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The Lightless Beacon | Call of Cthulhu TTRPG Actual Play
27 Oct 2026
03:29:41
A routine voyage off the coast of Massachusetts takes a disastrous turn when the SS Caspian hits a submerged reef, forcing the survivors onto the rocky, storm-lashed shores of Beacon Island. But the shipwreck is only the beginning. The towering lighthouse stands dark against the tempest, its keepers nowhere to be found—and something ancient and hungry is crawling out of the crashing waves.Join us for a playthrough of The Lightless Beacon, Chaosium’s beginner scenario for the Call of Cthulhu 7th Edition tabletop roleplaying game. Can our unlikely group of survivors uncover the lighthouse's dark secrets and survive the night, or will the horrors of the tide pull them under?---CAST & INVESTIGATORS* The Keeper: Matt* Felix Ashton: Joey* Agent Thomas Olmstead: Jason* Alex Green: Ducky* Elias Thorne: Kirk---LINKS & SOCIALSDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/5EzfqbYPodcast: https://anchor.fm/s/e9b2f464/podcast/rssInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventure.archive/X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdvntrArchiveThe Lightless Beacon is written by Leigh Carr, Lynne Hardy, Mike Mason, and Paul Fricker, and is published by Chaosium Inc. Call of Cthulhu is a trademark of Chaosium Inc.
Path of Glory | EP 39 | That One Time (Dragonbane Actual Play)
The ultimate compendium of spells has arrived! In this video, we kick off our complete deep-dive series into the newly released Dragonbane: Book of Magic. In this video we're covering the school of Elementalism. Whether you're a Game Master looking to challenge your players or a player looking to master the roll-under arcane arts, this series will guide you through every school, spell, and strange mishap. If you enjoy character-forward TTRPG deep dives, be sure to hit Subscribe and join us for the rest of the series! Check out The Book of Magical Mishaps: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/569448/the-book-of-magical-mishaps-a-supplement-for-the-dragonbane-ttrpg
The ultimate compendium of spells has arrived! In this video, we kick off our complete deep-dive series into the newly released Dragonbane: Book of Magic. In this video we're covering the school of Animism. Whether you're a Game Master looking to challenge your players or a player looking to master the roll-under arcane arts, this series will guide you through every school, spell, and strange mishap. If you enjoy character-forward TTRPG deep dives, be sure to hit Subscribe and join us for the rest of the series! Check out The Book of Magical Mishaps: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/569448/the-book-of-magical-mishaps-a-supplement-for-the-dragonbane-ttrpg
Tower of Twisted Time | EP 2 | Ages and Tempers Collide (Conan: The Hyborian Age TTRPG Actual Play)
09 Sep 2026
03:00:53
Floating glyphs that are words of the dead and booming voices quake the tower where a mysterious gold skull is found and reality is ripped open.🎭 THE CAST & CHARACTERS:• Joey as the Game Master / Storyteller• Matt as Vennlig• Jason as Yaruk• Ducky as Grygore• Kirk as Kizurra⚔️ ABOUT THE SYSTEM & SETTING:"Conan: The Hyborian Age – The Roleplaying Game" (published by Monolith Board Games) is a fast, visceral tabletop RPG designed specifically to capture the grit, lethal combat, and dark pulp magic of Robert E. Howard’s original sword-and-sorcery fiction. Unlike traditional class-and-level systems, Monolith’s RPG uses a streamlined, action-forward system featuring:• Classless Character Progression: Heroes are shaped by their origins, cultural grit, and evolving talents rather than rigid classes.• Momentum-Driven Combat: Fast, high-stakes tactical skirmishes where positioning, brutal strikes, and defensive maneuvers matter.• Sword-and-Sorcery Authenticity: Ancient ruins, corrupt sorceries, forbidden deities, and lethal beast-haunted frontiers.🛡️ THE HYBORIAN AGE:Set against the backdrop of an age undreamed of—where gleaming kingdoms like Aquilonia and Nemedia border untamed barbarian wilderness, treacherous deserts, and crumbling ruins of pre-human empires—our adventurers must rely on steel, cunning, and raw will to survive.🎲 GAME INFO:• Game: Conan: The Hyborian Age (The Roleplaying Game)• Publisher: Monolith Board Games• System Design: Matt John• Setting: Robert E. Howard's Conan & The Hyborian Age🔔 Subscribe to follow the campaign and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!💬 Leave a comment: How would your character handle the dangers our party faced in this episode?
