftermath. There's much to process, and much to sort through. What will happen next? Listen now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

BIG-REVERB-WARHORN.wav is a copyright of newagesoup Heavy Rain is a copyright of lebaston100 The rain falls against the parasol is a copyright of straget eel fishing 2.wav is a copyright of mystiscool

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Electric Shock.wav is a copyright of GlenCurtisAdams

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Fantasy War Zone, by Wes Otis Churches of Good - Prayer to the Sun God - Source Music, by Maria Milewska Dark Elf City - Black Towers of the Spider Queen - Score Music, by Marc Cholette Elven Dirge - Immortal's End - Score Music, by Eric Richards Evocation Spell - Detonate Electricity, by Abilio Salmeron Restorative Spell, by Pablo Betancourt

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After meeting the Great Stag, Tira, Bash, and Peter made their way to the city of Flenmoor to begin their quest. But first, they had to discover what they were looking for. To do this, they needed to learn what the Jewels of Edelenn were.

On arriving at the library of Flenmoor, the party realized someone had beaten them to it: Rebec, the wandering troubadour they had befriended outside the city, had been poring over the text, and had been making notes. What could it mean?

This special episode provides this foundational text in a standalone format for easy reference. Here's the text:

Whilom there was a king in noble land
Who rose to throne full mighty in his pow’r.
His head was high, his frame of kingly state
The rod of governance was in his hand.
Full well the people trusted him to lead,
But he was turned by lust for golden things,
And bled the people dry through lusty greed.
No bottom had he for his deep desire,
No treasure deemed he worthy short of all;
All rings and scepters sought he to control,
No matter where in Edelenn they lay.

To this ignoble end he put his men,
Four captains of his armies, val’rous all.
They scoured the land, in four directions rode,
Returned with waggons heaped with treasure bright.
Yet greatest skill in metal was still naught
In that consuméd king’s now jaundiced eye,
And taking up the captains’ fam’lies said
Their lives were forfeit should they fail again.
With tears in eyes the captains rode anew,
And bent with doubled minds to task at hand;
They knew the price that failure bore too well,
And cursed in silence him for whom they rode.

But while the captains fared so far afield,
Close enemies attacked the foolish king.
He, unprepared, with armies with no heads
Fell victim to the force and might of arms.
They bore him thence to dungeons deep and dark,
And in the gloom he wailed for days gone by.
Oh, that he had not sent in foolish pride
The very ones on whom his safety lay!
But late, too late, the lesson came to him,
And soon he loosed his grip on golden toys
To buy his freedom from the hated foe.

When came the captains to report their woe—
for none had found more riches for his hoard—
They found a broken man on empty throne.
How unlike king the weeping man now seemed.
He welcomed them with open arms spread wide,
And gave to them their families unharmed.
With tears the captains now confessed their lack;
No treasures could replace the empty vaults.
But jewels fine they had encountered when,
In journeys wide they chanced upon great wealth.
Not wealth of thing or wealth of smiling gold,
But wealth of knowledge, and of helpful craft.
Four cities had these noble riders found,
Four jewels shining in the farthest reach.

First, in the west, in tangled jungles thick
A city carved from stone and woody root.
Jarhamanad it hight, that wondrous place.

The next, in west again, on mountain high,
With terraces of flow’rs by breeze caressed,
It was yclept Tuo Nue, the quiet peace.

And then in east, a desert place and bare,
A roving city, made of tents and ropes.
Fierce nomads round its route yclept Jama.

The last, but not the least, in east was set
On white-rimmed coast against a jungle dark,
Ebendele the fair, a lovely city bright.

These were the jewels the captains brought their king,
Four cities great in learning, knowledge, pow’r.
When told, the king did weep and rue the day
That golden dreams did blind him to the cost
His pride would bring upon a people dear.

Not all was lost, for then in after days
The king did send for peace both east and west,
And stores of knowledge found and made did share.
Then came a day when wealth to him restored,
Yea, twice and thrice his vaults were over-filled.
For knowledge is the greatest treasure here
That mortal man may seek to sate his thirst.

And so the lesson comes to all who read,
Beware of fleeting treasure in your hand,
That is today yet on the morrow flees,
But seek instead the prize that cannot fail,
And draw upon the jewels of Edelenn.

We used an excellent Battlebards music track. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Portents of the Future - Prophecy of the White Witch - Score Music, by Lois Paton

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Special: Last week's player-driven recap did a good job of summarizing the details of last season, but DM Rhett thought it would be useful to step back and look at the big picture of events. Join us now for a brief look at some of the larger moving parts of our ongoing story.

Actual play episodes will begin in October, so stay tuned!

Share your lessons with us on Twitter and Instagram (@stackodice) or by email (stack.o.dice@gmail.com)!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Join the Stack o' Dice gang as they give a mashed-up recount of the show's second season, hitting the highlights along the way. This is a great way to refresh your memory about the story's events so far, or to provide a new listeners with a shortcut into our show--although we'd love for you to hit all our episodes!

Actual play episodes will begin in October, so stay tuned!

Share your lessons with us on Twitter and Instagram (@stackodice) or by email (stack.o.dice@gmail.com)!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Last week we shared the first half of our Season 2 blooper reel, and this week we give you the second half! Dig in for some more amusing outtakes from episodes all throughout the season, and we'll see you at the gaming table soon!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we hope you enjoy the ensuing silliness.

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Special: It's been a long, weird season, but we're happy to close it out with our now-traditional blooper reel. We hope you'll enjoy these outtakes from episodes all throughout the season as much as we do.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we hope you enjoy the ensuing silliness.

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Special: Being behind the DM's screen can be challenging, but it can also be extremely rewarding! Rhett takes some time to share his thoughts on what he's learned as a dungeon master for both the podcast and other games.

Share your lessons with us on Twitter and Instagram (@stackodice) or by email (stack.o.dice@gmail.com)!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Spoilers ahead! If you haven't caught up on our actual play episodes, proceed at your own risk. Otherwise, join in an informal conversation as we relive some highlights.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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Ep 78: Battle has been joined on the Sea of Grass as the Witani face one of the Reaver's armies. The Heroes of Arden find themselves in a desperate fight, not only for their lives, but for those of an entire people. Join us now to hear the exciting conclusion of our second season!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

WINK-01.wav is a copyright of newagesoup Poison Spell Magic is a copyright of qubodup Bell, Candle Damper, A (H4n).wav is a copyright of InspectorJ Sizzling.aif is a copyright of JasonElrod Heavy Rain is a copyright of lebaston100 Thunder, Very Close, Rain, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ DryThunder3.wav is a copyright of juskiddink

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Cavalry Battle, by Wes Otis Fantasy War Zone, by Wes Otis Shortbow Arrow Barrage Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste Shortbow Arrow Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste Cure Light Wounds Spell, by Pablo Betancourt Elven Dirge - Ma Serannas - Score Music, by Mario Luengo Enchantment - Trance Spell, by Ravi Niidamarthy Evocation Spell - Arson, by Edwin Montgomery Evocation Spell - Handfire, by Matias Godoy Giant Attack 3, by Wes Otis Lightning Bolt Spell, by Daniel Warneke Summon Wind, by Wes Otis Vestige of Eons - Ancient Stone Circle - Score Music, by Owen Heritage Visions of Destiny - Helm to the Knowing - Score Music, by Robert Kilpatrick

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: Hang in there, Stackers! This is our last Creation Corner episode for the season, and next week we'll close it out with the final actual play episode for Season 2.

This week, Thane and Rhett meet again to show the process for timeline and narrative driven town building with a from-scratch walkthrough as we create a brand-new town. It's a lot of fun, and we hope you'll enjoy it, too.

You can find the town map in our online storage location.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: We're in the middle of travel season, so we're filling the time with another special episode. This time, Thane and Rhett discuss the lowly random encounter. Instead of just another fight, these special occasions can become a welcome and enriching part of your game and your world. Check out ways to rethink your use of random encounters now!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 77: Dawn breaks, and with it comes a forbidding day and a looming battle. Join us now to see how the heroes take on the foe!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Crowd Cheering - Strong Cheering and Soft Rhythmic Cheering.wav is a copyright of GregorQuendel

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Heartbeat.wav is a copyright of 170134

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Cavalry Battle, by Wes Otis City Siege - Defending the Gates - Score Music, by Phil Archer Fantasy War Zone, by Wes Otis Orc War March - Army of Savagery - Source Music, by Richard Daskas Shortbow Arrow Barrage Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste Shortbow Arrow His Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste Travel by Horseback - Heavy Horse - Relaxed - Basic Equipment, by Olivier Girardot

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 76: Having arrived back at the Witani camp, Tira, Bash, and Peter have formed a plan with the Witani rulers. Now, on the eve of battle, they must make final preparations before the onslaught. Join us now in this penultimate episode of Season Two.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We usually use Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show, although we didn't use any this time. Be sure to visit freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

We did use some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Haunted Cemetery - Cemetery Residents - Score Music by Joseph Pignato Heavenly Plane - Crystal Arch - Score Music by Ian Fisher

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: More quarantine fare while we try to wait out COVID. We think the end may be in sight!

In this episode, Thane and Rhett take some time to go over ways to spice up the narrative in your games. The great thing is, it works for both Dungeon Masters AND players! Check it out, and share your thoughts with us.

Thanks for your continuing patience. We'll be back to actual play episodes soon!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: More quarantine fare while we try to wait out COVID. In this episode, Thane and Rhett dive into cities. We often take these locations for granted, but they can become an incredibly rich part of any campaign. Listen in now to find out how!

Here are links to some of the resources we reference in this week's episode:

Differences between different road types: https://lifehacker.com/the-difference-between-streets-boulevards-avenues-an-1789115850 Medieval jobs: http://arcana.wikidot.com/list-of-medieval-european-professions Itch.io: https://itch.io/ Ex Novo, a city-building game by @Sharkbombs on Twitter: https://sharkbombs.itch.io/ex-novo

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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Special: Last week we talked a bit about the firsthome concept that applies to the dwarves in our world of Vardalon. This week, Rhett expands on the concept with a 1.5 hour writing challenge that shares the creation of the Ironstag Clan's firsthome.

We hope you enjoy it, and if you're inspired to draw what it looks like, we'd love to share it! Catch us on our Twitter and Instagram feeds @stackodice, or by email at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Bell, Candle Damper, A (H4n).wav is a copyright of InspectorJ Metal Clank 2 is a copyright of JustInvoke Waterfall.wav is a copyright of cosmo235

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Echoes of the Past - Ancient Stones - Score Music, by Davide Vannuccini Enchantment - Sleep Spell, by Novak Cuic Heavenly Plane - Caelum - Score Music, by Maria Milewska Nature Claimed Ruins - The Ruins of Loardamere - Score Music, by Raphael Bellamy

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Creation Corner: More quarantine fare while we try to wait out COVID. In this episode, Thane and Rhett talk about ways Dungeon Masters can get a feeling of comfort in running D&D games. But it's not just all about DMs--players can take part in adding a feeling of comfort and ownership of a game world as well.

We also mention a great podcast that's sure to get you hooked on puzzles and escape rooms--check out Escape This Podcast for some excellent listening.

Listen now to find out more!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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Creation Corner: More quarantine fare while we try to wait out COVID. In this episode, we finish exploring the heroic cycle as laid out by Joseph Campbell in his classic 1949 book, The Hero with a Thousand Faces.

The excerpts we read in this episode come from the Wikipedia article on the heroic cycle; if you're interested, do check it out!

We also mention a special document that covers Epic Level Characters on the DM's Guild. If you want to take your players beyond what's covered in the core rule books, you'll want to check this out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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Creation Corner: More quarantine fare while we try to wait out COVID. In this episode, we start exploring the heroic cycle as laid out by Joseph Campbell in his classic 1949 book, The Hero with a Thousand Faces.

The excerpts we read in this episode come from the Wikipedia article on the heroic cycle; if you're interested, do check it out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Creation Corner: We've recently seen a bump in the number of social media posts on how distance and travel are a challenge for Dungeon Masters. If this describes you, pull up a chair and get ready to share some time with Rhett as he breaks down the distances and speeds of the various forms of travel!

In this episode, we provide a handy spreadsheet that pulls together the various references in both the Player's Handbook and the Dungeon Master's Guide into a single handy place. We also share an interesting Reddit post that shows why implementing the variant encumbrance rule could make for more fun in the long run.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Journey - Jokull (Orchestral Version) - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada Journey - Solitary Diversity - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada Journey - Umoja - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Some recent questions from Stackers have asked about supporting the show. Meredith and Rhett take some time to share the best ways to do just that. There are ways to help right now, and some ways to help in the future. We hope you'll be excited about them, and we especially want to hear from you!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, http://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: After so much time in a game, the lowly character sheet becomes a piece of nostalgia as level after level of character history transforms it. We continue our mini-series with Michael, who reminisces with Rhett about the items in his inventory, sharing where they came from and what they mean to him and to Peter. Plus, mystery yams!

Stackers, what are your favorite invenstories? The items on our character sheets can represent great adventures, devious plots, and lost love; we'd love to know about your top ones.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, http://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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Special: After so much time in a game, the lowly character sheet becomes a piece of nostalgia as level after level of character history transforms it. We continue our mini-series with Thane, who reminisces with Rhett about the items in his inventory, sharing where they came from and what they mean to him and to Peter.

Stackers, what are your favorite invenstories? The items on our character sheets can represent great adventures, devious plots, and lost love; we'd love to know about your top ones.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, http://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: After so much time in a game, the lowly character sheet becomes a piece of nostalgia as level after level of character history transforms it. Meredith takes some time this week to talk with Rhett about the items in her inventory, sharing where they came from and what they mean to her and to Tira.

Stackers, what are your favorite invenstories? The items on our character sheets can represent great adventures, devious plots, and lost love; we'd love to know about your top ones.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, http://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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Special: Esymires has been an ongoing non-player character through the course of our adventure. This week, we take a look at a bit of his history and get to know him better. We hope you'll enjoy this exclusive peek, and that you'll share your thoughts with us on Twitter and Instagram.

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We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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Special: ARE YOU READY TO. . . test character concepts against each other? That's exactly what we intend to do this summer in a bracketed tournament-style contest that will pit characters against each other. We're still working out the details, but this teaser episode gives you some ideas that we're taking into account.

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We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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Special: While we're hunkered down in light of a very real and dangerous virus, we thought we might use the time to flesh out a part of Peter's past--one that's only been mentioned in passing so far. In this special episode, we develop the circumstances around the great Blisterfoot epidemic that raged through Vondheide about a decade ago, and how Peter played a part in fighting its spread. Tune in now for all the details!

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We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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Special: As Tira and Bash take part in the planning for the upcoming battle, they find their reflections are helping them to grow in ability. Join us to see what they pick up in this special mini-episode.

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We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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Ep 75:

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Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

UboatEngine.wav is a copyright of metamorphmuses Bundle falling to ground is a copyright of pfranzen Dark Ambient Music 3: Hunted is a copyright of Xanco123 Male gasps is a copyright of pfranzen

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Crank #4 is a copyright of arnaud coutancier Crowd after Encore.wav is a copyright of soundslikewillem

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Elven Dirge - I Lament - Score Music by Richard Daskas Expedition - Wanderer - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

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Ep 74: The party has done important work for the Wulf Witani, and now it's time to try to convince them of the need to unite with their long-divided brethren to face the Reaver's threat. Is Tira up to the task? Can she sway a people who want only to live in peace? Find out now in the next episode of our ongoing story!

