Overseer's Log 2 - The Mine and the Mindful

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 19:34:26 GMT

Current Situation:

* The party is in the Magic Grotto facing a Wendigo

* Hells Bells has been stabilized by Sam

* Conventional weapons are proving ineffective against the Wendigo

* The team has discovered an untouched, radiation-free section of the cave

In this week's thrilling episode of "Tales from Tomorrow," our intrepid adventurers faced a deadly encounter with an unstoppable Wendigo in the mysterious Magic Grotto. The creature, having already attacked their friend Hell's Bells, proved remarkably resilient - shrugging off everything from flaming arrows to bullets with its regenerative abilities.

The situation grew dire when Jim suffered severe injuries, including a broken arm and lacerated leg, from the Wendigo's merciless attack. In a moment of incredible bravery, Raven executed a desperate gambit. She laid a bottlecap mine and, in a daring maneuver, leaped over her own trap to draw the creature's attention away from her wounded companion.

While Jim managed to escape to safety, Raven made the ultimate sacrifice - triggering the mine herself. The resulting explosion left her buried under rubble, barely clinging to life. Thanks to the quick action of her fellow wastelanders, both Raven and Hell's Bells were stabilized and rescued.

Despite their wounds, the team's ordeal wasn't without reward. They discovered an untouched, radiation-free section of the cave that promises new mysteries to explore. The harrowing experience has strengthened our survivors, with each member gaining a level and new perks to choose from in the coming week.

Join us next week as our heroes recover from their wounds and uncover more secrets in the depths of Appalachia!

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S1E2 - The Mine and the Mindful

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 06:17:19 GMT

In this week's thrilling episode of "Tales from Tomorrow," our intrepid adventurers found themselves locked in mortal combat with a Wendigo. The creature, having just feasted upon their friend Hell's Bells, proved more resilient than ever — its mysterious hide and regenerative abilities allowing it to shrug off everything from flaming arrows to bullets.

With conventional weapons proving ineffective and party members taking severe damage, our wastelanders hatched a desperate plan. Raven decided to lay a bottlecap mine in hopes of ending the creature's reign of terror. However, fate had other plans — a brief miscommunication led to Jim accidentally catching the Wendigo's attention.

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The beast proved merciless, breaking Jim's arm and viciously lacerating his leg. In a moment of incredible bravery, Raven ventured into the very hallway she had booby-trapped. Leaping over her own landmine, she hurled a bottle and brandished a flare, successfully drawing the creature's attention away from her wounded comrade.

This distraction gave Jim the chance to hobble to safety. But dear listeners, what happened next would make even the most hardened Super Mutant's knees weak — Raven triggered the mine herself, resulting in a massive explosion that left her buried under rubble, barely clinging to life.

Thanks to the unwavering dedication of her fellow wastelanders, Raven was pulled from the debris and stabilized. We leave our comrades this week alive, though gravely wounded, their ordeal rewarded with both the riches hidden within the cave and an untouched grotto ripe for exploration.

Their friend Hell's Bells was also rescued and will likely return with them to the town of Hope. The harrowing experience has strengthened our survivors, with each member of the party gaining a level and new perks to choose from in the coming week. But that, dear listeners, is a story for another day. Join us next week for another thrilling episode of "Tales from Tomorrow," brought to you by Vault-Tec — preparing for tomorrow, today!

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Overseer's Log 1 - The Wendigo's Last Stand

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 19:19:17 GMT

Current Situation

* Party is in the Magic Grotto facing the Wendigo

* Hells Bells has been stabilized by Sam

* Conventional weapons are proving ineffective against the Wendigo

* The team has discovered an untouched, radiation-free section of the cave

Key Plot Points

* The immediate threat of the Wendigo

* The significance of the Mothman's guidance (purple eyes)

* The pristine grotto's existence despite surrounding radiation

* Urgent messages from Hope requiring attention

Software

* Dungeondraft

* Lore

* Opus.pro

Social Media

* Twitch: https://twitch.tv/overseerkyle

* YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Tales_From_Tomorrow_Fallout

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* Podcast: https://tftfallout.substack.com/podcast

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S1E1 - Through Purple Colored Eyes

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Greetings, fellow Vault Dwellers! In this week's pulse-pounding episode of "Tales from Tomorrow: Under the Mothman’s Embrace," our brave survivors found themselves deep within the treacherous depths of the Wendigo's Cave - a twisted mockery of what pre-war tourists once called the Magic Grotto.

The cave, now a haunting testament to atomic devastation, bears the toxic scars of nuclear waste and hazardous materials. Our team tracked their missing companion through dangerously irradiated chambers, where even the most hardy RadAway wouldn't keep you safe for long.

