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A TTRPG actual play YouTube show with new episodes Tuesdays at 4pm MTN. Our story takes place in the homebrew world of Argilia and uses the new DC20 TTRPG system developed by The Dungeon Coach. The focus is on telling a good story and having fun with our friends. Three unlikely heroes are given tickets to join an envoy headed to the long lost elven lands of Enara. Ravi is a star pupil jock wizard with special lineage, Orrin is a junior city guard running from his past, and Julius is an angel ...
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DesiQuest

Jasmine Bhullar, Anjali Bhimani, Sandeep Parikh, Rekha Shankar & Omar Najam

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Podcast version of the TTRPG Actual Play set in a South Asian mythological universe starring Jasmine Bhullar, Anjali Bhimani, Omar Najam, Sandeep Parikh & Rekha Shankar.
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"Know that we are the timeless ones, meet me halfway across the sky." High above the shores of Jaastian, the heroes of the Wandering Tavern meet the Vortorrim. Will these two crews get along? And can the players hold a conversation with themselves without getting completely confused? Find out this week on Peak D&D! TTRPG Live Play using The Dungeon…
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"I lost the pictures we had. Left you years ago. I missed your funeral. I was hiding back home." Locked in a Sky Zephyr battle over Jaastian, our new heroes make a final run for survival. Can they thwart Sal’s monstrous plans and live to tell the tale? And who is the dual-shielded elf leading the allied airships against The Wandering Tavern? Find o…
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"Make my way back home when I learn to fly..." The battle for the Wandering Tavern reaches its breaking point. With escape ships waiting in the hangar and Sal revealing his true monstrous form, can our new heroes make their daring getaway—or go down with the ship? Find out this week on Peak D&D! Playing D&D 5e using HOMIE and The DUDE's The Wanderi…
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It's Halloween again and this year the Coldbros came to discuss what they felt was arguably the best horror movie of 2025. Weapons. The movie stars Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, Benedict Wong, and Amy Madigan in a thrilling tale that starts with teacher Justine Gandy (Garner) walking into her classroom and none of her students are there. They have dis…
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"Cats in the limelight. Feels like it's alright. Everybody wants something they might not get." Trapped aboard The Wandering Tavern, our new heroes uncover a dark secret powering the ship—and a cat with a plan. Can they sneak their way to the helm undetected? Or are their nine lives running out? Find out this week on Peak D&D! Playing D&D 5e using …
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"I keep on running. I keep on fighting. I keep on fighting." Sal's plans are finally revealed—and our heroes don’t like what they find. Can they survive the Penelope automaton ambush? And will their new feline companion be friend, foe, or just in it for the fancy feast? Find out this week on Peak D&D! Playing D&D 5e using HOMIE and The DUDE's The W…
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"Which side are you on, boys? Which side are you on?" Aboard The Wandering Tavern, our heroes are battling the Claw Mafia. Will they survive long enough to find Sal and get their wish? Do the gnomes in engineering get breaks and maternity leave? Find out this week on Peak D&D! Playing D&D 5e using HOMIE and The DUDE's The Wandering Tavern floating …
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Ten wings. Ten sauces. One wish. When a devil shows up on the The Wandering Tavern, our new heroes are dared into a challenge hotter than hell. Will Rutherford, Finn, and Draeven handle the heat—or chicken out? Find out this week on Peak D&D! Playing D&D 5e while doing the Hot Ones Challenge using HOMIE and The DUDE's The Wandering Tavern floating …
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We are diving into a roleplaying one-shot where Will runs the show and the rest of us are Gus the Goblin. "Come join in the fun, baby! We gonna tear this town up!" Rules adapted from Everyone is John RPG, a competitive party one page RPG. You are Gus… sometimes. Most of the time you are a subconscious chaotic obsession swimming in Gus’s head. And e…
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The guys finally take on season 2 of David Lynch's famed Twin Peaks. Scott, Reese, Troy, and Chris all definitely watched episodes 1-9 of season 2 and all have great insights into the twists and turns Lynch masterfully created. We go behind the scenes to discover why certain decisions were made, we dive in to some the odd symbolism, and we discuss …
