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“You’re on fire three times now!” - Ebullient

The Ghost Wardens are in Capital City awaiting the Emperor’s pleasure, and are seeking ways to ingratiate themselves with the local population.

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); and Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo).

“Hey guys, flying guillotine!” - Knives

The Ghost Wardens have removed a haunt from a brothel, and on their return, spotted a suspicious figure lurking in the darkness…

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“Justice will be served.” - Cheerful

The Ghost Wardens have discovered that a Hungry Tree is operating in the capital, and one minister’s head has already been replaced by a wooden replica. Now they have a chance to ply their trade and influence a minister to their side by eliminating a pesky ghost.

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“That’s bad, isn’t it!” - Knives

The Ghost Wardens have arrived in Capital City, but the Emperor has refused to see them. Now they are exploring the city, and Knives is about to have a strange encounter…

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“Nothing is impossible.” – Knives

Enroute to Capital City, the Ghost Wardens stopped in Stone Drum to participate in a tournament for leadership of the Valiant Societies. Knives triumphed, but a new challenger entered at the last moment – Thunder Lau, an officer of the undead Inevitable Army.

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“Nothing is impossible.” – Knives

The Ghost Wardens have preserved Ghost Mountain – now they must return to the empire to discover what plots surround the emperor and the Inevitable Army.

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“We hit the correct target.” – Bolt Fist

The Ghost Wardens are battling for the future of their home, Ghost Mountain – and so far the battle goes poorly. Will the temple perish in a fiery inferno?

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“Considerable pain? It was the work of a moment!” - Cheerful

The Ghost Wardens have divided their forces – some are struggling to escape from the collapsing tomb where they retrieved the Dragon Slaying Sword, and others are fortifying Ghost Mountain against the coming onslaught of the unruly dead.

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“…and STAY dead!” - Ebuillient

The Ghost Wardens are racing to the Mountain to protect it from an army of undead, but the Mirror of Ever Present sight has revealed a powerful magic sword within their reach. Will they divert to find it?

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“A great many women are smitten by my beauty and charm – as are a great many men.” - Cheerful

The Ghost Wardens are in battle with demonic forces at Blue Serpent Manor to retrieve the Mirror of Ever Present Sight. What secrets will the mirror reveal?

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“I disapprove of Walong’s parenting style.” - Knives

The Ghost Wardens have arrived at Blue Serpent Manor, where Lady Walong has dispatched them on a mission to recover her kidnapped children – but all is not as it seems.

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“I am not here to challenge your body, I am here to challenge your spirit.” - Cheerful

A zombie army is coming for the city of Dead Lake, and the Wardens must decide how – and if- to defend it.

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“I’m not a wizard, I’m a martial artist!” – Bolt Fist

The Ghost Wardens battle the demon Razorlash on their way to retrieve the Mirror of Ever Present Sight from Blue Serpent Mountain.

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“Rude.” – Cheerful

“Well, we did just throw two of his friends off the mountain.” - Ebullient

The Ghost Wardens are continuing their strange journey on the Cloud Road, encountering dangers and fellow-travellers as they go.

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“Aww, now I feel bad.” - Knives

The Ghost Wardens have defeated the zombie army at Dead Lake, and their mission to retrieve the Mirror of Ever Present Sight takes them onto the dangerous Cloud Road.

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“I will lay my hands of encouragement on him.” - Ebullient

Enroute to the Mirror of Ever Present Sight, the Ghost Wardens have encountered a mystery. Strange green lights emanate from the center of Dead Lake, and the Wardens are on their way to investigate.

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“I know everything there is to teach!” - Knives

The Ghost Wardens defeated the Imperial Dragon and saved the Hell Gate – what new mission will Abbott Mu have for them now?

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“I didn’t get MY butt kicked.” - Sneaky

After the battle of Venture Fields, the Ghost Wardens have returned to the Mountain only to find that the ghost of the Imperial Dragon has wreaked havoc before them.

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“I for one did not see that coming.” - Ebullient

The Ghost Wardens have established precedence through ritual combat; now, Abbott Mu of Ghost Mountain has a mission for them.

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“It appears the air has slowed the movement of your hands, fan thrower and user” – Bolt Fist

The Foundry Monsters embark on a new adventure - the Legend of Ghost Mountain!

Characters: Bolt Fist Jiao, master of music sorcery (Bob); Cheerful Fan, who smiles through his sorrow (Brendan); Ebullient Gong Gou, dog devil and fire sorcerer (Frank); Knives Tso, ox devil blade master (Jung Soo); and Sneaky Chao, silent assassin (Ron).

“Sorry, buddy, I failed you.” - Piety

The great battle of Blasted Beauty is over, but the misfits have cornered three Big Boys at their command tower. The Big Boys are doing a lot of damage, and the misfits are likely to need all the help they can get to win the day.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

“How often do you get to throw dynamite?” – Booker

The misfits have assembled an army, and the Big Boys have assembled one to face them. The destiny of the Holler will be set on the plateau of Blasted Beauty!

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

“That was my favorite liver!” – Karl

The misfits have been cursed by an evil witch on their return journey to Ashdown after learning the power to summon demons. How can they break the spell?

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron).

