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Join one man's journey as he experiences Final Fantasy VII for the first time, falling in love with the greatest game ever made. Each bi-weekly talk through is woven with recorded gameplay segments, creating immersive episodes in which you feel the moment's emotional impact. If you miss the excitement of discovering the story Final Fantasy VII, this series was made for you.

First Encounter


    • Sep 19, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 43m AVG DURATION
    • 91 EPISODES
    • 2 SEASONS

    4.9 from 40 ratings Listeners of First Encounter that love the show mention: ff7, good good, first time, game, chemistry, story, quality, great, listen, like.


    Ivy Insights

    The First Encounter podcast is a captivating and entertaining exploration of the classic game Final Fantasy VII. As someone who typically struggles to stay engaged with podcasts, I was immediately drawn in by the hosts' enthusiasm and genuine reactions to the game. It's a thrilling experience to hear an adult's perspective on a game that was released 24 years ago, especially considering the cultural changes that have occurred since then. The insights provided by Chris and Haney are both thought-provoking and humorous, making each episode a joy to listen to.

    One of the best aspects of The First Encounter is the chemistry between the hosts, Chris and Haney. Their friendship is evident in their banter and playful interactions, which adds an extra layer of enjoyment to the podcast. It's refreshing to hear two friends sharing their love for a game and experiencing it together in real time. Additionally, their genuine excitement for each new episode keeps listeners eagerly anticipating what will happen next.

    While there are many positive aspects of this podcast, one potential drawback is that it may not appeal to those who are not familiar with Final Fantasy VII or video games in general. Much of the content revolves around specific moments or characters from the game, which might be confusing or uninteresting for listeners who have no prior knowledge of it. However, for fans of Final Fantasy VII or those interested in diving into this nostalgic gaming experience, The First Encounter podcast is an absolute gem.

    In conclusion, The First Encounter podcast is a must-listen for fans of Final Fantasy VII or anyone looking for an engaging and entertaining podcast experience. Chris and Haney provide insightful commentary on a beloved game while injecting humor and enthusiasm into each episode. Their chemistry as hosts shines through, making it feel like you're listening to two friends discussing an epic adventure. Whether you're reliving your own memories of Final Fantasy VII or discovering it for the first time through their eyes, The First Encounter offers a delightful journey into the world of this iconic game.



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    Latest episodes from First Encounter

    Majora's Mask Ep. 37: Blinded by the Light Puzzles

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 51:08


    We finally approach the last temple with trepidation and confront light puzzles, too many mirrors, and a whole mess of soot sprites. ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Visit our website at www.spilledpotion.com Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR and support the show on PATREON! Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Our midroll music is Amber Forest by Tad

    Majora's Mask Ep. 36: Night of the Dancing Dead

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 61:11


    Oh, hey there friend. Remember how Haney said "I don't THINK there's five temples"? Well, buckle up baby because it's Ikana Castle time! ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR and support the show on PATREON! Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Our midroll music is Amber Forest by Tad

    Majora's Mask Ep. 35: Up All Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 61:05


    We're back baby! And as we barrel toward the final temple, there's some cleaning up we have to do. Today we tackle the remaining Bomber Notebook entries with l̵i̵t̵t̵l̵e̵ ̵t̵o̵ ̵n̵o̵ trouble. Chris's Jam Game: https://chritboy.itch.io/holeintheice ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, and support the show on PATREON! Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Our midroll music is Amber Forest by Tad

    Majora's Mask Ep. 34: Kafei's Quest 64

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 70:27


    We finally learn the full story with Kafei and are able to happily reunite him with Anju and there are definitely no problems at all and everything goes according to plan. ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Our midroll music is Amber Forest by Tad

    Majora's Mask Ep. 33: Well Well Well

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2023 61:24


    We hop into a well but it's full of screaming zombies, flaming bats, traps, and further nasties. Hopefully the prize at the end is worth the squeeze :/ ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Our midroll music is Amber Forest by Tad

    Majora's Mask Ep. 32: A Scrub In Need is a Friend In Deed

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 50:41


    It's frog legs with a side of land deeds today as we finally knock out the deku trade chain and round up some singing amphibians for supper. ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Our midroll music is Amber Forest by Tad

    Majora's Mask Ep. 31: The Water Temple

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2023 99:21


    We can no longer delay the inevitable and I say if you're gonna do it, do it right, so we knock out the water temple in record time. ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Our midroll music is Amber Forest by Tad

    Majora's Mask Ep. 30: Dry Bones and Wet Beavers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 36:03


