Our heroes head toward the mythical land of the giants where Grog challenges a mighty foe and Bardolomew seeks his future ex-wife. DM/Editor: Richard Bertelsen Grog Guzzler (Goblin Arcane Archer): Nick Slaick Bardolomew Biggins (Halfling Bard): Bret Larimer Music from Youtube Audio Library: "Viking" and "Dance of the U-Boat" but Aakash Gandhi "Fresh Fallen Snow" by Chris Hagan "Yonder Hill and Dale" by Aaron Kenny "Gaia in the Fog" by Dan Bodan "Resolution" by Wayne Jones "Black Mass" by Brian Bolger

Grogg Guzzler the half Goblin, half Orc Arcane Archer and Bardolomew Biggins the halfling bard, have been handsomely paid to clear a man of a mysterious magical crime. DM/Producer: Richard Bertelsen Grogg Guzzler: Nick Slaick Bardolomew Biggins: Bret Larimer Music: "Viking" and "Dance of the U-Boat" by Aakash Gandhi "Crusade" by Video Classica "Thunder" by Delicate Steve "Imperial Forces" by Aaron Kenny "Heroe's Ascent" by Chris Haugen

Our heroes find themselves in the middle of a war, and Armen's true purpose is revealed. DM: Nick Slaick Griffin Dadson/Editor: Richard Bertelsen Armen Hammer: Ted Hong Ummon Kowka: Bret Larimer (@Sometimes_Family on Instagram) Music from Youtube Audio Library: "Epic Journey" by Yung Logos "Claim of Thrones" by RKVC "Imperial Forces" by Aaron Kenny "The Battle of 1066" by Aakash Gandhi "Gaia in the Fog" by Dan Bodan "Dark Toys" by SYBS "The Long Night" by Qunicas Moreira "Magical Triumph" by Sir Cubworth

It all comes down to this. Either this is the best "Alien" film or it's the worst, and none of us agree.

The party meets an unexpected ally as they search for the frost portal in the caves of Bilgewater. Armen gives in to his baser instincts. Griffin develops a strong connection, and Ummon faces his greatest challenge yet. Dungeon Master: Nick Slaick Griffin Dadson (Human Druid): Richard Bertelsen Armen Hammer (Warforged Artificer): Ted Hong Ummon Kowka (Tabaxi Sorcerer): Bret Larimer Music from Youtube Audio Library: "Dark Toys" by SYBS "Epic Journey" by Yung Logos "Dance of the U-Boat" Aakash Ghandi "Virtual Light" by Houses of Heaven "Spirit of Fire" by Jesse Gallagher "Magical Triumph" by Sir Cubworth

We find a lot to debate in this underdiscussed movie about an immigrant family finding their place in America. 

Our heroes head deep into enemy territory. Armen does his best version of stealth, Ummon hears a chilling new voice, and Griffin digs in his heels. Join us on Patreon.com/CharacterArk for the after show! The titular Solemn Scholar was conceived with the help of @Micah_Monarch on Twitter. Dungeon Master: Nick Slaick Griffin Dadson/Editor (Human Druid): Richard Bertelsen Armen Hammer (Warforged Artificer): Theodore Hong Ummon Kowka (Tabaxi Sorcerer): Bret Larimer Find Art, Music and other endeavors by Bret @Sometimes_Family and @Maximus_Fancyman on Instagram Music from Youtube Audio Library: "Epic Journey" by Yung Logos "Dance of the U-Boat" by Aakash Gandhi "Magical Triumph" by Sir Cubworth "Decision" by The Tower of Light "Spirit of Fire" by Jesse Gallagher "Dark Toys" by SYBS

We take a look at the popular Anime, The Seven Deadly Sins, and the conversation is immediately derailed, as per usual...

Our heroes embark on their first official mission as members of The Blood Ravens! Armen receives a special gift, Ummon is enthralled by his new employer, and Griffin gets caught in a dangerous situation.  Our surprise enemies were suggested by Patron @MoseyDM on Twitter. Join us for an exclusive chat after every episode on Patreon.com/CharacterArk where we go from talking about ass play to how ancestral languages influence a fantasy setting. Dungeon Master: Nick Slaick @CharacterArcana on Twitter Griffin Dadson/Editor: Richard Bertelsen @CharacterArk on IG Armen Hammer: Ted Hong www.CharacterArk.net Ummon Kowka: Bret Larimer @Sometimes_Family and Maximus_Fancypants on IG Music from Youtube Audio Library: "Epic Journey" by Yung Logos "Wandering Soul" and "Dream of the Ancestor" by Ashero Fulero "Dark Toys" by SYBS "Dance of the U-Boat" by Askash Gandhi

A couple weeks ago we took a look back at one of the most influential sci-fi horror films ever made. This week we continue with that very same franchise to take a look at one of the most influential sci-fi action films ever made. Nick Slaick joins Ted and Richard once again as we re-watch the entire "Alien" franchise. In our Second installment, we watch "Aliens" (1986)