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   2.19 [Misplaced] A Long Rest

   In the wake of their battle with Obliviax, the Four Acquaintances take a moment to get their bearings. ----- Track: Thinking of you Artist: Damiano Baldoni Album: Old Beat Link: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Damiano_Baldoni/Old_Beat/Thinking_of_you_1513 Main theme: “Hoof, Heart, & Hiss” by…

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   Mar 10, 2019

   1 hr 24 min
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   [Exquisite Lich] Love & Thunder, pt. 1

   (This episode is rated TRUE NEUTRAL for some strong language and intense combat.) Remy Dreamshout is a bard in love. But when he and his friends--two plane-touched sisters and a dark elf with a disturbingly green thumb--head into a rich neighborhood to try and impress his girlfriend's dad at a...

   Mar 3, 2019

   1 hr 47 min
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   2.18 [Misplaced] "See You in Twelve Years"

   Rikashi and Dharbin finally exchange notes, and nothing looks any better afterwards. --- Track: New Moon Artist: Dave Keifer Album: Howdy Persephone Link: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Dave_Keifer/Howdy_Persephone/NEW_MOON Track: The Upside Down World Artist: Komiku Album: It's time for...

   Feb 10, 2019

   52 min
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   2.17 [Misplaced] The Second Death of Kallista of Nyrond

   Predictable violence ensues. ----- The Friends of Obliviax: Mike Ryan of The Controller Throwers - @tcthrowers - https://tcthrowers.podbean.com/ Heather Welch of Sunshine and PowerCuts - @SunPowerPod - https://www.sunshineandpowercuts.com/ Alex Whiteley of Thors-Kin - @ThorsKinPodcast -...

   Jan 27, 2019

   1 hr 31 min
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   Lateness Update Pt. 2

   Short version: Episode 2.17 comes out on the 28th!

   Jan 21, 2019

   <1 min
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   Notice of Lateness & Some Other Stuff

   Hey gang. Just dropping in to let you know that we're going to be late this week--I've been dealing with some extensive dog health issues that have consumed a lot of time, energy, and sleep, and i'm just outta juice. I'm hoping we'll get this episode to you some time this week, and if not, you'll...

   Jan 13, 2019

   1 min
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   SEASON 3 TEASER: Return to the Old Bones

   NOTICE: this teaser is for entertainment purposes only. Due to the fluid nature of time and causality, the events depicted cannot be guaranteed. Tract: Action Epic Artist: Komiku Album: The Binge Watchers: Score 1 Link:...

   Jan 13, 2019

   2 min
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   [Misplaced] One Meal, Two Gifts, and Three Good Deeds

   The Festival of Needs is upon us! Celebrate with Latchkey, Rikashi, and Ash as they enjoy traditional holiday activities such as starting a street brawl, taking a minor to a strip club, and playing wingman to a misguided tatooist! ----- Track: Shchedryk Artist: Mystery Mammal Album: XMas In Space...

   Dec 31, 2018

   1 hr 58 min
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   2.16 [Misplaced] A Riddle is Asked and Answered

   Just good decisions, all around. The Friends of Obliviax:Chris Osborne -- Play Comics , Meddling Kids Derek Graziano -- The Sometimes Geek , Rolling Misadventures John Horsley -- Spoiler Country Tegan and Saidey -- Super Awesome Sisters Brandon Cruz -- Interdimensional RSS , Apathetic Enthusiasm…

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   Dec 17, 2018

   1 hr 40 min
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    2.15 [Misplaced] The Final Test of Saint Wenta

    In which Balmo makes a friend in an unconventional manner; Rikashi agrees to pilfer some spice; and Dharbin delivers a lesson on what should be cooked, and what should be burned. ----- Track: L'indovino Artist: Roberto Billi Album: Modernamente Demodé Link:...

    Dec 2, 2018

    1 hr 8 min
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    2.14 [Misplaced] A Particularly Informative Question

    A hidden diary offers insight into the nature of the Chimera Project--but perhaps not as much insight as just asking. ----- Track: DeepSea Artist: Damiano Baldoni Album: Old Beat Link: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Damiano_Baldoni/Old_Beat/DeepSea Track: Bir Demet Yasemen Artist: Turku…

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    Nov 19, 2018

    49 min
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    2.13 [Misplaced] Seafood Special at the Western Wind

    OR “The King’s Last Crown” OR “Fish, Flesh, or Foul?” ----- Track: Variatio 19 a 1 Clav. Artist: Kimiko Ishizaka Album: The Open Goldberg Variations Link:...

