Best Wishes scrambles into combat at the Manor, dealing with the consequences that will change one of them forever... Featuring Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/she) as Shy, Triton Sun Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Orc Circle of the Moon Druid; Adam (he/him) as Esper Declan, Hexblood Phantom Rogue; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Genasi Trickery Cleric! Come join us live for our Main Campaign e...
Mar 10, 2025•3 hr 1 min•Ep. 88
You don't want to look at it. You don't want to see. But you need to. The Weave has a story for you, and you need to look at it to know. But be careful... while you are watching, who is watching you? Content warnings for this episode include: grief & loss // betrayal // abandonment & rejection // death // corruption & possession // body horror // sleep paralysis // being watched // allusions to child endangerment // Godkiller: Balance is performed by Em Carlson, Gina Susanna & Ja...
Mar 07, 2025•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 15
A hectic confrontation on the road upends the party, as they try to get themselves ready for one tasty party at the Murnau Manor... Featuring Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/she) as Shy, Triton Sun Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Orc Circle of the Moon Druid; Adam (he/him) as Esper Declan, Hexblood Phantom Rogue; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Genasi Trickery Cleric! Come join us live for our M...
Mar 03, 2025•2 hr 9 min•Ep. 87
Things go awry in the sewers below Q'lor, and Miri confronts an old friend about their shared past with Nedari... Featuring Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/she) as Shy, Triton Sun Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Orc Circle of the Moon Druid; Adam (he/him) as Esper Declan, Hexblood Phantom Rogue; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Genasi Trickery Cleric! Come join us live for our Main Campaign episo...
Feb 24, 2025•3 hr 36 min•Ep. 86
What's inside you will sustain. What's inside you is a gift. What's inside you is a hope beyond hope. How do you slake your hunger? What would you give to feel whole again? Content warnings for this episode include: food & feeding // grief & loss // betrayal // threats // body horror // family conflict // discussion of attempted murder Godkiller: Balance is performed by Em Carlson, Gina Susanna & Jannes Wessels. The voice of Ungal, The Undying is Matthew Mercer. This season’s dramatu...
Feb 21, 2025•2 hr 32 min•Ep. 14
Esper reunites with Best Wishes on the dark streets of Q'lor, as they foray into the sights of Enoch Murneau & The Carnal Coven... Featuring Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/she) as Shy, Triton Sun Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Orc Circle of the Moon Druid; Adam (he/him) as Esper Declan, Hexblood Phantom Rogue; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Genasi Trickery Cleric! Come join us live for ou...
Feb 17, 2025•3 hr 35 min•Ep. 85
It's HOT CRAZY DEATH, baby! We're back to see what Esper gets up to after he ran from the Cardic Gemini, with our dear sweet baby boy Sux Benedict, as the band faces off against foes in both metaphorical and literal hell.. Featuring Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/she) as Shy, Triton Sun Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Orc Circle of the Moon Druid; Adam (he/him) as Esper Declan, Hexblood Phantom Rogue; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and ...
Feb 10, 2025•2 hr 22 min•Ep. 84
Time. You thought you had more time. But between the Scion and the creeping form in the mirror, it has all come too fast. But goodness, aren't you hungry? Are you fed? Eat. Content warnings for this episode include: police brutality // premeditated violence // deceit // power dynamics // forced confinement // corruption // nepotism // hunger & forced feeding & food // being watched // body horror // murder Godkiller: Balance is performed by Em Carlson, Gina Susanna & Jannes Wessels. ...
Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 14
A plane shift gone wrong lands Best Wishes in the Plane of Ooze, where they do some heroics before FINALLY making it to Q'lor and making a strong first impression... Featuring Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/she) as Shy, Triton Sun Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Orc Circle of the Moon Druid; Adam (he/him) as Esper Declan, Hexblood Phantom Rogue; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Genasi Trickery C...
Feb 03, 2025•3 hr 57 min•Ep. 83
A prince amongst priests. A God amongst men. The darkness is your home, but be careful: what happens when the light is shone on your mortality? Content warnings for this episode include: shadows & the dark // nepotism // corruption // religious overtones // power dynamics // greed // uninvited entry // condescension // violence // premeditated murder Godkiller: Balance is performed by Em Carlson, Gina Susanna & Jannes Wessels. The voice of Ashmedai is Cody Heath. The voice of Avaris Kers...
