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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · 1d

Gearing up for our return to #daggerheart with @hagdealgaming.bsky.social, with a new Strange Patterns RNG from @twafirstlady.bsky.social which lives in this amazing hand-crocheted potion bottle customized for Evelyn! #queenofdaggersheartoffire

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · 6d

Some good old fashioned investigation in this one, folks!

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · 6d

Wherein unsettling rumors emerge from the shipyards.

Chapter 154 "ACCIDENTS" is available now.

Original artwork by @tartarsaucecomics.bsky.social. Featuring @dizzyk.bsky.social, @janefury.bsky.social, and @leanmcrob.bsky.social.

#ttrpg #audiofiction #actualplay #pathfinderrpg

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · 13d

A sylph, a city, a scry, and some ratcatching competition for the Dabs...

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · 13d

Wherein some lost friend cannot be easily found.

Chapter 153 "ABSENCE" is available now.

Original art by @tartarsaucecomics.bsky.social. Featuring @dizzyk.bsky.social, @janefury.bsky.social, and @leanmcrob.bsky.social.

#ttrpg #audiofiction #actualplay #pathfinderrpg

Backup Buddies Stazi and Standhope's featureless blacks silhouettes are highlighted in a yellow glow against a dark gray stone wall.

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · 18d

lol

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · 20d

When you assumin, you make an ass out of U-M-I-N.

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · 20d

Wherein the face the fiend.

Chapter 152 "ADVERSARY" is available.

Original artwork by @tartarsaucecomics.bsky.social. Featuring @dizzyk.bsky.social, @janefury.bsky.social, and @leanmcrob.bsky.social.

#ttrpg #pathfinderrpg #audiofiction #actualplay

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · 24d

Nheb is the new Ratch Mamby…

crazyc273.bsky.social @crazyc273.bsky.social · 24d

@darknexuspod.bsky.social you all are amazing storytellers. I have just caught up and have loved the story and got so many ideas how to be a better GM. Also we need more Neb.

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 25d

BEST BIG CITY IN THE US 9 YEARS IN A ROW.

While critics try to paint Chicago as something to fear, the rest of the world knows the truth — this is the best big city in America.

Best Big City: Chicago Wins Award 9th Year in a Row

Learn why Chicago was voted the Best Big City for the 9th consecutive year by exploring our vibrant culture, welcoming inclusion, and so much more.

www.choosechicago.com

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · 26d

...aaaaaaaand we're back.

(possibly, maybe, have some tissues handy for this one)

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · 26d

Wherein they rejoin the waking world.

Act IV begins with Chapter 151 "AWAKENINGS"

Original artwork by @tartarsaucecomics.bsky.social. Episode features @dizzyk.bsky.social, @janefury.bsky.social, and @leanmcrob.bsky.social.

#ttrpg #audiofiction #actualplay #pathfinderrpg

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · 28d

It begins again.

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · 28d

Act IV begins on Monday.

#ttrpg #actualplay #audiofiction #pathfinderrpg

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · Oct 3

It took us over 2 years to hit 25,000, and we doubled that number in basically less than a year. What are you waiting for? Join us!

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · Oct 3

It's fitting to hit a big milestone 3 days before we kick off Act IV, friends.

Celebrate by spreading the word or checking out our merch store! darknexuspodcast.threadless.com If you don’t see your favorite artwork available, just let us know !

#ttrpg #pathfinderrpg #audiofiction #actualplay

Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · Sep 29

Spoiler -- three unique tags at the end of this episode, friends!

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · Sep 29

In a special episode, we recap the past as we race towards Act IV, starting one week from today!

Featuring @dizzyk.bsky.social, @janefury.bsky.social, and @leanmcrob.bsky.social. Featuring artwork by @tartarsaucecomics.bsky.social

#ttrpg #actualplay #audiofiction #pathfinderrpg

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · Sep 22

This is a fun one. We'll be back next week with a Recap and Review of Act III, and then the week after that...ACT IV BEGINS!!!

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · Sep 22

Wherein we A your Qs!

Featuring @dizzyk.bsky.social, @janefury.bsky.social, and @leanmcrob.bsky.social.

#ttrpg #actualplay #audiofiction #pathfinderrpg

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · Sep 15

Fun bonus content today before we drag you all back into the weird horror charm of Act IV!

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · Sep 15

Double episode drop today! Conversations with the crew as we wrap Act III and prepare for Act IV in a couple of weeks!

Original art by @tartarsaucecomics.bsky.social. Featuring @leanmcrob.bsky.social, @dizzyk.bsky.social, and @janefury.bsky.social.

#ttrpg #audiofiction #pathfinderrpg #actualplay

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · Sep 12

Sound the RETREAT!

Hag Deal Gaming @hagdealgaming.bsky.social · Sep 12

Despite various illnesses, here at last is part of our punchy happy IN-PERSON chat last month. Please enjoy the Chicago Coven as we discuss breaking the game before it begins, and plotting to arrive places uninvited. #daggerheart #queenofdaggersheartoffire

www.hagdealgaming.com/db-5-prologu...

