Distracted by Side Quests
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Creator: Phil Olson
Fantasy Full cast Longform Audio RPG
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A group of video gamers throw down their controllers and pick up dice for the first time to play Dungeons & Dragons. What could possibly go wrong? Distracted by Side Quests is an actual play D&D podcast. We've been playing video games for many years and only recently 'discovered' Dungeons and Dragons. Spread across 3 timezones, we're loving the drama, laughs and shocks as we play this fantastic game. Join Phil the Dungeon Master as he guides our intrepid party - Tralen (played by Greg), a snooty Elf Wizard; Kim (played by Kim), a hapless Halfling Rogue; Hector (played by Jason), an overly enthusiastic Barbarian; Jatic (played by Mark) a grumpy Dwarf Fighter (played by Mark); and Paarthurnax (played by Rich), a Dragonborn Paladin whose name nobody can pronounce. Visit us at https://distractedbysidequests.com or follow us on Twitter @distracteddnd
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RPG system: Dungeons & Dragons
Continuity: Longform
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Genres: Fantasy
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Episodes:
'Sticks and stones will break my bones' E37
Tue, 15 Feb 2022 15:29:00 +0000
The Misfits find themselves in the depths of Thundertree, looking for lost treasure. But the Ash Zombies are the least of their worries.
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
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Tue, 01 Feb 2022 15:12:00 +0000
The Misfits head back to Phandelin to pickup their reward. It isn't long before they find themselves in trouble, once again.
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
Tue, 11 Jan 2022 16:52:00 +0000
Quick update on the change of name for the OCD&D Podcast
Hi, Phil here, your DM. I just wanted to give you an update on a big change to the show that will be taking place over the coming weeks.
It's become apparent that back in 2109, what started out as an innocent play on our 'Overseas Connection' podcast heritage, the title OCD&D turned out to be a bad choice.
None of us on the show have OCD (to any large extent) and furthermore we don't represent the Obsessive Compulsive Disorder community.
Recently I have been contacted by a number of OCD sufferers looking for clarity and advice, especially around Dungeons & Dragons and OCD representation.
Following some basic research, I discovered that, despite often ridiculed, Obessive Compulsive Disorder is a recognised disability. I apologise for any confusion, it was never malicious.
Drawing a line under that, I am taking the opportunity to rebrand and refresh the show.
The show will be renamed in the next few days, with all episodes re-edited to reflect the change. However, the current feed will be updated which means that your subscription will stay valid and you won't have to do anything.
It's an exciting time after a crappy couple of years, and we're hoping to bring some refreshed energy to our story
I hope you'll continue to share in the Misfits journey, as Tralen, Kim, Hector, Jatic and maybe even Paarthurnax continue to try not to die!
So, expect a new episode in your feed soon, of the newly titled Distracted by side quests
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
Join the discussion on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/distractedbysidequests
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'I'll just push it in slightly....' E35
Thu, 05 Aug 2021 13:26:00 +0000
The Misfits discover a mysterious wizard. Who is he? Why is he here? Where are the hostages? And more importantly, why isn't he intimidated?
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
'Like a bad Pirates of the Caribbean' E34
Tue, 06 Apr 2021 15:06:00 +0000
The Redbrand hideout is proving a challenge to the Misfits, where feats of strength are failed and a wet, oddly quiet, Dwarf swings true with his morning star. Will they find the hostages?
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
Tue, 16 Mar 2021 14:25:00 +0000
Still working their way through the Redbrand hideout, The Misfits do not appear to have stealth high on their priority list, and Jatic decides to go for a little swim.
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
'Let's Open All of the Doors' E32
Mon, 23 Nov 2020 14:00:00 +0000
After defeating the mysterious Nothic, the party continue to explore the hideout in their standard bloody and noisy fashion.
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, a sweary Dragonborn Paladin and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
'An Eye Popping Experience' E31
Tue, 17 Nov 2020 16:15:00 +0000
The party find their way down a secret passage and into the Redbrand headquarters under Tresander Manor. What foes await them?
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, a sweary Dragonborn Paladin and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
Tue, 10 Nov 2020 15:38:00 +0000
Jatic rejoins the party after an excessively long sleep, just in time for them to take on the Redbrands outside the Sleeping Giant.
