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Crit & FumbleS6:E1 - Dire Straitsπͺπππ & ππππππ returns with "πΈπ ππππ π£π₯π¦πππ₯π ππ€π ππ πππππβ, a brand new π«ππππππππππcampaign DMβd by Russ Morland in his theatrical, chaos-loving, 10-part-campaign debut.In our premiere, the party crashes headfirst into trouble: a tavern chase, an ominous skyship, potion peddling, unstable magical loot, and a vicious direwolf attack that leaves a small town reelingβ¦ with guidance from a suspiciously lovable, moss-covered druid named Watkins.And the party itself? Pure mayhem!Β Would you expect anyhting else?Β How about: a towering three-eyed giant, a silver-tongued simian rogue, a sharp-eyed catfolk ranger, a dreamy spell-slinging faun, and a brooding witch hunter with a very expensive coat. Oh yeahβ¦ and thereβs another faun, but heβs at home with a bit of a g.i. issue right now. 2025-07-172h 28
Crit & FumbleS6:E0 - Let's Party - a one-shot prequel"πΈπ ππππ π£π₯π¦πππ₯π ππ€π ππ πππππ" is Russ Morlandβs (aka Lurk Loves You) first full campaign with πͺπππ & ππππππ, and weβre diving into it with π«ππππππππππ, the bold, theatrical new TTRPG from Darrington PressΒ Meet the new party. Reconnect with familiar faces. Witness our first chaotic dive into the π«ππππππππππ system in this pre-campaign one-shot filled with terrible flirting, questionable plans, and magical hangovers. The Dreyor Valley awaits, but not everyoneβs ready for whatβs coming.- - - - π»ππππ ππ πππππ ππ πππ πππ, ππππππ πππππππ, ππππππ ππππππππππ, πππ ππππ ππ ππππππ ππππ ππππ ππππ πππ
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Crit & FumbleTales from the Table: ep007 - Underworld Wrap UPStep behind the curtain with the Crit & Fumble crew as we unpack the making of Underworld. Hosted by our GM and resident chaos conductor Gavin Vickery, this behind-the-scenes episode dives into the moments that worked, the ones we totally overlooked, and what surprised us most along the way.We answer some great listener questions, reflect on the arc as a whole, things we missed, and surprising character choices. Itβs messy (obviously), itβs honest, and itβs a love letter to everyone who joined us for this adventure.2025-07-0124 min
Crit & FumbleS5:E9 - Bound by ChoiceTheyβve come too far to turn back.Cherie, Bastion, Maydor, SkΓΌggi, and Ophelie push through the depths of Wailscar, chasing answers wrapped in shadow, lies, guilt, violence, and pride. The truth behind the Underworldβs cruel game lies within reach, but so does the edge of ruin. Debts come due. Secrets unravel. Trust falters.The final confrontation demands more than strength and not everyone will walk away unchanged.Is it the beginning of the end, or the end of the beginningEither way, the Devouring Will waits to cl...2025-06-263h 26
Crit & FumbleS5:E8 - The Lies We Tell OurselvesAs Wailscar folds in on itself, reflections twist into revelations. A younger, merciless Ophelie stalks from the past with eyes too familiar. Maydor drifts through guilt he thought heβd buried, but never stopped bleeding. In the Oracleβs silence, Cherie is handed a blade and the weight of a choice no one else could make. SkΓΌggi, when offered a reflection, chooses tone he failed, and the ache that never left.The lies theyβve told are no longer safe in the dark.And the cost of truth is only beginning to show.2025-06-132h 21
Crit & FumbleS5:E7 - Your Own Worst EnemyThe battle for Bloodhearth reaches its brutal peak as the party faces a monstrous champion in a trial of strength, fire, and resolve. But victory is only the beginning. Beyond the arena lies Grayspireβa place of shifting halls, fractured memory, and reflections that cut deeper than steel.As old tensions flare, two party members begin to unravel a connection that runs far deeper than they imagined. And when the mirrors turn inward, none of them are ready for what looks back.2025-06-052h 33
