ValorBound

About ValorBound

An actual play podcast that’s not just D&D 5e... but definitely also is. Ever wanted to hear a group of friends play tabletop games with the drawn out pacing of One Piece? You’re in the right place. ValorBound is a homebrew-heavy, rules-light actual play show where storytelling, character drama, and absolute nonsense take center stage. We dive into a variety of systems—from Dungeons & Dragons 5e to Mörk Borg, Vaesen, and more with a whole lot of heart (and maybe a few failed rolls). Real friends. Real stories. Real chaotic energy.

Publisher

ValorBound

Category

leisure

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

18 Apr 2025

Latest episode

16 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

19 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Oct 2026

   Ep. 2 "Legacy of Ambition" | Drinwaya Academy of Magic | D&D 5e Actual Play

   Welcome to Drinwaya Academy, where magic, monsters, and questionable decisions are part of the curriculum. In this D&D 5e actual play, Jokhan, Boltz, and Akzire take on their first big challenge: a scavenger hunt through the Biblioplex. Between magical mishaps, questionable cooking, rival students, and a dramatic stage performance, the trio begins making a name for themselves. But when a monstrous trunk starts terrorizing the library, their first day takes a more dangerous turn. New school. Strange magic. A trunk with teeth. And this is only STILL only day one. D&D Actual Play | D&D 5e | Strixhaven | Magic School | TTRPG Podcast wanna see behind the scenes, support us, or join the community? Click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/valorbound⁠⁠ (https://linktr.ee/valorbound) Music streamed with permission courtesy of Tabletop RPG Music. Consider supporting their Patreon: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/tabletoprpgmusic⁠⁠ (https://www.patreon.com/cw/tabletoprpgmusic) Character art by: Vanamor

2. 

   3 Oct 2026

   Ep. 1 "Orientation" | Drinwaya Academy of Magic | D&D 5e Actual Play

   Welcome to Drinwaya Academy, where magic, monsters, and questionable decisions are part of the curriculum. In this D&D 5e actual play, Jokhan, Boltz, and Akzire arrive at the magical university ready to start their new lives. They’ll explore the six campuses, meet some very strange students, find clubs, make enemies, and maybe even find a place on the Silk Ball team. Then orientation takes an unexpected turn when the three are mysteriously grouped together for a scavenger hunt. New school. New friends. New problems. And this is only day one. D&D Actual Play | D&D 5e | Strixhaven | Magic School | TTRPG Podcast wanna see behind the scenes, support us, or join the community? Click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/valorbound⁠ (https://linktr.ee/valorbound) Music streamed with permission curtesy of Tabletop RPG Music consider supporting their patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/tabletoprpgmusic⁠ (https://www.patreon.com/cw/tabletoprpgmusic) Character art by: Vanamor

3. 

   3 Oct 2026

   What is Drinwaya Academy Of Magic?

   A brand-new D&D actual play series is coming to ValorBound! Meet Drinwaya Academy of Magic, our take on the Strixhaven-style magical academy campaign, set in the same world as Cataclysm Calling, Khalos, but thousands of years before the events of the main series. Follow a new group of characters through four academic years of magic, friendships, rivalries, relationships, schoolwork, jobs, and whatever trouble they manage to get themselves into along the way. And this isn’t quite your typical D&D campaign. Played using D&D 5e, homebrew, and some 2024 rules, Drinwaya is a more improvisational, slice-of-life take on actual play. Expect magic and monsters, sure, but also plenty of moments that might make you wonder if you're watching D&D or a magical school anime. Unlike Cataclysm Calling, Drinwaya is played online through Roll20, recorded live, and released mostly unedited. That means less production time for us and, hopefully, a whole lot more ValorBound for you. And don't worry, Cataclysm Calling isn't going anywhere. We have a substantial backlog of filmed episodes still waiting to be released, with filming set to resume in the future. Whether you're a longtime ValorBound fan or completely new to the world of Khalos, you can jump into Drinwaya from the beginning. Welcome to Drinwaya Academy of Magic. Hope you did your homework! #DnD #DND5e #ActualPlay #DungeonsAndDragons #Strixhaven #ValorBound #TTRPG #DNDActualPlay #MagicSchool

4. 

   28 Aug 2026

   EP 13. "Those Ghosts Are Gonna Take Our Jobs" | Cataclysm Calling | D&D 5e Actual Play

   D&D Actual Play | D&D 5e | TTRPG | Fantasy Adventure | Homebrew The shanty town of Leibos is full of more than just ghost stories. As the party digs into rumors of strange sightings and people disappearing in the night, they find themselves exploring a vandalized temple, browsing questionable wares, and getting to know some of the more colorful characters around the docks.From mysterious spirits and suspicious merchants to new armor, strange drinks, and a late-night stakeout, the group quickly realizes that there may be more to these stories than they first expected.With the sun going down and the streets getting quieter, the party settles in to see what the night has in store. After all, what could possibly go wrong in a shanty town full of ghost stories? wanna see behind the scenes, support us, or join the community? Click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/valorbound (https://linktr.ee/valorbound)

5. 

