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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Introducing: Blood 'n' Booty
The Source Seas are a dangerous place. But the real danger lurks in those who sail it… Join Captain Bloodbags and the Vampirates on a swashbuckling journey of blood and bountiful pirate booty! The sixth season of Actual Play comedy podcast, Dungeons & Drimbus promises a naughty nautical adventure...
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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. 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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Introducing: Someone Just Like You
A story about the horrors hiding in your home... Lurking just out of view. The Body is a Temple was written by Connor Bushoven. Sound Design and Scoring by Jeremy Ellett. CAST: Addison Peacock as Charlie. Zane Schacht as Greg. Erin Lillis as the Super. Josh Rubino as the Officer. Opening…
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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. 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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[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. 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. 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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Introducing: Anticrastination
Anticrastination is a comedy audio drama that follows a pair of people trying to reinvent themselves as they make a podcast (called “Anticrastination”) about reaching goals and getting organized—when things go horribly and hilariously wrong. Kip is a former radio newsman desperate to restart his...
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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. 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. 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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Introducing: Quest Friends!
Ghostbuster animal control influencers: just as awful as you'd expect. Content Notes: Animal Cruelty Character List: docs.google.com/document/d/1vtVORt6ZG6Vjq9STV7Xom0lb-KFvb4cItmQG1iOuE38 (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1v...) Follow Quest Friends! Website: questfriendspodcast.com Patreon:...
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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. 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. 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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Introducing: The Adventures of Bud and Herb
The Adventures of Bud & Herb is an award-winning fantasy podcast that blends immersive audio fiction with actual play storytelling. When a monstrous cryptid surfaces, a child disappears, and a strange cult begins to stir, only Bud and Herb can uncover the truth of what is happening in their cozy...
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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. 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. 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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Introducing: Malt & Magic
Malt & Magic - Daggerheart: The Hollowheart Welcome to Forya - a whimsical, high fantasy world where fate is tired, magic requires a license, and not every hero arrives on purpose. In the sleepy village of Crimson Hollow, an ancient force stirs beneath the roots on the Hollowheart Tree. When a...
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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. 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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[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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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. 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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Blighthouse Studio News Break Feb 2026
Just an update on Blighthouse Studio, for what has been, what is, and what will becoming! Check out our shows Counterbalance Four Top Threes The Lucky Die The Sprouting Find Chiki's work here! Support us On Patreon On Teepublic (those CounterChibis are adorable!) On Roll20 Hang…
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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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[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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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. 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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[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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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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