Vertigo Chapter 07 [Lancer]
January 30, 2023
“Nice try, dish-head” A mass of monstrous mechs menaces Vertigo Squad, led by the inscrutable Writhe. Vertigo must take control of the refinery before they’re
“Nice try, dish-head” A mass of monstrous mechs menaces Vertigo Squad, led by the inscrutable Writhe. Vertigo must take control of the refinery before they’re
“That’s So Raven” The party fights some hostile hunters of unknown origin, then move on to their next task: scouting Rockloom. Episode Artwork by Shaun
“Robo rabies” Vertigo Squad encounters a terrifying and unknowable foe deep in the station. Episode Album Art: https://imgur.com/a/sQ66bGbEpisode Artwork by Jake @JavocsHouse of Bob Cover
“Trapper’s Delight” With the water retrieved, the party learns (or fails to learn) how to make traps, and then begins its next errand: hunting some
“How I Met Pakano’s Mother” We begin with a wrestling match, followed by an attempt to complete one of Grandfather Eiwa’s errands. We discover that
“Dances with Mooses” The story begins with the group being sent on an important and dangerous task: A moose hunt! Because it is important to
“Background-y Stuff” It’s the premier of our new show, Tales of Bob, and our new series, Broken Tusk Rising! Meet the players and learn about
“Stinky, stinky magic” With malevolent toy soldiers roaming the North pole, our brave mouse adventurers must find the source of this Christmas disruption and put
“Cold, plastic-y magic” On Christmas Eve the Chapelmouse Clan gathers to celebrate in a cozy den beneath the floorboards at the North pole, but something
“Mech doggy door” Vertigo Squad explores the abandoned SecCom base and makes contact with the raiders. However, they soon learn that something is amiss. Episode
“You’re so shredded” Val, Exodus, P.C.B., and Vestige learn valuable life lessons about invisibility and area of effect attacks. Meanwhile, a new threat is emerging…
“I’m pipin’ hot!” A ragtag pack of raiders stand between Vertigo Squad and their objective – but our heroes soon learn they are not to
“Embrace the Vacuum” Vertigo Squad finishes their business on the station, before receiving a distress call and springing into action. Album Art: https://imgur.com/a/mcL1ozfArtwork by Jake
“Fresh off the belt” We meet our team of Lancer Pilots as they arrive on Sigil-1 Rotunda. Vertigo Squad explores the station that will be
“We must defend this man we killed” All bets are off as Tom and the Boys confront the final manifestation of the evil cult’s work
“It’s hard to shoot your best friend” The heroes of Carrion Hill join forces with the retired paranormal investigator Berkley to take down Critchfield and
“No kissing. Stay focused.” The party recover from their battle with Keeper Crove, assess the danger in the city and meet with their network of
“I thought I smelled a dreamer” Theobald thinks real hard about punching and kicking as the party brings the pain to Keeper Crove and Zhezek
“Knib Knub and the Mommies” The battle in Keeper Crove’s asylum rages on as the evil wizard dredges up a horrifying threat from beyond.
