Best How To Play Call Of Cthulhu Podcasts (2025)

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The Day We Met? 3/3 | Actual Play Improv Comedy 49:57

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In this actual play episode, we’re back in a scary place where the angles don’t make sense and neither do our choices. Luck just keeps running out inside the weird geometry of Keystone Tower. Feelings get messy and something impossible squeezes its way into the night in our Call of Cthulhu one-shot finale. Content Warnings: body horror, violence, g…

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The Day We Met? 2/3 | Actual Play One-Shot Adventure 48:28

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In this actual play episode, our Call of Cthulhu investigators step into the gleaming halls of Keystone Tower. Strange architecture blurs the line between reality and illusion in this cosmic horror scenario. Nothing about this visit goes quite as planned. Content Warnings: drugging, sexual innuendo, profanity Featuring Ross Bryant as Keeper of Arca…

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The Day We Met? 1/3 w/ Rashawn Scott 50:25

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The cast dives headfirst into an improvised TTRPG romantic comedy. What starts as quirky New Yorkers juggling careers and love lives begins to spiral. Maybe, just maybe, the universe has bigger plans than anyone expects in this Call of Cthulhu one-shot game. Content Warnings: drug and alcohol use, sexual innuendo, animal endangerment, profanity Vis…

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The Obverse of the Mirror 3/3 | Call of Cthulhu One-Shot 1:02:52

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In this improv horror episode, fire spreads and choices spiral out of control in this actual play one-shot finale. Dreams blur with reality as allies and enemies both reveal unexpected sides. Will everyone make it back out, and if so will they be happy living with the forbidden knowledge of cosmic horrors? Content Warnings: self-harm, body horror, …

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The Obverse of the Mirror 2/3 | Call of Cthulhu Actual Play 59:23

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In this actual play episode, the group goes all in on a séance, but things don’t exactly go as planned . The mirror has its own secrets, and soon enough, they’re up against eldritch horror they can barely comprehend. Content Warnings: psychological horror, depictions of violence and gore, drug use, smoking, unsettling imagery, profanity Featuring R…

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The Obverse of the Mirror 1/3 w/ Paula Deming 48:51

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In this Call of Cthulhu TTRPG one-shot, the group dives into a story set in Victorian England. A croquet champion, an occult shopkeeper, a Pinkerton agent, and a decadent artist find themselves drawn into the orbit of a strange aristocrat with a disturbing new acquisition. What begins as witty banter over beauty and decadence soon takes a darker tu…

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Call of Cthulhu and You: Rules for TTRPG Actual Play 1:12:52

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New to Call of Cthulhu? This TTRPG rules primer will help you follow along with Push the Roll with Ross Bryant. We cover the basics you’ll hear in play. Character sheets, skill rolls, pushing the roll, spending luck, sanity loss, and what combat really means when you’re just a fragile human in a world of cosmic horror. Using our improvised boarding…

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What is Push the Roll with Ross Bryant? (Call of Cthulhu Actual Play Podcast) 40:51

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Welcome to Push the Roll with Ross Bryant, our improvised comedy horror actual play podcast. We use Call of Cthulhu to tell stories that are as unpredictable as they are unsettling. This episode is our “what the heck is this show?” moment. If you’re new here or just want to hang out with Ross, Paula, and cup while we talk about what makes PTR tick,…

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Trailer - Push the Roll with Ross Bryant (Call of Cthulhu Actual Play Podcast) 1:00

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Hey there. Welcome to Push the Roll with Ross Bryant, an improvised Call of Cthulhu podcast shaped entirely by suggestions you submit on our Patreon. This quick trailer is our way of setting the stage and inviting you into our delightfully weird storytelling space. Each episode is spontaneous and bursting with cosmic horror, strange intrigue, and p…

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Mogmoden, Sheltered Academic - Being Curious with Rene Legault (Fabula Ultima) 52:00

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Rene Legault brings Mogmoden to the table. Mog is a teenage academic in the pursuit of practical knowledge and answers to intellectual mysteries in his first time venturing out into the world. Rene and I discuss creating characters who are curious about the world, imaginary bestiaries, and the drama of JRPGs. Mogmoden is built for Fabula Ultima by …

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Petty Dreadful, a Survivor - Breaking the Game with Rowan Zeoli (Deathmatch Island) 1:02:28