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"A day late, a buck short. I'm writing the report, on losing and failing. When I move, I'm flailing now." The cloud city of Xerda is falling fast, and the Vortorrim may be the only ones who can stop it. Can they clear their names and fix the sabotage? Or is this another crash course in consequences? Find out this week on Peak D&D! It's episode seve…
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"Ain't nobody dope as me. I'm just so fresh, so clean. So fresh and so clean, clean." Our heroes finally stay in one place long enough to enjoy the perks of city life. Will Buttons' godly reviews live up to the hype? And will they tempt fate—and the GM—by testing the teleportation circle? Find out this week on Peak D&D! It's episode seventy of Peak…
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The boys are back to talk about something we've been arguing about for months. What happened to the movie star? You know, the larger-than-life guys and girls that used to sell a movie just by showing up on the poster? We're talking about the glory days of guys like Arnold, Jackie Chan, and Denzel, and questioning whether anyone can really fill thos…
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"Can't be scared when it goes down. Got a problem, tell me now. Only thing that's on my mind, is who's gonna run this town tonight." After cracking the case of the fallen hotelier, the Vortorrim gain full access to Jaastien’s vault—and its arcane treasures. With a mysterious teleportation circle beneath Zharo and a suite upgrade above, will they ri…
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The mission: re-watch Interstellar and give it a second chance. The crew: Jake and Scott, who swear this is one of the greatest sci-fi flicks of all time; Reese, who's got a few hot takes of his own; and Chris and Troy, who are convinced nothing can change their minds. We’re deep-diving into the mind-bending plot, praising the out-of-this-world vis…
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We watched Happy Gilmore 2 so you don't have to. You're welcome. We're breaking down this cinematic masterpiece, or lack thereof. Did it live up to the hype? Did we get the cameos we deserved? We're answering all the tough questions... or at least arguing about them. We're airing our unfiltered opinions, Jackass hot takes, and a few theories that p…
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"Tonight we're going hard. Just like the world is ours. We're tearing it apart. You know we're superstars. We are who we are." Jaastien lives—but barely. Trapped beneath Zharo and hunted by the Black Wake Syndicate, he’s not the only one in danger. Can the Vortorrim survive the battle in the sewers? And will they live long enough to uncover what se…
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"Like lyin' to a hangman jury. I swear I didn't know that .45 was loaded. In fact my memory ain't too clear. That's not to say (s)he didn't get what (s)he deserved." Murder in The Bone Palace—and the Vortorrim just checked in. With Jaastien Ja’lysanthier dead and a room full of suspects, can our heroes piece together the clues before it all goes up…
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"I'm having trouble trying to sleep. I'm counting sheep, but running out As time ticks by, still I try." Having found Cecil aboard the Veil of Tides, the party finally gets some answers—about the old gods, the Vortorrim, and their place in a much bigger story. How far back does Ravi’s bloodline go? And who—or what—awaits on the mysterious Vortor Is…
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"Put your pinky rings up to the moon. Girls - what y'all trying to do? 24-karat magic in the air." The party takes a well-earned breather in Zharo, the capital city and jewel of the Marshlands. Will the Bone Palace’s magical baths, bottomless dips, and psionic hotelier be enough to recharge their spirits? And can a fresh coat (literally) help them …
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"It goes one, two, three, another funky, radical bombtrack. Started as a sketch in my notebook, and now dope hooks make punks take another look." The bayou battle for the bomb wagon rages on! Will our heroes and their beaverfolk allies prevail—and what were the bandits really planning? Find out this week on Peak D&D! It's episode sixty four of Peak…
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In this full-spoiler follow-up to our initial thoughts on Superman, the Coldbros—Troy, Jake, Chris, Scott, and Reese—finally say everything they weren’t allowed to say last time. Plot holes, power levels, pacing issues, parents… nothing is safe. The Coldbow Podcast liked the film overall - giving it an average of 4.14 stars out of 5. It even impres…
