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What happens when a morning walk through a thick, ancient fog results in one of the most famous and heavily debated alien photographs in human history? On December 1, 1987, a retired policeman named Philip Spencer walked onto the desolate Ilkley Moor in the UK. What he encountered in the mist—a strange, 4-foot-tall entity, a humming saucer, and hours of missing time—would cement the Ilkley Moor Incident as a cornerstone of UFO lore. In this deep-dive investigation, we break down the exact timeline of Spencer's terrifying extraterrestrial encounter. But we aren't just looking at the supernatural claims; we are applying rigorous psychological analysis to the event. Was this a genuine close encounter with an otherworldly biological entity, or a terrifying mix of pareidolia, exhaustion, and leading questions during subsequent hypnosis sessions? We examine the gaping logical holes in the story—like why a photographer would snap a picture of an entity but completely ignore a massive, glowing saucer lifting into the sky. If you think you know how alien abductions and UFO sightings work, the psychological science and hidden details uncovered in this breakdown will completely shatter your perception of eyewitness testimony. You will never look at a foggy landscape the same way again. (Make sure to join our Discord and Patreon communities for deeper, behind-the-scenes mystery analysis and exclusive true crime breakdowns!) Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon Roanoke Gaming: https://www.youtube.com/@UCs8lYkna2S6DkcHO9o2008A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roanokegaming/ Twitter: https://x.com/RoannokeGaming Thank you for watching Roanoke tales Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work! [00:00] - The Fog of Ilkley Moor: A Cold Morning in 1987 [01:53] - Philip Spencer's Extraterrestrial Encounter [03:32] - The Photograph, The Entity, and the "Missing Time" [05:19] - The Saucer Sighting: Why Didn't He Take a Picture? [25:22] - The Science Portion: Pareidolia & The Psychology of Fear [26:32] - The Hypnosis Trap & The Unreleased "Second Video" [27:45] - Outro & The Truth About UFO Eyewitness Accounts #UnsolvedMystery #RealHorror #RoanokeTales
They Saw Something in Their Backyard… and It Wasn't Human In May 2023, a normal night in Las Vegas turned into one of the strangest and most unsettling modern mystery cases—and almost nobody is talking about what actually happened. This video dives deep into the viral "Las Vegas aliens" incident, where a terrified family called 911 claiming that something had crashed into their backyard… and what emerged from it was "100% not human." According to the official 911 call and police reports, the family described towering beings—estimated between 8 to 10 feet tall—with large eyes and unnatural features watching them from the darkness. Just minutes earlier, police bodycam footage captured a bright object streaking across the sky—something seen across multiple states. But this is where the story stops making sense. Authorities responded. Officers searched the property. Cameras were installed. And yet—no physical evidence was ever found. The case was ultimately closed as "unfounded." Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon Roanoke Gaming: https://www.youtube.com/@UCs8lYkna2S6DkcHO9o2008A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roanokegaming/ Twitter: https://x.com/RoannokeGaming Thank you for watching Roanoke tales Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work! So what actually happened? In this video, we break down the full timeline of events—from the falling object in the sky to the moment the family claims they came face-to-face with something impossible. We analyze the footage that sparked millions of views, including the infamous backyard video where viewers claim to see something moving just beyond the fence… something barely visible, but undeniably there. We'll also explore the psychological dimension of the case. What happens when multiple people witness the same unexplainable event at the same time? How does fear distort perception—and at what point does shared fear become shared reality? But there are details most people missed. Why did police officers themselves report seeing something fall from the sky before the call even came in? Why were cameras placed at the house afterward if the case was dismissed? And why does the footage continue to be analyzed years later, with some claiming it shows evidence of something deliberately trying not to be seen? This isn't just a UFO sighting. It's a case where official footage, eyewitness testimony, and unexplained visuals all intersect… and still lead nowhere. No answers. No resolution. Just a moment where something appeared—and then vanished. If you think you know what happened in Las Vegas… you probably don't. Because the deeper you go into this case, the less it feels like a hoax—and the more it feels like something we were never meant to understand. #LasVegasAliens #UnsolvedMystery #TrueHorror
Charlie, Ted, and Rony open on Higgsfield's $400 million raise at a $5.4 billion valuation, and the uncomfortable gap between its strong revenue and a wave of user complaints about its terms of service (Charlie discloses he's a Higgsfield creative partner). From there: Snap's $2,195 Specs launch on September 16th, and Evan Spiegel's candid admission that he doesn't expect them to sell well, which Rony compares to Jensen Huang's decade-plus of staying the course before Nvidia's breakout. The group also digs into Epic Games quietly offloading Sketchfab and ArtStation to the much smaller KitBash, and a wide-ranging debate on AI filmmaking sparked by a Chatham House Rules event with Google and the American Film Institute, including Rony's memorable comparison of AI-native filmmakers to Skrillex versus the full-orchestra, Abbey-Road approach of traditional Hollywood.Barmak Heshmat, founder and CEO of Brelyon, joins to make the case for immersive displays that skip the headset entirely. A former head of optics at the AR company Meta (not Facebook) and MIT computational imaging researcher, Barmak explains Brelyon's curved monitor, which uses monocular depth to create what he calls "a window to the virtual world" you look through rather than wear. The conversation covers why enterprise, not consumer, is where the technology is scaling first, a published study with Toyota on video pass-through windshields that could eliminate car glass entirely, and Barmak's longer-term vision for light field displays as the natural evolution beyond stereoscopic 3D.Key Moments: [03:35] Higgsfield's $400M raise and the backlash over its terms of service [07:35] Snap's $2,195 Specs and the Jensen Huang long-game comparison [11:35] Epic Games sheds Sketchfab and ArtStation to KitBash [17:35] Inside a Chatham House Rules AI filmmaking summit with Google and AFI [21:35] The Skrillex vs. Beatles theory of AI-native filmmaking [28:35] Barmak Heshmat joins to tell us about building the Brelyon's headset-less display [33:35] How monocular depth creates a "window to the virtual world" [46:35] A published study with Toyota on video pass-through windshields [53:35] The future: light field displays and headsets as an accessory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Patina bids farewell to Sasnak Traveling. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol. Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - hotel bell.wav by Migaelvdw. Link & License. - Unexpected Hoedown In Bagging Area by Doctor Turtle. Link & License. - The Beauty of Maths by Meydӓn. Link & License. Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs. Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
Spider-Man just posted the biggest opening weekend in box office history, and Chris, Daniel, and returning panelist Todd Perry dig into why, right after a year of everyone insisting the superhero genre was dead. From there the panel tackles Kitbash3D's surprise acquisition of ArtStation and Sketchfab from Epic Games, the strange history of ArtStation's own anti-AI protest era, a visibly shrinking Siggraph 2026 show floor that still delivered on the research side, and the growing push to label AI-generated video content on social media, including where the EU's regulatory reach is headed and the murky line between VFX and deepfakes. In the second half, Todd Perry, VFX supervisor on For All Mankind, pulls back the curtain on the unwritten rules of working on a film set. He's spent seasons quietly compiling a running list of roughly forty five lessons on surviving the day to day chaos of a shoot, from managing the assistant director relationship to knowing exactly when to call for balls and charts. He walks Chris and Daniel through the ones that matter most for anyone stepping onto a set as a VFX supervisor for the first time. Links & mentions: Todd Perry on IMDB > Todd Perry on LinkedIn > ArtStation > The EU AI Act is Here > Siggraph > Sponsors: Center Grid Virtual Studio: https://cgvirtualstudio.com/
