Make-Believe Heroes

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Welcome to Make-Believe Heroes: an actual-play, 5th Edition Dungeon and Dragons Adventure! Join our players every Monday as they set out for adventure in the homebrew world of Manumi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Make-Believe Heroes episodes:

04.15.2024
#20 | A Long-Set Trap
We're back! I hope you're ready for the final press toward the end... Description: Many heroes have converged on the ballroom in the halls of the Elder Conclave. But as some a reunited, a long-set trap is sprung, and the...
04.01.2024
MBC14: The Blacksmith, Part Three
It's time for another edition of Make-Believe Champions, where some MBC patrons join us for a canonical one-shot in the world of Manumi! Description: They've finally made it to the home of Layton Tunks. Can they convince him to join and...
03.11.2024
MBC14: The Blacksmith, Part Two
It's time for another edition of Make-Believe Champions, where some MBC patrons join us for a canonical one-shot in the world of Manumi! Description: Atop the mountainside, the adventurers face a strange crew holed up inside the mountain pass. Their leader...
03.04.2024
MBC14: The Blacksmith, Part One
It's time for another edition of Make-Believe Champions, where some MBC patrons join us for a canonical one-shot in the world of Manumi! Description: In this late hour, the forces for good are in need of a weapon. The idea, they...
12.22.2023
Christmas Special! - The CandleBells Chugga-Chugga
It's that time of year again, when houses all over Manumi light a candle by the door and leave out cakes for the Candle King to come and deliver their yearly gifts. That's right: it's Candlebells again! Description: 'Twas the Night...
12.17.2023
#19 | The Grand Dinner
Description: The fog is pressing in on every side, and madness sets in on all those who venture within. But within the presumed safety of the Arcane Bead, the wheels of fate are turning, and sorrow is never too far...
12.11.2023
#18 | Smoke on the Water
Description: As our friends in Vinthaven dress their best and head toward the Tower of Privalian, our crew at sea finally reaches the southern shores. But while the festivities continue within the Arcane Bead, something nefarious settles in over the...
12.04.2023
#17 | The Day Approaches
Description: Across the world of Manumi, the wheel of fate turns, and each cog in its place moves in answer. The Adventure Continues at: 5:50. Check out Tales Unbound: The Story-Driven Themed Card Deck Series by Afterlight Comics! You can back...
11.19.2023
#16 | The Last Piece on the Board
Description: As the ships make their swift return to Vinthaven, those aboard have concerns of their own. And elsewhere in the world of Manumi, the wheels of fate keep turning... The Adventure Continues at: 5:33. Check out Tales Unbound: The Story-Driven...
11.13.2023
#15 | A Big Peel
Description: The remaining crews lay a dear friend to rest at sea. In Vinthaven, the Springtide Fête has begun. And as the ships try to make a swift return to shore, mysteries abound aboard the Careen. The Adventure Continues at:...
10.30.2023
Kids on Bikes, Part 2: "The Wilkes House Massacre" (Halloween Special!)
Welcome to our 2022 Halloween Special. This year, we are playing something totally new for our crew: Kids on Bikes! Description: Something is wrong with this place. There is something here, something dark and sinister. We have to get out...
10.23.2023
Kids on Bikes, Part 1: "The Wilkes House Mischief" (Halloween Special!)
Welcome to our 2022 Halloween Special. This year, we are playing something totally new for our crew: Kids on Bikes! Description: It's time for the Fall Festival on October 31st, 2000. A much-younger Paul, Allen, Felicia, and Jeffrey set out...
09.04.2023
#14 | Aye, Aye Captain
Description: Near the shoals of the Darksome Key, a battle is raging between the living and the dead. Who will survive, and what ships will join the graves of their peers at the bottom of the sea? The Adventure Continues...
08.28.2023
MBC13: Return to Rúndrach, Part Three
It's time for another edition of Make-Believe Champions, where some MBC patrons join us for a canonical one-shot in the world of Manumi! Description: Deep within the blurrock mines, our party must overcome the creatures that threaten not only Blurgen's Blasting,...
08.21.2023
MBC13: Return to Rúndrach, Part Two
It's time for another edition of Make-Believe Champions, where some MBC patrons join us for a canonical one-shot in the world of Manumi! Description: The group arrives at Blurgen's Blasting, but their entry isn't as incognito as they had hoped... Can...
08.14.2023
MBC13: Return to Rúndrach, Part One
It's time for another edition of Make-Believe Champions, where some MBC patrons join us for a canonical one-shot in the world of Manumi! Description: Kris returns home to complete an important task for the good of Manumi. Along the way, he...
