A showdown at Castle Voraz sees Best Wishes on the back foot as they attempt to rescue Mad Mags and get out of the Famished Lands (mostly) unscathed...

This episode is proudly sponsored by Amateurish Productions and their new epic tier D&D podcast, Azara's Fist! First episodes are out now, wherever pods are cast. Go check them out over on their patreon for behind the scenes talkbacks, and enjoy their animated trailer at the break!

We have revitalized our Patreon! There's a ton of new content, a new tier, and a bunch more to get involved with! 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/blackwaterdnd

Our 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 officially for the rest of the campaign.

Afterlight, our newest podcast, features GM Si Rutherford, and players Amelia Som, Gina Susanna, Em and Sean as we explore a post-apocalyptic world where survival is measured in lumens. This Blades in the Dark series is proudly sponsored by Bookwyrm Games & Evil Hat Productions. It's out now in its entirety, wherever pods are cast.

Godkiller: Balance, sponsored by Hero Forge & Moonbeam, the sequel series to our Godkiller: Oblivion, is out now in its entirety wherever pods are cast! Starring Gina Susanna and Jannes, Em is thrilled to welcome everyone back into the Cradle for another tale as the universe hurtles towards it's end. Check out our announcement, and go listen to Godkiller: Oblivion, which is out now wherever pods are cast! Balance drops August 9th, and features guests including Christian Navarro, Anjali Bhimani, Luis Carazo, Matt Mercer, Brennan Lee Mulligan, Aabria Iyengar and more!

Sin Eater: Absolution tells a delectable tale of gothic horror ruin. This show is proudly sponsored by Hero Forge & Hunter's Entertainment... go sink your teeth into it, why don't you? Out now for your auditory enjoyment, wherever pods are cast.

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: February 29th, 2026
In game date: 11th Peldaven 2438 (late night)