The Lucky Die
by Blighthouse Studio
An actual play D&D podcast, The Lucky Die is a character driven story, set in an apocalyptic fantasy world. In Diskora, Demons and Celestials have started stalking the lands, tensions between the factions leave death in their wake and blood red clouds boil across the sky. You would be forgiven for thinking that the end was nigh, question is - do you want to face the end alone? I guess we're about to find out.
Episodes
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[Ep. 269] Cheers to that
The heroes and their allies regroup to figure out what to do next, only to discover that there isn't much time left for "next". Lafian drops that he has to ask a question before the end, Rhal conceals a worry about when the cure will come, Squash thinks something is romantic and Zaltanna…
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[Ep. 268] Chumba'd Their Last Wumba
Our heroes declare enough is enough as they intend to find the suriving members of Daechin's sect, and wipe them out, for good. Lafian becomes a bard, Rhal wants to explore the previously forbidden, Squash proves he is a tracker and Zaltanna becomes a strategist. Could Zaltanna or Bougrim call...
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NEW BLIGHTHOUSE SHOW: VARÚÐ Dead Ísland
In an alternative version of Iceland, Bryce, Óli and Nonni are expecting a quick get away to the family cabin for the Icelandic Day of Independence, and instead have to flee from the Zombie Apocalypse that they did not order this morning. Cast Bryce Smith - Neil Martin (who is also our audio...
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[Ep. 267] Down and Out
The fight continues against the leonin loyal to a dead Daechin, and the heroes have to find the strength to break stone. Lafian gets knocked to the floor, Rhal just fades away, Squash finds a kindred magic user and Zaltanna becomes frustrated. How will their new Leonin friend react to the carnage...
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[Ep. 266] Town Hall Meeting
The ritual is gatecrashed as our heroes attempt to interupt the spell, and prevent the sacrifices. Lafian gets a look ahead, Rhal wants to help, Squash has to fight and Zaltanna cracks some rocks. The rule from the Azatlanians was no killing - can our team keep that promise? I guess we're about…
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[Ep. 265] Dealings with a Dragon
A shadow attack is on the horizon and our heroes, their allies, and resident of Azatlan come together to from a plan to stop it. Lafian contemplates additional dragon support for the future, Rhal gets surprised by someone, Squash talks about imprisonment and Zaltanna is insulted! Can our heroes...
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[Ep. 264] Spill the Tea
A cursed situation forces a calm conversion over a nice tea... kettle. Lafian gets to work, Rhal is uncursed, Squash meets a Peacebleeder and Zaltanna is a VIP. Wait, was that a DRAGON, or Aema perhaps just messing around?! I guess we're about to find out... Thanks to Jay for voicing Emmil!…
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Blighthouse Studio News Break July 2026
A quick, slightly rambly update from Volonda of Blighthouse Studio. Come meet us at Dragonmeet, London Excel, 28th November! - https://dragonmeet.co.uk/ Counterbalance Season 3 coming to an end soon, but Season 4 is being worked on! - https://trilunis.com/ The Lucky Die's Kino campaign has an...
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[Ep. 263] Recklessness
After a well deserved rest, the heroes wrap up some loose ends - and Rhal attempts a reckless rescue from a dangerous place at a reckless time. Lafian conserves his energy for a dose of cultist, Rhal wants to travel, Squash needs a teacher and Zaltanna joins a fight. How will Rhal's mission be...
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[Ep. 262] Emptying Empty Shallows
The heroes deal with the aftermath, including those who fought for, and against, The Blissful Eclipse. Lafian gives diplomatic advice, Rhal wants to touch all the dangerous things, Squash gives a speech and Zaltanna isn't hiding anything. Where will the refugees of Empty Shallows go now? I guess...
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[Ep. 261] Shadows of The Eclipse
The continued fight with the thralls of the Blissful Eclipse reaches a potentially deadly new height. Lafian is potentially petrified, Rhal takes a big risk, Squash can only hope for the best and Zaltanna gets in the way for her friends. But if something bad happens, surely they are not alone? I...
