Big Bear's Tavern Tales

After the party descends deeper into the secret entrance to Fort Sungard from a nearby cave; blades drawn and magic ready. A ritual interrupted, a fight ignited, and something ancient begins to stir. Shadows grow long as a greater threat makes its presence known in the depths of Falkreath's countryside.

The party descends through a hidden passage beneath the spider’s nest, uncovering a long-forgotten Draugr ruin. Traps, puzzles, and undead horrors test their resolve as they navigate the maze-like tombs. But deep in the dark, a chilling discovery: a band of cultists mid-ritual, drawing power from something ancient and forbidden.

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After surviving their first clash with the Forsworn, our trio of adventurers reaches the cave system beneath the fort. Their stealth mission begins—but first, they’ll have to survive a brutal encounter with frostbite spiders. Poison, panic, and plenty of webs await!

Today we kick off the Frostfall Saga, a Skyrim and Elder Scrolls-inspired D&D campaign! The party sets out in search of quick coin near Falkreath, soon catching wind of a militia rallying to storm a Forsworn-infested fort. After some travel, unexpected combat, and questionable interrogation tactics, the group is given a critical mission: infiltrate the enemy’s hidden escape tunnel through the eastern caves and help launch a surprise assault from within. The journey begins—with danger lurking behind every tree.

Ten years have passed, and the trio reunites in the real world to reflect on the journey that changed everything. From wild hallucinations to life-altering choices, they share what became of their lives after A New Life.

This mini-campaign was a blast from start to finish. Funny, weird, emotional, and full of unexpected moments. I’m so grateful to have played it with such a creative and chaotic group of friends. Their roleplay, ideas, and commitment made this something special—and I loved every minute of it.

Thanks for listening. ❤️

Next Series: The Frostfall Saga - Skyrim Themed D&D Campaign

The crew takes the fight to Bip and his werewolf gang in the rec room, with Theraway’s gong ringing out both in battle and heartbreak. As tensions rise and weapons fall, personal lines are crossed, and something begins to unravel behind the scenes. Victory comes at a cost—and beyond the courtyard door, something dark is waiting.

What starts as a chill dinner with DJ Boots N Cats turns incendiary when the crew goes to set Dr. Mindbender’s office on fire; they end up shattering the illusion of "A New Life the Dungeon Town" and exposing devastating truths about their reality. Sky reunites with his long-lost father, returning from more than just a trip for milk and cigarettes. Now, with clarity, and chaos, in their wake, the team heads to the rec room to confront Bip, the hulking mummy menace, on behalf of Theos, Boots N Cats, and everyone he’s ever pushed around. While the DJ drops beats, they’re ready to drop Bip.

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The party wakes to find the entire dungeon transformed into a spooky, Transylvania-style town — cobwebs, costumes, and creepy vibes included. Everyone, even the adventurers themselves, are “reskinned” as monsters for the occasion, but nothing’s actually changed... right?

After a bizarre breakfast and witnessing a baby vampire get bullied by Bip the Mummy Thug, the group makes plans for a beatdown. Along the way, Sky gets magically gagged by Dr. Mindbender for cursing too much, Theraway starts asking the wrong questions, and Mikael — coming down hard from his last dose of pills — begins to see through the illusion… glimpses of something darker underneath it all.

They seek guidance from their friend Dr. Spellweaver and swing by the local mask shop before finally helping set up for the big Halloween masquerade ball. But just as the vibe starts to chill, Bip makes a comeback — sucker-punching Boots N Cats, the humanoid feline DJ, mid-soundcheck.

And that’s when things really kick off.

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains themes of suicide, self-harm, and torture. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

In the depths of the dungeon town, tensions rise as Sky and Theraway try to distract themselves from a growing unease; while Mikael fights a battle beyond their control. Strange occurrences plague the streets, the weight of consequence looms, and the line between action and acceptance begins to blur. Some wounds heal, others fester… and some things can’t be undone.

The party steps into the ring for a high-stakes, no-holds-barred brawl that’s more WWE spectacle than standard combat. Chairs fly, bodies hit the floor, and the crowd goes wild as they push their limits to secure victory. But just as the final countdown begins, the celebration takes a sudden, unexpected turn.

What should have been a triumphant moment quickly spirals into chaos, desperation, and consequences no one saw coming. Will they rise victorious—or fall before the final bell?

Tune in for bone-crushing action, dramatic twists, and a finish that no one could have predicted.