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Apr 23, 2021
Apr 23, 2021
2 hr 17 min
(Traveller LBB/ Cepheus Engine)
The crew of a banged up Far Trader called The Laughing Fishwife blaze across the Spinward Main in search of profit, treasure, and adventure.
This week: The crew infiltrates the Magneto Dynamics base at the starport. Things turn south rather quickly as they split up to locate Naiito Aiye.
Cast
Steve: GM
Wes: "Earnest" Ernie McHale- Quartermaster, Killin’ Machine, and Fixer
Nick: Doreen Smith- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Navigator, A Very Particular Set of Skills
Rodney: Durbin Echs- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Chief Engieer, Long-term exposure to jump drive coolant causes a slight madness.
Jay: Professor Issac Mac- Back off man, he’s a scientist!
Shawn: Juno Rico- Soldier of Fortune
Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Apr 21, 2021
Apr 21, 2021
49 min
Steve and Rodney make a vow to examine the co-op and solo experience of Ironsworn by Shawn Tomkin. The core rules are available for free at the link below.
Apr 16, 2021
Apr 16, 2021
1 hr 33 min
(Traveller LBB/ Cepheus Engine)
The crew of a banged up Far Trader called The Laughing Fishwife blaze across the Spinward Main in search of profit, treasure, and adventure.
This week: With the protoplasmic guardian defeated, the crew descends further into the depths of the mysterious octagonal structure. Will they locate the pirate treasure or will the perils of the ancient ruin claim them?
Cast
Steve: GM
Wes: "Earnest" Ernie McHale- Quartermaster, Killin’ Machine, and Fixer
Nick: Doreen Smith- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Navigator, A Very Particular Set of Skills
Rodney: Durbin Echs- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Chief Engieer, Long-term exposure to jump drive coolant causes a slight madness.
Jay: Professor Issac Mac- Back off man, he’s a scientist!
Shawn: Juno Rico- Soldier of Fortune
Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Apr 9, 2021
Apr 9, 2021
1 hr 56 min
(Traveller LBB/ Cepheus Engine)
The crew of a banged up Far Trader called The Laughing Fishwife blaze across the Spinward Main in search of profit, treasure, and adventure.
This week: The crew arrives at K'Kirka in need of some repairs. After getting things set up, they head off with Scurvy Stevens to search for his lost treasure. The hiding place holds more surprises than the crew bargained for.
Cast
Steve: GM
Wes: "Earnest" Ernie McHale- Quartermaster, Killin’ Machine, and Fixer
Nick: Doreen Smith- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Navigator, A Very Particular Set of Skills
Rodney: Durbin Echs- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Chief Engieer, Long-term exposure to jump drive coolant causes a slight madness.
Jay: Professor Issac Mac- Back off man, he’s a scientist!
Shawn: Juno Rico- Soldier of Fortune
Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Apr 7, 2021
Apr 7, 2021
41 min
Steve and Rodney take a look at Agent of the Imperium, a novel by Mark Miller, creator of Traveller.
Pick it up at the link below.
https://www.amazon.com/Agent-Imperium-Marc-Miller/dp/1982125071/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
Apr 2, 2021
Apr 2, 2021
1 hr 12 min
(Traveller LBB/ Cepheus Engine)
The crew of a banged up Far Trader called The Laughing Fishwife blaze across the Spinward Main in search of profit, treasure, and adventure.
This week: Durbin and the gang blast off the fascist world of Rech with the planetary authorities hot on their tail. Will they make it to the jump point and the relative safety of K'Kirka or will they be blasted into oblivion?
Cast
Steve: GM
Wes: "Earnest" Ernie McHale- Quartermaster, Killin’ Machine, and Fixer
Nick: Doreen Smith- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Navigator, A Very Particular Set of Skills
Rodney: Durbin Echs- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Chief Engieer, Long-term exposure to jump drive coolant causes a slight madness.
Jay: Professor Issac Mac- Back off man, he’s a scientist!
Shawn: Juno Rico- Soldier of Fortune
Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Mar 26, 2021
Mar 26, 2021
1 hr 12 min
(Traveller LBB/ Cepheus Engine)
The crew of a banged up Far Trader called The Laughing Fishwife blaze across the Spinward Main in search of profit, treasure, and adventure.
This week: Our loveable band of spacers has really stepped in it this time. Durbin prepares the Fishwife for a hasty departure while the rest of the crew, with Aomine Aiye in tow, attempts to evade Rech's authorities.
Cast
Steve: GM
Wes: "Earnest" Ernie McHale- Quartermaster, Killin’ Machine, and Fixer
Nick: Doreen Smith- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Navigator, A Very Particular Set of Skills
Rodney: Durbin Echs- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Chief Engieer, Long-term exposure to jump drive coolant causes a slight madness.
Jay: Professor Issac Mac- Back off man, he’s a scientist!