    We revisit Ikana Graveyard in order to beat up a giant skeleton and inherit their undead army. We also run into some racing beavers. ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Our midroll music is Amber Forest by Tad

    Majora's Mask Ep. 29: The Dog Whisperer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 44:50


    I don't have a sword, but we're still able to chat up some athletic dogs, get kidnapped by a giant turtle, and run into some exploding Gorons. ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Our midroll music is Amber Forest by Tad

    Patreon Bonus | Advent Children Pt. 1: Boys in Leather

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 59:55


    Part 1 of our Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children coverage for Patreon. To listen to part 2 and 3, as well as our current miniseries, On the Way to a Smile, support us at Patreon.com/FirstEncounter

    Majora's Mask Ep. 28: Rock Sirloin With a Side of Frog Legs

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 39:11


    We continue our adventures by grabbing a slimy new hat, take yet another trip back to Snowhead. and steal someone's room key. ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Our midroll music is Amber Forest by Tad

    Majora's Mask Ep. 27: Is It Wrong to Pick Up Bottles in Another Shop?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 52:35


    Today we play some duck hunt in Clock Town, but we also check out the swamp, the swamp, and the swamp. Hmm. ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Our midroll music is Amber Forest by Tad

    Chris's "Apology" and Wholesome Games Stream Tomorrow

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2023 5:05


    Sorry that First Encounter was put on the backburner for the past week, but now that our submission for the Indie Game Dev Beginner's jam is finished, it's back to work! In the meantime, while you bemoan the lack of First Encounter this week, think about joining us at our First Encounter YouTube channel to catch us streaming some wholesome and relaxing video games tomorrow: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNISUSXEq72w6c4tkQkXDig Catch the Skeleton House podcast over here: https://skeletonhouse.buzzsprout.com/ Try our game right here: https://chritboy.itch.io/indie-game-dev-beginners-jam

    Sidequest 2: Haney's Glory Pt. 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 55:03


    Haney's Quest for Glory adventure continues as we discover the numerous ways you can die as an unprepared hero. ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Our midroll music is Amber Forest by Tad

    Majora's Mask Ep. 26: Christopher's Web

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 44:30


    You may have heard the old adage "Kill two spiders with one Link", and I think you see where this is going. Today we evict some eight-legged tenants and clean up the spider house (and do some other stuff as well). ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Our midroll music is Amber Forest by Tad

    Majora's Mask Ep. 25: E-Pony Antics

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 51:09


    Time to handle some much needed to-dos as we nab some new masks and cross some names out of our bomber notebook. ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Our midroll music is Amber Forest by Tad

    Sidequest 1: Haney's Glory

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2023 54:07


    Hey friends, we're really sorry that we're not able to bring you a new Majora's Mask episode this week, but we had some complications in the form of COVID that prevented us from meeting. We hope you understand. Majora's Mask will continue releasing on the 15th. In the meantime, please enjoy something a little different. ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Our midroll music is Amber Forest by Tad

    Majora's Mask Ep. 24: Marine Biology

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 48:26


    We continue through the Pirate Fortress in our quest for the seven eggs, but the clock is counting down and- Hey, if I turn back time, the eggs I found won't disappear, right? ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Our midroll music is Amber Forest by Tad

    Extra Life, Bonus Stream, TTRPG Oneshot, & Horror Game Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022 17:13


    Got some announcements to share with y'all! Listener Survey ► https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKcdtYp5X_Pf8V_7Lyu771jdS1TzmcKxHBta4bKIdAyBd7MA/viewform First Encounter YouTube ► https://www.youtube.com/@firstencounterpodcast Horror Game Night YouTube ► https://www.youtube.com/@horrorgamenight Horror Game Night Website ► https://horrorgamenight.com First Encounter Discord ► https://discord.com/invite/y3UkjgWXEt

    Majora's Mask Ep. 23: Pirates of the Great Bay: Curse of the Weird Eggs

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2022 50:08


    We break into that sexy pirate fortress, blow up a few times, get kicked out a few times, and find a weird egg. ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Support Children's Miracle Hospitals by donating to our EXTRA LIFE TEAM.