08.07.2023
#13 | A Pirate's Life
Description: The battle continues inside Joseph's Vault. Meanwhile, the wheels of fate continue to turn, even in the farthest reaches of Manumi. The Adventure Continues at: 6:50. Have you seen the awesome MBH Patreon? If not, go check it out and...
07.31.2023
#12 | Captain D
Description: Kris seeks the aid of a friend as he sets his feet toward home. Joseph and his crew step forth onto the Darksome Key, and the vault waits just ahead... The Adventure Continues at: 3:50. Have you seen the awesome...
07.24.2023
#11 | The Darksome Key
Description: The fleet approaches their destination, as the adventurers on land further their mission to prepare for the coming storm. The Adventure Continues at: 3:02. Have you seen the awesome MBH Patreon? If not, go check it out and see the...
07.17.2023
#10 | Crafting and Rafting
Description: With the dawning of the new morning, our party sets out on their disparate missions: Joseph leads his new fleet into the southern seas, while Margaret and Kris get started crafting their innovative new device. The Adventure Continues at:...
07.10.2023
#9 | Watch Your Shadow
Description: The Elder Conclave puts our adventurers to work, but not all together. Brackle learns more about his dark ailment. The Adventure Continues at: 6:30. Have you seen the awesome MBH Patreon? If not, go check it out and see the...
07.03.2023
#8 | N’Dar’Tahk
Description: The party begins their return journey toward Vinthaven, with a few new companions for the road. Can the Shade be trusted? Or should they always sleep with one eye open? The Adventure Continues at: 4:05. Have you seen the awesome...
06.26.2023
#7 | The Champion of Privalian
Description: In the aftermath of Brackle's attack, the group discusses what they should do next. In the shadow of the Onyx Ziggurat, they find some rest as they prepare for what lies ahead. The Adventure Continues at: 4:00. Have you seen...
06.19.2023
#6 | Shady Business
Description: Our adventurers travel through the dark passageways beneath the swamps, lead by their strange new guide. What awaits them ahead? Can they find Mia and return her to the Annk’Teu’Lak’S? The Adventure Continues at: 3:50. Have you seen the awesome...
06.12.2023
#5 | Trolls... In The Jungle!
We dedicate today's episode to our pal Cameron. Go check out this facebook page raising awareness for kids with cancer, and share some kind words. https://www.facebook.com/TeamSuperCameron Description: TROLLS! Not just two, but ONE REAL BIG ONE! How will the party escape...
06.05.2023
#4 | Karn You Believe It?
We dedicate today's episode to our pal Cameron. Go check out this facebook page raising awareness for kids with cancer, and share some kind words. https://www.facebook.com/TeamSuperCameron Description: The path to the home of The Shade seems simple and easy at first....
05.29.2023
#3 | Annk’Teu’Lak’S
Welcome to back to Season Five! It is the beginning of the end... Description: Deep within the Jungles, our adventurers find themselves facing a number of unexpected difficulties. The Adventure Continues at: 6:50. Have you seen the awesome MBH Patreon? If...
05.22.2023
#2 | The Elder Conclave
Welcome to back to Season Five! It is the beginning of the end... Description: Blaze Blightwood steps into the glowing gateway and faces his destiny. The Elder Conclave then sets a very important task for this new group of adventurers...
05.15.2023
#1 | Vinthaven
Welcome to the premiere of Season Five! It is the beginning of the end... Description: A lone traveller finally arrives in the Enchanted City of Vinthaven. But the city that flows with Magic is not the same as it has...
04.03.2023
Our Sea Lady, Part Two
It's time for another edition of Make-Believe Champions, where some MBC patrons join us for a canonical one-shot in the world of Manumi! Description: A crew member has died. This far out to sea, it's safe to assume that the culprit...
03.27.2023
Our Sea Lady, Part One
It's time for another edition of Make-Believe Champions, where some MBC patrons join us for a canonical one-shot in the world of Manumi! Description: Spring is upon us, and Brackle needs to get himself to Vinthaven. Unfortunately, the seas have become...
02.06.2023
The Drowning Regime, Part Two
It's time for another edition of Make-Believe Champions, where some MBC patrons join us for a canonical one-shot in the world of Manumi! Description: Now that the Manumist operatives have discovered the Drowning Regime's "secret weapon," they must find a way...
01.13.2023
The Drowning Regime, Part One
It's time for another edition of Make-Believe Champions, where some MBC patrons join us for a canonical one-shot in the world of Manumi! Description: We descend once more into the depths of the Nine Hells, where there is a struggle to...
12.23.2022
Christmas Special! - Here Comes Prankus