Path of Glory | EP 36 | Queen of the Dead (Dragonbane actual play)
08 Sep 2026
01:44:58
The Gates of Power now open, there is no turning back. After a deadly attack from from guardian skeletons, poor Tefalas lies dead. What waits quietly in the dark shadows and labyrinthine pathways of the dwarven realm?
The ultimate compendium of spells has arrived! In this video, we kick off our complete deep-dive series into the newly released Dragonbane: Book of Magic. In this video we're covering the school of Mentalism. Whether you're a Game Master looking to challenge your players or a player looking to master the roll-under arcane arts, this series will guide you through every school, spell, and strange mishap. If you enjoy character-forward TTRPG deep dives, be sure to hit Subscribe and join us for the rest of the series! Check out The Book of Magical Mishaps: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/569448/the-book-of-magical-mishaps-a-supplement-for-the-dragonbane-ttrpg
Tower of Twisted Time | EP 1 | A Tower and a Tribute (Conan: The Hyborian Age TTRPG Actual Play)
01 Sep 2026
01:50:51
An old withered man named Zabora leads four adventurers to a tower that only appears under a red moon, promising riches beyond their wildest dreams.🎭 THE CAST & CHARACTERS:• Joey as the Game Master / Storyteller• Matt as Vennlig• Jason as Yaruk• Ducky as Grygore• Kirk as Kizurra⚔️ ABOUT THE SYSTEM & SETTING:"Conan: The Hyborian Age – The Roleplaying Game" (published by Monolith Board Games) is a fast, visceral tabletop RPG designed specifically to capture the grit, lethal combat, and dark pulp magic of Robert E. Howard’s original sword-and-sorcery fiction. Unlike traditional class-and-level systems, Monolith’s RPG uses a streamlined, action-forward system featuring:• Classless Character Progression: Heroes are shaped by their origins, cultural grit, and evolving talents rather than rigid classes.• Momentum-Driven Combat: Fast, high-stakes tactical skirmishes where positioning, brutal strikes, and defensive maneuvers matter.• Sword-and-Sorcery Authenticity: Ancient ruins, corrupt sorceries, forbidden deities, and lethal beast-haunted frontiers.🛡️ THE HYBORIAN AGE:Set against the backdrop of an age undreamed of—where gleaming kingdoms like Aquilonia and Nemedia border untamed barbarian wilderness, treacherous deserts, and crumbling ruins of pre-human empires—our adventurers must rely on steel, cunning, and raw will to survive.🎲 GAME INFO:• Game: Conan: The Hyborian Age (The Roleplaying Game)• Publisher: Monolith Board Games• System Design: Matt John• Setting: Robert E. Howard's Conan & The Hyborian Age🔔 Subscribe to follow the campaign and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!💬 Leave a comment: How would your character handle the dangers our party faced in this episode?
Path of Glory | EP 35 | Alas, Tefalas (Dragonbane actual play)
31 Aug 2026
01:51:27
The Gates of Power rise tall and silent. All the keys in hand, there is only one step left to take: over the threshold. What could possibly lurk behind the great stone walls?