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[Ep. 260] The Temple of The Blissful Eclipse
The heroes enter the temple of the entity seeking to consume existence. Lafian brings the fire, Rhal gives something precious to Tio, Squash is a hype man and Zaltanna reveals a new enemy just as the Temple itself decides to fight back, but what gravity defying magics will it employ? I guess…
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[Ep. 259] Spectre Deathman Vibes
Team Sneak up their sneak game by going into the Stalking to scout the danger of the Temple. Lafian intervenes, Rhal tries positivity with bad news, Squash scouts for names and Zaltanna learns a terrible possibility. Will their temporary companion be willing to put their life on the line in Empty...
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[Ep. 258] One Small Act
The group gain a Lodge member as an assistant as they venture into Empty Shallows proper. Lafian has a heartfelt conversation, Rhal comes up with a plan, Squash just wanted to go on an adventure and Zaltanna is rolling on the floor laughing. What rumors might Squash's old friend want confirmed or...
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[Ep. 257] Something Along Those Lines
Empty Shallows not being as peacefully empty as it once was, reveals to the heroes horrible hidden depths. Lafian cautions against destruction, Rhal climbs the walls, Squash's friend drops by and Zaltanna enter a profane holy site. What foul rituals can the team interupt? I guess we're about to...
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[Ep. 256] Bags of Hoarding
The group encounter classic behind the waterfall creatures in the cultists' warren of tunnels, rooms and larders, where they encounter a less than classic resident of Empty Shallows. Lafian aims to fix the current situation, Rhal really worries about Aema, Squash hears an unsettling name and...
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[Ep. 255] No Olives on the Olive Branch
The heroes meet up after having set their affairs in order, sharing the spoils and stories of their adventures. They head to Empty Shallows in order to pull off the most important of heists - retrieving the stolen scrolls of Goodberry. Lafian makes a caravan, Rhal does a trust fall, Squash…
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[Ep. 254] Living Quarters and Death Rifts
Squash makes plans to secure a friend's magical legacy, and takes steps to heal the wounds of his own demise. Squash wants to see how the night goes. Will finally being able to serve the world as a hero be enough to make his own happiness? I guess we're about to find out.. --- Get ad free…
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In Person A(e)MA - Part 2
When we met up to play in person in Iceland, we answered all your burning questions. Part 2 of a very long recording session! It's thanks to our lovely Patrons that we could even considering playing in person, so we had to do something big like this while we were together. This is the conclusion...
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[Ep. 253] Mother of the Living
The trio in Daemaerius face a difficult morning as they face complicated feelings of grief, and meet a fellow mage who wants to take Squash's book. Rhal creates a moment for himself and a young friends, and Squash protects his connection to magic. In all that is happening, how is Aema coping with...
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[Ep. 252] Children of the Dead
The trio bump into some familair faces in Daemaerius, and are forced to face upto complicated feelings of grief - some very new, some very old. Rhal wants to avoid a conversation and Squash is made to feel like a child. Where will Rhal choose to create his memorial? I guess we're about to find...
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In Person A(e)MA - Part 1
When we met up to play in person in Iceland, we answered all your burning questions. Part 1 of a very long recording session! It's thanks to our lovely Patrons that we could even considering playing in person, so we had to do something big like this while we were together. Seriously, thank you…
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[Ep. 251] Remember Me
Returning to what should have been the warmth of home in Daemaerius' capital, the trio feel the biting cold as they head to speak with a dragon. Rhal speaks up for the voiceless and Squash is told to speak no more. What answers will Wurunwa be able to give? I guess we're about to find out...…
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[Ep. 250] It’s Still His Inquisitive Nature
The duo of Lafian and Zaltanna enter the Eventide convention to represent family, the gods and our heroes in a global discuss of tactics, and the future of the world should it be saved. Lafian advocates for justice for the slain and Zaltanna tries diplomacy to great effect. Will they be able to…
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Turkiamat
In a small village, the destruction of all that is edible forces the villagers to turn to a powerful wizard in order to survive. Will Romy and Julie get their wedding cake? Can Fearnot Helly and Malik learn to summon tasty tasty food? Will the wishes of the town come true? I guess we're about to...