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Rowan Zeoli brings Petty Dreadful to the table. Petty is a rage-fueled, attention-seeking drag queen Playing to Win. Rowan and I discuss gender performance, radical imagination, and the parallels between reality television and actual plays. Petty Dreadful is built for Deathmatch Island by Tim Denee. Rowan Zeoli is a journalist covering the intersec…

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Sarge, Norma, and Harmony - Troupe Style Play with Andrew Beauman (Out of Orbit) 1:18:27

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Andrew Beauman brings Sarge and Norma to the table, and we create Harmony together. Sarge, Norma, and Harmony are survivors of a spaceship crash hoping to make it back out of orbit. Andrew and I discuss troupe-style mechanics and playing multiple characters - and how that changes the way we create characters. We discuss finding empathy through TTRP…

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Aria Godey, Pirate Captain - Embodying Your Character with SpunkyTaylor (Thirsty Sword Lesbians) 59:09

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Taylor brings Captain Aria Godey to the table. Captain Aria is a pirate who touched a gold piece that is slowly consuming her and turning her into gold. Taylor and I discuss belonging as a Black creator in the TTRPG space, learning to accept that plus size bodies can be desired, and how cosplay informs character building. This character is built fo…

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Chase Cameron, aka Showtime - Alternate Futures with Will Malkus (Masks: a New Generation) 1:04:14

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WIll Malkus brings Chase Cameron, aka Showtime, to the table. Chase is a teenager who recently became a superhero when he found a watch that can stop time. Will and I nerd out on comics, deconstruct the women in refrigerators trope, and discuss how TTRPGs let us play out better futures. This character is built for Masks: a New Generation by Brendan…

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Jessica Jeroux, Drow Archeologist - Transition and Leveling Up with Justin Gagliani (D&D 5e) 1:18:14

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Justin Gagliani brings Jessica Jeroux to the table. Jessica is a drow trans woman pursuing knowledge of lost civilizations. Justin and I discuss what it means to be a trans woman in gender-segregated drow society, learning to explore and express your gender, and the narrative implications of D&D mechanics. This character is built for D&D 5e. Justin…

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Chris Strausman, Socially Isolated Streamer - Growing Up and Showing Up with Blerdy Disposition (Call of Cthulhu) 1:00:21

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Blerdy Disposition brings Chris Strausman to the table. Chris is a Twitch streamer with a lot of growing up to do, searching Reddit and relying on his followers to find his missing sister. Blerdy and I compare Lovecraftian horrors to YouTube comments, discuss the importance of being there for your community, both in and out of character, and talk a…

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Everett Nichols, a Protector Who Defends What Matters - Healing from the Past with DJ BeeZee (Old Gods of Appalachia) 1:18:47

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Content Warning this episode for brief mentions of forced sterilization (49:03-49:53) and death of a child (57:40-57:48). DJ BeeZee brings Everett Nichols to the table. Everett is a union man, through and through, who defends those closest to him. DJ and I discuss healing from generational trauma, the union history of Appalachia, and how finding pl…

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Call of Cthulhu Live! | The Athenaeum | Indianapolis 2024 2:37:58

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For the second year in a row, the Glass Cannon Network returned to the Athaneum in Indianapolis for another night of Call of Cthulhu Live! Keeper Troy Lavallee was joined by his Glass Cannon fellow founders Joe O'Brien, Skid Maher and Matthew Capodicasa along with the cast of Time For Chaos—Rob Kerkovich, Kate Stamas, Noura Ibrahim and Ross Bryant—…

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Don Rigals, Communist Clark Kent - Representation and Speaking Out with AC Lawrence (Call of Cthulhu) 52:10

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Adrian Lawrence brings Don Rigals to the table. Don is a fur-obsessed secret communist delving into New York's underground to find his brother. Adrian and I discuss being outspoken about your political values, the power of representation, and not being "Mexican enough." This character is built for Call of Cthulhu. AC Lawrence is a Mexican-American …

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Looking Back on Two Years - Diversity Report and Giveaway Announcement 11:31

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I've been bringing characters without stories and the creators who made them to the table for TWO YEARS! It felt like a good time to get reflective and talk about something I've been working on - diversifying my guests and the games we talk about. I also did a two year anniversary giveaway - tune in to find out who won! Send us a text Cover art by …

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Reyna the Lion - Being a Woman Online with Alejandra Wilhelm (D&D5e) 1:00:47

