An Atlas of the World Unknown
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Creator: Paul Dalenberg
Synopsis:
An actual play podcast hosted by Paul Dalenberg. Every two weeks, we play a different game that builds and explores one aspect of the history, geography, and culture of a place known as The World Unknown.
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Episodes:
S1E1 - The Duchess of Nightmares (Part One)
Sat, 05 Jan 2019 22:04:12 -0000
A small band of pirates have settled in a web of stilted boardwalks. The enigmatic Duchess of Nightmares rules them with equal parts respect and terror, working towards inscrutible goals with powerful magic. Others, including her first mate Bruce and her Heiress, work to settle in to their new surroundings and ensure safe harbor. But when a group of tourists arrive on the web, it soon becomes clear that not all here is as it seems.
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3_d) and also features the voice of Calley. If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at [anatlasunknown@gmail.com].
The Quiet Year is game a by Avery Alder. You can find it and many more excellent games at [buriedwithoutceremony.com].
Spindlewheel is game by Sasha Reneau. You can find their devblog and links to the open beta at [twitter.com/teacabbage].
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at [stridermusic.bandcamp.com].
S1E2 - The Duchess of Nightmares (Part Two)
Sun, 20 Jan 2019 00:44:53 -0000
The pirates of the Web have settled in to their new environment, but life is far from stable. A bridge catches fire and does not stop burning. Tensions between the Duchess and her Heiress build to a breaking point. First mate Bruce tries to keep the peace, but finds himself pulled in many directions. And the sinkhole beneath the Web beckons to crew to simply throw all their troubles away.
(Apologies for the tinny audio on this episode, always triple check which microphone your recording software is using!)
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3_d) and also features the voice of Calley. If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at [anatlasunknown@gmail.com].
The Quiet Year is game a by Avery Alder. You can find it and many more excellent games at [buriedwithoutceremony.com].
Spindlewheel is game by Sasha Reneau. You can find their devblog and links to the open beta at [twitter.com/teacabbage].
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at [stridermusic.bandcamp.com].
S1E3 - The Duchess of Nightmares (Part Three)
Sun, 03 Feb 2019 01:08:14 -0000
The Duchess of Nightmares has consolidated her power over her pirate crew, but outside forces threaten her schemes. The Honor Guard promise justice, the Cursed Sword offer power, and the ancient Bridge offers passage somewhere. All the while, a trial looms and Bruce faces a terrible metamorphisis.
(Apologies for the tinny audio on this episode, always triple check which microphone your recording software is using!)
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3_d) and also features the voice of Calley. If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at [anatlasunknown@gmail.com].
The Quiet Year is game a by Avery Alder. You can find it and many more excellent games at [buriedwithoutceremony.com].
Spindlewheel is game by Sasha Reneau. You can find their devblog and links to the open beta at [twitter.com/teacabbage].
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at [stridermusic.bandcamp.com].
S1E4 - The Duchess of Nightmares (Part Four)
Sun, 17 Feb 2019 00:49:03 -0000
The stability of The Web has been shattered. Dangerous people and things seem to lurk around every corner, to the point that even the Duchess herself is pushed to her limit. The time has come to make a choice: do we leave for safer waters, or stay to witness yet another miracle?
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3_d) and also features the voice of Calley. If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at [anatlasunknown@gmail.com].
The Quiet Year is game a by Avery Alder. You can find it and many more excellent games [buriedwithoutceremony.com].
Spindlewheel is game by Sasha Reneau. You can find their devblog and links to the open beta at [twitter.com/teacabbage].
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at [stridermusic.bandcamp.com].
S1E5 - The Second Son (Part One)
Sun, 03 Mar 2019 00:46:58 -0000
The burgeoning city-state of Echidna holds an ancient secret, recently rediscovered. Other powers sit impatiently at the gates, prepared to take this knowledge by force. The world stands on the brink of war. Into this unstable situation comes Mildred Pennyweather, an old mage finally returning to do right by her people. But what she brings with her could change the face of the World Unknown forever.
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3_d) and also features the voice of Dane. If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at [anatlasunknown@gmail.com] or tweet at us at [twitter.com/atlas_unknown]
Spindlewheel is game by Sasha Reneau. You can find their devblog and links to the open beta at [twitter.com/teacabbage].
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at [stridermusic.bandcamp.com].
S1E6 - The Second Son (Part Two)
Sat, 16 Mar 2019 23:03:42 -0000
Content Warning: This episode contains descriptions of war and it's aftermath.