“...and I wake up screaming” – Karl

The misfits have acquired the means to command demons, and are headed out of the Faefall for Ashdown – but what dangers still await in this green and pleasant land?

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

“I’m going to go and seduce myself” – Old Blue

The misfits are seeking the ability to command demons and set them on the Big Boys. What price will the fae queen ask for this power?

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron).

“So we’re doin’ the honey and the big stick!” -- Piety

The misfits are headed for the site of a possible revolt against the Big Boys. Will they be able to light the fires of freedom?

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron).

“Your mother was a toaster!” - Karl

The misfits answer a call for help and find themselves battling out-of-control automata.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

“I’m king of the mountain, and I challenge all of you!” - Karl

The misfits have rescued demolitionist Stormy Pickins and discovered that undead workers are manning a nearby recycling center. It’s time to blow something up!

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

“Yer mama was a fine woman!” - Old Blue

The misfits are fighting their way into Bondurant asylum to rescue demolitions expert Stormy Pickens, and after defeating pumpkin-head demons and hell hounds, are confronted with shock-stick armed orderlies.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

“So optimistic. That’s why he’s in the front.” - Booker

The misfits are headed for the Bondurant Asylum to bust out Stormy Pickins, notorious demolitionists, but some strange obstacles stand in their way.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

“Hey, demon – you got a head?” - Karl

Some divination has revealed a danger to the town of Almarine underground in a large sinkhole. Who will brave the terror of the depths to protect the townsfolk?

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

“I feel a little green.” - Buck

The misfits investigate a strange sinkhole in the town of Almarine and encounter some colorful characters and a whole lot of entrails.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

“Nice criming, Booker” - Karl

The misfits have traced the Meatyardians to their source – now they need to deal with their fiendish creators!

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

“A Liquid Shroom Distillate, LSD, if you will.” - Buck

The misfits follow up rumors of attack on Holler oldsters and arrive at Terrapin Corner. What are these strange humanoids from the fens?

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

“It will hasten their travel on the road to Hell.” - Piety

The misfits are on a mission to find out why Fergus Dugan is producing so much more moonshine. Turns out, the answer is zombies.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

“I’m gonna poke a zombie.” - Karl

The misfits are headed for Cherry Mountain to help notorious bootlegger Amos Mulholland with a rival with backing from the Big Boys.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

“But I have the fear of the Lord on my side!” - Piety

In this shorter episode, the misfits are ready to blow the Badin Mountain Tunnel, but a horde of wriggling mouthers have other ideas.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

“Punching a ghost is on my bucket list.” - Karl

The misfits have arrived at Badin Mountain and connected with Stormy Pickins, a demolitions expert. Hiding in the woods from the Big Boys, they have engaged in battle with Tommy Rawhead and Bloody Bones, the revenants of two dead miners.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

This week on the Happy MonsterCast, the misfits head to Badin Mountain to sabotage a Big Boy’s construction project.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

“Ooh, pick me! Over here, pick me!” - Karl

The misfits are investigating Maximus Wonderly and his cryptid zoo and gambling operation. Can Karl survive battle with the dreaded Sheepsquatch?

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

“It’s time to adjust some attitudes.” - Piety This week on the Happy MonsterCast, the misfits battle cave demons and investigate rumors of dangerous critters on the loose.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

“Verdinite. The Big Boys want it, and we want to keep away from it” - Booker. This week on the Happy MonsterCast, the misfits attempt a rescue of some trapped coal miners.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

“Well, we're not tied to a tree, so that's a good sign.” - Karl.

This week on the Happy MonsterCast, the misfits investigate highway robbery and meet the fae folk. Featuring Brendan, Frank, Ron, and Jung Soo of the Foundry Monsters.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

This week on the Happy MonsterCast, someone is out to kill Tinsey Yates before she can reach the Roost – can the misfits stop him? Featuring Ron, Brendan, Frank, and Jung Soo of the Foundry Monsters.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

This week on the Happy MonsterCast, the misfits lead a rescue mission for a notorious outlaw. Featuring Ron, Brendan, Bob, and Jung Soo of the Foundry Monsters.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

This week on the Happy MonsterCast, the misfits fight the monstrous Piney King! Featuring Ron, Brendan, Jung Soo, and Frank of the Foundry Monsters.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

This week on the Happy MonsterCast, the rascals fight to free a witch who doesn’t seem to want liberation. Featuring Ron, Brendan, Jung Soo, Bob and Frank of the Foundry Monsters.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

This week on the Happy MonsterCast, the rascals investigate a strange malaise. Featuring Ron, Brendan, Bob and Frank of the Foundry Monsters.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

This week on the Happy MonsterCast, the rascals investigate a strange malaise. Featuring Ron, Brendan, Jung Soo, Bob and Frank of the Foundry Monsters.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron). 

This week on the Happy MonsterCast, the rascals race a ghost around Hell’s Hairpin. Featuring Ron, Brendan, Jung Soo, Bob and Frank of the Foundry Monsters.

Characters: preacher Piety Jackson (Brendan), gouger Karl son of Karl (Frank), mountain magician Buck Grayson (Bob), bootleg distiller Booker Noe (Jung Soo), and itinerant crooner Old Blue (Ron).