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Micky, Em, Kris, and Grahame sit around the campfire for one last evening to talk about where their characters go next. ----This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Lumen Essence (they/them), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir).We are playing Sleepaway by Jay Dragon and Possum Creek Studios, with elements fro…
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Campfire 20: Rust Goes with Everything
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The Counselors regroup, and consider their next course of action. Shawn makes a decision, Jett has doubts, Sabrina makes a stand, Lumin makes an entrance. Then it is time to face the Lindworm.Por The Role Less Taken
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Head up: Next Campfire Episode Delayed (Announcement)
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The next episode of Campfire is delayed while I finish editing it. Life just got in the way, but it's been recorded. We're also coming up on our Finale. So if you have questions about the Campfire Arc, feel free to email those to TheRoleLessTaken@gmail.com I also mentioned The Itch.io Creator Day bundle: https://itch.io/b/1500/july-creator-day-bund…
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Campfire 19: A Real Freak for Teeth
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Divided in the Forest, the Counselors make new alliances, meet old enemies, and resolve old friendships.----CW: Abortion mention/Recent events (first minute of the episode)We also mention the following resources:National Network of Abortion Funds (NNAF): https://donate.abortionfunds.org/give/324729/#!/donation/checkoutItch.io Bundle for Abortion Ri…
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Campfire 18: A More Interesting Answer
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While Sabrina finishes filling Lucinda in on Sid's fate, the remaining kids wander off into the woods to investigate some extremely cool music. The Camp Counselors take off after them, but when Jett is separated from the group, xe must make a difficult choice.---- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Lumen Essence (they/them…
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Armed with the Moths, and a story, the Camp Counselors return to the Hellbender Queen to bargain for the power to combat the Lindworm. Sabrina tells Lucinda the truth of what happened to Sid.Por The Role Less Taken
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Backroads Special!! - TRLT: Glass House - Lincoln’s Beard!
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Four scavengers pick through the ruins of St. Louis' tangle, trying to find a legendary plant whose beans make an excellent morning pick-me-up. Along the way, the party gets split up. While Blade and Finn continue on the mission, Indie and Muggsy have to search for Roger, Indie's cat. Features Asa (he/him) and Alex (he/him) of Backwater games, as w…
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Campfire 16: This is Not a Good Place for Children
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The Wolves hunt. They strike. They take. They leave. The Counselors deal with the aftermath. The Lindworm watches from somewhere nearby.Por The Role Less Taken
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What should have been an easy A in the geology course gets weird when the Professor drops an unexpected field trip on the class. Classmates Cassidy (she/her) and Brick (he/him) get a very hands-on education when a sinkhole places them in a tunnel, where they begin To Change.Por The Role Less Taken
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Campfire 15: Do You Want to Just Hang Out, or Something?
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Sabrina, Jett, and Shawn have a run-in with the Lindworm. Sabrina loses her cool, Jett leads a spell, and Shawn invites a new friend to hang out.--This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir).We are playing Sleepaway by Jay Dragon and Possum Creek Studio…
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Campfire 14: Have You Tried More Trauma?
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Returning to the Camp, Sabrina checks in with the remaining campers, who she finds in a daze on the beach. Jett and Shawn are distracted by the oncoming storm.--This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame.We are playing Sleepaway by Jay Dragon and Possum Creek Studios, …
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Campfire 13: We’ve Got Some Teeth, Unfortunately
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Jett guides Sabrina and Shawn into the Underhill King's chambers, where they bargain for information. The group then seeks an audience with the Hellbender Queen, and has to make more deals. --This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir).We are playing Sl…
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Campfire 12: One Direction Memorial Tunnel
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Reunited with a strange version of Jett, Achille is at the end of their rope. Shawn tries to help Jett remember, and Sabrina has some questions for an old acquaintance.-- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir).We are playing Sleepaway by Jay Dragon…
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Having reached the Well, the remaining counselors need to figure out what to do next. More truths and secrets come out, some strange stones reveal themselves, but in the end, they must climb down.--This episode features the 'Down the Abandoned Well' Ritual for Sleepaway from WhatNames Games on Itch. For more of their work, visit whatnames.itch.io (…
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Campfire 10: Is This According to OSHA Standards?
