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BlackwaterDnD
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Welcome to BlackwaterDnD, where we roll dice and play nice, north of the 49th! Join us as we explore the wonderful world of TTRPGs, and tell rich stories of improvisation and imagination.
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Episode 123 - From Deep to Desert
2w ago02:20:51Tap to summarizeBest Wishes dives down down down into the trench to entreat with Osyron for information about Harkuun, and then takes a sandy mishap into the deserts of Cotona...We have revitalized our Patreon! There's a ton of new content, a new tier, and a bunch more to get involved with! We also have our Blackwater Big Battle Mechanics, as well as The Royale System. Head on over to patreon.com/blackwaterdnd to check it out. Thank you all so much for your support. Please also consider checking out our Throne to support our new studio - www.throne.com/blackwaterdndOur main campaign story features Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/faer) as Honiah "Shy" Shydare, Triton Tidal Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Goliath Circle of the Moon Druid; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Primordian Trickery Cleric! We are elated to have Kelli Ogmundson (she/her), as Blueberry, Half-Elf Celestial Warlock, joining us when she can make it for the rest of Campaign Two.Our newest podcast, This Hour Has 22 Cryptids, has now premiered in all its whimsical, fantastical glory. Join Sean & Tim as they play caller and host while using The Cryptid Show by Anica Cihla. This show is a 4 part miniseries, dropping bi-weekly, and is sponsored by Plus One Exp! Blackwater viewers get 10% off their purchases over at plusoneexp.com, so head on over and let them know Blackwater sent you!Please consider subscribing, rating and leaving a review! Main Campaign episodes will be LIVE on Monday nights at 8pm PST at twitch.tv/blackwaterdnd - come join in our live chat for some delightful good times. A big thank you to our fantastic sponsors and partners! All our music is credited to Epidemic Sound, as well as original compositions by Si Rutherford. Thanks to Syrinscape for our atmosphere and sound because epic games deserve epic sound! Art by the amazing @miss._marston on Instagram! We're also thrilled to be partnered with Familiar Dice, maker of artisanal math rocks for all your clickity-clackity needs. Check them out on instagram @familiardice. Supporting these awesome creators helps support us so that we can keep playing this crazy D&D game we love.Finally, we'd like to take a moment to encourage our viewers to donate to reputable organizations that take a stand and support the fight against racism, fascism, oppression, and injustice. We at Blackwater stand with those who persist in the face of terrorism, hate crime, brutality and violence, and encourage others to educate themselves on how to be an ally in these uncertain times. We commit to fighting violence at both individual and systemic levels, and champion the voices and stories of those who have been silenced for so long. As well, please consider donating to organizations that champion BIMPOC & LGBTQIA2S+ folx and the fight for equality regardless of who you are and who you love. Because whoever you are, and however you roll, we love you. Session date: May 11th, 2026In game date: 20th Peldaven 2438 (mid-day) - 21st Peldaven 2438 (early evening)
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This Hour Has 22 Cryptids - Episode 4: Bugging Out
4w ago00:24:53Tap to summarizeBoils, ghouls, and gender fears! We join Chip Bippley once more as he welcomes a new caller, Daniel, who is trapped in his Dad's basement...Content warnings for this episode include: artificial intelligence, complex relationship dynamics, eyes, religious references, bugs, and… bodily fluids? This Hour Has 22 Cryptids is performed by Tim Carlson & Sean Depner. Editing and sound design by Em Carlson, with music and effects from Epidemic Sound. For more stories, come follow us everywhere at @blackwaterdnd, and make sure to check out our Main Campaign on Monday nights at 8pm PST at twitch.tv/blackwaterdnd. To get your talons on the CryptID Show, go purchase the game over on the Plus One Exp website, and use the code BLACKWATER10 to get 10% off your purchase of The CryptID Show, or any other game, including your 1st Month of RPG Zine Club. This show is made possible by our sponsors, who let us tell stories about things that go bump in the night and have big feelings about it. Thank you to the folks at Plus One Exp for sponsoring this series, so go check them out over at plusoneexp.com. Finally, we’re thankful for our Patrons for joining us on the late night airwaves. You too can come join us on Patreon, where you can check out behind the scenes info, our talkback show Chatwater, as well as exclusive bonus content and so much more. Head on over to patreon.com/blackwaterdnd for all the info. Thank you for loving this weird little show. While we're signing off this series for now, we can't wait to tune back in for another season somepoint down the line. NOTE: Also, we would like to apologize for the aberrant sounds you hear before the announcements. Em is fine, totally fine, never better. No need to be concerned. The woods are great this time of year. JUST WHIMSICAL.
