Let's Get Critical

JAMBS Studios
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Let’s Get Critical is an actual play podcast where five friends bring original characters and a custom world to life through immersive roleplay, collaborative storytelling, and the unpredictable magic of Dungeons & Dragons 5E. With a strong focus on narrative, character development, and in-the-moment improv, each episode blends epic fantasy, emotional depth, and a fair amount of chaotic energy. Whether you're a longtime TTRPG fan or new to the genre, there's a seat at our table—and the dice are already rolling. Let’s get critical!

  1. Aug 9

    Tales of Yavon | Pirate | Ep. 10 | Meeting Captain Lu

    What begins as a rescue… becomes a negotiation they can't afford to lose. After a strange brush with time itself, the crew boards an unfamiliar ship to reclaim one of their own — only to find themselves face to face with its captain, the impossibly composed and immaculately dressed Captain Lu. Charming, unbothered, and clearly used to getting his way, he has questions of his own, and a keen interest in something the crew never meant to bring aboard. As pleasantries turn into a delicate exchange of secrets, favors, and warnings about who else is hunting them, the crew must decide how much to trust a man who never once seems to lose control of the room. Thal, the charismatic Sea Elf bard; Faelin, the inventive Owlin artificer; and William, the mysterious Wood Elf rogue must navigate shifting loyalties, high stakes, and a captain who always seems to know more than he lets on. Some deals are worth making. Others come with strings no one can see. Set in the shared world of Tales of Yavon, the Pirate Table continues a second unfolding story alongside the events of the Empire Table. As the crew searches for answers across the open waters, new threats emerge from the places least expected. This Dungeons & Dragons actual play podcast blends immersive roleplay, character-driven storytelling, and high-stakes adventure in a living world where multiple stories unfold at once. Trigger Warning: This podcast contains mature themes, strong language, fantasy violence, and intense creature encounters. Listener discretion is advised. Intro music composed by player Sara Tanner. All rights reserved. Featuring Tales of Yavon: Pirate Theme. Follow Let's Get Critical to keep up with every twist across the world of Yavon, and leave a review to help more listeners discover the adventure.

    Tales of Yavon | Pirate | Ep. 10 | Meeting Captain Lu

  2. Jul 28

    Tales of Yavon | Empire | Ep. 10 | The Green Hag Gambit

    What begins as an investigation… reveals a monster hiding in plain sight. Following the trail of the Shattered Blade, the party arrives at the estate of Lord Valus, where long-held suspicions finally come to a head. But beneath the noble façade lurks something far more sinister. As disguises fall away and violence erupts, the heroes find themselves trapped in a deadly battle against an enemy who has been pulling strings from the shadows. Swoop, the bold Aarakocra sorcerer; Poppy, the witty Elf bard; Nico, the disciplined Dragonborn fighter; and Brin, the clever halfling ranger/monk must protect innocent lives while facing twisted magic, monstrous foes, and a terrifying revelation that changes everything they thought they knew. Sometimes, the greatest danger isn't the monster you can see—it's the one wearing a smile. Because in the Empire, evil rarely arrives looking like a villain. This Dungeons & Dragons actual play podcast blends immersive roleplay, sharp character moments, and high-stakes storytelling in a dark fantasy world where every choice matters. Trigger Warning: This episode contains mature themes, strong language, body horror, and intense fantasy violence. Listener discretion is advised. Intro music composed by player Sara Tanner. All rights reserved. Featuring Tales of Yavon: Empire Theme. Follow Let's Get Critical to keep up with every twist in the Empire, and leave a review to help more listeners discover the dark, dangerous, and unforgettable world of Yavon.

