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Micky, Em, Kris, and Grahame sit around the campfire for one last evening to talk about where their characters go next. ---- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Lumen Essence (they/them), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir). We are playing Sleepaway by Jay Dragon and Possum Creek Studios, with elements f…

The Counselors regroup, and consider their next course of action. Shawn makes a decision, Jett has doubts, Sabrina makes a stand, Lumin makes an entrance. Then it is time to face the Lindworm. ---- ---- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Lumen Essence (they/them), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir). We…

The next episode of Campfire is delayed while I finish editing it. Life just got in the way, but it's been recorded. We're also coming up on our Finale. So if you have questions about the Campfire Arc, feel free to email those to TheRoleLessTaken@gmail.com I also mentioned The Itch.io Creator Day bundle: https://itch.io/b/1500/july-creator-day-bund…

Divided in the Forest, the Counselors make new alliances, meet old enemies, and resolve old friendships. ---- CW: Abortion mention/Recent events (first minute of the episode) We also mention the following resources: National Network of Abortion Funds (NNAF): https://donate.abortionfunds.org/give/324729/#!/donation/checkout Itch.io Bundle for Aborti…

While Sabrina finishes filling Lucinda in on Sid's fate, the remaining kids wander off into the woods to investigate some extremely cool music. The Camp Counselors take off after them, but when Jett is separated from the group, xe must make a difficult choice. ---- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Lumen Essence (they/the…

Armed with the Moths, and a story, the Camp Counselors return to the Hellbender Queen to bargain for the power to combat the Lindworm. Sabrina tells Lucinda the truth of what happened to Sid. -- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir). We are playin…

Four scavengers pick through the ruins of St. Louis' tangle, trying to find a legendary plant whose beans make an excellent morning pick-me-up. Along the way, the party gets split up. While Blade and Finn continue on the mission, Indie and Muggsy have to search for Roger, Indie's cat. Features Asa (he/him) and Alex (he/him) of Backwater games, as w…

The Wolves hunt. They strike. They take. They leave. The Counselors deal with the aftermath. The Lindworm watches from somewhere nearby. -- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir). We are playing Sleepaway by Jay Dragon and Possum Creek Studios, wit…

Check out the To Change crowdfund page at https://gamefound.com/projects/usducktape/tochange --- What should have been an easy A in the geology course gets weird when the Professor drops an unexpected field trip on the class. Classmates Cassidy (she/her) and Brick (he/him) get a very hands-on education when a sinkhole places them in a tunnel, where…

Sabrina, Jett, and Shawn have a run-in with the Lindworm. Sabrina loses her cool, Jett leads a spell, and Shawn invites a new friend to hang out. -- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir). We are playing Sleepaway by Jay Dragon and Possum Creek Stu…

Returning to the Camp, Sabrina checks in with the remaining campers, who she finds in a daze on the beach. Jett and Shawn are distracted by the oncoming storm. -- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame. We are playing Sleepaway by Jay Dragon and Possum Creek Studio…

Jett guides Sabrina and Shawn into the Underhill King's chambers, where they bargain for information. The group then seeks an audience with the Hellbender Queen, and has to make more deals. -- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir). We are playing …

Reunited with a strange version of Jett, Achille is at the end of their rope. Shawn tries to help Jett remember, and Sabrina has some questions for an old acquaintance. -- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir). We are playing Sleepaway by Jay Drag…

Having reached the Well, the remaining counselors need to figure out what to do next. More truths and secrets come out, some strange stones reveal themselves, but in the end, they must climb down. -- This episode features the 'Down the Abandoned Well' Ritual for Sleepaway from WhatNames Games on Itch. For more of their work, visit whatnames.itch.io…

Achille's violent run-in with the Biggest Lindworm Skeptic, Tad, is interrupted by a tree bleeding onto the campers. Sean has a strange moment in the forest, but it's Sabrina who reveals a secret she can't run from anymore. -- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame…