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Achille's violent run-in with the Biggest Lindworm Skeptic, Tad, is interrupted by a tree bleeding onto the campers. Sean has a strange moment in the forest, but it's Sabrina who reveals a secret she can't run from anymore.--This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame.W…
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Campfire 9: Three Traumatized People Yelling at Birds
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While Shawn tries to get some sense from a trio of cryptic avian oracles, Achille’s grief takes on new forms. Sabrina and the rest of the counselors make a decision about the safety of the campers. Someone gets sauced.Por The Role Less Taken
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Campfire 8: Nothing Bad has Ever Happened on this Boat
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Packing lanterns, snacks, and a tactical shovel, the counselors head out to find out what Alphonse was burying.Por The Role Less Taken
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Campfire 7: Better than a Fortune Cookie
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After an all-around terrible day, the campers and the counselors sit down for a calm evening of marshmallows, hot dogs, "music" and cryptic puzzles involving ghostly rabbits.--This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir).We are playing Sleepaway by Jay D…
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Campfire 6: For those playing along at home
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Achille and Shawn try their hands at magic, while Zack sneaks off to find his new, icy friend. When Sabrina goes looking for the absent camper, she runs into someone from outside the Camp.--This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir).We are playing Slee…
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The morning of Sports Day, Achille opens up to Jett by the lake. Zach goes to find out where the bone came from. The Lindworm's latest attack splits the party--and the camp itself. --This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir).We are playing Sleepaway b…
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Moonlight over Roseville Beach Special: Wingman
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Moonlight over Roseville Beach is Kickstarting This Week! You can also check out the Quickstart Guide, played in this episode.---When both a locally famous drag queen and Emery's co-worker (definitely not a crush, though...) don't show up for work, the shapeshifting gardener Ash and fresh-faced bartender Emery go to investigate, and find that stran…
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Era of Silence Special - Part 2: An Immaculate Conception!
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Era of Silence is Kickstarting This Month! For more information on the game, visit the Shrike Tabletop website.---After a trip to the car dealership for a "high-class, long-term rental", Remy finds themself on a train to parenthood. Aton, Oscar, and Vant get to work on The Perfect Crime (we hope).---Featuring: Robin as the GMEm as AtonMicky as Remy…
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Era of Silence Special - Part 1: 10 Minutes to Northpoint Station
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Two priests, an assassin, and a mushroom walk into a radio studio... Stop me if you‘ve heard this one before.Por The Role Less Taken
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Achille finds themself in a conflagration of sorts, then tries to find a way back to Camp, while the Jett, Sabrina, and Shawn continue their search along the Sneaking Path.--This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir).We are playing Sleepaway by Jay Dra…
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Campfire 3: One Ominous-Ass Tree
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With Achille missing, the rest of the Counselors have to deal with uncomfortable questions, insidious rumors, and a weird trick of the light, and Jett's rescue plan. Shawn makes an aphorism even the himbo gets.Also: Forest Quick Tips!----This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), …
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After a hearty morning of nature lessons, tree climbing, and a camp-wide scavenger hunt, two kids are missing. Jett and Shawn go searching on the lake, while Sabrina and Achille search the forest. Audio Note: We have some technical difficulties with the audio in this one, but work it into the story.--This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/the…
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Campfire 1: But what does your respect get me?
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As the Camp Counselors settle in Jett tells a ghost story, which is a prelude to a revelation. Sabrina helps a reluctant (and loud) camper disentangle from their parents, while Shawn supervises. Achille invents a contest, and cleans a femur(?).--This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Achille (any pronouns), Kris as Sabrina (sh…
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World of Wyldrvir: Waiting for a Train
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While waiting for their train, travelers Ember and fiVe are accosted by a roguish teenager, and dragged into an archery contest. Neither of them really know about archery.--In today's episode, we play World of Wyldrvir with Bee and Micky. For more info on Wyldrvir, see the game's website: https://worldofwyldrvir.carrd.co/Cover image by Micky. Sound…
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Roulette 24: Some things are wrong and everyone is mean
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Note: This is the last-recorded episode of Roulette, but it is not the finale. More info in the intro, but we're bogged down with scheduling issues. We are posting this, and a one-shot, and then starting a new campaign with a new group.(Also, we had Audio problems with Megan's audio for the first 20 minutes, but I assure you she was hilarious in th…
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We're experiencing some scheduling issues, but are committed to getting the final few episodes of Roulette out. We're currently working on the next one, and we'll announce on Social Media when we've got a release date. Also, US friends, don't forget to register to vote and make a plan to vote safely.…
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Roulette 23: Open Your Mind to See the Meat
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The world is changed...I feel it in the meat. I feel it in the meat. I smell it...in the meat.--Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/Theme music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by Tom. Some sound effects from FreeSound.org, additional music from GameDevMarket.For mor…
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Bear's still pissed. The group learns how to google.--Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by TomFor more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook page.Or, follow us on Instagram @therolelesstaken, Twitter @rolelessta…
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Roulette 21: A Wrecked Train (After ‘Pocalypse)
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The gang solve the age old riddle "How do you crash a train that's already stopped?" and the crowbar reaches the end of its character arc. --Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by TomFor more information about the show, visit us…
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Roulette 20: When Doors Do and Do Not Exist
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Down the hatch! Board the train! Ride the rails! Fight the murder lizards! Pretty sure this is a Kenny Rogers song.--Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by TomFor more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook page.Or…
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Roulette 19: Yo, Dude, What the Hell?
