It's the end of our Behind the Dice series of the first StabbyQuest campaign! In this episode we finish off the series by discussing helpful items for the players, such as handouts and when they're appropriate, When does meta or table talk feel right, and some fun ways to incorporate both of those into the game. We finish off by revisiting the last episode before this Behind the Dice started, including a couple of character reveals and the cliffhanger the gameplay episodes paused on. Thank you a...
Mar 31, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 68
These Behind the Dice series are almost over! I can't believe we're almost back to gameplay episodes. In this session we continue the theme of a tabletop group "recovering from being lost" - and we discuss a number of options of how to do that. We did eventually settle on one that has been incredibly helpful for us, and we hope some of the ideas herein help any other group who may be in the same position we were. We also discuss the party's actions between the Botched Stay at the Rusty Dragon wh...
May 31, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 67
In this episode of our Behind the Dice series, we talk about a period in the campaign where the party was feeling pretty lost about their main quest, and how to recover from those moments as a character and as a player. We dip into character alignment and maybe discover that Kallis isn't the sweet and innocent Dwarf we all thought he was, and what may be in store for Season 2 of StabbyQuest (no spoilers, though). If you enjoy the show please leave us a review or rating on your platform of choice...
Apr 29, 2020•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 66
In this Behind the Dice Episode, we finish talking about Skill Challenges and comparing those in-the-moment feelings to other types of encounters, what the cast would like to see in the campaign and what movies or games they think our game is like, unique or magic items and weapons they don't or do have in their possession (and definitely forgot about), and uncomfortable Oktoberfest experiences! Kallis, Taat, Pubby, and Stabby had a blast at the GameCraft Arcade and Bar Kickstarter Backer Only p...
Jan 30, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 65
Congratulations to our Paladin Kallis and his real life family on successfully reaching their Kickstarter goal, and opening their new business! GameCraft Arcade and Bar is located in Southington, CT, and there is a link to their site below. Check them out! We return to the Behind The Dice series continuing the night of the "sting" onto the ship, disguised as their own workers. In this episode we cover Skill Challenges, Party Roles versus Class Roles, and playing to or against those constraints. ...
Dec 31, 2019•27 min•Season 1Ep. 64
Happy Halloween! This episode is the next in our Behind the Dice series, a mix of campaign recap and a discussion about the show with the Cast. We continue with the touching on the important parts of the campaign, and this episode focuses on the fight to Save Belor, the Wasp Insignia the gang keeps seeing around, and their second? third? foray onto the ship. We start with a special announcement for our Paladin Kallis and his family's Kickstarter for their upcoming Arcade and Craft Bar, GameCraft...
Oct 31, 2019•50 min•Season 1Ep. 63
StabbyQuest is a serial adventure podcast, but we are currently in a special aside series which is a mix of campaign recap and casual interviews with the cast. We bounce all over the adventure thus far, and there are LOTS of spoilers! If you don't want the spoilers, we'll return to the game in a few episodes. The recap continues as the gang discusses their return to Sandpoint with a bunch of bad news. We do jump around a lot in this episode, covering events from various parts the series and conn...
Aug 31, 2019•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 62
StabbyQuest is a serial adventure podcast, but we are currently in a special aside series which is a mix of campaign recap and casual interviews with the cast. We bounce all over the adventure thus far, and there are LOTS of spoilers! If you don't want the spoilers, we'll return to the game in a few episodes. After discussing Aluin's mysterious death, the cast continues recounting their time at his Manor, attempting to fit all of their puzzle pieces together. But something they found early on in...
Jul 31, 2019•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 61
In the last episode, the cast threw around some ideas (and a lot of dirty jokes). In this Behind the Dice episode, the gang digs deep - like, really deep - and attempts to resolve a major mystery in StabbyQuest: What. really. happened. to Aluin? StabbyQuest is brought to you by our Patrons! Thank you to all of our Patrons! Check out our Patreon at Patreon.com/stabbyquest, where you can find information about the show, links to listen, the invite to our discord server, and more! Our Patreon Page!...
Jun 30, 2019•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 60
In this Behind the Dice episode, we pick back up after the gang leaves the spider-infested mine just before they abandon their horses and head into Tickwood to find Aluin's manor. Going back through Tickwood gave us all the giggles, and as a result, we earn that explicit rating in this episode. As usual, Behind the Dice episodes are spoiler-laden, casual interview format with the cast covering meta topics and campaign recap. If you are enjoying StabbyQuest and these Behind the Dice episodes, let...