“I can’t be made any more stupid” In the darkened halls of Crove’s Asylum, the players come face to face with madness incarnate and its
“Thats a door I wanna listen to” Having finished their cordial conversation with the doorman, the heroes navigate the labyrinthian corridors of Keeper Crove’s twisted
“Hug it out” The heroes recover from their harrowing battle against the cultist Rupman Myre and prepare to move on to their final and most
“Down on all threes” With Willen in a dangerous position and Knib Knub more confused than usual, the heroes try to pull it together in
“Zombie Conga Line” The investigators do everything they can to keep their heads above the sludge while battling the evil Keeper Rupman Myre and his
“Hello, I am a normal size person” Tom and another totally normal sized person take up the Mayor’s charge to rid the city of the
“The Eye of a Killer” Tucked away in Berkley and Critchfield’s townhouse, Tom and the Boys play Bad Cop, Worse Cop, interrogating Arlend Hyve and
“Fashionable crop tops” The heroes bring their battle with the recalcitrant mycologist to an end. Album Art: https://i.imgur.com/1pOni4J.jpgArtwork by @shaunmakesAudio Production by Astronomic Audio
“Clinically Clumsy” Evil Keeper Arlend Hyve proves to be more wily and dangerous than the party accounted for as they pursue him deeper into his
“A lot of hooligans in this town” With the names of the cultists revealed, the party sets out to track down the Keepers of the
“It is very normal for older men to have toys” Willen gets down to work on translating the Pnakotic Manuscripts, while suspicions about the strange
“This is gross, even for me” The party examines the Sunless Grove and its macabre contents. Album Art: https://i.imgur.com/1pOni4J.jpgArtwork by @shaunmakesAudio Production by Astronomic Audio Featuring:Shaun
“Kill one bird and heal another with the same stone” Deep underground, Tom and the Boys confront the shadows of Carrion Hill’s dark past.
“Are you gonna be weird about this again?” Beneath the city streets, the party encounter the remnants of long past civilizations and more recent evil.
Holiday cheer and joy is shared by all as the cavepeople UNGH their way to a thrilling conclusion of our Og: Unearthed Edition one shot!
Fearless neanderthals do all they can to survive as our holiday one-shot in Og: Unearthed Edition continues! Album Artwork by Trevor @cosmicamazingAudio Production by Mike from
The House of Bob ventures into the distant and stupid past once again with Og: Unearthed Edition! Album Artwork by Trevor @cosmicamazingAudio Production by Mike from
“Mayoral Hat” The party – having conducted themselves heroically – is called upon to meet with the Mayor of Carrion Hill. Album Art:
“Facie and Chestie” The Wolf has found its next victim, but there’s still time to save them! Can Tom and the Boys fend off his
“It’s a good thing I did not wear pants”
The party continues the hunt for The Wolf, all the while Carrion Hill crumbles down around them.
“SHOW ME THE LAW WHERE IT SAYS I CAN’T LICK BLOOD!”
Bimpkin is awoken by an otherworldly danger. Tom and the Boys bond over breakfast, then snoop around some alleyways. Bimpkin meets a rat. Theobald smells something bad.
“Tom and the boys”
The heroes witness the Day of Bones: a festival celebrating life and death. The adventurers begin to investigate a mystery and decide on a group name.
“I know every spell!”
A rampaging threat in a dark alleyway brings four adventurers together. Commander Garrus has a warning and a reward for the newly dubbed heroes.
“Why would I be ashamed?”
A new adventure begins as four wayward adventurers stumble across a crisis in Carrion Hill.
“I know a thing or two about a 6 out of 10 makeout”
Tune in to 96.66FM the KNEE with the House of Bob, Tales From The Glass Guarded World and special guests Vivian, John, and Adam to play this collaborative improv game set in a radio show at the end of the world.
“Bird Retirement”
Where are they now? We discuss the aftermath of the final mission and see what’s next for the team.
Can Tiss and Bunk get any useful info out of Anika? Will Garrett and Olivia find the Axiom infiltrator in time? Can they escape the station intact? All this and more in the thrilling conclusion.
