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 Episode Forty-Eight: Eye to Eye - Part Two
Retracing the assassin’s steps, the Bronze Scales find themselves facing down deadly beasts, and puzzling tunnels. From there, they wind their way through ancient subterranean ruins, and encounter a familiar face in the darkness beneath. But in trying to comprehend their enemies’ motivations, the devout Scales find their convictions challenged...
Note: Alexander was absent this half of the session.
Music: “They Came From the Sky” by August Wilhelmsson
Time Stamps
0:12 - Previously...
0:57 - Nat 20 on that imitation.
1:33 - Episode begins.
10:05 - Between a rock and more rocks.
14:20 - The battle begins.
24:38 - A familiar face...
27:45 - Why Klouse should play a bard.
35:00 - Finish him.
39:30 - Why Klouse should play a bard (reprise).
45:45 - End this, here and now.
53:00 - Once more, with feeling.
54:53 - HDYWTDT?
57:14 - Some answers.
1:12:13 - Making connections.
1:20:01 - Choosing a path.
1:22:56 - Outro.
Cast
DM - Klouse (https://twitter.com/KlouseWhite)
Amsen - Alexander (https://twitter.com/StoriesByAmsen)
Bál - Roger
Ellory - Nyessa (https://twitter.com/NyessaGaming)
Ezekiel - George
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
...more
1h 24min
July 31, 2019 Episode Forty-Eight: Eye to Eye - Part One
Retracing the assassin’s steps, the Bronze Scales find themselves facing down deadly beasts, and puzzling tunnels. From there, they wind their way through ancient subterranean ruins, and encounter a familiar face in the darkness beneath. But in trying to comprehend their enemies’ motivations, the devout Scales find their convictions challenged...
Theme Song: “Returning to Camp” by Magnus Ringblom
Other Music: “Heros Hand 1” from August Wilhelmsson
Time Stamps
0:12 - Intro.
1:42 - Remembrance: Doomed Discovery.
3:01 - Recap.
4:03 - Episode Begins.
8:53 - Dissection.
11:17 - Getting a (wrong) move on.
17:27 - Closing in...
31:41 - Paladins, tho.
37:09 - What have we here?
42:55 - Through the gates.
55:29 - Past the point of no return.
1:00:08 - 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
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
...more
1h 2min
July 31, 2019 Episode Forty-Seven: The Matron of the Mines - Part Two
The Bronze Scales take a moment to reconsider where to aim their aggressions, and continue their pursuit of the mysterious thief. Through winding tunnels and underground lakes, their trail leads them right into the clutches of danger, and Bál’s fiery temper takes a new direction.
Music: “They Came From the Sky” by August Wilhelmsson
Time Stamps
0:12 - Previously...
0:54 - Episode begins.
5:31 - Why do we bother?
9:47 - Entering the nest.
14:36 - Initiative.
31:06 - Ember Tempest.
49:51 - How do you want to do this?
51:11 - Through the fire.
54:16 - Outro.
Cast
DM - Klouse (https://twitter.com/KlouseWhite)
Amsen - Alexander (https://twitter.com/StoriesByAmsen)
Bál - Roger
Ellory - Nyessa (https://twitter.com/NyessaGaming)
Ezekiel - George
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
...more
56min
July 31, 2019 Episode Forty-Seven: The Matron of the Mines - Part One
The Bronze Scales take a moment to reconsider where to aim their aggressions, and continue their pursuit of the mysterious thief. Through winding tunnels and underground lakes, their trail leads them right into the clutches of danger, and Bál’s fiery temper takes a new direction.
Theme Song: “Returning to Camp” by Magnus Ringblom
Other Music: “Heros Hand 1” from August Wilhelmsson
Time Stamps
0:12 - Intro.
1:42 - It’s not a session without Klouse bitching at Skype.
1:54 - Prologue: Strange Rituals.
3:19 - Recap.
3:58 - Episode Begins.
8:58 - Trade.
16:02 - Well, someone forgot to be subtle.
23:25 - *60 ft. Darkvision + 30 ft. of Light. Swan can’t do math, or read.
28:49 - *60 ft. Read your magic item descriptions, kids.
39:06 - Into the mine.
44:33 - Well, shit.
1:12:02 - 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
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
...more
1h 14min
July 31, 2019 Episode Forty-Six: Chasing Violet - Part Two
Given one final errand before they go, the Bronze Scales are tasked with retrieval of a very powerful ancient artifact, after it- and the body of the violet-eyed woman- go missing. Doing what they do best, the Bronze Scales dive beneath the Viaduct, reaching the underbelly of the holy city and finding a number of dangers, and a particularly disturbing inhabitant of the sewers.
Note: Katie was absent this session.
Music: “They Came From the Sky” by August Wilhelmsson
Time Stamps
0:12 - Previously...
0:55 - Episode begins.
8:39 - Bad company.
18:00 - Keep to the shadows.
27:35 - Move on.
32:12 - What the...?
42:30 - Deal or no deal.
49:00 - Outro.
Cast
DM - Klouse (https://twitter.com/KlouseWhite)
Amsen - Alexander (https://twitter.com/StoriesByAmsen)
Bál - Roger
Ellory - Nyessa (https://twitter.com/NyessaGaming)
Ezekiel - George
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
...more
50min
July 31, 2019 Episode Forty-Six: Chasing Violet - Part One
