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Campaign 2: Descent into AvernusChris B. - Dungeon MasterAlondra A. - Adriel Whitlock, Aasimar PaladinAndrew W. - Maximillion Power, Human Bard Charlie A. - Sorcha Brightforge, Fire Genasi Blood Hunter Sasha S. - Gwendolyn Valentine, High Elf MonkShara T. - Lux Sashara, Aasimar Cleric Shayan N. - Patina Urundil, Eladrin Sorceress
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C2 E41 - To Bargain With A Wizard
Our heroes unexpectedly meet with one of the most famous and powerful wizards in the entire D&D multiverse. Negotiations begin, and the party prepares to do business with Mordenkainen. What price will he ask for the valuable information that our heroes need?
C2 E40 - Reunions, Revelations and Redemptions
Our heroes, after attacking Vorova's convoy, find shelter with the newly liberated townsfolk. There, they speak with Max's long lost friend and bandmate, who might have something in common with another member of the party - and a grim truth that must be revealed.
C2 E39 - Violent Liberations
Pursuing a convoy with captured civilians and a long lost friend aboard, the heroes of Black Star prepare to make an enemy of one of the most powerful slave traders in Avernus.
C2 E38 - Avernus' Most Wanted
Our heroes, with new bounties on their heads, try their best to avoid unwanted attention as they maneuver through the Wandering Emporium in search of allies, assistance, and disguises.
C2 E37 - A Paladin's Rest
Following the revelation of the Hellriders, our heroes perform the last rites for Shalrel Prall, and obtain a revelation as to the identity of the Healer. Afterwards, they return to the Wandering Emporium, and discover that
C2 E36 - As It Was
After the fight against Yevira, our heroes take their time to loot her camp and discuss what to do with the surviving devils. And later, a vision of the past reveals a horrific betrayal, and shatters the faith of one of our heroes completely.
C2 E35 - A Deception Revealed
The fight continues against Yevira and her warband, deep within Bloodroot Grove. Amidst the chaos and bloodshed, a new acquaintance is made, and a terrible truth is revealed.
C2 E34 - The Heart of the Forest
After enjoying the peace of the sanctuary further, our heroes continue further into Bloodroot Grove. Finding the center of the forest, some of our party members infiltrate a devil's war camp and find more disturbing mysteries before a massive fight breaks out.
C2 E33 - Unexpected Tranquility
Our heroes continue their trek through Bloodroot Grove, braving the perils of a morbid swamp and what lurks beneath the surface. Afterwards, they discover an unlikely place of rest, untouched by the ruthlessness of Avernus.
C2 E32 - Bloodroot Grove
In search of the Healer, one of the Chosen in Avernus, our heroes venture into the ominous Bloodroot Grove, surrounded by strange plants and hidden dangers.
C2 E31 - You Now Have My Attention
Returning to High Hall, our heroes do their best to stay above suspicion while surrounded by potential cultists. Meanwhile, Lux offers to use a spell to help his brother - and with a well-meaning deception, wild consequences follow, and a character that has only been mentioned thus far in the campaign makes their grand debut.
C2 E30 - A Reunion Long Overdue
Adriel separates from the group, and in his mother's garden, has his first honest conversation with Amaryllis. Meanwhile, the party interrogates Boulder, to see if he intends to betray them.
C2 E29 - Wolves Among The Shepherds
After the shocking revelation the party made last session, Tychus Antonidas tells them the truth about what happened to him twenty years ago. Shocked and stunned, the party realizes that they must take great care in whom they choose to place their trust, as all of High Hall may in fact be compromised.
C2 E28 - The Tome of the Creed Resolute
Our heroes find the lost members of the militia. And a truth is revealed that will forever change the course of the campaign.
C2 E27 - Blood, Fangs and Laughter
Our heroes clash with a massive warband of gnolls, and team up with a mysterious figure who, despite his casual personality, knows far more than he lets on.
C2 E26 - Tyrannosaurus Max
Episode 26 - As the group searches for the Pair of Black Antlers tavern, they find Boulder and the Flaming Fist, who are being attacked by a group of savage gnolls.
C2 E25 - Forging Connections
Episode 25 - After the wild night at the Whitlock estate, the party spends their morning wrapping up loose ends. Once they're finished, they go to the Docks district, searching for the organization called the Militia, as well as the missing Tome of the Creed Resolute.