Episode Notes “People love me.” The team begins to set in motion the next phases of their operation: getting some answers from Anika Setty and
Episode Notes “I’m not sure how much Earth news you guys get…” Garret, Tiss and Olivia are cornered by CANAR-E security forces. Meanwhile, Bunk tries
Episode Notes “Steampunk Bullshit” The team is bumped down to economy and have a rough trip ahead of them as they head for Laika Station,
Episode Notes “Government-mandated vape break” This meeting could have been an email. Countdown Clocks Album Art: https://imgur.com/6Y7Ao6CArtwork by JakeAudio Production by Astronomic Audio Featuring:Jake as
Episode Notes “Give me a baby to care about” The group follows suspected Axiom infiltrator Youseff and gains illicit access to the loading docks at
Episode Notes “Take Your Daughter To Work Day” Forced to think on their feet, the team falls back on good old-fashioned chicanery to make their
Episode Notes “The Pasquelcho Life Chose You” The team fast-talks, hacks, and smuggles their way towards the VeSL railgun and the Axiom – but their
Episode Notes “Yeah, We Skaters, Playa” The gang is contacted by previous client Idira with a new mission: to prevent the Axiom from launching a
Episode Notes “Show me how to delete my search history” Wrapping up loose ends and making new friends. A black market sale, a trip to
Episode Notes “Catapult is his Christian name” Daring Ned and Max Q face off against Nickel and her minions, with Bunk, Tiss, Garret and Bunk
“Head Confetti” You were right about one thing Master, the negotiations were short. Countdown Clock Album Art: https://i.imgur.com/xpHk0XI.pngArtwork by JakeAudio Production by Astronomic Audio Featuring:Jake as
Episode Summary “#Justice4Pam” The team searches out allies and equipment as they prepare to face off with long-time adversary, Nickel. [Countdown Clock](https://imgur.com/hbU69ZB) Episode Notes “#Justice4Pam”
“Live that hover life” After turning over the information to their client Idiria, the team takes some time to rest up, shop, work on personal
Episode Notes “I’m not a doctor, I’m a beathacker!” With Dandelion cooperating, the group looks for a timely distraction to exit the church unnoticed. This
Episode Notes “Who are any of us, really?” The group dons their Sunday best and go to church. At the Passing Angel Axiom sermon, the
Episode Notes “The last ranch on Earth” Garrett is sent to a nice farm upstate where there’s lots of room for him to run around.
Episode Notes “This is a long time coming.” Bunk, Tiss, Olivia, and Garret are pinned down in Jericho’s apartment and must decide how far they’re
Episode Notes “Geriatrics Against Gentrification” The group learns they’re not the only ones interested in the Axiom and are warned that they may be in
Episode Notes “Just a cute little uzi” The team confront debtor, axiom member, and alleged murderer Lex, but they quickly discover she has the home-field
Episode Notes “Mealies on Heelies” Garret and Bunk have a lovely day in the park while gathering information about their quarries: BBB, Lex and Dandelion.
Episode Notes “Baby’s First Hack” The team meets with their new client Idira, head south to Puget Sound to hit the streets for information on
Episode Notes “Twinabego” Back together at last, the old gang take stock and make plans. A potential client reaches out looking for a team of
Episode Notes “Like an EpiPen, if you were allergic to bullets.” With the evidence they need secured, Jin, Tiss, Cass, and Bunk must escape the
Episode Notes “Who knew hacking would be so important?” The group must overcome the security of the Exhale warehouse as they try to push further
“You need to climax a bit later.” The gang sneak into the Exhale warehouse and begin their investigation. However, they quickly discover that the facility
Episode Notes “Secret Hot Tub”STAKE OUT! 🎵 The group finalizes their preparations and plans and leave for Exhale. Olivia discovers she and Mimi Moji have
Episode Notes “First things first, we gotta stalk him on social media” Cass, Bunk, Tiss, and Jin continue to pull at the tangled web of
Episode Notes “Tactical Sandals” Cass, Bunk and Tiss discuss the details of the new mission with Redshift and Jin, then begin their research of the
Episode Notes “Nobody that rich has ever tried to kill me,” Cass, Tiss, Bunk, and Olivia have been separated after their disastrous VanTle Harbour mission.