The rough images from this episode are available online, as well as on Twitter and Instagram.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

UboatEngine.wav is a copyright of metamorphmuses Bundle falling to ground is a copyright of pfranzen Ambience, Machine Factory, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ MedievalArmyMarchingLoop.mp3 is a copyright of Yap_Audio_Production RAM_Mouth Hawk_rev_v1.wav is a copyright of reidedo Dark Ambient Music 3: Hunted is a copyright of Xanco123

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Crank #4 is a copyright of arnaud coutancier

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Dwarf Temple - The Soul Forging - Score Music by Otto Orion Expedition - Wanderer - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada Travel by Horseback - Heavy Horse - Relaxed - Basic Equipment by Olivier Girardot Travel by Horseback - Light Horse - Sprint - No Equipment by Luca Klingbeil

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Special: Peter's experiences have led him to a new level of ability--level 9! Join us to see what he picks up in this special mini-episode.

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We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

harp heaven.wav is a copyright of X3nus

We typically us Battlebards sound effects. If you want to punch up your games, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 73: The last echoes of the fight against the otherworldly creature in the collapsed caverns die away, and Tira, Bash, and Peter are left trying to figure out how to move a massive piece of starstone. Time is ticking, so they have to get moving. Find out what happens next right now!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

Our new spots for Dice Envy and Battlebards use music from Battlebards! We hope you like our use of:

Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music by Moises Alvarez Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music by Shams Ahsan

And our recap segment uses this Battlebards song:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music by Alexander Nakarada

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Door Squeak, Normal, D.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ Rope pull 2.wav is a copyright of Huggy13ear Heavy Impact is a copyright of SilverIllusionist rocks2.ogg is a copyright of smcameron

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music, by Alexander Nakarada Dragon - Growl 1, by Wes Otis Fearsome Roars - Giant Insect Shriek, by Marco Imperatori Forgotten Chamber - Chamber of the Fey King - Score Music, by Jarrod Royles Travel by Horseback - Horse and Carriage on Cobble - Slow Pace, by WildDog Productions

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Ep 72: In the last episode the weird hill in The Hollow challenged each member of the party. Now they must regather themselves and press on to the south end of this mysterious place. With only the vaguest notion of what lies in store, they must have faith in each other's abilities. Find out what happens next right now!

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We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Click is a copyright of lebaston100

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Highflow River is a copyright of CaganCelik

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Crypts of the Undead - Restless Souls - Score Music, by Phil Archer Ancient Chamber - Waking the Guardian - Score Music, by Brian Gair Fearsome Roars - Giant Insect Shriek, by Marco Imperatori Forgotten Chamber - Chamber of the Fey King - Score Music, by Jarrod Royles Forgotten Chamber - Temple to the Grey - Score Music, by Luka Lebanidze Haunted Manifestations - Stygian Moans, by Ian Fisher

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Ep 71: Emerging from the swamp, the party must press further into The Hollow, where unknown things await. It's a different world down here where the Wulf Witani have chosen to dwell, but Tira, Bash, and Peter are committed to finding a way to bring them together. What awaits them? Find out now!

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We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Splash, Jumping, C.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ 20071202.walking.shadow.wav is a copyright of dobroide

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Evocation Spell - Ear Piercing Scream, by Marc Cholette Haunted Cemetery - Cemetery Residents - Score Music, by Joseph Pignato Nature Claimed Ruins - Hallowed Grounds - Score Music, by Marc Cholette Nature Claimed Ruins - The Ruins of Loardamere - Score Music, by Raphael Bellamy Travel by Horseback - Light Horse - Sprint - No Equipment, by Luca Klingbeil

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Special: NPCs can help make or break a game. Rhett faces off against one of his many weak areas as a DM, and shares his thoughts on a new way to prepare NPCs to make them more robust and flexible in interactions with player characters. 

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We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: The cutscenes have become a favorite part of our games. Rhett walks through his reasoning for including them, and we'd love to hear from you, Stacker, to know if you use them and how. 

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We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Early last week, Rhett got to spend some time chatting with Pat Eyler of Foot of the Mountain Adventures. If you love maps, and want to get in touch with an artist who creates hand-crafted, custom maps, you'll want to check out Pat's work! You can find him at @mountain_foot on Twitter, or on his Patreon page.

After spending some time working through A Pattern Language, Rhett plotted out a new version of the map of Arden. In this special episode, he walks through the new elements, and talks about the various patterns that helped to shape the new concept.

To follow along, open the map of Arden.

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We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Early last week, Rhett got to spend some time chatting with Pat Eyler of Foot of the Mountain Adventures. If you love maps, and want to get in touch with an artist who creates hand-crafted, custom maps, you'll want to check out Pat's work! You can find him at @mountain_foot on Twitter, or on his Patreon page.

There are some neat world building tools out there, but who'd have thought there'd be one from 1977? Join us as we dig into A Pattern Language, a gem of a book that looks at how to build meaningful communities from the high-level region all the way down to the private home. In this first Creation Corner episode on the topic, we start looking at the book's layout and some examples of the information it contains.

The result of the reading is eventually a map of Arden, and we'd love for you to check it out.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, http://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 70: A spooky swamp and a shadowy goal make for uncertain times as our heroes make their way through The Hollow. The last branch of the divided Witani is somewhere in here, but first we must see them through the peaty waters of a nasty place. What lies in wait? Find out now!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/stackodice, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Splash, Jumping, C.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

05966 water surfacing spalshes.wav is a copyright of Robinhood76

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Crypts of the Undead - Restless Souls - Score Music, by Phil Archer Echoes of the Past - Nature's Dark Reclaim - Score Music, by Timothy Songailo Evocation Spell - Ear Piercing Scream, by Marc Cholette Evocation Spell - Moon Path, by Maria Milewska Fearsome Roars - Dino Shrill, by Marco Imperatori Fireball Spell, by Daniel Warneke Fearsome Roars - Dino Shrill, by Marco Imperatori Slimes - Split Move, by Wes Otis Slimes - Black Pudding Movement, by Wes Otis And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: Rhett takes some time to talk about the inspiration for The Hollow, the forbidding land where the last arm of the Witani have settled. As we saw in the last episode, it's a pretty nasty place, so where did it come from? Listen now to find out!

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We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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Ep 69: Onward! As the party seeks the final fragment of the shattered Witani, they find themselves in a bleak land. In spite of the uncertainty, they are resolved to proceed, but at what cost? Much lies hidden in the grim boundaries of The Hollow. Listen now to find out what happens next!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Splash, Jumping, C.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ underwater wailing is a copyright of CuddleNucks

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Snorting horse.wav is a copyright of soundslikewillem 05966 water surfacing spalshes.wav is a copyright of Robinhood76

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Crypts of the Undead - Restless Souls - Score Music, by Phil Archer Dark Elf City - Black Towers of the Spider Queen - Score Music, by Marc Cholette Lightning Bolt Spell, by Daniel Warneke Nature Claimed Ruins - The Ruins of Loardamere - Score Music, by Raphael Bellamy

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Ep 68: Rain still falls from the leaden skies above Whitehill, but the still form of a defeated foe lies in the mud of the Pit. The party must now use the spectacle to drive home its point and seek unity with this tribe of the Witani. What happens next? Listen now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Hovoset vauhkona, hevosjoukko / Horses going wild, skittish, neighing and snorting, hooves, mix is a copyright of YleArkisto

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Crowd after Encore.wav is a copyright of soundslikewillem

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music, by Shams Ahsan Elven Dirge - Mennai Um Vela Ata - Score Music, by GoofParade Heavenly Plane - Caelum - Score Music, by Maria Milewska

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Part of the reason behind this podcast is to share what we're learning both about D&D and podcasting as we go. On a whim, we decided to spend some time discussing the game after the 67th episode. In this short special, we talk about our most memorable game moments.

If this discussion prompts any game-related questions in your mind, share them with us on Twitter or Instagram (@stackodice) or by email (stack.o.dice@gmail.com). We'd love to hear from you, and will try to answer them in future episodes.

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Ep 67: After a tough battle, our heroes must now negotiate with Dunsige to begin to unite the Witani. Will our adventurers sway the king to their cause? Listen now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Poison Spell Magic is a copyright of qubodup

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Cracking wood is a copyright of JappeHallunken 06250 dizzy bolt spell.wav is a copyright of Robinhood76

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Skirmish Dramatic - The Ambush - Score Music, by Matias Godoy

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Ep 66: The city of Whitehill looms ahead in the forbidding weather, and a ring of horse warriors rides close behind our friends. What awaits them in this grim place? Will they find a welcome reception? Listen now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Wild Boar / Grunting / Squealing is a copyright of TheVeoMammoth11 Dark Ambient Music 3: Hunted is a copyright of Xanco123 DoorCreaking10.flac is a copyright of Zabuhailo BIG-REVERB-WARHORN.wav is a copyright of newagesoup Spitting.wav is a copyright of bmcken Water, Dripping, Medium, A.wav is a copyright of redafs Plywood_Prying_01.wav is a copyright of dheming Heavy Rain is a copyright of lebaston100

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Crowd after Encore.wav is a copyright of soundslikewillem MetalCreakingandFalling.wav is a copyright of TurtleLG 06250 dizzy bolt spell.wav is a copyright of Robinhood76

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Cure Light Wounds Spell, by Pablo Betancourt Elven Dirge - Mennai Um Vela Ata - Score Music, by GoofParade Empowered Magic Missile Spell, by Rajesh Gilbert

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Ep 65: During the feast with the Marchioness, the party plans its next move, although much uncertainty still remains. But their resolve will carry them through--or will it? Check it out now in this week's episode!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Plywood_Prying_01.wav is a copyright of dheming

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Crowd after Encore.wav is a copyright of soundslikewillem

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Downtime - Bonfire - Score Music, by Alexander Nakarada Elven Dirge - Immortal's End - Score Music, by Eric Richards Elven Village - Ascending the Vale - Score Music, by Kevin MacLeod

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Tira and Bash take a moment to reflect on their progress over the past few days in this special level-up episode. Join us as we weave their attainment of level 8 into our ongoing story, and roll some dice!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used an excellent Battlebards music track. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Downtime - Bonfire - Score Music, by Alexander Nakarada

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Toward the end of Episode 64, Tira, Bash, and Peter were dining in the great mead hall of Beorhtmedu with the Marchioness when they heard singing coming from outside. This special episode shares the contents of that song, which Rhett has patterned after the style of Old English poetry.

The format may be a bit odd for most of us, since this style relies more on repeated initial sounds instead of shared ending sounds, but we hope you'll enjoy it nonetheless.

Here's the text in a standalone format for easy reference:

The Song of the Witani

Lo! May we, the many-numbered approach the all-giving mother
of our kin, the open-handed, giver of bright gifts of gold
to the brave and bold warriors of the wind-swept plains.
Of old our horses roamed to the rising-home,
the sun’s sweet hall where Dawn drinks deep of day to come.
Of old our horses strode to the setting-home,
where the wings of night press in upon the pale.
Of old our horses made us master of all between,
and lords of a land that sprang with sweetest gifts.

Once our will ran right and true,
a single sense that burned bright—
three threads today that once were one—
we, the Witani, knew defeat as does
the east the west. No foe might fight us and win;
in the great grass lands, where horse-bands' blade
fell fiercely on those who tried to take from us.
Many woeful learned to wail, sad for all the empty seats
in their halls of honor when our warriors rode:
Glory-filled days gone with the whisper of the wind.

Then came the crows, feasting with raven feathers
on us, talons tearing us brother from brother,
rending and riving and driving deep
the cracks that cut our folk far from love for itself.
May gods give grace to heal the hurts that have
torn us, tell us how we might mend
and not needlessly drive hatred deeper.

For now, fair gods, our need is nearer than ever,
as dark hosts stand at our door, their swords swift and sure.
Our gift-giver, the Fair Lady who sits in the honey-sweet hall,
leads us to light, makes haven for the hungry
and helps the helpless with a wall in the wasteland,
a firm friend with all-shielding arms.
Her hands hold no gold but let it freely flow
to those who love the land that remains ours by right.

Yet up climbs the cost as days drag on to months.
Too many horses run home with no warrior
holding high the blooded blade and battered shield.
They lie in the long hills made by man’s hands,
cold arms crossed below the blood-soaked earth.
And still the slaughter makes its way to where
both hearth and heart once dwelt. Here, we wail for them.

But bold horse-bands still ride and bite the black-clad foe,
guiding them with wounds too great to seek softer lands.
In this great work the will of our Lady leads,
for of herself she helps— her own child, strong and steady,
rides to rid the land of the fearsome foe.
How can we lose heart when so many work for our good?
Time fails us to tell of storied names and steeds
Who work as one in sun’s harsh heat,
or moon’s glow, in grey of winter’s snow or spring’s sky-tears.
Of Ecgferth, Ealdraed’s son, or Totholt the life-taker
our songs once sang, and still will, should gods’ smiles stay on us.
While they ride forth for us, our heads may rest under roofs
where careless dreams come. Our songs and words to gods hasten their feet.

But though the tide of Witan care creeps high,
new hope hastens to us, unseen by all but
the wisest ones we have. For do our songs not say
that from the sun may sail hope from on high?
And lo, again, may we know our hope anew,
for on this day, when dread has seemed as black as it could be,
a wondrous sight, when from the gathered gloom
five friends came from a ship that sails the clouds.
Without a sea, this water-horse has led the light
to bring to bold Beorhtmedu a way to wage new war.

The first is full of craft, wise Esymires, whose wingéd
steed sails the sky. He led to Stedingas the band.

Then comes Radiance of the sun, a worthy warrior
blessed with the aura of Ardan. Her arm shall awe the darkness.

Bold Peter walks worthily in the name of life and light,
a land-living one who walks with Vasham.

A doughty dwarf with axes keen and cruel
is Tira, eldest daughter of the earth. A fool is he who raises her wrath.

And last but not the least, wild Wamberbash, who wears
the smell of snarling beasts as most might wear a skin.

These all have sailed swiftly from the morning’s meadows,
leaving the heated halls of the rising red sun
to bring to truth the words that fill sorrowful souls
with fire and flame rekindled to scorch and slay
those who would claim our lives and lands.

So sing we now, and shall sing, Witani all!

We used an excellent Battlebards music track. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Downtime - Fantasy Ambience - Score Music, by Alexander Nakarada

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Ep 64: A chance encounter in the edges of the Sea of Grass starts uncertainly. A fierce people of horse warriors has surrounded the party. What will come of it? Listen now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Check out some pictures of reconstructed mead halls to get an idea of what Beorhtmedu looks like!

