Welcome to the premiere episode of our brand-new tabletop campaign! Step into the year 2127 and cross the threshold of New Babylon, a glowing, tropical glass oasis surrounded by a frozen, post-apocalyptic wasteland.

In this inaugural session, we meet Team Z: a group of four newly graduated, highly eccentric, and beautifully unmotivated recruits of the Gates of National Defense (GND):

• Aker (played by Orion): The laid-back, surfer-style scout just trying to enjoy his morning.

• Briar (played by Sylvia): The quiet, book-loving intellectual tucked away in the archives.

• Joe (played by Jeffrey): The red-haired gremlin with a knack for digital piracy.

• Mira (played by Winter): The towering, unenthusiastic recruit who would rather be napping.

Their mundane morning is shattered when Commissioner Johnson summons them to his office. After reviewing their less-than-stellar academic records, he hands them their very first deployment: travel east beyond the safety of the Golden Wall to the small, rustic outland village of Twoville. A mysterious, highly intelligent, and talking Malign is harassing the local farmers, leaving behind a trail of bizarre farmland destruction.

Armed with their newly acquired runic Neph-pens, a mountain of tactical gear, and a quirky, gossip-loving squire named Tina, the fresh recruits step into the silent, frozen chill of the Grey.

What terrifying entity awaits them under the cover of night? Is there truth to the local rumors of a massive, shifting beast that taunts its prey? And what ancient, sovereign secrets lie buried in the bloodlines of this ragtag group of survivors?

Tune in as we kick off a brand-new saga of steel, shadows, and legacy!

Welcome back to Tainted Legacy! In Chapter 3 | The Dawn of a New Order, the world is changed forever.

Niko and Adelaine are thrown into a world-changing battle for control of the Bayou, where a new, monstrous power is unleashed and the losses are unimaginable. As the dust settles, two divine beings, God and Lilith, arrive and begin to establish a "New World Order."

The PCs are forced to join this new world, but when a shocking plan is revealed, they must make a difficult choice. A small group of resistance fighters forms, and the PCs are now faced with one final mission to save the world from the most powerful beings the modern world has ever seen.

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Welcome back to Hermit Dice! I'm your GM, Ehko The Slime (or just Ehko), and our Age of Variants campaign, "The Vanguard Initiative," just went from a globe-trotting adventure to a cosmic one.

In this session, our heroes—Cinder (Mauricio), Beast Hide (NexusTime/Wellington), Venom (Sylvia), and Jackal's Howl—find themselves a long way from home and in a world they never knew existed. They'll encounter a mysterious new civilization that brings with it a whole new set of rules and rivalries, forcing some members of the team to reveal long-kept secrets.

As the crew returns to Earth, they hope for a moment of peace, but a familiar enemy has other plans. The Omega Protocol makes a surprising move that changes everything, raising the stakes and making the mission incredibly personal. Tune in to see how the team deals with this new threat and what it means for their future.

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Welcome back to Tainted Legacy! In Chapter 3 | The Dawn of a New Order, the world is changed forever.

Niko and Adelaine are thrown into a world-changing battle for control of the Bayou, where a new, monstrous power is unleashed and the losses are unimaginable. As the dust settles, two divine beings, God and Lilith, arrive and begin to establish a "New World Order."

The PCs are forced to join this new world, but when a shocking plan is revealed, they must make a difficult choice. A small group of resistance fighters forms, and the PCs are now faced with one final mission to save the world from the most powerful beings the modern world has ever seen.

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Welcome back to Hermit Dice! I'm your GM, Ehko The Slime (or just Ehko), and this week, we're jumping two weeks into the future of our Age of Variants campaign, "The Vanguard Initiative."

In this action-packed session, the team—Cinder (Mauricio), Beast Hide (NexusTime/Wellington), Venom (Sylvia), and a new face, Jackal's Howl—embarks on a daring mission. They're tasked with infiltrating Prometheus Labs to acquire a powerful new element. However, they're not the only ones with their sights on the prize, leading to a clash with a familiar mechanical menace.

What they find next takes their mission to a whole new level, pulling them into a global conspiracy involving a race of aliens and an unexpected trip far from home. This session is all about high stakes, cosmic discoveries, and a tense confrontation that will leave the team in a precarious position they've never faced before. Join us as our heroes learn that the dangers they face aren't just confined to Earth.

