Back to the Story

By Back to the Story

A roleplay-heavy 5e D&D podcast featuring holy-rolling childhood friends. Uploads on Wednesday and Friday!

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The podcast currently has 175 episodes available.

Back to the Story episodes:

July 31, 2019 Fireside Q&A Special: Bonfire Fables Two - Part 1
The cast of ‘Back (to the) Story’ and special guest Dael Kingsmill sit down for a Fireside Q&A, answering listener questions and discussing their play styles and character choices, their history with tabletop games, the family they found both in and out of character, and the way we share and value stories. And later, the Bronze Scales also make an appearance to take questions from our listeners!
Music: ‘Andreas Theme’ by Kevin MacLeod
Time Stamps
0:12 - Intro.
0:55 - Episode Begins.
2:30 - How did you get into Tabletop RPGs?
17:09 - The importance of feeling safe.
21:50 - @LostWhitlock: What was the first character you ever played?
27:00 - How did you first get involved with this group?
33:31- Dael, when you guested did you have any thoughts about what it would be like?
35:38 - What’s the most unexpected way your character has changed?
50:40 - What’s one thing you especially like about another player’s character?
54:35 - Character growth and found family.
59:08 - If we befriended our characters...
1:03:11 - Outro (updated end card).
By the Bonfire
Klouse (https://twitter.com/KlouseWhite)
Alexander (https://twitter.com/StoriesByAmsen)
Nyessa (https://twitter.com/NyessaGaming)
George
Michael
Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
Dael (youtube.com/MonarchsFactory)
...more
1h 4min
July 31, 2019 Episode Thirty-Eight: Second Chances - Part Two
The Bronze Scales return from Faerie, and regain their bearings. They soon discover that time has passed differently on the material plane, and grapple with their lost days, and lost party members. As they rush after Meli and Orizana, Ellory tries out a new trick, and the party arrives in Briarbridge, where Ezekiel is unwillingly welcomed home. Perturbed by a strange omen they recieve, Vesper decides it is finally time to plead for her forgiveness and redemption.
Note: Michael and Katie were absent this session.
Music: “They Came From the Sky” by August Wilhelmsson
Time Stamps
0:12 - Previously...
0:50 - Episode begins.
5:56 - An old friend?
10:53 - It’s been eight months.
12:57 - Oh shit.
17:15 - Foxtail Manor.
26:53 - Behind closed doors.
29:40 - Outside perspectives.
33:52 - Back to business.
37:41 - Meeting Joanna.
45:11 - On the search.
50:18 - Bits of business.
56:15 - Regrouping and atonement.
1:02:00 - Omens.
1:04:15 - Preparing the ritual.
1:06:25 - Song: “Bring Him Home” from Les Misérables.
1:11:46 - A prayer.
1:14:16 - An answer.
1:18:50 - Outro.
Cast
DM - Klouse (https://twitter.com/KlouseWhite)
Amsen - Alexander (https://twitter.com/StoriesByAmsen)
Bál - Roger
Ellory - Nyessa (https://twitter.com/NyessaGaming)
Ezekiel - George
Kalvyn - Michael
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
...more
1h 20min
July 31, 2019 Episode Thirty-Eight: Second Chances - Part One
The Bronze Scales return from Faerie, and regain their bearings. They soon discover that time has passed differently on the material plane, and grapple with their lost days, and lost party members. As they rush after Meli and Orizana, Ellory tries out a new trick, and the party arrives in Briarbridge, where Ezekiel is unwillingly welcomed home. Perturbed by a strange omen they recieve, Vesper decides it is finally time to plead for her forgiveness and redemption.
Note: Michael and Katie were absent this session.
Theme Song: “Returning to Camp” by Magnus Ringblom
Other Music: “Heros Hand 1” from August Wilhelmsson
Time Stamps
0:12 - Intro/Theme.
1:42 - Recap.
3:49 - Episode begins.
6:51 - Uh... Klouse?
11:33 - Time sickness and Identification.
20:45 - Of feathers and forgiveness.
27:27 - What we are, what we have been, and what we are becoming.
32:32 - Messages.
35:11 - Last minute updates.
40:34 - Friend or foe?
49:29 - Ellory’s new trick.
56:11 - Uh... Ezekiel?
1:04:24 - Next time...
Cast
DM - Klouse (https://twitter.com/KlouseWhite)
Amsen - Alexander (https://twitter.com/StoriesByAmsen)
Bál - Roger
Ellory - Nyessa (https://twitter.com/NyessaGaming)
Ezekiel - George
Kalvyn - Michael