Given one final errand before they go, the Bronze Scales are tasked with retrieval of a very powerful ancient artifact, after it- and the body of the violet-eyed woman- go missing. Doing what they do best, the Bronze Scales dive beneath the Viaduct, reaching the underbelly of the holy city and finding a number of dangers, and a particularly disturbing inhabitant of the sewers.
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.
1:42 - We won’t fix it in post. We never do.
1:57 - Prologue: Stolen Away.
3:44 - Recap.
4:25 - Episode begins.
15:47 - Any last questions?
22:19 - Let’s get down to business.
29:16 - R.O.U.S.
32:32 - Battle begins.
39:50 - Wild Surge.
1:10:56 - Final blow.
1:12:37 - 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
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
...more
1h 14min
July 31, 2019 Episode Forty-Five: Research & Ashes - Part One
The Bronze Scales wrap up their year in Nymunet. Meli leads Ellory and Vesper in some questionable experiments, Vesper shows her gratitude to her friends, and the party properly lays the memory of Orsissus to rest. As our heroes delve into research into the mysteries of their journey, they find themselves in unexpected danger...
Note: Roger was having tech issues with his mic
Theme Song: “Returning to Camp” by Magnus Ringblom
Other Music: “Heros Hand 1” from August Wilhelmsson
Time Stamps
0:12 - Intro.
1:42 - Recap.
2:22 - Episode begins.
7:57 - Blood, blood, gallons of the stuff...
14:09 - Reconsidering revealing the recipe for reanimation.
19:09 - Saying goodbye.
25:40 - Winterlude.
29:26 - The Scriptorium and the culmination of research:
32:06 - The Heritage of Fire Giants
35:04 - The Land of Faerie
36:26 - Fel Nor, the Shadowfell
38:13 - Veuxmeri, the First Elves
39:08 - The Founding of Nymunet
40:56 - The Harbingers and Omens
43:35 - Starfall
44:04 - The Star Celestials
45:16 - Circle of Stars, and The Black Star
46:35 - Betrayer Ascendants
48:21 - Waystones
53:41 - Where there’s a Will...
1:22:56 - Katie takes her leave.
1:24:56 - How Do You Want To Do This?
1:28:11 - 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
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
...more
1h 30min
July 31, 2019 Episode Forty-Five: Research & Ashes - Part Two
The Bronze Scales wrap up their year in Nymunet. Meli leads Ellory and Vesper in some questionable experiments, Vesper shows her gratitude to her friends, and the party properly lays the memory of Orsissus to rest. As our heroes delve into research into the mysteries of their journey, they find themselves in unexpected danger...
Note: Roger was having tech issues with his mic
Music: “They Came From the Sky” by August Wilhelmsson
Time Stamps
0:12 - Previously...
0:58 - Episode begins.
5:18 - Don’t be suspicious, don’t be suspicious...
14:14 - Alex later clarified Amsen’s hair is strawberry blond.
14:45 - Decisions, decisions.
25:22 - A hunch.
30:26 - A lesson on Solars.
34:31 - Final business.
38:39 - Outro.
Cast
DM - Klouse (https://twitter.com/KlouseWhite)
Amsen - Alexander (https://twitter.com/StoriesByAmsen)
Bál - Roger
Ellory - Nyessa (https://twitter.com/NyessaGaming)
Ezekiel - George
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
...more
40min
July 31, 2019 Episode Forty-Four: Interlude - Part Two
The Bronze Scales pass the next few months in Nymunet training, learning, exploring, and coming to understand themselves, each other, and their world more deeply. Ezekiel ties up some loose ends, Kalvyn reconnects with his friends, Bál meets a curious stranger, Meli fibs, Ellory and Vesper send an overdue message, and Amsen puts his talents to the test.
Music: “They Came From the Sky” by August Wilhelmsson
Time Stamps
0:12 - Previously...
0:57 - Episode begins.
10:11 - Meli phones home.
12:50 - Guilt and gratitude.
20:39 - Family dinner.
26:24 - Curious.
33:16 - Tempestuous teachings.
42:06 - Taking a gamble.
52:53 - Song: “Masterpiece” by Andy Grammar
56:58 - 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 (https://twitter.com/AShortRest)
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
...more
57min
July 31, 2019 Episode Forty-Four: Interlude - Part One
The Bronze Scales pass the next few months in Nymunet training, learning, exploring, and coming to understand themselves, each other, and their world more deeply. Ezekiel ties up some loose ends, Kalvyn reconnects with his friends, Bál meets a curious stranger, Meli fibs, Ellory and Vesper send an overdue message, and Amsen puts his talents to the test.
Theme Song: “Returning to Camp” by Magnus Ringblom
Other Music: “Heros Hand 1” from August Wilhelmsson
Time Stamps
0:12 - Intro.
1:42 - DM’s don’t play favorites.
2:02 - Recap.
2:43 - Episode begins.
7:10 - Demon hunters assemble.
12:09 - Saffron Garden.
17:16 - Hey there, demons. It’s us, ya Scales.
28:29 - Order of Sacrifice.
35:26 - Brothers.
45:00 - Delivering the blade.
54:29 - Return to the Vivus Tree.
1:02:11 - The winding halls of Ra’Sarab.
1:10:54 - 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 (https://twitter.com/AShortRest)
Meli - Katie (http://scanlan-jammin.tumblr.com)
Vesper - Swan (https://twitter.com/swanofmischief)
...more
1h 12min

FAQs about Back to the Story:

How many episodes does Back to the Story have?

The podcast currently has 175 episodes available.