What if one of the most chilling real-world mysteries in modern Japan wasn't just a crime… but something that felt like it came straight out of a horror movie? The case of the The Monster with 21 Faces remains one of the most unsettling unsolved incidents in history—and in this video, we break it down like never before. This isn't just a true crime story. This is a full horror science breakdown, where we analyze the psychology, behavior patterns, and eerie "identity shifting" of a group that acted less like criminals… and more like a coordinated organism. If you're into horror movie explained, film lore explained, or the deeper science of horror movies, this is exactly the kind of rabbit hole you don't want to miss. In this episode, we explore the complete timeline of the 사건—from the Glico kidnapping to the taunting letters sent to police and corporations—unpacking how the "Monster" operated with surgical precision. But more importantly, we ask a deeper question: what kind of system behaves like this? Using concepts pulled from creature biology explained and speculative biology, we examine whether this group functioned like a decentralized organism—similar to hive structures seen in nature. Could the "21 faces" represent distributed identity, mimicking evolutionary strategies where survival depends on fragmentation and adaptability? This isn't just metaphor—it's a monster anatomy analysis applied to real human behavior. Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon Roanoke Gaming: https://www.youtube.com/@UCs8lYkna2S6DkcHO9o2008A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roanokegaming/ Twitter: https://x.com/RoannokeGaming Thank you for watching Roanoke tales Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work! We'll also dive into the film theory parallels that make this case feel so unreal. The shifting identities, cryptic messages, and psychological warfare mirror tropes found in some of the most iconic horror lore and movie breakdowns in modern storytelling. It's almost as if reality itself followed the script of a horror narrative—except no resolution ever came. From a biological and behavioral standpoint, we break down how fear spreads through populations like a contagion. The Monster with 21 Faces didn't just commit crimes—they engineered uncertainty, forcing entire industries into panic. This aligns with real-world models of creature evolution, where organisms evolve not just to attack—but to destabilize their environment. And that's where things get disturbing. Because unlike fictional monsters, this entity was never caught. No clear identity. No definitive explanation. Just fragments, theories, and a legacy that still lingers in Japan's collective memory. So what was it really? A group of masterminds? A social experiment gone wrong? Or something closer to a conceptual "organism" that used human hosts to survive and adapt? If you're fascinated by the intersection of horror movie science, real-world mysteries, and the kind of analysis that blurs the line between biology and behavior—this is one of the most unique cases you'll ever see. Watch until the end, because the final theory might completely change how you see this case. #HorrorExplained #TrueCrimeMystery #RoanokeTales
KitBash3d acquisition of ArtStation and Sketchfab! In this video, CG Boss shares insights on how this move could reshape the 3D asset landscape and what it means for artists and creators.Key takeaways:* Kit Bash 3D has acquired ArtStation and Sketchfab, promising new opportunities for artists.* The acquisition aims to enhance the ecosystem for 3D content creators.* CG Boss discusses the potential impact on pricing and services for existing users.* Insights on the future of AI in the creative space and its implications for artists.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction00:24 Kit Bash's acquisition news00:55 Impact on ArtStation and Sketchfab01:50 The future of AI in 3D art02:20 Conclusion and thoughts on the acquisitionWhat's your biggest challenge with 3D asset creation? Drop it in the comments!Subscribe for weekly insights on 3D art and design trends!#3DArt #KitBash #ArtStation #Sketchfab #Kitbash3d #gamedev #animation
For years the objection to AI 3D was that it could not make clean, production-ready topology. That objection is falling fast, and we show the wireframes to prove it. In a surprise move, Kitbash and Greyscale Gorilla just bought Sketchfab and ArtStation from Epic Games. We tested Grok Imagine 2.0's precise image editing live and asked whether Photoshop is still necessary. And Meta dropped Muse Glimmer, a free open-weight model that runs on a single GPU.Sources:1. AI 3D Model Generation (Future of 3D Modeling)- https://x.com/kiaran_ritchie/status/2086880051241627939- https://x.com/startracker/status/2086537093120164177- https://x.com/TencentHunyuan/status/20870685912965367552. Meta Muse Glimmer (Open-Weight Model)- https://x.com/finkd/status/2086755195535413696- https://x.com/ollama/status/2086781863490994267
What are people really encountering on Navajo land—and why do these sightings feel so biologically wrong? In this deep dive, we break down one of the most disturbing pieces of horror lore ever reported: Skinwalkers. This video explores the film lore explained, eyewitness accounts, and the science of horror movies through the lens of creature biology, speculative biology, and real-world physiology. If you've ever wondered how something could mimic human behavior but move like a broken organism, this is your horror movie explained moment. We start by unpacking the origins of Skinwalker lore—what these entities are said to be, how they supposedly transform, and why their behavior aligns with something far more parasitic or neurological than supernatural. From there, we shift into a full horror science breakdown, analyzing how a being could theoretically alter its morphology, voice, and movement patterns. Could extreme neurological disorders, prion-like infections, or invasive parasites explain the unnatural movements and distorted anatomy described in encounters? Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon Roanoke Gaming: https://www.youtube.com/@UCs8lYkna2S6DkcHO9o2008A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roanokegaming/ Twitter: https://x.com/RoannokeGaming Thank you for watching Roanoke tales Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work! This is where monster anatomy analysis and creature biology explained take center stage. We explore how muscle fiber misfiring, joint instability, and altered motor control could create the jerky, inhuman movement patterns witnesses describe. Could something hijack the nervous system to produce mimicry of human speech? What happens if a pathogen rewires vocal cords or brain regions responsible for language? From an evolutionary perspective, we dive into creature evolution and ask: what kind of environmental pressures would favor an organism capable of mimicry and deception at this level? In nature, we already see examples—parasites that control host behavior, animals that mimic sounds, and predators that exploit neurological blind spots. But Skinwalkers take this to an extreme, pushing into territory that feels like a biological impossibility—until you start connecting the dots. #Skinwalker #HorrorScience #CreatureBiology
The Patina relaxes and recharges and Cassidy and Marathon go out on a date. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol. Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - Dripping (Zoom) » Dripping, Slow, A.wav by InspectorJ. Link & License. - Vintage Too by Anthony Attard. Link & License. - Funk Trunk by Ketsa. Link & License. - United Voyagers by Sergey Chereminisov. Link & License. Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs. Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
Deep beneath the frozen waters of Lake Baikal, the deepest freshwater lake on Earth, Soviet military divers allegedly encountered something that should not exist. According to a strange Cold War–era story circulating among Russian military circles and later cryptozoology communities, a group of Soviet divers exploring the depths of Lake Baikal in the 1980s reported encountering large humanoid swimmers wearing reflective silver suits moving silently through the dark water. Lake Baikal is not just any lake. Located in Siberia, it is the deepest and oldest freshwater lake on the planet, plunging over 1,600 meters (5,300 feet) into darkness. Its ecosystem is unique, hosting thousands of endemic species that evolved in isolation for millions of years. But what the divers allegedly saw was something far beyond unusual wildlife. According to the report, the divers encountered three massive humanoid figures, estimated to be nearly three meters tall, moving effortlessly in the frigid depths. These entities were described as wearing metallic suits and helmet-like head coverings, yet the divers claimed they saw no obvious breathing apparatus. The beings reportedly swam with incredible speed and control despite the extreme pressure and near-freezing temperatures of Baikal's deep water. Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon Roanoke Gaming: https://www.youtube.com/@UCs8lYkna2S6DkcHO9o2008A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roanokegaming/ Twitter: https://x.com/RoannokeGaming Thank you for watching Roanoke tales Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work! The story becomes even stranger when Soviet command allegedly ordered the divers to attempt to capture one of the creatures using a weighted net. When the divers moved to intercept the humanoids, they were reportedly hit with a powerful force or pressure wave, violently propelling them upward toward the surface. Several divers allegedly suffered severe decompression injuries, a dangerous condition caused by ascending too quickly from deep water. While the authenticity of this report remains controversial, the story raises fascinating biological and evolutionary questions. Could an aquatic humanoid species theoretically evolve in an isolated environment like Lake Baikal? What adaptations would be necessary for an organism to survive at those depths? In this video, we break down the Lake Baikal humanoid swimmer incident from both a scientific and speculative perspective. We'll explore the extreme conditions of the lake's deep ecosystem, including crushing pressure, low light levels, and near-freezing temperatures. We'll also examine how real deep-water organisms adapt to these environments and whether any evolutionary pathway could realistically produce a large, intelligent aquatic organism capable of maneuvering through Baikal's abyssal depths. We'll also discuss the history of Soviet deep-water exploration, how Cold War secrecy helped fuel strange rumors, and why stories like this continue to circulate in cryptozoology and unexplained mystery communities today. Were the Soviet divers misinterpreting a natural phenomenon in the darkness of the lake? Could the story be an exaggerated military anecdote that evolved into modern folklore? Or does Lake Baikal still hide unknown creatures adapted to one of the most extreme freshwater environments on Earth? Let's dive into the mystery. #LakeBaikal #Cryptids #DeepSeaMysteries