The Empress of Echidna holds unthinkable power, and there is nothing to prevent her from using it. Mildred Pennyweather and the Second Son are trapped, unwilling accomplices to the war to come. But when the dust settles, who will be left to declare a victor? Who can be trusted with the power of the gods?
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3d) and also features the voice of Dane. If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at [anatlasunknown@gmail.com] or tweet at us at [twitter.com/atlas_unknown]
Spindlewheel is game by Sasha Reneau. You can find their devblog and links to the open beta at [twitter.com/teacabbage].
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at [stridermusic.bandcamp.com].
S1E7 - Yes And: An Aldovian Tragicomedy (Act One)
Sat, 30 Mar 2019 21:23:24 -0000
In the grand city of Aldovia, trouble is brewing. Street magicians Woccam and Toccam scheme and lie their way towards fame and fortune in the cut-throat world of improv magic, while the foolishly enthusiastic friends Jubble and Baum plan a sham wedding to commit... tax fraud? Oh, and did I mention that Woccam is a bird? And improv comedy grants diplomatic immunity? Just roll with it, trust me, it's all going to be juuust fine.
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3d) and also features the voices of Rio , Evan (@fightsbigrobots), and Haley. If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at anatlasunknown@gmail.com or tweet at us at twitter.com/atlas_unknown .
Fiasco is game by Jason Morningstar. You can find it at bullypulpitgames.com/games/fiasco/
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at stridermusic.bandcamp.com.
S1E8 - Yes And: An Aldovian Tragicomedy (Act Two)
Sun, 14 Apr 2019 04:10:46 -0000
Life in Aldovia is never peaceful, but today things will be truly chaotic. A Carefully planned wedding teeter on the edge of collapse. Street magicians turned assassins plan against a terrifying foe. Numerous laws, both human and avian, are egregiously broken.
The only forces that can prevent utter catastrophe amount to a gullible groundskeeper, an undead raven, and sheer, dumb luck.
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3d) and also features the voices of Rio, Evan (@fightsbigrobots), and Haley. If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at anatlasunknown@gmail.com or tweet at us at twitter.com/atlas_unknown .
Fiasco is game by Jason Morningstar. You can find it at bullypulpitgames.com/games/fiasco/
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at stridermusic.bandcamp.com.
S1E9 - The Tiger is OUT (Part One)
Sat, 27 Apr 2019 17:00:00 -0000
Far away from cities and empires, there is a place where a Moon hangs low in the sky. Ancient ruins hide secrets of peoples long past, tigers wander about powerful and inscrutable, and waterfalls hide yet more forgotten folks. It is here that the Namers have come, ambitious achievers unafraid of any challenge. Their settlement here may be temporary, but what they find here will could community forever.
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3_d) and also features the voices of Sasha (@sasha_reneau) and Kai (@alpha3nine). If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at [anatlasunknown@gmail.com] or tweet at us at @atlas_unknown.
The Quiet Year is game a by Avery Alder. You can find it and many more excellent games [buriedwithoutceremony.com].
Spindlewheel is game by Sasha Reneau. You can find their devblog and links to the open beta at [twitter.com/teacabbage].
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at [stridermusic.bandcamp.com].
S1E10 - The Tiger is OUT (Part Two)
Sat, 11 May 2019 19:24:19 -0000
The Namers have settled in a valley of immense history. Tigers wander to and fro, means and ends inscrutable and dangerous. Fungal "Shadow People" venture from their caverns and offer mutual aid, but live in fear of the sun. Strange mechanical beings tumble about, and some claim that they are living beings themselves.
Among all this, the Namers struggle and thrive, working to find safety, power, faith, and food in turn. But their ignorance of the cultures and histories around them could turn things foul all too easily.
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3_d) and also features the voices of Sasha (@sasha_reneau) and Kai (@alpha3nine). If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at [anatlasunknown@gmail.com] or tweet at us at @atlas_unknown.
The Quiet Year is game a by Avery Alder. You can find it and many more excellent games [buriedwithoutceremony.com].
Spindlewheel is game by Sasha Reneau. You can find their devblog and links to the open beta at [twitter.com/teacabbage].
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at [stridermusic.bandcamp.com].