Crit & FumbleS5:E6 - Lava & AshIn Bloodhearth, the air hangs heavy with smoke and heat. Blades clash. A cursed weapon is dragged from the fire and gripped with shaking resolve. Statues dusted in ash watch in silence, their cryptic warnings echoing as the party presses deeper into the trial. Ahead, a monolith of a gate looms⦠sealed by design, veiled in mystery, and unwilling to open without cost. One falls in the attempt, burned, broken, and bleeding on scorched stone.They were told this place would be a trial to test their bodies but Bloodhearth forges something else entirely: do...2025-05-222h 40
Crit & FumbleS5:E5 - BloodhearthThe cracks are starting to show. Whispers. Side glances. A quiet shove that nearly becomes a blade. The weight of what theyβve done, and what theyβve hidden, presses down on the group like never before.No one says it out loud, but the trust is thinning. As they prepare to face the brutal trials of Bloodhearth, tempers flare and loyalties bend. If the fire doesnβt break themβ¦ something else might.2025-05-082h 40
Crit & FumbleS5:E4 - Young At HeartThey say youβre only as young as you feel.After battling a demon and watching a friend vanish into death, the weight of the Underworld begins to show.Bastion is backβbut not untouched.Dark dreams creep in. A relic burns with buried power. And trust wears thin among the living.The party presses on, soul-weary and splintering, while a certain witch watches... waiting.Thereβs no youth left here. Only secrets, scars, and the price of power.Crit & Fumble: Underworld β Episode 4: Young at HeartNow streaming.2025-04-172h 24
Crit & FumbleS5:E3 - A Chilling BetrayalIn the bleak heart of the Underworld, where every step echoes with the weight of the past, the party finds themselves surrounded by smiles that hide daggers. They canβt trust anyoneβ not the unnervingly cheerful hag, not the silver-tongued demon offering bargains, and maybeβ¦ not even each other.A relic, long thought lost, glimmers beneath ash and bone. A choice is made. A truth is buried.And when the flames fade and the voices fall silentβ¦ not all of them remain.2025-04-102h 48
Crit & FumbleS5:E2 - Behind The VeilThe party pushes deeper into the ππππππππππβ¦ and things only get stranger. A floating corpse, soul-sucking leeches, and a cursed trinket are just the beginning.Their gear? Held hostage by a grizzled merchant demanding soul shards as payment.Their only guide? A soft-spoken seer who knows too much.And that hag with the warm smile? Yeahβ¦ no way thatβs normal.Dark choices, twisted bargains, and shadows that know your name.2025-04-032h 59
Crit & FumbleS5:E1 - Throwing StonesAs we kick off this new campaign, our adventurers find themselves trapped in the unsettling Underworld ofΒ Ashmourn. Stripped of their gear and confronted by ghostly echoes of themselves, they encounter a mysterious little girl who holds the key to their predicament.As they navigate this twisted realm, the party grapples with their fears and memories, challenging them to confront their pasts. Will their interaction with the girl shed light on their situation, or will it lead them deeper into the abyss?With humor and tension woven throughout, this episode promises unexpected twists and emotional m...2025-03-282h 47
Crit & FumbleTales from the Table: ep006 - Pirates Of The Lost Fleet campaign recapIn this episode ofΒ Tales from the Table, we take you behind the scenes of our last arc in theΒ Pirates of the Lost Fleet campaign. Join the crew as we break down the chaotic high-seas action, unexpected character moments, and the wild curveballs that kept both the players and the DM on their toes. From daring naval battles to mysterious map fragments, we reflect on how the last few episodes came together, the choices that shaped the story, and the shenanigans that didnβt make the final cut. Itβs a fun, spoiler-filled look at the adventure from the ot...2025-03-2626 min
Crit & FumbleBONUS - Goblin Quest: The Hunt For Astin SeanWith one player missing, the crew jumps into a one-shot using Goblin Quest, the chaotically hilarious RPG by Grant Howitt. What follow is pure goblin mayhem.The five clutches of goblins, each played by one of our players, unite for a mission of supreme importance: infiltrate the Curious GoblinCon, pose as craft vendors, and assassinate the infamous bugbear Astin Sean to recover the Gobling Kingβs bedazzled Codpiece of Doom.Along the way, theyβll unleash rogue magic, trigger vending machine heists, and get absolutely wrecked by their own snot...2025-03-202h 26
