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Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid between a dark fantasy audio drama and a solo D&D RPG. The dice make all the important decisions and, as a writer, my job is to interpret them and tell their story. It's the story where "Chaos rolls."

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    • Jun 1, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 26m AVG DURATION
    • 217 EPISODES
    • 3 SEASONS

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    The Tale of the Manticore is an incredible Dark Fantasy Dungeons & Dragons audiodrama podcast that will leave you hooked from the very beginning. The combination of immersive storytelling and the unpredictability of dice rolls creates a thrilling and engaging experience that keeps listeners on the edge of their seats. With its compelling characters, well-paced storyline, and impressive production quality, this podcast truly stands out as one of the best in its genre.

    One of the best aspects of The Tale of the Manticore is how it captures the essence of old school D&D gameplay. The narrator does a fantastic job of explaining the rules and mechanics in a way that doesn't overwhelm or confuse listeners. This allows both seasoned players and newcomers to enjoy the story without feeling left out or lost. Additionally, the characters are incredibly well-developed and their backstories unfold organically throughout the series, adding depth and realism to their actions and motivations.

    Another standout aspect is how Chaos Rules! The use of dice rolls to determine outcomes adds an element of suspense and unpredictability to each episode. It creates a sense of danger for the characters and keeps listeners invested in their fate. This adherence to traditional gameplay mechanics is refreshing and adds authenticity to the storytelling.

    While there are few drawbacks to this podcast, one minor criticism could be that some combat sequences may initially feel jarring or overwhelming due to delivery style. However, as the story progresses, these combat scenes become integral to driving up tension and creating nail-biting moments where listeners anxiously await the outcome for their beloved characters.

    In conclusion, The Tale of the Manticore is a must-listen for fans of dark fantasy, Dungeons & Dragons, or anyone who enjoys gripping storytelling with a touch of unpredictability. This podcast seamlessly combines old school D&D gameplay with immersive storytelling, delivering a captivating experience that will leave you wanting more. From its compelling characters to its expertly crafted production quality, this podcast truly sets the standard for audiodramas in the genre. Give it a listen and prepare to be transported to a world of adventure, danger, and magic.



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    Episode 24 (S3E24)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2025 26:01


    The Fletcher's Stone: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Want to listen without the ads while helping the show? Join the Supporters' Club: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support

    Season 3 Solo Podsters Roundtable 2 (Bonus Episode)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 37:52


    Bonus Episode - Solo Podsters Roundtable 2: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Want to listen without the ads while helping the show? Join the Supporters' Club: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/supportFeatured in this Roundtable:Carl White of The Lone Adventurer:  https://theloneadventurer.podbean.com/PJ of The SoloRolePlayers Podcast & A Wasteland Story:  https://open.spotify.com/show/27e2k5RsmLLmB3BD0WPUTqhttps://awastelandstory.podbean.com/Robin of Stories From the First Watch: https://firstwatchstories.podbean.com/**And please check out our new network website: https://soloroleplayersnetwork.com/

    S3E23

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 25:23


    Treasure, Chest: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Want to listen without the ads while helping the show? Join the Supporters' Club: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support

    Season 3 Solo Podsters Roundtable 1 (Bonus Episode)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025 38:49


    Bonus Episode - Solo Podsters Roundtable 1: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Want to listen without the ads while helping the show? Join the Supporters' Club: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/supportFeatured in this Roundtable:Steve Morrison of Errant Adventures:  https://www.errantadventurespod.com/Brian Rideout of Swords Against Madness:  https://swordsvmadness.stormheadproductions.ca/Dungeon Mister Ty: Chronicles of Nephes: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-chronicles-of-nephes-196592036/Nephalos Silvermoon of Reflections in the Darksome Mirror:https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-reflections-in-the-darkso-251806336/**And please check out our new network website: https://soloroleplayersnetwork.com/

    Episode 22 (S3E22)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 28:59


    Don't Split the Party: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Want to listen without the ads while helping the show? Join the Supporters' Club: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support

    Episode 21 (S3E21)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 30:28


    Queen Anayiah: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Want to listen without the ads while helping the show? Join the Supporters' Club: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support