Conan: The Hyborian Age | EP 0 | Character Creation
31 Aug 2026
01:39:41
Welcome to Session 0 of our brand new tabletop RPG campaign featuring Monolith's Conan: The Hyborian Age! Before we set foot across the bloody sands and shadowy alleys of Robert E. Howard’s legendary sword-and-sorcery setting, our party gathers to forge their heroes, explore the classless origin mechanics, and set the stage for the grim adventures ahead.🎲 IN THIS EPISODE:• Overview of Monolith’s Conan: The Hyborian Age TTRPG system• Origin selections (From the Hills, From the Streets, From Parts Unknown & more)• Attribute allocations, combat proficiencies, and starting gear• Campaign tone and party backstory integration⚔️ SYSTEM DETAILS:Game: Conan: The Hyborian Age (The Roleplaying Game)Publisher: Monolith Board GamesSetting: Robert E. Howard's Hyborian Age🔔 Subscribe to join the campaign and catch Episode 1 as soon as it drops!👍 If you enjoyed the video, leave a like and tell us in the comments: What character would you play in the Hyborian Age?Discord: https://discord.com/invite/5EzfqbYPodcast: https://anchor.fm/s/e9b2f464/podcast/rssInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventure.archive/X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdvntrArchive
Vermis | EP 6 | Dead or Dreaming? (ttrpg actual play)
27 Aug 2026
01:30:55
The rot rises, forms into a towering figure that occludes the brilliant white light of the catacomb exit. Will the newly risen claim more victims to join the fallen, or will its torment end?
Welcome to our unofficial TTRPG adaptation of the book Vermis by Plastiboo, using the Mork Borg system.
Hope's Last Day | EP 4 | Alien RPG Evolved Edition (actual play)
26 Aug 2026
02:27:31
Welcome to Hadley’s Hope on LV-426. The atmosphere is thick, the corporate pressure is high, and the air vents are definitely making a weird noise.In this actual play, we are running "Hope's Last Day," using the updated ALIEN RPG: Evolved Edition rules by Free League Publishing. This cinematic one-shot serves as a prequel to the events of Aliens (1986), charting the exact, chaotic final hours of the terraforming colony before total collapse.Our players step into the boots of regular colonists who have just returned from a routine maintenance run to find their home completely overrun by deadly, perfect organisms. With only one remaining Weyland-Yutani shuttle left on the pad, survival means heading right into the heart of the colony to grab the keys.---👉 WHAT TO EXPECT IN THIS VIDEO:• The Evolved Edition Mechanics: See how the updated rules for stealth, armor, and the iconic, spiral-inducing Stress & Panic system play out in real-time.• Cinematic Horror & Hidden Agendas: Watch as secret player goals conflict with the collective need to escape alive. Trust is a luxury they can't afford.• Xenomorph Chaos: Fast-paced, high-stakes encounters where every single dice roll could mean a permanent, bloody end for a character.If you enjoy sci-fi survival horror, tense roleplay, and watching players sweat under pressure, make sure to hit Like and Subscribe for more actual plays!---🛸 THE CAST & CREW:• Game Mother: Matt• Hirsch: Joey• Holroyd: Ducky• Sigg: Kirk• Singleton: Jason
The ultimate compendium of spells has arrived! In this video, we kick off our complete deep-dive series into the newly released Dragonbane: Book of Magic. In this video we're covering the school of Dracomancy. Whether you're a Game Master looking to challenge your players or a player looking to master the roll-under arcane arts, this series will guide you through every school, spell, and strange mishap. If you enjoy character-forward TTRPG deep dives, be sure to hit Subscribe and join us for the rest of the series! Check out The Book of Magical Mishaps: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/569448/the-book-of-magical-mishaps-a-supplement-for-the-dragonbane-ttrpg
Hope's Last Day | EP 3 | Alien RPG Evolved Edition (actual play)
19 Aug 2026
02:08:01