Crit & FumbleTales from the Table : ep005 - Vaesen PreludeJoin us around the table as Sean, the GM for our Vaesen prelude, gets relentlessly pelted by questions from Chelsea! (The rest of us ask some questions too). 2025-03-1919 min
Crit & FumbleVAESEN: PRELUDE PT2 - "Down the hatch"Our investigators uncover the truth behind the death of Archibald Prescott, but just as things are looking up, the mystery takes a deadly turn. Join the Crit and Fumblers for the thrilling conclusion of Vaesen - Prelude.2025-03-133h 07
Crit & FumbleVAESEN: PRELUDE PT1 - "Bittersweets"Part 1 of a two part VAESEN adventure, DMed by Sean Murray. Join the investigators of the Society as they unravel a truly sticky situation. When a body is discovered on the shores of the inner harbour, covered in a strange ichor, the group must piece together the clues to uncover the identity of this John Doe and the circumstances of his untimely demise. Will they unravel this tangled web of magic and mystery, or will they find themselves caught in a confectious condundrum.2025-03-062h 30
Crit & FumbleS4:E12 - Battle for SargassoThe crew of the Scurvy Lady face off against the Tide Sovereign and fight to save Sargasso.2025-02-273h 47
Crit & FumbleS4:E11 - Cliffside Romance and Floury ForraysThe crew of the Scurvy Lady prepare for the coming battle with the Tide Sovereign.2025-02-203h 14
Crit & FumbleS4:E10 - Not JenniferSu, Warbles, Darvin and Eldric pursue the Heart of the Tides with their band of merry, and mostly willing, crew.2025-02-133h 02
Crit & FumbleS4:E9 - Jumping ShipSu, Darvin, Warbles, and Eldric fight to get their ship and crew back, Mawrow bides his time in the dungeon with his new cell mate.2025-02-063h 26
Crit & FumbleTales from the Table: Pirates of the Lost Fleet Episodes 6, 7 & 8Join us around the table as we chat about our first community night and get another behind the scenes look with Chelsea, our Dungeon Mistress for the Pirates of the Lost Fleet campaign.2025-02-0119 min
Crit & FumbleS4:E8 - Heart of the TidesEldric learns more about the source of his magic and makes a choice. The crew finds the Heart of the Tides.2025-01-233h 21
Crit & FumbleS4:E7 - Turning TablesA long awaited meeting with the leader of Sargasso brings unexpected revelations, Warbles meets with a face from his past, Eldric takes a trip, the crew find a mysterious guardian at the steps to the Heart of the Tides2025-01-162h 48
Crit & FumbleS4:E6 - The Captain's FeastThe party scrambles to save a fallen crew member. Su faces a new foe. Darvin exercises his brain cells. Warbles finds that part of his past has followed him to the future.2025-01-093h 00
Crit & FumbleTales from the Table: Pirates of the Lost Fleet Episodes 3, 4 & 5Another behind the DM screen look with Chelsea, our DM for the Pirates of the Lost Fleet campaign. 2025-01-0819 min
Crit & FumbleS4:E5 - ParlayThe crew of the Scurvy Lady battle to save their First Mate from the clutches of the Ironquill Fleet. Meanwhile, Eldric learns the truth of the great evil threatening the Endless Isles. 2025-01-023h 15
Crit & FumbleBonus - The Polar DistressOn this year's All Hallows Eve, those nasty little do-gooders from the North Pole dared to sneak in and string up garlands, bobbles, and bells into Halloweentown, our town. The holiday hadn't even happened yet! Well, they don't know what's coming for them because now it's our turn. That's right, we're busting into the North Pole and we're stealing Santa's sack.2024-12-192h 23
Crit & FumbleS4:E4 - Strange TidesWith Eldric kidnapped, the crew of "The Scurvy Ladyβ races against time to uncover his whereabouts. As tensions rise, a mysterious new crewmate joins the party, bringing secrets of their own. Meanwhile, disturbing truths about the Ironquill Fleetβs year-long campaign of attacks begin to surfaceβcould there be more at play than mere piracy?2024-12-123h 00
Crit & FumbleS4:E3 - Murky WatersCaptain Mawrow, Su, and Darvin pursue the elusive Ironquils to a mysterious island. The locals speak of eerie nighttime cries, unexplained fires, and a secret mission undertaken by their adversaries. But fear notβour heroes have a hunch about what might be behind it all. Probably. Maybe. Vampires.2024-12-052h 57
