Bug City Blues

Connor Boesch

Welcome to “Bug City Blues,” an actual play podcast following a group of street-level Shadowrunners as they get in way over their heads out in the streets of Chicago. Join our talented cast as they navigate the treacherous underbelly of a corrupt metropolis ruled by mega-corporations and gang affiliations alike. Immerse yourself in a neo-noir narrative filled with thrilling missions, high-stakes heists, and haunting secrets. Listen as our runners confront ruthless corporate agents, rival factions, and the enigmatic forces that dwell in the shadows, all while struggling to survive in a city on the brink of chaos. Discover the intense camaraderie, unexpected alliances, and heart-pounding dangers that shape the lives of our crew. Will they emerge triumph or fall prey to the unforgiving nature of their world?

Alex is Pancetta

Chris is Lester Moore

Clinton is River Bear

Nathan is Lockdown

Nikole is Moira Goldleaf

and Connor is the game master.

Join the discussion on Discord - https://discord.gg/5gJDB4QXJ

Check out my other show Clinton’s Core Classics: a Rise of the Runelords First-Edition Actual-Play Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/7zd2gvOpVsnX2rPJhsg0ff?si=66ce9aad8a384da9

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Session Zero: Sixth World Primer
Aug 11 2023
Session Zero: Sixth World Primer
Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/5gJDB4QXJ Hoi Chummer! So glad you could make it. Just a quick note, this episode is specifically a little different than the rest. If you’ve never heard of a Shadowrun or are just getting started this episode is designed to help hold your hand as we cover the history of the sixth world as well as define some commonly seen terms and lingo. So sit back and relax while we talk about the team, the world, and what we hope to see come from the project. Prepare for an unforgettable ride through the dark heart of a city that could eat you alive. Welcome to “Bug City Blues,” the podcast that explores the limits of humanity and the raw reality of street-level runners in the Sixth World. Dreamer by Hazy https://soundcloud.com/hazy_music Forgotten by Auroroa B. Polaris https://soundcloud.com/auroraborealis Onycs by Eden https://soundcloud.com/onycsmusic Space Elves by Lobo Loco https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Lobo_Loco/Alien_Meetings/Space_Elves_ID_710 Beauty Flow by Kevin Macleod Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Timewarp by Unroyalty Note: Unroyalty shut down :( The Topps Company, Inc. has sole ownership of the names, logo, artwork, marks, photographs, sounds, audio, video and/or any proprietary material used in connection with the game Shadowrun. The Topps Company, Inc. has granted permission to Bug City Blues to use such names, logos, artwork, marks and/or any proprietary materials for promotional and informational purposes on its website but does not endorse, and is not affiliated with Bug City Blues in any official capacity whatsoever.
The Magician
Sep 15 2023
The Magician
In the midst of blaring alarms and a ticking timer, our intrepid heroes face a daunting challenge – grab the crucial data and skedaddle before the heat arrives. The rival gang lurking in the shadows is determined to thwart their mission, unleashing malicious lines of code, spectacular bursts of arcane magic, and some good ol’ fashioned muscle. It’s a showdown where survival hinges on skill, wit, and a dash to the restroom for poor Lester. Can our heroes outwit their adversaries? Will bladder control triumph over bravado? And can someone please remind the team that they’re not in a sound effects competition? Tune in now for a thrilling and bladder-clenching episode! Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/rbazggX8J Music Credits: Reign Supreme Dama-May Urban Gauntlet District Four Stay the Course River of Io Thinking Music By Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 The Topps Company, Inc. has sole ownership of the names, logo, artwork, marks, photographs, sounds, audio, video and/or any proprietary material used in connection with the game Shadowrun. The Topps Company, Inc. has granted permission to Bug City Blues to use such names, logos, artwork, marks and/or any proprietary materials for promotional and informational purposes on its website but does not endorse, and is not affiliated with Bug City Blues in any official capacity whatsoever.
The Emperor
4d ago
The Emperor
The gang finishes their first job and heads their separate ways. The world reacts to their actions, and in turn they prepare how to best spend that well earned nuyen and karma. For most of them, this means crawling into bed as soon as possible! Later, the crew gets together and discusses how best to refine their skills. Lester experiences post-run clairty. Pancetta wants to spend time with the crew. Lockdown keeps tabs on the team. River Bear checks in and is checked out. Mo has a cactus. Interested to see what trouble our crew can get into next? Tune in to find out now! Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/TXa6xCMfky Music Credits: Ultralounge Neon Laser Daily Beetle Kumasi Groove Accralate Chill Wave Hard Boiled By Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) 8bit Music for Game by annoyedCactus (https://freesound.org/s/455017/) Special thanks to Aroah for his voice acting talents! Aroah.website Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 The Topps Company, Inc. has sole ownership of the names, logo, artwork, marks, photographs, sounds, audio, video and/or any proprietary material used in connection with the game Shadowrun. The Topps Company, Inc. has granted permission to Bug City Blues to use such names, logos, artwork, marks and/or any proprietary materials for promotional and informational purposes on its website but does not endorse, and is not affiliated with Bug City Blues in any official capacity whatsoever.