Across the Glass Sea

We resume our adventure in Tyroa as the crew of the White Wake prepares to strike out for the heart of the Sea of Storms in search of the mysterious floating city and the treasures it may hold.Tam surprises the captain, and Lichen wields some spyglasses.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used: Pirates, Skyship, Between Adventures, News from the Front, Whirlpool, Promontory, Treacherous Path

In our return to the Humblewood Sessions, we rejoin Ricky and Ash as they complete their interrogation of the Maypatch slavers and continue into the town of Winnowing Reach. There, they do some poking about and learn of some troubles that are facing the denizens of this new town.Ash does some investigating, and Ricky speaks his mind.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used: Pirates, Trireme, Frontier Town, Distilled Warehouse, Halfling Sneak, News from the Front, Voyage Begins

Our confused and victorious fishermen return to Pebbleton for the final judgement of their catch.Lichen has a moment of self doubt, and Tam scratches an itch.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used: Pirates, Skyship, Between Adventures, Halfling Lodge

Burgen, Lichen, and Tam put their chum(s) in the water and see what the waters around Pebbleton have in store for them.Lichen dazzles and multiplies, and Tam holds the lines.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used: Pirates, Promontory, Skyship, Sunken Treasure, Whirlpool, Rope Bridge, Rebuilding, Pit Fighter

Following the successful date of Golmar and Elariel, Lichen, Tam, and Burgen join the rest of the crew of the White Wake for some true relaxation as they see what else the town of Pebbleton has to offer. Tam becomes an angler of record, and Lichen chums the waters.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used: Pirates, Halfling Lodge, Rebuilding, Floating Market, Tinker’s Workshop, Voyage Begins

Ash and Ricky continue toward Winnowing Reach and encounter some strange magics on the way. They also discover some other travelers on the road. Ricky tries to share his coffee, and Ash hangs back.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used: Pirates, Wizard’s Tower, Promontory, Halfling Sneak, Pit Fighter, Nautiloid Escape, Red Dragon Dawn

After the massive lore drop that is Burgen’s backstory and the successful ghost date, Ben, Michael, and Nathanael take a time out to go over the loot from the safe, discuss TPKs, earworms, and what might be next for the crew of The White Wake.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.com

Lichen, Tam, and Burgen continue in their quest to reunite the dwarven ghost, Golmar, with his lost lady love. But first they have to deal with the sourdough monsters that have risen (ba-dum PSH) before them.Lichen helps out in the kitchen, and Tam makes a recommendation.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used: Pirates, Harpy’s Nest, Pit Fighter, Rebuilding, Homecoming, Adventure Supply

The crew of the White Wake are enjoying some much needed relaxation in Pebbleton, but there’s no rest for aggressive ship negotiators. Some local news brings up ghosts of Burgen’s past, and Tam and Lichen can’t help but investigate.Tam cracks a joke, Lichen plays wingman, and Burgen spills the tea.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used: Pirates, Halfling Lodge, Halfling Sneak, Long Rest

The White Wake sails further into the Sea of Storms and has a brush with its very namesake.Lichen changes some accessories and Tam ties some knots.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used: Pirates, Skyship, Abandoned Chapel, Voyage Begins, Whirlpool, Adventure Supply

The crew of The White Wake set out across the dangerous and uncharted Sea of Storms in search of the ancient elven fort that Ordin Aranath has told them about.Tam deals with a pest problem, Lichen makes it rain, and Burgen finds a new friend.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used: Pirates, Skyship, Descent, Rat Battle, Rope Bridge, High Seas Pursuit

As we resume our story in 2026, we also resume the story of Lichen, Tam, and the rest of the crew of the White Wake!After turning over the newly transported and slightly emptied vault ship to Admiral Cassian, Lichen, Tam, and Burgen take some much-needed rest and plan their next steps. Lichen takes a dip, Burgen budgets for new equipment, and Tam gives out a few hugs.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used: Pirates, Homecoming, Skyship, Rise of the Golem, Sunken Treasure, Abandoned Chapel

Our new dynamic duo continues toward Ashburrow after deciding what to do with Fray the bandit leader. Ash and Sparky investigate a hole, and Ricky stays true to his character.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used: Pirates, Voyage Begins, Promontory, Training Grounds, Between Adventures