Crit & FumbleTales from the Table: Pirates of the Lost Fleet Episodes 1 & 2Join us as we chat about some behind the scenes details of Pirates of the Lost Fleet, DM'd by Chelsea!2024-12-0311 min
Crit & FumbleS4:E2 - The Salted KrakenThe crew arrives in Sargasso, only to find more questions than answers. Will Darvin kill their tour guide? Will Suβs bisque turn a profit? Will Eldric finally stash his snacks in a lock box? Is Mawrow dating the ocean?!2024-11-283h 03
Crit & FumbleS4:E1 - Shadows over SaiyaThe journey begins! The crew of The Scurvy Lady sets sail on a mission to uncover the fabled Heart of the Tidesβa legendary weapon that could turn the tide against the ruthless Ironquil Fleet. As the Endless Isles tremble under the pirates' reign of terror, the stakes couldnβt be higher. But with a crew as bold and unpredictable as this, their greatest challenges might not just lie across the seas, but within their own ranks. Will they rise to the occasion, or will their own journeys steer them off course? Adventure, danger, and sushi await!2024-11-212h 18
Crit & Fumble (One Shots)Tales from the Table: Dreyor ValleyHang out with us as we chat with Russ, the DM for this one-shot and learn all about some of the behind the scenes action and details!2024-11-1918 min
Crit & Fumble (One Shots)Dreyor Valley: At Death's DoorThe town of Galdur in the Dreyor Valley has seen itβs share of adventurers come and go but the motley crew that bands together to investigate the mystery of the missing student wizards has to be the strangest of them all. This episode has wizards, explosions, muscular biting donkeys,Β aΒ sex shop and much more. Its also the first time that Russ Morland (aka Lurk) will be DMβing on the podcast. Letβs get magical!2024-11-143h 56
Crit & Fumble (One Shots)Tales from the Table: Path of the Veil WalkerJoin the Crit & Fumble crew as we chat about one of our recent adventures, Path of the Veil Walker, run by Chelsea. We'll talk about what we liked, how we may have screwed up her plans, insights into the story and of course, a couple laughs. Ever wondered what happens behind the DM screen? Well, it's time for Tales from the Table!2024-11-1232 min
Crit & Fumble (One Shots)Path of the Veil WalkerThe Rocky Mountains have always been a place of ancient mysteries and untold stories, where the line between legend and truth blurs like a mist settling over the peaks. For centuries, the mountains have loomed over travelers with a quiet, solemn weight, as if guarding secrets older than memory itself. Stories of strange occurrences have a way of echoing through the high, pine-covered valleysβspoken in hushed voices around campfires, or scratched into the walls of abandoned cabins like warnings from those who came before.
As darkness falls, the wind picks up, carrying with it the uneasy fe...2024-10-313h 03
Crit & Fumble (One Shots)2400 - Inner System BluesIn this cyberpunk one-shot using the 2400: Inner System Blues system, a group of scrappy teens takes on the megacorp NovaGen to rescue their missing parents. Theyβre scaling skyscrapers, hacking security systems, and dodging drones, all while uncovering some seriously shady corporate secrets. With limited gear and a lot of guts, will they survive the cityβs dark underbelly and save their family? Tune in to see how it all plays out in this action-packed adventure!2024-10-242h 45
Crit & Fumble (One Shots)The Viper of Fathom HoldOh boy, Chelsea at the helm again! Is she the new full-time DM? This time the rest of us are trying to take on the "simple task" of collecting a brutal pirate captain from the depths of an underwater prison. This should be fine. 2024-09-262h 45Crit & Fumble (One Shots)Valkur's DungeonChelsea takes on the role of our DM for this evenings one shot while we celebrate a birthday (Neils!) and a new guest, Rus Morland. In this little adventure, we find ourselves sailing to a small island to collect an artifact of value. We can keep everything we find, but whatever the key opens... is off limits. 