May 31, 2019•41 min•Season 1Ep. 59
This is a quicker episode, getting us through the gang's second return to the Deadly Mine, before they head out to Aluin's. As usual, there are a ton of spoilers in these episodes, so if you are waiting for all of the campaigns questions to be answered "in-game", we will return to our regular game sessions soon. Come say hi on Twitter! https://twitter.com/StabbyQuest Join the StabbyQuest Discord! https://discord.gg/g5zpcY8 Intro song for this episode: "Hidden Agenda" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.c...
Apr 30, 2019•40 min•Season 1Ep. 58
This StabbyQuest "Behind the Dice" Episode spans two sessions, picking up where BTD part 02 left off. (Where else did they see an orange ring with candles?!) In the second session, the gang sans Sarowyn talks about working realizations into the main gameplay sessions, "Main" quests vs. "PC" quests, making a plan, and why Sarowyn has so many damn secrets. As always for these Behind the Dice sessions: SPOILERS AHEAD! Join the StabbyQuest Discord! https://discord.gg/g5zpcY8 Intro song for this epis...
Apr 23, 2019•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 57
This is our second Behind the Dice episode. If you missed SQ Behind the Dice, part 1, you can find it wherever podcasts are found! These Behind the Dice episodes are a casual interview format. There is less editing than we usually do on the tracks. We talk meta about the characters, Tabletop RPGs, and the StabbyQuest campaign. Spoiler warning: This episode contains lots of 'em! That said, if you don't mind hearing spoilers, listen on! In this episode we begin by remembering when and where the ga...
Mar 26, 2019•46 min•Season 1Ep. 56
Welcome to a little special something we've put to together for you: We're calling it "StabbyQuest: Behind the Dice"! In these episodes we'll be speaking with the cast about their trip through this campaign and this project, how they felt about certain aspects of the game, their characters, and each other. And me, as it turns out. This is a casual interview format. There is less editing than we usually do on the tracks. There is a cat in the background. Additionally, THERE ARE SPOILERS! SO many ...
Feb 28, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 55
The gang struggles with committing to (and remembering) what they should do next. Sarowyn struggles with the lack of modern conveniences. Taat struggles with being a Shaman. After discovering that the sickle Taat stole from the boat has been changing shape over time, they add this phenomenon to the list of questions they intend to ask... someone! They continue to prepare before leaving for Aluin's Manor in the hopes of finding some of those "Ultimate Answers", but first... they need horses. Too ...
Feb 18, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 54
The gang continues trying to sort out what the hell is going on in town, how Aluin fits into all of this, and the risks of leaving town to visit him again. They make a plan to stock up and head out before a comment from Kallis sets Taat down a path of realization, and they discover something they've been lugging around may not be exactly what it seems. Join the StabbyQuest Discord! https://discord.gg/g5zpcY8 If you enjoy our show, consider joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/stabbyquest...
Jan 18, 2019•39 min•Season 1Ep. 53
The gang barely manages to see the Guest Ledger at the Rusty Dragon, confirming the story of the two mustachioed men they met in the Hog's Head, and then followed back here last night. They then seek assistance in solving the smeared note "puzzle" they found in Cedrin's room, before realizing something important... Join the StabbyQuest Discord! https://discord.gg/g5zpcY8 If you enjoy our show, consider joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/stabbyquest...
Dec 31, 2018•50 min•Season 1Ep. 52
The gang continues uncovering information as they tie the group manning the ship in the harbor with the local crime outfit. They put a security "failsafe" in place before heading off to verify some information they got a couple of nights ago. As usual, they start the recon plan before finalizing it.
Dec 07, 2018•45 min•Season 1Ep. 51
We pick back up this week with the gang learning from Brodert that Aluin Menard was alive and well a mere two weeks ago. The topic of interest becomes Aluin's fate, and they continue the questioning of their acquaintances at the Curious Goblin. Taat finds... well, buys, an artifact of power, before the gang heads off to check in with Charlie, who they haven't seen since they left in the closet of the Pixie's Kitten after their last ship excursion.