Also, enjoy the Kid Snippets channel--lots of fun there.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Hovoset vauhkona, hevosjoukko / Horses going wild, skittish, neighing and snorting, hooves, mix is a copyright of YleArkisto

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Downtime - Blood Eagle - Score Music, by Alexander Nakarada Downtime - Wanderer - Source Music, by Alexander Nakarada

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Ep 63: After a tantalizing glimpse at the pinnacle of Esymires' creative genius, the party has watched the first working airship sail right by, with a crew aboard helpless to stop it. What will Tira, Bash, and Peter decide to do? Find out now in this week's episode!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Snorting horse.wav is a copyright of soundslikewillem

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Forgotten Chamber - Temple to the Grey - Score Music, by Luka Lebanidze

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Special Episode: In our actual play-less post-Thanksgiving period, we thought it'd be good to fill the time with a bit of backstory, so we revisit a place the party has already gone to see what life is like in the Valley of the Bones. It was a joyless place, but we hope this story adds a bit of dimension to it, and to the larger country of Seth-Arban.

In this show we mention Rob of Rob Ervin Voice Overs. If you want great results at affordable rates, check out Rob's work today!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Explosion is a copyright of Iwiploppenisse Riot Crowd Immersed in 5.1 Take 2 is a copyright of MrProfDr[.]weed

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Echoes of the Past - Ancient Stones - Score Music, by Davide Vannuccini Nature Claimed Ruins - The Raven City - Score Music, by Raphael Bellamy Prophecy of Scale - The Serpentine Prophecy - Score Music, by Shams Ahsan Wagons and Carriages - Wagon Oxen on Dirt Road, by Phil Lee

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Special: In game, we only saw one side of Peter's traumatic experience. In this special episode, we get to see inside of it, and understand what he saw. We really hope you enjoy this glimpse inside the divine realm!

Looking for professional voice over work for your podcast? Then you need Rob of Rob Ervin Voice Overs. If you want great results at affordable rates, check out Rob's work today!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Bar_Chimes_Sweep_Down.wav is a copyright of pjcohen

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ancient Chamber - Aeons of Times Untold - Score Music, by Christian Peitsch Ancient Chamber - Waking the Guardian - Score Music, by Brian Gair Echoes of the Past - The Past Whispers - Score Music, by Phil Archer Forgotten Chamber - Chamber of the Fey King - Score Music, by Jarrod Royles Heavenly Plane - Divine Beauty - Score Music, by Maarten Bonder Vestige of Eons - Ancient Stone Circle - Score Music, by Owen Heritage

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After a harrowing experience, Peter returns to find his abilities sharpened and his sense of purpose renewed. Join us as we weave Thane's attainment of level 8 into our ongoing story, and roll some dice!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show.

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 62: When a terrible price to pay leads to lots of uncertain questions, the party leaves Camlynn unexpectedly. There are formalities to be observed, but first the party needs to find the right place for them. And then there's the matter of tracking down an eccentric inventor. Find out more in this week's episode!

Do you want professional voice-over work in your show? Then you MUST check out Rob of Rob Ervin Voice Overs. Great results, affordable rates: check out Rob's work today!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Dark Ambient Music 3: Hunted is a copyright of Xanco123 Rc_car_wheel_turn.wav is a copyright of plingativator Bubbling, Large, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Downtime - Nomadic Dawn - Score Music, by Alexander Nakarada

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Ep 61: The party finds itself in a tricky situation in the city of Camlynn. A life has been taken, and Peter is to blame. What will happen? Find out now in this week's episode!

In this week's question, Thane mentions a song by his favorite band, Sabaton. If you're interested, here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRhg2zvalXc

Need a strong, professional voice for your personal project? Check out Rob of Rob Ervin Voice Overs. If you want great results at affordable rates, check out Rob's work today!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Vestige of Eons - Ancient Stone Circle - Score Music, by Owen Heritage Heavenly Plane - Divine Beauty - Score Music, by Maarten Bonder

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 60: The next leg of the party's adventure awaits, but the heroes have to find a way across the sea that separates them from their destination. It will take their ingenuity and determination to make it, but will it be worth the effort? Find out now in this week's episode!

In this show we mention Rob of Rob Ervin Voice Overs. If you want great results at affordable rates, check out Rob's work today!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Poison Spell Magic is a copyright of qubodup Flash charging.wav is a copyright of Franq

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Boat dragged on shore is a copyright of arnaud coutancier Rc_car_wheel_turn.wav is a copyright of plingativator Waves on crosby beach at ebb tide, head mounted binaural microphones.wav is a copyright of crosbychris

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Large City - Civilization During Day, by Pablo Betancourt

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Toward the beginning of our journey together, Tira, Bash, and Peter found an ancient text that pointed them to the four Jewels of Edelenn, cities of learning that contained more information to help fight against a growing evil in the world of Vardalon.

The fourth Jewel was the Red Castle in the Clouds, an ancient, abandoned fortress on a stone hill. It was once the center of a thriving city, but now lies in the midst of the lush jungles of Rahajmanath. After a tense chase, challenging puzzles, and a terrible ordeal, the party discovered the text surrounding the base of a stone altar atop a pyramid.

This special episode provides the text in a standalone format for easy reference. Here's the text:

From The Vashundinaya

Hymn I – Ramena-bindalar

1 We hailed the light and sang its glory in olden days, 2 the light that once was whole but now is wrapped in dark, 3 for evil came and split it, though not without first causing harm to itself, 4 then giant pieces from the stars fell, three and three and three but one, 5 falling to this world and driving out before them the song that once infused all life, 6 the inner life ripped out even though the outer life remained. 7 For we who saw, for we who lived in this day, we wept; 8 we are but shadows in a darkened room, mere ghosts. 9 To truly live once more we must hope for the two to be restored.

Hymn II – Unadeva

1 Sing to me, my love—distract my sadness with memories, 2 or tell me where they lie, these godly shards, that I may desire no more. For in my mind your words have woven a cloth of red and yellow and blue, 4 these three and three and three but one that mean so much to us. 5 Well-scattered did they fall, and at their touch the world writhed; 6 to heal the break will mean pain before it ever means comfort. 7 So come to me now, beloved; I will fill your nostrils with perfume 8 even as you fill my ears and my heart. 9 Spin your tale—make my mind light once more.

Hymn III – Ramena-bindalar

1 Hear then, beloved. They fell, the three and three and three but one. 2 Of the light, one came to Kazara, a jungle land far to the east, 3 one rested in the golden sands of Kashara, a land that dwells in the very gate of the rising sun. 4 One fell in Daranda in the high lands north of us, where—laugh not, for it is truth—water turns to stone. 5 The last of the light we could not find—a fitting picture. 6 Of the dark, two brothers fell, one far north and east, in Randaz of the sky-reaching mountains. 7 Its twin came down not far to the south in Bindaida, a high place and remote. 8 The third fell to the center of this vast land, buried well. 9 The last of the dark we could not find—a fitting picture. 10 Now the tears fill my eyes and steal my voice. My tale is all too brief. I sorrow that I could not entertain you longer, my love.

Hymn IV – Unadeva

1 Alas, these places are all so far away. 2 Are you a prince of merchants that you can travel to them all, to sate your heart with looking on them? 3 Great peril, it seems, would be your lot, indeed the lot of any, who travel to such far-flung reaches, 4 where wild beasts dwell and the very land devours those who walk it. 5 The shards of divinity will always be out of reach, and we are forever changed. 6 Now is my despair darker than before. 7 Do you see my tears that flow for the music that has departed? 8 Yet well I know this tale is brief, nor could I blame your telling of it. 9 Be still, my love, and let us sleep, for only there will we find forgetfulness.

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Ep 59: In the eerie silence after the battle, the party finds something worth looking into. Will they make it out of the crater once and for all? Listen now to find out!

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We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Dark Ambient Music 3: Hunted is a copyright of Xanco123 Breaking a Wall Down (With a Hammer) is a copyright of scampsie

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Ep 58: It's time to move on, but to get back to civilization means trekking across the unknown terrors of the crater surrounding the Red Castle in the Clouds. Does the party have what it takes? Check it out now in this week's episode!

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BC car on gravel.wav is a copyright of cmusounddesign Poison Spell Magic is a copyright of qubodup 2 Impact Wet is a copyright of original_sound Breaking a Wall Down (With a Hammer) is a copyright of scampsie Fist Punch 3.mp3 is a copyright of CGEffex

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Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Cure Light Wounds Spell, by Pablo Betancourt Fireball Spell, by Daniel Warneke Nature Claimed Ruins - The Raven City - Score Music, by Raphael Bellamy

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Ep 57: As the dust settles following a traumatic encounter, the party tries to make sense of what happens next. Tensions are high, but will cooler heads prevail? Find out what happens next in our ongoing story!

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We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. The site, freesound.org, is a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects. None of the freesound clips we used in this show required attribution.

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ancient Chamber - Aeons of Times Untold - Score Music, by Christian Peitsch Echoes of the Past - The Past Whispers - Score Music, by Phil Archer Evocation Spell - Orb of Acid, by Marco Imperatori Forgotten Chamber - Chamber of the Fey-King - Score Music, by Jarrod Royles

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Ep 56: As the chase to rescue Thump nears its end, the party finds itself pushing through a series of puzzles that lead to the top of the pyramid. What awaits them there? Check out this episode to find out what happens next in our ongoing story!

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We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Dark Ambient Music 3: Hunted is a copyright of Xanco123 Puhelin, veivi, veivipuhelin, seinäpuhelin / An old telephone with a crank handle, dialing, turning a crank handle, ring, receiver, pick up, hang up, analogic, versions (L.M. Ericsson & Co. Trade-Mark, Stockholm) is a copyright of YleArkisto Door-Handle-Close-01.wav is a copyright of DWOBoyle Explosion is a copyright of lwiploppenisse Hand Winch Quick Release.wav is a copyright of Benboncan Toaster Pop, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ

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Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Elven Dirge - Ma Serannas - Score Music, by Mario Luengo Prophecy of Scale - The Serpentine Prophecy - Score Music, by Shams Ahsan

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Ep 55: The chase continues into the deserted and ancient fortress known as the Red Castle in the Clouds. But before the party can catch up to its quarry, a puzzle room (or four) lie in the way. See what happens next in this episode!

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We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Sausage_Sizzle.wav is a copyright of mshahen

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20130101_131356_vaermland_sledge_dogs_before_start_put_to_sledge.wav is a copyright of hoersturz

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Echoes of the Past - Ancient Stones - Score Music, by Davide Vannuccini

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Ep 54: It's into the crater as the chase continues. Mystery awaits in the ruins of an ancient civilization that is cloaked by thick fog. It takes teamwork and balance to figure this place out, and to get closer to rescuing Thump.

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We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

FIREPLACE is a copyright of leosalom Poison Spell Magic is a copyright of qubodup Dogs growling.wav is a copyright of juskiddink Angel_chorus4.mp3 is a copyright of Taira Komori Roar.wav is a copyright of Ideacraft

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Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Elven Dirge - Immortal's End - Score Music, by Eric Richards Nature Claimed Ruins - Hallowed Grounds - Score Music, by Marc Cholette Lightning Bolt Spell, by Daniel Warneke

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Ep 53: The hunt is on as the party makes its way through dense jungle in an effort to rescue its captured comrade. In the world below the trees, dangerous magic flies freely as Tira, Bash, and Peter attempt to close the gap. Tune in now to continue the adventure!

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We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

We've been charting in Sweden throughout the summer. We really appreciate your listens, and hope you'll spread the word!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Dark Ambient Music 3: Hunted is a copyright of Xanco123 Poison Spell Magic is a copyright of qubodup Splash, Jumping, C.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

06250 dizzy bolt spell.wav is a copyright of RobinHood76 Cotorrespitgris.wav is a copyright of perete

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Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Cure Light Wounds Spell, by Pablo Betancourt Enchantment - Nature's Grip Spell, by Franco Cugusi Forgotten Chamber - Realm of Stars - Score Music, by Francesco Antonelli Ice Blast Spell, by Pitch Michael Lightning Bolt Spell, by Daniel Warneke Monk Monastery - Monks of the Sun God - Score Music, by Stefan Totsev Nature Claimed Ruins - The Raven City - Score Music, by Raphael Bellamy

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Ep 52: Thump is in trouble, and the party is hot on the trail. Plunging into the uncertain shelter of the jungles of Rahajmanath, they must dog the heels of Kabiir, the mysterious stranger who seems to have turned on them. Find out what happens next in this episode--the first of Season 2!

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We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Thank you, loyal Stackers, for keeping up with our show over our summer break. Your interactions on Twitter and your downloads have kept us going. Here's to a brand new season!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

RAM_Mouth Hawk_rev_v1.wav is a copyright of reidedo Splash, Jumping, C.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ

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Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Enchantment - Nature's Grip Spell, by Franco Cugusi Fireball Spell, by Daniel Warneke Heavenly Plane - Divine Beauty - Score Music, by Maarten Bonder

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Special: Thane and Rhett continue their discussion about the Witani language project Thane's been working on. A language thrives when people speak it, so this week we talk about the Witani, the imaginary warriors who live freely in vast, open spaces and tend to their herds of hardy horses.

In this episode we mention a couple things you may want to turn to for inspiration:

Skyrim has an atmospheric, adventurous soundtrack. You've likely heard it before, but man--it's worth another listen, especially as you build your next adventure! Thane particularly mentions the thematic music around the city of Whiterun. We're both fans of the style and look of the Rohirrim from the Lord of the Rings. The movies do a great job of bringing this people based on the Anglo-Saxons to life. For some inspiration, check out the look of their armor and the artistic styling of their buildings.

Thane's work has led to a couple fun episodes that have really stretched our understanding of language and has led our thoughts in new directions. Thank you!

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Special: Thane and Rhett talk about a project Thane's been working on. Languages are given lip service in D&D, but what happens if you want to showcase this aspect of your game? Listen in for some pointers on how to start to include a language of your own creation at your table. We hope you enjoy this little episode, and we're starting to gear up for the beginning of our next season!

In this episode we mention two free online services that can help you start to build your own language:

Etymonline is an etymological dictionary that focuses on where words come from. Great for satisfying your own curiosity, but also helpful in figuring out how to create word histories in your own devised language! Thane introduces Awkword, an automated tool that generates words based on letters you provide. Conlangery, a current podcast dedicated to discussing the mechanics of creating your own language. At well over 100 episodes, there's plenty to keep your brain going!

Do you want to make your own language? Give it a shot, and let us know how it's going!

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We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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It's almost inevitable--one day, the DM's well of inspiration will run dry. Or perhaps you're a new DM, and feel daunted by the task that lies ahead? Either way, in this special episode we offer some places from which you can draw inspiration in coming up with ideas.

In this episode, we share our memories of our recent family trip to Germany. We got to see some magnificent, inspirational places that are simply fuel for fantasy role-playing games! Throughout the week, check out our Twitter and Instagram pages for pictures and videos we'll share.

In particular, we'll talk about:

The lovely university town of Heidelberg, and its gorgeous old town main street Neuschwanstein, the lovely and graceful castle built through a mad king's fancy Rothenburg, a fantastic walled medieval city, perhaps the best-preserved in the world Heidelberg Castle, which still keeps a watchful eye over the town below Neuleiningen, the castle and village that captured Rhett's young imagination and was a completely serendipitous find Schwetzingen Gardens, the impressive formal display complete with fanciful buildings tucked away in each corner

There was lots for us to see and do, but we couldn't do it complete justice in this brief episode. If you have questions about a place, please send them our way!