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Content warning this episode for discussions of sexual assault and sexual harassment. We don’t go into any detail, but if this topic is a trigger for you, I recommend you skip it. Alejandra Wilhelm brings Reyna to the table. Reyna is a fierce and loyal barbarian hiding her identity from the archfey her father sold her to. Alejandra and I discuss pa…

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Grammarye Praise-God Winthrop, Teenage Witch - Acting Out with Juicy Garland (Monsterhearts 2e) 1:01:15

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Juicy Garland brings Grammarye Praise-God Winthrop to the table. Grammarye is a teenage witch and the black sheep of a family with a 400 year vendetta against the Salem Witch Trial judges who killed their ancestor. Juicy and I share our love for witchy touchstones like The Craft and The Witch (or as we say The VVitch), sympathize with Grammarye's d…

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Kit, the Sea Witch - Friendship is Magic with Savannah Rayne (D&D5e) 45:12

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Savannah Rayne brings Kit to the table. Kit is a con woman on the run in disguise as a man, who finds family and the confidence to harness her innate magic on a pirate ship. Savannah and I discuss roleplaying away from a table in private chat and public cosplay. We also talk about Savannah's two favorite tropes - found family and the sorcerer gaini…

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Oba Manu, Family Guy - Parent Tropes and Pastoral Hopes with Navaar Seik-Jackson (Pathfinder 2e) 48:22

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Navaar Seik-Jackson brings Oba Manu to the table. Oba is a dad who wants nothing more than to live the simple life, but is pulled back into adventuring for "one last job." Navaar and I discuss having a family both at and away from the table, needing to protect your family while avoiding violence - and how scary that can be as a Black father, and po…

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Death Be Not Proud | Time For Chaos S2 E20 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep 4:54:51

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On the night of the full moon, the investigators attempt to break into Misr House and infiltrate the Grand Rite of the Brotherhood of the Black Pharoah. For a limited time, use the code "TFC" at Chaosium.com to receive 10% off your entire order. Time For Chaos is a playthrough of Masks of Nyarlathotep for the 7E Call of Cthulhu role-playing game sy…

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Lancelot, Blind Fighter - Testing Your Limits with Stephan Kelly (Coven and Crucible) 56:48

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Stephan Kelly brings Lancelot to the table. Lance is a blind martial artist in a coven of witches, doing his best to leave the world a little bit better than when he found it. Stephan and I discuss building a character while you're building the system, testing the limits of system mastery, and an unfortunate jousting accident. This character is bui…

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Island Time | Time For Chaos S2 E19 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep 2:56:40

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The investigators make their way to Walton-on-the-Naze in search of Misr House. For a limited time, use the code "TFC" at Chaosium.com to receive 10% off your entire order. Time For Chaos is a playthrough of Masks of Nyarlathotep for the 7E Call of Cthulhu role-playing game system by Chaosium. Watch new episodes of Time For Chaos Fridays at 8PM ET …

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One Little Room | Time For Chaos S2 E18 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep 2:27:18

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After an invisible attack in the night, the investigators are left reeling. For a limited time, use the code "TFC" at Chaosium.com to receive 10% off your entire order. Time For Chaos is a playthrough of Masks of Nyarlathotep for the 7E Call of Cthulhu role-playing game system by Chaosium. Watch new episodes of Time For Chaos Fridays at 8PM ET on h…

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Orco the Magnificent, Sh*tty Wizard - Religious Rebellion with Grant Nordine (D&D5e) 1:01:02

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Grant brings Orco the Magnificent to the table. Orco is not a very good wizard, but he gives it his best shot. Grant and I discuss religious trauma, high school theater, and the opposite of min-maxing. This character is built for D&D5e. Grant Nordine is the titular game master of Game Master Monday and the guide for Bella's Comet. Grant is an award…

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Smoke on the Water | Time For Chaos S2 E17 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep 2:02:59

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Down at the Limehouse Docks, Carter attempts a daring break in. For a limited time, use the code "TFC" at Chaosium.com to receive 10% off your entire order. Time For Chaos is a playthrough of Masks of Nyarlathotep for the 7E Call of Cthulhu role-playing game system by Chaosium. Watch new episodes of Time For Chaos Fridays at 8PM ET on https://twitc…

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Exhibit A | Time For Chaos S2 E16 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep 2:05:31

