The Blade's Edge
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Creator: The Blade's Edge
Full cast Fantasy Longform Audio RPG
Synopsis:
YOUR KINGDOM IS FUCKED!
Come join The Blade's Edge for their inaugural adventure across one of Dungeons and Dragons most beloved modules, Curse of Strahd.
Dungeon Master Bryan Sammis | Instagram
Kyle Beams | Instagram
Trevor Christensen | Instagram
Tommy McMillian | Instagram
Kyle Girard | Instagram
Format: Audio RPG
RPG system: Dungeons & Dragons
Continuity: Longform
Writing: Improvised
Voices: Full cast
Genres: Fantasy
Soundscape: Music
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Episodes:
Curse of Strahd Ep. 31: Into the Amber Temple
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:44:10 GMT
Greetings adventurers! We back at it again with another eppie, and today, we're headed into the Amber Temple in pursuit of Strahd's secrets. It's dungeon crawl time, so get your snackies, bring out the horn of mead, chill out and pray that we survive to see the pale grey sky of Barovia once again...
Curse of Strahd Ep. 30: The Tsolenka Pass
Wed, 02 Apr 2025 16:50:00 GMT
In the last episode, Call the Lightning met up with Jimothy and Yoch'Sizzler, who took a cosmic glimpse into our minds and struck a deal with the party. We took a nice break and long rested before heading out to the Tsolenka Pass en route to the Amber Temple. There, a heinous creature guarded our path across the chasm below...
Curse of Strahd Ep. 29: Gazing into the Void
Thu, 27 Mar 2025 18:17:23 GMT
Call the Lightning finally tracks down Jimothy at Lake Luna and learns what he’s been up to all these years. Turns out, he’s formed an unusual alliance with a mysterious creature beneath the lake, which we immediately renamed Yoch'Sizzler. The group shares stories, makes deals, and uncovers deep lore about the nature of Barovia and its strange, repeating cycles. Somehow, after a freaky brain-reading sequence, the party becomes a little more... unhinged than before. If that's possible.
Curse of Strahd Ep. 28: Ladies and Gentlemen. We got him.
Wed, 19 Mar 2025 15:35:00 GMT
Call the Lightning picks up on the trail of the Mad Mage's lost belongings; his Staff and Spellbook. We make a pact not to side quest (challenge rating: impossible) and cruise out on another venture across the wilds of Barovia. Their journey leads to the the ultimate side-quest of them all as they make contact with with a old party favorite...Jimothy himself!
Curse of Strahd Ep. 27: The Mountain Man
Wed, 12 Mar 2025 13:37:00 GMT
Following the demise of one of the members of Call the Lightning, the squad takes off with a new member in tow. Stal'Vedokh aka 'Doc', the Warforged Artificer with a penchant for murdering werewolves. Our crew makes their way back into the woods north of Lake Zarovich, heading East. Doc yearns for the blood of lycans but strikes out, instead finding some trails of the Mad Mage after all this time...
Curse of Strahd Ep. 26: In Memoriam
Fri, 07 Mar 2025 16:08:00 GMT
As one more soul is added to those left to linger within Barovia, Call The Lightning mourns. Von Richten introduces a new companion for the group, Stal Veh'dokh aka Doc, the Warforged Artillerist with a lust for slaughtering werewolves. CTL set out to look for the Mad Mage, and shit gets silly immediately. Thanks so much for tuning in - have you had a favorite moment in our campaign so far? Let us know on Patreon!!
Curse of Strahd Episode 25: Silver Bullets to the Heart
Fri, 07 Mar 2025 02:19:17 GMT
A colossal explosion rings out from Von Richten's Tower, the wagon outside booby trapped to ward off would-be thieves. The blast echoes across the woods, and in the distance, the sound of wolves howling echo right back. Trapped in the tower, surrounded, Call the Lightning makes a bold decision that changes the fate of the party forever... The Blade's Edge pierces our hearts once again, and it digs in deeper than ever.
Curse of Strahd Ep. 24: Back to the Woods
Wed, 19 Feb 2025 16:44:00 GMT
Call The Lightning bravely sets off from Vallaki only to return half an hour later. Over at Bloodbath and Beyond, we're tempted to become Disciples of Steve, but resist. Maybe next time! Onward, to Von Richten's Tower!
Curse of Strahd Ep. 23: Promises
Sat, 15 Feb 2025 19:31:06 GMT
Call the Lightning has a moment to rest following the battle at the Lady Watcher's house. A celebration after a grueling brawl. A solo-mission in the rain. Alma promises a date with Yevgeni next time she comes back to the city. Call the Lightning begins to cultivate some semblance of optimism and hope as they party their last night away in Vallaki.
But with this optimism comes the inevitable reminder of where we are. Barovia, the land where the sun hasn't shined in centuries.
