Bone Throwers Theater

Quite a bit happened in the past few episodes, so that makes for some interesting commentary. We recap the tension created, the plates that are still spinning, and how the characters might react as the head into the realm of the Fae . Who Advanced their Character the Most: Jeremy Who has the best Roleplaying: Johnny Who Brought the best Snack: Johnny (for homemade beef jerky) System: Mini Six, from AntiPaladin Games CAST: Jordan -- The Game Master Aaron -- Brother Benedict Jeff -- Demetrius Norden Jeremy -- Grayson Digby Johnny -- Jorus Glave

Here's a new one-shot adventure for you, as we try out Swords Without Master. In this first episode we meet the characters, find out what fuels their fight, and quickly get to see them thrown into peril against Blood Elves and the fierce beasts they have tamed. System: Swords Without Master by Epidiah Ravachol from Worlds Without Master, Issue 3 CAST:  Jordan -- The Overmaster Jeff -- Randall Prouse Jeremy -- Rindesh Tel Johnny -- Minkus Furhaven

Jorus leads the group through the magical barrier into the cathedral to square off against The Goatman and Naine Rouge. But will their moment of bravery and heroism save the queen? System: Mini Six, from AntiPaladin Games CAST: Jordan -- The Game Master Aaron -- Brother Benedict Jeff -- Demetrius Norden Jeremy -- Grayson Digby Johnny -- Jorus Glave

Since this was our first time playing this system, we spent some time giving our takes on how it stacks up to our previous gaming experiences. Jordan also reveals the details of the real-life story of the Snallygaster that gave this one-shot a local (Maryland) flare. System: Monster of the Week (2nd Edition) by Michael Sands from Evil Hat Games CAST:  Jordan -- The Keeper Aaron -- Alan Scott (The Expert) Elijah -- Jinn Jackson (The Professional) Jeff -- Ray Nichol (The Mundane) Jeremy -- Jace Thompson (The Wronged)

Check out this explosive episode of our Angel's Guard campaign. For real, things really do blow up. The fire and ice lead to some unnatural destruction for the city of Dinium, and the bomb goes off for some interesting character development. None of the characters are quite aware of it yet, but the players are definitely shaken. System: Mini Six, from AntiPaladin Games CAST: Jordan -- The Game Master Aaron -- Brother Benedict Jeff -- Demetrius Norden Jeremy -- Grayson Digby Johnny -- Jorus Glave

The team goes into a smelly cave with giant Snallygaster eggs. Will they make it back out before the real threat arrives? Probably not, but are they clever enough to survive a showdown with the beasts? System: Monster of the Week (2nd Edition) by Michael Sands from Evil Hat Games CAST:  Jordan -- The Keeper Aaron -- Alan Scott (The Expert) Elijah -- Jinn Jackson (The Professional) Jeff -- Ray Nichol (The Mundane) Jeremy -- Jace Thompson (The Wronged)

The party splits (which is always a good thing) to discover more about these magic bones in the Undermarket below, and to find out more about the Rheman fire and Bae Van Shee ice in the city above. In both places, timing is everything, but it appears imminent that the "bombs" will drop... very soon. System: Mini Six, from AntiPaladin Games CAST: Jordan -- The Game Master Aaron -- Brother Benedict Jeff -- Demetrius Norden Jeremy -- Grayson Digby Johnny -- Jorus Glave

Fresh off of their info gathering session with another local expert, the group gathers some unusual supplies then heads off the High Rock to hunt down the Snallygaster. But in a sticky situation, Jace may have set loose another threat. System: Monster of the Week (2nd Edition) by Michael Sands from Evil Hat Games CAST:  Jordan -- The Keeper Aaron -- Alan Scott (The Expert) Elijah -- Jinn Jackson (The Professional) Jeff -- Ray Nichol (The Mundane) Jeremy -- Jace Thompson (The Wronged)

The rash actions of last session leave the group staring down an angry mob in the Undermarket. Can they escape unscathed? Probably... but with useful information from the leader of the Bae Van Shee cult? That might take a lot of magic. System: Mini Six, from AntiPaladin Games CAST: Jordan -- The Game Master Aaron -- Brother Benedict Jeff -- Demetrius Norden Jeremy -- Grayson Digby Johnny -- Jorus Glave

The group reconvenes to share what they have learned so far. They have a lead on someone who might know what the monster is. But would that encounter be more dangerous? System: Monster of the Week (2nd Edition) by Michael Sands from Evil Hat Games CAST:  Jordan -- The Keeper Aaron -- Alan Scott (The Expert) Elijah -- Jinn Jackson (The Professional) Jeff -- Ray Nichol (The Mundane) Jeremy -- Jace Thompson (The Wronged)