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Special: We're coming up on the highlight of our summer. In this special episode we'll share what that entails, and we also give some idea of what remains for the rest of the summer. We'll be quiet for the next couple weeks, but we're still busy!

Here are some links to the places we'll be visiting:

Rothenburg ob der Tauber Neuschwanstein Castle Mannheim Schwetzingen Palace Heidelberg

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Special: Meredith and Rhett take some time to revisit the Ironstag Delve, Tira's ancestral home. In this free-form session, we talk about what the main level includes, and Rhett attempts to sketch it all out. We hope you enjoy this little episode, and we're starting to gear up for the beginning of our next season!

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We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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Special: After the dust from our adventure with the Shifting Keep comes to an end, we take some time to talk about the experience. Our Twitter friend @ScrivTheBard is a talented author of family-friendly adventures. Join us as we talk about the adventure, our characters, and bagpipes.

For more information about Scriv (thoughts on storytelling, crafts, and, of course, more family-friendly adventures) visit her website at https://scrivthebard.com/.

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Special: Our Twitter friend @ScrivTheBard is a talented author of family-friendly adventures. In this special collaboration, she let us run through one of her adventures. A rushing river, a mysterious cave, and odd noises in the deeps--what could it all mean? Check it out now in this episode featuring our very own Thane as DM!

For more information about Scriv (thoughts on storytelling, crafts, and, of course, more family-friendly adventures) visit her website at https://scrivthebard.com/.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Door Squeak, Normal, D.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ Pan Flute PanPipe Loop Kygo Style 03 Cm 84bpm is a copyright of CarlosCarty steel drums 90bpm key of a.mp3 is a copyright of ajubamusic Waterfall.wav is a copyright of cosmo235

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Enchantment - Sleep Spell, by Novak Cuic Lightning Bolt Spell, by Daniel Warneke

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special: It's been a long season, and we've done a lot of things. We thought it'd be helpful to take some time to talk through all of our adventures, and remind ourselves of just how much we've been through. This special episode walks through the heroes' journey from the beginning. Get ready for a story!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we hope you enjoy the recap!

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Special: We warned you, and you're still here. This is the second of two blooper reels that incorporates snippets from the second half of our first season. We hope you'll enjoy these outtakes from episodes all throughout the second part of Season 1 as much as we do.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we hope you enjoy the ensuing silliness.

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Special: We take some time to chat about the course of the game so far--what we like, what we don't, and the appalling lack of chocolate during recording. Relive favorite moments, and if we missed your favorite part, please let us know about it on Twitter and Instagram (@stackodice) or by email (stack.o.dice@gmail.com). We'd love to hear from you!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

And now, on with the show-- we hope you enjoy our chat!

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Special: You've waited and waited and now it's here! The first of two blooper reels that incorporates snippets from the second half of our first season is now ready for your ears. This special reel shares outtakes from episodes all throughout the second part of Season 1, and we hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Last call for the upcoming Anne Arundel County Public Library system's Comic Con (check them out at @aacpl on Twitter)! If you're in the area, we'd love to see you at the Odenton Branch on 18 May. We can't wait to meet you!

And now, on with the show-- we hope you enjoy the ensuing silliness.

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Thanks to a new friend on Twitter, we're going to be able to play a few episodes of a side game this summer. Scriv the Bard (@scrivthebard on Twitter) is an author of family-friendly D&D adventures, and she's graciously agreed to let us play through one of her super-cool stories. Thanks so much, Scriv--we just know we're gonna have a blast!

If you like what you hear in this and future episodes, check out her site at https://scrivthebard.com/ for more great stories. Her prices are extremely reasonable, and she's happy to work with you to create a custom adventure!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Last call for the upcoming Anne Arundel County Public Library system's Comic Con (check them out at @aacpl on Twitter)! If you're in the area, we'd love to see you at the Odenton Branch on 18 May. We can't wait to meet you!

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ancient Chamber - The Final Portal - Score Music, by Cesar Pineda Dwarf Temple - The Soul Forging - Score Music, by Otto Orion Nature Claimed Ruins - Hallowed Grounds - Score Music, by Marc Cholette Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music, by Moises Alvarez

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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In this short statement, we share what we're hoping to accomplish this summer as we hit our break. There's lots to look forward to and lots we want to do, so check this out to see what lies ahead.

Also, be sure to check out our wiki at https://vardalon.fandom.com/wiki/Vardalon_Wiki. Not only do we hope you'll drop by to read the articles, but please do feel free to contribute! If you have sketches of the people, places, and things the party's run across in their epic adventure so far, be sure to share it with us and we'll include them in the wiki.

Thanks for a great first season, and we're getting ready to rock this summer!

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Ep 51: In the first season finale, the party makes it to the exotic island nation of Rahajmanath. Finding themselves in yet another large and foreign city, they must find the way to the last piece of information contained in the Jewels of Edelenn. What awaits them in the crowded streets of Kashanda? Listen now to find out!

We'll be back in September with more actual play episodes, but stay tuned for special content through the next few months.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

We had a great time recording this episode with our friends at the Odenton Library. It was a busy, fun day of getting to share our love for this game and for the world and the story we're creating together. Thanks, AACPL, for hosting this event, and for letting us share!

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Ep 50: On board a ship and bound at last for Rahajmanath, home of the last of the Jewels of Edelenn, the party must figure out what they can from the last of their would-be assassins. They might find more than they bargained for, however. Find out more now in this week's episode!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Last call for the upcoming Anne Arundel County Public Library system's Comic Con (check them out at @aacpl on Twitter)! If you're in the area, we'd love to see you at the Odenton Branch on 18 May. We can't wait to meet you!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Crowd after Encore.wav is a copyright of soundslikewillem

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Heavenly Plane - Divine Beauty - Score Music, by Maarten Bonder Hidden Realm - Buried Pasts - Score Music, by Ionut Grigore Monk Temple - Monks of the Crescent - Score Music, by Slobodemyk Dmitry Urievich

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Special Episode: Join us as all the heroes level up to see what new abilities they get. Tira, Bash, and Peter are now at level 7, and there's some good stuff coming their way!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Time is ticking! Anne Arundel County Public Library system's Comic Con is around the corner--(check them out at @aacpl on Twitter)! If you're in the area, we'd love to see you at the Odenton Branch on 18 May. We can't wait to meet you!

We used an excellent Battlebards sound effect in this special episode. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Elven Dirge - The Passing of the Elves - Score Music, by Mark Stothard

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 49: Betrayal at the docks leads to a tense skirmish before the eyes of a horrified crowd. Will the Reaver's plans come to fruition, or will our heroes fall to the assassins' blades? Listen now to find out.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

In this episode, Rhett mentions the DM Table Talk group he's part of. They generally meet weekly on Tuesdays, and stream video on Twitch and later post the same video on YouTube. Regardless of your experience level as a DM, there's something new to learn. We'd love for you to check it out! All our attention is on the upcoming Anne Arundel County Public Library system's Comic Con (check them out at @aacpl on Twitter)! If you're in the area, we'd love to see you at the Odenton Branch on 18 May. We can't wait to meet you!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Water Splash 1 is a copyright of qubodup Minor Key Music Box is a copyright of DarkWaryurMC Sizzling.aif is a copyright of JasonElrod JBF Plywood Breaking (both).aif is a copyright of cmusounddesign

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Crowd after Encore.wav is a copyright of soundslikewillem

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Cure Light Wounds Spell, by Pablo Betancourt Monk Temple - The Sentinel Monks - Score Music, by Tica Alexandru Shortbow Arrow Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 48: The west calls as the Saviors of Tuo Nue begin to make their way to the last of the Jewels of Edelenn. But first they must make their way there, and this means a journey across the peninsula of Dao Huin. What adventures will they face along the way? Check out this week's episode now to find out!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

We're still stoked to be guests at the Anne Arundel County Public Library system's Comic Con (check them out at @aacpl on Twitter)! If you're in the area, we'd love to see you at the Odenton Branch on 18 May. We can't wait to meet you!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

WINK-01.wav is a copyright of newagesoup

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Crowd after Encore.wav is a copyright of soundslikewillem

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Forgotten Chamber - Temple to the Grey - Score Music, by Luka Lebanidze

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 47: What could be better after a battle than being honored as the saviors of an entire city? The party finds itself on the red carpet, and must make a decision about how to proceed. But first, they must reconnect with an old acquaintance. Find out more in this week's episode!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

We're getting hyped! In just over a month, we'll be guests at the Anne Arundel County Public Library system's Comic Con (check them out at @aacpl on Twitter)! We get to participate, and if you're in the area, we'd love to see you at the Odenton Branch on 18 May. We can't wait to meet you!

We used a Creative Commons sound effect in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list it here. The following was taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Foot Scuff Hard Floor Gentle is a copyright of DNAudio_UK

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Monk Monastery - Monastery of the Unbroken - Score Music, by Alexander Kochetkov Ghoul - Combat - Spell-Fused Ghoul Battle, by Andreas Voukrou Red Dragon - On Ground - Down and Dirty, by Marcos Abrom

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Ep 46: The party figures out what to do next, and runs into an old friend in the process. Find out more now in this week's episode!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

We're getting hyped! In just over a month, we'll be guests at the Anne Arundel County Public Library system's Comic Con (check them out at @aacpl on Twitter)! We get to participate, and if you're in the area, we'd love to see you at the Odenton Branch on 18 May. We can't wait to meet you!

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Monk Monastery - Monastery of the Unbroken - Score Music, by Alexander Kochetkov Monk Monastery - Union of Body and Mind - Score Music, by David Suarez Torre

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 45: As the echoes of battle and the ringing of lightning fade, the party must figure out who this mysterious figure atop the pillar might be. Join them now in this week's episode!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

We're getting hyped! In just over a month, we'll be guests at the Anne Arundel County Public Library system's Comic Con (check them out at @aacpl on Twitter)! We get to participate, and if you're in the area, we'd love to see you at the Odenton Branch on 18 May. We can't wait to meet you!

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Forgotten Chamber - Temple to the Grey - Score Music, by Luka Lebanidze Nature Claimed Ruins - Hallowed Grounds - Score Music, by Marc Cholette

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Join us as our favorite DM-controlled party member finally makes it to level 4! See what Thump gets to pick up at this new level, and how it relates to our ongoing story.

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Heavy Rain is a copyright of lebaston100

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ancient Chamber - Pool of Shattered Pasts - Score Music, by Daniel Herrera

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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Ep 44: The battle of Tuo Nue concluded, it's now up to the party to chase down the forbidding general of the enemy army. The chase takes them to a mysterious place and new revelations. Join us now to find out more!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

We're glad you're sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

We're getting hyped! In just over a month, we'll be guests at the Anne Arundel County Public Library system's Comic Con (check them out at @aacpl on Twitter)! We get to participate, and if you're in the area, we'd love to see you at the Odenton Branch on 18 May. We can't wait to meet you!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Water Splash 1 is a copyright of qubodup Poison Spell Magic is a copyright of qubodup rc_car_wheel_turn.wav is a copyright of plingativator Horse.mp3 is a copyright of 3bagbrew Heavy Rain is a copyright of lebaston100 SFX_Stone_Calcit_DeadSea_Avalacne_top #3-171.wav is a copyright of kernschall FireSpell3.wav is a copyright of alonsotm Thunder, Very Close, Rain, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ Dry Thunder3.wav is a copyright of juskiddink Whoosh motron very low.wav is a copyright of melissapons

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Electric Servo _ Extra SFX .wav is a copyright of DCSFX Crowd after Encore.wav is a copyright of soundslikewillem

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ancient Chamber - Waking the Guardian - Score Music, by Brian Gair Dwarf Temple - The Soul Forging - Score Music, by Otto Orion Vestige of Eons - Ancient Stone Circle - Score Music, by Owen Heritage

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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We thought it'd be fun to take some time to chat about Michael's experience with the Unearthed Arcana Mystic class so far. We cover the highs, the lows, and ideas for where Wizards of the Coast might want to think about adjustments.

What do you think? We'd love to hear from you about it, too!

Stack o' Dice is an official affiliate of Dice Envy. Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show!

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Ep 43: A restless night leads to a stomach-clenching morning. Battle looms with an army somewhere across a great stretch of grassland. What lies in wait for the Heroes of Arden? Listen now to find out!

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Our thanks for the week:

Thanks to the Anne Arundel County Public Library system (@aacpl on Twitter) for running this year's Comic Con. We get to participate, and if you're in the area, stop by the Odenton Branch on 18 May. We can't wait to meet you!

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Ambient battle noise: swords and shouting is a copyright of pfranzen Rowdy crowd.wav is a copyright of xtrgamr

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Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ancient Chamber - The Final Portal - Score Music, by César Pineda City Siege - Defending the Gates - Score Music, by Phil Archer Orc War March - The Hoard Marches - Score Music, by Pablo Betancourt Echoes of the Past - The Past Whispers - Score Music, by Phil Archer Shortbow Arrow Barrage Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste Shortbow Arrow Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste Wagons and Carriages - Wagon Oxen on Dirt Road, by Phil Lee

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Join us as Tira reaches level 6. A day of activity leads to some downtime. As Tira sits at a war camp's fire on the eve of battle, she discovers a new dimension to her relationship with her ghostly mother.

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Ep 42: Bash's daring leap yields unexpected results as he flies over the distance between the monastery and the distant mountain that might be one of the pillars mentioned in the songs from the Jewels of Edelenn. What will the friends do in the face of new danger? Find out now in our latest episode!

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Our thanks for the week:

We have a friend in Barbados! Thanks for listening!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

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Minor Key Music Box is a copyright of DarkWaryurMC Unsheathing a sword is a copyright of visualasylum

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Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Elven Village - Ascending the Vale - Score Music, by Kevin MacLeod Fighter Academy - Warrior's College - Score Music, by César Pineda Forgotten Chamber - Realm of Stars - Score Music, by Francesco Antonelli Hidden Realm - Buried Pasts - Score Music, by Ionut Grigore

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A couple weeks ago we mentioned the possibility of sharing a rough cut of an episode. This special behind-the-scenes peek is it! We saved off the audio before touching it up, spliced in some prefatory comments, and served it up piping hot. We really hope you enjoy this, and if you have questions about any aspect of our production process, please be sure to share them via Twitter, Instagram, or email (see below).

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Toward the beginning of our journey together, Tira, Bash, and Peter found an ancient text that pointed them to the four Jewels of Edelenn, cities of learning that contained more information to help fight against a growing evil in the world of Vardalon.

The third Jewel was the city of Tuo Nue, a beautiful mountainside place located along the eastern ridges of Dao Huin. In an isolated monastery above the city, the friends learned more about the mysterious pillars through a holy chant called The Inner Light.

This special episode provides the text in a standalone format for easy reference. Here's the text:

Holy chant - The inner light

All light is divine
though some cleanse and purify.
Heed these words, my son.

In the high mountains
scents of lilac on warm winds
carry away woe.

Lying on my back,
long grass tickling at my cheek,
smooth stone underfoot.

A stream bubbles by;
sweet waters laughing and bright
fall in curtained mist.

From here I can see
the land of Dao Huin spread out,
a tapestry fine.

Across the gorges
to the north the pillar fine stands
in crystal splendor

It rises high; light
cuts dark, pushes back shadow
so it flees in shame.

