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Capes and Cowls Podcast - a D&D Podcast
Hosted by Paul C. VanDerHeyden · EN
The Capes and Cowls Podcast (formerly Riverside City Podcast) is an actual play D&D 5e (5.5 in 2025) podcast set in the world of the Riverside City Chronicles, a modern day setting with Superheroes called Capes and Supervillains called Cowls.
After our freshman season in Riverside City, our podcast moved to follow a new set of characters in Cape School, a brand new school dedicated to teaching young people how to use their powers.
15episodes
Episodes
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Void in the Timeline
2w ago01:31:57Tap to summarizeIn this episode, the Sunforged make their way deeper into the abandoned ArmaCo facility. They find more than they bargained for when they discover a hideaway from another time.#dnd #5e #dndpodcast #SuperHeroesJoin our free Discord! https://discord.gg/N6PaAnWgSeFind us on X/Twitter:Paul - @curunir471Mike - @MathRockStudioRSC Pod - @rscpodSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/vanderheyden)Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/funk-youLicense code: F0I6X71UXLJ6HMPV
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Scrapstress
3w ago01:58:52Tap to summarizeIn this episode, the Sunforged meet a scrapper with a unique ability. They agree to help her with a few quick things in exchange for her help in finding the source of the upcoming danger.#dnd #5e #dndpodcast #SuperHeroesJoin our free Discord! https://discord.gg/N6PaAnWgSeFind us on X/Twitter:Paul - @curunir471Mike - @MathRockStudioRSC Pod - @rscpodSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/vanderheyden)Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/funk-youLicense code: F0I6X71UXLJ6HMPV
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A Promotion Down Under
May 802:04:47Tap to summarizeIn this episode, the Sunforged gets recruited by the FSA to take on more serious jobs. You'll never guess where they're set on the trail of what could become a mass casualty event.#dnd #5e #dndpodcast #SuperHeroesJoin our free Discord! https://discord.gg/N6PaAnWgSeFind us on X/Twitter:Paul - @curunir471Mike - @MathRockStudioRSC Pod - @rscpodSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/vanderheyden)Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/funk-youLicense code: F0I6X71UXLJ6HMPV
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Mysteries of Rook
May 101:48:06Tap to summarizeIn this episode, the team takes some downtime to explore their home a bit more. We also get to know their new team member, Tom, a bit better.#dnd #5e #dndpodcast #SuperHeroesJoin our free Discord! https://discord.gg/N6PaAnWgSeFind us on X/Twitter:Paul - @curunir471Mike - @MathRockStudioRSC Pod - @rscpodSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/vanderheyden)Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/funk-youLicense code: F0I6X71UXLJ6HMPV
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Wishes....Wishes
Apr 2402:03:16Tap to summarizeIn this episode, our young Capes stumble across an ancient prisoner who makes them an offer they may have wanted to refuse. With nearly unlimited power on offer, what will they decide to do?#dnd #5e #dndpodcast #SuperHeroesJoin our free Discord! https://discord.gg/N6PaAnWgSeFind us on X/Twitter:Paul - @curunir471Mike - @MathRockStudioRSC Pod - @rscpodSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/vanderheyden)Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/funk-youLicense code: F0I6X71UXLJ6HMPV
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Snake Charmer
Apr 2001:32:56Tap to summarizeIn this episode, the Sunforged start their trip deep into the South African Desert and see just what the wild life has become.#dnd #5e #dndpodcast #SuperHeroesJoin our free Discord! https://discord.gg/N6PaAnWgSeFind us on X/Twitter:Paul - @curunir471Mike - @MathRockStudioRSC Pod - @rscpodSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/vanderheyden)Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/funk-youLicense code: F0I6X71UXLJ6HMPV
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Vision Test
Apr 1001:53:04Tap to summarizeIn this episode, finally free from the Serpent Lodge, the Sunforged try to deal with Sal's parasite issue, and end up heading to South Africa to find a shaman.#dnd #5e #dndpodcast #SuperHeroesJoin our free Discord! https://discord.gg/N6PaAnWgSeFind us on X/Twitter:Paul - @curunir471Mike - @MathRockStudioRSC Pod - @rscpodSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/vanderheyden)Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/funk-youLicense code: F0I6X71UXLJ6HMPV
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Escape from Snake Mountain
Apr 902:16:27Tap to summarizeIn this episode, the Sunforged continue to make their way through the Serpent Lodge and find a defector they choose to bring with. Still trapped inside, they need to fight their way out of this scaley predicament.#dnd #5e #dndpodcast #SuperHeroesJoin our free Discord! https://discord.gg/N6PaAnWgSeFind us on X/Twitter:Paul - @curunir471Mike - @MathRockStudioRSC Pod - @rscpodSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/vanderheyden)Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/funk-youLicense code: F0I6X71UXLJ6HMPV
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Serpent Lodge
Mar 2002:26:10Tap to summarizeIn this behemoth of an episode, the Sunforged continue to explore the Company and its connection to the ancient cabal the Serpent Lodge.#dnd #5e #dndpodcast #SuperHeroesJoin our free Discord! https://discord.gg/N6PaAnWgSeFind us on X/Twitter:Paul - @curunir471Mike - @MathRockStudioRSC Pod - @rscpodSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/vanderheyden)Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/funk-youLicense code: F0I6X71UXLJ6HMPV
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A Giant Ritual
Mar 1301:55:03Tap to summarizeIn this episode, after completing the three sub stations, the Sunforged build the key and take on the boss of this complex. Can they stop her ritual, or will it be their undoing?#dnd #5e #dndpodcast #SuperHeroesJoin our free Discord! https://discord.gg/N6PaAnWgSeFind us on X/Twitter:Paul - @curunir471Mike - @MathRockStudioRSC Pod - @rscpodSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/vanderheyden)Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/funk-youLicense code: F0I6X71UXLJ6HMPV
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