Almost Bedtime Theater

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In this episode, we review and play the RPG Precious Things.

• 06:57 - Actual play

Precious Things was written by Lucas Zellers, with layout and illustrations by Emily Entner. It is available through Itch.io.

Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic. Their piece “Busy Tavern” was used in this episode.

The following tracks were also used and are by Michael Ghelfi Studios https://michaelghelfistudios.com/

• Cleric (Short Themes Collection Vol 1)

How to reach us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Social Media Links: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout.

In this episode, we review and play the RPG Sprinkles is Missing!

• 05:19– Actual play

Sprinkles is Missing! was created by M. Allen Hall. You can purchase the game at the sites below and a variety of other online shops. You can find the creator on Instagram and Threads as @m_allen_hall.

• Itch.io
• DriveThruRPG
• MAllenHall.com
• Indie Press Revolution

How to reach us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Social Media Links: bio.link/AlmostBedtimeTheater

Other TTRPG content referenced in this episode include:

• Stories RPG - a family-friendly RPG actual play podcast

Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic.

A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout.

In this episode, we review and play the RPG Dragon Dowser.

• 04:51 – Actual play

Dragon Dowser was created by Hatchlings Games.  You can purchase the game through itch.io and they will be launching a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter: Dragon Dowser by Hatchlings — Kickstarter

You can also reach them via @HatchlingDM on Twitter.

How to reach us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Twitter: @AlmostBedtime
• Instagram: @Almost_Bedtime_Theater

Other TTRPG content referenced in this episode include:

• TTRPGkids.com review of The Librarian’s Apprentice, an all-ages solo journaling game
  • TTRPGkids.com

Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic.

We also used music by Filip Melvan of Michael Ghelfi Studios. You can find their content on YouTube and on Patreon at patreon.com/MichaelGhelfi. 

Music

• Lights of Ulhannar
• Broken Lutes and Rusty Daggers

A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout.

In this episode, we discuss and play The Fae Team, which was created by one of the co-hosts of this show: Dan Bronson-Lowe.

• 04:05 – Actual play

You can find more information and purchase the game at itch.io:

• Itch.io

The Fae Team is a hack of Lasers and Feelings, an RPG by John Harper (John Harper - itch.io).

You can find us on Twitter as @almostbedtime or email us at [email protected].

Our intro and outro themes are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic.  This episode also features his piece “March Through Wildwood.”

We also used “Asian Feywild (Enchanged, No River)” by Michael Ghelfi Studios. You can find their content on YouTube and on Patreon at patreon.com/MichaelGhelfi. 

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A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout.

In this episode, we review and play the adventure “Skellian: A Land of Tricks and Treats.”

• 00:16 – Intro
• 00:40 – Adventure review
• 05:04 – Actual play

Skellian is the work of Stephanie Campbell of TTRPGkids.com.  You can find more information and purchase the game through itch.io.  You can also find Stephanie on Twitter as @TTRPGkids.

How to reach us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Twitter: @AlmostBedtime

Other TTRPG content referenced in this episode include:

• Glyfi Scouts, available at itch.io
• Sodalitas, available at itch.io

Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic.

We also used ambient soundtracks and music by Michael Ghelf Studios. You can find their content on YouTube and on Patreon at patreon.com/MichaelGhelfi. 

Ambient Soundtracks

• Ship Interior
• Haunted Mansion Livingroom (Quiet fire)
• Haunted Forest
• Open and Close Evil Book SFX

Music

• Ruins of Calcheron
• Broken Lutes and Rusty Daggers

A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout.

 In this episode, we review and play the game “Banda’s Grove.”

•  00:10 – Intro and announcements
•  01:11 – Game review
•  08:28 – Actual play

 Banda’s Grove is the work of Pandion Games.  You can find more information and purchase the game through itch.io.  You can also find the creators on Twitter as @PandionGames.

 We are running a contest for a free printed copy and electronic copy Stacks of Goblins by CobblePath Games.  To be entered in the drawing, email or tweet us with a question, comment, or suggestion before March 31, 2022. 

How to reach us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Twitter: @AlmostBedtime

Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic.

