Mage Hand High Five
49 episodes
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Creator: Mage Hand High Five Productions
Full cast Western Longform Audio RPG
Synopsis:
Your New Third Favorite Actual Play TTRPG Podcast! Campaign One: Join our trio of wild west gunslingers and magical cutthroats as they descend into the dusty, lawless frontier in ”The Badlands.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Format: Audio RPG
RPG system: Dungeons & Dragons
Continuity: Longform
Writing: Improvised
Voices: Full cast
Genres: Western
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Episodes:
The Badlands: Campaign Trailer
Tue, 08 Aug 2023 10:00:04 +0000
Three strangers meet on a train heading out into the desolate wastes. What awaits them in that blighted desert? Find out in The Badlands, a Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition Campaign from your new third-favorite RPG Podcast, Mage Hand High Five!
Mage Hand High Five logo and Badlands logo and cover art by Shane Smith.
Music by Jacob Kerzner.
Sarah McStay as Salome Briar.
Robin Langenhop as Hayden Kincaide.
Max Weinberg as Stuhmp Steenling.
Casey Papas as Dungeon Master.
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The Badlands - Ep. 1: All Aboard
Tue, 15 Aug 2023 07:00:10 +0000
All aboard for The Badlands! Salome Briar makes a quiet exit. Hayden "The Stranger" Kincaide finds a message. Stuhmp Steenling says goodbye. And they all board a train bound for parts unknowable.
DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Sarah McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner.
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith.
"Apothacarist Artificer" subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild.
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The Badlands - Ep. 2: Blood in the Canyon
Tue, 29 Aug 2023 23:39:19 +0000
The crew tracks a trail of blood from the train robbers and their stolen cases of firepowder. Salome learns a lesson. Hayden learns the rules. Stuhmp collects some rocks. Someone wants to open a door.
DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Sarah McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner.
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith.
"Apothacarist Artificer" subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild.
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The Badlands - Ep. 3: A Miner Inconvenience
Tue, 12 Sep 2023 22:12:09 +0000
The crew meets a strange denizen of the mine. Salome stumbles and shoots. Hayden has a difficult relationship with corn. Stuhmp makes a connection... and causes some destruction.
DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Sarah McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner.
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith.
"Apothacarist Artificer" subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild.
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The Badlands - Ep. 4: Chaos and Crackerings
Wed, 27 Sep 2023 00:28:42 +0000
The crew faces enemies on all sides in a crumbling mine. Hayden pursues a bounty. Salome smashes. Stuhmp has a heart-to-heart with a fellow dad.
DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Sarah McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner.
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith.
"Apothecarist Artificer" subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild.
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The Badlands - Ep. 5: The Elven Man of Providence
Wed, 11 Oct 2023 00:03:22 +0000
The crew heads for Providence, where a bustling festival and a dangerous guest of honor await them. Stuhmp sniffs out snake oil. Salome sees a familiar face. Hayden tips their hand and lends a hat.
DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Sarah McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
"Apothecarist Artificer" subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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The Badlands - Ep. 6: Thank You for Your Sacrifice
Tue, 24 Oct 2023 23:14:28 +0000
Our heroes scramble to survive as the Providence Mayhew Festival dissolves into a frenzied mob. Salome does some heavy reading. Stuhmp tries a backflip. Hayden grabs ascot.
DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Sarah McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
"Apothecarist Artificer" subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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Terror at Camp Craven - Part One
Tue, 31 Oct 2023 19:55:12 +0000
A group of teenage troublemakers (including guest player Imani Russell) get more than they bargained for when their summer trip to a religious reform camp takes a turn for the spooky. What lurks in the woods beyond Camp Craven, and who (if anyone) will survive it?