   13 Jul 2026

   EP. 12 "The Codfather"

   The streets of Leibos hold more than just salty air and bustling docks. As the party settles into life in the sprawling port city, unsettling visions, strange encounters, and colorful locals hint that something much larger is unfolding beneath the surface. From enchanted tavern signs and eccentric scholars to suspicious rumors, questionable shopping decisions, and one very memorable sea monster, the group finds themselves pulled in every direction as they search for answers and perhaps a place to call home for the night. With mysteries lurking around every corner and storm clouds gathering overhead, one thing is certain: Leibos has no shortage of stories waiting to be uncovered wanna see behind the scenes, support us, or join the community? Click here: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/valorbound (https://linktr.ee/valorbound)

6. 

   4 Jun 2026

   EP 11. "Sundown At Boot Bay"

   The party arrives in the sprawling port city of Leibos, where first impressions quickly give way to unexpected trouble. Between questionable fishing expeditions, mysterious locals, hidden messages, and a search for an elusive contact, the group finds themselves pulled deeper into the city's secrets. As new opportunities emerge and tensions simmer beneath the surface, Leibos proves to be far more dangerous and far more complicated than it first appears. wanna see behind the scenes or join the community? Click here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/valorbound (https://linktr.ee/valorbound)

7. 

   28 Feb 2026

   EP 10. "Magical Mouthfeel"

   Political panic erupts in Cynosure after a dire warning shakes the ruling council, and the party finds itself caught between powerful factions vying to shape their next move. Choosing a path that will define their future, they set out towards their next destination! Secrets surface, alliances shift, and the road ahead grows darker as they sail toward an uncertain horizon. wanna see behind the scenes or join the community? Click here: https://linktr.ee/valorbound (https://linktr.ee/valorbound)

8. 

   14 Feb 2026

   Boundless Adventure: Reactors & Romance

   When a group of mech pilots all receive the same mysterious notification from a dating app they don’t remember joining, their day takes a sharp turn into the bizarre. Summoned to a tense meeting in a high-tech hangar, they’re given a mission that blends corporate intrigue, digital drama, and more than a little romantic chaos. Armed with disguises, quick thinking, and the flirtation-fueled mechanics of Reactors and Romance, the crew heads into a glittering downtown HQ where nothing is quite what it seems. Between awkward encounters, clever schemes, and sparks that may or may not be strategic, they’ll have to rely on charm as much as firepower. This episode is a wild mix of mechs, mishaps, and matchmaking energy! Perfect for listeners who like their sci-fi with a playful, romantic twist. Will smooth talk and cool reactors be enough? Tune in to find out. want to play the game yourself here's the link! (https://jp-bergamo.itch.io/reactors-and-romance) wanna see behind the scenes or join the community? Click here: https://linktr.ee/valorbound (https://linktr.ee/valorbound)

9. 

   29 Nov 2025

   EP 9. "Cynosure"

   As the citizens of Riverrun prepare for their Mayor's monthly pilgrimage to Cynosure, the party regroups after a week of strange discoveries, newfound abilities, and unsettling changes. What begins as a formal dinner with the mayor quickly spirals into private confessions, uncanny connections, and a journey that grows darker with every mile. Beyond the city limits, the road reveals its true dangers pushing the party toward a distant council, a shrouded truth, and a revelation that will change everything they thought they knew. wanna see behind the scenes or join the community? Click here: https://linktr.ee/valorbound (https://linktr.ee/valorbound)

10. 

    7 Oct 2025

    EP 8. "The Great Goblin Land Dispute"

    The party splits up for a day of odd jobs — a tense land dispute up north and a pest problem down south — but what begins as simple work quickly spirals into something far stranger. Old grudges surface, magic fruit changes hands, and a mysterious traveler offers an impossible journey beneath the moonlight. By morning, nothing feels quite real anymore. wanna see behind the scenes or join the community? Click here: https://linktr.ee/valorbound (https://linktr.ee/valorbound)

11. 

    26 Aug 2025

    EP 7. "The Rat Killing Episode"

    From warm bread and moonlit walks to whispered prayers and late-night revelry, the city of Riverrun seems alive with possibility. But beneath the laughter and candlelight lurks something darker, shadows in the streets, debts unpaid, and an infestation that bites back harder than expected. wanna see behind the scenes or join the community? Click here: https://linktr.ee/valorbound (https://linktr.ee/valorbound)

12. 

    30 Jun 2025

    EP 6. ''I WANT TO KILL THE MAYOR!"

