A TTRPG show in which the host and a guest roll dice and build a brand-new Monster of the Week–style mystery from scratch in just half an hour.
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In this episode, my very good (and chaotic) friend Lucy creates a wild and wonderful mystery that is simply crawling with dramatic moments (and also, bugs).
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7 Aug 2026
S1 EP11: Kim & Adam (5GMs in a Trenchcoat) | ‘Poisoned Ground’
In this episode, the wonderful team of Kim and Adam (5GMs) work together to build a mystery filled to bursting with drama, intrigue and a conflict between the chaotic powers of nature and human greed.
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31 Jul 2026
S1 EP10: Julianne (Wing Women) | ‘Seeds of Discord’
In this episode, Julianne (Wing Women) takes us on a chaotic journey through a mystery built on a vegetable festival, a mysterious tunnel to another world and a similar but legally distinct fey, Yaga Baga.
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24 Jul 2026
S1 EP9: Tom (The Thorne Files) | ‘The Beacon’
In this episode, Tom (The Thorne Files) cooks up a haunting tale centred around a lighthouse and a device that bridges the gap between the living and the dead - with chaotic consequences!
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27 Jun 2026
S1 EP8: KR House (The Call of Wind) | ‘The Vivarium’
in this episode, KR House (fantastic author of novel The Call of Wind) creates a mystery full of body horror, deeply evil NPCs and a very classy hotel setting. Expect the unexpected and enjoy your stay at, The Vivarium.
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19 Jun 2026
S1 EP5: Xander and Sean (Lanterns of London) | ‘Hold Your Breath’
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Topics and Themes:
Claustrophobia
Generational Guilt
Suffocation
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12 Jun 2026
S1 EP6: Wayra & Dusty (Rainbow Dice Club) | ‘Light of the Siren’
In this episode, Wayra and Dusty combine forces to create a wonderful seaside mystery filled with mysterious lighthouses, ancient creatures following equally ancient orders and possibly the worst sort of underwater beasty you can imagine!
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5 Jun 2026
S1 EP5: Mikel (The Thorne Files) | ‘Something in the Water’
In this episode, I am helped by the wonderfully chaotic Mikel (as seen on The Thorne Files as Peter in Season 1 and James in Season 2) as we delve into a darkly comedic mystery focussed on a family farm fun centre and one seriously hungry plant.
Content Warning: Everyone gets eaten - men, women, animals and children.
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22 May 2026
S1 EP4: Anusia Battersby (Lanterns of London) | ‘Hiraeth’
In this episode, podcaster, creator and inspiration, Anusia (Lanterns of London and SO MUCH MORE) creates a wonderfully nostalgic mystery centred firmly around the loss of our pasts - both the places we grew up in and the people we were. A beautiful idea that we get to despite rolling pretty randomly.
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15 May 2026
S1 EP3: Ben Newbon (Cybertopia AP ) | ‘Good Dogs and Bad Men’
In this episode, podcaster and TTRPG creator (Ben Newbon) and I sit down and throw together a mystery centred around a spooky, old house and the secrets hidden within. Expect weird plant stuff and a villain that deserves what he gets.
CONTENT WARNING: While no dogs are harmed over the course of the mystery, there is mention of dogs being harmed in the past.
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8 May 2026
S1 EP2: Alex (The Fumbled Anthology) | ‘The Beast of Prosper’
In this episode, our guest (Alex from The Fumbled Anthology) pulls together a creepy tale filled with conspiracies, dark secrets, secluded-town-energy and one creepy incident with a little old lady.
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30 Apr 2026
S1 EP1: Kelly (The Thorne Files) | ‘The Peat Bog Raptor’
In this debut episode of our podcast, our guest (Kelly, The Thorne Files) cooks up a weird and wonderful possession story involving a curio museum and one lively fossil.
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30 Apr 2026
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