Grab your copy The Book: How to rebuild civilization: https://mdsh.io/roanoketales Get 10% off with promo code ROANOKE10 What if a group of researchers in the 1980s accidentally opened a communication channel across time? One of the strangest pieces of paranormal history ever recorded involves the mysterious Dodleston Messages—a bizarre case where a computer in rural England allegedly began receiving communications from someone living in the 1500s, and later from another individual claiming to exist in the 2100s. In this video we break down the full story, analyze the evidence, and explore the scientific, historical, and speculative explanations behind one of the most unsettling time-communication mysteries ever documented. The Dodleston case began in 1984, when a teacher and his colleagues claimed that a BBC Micro computer started receiving messages from an unknown entity calling himself "Lukas." The messages were written in Middle English, describing life in the 16th century, complete with archaic spelling and references to historical events. Even stranger, the computer reportedly later received transmissions from another entity named "2109," who claimed to be communicating from the 22nd century and warned of catastrophic global events in humanity's future. Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon Roanoke Gaming: https://www.youtube.com/@UCs8lYkna2S6DkcHO9o2008A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roanokegaming/ Twitter: https://x.com/RoannokeGaming Thank you for watching Roanoke tales Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work! In this episode, we explore whether this was an elaborate hoax, a misunderstood technological anomaly, or something far stranger. Could early computers have accidentally tapped into temporal communication, quantum information leakage, or even something resembling time travel messaging? We'll examine the linguistic evidence behind the messages, the historical accuracy of the 1500s dialect, and the scientific theories that might explain how information could move across time. But the mystery doesn't stop there. The Dodleston Messages connect to broader questions about quantum mechanics, time loops, simulation theory, and the possibility that information can travel through spacetime in ways we don't fully understand. We'll explore how this strange case compares to famous science fiction ideas seen in films, animation, and speculative storytelling—where characters communicate across timelines, dimensions, or parallel worlds. For fans of science explanations, strange internet mysteries, historical anomalies, paranormal cases, and science-fiction lore, this story sits at the intersection of history, physics, technology, and storytelling. We'll break down the evidence, separate myth from fact, and explore the speculative possibilities behind one of the most bizarre computer mysteries ever recorded. Was the Dodleston computer truly communicating with someone from the 1500s and the 2100s, or is this simply one of the most creative hoaxes in early internet history? Let's analyze the lore, examine the science, and see what might really be happening behind the messages. #TimeTravel #UnsolvedMysteries #StrangeHistory #hungrymindsbooks, #thelastbook, #hungryminds, #hungrymindslastbook
The Patina fights to save the Knight, continues the goodbye tour, and tries to convince a nice old lady to adopt like 5 orphans. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol. Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - Dripping (Zoom) » Dripping, Slow, A.wav by InspectorJ. Link & License. - "Sekalaiset Miscellaneous » Sähköisiä räsähdyksiä / Electrical, short crackling, cracking, hissing sounds, like short-circuit, electric fault or electric shock, a close sound" by YleArkisto. Link & License. - Parking Garage - Metal Door - Slam by soundadvices. Link & License. - ping ching ring sword-clang thing (long tail).wav by Timbre. Link & License. - Books Falling by theshaggyfreak. Link & License. - "Flag of No Country" by Julia Kent. Link & License. - Spirit of Freedom (ID 1430) – Remastered by Lobo Loco. Link & License. - What Do You Think About When You're Driving Your Car? by Doctor Turtle. Link & License. Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs. Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
It's time to start finishing tasks and tying up loose ends. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol. Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - Dripping (Zoom) » Dripping, Slow, A.wav by InspectorJ. Link & License. - Welding-001.wav by tosha73. Link & License. - Recognize Greatness by The Oracle Of St. Vincent. Link & License. - Remember Alexis Zorbas (ID 1340) by Lobo Loco. Link & License. Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs. Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
Discoveries are made, therapy accidentally happens, and old friends catch up. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol. Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - Big Water by Sergey Cheremisinov. Link & License. - Today's Special: Jam Tomorrow by Doctor Turtle. Link & License. - Which That Is This? (Long Version) by Doctor Turtle. Link & License. - Love After Midnight (ID 701) by Lobo Loco. Link & License. Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs. Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
For over a century, mysterious glowing orbs have appeared over the forests of North Carolina — lights that move with intelligence, defy scientific explanation, and leave witnesses questioning reality itself. The Brown Mountain Lights are one of America's most famous unsolved paranormal phenomena, but what are they really? In this episode, we dive deep into the chilling mystery of the Brown Mountain Lights, exploring the documented sightings, historical accounts, scientific investigations, and the strange lore surrounding these unexplained glowing spheres. Are these lights natural atmospheric phenomena, plasma formations, or something far more disturbing hiding in the wilderness? We break down the history of sightings dating back to early Native American legends, Civil War reports, and modern eyewitness encounters describing floating lights, intelligent movement patterns, and eerie behaviors that challenge conventional physics. Through detailed analysis, we examine geological explanations, piezoelectric effects, swamp gas theories, ball lightning, and tectonic stress luminescence — while also exploring the possibility of unknown natural processes or unexplained entities. Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon Roanoke Gaming: https://www.youtube.com/@UCs8lYkna2S6DkcHO9o2008A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roanokegaming/ Twitter: https://x.com/RoannokeGaming Thank you for watching Roanoke tales Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work! This video explores the science behind unexplained lights, atmospheric anomalies, electromagnetic phenomena, and environmental conditions that could create luminous orbs. We also examine speculation involving interdimensional activity, paranormal entities, cryptid connections, and hidden government experiments. Could the Brown Mountain Lights represent a natural process science has yet to fully understand, or do they point toward something beyond current human knowledge? We analyze eyewitness testimony, photographic evidence, and research conducted by the United States Geological Survey and other investigators who attempted to explain the phenomenon. Why do the lights appear in specific locations? Why do they seem to react to observers? And why has no definitive explanation been confirmed despite decades of study? If you enjoy deep dives into unexplained mysteries, paranormal phenomena, cryptids, supernatural encounters, and scientific speculation, this Roanoke Tales investigation explores the evidence, theories, and lore surrounding one of the most famous unexplained events in American history. From atmospheric physics to folklore, from scientific theory to unsettling speculation, we uncover what might truly be happening on Brown Mountain — and why the lights continue to appear. Some mysteries refuse to stay buried. #BrownMountainLights #ParanormalMystery #UnexplainedPhenomena