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
...more
1h 6min
July 31, 2019 Episode Thirty-Seven: Ruth's Dowry - Part Two
A sudden commotion in the dining room of the Hearth & Copper Inn has the Bronze Scales teaming up with an enigmatic and feral stranger. The party and their new companion travel to Faerie, where they must rescue a kidnapped boy before his destiny can be set into motion before its time.
Featuring Guest Player Dael Kingsmill!
Note: Katie was absent this session.
Music: “They Came From the Sky” by August Wilhelmsson
Time Stamps
0:12 - Previously...
0:50 - Episode begins.
8:50 - Making friends.
11:32 - Vicious mockery.
12:09 - Inspiration: “If I Never Knew You” from Pocahontas.
16:20 - And the thunder rolls...
17:17 - ...Poorly.
23:03 - Sweet, sweet sorcerer surges.
32:54 - Cracking open a gatehouse with the boys.
39:40 - Heeeere’s Bál!
42:43 - Inspiration: “Hot Blooded” by Foreigner.
45:38 - Into the throne room.
51:47 - Swan’s PSA.
57:07 - Michael, please.
1:07:06 - In your wildest (magic) dreams.
1:08:35 - How Do You Want To Do This?
1:12:00 - Damn, girl.
1:15:36 - How Do You Want To Do This? (Reprise)
1:19:23 - Talking politics.
1:22:37 - Snap back to reality.
1:26:15 - Q&A Announcement!
1:27:27 - Outro.
Cast
DM - Klouse (https://twitter.com/KlouseWhite)
Amsen - Alexander (https://twitter.com/StoriesByAmsen)
Bál - Roger
Ellory - Nyessa (https://twitter.com/NyessaGaming)
Ezekiel - George
Kalvyn - Michael
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
Hunter - Dael (youtube.com/MonarchsFactory)
...more
1h 29min
July 31, 2019 Episode Thirty-Seven: Ruth's Dowry - Part One
A sudden commotion in the dining room of the Hearth & Copper Inn has the Bronze Scales teaming up with an enigmatic and feral stranger. The party and their new companion travel to Faerie, where they must rescue a kidnapped boy before his destiny can be set into motion before its time.
Featuring Guest Player Dael Kingsmill!
Note: Katie was absent this session.
Theme Song: “Returning to Camp” by Magnus Ringblom
Other Music: “Heros Hand 1” from August Wilhelmsson
Time Stamps
0:12 - Intro/Theme.
1:42 - Recap.
2:48 - Episode begins.
4:41 - Hunter.
10:22 - Bar fight!
19:38 - Inspiration: “Basket Case” by Green Day
23:25 - Rage!
29:45 - Wild, Wild Magic.
36:20 - A party of bad ideas.
39:55 - Magic crap and what comes next.
43:29 - Into the office.
49:43 - Welcome to Faerie.
52:37 - The Story of Ruth’s Dowry.
57:00 - How to storm your castle.
1:00:30 - Where are our manners?
1:03:49 - Siege the day.
1:11:21 - Next time...
1:12:02 - Q&A Announcement!
Cast
DM - Klouse (https://twitter.com/KlouseWhite)
Amsen - Alexander (https://twitter.com/StoriesByAmsen)
Bál - Roger
Ellory - Nyessa (https://twitter.com/NyessaGaming)
Ezekiel - George
Kalvyn - Michael
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
Hunter - Dael (youtube.com/MonarchsFactory)
...more
1h 14min
July 31, 2019 Episode Thirty-Six: From The Sky - Part Two
Leaving the ruins and the mistakes made there behind, the Bronze Scales push on towards Briarbridge. As they venture on, however, an airborne threat makes itself known, hunting on the prairies. Despite keeping an eye on the skies, the party finds themselves in battle with deadly predators, and Vesper faces the consequences of her decision…
Note: Katie was absent this session.
Music: “They Came From the Sky” by August Wilhelmsson
Time Stamps
0:12 - Previously...
0:54 - Episode begins.
7:11 - Trophies and butchering.
15:04 - Comfort and wisdom.
21:00 - Moving on.
25:30 - The Hearth & Copper.
34:26 - Outro.
Cast
DM - Klouse (https://twitter.com/KlouseWhite)
Amsen - Alexander (https://twitter.com/StoriesByAmsen)
Bál - Roger
Ellory - Nyessa (https://twitter.com/NyessaGaming)
Ezekiel - George
Kalvyn - Michael
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
...more
36min
July 31, 2019 Episode Thirty-Six: From The Sky - Part One
Leaving the ruins and the mistakes made there behind, the Bronze Scales push on towards Briarbridge. As they venture on, however, an airborne threat makes itself known, hunting on the prairies. Despite keeping an eye on the skies, the party finds themselves in battle with deadly predators, and Vesper faces the consequences of her decision…
Note: Katie was absent this session.
Theme Song: “Returning to Camp” by Magnus Ringblom