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[Ep. 249] It's Complicated
Lafian and Zaltanna meet up early to travel to The Eventide Protectorate, formally the Gentleman's Duelling Club, to mingle with the powerful of Bikron to determine it's future. Lafian meets a retired Queen and Zaltanna is a good friend to Apenamon. Will this pre mingling session settle nerves of...
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[Ep. 248] Repeat Business
Zaltanna looks at an empty purse, and decides to get a job in order to secure the last of the magical ribbons for the final task. Then Zaltanna looked at an empty purse, and decided to get a job in order to secure the last of the magical ribbons for the final task. Will Zaltanna look at an empty...
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[Ep. 247] Books of the Law
Lafian returns home to make decisions about his future, and about what he wants should he not make it to see tomorrow. Lafian reconnects with his oldest friends. Will Lafian be able to settle his affairs ahead of the fight? I guess we're about to find out... --- Get ad free episodes on...
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[Ep. 246] One Last Selfish Thing
Squash is forced to face up to his past in order to consider his future - and makes a decision about what that future will contain, and with whom. Squash gets paid, but will this be the last paycheck? I guess we're about to find out... --- Get ad free episodes on Patreon! You can help...
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[Ep. 245] Couple Goals
Now that the world can rest at last, the team split up to close up lose ends before the world comes to a potential end. Lafian heads home, Rhal gets a job offer, Squash ponders the future and Zaltanna considers getting a job. Will the splitting of the party remain until the end of the world, or...
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[Ep. 244] Strange Bedfellows
Whilst getting much needed rest, they are visited by someone looking for information, leading to conversation about the future. Lafian catches an "ally" red handed, Rhal is done with betrayal, Squash stays backs and Zaltanna reflections on immortality. Who is this information seeking skulking in...
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[Ep. 243] Put a Shirt On
Ice is broken as the heroes, Tahlvan and an increidbly brave Dana take on the Heralds that are manipulating the Eye of Summer. Lafian faces freezing tempuratures, Rhal fights for his belt, Squash lights up the enemy and Zaltanna decides that wearing shirts aren't optional. But will they be able…
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[Ep. 242] Daylight Savings
Splitting our allies into two groups to close the eyes of the world, our heroes plan to head to the Eye of Summer with Dana, while Dammaz and Trempal head south to the Eye of Winter. Lafian feels more powerful, Rhal tries to sneak out, Squash scouts ahead and Zaltanna prepares herself. Do we get…
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[Ep. 241] Ain't No Rest for the Wicked
The heroes return to Falsam and plan how best to split their allies to deal with both Eyes - the world can sleep. Lafian meditates, Rhal reads a note, Squash checks out a grain of sand and Zaltanna delievers a prisoner. Will the Mages Circle be able to protect Dammaz from being crystalized…
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[Ep. 240] Spill the Beans
Unconscious Daechin in the grips of an undead dragon gives the group an opportunity to throw him into Oblivion - but there is one last legendary, and stupid, action remaining. Lafian interogates survivors, Rhal wants a former friend back, Squash learns the cost of magic and Zaltanna is not done...
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[Ep. 239] Legendary Actions - Part 3
The fight continues, with a do or die, balls to the walls, all chips in attitude - from both sides. Lafian does what he does best, Rhal gets sweet revenge, Squash makes a deal and Zaltanna infuses red lightning. Will this offensive work in our heroes favor, or in Daechin's? I guess we're about to...
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[Ep. 238] Legendary Actions - Part 2
The chips are looking down. Lafian fears zombification, Rhal focuses on a smaller problem, Squash shoots from the hip and Zaltanna gets a hole in one. How much worse could things get? I guess we're about to find out... Thank you to David for voicing Daechin! Legend as always. --- Get ad free...
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[Ep. 237] Legendary Actions - Part 1
Both teams pull out unexpected moves. Lafian prepares his friends, Rhal is here one minute gone the next, Squash communicates with the undead and Zaltanna OWNs her domain. If the risks are deadly, are they worth the price? I guess we’re about to find out… Thanks to Jay for voicing Emmil! --- Get…
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[Ep. 236] The Librarian's Monocle
The team work together across the planes to enact their most daring, and dangerous, of plans. Lafian sees clearly, Rhal ponders Tio's capabilities, Squash is the unseen hand and Zaltanna is poised to strike - hard. Will the most bold, and stupid, of plans work? I guess we're about to find out.....