The Patina each fights their own flavor of battles - Birdie's is with kettle corn. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol. Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - Paused Organ by thedutchmancreative. Link & License. - SFXsource.com-free-heartbeat-sound-effect.mp3 by SFXsource.com. Link & License. - WALLA Ballpark Applause Short 05 by AshFox. Link & License. - Dripping (Zoom) » Dripping, Slow, A.wav by InspectorJ. Link & License. - Happy Greece Traveling (ID 1339) by Lobo Loco. Link & License. - Death Valley (ID 1001) - Remastered by Lobo Loco. Link & License. Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs. Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
What happens when a routine drive turns into a nightmare encounter with something that doesn't look human? In this deep dive, we examine the chilling North Carolina report of a so-called Pale Crawler — a humanoid cryptid described as hairless, elongated, and disturbingly agile — that allegedly leapt into a man's truck. This episode explores the encounter in detail, breaking down eyewitness testimony, behavioral patterns, and the growing body of lore surrounding Pale Crawlers and similar humanoid sightings across the United States. Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon Roanoke Gaming: https://www.youtube.com/@UCs8lYkna2S6DkcHO9o2008A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roanokegaming/ Twitter: https://x.com/RoannokeGaming Thank you for watching Roanoke tales Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work! We analyze what witnesses claim to see when encountering these entities: pale skin stretched over thin limbs, unnatural joint articulation, reflective eyes, and movement patterns that blur the line between animal and human biomechanics. Could this be misidentification, psychological stress, or folklore manifesting in modern storytelling? Or does the Pale Crawler represent a recurring archetype appearing in regional cryptid lore? This video explores the North Carolina incident step-by-step — what was reported, environmental context, witness reaction, and how the encounter compares to other crawler sightings nationwide. We discuss patterns found in humanoid cryptid reports: roadside encounters, vehicle proximity behavior, sudden bursts of speed, and fear responses triggered in witnesses. From a speculative biology perspective, we consider how such a creature would need to function anatomically to move the way observers describe — joint structure, muscle leverage, night vision adaptations, and energy efficiency. We also dive into folklore parallels, examining how crawler-like beings appear in regional myths and modern internet cryptid culture. Are these creatures part of a shared psychological narrative, or something stranger? By connecting eyewitness testimony, environmental factors, and speculative science, we explore how stories like this persist — and why they grip the imagination. Whether you view the Pale Crawler as a cryptid, modern folklore, or psychological phenomenon, this breakdown offers a grounded but open-minded look at one of the more unsettling roadside encounter stories circulating today. Expect lore discussion, speculative biology, and narrative analysis — all presented in a style that balances curiosity with skepticism. #PaleCrawler #CryptidEncounter #NorthCarolina
He was trusted with life at its most fragile moments. He made house calls. He signed death certificates. And for decades, no one questioned the pattern. This video descends into the chilling case of Harold Shipman, often referred to as Dr. Death—a man who may be responsible for more deaths than any other serial killer in recorded history. Not through chaos or violence, but through routine. Through familiarity. Through trust. This is not just the story of a killer. It's the story of how systems fail quietly. We explore the dark psychology, hidden warning signs, and systemic blind spots that allowed Shipman to operate in plain sight for decades. How authority suppresses suspicion. How normalcy becomes camouflage. How death, when it comes gently and repeatedly, stops looking suspicious at all. Rather than focusing only on timelines and body counts, this episode examines the unsettling implications of the case: How many deaths were never questioned because they looked natural How paperwork can become a weapon How trust, once institutionalized, can be exploited without resistance This is a slow-burn descent into a horror that doesn't announce itself. There are no masks. No crime scenes. No dramatic chases. Only quiet rooms. Medical records. And a pattern no one wanted to see. Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon Roanoke Gaming: https://www.youtube.com/@UCs8lYkna2S6DkcHO9o2008A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roanokegaming/ Twitter: https://x.com/RoannokeGaming Thank you for watching Roanoke tales Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work! We also explore the psychological dimensions of Shipman himself—not to explain or excuse, but to understand how someone so unremarkable could become so lethal. Was this about control? Godhood? Routine? Or something colder—something that thrived specifically because it blended in so well? Throughout the video, we treat this case as more than history. We approach it as a warning. A reminder that horror doesn't always look like fear. Sometimes it looks like reassurance. Sometimes it wears a white coat. This episode includes speculative analysis, psychological theory, and unresolved questions, presented not as answers—but as shadows cast by what we know. Because even now, there are deaths tied to Shipman that remain uncertain. And that uncertainty is part of the horror. If you enjoy dark lore, true crime examined through a psychological and existential lens, and stories that linger long after the screen goes dark—this is for you. Some monsters don't hide. They're invited inside. #TrueCrime #DarkLore #RoanokeTales
Birdie starts sharing her feelings about leaving Sasnak with her siblings and Rye tries to fill a power vacuum. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol. Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - Dorcas Breaks The Surface by Doctor Turtle. Link & License. - That Guy's Sky Is Way Too High (long version) by Doctor Turtle. Link & License. Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs. Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
What if one of the most disturbing cryptid encounters ever recorded wasn't just a hallucination—but something watching us from just beyond human understanding? The Smiling Man is one of the most chilling cryptid entities to ever surface online. First reported in the early 2000s, this strange humanoid figure is described as tall, unnaturally thin, moving with jerky mechanical motions, and wearing a frozen, inhuman smile. Witnesses claim the Smiling Man moves as if he is learning how to walk—like a creature trying to imitate human behavior but failing in subtle, horrifying ways. Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon Roanoke Gaming: https://www.youtube.com/@UCs8lYkna2S6DkcHO9o2008A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roanokegaming/ Twitter: https://x.com/RoannokeGaming Thank you for watching Roanoke tales Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work! In this video, we dive deep into the lore, biological implications, and psychological terror behind the Smiling Man cryptid. Is it an interdimensional observer? A failed mimic organism? Or something far darker—an evolutionary offshoot that adapted to hide in plain sight? Reports describe the Smiling Man appearing late at night, watching from sidewalks, standing motionless outside homes, or pacing unnaturally while locking eyes with witnesses. Some claim it vanishes the moment attention is drawn to it, while others say it slowly approaches—never blinking, never speaking, just smiling. From a scientific and biological lens, the Smiling Man raises terrifying questions. Humans evolved facial expressions as social signals, but the Smiling Man's grin appears neurologically disconnected from emotion, suggesting a mimic species that evolved facial motor control without the emotional centers that normally govern them. This could imply a predator that uses social camouflage to lower a victim's threat perception—similar to how some animals fake behaviors to appear non-threatening before striking. The Smiling Man's reported jerky movements resemble motor dysfunction or incomplete neuromuscular development. If real, this could point to a creature whose nervous system is only partially adapted to Earth's gravity or physiology—possibly an off-world organism or interdimensional lifeform that does not fully interface with human muscle coordination. Psychologically, the Smiling Man taps into something primal. The human brain is wired to detect faces and emotional cues. When something looks human but behaves incorrectly, it triggers a deep uncanny valley response, activating the amygdala and fear centers of the brain. This makes encounters feel not just frightening—but fundamentally wrong. Could the Smiling Man be a parasite that studies human behavior, a biological drone sent to observe, or even a thoughtform created by collective fear? Some theorists suggest it may exist between states of matter or consciousness—only visible when certain conditions align. Whether cryptid, hallucination, or something far more disturbing, the Smiling Man remains one of the most haunting humanoid encounters ever documented. This video explores the science, speculation, and hidden biology behind the legend—so you can decide for yourself what's really watching us in the dark. #cryptid #smilingman #roanoketales