Our diversionary story opens in the town of Meadowfen, where the heat is oppressive and that isn’t the only thing. Ricky considers breaking a window, Ash ponders a malpractice case, and adventure staggers into town.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used: Pirates, Adventure Supply, Infestation, Vampyr, Trireme, Rebuilding, Voyage Begins, Brood Mother, Harpie’s Nest

We knew this day was coming, and it has arrived! Little did we know that while we were recording this Session 0 for our “diversion” mini-arc, Michael and his wife were welcoming their new son into the world! Everyone is happy and healthy, but while Michael focuses on his growing family, Ben, Nathanael, and special guest Matthew Berry embark on a new adventure from the Hit Point Press sourcebook, Humblewood! In this session 0 we go over some character stuff, as well as background for the world and the adventure.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.com

In an actually planned, mapped out, carefully executed, and extremely serious talk back episode, Ben, Michael, and Nathanael go over all the loot we just got from the Vault Ship. We also step back through some of the events that have happened since we last did a full-on recap.While Tam, Lichen, and the crew of the White Wake are on hiatus, stay tuned for more adventures, DnD deep dives, and general nerdiness.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.com

Due to real-world obligations pulling Nathanael away, Ben and Michael jump in to discuss more about Tam and Lichen and the actual mechanics and numbers on the character sheets. Michael delivers some big news, and (surprising no one) Ben laughs a lot. Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.com

Fresh off their interesting conversation with Mortifia the golden tiefling, the away team of the White Wake go about setting the other prisoners free and trying to find a way back to safety. Lichen looks out a window, and Tam gets everyone wet.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used: Pirates, Between Adventures, Promontory, Western Watchtower, Whirlpool, Hall of Angels

The time has finally come for our heroes to try and access the treasures kept under lock and spell on board The Emperor’s Banner. But the ticking clock of the return to the material plane hovers over them as well. Tam tries some things, Lichen meets a stranger, and Burgen has a lucky number.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used: Pirates, Long Rest, Wizard’s Tower, Rise of the Golem, Halfling Sneak

Tam, Lichen, and Burgen assess their new surroundings and decide how to proceed now that the vault ship has hopped into the Astral Sea. Lichen picks a lock, and Tam chooses a helper.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used - Pirates, Long Rest, Halfling Sneak, Brood Mother, Pit Fighter, Vampyr

The interlopers meet with the Vault Master and the con is well and truly ON. Lichen works his charms, and Tam preaches patience.Our single solitary social media account - @acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used - Pirates, Vampyr, High Seas Pursuit, Rope Bridge, The Great Lift, Long Rest, Sunken Treasure

Lichen and Tam set foot on the Vault Ship. What awaits them as they weave their tangled web of lies and half truths?One day Ben will get his mic input locked down AND the instagram handle correct in the same episode. Alas… today was not that day. This time it seemed to be a cable issue, not simply incompetence.@acrosstheglassseaMusic and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used - Pirates, Western Watchtower, Halfling Sneak, Rise of the Golem, The Great Lift

With great power, comes great responsibility.At least, with real-world jobs, comes occasional scheduling difficulties. Unfortunately for the campaign, Michael had to fill in for an important meeting very last minute and wasn't able to join us to record a story session. So instead, Ben and Nathanael decided to talk about random DnD stuff again.We hope you enjoy it, and we should be back to Tyroa in two weeks!Also, here is our Instagram again, in case you wanna really pour over the 4 images we have up thus far...

Tam and Lichen bask in the glow of their success and set in motion the plan to bluff their way onto the Admiralty Vault Ship. Lichen plays a role, and Tam enjoys some brunch.Also, we keep forgetting to mention it, but we are trying to be more active on our Instagram account! We are posting some of the maps and legends, as well as other stuff from time to time!Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used - Pirates, Rowdy Tavern, Halfling Sneak, Voyage Begins, Rat Battle, Oasis City, Tinkers Workshop, Rise of the Golem

Lichen and Tam work to put Lady Neema’s gift to good use. Like Tam always says, “Hachiman favors the prepared.” Lichen tries to get noticed, and Tam provides some backup.Apologies for the poor quality of Ben's audio. There was an oversight on which input was being recorded. Ironically, Ben is the one that drives everyone crazy trying to eliminate background noise and get everything “juuuuuuuuust right” for recording.Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used - Pirates, Abandoned Chapel, Tinkers Workshop, Between Adventures, Floating Market, Rowdy Tavern, Training Grounds, Dungeon Collapse

