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Rated RPG Podcast

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Join the heroic Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade on their quest to save a city from eternal damnation! The Rated RPG Podcast gathers five midwestern entertainers who share decades of friendship and a love of Dungeons & Dragons. We welcome you into our Dungeons & Dragons escape pod, and hope you enjoy your time with us.
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Episode 77 - No Spoilers
Episode 77 - No Spoilers
May 13 2022
22 mins
Episode 77 - No Spoilers
Episode 77 - No Spoilers
This Episode of the Rated RPG Podcast Contains NO BATMAN SPOILERS*  But it does contain spoiled undead creatures which seek to destroy the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade! Check out the new Rated RPG website: https://ratedrpgpodcast.com/ You can access every episode of the podcast there, as well as support Rated RPG by buying us shots for our upcoming livestream (or by joining our Patreon). Join us in our next Rated RPG livestream on Saturday, May 28th, 2022! We'll start the show at noon central US time with a dungeon pizza, some D&D Mad Libs, and a casual chat - and then at 1pm CST, we'll dive back in where we left off at the end of this episode.  We're still on Twitter, and we still post there a couple of times a week: twitter.com/ratedrpgpodcast *Unless you didn't know that Catwoman and The Penguin appear in The Batman, starring Robert Pattinson. If that turns out to be something you didn't know, and knowing it spoils the film for you, we are deeply sorry.
May 13 2022
22 mins
Episode 76 - Glubjeg Has Had Enough!
Episode 76 - Glubjeg Has Had Enough!
Kids can sometimes test their grown-ups. Maybe it's a grandmother who has had a long day and is just about through with her grandkids whining. Or perhaps it's a parent who catches their teenager sneaking in when they were supposed to be home two hours earlier. Or, in the case of this episode of the Rated RPG Podcast, it's a grouchy bugbear who is JUST TRYING TO CAST A DAMN SPELL BUT THERE'S AN ANNOYING HALFLING IN HIS HEAD! We couldn't make Rated RPG if it wasn't for support from folks like you. Become a monthly supporter of Rated RPG via Patreon, and you'll be invited to create and NPC, location, and (at the $15/month level) ADVENTURE HOOKS for our Season Two. Patreon.com/ratedrpg  For updates, polls, and other immediate communications, follow Rated RPG on Twitter Our next livestream is Saturday, May 28th. We'll start the stream at noon central time - and will order Dungeon Pizza, play Dungeons & Dragons Mad Libs, and have a casual chit chat with you until 1pm, when we resume playing Descent Into Avernus. Join us on Twitch!
May 6 2022
36 mins
Episode 75 - Creepy Crypto Bros
Episode 75 - Creepy Crypto Bros
The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade inch closer to the conclusion of their adventures in hell, but their survival is not guaranteed. If there's one lesson they should have learned by now... NEVER SPLIT THE PARTY.   Thank you for your patience as this episode was a long time coming! We have our next livestream set for Saturday, May 28th at 1pm Central Time. Twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps Would you like to be a part of our fan-brewed Season Two of Rated RPG? Would you like to create an NPC and Location for use in our next adventure? How about supplying us with Adventure Hooks? That's what we're doing, and if you're a Patreon supporter, you'll be included in the preparations and planning ahead. Join now at $5/month or $15/month and help us create a wonderful new campaign! Patreon.com/ratedrpg Follow us on Twitter for updates and posts about all things Rated RPG! Twitter.com/ratedrpgpodcast
Apr 28 2022
1 hr 18 mins
Episode 74 - Impin’ Ain’t Easy
Episode 74 - Impin’ Ain’t Easy
In this episode, the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade has a chit chat with Bel, the former ruler of Avernus. You know you've arrived when one of the most powerful entities in hell doesn't just kill you for fun.  Our next livestream is scheduled for Friday, April 15th at 7pm Central. Twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps Support Rated RPG and you can help create our next adventure! Patreon.com/ratedrpg Follow Rated RPG on Twitter for updates and announcements about the show: https://twitter.com/ratedrpgpodcast
Apr 8 2022
1 hr 7 mins
Episode 73 - Level 10... IN HELL!
