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Session 119: Secrets Beneath the Keep

As The RAIN awaits a message from the Shields of the Many, they turn their attention to the eerie mysteries of their new keep. Drawn to the strange energy in the basement, they face undead guardians, only to be left with more questions than answers.

Sep 10, 20242 hr 25 min

Session 118-5: RAIN

The RAIN finally reunites in Arnkyth, exchanging stories and strengthening old bonds. Mingor honors his debt with their own keep, offering a rare moment of peace. The group enjoys a brief respite with Lindsey’s memory restored and heartfelt conversations shared. But even within the comfort of their new home, an uneasy tension lingers. The road ahead is uncertain, and this calm may be their last for a long time.

Sep 03, 20242 hr 7 min

Session 118-4: Nadia

With The RAIN scattered, Nadia is left alone, questioning her place in the group. Haunted by doubts and past battles, she heads to Bonaborough, seeking help from Dundle, only to find indifference and forgotten memories. But in a world of magic, nothing is ever as it seems.

Sep 03, 20241 hr 3 min

Session 118-3: Ishi

After emerging from the depths, Ishi is drawn to the Kingdom's Strength Games, determined to prove his legendary might. His brothers, Kawa and Kasia, have tracked him across the kingdom, arriving in Zasia with urgent intentions. As Ishi battles through one brutal challenge after another, a question gnaws at him—why have his brothers followed him now? As the games intensify, so does the mystery surrounding their presence.

Sep 03, 20241 hr 27 min

Session 118-2: Airis

Airis finally cures the wererats he encountered long ago, but what happens next? Unfortunately, the audio was lost—so you’ll have to tune in to the group session to hear Airis recount the story firsthand.

Sep 03, 202439 min

Session 118-1: Riku

Riku's journey to Nornwich leads to a fateful meeting with the mysterious White Cat, Grim’s former disciple. What starts as a tense exchange reveals chilling secrets about a millennia-old cycle and Riku’s role in it. As forbidden knowledge tempts him, Riku must decide: will he break the cycle or become its next victim?

Sep 03, 20241 hr 41 min

Session 117: The Rainy Pain JamFest (Battle)

The RAIN finally faces off against their relentless pursuers, Maki and Kona Valentine, in a deadly game of traps and treachery. As the Valentine sisters turn the cavern into a maze of danger, The RAIN must confront their limits and face death itself. Will they outlast the onslaught, or is this their final stand?

Aug 20, 20244 hr

Session 117: The Last Steps to Freedom (Roleplay)

The RAIN stands on the brink of freedom, but the cost is high. As danger closes in and courage tests their unity, a desperate run through the shadows leads to a brief calm. Yet beneath the surface, old grudges and simmering tensions threaten to tear them apart. With a final confrontation ahead, will The RAIN emerge stronger, or will the shadows between them grow too deep to bridge?

Aug 20, 20241 hr 55 min

Session 116: The Truth Comes Out

Riku finds a Shadow Crossing, a portal to the Shadowfell, exactly what he needs to find Grim…But he refused to enter. The RAIN still needs to get the Refugees out of the Underdark. What does Ronin think of that? How is The RAIN going to get past these Riddling Mushrooms? And who knew he was such a dick?

Jul 23, 20242 hr 18 min

Session 115: The Fungal Jungle

The Rain has a moment of relive as they are finally out of the Drow City. But does that mean they are out of the frying pan and into the fire? With the Fungi Forest now in between them and freedom, what dangers lie ahead? The drow did not make chase in the forest, What are they so afraid of?

Jun 11, 20242 hr 44 min

Session 114: The Gate of Fear (Battle)

Riku is poisoned. The poison specifically made for Riku. Riku's poison. Well, not exactly, but you get the bit. He is poisoned, and he now sees his friends as the very thing he fears: the Valentines. Can Riku overcome this poison? Can The RAIN escape the city? How are they going to handle all of these refugees?

Jun 04, 20242 hr 19 min

Session 113: Escape from Lacittàdeiragni

The RAIN must now escape the city and finally rid themselves of the Drow. Will they be able to escape unseen and unharmed? Will the Valentines stop them from leaving? Can The RAIN help the others in the city?

May 28, 20242 hr 47 min

Session 112: The RAIN v. Matron Zesstra (Battle)

As The RAIN escapes House Toulan, they head to House Zephroth to end Matron Zesstra for The White Fox's deal. It seems the deal is pretty off with Matron Chathi, revealing she also wants the Soul Shard. But Riku still has his honor, if not for himself but for Grim's Code. Will Riku be able to fulfill his contract? Does The Rain have enough strength to take down a matron? Will Ka’Narlist let go of the Soul Shard so easily?

May 14, 20242 hr 31 min

Session 111: Not All Are Lucky

Not all of The RAIN can be as lucky as Ishi. While he has some fun, the others must use his distraction to their advantage. What is Ishi up to? How is Nadia going to save herself? And where did those come from?