Jan 24, 2025•35 min•Ep. 13
Best Wishes plots their next path, saying goodbye to Taywin, and making a stop over at Temple Felinis before returning to Miri's old stomping grounds... Featuring Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/she) as Shy, Triton Sun Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Orc Circle of the Moon Druid; Adam (he/him) as Esper Declan, Hexblood Phantom Rogue; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Genasi Trickery Cleric! Huge t...
Jan 20, 2025•3 hr 53 min•Ep. 82
Welcome to our first Godkiller: Balance Talkback, where Em, Gina & Jannes dive into your questions about our show thus far. Spoilers abound, so consider yourself warned! This talkback covers up to Episode 7: Remembering, and drops lots of hints about the upcoming episodes. We talk about our process with the show, the characters and the world, as well as our experiences with the incredible guests we've had join us. We will absolutely be doing another one of these at the end of the series, so ...
Jan 17, 2025•2 hr 51 min
You have to run, you have to. You cannot fight the inevitable. And you have to remember that you can't fight the reality of what's right in front of you. What you see, what you know, and what you want. Content warnings for this episode include: grief // loss // death of a parent // parent-child conflict // gaslighting // being watched, pursed, & chased // burns & wounds // romance // heartbreak // threats of violence & persecution // systemic oppression and corruption Godkiller: Bala...
Jan 10, 2025•2 hr 12 min•Ep. 12
Do you remember when you were made from the mud? How long have you been alone? Did your father want you? And who will save you when the Scion turns his gaze on you? Content warnings for this episode include: grief // loss // death of a parent // parent-child conflict // romance // heartbreak // threats of violence & persecution // systemic oppression and corruption Godkiller: Balance is performed by Em Carlson, Gina Susanna & Jannes Wessels. The voice of Davos Halassian is Christian Carl...
Dec 27, 2024•2 hr 52 min•Ep. 11
The party attempts a heist(?) while Tim(?) puts them through a gauntlet at the Veytoma Academy... Welcome to BlackwaterDnD's Main Campaign, DM'd by our special guest DM, The GM Tim! Featuring Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/she) as Shy, Triton Sun Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Orc Circle of the Moon Druid; Adam (he/him) as Esper Declan, Hexblood Phantom Rogue; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire G...
Dec 25, 2024•3 hr 1 min•Ep. 81
Best Wishes spends a night recovering after the Cardic Gemini in their new abode in Taywin... Welcome to BlackwaterDnD's Main Campaign! Featuring Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/she) as Shy, Triton Sun Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Orc Circle of the Moon Druid; Adam (he/him) as Esper Declan, Hexblood Phantom Rogue; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Genasi Trickery Cleric! Welcoming guests Kelli ...
Dec 16, 2024•2 hr 13 min•Ep. 80
There is comfort in being lost. There is hope in being found. There is fear in being truly seen and known, but it is worth it in the end. Content warnings for this episode include: grief // loss // allusions to pre-meditated murder // parent-child conflict // betrayal // romance // heartbreak Godkiller: Balance is performed by Em Carlson, Gina Susanna & Jannes Wessels. This season’s dramaturge is Tim Carlson. Special thanks to our campaign artist, Mischi, who you can find @Mischiart on twitt...
Dec 13, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 10
A tense standoff atop the caldera of Asari as Best Wishes struggles to resolve the Cardic Gemini... Welcome to BlackwaterDnD's Main Campaign! Featuring Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/she) as Shy, Triton Sun Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Orc Circle of the Moon Druid; Adam (he/him) as Esper Declan, Hexblood Phantom Rogue; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Genasi Trickery Cleric! Welcoming guests ...
Dec 09, 2024•2 hr 58 min•Ep. 79
Roslyn explore further into the terrifying dreamscape, challenging a malevolently kind Fox as she seeks control of her fate... Content warnings for this episode include: knife violence // graphic descriptions of harm to animals, animal death // meat and animal gore (skinning) // gaslighting // death of a parent // hallucinations // storms (thunder sound effects) // blood // fire (being surrounded), fire sound effects // burn injury // being watched // religious overtones // whispering sound effe...
Dec 06, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 3
The Cardic Gemini is upon us, and the harrowing battle for the state of magic in the world of Teris begins... Welcome to BlackwaterDnD's Main Campaign! Featuring Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/she) as Shy, Triton Sun Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Piney Circle of the Moon Druid; Adam (he/him) as Esper Declan, Hexblood Phantom Rogue; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Genasi Trickery Cleric! Welco...