While Shawn tries to get some sense from a trio of cryptic avian oracles, Achille's grief takes on new forms. Sabrina and the rest of the counselors make a decision about the safety of the campers. Someone gets sauced. -- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame. We …

Packing lanterns, snacks, and a tactical shovel, the counselors head out to find out what Alphonse was burying. -- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir). We are playing Sleepaway by Jay Dragon and Possum Creek Studios, with elements from the Uncan…

After an all-around terrible day, the campers and the counselors sit down for a calm evening of marshmallows, hot dogs, "music" and cryptic puzzles involving ghostly rabbits. -- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir). We are playing Sleepaway by Ja…

Achille and Shawn try their hands at magic, while Zack sneaks off to find his new, icy friend. When Sabrina goes looking for the absent camper, she runs into someone from outside the Camp. -- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir). We are playing S…

The morning of Sports Day, Achille opens up to Jett by the lake. Zach goes to find out where the bone came from. The Lindworm's latest attack splits the party--and the camp itself. -- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir). We are playing Sleepaway…

Moonlight over Roseville Beach is Kickstarting This Week! You can also check out the Quickstart Guide, played in this episode. --- When both a locally famous drag queen and Emery's co-worker (definitely not a crush, though...) don't show up for work, the shapeshifting gardener Ash and fresh-faced bartender Emery go to investigate, and find that str…

Era of Silence is Kickstarting This Month! For more information on the game, visit the Shrike Tabletop website. --- After a trip to the car dealership for a "high-class, long-term rental", Remy finds themself on a train to parenthood. Aton, Oscar, and Vant get to work on The Perfect Crime (we hope). --- Featuring: Robin as the GM Em as Aton Micky a…

Era of Silence is Kickstarting This Month! For more information on the game, visit the Shrike Tabletop website. --- Two priests, an assassin, and a mushroom walk into a radio studio... Stop me if you've heard this one before. An infamous radio host summons a group of unlikely freelancers to help him steal a compound used in food and drugs. --- Feat…

Achille finds themself in a conflagration of sorts, then tries to find a way back to Camp, while the Jett, Sabrina, and Shawn continue their search along the Sneaking Path. -- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir). We are playing Sleepaway by Jay …

With Achille missing, the rest of the Counselors have to deal with uncomfortable questions, insidious rumors, and a weird trick of the light, and Jett's rescue plan. Shawn makes an aphorism even the himbo gets. Also: Forest Quick Tips! ---- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her…

After a hearty morning of nature lessons, tree climbing, and a camp-wide scavenger hunt, two kids are missing. Jett and Shawn go searching on the lake, while Sabrina and Achille search the forest. Audio Note: We have some technical difficulties with the audio in this one, but work it into the story. -- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/t…

As the Camp Counselors settle in Jett tells a ghost story, which is a prelude to a revelation. Sabrina helps a reluctant (and loud) camper disentangle from their parents, while Shawn supervises. Achille invents a contest, and cleans a femur(?). -- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (…

While waiting for their train, travelers Ember and fiVe are accosted by a roguish teenager, and dragged into an archery contest. Neither of them really know about archery. -- In today's episode, we play World of Wyldrvir with Bee and Micky. For more info on Wyldrvir, see the game's website: https://worldofwyldrvir.carrd.co/ Cover image by Micky. So…

Note: This is the last-recorded episode of Roulette, but it is not the finale. More info in the intro, but we're bogged down with scheduling issues. We are posting this, and a one-shot, and then starting a new campaign with a new group. (Also, we had Audio problems with Megan's audio for the first 20 minutes, but I assure you she was hilarious in t…

We're experiencing some scheduling issues, but are committed to getting the final few episodes of Roulette out. We're currently working on the next one, and we'll announce on Social Media when we've got a release date. Also, US friends, don't forget to register to vote and make a plan to vote safely.…