 This episode incorporates the following additional pieces by McRoMusic: 

•  The Apples of Hesperides
•  Discovery of a Lifetime

We also used ambient soundtracks and music by Michael Ghelfi, and music by Filip Melvan of Michael Ghelfi Studios. You can find their content on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDed9jQ1Y1gKeyjvkyFGkCA and on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/MichaelGhelfi. 

Ambient Soundtracks

• Campfire in Woods
• Frozen Tundra

Music

• Hidden Gem (Michael Ghelfi)
• The Festival of Life (Filip Melvan)

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In this episode, we review and play Stacks of Goblins.

• 00:10 – Intro and announcements
• 01:10 – Game review
• 06:44 – Actual play session (character building)
• 12:23 – Actual play session (the adventure)

 Stacks of Goblins was created by Jack Milton and edited by Steph Williamson, of CobblePath Games.  You can find more information and purchase the game through itch.io.  You can also find the creators on Twitter as @CobblePath.

We are running a contest for a free electronic copy of Stacks of Goblins.  To be entered in the drawing, email or tweet us with a question, comment, or suggestion before March 31, 2022. 

How to reach us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Twitter: @AlmostBedtime

 Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic, who can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic.

This episode also incorporates the following pieces by McRoMusic: 

• Tavern Loop
• Town Loop
• Fey Wyrm’s Hollow
• March Through Wildwood
• On Til Morning
• Shooting Stars

The following ambient soundtracks were also used.  They were created by Michael Ghelfi, who can be found on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDed9jQ1Y1gKeyjvkyFGkCA

•  Cove
• Crowded Tavern

 *** A transcript of this episode is available via the episode page on Buzzsprout. *** 

In this episode, we review and play the game “Adorablins.”

• 00:12 – Game review
• 07:15 – Actual play session

Adorablins was created by Kristin and Tim Devine of Dice Up Games.  You can find more information at DiceUpGames.com or by visiting their Kickstarter (open through February 3, 2022). 

TTRPGkids.com also has an in-depth review of the game and an interview with the creators.

How to reach us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Twitter: @AlmostBedtime

Our intro and outro theme music are by McRoMusic.  He can be found on Patreon at patreon.com/mcromusic.

This episode also incorporates the following additional pieces by McRoMusic: 

• The Path Forward
• Shooting Stars
• The Wilds
• Story and Legend
• Winter and Summer

In this episode, we continue an actual play session of Dungeons & Dragons 5e that Dan ran for Rachael when she was eight.  Along the way, we discover:

• Kail getting excited,
• The Machine,
• A rather nice igloo,
• The source of the storm, and
• A dragon tattoo.

 How to reach us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Twitter: @AlmostBedtime

This episode features music and soundscapes by Michael Ghelfi, including: 

•  Ice Temple [RPG – D&D Ambiences Vol. 3]
• Frozen Tundra [RPG – D&D Ambiences Vol. 2]
• Storm Giants Fortress [RPG – D&D Ambiences Vol. 2]
• Of Fire and Steam [Steam Powered Orchestra]
• Professor Edgar Winkle’s Invention [Steam Powered Orchestra]

These and many more can be found at his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDed9jQ1Y1gKeyjvkyFGkCA

In this episode, we continue an actual play session of Dungeons & Dragons 5e that Dan ran for Rachael when she was eight.  Along the way, we discover:

• A small figure,
• Troublesome twine,
• Alathea is not hungry,
• The Belly-Button Turn-Off Button, and
• Firebolts on ice.

 How to reach us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Twitter: @AlmostBedtime

 This episode features music and soundscapes by Michael Ghelfi, including: 

• Frozen Tundra [RPG – D&D Ambiences Vol. 2]
• Cold Cave [RPG – D&D Ambiences Vol. 2]
• Storm Giants Fortress [RPG – D&D Ambiences Vol. 2]
• Of Fire and Steam [Steam-Powered Orchestra]
• Ice Temple [RPG – D&D Ambiences Vol. 3]

 These and many more can be found at his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDed9jQ1Y1gKeyjvkyFGkCA