Episode 73 - Level 10... IN HELL!
We start this episode with a short announcement about plans for our NEXT adventure. We're pretty excited about creating a Fan-Brew world, and we explain how you can get in on it. The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade levels up to start Episode 73 - and they're gonna need the boost. With a letter of introduction in hand, the party heads to a volcano fortress to speak with the Archduke of Hell, Bel. Bel lost his job as CEO of Avernus to Zariel, so there's no love lost between them. But can the party work out a deal with the big man without screwing the whole thing up? Support Rated RPG with a monthly donation and you'll be forever in our hearts! https://www.patreon.com/ratedrpg Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ratedrpgpodcast We don't yet have a date locked in for our April livestream, but we'll keep you posted!
Apr 1 2022
57 mins
Episode 72 - Princess Covid
Episode 72 - Princess Covid
The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade dropped a freakin' dinosaur on half of Princeps Kovic's army of devils, but the warlord is far from finished in the fight. Even though they seem to be holding their own, the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade has proven time and time again (yellow mold tapestry, mummy rot, fire tornado...) that bad luck and questionable choices can be their undoing. Join us for our next livestream - Saturday, March 19th at 5pm central US time. http://twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps  Patrons of Rated RPG will play a big part in our next adventures! Join today! https://www.patreon.com/ratedrpg Follow us on Twitter for updates and announcements about Rated RPG: https://twitter.com/ratedrpgpodcast
Mar 17 2022
1 hr 20 mins
Episode 71 - Return to Jur-Rayce-ic Park
Episode 71 - Return to Jur-Rayce-ic Park
"I'm gonna get stupid. I'm gonna get real stupid." - Deon Green, "Rayce the Roaster" The next Rated RPG livestream is coming on Saturday, March 19th at 5pm central US time. During our next livestream, we will spill the beans on what we've got planned for after Descent Into Avernus. http://twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps  Our Patreon supporters and livestream donators have a huge role in us creating Rated RPG. Your generosity convinced us to continue Rated RPG. Seriously. The expenses continue for podcast hosting, as well as new materials and new costs to continue into the future. If you decide to become a patron, please know that no matter what level you pledge your support, it helps immensely! https://www.patreon.com/ratedrpg Finally, we don't post a bunch, but Twitter is our go-to social media for updates about the livestream, podcast, and more. We post a few short threads when they're warranted, but we keep our tweeting to a minimum otherwise. https://twitter.com/ratedrpgpodcast
Mar 12 2022
1 hr 3 mins
Episode 70 - Loose Ends and Good Deeds
Episode 70 - Loose Ends and Good Deeds
The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade may be in the midst of some questionable choices, but who has time for self-examination these days? The guys keep their eyes on the prize (saving Elturel and scoring a sweet Baldur's Gate mansion) as they wrap up some loose ends. Our next livestream happens tomorrow (Sat. Feb 26th at noon central US time): http://twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps  Follow Rated RPG on Twitter for updates and communication about all things Rated RPG: https://twitter.com/ratedrpgpodcast Support Rated RPG so they can keep improving the show: https://www.patreon.com/ratedrpg
Feb 25 2022
45 mins
Episode 69 - Arkhan the Cruel
Episode 69 - Arkhan the Cruel
On their quest to restore a titan to it's previous form, the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade must confront the most powerful being they have yet to meet in Avernus. The legendary Magic Mike actor and D&D enthusiast, Joe Mangeniello*. Our next livestream happens on Saturday, Feb 26th at noon central time: http://twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps  Follow Rated RPG on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ratedrpgpodcast Thank you for supporting Rated RPG with your ears, and if you'd like to support the show with your money, you can do so via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ratedrpg *Joe Mangeniello does not actually appear in this episode of the Rated RPG podcast.