The crew of the White Wake deal with the aftermath of the battle with the sound elemental and eventually make their way into the bustling port city of Porto Medio. Lichen plays tour guide, and Tam defends his fashion sense.In case you missed it, we’ve been doing this for over a year! Thanks to everyone who has been listening and adventuring along! It has been a blast, and we are still enjoying telling stories with and for each other, and for you guys as well. Here’s to another year of ridiculousness and dice rolls with friends!Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio - tabletopaudio.comTracks Used - Pirates, Voyage Begins, Homecoming, Halfling Sneak, Viking Tavern

The hunt for the Admiralty vault ship is well and truly underway. Lichen, Tam, and Vincent have some lengthy conversations about family, obligations, and preferred reading material. Tam does some explaining, and Lichen talks about home.Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio – tabletopaudio.comTracks Used - Pirates, Skyship, Promontory, Descent, Brood Mother, Whirlpool

Lichen, Tam, and the crew of the White Wake set out to find the Admiralty Vault ship. Life at sea can be very interesting… Lichen strikes a bargain, and Tam meets a girl…sort of.Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio – tabletopaudio.comTracks Used - Pirates, Voyage Begins, Skyship, Abandoned Chapel, Harpie’s Nest, Rope Bridge, Long Rest, Western Watchtower, Trireme 

Surprise? Unfortunately, we weren't able to record because Nathanael and Michael are still dealing with some ripples of moving and new babies. But instead of having just a dead week, Ben took it upon himself to record a conversation with a very special guest. We have locked in some time soon to play and record, so hopefully we will be able to bank some episodes and not have this happen again. At least not without some planning and announcements beforehand.Thanks for being patient everyone, and we hope you enjoy this slightly different Across the Table, After the Fact.

Attune - verb - to make receptive or aware; to make harmoniousLichen, Tam, and Penelope engage with the fish-folk guarding the wrecked ship. Many revelations are had and understandings are reached in the fallout. Tam opens up, and Lichen recalls the past.Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio – tabletopaudio.comTracks Used - Pirates, Nautical Escape, High Seas Pursuit, Sunken Treasure, Abandoned Chapel, Skyship, Trireme, Long Rest

If you ignore all the hurricane, baby, and moving related AtT,AtF episodes, they all happen to be spaced out by five campaign episodes. This pattern was too good to ignore, and since Michael wasn't in town long enough to record a full session, we decided to get together and discuss the events of the campaign from around episode 6 up to now. Insights, revelations, and wonderment abound! Also - we have an Instagram account now! You should check it out! We may actually post stuff there from time to time!@acrosstheglasssea

After finally arriving at Fort Martalian, our heroes partake in some much-needed rest and relaxation. But of course, they also plan. They always plan, because Hachiman favors the prepared. It says so, right there in Tam’s little book…Lichen brings down the house, and Tam aims to misbehave.Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio – tabletopaudio.comTracks Used - Pirates, Homecoming, Rebuilding, Rowdy Tavern, Into the Deep, Sunken Treasure

WE’RE BACK BABY!First time recording all together in a LONG while. Things are still up in the air for the players  AND our heroes, but the show must go on! Thanks everyone for your ongoing patience and excitement as we continue to explore the world of Tyroa!New purchases in tow, Tam, Lichen, and the crew of the White Wake continue toward Ft. Martalian. Tam learns what is and isn’t normal, and Lichen gets one over on Vincent.Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio – tabletopaudio.comTracks Used - Pirates, Skyship, Sunken Treasure, Brood Mother, Trireme, Voyage Begins

Hello everyone!Unfortunately, we still haven't had time to slay the scheduling dragon and sit down to record another play session. However, to keep to our bi-weekly release schedule as best we can, Nathanael and Ben recorded a second Dungeon Master focused conversation. Thanks for being patient as Nathanael and Michael continue to acclimate to the big changes in their lives at the moment. We hope you enjoy!Also - we mention several 3rd party companies and creators that we use for ideas, inspiration, or just help. Here they are:Kobold PressHit Point PressThe Griffon's SaddlebagKobold Fight ClubThis list is by no means exhaustive. These guys are great, but there are other sources and sites we love to use as well. If you are curious, let us know!