Welcome to Hadley’s Hope on LV-426. The atmosphere is thick, the corporate pressure is high, and the air vents are definitely making a weird noise.In this actual play, we are running "Hope's Last Day," using the updated ALIEN RPG: Evolved Edition rules by Free League Publishing. This cinematic one-shot serves as a prequel to the events of Aliens (1986), charting the exact, chaotic final hours of the terraforming colony before total collapse.Our players step into the boots of regular colonists who have just returned from a routine maintenance run to find their home completely overrun by deadly, perfect organisms. With only one remaining Weyland-Yutani shuttle left on the pad, survival means heading right into the heart of the colony to grab the keys.---👉 WHAT TO EXPECT IN THIS VIDEO:• The Evolved Edition Mechanics: See how the updated rules for stealth, armor, and the iconic, spiral-inducing Stress & Panic system play out in real-time.• Cinematic Horror & Hidden Agendas: Watch as secret player goals conflict with the collective need to escape alive. Trust is a luxury they can't afford.• Xenomorph Chaos: Fast-paced, high-stakes encounters where every single dice roll could mean a permanent, bloody end for a character.If you enjoy sci-fi survival horror, tense roleplay, and watching players sweat under pressure, make sure to hit Like and Subscribe for more actual plays!---🛸 THE CAST & CREW:• Game Mother: Matt• Hirsch: Joey• Holroyd: Ducky• Sigg: Kirk• Singleton: Jason
Hope's Last Day | EP 2 | Alien RPG Evolved Edition (actual play)
13 Aug 2026
02:27:43
Welcome to Hadley’s Hope on LV-426. The atmosphere is thick, the corporate pressure is high, and the air vents are definitely making a weird noise.In this actual play, we are running "Hope's Last Day," using the updated ALIEN RPG: Evolved Edition rules by Free League Publishing. This cinematic one-shot serves as a prequel to the events of Aliens (1986), charting the exact, chaotic final hours of the terraforming colony before total collapse.Our players step into the boots of regular colonists who have just returned from a routine maintenance run to find their home completely overrun by deadly, perfect organisms. With only one remaining Weyland-Yutani shuttle left on the pad, survival means heading right into the heart of the colony to grab the keys.---👉 WHAT TO EXPECT IN THIS VIDEO:• The Evolved Edition Mechanics: See how the updated rules for stealth, armor, and the iconic, spiral-inducing Stress & Panic system play out in real-time.• Cinematic Horror & Hidden Agendas: Watch as secret player goals conflict with the collective need to escape alive. Trust is a luxury they can't afford.• Xenomorph Chaos: Fast-paced, high-stakes encounters where every single dice roll could mean a permanent, bloody end for a character.If you enjoy sci-fi survival horror, tense roleplay, and watching players sweat under pressure, make sure to hit Like and Subscribe for more actual plays!---🛸 THE CAST & CREW:• Game Mother: Matt• Hirsch: Joey• Holroyd: Ducky• Sigg: Kirk• Singleton: Jason
The ultimate compendium of spells has arrived! In this video, we kick off our complete deep-dive series into the newly released Dragonbane: Book of Magic. In this video we're covering the school of Illusionism.Whether you're a Game Master looking to challenge your players or a player looking to master the roll-under arcane arts, this series will guide you through every school, spell, and strange mishap.If you enjoy character-forward TTRPG deep dives, be sure to hit Subscribe and join us for the rest of the series!Check out The Book of Magical Mishaps: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/569448/the-book-of-magical-mishaps-a-supplement-for-the-dragonbane-ttrpg
Vermis | EP 3 | He Who Wakes the Dead (ttrpg actual play)
01 Aug 2026
01:48:04
Nearly taken by the graveyard, a locked crypt provides a moment of respite. Something glimmers in the offering bowl on the tomb. Treasure or trap?Welcome to our unofficial TTRPG adaptation of the book Vermis by Plastiboo, using the Mork Borg system.
The ultimate compendium of spells has arrived! In this video, we kick off our complete deep-dive series into the newly released Dragonbane: Book of Magic. In this video we're covering the school of Harmonism. Whether you're a Game Master looking to challenge your players or a player looking to master the roll-under arcane arts, this series will guide you through every school, spell, and strange mishap. If you enjoy character-forward TTRPG deep dives, be sure to hit Subscribe and join us for the rest of the series!