Episode Notes “I’ve never smote before” Having made a tenuous alliance with a strange enemy soldier, the Hound Lord’s elite forces must discover what is
Episode Notes “The obvious leader” On a critical mission for the Hound Lord, an elite group of soldiers goes behind enemy lines, finding a surreal,
“Strangers are just friends I don’t know yet” The Passing Angel Axiom is built around the belief that the city blackouts are divine punishment from
“I don’t want to remember any of this” Time is running out. Swarms of security descends on VanTle Harbour. The package is in the team’s
Episode Notes “Military Grade Presentation Pointer”The team continues their infiltration of VanTle Harbour, but their troubles are only just beginning. How long can their luck
Episode Notes “Hot Katana” The team don a new set of aliases and Kit Simone, Micro-Wave, Esmeralda Justice, and Xiaotao begin their infiltration of VanTle
Episode Notes “Allergies are a myth!” The team deals with the aftermath of the Skiptracer event, doing their best to lick their wounds and move
Episode Notes “I”m a hacker, not a fighter”The jig is up – the Slacks family is caught with their slacks down. Can the party make
“Drone Cop 2: Drunk Cop” Another day in Applewood Terrace sees a house party, a mysterious delivery, blackmail and more. All the while, the Skiptracers
“Pauls to the left of me, Geralds to the right” Garret, Tiss, Olivia and Bunk, deep undercover as the Slacks family, meet their new neighbours
Episode Notes “BLOOD GUZZLER” Downtime Activities: Tiss ties up loose ends and Garret overextends. Olivia considers tank treads while Bunk picks out new threads. The
Episode Notes “Webel Weapons” Just in time for Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker Dan, Shaun, and Shubert dive into a homebrewed Star Wars-themed Fiasco
Episode Summary “The Doctor is the mother” Tiss faces his fears, Bunk rocks out, Olivia pops and unlocks and Garrett shows off his driving skills.
Episode Notes “Emotional support human” Olivia, Bunk and Garret make a detour to investigate a mysterious message from one of Garrett’s contacts. Bunk’s show is
Episode Notes “It’s Amazing What Microchips Can do These Days” Following a successful (?) mission, the team takes care of some housekeeping before preparing for
Episode Notes “Stop being so cyber thirsty” With Epistle security forces closing in, the team will have to act fast. But when questions about the
“It’s a tough world for teenagers” Bunk, Tiss, Garret and Olivia continue to investigate the source of the leak of smart weapon history, narrowing it
“#vanlife” In the first episode of our new campaign, we find our ragtag group of mercs mid-mission; but things take a turn when the meeting
Episode Notes “Coming September 30: BLACKOUT” Coming soon, a brand new House of Bob campaign. Visit our social media or join our Discord server to
“Coming September 30: BLACKOUT” Coming soon, a brand new House of Bob campaign. Visit our social media or join our Discord server to learn more,
Episode Summary “Are you sure you want to do this?” In this extra-vulgar House of Bob one-shot Dan, Shubert, Trevor and special guest Josh use
Episode Notes “You don’t know these words!” A prehistoric clan of cave dwellers runs out of food after a lengthy rainstorm. The three strongest, smartest
Episode Notes “Closure”Our heroes have conquered the Tomb of Annihilation and destroyed the Soul Monger, but their stories aren’t finished. We hear some from the
“Put a boat on him!” Having nearly lost a member of the party in their battle with the Atropal, the party has just a moment’s
“Time to grow up, baby” Having defeated the Sewn Sisters, our beaten and battered heroes must collect their strength as they prepare to face a
“Oh no, she’s got a life alert bracelet!” The party reaches the depths of the Tomb of the Nine Gods, confront its final puzzles and
“You’re just jealous that you’re a goat and I’m super smart.”Artwork: https://i.imgur.com/jhqozFN.jpgOur heroes manipulate the cosmos and descend into the sanctuary of the Sewn Sisters.