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Episode 122 - Conscious Uncoupling
4w ago02:19:11Tap to summarizeIn the aftermath of the battle, Best Wishes returns to Taywin and makes some hasty decisions as they try to sort out Mark's situation with Harkuun...Project Blacklight is now live, and submissions for 2026 have closed! We now move into deliberations before the Final Five are announced on May 18th! Stay tuned to our socials for more. We have revitalized our Patreon! There's a ton of new content, a new tier, and a bunch more to get involved with! We also have our Blackwater Big Battle Mechanics, as well as The Royale System. Head on over to patreon.com/blackwaterdnd to check it out. Thank you all so much for your support. Please also consider checking out our Throne to support our new studio - www.throne.com/blackwaterdndOur main campaign story features Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/faer) as Honiah "Shy" Shydare, Triton Tidal Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Goliath Circle of the Moon Druid; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Primordian Trickery Cleric! We are elated to have Kelli Ogmundson (she/her), as Blueberry, Half-Elf Celestial Warlock, joining us when she can make it for the rest of Campaign Two. Session date: April 20th, 2026In game date: 19th Peldaven 2438 (late night) - 20th Peldaven 2438 (mid-day)
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Episode 121 - The Draw of Divinity
4w ago03:08:06Tap to summarizeBest Wishes hurtles headlong into the Time Distortion, confronting Halora, Gideon, and a fractured soul of a god in the process...Project Blacklight is now live, with the submission deadline of April 26th 2026 at 11:59pm PST! Our new AP development project has been released and we want to see your pitches! Head on over to our socials to get all the information, and stay tuned for more updates! We have revitalized our Patreon! There's a ton of new content, a new tier, and a bunch more to get involved with! We also have our Blackwater Big Battle Mechanics, as well as The Royale System. Head on over to patreon.com/blackwaterdnd to check it out. Thank you all so much for your support. Please also consider checking out our Throne to support our new studio - www.throne.com/blackwaterdndOur main campaign story features Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/faer) as Honiah "Shy" Shydare, Triton Tidal Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Goliath Circle of the Moon Druid; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Primordian Trickery Cleric! We are elated to have Kelli Ogmundson (she/her), as Blueberry, Half-Elf Celestial Warlock, joining us when she can make it for the rest of Campaign Two.Session date: April 20th, 2026In game date: 19th Peldaven 2438 (late night) - 20th Peldaven 2438 (mid-day)
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This Hour Has 22 Cryptids - Episode 3: The Cat's Meow
Apr 2400:18:48Tap to summarizeWelcome to Cryptid Radio Canada, where we find skeptical host Gander Halifacts chatting with a caller who has gotten himself in a hairy situation...Content warnings for this episode include: unsafe water, more animal noises (?) and gastrointestinal issues...This Hour Has 22 Cryptids is performed by Tim Carlson & Sean Depner. Editing and sound design by Em Carlson, with music and effects from Epidemic Sound. For more stories, come follow us everywhere at @blackwaterdnd, and make sure to check out our Main Campaign on Monday nights at 8pm PST at twitch.tv/blackwaterdnd. To get your talons on the CryptID Show, go purchase the game over on the Plus One Exp website, and use the code BLACKWATER10 to get 10% off your purchase of The CryptID Show, or any other game, including your 1st Month of RPG Zine Club. This show is made possible by our sponsors, who let us tell stories about things that go bump in the night and have big feelings about it. Thank you to the folks at Plus One Exp for sponsoring this series, so go check them out over at plusoneexp.com. Finally, we’re thankful for our Patrons for joining us on the late night airwaves. You too can come join us on Patreon, where you can check out behind the scenes info, our talkback show Chatwater, as well as exclusive bonus content and so much more. Head on over to patreon.com/blackwaterdnd for all the info. See you next time, listeners, and to all you creeps out there, be safe!NOTE: Also, absolutely no need to be concerned - any glitches that you hear in the episode are not a sign of faulty radio signal, waves of dark magic energy or the impending doom of the introducing announcer. :D Everything is FINE and GOOD it's FINE. :D IT'S WHIMSICAL.