It's that time of year again, when houses all over Manumi light a candle by the door and leave out cakes for the Candle King to come and deliver their yearly gifts. That's right: it's Candlebells again! Description: It is the...
12.19.2022
The Reunion in Barlon's Pass, Part Two
It's time for another edition of Make-Believe Champions, where some MBC patrons join us for a canonical one-shot in the world of Manumi! Description: After a simple dark-alley-transaction when wrong, these fast-friends find themselves in a less than desirable position... Can...
11.21.2022
The Reunion in Barlon's Pass, Part One
It's time for another edition of Make-Believe Champions, where some MBC patrons join us for a canonical one-shot in the world of Manumi! Description: On a mission to help a lost friend, four adventurers find themselves stumbling into a fateful task...
10.31.2022
Fear at the Farm, Part Two (Halloween Special!)
It's time for Part Two of our MBH Halloween Special! Listen in (if you DARE) as Allen takes us on a spoopy D&D; adventure into the unknown... Description: Humbert is gone. The group is lost, but now they know they...
10.24.2022
Fear at the Farm, Part One (Halloween Special!)
It's time for another MBH Halloween Special! Listen in (if you DARE) as Allen takes us on a spoopy D&D; adventure into the unknown... Description: The night is dark. It's a full moon, but the sky is overcast. You see...
10.20.2022
Season 4 Q&A
Description: We take our time and answer all of your Season 4 questions! Also, quick note, WE HAVE MERCH! Including some new Season 4 T-shirt designs... http://tee.pub/lic/E16wZvDeYO8 Also also, if you're looking for some sweet Dice, check out diceenvy.com! If you use our...
10.03.2022
#48 | Success
Follow this link to submit your questions for our Season 4 Wrap-Up Q&A;! https://forms.gle/FMxnDwkUXqqRURHM6 Description: In the aftermath of the attack on the Gauntlet, Dimmerhold must deal with the fallout. As the curtain falls on one story, the world of Manumi...
09.26.2022
#47 | The Gauntlet Falls
Description: The Gauntlet ends. The arena has fallen. When the dust has settled, who will remain to stand? The Adventure Continues at: The Beginning, no intro this week. Looking for that MBH Mug? "Pantheon of the Gods" Pin Set? You can...
09.19.2022
#46 | The Last Chance
Description: After the events of the Gauntlet Gala, our adventurers are left with a few important decisions to make concerning the Gauntlet and the future of Manumi. The Adventure Continues at: The Beginning, no intro this week. Looking for that MBH...
09.12.2022
#45 | The Gauntlet Gala
Description: As the final trial of the Gauntlet approaches, the contestants gather for the traditional "Gauntlet Gala" in the Fortress Frostbeard. The Champion Team has a chance to meet and greet with all of the other qualifying contestants, as well...
09.05.2022
#44 | The Spoils of Victory
Description: The Champion Team has one final respite with the last round of the Gauntlet looming over them. Reunited with some friends, they begin making their final preparations for what lies ahead. The Adventure Continues at: 5:13. Looking for that MBH...
08.29.2022
#43 | The Morgoth's Champions
Looking for that MBH Mug? "Pantheon of the Gods" Pin Set? You can find it here: https://forms.gle/tvCCYEn31R7UDrQx6 Description: The Second Round of the Gauntlet continues as the Champion Team battle against the Morkoth. Can they defeat the beast in time,...
08.15.2022
#42 | Morky the Squidbeak
Looking for that MBH Mug? "Pantheon of the Gods" Pin Set? You can find it here: https://forms.gle/tvCCYEn31R7UDrQx6 Description: They have certainly found what looks like some sort of lair, but where is the monster? All they see is some cool...
08.08.2022
#41 | The Island of Nightmares
Looking for that MBH Mug? "Pantheon of the Gods" Pin Set? You can find it here: https://forms.gle/tvCCYEn31R7UDrQx6 Description: The group finds themselves on a strange and eerie island, far from home. But things don't seem to be "normal" here, with...
08.01.2022
#40 | The Second Trial Begins
Looking for that MBH Mug? "Pantheon of the Gods" Pin Set? You can find it here: https://forms.gle/tvCCYEn31R7UDrQx6 Description: The time of the Second Trial has finally begun. What exactly is a "Morkoth"? Can the Champion Team find it and defeat...
07.18.2022
#39 | I'm the Captain Now
Looking for that MBH Mug? "Pantheon of the Gods" Pin Set? You can find it here: https://forms.gle/tvCCYEn31R7UDrQx6 Description: Uh oh, Kyorg's in trouble. Can the party keep it together as they prepare for what might be the greatest challenge of...
07.11.2022
#38 | Iron Deficiency
Looking for that MBH Mug? "Pantheon of the Gods" Pin Set? You can find it here: https://forms.gle/tvCCYEn31R7UDrQx6 Description: Continuing their day-off between trials of the Gauntlet of the Moon, our party goes about Dimmerhold trying to better prepare themselves for...