C2 E24 - A Wild Night At The Whitlock Estate
Episode 24 - Returning to the Whitlock estate, the group relaxes and reunites with a number of friends and family members. And when Max gives the members of Lute Destroyers some brand new instruments, an absolute rager of a party is soon to follow.
C2 E23 - Family Reunion
Episode 23 - Facing off against a horde of devils and zombies, the party joins the battle in order to help the remaining Hellriders. Unfortunately, Lux and Adriel must fight against their parents, raised by the deranged necromancer, Gideon Lightward.
C2 E22 - The Hunt for Gideon Lightward
Episode 22 - Traveling through the Shieldhall, the group finds death, destruction and chaos in Gideon's wake. Regardless of the undead or fiends in their path, they vow to make their way through his remaining forces and end him, once and for all.
C2 E21 - The Siege of Helm's Shieldhall
Episode 21 - Having returned to Elturel, the party hears of Gideon's ongoing crusade to purge the city of anything he deems to be in league with the Abyss. Our heroes make their way to Helm's Shieldhall, where the mad necromancer's undead army is sieging the gates of the fortress, and leap into action to help the remaining Hellriders.
C2 E20 - The Symbol of Blackstar
Episode 20 - The party takes some time to go shopping in the Wandering Emporium, and get some matching tattoos to symbolize their group's connection. After making some purchases and learning of the bounty system in Avernus, they decide to make a long-overdue return to where the campaign first began.
C2 E19 - The Market of the Lost and Damned
Episode 19 - The party continues to fend off the forces of Zariel, who are in pursuit of their quarry, and Gwen meets an old enemy. Afterwards, the party makes some new acquaintances, and learn more of the scope of the events surrounding Elturel.
C2 E18 - A Race to the Wandering Emporium
Episode 18 - After resting, the party prepares to head to the Wandering Emporium. But along the way, a flying fortress and its pursuit of a single figure forces the party to intervene, and a frantic chase ensues.
C2 E17 - Zariel's Claws
Episode 17: The group presses on into the blizzard, lead by an infernal guide towards the lair of Nicozal, also known as 'Zariel's Claws'. With the souls of countless children on the line, the party prepares to make the jolly devil answer for his evil plans.
C2 E16 - When Hell Freezes Over
Episode 16: The group upgrades their vehicle, now named 'Lilith', at the Stygian Docks. Continuing on their journey, they encounter some unexpected weather, and learn of a devil's nefarious plans to corrupt the souls of children back in Faerun.
C2 E15 - Rolling in the River Styx
Episode 15: Having taken down Cruxar, the newly-minted group 'Blackstar' loots the spoils of the camp and interrogates the devils that surrendered. After celebrating their success, the group goes to the Stygian Docks, looking for a key part to Mad Maggie's machine.
C2 E14 - Blackstar vs. Rage Machine
Episode 14: With a plan to save Raggadragga's warband, the party travels to the warcamp of Cruxar Deathscream in the Spawning Trees. While half of the group enter stealthily, the other half challenges the fearsome Bone Devil to a Battle of the Bands.
C2 E13 - Raggadragga and the Bad Dragon
Episode 13: After learning about some more locations across Avernus from the flameskull Barnabas, the group heads out in their new vehicle. Back at the Temple of the Broken Prince, they encounter a strange individual named Raggadragga, who is being pursued by a violent and bloodthirsty warband.
C2 E12 - Old Regrets and New Wheels
C2 Episode 12: Resting at the Temple of the Broken Prince, Lux takes some time to acquaint themselves with their new motorcycle, 'Lucy', while Adriel has an honest discussion with Patina regarding his past mistakes. Afterwards, the party returns to Fort Knucklebone, where they are presented with a reward for their work, as well as a new task from Barnabas the flameskull.
C2 E11 - Kill Kyle
C2 Episode 11: With a singular mission, the cursed sword, Vilus Incarnatus, wants to be hilt-deep in the Broken Prince, nicknamed 'Kyle'. The group searches through the temple to activate all the glyphs and open the inner chamber so they can reach not only Kyle, but Ryos, one of Gwen's old enemies.
C2 E10 - The Temple of the Broken Prince
C2 Episode 10: After meeting with Maggie, the group travels to the Temple of the Broken Prince, where an old, long-dead enemy of Gwen has made his base. Within, they find a scene of carnage, a cursed sword, and a horrifying truth about the temple's true purpose.