Apr 30, 20242 hr 13 min

Session 110.5: Talking Beyond - The Under Arc

In this special episode, we have David (DM) joined by The RAIN: Riku (Will), Airis (Cesar), Ishi (Kelley), and Nadia (Sam), summarizing and sharing their thoughts about the campaign and episodes 101 through 110 of Beyond 1st Level. Use this episode to catch up and hang out with Beyond 1st Level.

Apr 29, 20241 hr 10 min

Session 110: The Snake and the Fox

Triel of House Zephroth sees who is really with whom and how the RAIN isn't as subservient as the Drow thought. Just a few hours after being sold, they are ready to bring the drow city and all of its houses crashing down. Will the RAIN be able to survive without their Ishi? Will Airis survive without his pendant? Will the White Fox's mission be stopped before it can even begin?

Apr 23, 20242 hr 42 min

Session 109: The White Fox

Matron Zephroth's plan seems to be stopped… for now. How will the RAIN end her terrible plan? Will the White Fox be able to complete his mission and get his friends out of the Underdark? Can any of these matrons really be trusted?

Apr 16, 20242 hr 27 min

Session 108: Ishi's Gladiatorial Debut (Fight)

Ishi is our center of attention as he has his 1v3 against House Rysoul, House Zavare, and House Maldane and their champion gladiators. Does Ishi have enough strength to pull ahead in this handicap match? What is the rest of The RAIN going to do as he fights? And what is House Zephroth's end game by making this such an uneven fight?

Apr 09, 20242 hr 30 min

Session 108: Ishi's Gladiatorial Debut (Roleplay)

Ishi is our center of attention as he has his 1v3 against House Rysoul, House Zavare, and House Maldane and their champion gladiators. Does Ishi have enough strength to pull ahead in this handicap match? What is the rest of The RAIN going to do as he fights? And what is House Zephroth's end game by making this such an uneven fight?

Apr 09, 20241 hr 24 min

Session 106: Drow Auction

The Drow now know what each member of the RAIN can bring to their house as they are auctioned off to the Drow houses. While Nadia and Airis seem to understand that it might be better to play the part, Riku and Ishi are less than thrilled to roll over, even if to fake it. Who knows what the right call is? And how will the RAIN escape this Drow city?

Mar 19, 20242 hr 24 min

Session 105: Testing

The RAIN is put through hell for six months as the Drow test their worth. Never leaving the watchful eye of the Drow, the RAIN is just biding their time for escape. Will it be easier within the confines of a Drow House? Will Honorcrest withstand the wait for liberation, even as the RAIN struggle to secure their own freedom?

Mar 12, 20242 hr 30 min

Session 103: I want my Mummy! (Battle)

The RAIN make their way deeper into the Echoing Sapphire Cavern when they come across a treasure too good to pass up. Can the RAIN fend off the undead? Is Honorcrest really that powerful? Is the RAIN ready to see an old familiar face?

Feb 20, 20241 hr 55 min

Session 103: I want my Mummy! (Roleplay)

The RAIN make their way deeper into the Echoing Sapphire Cavern when they come across a treasure too good to pass up. Can the RAIN fend off the undead? Is Honorcrest really that powerful? Is the RAIN ready to see an old familiar face?

Feb 20, 20241 hr 42 min

Session 102: Echoing Sapphire Cavern (Airis Session)

The RAIN split up, with Honorcrest and Airis going one way and RIN the other. We focus on Airis and his journey through the cavern. What will he find within the Echoing Cavern, and can he handle it without his party?

Feb 06, 202438 min

Session 102: Echoing Sapphire Cavern (RIN Battle)

The RAIN split up, with Honorcrest and Airis going one way and RIN the other. We focus on RIN and their journey through the cavern. What will they find within the Echoing Cavern, and can they handle it without their helpful healer?

Feb 06, 20242 hr 35 min

Session 101: Hello Again

The RAIN was not expecting to see the Butcher again, let alone at such a black-tie event. What could he be doing here? Is the Demon working with the Cultists? A third question?

Jan 16, 20241 hr 56 min

Session 100.5: Talking Beyond - A Families Tale

In this special episode, we have David (DM) joined by The RAIN: Riku (Will), Airis (Cesar), Ishi (Kelley), and Nadia (Sam), summarizing and sharing their thoughts about the campaign and episodes 91 through 100 of Beyond 1st Level. Use this episode to catch up and hang out with Beyond 1st Level.

Jan 15, 20241 hr 18 min

Session 100: Dungeon Divas: A Tale of Magic and Mayhem

The RAIN has made it to the heart of Monamuth, a city of riches and wonder. A city where your luck is in control of your destiny. It seems the RAIN's luck is to get robbed. Well, almost… Can the RAIN turn their luck around and make it inside the Demon's 100th Anniversary party? I wonder who's on such an exclusive guest list?

Jan 09, 20241 hr 54 min
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