CONTENT WARNING - The following topics arise in this episode:
Substance abuse
Panic attacks
Car crash sound (minor crash)
Endangerment of Minors
Attempted murder
Animal death (brief, not graphic)
CAST
Max Weinberg as CJ McAlister
Sarah McStay as Lane DeMar
Casey Papas as Eddie Hiller
Imani Russell as Zora Lee Copeland
Robin Langenhop as Game Master
“Terror at Camp Craven” logo and cover art by Emily Tworek
“Kids on Bikes” by Hunters Entertainment
Edited by Sarah McStay and Max Weinberg
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MUSIC
Music from Epidemic Sound and Ovani Sound Multiverse of Music
“I Fell too Low” - Off Cuts
“Sunday Desperations” - Off Cuts
“Morning Comes” - Mochas
“Abyss”
“Fog”
“Whisper”
“Deranged”
“Experiments”
“Infection”
“Beauty”
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The Badlands - Ep. 7: Family Business
Wed, 08 Nov 2023 01:23:16 +0000
The crew interrogates Luther as Providence recovers from the evening's bloody festival. Hayden recalls a marriage proposal. Stuhmp takes a leap of faith. Salome comes clean.
DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Sarah McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
"Apothecarist Artificer" subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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Terror at Camp Craven - Part Two
Tue, 14 Nov 2023 16:18:18 +0000
In this exciting conclusion, our troubled teens spend a warm summer evening taking on a supernatural threat within the electrified gates of Camp Craven. Will they survive? Or will they only fuel its hunger?
CONTENT WARNING - The following topics arise in this episode:
Endangerment of minors
Panic attacks
Fire, burning
Stabbing with syringe
Violence with guns, knives, and arrows
Physical assault
Murder
CAST
Max Weinberg as CJ McAlister
Sarah McStay as Lane DeMar
Casey Papas as Eddie Hiller
Imani Russell as Zora Lee Copeland
Robin Langenhop as Game Master
“Terror at Camp Craven” logo and cover art by Emily Tworek
“Kids on Bikes” by Hunters Entertainment
Edited by Sarah McStay and Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Music from Epidemic Sound, and from Ovani Sound Multiverse of Music
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The Badlands - Ep. 8: Ill Portents
Wed, 22 Nov 2023 07:00:29 +0000
Our heroes abscond from Providence and head west with two new acquaintances. Stuhmp puts a special rock to use. Salome receives news from Threed. Hayden has a religious experience.
DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Sarah McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
"Apothecarist Artificer" subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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The Threed Daily Herald Presents: A Call to Arms! (Arc 1 Recap)
Tue, 28 Nov 2023 19:49:59 +0000
Breaking news from Threed! Dear listeners, it is our privilege to bring you the most up-to-date information on current events. Follow along as we ask the hard-hitting questions such as: What really happened on the ill-fated Train 456? What caused the mass hysteria that consumed the towns of Ford Falls and Providence? And where can you safely buy arms and ammunition at an affordable cost? The answers to these questions and more will be presented in our latest news bulletin. Expert reporting by Rod Derring, the most trusted name in news.
This program sponsored by the Jameson Co. Dependable. The Way Family Should Be.
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The Badlands - Ep 9: Stranger Danger
Wed, 06 Dec 2023 00:59:54 +0000
Our little murderers head for Twin River in a race to find Dr. Bancroft before Jameson. Hayden reaches out to Winona. Salome kindles an unlikely friendship. Stuhmp has a big day.
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Rowan McStay
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
"Apothecarist Artificer" subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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The Badlands - Ep. 10: Woman of Science, Woman of Faith
Wed, 20 Dec 2023 06:58:41 +0000
Hayden and Salome set out to rescue Stuhmp from the two most dangerous people in Twin River (but not before doing a little shopping). Hayden finds a big coat and a little bun. Salome tries out a new ability. Stuhmp comes face to face with Courtois.
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Sarah McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Sarah McStay
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
"Apothecarist Artificer" subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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Mage Hand Down Low: The Badlands Ep. 1 - All Aboard (A Patreon Preview)
Tue, 02 Jan 2024 13:00:00 +0000
Introducing Mage Hand Down Low, our Patreon-exclusive talkback show where we discuss episodes of Mage Hand High Five, from highs to lows and everything in between! Catch this sneak peek on the main feed as we discuss Ep. 1: All Aboard and unpack the world and characters of The Badlands.