    S3 The Story So Far: Eps 11-20

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 8:30


    A bonus episode recapping the plot events from S3E11-S3E20Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 20 (S3E20)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 32:22


    Inner Crypt: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Want to listen without the ads while helping the show? Join the Supporters' Club: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support

    Episode 19 (S3E19)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 27:34


    Underground: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 18 (for real) (S3E18)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 28:15


    Open Success: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 18 (S3E18)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 1:17


    The Ballad of Achillea Muag: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 17 (S3E17)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 32:02


    The Nail that Sticks Out: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 16 (S3E16)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 33:51


    Fairwind: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 15 (S3E15)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2025 34:04


    Secrets: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 14 (S3E14)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 29:58


    What Dreams May Come: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 13 (S3E13)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 31:03


    The Fastest Way Out: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 12 (S3E12)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2025 31:08


    A Murder of Crows: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 11 (S03E11)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 27:15


    Bloodfoot & Black Cloud: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    S3 The Story So Far: Eps 1-10

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 6:51


    A bonus episode recapping the plot events from S3E01-S3E10Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 10 (S3E10)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2025 28:26


    Crows Mock the Dead: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 9 (S3E09)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 24:42


    Tentir: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 8 (S03E08)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2024 25:28


    A Homecoming: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    S3E07b Interview with Trevor Devall

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 39:40


    Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 7 (S3E07)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 26:19


    In A Tight Spot: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 6 (S3E06)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2024 25:30


    Rescue AttemptTale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 5 (S3E05)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 27:52


    Cruelty CompetitionTale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 4 (S3E04)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 26:40


    EedoTale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 3 (S3E03)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 25:55


    QuestTale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 2 (S3E02)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 26:28


    Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Episode 1 (S3E01)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 26:17


    A New Tale BeginsTale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama.  I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR).  This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Nallukar Reminder

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2024 0:45


    Just a reminder to catch the second half of the Nallukar nights Miniseries over at Errant Adventures, then check back her on Oct 11th for the premiere of Season 3.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Nallukar Nights pt 2 of 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 38:24


    A brief miniseries to tide you over until S3 begins in October. Pts 1 & 2 will be released here, but the second half will be posted by my friend and collaborator, Steve Morrison of Errant Adventures.  New episodes will come out every 10 days.  We hope you enjoy it! Nallukar Nights is a hybrid of a hybrid: part audiodrama, part actualplay, 2 players, no GM.  We're using Old School Essentials for this one along with elements of the Mythic GME.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.

    Nallukar Nights pt 1 of 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2024 43:03


    A brief miniseries to tide you over until S3 begins in October. Pts 1 & 2 will be released here, but the second half will be posted by my friend and collaborator, Steve Morrison of Errant Adventures.  New episodes will come out every 10 days.  We hope you enjoy it! Nallukar Nights is a hybrid of a hybrid: part audiodrama, part actualplay, 2 players, no GM.  We're using Old School Essentials for this one along with elements of the Mythic GME.

    S2 Mail of the Manticore

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 26:52


    End of Season Mailbag episode.

    Looking Back and Ahead, Again

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2024 8:09


    A retrospective and prospective as Season 2 wraps up and Season 3 enters the planning stage.

    Episode 76

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 40:59


    It's time for the Season 2 finale!

    Episode 75

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2024 28:27


    Where is my mind?

    Episode 74

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 28:56


    Hezrou

    Episode 73b Interview with Paolo Bacigalupi

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 30:55


    Bestselling author Paolo Bacigalupi joins me to talk about rpgs and his new book, Navola.

    Episode 73

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 29:15


    The Thing in the Pit

    Episode 72

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 27:38


    Did you kill it, Catsbane?

    Episode 71

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 30:39


    The Kiss

    S2 The Story So Far: Eps 61-70

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 6:49


    A bonus episode recapping the plot events from S2E61-S2E70

    Episode 70

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 28:09


    Statuesque

    Episode 69

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 25:39


    When one door opens...

    Episode 68

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2024 27:04


    The Gauntlet pt 2

    Episode 67

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 27:43


    The Gauntlet

    Episode 66

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2024 31:19


    Ruin

    Episode 65

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 29:42


    Blades.

    Episode 64 (for real)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 26:59


    Run for your lives!

    Episode 64

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 2:31


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