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, a sweary Dragonborn Paladin and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
'Someone needs a good wash' E29
Mon, 02 Nov 2020 14:00:00 +0000
Having defeated the Orcs at Wyvern Tor, the trio of Tralen, Hector and Kim head back to Phandelin to claim their reward, and maybe have a wash.
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, a sweary Dragonborn Paladin and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
'Hector's Orc Outreach Program' E28
Mon, 26 Oct 2020 14:00:00 +0000
Following the defeat of Bughor and Fred the Ogre, Hector reaches out to help a misguided Orc.
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, a sweary Dragonborn Paladin and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
Mon, 19 Oct 2020 14:00:00 +0000
Tralen, Kim and Hector head out to Wyvern Tor to investigate an Orc problem.
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, a sweary Dragonborn Paladin and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
Mon, 05 Oct 2020 14:00:00 +0000
Tralen, Hector and Kim battle a mad Mage and his zombie entourage. Did anyone bring ketchup?
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, a sweary Dragonborn Paladin and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
'Oddities at Owl Well Tower' E25
Thu, 01 Oct 2020 10:57:00 +0000
Tralen, Hector and Kim head to the Owl Well Tower to investigate the strange goings-on, and discover a nasty smell.
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, a sweary Dragonborn Paladin and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
Mon, 21 Sep 2020 15:27:00 +0000
Kim finally catches up with Tralen and Hector as they enjoy some breakfast in Stonehill Inn. However, some local ruffians have other plans.
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, a sweary Dragonborn Paladin and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
'Distracted by sidequests' E23
Mon, 14 Sep 2020 14:00:00 +0000
Tralen and Hector chat to more of the locals and get distracted from the mission by the numerous sidequests on offer.
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, a sweary Dragonborn Paladin and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
Mon, 07 Sep 2020 14:00:00 +0000
Tralen and Hector form an advance party and head into the town of Phandelin for some reconnaissance, and some food...
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, a sweary Dragonborn Paladin and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
'Igor's Challenge' A One-Shot Special: Part 3 E21
Mon, 31 Aug 2020 14:00:00 +0000
In the third and final part of this One-Shot special, Igor, the renowned engineer, is hosting his last annual Dungeon Challenge, where a prize can be won 'greater than your wildest dreams'.
Murphy and Raygar, strangers until this point, team up together to take on the challenge and hopefully win.
'Igor's Challenge' A One-Shot Special: Part 2 E20
Mon, 24 Aug 2020 14:00:00 +0000
In part 2 of this One-Shot special, Igor, the renowned engineer, is hosting his last annual Dungeon Challenge, where a prize can be won 'greater than your wildest dreams'.
Murphy and Raygar, strangers until this point, team up together to take on the challenge and hopefully win.
'Igor's Challenge' A One-Shot Special: Part 1 E19
Mon, 17 Aug 2020 14:00:00 +0000
In this One-Shot special, Igor, the renowned engineer, is hosting his last annual Dungeon Challenge, where a prize can be won 'greater than your wildest dreams'.
Murphy and Raygar, strangers until this point, team up together to take on the challenge and hopefully win.
Mon, 10 Aug 2020 14:00:00 +0000
The Misfits reach the climatic end of the crypt mystery. Death saves anyone?
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, a sweary Dragonborn Paladin and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
Mon, 03 Aug 2020 14:09:00 +0000
The Misfits encounter the Wraith once more, are they closer to solving the mystery?
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, a sweary Dragonborn Paladin and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
Mon, 27 Jul 2020 13:07:00 +0000
Despite Hector's vomit, the party continue into the crypt of two princesses.
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue, a sweary Dragonborn Paladin and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
Mon, 27 Jul 2020 11:43:00 +0000
The party are STILL battling ghouls, ghasts and zombies, but they have been rejoined by an old friend!
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
'Like a typical Saturday night' E14
Fri, 18 Oct 2019 08:51:00 +0000
The promise of gold is too much of a temptation for the Misfits and we re-join them in the castle crypts as they continue their investigations. After being warned off by a banshee, they've stumbled into a group of skeletons and zombies.
A simple battle you'd think? Not where our adventurers are concerned!