Feb 18 2022
40 mins
Episode 68 - Into the Moral Gray
Episode 68 - Into the Moral Gray
In Dungeons & Dragons, your characters will be faced with many decisions. Do you align yourself with an evil person as a means to rid the world of a greater evil? What if your actions will result in bad things happening to innocent people? Where do you draw the line between good and evil?  In this episode of the Rated RPG Podcast, the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade find themselves facing choices that could have huge implications later on. Support Rated RPG and the lovely humans who create it: https://www.patreon.com/ratedrpg Our next livestream is Saturday, Feb. 26th at noon central: http://twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps  Follow Rated RPG on Twitter to stay up to date on announcements and opportunities to be a part of Rated RPG: https://twitter.com/ratedrpgpodcast
Feb 11 2022
35 mins
Episode 67 - Gotta Get That Blood
Episode 67 - Gotta Get That Blood
The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade have been hard at work in Avernus, trying to save the city of Elturel from eternal damnation. Along the way they found a unicorn trapped in a demon zapper - and a Dao who wanted out of her contract - and a hag who needed a bath... As they're crossing things off their to-do list, the stakes are getting higher and the side quests more dangerous. Our next livestream is Saturday, Feb 26th at noon central. Join us at twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps Your support of Rated RPG can help us with equipment upgrades and replacement, helps us pay for food and beverages upon our return to "in-person gaming" and helps offset the time costs of editing the podcast. If you become a patron, you'll be thanked from the bottoms of our hearts! patreon.com/ratedrpg Follow us on Twitter for updates about our podcast and livestream, as well as the occasional meme about bards and bugbears. twitter.com/ratedrpgpodcast
Feb 4 2022
58 mins
Episode 66 - A Hag’s Home is Her Hovel
Episode 66 - A Hag’s Home is Her Hovel
The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade have found themselves working home security for a hag named Red Ruth - but things have been a bit dicey since some undead creatures showed up looking for trouble.. If the GPB can defend this fetid fort, the hag has promised a useful secret.  This episode catches you up to real-time for the January 29th, 2022 livestream. Taking place at noon central time. twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps We are very grateful for every bit of support that comes our way. We've made a number of notable improvements to the show since we began - and it's thanks to that support.  If you'd like to share a bit of scratch with us, you can do so at patreon.com/ratedrpg  Follow Rated RPG on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ratedrpgpodcast
Jan 22 2022
39 mins
Episode 65 - Screaming Trees
Episode 65 - Screaming Trees
Who doesn't love the psychedelic grunge sounds of Washington's very own Screaming Trees? With the gritty yet supple vocals of Mark Lanegan, the Screaming Trees was arguably one of the tastiest flavors of the early 90's scene. Unfortunately, they broke up over 20 years ago - and while Lanegan's solo work has (in this author's opinion) far eclipsed his hits with the Connor brothers, neither he nor the rest of the band appears in this episode of Rated RPG. Instead, the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade housesit for a hag and fight off some unwanted guests. Follow Rated RPG on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ratedrpgpodcast Support Rated RPG through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ratedrpg The next livestream happens at noon CT on Saturday, Jan. 29th. Join us! http://twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps
Jan 14 2022
39 mins
Episode 64 - Burney the Barber
Episode 64 - Burney the Barber
The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade comes in hot with all kinds of difficult feelings they need to sort out. There's a good chance they'll do something they'll regret, but that's on brand. Our next livestream happens on Saturday, January 29th at noon Central time. http://twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps  Become a supporter of Rated RPG and we'll be very thankful for it! https://www.patreon.com/ratedrpg
Jan 7 2022
35 mins
Episode 63 - That Firbolg is a Fun Guy
Episode 63 - That Firbolg is a Fun Guy