    Trapped in a Basement Streaming Games for 12 Hours

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 14:05


    Extra Life Game Day is nearly upon us! Join us as we stream games from 10am - 11pm EST and raffle giveaways to folks to donate $10+ to our Extra Life team, all of which goes toward supporting Children's Miracle Network hospitals. ❤️ FIRST ENCOUNTER EXTRA LIFE TEAM: https://www.extra-life.org/team/firstencounter FIRST ENCOUNTER GAME DAY DETAILS: https://www.patreon.com/posts/extra-life-73722977

    Majora's Mask Ep. 22: You Got the Spunk, but Have You Got the Moxie?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022 49:17


    We take our hot new Zora bod for a spin, get the lowdown on the diva's lost voice and weird eggs, and meet a whole lotta poivoits. ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Support Children's Miracle Hospitals by donating to our EXTRA LIFE TEAM.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 21: Chateau Milkies and Caviar Memes

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 46:11


    We race for the gold and enjoy it so much that we repeat twelve times. Skip the first twenty minutes. After that it's alllll egg in my face. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Support Children's Miracle Hospitals by donating to our EXTRA LIFE TEAM.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 20: Hero of Milk

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 46:22


    We break into Great Bay to find a corpse, try our hand at some FPS milk defense action, and FINALLY get into the milk bar for some finely aged milk. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Support Children's Miracle Hospitals by donating to our EXTRA LIFE TEAM.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 19: Invasion of the Hidden Valley Ranch

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2022 39:45


    We return to the ranch to see what other mischief we can get up to. It was a good call, because this time we have an alien invasion to discourage! Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Support Children's Miracle Hospitals by donating to our EXTRA LIFE TEAM.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 18: Romani Ranch 100% Speedrun

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2022 48:04


    What can I say except you're welcome? I checked out Romani Ranch so you wouldn't have to. There's not a whole lot going on, so we probably won't be back here.  Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Support Children's Miracle Hospitals by donating to our EXTRA LIFE TEAM.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 17: The Amazing Race

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2022 46:51


    Spring has come to Goron Village, we earn the powder keg badge, win some races, and pursue some bumblefuckery. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Support Children's Miracle Hospitals by donating to our EXTRA LIFE TEAM.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 16: A Cold Day in Hell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 50:18


    Our 100% perfect Snowhead Temple run continues, and thankfully, concludes. I stand victorious, a champion among the  ̶s̶a̶v̶e̶d̶  fairies. Remains in hand, I saunter out of the cleared temple, Haney's mouth agape in admiration. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC. Support Children's Miracle Hospitals by donating to our EXTRA LIFE TEAM.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 15: Snow Way Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 40:47


    We finally penetrate Snowhead Temple to begin dungeoning and it goes about as well as you'd expect. Chris absolutely crushes it and Haney is very impressed. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC.

    My Favorite Anime Presents Eureka Seven

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2022 59:42


    Today's bonus episode is brought to you by My Favorite Anime, in which anime professor Conor recounts entire anime series for anime newbs  Maddie and Ryan! When you finish listening here, continue the hilarity at https://mfanime.podbean.com/ or wherever you prefer your podcasts!

    Majora's Mask Ep. 14: STFU Sweet Prince

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 41:01


    We head back to Goronville and finally locate the chief, learn a new song, put the populace to sleep with our drum beats, and open the path to Snowhead Temple. We also begin our month long break, but we'll be back in your ears soon enough! Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC.

    Quick Release Update

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2022 5:08


    Due to recent stressers and editing frustrations, we're going to take a month off from public releases in order to catch up on recording and editing. We'll be back before you know it, and in the meantime, be good! xoxo - Chris & Haney Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 13: Kafei Unmasked

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 38:21


    Our plans for Majora's Mask are rerouted after our save file decides to turn back time. The hunt for the missing Kafei continues, this time with results. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 12: Grave Mistakes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 63:40


    After our only plan is derailed, we head to the snowy north where everyone is upset and nipples abound. ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 11: The Case of the Lost Kafei

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 36:17


    Detective Chris pulls on his deerstalker cap and begins sleuthing for the missing groom. ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 10: A Fool and His Rupees

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2022 39:16


    Fresh from the victory of Woodfall Temple, we head back to Clock Town where Chris makes some poor financial decisions. ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 9: Swamp Temple Tantrums

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2022 49:42


    Chris dominates the swamp temple and rescues a Deku princess without needing that stupid map. ❗First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Want the journey to continue? Grab some delicious coffee from our SPONSOR, Support the show on PATREON, and follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE. Our intro and outro music is by ALDEN ZAC.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 8: The Dancer's Successor

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2022 43:36


    We're back in the saddle, smashing through quests, and sprinting toward Woodfall Temple. If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SPONSOR: uncommonvt.com SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod MUSIC: aldenzac.com NOTE: First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised.