Shawn: Juno Rico- Soldier of Fortune
Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Mar 24, 2021
Mar 24, 2021
1 hr 3 min
This episode is uncut to preserve the hosts' original vision.
Steve and Rodney uncover conspiracies and secrets as they explore Impossible Landscapes, a campaign for Delta Green written by Dennis Detwiller. You can grab a copy at the link below.
https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/344408/Delta-Green-Impossible-Landscapes?src=hottest
Mar 19, 2021
Mar 19, 2021
1 hr 34 min
(Traveller LBB/ Cepheus Engine)
The crew of a banged up Far Trader called The Laughing Fishwife blaze across the Spinward Main in search of profit, treasure, and adventure.
This week: Durbin and the Vargr celebrate their deal and newfound friendship while Doreen, Rico, and the Prof cause some trouble for the local authorities.
Cast
Steve: GM
Wes: "Earnest" Ernie McHale- Quartermaster, Killin’ Machine, and Fixer
Nick: Doreen Smith- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Navigator, A Very Particular Set of Skills
Rodney: Durbin Echs- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Chief Engieer, Long-term exposure to jump drive coolant causes a slight madness.
Jay: Professor Issac Mac- Back off man, he’s a scientist!
Shawn: Juno Rico- Soldier of Fortune
Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Mar 12, 2021
Mar 12, 2021
1 hr 45 min
(Traveller LBB/ Cepheus Engine)
A rag-tag band of miscreants has taken possession of an abandoned Far Trader and has set out into the Spinward Reach in search of treasure and gas money. Can they unravel the mystery of TWILIGHT'S PEAK?
This week: While Durbin is busy wheeling and dealing with some Vargr traders, the rest of the crew gets in over their heads at the mysterious facility.
Cast
Steve: GM
Wes: "Earnest" Ernie McHale- Quartermaster, Killin’ Machine, and Fixer
Nick: Doreen Smith- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Navigator, A Very Particular Set of Skills
Rodney: Durbin Echs- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Chief Engieer, Long-term exposure to jump drive coolant causes a slight madness.
Jay: Professor Issac Mac- Back off man, he’s a scientist!
Shawn: Juno Rico- Soldier of Fortune
Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Mar 10, 2021
Mar 10, 2021
29 min
Steve and Rodney return to Ki Khanga and take an early look at the latest collection of stories featuring Omari Ket, Eda Blessed 2. Although the book is not out just yet, catch up on the fantastic world of Ki Khanga at the links below.
Ki Khanga: The RPG (Basic Rules)
Ki Khanga: The RPG (OpenQuest)
Mar 5, 2021
Mar 5, 2021
1 hr 53 min
(Traveller LBB/ Cepheus Engine)
A rag-tag band of miscreants has taken possession of an abandoned Far Trader and has set out into the Spinward Reach in search of treasure and gas money. Can they unravel the mystery of TWILIGHT'S PEAK?
This week: Wes returns! The crew continues their investigation into the disappearance of Naiito Aiye and construct an, as usual, overly elaborate plan to get out of the city to check out a secret facility. They did get a good price on beef though.
Cast
Steve: GM
Wes: "Earnest" Ernie McHale- Quartermaster, Killin’ Machine, and Fixer
Nick: Doreen Smith- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Navigator, A Very Particular Set of Skills
Molly: Doctor Dwight Blight- Purveyor of alternative medicine and sidekick of Professor Mac
Rodney: Durbin Echs- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Chief Engieer, Long-term exposure to jump drive coolant causes a slight madness.
Jay: Professor Issac Mac- Back off man, he’s a scientist!
Shawn: Juno Rico- Soldier of Fortune
Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Feb 26, 2021
Feb 26, 2021
1 hr 37 min
(Traveller LBB/ Cepheus Engine)
A rag-tag band of miscreants has taken possession of an abandoned Far Trader and has set out into the Spinward Reach in search of treasure and gas money. Can they unravel the mystery of TWILIGHT'S PEAK?
This week: Aomine Aiye's brother has been taken by agents of Magneto Dynamics. With no other options, she turns to the crew of the Laughing Fishwife for help. The crew, always ready to pick a fight with the corporation, accepts and they travel to Rech. Aomine is immediately arrested as a terrorist, but a job is a job and they continue looking into the disappearance of Naiito Aiye.
Cast
Steve: GM
Wes: "Earnest" Ernie McHale- Quartermaster, Killin’ Machine, and Fixer
Nick: Doreen Smith- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Navigator, A Very Particular Set of Skills
Molly: Doctor Dwight Blight- Purveyor of alternative medicine and sidekick of Professor Mac
Rodney: Durbin Echs- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Chief Engieer, Long-term exposure to jump drive coolant causes a slight madness.
Jay: Professor Issac Mac- Back off man, he’s a scientist!