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The investigators split up to tail their two prime suspects. For a limited time, use the code "TFC" at Chaosium.com to receive 10% off your entire order. Time For Chaos is a playthrough of Masks of Nyarlathotep for the 7E Call of Cthulhu role-playing game system by Chaosium. Watch new episodes of Time For Chaos Fridays at 8PM ET on https://twitch.t…

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Tendertwig, Sweet Summer Child - Childlike Wonder with Tori Fica (Pathfinder 2e) 41:34

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Tori Fica brings Tendertwig to the table. Tendertwig is a Leshy Oracle who moves through life with the confidence of a child - because they are actually only 1 year old. Tori and I discuss the freedom of playing a character utterly devoid of imposter syndrome, how being cute is a special ability, and playing a literal baby. This character is built …

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Hidden Lines | Time For Chaos S2 E15 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep 2:12:05

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An attempt to break into Henson Manufacturing goes quickly awry. For a limited time, use the code "TFC" at Chaosium.com to receive 10% off your entire order. Time For Chaos is a playthrough of Masks of Nyarlathotep for the 7E Call of Cthulhu role-playing game system by Chaosium. Watch new episodes of Time For Chaos Fridays at 8PM ET on https://twit…

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Safe House | Time For Chaos S2 E14 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep 2:06:21

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With a new companion in tow, the investigators look into Henson Manufacturing. For a limited time, use the code "TFC" at Chaosium.com to receive 10% off your entire order. Time For Chaos is a playthrough of Masks of Nyarlathotep for the 7E Call of Cthulhu role-playing game system by Chaosium. Watch new episodes of Time For Chaos Fridays at 8PM ET o…

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Two Little Ducks | Time For Chaos S2 E13 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep 2:19:19

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Vaughn's homecoming to Eagle's Grange is anything but peaceful. For a limited time, use the code "TFC" at Chaosium.com to receive 10% off your entire order. Time For Chaos is a playthrough of Masks of Nyarlathotep for the 7E Call of Cthulhu role-playing game system by Chaosium. Watch new episodes of Time For Chaos Fridays at 8PM ET on https://twitc…

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Rhan Halvard, Paladin of Fate - Death and Destiny with Chriss Knight (D&D 5e) 47:18

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Chriss brings Rhan Halvard to the table. Rhan was a wizard who became a revenant in the service of Istus when her attempt to change her fate had unexpectedly dire results. Chriss and I discuss death, grief, and catharsis, the role of fate in a fantasy story where gods are real, and how much backstory you truly need. This character is built for D&D5…

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The Prodigal Son | Time For Chaos S2 E12 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep 2:05:09

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Content Warning. Please note that this episode contains depictions of violence that some people may find disturbing. A savage battle leaves the investigators reeling and Eloise's victims clinging to life. For a limited time, use the code "TFC" at Chaosium.com to receive 10% off your entire order. Time For Chaos is a playthrough of Masks of Nyarlath…

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Old Habits | Time For Chaos S2 E11 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep 2:18:27

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Content Warning. Please note that this episode contains depictions of violence that some people may find disturbing. Deep beneath Plum Castle, the investigators find that Eloise has somehow escaped the family dungeon. For a limited time, use the code "TFC" at Chaosium.com to receive 10% off your entire order. Time For Chaos is a playthrough of Mask…

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Lupus In Fabula | Time For Chaos S2 E10 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep 2:02:31

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The dark mysteries surrounding the village of Lesser Edale deepen. For a limited time, use the code "TFC" at Chaosium.com to receive 10% off your entire order. Watch new episodes of Time For Chaos Fridays at 8PM ET on https://youtube.com/theglasscannon Cast: Troy Lavallee (Keeper), Ross Bryant, Noura Ibrahim, Rob Kerkovich, Kate Stamas Time For Cha…

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Law and Orders | Time For Chaos S2 E9 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep 2:11:39

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The investigators entangle themselves in uncovering the truth behind a local tragedy. For a limited time, use the code "TFC" at Chaosium.com to receive 10% off your entire order. Watch new episodes of Time For Chaos Fridays at 8PM ET on https://youtube.com/theglasscannon Cast: Troy Lavallee (Keeper), Ross Bryant, Noura Ibrahim, Rob Kerkovich, Kate …

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Exit, the Outsider - Character Building is Worldbuilding with Sam Dunnewold (Apocalypse World) 1:00:24