DB #5 Prologue Dice! Homebrew Mechanics & Collaborative Storytelling

Duality BItes, Chicago-Style [Part 1]

www.hagdealgaming.com

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · Sep 10

We're halfway there, friends. Thanks for listening!

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · Sep 10

Where it started...and how it's going.

We hit the halfway mark in our big adventure this week, with massive revelations and at least one goodbye.

Still time to comment with your Questions for our upcoming Q+A ep.

Art by @tartarsaucecomics.bsky.social

#ttrpg #pathfinderrpg #actualplay

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · Sep 8

You want to meet a real-life wizard?

In this ep, @dizzyk.bsky.social says, "The past three years have all come down to this." But it's actually more like seven years in the making. And it shows. His care and attention to detail is all over this thing.

He's the best in the biz, folks. Enjoy.

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · Sep 8

Wherein the remember.

Chapter 150 "NARRATIVE, PART III" is available now.

Original artwork by @tartarsaucecomics.bsky.social. Featuring @dizzyk.bsky.social, @janefury.bsky.social, and @leanmcrob.bsky.social.

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · Sep 1

...whoever survives gets the body, y'all.

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · Sep 1

Wherein they face the past.

Chapter 150 "NARRATIVE PART II" is available now.

Original art by @tartarsaucecomics.bsky.social. Featuring @dizzyk.bsky.social, @janefury.bsky.social, and @leanmcrob.bsky.social.

#ttrpg #actualplay #audiofiction #pathfinderrpg

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · Aug 25

"The only way to arrive is at the end of your rope."

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · Aug 25

Wherein they let go.

Chapter 150 "NARRATIVE, PART I" is available now.

Original episodic artwork by @tartarsaucecomics.bsky.social. Featuring @dizzyk.bsky.social, @janefury.bsky.social, and @leanmcrob.bsky.social.

#ttrpg #audiofiction #actualplay #pathfinderrpg

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · Aug 18

Y'all, we went back in the studio to start recording Act FOUR (!!!) yesterday, and if you're not caught up...get a-listenin'.

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · Aug 18

Wherein they infiltrate the Lunar Prison.

Chapter 149 "NIMBLE" is available now.

Original episodic artwork by @tartarsaucecomics.bsky.social. Featuring @dizzyk.bsky.social, @janefury.bsky.social, and @leanmcrob.bsky.social.

#ttrpg #audiofiction #actualplay #pathfinderrpg

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Hag Deal Gaming @hagdealgaming.bsky.social · Aug 14

@twafirstlady.bsky.social @asteriathehag.bsky.social and @janefury.bsky.social all in the same physical space??? Two hours of recorded #daggerheart talk must naturally ensue. Thank you #sporclecon for luring us to the same city. #dualitybites #darknexus #queenofdaggersheartoffire #qodcast

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · Aug 11

Best use of a Rod of Lordly Might maybe ever (?) as we Shawshank our way *inside* a horrible prison run by moon beasts to rescue our somewhat imaginary friend.

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · Aug 11

Wherein they fly a purple dragon to the moon.

Chapter 148 "NEARSIDE" is available now.

Original artwork by @tartarsaucecomics.bsky.social. Featuring @dizzyk.bsky.social, @janefury.bsky.social, and @leanmcrob.bsky.social.

#ttrpg #audiofiction #actualplay #pathfinderrpg

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · Aug 4

Mister Wanderlust...

(Can anyone identify the inspirational image for Chapter 147's shudderingly creepy artwork?)

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · Aug 4

Wherein they meet the Bogeyman.

Chapter 147 "NATHANIEL" is available now.

Original artwork by @tartarsaucecomics.bsky.social. Featuring @dizzyk.bsky.social, @janefury.bsky.social, and @leanmcrob.bsky.social

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · Jul 28

Grip doing his best Peer Gynt interpretation this week.

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · Jul 28

Boxed in and surrounded.

Chapter 146 "NIGHTMARES" is available now.

Original art by @tartarsaucecomics.bsky.social. Featuring @dizzyk.bsky.social, @janefury.bsky.social, and @leanmcrob.bsky.social.

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · Jul 21

If this episode were a drinking game, I'd be dead.

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · Jul 21

The dream has changed, again.

Chapter 145 "NEWCOMERS" is available now.

Original artwork by @tartarsaucecomics.bsky.social. Featuring @dizzyk.bsky.social, @janefury.bsky.social, and @leanmcrob.bsky.social.

#ttrpg #audiofiction #actualplay #pathfinderrpg

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Katie McLean @janefury.bsky.social · Jul 14

41 chapters
42 episodes
7 gifts...

...one last sojourn to the Dreamlands.

Join us for the endgame at Act 3!

Dark Nexus @darknexuspod.bsky.social · Jul 14

...and so the Gifts are gathered.

Chapter 144 "NOBLEWOMAN" is available now.

Original art by @tartarsaucecomics.bsky.social. Featuring @dizzyk.bsky.social, @janefury.bsky.social, and @leanmcrob.bsky.social.

#ttrpg #audiofiction #actualplay #pathfinderrpg

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