“The Dump Room”Artwork: https://i.imgur.com/ztrHHVv.jpgA magic tunnel leads deeper into the Tomb. Douglas & Lee strip down and Krait expresses his true feelings. Everyone does their
“Mud Muppets”The eclectic outlanders explore a cog-filled cavern. Douglas goes for a swim and Lee finds herself in the deep end. An old nemesis is
“Don’t step to me on the ninja turtles”Album Art: https://i.imgur.com/GnJybYp.jpgMoore gets more familiar with his new crew. A strange voice annoys Krait and everybody is
In this special sneak-peak of our Patreon-exclusive Director’s Commentary series, Shaun, Trevor, and Alex go all the way back to House of Annihilation Chapter 1
“You guys are gross ’cause you’re dying”Album Art: https://i.imgur.com/znTMf5p.jpgTheir doom close at hand, Krait, Lee and Douglas fight to stay alive.The lucky survivors plan their
“Like how snakes would have hands” With her last crewmate from the High Havoc fallen, Lee and her two remaining companions are left with precious
“I’m glad I ran away, or l’d just have blood all over me” Exhausting every option solving a puzzle of torrential waves, the party discovers
“You don’t have to do anything you’re not comfortable with. Horrik does.” One step closer to the Black Opal Crown, Krait & the Inferior Beings
“Take advantage of my boozy slipstream.” Having sprung a trap leaving Krait, Lee, and Horrik inside a locked room quickly filling with wine, Douglas is
“I hope we see you again” Krait and the adventurers trek deeper into the Tomb. After a show of strength to compensate for a failed
“I can pretty much gong anything.” With the legendary Thayan necromancer Kozef defeated, Cube Gang finally enters the Tomb of the Nine Gods, bringing them
“A wizard and his dumb dog” With the help of their new acquaintance Krait, Lee and the boys have defeated Ras-Nsi, and now must decide
“Cheap, toy-grade canola oil” Join the House of Bob, with special guests Vivian and John, for the conclusion to our Tales From the Loop adventure,
“Pep talks”Album Art: https://i.imgur.com/B2hV8yy.jpg Join the House of Bob, with special guests Vivian and John, as we explore the Tales From the Loop adventure, Our
“Blind, prone, greasy, and snowed on” After losing yet another crew member of the High Havoc, Douglas, Leanni, and Horrik must face the Yuan-ti without
“I am a very skilled and wonderful person” Fan favourites Faroul and Gondolo are back for another wacky side adventure, this time joined by the
“Horrik’s Upset (He’s a Brave Man)” Having forged an uneasy alliance with Kozeph the Red Wizard and defeated a savage pack of Deinonychus, the party
Join the House of Bob, with special guests Steph and Sylvia, for a dramatic retelling of the frighteningly absurd and infamous Daveyville Incident, powered by
“Hang on Pookums” Cranston and Douglas broker a deal with the Theyan wizard Kozef, and the party now must devise a plan to best the
“Hi, I’m Vulture. I have no friends.” Having bested a Tabaxi warrior, the adventurers enter the temple of Wongo the Sumonster, where a puzzle on
“I want that thing in my mouth” Under Orvex’s guidance the adventurers take a closer look at the temples of Omu, making a dangerous encounter
“Got room in that tummy for two?” Douglas and the crew explore the lost city of Omu, with the help of a newfound acquaintance, who
“Doin’ it for all the babies out there (beautiful baby mommies)” After defeating a demonic beast, the adventurers discover a way out of the Kobold
“It’s horse deep.” Venturing deeper yet into the caves beneath the Kobold Mountains, the adventurers and their dwarven companions reach the ancient vault of Hrakhamar,
“Newt Cleavage.” Accompanied by the Albino Dwarves, the party has a run-in with the fire-newts who have taken up residence in the Dwarves’ ancestral home.