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[Ep. 235] Disstrack Dissertation
Deachin wants to meet Demi, to exchange Komin for Dammaz. Lafian prepares, Rhal worries, Squash plans, and Zaltanna is just ready to go. Can they get their friend, boss, brother, paladin back? I guess we're about to find out... Thanks to Jay for voicing Emmil --- Get ad free episodes on...
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[Ep. 234] Wake Me Up Inside
Daechin's spell takes affect, leaving everyone restless. Lafian notices a spell, Rhal is left out, Squash makes a scroll and Zaltanna shares her new status. Can the team get some sleep? I guess we're about to find out... --- Get ad free episodes on Patreon! You can help support the…
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[Ep. 233] For the People in the Back
Mob rules in Darkhammer Stronghold. Lafian is mistaken for Pintor, Rhal projects to the back of a mob, Squash enrolls in a guild and Zaltanna delivers a speech. Can our Goddess to be quell the angry masses, or infuse them with her powers? I guess we're about to find out... Thank you to Dagur for...
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[Ep. 232] The Flavors of Goodberry
The results of speaking with Komin are in, and it's not good. Lafian speaks with a friend, Rhal finds a place to stay, Squash learns there's a line and Zaltanna talks with a God about her problems. What godly problems can Gruumsh help Zaltanna with? I guess we're about to find out! Thank you to...
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[Ep. 231] The Best Damned Mayor in the World
The Mayor of Chatvok receives a royal guest, and a divine guest. Lafian acts an ambassador, Rhal tries to teach, Squash is unable to learn and Zaltanna makes an old friend. Can Onorino really make his town safe for the oncoming apocalypse? I guess we're about to find out... Thank you Travis for...
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[Ep. 230] Lines of Credit
Returning to Chatvok, the crew split up to prepare for their bold and dangerous plan. Lafian asks important questions, Rhal goes shopping, Squash goes to the Temple and Zaltanna wants a new sword. Will they have enough money between friends, family and allies to fund their shopping sprees? I…
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[Ep. 229] The Truly Komin Sword
The heroes reunite in a safe place on an island. Lafian checks on their friends, Rhal isn't concerned about Bougrim. Squash doesn't want to cast a spell and Zaltanna keeps a promise. Do they enough ingrediants to keep Zaltanna's word to her dear friend? I guess we're about to find out... Thank…
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[Ep. 228] Burn It All Down
The trio head north to Emmil's birthplace to find a librarian covering for an old enemy. Lafian gets a bad feeling, Rhal rings the bell and Zaltanna carries two across her shoulders. Will Dravous be able to slip through the cracks again? I guess we're about to find out... Thanks to Jay for…
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[Kino 38] Please Make It Work
Suvi makes a decision about how her song is sung as the combined group of former KIT-10 members, family and people of responsibility deal with the Kels situation. Greff takes other peoples' pain, Ivoris transforms, Kaz makes a hard sacrifice and Suvi hides behind her taller friends. Is the cleric...
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[Ep. 227] The Book is the First to Know
Needing to take a moment to deal with his death, Squash takes a pause in his adventuring to seek respite from the killing to work out what he wants his life to mean, and who to spend it with. Squash seeks comfort, but what secret is The Book about to learn? I guess we're about to find out... ---...
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[Kino 37] Daisy and the Crab
Upon the shores of the Chaos Island, the team make their stand against those seeking to kill their gods. Greff is encouraging, Ivoris considers a ship, Kaz takes off and Suvi helps a friend. Will the guardians step up to stop Kels, or will they get stepped on? I guess we're about to find out...…
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About this show
An actual play D&D podcast, The Lucky Die is a character driven story, set in an apocalyptic fantasy world. In Diskora, Demons and Celestials have started stalking the lands, tensions between the factions leave death in their wake and blood red clouds boil across the sky. You would be forgiven for thinking that the end was nigh, question is - do you want to face the end alone? I guess we're about to find out.
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