Two more such I know,
great pillars standing proudly
though in distant lands:

The first was eastward
in islands warmed by the sun--
Kis-ra of the boats.

Far north the other,
Trun the inhospitable,
dark with ice and snow.

These all stood in light
like beacons in a great storm
that guide wand’rers home.

My heart grows cold
at thoughts of the dark pillars.
Let all learn from me!

One lay to the north
upon my travels there. The
mountains grew so cold!

An uncouth people
gave that sad land a sad name:
it was Wun-hai-de.

The other I found
in a place of thick jungles
and creeping creatures.

Here the pillar stood
deep in rank and clutching vines:
shrouded Mu-nu-ka.

I fled these places,
cold fear chasing at my heels,
ready to be home.

My lesson, my son:
Seek the light only, for dark
leads but to despair.

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Monk Monastery - Union of Body and Mind - Score Music, by David Suarez Torre

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Toward the beginning of our journey together, Tira, Bash, and Peter found an ancient text that pointed them to the four Jewels of Edelenn, cities of learning that contained more information to help fight against a growing evil in the world of Vardalon.

The second Jewel was the city of Ebendele, a major port city in the geographically diverse country of Muwaka. There the friends discovered What Happened When the Skies Fell, a written form of a verbally transmitted story.

This special episode provides the text in a standalone format for easy reference. Here's the text:

What happened when the skies fell

Once, long ago, Crow and Butterfly were the best of friends, but they were not as you know them now.

Crow loved her beautiful white feathers and her voice, which was sweet and delicate. With her song she could bring things to life, and turn ideas into reality. One day, eight singers overheard her as she sang, and they begged her to teach them the power of her song. Flattered, she agreed, and taught them how to shape their thoughts into that which could be felt. So these eight became the true singers, powerful men and women who had the power to shape the world.

Butterfly was ugly but very strong. He used to fly about looking for new things to learn, but only rarely would anyone talk with him. As Butterfly traveled the world one day, he saw Crow teaching the singers, and stopped to listen. Enthralled with the sound of beauty, he sat and listened. When Crow was done with her teaching, she was quite tired, so Butterfly offered to fly her home. She agreed in spite of Butterfly’s ugliness, and after that service, they became good friends.

After they formed their friendship, Butterfly and Crow were flying through the skies one day when they saw two figures fighting. A figure of light wrestled with a figure of darkness. As they fought, their voices rang out in song, a song that twisted and fought along with them. At last the dark figure won, breaking the light figure into pieces, but in the process he exerted himself so much that he, too, split into pieces. Many innumerable pieces were small and rained down onto the world below, but both split into four large pieces each and began to fall quickly.

Saddened by the destruction, Butterfly guided the glowing pieces of light down to the land, helping to set them in place without further damage. Two he placed in lands of ice, one he guided to the islands of the rising sun to the east, and one he settled in Daween of the setting sun.

Crow was also distraught, but was more affected by the song of the dark figure, which she considered sweeter. So she guided the pieces of the dark one down, though where these ended up is lost to time.

Once the great pieces were in place, they glowed for a short time, and the essence of their beings lingered long enough to pronounce a curse each. The being of the light pillars cursed Crow for aiding the dark being, reducing her sweet song to a pitiful croak and turning her feathers black. The being of the dark pillars cursed Butterfly for being strong enough to preserve the remnants of his foe; he would now be short of life, prey to all birds, and delicate.

But they also both had just enough energy for a blessing as well. To Crow, the dark figure gave a wisdom and cleverness greater than all other birds. And to Butterfly, the light figure granted a beauty above all others of its kind, as payment for his service. As the light of the pillar-like pieces died, the true singers moved to comfort them, each falling asleep at the foot of each.

And so these things are to this day. Now you know, my child, how the Crow came to croak in her black feathers, and Butterfly came to bring such beauty to the world in spite of his shortness of life.

We used an excellent Battlebards music track. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

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Nature Claimed Ruins - The Raven City - Score Music, by Raphael Bellamy

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Toward the beginning of our journey together, Tira, Bash, and Peter found an ancient text that pointed them to the four Jewels of Edelenn, cities of learning that contained more information to help fight against a growing evil in the world of Vardalon.

The first Jewel was the city of Jama, the capital city of a desert country. There the friends discovered The Desert Sage, a traditional story in the style of that people's wisdom literature that pointed to some new ideas.

This special episode provides the text in a standalone format for easy reference. Here's the text:

From The Desert Sage

In the shade of the fireblossom bush sat the sage. He pondered its branches, a welcome relief from the sun. “Why do you flourish when all else is waste?” Here was no cool breeze, here no racing stream, only mile upon mile of flowing sand. The hot wind blew, stirring the branches, and in their stirring he heard a reply.

“I gain my strength from the spreading root, the feet that grab beneath the ground. My arms reach up toward the sky, the smile of the sun. My thorns are sharp and pierce the hungry, to keep my blossoms safe. My blooms roll open in the dawn and drink deep of nightly damp.

“So must the people of this land be, if they are to survive: strong of foot, embracing the sun, fierce against foe, making much of little. Only in these things will they find length of days. The wise will heed.”

The Desert Sage found comfort in the desert, feet burned black by sun-bleached sand. No music of the flute to distract from thought; the wind in the sand was music enough. No laughter and merriment to divert from contemplation of suffering; the sun’s dance on the dunes was happiness itself. No call of the merchant to entice the eyes with shining things; in the full heat of the sun a bowl of rice and handful of water become treasure enough.

I came to him then, sitting by him to hear his tale. In his wanderings the sage roamed far abroad. He left the sands, forsaking the land of his birth. His feet walked distant ways, to the ceiling of the world, to the waters of its end. He spoke to me of things unthought, unimagined, wondrous things no merchant could ever hope to sell in the souk.

But how his eyes danced in the shade of the fireblossom bush when he spoke of the pillars, tall and crystalline, clear as glass, yet without life. They stood at the four corners of the land, upholding the ceiling of the sky, the realm of the one true god who once wrestled daily with his greatest foe. The pillars, the gifts and remnants of god and foe, master of the sky and usurper, protectors of their being. Those who awaken them, he said, will restore the power of the former music.

His voice faltered, then resumed. Tall and crystalline, he said, stones fallen from the stars, but their shadows stretched afar, and hid much in their reach. In this world of ours, where there is light, there is shadow; they are intertwined, inseparable. He took my hand, his eyes aflame. Light, shadow, shadow, light; one is not one without the other, yet both are distinct. The wise will heed.

In his journey, drawn as he was to the pillars yet without knowing, he found pieces thereof, shattered arms of the stars, teardrops of the fallen god and his darksome enemy.

I sought clarification of these words, but he fell silent. And so we watched the passage of the sun, there in the shade of the fireblossom bush.

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Sheikh's Tent - Enchantress of the Sands - Score Music, by Wesley Devore

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This last week was a huge challenge for keeping up with our recording schedule. We're taking a short break from the ongoing story due to life events, but in the meantime we want to share this combination lore segment and a personal challenge with our Stackers. Check it out and let us know what you think!

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We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

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Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Forgotten Chamber - Temple to the Grey - Score Music, by Luka Lebanidze Vestige of Eons - Ancient Stone Circle - Score Music, by Owen Heritage

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Join us as Peter reaches level 6. Moved by what he just witnessed outside the mountain monastery of Tuo Nue, Peter is inspired to take his advancement in another direction!

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We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

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Echoes of the Past - The Past Whispers, by Phil Archer

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Ep 41: The road goes on to Tuo Nue, and the party takes advantage of an opportunity to get there. Once in the city, they must find the secret knowledge hidden in this Jewel of Edelenn in order to continue their journey. Exciting things lie ahead--discover them now in this week's episode!

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Our thanks for the week:

Contact with a new Twitter friend, @ScrivTheBard, who runs an online shop of family friendly adventures. If you're interested in getting into D&D with your family, check her out!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

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RAM_Mouth Hawk_rev_v1.wav is a copyright of reidedo

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Large City - Civilization During Day, by Pablo Betancourt Monk Monastery - Monastery of the Unbroken - Score Music, by Alexander Kochetkov Monk Monastery - Sanctuary - Score Music, by Mike Bridge Nature Claimed Ruins - Hallowed Grounds - Score Music, by Marc Cholette

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Ep 40: In the jungle, the mighty jungle, the party picks its way toward its next objective: the Jewel of Edelenn called Tuo Nue. Emerging from the stifling confines of the trees, Tira, Bash, and Peter find themselves in a village. What revelations await them there? Listen now to find out!

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Our thanks for the week:

Rob Ervin, you're our guy--lay down those velvety tones, and we want to work with you more in Season 2! Barbados is representing. We've had seven nibbles on episodes in the month of February. Welcome to the show, and we hope you love it!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

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Back Crack 1.wav is a copyright of Brotherprovisional Back Crack 2.wav is a copyright of Brotherprovisional Dunk_water_009.wav is a copyright of Batsumaru Plywood_Prying_01.wav is a copyright of dheming JBF Plywood Breaking (both).aif is a copyright of cmusounddesign

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Ambient Space Sound is a copyright of Jagadamba Male shouting yelling hey !!! is a copyright of Jagadamba

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Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Wagons and Carriages - Wagon Oxen on Dirt Road, by Phil Lee Monk Monastery - Union of Body and Mind - Score Music, by David Suárez Torre Forgotten Chamber - Temple to the Grey - Score Music, by Luka Lebanidze

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Join us as Wamberbash reaches level 6. See what powerful new ability he picks up in the jungle! (We're still not sure about his HP tally at the end, but we'll get that straightened out.)

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After escaping some underwater denizens and navigating a tunnel while at the mercy of a swift current, the party rises to the surface, ready to see what sights greet them. Where will they find themselves? Find out now in this week's exciting episode!

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Our thanks for the week:

Thanks for bearing with us as we've slowly tuned our recording and editing processes through our run so far. We're seeing significant quality gains, and we appreciate our listeners' patience as we've learned how to produce clearer shows.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for completely free sound effects.

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Splash, Jumping, C.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ DogYelp.wav is a copyright of TobiasKosmos underwater_engine.ogg is a copyright of Batsumaru Poison Spell Magic is a copyright of qubodup Roar.wav is a copyright of Ideacraft Underwater sounds - loopable is a copyright of carmsie

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Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Lightning Bolt Spell, by Daniel Warneke Monk Monastery - Monks of the Sun God - Score Music, by Stefan Totsev Monk Monastery - Union of Body and Mind - Score Music, by David Suárez Torre Restorative Spell, by Pablo Betancourt Shortbow Arrow Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste

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Adventure takes many forms, and the party finds itself facing struggles inside and outside its wondrous underwater machine. The waters of the ocean are deep and mysterious; listen now to find out what Tira, Bash, and Peter find there!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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We're official affiliates of Dice Envy! Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show! Rob Ervin of Rob Ervin Voiceovers does incredible, professional work at reasonable prices, and we can't wait to work with him more. If you need voice work done, check him out now! He's also on Twitter at @RobErvinVO.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Car_ReverseWhine_2.wav is a copyright of jessepash Bong2.wav is a copyright of mikejedw Metal_Gate_squeak_mono.aif is a copyright of Suz_Soundcreations Underwater sounds - loopable is a copyright of carmsie underwater_engine.ogg is a copyright of Batsumaru

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Forgotten Chamber - Realm of Stars - Score Music, by Francesco Antonelli Forgotten Chamber - Temple to the Grey - Score Music, by Luke Lebanidze Nature Claimed Ruins - Hallowed Grounds - Score Music, by Marc Cholette Vestige of Eons - Ancient Stone Circle - Score Music, by Owen Heritage

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Have cracks begun to form in the party? An act of desperation may have far-reaching consequences as Tira, Bash, and Peter press on in their quest. As they glide beneath the hulls of the pirate fleet, they point their way toward the distant shores of Dao Huin.

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

We're official affiliates of Dice Envy! Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show! It's been a while, but we really appreciate Rob Ervin of Rob Ervin Voiceovers, for his work that leads into each show. Fantastic work, great prices.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Splash, Jumping, C.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ underwater_engine.ogg is a copyright of Batsumaru

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Short Servo Burst 1 is a copyright of Speedenza Getting out of the pool.wav is a copyright of Juan_Merie_Venter 06250 dizzy bolt spell.wav is a copyright of Robinhood76 05966 water surfacing splashes.wav is a copyright of Robinhood76

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ancient Chamber - Aeons of Times Untold - Score Music, by Christian Peitsch Elven Dirge - Ma Serannas - Score Music, by Mario Luengo Vestige of Eons - Ancient Stone Circle - Score Music, by Owen Heritage

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It's unexpected reunions all around as Tira, Bash, and Peter try to find a way out of the embattled city of Ebendele. Sometimes the right way isn't the most obvious--or safest! Adventure awaits as they put their fate in the hands of others.

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

We're official affiliates of Dice Envy! Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show! Those who have contributed to our unprecedented number of downloads over the last month. It's been great to see those numbers climbing! @heatherwaite8 for her contribution to this episode; listen to find out more!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

ChainLodingBayDoor01.wav is a copyright of mmaruska Door, Church, Close, E.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ underwater_engine.ogg is a copyright of Batsumaru Bong2.wav is a copyright of mikejedw Roar.wav is a copyright of Ideacraft 20070103RummagingThroughRecyclingBinNR.wav a copyright of daveincamas Metallic Screech.wav is a copyright of astronaut_13579 Destruction, Wooden, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ Bubbling, Large, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ JBF Plywood Breaking (both).aif is a copyright of cmusounddesign

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Short Servo Burst 1 is a copyright of Speedenza

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ancient Chamber - Aeons of Times Untold - Score Music, by Christian Peitsch Fighter Academy - Warrior's College - Score Music, by César Pineda Urban Center - Village of Gnomes - Score Music, by Moises Alvarez Vestige of Eons - Ancient Stone Circle - Score Music, by Owen Heritage

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A fleet of pirate ships darkens the waters outside Ebendele's port. What does it mean? What will the friends do? Find out now in this week's exciting episode!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

We're now official affiliates of Dice Envy! Use this special link, https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=2189820.f8fe99, to buy your next set of dice, and you'll also help support our show! You, dear Stacker. You.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Angel_chorus4.mp3 is a copyright of Taira Komori Heavy_crate_smash is a copyright of Srehpog Magic Speel - Sleeping spell 1.wav is a copyright of OGsoundFX Bodhran irish drum - marching to war.WAV is a copyright of pogmothoin Battle Horn is a copyright of Porphyr Explosion is a copyright of lwploppenisse Sausage_Sizzle.wav is a copyright of mshahen Poison Spell Magic is a copyright of qubodup Horse.mp3 is a copyright of 3bagbrew Roar.wav is a copyright of Ideacraft

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Shaman's drum is a copyright of meisterjaan 06250 dizzy bolt spell.wav is a copyright of Robinhood76

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ancient Chamber - Aeons of Times Untold - Score Music, by Christian Peitsch Empowered Magic Missile Spell, by Rajesh Gilbert Fireball Spell, by Daniel Warneke Ice Blast Spell, by Pitch Michael Magic Missile Spell, by Daniel Warneke Shortbow Arrow Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste Travel by Horseback - Light Horse - Sprint - No Equipment, by Luca Klingbeil

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The end of the ocean voyage is at hand, and the friends are about to step off into another country. This time, it's the port city of Ebendele, the White City of Muwaka, that awaits. Somewhere within the winding streets of this Jewel of Edelenn is the next clue to unraveling the ongoing mystery. Join us now to find out what happens next!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

New Podbean follower jubhxy, a friend of Thane's. We appreciate you checking us out!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Door Creak, Normal, D.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ Gas ignition with a match is a copyright of unfa roofhammering01.wav is a copyright of WIM talking_rat.wav is a copyright of Peacewaves

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ancient Chamber - Aeons of Times Untold - Score Music, by Christian Peitsch Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music, by Shams Ahsan Easy Going Tavern - Black Bear Tavern, by Moises Alvarez Fish Market - Fantasy Wharf, by Olivier Girardot

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Join us as Peter and Tira reach level 5. See what powers they pick up at this milestone level, and get ready for the next leg of this growing adventure.