    Nov 5, 2018

    1 hr 6 min
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    2.12 [Misplaced] An Unintended Experiment is Rightly Left Alone

    MORE CUBE ----- Track: DeepSea Artist: Damiano Baldoni Album: Old Beat Link: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Damiano_Baldoni/Old_Beat/DeepSea Main theme: “Hoof, Heart, & Hiss” by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space...

    Oct 21, 2018

    55 min
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    2.11 [Misplaced] When the Change in the Brandy Went Unnoticed

    Sometimes a thing reminds you of another thing, and you get sidetracked. ----- Main theme: “Hoof, Heart, & Hiss” by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space http://twitter.com/chimerapod http://facebook.com/chimerapod [email protected] Josh...

    Oct 8, 2018

    1 hr 13 min
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    2.10 [Misplaced] The Scents They Brought With Them

    THE CUBE ----- Track: DeepSeaArtist: Damiano BaldoniAlbum: Old BeatLink: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Damiano_Baldoni/Old_Beat/DeepSea Main theme: “Hoof, Heart, & Hiss” by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space…

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    Sep 23, 2018

    1 hr 7 min
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    2.09 [Misplaced] The Tragedy of Ybdob

    Everything goes very well and no one has any regrets. ----- Main theme: “Hoof, Heart, & Hiss” by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Track: The Ultimate Fight Between the Burning Match and the Empty Cold Room Artist: Parvus Decree Album: Box of Matches Link:...

    Sep 9, 2018

    1 hr 12 min
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    2.08 [Misplaced] In Which Arson is Considered, Rejected, and Ultimately Embraced

    OR “Chekov’s Hippogriff” OR “Chilling Cool & Safe In The Cube” Isle of Dread map: https://ianeller.com/2015/11/09/carnage-on-the-isle-of-dread/ Track: DeepSeaArtist: Damiano BaldoniAlbum: Old BeatLink: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Damiano_Baldoni/Old_Beat/DeepSea Main theme: “Hoof, Heart, &...

    Aug 27, 2018

    1 hr 11 min
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    PILOT: The Exquisite Lich

    1: Coronation [PILOT EPISODE!] Within the Queen’s Home, burroughs, collectives, territories and neighborhoods often have trade and political disputes, just as any other city or country. They are culturally vibrant, different in trade and tradition, and clash almost daily. Today we find our heroes...

    Aug 19, 2018

    3 hr 15 min
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    2.07 [Misplaced] The Beginning of a Beautiful Friendship

    How To Win Friends And Influence People Into Betraying Their Commitments To Their Unconscionable Employers ----- Music by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space http://twitter.com/chimerapod http://facebook.com/chimerapod…

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    Aug 12, 2018

    54 min
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    2.06 [Misplaced] A Contemptuous Stranger Intervenes

    We were at the beach. Everyone had Matching towels. ----- Music by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space http://twitter.com/chimerapod http://facebook.com/chimerapod [email protected] Josh Hall-Bachner: http://twitter.com/charlequin…

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    Jul 29, 2018

    1 hr 38 min
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    2.05 [Misplaced] A Neighborhood Meeting, At Last

    Come, join us here by the fire. Have a bite of meat. Please don’t ask what kind of meat it is. How has your day been? I know you’ve been working hard. Relax. I think there’s still some beer left. And what a lovely night it is--look at all the stars! Is that Urstrix Minor?Why is it facing the…

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    Jul 15, 2018

    1 hr 30 min
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    2.04 [Misplaced] Spontaneous Combustion

    What a stroke of luck? ----- Music by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space http://twitter.com/chimerapod http://facebook.com/chimerapod [email protected] Josh Hall-Bachner: http://twitter.com/charlequin Braden Lamb:...

    Jul 1, 2018

    1 hr 14 min
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    2.03 [Misplaced] An Unsavory Meal

    THE FROGHEMOTH ------ Music by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space http://twitter.com/chimerapod http://facebook.com/chimerapod [email protected] Josh Hall-Bachner: http://twitter.com/charlequin Braden Lamb…

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    Jun 18, 2018

    1 hr 12 min
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    2.02 [Misplaced] The First of Many Revolting Horrors Appears

    Things go from bad to weird as Rikashi and Sarsemion calmly interrogate their shipmates, Latchkey notices they’re being watched, and the sea vomits forth a fun surprise. ------ Music by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space...

