The party's arrival in Lamb's Respite was quite eventful if not a bit down from the weather. The exciting allure of a big city drew the party out late into the night for a quick stop at the Fair Maiden's Tavern. However, Charles Smoot used the opportunity and slipped away. Charging towards the only lead that could potentially unite him with his family, he encountered several seekers who attempted to help the supposedly homeless man as best as they could. But the ever-persistent Charles, unabated...
May 23, 2021•1 hr 32 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Having learned that Alias' remains reside in the Shadow Plane, SOW, Daniel, Wilson, and Ceilia prepare to embark on a rescue mission. With daring bravado, the four open a portal in space and venture forward. But will their actions pay off? Pray for the party in Sword Art Online: AOD S3E28. About: Sword Art Online: AOD is an actual play podcast that follows the story of the "Antithesis of Darkness" guild on their journey to simply survive being trapped inside of an MMORPG world. This ain't your m...
May 16, 2021•55 min
After collecting a much-deserved reward from Mayor Hamble Gimber, the party set out from Newern and headed to Lamb's Respite. But not before Smoot and Allan visited the reliquary and met with another unfortunate soul affected by the forest, Hana. While on the road, they had the opportunity to taste a delicacy of West Realm just days before their arrival to Lamb's Respite. Prepare your passports for The Gate Chronicles S1E26. About: The Gate Chronicles (aka TGC) is an actual play RPG run in the P...
May 09, 2021•1 hr 36 min•Season 1Ep. 26
It seems that the end of the case is drawing nearer. Snow, Draken, and S, having successfully gathered evidence against Matayo, make their way back into the heart of Aerveldum. But Snow is feeling conflicted and is left with a litany of decisions to make. Overwhelmed, she seeks a friendly face and a kind gesture. Pull out your leave crystals for Sword Art Online: AOD S3E27. About: Sword Art Online: AOD is an actual play podcast that follows the story of the "Antithesis of Darkness" guild on thei...
May 02, 2021•1 hr 30 min•Season 3Ep. 27
The party's triumphant return was met with jovial celebration from the locals of Newern. But the weary group took some time to recoup from another harrowing fight. Another bath with the infamous secret concentrate of Newern's bathhouse, a short meal, followed by retiring for the evening. Ready your coin purses for The Gate Chronicles S1E25. About: The Gate Chronicles (aka TGC) is an actual play RPG run in the Pathfinder RPG system. It is the second series running concurrently with Sword Art Onli...
Apr 25, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Snow, Draken, and S have arrived outside of Dr. Vasquez's old warehouse. The three look for a way inside to find clues on the murders that have been happening in Aerveldum. But with a potential murder suspect inside they will have to act carefully. Ready your magnifying glass for Sword Art Online: AOD S3E26. About: Sword Art Online: AOD is an actual play podcast that follows the story of the "Antithesis of Darkness" guild on their journey to simply survive being trapped inside of an MMORPG world...
Apr 18, 2021•1 hr 11 min
After accepting the "hypothetical" quest to find and vanquish the creature causing the villagers of Newern much anguish, the party ventured deeper into the marsh following some ominously large tracks. They led to a deep pool of water where Mest happened upon a seemingly human bone in the mud. The eerie sight set the group on edge, but too late for those who crept close to the water's edge as the monstrous creature lept out the water and swallowed Finavir whole. With effort, they dispatched the a...
Apr 11, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 24
While Daniel and SOW contended with discovering what options they had to help Alias, Snow has been with Draken. And you can imagine the mixture of emotions she is experiencing. But you don't have to imagine, you can listen to it in surround sound, high-definition audio. Shall we begin? #tsunderesquad assemble for Sword Art Online: AOD S3E25. About: Sword Art Online: AOD is an actual play podcast that follows the story of the "Antithesis of Darkness" guild on their journey to simply survive being...
Apr 04, 2021•1 hr 46 min
Rest is an important part of a journey, which the party took full advantage of the previous day at the bathhouse and inn of Newern. But due to the concern of Kelsey and the suspicious behavior of the villagers, the party decided to investigate the cause of their qualm. A brief encounter with Mayor Hamble Gimber revealed a "hypothetical" attack against the town that he is "hypothetically" willing to pay a reward for. And now we check in on our Foreigners and their companions that evening. I hope ...
Mar 28, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 23
The realization that a party member could be eaten by a bag leaves the SOW and Daniel at a loss. With what little remains of Alias, the bag, they must approach Snow with the foul news. Hopefully, they can find a solution or at least find the resolve to keep moving forward. Prepare your handkerchief as we mourn in Sword Art Online: AOD S3E24. About: Sword Art Online: AOD is an actual play podcast that follows the story of the "Antithesis of Darkness" guild on their journey to simply survive being...
