Season 2 episodes - hoard of the dragon queen
Live Play episodes are noted LP. Behind the Curtain episodes are noted BTC.
064 LP: try to remember
March 28, 2022The D20 to Curtain attempts to improv a recap of seasons one and two. And, spoiler alert, it goes about the way you would expect.
063 LP: stay with me
March 14, 2022
In the Season Two Finale, the Rivalry discovers a glimmer of hope and considers a solution they once thought reprehensible…even if the price is too high.
In the Season Two Finale, the Rivalry discovers a glimmer of hope and considers a solution they once thought reprehensible…even if the price is too high.
062 LP: your fault
March 7, 2022
While in custody, The Rivalry must come to terms with an unimaginable loss and the guilt that follows. Still, the stakes of what they face continues to rise.
While in custody, The Rivalry must come to terms with an unimaginable loss and the guilt that follows. Still, the stakes of what they face continues to rise.
061 LP: Something just broke
February 28, 2022
Despite words of warning and the loss of Alura, Eula, Jaide and Lapis continue their assault on the hag. Ally and Nesrin attempt to join their family on the deck, arriving instead just in time to experience the unthinkable.
Despite words of warning and the loss of Alura, Eula, Jaide and Lapis continue their assault on the hag. Ally and Nesrin attempt to join their family on the deck, arriving instead just in time to experience the unthinkable.
060 LP: everybody says don't
February 14, 2022
In this episode the split hits the fan. After meeting the captain, Jaide and Lapis head back to rendezvous with the party. Nesrin and Ally make a new acquaintance and a shocking discovery while Eula and Alura face off with an enemy far stronger than they imagined.
In this episode the split hits the fan. After meeting the captain, Jaide and Lapis head back to rendezvous with the party. Nesrin and Ally make a new acquaintance and a shocking discovery while Eula and Alura face off with an enemy far stronger than they imagined.
059 LP: putting it together
January 31, 2022
Battle lines are drawn when Jaide falls victim to a mysterious psychic attack. Despite Ontharr’s warning, The Rivalry pools the information they have acquired, ignores their uncertainty, and make plans for battle.
Battle lines are drawn when Jaide falls victim to a mysterious psychic attack. Despite Ontharr’s warning, The Rivalry pools the information they have acquired, ignores their uncertainty, and make plans for battle.
058 LP: Something wicked this way...thumbs
January 17, 2022
Thumb wars continue! During the night, the sisters push the guards for information. And as the night deepens, some sleep, some game, some sneak, and some train. But is The Rivalry ready for the darkness Alura senses?
Thumb wars continue! During the night, the sisters push the guards for information. And as the night deepens, some sleep, some game, some sneak, and some train. But is The Rivalry ready for the darkness Alura senses?
057 LP: Something rotten!
January 3, 2022
Nesrin and Lapis pursue the winged girl into the storm, attempting to discover who/what she is and how she came to be aboard the Merchant’s Myst. A child's game puts The Rivalry one step closer to learning what awaits them in Baldur’s Gate.
Nesrin and Lapis pursue the winged girl into the storm, attempting to discover who/what she is and how she came to be aboard the Merchant’s Myst. A child's game puts The Rivalry one step closer to learning what awaits them in Baldur’s Gate.
056 LP: no good can come from bad
December 20. 2021
Alura is hit harder by the psychic event than the party realizes so the Rivalry must see to her welfare before they can attempt to uncover what they can about the old woman, Yuriel and the two children with her. Ally’s desire to stay behind, along with Eula and Jaide’s exhaustion, means that Lapis and Nesrin must summon their inner “buddy cops” as they interrogate the crew of the Merchant’s Myst.
Alura is hit harder by the psychic event than the party realizes so the Rivalry must see to her welfare before they can attempt to uncover what they can about the old woman, Yuriel and the two children with her. Ally’s desire to stay behind, along with Eula and Jaide’s exhaustion, means that Lapis and Nesrin must summon their inner “buddy cops” as they interrogate the crew of the Merchant’s Myst.
055 LP: dinner with friends
December 6. 2021
The Rivalry and Alura sit down to dinner with their fellow passengers on board the Merchant’s Myst. Despite Ontharr's warning, of which only Nesrin and Eula are aware, the party draws closer to a confrontation that they may or may not desire - against those that may or may not yet be their enemy.
The Rivalry and Alura sit down to dinner with their fellow passengers on board the Merchant’s Myst. Despite Ontharr's warning, of which only Nesrin and Eula are aware, the party draws closer to a confrontation that they may or may not desire - against those that may or may not yet be their enemy.
054 LP: Oh, muddy water (Part 2)
November 29, 2021
The Rivalry seeks to determine the source of the ancient, dark magic that Alura feels aboard the Merchant’s Myst. The Hillgardens and Alura join their dinner party and Ally believes he has found their culprit.
The Rivalry seeks to determine the source of the ancient, dark magic that Alura feels aboard the Merchant’s Myst. The Hillgardens and Alura join their dinner party and Ally believes he has found their culprit.