One millions stars up in the sky. One shines brighter, I cannot deny this. Love so precious, love so true. Love that comes from Yevgeni, to you.
Curse of Strahd Ep. 22: Who Watches the Watcherhaus?
Wed, 05 Feb 2025 17:06:00 GMT
The party finds themselves deep in the heart of Vallaki's corruption, tracking Lady Fiona Watcher to her estate after the chaos of the Festival of the Blazing Sun. Justice is in their hands, but their pursuit leads them straight into the depths of her cult’s ritual chamber—where a massive bone devil, cultists, and undead horrors await. Live, Laugh, Love, Lathander!
Graveside Chat #3: Forging Jimothy
Wed, 29 Jan 2025 17:19:00 GMT
Come take a break from the drama and terror for a silly fun time sesh w/ the gang as we chat about what's gone down so far. Later, we create the legendary Jimothy, our very missing friend and former student who is now certainly old as hell.
Curse of Strahd Ep. 21: Aftermath of the Festival
Wed, 22 Jan 2025 19:00:00 GMT
After a grueling battle with less casualties than anticipated, Call the Lightning reconciles with their actions. Lady Watcher is sowing discord in the name of Strahd, and we just can't stand for that. If we fight each other, Strahd wins - that's what she wanted. Amidst the drama and the faeries tales, D'issan hits a Nat 20 Poop Check. We're so back.
Curse of Strahd Episode 20: Festival of the Blazing Sun
Thu, 16 Jan 2025 00:40:39 GMT
20 eppies, that's big time folks. Hope you're continuing to enjoy the show. Blood and broken bones are abound in a battle that is gonna to be a banger. The Baron, Call the Lightning, The Watcher Family, Rictavio and Buttercup the Sabretooth Tiger - chaos ensues, the gang decides everyone sucks, but the question is, who sucks the least? Thanks to all out Patrons, tune in to hear your name shouted out!
Episode 19: Bloodbath and Beyond
Sat, 04 Jan 2025 22:21:53 GMT
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Thanks for hanging out with us as we reach episode 19, everyone! We're so glad to have your support, and you can expect us to continue to Call the Lightning over the coming months.
Curse of Strahd Ep. 18: Heartbreaker at the Coffinmaker
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 17:01:00 GMT
After learning that the Bones of Lathander had been sold by Yeska and Millivoj, the gang made their way to the Coffinmaker's shop. Inside, they find caskets with the name of each one of them engraved upon the lid. What horrors await us within?
Curse of Strahd Ep. 17: Battle at the Church
Tue, 17 Dec 2024 19:45:19 GMT
The battle against Strahd in the church heats up! Vicar Jim goes super saiyan, Alma stares down the Count, death saves are rolled as vampires surround us... this visit to Vellaki got hands!
Episode 16: Call the Lightning
Wed, 04 Dec 2024 16:43:00 GMT
Our squad, freshly assembled with Ireena Kolyana and Ismark the Lesser, travel the Count's Realm towards Vellaki. We ride towards a gate, pulled in our wagon by the two best boys Tenacious D. A supply-laden cart beyond a gate heads towards us from up the road. The gate opens and a certain servant of Strahd appears...
Curse of Strahd Ep. 15: Blood on the Vine
Sun, 01 Dec 2024 00:48:13 GMT
The gang chugs some wine and ale with Ismark, we play a ton of poker hands and discuss our mutual disdain of Strahd von Zarovich.
Curse of Strahd Ep. 14: Live, Laugh, Love, Lathander
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 07:41:11 GMT
Once, he was Vesz'rak Baen'val, Acolyte of the Spider Mommy. Now, recently arisen as D'issan, our boy Tommy interrogates Dorru with the conviction of Lathander newest acolyte. Can the Light's freshest Paladin see into the blood-thirsting heart of this cursed man?
Curse of Strahd Ep. 13: A New Dawn in Barovia
Wed, 30 Oct 2024 13:12:00 GMT
There comes a struggle in every D&D player's life where what you want to do, what you have to do, and what the dice enable to you do collide in dramatic fashion. In our Battle at the Bonegrinder, our beloved Pointy Ear Gang had some of the highest highs, and the lowest lows of the campaign thus far. We left last week with death saves, bisections, unexpected allies and a whole lot of drama.
It's a new dawn in Barovia, and the story... goes... on...
It's Halloween week, folks! Hope y'all are gettin' up to some spooky ghastly ghoulish good times and enjoying the podcast so far! We're up over 1000 downloads officially, wahooo! That's pretty great, so much love to our Patrons <3 What's your favorite Pointy Ear Gang moment from the first dozen episodes? Toss your thoughts in the comments below!