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Episode 120 - Time Warped
Apr 2002:38:51Tap to summarizeAfter trying to cure a progressing case of Ghoul Fever, the party spends a night's rest on the shores of Telekov and begins to feel the effects of the Time Distortion...Project Blacklight is now live! Our new AP development project has been released and we want to see your pitches! Head on over to our socials to get all the information, and stay tuned for more updates! We have revitalized our Patreon! There's a ton of new content, a new tier, and a bunch more to get involved with! We also have our Blackwater Big Battle Mechanics, as well as The Royale System. Head on over to patreon.com/blackwaterdnd to check it out. Thank you all so much for your support. Please also consider checking out our Throne to support our new studio - www.throne.com/blackwaterdndOur main campaign story features Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/faer) as Honiah "Shy" Shydare, Triton Tidal Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Goliath Circle of the Moon Druid; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Primordian Trickery Cleric! We are elated to have Kelli Ogmundson (she/her), as Blueberry, Half-Elf Celestial Warlock, joining us when she can make it for the rest of Campaign Two.Our newest podcast, This Hour Has 22 Cryptids, has now premiered in all its whimsical, fantastical glory. Join Sean & Tim as they play caller and host while using The Cryptid Show by Anica Cihla. This show is a 4 part miniseries, dropping bi-weekly, and is sponsored by Plus One Exp! Blackwater viewers get 10% off their purchases over at plusoneexp.com, so head on over and let them know Blackwater sent you!Our Main Campaign is now available in podcast form, so consider subscribing, rating and leaving a review! Main Campaign episodes will be LIVE on Monday nights at 8pm PST at twitch.tv/blackwaterdnd - come join in our live chat for some delightful good times. A big thank you to our fantastic sponsors and partners! All our music is credited to Epidemic Sound, as well as original compositions by Si Rutherford. Thanks to Syrinscape for our atmosphere and sound because epic games deserve epic sound! Art by the amazing @miss._marston on Instagram! We're also thrilled to be partnered with Familiar Dice, maker of artisanal math rocks for all your clickity-clackity needs. Check them out on instagram @familiardice. Supporting these awesome creators helps support us so that we can keep playing this crazy D&D game we love.Finally, we'd like to take a moment to encourage our viewers to donate to reputable organizations that take a stand and support the fight against racism, fascism, oppression, and injustice. We at Blackwater stand with those who persist in the face of terrorism, hate crime, brutality and violence, and encourage others to educate themselves on how to be an ally in these uncertain times. We commit to fighting violence at both individual and systemic levels, and champion the voices and stories of those who have been silenced for so long. As well, please consider donating to organizations that champion BIMPOC & LGBTQIA2S+ folx and the fight for equality regardless of who you are and who you love. Because whoever you are, and however you roll, we love you. Session date: April 13th, 2026In game date: 19th Peldaven 2438 (mid-day) - 19th Peldaven 2438 (late night)
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This Hour Has 22 Cryptids - Episode 2: Monkey Business
Apr 1000:22:39Tap to summarizeWelcome to Late Night Speak on Iowa Public Radio, where we find Lazarus Spelk (filling in for Blitzer Bandeau) takes a call from someone who might just be... bananas....Content warnings for this episode include: complex family dynamics, death of family member, and animal noises (?)...This Hour Has 22 Cryptids is performed by Tim Carlson & Sean Depner. Editing and sound design by Em Carlson, with music and effects from Epidemic Sound. For more stories, come follow us everywhere at @blackwaterdnd, and make sure to check out our Main Campaign on Monday nights at 8pm PST at twitch.tv/blackwaterdnd. To get your talons on the CryptID Show, go purchase the game over on the Plus One Exp website, and use the code BLACKWATER10 to get 10% off your purchase of The CryptID Show, or any other game, including your 1st Month of RPG Zine Club. This show is made possible by our sponsors, who let us tell stories about things that go bump in the night and have big feelings about it. Thank you to the folks at Plus One Exp for sponsoring this series, so go check them out over at plusoneexp.com. Finally, we’re thankful for our Patrons for joining us on the late night airwaves. You too can come join us on Patreon, where you can check out behind the scenes info, our talkback show Chatwater, as well as exclusive bonus content and so much more. Head on over to patreon.com/blackwaterdnd for all the info. See you next time, listeners, and to all you creeps out there, be safe!NOTE: Also, absolutely no need to be concerned - any glitches that you hear in the episode are not a sign of faulty radio signal, waves of dark magic energy or the impending doom of the introducing announcer. :D Everything is FINE and GOOD it's FINE. :D IT'S WHIMSICAL.