    Jun 3, 2018

    44 min
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    2.01 [Misplaced] The Doomed Voyage of the Five Acquaintances

    In the city of Greyhawk, five individuals are united by circumstance: a brewer priest, a haunted swordsman, a living relic, a caustic criminal, and a golem without a past. Their lives are about to be turned upside-down by the drawing of a single card. ----- Music by Matt Weber...

    May 20, 2018

    1 hr 55 min
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    SEASON 2 TRAILER

    In the city of Greyhawk, five individuals are united by circumstance: a brewer priest, a haunted swordsman, a living relic, a caustic criminal, and a golem without a past. Their lives are about to be turned upside-down by the drawing of a single card.

    May 18, 2018

    3 min
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    Season One Wrap-Up

    As we bring this season to a close, the team sits down to talk about what worked, what didn’t, and what’s next. ------ Music by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space http://twitter.com/chimerapod http://facebook.com/chimerapod...

    May 6, 2018

    59 min
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    120 [Old Bones] From Safety To Where

    (Sea of Malice, part 5 of 5) SEASON FINALE! Y’all remember that bit at the beginning of this arc where everything was all exploding and stuff? Y’all remember that? ------- Music by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space...

    Apr 28, 2018

    1 hr 23 min
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    119 [Old Bones] Thieves Like Us

    (Part 4 of X)In which the crew risks life and limb for a jar of pickled sweetbreads. ------ Music by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space http://twitter.com/chimerapod http://facebook.com/chimerapod [email protected] Josh Hall-Bachner:...

    Apr 8, 2018

    1 hr 19 min
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    118 [Old Bones] Atmosphere

    The one with the whale. ------ Music by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space http://twitter.com/chimerapod http://facebook.com/chimerapod [email protected] Josh Hall-Bachner: [Everywhere in time and space] Braden Lamb:...

    Mar 26, 2018

    1 hr 31 min
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    PREVIEW ADDENDUM: The Brewer Monk

    Following on last week's discussion, a brief chat about Braden's character, Balmo!

    Mar 18, 2018

    31 min
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    SEASON TWO PREVIEW

    This week, we’re doing some preliminary discussion about our plans for the second season of The Chimera. Expect to learn a lot about Greyhawk--like, a lot--as well as why we’re using Fourth Edition, exactly how badly we’re going to mangle it, and what all this has to do with the Sphere Grid!…

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    Mar 11, 2018

    1 hr 19 min
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    117 [Old Bones] In A Lonely Place

    (Part 2 of X) “BOOK I. (Folio), CHAPTER VI. (Sulphur Bottom).—Another retiring gentleman, with a brimstone belly, doubtless got by scraping along the Tartarian tiles in some of his profounder divings. He is seldom seen; at least I have never seen him except in the remoter southern seas, and then...

    Feb 26, 2018

    54 min
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    116 [Old Bones] New Dawn Fades

    (Part 1 of X) The crew heads to the Malice system, because they’re bad at spotting red flags. ----- Music by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space http://twitter.com/chimerapod http://facebook.com/chimerapod [email protected] Josh...

    Feb 11, 2018

    1 hr 44 min
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    115 [Old Bones] Stand And Deliver

    (Part 5 of 5) A heist divided against itself cannot stand. ----- Music by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space http://twitter.com/chimerapod http://facebook.com/chimerapod [email protected] Josh Hall-Bachner: [Everywhere in time and...

    Jan 29, 2018

    1 hr 41 min
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    114 [Old Bones] Golden Years

    (Part 4 of X) Galactic history is filled with great empires bent on conquest, expansion, and legacy. Today we’re going to watch one of them end. ------ Music by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space http://twitter.com/chimerapod...

    Jan 14, 2018

    1 hr 19 min
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    BONUS [Old Bones] Eating Light

    The Rooiban palate is a curious thing. ------ Music by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space http://twitter.com/chimerapod http://facebook.com/chimerapod [email protected] Josh Hall-Bachner: [Everywhere in time and space] Braden Lamb:...

