Roll for Distraction: A Very Easily Derailed TTRPG Podcast
74 episodes
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Creator: Spellbook Gaming
Full cast Fantasy Longform Audio RPG
Synopsis:
A TTRPG actual play podcast where six friends just try to focus as best they can to get stuff done, defeat monsters, tell dumb jokes, and occasionally break into song. Come for the adventure, stay for the jokes. Time to join the adventure and get a little distracted along the way. The current season is a game of Mothership. https://linktr.ee/SpellbookGaming
Format: Audio RPG
Continuity: Longform
Writing: Improvised
Voices: Full cast
Genres: Fantasy
Completion status: Partial
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Episodes:
Episode 1 | Dead Men Sing No Songs
Fri, 01 Apr 2022 10:50:24 -0400
The first episode of Roll For Distraction! On this episode you'll meet the party, and then we visit our local library, and learn a fun new song.
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Fri, 15 Apr 2022 10:50:35 -0400
On this episode we try to figure out the rest of Shemshime's Bedtime Rhyme, get scared of our shadows, and learn just how useful a boat be can indoors.
Episode 3 | Mirror Mirror, On The Book
Fri, 29 Apr 2022 10:50:16 -0400
On this episode we enjoy some free time, take a dip in a totally-not-cursed pool, and head down to the bar.
Episode 4 | Everyone (Almost) Dies
Fri, 13 May 2022 10:50:10 -0400
On this episode we... well we almost die.
Episode 5 | One Hag, Two Hag, Green Hag, Dead Hag
Fri, 27 May 2022 10:50:32 -0400
On this episode we call our old level 14 characters to help us with a level 5 quest, because we're that bad at the game.
Episode 6 | Making Bets with a Lich in the Upside-Down
Fri, 10 Jun 2022 11:00:00 -0400
On this episode we find some creative uses for rope, learn how paintings work, and enjoy a fun little game of chance in the shadowfell.
Episode 7 | WE FOUND THE EYE OF VENCA HELP
Fri, 24 Jun 2022 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we sit down for a chat with some old friends, take a lovely stroll through the local forest, and find the eYE OF FREAKING VECNA!
The recap video Alex mentioned is up on YouTube now!
Episode 8 | Put that thing back where it came from or so help me
Fri, 08 Jul 2022 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we talk to our old pals again, go stargazing in a lovely courtyard, and learn a thing or two about furniture arrangements...
Episode 9 | Did somebody say BOOM?
Fri, 22 Jul 2022 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we continue exploring the space jail, find some pretty sweet loot, and see just how many d6s we can roll at the same time...
Episode 10 | DFC (Demonic Fried Chicken)
Fri, 05 Aug 2022 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we descend deeper into space jail, meet some surprisingly friendly beholders, and learn how much chicken is too much chicken...
Episode 11 | I SUMMON A FUSION MONSTER!
Fri, 19 Aug 2022 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we finally reach the bottom of the space jail, go for a lovely little swim, and play a fun game of "count the tentacles"...
Episode 12 | The Terrible Tale of Pistachio Disguisey
Fri, 02 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we leave the space jail, get a rather unwelcome blast from the past, and go to heck...
Episode 13 | Making Deals in the Wandering Emporium
Fri, 16 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we go shopping with salamanders, the bard get a fresh haircut, and we make a totally legitimate deal...
Episode 14 | Harassed by Horrible Harpoons in Hell
Fri, 30 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we fight bad guys. Literally for the whole episode. It's awesome.
Episode 15 | Candlekeep Sweet Candlekeep
Fri, 14 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we take some time to recover from a stressful few days, interrogate a turtle, and enjoy our first stretch of downtime in Candlekeep in a long while.
Episode 16 | Thank You For Flying With Goblin Airlines
Fri, 28 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we make a new friend, enjoy the exciting new concept of air travel, and go to some not-at-all terribly named woods...
Episode 17 | How do you pronounce Giff?
Fri, 11 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we fight off some mercenaries, discover a new species of hippo people, and meet a goblin named Coyote, for some reason...
Episode 18 | Five Golden Rings
Fri, 25 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we receive some mysterious gifts, run some errands around town, and then s#!& gets really real all of a sudden...
Episode 19 | The Mozzarella Sticks Episode
Fri, 09 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we listen in on a secret conversation, explore the legality of buying fried cheese while under military occupation, and discuss an upcoming auction...
Episode 20 | Gotta Get ’Em All
Fri, 23 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we have some fun with teleportation, the warlock plays a silly little game of dress-up, and we gather up some beasties for a rainy day...
Episode 21 | Mommy? Sorry. Mommy? Sorry.
Fri, 06 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we travel to the distant land of Chult, have dinner with an eclectic group of people, and finalize our preparations for the auction of the eye of Vecna...
Episode 22 | How Much Gold For The Eye of Vecna?