    The party’s stuck in Riverrun for a week...what could possibly go wrong? From shady back-alley rumors to midnight farm chases and eccentric art collectors, the crew dives headfirst into odd jobs and stranger company. Splitting up across the city, they explore its secrets with their usual mix of charm, chaos, and questionable decision-making. wanna see behind the scenes or join the community? Click here: https://linktr.ee/valorbound (https://linktr.ee/valorbound)

13. 

    14 Jun 2025

    EP 5. ''Riverrun!"

    The party arrives in the riverbound capital, where charm and shadow walk hand in hand. A strange city, a charismatic mayor, and a haunting monument set the tone for a week unlike any other. Between rooftop talks, marketplace wonders, and quiet moments of grief, the road ahead grows heavier and the stakes higher. Don't forget to rate the show and subscribe! wanna see behind the scenes or join the community? Click here: https://linktr.ee/valorbound (https://linktr.ee/valorbound)

14. 

    4 Jun 2025

    Boundless Adventure: Mystic Punks

    Welcome to a Boundless Adventure! Boundless Adventures are bonus episodes where we explore other systems, DM's and Players to take a break from our main adventure! This Boundless Adventure Features: Mystic Punks The Solo Play Collected Edition here's a description: As a teenage outcast in Star Valley, you’re the only one who notices the creeping horrors and missing classmates. With dark majick and a bad attitude, you dive into your high school halls to fight back. i found this game played a little grindy but the eerie vibe and punk-horror style made it worth the trip. I will also be the first to admit I most likely played it wrong! but I recommend giving it a chance for yourself! Please Rate, Share and Comment on this episode as it helps us grow and produce more content! wanna see behind the scenes or join the community? Click here: https://linktr.ee/valorbound (https://linktr.ee/valorbound)

15. 

    20 May 2025

    EP 4. "Falling Is A Free Action"

    The party ventures deeper into the Dead Timber Forest, where eerie discoveries, strange rituals, and unexpected allies test their trust and courage. Tensions rise, bonds deepen, and something stirs beneath the surface… both literally and figuratively. Sorry about the technical problems on this episode, but like we've stated this is a labor of love and these things are bound to happen sometimes! wanna see behind the scenes or join the community? Click here: https://linktr.ee/valorbound (https://linktr.ee/valorbound)

16. 

    28 Apr 2025

    EP 3. "Lim's Perpetual Syrup"

    After weathering a storm in a hidden cave, the party faces nature’s perils and magical threats on their trek toward Riverrun. A fiery accident, a furious blast squirrel, and a brush with death test their resolve. In a forgotten cabin, echoes of a tragic past hint at deeper mysteries yet to come. Plus, everyone now has their own mics for even better audio! wanna see behind the scenes or join the community? Click here: https://linktr.ee/valorbound (https://linktr.ee/valorbound)

17. 

    18 Apr 2025

    EP 1. "Decidedly Average"

    In the fractured world of Khalos, five strangers ride in a caravan bound for a remote cliffside keep. Magic is fading, the gods have gone silent, and technology lies in ruin but something still stirs in the shadows. As memories from their pasts begin to surface, the group faces a bizarre trial that tests their trust, creativity, and willingness to work together. Tensions rise, lanterns fly, and not everything is as it seems. Welcome to a world on the edge. Welcome to Khalos. wanna see behind the scenes or join the community? Click here: https://linktr.ee/valorbound (https://linktr.ee/valorbound)

18. 

    18 Apr 2025

    Welcome to ValorBound!

    Join Sean, your forever DM and the creator behind ValorBound, as he kicks off this epic journey into the world of actual play tabletop gaming. In this premiere episode, Sean introduces the heart and soul behind the podcast from the inspiration for the show to the variety of game systems you can expect in future episodes. While season one features a homebrew Dungeons & Dragons 5e campaign set in a world called Khalos, there’s plenty more on the horizon, including Mörk Borg, Vaesen, Mouse Ritter, and MANY more. Expect real friends, real laughs, and real imperfections because ValorBound isn’t a polished production; it’s a love letter to storytelling, imagination, and the chaos of tabletop RPGs. Sean shares his passion for gritty narratives, his personal journey with tabletop games, and heartfelt thanks to those who inspired and supported this dream. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or just curious about actual play podcasts, you're welcome here. Grab your dice and get ready, the adventure starts now. wanna see behind the scenes or join the community? Click here: https://linktr.ee/valorbound (https://linktr.ee/valorbound)

19. 

    18 Apr 2025

    EP 2. "Double Blind Dagger Study"

    Tensions rise as the party faces unexpected danger at a remote forest fortress. A chaotic assault forces a desperate escape, and the group is left with more questions than answers. As a storm rolls in, strange omens and unsettling dreams hint at greater forces moving in the dark. wanna see behind the scenes or join the community? Click here: https://linktr.ee/valorbound (https://linktr.ee/valorbound)

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