    Jan 7, 2018

    31 min
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    113 [Old Bones] I Fought The Law

    (Part 3 of X) ALL RISE. ------ Music by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space http://twitter.com/chimerapod http://facebook.com/chimerapod [email protected] Josh Hall-Bachner: [Everywhere in time and space] Braden Lamb:...

    Dec 31, 2017

    1 hr 8 min
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    [Old Bones] EPISODE ZERO: Space Caviar

    Happy holidays, y'all! This week, we have a very special episode about... uh... Okay, cards on the table: I haven't listened to this since March, so I'm not 100% sure what's in here. Character creation stuff, jokes, the particular brand of creeping malaise that characterized early 2017... You…

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    Dec 23, 2017

    1 hr 46 min
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    112a [Old Bones] BONUS A Keen Legal Mind

    BONUS Dr. Harrow plumbs the depths of a truly alien mind.

    Dec 18, 2017

    16 min
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    112 [Old Bones] The One That Got Away (the Tom Waits one)

    (Part 2 of X) A ghost haunts Theron Melanthios. No, not that ghost, a different one--a ghost with bloody paws and a long, glittering knife. Perhaps it’s time we learned why the former lawman can’t seem to shake his provincial past. ------ Music by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/...

    Dec 11, 2017

    1 hr 34 min
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    111 [Old Bones] Memories Can't Wait

    (Part 1 of X) This week, the gang finally helps their new roommate settle in, and try to help them feel at home by telling stories past trauma. ----- Music by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space http://twitter.com/chimerapod...

    Nov 27, 2017

    1 hr 15 min
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    110b [Old Bones] BONUS The Dream Journal of Theron Melanthios

    BONUS Molly's scientific investigation of her crewmates continues.

    Nov 17, 2017

    24 min
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    110a [Old Bones] BONUS Experience, etc.

    Experience wrap-up from the Last Resort arc, and some other whatnot.

    Nov 16, 2017

    10 min
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    110 [Old Bones] The Old Gods

    (Part 3 of 3) What began as a job and progressed into a heist has now evolved into a full-blown caper as the crew crashes headlong into the mystical defenses of the Cathedral Order. Meanwhile, in the background, enemies from the past begin to creep into the present. ----- Current XP Goals Team…

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    Nov 13, 2017

    1 hr 36 min
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    109 [Old Bones] Opportunities (Let's Make Lots of Money)

    (Part 2 of 3) You have reached the Order of The Cathedral. For BLOOD BIRD ESTABLISHMENT, press 1. For GUITAR CLIMATE EXPRESSION, press 2. For CHOCOLATE JUDGEMENT AWARENESS, press 3. To contact The Operator, face North and intone the true name of God seven times. The blessed image in question:...

    Oct 30, 2017

    1 hr 32 min
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    108 [Old Bones] Heaven or Las Vegas

    (Part 1 of 3) NEW ARC! Do semi-sentient mechasuits dream of electric sheep operated by somewhat smaller biological sheep housed within? Do troubled space lawyers dream of haunted legal pads? Do heretical star-cats dream of being hunted down by cackling murder-rodents? At least one of these...

    Oct 15, 2017

    1 hr 56 min
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    107 [Old Bones] Fables of the Reconstruction

    (Part 5 of 5) THE THRILLING CONCLUSION! Faced with their toughest foe yet, the crew of The Chimera is forced to combine hard science with soft produce in a no-fruits-barred tangle with THE TOWER! PLUS: the ladies split a corn melon and talk about brains. Current XP Goals Team: 1) As a group, take…

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    Sep 30, 2017

    1 hr 25 min
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    106 [Old Bones] Life & How To Live It

    (Part 4 of 5) In which the crew make some new friends, and introduce them to some pretty questionable ideas about how to run a civilization. Current XP Goals Team: 1) As a group, take a significant risk; 2)Learn something surprising about a member of the team. Dang: 1) Overcome a problem caused…

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    Sep 17, 2017

    2 hr 4 min
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    105 [Old Bones] Maps & Legends

    (Part 3 of 5) Up against the clock, the crew reveals some unusual strengths--and some real fundamental weaknesses. --- Music by Matt Weber http://mattwebersmusic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at: http://thechimera.space http://twitter.com/chimerapod http://facebook.com/chimerapod...

    Sep 3, 2017

    1 hr 57 min