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DnD RAW is a party of friends who mostly follow rules as written (RAW) for Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition! New episode every other Wednesday.

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04.15.2024
Sharpened Quill #22: You Crumble on the First Wall
The party begins the journey towards Alaybel as they prepare for the heist of a powerful object. Meanwhile, they each get an opportunity to speak with their imprisoned psionic assassin as she tries to find the weaknesses in the group. Twitter:@RulesAsWritten Email:...
03.18.2024
Rumble Squad #2:14: You’ve Heard of Me Then
As the party finishes their shopping and gets some rest before the long road to Rumnaheim, the magic that first brought them out of the Rugorim looks to be active again. Twitter:@RulesAsWritten Email: [email protected] Discord: Chat with us! “Heroic Age” by Kevin MacLeod License: CC...
05.29.2023
Sharpened Quill #21: To Power!
With a dangerous mystic assassin aboard the ship the party has a limited window to interrogate her before things could take a turn for the worse. Hey everyone, just wanted to give you a heads up, going forward we will be...
04.24.2023
Rumble Squad #2:13: Kill Them with Kindness
The party continue to enjoy their downtime as Dahlia searches for interesting trinkets, Orik visits his childhood home, and Luven gets the chance to catch up on his many letters. Luven does learn some information from some penpals that does...
03.20.2023
Sharpened Quill #20: Keep Your Presence Under Wraps
The party must avoid the guards if they are to escape the city with the information they need. Unfortunately, due to the time constraints of the charm spell, they will need to split the party to gather the information they...
02.13.2023
Rumble Squad #2:12: That’s for Nabresal Prime
The party finds themselves with some time on their hands as they are now back in one of the four major kingdoms of Nabresal. Time to make some deals and have a party. Special thanks to our Patreon Supporter Christopher Reinert...
11.07.2022
Sharpened Quill #19: Do I Just Reply, Roar?
Akiva and the Spirit of Song continue to run through the catacombs beneath the city of Holimion, avoiding guards and an assassin. Meanwhile Belinda and Scriv try to beat everyone else in getting to Akiva before their friend gets arrested,...
10.10.2022
Rumble Squad #2:11: Forging Ahead
As the battle against the Darakhul comes to a close, the party say their goodbyes to Krognar before beginning some much-desired downtime and making some deals. This episode has a special guest: Jeremy Kleinhans, dungeon master of the Midnight Kingdoms podcast!...
09.12.2022
Sharpened Quill #18: Solving Crime But Also Committing Crime
The performance reaches a crescendo but Akiva finds himself as an accomplice to a terrible crime. While Belinda and Scriv try to piece things together, Akiva chooses to put his trust in the Spirit of Song. Hey everyone, just wanted to...
08.15.2022
Rumble Squad #2:10: Well, You Wanted Fire Dahlia
Continuing their investigation of the missing dwarves in Vunrihm, the party, with the aid of Krognar One-Horn, must now deal with what appears to be a gang of Darakhul! This episode has a special guest: Jeremy Kleinhans, dungeon master of the...
07.25.2022
Sharpened Quill #17: I’m Not Built for This
The party have a brief conversation with a Thoven fan before receiving a letter from Nissa. After settling for the evening, they plan a relaxing night out to the House of Lights to take in a show and maybe learn...
06.13.2022
Rumble Squad #2:9: Curse Be It
Following the lead of Krognar On-Horn, the party heads down to the Undercity of Vunrihm in order to discover the location of several reported missing people. This episode has a special guest: Jeremy Kleinhans, dungeon master of the Midnight Kingdoms podcast!...
05.09.2022
Sharpened Quill #16: He’s the Spirit of Song, Isn’t He?
Belinda and Scriv dive into research as they learn more about theories as to the god’s disappearances and the Zummyar Dynasty. Akiva meanwhile meets a local performer and learns a little more about what it’s like to perform on stage...
04.11.2022
Rumble Squad #2.8: Scribbles on Paper & a Handshake
Soon after returning to Orik’s hometown, Rumble Squad encounters a new ally and a new mystery. Why are the townsfolk claiming that their loved ones have been replaced by imposters? Rumble Squad is on the case! This episode has a special...
03.07.2022
Sharpened Quill #15: I Will Pet the Small Flying Cat
The party has arrived in the capital city of Solana, Holimion where Belinda and Scriv get to continue their research into the missing deities and the Zummyar Empire while Akiva gets distracted by a new pet and Nissa heads off...
12.01.2021
Hiatus Announcement