In November of 2002, 23-year-old Todd Sees vanished under circumstances so strange that even law enforcement struggled to explain what happened. What began as a routine visit to a remote cabin in Pennsylvania's rugged wilderness quickly spiraled into one of the most unsettling disappearance cases in modern American history. No signs of a struggle. No clear cause of death. And a body found in a location that should have been impossible given the timeline. In this episode of Roanoke Tales, we examine the Todd Sees disappearance from every angle — environmental, physiological, psychological, and speculative. Todd left his truck to retrieve items from a nearby cabin and was never seen alive again. When his body was eventually discovered months later, it was found uphill, miles away, in freezing terrain, with no footwear and no clear explanation for how he got there. Even more disturbing, search dogs and thermal scans had previously cleared the area. So what happened? We'll break down the official explanations and why many find them deeply unsatisfying. From paradoxical undressing and hypothermia-induced confusion, to terrain-based exhaustion models and exposure timelines, we'll look at whether biology alone can explain Todd's final movements. We'll also analyze how long a human body can realistically function under extreme cold, dehydration, and stress — and whether Todd's physiology supports the conclusions drawn. Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon Roanoke Gaming: https://www.youtube.com/@UCs8lYkna2S6DkcHO9o2008A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roanokegaming/ Twitter: https://x.com/RoannokeGaming Thank you for watching Roanoke tales Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work! Todd's disappearance has long been associated with high-strangeness phenomena, including reports of strange lights, missing time, and unexplained activity in the region. The area itself sits within a corridor known for unusual disappearances, environmental anomalies, and long-standing folklore. Could this be coincidence — or something more? This video explores speculative possibilities, including altered mental states, disorientation caused by environmental factors, and why some believe Todd's body may not have been there the entire time. We'll discuss search-and-rescue limitations, human perception under stress, and how certain cases defy traditional logic. Whether you believe this was a tragic accident, a biological failure under extreme conditions, or something that doesn't neatly fit into known explanations, the Todd Sees case remains deeply unsettling. The evidence leaves us with more questions than answers — and that's exactly why this story refuses to fade. If you're interested in unexplained disappearances, missing persons cases, environmental mysteries, and speculative analysis, this is one story you won't want to miss. #UnsolvedMystery #Missing411 #RoanokeTales
As the city recovers and works to resume normal life, the Patina take a moment to discuss their epic victory and continue recovery. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol. Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - Breezy city amb.wav by patchen. Link & License. - Hopefully (ID 515) by Lobo Loco. Link & License. - His Last Share of The Stars by Doctor Turtle. Link & License. - Remember Alexis Zorbas (ID 1340) by Lobo Loco. Link & License. Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs. Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
Hidden beneath the frozen wilderness of Alaska lies one of the most unsettling and least understood anomalies ever reported: the Dark Pyramid of Alaska. Allegedly buried deep underground near Mount McKinley (Denali), this massive, pyramid-shaped structure has been described by whistleblowers, former military personnel, and researchers as larger than the Great Pyramid of Giza—and potentially far older. But what is it doing there, and more importantly… who built it? In this episode of Roanoke Tales, we dive into the origins, theories, and suppressed history surrounding the Dark Pyramid. From declassified military radar anomalies to strange electromagnetic disturbances in the region, Alaska has long been a hotspot for unexplained activity. Some claim the structure emits a powerful energy signature capable of interfering with aircraft instruments, navigation systems, and even human cognition. Others believe it functions as a signal amplifier, energy generator, or containment structure—possibly of non-human origin. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon Roanoke Gaming: https://www.youtube.com/@UCs8lYkna2S6DkcHO9o2008A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roanokegaming/ Twitter: https://x.com/RoannokeGaming Thank you for watching Roanoke tales Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work! We'll explore the geological impossibility of a perfect pyramid forming naturally beneath solid bedrock, as well as the engineering challenges such a structure would pose even to modern technology. Could this be evidence of an advanced ancient civilization, a remnant of a lost pre-Ice Age culture, or something far more disturbing? Some theories connect the Dark Pyramid to global ley lines, Antarctica's hidden structures, and similar underground anomalies detected via satellite and ground-penetrating radar. From a scientific perspective, we'll examine how massive subterranean structures could influence magnetic fields, seismic readings, and neurological responses in humans. Reports of disorientation, missing time, and abnormal animal behavior near the region raise questions about whether the pyramid is dormant—or still active. Is it a machine? A beacon? Or a relic meant to stay buried? This video blends forbidden archaeology, speculative science, military secrecy, and cosmic horror, connecting Alaska's Dark Pyramid to a broader pattern of hidden structures scattered across the planet. As always, we separate what can be reasonably inferred from what remains firmly in the realm of theory—letting you decide where the truth may lie. If ancient technology was real… If history is incomplete… Then the Dark Pyramid of Alaska may be one of the most important discoveries humanity was never meant to find. #AncientMysteries #ForbiddenArchaeology #RoanokeTales
The Paria Diving Disaster remains one of the most chilling and mysterious deep-sea tragedies ever recorded — a story that blends real-world terror, unexplained events, and decades of evolving lore. In today's episode of Roanoke Tales, we'll be uncovering the full story behind the disaster, the hidden details people overlook, and the darker implications that have kept this event alive in online horror communities for years. This video covers everything from the official timeline to the strange anomalies reported before communication was lost, and why so many people believe the Paria region hides far more than just dangerous currents. We'll explore how the disaster occurred, the technical failures, the missteps, and the chain of events that turned a routine dive into one of the most infamous underwater incidents of all time. But we aren't stopping at the surface-level explanation. This episode dives deep into the lore surrounding Paria — the legends, theories, online interpretations, and fan-made expansions that suggest something else was at play. From unexplained lights in the water to accounts of distorted audio logs and contradictory survivor testimonies, the disaster has grown into a cultural mythos that continues to evolve with every retelling. Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work! We'll also examine the storytelling impact of this event across film, animation, and digital media. Artists and creators have taken the Paria Disaster and transformed it into something larger than life: atmospheric recreations, animated breakdowns, symbolic interpretations, and cinematic retellings that highlight its haunting ambiguity. The disaster's visual language — from flickering underwater lights to the oppressive darkness of the deep — has become a foundation for countless eerie adaptations. In this video, we'll connect the most popular theories, compare real-world diving risks with the exaggerated lore that has grown over time, and look at how the internet has twisted the Paria Disaster into a legend that feels more supernatural with each retelling. Whether it was equipment failure, environmental instability, or something entirely unexplainable… every angle goes under the microscope. We'll explore: – The true sequence of events leading up to the disaster – The communication blackout that still raises questions – How creators interpret the dive in film and animation – Theories connecting the Paria region to other maritime mysteries – Fan speculation that ties the event into a larger narrative – What makes the Paria Disaster such a perfect storm for online horror #PariaDivingDisaster #DeepSeaHorror #RoanokeGamingStyle