Lichen and Tam continue their search for Captain Thistlecourt and encounter some new faces. Lichen engages in some doublespeak, and Tam speaks his mind. Apologies for the coughing - we were all in various stages of sickness. Also, be warned - this episode contains shopping. Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio – tabletopaudio.com Tracks Used - Pirates, Harpy’s Nest, Halfling Sneak, High Seas Pursuit, Skyship, Trireme, Abandoned Chapel

To quote the fittingly famous chaotician Dr. Ian Malcom, "Life will find a way"... to ruin your DND schedule. Unfortunately, life found a way to prevent us from recording another campaign episode for this week, but we will instead treat you to a slightly early Across the Table, After the Fact. Another note on life and schedules and how they are mortal enemies: Nathanael and his wife are expecting their first child in January! Michael got a new job and will be moving away! Congratulations to both of them! All joking aside, we were planning to take a campaign break for the rest of 2024 and be back with a new campaign episode in early February. We may release another sort of discussion in the interim, but we will work hard to back on The Glass Sea in 2025! Thanks everyone!

Tam, Lichen, and the rest of the crew of the White Wake return to Hormida to try and free Governor Arano from the clutches of the mind worms. Tam helps Burgen, and Lichen puts Crobert through his paces. Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio – tabletopaudio.com Tracks Used - Pirates, Skyship, Jungle Shaman, Whirlpool, Trireme, Sunken Treasure, Rope Bridge

Lichen and Tam deal with the fallout of the events of the last few days and decide what to do next. Lichen’s past continues to unfold, and Tam thinks about next steps. Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio – tabletopaudio.com Tracks Used - Pirates, Rebuilding, Sunken Treasure, Homecoming, Trireme

Lichen, Tam, and Burgen engage the flying worm and attempt to free the prisoners. Tam shows a new face, and Lichen acknowledges a rival. Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio – tabletopaudio.com Tracks Used - Pirates, Harpy’s Nest, Banshee’s Lair, Descent, Halfling Sneak, Whirlpool 

Lichen, Tam, and Burgen take on the hooded figures trying to stop them from investigating the Vasra mines. Lichen opens a door, Tam gets nervous, and Burgen answers some questions. Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio – tabletopaudio.com Tracks Used - Pirates, Whirlpool, Whispering Caverns, Long Rest, Descent, Banshee’s Lair

Hey everyone! Unfortunately due to issues from Hurricane Helene, we haven’t been able to record a campaign episode for this release. Here is a conversation between Ben and Nathanael about Dm-ing that will hopefully tide you over until we can defeat the evil scheduling beast. Enjoy!

Lichen, Tam and Burgen explore the sleepy hamlet of Vasra, but weirdness abounds. Tam visits a temple, Lichen chats up some adventurers, and Burgen reveals much. Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio – tabletopaudio.com

Lichen, Tam, and Burgen work to determine their next steps after finding the Admiral and delivering the Ambassador’s message. Lichen plays the host, and Tam discovers a mental health hazard. Music: Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio – tabletopaudio.com

Lichen, Tam, and Burgen further explore the sunken city in search of Admiral Cassian. Tam cracks the code, and Lichen holds the line. Music: “Infestation” by Midnight Syndicate All Other Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio – tabletopaudio.com

Lichen, Tam, and Burgen continue to explore the tunnels beneath Hormida and realize that the depths conceal far more than one Admiral on the run. Lichen meets a friend, and Tam keeps a lookout. Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio – tabletopaudio.com

The crew of the White Wake begin their hunt for the needle in the underground haystack. Tam debates smuggling, and Lichen investigates a tunnel. Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio – tabletopaudio.com

SURPRISE! Here is a sneak peek? sample? trial run? of an "extra" show where we discuss the session we just played, but also get distracted by lots of other very important and life changing topics. If you like it and want more, let us know!

Our heroes explore the port city of Hormida, and begin their own investigation into Admiral Cassian’s alleged treason. Lichen gets a glow up, and Tam deals with some bullies. Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio – tabletopaudio.com

Equipped with more information than they may have wanted from Wayfinder, our heroes continue to plan their next steps in pursuit of completing the task given them by the ambassador. Lichen gets a promotion, and Tam tells a lie. Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio – tabletopaudio.com

Armed with soup and refreshed after a night’s rest, what remains of the crew enters the sweltering jungle to investigate the inland structure. Tam finds a new obsession, and Lichen makes a friend. Music: Music and Sound Effects Courtesy of Tim at Tabletop Audio – tabletopaudio.com