Fri, 20 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode it finally happens: we attend the auction for the Eye of Vecna at the Wandering Emporium in Avernus...
Episode 23 | Somebody is Definitely Gonna Die
Fri, 03 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode... everything goes wrong...
Obviously this episode was recorded and edited well before WotC/Hasbro’s recent decision to backtrack. Nonetheless, we will stand by our plan to explore different systems. While we are much more optimistic about the prospect of returning to D&D than we were previously, we still wish to explore a variety of TTRPGs, and don’t want to put all of our eggs in one basket.
Fri, 17 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we finish making a season of an actual play podcast. That's pretty nuts, right?
Obviously this episode was recorded and edited well before WotC/Hasbro’s recent decision to backtrack. Nonetheless, we will stand by our plan to explore different systems. While we are much more optimistic about the prospect of returning to D&D than we were previously, we still wish to explore a variety of TTRPGs, and don’t want to put all of our eggs in one basket.
C2E1 | Cyberpunk RED | Come Together
Fri, 03 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we start playing a whole new TTRPG! Join us as we explore Night City and follow the Blackburn family as they plot to take what they're owed.
C2E2 | Cyberpunk RED | Dirty Little Secret
Sat, 18 Mar 2023 09:28:30 -0400
On this episode we go to the Afterlife bar, meet a Night City legend and a popstar, and prepare to take on our first big mercenary gig...
C2E3 | Cyberpunk RED | Electric Eye
Fri, 31 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we spend some planning our first big gig, become very familiar with a dark alley, and seek out some questionable data...
C2E4 | Cyberpunk RED | Man In The Box
Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we meet up with Rogue again, debate the best way to hop over a wall for a looong time, and attempt a daring rescue mission...
C2E5 | Cyberpunk RED | Wish You Were Here
Fri, 28 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we come to grips with some bad news, take a crash course in coding, and run an errand for a "professor"...
C2E6 | Cyberpunk RED | Life In The Fast Lane
Fri, 12 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we drive cars super fast and it's super cool. [Vin Diesel voice]: "Family."
C2E7 | Cyberpunk RED | Just What I Needed
Fri, 26 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we have a serious meeting with a serious lady, plan a a future mission, and go shopping...
C2E8 | Cyberpunk RED | Sabotage
Fri, 09 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0400
I can't stand it, I know you planned it I'm gonna set it straight, this Watergate I can't stand rocking when I'm in here 'Cause your crystal ball ain't so crystal clear So while you sit back and wonder why I got this f*****g thorn in my side Oh my God, it's a mirage I'm tellin' y'all, it's a sabotage
C2E9 | Cyberpunk RED | See You Again
Fri, 23 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode, we finish making the second season of a podcast...
C3E1 | LANCER | Distress Signal
Fri, 07 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we start playing a whole new TTRPG! Join us as we embark on our first mission in LANCER and follow the daring exploits of Hunter Squadron on the mysterious planet of Ceriphia.
Fri, 21 Jul 2023 16:52:37 -0400
On this episode we battle some stinky robots, explore an abandoned spaceport, and do some SCIENCE!
Fri, 04 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we speak with a survivor from the science team, go for a lovely walk in the woods, and finally get to talk to our buddies...
Fri, 18 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we shoot at aliens, we get shot at by aliens, and we run away from aliens...
Fri, 01 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we finally make it to the settlement, play some games with the locals, and figure out our battle plans...
C3E6 | LANCER | Partner Exercises
Fri, 15 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we set out into the woods again, get into another fight, and continue the search for our boss...
Fri, 29 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we check out that impact crater, go on a bad trip, and try to make friends with artificial intelligence...
C3E8 | LANCER | The Triangle Hole
Fri, 13 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we investigate a crash site, explore some alien ruins, and prepare to go into battle once more...
Fri, 27 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we fight off some more bad robots, process last episode's big reveal, and discuss clandestine passageways through large rock formations...
Fri, 10 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we talk on the radio, regroup with our friends from space, and prepare for what might be our final mission...
C3E11 | LANCER | ...And Go Home?
Fri, 24 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we take a ride on the subway, explore an alien factory, and make a very loud noise...
C4E1 | Monster Of The Week | Getting Schooled
Fri, 08 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we start playing a whole new TTRPG! Join us as we embark on our first monster hunt in Monster of the Week and follow the spooky adventures of the class as they follow the trail of a famous cryptid!
C4E2 | Monster Of The Week | Sticky Situation
Fri, 22 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we try poking around the woods again, make questionable choices in the science lab, and learn more about our local history...
C4E3 | Monster Of The Week | Who’s That Cryptid?
Fri, 05 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we stop for some snacks, visit a unique memorial in the pine barrens, and begin to question reality...
C4E4 | Monster Of The Week | The Magician
Fri, 19 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we order some pizza, play a fun little card game, and contemplate time...
