Gamewoven is an Actual Play podcast born from a frivolous idea that we think has been bubbling under the surface of AP for a few years now. You've heard of building a setting with The Quiet Year and then playing in that setting, but at Gamewoven we ask "can we go deeper?" Our goal is to build an entire world one game at a time. Rather than write out our worldbuilding ideas to make them coherent and internally consistent, we will pick a game every 2-4 weeks and see what kind of world emerges ...
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Ten Candles: May Our Gravestones Bear the Title of Your Final Chapter (an interlude)
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1:16:17Today, we witness some of the aftermath of the massacre at Dragstaff Gulch. https://cavalrygames.com/ten-candlesBy Gamewoven
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We discuss the second half of the recent arc, as well as our plans for what comes next.By Gamewoven
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Its time to take a close look at what exactly it is we created in the previous arc.By Gamewoven
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It will soon be time to return to the present, but first we must survive the past.By Gamewoven
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Bryn's birthday continues to take an unexpected turn. This time, its to Primsol's past.By Gamewoven
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We return to Primsol, where something strange is soon to waken. Also, its Bryn's birthday/By Gamewoven
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Most of our players come together at an unexpected location, and a plan is made that could change the future of the empire forever.By Gamewoven
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The matter of the future emperor is settled, at least for now.By Gamewoven
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The Bitter Litany 12: Imperialism Turned Inward
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48:12Paths start to cross as the situation continues to escalate as truths are revealed.By Gamewoven
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The Bitter Litany 11: Tyranny, Rules as Written
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52:27The quality of Bahamut and Renatia's days declines, while Gawain and Lauralai both find themselves with new projects to keep themselves occupied.By Gamewoven
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Battles are fought. Connections are made. Plans are put into motion.By Gamewoven
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The Bitter Litany 9: The Measure of a Monster
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38:15The time has come for the high houses to show off their martial prowess in arena battles. Monsters are fought. Traps are laid. And connections are made.By Gamewoven
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Anatel and Bahamut finish their conversation with Cecil Dunes. Lauralai strikes an accord with Dr. Kierenthal, inspiring a move against Magmallo that brings his actions into question.By Gamewoven
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The Bitter Litany 7: Imperial Bucket of Undying Crabs
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Offers are made. Negotiations occur. And plans are put into place.By Gamewoven
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The Bitter Litany 5: Ignore the Wolf
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1:08:41By Gamewoven
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Not all who are born into power are favored, but those who are not do what they can to make themselves invaluable.By Gamewoven
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The time has come to get to know the players in this twisted, political game.By Gamewoven
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The Bitter Litany 2: Gallons of the Stuff
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43:14There are more houses we need to know to set the scene for the upcoming drama. Then comes the time to start meeting our characters.By Gamewoven
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The Bitter Litany 1: Tomorrow Was Created Yesterday
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40:29With the help of a new game (still in development), we get to know the powers that be in the capital City of the Undying Empire.By Gamewoven
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The kids in Primsol take out a vampire and are greeted with the surprising reality of the coming war.By Gamewoven
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The kids take their drakes deep into the mines, hunting down the monster that hurt Bryn’s mom. On the way, they encounter the most unexpected allies and a surprising enemy.By Gamewoven
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Now that Bryn’s mom is in trustworthy hands, the kids decide to go and do some investigating. If they can find some blood, they can find who did this.By Gamewoven
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The kids and their drakes flee the scene of the crime, only to find something is amiss at the MacBeth house.By Gamewoven
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Kids on Drakes 1: All the Small Things
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1:00:02We meet 4 kids, growing up in Prim Solus, and witness one of their adventures. Ellis, Wyn, Penelope, and Gwen, are having what they think is an ordinary day, but that is soon about to change.By Gamewoven
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The people of the city settle into their new, ungrounded, reality, and the city planning department finishes their work before revealing the truth of their intentions.By Gamewoven
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City Planning Department 5: Go Big or Go Home
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41:40The work must go on and there is more city to build, including some additions to take advantage of the recent renewal.By Gamewoven
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City Planning Department 4: Urban Renewal
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59:09The City Planning Department decides to start over, removing one of their problems as they attempt to deal with the others while also expanding the city.By Gamewoven
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City Planning Department 3: Sportswashing
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44:46We build a secret barracks, a medical institution, and a dock. None of these happen without much discussion. And soon, we will have more challenges. https://kaelandm.itch.io/city-planning-department Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://bsky.app/profile…
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City Planning Department 2: Bone White and Bottle Green
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44:27Negotiations happen. Locals are walled off. A prison is built. Then the second term begins with the blossoming of a rebellion and the tidings of impending war. https://kaelandm.itch.io/city-planning-department Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://bsky.…
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City Planning Department 1: For the Birds
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53:54We take a step into the Undying Empire to witness the creation of a new city, courtesy of the designated city planners. https://kaelandm.itch.io/city-planning-department Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://bsky.app/profile/gamewoven.bsky.social https:…