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We love our Battlebards sound effects! If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Elven Dirge - The Passing of the Elves - Score Music, by Mark Stothard

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The smell of the ocean breeze and the slap of waves on a sturdy wooden hull--what could be better than taking a ship to Ebendele? Tira, Bash, and Peter continue their journey to the next of the Jewels of Edelenn, but first they must navigate some treacherous weather in a place that has seen its share of pirate activity. Join us now to follow along with the adventure!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

@keysmeys on Twitter for sharing a drawing of a moment that made her laugh. Thank you so much for taking the time to post your work!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Rowdy crowd.wav is a copyright of xtrgamr Dark Ambient Music 3: Hunted is a copyright of Xanco123 Splash, Jumping, C.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ Gas ignition with a match is a copyright of unfa FIREPLACE is a copyright of leosalom Poison Spell Magic is a copyright of qubodup Man oof.wav is a copyright of xtrgamr Riot Crowd Immersed in 5.1 Take 2 is a copyright of MrProfDr*ickweed Destruction, Wooden, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ Ships bell.wav is a copyright of CGEffex

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APPLAUSE MONO 24bit 48kHz.wav is a copyright of Alterr TribalDrums.wav is a copyright of HerbertBoland Crowd after Encore.wav is a copyright of soundslikewillem 06250 dizzy bolt spell.wav is a copyright of Robinhood76 Rope tied to boat in port is a copyright of Pastabra

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ancient Chamber - Waking the Guardian - Score Music, by Brian Gair Fireball Spell, by Daniel Warneke Cure Light Wounds Spell, by Pablo Betancourt

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It's onward to the sea as Tira, Bash, and Peter continue their journey. Before they can make it to Ebendele, they must first find passage on a ship--everyone's favorite mode of transportation! What awaits them in the busy port city of Sawah-ud-dillah? Listen now to find out!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Stackers everywhere! Your ongoing listening and interactions with us keep us going.

We used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Capital City - Middlegate - Score Music, by Shams Ahsan Large City - City of Trade in Day, by Olivier Girardot

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Join us as Womberbash reaches level 5. See what powers he picks up at the milestone level, and get ready for some big--or little?--fun.

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

20110505_solitary.bee.flac is a copyright of dobroide

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Heavenly Plane - Divine Beauty - Score Music, by Maarten Bonder

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While they catch their breath from an intense fight against their oddest foes yet, Tira, Bash, and Peter have to figure out their new companion. A long road lies ahead, and it's time to get moving if they want to complete the Stag's quest!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

We are completely thrilled by a surge in listeners in Sweden. How fun is that? Tack så mycket!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Rotate_wood_1.aif is a copyright of georgedemure 20070103RummagingThroughRecyclingBinNR.wav is a copyright of daveincamas

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

APPLAUSE MONO 24bit 48kHz.wav is a copyright of Alterr Snorting horse.wav is a copyright of soundslikewillem

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Forgotten Chamber - Realm of Stars - Score Music, by Francesco Antonelli Wagons and Carriages - Wagon Oxen on Dirt Road, by Phil Lee Tinker's Workshop, by Olivier Girardot Cure Light Wounds Spell, by Pablo Betancourt

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The flames of Jama are in the distance, and Tira, Bash, and Peter face a long desert path to get to safety and rest. But what could that glint in the distance be? Join us now as we continue the adventure and find out what this vast land holds in store for our friends!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

The Anne Arundel Public Library branch in Odenton, which has approved us for a live appearance at the upcoming Comic Con in May. We're really excited to meet some new people and to tell our story with them!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Water Splash 1 is a copyright of qubodup Body_impact_wood.aiff is a copyright of MaxDemianAGL Explosion is a copyright of Iwiploppenisse FIREPLACE is a copyright of leosalom Evil Laugh 8.wav is a copyright of Nanakisan Metallic Screech.wav is a copyright of astronaut_13579 Sausage_Sizzle.wav is a copyright of mshahen Ringing in the ears is a copyright of hykenfreak Ambience, Wind Chimes, A is a copyright of InspectorJ

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We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Enchantment - Sleep Spell, by Novak Cuic Sheikh's Tent - Dance of the Nine Veils, by Phil Archer Cure Light Wounds Spell, by Pablo Betancourt

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Running for their freedom, the Heroes of Arden make for the relative safety of the desert. But first they must rid themselves of pursuers, a daunting task under the moonlight washing the sandy wastes.

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Our Stackers who have kept us afloat with at least one download a day for more than a month now. Each download reminds us of why we do this, and makes it easier to continue this labor of love!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Camel Farm Bahrain (February 27th 2016) - 1 of 2 is a copyright of Chris Weaver Hovoset vauhkona, hevosjoukko / Horses going wild, skittish, neighing and snorting, hooves, mix is a copyright of YleArkisto JBF Plywood Breaking (both).aif is a copyright of cmusounddesign

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Cure Light Wounds Spell, by Pablo Betancourt Sheikh's Tent - Sweat and Silk - Source Music, by David Suárez Torre Shortbow Arrow Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste Travel by Horseback - Light Horse - Sprint - No Equipment, by Luca Klingbeil

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The prison of Jama lies ahead, and inside it should be Sadiyya's brother, Amesh. Freeing him should be the last thing the Heroes of Arden need to accomplish before they can proceed with their epic quest. What adventure awaits them? Find out now in this episode!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Those who have already jumped into our current contest. We have another week before your chance to contribute to our story comes to a close--share your favorite show moment to win a chance to create an NPC!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Camel Farm Bahrain (February 27th 2016) - 1 of 2 is a copyright of Chris Weaver Basket_wicker_creak_01.wav is a copyright of matucha 06250 dizzy bolt spell.wav is a copyright of Robinhood76

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Shortbow Arrow Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste Cure Light Wounds Spell, by Pablo Betancourt

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Armed with a royal token, it's now time for the heroes to make their way to the library of Jama. What secrets await them in this closely guarded place? Listen now to find out!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Our Twitter page continues to grow. Thank you for your interest in our story; we'd love to hear from you! Because of our growth, we're going to offer a special contest later this week. Get ready!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. None required attribution, but we genuinely appreciate the lovely freesound.org community for sharing quality sound effects. Check them out; they're a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Sheikh's Tent - Sweat and Silk,by David Suárez Torre

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Six months have come and gone, and we've created a world of mystery and adventure together. That doesn't mean it's all been business, however--we like to have fun along the way.

We hope you'll enjoy this special episode. It crams together our favorite soundbites from the first 26 episodes of our show.

May your swords (and your wits) be ever sharp!

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The Heroes of Arden find they need to undertake more sleuthing in order to begin to figure out how to accomplish their tasks in Jama. It's a whole new world, and one to which they must adjust quickly if they are to be successful. Tira, Bash, and Peter are quickly learning they need to become comfortable with new skills if they're going to get the job done!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

New downloaders from Italy and India? What's not to love?! Benvenuto and namaskar! Our Twitter follower numbers have enjoyed a slight bump. Thanks to our Stackers choosing to follow us there, since that's where we're focusing our social media energy. Please take a moment to let us know what you think!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Plywood_Prying_01.wav is a copyright of dheming Heavy_crate_smash is a copyright of Srehpog Dark Ambient Music 3: Hunted is a copyright of Xanco123 Thunder, Very Close, Rain, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Sheikh's Tent - Earthly Pleasures Await,by Riccardo Messori Large City - Civilization During Day,by Pablo Betancourt

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The party has reached its first major destination, but there appears to be more afoot in this desert land than the heroes expected. They must face some weighty questions as they pass through the gates and into the marvelous city of Jama.

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Dice Envy for giving Meredith a jump on celebrating her birthday. You want pretty dice, you go to Dice Envy. Her Electro Red set is STUNNING.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Camel Farm Bahrain (February 27th 2016) - 1 of 2 is a copyright of Chris Weaver Fountain02.wav is a copyright of Tritus

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Sheikh's Tent - Earthly Pleasures Await,by Riccardo Messori Sheikh's Tent - Enchantress of the Sands,by Wesley Devore

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Tira, Bash, and Peter continue to grow through their adventures. Now, in the shadow of a moonlit dune just outside the city of Jama, they take a moment to rest and reflect on what they've done.

As a reminder, the Unearthed Arcana article pertinent to Wizards' in-development Mystic class is located at https://media.wizards.com/2017/dnd/downloads/UAMystic3.pdf. Check it out to see if it will fit into your own campaign!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

One sound effect falls under the Attribution license:

Thunder, Very Close, Rain A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ

One sound effect falls under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

atmosphere ae b1 75.wav is a copyright of ERH

We didn't use any Battlebards sound effects this time, but you should still check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

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The adventure of the ancient tomb is now a fading memory as the Heroes of Arden return to the road to Jama. But first they must leave the canyons of this confusing place. Join them in the failing light as they press on toward the first of the Jewels of Edelenn.

In this episode we discuss the players' views on our use of the Unearthed Arcana three pillar experience. If you want to read about this alternate means of running XP in detail, check it out at http://media.wizards.com/2017/dnd/downloads/UA-ThreePillarXP.pdf.

We also reference a clip of a chilling sound from the 1962 David Lean classic, Lawrence of Arabia. You can see it at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZOupbP3v_E&t=1m46s. For maximum effect, make sure your volume is nice and loud!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Harold of All Ages RPG for the great idea of using mystery achievements in game. It'll be fun to see these start to come to light! If you want to check out this family-friendly podcast, you can find them on iTunes and Twitter (@AllAgesRPG), or at http://allagesrpg.com/.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Dark Ambient Music 3: Hunted is a copyright of Xanco123

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ancient Chamber - Aeons of Times Untold - Score Music,by Christian Peitsch

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Happy Halloween, Stackers! The echoing canyons form a respite from the desert sun, but nothing is safe in a place of such forbidding extremes, where things can change in a heartbeat.

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

@keysmeys, for her lovely feedback about Meredith and Tira on Twitter; we love our dwarven barbarian, too!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Camel Farm Bahrain (February 27th 2016) - 1 of 2 is a copyright of Chris Weaver Zombie-3.wav is a copyright of silentbob530 Chains.wav is a copyright of mshahen Click is a copyright of lebaston100 EerieAmbience8.wav is a copyright of RichardCulver Evil_laugh_departing_0m38s.wav is a copyright of juskiddink Female giggle is a copyright of holadios Woman keening and sobbing in grief is a copyright of tweedledee3 20071202.walking.shadow.wav is a copyright of dobroide Over there is a copyright of 11linda

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Full box drop.wav is a copyright of jrhodesza 06250 dizzy bolt spell.wav is a copyright of Robinhood76

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Forgotten Chamber - Chamber of the Fey King - Score Music, by Jarrod Royles Elven Dirge - Ma Serannas - Score Music, by Mario Luengo Cure Light Wounds Spell, by Pablo Betancourt

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A new day dawns in a foreign city. The party awakens to find a way out of the port city of Ankar and on to the city of Jama. But first that means they need to find a way out of a crowded, busy place full of new sights and smells. Join our heroes as they explore a new place in our ongoing adventure!

If you want to see the weapon Womberbash picks up in this episode, you can see more about it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpeqxh3phpE.

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what our talented players have created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Many, many thanks go to @jongrahar on Twitter for leaving us a lovely review on iTunes. We appreciate you taking the time to do that!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Dogs growling.wav is a copyright of juskiddink Body fall in grass CLOSE.mp3 is a copyright of J.Zazvurek Boa Constrictor.wav is a copyright of Kjell Persson Male crying and weeping is a copyright of jacobmathiassen Camel Farm Bahrain (February 27th 2016) - 1 of 2 is a copyright of Chris Weaver Bodhran irish drum - marching to war.WAV is a copyright of pogmothoin

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Crowd after Encore.wav is a copyright of soundslikewillem Aggressive dog growl.wav is a copyright of jittels

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Sheikh's Tent - Sweat And Silk - Source Music, by David Suárez Torre Large City - City of Trade in Day, by Olivier Girardot Large City - Civilization During Day, by Pablo Betancourt

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A nearly deadly encounter with evil leaves the party exhausted and without something critical to their mission. But the job must be done, and quickly. Ahead, the desert wastes of Seth-arban await Tira, Bash, and Peter.

In this episode, we reference the map of the continent in our wiki. You can check this out at https://vardalon.wikia.com/wiki/Edelenn. We welcome Stackers' input to the wiki, and feedback through Twitter, Instagram, and email. Let us get to know you, and your favorite part of the adventure so far!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what our talented players have created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Many, many thanks go to @jongrahar on Twitter for leaving us a lovely review on iTunes. We appreciate you taking the time to do that!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Dark Ambient Music 3: Hunted is a copyright of Xanco123 Splashing Water by Oars.wav is a copyright of Lubini Dolphins.wav is a copyright of AugustSandberg Heavy_crate_smash is a copyright of Srehpog

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Rope tied to boat in port is a copyright of Pastabra

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Sheikh's Tent - Sweat And Silk - Source Music, by David Suárez Torre

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After a night's rest, the party awakens in comfort, ready to begin their journey east to the deserts of Seth-arban. But what will they do when things take an unexpected turn? And where will it all lead? Listen now to find out!

Thanks for sharing our story, a 5th edition D&D game set in the homebrewed world of Vardalon. We really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what our talented players have created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Thanks so much to zimbellina13 for showing some love from Australia. We share her review in this episode. Rob Ervin of Rob Ervin Voiceovers. You need professional voice work? Talk to Rob @RobErvinVO or RobErvinVoiceOvers.com!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Hovoset vauhkona, hevosjoukko / Horses going wild, skittish, neighing and snorting, hooves, mix is a copyright of YleArkisto Water Splash 1 is a copyright of qubodup Ships bell.wav is a copyright of CGEffex Sword_Draw_05.wav is a copyright of timmy_h123 Thunder, Very Close, Rain, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Fish Market - Fantasy Wharf, by Olivier Girardot Heavenly Plane - Divine Beauty - Score Music, by Maarten Bonder Travel by Horseback - Light Horse - Sprint - No Equipment, by Luca Klingbeil Forgotten Chamber - Chamber of the Fey-King,by Jarrod Royles Shortbow Arrow Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste Mace Deflected by Wood Shield, by Pablo Betancourt

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The dangers of the swamp are past, the city of Jama lies ahead. As our friends push on toward the next step in their ongoing quest, they must find a way across a sea as quickly as possible. Along the way they'll meet someone with a. . . dubious accent (UK listeners, please be patient). Adventure awaits in the port city of Isling, so check out the next chapter in our ongoing story!