C4E5 | Monster Of The Week | Following The Leeds
Fri, 02 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we drive down the shore, explore a haunted house, and talk to a reeeeeaaaaally old lady...
C4E6 | Monster Of The Week | Time is a Fraud
Fri, 16 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we go back to school, spend some time looking over a map, and reunite with an old friend...
C4E7 | Monster Of The Week | Let's Not Go Camping
Fri, 01 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we go have lunch with our best friend, head back into the pine barrens, and decide that camping is just a bad idea...
C4E8 | Monster Of The Week | Secret Tunnel
Fri, 15 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we talk to the local police, try figuring out how floppy disks work, and discover a secret tunnel...
C4E9 | Monster Of The Week | Finale: All's Well That Ends Well
Fri, 29 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we find the end of the secret tunnel, explore an abandoned secret facility, and solve the current mystery...
C5E1 | Salvage Union | Things Are Looking Up
Fri, 12 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400
Check out the first episode of our new Salvage Union live play series! Join us as we embark on our first journey through the wasteland, and follow the epic adventures of our crawler as we seek out a mythical city!
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C5E2 | Salvage Union | Fast Approach
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we try to talk to a robot, have a swordfight with a robot, and question the mysterious origins of - you guessed it - a robot...
C5E3 | Salvage Union | What's in the Box?
Fri, 10 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we head out of the crawler to explore an ice field, meet some nice villagers, and meet some other not-so-nice things...
C5E4 | Salvage Union | The Only Good Bug...
Fri, 24 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we continue on our long walk back to the crawler, follow some mysterious radio signals, and meet new and interesting wildlife...
C5E5 | Salvage Union | We're Nearly There
Fri, 07 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we say hi to an old friend, try to stay warm against the Antarctic weather, and get within striking distance of our goal...
C5E6 | Salvage Union | Several Obstacles
Fri, 21 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we inspect a fence, take notes on the local wildlife, and attempt to communicate with an enemy...
C5E7 | Salvage Union | Didn't See That Coming
Fri, 05 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode... well, you just gotta watch it, you wouldn't believe me...
C5E8 | Salvage Union | Into The Dark
Fri, 19 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we take a long drive down the highway, take the exit after the alien horrors, and our destination is on the left...
C5E9 | Salvage Union | We Go Together
Fri, 02 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we finish playing Salvage Union.
C6E1 | Honor + Intrigue | The Flight From Nassau
Fri, 16 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0400
Check out the first episode of our new Honor + Intrigue live play series! Join us as we embark on our first journey across the Caribbean, and follow the epic adventures of our pirate crew as we seek revenge against the British empire.
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C6E2 | Honor + Intrigue | Finding New Purpose
Fri, 30 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we get into our first boat fight, learn that "port beam" is not a giant laser beam, and figure out our plans for the future... https://www.spellbookgaming.com/
C6E3 | Honor + Intrigue | Florida Men
Fri, 13 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we visit nice sunny Saint Augustine, Florida, ask the locals for some information, and run into some trouble at sea...
C6E4 | Honor + Intrigue | The Man, The Myth, The Legend
Fri, 27 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we take a bath in Bath, have some interesting conversations with an inebriated stranger, and get a chance to meet the big man himself...
C6E5 | Honor + Intrigue | Head Beard In Charge
Fri, 11 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we have a little too much fun at the pirate party, engage in a little bit of espionage, and learn that one of our friends is REALLY good at swimming...
C6E6 | Honor + Intrigue | We've Been Spotted
Fri, 25 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400
On this episode we finally set sail again, Collin decides that it's time to buy some new dice, and we get called into the principal's office...
C6E7 | Honor + Intrigue | A Pirate's Life...
Fri, 08 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we tie up some loose ends, reunite with some old pals, and arrive at an unexpected ending...
C7E1 | Mothership | Employee Orientation
Fri, 22 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0500
Check out the first episode of our new Mothership live play series! Join us as we embark on our first journey through the capitalist-infested stars, and follow the epic adventures of our crew as we struggle against a rebellious AI!
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C7E2 | Mothership | Mass Layoffs
Fri, 06 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we begin exploring the Lethe Research Base, say 'domo arigato' to Mr. Roboto, and take a disturbing peek at what's to come...
C7E3 | Mothership | Machines Making Machines
Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we struggle to relieve some stress, take a tour of a big scary factory, and face our first real challenge...
C7E4 | Mothership | Wrench In The Gears
Fri, 03 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0500
On this episode we lick our wounds, make our way deeper downtown, and stumble into an unfortunate situation...
C7E5 | Mothership | Research & Dismemberment
Fri, 17 Jan 2025 11:30:09 -0500
On this episode we explore many new environments, get a big clue about our goal, and suffer a minor flesh wound...