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Our intrepid gang of dudes (gender neutral) starts to unravel family secrets through the clever use of an involuntary, shared, fever-nightmare. --Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by TomFor more information about the show, vis…
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Roulette 18: I Hate Everything About This Place
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The Dufrense sisters are reunited under totally normal Dufresne family circumstances. Ross eats a sleeve of saltines. --Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by TomFor more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook page…
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On the road again! Nothing brings a group of friends together like a roap trip. And neon green murder lizards. --Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by TomFor more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook page.Or, fo…
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BONUS Monster Care Squad Special: Homestead - Part 2
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The Failteam prepares for a close encounter of the chompy-chompy kind. -- Check Out Monster Care Squad on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sandypuggames/monster-care-squadFor more information on the organizations highlighted in this episode, visit: https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/#bail--Game System: Monster Care Squad by Sandy P…
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BONUS Monster Care Squad Special: Homestead - Part 1
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Dr. Homestead sends his 'Failteam' to the town of Whalecrest to investigate some earthquakes. Possibly to help save a monster, or just to waste their time. -- Check Out Monster Care Squad on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sandypuggames/monster-care-squadFor more information on the organizations highlighted in this episode, visit:…
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Roulette 16: The Drugs are Greener on the Other Side of the Fence
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Ross, Bear, Lemon, and Finch orchestrate a business takeover using hostility and Spam. --Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by TomFor more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook page.Or, follow us on Instagram @th…
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Bear does all her own stunts.--Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by TomFor more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook page.Or, follow us on Instagram @therolelesstaken, Twitter @rolelesstaken, or at https://ther…
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A bad decision a day keeps the doctor pretty much constantly in your life.--Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by TomFor more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook page.Or, follow us on Instagram @therolelesstake…
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Roulette 13: This Was Supposed to be Fun
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The interrogation of Lemon, part II. Featuring familiar, but different, interrogators, and a crowbar. --Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by TomFor more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook page.Or, follow us o…
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Bear and Ross execute a rescue mission while Finch executes a stranger. Lemon interrogates her interrogators. --Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by TomFor more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook page.Or, fol…
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Roulette 11: The Littlest Plague Doctor
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What a lovely day for a walk through the shadowy realm of the pyschic between!--Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by TomFor more information about the show, visit us at our Facebook page.Or, follow us on Instagram @theroleless…
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Podcast Review Day (#PodRevDay) is a monthly event that encourages fans and listeners of podcasts to take a moment to review their favorite podcasts on their platforms of choice. As we continue to make space for People of Color and Black people in podcasting, we recommend looking into the podcasts and resources listed in this promo: Podcasts In Col…
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This week, The Role Less Taken is taking a pause to recognize the clusterfuck that is our justice system and our country. If you have the means, and feel so moved, consider supporting the following organizations: George Floyd Memorial Fund, Minnesota Freedom Fund, Black Visions Collective, Reclaim the Block, Unicorn Riot, Campaign Zero, National Ba…
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Announcement: This Episode brought to you by Technical Difficulties. We will have our regularly scheduled chaos up and running for next week. In the meantime, let's go to space for five minutes.Captain Weston Bywater, of the Scout Ship Emissary, visits three uncharted planets and investigates anomalies. Cards drawn for these episodes: 8 of Hearts, …
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Roulette 10: He Buttles, He Doesn't Serve
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Schedule for the day: Wake up. Breakfast. Catch up with friends. Light murder. Cook some drugs. End the day with inter-dimensional travel?--Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by TomFor more information about the show, visit us …
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Roulette 9: This Benevolence Will Not Last
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The lives of our protagonists are greatly improved by the reception of love letters from above. Did I say improved? I meant SIGNIFICANTLY WORSENED IN CRUEL AND UNUSUAL WAYS.--Game System: Apocalypse World by D. Vincent Baker, Meguey Baker, http://apocalypse-world.com/Music for this campaign by Megan, cover photo by Peri, lettering by TomFor more in…
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