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Welcome back to Tainted Legacy! In Chapter 2 | The King's Gambit, the stakes are higher than ever.

Following a lead on their missing roommate, Nikki, Niko and Adelaine are thrust into a chaotic war for control of the Bayou, where a full-scale battle erupts between multiple Dreadborn factions. They encounter The Hare, a dangerous new antagonist whose plan goes far beyond New Orleans.

The session is full of shocking revelations, difficult choices, and a terrifying betrayal that forces the PCs to pick a side in a spiritual war that could change the world forever. The episode ends with a world-changing ritual that has begun, and a final battle that is about to tear the city apart.

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Welcome back to Hermit Dice, your go-to podcast for all things TTRPG! I'm your GM, Ehko The Slime (or Ehko, or Cedrick), and in this special interlude for "The Vanguard Initiative," we're taking a focused look at a pivotal moment for one of our newest heroes.

This standalone session delves into the immediate aftermath of Session Two's dramatic conclusion, centering entirely on Nex Revenger, codename Beast Hide (played by NexusTime/Wellington). Join us for a unique glimpse into his time spent behind bars, exploring the challenges and realities of his confinement. Witness what transpired during his brief incarceration and how he ultimately secures his release. It's a critical bridge between sessions, offering insight into Beast Hide's experiences before he rejoins the main narrative.

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Welcome back to Tainted Legacy! In this first chapter, "The Hunt Begins," Niko and Adelaine are no longer just two friends from a New Orleans bakery. They've been thrust into the hidden world of the Nephilim, where they are tested by their new powers and their first real mission.

Following a strange lead on their missing roommate, Nikki, the team finds themselves in a labyrinth of shifting realities, where they are forced to confront a world full of terrifying monsters and dangerous secrets. With the team separated, they must rely on their wits and their newfound powers to survive. They encounter a new, dangerous antagonist who seems to know more about their past than they do, and a powerful, new ally with a monstrous secret.

Will they be able to find Nikki? And will their new powers be enough to survive the hunt?

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Welcome back, Hermit Dice listeners! I'm your GM, Ehko The Slime (or Ehko, or Cedrick), and we're diving straight into a thrilling second session of "The Vanguard Initiative," our Mutants & Masterminds 3rd Edition adventure in the Age of Variants.

This episode introduces a brand new face to our roster: NexusTime (also known as Wellington), who joins us as Nex Revenger, codename Beast Hide. The session kicks off with Beast Hide encountering a desperate situation that quickly pulls him into the extraordinary world of our established heroes.

As Ash Grayson (Cinder), Geraldine Poon (Rage Bait), and Soren Valemont (Venom) continue to navigate their new roles, the arrival of Beast Hide brings a fresh dynamic to the team. You'll witness them unite for a challenging investigation that leads them down a rabbit hole of surprising discoveries and dangerous encounters. Our heroes will find themselves facing not only unknown adversaries but also complex moral dilemmas and the escalating consequences of their actions. Get ready for some high-stakes infiltration, unexpected twists, and a dramatic confrontation that will leave you eager for more.

The Age of Variants is proving to be a world full of challenges, and our heroes are quickly learning that saving the day often comes with a hefty price.

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Welcome to a new series of Mutants & Masterminds! Join your Game Master, Ehko, as he guides a new tale of hidden identities, ancient bloodlines, and supernatural secrets.

In this first session, meet our players: Orion, who plays Niko Frost, a soft-spoken baker with a recurring dream he can't explain; and Sylvia, who plays Adelaine, a spirited young woman with a sharp wit and a deep loyalty to her friends.

Niko and Adelaine, roommates who work at The Sweet Magnolia Bakery in the heart of New Orleans, live a normal, mundane life. But when a friendly invitation to a local nightclub leads them into a violent confrontation with a group of mysterious strangers, their reality begins to unravel. Marked by a strange symbol and hunted by things they can't explain, they'll soon discover that their quiet city is a battleground, their home is a target, and their lives will never be the same.

What happened to their missing roommate? Why are they suddenly invisible to the world? And what ancient legacy is now stirring in their blood?

This is where their story begins.

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