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Episode 119 - Run The Blockade
Apr 902:08:39Tap to summarizeThe party reaches Telekov, and must breach the blockade surrounding the harbour, and fight their way ashore before they make tracks towards the time distortion...Project Blacklight is now live! Our new AP development project has been released and we want to see your pitches! Head on over to our socials to get all the information, and stay tuned for more updates! We have revitalized our Patreon! There's a ton of new content, a new tier, and a bunch more to get involved with! We also have our Blackwater Big Battle Mechanics, as well as The Royale System. Head on over to patreon.com/blackwaterdnd to check it out. Thank you all so much for your support. Please also consider checking out our Throne to support our new studio - www.throne.com/blackwaterdndOur main campaign story features Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/faer) as Honiah "Shy" Shydare, Triton Tidal Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Goliath Circle of the Moon Druid; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Primordian Trickery Cleric! We are elated to have Kelli Ogmundson (she/her), as Blueberry, Half-Elf Celestial Warlock, joining us when she can make it for the rest of Campaign Two.Our newest podcast, This Hour Has 22 Cryptids, has now premiered in all its whimsical, fantastical glory. Join Sean & Tim as they play caller and host while using The Cryptid Show by Anica Cihla. This show is a 4 part miniseries, dropping bi-weekly, and is sponsored by Plus One Exp! Blackwater viewers get 10% off their purchases over at plusoneexp.com, so head on over and let them know Blackwater sent you!Our Main Campaign is now available in podcast form, so consider subscribing, rating and leaving a review! Main Campaign episodes will be LIVE on Monday nights at 8pm PST at twitch.tv/blackwaterdnd - come join in our live chat for some delightful good times. A big thank you to our fantastic sponsors and partners! All our music is credited to Epidemic Sound, as well as original compositions by Si Rutherford. Thanks to Syrinscape for our atmosphere and sound because epic games deserve epic sound! Art by the amazing @miss._marston on Instagram! We're also thrilled to be partnered with Familiar Dice, maker of artisanal math rocks for all your clickity-clackity needs. Check them out on instagram @familiardice. Supporting these awesome creators helps support us so that we can keep playing this crazy D&D game we love.Finally, we'd like to take a moment to encourage our viewers to donate to reputable organizations that take a stand and support the fight against racism, fascism, oppression, and injustice. We at Blackwater stand with those who persist in the face of terrorism, hate crime, brutality and violence, and encourage others to educate themselves on how to be an ally in these uncertain times. We commit to fighting violence at both individual and systemic levels, and champion the voices and stories of those who have been silenced for so long. As well, please consider donating to organizations that champion BIMPOC & LGBTQIA2S+ folx and the fight for equality regardless of who you are and who you love. Because whoever you are, and however you roll, we love you. Session date: March 23rd, 2026In game date: 12th Peldaven 2438 (late night) - 18th Peldaven 2438 (late night)
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Episode 118 - Full Steam Ahead
Mar 3002:43:45Tap to summarizeBest Wishes sets sail aboard the Devil's Maw with Kip & Adri, making their way to Telekov and the time distortion. While aboard, Thistle and Mark discuss romance, Mal & Shy set some ground rules, Moss is reincarnated, Mark & Miri go on a "date," and the party enjoys a Captain's Boil. Something looms in the darkness for Mark, however, as the ship gets closer to its destination...Project Blacklight is now live! Our new AP development project has been released and we want to see your pitches! Head on over to our socials to get all the information, and stay tuned for more updates! We have revitalized our Patreon! There's a ton of new content, a new tier, and a bunch more to get involved with! We also have our Blackwater Big Battle Mechanics, as well as The Royale System. Head on over to patreon.com/blackwaterdnd to check it out. Thank you all so much for your support. Please also consider checking out our Throne to support our new studio - www.throne.com/blackwaterdndOur