Candela Obscura

Candela Obscura follows an esoteric order of investigators as they use centuries of knowledge to fight back a mysterious source of corruption and bleed. The first chapter of Candela Obscura stars veteran voice actors Robbie Daymond, Laura Bailey, Anjali Bhimani, and Ashley Johnson and the story is led by Matthew Mercer. Leveraging gaming as a story mechanic, the series features the Candela Obscura roleplaying game from Darrington Press, which is designed with the Illuminated Worlds system.

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Episodes

Candela Obscura: Game Master Roundtable

Aabria Iyengar, Liam O’Brien, Spenser Starke, and Matthew Mercer gather together to discuss the otherworldly experience of being Game Masters in the world of Candela Obscura! Learn about the unique techniques these Game Masters used to create their settings, develop meaningful arcs for their players, and craft a thrilling mystery using the Illuminated Worlds System. We hope this helps you with your own investigations! Dive into your own Candela Obscura games on Candela Obscura Games Week, July 2...

Jul 02, 2024•1 hr 21 min

Candela Obscura Live | The Circle of the Silver Screen

When a vile phenomenon emerges on set, the cameras roll on the Circle of the Silver Screen - Assignment #29 -1128 "Stagecraft" The world of Candela Obscura comes to life for a special one-shot assignment prepared and performed in front of a live audience at the United Theater on Broadway in Los Angeles. A session zero with VIP ticketholders preceded this special one-shot, where our game master and players worked with the live audience to complete character creation, develop relationships, and fo...

Jun 06, 2024•3 hr 39 min

Candela Obscura: The Circle of The Crimson Mirror | Episode 3 | Into the Abyss

This episode is sponsored by Aura. Stop data brokers from exposing your personal information. Head over to our sponsor https://www.aura.com/candelaobscura to get a 14-day free trial and see how much of yours is being sold. Witness the Fairelands come to life May 25th for an immersive Candela Obscura LIVE SHOW at The United Theater on Broadway in Los Angeles! Tickets are on sale now: https://www.axs.com/events/548570/candela-obscura-live-tickets Something primordial stirs within the depths of Old...

May 02, 2024•5 hr 24 min

Candela Obscura: The Circle of The Crimson Mirror | Episode 2 | The Gilded Graveyard

Past horrors resurface as the Circle of the Crimson Mirror attend a masquerade, along with Newfaires major powers. Grab your copy of the Candela Obscura Core Rulebook at our Darrington Press Guild stores, a friendly local game store, or any of our Critical Role online shops! United States: https://shop.critrole.com/collections/candela-obscura United Kingdom: https://shop.critrole.co.uk/collections/candela-obscura Australia: https://shop.critrole.com.au/collections/candela-obscura Canada: https:/...

Apr 04, 2024•4 hr 50 min

Candela Obscura: The Circle of The Crimson Mirror | Episode 1 | Seeking Serenity

Far off upon the Glass Sea, a circle of investigators voyage home with the remains of a powerful alchemist. Grab your copy of the Candela Obscura Core Rulebook at our Darrington Press Guild stores, a friendly local game store, or any of our Critical Role online shops! United States: https://shop.critrole.com/collections/candela-obscura United Kingdom: https://shop.critrole.co.uk/collections/candela-obscura Australia: https://shop.critrole.com.au/collections/candela-obscura Canada: https://canada...

Mar 07, 2024•4 hr 45 min

Candela Obscura: Tide & Bone | Episode 3 | Candles in the Dark

Something deep within Oldfaire beckons the Circle of Tide and Bone, as they leave no stone unturned. Grab your copy of the Candela Obscura Core Rulebook at our Darrington Press Guild stores, a friendly local game store, or any of our Critical Role online shops! United States: https://shop.critrole.com/collections/candela-obscura United Kingdom: https://shop.critrole.co.uk/collections/candela-obscura Australia: https://shop.critrole.com.au/collections/candela-obscura Canada: https://canada.critro...

Feb 01, 2024•4 hr 36 min

Candela Obscura: Tide & Bone | Episode 2 | The Guardian of Groundswell

The Circle of Tide and Bone confront an aqueous phenomenon, as the Periphery’s fist looms over the district of Groundswell. Grab your copy of the Candela Obscura Core Rulebook at our Darrington Press Guild stores, a friendly local game store, or any of our Critical Role online shops! United States: https://shop.critrole.com/collections/candela-obscura United Kingdom: https://shop.critrole.co.uk/collections/candela-obscura Australia: https://shop.critrole.com.au/collections/candela-obscura Canada...