We reference a video in this episode. For those who don't know about Kid Snippets, it's a series of videos where parents lip sync to stories told by kids. Here's the link to 15 minutes of fun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DoBwKp_J9yg

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what our talented players have created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

We're getting all sorts of international hits, so we offer a huge thank you to our Stackers around the world! Rob Ervin of Rob Ervin Voiceovers. You need professional voice work? Talk to Rob @RobErvinVO or RobErvinVoiceOvers.com!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

DoorCreaking10.flac is a copyright of Zabuhailo Horse Whinny, Close, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Vespers Westminster Cathedral.wav is a copyright of deleted_user_1654820 Snorting horse.wav is a copyright of soundslikewillem

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Easy Going Tavern - Black Bear Tavern, by Moises Alvarez Fish Market - Fantasy Wharf, by Olivier Girardot Heavenly Plane - Divine Beauty - Score Music, by Maarten Bonder Large City - Civilization During Day, by Pablo Betancourt Travel by Horseback - Light Horse - Sprint - No Equipment, by Luca Klingbeil

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Discomfort abounds during a sweltering, pest-ridden trip across the Great Salt Marsh. The two brothers from Sedge are adept at their craft, but the Marsh is a dangerous place nonetheless. Perhaps it's as good a time as any for Tira, Bash, and Peter to learn that not all that glitters is gold. . . Find out what happens next in our ongoing story in this latest episode!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what our talented players have created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Our friends on Instagram; we're having a great time sharing behind-the-scenes pictures and videos with you. Rob Ervin of Rob Ervin Voiceovers. You need professional voice work? Talk to Rob @RobErvinVO or RobErvinVoiceOvers.com!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Hovoset vauhkona, hevosjoukko / Horses going wild, skittish, neighing and snorting, hooves, mix is a copyright of YleArkisto Splashing Water by Oars.wav is a copyright of Lubini Splash, Jumping, C.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ Water Splash 1 is a copyright of qubodup

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Getting out of the pool.wav is a copyright of Juan Merie Venter

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Capital City - Middlegate, by Shams Ahsan

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A hard day's ride ends in a rare moment of comfort as our heroes bed down in Blinkendun's inn. Womberbash has made a nest of the bed blankets, Tira snuggles into her blanket, and Peter and Rebec are left to discuss burning questions in the gathering darkness. But rest remains elusive. Find out what happens next in the next chapter of our ongoing story!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what our talented players have created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Dice Envy (@DiceEnvy or diceenvy.com) helped us provide a beautiful set of dice for one lucky winner. Rob Ervin of Rob Ervin Voiceovers. You need professional voice work? Talk to Rob!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Horse.mp3 is a copyright of 3bagbrew Horse Whinny, Close, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Ancient Chamber - Waking the Guardian, by Brian Gair Elven Dirge - Ma Serannas, by Mario Luengo Forgotten Chamber - Realm of Stars, by Francesco Antonelli Travel by Horseback - Light Horse - Sprint - No Equipment, by Luca Klingbeil

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The party's fight at the gate led to an unsettling encounter and an unsatisfying conclusion. Clearly outmatched, the bruised and battered friends have spurred their horses onward toward their next destination. Pursuers behind and the mountains of central Moriga looming ahead; what lies in store for Tira, Womberbash, and Peter? Find out now in this week's episode!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what our talented players have created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

@podcandyreview, a Twitter friend from Australia. Thanks for listening and for your enthusiastic response! @aeroh34d for helping spread awareness of our show. We continue to thank Dice Envy (@DiceEnvy or diceenvy.com), for partnering with us on a magnificent giveaway. We give more details at the beginning of this show and on our Twitter and Instagram feeds.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Horse.mp3 is a copyright of 3bagbrew Horse Whinny, Close, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

Snorting horse.wav is a copyright of soundslikewillem Blacksmith hammering is a copyright of Pashee

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Cure Light Wounds Spell, by Pablo Betancourt Easy Going Tavern - Black Bear Tavern, by Moises Alvarez

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We hope you've enjoyed our earlier special episodes that give a sneak peek behind the DM's screen. This episode is our first true Creation Corner, and we're talking about Rindis, a cold country known for its dramatic geography and well-crafted but fearsome raiding ships.

As will be the case with all Creation Corner episodes, expect disjointed thoughts, stream of consciousness thinking, and good and bad ideas all mixed in together as Thane and Rhett discuss possible points about this country.

We mention several specific websites during the episode:

Our wiki, where we keep notes about the world we're building together. Not only is it a place to see what we've already created, we also invite Stackers to join in on the fun. Please feel free to edit our wiki! The Rindis page within our wiki, where information about this imaginary country will grow over time. The Cartographers' Guild, a wonderland of talent and inspiration. The site includes detailed tutorials on how to make maps, as well. This is a GREAT DM resource!

We'd love to know what you think of this episode! If you like what you hear, please take a moment to leave us a five star rating on iTunes--it will help connect us with other gamers. Also, share your thoughts with us on Twitter and/or Instagram. We love to hear what DMs and players are thinking about.

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A fitful night of sleep leads to a rough start in the morning. The party members are beginning to find a sense of direction in their quest, but they must first figure out the path they will follow. Mysterious visitors, insouciant stablehands, and much, much worse await Tira, Womberbash, and Peter as they seek a way out of Flenmoor. Find out now what happens in this week's episode!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what our talented players have created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Those who have left us glowing reviews on iTunes. It's a simple gesture, but it means the world to us! Tell your friends about the show! Our listeners' patience as we've worked to improve our sound quality. We think you'll notice a significant difference this week. We continue to thank Dice Envy (@DiceEnvy or diceenvy.com), for partnering with us on a magnificent giveaway. We give more details at the beginning of this show and on our Twitter and Instagram feeds.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Horse.mp3 is a copyright of 3bagbrew Horses walking by on a sloppy track 2.aif is a copyright of canukfa Magic Speel - Sleeping spell 1.wav is a copyright of OGsoundFX

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

06250 dizzy bolt spell.wav is a copyright of robinhood76

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Large City - Civilization During Day, by Pablo Betancourt Echoes of the Past - The Past Whispers, by Phil Archer

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Much has happened in a short amount of time. The face of things is changing in Vardalon, but our heroes are rising to the occasion as their understanding of what lies ahead slowly begins to become more clear.

Join us as the adventurers bed down for the night. Their sleep will be delayed, however, as they face certain revelations. Follow the leveling process as we talk through what benefits Tira, Womberbash, and Peter gain for hitting this milestone.

As a reminder, the Unearthed Arcana article pertinent to Wizards' in-development Mystic class is located at https://media.wizards.com/2017/dnd/downloads/UAMystic3.pdf. Check it out to see if it will fit into your own campaign!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

One sound effect falls under the Attribution license:

Minor Key Music Box is a copyright of DarkWaryurMC

One sound effect falls under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

TribalDrums.wav is a copyright of HerbertBoland

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Elven Dirge - Ma Serannas, by Mario Luengo Heavenly Plane - Divine Beauty, by Maarten Bonder

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The party pushes on from Flenmoor's library and now must figure out what to do next. They need to find a place where they can discuss things in a meaningful way, but first they have an errand to take care of. It's a day for catching up with friends past and present as they wander into the poorer part of the city. Where will they head next? What happens to Tira's fabulous shirt? Find out now in this week's episode!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what our talented players have created together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and on Instagram (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

We are thrilled with getting to know our new Instagram friends! Our account's been running for just over a week, and we're already seeing lots of activity. Thanks so much for joining our story, and we can't wait to share more Stack o' Dice goodness with you there! We continue to thank Dice Envy (@DiceEnvy or diceenvy.com), for partnering with us on a magnificent giveaway. We give more details at the beginning of this show and on our Twitter and Instagram feeds.

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Sharpen_04.aiff is a copyright of tim.kahn Plywood_Prying_01.wav is a copyright of dheming Accordion Improvisation 02.wav is a copyright of Tristan_Lohengrin

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Large City - Civilization During Day, by Pablo Betancourt Easy Going Tavern - Black Bear Tavern, by Moises Alvarez

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A chance meeting in the city of Flenmoor has given our heroes a leg up (and a new look). Now they push on to the city's library to discover the meaning of the Jewels of Edelenn. The city still has its share of surprises, though. What lies in store in the library? What are these jewels of Edelenn? Will the party ever get rid of Rebec's luggage? Find out now in this week's episode!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've put together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

New followers are appearing around the country. Thanks for joining our ongoing story, and we hope you enjoy the story as much as we do! Dice Envy (@DiceEnvy or diceenvy.com), for partnering with us on a magnificent giveaway. We give more details at the beginning of this show. The Gang of DMs, our completely made-up name for the informal group of talented DMs working together to share ideas on how to improve our games. We're sharpening each other!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Fountain.wav is a copyright of mikaelfernstrom Fanfare1.flac is a copyright of n2p5

We also used some excellent Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on your subscription.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Large City - City of Trade in Day, by Olivier Girardot Large City - Civilization During Day, by Pablo Betancourt Elven Dirge - Ma Serannas, by Mario Luengo Walking on Stone in Platemail, by Olivier Girardot Heavenly Plane - Divine Beauty, by Maarten Bonder Forgotten Chamber - Chamber of the Fey-King, by Jarrod Royles

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Arriving at last at the gates of Flenmoor, the party has to find its way to the next step of the Stag's quest. But the city is larger than most of them are used to, and getting around on crowded streets can be a perilous thing, especially in a city like Flenmoor. Where is the library? Who's that skulking in the alley? Is Peter really that cold-hearted? Find out now in this week's episode!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've put together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

We're having fun getting to know an amazing group of friends on Twitter. Your comments, DM discussions, and thoughtful questions are helping us to improve each week. Keep up the conversation! Zowie! Thank you, Battlebards, for offering a great collection of sounds for use in podcasts. Thanks for making it possible to add extra depth to our games!

We used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Man oof.wav is a copyright of xtrgamr

We also used our first batch of Battlebards sound effects. If you like what you hear, check them out at battlebards.com. If you sign up for a Prime account, be sure to use our special code, stack, and you'll get a 20% discount on everything you buy from them.

Here are the sound effects we used in this episode:

Large City - City of Trade in Day, by Olivier Girardot Mace Deflected by Wood Shield, by Pablo Betancourt Breaking - Simple Mace Sundered, by Pablo Betancourt Shortbow Arrow Hits Chainmail, by Jean-Baptiste

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It's almost inevitable--one day, the DM's well of inspiration will run dry. Or perhaps you're a new DM, and feel daunted by the task that lies ahead? Either way, in this special episode we offer some places from which you can draw inspiration in coming up with ideas.

We had originally intended to release this episode later on in our run, but after a week of questions and interactions with some brilliant friends on Twitter, we thought it might be better to release it now. Join us as we talk about a few things that keep us going!

In particular, we mention:

Dragon Talk, an official D&D podcast that covers all aspects of gaming The DM's Block, a great podcast resource for getting new ideas on how to run a game Sneak Attack, a fantastic actual play podcast that we've really enjoyed listening to The DM's Craft, a YouTube channel where a DM shows fun ways to make actual props for games

There are certainly more avenues to explore, and perhaps we'll do that in a later special episode, but for now, please enjoy our humble offering!

And if you like what you hear, please take a moment to leave us a five star rating on iTunes--it will help connect us with other gamers.

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The journey continues for Tira, Womberbash, and Peter as they make their way to Flenmoor. But a detour to a mysterious place along the way leads to an unsettling experience. Will they be able to carry out the first part of the Stag's quest? Is there safety to be had in the discomfort of travel? What is that glow on the horizon? Listen in now to find out!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've put together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

We want to thank Rob Ervin again for his voice work that kicks off each show. Reasonable rates, excellent results, and it gives your show a polish you'll love. Check him out at http://robervinvoiceovers.com/ right now! Freesound.org makes an amazing selection of great sounds available FOR FREE. See below for the sounds we used.

Though we're eligible to start using BattleBards sounds in our podcast, we didn't incorporate any this week. We did, however, use some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Dogs growling.wav is a copyright of juskiddink EerieAmbience4.wav is a copyright of RichardCulver Crowd Screaming, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ Horse carriage 1-edited.mp3 is a copyright of j_o_j

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Part of the reason behind this podcast is to share what we're learning both about D&D and podcasting as we go. To celebrate our first mini-milestone of hitting the 10th episode, we talk about some of the things we're figuring out about our characters as well as the podcasting scene in general.

If this discussion prompts any game-related questions in your mind, share them with us on Twitter (@stackodice) or by email (stack.o.dice@gmail.com). We'd love to hear from you, and will try to answer them in future episodes. If we get enough, we might dedicate an entire episode to answering questions, but one step at a time!

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The party's hopes for a restful night's sleep have been dashed by a disturbing dream unlike any they've ever had. The question of what it all means is on our heroes' minds as they set forth at last to Flenmoor, the large city to the north. They hope to find answers there. But a long road lies ahead, and the country is still quite wild. Join us as we continue our exciting story together!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've put together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

@jongrahar for engaging us with a fascinating question on Twitter. Thanks for taking the time to share your question, and for giving us some valuable insights! Freesound.org for making an amazing selection of great sounds available FOR FREE. See below for the sounds we used.

Though we're eligible to start using BattleBards sounds in our podcast, we didn't incorporate any this week. We did, however, use some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Waterfall.wav is a copyright of cosmo235

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It's party time for Tira, Womberbash, and Peter. The Heroes of Arden make their way to the village green and engage in several different important conversations with those close to them. This evening of recognition is an important step in the lives of these young adventurers, but something much deeper awaits them at the Great Stag Inn.

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've put together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Our admin site tells us we had a nibble from Kuwait! How exciting is that?! Freesound.org for making an amazing selection of great sounds available FOR FREE. See below for the sounds we used. The players continue to provide the encouragement the DM needs to keep this story going. Applause is truly the sweetest repayment!

Though we're eligible to start using BattleBards sounds in our podcast, we didn't incorporate any this week. We did, however, use some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Applause 2 is a copyright of VlatkoBlazek Chair2.wav is a copyright of lezaarth Dark Ambient Music 1 is a copyright of Xanco123 Minor Key Music Box is a copyright of DarkWaryurMC

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After the fight with the bandits in the previous episode, the heroes now have to deal with some very real consequences of the things they experienced during their first big battle. Questions arise, clothes are changed, and horse water is discovered. See what happens now by tuning in!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've put together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Twitter continues to amaze, with likes and follows coming weekly. We appreciate your support, and ask you to spread the word to friends and family! The easiest way to do this is to leave us a five-star review on iTunes. Show us some love, and we'll mention your name at the end of an episode! Thanks to the entire cast of Stack o' Dice for making the show so much fun to roll out each week.