Oct 03, 2018•46 min•Season 1Ep. 50
Secrets are shared and the information delivery trend continues as the group attempts to reconcile what they've seen, connect the dots, and then fit those various pieces together... until they think to ask Brodert about the crazy old wizard in the woods and discover -yet another- piece to this puzzle.
Sep 25, 2018•45 min•Season 1Ep. 49
We pick back up this week with the SQ Crew and Sheriff Belor Hemlock in the back room of the Hog's Head Tavern. Belor had been instructed by the Sandpoint Mayor to revoke his deputies' status and collect their pins, due to the complaints the Mercantile League has been getting from the Merchant Ship the crew has been... investigating. Or, y'know, plundering. After Belor leaves, the crew gets a stiff drink and a plan together before heading over to the Curious Goblin to check in with their cantank...
Sep 17, 2018•35 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Welp, it seems like the gang is about to face the music. They correctly deduced that the cryptic message they received in the lobby of the Rusty Dragon was instructing them to go to the back room at the Hog's Head, where Belor Hemlock was awaiting their arrival. While the group tries to explain their actions (and unwittingly incriminate themselves), they *do* get a few answers to some outstanding questions, but they also get a warning. One thing's for certain - there's a change in the wind....
Aug 21, 2018•42 min•Season 1Ep. 47
As we return to this episode, the gang continues breaking into rooms in the Rusty Dragon looking for evidence of the two mustachioed men they followed through the back alleys. After a lot of searching and a couple close calls, they decide to leave, and on the way out are met with a cryptic request...
Aug 06, 2018•37 min•Season 1Ep. 46
The gang followed those mustachioed men back to the Rusty Dragon, of all places. Unsure how to glean the information they were looking for from the clerk, they opted to spend the night instead, taking the only available room. Once they sort out sleeping arrangements and get some rest, they wake to continue the recon.
Jul 20, 2018•44 min•Season 1Ep. 45
The gang has just learned the two "mustachioed" men dining in the Hog's Head who were eyeing them *bolted* after the guys got "drunk" Sarowyn out of the bar. They give chase, and end up in a very familiar place...
Jul 13, 2018•52 min•Season 1Ep. 44
We return with our players discussing how to go about tying up some of their abundant leads, including checking in with Brodert Quink and Belor Hemlock. *In game* our heroes are drinking in the Hogs Head Tavern, Sarowyn has just approached two individuals who were eyeing the group from the other side of the bar. She pretended to be intoxicated in order to glean some information from them, and... it actually kinda worked. But make no mistake: Sarowyn's is a face they won't soon forget....
Jul 01, 2018•35 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Safely back in the Hog's Head Tavern, the gang eats dinner and continues discussing their factually awful "stealth" foray back onto the ship. Upon looking at the manifest, they see the ship is actually from Magnimar, far to the southwest. As they try to piece this puzzle together, a couple of them spot some... prying.. eyes.. from across the room. Will they figure out who's watching them? Have they drawn the ire of the ship's owner yet? And what does the militia actually do here, anyway?...
Jun 15, 2018•45 min•Season 1Ep. 42
In the last episode, the gang made it back to the Pixie's Kitten in the nick of time. We rejoin them in the closet as they plan their course across town back to the Hog's Head. Will they escape unscathed? Will they be caught by the dockworkers or harassed by the militia?
Jun 05, 2018•34 min•Season 1Ep. 41
When we last left our heroes, they were mid-escape from the big ship in the harbor and Kallis had just attempted to convince the Ship's guard captain and another on duty he had some important information. They believed him, but Kallis' wrestling attempt went south quickly and he was headed ass-over-teakettle off of the dock, still holding onto the guards. Will Kallis take a dip in the drink? Will Sarowyn, Pubby, and Taat outmaneuver their assailants? Find out... in StabbyQuest!...
May 23, 2018•36 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Welp, the proverbial shite has hit the fan. The gang's attempt to get on the ship - again - only went well enough for them to see the ship was filled floor to ceiling with crates. We come back to Pubby, Sarowyn, and Taat - still in disguise, but trying remain unnoticed while they attempt to escape the dock. Kallis and Charlie watch from afar just in case this goes in the routine fashion. Will they make it back to the Pixie's Kitten in time to trade in the uniforms? Will the ship guards and the d...
May 10, 2018•31 min•Season 1Ep. 39