main campaign story features Tim (he/him) as our illustrious DM, Em (fae/faer) as Honiah "Shy" Shydare, Triton Tidal Soul Monk; Jannes (he/him) as Thistle Longbranch, Goliath Circle of the Moon Druid; Sean (he/him) as Mark Dwyler, Human Aberrant Mind Sorcerer; and Jess (she/her) as Mirielle Fiamma, Fire Primordian Trickery Cleric! We are elated to have Kelli Ogmundson (she/her), as Blueberry, Half-Elf Celestial Warlock, joining us when she can make it for the rest of Campaign Two.Our newest podcast, This Hour Has 22 Cryptids, has now premiered in all its whimsical, fantastical glory. Join Sean & Tim as they play caller and host while using The Cryptid Show by Anica Cihla. This show is a 4 part miniseries, dropping bi-weekly, and is sponsored by Plus One Exp! Blackwater viewers get 10% off their purchases over at plusoneexp.com, so head on over and let them know Blackwater sent you!Our Main Campaign is now available in podcast form, so consider subscribing, rating and leaving a review! Main Campaign episodes will be LIVE on Monday nights at 8pm PST at twitch.tv/blackwaterdnd - come join in our live chat for some delightful good times. A big thank you to our fantastic sponsors and partners! All our music is credited to Epidemic Sound, as well as original compositions by Si Rutherford. Thanks to Syrinscape for our atmosphere and sound because epic games deserve epic sound! Art by the amazing @miss._marston on Instagram! We're also thrilled to be partnered with Familiar Dice, maker of artisanal math rocks for all your clickity-clackity needs. Check them out on instagram @familiardice. Supporting these awesome creators helps support us so that we can keep playing this crazy D&D game we love.Finally, we'd like to take a moment to encourage our viewers to donate to reputable organizations that take a stand and support the fight against racism, fascism, oppression, and injustice. We at Blackwater stand with those who persist in the face of terrorism, hate crime, brutality and violence, and encourage others to educate themselves on how to be an ally in these uncertain times. We commit to fighting violence at both individual and systemic levels, and champion the voices and stories of those who have been silenced for so long. As well, please consider donating to organizations that champion BIMPOC & LGBTQIA2S+ folx and the fight for equality regardless of who you are and who you love. Because whoever you are, and however you roll, we love you. Session date: March 23rd, 2026In game date: 12th Peldaven 2438 (late night) - 18th Peldaven 2438 (late night)
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This Hour Has 22 Cryptids - Episode 1: Creep Talk
Mar 2700:25:10Tap to summarizeBoils, and ghouls and gender fears! Join Chip Bippley as he welcomes a new caller named Doug to Creep Talk, where things are just all smiles in the deep dark woods...Content warnings for this episode include: blood, the woods, being stalked, teeth, and complex relationship dynamicsThis Hour Has 22 Cryptids is performed by Tim Carlson & Sean Depner. Editing and sound design by Em Carlson, with music and effects from Epidemic Sound. For more stories, come follow us everywhere at @blackwaterdnd, and make sure to check out our Main Campaign on Monday nights at 8pm PST at twitch.tv/blackwaterdnd. To get your talons on the CryptID Show, go purchase the game over on the Plus One Exp website, and use the code BLACKWATER10 to get 10% off your purchase of The CryptID Show, or any other game, including your 1st Month of RPG Zine Club. This show is made possible by our sponsors, who let us tell stories about things that go bump in the night and have big feelings about it. Thank you to the folks at Plus One Exp for sponsoring this series, so go check them out over at plusoneexp.com. Finally, we’re thankful for our Patrons for joining us on the late night airwaves. You too can come join us on Patreon, where you can check out behind the scenes info, our talkback show Chatwater, as well as exclusive bonus content and so much more. Head on over to patreon.com/blackwaterdnd for all the info. See you next time, listeners, and to all you creeps out there, be safe! NOTE: Also, absolutely no need to be concerned - any glitches that you hear in the episode are not a sign of faulty radio signal, waves of dark magic energy :D or the impending doom of the introducing announcer. Everything is FINE and GOOD it's FINE. :D IT'S WHIMSICAL.
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