For Mage Hand Down Low and more patron-only bonuses, join us on Patreon for $5 a month! In addition to helping us bring you more of your third-favorite actual play podcast, Patrons will receive:
- Down Lows for new episodes of MHH5
- Patron-only Discord channels and polls
- Early merch access
- Themed Spotify Playlists
- Suggest intro superlatives
- End-of-Episode Shoutouts
- More bonus content TBD!
- FIRST 25 PATRONS will receive a handwritten postcard
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The Badlands - Ep. 11: Cat Fight
Wed, 17 Jan 2024 02:55:50 +0000
The crew fights to survive an ambush while rubbing elbows with the who's who of Badlands academia. Stuhmp mentors a gaggle of grad students. Salome confronts a familiar specter. Hayden makes an unexpected connection.
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Rowan McStay
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
"Apothecarist Artificer" subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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The Badlands - Ep 12: Wet Rat Rendezvous
Wed, 31 Jan 2024 01:21:02 +0000
Separated after the ambush in Twin River, our heroes search for each other while learning more about Courtois. Hayden befriends a critter. Salome receives an unsettling response from her aunts. Stuhmp wears a hat on a hat. Also, it's Thursday.
CW: Gunshot sound
Stick around after the episode for more info about an exciting new Kickstarter by our friends at Twice Rolled Tales!
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Sarah McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Sarah McStay
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
"Apothecarist Artificer" subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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The Badlands - Ep 13: Out With the Trash
Tue, 13 Feb 2024 23:15:35 +0000
After witnessing an assassination attempt, the crew rushes to the Sink to save Charlie and prevent a religious revival in Twin River. Stuhmp starts a trash fire. Salome tries out a trick shot. Hayden unmasks a familiar foe.
Come back next week for Welcome to the Silly Goose Convention, and support Guest GM Elliot Davis on Kickstarter!
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Rowan McStay
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
"Apothecarist Artificer" subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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Welcome to the Silly Goose Convention
Wed, 21 Feb 2024 06:12:24 +0000
Disaster has struck at the Silly Goose Convention! Join the crew as special guest GM and TTRPG creator Elliot Davis guides us through his brand new game, Welcome to the Silly Goose Convention. Milk will spill and feathers will fly as our trio of chaotic geese attempt to save the Silly Goose Convention from all things Boring and Serious.
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GM: Elliot Davis
T.K. Gander: Casey Papas
Dame Deliah Downeybottom: Robin Langenhop
Brian Gosling: Rowan McStay
Music by Arthur Benson, courtesy of Epidemic Sound
Edited by Max Weinberg and Rowan McStay
Mage Hand High Five logo by Shane Smith
Cover art by Robin Langenhop and Elliot Davis
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The Badlands - Ep 14: A Murderer, a Thief, and a Monster
Wed, 28 Feb 2024 04:54:54 +0000
As Hayden scrambles to save the assassin they once called a friend, Charlie awaits an uncertain fate in the hands of Courtois. Salome seeks vengeance. Stuhmp can't trust a toot. Hayden reveals their true face.
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Rowan McStay
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
"Apothecarist Artificer" subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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The Badlands - Ep 15: Hell and High Water
Wed, 13 Mar 2024 03:45:32 +0000
Trapped in a rapidly flooding dungeon, our heroes fight to keep their heads above water. Stuhmp uncovers a deadly secret. Salome seeks an ally in LaMarche. Hayden lets their hair down.
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Rowan McStay
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
"Apothecarist Artificer" subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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The Badlands - Ep 16: Tales of Twin River
Wed, 27 Mar 2024 23:00:27 +0000
Our heroes enjoy a night out on the town searching for adventure — and answers. Hayden hunts a hat. Salome has a date with death. Stuhmp liberates a special rock.