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Well, it happened. Troy finally got his wish. After years of shoehorning Superman into every unrelated episode, the Coldbros are giving the Man of Steel his moment. And not just one episode—a two-part deep dive into DC’s latest attempt to not screw it up. James Gunn, now overlord of the DCU, kicks off his reboot with Superman. David Corenswet dons …
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"And when they split those atoms, it's hotter than the sun. Blood is a special substance, and they are going to pray for that man." Nursing hangovers from a drinking game with a god—that they actually won—our heroes set off with the caravan toward the port city of Zharo. Will they have time to digest their Beaverhome gumbo and new roles as Vortorri…
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"Shots, shots, shots, shots, shots, shots, Everybody!" The battle is over, the hydra is down—but the real challenge begins as Jaastien the pirate god invites our heroes to play a dangerous drinking game. Can they outwit a god at his own table? What truths—and lies—will come to light in the depths of the underground temple? Find out this week on Pea…
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In this episode Jake, Chris, Scott, and Troy sit down to talk about the upcoming summer movie slate. From 28 Years Later and F1 to Jurassic World, Superman, and Fantastic 4, the guys break down what they’re excited about — and what looks like a total mess. They also touch on sequels like The Naked Gun and Happy Gilmore 2, and have a surprising amou…
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"What matter if you come from heaven or hell, O Beauty! Monster huge, alarming, pure!" Deep in the dungeon, a battle erupts for Jaastien’s final relic. Can the crew survive the sea beast’s fury and claim the sword? Or is doom the only language the sea remembers? Find out this week on Peak D&D! It's episode sixty one of Peak D&D's, Return to Argilia…
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"We, in our present life, knew that the stars were right, that if you are the first to go, you'll leave a sign to let me know, tell me so, please, carry the lantern lights." In the depths of Jaastien’s temple, old magic stirs and ancient treasure calls. Can the party solve the puzzle of the lanterns before the water claims them? And what terrifying…
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"The less you have to offer, the less you stand to lose." Deep beneath the log temple of Beavertown, our heroes explore an ancient flooded dungeon. Can they recover the relics needed to restore Jaastien? And what secrets stir in the waterlogged halls below? Find out this week on Peak D&D! It's episode fifty nine of Peak D&D's, Return to Argilia, do…
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"Evelene yo ho. Evelene yo ho. Evelene yo-oo-oo!" The great swashbuckling god Jaastien is back—and seems to be wreaking havoc. Can the party hold the line before the town is lost? And will Big Buford make sense of a god’s fury? Find out this week on Peak D&D! It's episode fifty eight of Peak D&D's, Return to Argilia, done in the DC20 system, where …
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The Bros are back at it again with another tribute to a fallen great. Val Kilmer was an incredible actor that we all adored. We had an incredible time discussing his legacy. Like the man himself that legacy is complicated. Give us a listen and enjoy our tribute to an all-timer, Val Kilmer. We have not yet begun to defile ourselves. History in Music…
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"And I know. You should know. It's these words that make us whole. Into the deep we go." Transported back to the bayou, our heroes wake in Beavertown with more questions than answers. Who let the gods out? And is the gumbo good enough to distract from the divine fallout? Find out this week on Peak D&D! It's episode fifty seven of Peak D&D's, Return…
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"Hand of fate is moving, and the finger points to you. He knocks you to your feet, and so what are you going to do?" The fate of the world rests in our heroes’ hands as a Fey Lord offers impossible choices. What paths lie before them—and what will each one cost? Can they rise to meet a moment that will reshape Argilia? Find out this week on Peak D&…
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"Master of puppets, I'm pulling your strings. Twisting your mind and smashing your dreams. Blinded by me, you can't see a thing." Our heroes have tracked Ravi’s real dad to a primordial temple deep in the Netherdark. What ritual is being performed—and to what end? Can they stop it in time? Find out this week on Peak D&D! It's episode fifty five of …
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"But I been out on them choppy waves and it's hard to say where this land begins and that water stops. I got sea legs, I got sea legs." Aboard the Abyssal Skimmer, chaos erupts as a sea monster strikes. Can they slay the creature before it drags the ship under? And will the island ahead reignite the trail to Ravi’s father? Find out this week on Pea…