Jan 11, 2024•3 hr 39 min•Season 3Ep. 2

Candela Obscura: Tide & Bone | Episode 1 | The Antiquarian

After a creature known throughout legend emerges within Newfaire, Candela Obscura rallies the only circle they believe capable of taking on this Fairen Folklore. Grab your copy of the Candela Obscura Core Rulebook at our Darrington Press Guild stores, a friendly local game store, or any of our Critical Role online shops! United States: https://shop.critrole.com/collections/candela-obscura United Kingdom: https://shop.critrole.co.uk/collections/candela-obscura Australia: https://shop.critrole.com...

Dec 11, 2023•4 hr 16 min

Candela Obscura: Needle & Thread | Episode 3 | Broken Path

Uncertain who is friend or foe, The Circle of Needle and Thread continue their efforts to end a vengeful hunt Download and play the Quickstart Guide for Candela Obscura at https://darringtonpress.com/candela Candela Obscura is an ongoing monthly horror drama that follows an esoteric order of investigators as they use centuries of knowledge to fight back against a mysterious source of corruption and bleed. Leveraging gaming as a story mechanic, the series features the Candela Obscura tabletop rol...

Nov 09, 2023•6 hr 4 min

Candela Obscura: Needle & Thread | Episode 2 | Flesh and Blood

The Circle of Needle and Thread are forced to question their morality as an infiltrating purge rages on. Download and play the Quickstart Guide for Candela Obscura at https://darringtonpress.com/candela Our London Live Show, The Mighty Nein Reunion: Echoes of the Solstice, is coming to theaters on Thursday, October 26th at 7pm local time! Buy your tickets at the links below! Cinemark (United States): https://www.cinemark.com/movies/critical-role-the-mighty-nein-reunion-echoes-of-the-solstice Cin...

Oct 05, 2023•3 hr 52 min

Candela Obscura: Needle & Thread | Episode 1 | Eye for an Eye

Years after the Last Great War has ended, five investigators unite and defend the Fairelands against an eldritch invasion. Download and play the Quickstart Guide for Candela Obscura at https://darringtonpress.com/candela Candela Obscura is an ongoing monthly horror drama that follows an esoteric order of investigators as they use centuries of knowledge to fight back against a mysterious source of corruption and bleed. Leveraging gaming as a story mechanic, the series features the Candela Obscura...

Sep 07, 2023•4 hr 27 min

Candela Obscura: Vassal & Veil | Episode 3 | The Collectors

The Circle of the Vassal and the Veil band together one final time to close unresolved business, as a newfound terror awakens within the permeating void. Download and play the Quickstart Guide for Candela Obscura at https://darringtonpress.com/candela Candela Obscura is an ongoing monthly horror drama that follows an esoteric order of investigators as they use centuries of knowledge to fight back against a mysterious source of corruption and bleed. Leveraging gaming as a story mechanic, the seri...

Aug 10, 2023•4 hr 52 min

Candela Obscura: Vassal & Veil | Episode 2 | Ravage of Red Lamp

A hunger yearns throughout city streets, as The Circle of the Vassal and the Veil toil to unravel the mysteries of Newfaires ancient history. Download and play the Quickstart Guide for Candela Obscura at https://darringtonpress.com/candela Candela Obscura is an ongoing monthly horror drama that follows an esoteric order of investigators as they use centuries of knowledge to fight back against a mysterious source of corruption and bleed. Leveraging gaming as a story mechanic, the series features ...

Jul 13, 2023•4 hr 11 min

Candela Obscura: Vassal & Veil | Episode 1 | The Cold Embrace

After witnessing a devastating tragedy, a young street urchin has the veil yanked from his shrouded life - upturning and thrusting him into an esoteric world, guided by the light of a secret order… Download and play the Quickstart Guide for Candela Obscura at https://darringtonpress.com/candela Candela Obscura is an ongoing monthly horror drama that follows an esoteric order of investigators as they use centuries of knowledge to fight back against a mysterious source of corruption and bleed. Lev...

Jun 08, 2023•3 hr 29 min

Candela Obscura Official Trailer

We're thrilled to announce Candela Obscura, a brand new game, in a brand new world, using a brand new system! Candela Obscura is an ongoing horror drama that follows an esoteric order of investigators as they use centuries of knowledge to fight back a mysterious source of corruption and bleed. Leveraging improv and gaming as story mechanics, the series features the Candela Obscura game, which is run on the Illuminated Worlds System, both created by Critical Role’s publishing company, Darrington ...

May 09, 2023•2 min

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