Other Music: “Heros Hand 1” from August Wilhelmsson
Time Stamps
0:12 - Intro/Theme.
1:42 - Recap.
4:23 - Episode begins.
8:30 - So, that could have gone better.
12:35 - Wings in the night.
17:24 - What do your half-elf eyes see?
21:06 - Adjustments and accents.
24:22 - Okay, let’s actually do this.
38:13 - Fallen.
52:00 - Magic of the wild variety.
1:04:41 - Next time...
Cast
DM - Klouse (https://twitter.com/KlouseWhite)
Amsen - Alexander (https://twitter.com/StoriesByAmsen)
Bál - Roger
Ellory - Nyessa (https://twitter.com/NyessaGaming)
Ezekiel - George
Kalvyn - Michael
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
...more
1h 6min
July 31, 2019 Episode Thirty-Five: Black Star Fallen - Part Two
Curiosity overcomes the Bronze Scales, and they decide to explore the ancient elven ruins. However, it seems they are not the first to arrive, and a Cryptologist with a team of hired mercenaries is looking into this already. Intrigued, the party finds themselves faced with an impenetrable door that guards ancient secrets. Secrets that perhaps should remain undiscovered and undisturbed…
Note: Katie was absent this session.
Music: “They Came From the Sky” by August Wilhelmsson
Time Stamps
0:12 - Previously...
0:52 - Episode begins.
6:13 - Oh. Oh, shit.
11:53 - Roll Initiative.
23:45 - Absorbed.
31:55 - Inspiration: “When You Were Young” by The Killers
43:07 - Wild Magic and Modrons.
51:41 - How Do You Want To Do This?
57:50 - Cleaning up.
1:02:21 - Attunement.
1:04:38 - Bál’s eyes are brown.
1:05:55 - A very important sword.
1:13:09 - Dissipation.
1:20:08 - A message.
1:20:56 - Outro.
Cast
DM - Klouse (https://twitter.com/KlouseWhite)
Amsen - Alexander (https://twitter.com/StoriesByAmsen)
Bál - Roger
Ellory - Nyessa (https://twitter.com/NyessaGaming)
Ezekiel - George
Kalvyn - Michael
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
...more
1h 22min
July 31, 2019 Episode Thirty-Five: Black Star Fallen - Part One
Curiosity overcomes the Bronze Scales, and they decide to explore the ancient elven ruins. However, it seems they are not the first to arrive, and a Cryptologist with a team of hired mercenaries is looking into this already. Intrigued, the party finds themselves faced with an impenetrable door that guards ancient secrets. Secrets that perhaps should remain undiscovered and undisturbed…
Note: Katie was absent this session.
Theme Song: “Returning to Camp” by Magnus Ringblom
Other Music: “Heros Hand 1” from August Wilhelmsson
Time Stamps
0:12 - Intro/Theme.
1:42 - Recap.
3:30 - Episode begins.
9:25 - Weal or Woe?
12:20 - We have company.
21:00 - A lock with no key.
28:16 - Hard cut.
34:39 - Puzzling it out.
47:05 - Is that... good?
52:52 - Penetration achieved.
58:52 - Next time...
Cast
DM - Klouse (https://twitter.com/KlouseWhite)
Amsen - Alexander (https://twitter.com/StoriesByAmsen)
Bál - Roger
Ellory - Nyessa (https://twitter.com/NyessaGaming)
Ezekiel - George
Kalvyn - Michael
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
...more
1h
July 31, 2019 Episode Thirty-Four: The Road Less Traveled Part Two
The Bronze Scales conclude their business in Haamel, and head north along the map’s trails. They discover the hard way that not all places in the Ayinell are as warm and welcoming as where they’ve been before, but that friends can still be found where they are least expected. As the party presses on, they learn that Wolves, as well as foxes, now hunt along the shoreline.
Note: Katie was absent this session.
Part One: https://youtu.be/cQmlcCVieP0
Music: “They Came From the Sky” by August Wilhelmsson
Time Stamps
0:12 - Previously...
0:56 - Episode begins.
5:00 - The Liege.
9:41 - Calm down- or not.
21:52 - Ezekiel + Handcuffs = Probably not what you’d expect.
29:40 - Well, that could have been worse.
36:00 - The road less traveled by.
39:56 - Olivia.
46:16 - The journey goes on.
51:52 - “My name is Roderick.”
52:51 - Recalculating.
57:42 - Into the woods without delay.
1:02:02 - Outro.
Cast
DM - Klouse (https://twitter.com/KlouseWhite)
Amsen - Alexander (https://twitter.com/StoriesByAmsen)
Bál - Roger
Ellory - Nyessa (https://twitter.com/NyessaGaming)
Ezekiel - George
Kalvyn - Michael
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
...more
1h 3min

FAQs about Back to the Story:

How many episodes does Back to the Story have?

The podcast currently has 175 episodes available.