Before the distress call is answered, the assets are created.

In this prelude episode, we step behind the scenes to build the characters which will shape Darkstar: Distress Call From Boomertown.

We talk through:

Character concepts

Connections between the crew

Personal stakes and motivations

How the Mothership system frames character creation

The tone and themes of the story to come

This episode is the perfect entry point for new listeners, offering context and insight before the story begins — and a deeper appreciation of the choices that echo throughout the campaign.

🎧 Recommended listening: Start here before Episode 1.For more information on Mothership, or to purchase this incredible game, please check out their official website: https://www.tuesdayknightgames.com/pages/mothership-rpg 

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These episodes are using the Mothership rules system.

Edited by:

Charlie

With Effects and Music by: 

TC Patrick  

Music (Thanks to):

Corporate Upbeat Motivational by Sonican

Dark and Creepy Piano Horror by Cyberwave Orchestra

Joyful Corporate by Sonican

Sci-Fi Ambient by Stereocode

Sci-Fi Background by SlavaMSound

Space Ambient Sci Fi by Lexin Music

Stranger Things by Music_Unlimited

Synthwave Track for Space Force by NickPanek620

Tension by Williammedeirosrj

Deep Relaxation by SamuelFrancisJohnson

The Red Right Hand - Artwork, Conceptial Design and Logo

Sarah Isabella – General Artwork

Joey (The Sleepy Pencil) – Character Art (Etsy)

Ben Lee (Foundation) & SJ Phyonix – Merchandise Designs

🔊 Additional Sound & Music By Syrinscape – Because Epic Games Need Epic Sound!