Episodes

  • The Holy City of Elturel
    Dec 23 2024

    One of the safest cities in Faerûn, and favored by the gods of justice and law, Elturel is one of the few to truly earn the title of "Holy City." Today, we discuss its history, their legendary Hellriders, and the culture behind this fascinating city.

    Art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music by Faefield Productions. This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. If you enjoy my voice and work, you can find me on social media @StiehlVA. Inquiries or suggestions for future episodes can also be sent to MarkStiehlVA@gmail.com.

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    53 mins
  • Selûne and Shar - the Moonmaiden and the Nightsinger
    Dec 9 2024

    How is it that two of the oldest goddesses in Toril came to be at eternal war with each other?

    Art fort this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music by Faefield Productions. The story sections of this episode were written by Fio LeFay, see more of her work on Tumblr and AO3 @TimeForElfNonsense.

    This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. You can find me on social media @StiehlVA, or on my website, www.MarkStiehl.com.

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    31 mins
  • Strahd von Zarovich, the First Vampire
    Oct 31 2024

    Welcome to the finale of our October special! Nothing could be more fitting to end Halloween on, than the history of one of the greatest villains ever created for Dungeons and Dragons - Strahd, the first vampire, the Count of Barovia.

    Art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on twitter, with music by Faefield productions. This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. You can find me on social media @StiehlVA, or on my website, www.MarkStiehl.com.

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    49 mins
  • The Nightwalker
    Oct 24 2024

    Terrifying creatures exist within the many planes of Dungeons and Dragons, but what do you do when you enter a little known plane of existence, and find yourself trapped there, because something has taken your place?

    Art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music by Faefield Productions. This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. You can find me on social media @StiehlVA, or on my website, www.MarkStiehl.com

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    22 mins
  • The False Hydra
    Oct 17 2024

    Something feels off, but you can't remember what. Belongings that aren't yours litter the room, but you've no clue how they got there. Did you always have a party of three? Or is someone missing that no one can quite remember?


    On this week's October special, we explore one of the most terrifying homebrew creations in Dungeons and Dragons, the False Hydra.


    Art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music by Faefield Productions. This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. You can find me on social media @StiehlVA, or on my website, www.MarkStiehl.com.

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    27 mins
  • The Bagman
    Oct 10 2024

    It's October! To celebrate the spooky season, we will be releasing a brand new episode every Thursday this month, diving into some of the most terrifying creatures from within the D&D mythos.

    This week, be cautious how much you trust your Bag of Holding. There just might be something lurking just beyond the opening, waiting for you to reach in...

    Art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on twitter, with brand new music for this special created by Faefield Productions. This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. You can find me on social media @StiehlVA, or on me website, www.MarkStiehl.com.

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    26 mins
  • The Mimic
    Sep 23 2024

    D&D has a number of iconic monsters, and this week we are diving into yet another one on that list. Be sure to think twice before diving into that treasure chest, it may well be the last thing you do...


    Art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music by Faefield Productions. This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. You can find me on social media @StiehlVA, or on my website, www.MarkStiehl.com.

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    31 mins
  • Thay
    Sep 9 2024

    The insidious nation of Thay is an incredibly dangerous place, and the mere mention of its infamous Red Wizards is enough to chill us to the bone. Join me in exploring the history and lore of one of the most dangerous countries in the Forgotten Realms.


    Art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music by Faefield Productions. This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. You can find me on social media @StiehlVA, or on my website, www.MarkStiehl.com.

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    49 mins