Welcome to the finale of our October special! Nothing could be more fitting to end Halloween on, than the history of one of the greatest villains ever created for Dungeons and Dragons - Strahd, the first vampire, the Count of Barovia.

Art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on twitter, with music by Faefield productions. This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. You can find me on social media @StiehlVA, or on my website, www.MarkStiehl.com.

Terrifying creatures exist within the many planes of Dungeons and Dragons, but what do you do when you enter a little known plane of existence, and find yourself trapped there, because something has taken your place?

Art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music by Faefield Productions. This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. You can find me on social media @StiehlVA, or on my website, www.MarkStiehl.com

Something feels off, but you can't remember what. Belongings that aren't yours litter the room, but you've no clue how they got there. Did you always have a party of three? Or is someone missing that no one can quite remember?

On this week's October special, we explore one of the most terrifying homebrew creations in Dungeons and Dragons, the False Hydra.

Art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music by Faefield Productions. This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. You can find me on social media @StiehlVA, or on my website, www.MarkStiehl.com.

It's October! To celebrate the spooky season, we will be releasing a brand new episode every Thursday this month, diving into some of the most terrifying creatures from within the D&D mythos.

This week, be cautious how much you trust your Bag of Holding. There just might be something lurking just beyond the opening, waiting for you to reach in...

Art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on twitter, with brand new music for this special created by Faefield Productions. This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. You can find me on social media @StiehlVA, or on me website, www.MarkStiehl.com.

D&D has a number of iconic monsters, and this week we are diving into yet another one on that list. Be sure to think twice before diving into that treasure chest, it may well be the last thing you do...

Art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music by Faefield Productions. This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. You can find me on social media @StiehlVA, or on my website, www.MarkStiehl.com.

The insidious nation of Thay is an incredibly dangerous place, and the mere mention of its infamous Red Wizards is enough to chill us to the bone. Join me in exploring the history and lore of one of the most dangerous countries in the Forgotten Realms.

Art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music by Faefield Productions. This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. You can find me on social media @StiehlVA, or on my website, www.MarkStiehl.com.

Of the many factions of Faerun, the Harpers are amongst the oldest, and the most secretive. Working from the shadows to defeat evil at its source, and keep tabs on any entity that they deem is growing too powerful, too quickly. Mind who you spill your secrets to at the bar, as chances are they will be heard by Those Who Harp within the day.

Dungeons and dragons is filled with incredible monsters pulled from mythology, folklore, and the works of popular fantasy and science fiction authors. But one of the most popular monsters of all time is a genuine, original creation, wholly unique to D&D. Tonight, join me as we discuss the incredible lore and powers of the Beholder, the Eye Tyrants of the Forgotten Realms.

A city struck by tragedy countless times, but never truly defeated, Neverwinter stands among the most popular cities in Dungeons and Dragons for a reason. Tonight, we dive into it's history and founding during the reign of the elves, and it's gradual rise from devastation to once again become a beacon in the savage north.

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Art for this show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music by Faefield Productions. This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by Mark Stiehl. You can find me on social media @StiehlVA, or on my website, www.MarkStiehl.com.

There are many legendary figures within the tales of Dungeons and Dragons, but few are as popular as Tasha. Known across the multiverse by many names, and the creator of the legendary Demonomicon of Iggwilv, Tasha is a fan favorite for a reason. Join me tonight, as we briefly step into the realm of Greyhawk to explore her origins, history, and achievements, on tonight's episode of Lore Sleep: Secrets of the Forgotten Realms.

Art for the show was created by @NatArtisticWeeb on Twitter, with music by Faefield Productions. If you enjoy my voice and work, you can follow me on social media @StiehlVA, or check out my website, MarkStiehl.com. Inquiries or suggestions for future episodes can be sent to me at [email protected].