2024-09-183h 00Crit & Fumble (One Shots)Scratch & Sniff - Part 2Check out part 2 of our "Scratch & Sniff" episode DM'd by Chelsea where each of our character sheets are akin to a lottery ticket; key info is covered with a scratchable overlay!2024-09-013h 13Crit & Fumble (One Shots)Scratch & Sniff - Part 12024-07-162h 54Crit & Fumble (One Shots)Vaesen - Part 22024-07-152h 33Crit & Fumble (One Shots)Vaesen - Part 12024-07-152h 06Crit & Fumble (One Shots)Oh dang, Bigfoot! - Part 22024-07-152h 12Crit & Fumble (One Shots)Oh dang, Bigfoot! - Part 12024-07-152h 08Crit & Fumble (One Shots)Goblin Quest - Part 22024-07-152h 01Crit & Fumble (One Shots)Goblin Quest - Part 12024-07-152h 38
Crit & FumbleS3:E11 - Meeting the locals2023-09-172h 03
Crit & FumbleS3:E10 - Bombs away2023-05-291h 48
Silver Screen SocialGavin Brivik - How to Blow Up a PipelineOn this episode, I spoke to composer Gavin Brivik about his work on How to Blow Up a Pipeline.2023-05-0532 min
Crit & FumbleS3:E9 - Little pet shop of horrors2023-05-012h 35
Crit & FumbleS3:E8 - Til death do us part2023-04-241h 59
Crit & FumbleS3:E7 - A brand new problem2023-04-222h 08
Crit & FumbleS3:E6 - A deadly detour2023-04-031h 58
Crit & FumbleS3:E5 - The blonde goblin2023-03-102h 09
Crit & FumbleS3:E4 - Going down?2023-02-282h 13
Crit & FumbleS3:E3 - Get the dirt duck2023-02-202h 31
Crit & FumbleS3:E2 - The bronze visage2023-02-142h 15
Crit & FumbleS3:E1 - To certain death2023-01-302h 20
Crit & FumbleS2:E16 - Coulda' been worse2023-01-162h 28
Crit & FumbleS2:E15 - Endelyn of the road2023-01-092h 17
Crit & FumbleS2:E14 - A tragedy of errors2022-12-122h 08
Crit & FumbleS2:E13 - Setting the stage2022-10-032h 18
Crit & FumbleS2:E12 - No strings attached2022-09-262h 14
Crit & FumbleS2:E11 - Laying new roots2022-09-191h 37
Crit & FumbleS2:E10 - To granny's house we go2022-09-122h 34
Crit & FumbleS2:E9 - Where there's a Will, there's a way2022-05-302h 05
Crit & FumbleS2:E8 - Seven dawns2022-05-162h 12
Crit & FumbleS2:E7 - Read the room2022-05-022h 00
Crit & FumbleS2:E6 - The bite is worse than the bark2022-04-112h 19
Crit & FumbleS2:E5 - Soggy etiquette2022-04-042h 24
Crit & FumbleS2:E4 - War hare2022-03-282h 09
Crit & FumbleS2:E3 - The custard king2022-03-141h 59
Crit & FumbleS2:E2 - Lost and found2022-03-072h 07
Crit & FumbleS2:E1 - A day at the carnival2022-02-282h 12
Crit & FumbleBONUS - Lazers & Feelings One-Shot2022-01-312h 10
Crit & FumbleBONUS - Cyberpunk One-ShotJoin us on this fun little one-shot in the cyberpunk setting while we take a quick break from our regular schedule and campaign.2022-01-102h 25
Crit & FumbleS1:E16 - Gold dragons and silver hands2021-12-133h 35Crit & FumbleS1:E15 - How wiggly is the room2021-11-222h 30Crit & FumbleS1:E14 - Between a stone and a hard place2021-11-152h 10Crit & FumbleS1:E13 - Til, we see you again2021-11-082h 26Crit & FumbleS1:E12 - Liar, liar2021-10-252h 32Crit & FumbleS1:E11 - Two nimbles don't make a wright2021-10-182h 31Crit & FumbleBONUS - A change in training2021-09-272h 11Crit & FumbleS1:E10 - Gnome is where the heart is2021-08-302h 07Crit & FumbleS1:E9 - Roho, Roho!2021-08-232h 32Crit & FumbleS1:E8 - An explosive situation2021-08-162h 02Crit & FumbleS1:E7 - Desperate times and deadly deals2021-08-092h 35Crit & FumbleS1:E6 - A dark day at the docks2021-07-262h 28
Crit & Fumble (Legacy)13 - The Pool of Memories2021-07-242h 35Crit & Fumble (Legacy)12 - The Temple of Time2021-07-243h 22Crit & Fumble (Legacy)11 - The Imposters2021-07-242h 40Crit & FumbleS1:E5 - Til, we meet againEpisode 5 of our Dragon Heist campaign.2021-07-192h 13Crit & FumbleS1:E4 - Not everyone can be a heroEpisode 4 of our Dragon Heist campaign.2021-07-082h 20Crit & FumbleS1:E3 - A ghost of a hostEpisode 3 of our Dragon Heist campaign.2021-07-082h 31Crit & FumbleS1:E2 - Working under the tableEpisode 2 of our Dragon Heist campaign.2021-07-082h 14Crit & FumbleS1:E1 - A friend in needEpisode 1 of our Dragon Heist campaign.2021-07-082h 25Crit & FumbleReboot2021-07-0803 min
The42 PodcastsBehind The Lines, Episode 77: Tim VickeryA free clip from this week's episode of the Behind The Lines sportswriting podcast as South American football expert Tim Vickery joins Gavin Cooney.2021-05-2604 min