Check out The Book of Magical Mishaps: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/569448/the-book-of-magical-mishaps-a-supplement-for-the-dragonbane-ttrpg
Vermis | EP 2 | A Grave Mistake (ttrpg actual play)
24 Jul 2026
01:49:25
A talking skull found among a tree of bones leads to the west, where it swears its body lies. A weeping, ghostly woman mutters among the headstones about her missing child, yet one is accused...Welcome to our unofficial TTRPG adaptation of the book Vermis by Plastiboo, using the Mork Borg system.
The ultimate compendium of spells has arrived! In this video, we kick off our complete deep-dive series into the newly released Dragonbane: Book of Magic. In this video we're covering the school of Symbolism. Whether you're a Game Master looking to challenge your players or a player looking to master the roll-under arcane arts, this series will guide you through every school, spell, and strange mishap.If you enjoy character-forward TTRPG deep dives, be sure to hit Subscribe and join us for the rest of the series!
Check out The Book of Magical Mishaps: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/569448/the-book-of-magical-mishaps-a-supplement-for-the-dragonbane-ttrpg
Hope's Last Day | EP 1 | Alien RPG Evolved Edition (actual play)
13 Jul 2026
02:27:43
Welcome to Hadley’s Hope on LV-426. The atmosphere is thick, the corporate pressure is high, and the air vents are definitely making a weird noise.In this actual play, we are running "Hope's Last Day," using the updated ALIEN RPG: Evolved Edition rules by Free League Publishing. This cinematic one-shot serves as a prequel to the events of Aliens (1986), charting the exact, chaotic final hours of the terraforming colony before total collapse.Our players step into the boots of regular colonists who have just returned from a routine maintenance run to find their home completely overrun by deadly, perfect organisms. With only one remaining Weyland-Yutani shuttle left on the pad, survival means heading right into the heart of the colony to grab the keys.---👉 WHAT TO EXPECT IN THIS VIDEO:• The Evolved Edition Mechanics: See how the updated rules for stealth, armor, and the iconic, spiral-inducing Stress & Panic system play out in real-time.• Cinematic Horror & Hidden Agendas: Watch as secret player goals conflict with the collective need to escape alive. Trust is a luxury they can't afford.• Xenomorph Chaos: Fast-paced, high-stakes encounters where every single dice roll could mean a permanent, bloody end for a character.If you enjoy sci-fi survival horror, tense roleplay, and watching players sweat under pressure, make sure to hit Like and Subscribe for more actual plays!---🛸 THE CAST & CREW:• Game Mother: Matt• Hirsch: Joey• Holroyd: Ducky• Sigg: Kirk• Singleton: Jason
The ultimate compendium of spells has arrived! In this video, we kick off our complete deep-dive series into the newly released Dragonbane: Book of Magic. In this video we're covering the school of Enchanting.Whether you're a Game Master looking to challenge your players or a player looking to master the roll-under arcane arts, this series will guide you through every school, spell, and strange mishap.If you enjoy character-forward TTRPG deep dives, be sure to hit Subscribe and join us for the rest of the series!Check out The Book of Magical Mishaps: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/569448/the-book-of-magical-mishaps-a-supplement-for-the-dragonbane-ttrpg
Vermis | EP 1 | An Isolated Crypt (ttrpg actual play)
10 Jul 2026
01:46:02
Four souls wake in an isolated crypt deep in the forest of Greengrave. Their memories drift and fade like the fog outside. Where will their path lead them?
Welcome to our unofficial TTRPG adaptation of the book Vermis by Plastiboo, using the Mork Borg system.