Sun, 09 Jun 2019 01:05:21 -0000
In the beginning, there was nothing but the empty void of space. And then, in this void, 3 Gods appeared: Conflagrio, Oxx, and Amalgi. Each God was fickle, powerful, and flawed in their own way, but together they built what we now call The World Unknown. This is at least one account of how that world was made.
(Programming Note: We will be back next episode with the continuation of The Tiger is OUT. Consider this an intermission of sorts to break up that very long game.)
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3d) and also features the voices of Evan (@fightsbigrobots) and Haley. If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at [anatlasunknown@gmail.com] or tweet at us at @atlas_unknown.
Dodecahedriverse is a game by Paul Dalenberg. It is not as of yet published anywhere, but when it is this summer you'll find it at [pauly3d.itch.io]
S1E12 - The Tiger is OUT (Part Three)
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 03:31:05 -0000
Summer turns to autumn, and life among the Namers goes on. Some long-standing questions are answered, but only leave even more unknowns in their wake. Many people feel restless, fueling obsessive projects in religion, in academics, and in moon-wrangling. Tragedy looms on the horizon, and not every leader will live through the year. Will the Namers remain a stable community?
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3d) and also features the voices of Sasha (@sashareneau) and Kai (@alpha3nine). If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at anatlasunknown@gmail.com or tweet at us at @atlas_unknown.
The Quiet Year is game a by Avery Alder. You can find it and many more excellent games buriedwithoutceremony.com.
Spindlewheel is game by Sasha Reneau. You can find their devblog and links to the open beta at twitter.com/teacabbage.
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at stridermusic.bandcamp.com.
S1E13 - The Tiger is OUT (Part Four)
Tue, 25 Jun 2019 03:44:06 -0000
The first snows fall in the valley the Namers have called home, and they face one final question. Should they leave this place, continue their nomadic, overachieving lives? Or should they stay, celebrate what they have built, and face whatever ghosts they have unearthed?
Either way, the Frost Shepherds will be upon them soon enough.
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3d) and also features the voices of Sasha (@sashareneau) and Kai (@alpha3nine). If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at anatlasunknown@gmail.com or tweet at us at @atlas_unknown.
The Quiet Year is game a by Avery Alder. You can find it and many more excellent games buriedwithoutceremony.com.
Spindlewheel is game by Sasha Reneau. You can find their devblog and links to the open beta at twitter.com/teacabbage.
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at stridermusic.bandcamp.com.
S1E14 - The God Unchained (Part One)
Fri, 05 Jul 2019 18:26:06 -0000
Millennia after they created the World Unknown, Conflagrio still slumbers at the world's core. Betrayed and bound, they have waited impatiently for their faithful followers to grow, strengthen, and one day free them. That day has come at last. There are four of them, each as strange and different as can be. Each prepared to give their life for a glimpse of their God of Fire and Foundations, the Progenitor of the Demigods, The Chained God.
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3d) and also features the voice of Rio. If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at anatlasunknown@gmail.com or tweet at us at twitter.com/atlas_unknown
Spindlewheel: The Mountain is game by Sasha Reneau. You can find it and other Spindlewheel microgames at https://22to22.itch.io/
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at stridermusic.bandcamp.com.
S1E15 - The God Unchained (Part Two)
Sun, 21 Jul 2019 00:43:50 -0000
The four chosen pilgrims continue their journey to free Conflagrio, who waits impatiently below. Yet the sacrifices asked continue to grow, as well as a fear- Just what sort of damage could the chained go do if they are freed?
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3d) and also features the voice of Rio. If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at anatlasunknown@gmail.com or tweet at us at twitter.com/atlas_unknown
Spindlewheel: The Mountain is game by Sasha Reneau. You can find it and other Spindlewheel microgames at https://22to22.itch.io/
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at stridermusic.bandcamp.com. Strider's first album is coming out now, so definitely check it out!!
S1E16 - The Midnight Throne (Part One)
Sat, 03 Aug 2019 04:18:59 -0000
200 years ago, the Knight of Eaves took up arms and drove a god from the sun, ending the disastrous Sunlit Century and returning the cycle of day and night. Peace did not follow quickly, but was strenuously rebuilt under their rule from the newfound Midnight Throne. Now they are gone, leaving only an egg as a potential successor. The other powers see this weakness, and they know that they must strike soon to claim the Throne for themselves. The Duchess of Nightmares schemes for it, the Cursed Sword raise their armies, the Tigers skulk and prowl at the edges. The hard-fought peacetime is at last coming to an end.