Hey everyone, We just wanted to inform you that due to some health issues that have come up, we will be taking a hiatus from the podcast throughout December and most likely throughout January. As of right now our intention is...
10.20.2021
Rumble Squad #2.7: Truly a Blessing from Jaddumin
With the Lightning Cat defeated, the party turns their attention to the Illusionist Thar, before returning to Isenthias. As they return to see some old friends and continue their crafting, something is stirring in a far-off land... Hiatus We wanted to announce...
10.13.2021
Sharpened Quill #14: I Can See Into His Heart
With the Githyanki raiders held off, the party discuss Scriv’s actions during the battle and check in on how he feels having killed someone. Following the discussion, the party still has a githyanki prisoner with them and needs to figure...
10.06.2021
Sharpened Quill #13: Air Pirates and Dragons
Traveling in style the party enjoys a little bit of relaxation as they travel the skies of the high elven kingdom of Solana. It isn’t long however till the party learns that they are not the only ones who are...
09.29.2021
Austea Mailbag #7 and Episode Recap
We answer your questions and bring you up to speed one the first part of Arc 2 for both the Sharpened Quill and Rumble Squad parties! Tony, Nick, Chris, and Adam talk about their thoughts on the mystic class, what...
09.22.2021
Rumble Squad #2.6: That Was the Lightning Cat
With the fires put out the party turns their attention to the start of the flames and this mysterious angelic savior of Isenthias. Meeting back up with a few old friends the group learn of a strange and mystical entity...
09.15.2021
Sharpened Quill #12: It’s Sooo Galu
Having completed the trials of the Temple of the Prime, the party plans their next journey; to a magic shop! With more to research and learn they make plans to head off to the capital city of Solana and decide...
09.08.2021
Sharpened Quill #11: Welcome Agents of the Prime
The party faces the final trail in the Temple of the Prime before entering the final chamber. What awaits them here are not only some of the answers that they have been searching for but a being who is as...
09.02.2021
Sharpened Quill #10: Shape the Chaos
The party engaged in the trials of the Temple of the Prime. What sort of surprises await the party as they step into the first challenge? The challenge of Arkon! Special thanks to our Patreon Supporter Christopher Reinert for serving as...
08.25.2021
Favian Nathandem
Now that Darvin is head of the Nathandem household what will become of his father Favian? Join in and learn how Favian feels about this change of power and even what he did to become head of the household in...
08.18.2021
Rumble Squad #2.5: This City Won’t Leave Us Alone
Rumble Squad gets the chance to relax after their trip to the Plane of Elemental Earth before they notice dark smoke in the distance. As they rush headlong towards Isenthias, what will they find when they arrive? Special thanks to our...
08.11.2021
Sharpened Quill #9: Welcome to Ashmalin
The party embarks on their next journey as they leave Orinthal and the Vremor Empire entirely to try to the land of Solana on their quest to learn more about what happened to the gods. With the help of Thoven...
08.04.2021
Sharpened Quill #8: Thoven Arborshade Is On His Way
The party sits down and goes over all of the information they were able to acquire from the Library of Tenebrus with the famous Thoven Arborshade. While Belinda and Scriv report to General Walsingham, Akiva prepares for one more performance...
07.28.2021
The Last Job of the Pirate Zouless
This week we will be going into the story of Oliver Ashglade, better known as the cleric pirate, Zouless. Listen in as he writes down the events that lead to him finding the Amulet of Tenebrus and the dangers that...
07.21.2021
Rumble Squad #2.4: I Don’t Want to Anger a Turtle Mountain
The final challenge of Zaratan awaits and the party can finally obtain the Soul of the Earth. Though the party has done well, their meeting with the Elder Elemental of Earth may not be everything that they expect though wisdom...
07.14.2021
Sharpened Quill #7: Aruxus Went Down to Orinthal
While Belinda and Scriv secure a new contact and potential employee, Akiva and Nissa set the stage for a Bard Off. As the Ball finally comes to a close, the party get a chance to see the fruits of their...
07.07.2021
Sharpened Quill #6: This Seems Very Petty
With the party successful in helping Darvin through their multi-prong approach, they continue to try and make a name for themselves by helping various important figures achieve goals throughout the Ball. Though as the party begins to come to a...
06.30.2021
Boulder’s Tale
This week we will be going into the story of Boulder, Earthen Guardian of the Rugorim. Listen in as he sits peacefully with Rumble Squad’s mascot Anvil and tells the story of when he first met the Elder Elemental Zaratan...