The ultimate compendium of spells has arrived! In this video, we kick off our complete deep-dive series into the newly released Dragonbane: Book of Magic. In this video we're covering the school of Witchcraft.Whether you're a Game Master looking to challenge your players or a player looking to master the roll-under arcane arts, this series will guide you through every school, spell, and strange mishap.If you enjoy character-forward TTRPG deep dives, be sure to hit Subscribe and join us for the rest of the series!Check out The Book of Magical Mishaps: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/569448/the-book-of-magical-mishaps-a-supplement-for-the-dragonbane-ttrpg
The ultimate compendium of spells has arrived! In this video, we kick off our complete deep-dive series into the newly released Dragonbane: Book of Magic. We're covering the school of Alchemy in this episode.Whether you're a Game Master looking to challenge your players or a player looking to master the roll-under arcane arts, this series will guide you through every school, spell, and strange mishap.If you enjoy character-forward TTRPG deep dives, be sure to hit Subscribe and join us for the rest of the series!
The Return of Ereb Altor | Interview with Astrolab Game Studio
29 Jun 2026
00:43:48
👉 Back Ereb Altor on Kickstarter right now: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/helmgast/ereb-altor-a-setting-for-dragonbaneIn this interview, we cover:The deep history of Ereb Altor and its connection to the 1980s classic, Drakar och Demoner.How Astrolab is modernizing the setting for 100% seamless compatibility with Dragonbane.A breakdown of the three massive new books: the Setting Guide, The Copper Sea, and Call of the Siren.Behind-the-scenes on the hand-painted, old-school oil artwork by Art Director Emil Gradén.What new kin, profession abilities, and magic rules are being unlocked.Learn more about Astrolab Game Studios:Website: https://astrolabstudio.se/
Path of Glory | EP 34 | Friends Never Fade (Dragonbane Actual Play)
25 Jun 2026
01:21:02
Deepmire changes with each step. Strange humanoid figures made of weeds and mud. A sky of deepest black. Will the hermit's wisdom aid them in earning Elusia's favor, or will they join the restless spirits of the mire?Andreas Lundström: https://soundcloud.com/rpgpodcaster
The ultimate compendium of spells has arrived! In this video, we kick off our complete deep-dive series into the newly released Dragonbane: Book of Magic. We're covering the school of Demonolgy in this episode.Whether you're a Game Master looking to challenge your players or a player looking to master the roll-under arcane arts, this series will guide you through every school, spell, and strange mishap.If you enjoy character-forward TTRPG deep dives, be sure to hit Subscribe and join us for the rest of the series!
The ultimate compendium of spells has arrived! In this video, we kick off our complete deep-dive series into the newly released Dragonbane: Book of Magic. We're covering the school of Necromancy in this episode.Whether you're a Game Master looking to challenge your players or a player looking to master the roll-under arcane arts, this series will guide you through every school, spell, and strange mishap.If you enjoy character-forward TTRPG deep dives, be sure to hit Subscribe and join us for the rest of the series!
Introduction & General Magic | Dragonbane's Book of Magic
07 Jun 2026
01:15:37
The ultimate compendium of spells has arrived! In this video, we kick off our complete deep-dive series into the newly released Dragonbane: Book of Magic. We're starting at the beginning with a comprehensive introduction to the book's structure, the philosophy of magic in the world, and an in-depth breakdown of the General Magic spells available to every caster.Whether you're a Game Master looking to challenge your players or a player looking to master the roll-under arcane arts, this series will guide you through every school, spell, and strange mishap.If you enjoy character-forward TTRPG deep dives, be sure to hit Subscribe and join us for the rest of the series!
Path of Glory | EP 33 | Undead Ire in the Mire (Dragonbane Actual Play)
30 May 2026
01:51:23
After a welcome meal and rest at Elusia's cottage, the path forward has been decided, into Deepmire. The final key to the gates of power could have been taken, but instead it has been chosen to be earned. What is this angry presence Elusia speaks of, and can it be tamed?
Path of Glory | EP 32 | Centaur of Attention (Dragonbane Actual Play)
29 May 2026
01:50:14
A curse abandoned in a ruined tower. Two beasts of the Dead Forest felled in a moonlit glade. Dawn breaks on the old barrow, with a path forward decided. Will it be a path of glory or folly?