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3d) and also features the voices of Sasha (@sasha_reneau), Kai (@alpha3nine), and Evan (@fightsbigrobots). If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at anatlasunknown@gmail.com or tweet at us at twitter.com/atlas_unknown
The King is Dead is a game by Meguey and Vincent Baker. You can buy it yourself at lumpley.itch.io/the-king-is-dead.
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at stridermusic.bandcamp.com. Strider's first album is coming out now, so definitely check it out!!
S1E17 - The Midnight Throne (Part Two)
Sun, 01 Sep 2019 23:27:20 -0000
Brought together by a wedding, Kels, Ronald, Ausrine, and Quartz find old friendships tested, new rivalries built, and audacious claims made. The atmosphere of peace continues its disintegration, but towards what sort of conflict?
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3d) and also features the voices of Sasha (@sashareneau), Kai (@alpha3nine), and Evan (@fightsbigrobots). If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at anatlasunknown@gmail.com or tweet at us at twitter.com/atlasunknown
The King is Dead is a game by Meguey and Vincent Baker. You can buy it yourself at lumpley.itch.io/the-king-is-dead.
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at stridermusic.bandcamp.com. Strider's first album is out now, so definitely check it out!
Tue, 03 Sep 2019 23:02:39 -0000
Thousands of years ago, when the gods still walked the World Unknown freely, a bird named Vayu came to be. They lived a life of adventure and heroism, founded the city of Aldovia and became the most famous bird in perhaps all of history. This is not her story; this is the story of how she came to be.
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3d) and also features the voices of Haley and Dane. If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at anatlasunknown@gmail.com or tweet at us at twitter.com/atlas_unknown
Union is a game by Ben Robbins. You can buy it yourself at http://www.lamemage.com/union/.
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at stridermusic.bandcamp.com. Strider's first album is out now, so definitely check it out!
S1E19 - The Midnight Throne (Part Three)
Sat, 14 Sep 2019 19:58:42 -0000
Sabres have been rattled, bold and heretical claims have been made, and all the great houses of Banteave are readying to claim the throne. The Duchess of Nightmares raids in the north, while the Cursed Sword squabble over leadership and grudges. The Midnight Throne itself aims to find the allegiance of the Tigers of Antyre, who themselves seem almost bemused by the power struggle. All this jockeying will come to a head soon enough. The question is, what will be the spark that sends them hurdling towards war?
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3_d) and also features the voices of Sasha (@sasha_reneau), Kai (@alpha3nine), and Evan (@fightsbigrobots). If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at anatlasunknown@gmail.com or tweet at us at twitter.com/atlas_unknown
The King is Dead is a game by Meguey and Vincent Baker. You can buy it yourself at lumpley.itch.io/the-king-is-dead.
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at stridermusic.bandcamp.com.
S1E20 - The Midnight Throne (Part Four)
Mon, 04 Nov 2019 05:27:37 -0000
War has come to Banteave. The Cursed Sword and the Midnight Throne lash out with trained soldiers, as well as less conventional weapons. The Duchess and the Tigers of Antyre watch anxiously from the sidelines, full aware that risking intervention could be the deciding factor of the conflict. The day of coronation approaches, yet who will hold the crown is still far from clear.
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3_d) and also features the voices of Sasha (@sasha_reneau), Kai (@alpha3nine), and Evan (@fightsbigrobots). If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at anatlasunknown@gmail.com or tweet at us at twitter.com/atlas_unknown
The King is Dead is a game by Meguey and Vincent Baker. You can buy it yourself at lumpley.itch.io/the-king-is-dead.
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at stridermusic.bandcamp.com.
S1E21 - The Midnight Throne (Part Five)
Sat, 09 Nov 2019 23:37:43 -0000
The shattered pieces of Banteave are brought together for a coronation. On whose head will the new crown lie? And whose blood will anoint their rule?
Today's episode is hosted by Paul (@pauly3_d) and also features the voices of Sasha (@sasha_reneau), Kai (@alpha3nine), and Evan (@fightsbigrobots). If you have any questions or feedback, shoot us an email at anatlasunknown@gmail.com or tweet at us at twitter.com/atlas_unknown
The King is Dead is a game by Meguey and Vincent Baker. You can buy it yourself at lumpley.itch.io/the-king-is-dead.
Our theme song is "The Shape of Things" by Evan Swamy. You can find more of his music at stridermusic.bandcamp.com.
Addition music: "Minima" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)