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Twitter: (@MonsterPlaybook) https://twitter.com/MonsterPlaybook
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Rowan McStay
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
"Apothecarist Artificer" subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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Talking Terminus: An Interview with Game Designer Evan Noone
Tue, 09 Apr 2024 20:39:10 +0000
Max and Casey sit down with game designer Evan Noone of Imp Games to chat about writing western-themed RPG adventures, exploring new genres in 5E, and the process of building new mechanics. Plus, Evan gives us a sneak preview of his new western fantasy adventure, Twice Dead in Terminus.
Ready to run your own western-themed adventure? Mage Hand High Five listeners will get 20% off Twice Dead in Terminus and the Holy Book of Armaments at the links below:
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Edited by Max Weinberg and Rowan McStay
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
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The Threed Daily Herald Presents: Terror in Twin River! (Arc 2 Recap)
Thu, 18 Apr 2024 03:16:44 +0000
Breaking News From Threed! Dear listeners, we continue now our mission in bringing you the latest on global events. We will examine such important news stories as: What caused the Great Twin River Auditorium Fire? Who attacked our good Grand Inquisitor on Thursday night? And where can you find a sense of spiritual purpose and fulfillment in today's fallen world? Listen along as we seek the truth behind these questions and more. Expert reporting by Rod Derring, the most trusted name in news.
This broadcast sponsored by the Jameson Co. — Jameson: Dependable, the way family should be.
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The Badlands - Ep. 17: Storms a-Brewin’
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 03:45:56 +0000
Leaving the safety of Twin River in the dust, our outlaws venture into Blackthorn Bog in search of the missing Briar sisters. Salome nurses an existential hangover. Hayden smuggles jewelry. Stuhmp leaves a mess in the kitchen.
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Rowan McStay
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
"Apothecarist Artificer" subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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The Badlands - Ep. 18: The Late Early Porterfield
Wed, 08 May 2024 02:08:09 +0000
Locked in a tavern with three strangers and a body, our heroes race to identify the murderer among them before it's too late. Salome ignites a dangerous flame. Hayden ventures into the storm. Stuhmp is a wet, scared little man.
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Rowan McStay
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
"Apothecarist Artificer" subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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The Badlands - Ep 19: The Beast of Blackthorn Bog
Wed, 22 May 2024 03:10:12 +0000
Our heroes uncover the true identity of Early’s murderer and face off with the Beast of Blackthorn Bog. Hayden reaches the end of their rope. Salome gives heart and soul. Stuhmp bears the weight of his past.
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Rowan McStay & Casey Papas
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
Apothecarist Artificer subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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The Badlands - Ep. 20: Down Came the Rain
Thu, 06 Jun 2024 03:50:25 +0000
After barely surviving a scrape with the Beast of Blackthorn Bog, our heroes come to terms with the fact that the beast may have been the first of many. Hayden’s luck runs out. Stuhmp meets a venomous match. Salome has a thorny homecoming.
CW: Arachnophobia, gunshot
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Rowan McStay
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
Apothecarist Artificer subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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The Not-So-Great Lands: A Tabletop Gone Mad Adventure
Wed, 19 Jun 2024 03:58:19 +0000
(Exclamation)! We're (adjective) to announce this very special crossover (noun) with friends of the pod Twice Rolled Tales! In this (noun), guest GM Linnie Schell guides us into a parallel version of the Badlands with their no-prep fill-in-the-blank TTRPG, Table Top Gone Mad!
Want to venture into the Not-So-Great Lands yourself? Check out Twice Rolled Tales and Tabletop Gone Mad!
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GM: Linnie Schell
Players:
Casey Papas
Rowan McStay
Max Weinberg
Robin Langenhop
Music by Mike Franklyn via Epidemic Sound
Edited by the MHH5 Team
Cover Art by Uri B @goblinncomic
Mage Hand High Five logo by Shane Smith
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The Badlands - Ep. 21: Of Monsters and Men
Thu, 04 Jul 2024 03:59:55 +0000
The crew descends into an abandoned Blackthorn Refinery in search of the missing Briar Sisters. Salome recalls her falling-out with Lilah. Hayden receives a lucrative offer. Stuhmp unveils his rancid lunch.