What's Make-Believe Heroes about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Make-Believe Heroes episodes:

#20 | A Long-Set Trap

MBC14: The Blacksmith, Part Three

MBC14: The Blacksmith, Part Two

MBC14: The Blacksmith, Part One

Christmas Special! - The CandleBells Chugga-Chugga

#19 | The Grand Dinner

#18 | Smoke on the Water

#17 | The Day Approaches

#16 | The Last Piece on the Board

#15 | A Big Peel

Kids on Bikes, Part 2: "The Wilkes House Massacre" (Halloween Special!)

Kids on Bikes, Part 1: "The Wilkes House Mischief" (Halloween Special!)

#14 | Aye, Aye Captain

MBC13: Return to Rúndrach, Part Three

MBC13: Return to Rúndrach, Part Two

MBC13: Return to Rúndrach, Part One

#13 | A Pirate's Life

#12 | Captain D

#11 | The Darksome Key

#10 | Crafting and Rafting

#9 | Watch Your Shadow

#8 | N’Dar’Tahk

#7 | The Champion of Privalian

#6 | Shady Business

#5 | Trolls... In The Jungle!

#4 | Karn You Believe It?

#3 | Annk’Teu’Lak’S

#2 | The Elder Conclave

#1 | Vinthaven

Our Sea Lady, Part Two

Our Sea Lady, Part One

The Drowning Regime, Part Two

The Drowning Regime, Part One

Christmas Special! - Here Comes Prankus

The Reunion in Barlon's Pass, Part Two

The Reunion in Barlon's Pass, Part One

Fear at the Farm, Part Two (Halloween Special!)

Fear at the Farm, Part One (Halloween Special!)

Season 4 Q&A

#48 | Success

#47 | The Gauntlet Falls

#46 | The Last Chance

#45 | The Gauntlet Gala

#44 | The Spoils of Victory

#43 | The Morgoth's Champions

#42 | Morky the Squidbeak

#41 | The Island of Nightmares

#40 | The Second Trial Begins

#39 | I'm the Captain Now

#38 | Iron Deficiency