Mar 21, 2021•59 min•Season 3Ep. 24
After arriving in Newern, the party found themselves taking some time to relax. At least as best as they could with the looming sense that something is awry in the village. A mayor with a walking band and villagers avoiding the travelers is enough to set them on edge. Whatever is going on here can't be good. Pull up your boots as you arrive in The Gate Chronicles S1E22. About: The Gate Chronicles (aka TGC) is an actual play RPG run in the Pathfinder RPG system. It is the second series running co...
Mar 14, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 22
More and more clues keep piling up, but will the AOD gang be able to piece it together to solve the mysterious murders? Well, before getting down to further business, Snow recommends that the under-equipped party members take a moment to gather their gear. With such an easy task before them Alias, Daniel, and SOW pay a quick visit to Yenimut. All around they've got this episode in the bag. Better check those price tags as we dive into Sword Art Online: AOD S3E23. About: Sword Art Online: AOD is ...
Mar 07, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Season 3Ep. 23
After about a week of travel, the Caravan was ambushed by El Chico and his banditos. The party assisted in fending them off, however, the Caravan would need repairs. And according to Popplai, they would have to stop in Newern for about 3 days before continuing their journey to the nearby Seeker base, Lamb's Respite. Hang onto your coin purse in The Gate Chronicles S1E21. About: The Gate Chronicles (aka TGC) is an actual play RPG run in the Pathfinder RPG system. It is the second series running c...
Feb 28, 2021•1 hr 35 min•Season 1Ep. 21
The alarming situation with the Fulgur Orn dies down and the party takes their next steps in advancing the investigations of the murder. The riddles clue them into checking out the local College where the Art Department is located. What further clues will the party find? Will SOW find another woman to romance? Can Alias climb tall buildings? Who knows. You'll have to listen to this week's episode to find out! Pull out your grappling hooks and prepare to get an overhead view in Sword Art Online: ...
Feb 21, 2021•1 hr 43 min•Season 3Ep. 22
It seemed the time to leave Ashpi had come. But not without notice. As the crew boarded the wagon, the Caravan was stopped by the seemingly desperate Red Guard. While they managed to dodge the bullet after the brief encounter with Captain Wernsberg, they cannot help but be worried about the warning he issued to them. And now we join the Foreigners and their companions on the road to Newern. Settle down for the journey in The Gate Chronicles S1E20. About: The Gate Chronicles (aka TGC) is an actua...
Feb 14, 2021•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 20
After our short hiatus, the AOD guild is back at it again. Continuing their investigation in regards to the serial killer who plagues the town of Aerveldum. With new clues, theories, and hints what could possibly go wrong? The party would never argue, and then later split. We wouldn't spend 30 minutes talking about clocks, and anger some of the most useful NPC's. Events would not be put in motion that would potentially destroy the city itself? Well, the important part is the fun we have on the w...
Feb 07, 2021•1 hr 50 min•Season 3Ep. 21
Retrieving the Mountain King's scepter proved to be quite the challenge for our pawty. Faced with a guardian statue, they triumphed with relative ease. But the puzzle that followed left the doggos stumped for quite some time. Now that they've obtained the scepter, they were quickly whisked away by Bones to the location of the last artifact, a cave underneath the town of Brien. Now, they must find a way to retrieve the Rod of Torrents as a whirlpool and a crystal stand in their way. AOD Doggies i...
Jan 17, 2021•1 hr 40 min
The pawty made their way to the supposed location of the Mountain King's castle, only to discover no actual castle in sight. After exploring the area further, the sinister scent of a Dream Eater caught their attention and in their pursuit of it awoke a stone guardian. A deadly encounter ensued and the pawty was victorious, but just then, the earth began to shake. AOD Doggies is a homebrew story based off the rules of Dungeons and Doggies, a 5e DnD ruleset about awakened doggies! All GM notes wil...
Jan 10, 2021•1 hr 28 min
All good things must come to an end. While the pawty patrolled Dream Island and made acquaintance with the new locals of the area, foul news interrupted their happy day. Bones returned from an excursion on the mainland, announcing that the witches seem to be making their move towards awakening the third sister. While Uther is not ready to take his place, the weakened Sandman offers a solution. Retrieve the Rod of Torrents and Scepter of the Mountain King and reunite the artifacts of the three br...
Jan 03, 2021•1 hr 14 min
Rest seemed inevitable to everyone but Mest. His paranoid state led him to be the "watcher in the night." Unfortunately for him, a lack of sleep only aided in his mental degradation. As he finally gets some shuteye, the remaining group take some time to regather materials and Fin tries to secure passage on the Caravan. The only problem is the coin that they lack. Pull out your scoreboards and get ready to rate the results as 10/10 in The Gate Chronicles S1E19. About: The Gate Chronicles (aka TGC...