06.23.2021
Rumble Squad #2.3: The Strength of the Mountain
After a confrontation with several earth elementals, Rumble Squad begins the Challenges of Zaratan. As the team begins the process of collecting the elements of the Soul Forge, will they be strong enough to handle what the Plane of Earth...
06.16.2021
Sharpened Quill #5: Your Future within the Empire
The case of the mangled marzipan, Favian’s secret dealings, and a meeting with the Queen! Sharpened Quill continue with their investigations and work diligently in order to aid Darvin in his bid to become head of the Nathandem household. Special thanks...
06.09.2021
Sharpened Quill #4: Defaced the Marzipan Bust
The party begins! As Sharpened Quill schmoozes with the various guests at the ball, they eat, meet with important figures, and begin to get their new company out there. Darvin meanwhile approaches the party for aid and lets them in...
06.02.2021
Sharpened Quill #3: Going to Have Tea with Bai
As the party makes their final preparations and gets some snazzy new haircuts, Scriv decides to pay Bai a visit to try and make sense of all the party has learned from the books they took from the library of...
05.26.2021
Darvin's Memoirs
This week we will be going into the story of the Dawn Herald, Darvin Nathandem, Royal Cleric of the Vremor Empire, and Vanquisher of Tenebrus. Listen in as Darvin recounts important aspects of his life which led him to the...
05.19.2021
Rumble Squad #2.2: After You Earth Person
Rumble Squad finishes their preparations as they travel to the elemental plane of earth. With new equipment and skills, they prepare to face the first challenge in the materials needed to construct the weapon of Jaddumin, the Soul Forge. Special thanks...
05.12.2021
Sharpened Quill #2: A Glittery Version of Myself
With the business just getting off the ground, Sharpened Quill tries to learn what happened to their old friend Xalvador before continuing their preparations for the Ball. Special thanks to our Patreon Supporter Christopher Reinert for serving as producer on this...
05.05.2021
Sharpened Quill #1: Stabbing Things and Paperwork
Arc 2 has arrived and Serviceable Plots will go by a new name! Fresh off of their victory in the Abyss the party prepares for some much-deserved downtime as they decide to start their own official business, Sharpened Quill. Special thanks...
04.28.2021
Rumble Squad #2.1: Luven’s Birthday
Arc 2 has begun! Rumble Squad spent some well-deserved time on Boulder’s lands recovering from the battle with the Fortune Born while crafting new and useful items for their future adventures. Also introducing Rachael’s new character to the group of...
04.21.2021
Previously in Arc One and Announcements
Hey everyone! Here’s a couple of announcements to help fill you in on events between Arc 1 and 2 of our two campaigns as well as a recap of what happened in both groups. We will be bringing you arc...
04.14.2021
Orinthal Redux #15: Clearly, You Have Done Much
The party faces the consequences of their actions over the past few days as they are brought before the King of Orinthal! Stay tuned for after the episode for the epilogue for each of the characters as they discuss what...
04.07.2021
Rules: Mystics Part 2
Are you a fan of mysterious mental powers? If so, you might be interested in playing a mystic in DnD 5e. But what happened to the mystic class from previous editions? We are joined by Jacky, Death by Mage, to...
03.31.2021
Orinthal Redux #14: Destroy the Amulet!
This is it, the final confrontation with Ralayan as the party fights this undead aberration and helps to decide the fate of Orinthal! Welcome to Orinthal Redux! We are re-releasing our original short series, Orinthal, with new editing and music. Three...
03.24.2021
Rules: Mystics Part 1
Are you a fan of mysterious mental powers? If so, you might be interested in playing a mystic in DnD 5e. But what happened to the mystic class from previous editions? We are joined by Jacky, Death by Mage, to...
03.17.2021
Orinthal Redux #13: Now’s Not the Time to Hold Back
The party rest after a very long day before beginning their infiltration into the Regent's Seat District. As they face the new day they steel themselves to go up against Ralayan for the fate of Orinthal. Welcome to Orinthal Redux! We...
03.03.2021
Orinthal Redux #12: Eternally One of My Friends
As the party finish their fight in the Waterways, they take time to recover and try and discern what they know about the plans of the Whispered Ones. With time running out the party go to a safe place to...
02.17.2021
Orinthal Redux #11: This is How a Monk Conterspells
With their meeting with Thoven ended, the party decide to search the Waterways for more clues as to the Whispered Ones plans. Along the way they confront a surprising enemy and face off against a being unlike any they have...