The Lake Bodom murders remain one of the most chilling unsolved cases in true crime and horror history — a peaceful Finnish lakeside campsite turned into a nightmare of blood, mystery, and unanswered questions. In this video, we dive deep into the horrifying events of June 5, 1960, when four teenagers camping by Lake Bodom were attacked by an unknown assailant… and only one survived. Who — or what — stalked the shores of this quiet lake in the early morning hours? And why did the killer leave such a bizarre crime scene behind? Today we break down the events minute-by-minute, explore police reports, examine forensic evidence, and look at theories ranging from a jealous lover to an escaped convict… all the way to the unsettling possibility that the murderer was someone the victims trusted. But this isn't just a recounting — we're going Roanoke-style: ► Behavior analysis and psychology of the killer ► Biological breakdown of injuries and forensic clues ► Speculation on motive, crime-scene anomalies, & mysterious survivor behavior ► Witness contradictions and eerie silence of the surrounding area ► Historical investigation failures + modern DNA attempts This case feels almost designed to never be solved — contradictory eyewitness accounts, destroyed evidence, and a survivor whose story has shifted over time. Even decades later, investigators still debate whether the killer was a human predator… or something darker hiding in the forest that morning. If you enjoy true crime mixed with forensic science, survival analysis, and deep-dive storytelling, this breakdown will take you right into the heart of one of Europe's most terrifying mysteries — where nature meets horror, and silence hides the truth. Was this an intimate crime of passion, a thrill kill, or the work of someone who simply vanished back into the woods… never to be seen again? Let's break down the evidence, the suspects, and the chilling theories that still haunt Lake Bodom to this day. Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales! Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work! Like, subscribe, and let's explore the truth together—because in cases like these, the horror isn't always supernatural. Sometimes, the monster is real. #TrueCrime #LakeBodom #UnsolvedMystery
The battle is heating up for the Patina and it's starting to take a toll. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol. Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - gunshot.wav by mark646. Link & License. - catapult.wav by cetsoundcrew. Link & License. - artninja__custom_rock_impact_sound_pt4_03122026 by ArtNinja. Link & License. - The Beauty of Maths by Meydӓn. Link & License. - Principles in Action by David Hilowitz. Link & License. Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs. Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
What if Brazil had its very own Roswell? In this deep-dive, we're taking on the Varginha Incident—the legendary 1996 UFO case that shook Brazil and the world with claims of extraterrestrial life, government cover-ups, and terrifying creature sightings. Eyewitnesses reported strange beings with red eyes, oily skin, and inhuman movements roaming the streets of Varginha, a small city in Minas Gerais. Soldiers and police were allegedly dispatched, strange craft were spotted in the skies, and the aftermath left many asking: was this a true alien encounter, or a case of mass hysteria mixed with military secrecy? In true Roanoke Gaming fashion, this video goes beyond surface-level storytelling. We'll break down the biology of the alleged creatures, exploring what adaptations could explain their alien physiology—from their reported sulfuric odor, to their crouched posture, to their shining eyes that seemed almost adapted to low-light environments. Could these beings have been extraterrestrial organisms surviving in Earth's atmosphere, or something else entirely? We'll connect these accounts with known science, speculative xenobiology, and even comparisons to famous depictions in film and animation, from The X-Files to District 9 to Neon Genesis Evangelion. But the lore doesn't stop there. The Varginha case spawned decades of conspiracy theories, whispers of military autopsies, hidden bodies, and government denials eerily similar to Roswell. We'll discuss the mythology surrounding UFO encounters in Latin America, how cultural beliefs shaped the story, and why the case continues to inspire documentaries, books, and animated adaptations to this day. Was this an actual alien visitation, a top-secret military mishap, or something stranger—an intersection of science, culture, and human imagination? Expect speculation, discussion, and connected ideas that link Varginha to broader UFO lore, alien abduction cases, and cryptid-like encounters across the globe. Whether you're into film analysis, speculative biology, or mysterious real-world events, this video brings it all together in a way only Roanoke Gaming can—combining science, lore, and storytelling into one captivating exploration. Join me as we piece together witness reports, official denials, and biological speculation to answer one question: did something truly otherworldly land in Brazil in 1996, or is this just another chapter in humanity's obsession with the unknown? Get ready, because this is not just another UFO story—this is the Varginha Incident, explained, dissected, and connected to science and pop culture like never before. Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales! Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work! #AlienLore #UFOIncident #ScienceExplained
The Patina is making progress on their objectives, but things are starting to get dangerous in the chaos. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol. Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - Centerfire_Rifle_Gun_Shot_01.wav by MATRIXXX_. Link & License. - gunshot.wav by mark646. Link & License. - Wire explosions / vibrations (slow) by mlteenie. Link & License. - Barbed Wire.wav by Benboncan. Link & License. - Car Crash Elements Sideswipe 01 by PNMCarrieRailfan. Link & License. - custom_metal_crash_with_glass_debris_03022026 by Arttninja. Link & License. - Crash Mix Combine 02 by PNMCarrieRailfan. Link & License. - pile driver loop 02.wav by klankbeeId. Link & License. - wilhelm_scream.wav by Syna-Max. Link & License. Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs. Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
What happens when a centuries-old legend collides with modern firepower? In 1988, American soldiers stationed at an airbase in Germany came face-to-face with something that should not exist: the Morbach Monster. A creature said to be born of blood, curses, and folklore, yet somehow witnessed by trained men with weapons — and even their firepower couldn't bring it down. Was it a werewolf? A spirit bound to the land? Or a terrifying case of mass hysteria fueled by old European myths? In this video, we'll dive into the full story of the Morbach Monster — from the chilling legend of the soldier cursed to roam as a wolf after his death, to the reported encounter by U.S. servicemen who swore they saw the beast running across the perimeter fence. We'll piece together what soldiers claimed, how the base reacted, and why local folklore insists the monster can never be destroyed. Even modern hunters, trackers, and weapons failed to stop it. And the question remains: was this truly a werewolf, or something darker? We'll also explore how the Morbach Monster fits into the larger tradition of European werewolf myths, from Germanic folklore to cinematic depictions that shaped how we see werewolves on the big screen today. This isn't just about a single sighting — it's about the crossroad between folklore, film, and fear, where history and horror blend together. As always, we'll speculate on the biological possibilities of a creature like this. Could a disease, genetic mutation, or unknown predator account for the eyewitness accounts? Or is this one of those rare moments where ancient superstition and modern military collide to remind us that we don't know everything lurking in the dark? Whether you're fascinated by creature lore, military mysteries, or just love a good horror story that makes you look twice into the woods, this is one legend you don't want to miss. Grab your flashlight, check the fence line, and get ready for a chilling breakdown of one of Germany's most enduring cryptid tales. If you love folklore, horror movies, animation, and cryptid legends, make sure you stick around — because this one has everything: a real sighting, an unstoppable monster, and soldiers who could not explain what they saw. Click play, and let's explore why the Morbach Monster continues to terrify to this day. Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales! Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work! #Werewolf #Folklore #Horror
Deep in the heart of Atchison, Kansas—where shadows fall a little too long and the wind carries voices not its own—stands the infamous Sallie House, a place where legends were carved into the plaster with unseen hands, and the past never learned how to die. They say it began with a little girl named Sallie, a child who never left. In the old doctor's house, where she took her last breath under the knife, pain seeped into the walls like rot in the bones. But what if the story you've heard is only the surface of something darker? Much like the cursed fates in the Roanoke Colony, those who dared enter the Sallie House felt themselves slowly erased. Paranormal investigators, skeptics turned believers, even hardened ghost hunters have fled in fear, marked with scratches, burns, and whispers that clawed at their sanity. The air smells of copper and sorrow. Toys move on their own. Doors slam without cause. The house does not want you there—it needs you to know it's alive. Was Sallie a ghost… or something far older wearing the face of innocence? The Sallie House has become one of the most terrifying and searchable haunted locations in the U.S., drawing thousands of thrill-seekers, paranormal experts, and curious minds each year. But don't let the daylight fool you. What hides in that house waits for the silence, waits for you to ask its name… and hopes you're alone when you do. Dare to uncover the truth before your time runs out. #SallieHouseHaunting #ParanormalKansas #TrueAmericanHorror Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales! Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work!