CW: Body horror, gunshots
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Rowan McStay
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
Apothecarist Artificer subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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The Badlands - Ep. 22: Ironwood
Thu, 18 Jul 2024 03:27:13 +0000
Plummeting down an elevator shaft, our heroes try to land on their feet and continue their search of the refinery. Hayden makes use of their muffin collection. Stuhmp is the drill daddy. Salome learns the fate of her family.
CW: Body horror, gore, gunshots.
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Rowan McStay
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
Apothecarist Artificer subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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The Badlands - Ep. 23: Survivor Songs
Thu, 01 Aug 2024 03:10:55 +0000
Our trio convenes with the survivors of Blackthorn Hollow and discovers the source of the shamblers. Salome reconnects with her aunts. Stuhmp is a whiz with a washboard. Hayden receives a clue about their birth family.
CW: Body horror, gore
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Rowan McStay
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
Apothecarist Artificer subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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The Badlands - Ep. 24: Off the Rails
Thu, 15 Aug 2024 06:35:40 +0000
Hoping to rescue Moribund’s hostages, our heroes give chase through the depths of the refinery. Stuhmp adds to his baggie collection. Salome loses her composure. Hayden puts Maggie on edge.
This episode proudly sponsored by Jameson Manufacturing. Jameson: Dependable, the way family should be.
CW: gunshots, body horror, corpses
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Rowan McStay & Robin Langenhop
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
Apothecarist Artificer subclass by Ned Turner at DM's Guild
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The Badlands - Ep. 25: Till Death Do Us Part
Thu, 29 Aug 2024 03:52:00 +0000
Our heroes find themselves face to face with the creator of the shamblers, ready to fight for the fate of Blackthorn Hollow. Stuhmp brings the room to a standstill. Hayden gets their hands dirty. Salome is called to the Riverbank.
CW: gunshots, body horror, corpses
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Additional Music: Banjo Fever by Alexander Nakarada (www.creatorchords.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License
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Edited by Rowan McStay
Mage Hand High Five and Badlands logos by Shane Smith
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The Badlands - Ep. 26: Rockland Rumble
Thu, 12 Sep 2024 03:58:13 +0000
Split between two planes of existence, our heroes resolve a ruthless battle for the souls of Blackthorn Hollow. Hayden bites off more than they can chew. Salome meets the Riverbank vultures up-close. Stuhmp gets an offer he can't refuse.
CW: corpses, gunshots
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Additional Music from Epidemic Sound: "Sea Smoke" by Gustav Lungern
Edited by Rowan McStay & Robin Langenhop
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The Badlands - Ep. 27: Gather at the River
Thu, 26 Sep 2024 03:49:58 +0000
Our trio recovers from the fight and their encounters with other worlds than these. Stuhmp gets a new piercing. Hayden meets a stranger on the Riverbank. Salome and Lilah break their silence.
CW: gunshot
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Orchestration by Jacob Kerzner
Trumpet sad chromatic wah wah.wav by SpliceSound -- https://freesound.org/s/369873/ -- License: Creative Commons 0
Edited by Rowan McStay & Robin Langenhop
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Thu, 10 Oct 2024 03:28:51 +0000
On the anniversary of their ill-fated trip to Camp Craven, our favorite juvenile delinquents are invited to a mysterious indoor amusement park. One year older (and a little better prepared), our troubled teens head to the park to find out if lightning ever strikes the same kids twice.
Featuring returning guest player Imani Russell as Zora Lee Copeland, and played in Monster of the Week by Michael Sands.
