Tale of The Manticore, a Dark Fantasy Dungeons & Dragons Audiodrama

So, I was traveling solo and needed something to listen to. And because I recently got back into D&D after decades off, I searched and found this. I was instantly hooked. That was two weeks ago and now I am on Season Two Episode 40. I have laughed and cried and shouted at the narrator. I recommend this to anyone interested in great storytelling and or solo gameplay.

Fully did not expect to binge over 40 episodes in a week, but here we are. Needless to say, I absolutely love this podcast, the balance of immersive storytelling and gameplay, especially. Makes for good pacing and says a lot without excessive exposition. The dark, grounded tone sets it apart as well. No over-the-top comedy, just a gritty fantasy tale peppered with quiet moments of humanity and the looming sense that no character is safe. Love it. And on that note, back to bingeing the rest of the series.✌️

This is the podcast equivalent of comfort food. I eagerly await each episode. Settle into a comfy chair and join the adventure!

I’ve only just finished the first season (so only 2.5 years behind) but have to leave a review as to how awesome this show is. The story telling is fantastic, and the mix of the old school and actual play just works. Production quality and consistency also make this show a stand out. This has inspired me to get back to playing an older edition of the game myself. I can’t wait to start season two!