Dec 30, 2020•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 19
The revival of the three sisters has begun. Two of the witches escaped from their seals while the health of the Sandman dwindles. It was up to our doggy heroes to find him an apprentice who was "brave of heart and earnest" before it was too late. Now, our doggies and their candidate reside on Dream Island. Training and learning so they'll be ready for the coming fight. AOD Doggies is a homebrew story based off the rules of Dungeons and Doggies, a 5e DnD ruleset about awakened doggies! All GM not...
Dec 25, 2020•1 hr 35 min
After finally reuniting with Cici, the party returned to the Hill House. Amali is still nowhere to be seen and apparently Tapti left the village. We return to the scene, late at night, the windows of the house haphazardly covered with blankets and the scent of paranoia drifting off the sweat of Alfred's brow. The front door swings open. Get your bats ready, we might need to defend the fortress in The Gate Chronicles S1E18. About: The Gate Chronicles (aka TGC) is an actual play RPG run in the Pat...
Dec 16, 2020•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 18
The party finally loads into the car after some protesting by Snow about whose handler is whose. Arriving at the morgue proves to be the easiest task of them all as more questions pile atop questions as the party interviews the dead. Put on your thinking caps because the party might need your brains to pick in Sword Art Online: AOD S3E20. About: Sword Art Online: AOD is an actual play podcast that follows the story of the "Antithesis of Darkness" guild on their journey to simply survive being tr...
Dec 13, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Season 3Ep. 20
After a long evening of investigation, the party made their way to Casa Benadiné to rest up and prepare for the next part of the mystery at the morgue. But the Don Terra family have plans of their own for the party. What sinister plot could be up their sleeve? Find the coziest blanket or onesie that you can, because you'll be needing it in Sword Art Online: AOD S3E19. About: Sword Art Online: AOD is an actual play podcast that follows the story of the "Antithesis of Darkness" guild on their jour...
Dec 06, 2020•1 hr 30 min•Season 3Ep. 19
The party has finally returned to Ashpi Village, finding some relief in the fact that Cici may be well. However, tensions once again rise with ominous red lights trailing along the path to Cici's house, setting some members of the group to panic. Meanwhile, Smoot and Allan explore the caravan and come across some familiar faces, David and Cici. But they're not the only ones relived to see her. It seems the Captain of the Red Guard has found her as well. All these juicy tidbits might leave your m...
Dec 02, 2020•1 hr 43 min•Season 1Ep. 17
After offering their aid to High Council member, Benedict Don Terra, the AOD guild continues their investigative process! To show his gratitude, Don Terra would provide protection for the AOD group. New people, new places, new faces. How many people Snow will attempt to adopt and as a side note who is this mysterious serial killer? But hey! Welcome to the Family! Grab your loved ones and buckle up as we learn what happens in Sword Art Online: AOD S3E18. About: Sword Art Online: AOD is an actual ...
Nov 29, 2020•1 hr 25 min•Season 3Ep. 18
This week the AOD Guild stumbles upon a murder most foul and this time it's not a bird pun. Join the GM in remembering that there is a cleric; and he can speak with dead people. Go figure! Snowlocke Holmes is on the case, inspired by "Deviant Thoughts." So snuggle up to your local Mafia Don, you kumar, you. Be prepared for witness protection. And remember, don't walk alone at night, especially with "the murder I wrote." (the GM asked for evil laughter to be inserted here. I am unable to vocalize...
Nov 22, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Season 3Ep. 17
Exotic animal handling is definitely not this party's strong suit, demonstrated by their inability to obtain venom from the young touda. In this scenario, they failed to do so and one of the party members, Allan, was afflicted by paralysis for 1 day. Not only that, but they discovered the mangled body of a seeker, which set everyone on edge. Fin had a nightmare about his mother and woke up in a cold sweat only to discover Isabelle beside him. With so much tension, you might wanna get a massage w...
Nov 18, 2020•1 hr 38 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Not only do we love "My Favorite Things," we decided to pay homage to a great song and explain the episode in the best way possible. Raindrops on roses and long flowing tresses. Plenty of bread rolls and chiffon dresses. Bards up on stage dancing around. It is one of our favorite sounds. When Ashe sings, The crowd screams. Someone's turning blue. We look to the sky and we say GM "why Is everything on fire?!" Now put on those earbuds and turn up the volume and find out what happens in Sword Art O...
Nov 15, 2020•1 hr 39 min•Season 3Ep. 16
The party quietly, although dubiously, hears out Draken's proposition. Apparently they just have to go to a fancy party. Somehow they manage to get the illustrious black limitless card. Alias takes full advantage and goes on a shopping spree with the guys. Meanwhile Selena and Snow travel back to the Guild hall for a brief reprieve and to check in on Clyde. But things were not as they egg-spected. Now put on those earbuds and turn up the volume and find out what happens in Sword Art Online: AOD ...
Nov 08, 2020•1 hr 43 min•Season 3Ep. 15