C2 E9 - Fort Knucklebone
C2 Episode 9: After settling affairs in Elturel, the group glides down to the plains of Avernus below and make their way to Fort Knucklebone, owned by an eccentric old woman named Mad Maggie. Upon hearing that Lulu has forgotten a key piece of information that the party needs in their search for Zariel's sword, she makes them an offer that just might be exactly what they need.
C2 E8 - Visions from Above
C2 Episode 8: As the survivors begin the ritual to free Ulder Ravengard from his curse, a portal to the Abyss opens and demons pour out. The party fights alongside the Hellriders and the Flaming Fist to hold off the attackers, and as the ritual reaches a climax, an unexpected vision from the Heavens changes the course of the campaign - forever.
C2 E7 - Finding Ravengard
C2 Episode 7: Meeting with Gideon, a fallen priest of Lathander, the group makes a tenuous alliance with him while searching for the source of the demon invasion. With the help of Lucille, an unexpected ally, they explore the catacombs and find Ulder Ravengard, who is under the effects of a powerful and chaotic spell.
C2 E6 - Grand Cemetery
C2 Episode 6: With the survivors safely in High Hall, the party heads to the Grand Cemetery of Elturel to search for Ulder Ravengard and the Helm of Torm's Sight. However, a horde of undead leads to yet another mystery.
C2 E5 - The White Abishai
C2 Episode 5: After taking a rest with the survivors in High Hall, the party heads deeper into the catacombs beneath High Hall, where they encounter members of a sinister cult and a hulking devil.
C2 E4 - The Journey to High Hall
C2 Episode 4: Leaving Lux's family home, the group continues their trek to High Hall, hoping to find shelter, more survivors, and answers as to how the city might still be saved.
C2 E3 - A Beast on Torm's Blade
C2 Episode 3: Battling their way across the bridge, the party learns of the perilous side effects of Sorcha's lycanthropic transformations.
C2 E2 - Elturel in Flames
C2 Episode 2: The party searches for survivors as they begin to make their way to High Hall for safety, and deceptions abound as the full scope of the city's peril is revealed.
C2 E1 - Descent Into Avernus
C2 Episode 1: We start a new campaign in Elturel, where six individuals gather for the comeback performance of Lute Destroyers. However, the show is cut short by a calamity that plunges the city into chaos, and a group of strangers must learn to work together in order to survive. (Hey everyone! Just a quick note about the recording - something happened at 2:21:50, and unfortunately, about ten minutes of material was lost. The recording picks up again at 2:21:51, but during that time, here's what happened. - Lux entered the inn and looked around for their brother, Nox, before finding him at the back. The two siblings shared a reunion and a hug, before Lux tried to tell him something. However, as the performance of Lute Destroyers was about to start, Nox said that they could talk after the show. - Adriel entered the inn and sat down at a table. Patina, noticing the handsome young man, sent Cherry over to be cute, and Adriel was amused by the little bird. - Gwen, searching through the crates, found the coffee bag she was looking for - as well as a strange moving bag. Confused, she opened it, and a two foot long, golden-furred, flying elephant came out. The elephant thanked Gwen for freeing her, before asking who was in charge of the city. A baffled Gwen said she didn't know, and the elephant replied that she needed to find this person - because something terrible was about to happen to the city. - Finally, the proprietor of the inn, Kirog, introduced the Lute Destroyers, who came out and greeted the audience. And that's where the audio picks up once again.)
C1 E23 (FINALE) - The Slayers of Nightmares
C1 - Episode 23: The party faces Nasira aboard her airship, and the final battle of the campaign begins. [Note: Due to audio troubles, Ulla's audio is unfortunately missing from the recording. We apologize for the inconvenience, especially for the last session of the campaign.]
C1 E22 - Reflections and Rewards
C1 - Episode 22: The party is confronted by mirror images of themselves, which they must overcome if they wish to obtain the reward that waits at the end of the trials.
C1 E21 - The Path of Light
C1 - Episode 21: Entering a forgotten temple, the party investigates the Path of Light, and undertakes their trials in order to reach the final sanctum.
C1 E20 - Eye of the Storm
C1 - Episode 20: The party leaves the Greenfoot clan with two new crew members. Finally arriving at their destination, they venture through the veil of the storm, only to discover that their enemies already lie in wait.
C1 E19 - Scars of the Past
C1 - Episode 19: First a sinking ship, then a burning village - from one nightmare to the next, the party battles fears and traumas made manifest in order to save their friends.