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DnD RAW Actual Play episodes:

Sharpened Quill #22: You Crumble on the First Wall

Rumble Squad #2:14: You’ve Heard of Me Then

Sharpened Quill #21: To Power!

Rumble Squad #2:13: Kill Them with Kindness

Sharpened Quill #20: Keep Your Presence Under Wraps

Rumble Squad #2:12: That’s for Nabresal Prime

Sharpened Quill #19: Do I Just Reply, Roar?

Rumble Squad #2:11: Forging Ahead

Sharpened Quill #18: Solving Crime But Also Committing Crime

Rumble Squad #2:10: Well, You Wanted Fire Dahlia

Sharpened Quill #17: I’m Not Built for This

Rumble Squad #2:9: Curse Be It

Sharpened Quill #16: He’s the Spirit of Song, Isn’t He?

Rumble Squad #2.8: Scribbles on Paper & a Handshake

Sharpened Quill #15: I Will Pet the Small Flying Cat

Hiatus Announcement

Rumble Squad #2.7: Truly a Blessing from Jaddumin

Sharpened Quill #14: I Can See Into His Heart

Sharpened Quill #13: Air Pirates and Dragons

Austea Mailbag #7 and Episode Recap

Rumble Squad #2.6: That Was the Lightning Cat

Sharpened Quill #12: It’s Sooo Galu

Sharpened Quill #11: Welcome Agents of the Prime

Sharpened Quill #10: Shape the Chaos

Favian Nathandem

Rumble Squad #2.5: This City Won’t Leave Us Alone

Sharpened Quill #9: Welcome to Ashmalin

Sharpened Quill #8: Thoven Arborshade Is On His Way

The Last Job of the Pirate Zouless

Rumble Squad #2.4: I Don’t Want to Anger a Turtle Mountain

Sharpened Quill #7: Aruxus Went Down to Orinthal

Sharpened Quill #6: This Seems Very Petty

Boulder’s Tale

Rumble Squad #2.3: The Strength of the Mountain

Sharpened Quill #5: Your Future within the Empire

Sharpened Quill #4: Defaced the Marzipan Bust

Sharpened Quill #3: Going to Have Tea with Bai

Darvin's Memoirs

Rumble Squad #2.2: After You Earth Person

Sharpened Quill #2: A Glittery Version of Myself

Sharpened Quill #1: Stabbing Things and Paperwork

Rumble Squad #2.1: Luven’s Birthday

Previously in Arc One and Announcements

Orinthal Redux #15: Clearly, You Have Done Much

Rules: Mystics Part 2

Orinthal Redux #14: Destroy the Amulet!

Rules: Mystics Part 1

Orinthal Redux #13: Now’s Not the Time to Hold Back

Orinthal Redux #12: Eternally One of My Friends

Orinthal Redux #11: This is How a Monk Conterspells