Content Warning: gunshots, firearms in a contemporary setting, choking, knives, drug use, panic attacks, supernatural possession, unsettling carnival rides/games
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Keeper: Robin Langenhop
Zora Lee Copeland: Imani Russell
CJ McAllister: Max Weinberg
Lane deMar: Rowan McStay
Eddie Hiller: Casey Papas
Edited by Robin Langenhop & Rowan McStay
Mage Hand High Five logo by Shane Smith
Cover Art by Robin Langenhop
MUSIC
"Craven's Indoor Amusement Park" by Robin Langenhop and Jacob Kerzner
From Epidemic Sound:
“House of Mirrors” by Luella Gren
“As Fast as You Can” by Wendel Scherer
“Asymmetrical” by Wendel Scherer
“At the Abyss” by Golden Anchor
“Don’t Let Me Drown” by Tigerblood Jewel
“Every Day, Every Night” by Roy Williams
“Eye of the Newscaster” by Out to the World
“No Apology” by Mike Stringer
“Undead Digital Minds” by Polar Nights
“Wee Hours” by Brendon Moeller
SFX attribution: Turning on an old CRT TV by pfranzen -- https://freesound.org/s/328171/ -- License: Attribution 4.
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Thu, 24 Oct 2024 03:45:56 +0000
Enjoy the thrilling conclusion to the second chapter of the Cravenverse! As violent threats pop up all across the park, our team of campers must unravel the mystery of who — or what — they’re up against. Unlikely allies arise, dark bargains are made, and one camper draws what may be their final breath…
Featuring returning guest player Imani Russell as Zora Lee Copeland, and played in Monster of the Week by Michael Sands.
Content Warning: gunshots, firearms in a contemporary setting, choking, knives, drug use, panic attacks, supernatural possession, brief allusion to suicide, unsettling carnival rides/games
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Keeper: Robin Langenhop
Zora Lee Copeland: Imani Russell
CJ McAllister: Max Weinberg
Lane deMar: Rowan McStay
Eddie Hiller: Casey Papas
Edited by Robin Langenhop & Rowan McStay
Mage Hand High Five logo by Shane Smith
Cover Art by Robin Langenhop
MUSIC
"Craven's Indoor Amusement Park" by Robin Langenhop and Jacob Kerzner
From Epidemic Sound:
“House of Mirrors” by Luella Gren
“As Fast as You Can” by Wendel Scherer
“Asymmetrical” by Wendel Scherer
“At the Abyss” by Golden Anchor
“No Apology” by Mike Stringer
“Undead Digital Minds” by Polar Nights
"The Source of Existence" by Polar Nights
"Forest Pond with Stars" by Polar Nights
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The Badlands - Ep. 28: Family Secrets
Thu, 07 Nov 2024 05:15:28 +0000
Our heroes resurface after days underground, but not before taking a dangerous call from Threed. Hayden makes Tiberius a counteroffer. Salome discovers a new piece of family history. Stuhmp plays a precarious game of telephone.
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Rowan McStay
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The Badlands - Ep. 29: In Like Flint
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 04:44:54 +0000
The Twin River Trio get some one-on-one bonding experience before setting out to find Jack, a trickster spirit with a penchant for mischief. Hayden practices their Elvish. Salome is roped into a conflict. Stuhmp encounters an old rival.
CW: mind control/possession, suggestive humor
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Additional music from Epidemic Sound: "By the Wayside" by Richie Everett
Edited by Rowan McStay and Robin Langenhop
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The Badlands - Ep. 30: You Don’t Know Jack
Thu, 05 Dec 2024 04:16:24 +0000
The Twin River Trio journey deeper into Bone-Dry Gulch, where things get a little Wild. Hayden gets the bone-tingles. Salome takes a shot in the dark. Stuhmp finds a cool sword.
CW: near-dismemberment, suggestive humor
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Rowan McStay and Robin Langenhop
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The Badlands - Ep. 31: The Law of Equivalent Exchange
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 20:26:09 +0000
Our heroes meet with Jack, and both deals and blows are struck. Salome makes a friend. Hayden takes off their hat. Stuhmp picks out a house.