The Patina continues to hold back the mercenary incursion in a very distracting way while they work to get the city back on the move. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol. Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - ExplosionBombBlastAmbientE.wav by Zimbot. Link & License. - "Ricochet" by ValhallaProject. Link & License. - gunshot.wav by mark646. Link & License. - Metal_heavy_punch_with_crunch_and_glass_debris_sounds_08242024 by Artninja. Link & License. - "Flag of No Country" by Julia Kent. Link & License. - Running Eiskrokodil (ID 01) - Remastered by Lobo Loco. Link & License. Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs. Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
Discover the chilling mysteries of Billie Creek, Indiana, one of the most haunted towns in the Midwest, in this in-depth exploration of its supernatural lore and paranormal activity. From ghost sightings and eerie legends to abandoned buildings and unexplained phenomena, this video dives deep into the hauntings of Billie Creek, uncovering stories that have terrified locals for generations. If you're fascinated by ghost stories, haunted locations, true crime, and creepy legends, you'll want to stick around as we analyze the history and the folklore that surround this mysterious Indiana town. We'll explore reports of spectral apparitions, shadow figures, and haunted houses, blending historical research with speculative discussions and scientific perspectives to understand the chilling events reported here. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon Thank you for watching Roanoke tales and I hope you enjoy The Black Eyed Demon Of Billie Creek Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work! Throughout this video, we'll cover: The most infamous haunted locations in Billie Creek and the ghost stories that make them notorious. Eyewitness accounts of paranormal activity including cold spots, strange noises, and full-bodied apparitions. The history of Billie Creek, Indiana, and how the town's past may have contributed to its haunted reputation. Urban legends and folklore surrounding the town, including tales passed down through generations. Speculative discussions connecting true crime, unsolved mysteries, and supernatural events in the area. Scientific perspectives on hauntings, including psychology, environmental factors, and the science behind paranormal experiences. For fans of horror, animation storytelling, and creepy history, this video also examines how legend and folklore intertwine with modern interpretations of ghost sightings, making Billie Creek a perfect case study for both casual enthusiasts and serious paranormal researchers. We'll connect the dots between historical events, local legends, and modern encounters to offer a rich narrative full of suspense, mystery, and speculative insight. Whether you're a fan of true crime, paranormal investigations, haunted places, or creepy stories with a scientific twist, this video provides an engaging and informative journey into one of Indiana's most haunted towns. You'll learn about the ghosts, spirits, and unexplained occurrences that have puzzled residents and investigators alike, and gain a deeper understanding of how folklore, fear, and history combine to create enduring tales of the supernatural. Join us as we speculate, theorize, and analyze the hauntings of Billie Creek, Indiana, blending storytelling, historical research, and scientific curiosity. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on more videos exploring haunted locations, creepy legends, true crime mysteries, and paranormal science. #HauntedIndiana #GhostStories #paranormalinvestigation
This episode originally aired on May 17, 2024.It's GDC week, so most devs are out of town! But it makes for a good excuse to revisit an older episode that I've heard a bunch of people say they really enjoyed featuring environment artist Sophie Stübinger. Since this episode aired, Sophie's worked on the recent Double Fine game Keeper and is currently doing environment art over at Anchor Point Studios! Check out what she had to say about Party Animals and some of her other previous work here. With music from Pixelization!LINKS:
The Patina charges into battle and begins wreaking havoc. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol. Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - "Ricochet" by ValhallaProject. Link & License. - Parking Garage - Metal Door - Slam by soundadvices. Link & License. - Metal_heavy_punch_with_crunch_and_glass_debris_sounds_08242024 by Artninja. Link & License. - Won-t-Be-Stoppin by Ketsa. Link & License. - Whoosh by Crowander. Link & License. Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs. Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
What if there really was a gateway to Hell hiding in the forests of Europe? Welcome to Houska Castle, one of the creepiest and most mysterious fortresses in the world. Built in the Czech Republic during the 13th century, this castle is shrouded in chilling lore, paranormal legends, and true crime-style horror stories that have fascinated believers and skeptics alike for centuries. In this video, we're diving headfirst into the dark history of Houska Castle, unraveling why so many believe it was constructed to seal off a bottomless pit crawling with demons. You'll hear about prisoners lowered into the hole who emerged broken and insane, occult rituals tied to the site, and the eerie lack of defensive purpose in its design. Was this castle really built to keep invaders out—or to keep something far more sinister locked inside? Expect a full mix of creepy storytelling, speculative discussion, and science-driven breakdowns. We'll connect the castle's haunting legends to horror films, paranormal psychology, and the cultural obsession with Hell gates, haunted castles, and cursed places. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales! Wendigo illustration made by Tania Sanchez-Fortun. Here are the links! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tania_sanchezfortun_art/ Cara ; https://cara.app/tsanchezfortun Artstation : https://www.artstation.com/taniasanchezfortun Go and check out his work! Here's what you'll discover: The spine-chilling lore and myths surrounding Houska Castle's "gateway to Hell." Disturbing medieval accounts of prisoners used as test subjects in the pit. How the castle connects to demonic legends, occult rituals, and paranormal investigations. Why horror movies, animation, and creepypasta keep returning to this exact type of imagery. The scientific perspective: geology, psychology, and cultural storytelling behind the myths. Speculative theories tying it all together—blending history, fear, and modern curiosity. If you're into creepy stories, true crime psychology, horror movies, and animated explorations of dark legends, this deep dive is for you. We'll break down how folklore becomes horror, why certain places become mythologized as gateways to the underworld, and what that reveals about human fear itself. By the end, you'll see why Houska Castle is still called one of the most haunted and terrifying locations on Earth—and why its legend as a gateway to Hell continues to capture imaginations across history, film, and science. Step inside… if you dare. #HauntedCastle #GatewayToHell #ParanormalMysteries
The Patina regroups and brings out the big guns.Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol.Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - Memories in Love (ID 1144) by Lobo Loco. Link & License. - Carrot Sticks by Doctor Turtle. Link & License.Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs.Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
The Patina battles mercenaries and unravels the heart of Sasnak Traveling.Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol.Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - gunshot.wav by mark646. Link & License. - " Bangs and Explosions » Explosion_001.mp3 " by cydon. Link & License. - Sundial_Bridge_03_cable_13.flac by DAAyer. Link & License. - The Leopard by Julia Kent. Link & License. - Long Story by Sergey Cheremisinov. Link & License.Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs.Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
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The Patina continues trying to save Sasnak Traveling while simultaneously dismantling the city's innermost security protocols.Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol.Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - gunshot.wav by mark646. Link & License. - Centerfire_Rifle_Gun_Shot_01.wav by MATRIXXX_. License. - Sword Shing 19 by Department64. Link & License. - White Atlantis by Sergey Cheremisinov. Link & License. - The Signals by Sergey Cheremisinov. Link & License.Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs.Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
After reaching the core, the Patina rebandages wounds and begins their task of hacking into the city.Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol.Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - Labyrinth by Sergey Cheremisinov. Link & License. - What Is It I Know by The Oracle Of St. Vincent. Link & License.Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs.Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
The Patina reluctantly returns to the Guts to reach the city core.Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol.Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - Breezy city amb.wav by patchen. Link & License. - Ricochet metal 3.wav by CGEffex. Link & License. - Comets and Sparks by Sergey Chersmisinov. Link & License. - Endearing Curl by Blue Dot Sessions. Link & License.Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs.Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