The world is changed...I feel it in the meat. I feel it in the meat. I smell it...in the meat. -- Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/ Theme music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by Tom. Some sound effects from FreeSound.org, additional music from GameDevMarket. For…

Bear's still pissed. The group learns how to google. -- Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/ Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by Tom For more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook page. Or, follow us on Instagram @therolelesstaken, Twitter @rolel…

The gang solve the age old riddle "How do you crash a train that's already stopped?" and the crowbar reaches the end of its character arc. -- Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/ Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by Tom For more information about the show, visit…

Down the hatch! Board the train! Ride the rails! Fight the murder lizards! Pretty sure this is a Kenny Rogers song. -- Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/ Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by Tom For more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook pag…

Our intrepid gang of dudes (gender neutral) starts to unravel family secrets through the clever use of an involuntary, shared, fever-nightmare. -- Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/ Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by Tom For more information about the show, …

The Dufrense sisters are reunited under totally normal Dufresne family circumstances. Ross eats a sleeve of saltines. -- Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/ Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by Tom For more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook p…

On the road again! Nothing brings a group of friends together like a roap trip. And neon green murder lizards. -- Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/ Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by Tom For more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook page. Or…

The Failteam prepares for a close encounter of the chompy-chompy kind. -- Check Out Monster Care Squad on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sandypuggames/monster-care-squad For more information on the organizations highlighted in this episode, visit: https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/#bail -- Game System: Monster Care Squad by Sand…

Dr. Homestead sends his 'Failteam' to the town of Whalecrest to investigate some earthquakes. Possibly to help save a monster, or just to waste their time. -- Check Out Monster Care Squad on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sandypuggames/monster-care-squad For more information on the organizations highlighted in this episode, visit…

Ross, Bear, Lemon, and Finch orchestrate a business takeover using hostility and Spam. -- Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/ Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by Tom For more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook page. Or, follow us on Instagram…

Bear does all her own stunts. -- Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/ Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by Tom For more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook page. Or, follow us on Instagram @therolelesstaken, Twitter @rolelesstaken, or at https:/…

A bad decision a day keeps the doctor pretty much constantly in your life. -- Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/ Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by Tom For more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook page. Or, follow us on Instagram @theroleles…

The interrogation of Lemon, part II. Featuring familiar, but different, interrogators, and a crowbar. -- Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/ Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by Tom For more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook page. Or, follow …

Bear and Ross execute a rescue mission while Finch executes a stranger. Lemon interrogates her interrogators. -- Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/ Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by Tom For more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook page. Or,…

What a lovely day for a walk through the shadowy realm of the pyschic between! -- Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/ Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by Tom For more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook page. Or, follow us on Instagram @therol…

Podcast Review Day (#PodRevDay) is a monthly event that encourages fans and listeners of podcasts to take a moment to review their favorite podcasts on their platforms of choice. As we continue to make space for People of Color and Black people in podcasting, we recommend looking into the podcasts and resources listed in this promo: Podcasts In Col…

This week, The Role Less Taken is taking a pause to recognize the clusterfuck that is our justice system and our country. If you have the means, and feel so moved, consider supporting the following organizations: George Floyd Memorial Fund, Minnesota Freedom Fund, Black Visions Collective, Reclaim the Block, Unicorn Riot, Campaign Zero, National Ba…

Announcement: This Episode brought to you by Technical Difficulties. We will have our regularly scheduled chaos up and running for next week. In the meantime, let's go to space for five minutes. Captain Weston Bywater, of the Scout Ship Emissary, visits three uncharted planets and investigates anomalies. Cards drawn for these episodes: 8 of Hearts,…

Schedule for the day: Wake up. Breakfast. Catch up with friends. Light murder. Cook some drugs. End the day with inter-dimensional travel? -- Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/ Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by Tom For more information about the show, visit…

The lives of our protagonists are greatly improved by the reception of love letters from above. Did I say improved? I meant SIGNIFICANTLY WORSENED IN CRUEL AND UNUSUAL WAYS. -- Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/ Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by Tom For mor…