In a desperate gambit, Raven armed a fragmentation mine and attempted to throw it strategically, hoping to cause a controlled cave-in that would contain the radioactive barrels. The throw went awry, with the mine bouncing off the wall and detonating in an unintended location. The resulting explosion did trigger a cave-in, but not as planned - instead of containing the radiation, it collapsed the hallway, giving the Wendigo the perfect opportunity to escape with its still-unidentified victim.

Through the settling dust, Raven caught sight of something extraordinary - the legendary purple eyes of the Mothman, beckoning her toward a collapsed section of wall that crumbled at her approach. Like a true scout, she squeezed through the jagged opening, following this mysterious guide.

What she discovered next would make even the most jaded Wastelander gasp - a pristine grotto untouched by radiation, teeming with pre-war life! But there was no time to admire the view - the hunt for the Wendigo continued.

Following a glowing moth through the darkness, Raven soon reunited with Sam, who had carved his own path through the cave system with Jim's expertise. Their reunion was cut short by their target - the dreaded Wendigo itself! Jim and trusty Alfred (our favorite Mr. Handy) rushed to join the fray, with Alfred braving the radiation while Jim navigated the maze-like tunnels.

And now, dear listeners, we leave our heroes in quite the predicament! Sam managed to stabilize Hells Bells’ wounds, saving her from becoming the Wendigo's dinner, but their weapons seem about as effective as throwing Fancy Lad Snack Cakes at a Super Mutant. How will our wastelanders defeat this pre-war terror, this embodiment of atomic age greed?

Find out in our next thrilling episode of "Tales from Tomorrow: Under the Mothman’s Embrace" brought to you by Vault-Tec - preparing for tomorrow, today! Join us live each Sunday on Twitch at 7:30 PM ET. And remember, wastelanders - our Discord community awaits, and our latest adventures are chronicled on YouTube!

How to Join the Adventure

* Watch us live every Sunday on Twitch at 7:30 PM ET

* Catch up on episodes through our YouTube channel

* Join our Discord community for behind-the-scenes content and discussions

* Follow our podcast for enhanced storytelling and exclusive commentary

Whether you're a seasoned Fallout veteran or new to the wasteland, there's a place for you in our story. Grab your Pip-Boy, stock up on RadAway, and join us as we explore this brave new world together!

Remember, our adventure streams every Sunday at 7:30 PM ET. Don't miss out on the action - your fellow wastelanders are waiting!

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Overseer's Log 0 - In the Beginning...

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Key Points

* Introduction to Tales from Tomorrow, a Fallout 2D20 tabletop campaign set in Appalachia

* First-time Game Master and players embarking on their tabletop roleplaying journey

* Campaign setting near the West Virginia lumber mill in the Fallout 76 universe

* Year-long learning process from March 2024 to January 2025

* Using Alchemy VTT for remote gameplay

Community Focus

The project aims to build an inclusive community around tabletop gaming, inviting viewers and potential players to engage through multiple platforms:

* Substack for written content

* Twitch for live streaming sessions

* YouTube for archived content

* Discord for community interaction

Campaign Details

The campaign, titled "Tales from Tomorrow: Under the Mothman's Embrace," draws inspiration from the Fallout series' Tales magazines. With the recent success of Amazon Prime's Fallout TV show bringing new interest to the franchise, the timing couldn't be better for this narrative-focused approach to tabletop gaming.

Rather than strictly adhering to rules, the campaign emphasizes storytelling and player experience, making it accessible for newcomers while maintaining the authentic Fallout atmosphere that fans love.

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S1E0 - Descent into the Wendigo's Grotto

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 18:55:34 GMT

Welcome to the thrilling premiere of our Fallout TTRPG actual play series: "Tales From Tomorrow: Under the Mothman's Embrace"

As your newly-appointed Overseer, I'm excited to guide you through the irradiated landscapes of post-apocalyptic Appalachia alongside my trusted band of wastelanders. We've crafted an immersive story filled with danger, mystery, and the ever-watchful presence of West Virginia's most enigmatic creatures.

Join us live on Twitch for weekly adventures, dive deeper into the wasteland through our Substack featuring detailed episode recaps, character chronicles, and behind-the-scenes insights, or connect with fellow vault dwellers in our Discord community. Plus, catch our podcast for an enhanced storytelling experience with exclusive commentary.

Whether you're a seasoned Fallout veteran or new to the wasteland, there's a place for you in our story. Grab your Pip-Boy, stock up on RadAway, and let's explore this brave new world together!

Discord: https://discord.gg/5p7kzeyYDj

Podcast: https://tftfallout.substack.com/podcast

Substack: https://tftfallout.substack.com

Twitch: https://twitch.tv/overseerkyle

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Tales_From_Tomorrow_Fallout

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