Though we're eligible to start using BattleBards sounds in our podcast, we didn't have time to incorporate any this week. We did, however, use some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Dunk_water_009.wav is a copyright of johonbravo

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

TribalDrums.wav is a copyright of HerbertBoland

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Trouble is brewing in the tiny, remote town of Arden as bandits threaten the villagers' way of life. The heroes ready their weapons as the mayor rallies the desperate townspeople in the only defensive structure they have--the palisade on the Rock. What fearsome foes will our heroes face? Who will survive the day? Find out in this brand new episode!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've put together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

What a week for exposure! We've found new friends on Twitter, and our little family is slowly growing. We appreciate your interest, and we value your interaction on Twitter or by email. For those who have reached out to us with feedback, we sure do love what you've had to say. It helps us improve as we go, and we want to be among the best.

We also used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Cry of great public 01.wav is a copyright of klankbeeld Rowdy crowd.wav is a copyright of xtrgamr Helmutscream_short.wav is a copyright of creativeheroes Battle Horn is a copyright of Porphyr Poison Spell Magic is a copyright of qubodup Orchestral Strings, Warm, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution Noncommercial license:

TribalDrums.wav is a copyright of HerbertBoland 01161 Boar oink 3.wav is a copyright of Robinhood76

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As a refreshing mountain breeze atop the Three Sisters plays through our heroes' hair, they find themselves faced with a difficult decision. A great prize and an important task lie on the other side of this choice, heralding a difficult time ahead. What is this all about? Whatever will our heroes do? And was that really a pickup line Womberbash threw out there? Listen in now and see for yourself!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've put together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time!

If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Rob of Rob Ervin Voiceovers welcomes us to the land of Vardalon. Check out his stellar work at http://robervinvoiceovers.com/, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/robervinvoiceovers/, and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/RobErvinVO. Our growing number of listeners. Seeing your interest in our little show is immensely encouraging!

We also used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Minor Key Music Box is a copyright of DarkWaryurMC

Draw Bridge Lower is a copyright of hykenfreak

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Do one-dimensional NPCs in your games have you feeling. . . blue? In this special episode, Rhett wants to share a really neat NPC creation technique. The original idea comes from an interview between Satine Phoenix and Taliesin Jaffe in an episode of Satine's excellent GM Tips series.

GM Tips video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQZR4smjUEc

This video inspired Rhett to create a spreadsheet version of the technique Taliesin introduced, but with a slight twist: https://1drv.ms/x/s!Ai_DSO_CT_ACg4Ao9hDNfPcymdn7rw

To use the spreadsheet, first save it to your computer. Click on the ellipsis (...) in the upper right corner of the screen, then choose to Save a Copy.

Once you have the sheet, simply type anything into the grey cell, then press Enter. This will cause the sheet to recalculate, generating a new NPC persona. Anytime you change the contents of the grey cell and press Enter, the sheet will update. If you want to make changes to the contents, just follow your spreadsheet program's instructions to unlock the spreadsheet first. There is no password.

Use it in your game, and have a great time with the result! How does it work out for you? Did it lead to any fun experiences? Let us know!

As always, thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your words of support and hope you enjoy what we've put together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you prefer email, send us game questions or comments at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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It's a party, and you're invited!

Adventuring is hard. That's why it's important to celebrate achievements! We'll record a special leveling episode each time the party levels. This is the first in what (we hope) will be plenty of level-up celebrations.

Follow the leveling process as we talk through what benefits Tira, Womberbash, and Peter gain for hitting this milestone. From squat thrusts to HP envy, this episode has it all!

As a reminder, the Unearthed Arcana article pertinent to Wizards' in-development Mystic class is located at https://media.wizards.com/2017/dnd/downloads/UAMystic3.pdf. Check it out to see if it will fit into your own campaign!

As always, thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your words of support and hope you enjoy what we've put together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you prefer email, send us game questions or comments at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

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After talking with a mysterious being with ties to Tira's ancestor, the party moves on to face a daunting challenge high in the mountains overlooking Arden. A series of puzzles awaits them in a place that's been undisturbed for centuries. What will they find there? What lies at the challenge's end? What perils could possibly await our friends? Listen in to this episode to find out!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've put together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Rob of Rob Ervin Voiceovers welcomes us to the land of Vardalon. Check out his stellar work at http://robervinvoiceovers.com/, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/robervinvoiceovers/, and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/RobErvinVO. The retweets and love we've gotten on Twitter. Five weeks in, and our little show is slowly growing. We'd love to hear from you!

We also used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

Porte pierre 2.wav is a copyright of Slanesh

Orchestral Strings, Warm, A.wav is a copyright of InspectorJ

Abstract background music is a copyright of hifijohn

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Electric Shock.wav is a copyright of GlenCurtisAdams

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In the previous episode we followed our heroes through a terrible fight in the forest. When the dust settles, they need to figure out what happens next, now that it seems their task is done. What will they do with their mysterious prisoner? Why is the forest acting so strangely? Will Womberbash ever find another notebook? Let's find out together in this episode!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've put together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets others join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice), where we'd love to hear from you. Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

Rob of Rob Ervin Voiceovers welcomes us to the land of Vardalon. Check out his stellar work at http://robervinvoiceovers.com/, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/robervinvoiceovers/, and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/RobErvinVO. We have our first five star review on iTunes! Thanks for the kind words, bransomiffic. We also continue to welcome our growing list of followers on Twitter. Each new follower lets us know that we're creating a fun story that has some meaning, even if it's just to provide a bit of entertainment for a few minutes each week. We welcome your comments, and appreciate that you've taken the time to stop in!

We also used some Creative Commons sound effects and music in this show. For the sake of attribution, we list them here. The following were taken from freesound.org, a fantastic resource for free royalty-free sound effects.

Sound effects that fall under the Attribution license:

splashing footsteps.mp3 is a copyright of user soundmary wolf-growl.wav is a copyright of newagesoup Click.wav is a copyright of lebaston100 WOOD CHOPPING_ Chopping hard wood with metal Axe (SFX).wav is a copyright of GuntherDorksen Woodland Stream March 2016.wav is a copyright of plantmonkey Bushwalking sounds.m4a is a copyright of TheScarlettWitch89

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In our last episode, Womberbash led his new friends to his woodland home, only to find that his beloved spoon was nowhere in sight. After a fruitless search and a nighttime journey fraught with bad dice rolls, they spotted a fire in a clearing up ahead. What lies in the clearing? Will Womberbash ever find his spoon? Did you remember to pack your puer cha? Let's find out together in this episode!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we've put together. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets more people join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice). Or if you want to share a question or idea with us, drop us a line at stack.o.dice@gmail.com.

Our thanks for the week:

As always, Rob of Rob Ervin Voiceovers continues to give us a smooth welcome to the land of Vardalon. Check out Rob's work at http://robervinvoiceovers.com/, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/robervinvoiceovers/, and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/RobErvinVO. We warmly welcome our growing list of followers on Twitter. Each new follower lets us know that we're creating a fun story that has some meaning, even if it's just to provide a bit of entertainment for a few minutes on a basis that isn't as constant as we'd like. We welcome your comments, and appreciate that you've taken the time to stop in! The Creative Commons sound effects from Isolation Music (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EgRvVq8mStE) that we used throughout this episode. Your work has helped us add some pizazz to the episode, and we thank you!

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At the end of our last actual play episode, you may have heard a segment that is new in your experience of tabletop games: the Norse Battle. This special episode shares exactly what this segment is for, where it comes from, and why we like to use it as a way to wrap up each game. Once you've listened to it, please share what you think about it, and if you use something similar, we'd love to know how you use it.

As always, we want to thank you for sharing your listening time with us; we appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we're doing. We're having fun sharing the growing world of Vardalon with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets more people join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice).

Finally, here are the links to some various Beowulf translations:

The Howell Chickering translation, complete with facing page translation The Lesslie Hall translation available freely through Project Gutenberg The Tolkien prose translation The Seamus Heaney treatment (aka Heaneywulf) that plays fast and loose with the text, but for the sake of giving it a strong poetic feel

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After meeting under less-than-auspicious circumstances last time, Womberbash, Tira, and Peter decide to take a trip. Not everyone is happy about it, but when they arrive, a mystery awaits. What lies ahead? What is that thing glinting along the roadside? And what in Vardalon is a grul? Give us a listen to find out!

Thanks for sharing our story; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we're doing. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you each week, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to leave us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings and lets more people join in the fun. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice).

Here are our thanks for this week:

Our Magic Mouth, Rob Ervin Voiceovers, for continuing to welcome us into the land of Vardalon. Check out Rob's work at http://robervinvoiceovers.com/, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/robervinvoiceovers/, and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/RobErvinVO. Sweetwater Music (https://www.sweetwater.com/) saved our bacon when a recent Windows update blew up our audio drivers. Seriously, folks--good prices + excellent, free customer support = where you need to go for your sound needs! SoundJay (https://www.soundjay.com/), for a cost-free, hassle-free library of sounds that provided us with the perfect riverside setting.

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In this first episode, we meet our friends Womberbash, Tira, and Peter in the world of Vardalon. Things are looking pretty bad in the town of Arden: someone (or something) is attacking people in the nearby forest, the dwarves of Ironstag Delve are trying to reestablish themselves after the collapse of their ancestral home, and wounded strangers are appearing in town. What could it all mean? And what lies in store for both the town and our heroes? Come find out in this, our first actual play episode.

Thanks for giving us a listen; we really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy what we're doing. We're having fun sharing our adventure with you, and we'll only get better with time! If you like what you hear, please take the time to give us a review on iTunes, since that bumps us up in the ratings. For quick updates on a more real-time basis, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice).

Here are the links to those who have helped us out already:

Rob of Rob Ervin Voiceovers provided us with his fantastic voice work. Check him out at http://robervinvoiceovers.com/, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/robervinvoiceovers/, and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/RobErvinVO. Sweetwater Music (https://www.sweetwater.com/) gave us the right information on our sound board after a long and frustrating search at some of the box stores near us. Thanks for making it easy to get the right rig!

And now, on with the show-- we're excited to tell a story with you.

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We have one last episode to share this week before we shift to actual play episodes next week. We have some finishing touches to apply before we start, so we'll get those done and be ready to share the fun on Monday!

In this episode, we run Meredith's character, Tira, through a mini gauntlet to help her understand how combat works in D&D 5e. We also see how the militia in Arden really digs into its fairy tale books to wrangle up some monstrous opponents. Certainly no one alive in Vardalon has ever seen these things before, but they're a part of the shared literary and song traditions among the people of the country of Moriga. The best we can guess is that the militia does this to make training more interesting.

We'd also appreciate your feedback. If you have a thought to share, follow us on Twitter (@stackodice) and let us know what you think!

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In this final special "Getting to Know You" episode, we meet Rhett the Dungeon Master, the guy behind the screen. After being introduced to Dungeons and Dragons at a young age, Rhett has loved the game ever since. As much as he likes to play, he most often ends up as the DM, which is just fine since it's a fun challenge to take on. In this role he gets to combine his love for history, storytelling, quick thinking, and just spending time with friends in a world created together.

And don't worry--actual play episodes are coming starting next week! We needed to take some time to get used to the whole podcasting thing, and we felt these special intro episodes would both kick us off and let you get to know everyone in the Stack o' Dice gang.

If you haven't already, please take a moment to subscribe to our Twitter feed (@stackodice) to keep up with the latest on what's shaking in the Stack o' Dice world. Also, if you're enjoying what you've heard so far, please take a moment to rate what we've done in your podcast manager. Your rating helps us to reach more people, and if you like what we're doing, chances are someone else will, too. Your positive review will get us in people's ears!

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Okay, okay—we were trying to stick to the "Getting to Know You" series this week, but felt it was important to sneak this one in prior to dropping our first actual play session. We hope you find it, uh, rewarding.

One of the things you may notice when we start releasing actual play episodes is that our experience point awards may seem rather paltry compared to what you're used to seeing in the Player's Handbook or during your games. That's because we're testing out a new XP system Wizards of the Coast released in its Unearthed Arcana series last year. Not only does it clean up the wonky amounts between levels (like the weird progression between levels 9-11), but it provides incentive for players to really get into the ROLEPLAYING part of this roleplaying game. Rhett thinks this is an exciting development, and we're going to test it out for WotC to see how it works for us.

We'd also appreciate your feedback on how it does (or doesn't) work. If you have a thought to share, hit us up on Twitter (@stackodice).

The Unearthed Arcana article to which we refer in this episode is located on the Wizards of the Coast website (http://media.wizards.com/2017/dnd/downloads/UA-ThreePillarXP.pdf). There's plenty of neat stuff in the entire series; take a moment to check it all out!

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In this special episode we round out the party by getting to know Meredith, and we go over the highlights as we create her barbarian, Tira Ironstag. As the axe-wielding muscle in the party, Tira adds a no-nonsense, action-oriented, and (dare we say it?) headstrong element. You'll know in no time that she lives by her motto: "No problem is too big for my axe!"

If you haven't already, please take a moment to check out our Twitter feed (@stackodice) to keep up with the latest on what's shaking in the Stack o' Dice world. Also, if you're enjoying what you've heard so far, please take a moment to rate what we've done in your podcast manager. Your rating helps us to reach more people, and if you like what we're doing, chances are someone else will, too. Your positive review will get us in people's ears!

We're excited to have you join us as we tell this story together.

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Today we continue our special content series as we get to know our next player, Thane, and we go over the highlights as we create his cleric character, Peter Greyhawk. Magic-using classes in the world of Vardalon are a little interesting at the outset, since magic is a thing of legend and the stuff of tales. If it ever existed, it was eons ago, so picking a cleric is a fun way for Thane to start.

If you haven't already, please take a moment to check out our Twitter feed (@stackodice) to keep up with the latest on what's shaking in the Stack o' Dice world. Also, if you're enjoying what you've heard so far, please take a moment to rate what we've done in your podcast manager. Your rating helps us to reach more people, and if you like what we're doing, chances are someone else will, too. Your positive review will get us in people's ears!

We're excited to have you join us as we tell this story together.

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In this first special content episode, we take some time to get to know a little about our first player, Michael, and we go over the highlights as we create his mystic character, Womberbash Bensonmum. The mystic is a new-ish class in 5e; it was introduced last year in Wizards of the Coast's officially unofficial Unearthed Arcana, and we thought it'd be fun to give it a try. Psionic (or mental) magic has featured to varying degrees in previous editions of D&D, so we want to give it a shot in this game.

Also, if you haven't already, please take a moment to check out our Twitter feed (@stackodice) to keep up with the latest on what's shaking in the Stack o' Dice world. We're excited to have you join us as we tell this story together.

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Follow a band of intrepid friends as they seek to understand the world changing around them, and work together to face a growing evil. Enter a world of adventure and mystery-- in Vardalon!

This first episode of our new podcast series lays out what we want to do in this series. There are a couple major things we want to share with you.

First, we're excited to share our actual play episodes. We have a great story cooking, some fun characters, entertaining players, and an all-new world to explore. Plus, we're recording this as a family-friendly series, because we want you to be able to share it with absolutely anyone! We're going to try to adhere to a once-a-week schedule, aiming for Monday as a release day.

Second, we want to share some of the behind-the-scenes workings with you. We know that running a game can be daunting, and we want to share our process with you. The DM doesn't claim to be the best in the world, but if you like what you hear, use it; if you don't, ditch it! We just hope you'll find something of use in this secondary, sporadic series of podcasts.

With that, the Stack o' Dice gang welcomes you, and we're excited to share our story with you!