Dec 02, 2024•4 hr 37 min•Ep. 78
Best Wishes finds Blueberry's sibling, Raas, and time ticks down to the Gemini as the volcano Asari gets unstable... Welcome to BlackwaterDnD's Main Campaign! Featuring Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/she) as Shy, Triton Sun Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Piney Circle of the Moon Druid; Adam (he/him) as Esper Declan, Hexblood Phantom Rogue; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Genasi Trickery Cleric...
Nov 29, 2024•3 hr 31 min•Ep. 77
It’s time to stop dreaming, because the real world is banging on your door. The City of Glass demands your attention, as you look to find what’s lost… Content warnings for this episode include: violence // body horror // police brutality // animal endangerment // death // murder // grief // loss // romance // heartbreak // being chased // ulterior motives Godkiller: Balance is performed by Em Carlson, Gina Susanna & Jannes Wessels. This season’s dramaturge is Tim Carlson. Special thanks to o...
Nov 29, 2024•2 hr 51 min•Ep. 9
We are back tonight as we journey up to the caldera of Asari with the Gemini looming... Welcome to BlackwaterDnD's Main Campaign! Featuring Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/she) as Shy, Triton Sun Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Piney Circle of the Moon Druid; Adam (he/him) as Esper Declan, Hexblood Phantom Rogue; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Genasi Trickery Cleric! Come join us live for our M...
Nov 22, 2024•3 hr 44 min•Ep. 76
The party races to the Bloodwood, fending off the Kaissar as the Cardic Gemini approaches... Welcome to BlackwaterDnD's Main Campaign! Featuring Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/she) as Shy, Triton Sun Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Piney Circle of the Moon Druid; Adam (he/him) as Esper Declan, Hexblood Phantom Rogue; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Genasi Trickery Cleric! Come join us live for ...
Nov 22, 2024•3 hr 47 min•Ep. 75
We find Ever on her own journey through the Dreamscape, as she searches for answers about the path she and Rake now walk… Content warnings for this episode include: grief // romance // omission of truth // pain & superficial wounds Godkiller: Balance is performed by Em Carlson, Gina Susanna & Jannes Wessels. This season’s dramaturge is Tim Carlson. Special thanks to our campaign artist, Mischi, who you can find @Mischiart on twitter! Our main theme for this episode, Light & Dark, was...
Nov 15, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 8
As Roslyn realizes how lost she is, she takes matters into her own hands while the Never Was calls her deeper still… Content warnings for this episode include: The woods // getting lost // violence // misogyny // gaslighting // death of a parent // knives as weapons // substance use // taunting/teasing // blood // birth imagery // holes and pits // being watched // misophonia // religious overtones // animal death // allusions to cults Wayward Autumnal is performed by Em Carlson as Roslyn, the T...
Nov 14, 2024•53 min•Ep. 2
As Rake fails to dream, something else awaits in the liminal space between sleep and awake… Content warnings for this episode include: Sleep paralysis // Body horror // creature horror & teeth // threats of violence Godkiller: Balance is performed by Em Carlson, Gina Susanna & Jannes Wessels. This season’s dramaturge is Tim Carlson. Special thanks to our campaign artist, Mischi, who you can find @Mischiart on twitter! Our main theme for this episode, Light & Dark, was composed by Sea...
Nov 08, 2024•35 min•Ep. 7
In our opening chapter, we meet a young girl named Roslyn, and find her foraging for mushrooms on the edge of a world unknown. The Never Was beckons… did you bring your knife? Wayward Autumnal is performed by Em Carlson as Roslyn, the Traveller, Anne Monteverdi as the Arcadian, and Cameron Strittmater, Candace Marie, and Josephine King as our Terrors. Our main theme for this episode, as well as character leitmotifs and folk horror ambiance by Si Rutherford. Additional music and effects by Epidem...
Oct 31, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 1
The party treks towards the Blistered Heart deep within the Shadowfell, and gets a startling sending from an old foe... Welcome to BlackwaterDnD's Main Campaign! Featuring Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/she) as Shy, Triton Sun Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Piney Circle of the Moon Druid; Adam (he/him) as Esper Declan, Hexblood Phantom Rogue; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Genasi Trickery Cle...
Oct 31, 2024•3 hr 6 min•Ep. 74
Esper pleads with Osyron, as Best Wishes has some heart-to-hearts and prepares to go into the Shadowfell... Welcome to BlackwaterDnD's Main Campaign! Featuring Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/she) as Shy, Triton Sun Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Piney Circle of the Moon Druid; Adam (he/him) as Esper Declan, Hexblood Phantom Rogue; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Genasi Trickery Cleric! Come jo...
Oct 31, 2024•2 hr 29 min•Ep. 73