Shawn: Juno Rico- Soldier of Fortune
Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Feb 24, 2021
Feb 24, 2021
37 min
Steve and Rodney venture into the far future and take a look at Null: A Pulp Cthulhu Sourcebook by J.P. Stephens. Grab a copy at Drive Thru RPG.
Feb 19, 2021
Feb 19, 2021
1 hr 31 min
(Traveller LBB/ Cepheus Engine)
A rag-tag band of miscreants has taken possession of an abandoned Far Trader and has set out into the Spinward Reach in search of treasure and gas money. Can they unravel the mystery of TWILIGHT'S PEAK?
This week: The crew makes preparations to depart for K'Kirka and the pirate treasure. A miscalculation sends the Fishwife way off course and forces them to backtrack. Will their bank account survive?
Cast
Steve: GM
Wes: "Earnest" Ernie McHale- Quartermaster, Killin’ Machine, and Fixer
Nick: Doreen Smith- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Navigator, A Very Particular Set of Skills
Molly: Doctor Dwight Blight- Purveyor of alternative medicine and sidekick of Professor Mac
Rodney: Durbin Echs- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Chief Engieer, Long-term exposure to jump drive coolant causes a slight madness.
Jay: Professor Issac Mac- Back off man, he’s a scientist!
Shawn: Juno Rico- Soldier of Fortune
Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Feb 12, 2021
Feb 12, 2021
1 hr 23 min
(Traveller LBB/ Cepheus Engine)
A rag-tag band of miscreants has taken possession of an abandoned Far Trader and has set out into the Spinward Reach in search of treasure and gas money. Can they unravel the mystery of TWILIGHT'S PEAK?
This week: The mystery of the time loop has been solved and the Fishwife's crew busy themselves with repairs and making plans to go after Scurvy Stevens' treasure.
Cast
Steve: GM
Wes: "Earnest" Ernie McHale- Quartermaster, Killin’ Machine, and Fixer
Nick: Doreen Smith- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Navigator, A Very Particular Set of Skills
Molly: Doctor Dwight Blight- Purveyor of alternative medicine and sidekick of Professor Mac
Rodney: Durbin Echs- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Chief Engieer, Long-term exposure to jump drive coolant causes a slight madness.
Jay: Professor Issac Mac- Back off man, he’s a scientist!
Shawn: Juno Rico- Soldier of Fortune
Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Feb 10, 2021
Feb 10, 2021
32 min
Steve and Rodney jack in and discuss this classic collection of short stories from William Gibson.
Feb 5, 2021
Feb 5, 2021
1 hr 42 min
(Traveller LBB/ Cepheus Engine)
A rag-tag band of miscreants has taken possession of an abandoned Far Trader and has set out into the Spinward Reach in search of treasure and gas money. Can they unravel the mystery of TWILIGHT'S PEAK?
This week: The crew thinks they have figured out how to break the time loop and have concocted what could be a plan, but it brings them into conflict with their most dangerous adversaries yet...themselves.
Cast
Steve: GM
Wes: "Earnest" Ernie McHale- Quartermaster, Killin’ Machine, and Fixer
Nick: Doreen Smith- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Navigator, A Very Particular Set of Skills
Molly: Doctor Dwight Blight- Purveyor of alternative medicine and sidekick of Professor Mac
Rodney: Durbin Echs- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Chief Engieer, Long-term exposure to jump drive coolant causes a slight madness.
Jay: Professor Issac Mac- Back off man, he’s a scientist!
Shawn: Juno Rico- Soldier of Fortune
Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Jan 29, 2021
Jan 29, 2021
1 hr 31 min
(Traveller LBB/ Cepheus Engine)
A rag-tag band of miscreants has taken possession of an abandoned Far Trader and has set out into the Spinward Reach in search of treasure and gas money. Can they unravel the mystery of TWILIGHT'S PEAK?
This week: All clues lead to more questions as the crew continues their investigation into the time loop and the research project that created it. Frustrations are high and madness seems to be taking control with the crew reliving the same few hours over and over. Can they find the clue that will free them from this torment?
Cast
Steve: GM
Wes: "Earnest" Ernie McHale- Quartermaster, Killin’ Machine, and Fixer
Nick: Doreen Smith- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Navigator, A Very Particular Set of Skills
Molly: Doctor Dwight Blight- Purveyor of alternative medicine and sidekick of Professor Mac
Rodney: Durbin Echs- Co-Captain of the Fishwife, Chief Engieer, Long-term exposure to jump drive coolant causes a slight madness.
Jay: Professor Issac Mac- Back off man, he’s a scientist!
Shawn: Juno Rico- Soldier of Fortune
Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Jan 27, 2021
Jan 27, 2021
22 min
Steve and Rodney get a little meta and discuss the #1 Bestseller, Top Ten Games You Can Play In Your Head By Yourself. If you don't hear any audio that is because they recorded the entire episode in their heads, by themselves.