Curse of Strahd Ep. 12: Old Bonegrinder
Wed, 23 Oct 2024 16:14:00 GMT
After our long break and an extra silly session, the Pointy Ear Gang made their way through the woods, towards the windmill on the precipice, where the treasure foretold by the tarokka cards was said to be found. Enchanting pastries? Check. Gil making pasta? Check..? Some freaky grandmas? Triple check! How will the Pointy Ear Gang survive a level 4 encounter with a coven of hags, you ask?
The answer may surprise you... hold onto your hearts, because this one goes hard
Curse of Strahd Ep. 11: A Reasonable Mad Mage
Fri, 18 Oct 2024 14:43:39 GMT
Oh, we are soooo back. The Pointy Ear Gang experienced a temporary setback at the hands of the BBEG that torments every adventuring party - the notorious Demon Lord Sche'du'ling - and have escaped their dreaded clutches to bring you episode 11 of our Curse of Strahd campaign.
The gang was triumphant atop the precipice of Yester Hill, thwarting the plans of Strahd and preventing Wintersplinter from coming into form. The effigy crumbled to the ground at the hands of Vesz'rak, who seized the Gem, hopefully securing a future for Wizard of Wines. We befriended the Druids of Yester Hill and the Berserkers of Kavan, as as the scope of our allies grew larger, so too did the bonds between our heroes.
We hope you enjoy the episode as we make our way eastward towards the village of Barovia.
A Day in the Life of Demon Prince Graz'zt
Wed, 25 Sep 2024 16:00:00 GMT
Today, we take another deep dive into the world of some of D&D's favorite villains. This time, Stardock gazes into the Abyss, towards Graz'zt, Demon Prince of Decadence, pleasure, and self-indulgence. What deliciously depraved desires does he have to show us... I'm sure he'd wouldn't be opposed to some voyeurism.
A Day in the Life of Archdevil Bel
Wed, 18 Sep 2024 16:00:00 GMT
Ever wondered what it would be like to play as a major DnD villain? Been curious about what a day in the life of these nefarious and evil creatures entails? With this new series we seek to answer those questions. First up, the Devil himself…well, more like A Devil. Bel, the Warlord of Avernus, the first Layer of hell. Think of him as the Devil’s arms dealer. I wonder what he’s up to today…
Curse of Strahd Ep. 10: The Ritual at Yester Hill
Wed, 11 Sep 2024 17:25:04 GMT
The Blade's Edge celebrates 10 episodes with an absolute BANGER of a sesh coming in from our boys in Barovia, the Pointy Ear Gang. In our 10th episode, PEG has 10 rounds to stop the summoning of Wintersplinter. 60 seconds between life, or death... after decades of playing D&D this might just be the most bonkers combat yet. It's absolutely frantic, deadly dangerous and almost unbelievable... the dice tell the story, and this is one for the ages.
Curse of Strahd Ep. 9: The Martikoz Family
Wed, 04 Sep 2024 17:57:14 GMT
Welcome back one and all, we're here with Episode 9! We've reached over 400 downloads at this point and are so stoked to have y'all here supporting us. The Pointy Ear Gang is gaining momentum!
Last week, the party met the Abbot, Gilmund discovered a fascinating new magic item, and Strahd made a midnight appearance, shattering the windows (and illusion of safety) that they had in their kind host's home. His eyes are upon us, and that means it's time to move on across the lands of Barovia to seek out new ways to depose him.
Next up, a return trip to The Wizards of Wine, where the Martikoz family is likely recovering from the flames we left behind...
Wed, 28 Aug 2024 15:23:05 GMT
We check in with Bryan, Kyle, and Tommy after our 8th episode! We've barely set foot in Barovia, and the doom & gloom hasn't yet stifled our spirits. Come on in from the cold and join us for another Graveside Chat as we talk Level 4, loot, playing in a grimdark campaign, and more!
Wed, 21 Aug 2024 20:57:16 GMT
Last week, through some Mad Max antics and the combined power of Tenacious D, the Pointy Ear Gang managed to escape the evil druids and the fucked up freaky trees! They delivered the booze to Krezk and earned some much needed rest. The next day, they received a tarot reading from Esmerelda, who helped to divine some secrets hidden across the lands of Barovia. In this episode, the PEG explores Krezk, learning some sad truths to the youths of the land. Atop the village at its highest peak lies the Abbey. A meeting with the Abbot, answers to some questions, and more mysteries to come...
Curse of Strahd Ep. 7: Escape from The Wizards of Wine
Wed, 14 Aug 2024 17:14:44 GMT
Last week, we took off from the gates of Krezk and headed towards The Wizards of Wine, hoping that a booze delivery would allow us entrance to the city and a well-earned night's rest. This don't quite go to plan as dangerous druids and persistent plant-folk assailed your Pointy Ear Gang.
Thunderwaves echo from within the winery, the horde of druids and plants close in from all sides, and the boys have an important decision to make... just how in the hell are we getting out of here alive?????