    Tales of Yavon | Empire | Ep. 10 | The Green Hag Gambit

  3. Jul 19

    Tales of Yavon | Pirate | Ep. 9 | Back to the Ship

    Time is running out… and their ship won't wait for pirates. With the island's dangers behind them, the crew races back toward the shore — but the ship they left behind may not be there much longer. What should be a straightforward return turns into a desperate sprint against the clock as word spreads that their vessel is being eyed by those looking to claim it as their own. Thal, the charismatic Sea Elf bard; Faelin, the inventive Owlin artificer; and William, the Wood Elf rogue, must move fast and think faster if they hope to reach the ship before it slips from their grasp for good. Set in the shared world of Tales of Yavon, the Pirate Table continues a second unfolding story alongside the events of the Empire Table. As the crew searches for answers across the open waters, new threats emerge from the places least expected. This Dungeons & Dragons actual play podcast blends immersive roleplay, character-driven storytelling, and high-stakes adventure in a living world where multiple stories unfold at once. Trigger Warning: This podcast contains mature themes, strong language, fantasy violence, and intense creature encounters. Listener discretion is advised. Intro music composed by player Sara Tanner. All rights reserved. Featuring Tales of Yavon: Pirate Theme. Follow Let's Get Critical to keep up with every twist across the world of Yavon, and leave a review to help more listeners discover the adventure.

    Tales of Yavon | Pirate | Ep. 9 | Back to the Ship

  4. Jul 12

    Tales of Yavon | Empire | Ep. 9 | Cut the Cord

    With nobles vanishing across the city, the party follows the trail to a lavish mansion where nothing is quite as it seems. Behind its doors, a strange gathering is underway—one host far too pleased to see them, and guests far too still to be trusted. As pleasantries give way to games, and games give way to something much darker, the party realizes they may have found more than they bargained for. Swoop, the bold Aarakocra sorcerer; Poppy, the witty Elf bard; Nico, the disciplined Dragonborn fighter; and Brynn, the clever halfling ranger/monk must keep their cover, read a dangerous room, and decide how far they're willing to go before the night is through. Not every investigation ends the way you expect. Because in the Empire, the missing are rarely gone without reason. This Dungeons & Dragons actual play podcast blends immersive roleplay, sharp character moments, and high-stakes storytelling in a dark fantasy world where every choice matters. Trigger Warning: This episode contains mature themes, strong language, fantasy violence, and graphic/disturbing body horror imagery, including a depiction of forced childbirth and disembowelment. Listener discretion is advised. Intro music composed by player Sara Tanner. All rights reserved. Featuring Tales of Yavon: Empire Theme. Follow Let's Get Critical to keep up with every twist in the Empire, and leave a review to help more listeners discover the dark, dangerous, and unforgettable world of Yavon.

    Tales of Yavon | Empire | Ep. 9 | Cut the Cord

  5. Jul 7

    Tales of Yavon | Pirate | Ep. 8 | A Crabby Day

    The island’s secrets lie beneath the surface… and something is waiting below. After uncovering the hidden dangers of the island, the crew ventures deeper into the unknown and discovers a mysterious cave carved beneath the jungle. What begins as an exploration into the island’s forgotten depths quickly turns into a fight for survival as the shadows move, the walls close in, and the creatures lurking below reveal themselves. Thal, the charismatic Sea Elf bard; Faelin, the inventive Owlin artificer; William, the Wood Elf rogue; and Morwenna, the unpredictable Goblin warlock must battle through the dangers of the cave and uncover what secrets lie hidden beneath the island’s surface. With every step deeper into the darkness, the crew learns that this strange paradise is far from uninhabited. Set in the shared world of Tales of Yavon, the Pirate Table continues a second unfolding story alongside the events of the Empire Table. As the crew searches for answers across the open waters, new threats emerge from the places least expected. This Dungeons & Dragons actual play podcast blends immersive roleplay, character-driven storytelling, and high-stakes adventure in a living world where multiple stories unfold at once. Trigger Warning: This podcast contains mature themes, strong language, fantasy violence, and intense creature encounters. Listener discretion is advised. Intro music composed by player Sara Tanner. All rights reserved. Featuring Tales of Yavon: Pirate Theme. Follow Let’s Get Critical to keep up with every twist across the world of Yavon, and leave a review to help more listeners discover the adventure.