    Bill's JRPG Adventures and Other Trappings Presents Zelda II

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2021 69:29


    Today's bonus episode is brought to you by Bill's JRPG Adventures and Other Trappings, in which Bill plays through many of the lost JRPGs never released in the English language (and some other grandiosities that takes his fancy)! When you finish listening here, continue the collective journey through Zelda II: The Adventure of Link at anchor.fm/bills-jrpg-adventures or wherever you prefer your podcasts!

    Power Play-Throughs Podcast presents Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages Ep. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 30:35


    Today's bonus episode is brought to you by TroytlePower Presents: The Power Play-Throughs Podcast, with TroytlePower, where TroytlePower plays through games in a powerful way! When you finish listening here, continue their journey through Oracle of Ages at podpage.com/verchron or wherever you prefer your podcasts! If you're looking into our Patreon update, you can find that here!

    Versian Chronicles presents Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition Ep. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 48:16


    Today's bonus episode is brought to you by Versian Chronicles, a narrated let's play experience brought directly to your ears via the fantastic voice of Kai Lee Cain! When you finish listening here, continue their journey through Baldur's Gate at podpage.com/verchron or wherever you prefer your podcasts! If you're looking into our Patreon update, you can find that here!

    Majora's Mask Ep. 7: Monkey Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 52:59


    What. A. Mess. Join Chris as he wages war against the Southern Swamp, gets into amateur gardening, and just goes ape. If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SPONSOR: uncommonvt.com SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod MUSIC: aldenzac.com NOTE: First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 6: Welcome to Ze Swamp

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 40:06


    We dive into the swamp, run from werewolves, save a witch, and take boat tours in Chris's guide to Majora's Mask. If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SPONSOR: uncommonvt.com SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod MUSIC: aldenzac.com NOTE: First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 5: Escaping Clock Town

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2021 39:10


    We get the fanciest new mask before breaking out of Clock Town and exploring the very dangerous fields of Termina. If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SPONSOR: uncommonvt.com SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod MUSIC: aldenzac.com NOTE: First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised.

    Spooky Special and Extra Life Stream

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2021 6:03


    We're excited to share our spooky Halloween video special on 10/31 on our Youtube channel! Watch Haney get dangerously close to pooping himself in fear as he plays the indie horror game Visage. On 11/6 at 11am EST, tune in to our Extra Life live stream to help raise money for children's hospitals while Haney plays Pokemon Snap for the first time.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 4: Hylian Vibin'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2021 41:58


    We explore Clock Town as a human child today and begin meeting the inhabitants proper. Some make Chris uncomfortable. If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SPONSOR: uncommonvt.com SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod MUSIC: aldenzac.com NOTE: First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 3: The Sky is Falling

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2021 60:55


    We pop some balloons, meet a scarecrow, and grab a moon tear. Oh yeah, I also meet up with Skull Kid. It's all good. If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SPONSOR: uncommonvt.com SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod MUSIC: aldenzac.com NOTE: First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 2: This is Clocktown

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2021 53:08


    We lose a friend, get cursed, meet a couple new friends, and enter Clocktown. If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SPONSOR: uncommonvt.com SHIRT ARTIST: instagram.com/hagushka SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod MUSIC: aldenzac.com NOTE: First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised.

    Majora's Mask Ep. 1: A Terrible Fate

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 37:31


    We discuss The Legend of Zelda series, seasonal differences, and what Chris knows about Majora's Mask. If you want the journey to continue, visit the following: SPONSOR: uncommonvt.com | SUPPORT: patreon.com/firstencounter | WEBSITE: firstencounterpodcast.com | TWITTER: twitter.com/1stencounterpod | INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/firstencounterpod | MUSIC: abstractionmusic.com | NOTE: First Encounter contains adult themes such as violence, sexual content, and adult language. Listener discretion is advised.

    Patreon Bonus|Crisis Core Ep. 1: Welcome to Shinra

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2021 68:04


    In our first Patreon bonus series, Zack takes center stage as we return to Midgar and embark on his SOLDIER adventure. Thanks for listening! To continue, support us at Patreon.com/FirstEncounter

    Skeleton House presents Super Mario RPG Ep. 1: The Genesis of nArF

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2021 48:41


    Today's bonus episode is brought to you by Skeleton House, an audio only let's play podcast in which Jess and Steve in the past and Brett in the future play through different video games. When you finish listening here, continue their journey through Super Mario RPG (or begin their journey through Deadly Premonition) at skeletonhouse.buzzsprout.com or wherever you prefer your podcasts!  

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