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Sam Dunnewold brings Exit to the table. Exit is a scavenger living on the edges of a dangerous psychic mist and a society that demands they conform. Sam and I discuss building a character within the context of a post apocalyptic world, being brave because you have to be, and transparency in gaming. This character is built for Apocalypse World by D.…

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Four Great Beasts | Time For Chaos S2 E8 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep 2:04:41

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A rash decision outside Empire Spices threatens to derail the investigation. For a limited time, use the code "TFC" at Chaosium.com to receive 10% off your entire order. Watch new episodes of Time For Chaos Fridays at 8PM ET on https://youtube.com/theglasscannon Cast: Troy Lavallee (Keeper), Ross Bryant, Noura Ibrahim, Rob Kerkovich, Kate Stamas Ti…

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Spice It Up! | Time For Chaos S2 E7 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep 2:25:23

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Margot and Carter make a disturbing discovery within the Penhew Foundation while Fairuz and Vaughn are given a chilling warning. For a limited time, use the code "TFC" at Chaosium.com to receive 10% off your entire order. Watch new episodes of Time For Chaos Fridays at 8PM ET on https://youtube.com/theglasscannon Cast: Troy Lavallee (Keeper), Ross …

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Riley and Jean-Pierre, a Masked Vampire - Code-Switching and Authenticity with Aetherius Bordeaux (Vampire the Masquerade 5e) 1:36:41

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Aetherius brings Riley Howard/Jean Pierre Baptiste to the table. Riley is a Ministry kindred masquerading as Jean-Pierre, a Toreador in the Camarilla. Aetherius and I discuss being your authentic self, being the only Black player at the table, and writing strong yet flawed Black women. This character is built for Vampire the Masquerade 5e published…

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Hearts and Clubs | Time For Chaos S2 E6 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep 2:08:43

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The investigators pair off to follow up on multiple leads. For a limited time, use the code "TFC" at Chaosium.com to receive 10% off your entire order. Watch new episodes of Time For Chaos Fridays at 8PM ET on https://youtube.com/theglasscannon Cast: Troy Lavallee (Keeper), Ross Bryant, Noura Ibrahim, Rob Kerkovich, Kate Stamas Time For Chaos is a …

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Night Terrors | Time For Chaos S2 E5 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep 2:00:16

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A chilling visitation in the night threatens more than just the sanity of the investigators. For a limited time, use the code "TFC" at Chaosium.com to receive 10% off your entire order. Watch new episodes of Time For Chaos Fridays at 8PM ET on https://youtube.com/theglasscannon Cast: Troy Lavallee (Keeper), Ross Bryant, Noura Ibrahim, Rob Kerkovich…

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Otto Von Kurtzel, Mecha Grandpa - Family Ties with Joseph Byler (D&D5e) 38:41

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Joseph brings Otto Von Kurtzel to the table. Otto is a family man who built a mech suit to help him live with a degenerative disease. Joseph and I discuss punching dragons, having people worth fighting for, and tinkering for good. This character is built for D&D5e. Joseph Byler, an aspiring TTRPG writer and nurse. They're also a proud redneck and l…

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Everyone's a Critic | Time For Chaos S2 E4 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep 2:10:49

1+ y ago2:10:49

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After an unexpected battle with a vicious entity, the investigators try to wrap up a hectic first day in London before pursuing new leads. For a limited time, use the code "TFC" at Chaosium.com to receive 10% off your entire order. Watch new episodes of Time For Chaos Fridays at 8PM ET on https://youtube.com/theglasscannon Cast: Troy Lavallee (Keep…

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Artist In Residence | Time For Chaos S2 E3 | Call of Cthulhu Masks of Nyarlathotep 2:05:15

1+ y ago2:05:15

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Following up on an article that Jackson Elias was interested in, the investigators arrive at the residence of a local artist. For a limited time, use the code "TFC" at Chaosium.com to receive 10% off your entire order. Watch new episodes of Time For Chaos Fridays at 8PM ET on https://youtube.com/theglasscannon Cast: Troy Lavallee (Keeper), Ross Bry…

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Nix, a Children's Party Magician - Quirks and Quests with Alex (Quest) 44:09

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Alex brings Nix to the table. Alex is a traveling magician who cheerfully becomes a hero. Alex and I discuss mad libs character creation, the nature of magic, and being inspired by a hat. This character is built for Quest. Alex, also known as Apples_n_Cinnamon, a ttrpg enthusiast and a blooming forever GM. They make TTRPG content somewhat sporadica…