CW: gunshots, decapitation, supernatural possession, suggestive humor
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Stuhmp: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Additional Music from Epidemic Sound: "By the Wayside" by Ritchie Everett
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The Threed Daily Herald Presents: Blackthorn Blunder! (Arc 3 Recap)
Thu, 02 Jan 2025 06:57:25 +0000
News from the front! Our team of dauntless investigators follows the Twin River Trio deeper into the Badlands, risking life and limb to bring you the latest from behind enemy lines. Stay tuned for the answers to such intriguing questions as: What really caused the labor shortage in Blackthorn Hollow? What fates await those who practice demonic dealings and wasteland witchcraft? And what is to be done about the problem of young urchins overrunning our streets? These questions and more will be answered in this latest bulletin. Expert reporting by Rod Derring, the most trusted name in news.
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The Badlands - Ep. 32: Peacemaker
Thu, 16 Jan 2025 02:42:24 +0000
Still reeling from a major loss, our heroes receive an urgent message from Twin River. Hayden tries on a new shape. Salome prepares for a rematch. Wyatt Forsythe is having a very bad day.
CW: Military occupation/invasion, war sounds, automatic weapons, heavy gunfire and artillery sounds, child endangerment/attempted child murder
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Wyatt: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
SFX: Whip #2 by Universfield -- https://freesound.org/s/758829/ -- License: Attribution 4.0
Edited by Rowan McStay and Robin Langenhop
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The Badlands - Ep. 33: The Battle of Twin River (Part 1)
Thu, 30 Jan 2025 04:29:00 +0000
The fight for Twin River rages on as the Peacemaker pushes steadily onward into the city. Hayden delves deeper into the mire of memory. Salome battles the Jameson Bastion. Wyatt gets fired up.
CW: Military occupation/invasion, heavy gunfire and explosive sounds, descriptions of blood/death, attempted child murder, hopelessness/depression, religious coercion, child neglect and abandonment
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Wyatt: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
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The Badlands - Ep. 34: The Battle of Twin River (Part 2)
Thu, 13 Feb 2025 04:20:00 +0000
The Battle of Twin River comes to a decisive end. Salome reaches out through the Riverbank. Hayden and the Briars make a final attempt to save Rat. Wyatt takes on the Peacemaker.
CW: Military occupation/invasion, heavy gunfire and explosive sounds, descriptions of blood/death, attempted child murder
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Wyatt: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
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The Badlands - Ep. 35: Fatespun
Fri, 28 Feb 2025 04:08:00 +0000
In the aftermath of a devastating battle, the people of Twin River begin to pick up the pieces and count their casualties. Wyatt has a crisis of faith. Salome forges a shifty alliance. Hayden hears the tale of the Fatespun Players.
CW: War sounds and descriptions, gunshots, depression/anxiety, suggestive humor
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Wyatt: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
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The Badlands - Ep. 36: Blood for Blood
Thu, 13 Mar 2025 09:51:19 +0000
Our heroes prepare to journey eastward as the people of Twin River brace for all-out war with Threed. Hayden confronts Rat. Wyatt reaches out to his predecessor. Salome makes an oath.
CW: mention of war and child death, blood
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DM: Casey Papas
Salome: Rowan McStay
Hayden: Robin Langenhop
Wyatt: Max Weinberg
Music by Jacob Kerzner
Edited by Rowan McStay and Casey Papas
Sound design by Rowan McStay
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Art Heist! A Vydal City Legend
Thu, 27 Mar 2025 09:06:58 +0000
INCOMING ALERT: Grand Theft reported at Vydal City's Vibran Art Gallery! Game designer and guest GM Evan Noone of Imp Games guides the crew through a cyberpunk, neon-filled haze to fulfill a contract for their corporate overlords.
CW: Gunshots, references to murder, explosions, car crash sounds/descriptions
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DM: Evan Noone
Brenda "Babs" Baker: Rowan McStay
Twilight Beacon: Casey Papas
Frank "The Finisher" McCarthy: Max Weinberg
Music from Epidemic Sound
Edited by Robin Langenhop & Rowan McStay
Sound design by Rowan McStay
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Imp Games Logo by Evan Noone
Vydal City Cover Art by @RazMahDaz (Bluesky)
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