The Patina has a tense negotiation and the city fights back.Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol.Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - "Sekalaiset Miscellaneous » Sähköisiä räsähdyksiä / Electrical, short crackling, cracking, hissing sounds, like short-circuit, electric fault or electric shock, a close sound" by YleArkisto. Link & License. - "Ricochet" by ValhallaProject. Link & License. - Big Water by Sergey Cheremisinov. Link & License. - Lac des Arcs by Julia Kent. Link & License.Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs.Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
The Patina runs into more trouble as they try to reach the city core.Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol.Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - Metal_heavy_punch_with_crunch_and_glass_debris_sounds_08242024 by Artninja. Link & License. - Whistle, Finger, Long, A.wav by InspectorJ. Link & License. - explosive_punchy_rock_impacts_fate_stay_night_HF_inspired_11162025 by Artninja. Link & License. - gunshot.wav by mark646. Link & License. - Running Eiskrokodil (ID 01) - Remastered by Lobo Loco. Link & License. - Recognize Greatness by The Oracle Of St. Vincent. Link & License.Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs.Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
===== MDJ Script/ Top Stories for November 14th Publish Date: November 14th Commercial: From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. Today is Friday, November 14th and Happy Birthday to Alec John Such I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Times Journal GHC has highest enrollment growth among state colleges Cobb Sheriff’s Lt. Col. Dewayne Morris laid to rest after lifetime of public service Cobb’s proposed stormwater fee receives mild criticism Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on pesticides All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe! BREAK: MATCH MAGIC GIVEATHON STORY 1: GHC has highest enrollment growth among state colleges Georgia Highlands College is on a roll. Over the past three years, enrollment has jumped 23%, now nearing 6,000 students—a record-breaking pace that’s earned GHC top honors from the USG Board of Regents for the fastest growth among state colleges. “This growth shows how deeply connected we are to the communities we serve,” said President Mike Hobbs. “As Northwest Georgia grows, we’re here to prepare graduates for meaningful careers and help businesses thrive.” Statewide, the University System of Georgia hit an all-time high this fall with 382,142 students, driven by a surge in in-state enrollment. Ready to join? Apply by January at apply.highlands.edu. STORY 2: Cobb Sheriff’s Lt. Col. Dewayne Morris laid to rest after lifetime of public service Dewayne Morris, a man who lived and breathed public service, was laid to rest Tuesday after passing on Nov. 7 at the age of 63. A lieutenant colonel with the Cobb Sheriff’s Office and a retired sergeant from Cobb County Police, Morris dedicated his life to law enforcement. From his early days at Powder Springs PD to his decades with Cobb Police—where he earned two Meritorious Service medals—he was known for his leadership, grit, and heart. But Dewayne wasn’t just a cop. He loved fast cars, Diet Mountain Dew, Little Debbies, and cheering for the Braves and Hawks. He never met a stranger. A true hero. STORY 3: Cobb’s proposed stormwater fee receives mild criticism Cobb County’s proposed $4.75 monthly stormwater fee is back on the table, but this time, the backlash is quieter—at least for now. Last year, the idea sparked packed meetings and fiery opposition. This week? A handful of speakers, mostly supportive or cautiously critical. The fee would nearly double the stormwater budget, funding overdue repairs, new equipment, and even regional detention projects. Homeowners would pay $4.75 a month, while businesses, churches, and schools would be charged based on impervious surfaces. Critics still call it a “tax,” and some HOAs argue they’re being double-billed. A final vote is set for Nov. 20. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info. We’ll be right back. Break: STRAND THEATRE STORY 4: Peer-led mental health center coming to Marietta’s First Presbyterian A new drop-in mental health center is set to open at First Presbyterian Church near Marietta Square, offering something rare: a space for connection, not just treatment. Run by NAMI Cobb, the center will focus on peer-led therapy—think group activities, coffee chats, and one-on-one support with trained specialists who’ve been there. “It’s about community,” said Neill Blake, NAMI Cobb’s programs director. “Sometimes, just coffee and conversation can be life-changing.” Opening early next year, the free center will feature art therapy, games, meditation, and more. For those battling isolation, it’s a lifeline. “Loneliness makes everything worse,” Blake added. “This could save lives.” STORY 5: OUT AND ABOUT: 5 things to do this weekend in Cobb County — Nov. 14 - 16 Atlanta Opera: ‘La Traviata’ This weekend’s your last chance to catch Verdi’s La Traviata at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Performances are Friday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 3:30 p.m. It’s sung in Italian (don’t worry, there are subtitles) and runs about 2.5 hours. Tickets start at $35—grab yours at atlantaopera.org. World of Illumination: Candy Rush Six Flags White Water in Marietta transforms into a glowing wonderland starting Friday! The World of Illumination’s Candy Rush drive-thru features gingerbread villages, sugar plum fairies, and more. Open select nights through Jan. 4, 6–10 p.m. Tickets: $39–$49. Details at their website. ‘Sanders Family Christmas’ at The Strand The Strand Theatre’s Sanders Family Christmas continues this weekend. Expect music, laughs, and a little inspiration with Pastor Oglethorpe and the Sanders Family. Shows: Friday/Saturday at 3 & 8 p.m., Sunday at 3 p.m. Tickets: $41–$54. Big Shanty Bazaar Step into the Renaissance this Saturday at Kennesaw’s Art Station! From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., enjoy artisans, live music, axe throwing, archery, and even pony rides. Free admission, plus early visitors snag commemorative gifts. NFC Fight Night at The Battery Ready for some action? Live MMA fights hit The Battery Atlanta this Friday. Doors open at 6 p.m., fights start at 7. Check the Battery’s website for details. And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on pesticides We’ll have closing comments after this. Break: Ingles Markets 8 Signoff- Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at mdjonline.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Produced by the BG Podcast Network Show Sponsors: www.ingles-markets.com Strand Marietta – Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre Cobb Foundation | Nonprofit Empowerment and Collective Giving in Cobb Cobb See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Patina reunites and figures out their next steps during the Battle of Sasnak Traveling.Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol.Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - 12120 collapsing building.wav by Robinhood76. Link & License. - Tramontana by Julia Kent. Link & License. - Glueworm Evening Blues (ID 994) by Lobo Loco. Link & License.Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs.Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
The Patina fight their way back to each other and do some heroics along the way.Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol.Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - 12120 collapsing building.wav by Robinhood76. Link & License. - Riot Crowd Immersed in 5.1 Take 1 by MrProfDrDickweed. Link & License. - Sword Shing 19 by Department64. Link & License. - Rocky Roads by Stefano Vita. Link & License. - Rush by Crowander. Link & License.Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs.Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
It's not the Championship celebration they were expecting, but it's certainly exciting.If you want to learn all about cool and spooky lakes all over the world, go check out Geo on TikTok. It's not at all related to our show, but Sydney asked for announcements for the intro and Cameron said “happy spooky lake month” and now we're here. You're welcome.Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol.Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - Riot Crowd Immersed in 5.1 Take 1 by MrProfDrDickweed. Link & License. - Parking Garage - Metal Door - Slam by soundadvices. Link & License. - "Flag of No Country" by Julia Kent. Link & License. - The Signals by Sergey Cheremisinov. Link & License.Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs.Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord
The Patina shines in the Championship parade as political dealings behind closed doors cause unforeseen chaos.Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io. - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt. - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast. - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube. - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol.Music & Sound Credits: - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com. - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License. - WALLA Ballpark Applause Short 05 by AshFox. Link & License. - WALLA Ballpark Applause Short 01 by AshFox. Link & License. - Cardiff Indoor Market by odilonmarcenaro. Link & License. - Riot Crowd Immersed in 5.1 Take 1 by MrProfDrDickweed. Link & License. - Sleepers by Sergey Cheremisinov. Link & License. - Death Valley (ID 1001) - Remastered by Lobo Loco. Link & License.Art Credits: - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs.Find Us Online: - Our Website - Twitter - Join our Patreon - Join our Discord