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Cross Stitch 4 Part 3: Back Where We Started
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1:13:46The last part of our talkback for the Wandering Bridge arc, before we dive into the next chapter.By Gamewoven
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Cross Stitch 4 Part 2: All or Nothing
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1:16:30We discuss the development of Tarsig and the implications of the strange things that came with it.By Gamewoven
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Cross Stitch 4 Part 1: Water, Memories, and What We Leave Behind
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1:26:13We bring Meghan Cross in to discuss the first half of the wandering bridge arc, including the game she created.By Gamewoven
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The Quiet Year 12: Óro, Sé Do Bheatha ‘Bhaile
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34:06The Overtonians do what they can to prepare for what comes next. They find some unexpected survivors and celebrate life through song and dance before discussing what they are willing to die for. While some remain behind, many chose to return home, to Zehollow, and the Council of Grey. https://buriedwithoutceremony.com/the-quiet-year Join the commun…
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https://buriedwithoutceremony.com/the-quiet-year Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://bsky.app/profile/gamewoven.bsky.social https://twitter.com/gamewoven Support us: https://www.patreon.com/Gamewoven Our contributors: Rob B Rolling @robbrolling Lex O…
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The Quiet Year 10: Reprise and Recollection
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43:50The Overtonians discover the unsettling truth behind the missing Prism, and see the destruction caused by its removal. Then they discover the fae living within the trees and how to communicate with them. A vision is shared of what awaits them when the bridge returns to Zehollow. The excitement caused by this vision indirectly leads to someone disco…
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The Quiet Year 9: Winter in The Twin’s Cradle
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36:33The bridge arrives in the Twin Cradle Valley, and Overton witnesses what remains of Velekalum. They have to quickly adjust to the sudden winter, but help comes in an unexpected form with a hidden cost. https://buriedwithoutceremony.com/the-quiet-year Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music b…
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We take one last look around Velkalum and the people that call it home. It was quite a lovely place. Too bad it will not last. https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/clawhammer-games/before-the-flood-a-6-person-utopic-map-making-ttrpg#top Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Aud…
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The king in green causes chaos in the Whispering Woods with his magic acorns. A moat has been carved next to a hot springs, that is actually the mouth of a super volcano. This canal has a spirit attached to it, and that spirit has a purpose, but no one remembers what it is. https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/clawhammer-games/before-the-flood-a-6-…
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We find a prism that can transport people where they think they want to go, or so the stories say. A stoic soul cries for the first time in the face of a much needed reminder of a happier time. The people of the valley find a way to communicate with the fungal fairies. Then, something strange happens at the Prism. https://www.backerkit.com/c/projec…
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We continue exploring this whimsical place of magic and mystery, looking occasionally to the people who lived there. https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/clawhammer-games/before-the-flood-a-6-person-utopic-map-making-ttrpg#top Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow …
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Before the Flood 1: You Can’t Wake Up if You Don’t Fall Asleep
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47:07We begin to craft a land long lost, using a game gifted to us by the creators. An interesting land full of whimsy brought to life by a procedural game that feels like it was written for our table specifically. https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/clawhammer-games/before-the-flood-a-6-person-utopic-map-making-ttrpg#top Join the community: https://di…
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Mysteries continue to abound in Dau Litheria. Will the Overtonians learn the lesson they were sent here for, or will their home crumble within this once great city? https://buriedwithoutceremony.com/the-quiet-year Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://b…
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Discontent continues to brew within the fallen city of Dau Litheria as the Overtonians continue to struggle to survive in an increasingly haunted and increasingly hostile environment. https://buriedwithoutceremony.com/the-quiet-year Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio F…
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The bridge finds itself in a desolate, cursed city, just as their morale begins to crumble. What ruin will this bring upon the people of Overton? https://buriedwithoutceremony.com/the-quiet-year Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://bsky.app/profile/gam…
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Echoes of the Lost City - We always think we have more time
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19:45We delve into what records remain of the Lost City. https://meghanlynnftw.itch.io/echoes-of-the-lost-cityBy Gamewoven
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Oh Captain, My Captain 2: The Prize We’ve Sought
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58:06Certain truths start inching towards the light as the crew draws closer to the prize. This power comes with a price, and not all answers will be found before they get there. https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Ultimate-RPG-Series-Presents-Oh-Captain-My-Captain!/James-D-Amato/Ultimate-Role-Playing-Game-Series/9781507222829…
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Oh Captain, My Captain 1: Grim And Daring
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50:00A crew has formed around a captain who practices alchemy and has perfected the art of violence. As they fall on hard times, those most loyal to her join her on a quest to find a prize that will fix everything. https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Ultimate-RPG-Series-Presents-Oh-Captain-My-Captain!/James-D-Amato/Ultimate-Role-Playing-Game-Seri…
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The people of Overton continue to leave a lasting, mostly positive impact on the town of Tarsig until it is time for the bridge to leave once more. https://buriedwithoutceremony.com/the-quiet-year Join the community: https://discord.gg/x7bVkJ6Bj6 Theme Music by Chester Studios Additional music by Tabletop Audio Follow us: https://bsky.app/profile/g…
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