Episodes

  • S2 Ep.16 - Reviewing Nations and Cannons
    May 9 2024

    Up the rebels, down the British! -- This week we go back in time for a interesting and historical 5e setting for you to use!

    Nations and Cannons in a Revolutionary War campaign setting that not only provides the historical context to throw at your party but also get some solid mechanics on how to use things like muskets and cannons.


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    16 mins
  • S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack: Bligh's Barleywine Ale
    May 2 2024

    Possibly the strongest beer we have had on the show so far, Bligh's Barleywine Ale from Dry Dock Brewing clocked in at a 13% on it's ABV -- was this a direct hit or did this nautical themed beer have to walk the plank? Listen and find out!

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    23 mins
  • S2 Ep. 15 - Light of Xaryxis Campaign Review
    Apr 25 2024

    The party is back together! Matt and Isaac rejoin the crew to review, Light of Xaryxis, a fun space based DnD module. Check it out!

    SPOILER ALERT: If you plan to play this at some point there are some major plot points discussed.

    Content Warning: While light, there is some adult language and adult humor throughout this episode.

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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack: Lemon-Lime Pop Cultured
    Apr 18 2024

    This golden ale from Obscurity Brewing in Elburn, Illinois absolutely fits the bill as pop. The guys discuss the grayed lines between beer and soda with this one. It's fun and worth a listen!

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    21 mins
  • S2 Ep. 14 - System Check: Mörk Borg
    Apr 11 2024

    This is a unique episode of Bards and Barrels as we stray away from D&D a bit. Phil and Ross review Mörk Borg, a dark, apocalyptic role playing game. Phil probably puts it best...this role playing game is easy to learn, easy to play and easy to DIE. Check it out!

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    16 mins
  • S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack - Chonk: Sundae Sour
    Apr 4 2024

    Wowzers! Do we have an interesting brew this week from Drekker Brewing Company in Fargo, North Dakota. Chonk Sundae Sour has mango, apricot, orange push pop and whole lot of smoothie vibes going on. The guys were pretty enamored by this one. Take a listen!

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    18 mins
  • S2 Ep. 13 - Class Review: Paladin
    Mar 28 2024

    Crusaders, Knights of the Round Table and even Thor Odinson...all fine examples of the humble yet mighty Paladin! Pack up your long sword or run the risk of feeling their divine smite. Lets go with another class review!

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    41 mins
  • S2 Bonus: The Opening Crack - Knee High Hefeweizen
    Mar 21 2024

    Millstream Brewing Company of Amana, Iowa is back with another beer on The Opening Crack! Brett, Ross and Ph.....er Damen, from Steeple Brewing, take a sip and give this tasty beer a review.

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    25 mins