“I didn’t know him that long.” Destined to reach the Soul Monger, Douglas and what remains of the High Havoc’s crew embark on a journey
“Do you feel responsible? Because you should.” With the knowledge imparted on them by the strange oracle Saja N’baza, the party descends the ancient ziggurat
“Trust me, I am a very intelligent man” The crew of the High Havoc are back! Having sent what may well be their final words
“Boundaries” Our intrepid team of troubleshooters finally complete their delivery, but untold danger awaits them… Album Art: https://i.imgur.com/ZNjronD.png Artwork by @cosmicamazing Featuring:Shubert as The Game MasterCristina
“Loitering Simulator 2018” Having embarked on a crucial mission to serve Friend Computer and sustaining only minor casualties, troubleshooter team First Life Best Life makes
“I’m fresh off the line, baby!” This episode we meet a crack team of troubleshooters who embark on a very important mission to serve Friend
“Take that Dad!” Having left the party to pursue their own interests, we take a look into the history of literally no one’s favourite guides,
“Escape from Flavortown” In this, the final episode of our long-running, award-winning Apocalypse World campaign, the party finally discovers the mysterious artifact they first set
This Wednesday, tune in for the finale to our long-running Dungeonworld Campaign, Flavortown.Album Art: https://i.imgur.com/K57pLcf.jpg Artwork by @cosmicamazing Featuring:Jake as The Grill MasterAlex as ChuckCristina as
“Were you not going to tip?” Having escaped the Grung encampment, the adventurers must make a decision that will affect the future of the party…
“Stop it I’m a real adventurer!” After aiding the Grung in an attempt to summon their goddess Nangnang, the party makes a new acquaintance who
“Ropey, god of ropes; may his hempen grasp embrace us all.” In the fifth episode of a Tomb of Annihilation playthrough, the party trudges deeper
“I’m a narc, what about you?”Album Art: https://i.imgur.com/FyMTJH6.pngPart four of an ongoing Tomb of Annihilation campaign Artwork by @shaunmakes Featuring:Shaun as The Dungeon MasterAlex as Horrik
“Garbage People”Album Art: https://i.imgur.com/DiCgSm2.pngPart three of an ongoing Tomb of Annihilation campaign Artwork by @shaunmakes Featuring:Shaun as The Dungeon MasterAlex as Horrik JonesDan as Leanni “Leanna”
“Oh good, the soul monger!”Album Art: https://i.imgur.com/yftFPLu.pngPart two of an ongoing Tomb of Annihilation campaign Artwork by @shaunmakes Featuring:Shaun as The Dungeon MasterAlex as Horrik JonesDan
“Rum Rag”Album Art: https://i.imgur.com/mmdWZKJ.pngPart one of an ongoing Tomb of Annihilation campaign Artwork by @shaunmakes Featuring:Shaun as The Dungeon MasterAlex as Horrik JonesDan as Leanni “Leanna”
“Bad Droid Triple 3”Album Art: https://i.imgur.com/vHEdA4w.jpgThe finale of a one-shot Star Wars: Edge of the Empire campaign Artwork by @cosmicamazing Featuring:Trevor as The Game MasterJake as
“We’re doing Stockholm Syndrome”Album Art: https://i.imgur.com/lhA5xCN.jpgPart one of a one-shot Star Wars: Edge of the Empire campaign Artwork by @cosmicamazing Featuring:Trevor as The Game MasterJake as
“My Time to Shine!”Album Art: https://i.imgur.com/ZjZDrmS.jpgPart 3 of a one-shot Degenesis campgain Artwork by @cosmicamazing Featuring:Trevor as The Game MasterSpecial Guest Josh as ZedDan as ValentinoAlex
“Gun Grampa”Album Art: https://i.imgur.com/zD6Q5Cv.pngPart two of a one-shot Degenesis campaign. Artwork by @cosmicamazing Featuring:Trevor as The Game MasterSpecial Guest Josh as ZedDan as ValentinoAlex as Theta-9
“Artifact Roadshow”Album Art: https://i.imgur.com/DCEXwNd.jpgPart one of a one-shot Degenesis campaign. Artwork by @cosmicamazing Featuring:Trevor as The Game MasterSpecial Guest Josh as ZedDan as ValentinoAlex as Theta-9
A preview of our upcoming Degenesis campaign, Chronicles After the EndAlbum Art: https://i.imgur.com/ztQ8p6J.png Artwork by @cosmicamazing Featuring:Trevor as The Game MasterSpecial Guest Josh as ZedDan