    Tales of Yavon | Pirate | Ep. 8 | A Crabby Day

  6. Jun 28

    Tales of Yavon | Empire | Ep. 8 | Get Murky with It

    What begins as a search beneath the city… uncovers something far more dangerous. Deep within the sewers of Zolara, the party stumbles upon a hidden chamber packed with rare spell components, raising new questions about who has been operating beneath the Empire's capital—and why. As the investigation continues, the trail leads from forgotten tunnels to an eccentric magic shop, where every enchanted trinket has a story… and a price. Swoop, the bold Aarakocra sorcerer; Poppy, the witty Elf bard; Nico, the disciplined Dragonborn fighter; and Brin, the clever halfling ranger/monk must piece together the clues, prepare for what lies ahead, and decide which magical tools are worth trusting. In a city built on secrets, even shopping can reveal more than expected. Because in the Empire, the greatest discoveries are often hidden just beneath the surface. This Dungeons & Dragons actual play podcast blends immersive roleplay, sharp character moments, and high-stakes storytelling in a dark fantasy world where every choice matters. Trigger Warning: This episode contains mature themes, strong language, fantasy violence, and discussions of death and magical experimentation. Listener discretion is advised. Intro music composed by player Sara Tanner. All rights reserved. Featuring Tales of Yavon: Empire Theme. Follow Let’s Get Critical to keep up with every twist in the Empire, and leave a review to help more listeners discover the dark, dangerous, and unforgettable world of Yavon.

    Tales of Yavon | Empire | Ep. 8 | Get Murky with It

  7. Jun 21

    Tales of Yavon | Pirate | Ep. 7 | The Ballad in the Cave

    Thal, the charismatic Sea Elf bard; Faelin, the inventive Owlin artificer; William, the cunning Wood Elf rogue; and Morwenna, the unpredictable Goblin warlock make their way inland towards a cave. Set in the shared world of Tales of Yavon, the Pirate Table continues a second unfolding story alongside the events of the Empire Table. As mysteries deepen and danger closes in, the open sea becomes the stage for adventure, survival, and discovery. This Dungeons & Dragons actual play podcast blends immersive roleplay, character-driven storytelling, and high-stakes adventure in a living world where multiple stories unfold at once. Trigger Warning: This podcast contains mature themes, strong language, and intense fantasy content. Listener discretion is advised. Intro music composed by player Sara Tanner. All rights reserved. Featuring Tales of Yavon: Pirate Theme. Follow Let’s Get Critical to keep up with every twist across the world of Yavon, and leave a review to help more listeners discover the adventure.

    Tales of Yavon | Pirate | Ep. 7 | The Ballad in the Cave

  8. Jun 14

    Tales of Yavon | Empire | Ep. 7 | Smiling in the Dark

    The tunnels are alive… and someone is always watching. Deeper into the undercity, the party presses on toward Karma's goblin problem—but what should be a simple cleanup job quickly proves to be anything but simple. Blades fly, spells crack through the dark, and old grudges are laid to rest in an unexpected moment of understanding. Swoop, the bold Aarakocra sorcerer; Poppy, the witty Elf bard; Nico, the disciplined Dragonborn fighter; and Brin, the clever halfling ranger/monk fight their way through the earthen tunnels beneath Zolara—and find more waiting for them in the dark than they bargained for. Because in the Empire, even the smallest job can lead somewhere no one expected. This Dungeons & Dragons actual play podcast blends immersive roleplay, sharp character moments, and high-stakes storytelling in a dark fantasy world where every choice matters. Trigger Warning: This episode contains mature themes, strong language, fantasy violence, and claustrophobic environments. Listener discretion is advised. Intro music composed by player Sara Tanner. All rights reserved. Featuring Tales of Yavon: Empire Theme. Follow Let's Get Critical to keep up with every twist in the Empire, and leave a review to help more listeners discover the dark, dangerous, and unforgettable world of Yavon.

    Tales of Yavon | Empire | Ep. 7 | Smiling in the Dark
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Let’s Get Critical is an actual play podcast where five friends bring original characters and a custom world to life through immersive roleplay, collaborative storytelling, and the unpredictable magic of Dungeons & Dragons 5E. With a strong focus on narrative, character development, and in-the-moment improv, each episode blends epic fantasy, emotional depth, and a fair amount of chaotic energy. Whether you're a longtime TTRPG fan or new to the genre, there's a seat at our table—and the dice are already rolling. Let’s get critical!

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  • Creator
    JAMBS Studios
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © JAMBS Studios
  • Show Website
    Let's Get Critical