It's time for another commentary episode! Fresh off of the high tension of the last episode's cliffhanger, the group discusses how Jordan is really good at pushing the character's buttons. Jeremy gives some insight on an inspiration for Grayson's personality, and theories start to form about Fae magic and it's roll in the group. Who Advanced their Character the Most: Jeff Who has the best Roleplaying: Aaron Who Brought the best Snack: Johnny (for a Crab Dip) System: Mini Six, from AntiPaladin Games CAST: Jordan -- The Game Master Aaron -- Brother Benedict Jeff -- Demetrius Norden Jeremy -- Grayson Digby Johnny -- Jorus Glave

The one-shot adventure begins as news of 2 mysterious deaths in western Maryland circulate the hot sheets. The group convenes at the scene, and one character comes face to face with a perplexing creature. System: Monster of the Week (2nd Edition) by Michael Sands from Evil Hat Games CAST:  Jordan -- The Keeper Aaron -- Alan Scott (The Expert) Elijah -- Jinn Jackson (The Professional) Jeff -- Ray Nichol (The Mundane) Jeremy -- Jace Thompson (The Wronged)

The group continues to investigate in the Undermarket. Clues about Fae magic are found.  But there is a chance encounter with a group of Bae Van Shee fanatics, and the tension is more than one character can tolerate. System: Mini Six, from AntiPaladin Games CAST: Jordan -- The Game Master Aaron -- Brother Benedict Jeff -- Demetrius Norden Jeremy -- Grayson Digby Johnny -- Jorus Glave

For this one-shot, the party jumps into the "Powered by the Apocalypse" style of game play. For those unfamiliar with Monster of the Week, it is a game focusing on, well, hunting monsters. It works along the lines of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Supernatural. In this episode, we meet the characters and go over the shared history. Jordan's brother, Elijah, is also a guest during this one-shot. System: Monster of the Week (2nd Edition) by Michael Sands from Evil Hat Games CAST: Jordan -- The Keeper Aaron -- Alan Scott (The Expert) Elijah -- Jinn Jackson (The Professional) Jeff -- Ray Nichol (The Mundane) Jeremy -- Jace Thompson (The Wronged)

Benedict has decided to talk to the Privy Council. Jorus is concerned that a Rheman monarch, Willem of Orange, may be named to replace the queen. He convinces Lord Cheddar to help avert that. A vote of no confidence is cast. System: Mini Six, from AntiPaladin Games CAST: Jordan -- The Game Master Aaron -- Brother Benedict Jeff -- Demetrius Norden Jeremy -- Grayson Digby Johnny -- Byrom Michael

The finale of Grin is upon us! Doctor Schroeder has taken Taylor to his operating theater. Vivisection is imminent! Will his remaining friends be able to save him? Or will Taylor meet a grisly end? There's only one way to find out. System: Grin from Arcana Games. You can find the rules at www.arcana-games.com/grin. Aaron -- Taylor James Jeff -- Brad Greenson Jeremy -- Shane Simmons Nick -- Terrence Brock Sarah -- Samantha Ludwig

The quest for the key continues! Also, Lord Liverich is now missing. The party debates whether or not they should find him. Greyson decides he wants to convince Benedict to go see if there are more people need rescuing at Parliament. He convinces Benedict quite well. When they get to that area, they notice a distinct lack of people. It seems that magical problems are becoming more dire... System: Mini Six, from AntiPaladin Games CAST: Jordan -- The Game Master Aaron -- Brother Benedict Jeff -- Demetrius Norden Jeremy -- Grayson Digby Johnny -- Byrom Michael

Things have become far more Grim on this one shot episode of Grin. We've had a character die. Most of the group get locked into an isolation room with a corpse. Taylor hears a door opening. Could that be something Even more frightening? Listen to find out... if you dare?? System: Grin from Arcana Games. You can find the rules at www.arcana-games.com/grin. Aaron -- Taylor James Jeff -- Brad Greenson Jeremy -- Shane Simmons Nick -- Terrence Brock Sarah -- Samantha Ludwig

BTT AG 2.35 Commentary It's time for another commentary episode! A lot of things have happened over the last few episodes of play, keeping the players on edge. They discuss how the character behave in a way that they normally wouldn't. He wonders if the magic had something to do with it. Jordan talks about how he used a piece of art to inspire his note-taking for this session. Johnny wants to increase Jorus's magic. Aaron wishes that Benedict had been in the catacombs. The players note how much their characters are out of their element. Who Advanced their Character the Most: Aaron Who has the best Roleplaying: Jeff Who Brought the best Snack: Johnny (for a Key Lime Pie) System: Mini Six, from AntiPaladin Games CAST: Jordan -- The Game Master Aaron -- Brother Benedict Jeff -- Demetrius Norden Jeremy -- Grayson Digby Johnny -- Byrom Michael

Welcome to the third episode of Grin. The players continue exploring the abandoned sanitarium. They explore an operating theater with a door welded shut. Once they make their way to the main foyer, they decide to go toward the right. Things seem to be going well so far! What could go wrong? System: Grin from Arcana Games. You can find the rules at www.arcana-games.com/grin. Aaron -- Taylor James Jeff -- Brad Greenson Jeremy -- Shane Simmons Nick -- Terrence Brock Sarah -- Samantha Ludwig