Curse of Strahd Ep. 6: The Wizards of Wine
Wed, 07 Aug 2024 16:50:39 GMT
Last week, the Pointy Ear Gang made their way to the city gates of Krezk, seeking a reprieve from their harrowing nightmare over the last 24 hours. The city watch wanted no part of their shit, and the Burgermaster would only let them in if they did a good old fashioned Booze Run for the town. Naturally, the party obliged, and made their way to The Wizards of Wine. Inside, shenanigans are afoot.
Could this be Death House 2.0? Not on Lancelot 2.0's watch!
Curse of Strahd Ep. 5: Welcome to Barovia
Wed, 31 Jul 2024 16:16:07 GMT
Welcome back one and all for another episode of Curse of Strahd! Last week was definitely traumatizing, and we hope you'll forgive our Gil Graves one day. Will we ever emotionally recover from this, or will we fall deeper into despair? Our brave party meets Strahd von Zarovich himself, and makes their way towards Krezk. Barovia beckons, and your Pointy Ear Gang answers the call.
Curse of Strahd Ep. 4: Death House, Finale
Wed, 24 Jul 2024 16:11:48 GMT
After almost a month off recording, we got back to it this weekend, and finished out the legendary Death House. No rust needed to be scraped off, but some blood-soaked blades certainly did...
In the first 3 episodes, our party survived encounters with poltergeists, ghouls, wolves and wriggling beaky blinders. They've delved deep into the basement, or rather, a dungeon, with finesse, courage, and a healthy pinch of luck. When the chanting from beyond the hall beckons them closer, a party member makes a decision that reveals a new side of himself, and in turn, sheds some light onto the truths of his companions.
This one's a doozy, folks. This is why you're here, this is why we play Dungeons and Dragons.
Buckle up, because it's about to get pretty...fucking...brutal...
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 16:35:23 GMT
Goooood day to all our ghouls, ghosts, gremlins and freaky lil' guys, we're back this week with a special interlude episode coming hot off the heels of Episode 3! Our boys have braved the the Death House, gotten just a littttle lucky, and uncovered some gnarly secrets. Delving deeper into the basement, strange chants stoke the flames of curiosity, but before that, let's take a short rest, and talk about how things have gone so far.
Bryan, Tommy, and both Kyles have a candid conversation in this short-form episode from The Blade's Edge. We're hyped to be back in action with Episode 4 next week! Interested in hearing us talk about certain moments from the show so far? Comment below with your ideas and we'll absolutely add your requests into the next Graveside Chat!
Curse of Strahd Ep. 3: Death House Pt. 2
Wed, 10 Jul 2024 15:56:55 GMT
Greetings to all our goblins, gremlins, geists and ghosts... we're back with the next part of the notorious Death House!
Last time (on Dragon Ball Z) The Pointy Ear Gang made their way through the woods, through the fog, the mist, and the gloom. They arrived on the other side, and were greeted by two children. Sadly, neither of them were Jimothy, but we will find him one day. The children, Rose and Thorn, pleaded for our help - their parents and little baby brother were still inside the house. Our compassionate band of boys were up to the task, and helped the kids find safety in a shed outside the house.
The gang scouted the perimeter, Vesz'rak did some freaky warg shit with his spider familiar, until finally they entered the mansion, where they made some grim discoveries along the way... most notably, the skeletons of the children, Rose and Thorn. Questions, questions...
All great mysteries will be revealed in time. Terrors await us in this 3rd episode of Curse of Strahd, and we are just...getting...started...
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Curse of Strahd Ep. 2: Death House Pt. 1
Wed, 03 Jul 2024 14:57:59 GMT
Greetings to all you ghouls, goblins, ghasts and gargoyles... last week, our intrepid adventurers met up in a tavern and met some of the major players in the region - The Zhentarim, The Harpers, the Lord of the Lions or Lord's Alliance? Who's to say! All I know is, we love Vesz'rak and he must be treasured/protected/gotten help. One of the three, or all of them!
Together, the group got their feet wet in the rains of Daggerford, setting out to find a lead on the werewolf attacks... turns out, actual-ass wolves are scary as shit too. The Pointy Ear Gang survived the encounter, only to face Death again very, very soon...
As always, we've got more fun content, character art, and more on our Patreon!
Curse of Strahd Ep. 1: Daggerford
Wed, 26 Jun 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Greetings, you ghouls, goblins, ghasts and gargoyles.. it's finally time for The Blade's Edge to take their first heartbeats in an actual-play D&D adventure, the legendary module Curse of Strahd.
Our journey begins in the town of Daggerford, on the outskirts of Waterdeep, and you better believe Bryan sets the tone for our adventure straight away. It's gonna get gruesome, it's gonna be nasty, you might be a little queasy but it's okay! That's fine! Just have yourself a nice little barf or big scream and put those headphones back on. You'll be fine... but can we say the same about our players? Only the dice will tell...
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