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and an overly-enthusiastic Barbarian Beserker) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
Mon, 07 Oct 2019 11:09:00 +0000
After defeating the Goblins and their leader in Cragmaw Hideout, The Misfits rescue Sildar and head to the nearest village for supplies and healing before they can continue the search for Jatic's cousin. On the way they meet a mysterious character who offers to join them in their adventures. Who is he? Why is he so overly friendly? And what terrors await the party this time?
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid team (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
Fri, 27 Sep 2019 11:57:00 +0000
The furious battle continues as the Goblins horde fight to protect their hostage. Can the Misfits prevail?
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid party (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
'Goblins, Goblins, everywhere' E11
Fri, 20 Sep 2019 15:48:00 +0000
After barely escaping with their lives, the Misfits re-enter the cave to rescue Sildar. However, after the last incursion, the Goblins are expecting them.
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid party (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
Fri, 13 Sep 2019 15:53:00 +0000
As The Misfits take on Klarg, leader of the Goblins, and his minions, they start to ask themselves whether they've bitten off more than they can chew. Is this the end?
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid party (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
Fri, 06 Sep 2019 15:07:00 +0000
Tralen, Kim and Jatic enter the cave to rescue Gundren, what will they find?
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid party (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
Wed, 08 May 2019 15:22:00 +0000
In search of the captured Gundren and Sildar, and after 'gathering' intel on the Goblin hideout, the Misfits make their way through the undergrowth cave entrance. Has anyone detected them?
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid party (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:03:00 +0000
After being hired by Jatic's cousin to escort a cart of mining goods to Phandalin, a village located SouthWest of Neverwinter, we join the Misfits as they drive their oxen along the Triboar Trail.
Will it be a 'simple' escort mission? Or a deadly encounter? And who will be sleeping on the job?
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid party (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
The Sickness (Part 2): 'Food and Whatnot' E06
Wed, 27 Mar 2019 14:56:00 +0000
The Misfits (minus Tralen) continue their quest to solve the mystery illness at the village of Snaptooth.
The clues have led them to the derelict sewers, with traps and goblins having already taken their toll on Jatic, Kim and Paarthurnax, but what further horrors will the Misfits find and will they ever see the light of day again?!?
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid party (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin) as they attempt to make it through a day without getting killed.
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The Sickness (Part 1): 'Pocket Fumbling' E05
Tue, 05 Mar 2019 14:54:00 +0000
The Misfits level up for the first time and with Tralen off on 'Studying' duties, Kim and Jatic go to help Paarthurnax solve the mystery illness at the village of Snaptooth.
All clues point to the derelict sewers, but what horrors will the Misfits find and will they ever see the light of day again?!?
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid party (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin who is MIA) as they attempt to enter The Master's Vault.
Fri, 22 Feb 2019 16:12:00 +0000
Following a night's rest at The Rowdy Room, the party discover that Paarthurnax has had to leave during the night to investigate a great sickness that has overcome his village. The 3 remaining adventurers (Tralen, Kim, Jatic) head for the Dolor Forest to find the last 3 tiles.
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid party (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin who is MIA) as they attempt to enter The Master's Vault.
Please note: there were some sound issues with Phil's mic during this recording. Apologies for that, but it shouldn't detract too much from your enjoyment!!
Fri, 22 Feb 2019 16:08:00 +0000
The party arrive at the Staircase Cliffs, a 75 ft sheer climb to the yurt of Alcaeus Scaevola, who holds the first 3 magical tiles needed to gain access to The Master's Vault.
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid party (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin whose name nobody can pronounce) as they attempt to collect the 9 magical tiles.
Fri, 22 Feb 2019 16:04:00 +0000
The party meet up after a year apart and, after a rallying speech from Tralen, they head into Parabor to attend Elaria's funeral.
Join Phil the DM as he guides our intrepid party (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin whose name nobody can pronounce) through the town of Parabor. What is in Elaria's last Will and Testament? What bargains will the party discover in the local shops?
Fri, 22 Feb 2019 15:54:00 +0000
In this, the pilot episode of Distracted by Side Quests, 5 video gamers throw down their controllers and pick up dice for the first time to play D&D 5E. What could possibly go wrong?
Join Phil the DM as he takes our intrepid party (a grumpy Dwarf Fighter, a snooty Elf Wizard, a hapless Halfling Rogue and a Dragonborn Paladin whose name nobody can pronounce) through their last training session before becoming fully fledged adventurers, and entering The Master's Vault.
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