C1 E18 - Dream Divers
C1 - Episode 18: Traveling back to the camp of the Greenfoot Clan, the party plans a celebration until they discover that the corruption of their friends is much more dire than they had believed. A ritual is quickly prepared by Kora and their mother, and the party falls into slumber as they prepare to face off against living nightmares.
C1 E17 - Nature's Wrath
C1 - Episode 17: In order to save Martin, the group faces off against the druid of the Boromar Clan, hellbent on getting revenge.
C1 E16 - Doomfang
C1 - Episode 16: Now reunited, the party attempts to interrupt a sacrifice and free Rustle Cloth. However, an appearance from a terrifying predator turns a rescue mission into a frantic escape.
C1 E15 - Ferocious Conflict
C1 - Episode 15: The group's reunion is interrupted by a pack of ferocious lizardfolk, and an ambush quickly turns into a heated battle.
C1 E14 - Welcome to the Jungle
C1 - Episode 14: In pursuit of lost party members, the airship lands as the group prepares to venture into a deep and perilous jungle.
C1 E13 - Sky Attack
C1 - Episode 13: While traveling through the skies, the party is ambushed by dinosaur-riding halflings who raid the ship.
C1 E12 - Flying High
C1 - Episode 12: After the chaotic escape from the party, secrets are revealed regarding the Bautista sisters' heritage and the villains that seek them out. With a destination ahead of them, the group begins the race against their unseen foes as feelings begin stirring amid members of the crew.
C1 E11 - Party Crashing
C1 - Episode 11: Tensions build as the party continues, no one knows who to trust and what will happen. And without warning, a chance encounter turns deadly as two of the party members fall into a trap and the gala explodes into chaos.
C1 E10 - Cold Feet Gala
C1 - Episode 10: The group get outfitted for the party, dressing to the nines for the engagement party of Shan and Nasira. Anxiety climbs as guests arrive, some of whom the members of the party are familiar with - including recent enemies and old flames.
C1 E9 - Zigrafor, Lord of Stardust
C1 - Episode 9: The party finally reaches the Spring Court, where they meet Zigrafor, Lord of Stardust, and enter negotiations to lift the curse from the village of Hendleberg.
C1 E8 - Deeper into the Feywild
C1 - Episode 8: Traveling through the Feywild, the party gets trapped in an illusory meadow, meets a troll with a love of secrets, and falls prey to a hag.
C1 E7 - Tricks and Feycake
C1 - Episode 7: Returning to the Raincallers' Guild with Holly, as well as a number of rescued creatures, the party rests before organizing a plan to venture into the Feywild and return the dryad to the Spring Court. However, the Feywild proves to be a beguiling and unpredictable place, with deadly perils lurking beneath a sweet exterior...
C1 E6 - To Rescue A Dryad
C1 - Episode 6: Disasters with potions ensue as the party ventures into the basement of the apothecary and the hidden base of the Red Hand Crew.
C1 E5 - The Search for the Red Hand Crew
C1 - Episode 5: The party investigates the city of Wroat, searching for leads on the Red Hand Crew. After learning of a new drug on the streets called Third Eye, they follow the trail back to a seemingly ordinary apothecary, which holds a great deal of secrets and peril.
C1 E4 - The Curse of Hendleberg
C1 - Episode 4: Arriving at the city of Wroat, the party follows Martin to meet his master, Shan D'Lyrandar, a nobleman who is grateful for the party's help. After a night of strange dreams and unsettling developments, they awaken to learn of a curse that has befallen the village of Hendleberg.
C1 E3 - Attack on the Lightning Rail
C1 - Episode 3: The party attempts to relax in the steerage car of the Lightning Rail, but are interrupted by an explosion and an attack of drones. After fending off the attack and meeting an unexpected ally, they brace themselves for a second assault as the train hurtles onward at breakneck speeds.
C1 E2 - An Escape From Sharn
C1 - Episode 2: After spending the night celebrating and recovering, the party decides to take the train in the morning after reporting back to the Boromar clan. However, while waiting for the train, they are confronted by a mysterious group, and a battle for the map ensues.
C1 E1 - Storehouse Raid
C1 - Episode 1: In the massive fantasy metropolis of Sharn, Khatara and Asha assemble a team to raid a Dusk storehouse for the Boromar clan. But plans change when the team finds an unexpected relic, and a simple job turns into a life-changing adventure.