On their side quest smorgasbord, The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade returns to the Wandering Emporium to secure one (1) basic bath for the filthy hag, Red Ruth. They meet a Firbolg and do some shopping in his hole. Dhababbi (and the Aaron who plays him) get drunk and Glubjeg behaves like a grumpy toddler whose mother has taken shopping for clothes all afternoon. Our next livestream is Saturday, January 29th at noon central time. Be with us in that special livestream way! twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps We'll be mailing out stickers soon to all our Patreon supporters (when we hit 40 and again when we hit 50 patreon supporters), so there's never a better time to do it. patreon.com/ratedrpg
Dec 30 2021
1 hr 2 mins
Episode 62 - The Flatulent Paladin
Episode 62 - The Flatulent Paladin
In this episode, the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade throws everything they've got at the horned devil, Bitter Breath, and his hobgoblin war party. Will it be enough? Can a T-Rex tip the battle in their favor? How about that evil shield? What happened to the rats?! Our next livestream is Friday, December 17th - you're all caught up and we hope you can join us! twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps Your support can make a big difference for our little livestream and podcast. The investments we've made so far are because of patron contributions! Patreon.com/RatedRPG
Dec 8 2021
53 mins
Episode 61 - Welcome to Jur-Rayce-ic Park
Episode 61 - Welcome to Jur-Rayce-ic Park
"Our halfling was so preoccupied with whether or not they could, that they didn't stop to think if they should." In this episode, the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade gets tactical and attempts to throw down on an Avernus warlord and his army of hobgoblin minions. There's some great combat twists and turns, and probably some moments where the guys really overestimated themselves.  Our next livestream session is Friday, December 17th at 7pm Central Time. Join us for an especially festive time! Twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps If your year has been made more enjoyable by Rated RPG, the feelings are mutual. This show has strengthened our friendships and connection to one another, while giving us something to look forward to each month. We couldn't have kept improving it without your help. We've got several tiers at which you can support us in Patreon, and each has its benefits (like entries into livestream drawings and more) should you choose to do so: patreon.com/ratedrpg
Nov 30 2021
45 mins
Episode 60 - The Horny Devil
Episode 60 - The Horny Devil
After stumbling across a down-on-his-luck Smiler the Defiler, the Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade make a deal with him. They'll help him take down the three wasteland warlords who kicked his butt, in exchange for whatever soul coins they loot off the bodies (minus 20 percent, Smiler's finders fee). First up, a horned devil named Bitter Breath... Thanks to everyone who has helped get us to episode 60! Through sharing it with friends, donating Twitch subs, and Patreon donations, every bit has gone a long way to upgrade equipment and improve our look and sound. Thank you! Patreon: http://patreon.com/ratedrpg
Nov 17 2021
1 hr 18 mins
Episode 59 - Seriously, We Need Soul Coins!
Episode 59 - Seriously, We Need Soul Coins!
The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade is broke, not a single soul coin among them. Thankfully they've got marketable skills and there's no shortage of dirty deeds to be done in Avernus, so the guys field a few offers and add to their series of side quests. Join us this Saturday, Nov. 13th at 5pm central for our next livestream: twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps You can support Rated RPG via Patreon: Patreon.com/ratedrpg Follow us on Twitter: @ratedrpgpodcast
Nov 10 2021
57 mins
Episode 58 - Shamble On
Episode 58 - Shamble On
The Gorgeous Phoenix Brigade is trying to save Elturel from eternal damnation, but to do that they need soul coins to power their infernal dune buggy and murdercycle. They can get soul coins if they free a Dao from her contract with Zariel, but to do that, they need to ask someone named Red Ruth how to do it. To find Red Ruth, they need to look within a maze-like murder forest... And so that's where they find themselves in this episode. One more episode of the podcast before our next livestream on Saturday, November 13th at 5pm Central.  twitch.tv/gamesocietypimps If you'd like to become a financial supporter of Rated RPG, we would sincerely appreciate it! We've made tech/set improvements to the show, and are looking to make more. patreon.com/ratedrpg
Nov 2 2021
1 hr 25 mins