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"Riders on the storm. Riders on the storm. Into this house we're born." The harbormaster bursts in just in time to save our heroes from a deadly verdict. Will the fastest ship in Nesh’Tel’Zeron lead them to Ravi’s father? And what dangers await them in the depths of the Abyssal Sea? Find out this week on Peak D&D! It's episode fifty three of Peak D…
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in lieu of his recent death the guys (minus Troy) watched as many Gene Hackman movies they could fit in to 2 weeks and discuss. And spoiler alert: they don't regret it! Part 2 coming soon !! Scott Troy Jake Chris Reese Want to find out how you can support the Coldbow Podcast? Follow the mome raths below. Links: Quick Link Patreon Ko-Fi Instagram Fa…
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"You can have it all. Never age. Never die. You can have it all." The trial takes a dark turn as the magistrate becomes possessed by a dark force. Can our heroes resist the Shadow King's tempting offer? Will they get the deal they’re after—or a verdict they can’t escape? Find out this week on Peak D&D! It's episode fifty two of Peak D&D's, Return t…
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"Murder. Murder was the case that they gave me. Murder. Murder was the case that they gave me." Accused of murder in a strange city, our heroes take the stand. Can they prove their innocence before it’s too late? And who’s really pulling the strings behind the setup? Find out this week on Peak D&D! It's episode fifty one of Peak D&D's, Return to Ar…
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This week on Peak D&D, it's character audit time! With DC20 upgraded to Beta 0.9, our players rebuild their Champion, Wizard, and Psion from scratch. What’s changed in the rules? And how do our heroes evolve with the new system? Find out in this special episode! It's episode fifty of Peak D&D's, Return to Argilia, done in the DC20 system, where thi…
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"With that Neshville money, gonna take care of my hopes and dreams. With that Neshville money, gonna make a big star out of me." With robber Gus the Goblin as their guide, our heroes step into the bustling netherdark city of Nesh'tal'zaron. How is Gus planning to spend his hard-earned money? And will his connections lead them to Daddarion before th…
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This episode, we meet Sitara and Laddoo Auntie - who have been welcomed as respected guests in the palace - after weeks of attempting to reason with the King, trying to exonerate Murkha & Raj who have been less fortunate, and accused of crimes they did not commit. Meanwhile, Ash has devoted himself to decoding the horoscope bestowed upon him by his…
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"And I know what you'll say when you hear this. I can picture the look on your face. And I'm glad I don't see it. 'Cause seeing it wouldn't make me happy anyway. By the way..." Deep in the netherdark, our heroes find a moment to rest and reflect with the group fork. What truths lie buried in Ravi’s bloodline? And what dangers await them in the glow…
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"Mycelium. Mycelium. My-my-my-my-my-my-mycelium." The search for Daddarion leads deep underground into a hidden world of glowing crystals and treacherous fungi. Can our heroes survive the subterranean labyrinth? Is the dream of visiting Beavertown lost forever? Find out this week on Peak D&D! It's episode forty eight of Peak D&D's, Return to Argili…
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In this episode Scott makes Jake, Reese, and Chris watch Twin Peaks for the first time. They share their honest reactions to David Lynch's weird, wonderful TV show that blended murder mystery, supernatural horror, and small-town drama, where "the owls are not what they seem." We dive into the show's biggest moments, explore Lynch's unique artistic …
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Our adventurers find themselves in a magical well that is actually a prison, encountering new friends, a human prisoner and also meets a man named Raj who is on his way to the city to become a bard. They'll have to figure out how to escape, deal with untrustworthy characters, and decipher the mysteries of the well. The adventurers must decide who t…
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"Have you ever been to Beavertown? It's the hottest city you've ever seen. Gotta love them red beans..." Deep in the swamps of Jaastien, unexpected allies lead the way. Can our heroes track down Daddy O before he disappears again? And what dangers await them in the hollowed-out heart of an ancient tree? Find out this week on Peak D&D! It's episode …
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