053 LP: Oh, muddy water
November 22, 2021
Determined to prove themselves valuable in the fight against the Cult of the Dragon, the Rivalry takes on the new mission of looking after Ontharr’s friend, Alura Lee. However, an ancient magic present on the boat may make ensuring Alura’s safety easier said than done.
Determined to prove themselves valuable in the fight against the Cult of the Dragon, the Rivalry takes on the new mission of looking after Ontharr’s friend, Alura Lee. However, an ancient magic present on the boat may make ensuring Alura’s safety easier said than done.
052 BTC: this is soup. this is Art.
November 8, 2021
What starts as a discussion about the state of our game, uncovers a few sensitive subjects, disagreements, fears, and story secrets.
What starts as a discussion about the state of our game, uncovers a few sensitive subjects, disagreements, fears, and story secrets.
051 lp: the launching /there she is
October 25, 2021
Despite The Rivalry disappointing Ontharr in their training session, Leosin and Itoro present them with an opportunity at redemption in the form of a clandestine mission. They meet a new friend on their journey.
Despite The Rivalry disappointing Ontharr in their training session, Leosin and Itoro present them with an opportunity at redemption in the form of a clandestine mission. They meet a new friend on their journey.
050 lp: not while I'm around
October 11, 2021
The Rivalry deals with the fallout of their second failed training session. Eula and Nesrin come to a grim understanding that might result in serious repercussions. Jaide and Eula sneak out and receive a gift.
The Rivalry deals with the fallout of their second failed training session. Eula and Nesrin come to a grim understanding that might result in serious repercussions. Jaide and Eula sneak out and receive a gift.
049 lp: fight from the heart
September 27, 2021
The Rivalry earns its name.
The Rivalry earns its name.
048 lp:what's in a name
September 13, 2021
Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis take time to avail themselves of the city of Elturel but underlying tensions and a potential new ally forces them to face who and what they are.
Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis take time to avail themselves of the city of Elturel but underlying tensions and a potential new ally forces them to face who and what they are.
047 lp: i've got a theory
September 6, 2021
Eula takes advantage of the archive in the Temple of Torm, making a new friend. Ally and Nesrin resist Ontharr’s training method but end up getting a lesson from Jaide. Lapis has a heart-to-heart with Leosin and learns some hard truths. Nesrin makes an interesting discovery, eavesdropping as Ontharr implores an old friend for help.
Eula takes advantage of the archive in the Temple of Torm, making a new friend. Ally and Nesrin resist Ontharr’s training method but end up getting a lesson from Jaide. Lapis has a heart-to-heart with Leosin and learns some hard truths. Nesrin makes an interesting discovery, eavesdropping as Ontharr implores an old friend for help.
046 lp: blood in the water
August 23, 2021
As Eula and Ontharr Frume Watch, Ally and Jaide face off against Nesrin and Lapis in a sparring session as part of Ontharr's training camp. Eula splits from the party to research the party's winged friend and Lapis discovers a new and deadly name.
As Eula and Ontharr Frume Watch, Ally and Jaide face off against Nesrin and Lapis in a sparring session as part of Ontharr's training camp. Eula splits from the party to research the party's winged friend and Lapis discovers a new and deadly name.
045 lp: fake your way to the top
August 9, 2021
Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Lapis, and Jaide must reach Kelyah atop the Temple of Torm and in doing so may discover their greatest strength.
Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Lapis, and Jaide must reach Kelyah atop the Temple of Torm and in doing so may discover their greatest strength.
044 lp: off to the races
July 26, 2021
Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Lapis, and Jaide match wit and will in a race to Kelyah (and the Temple of Torm) under Ontharr Frume's watchful eye.
Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Lapis, and Jaide match wit and will in a race to Kelyah (and the Temple of Torm) under Ontharr Frume's watchful eye.
043 lp: bring it on
July 12, 2021
In Elturel, Ally, Nesrin, Eula, and Lapis watch as Jaide tests his mettle against Ontharr Frume before the party enjoys wine and song with their new host. Nesrin and Eula rebuild old bonds, and Lapis has an unexpected run-in with the “Bandit Queen”.
In Elturel, Ally, Nesrin, Eula, and Lapis watch as Jaide tests his mettle against Ontharr Frume before the party enjoys wine and song with their new host. Nesrin and Eula rebuild old bonds, and Lapis has an unexpected run-in with the “Bandit Queen”.
042 lp: nothing like the city
July 5, 2021
Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis arrive in the thriving city of Elturel to enlist in the effort against the Cult of the Dragon. Nesrin and Lapis enjoy the fruits of city life, Eula attends to some old business and Jaide receives a proposition.
Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis arrive in the thriving city of Elturel to enlist in the effort against the Cult of the Dragon. Nesrin and Lapis enjoy the fruits of city life, Eula attends to some old business and Jaide receives a proposition.
041 lp: onward to glory we go
June 28, 2021
With the Blood’s Horn safely in Rozi’s hands, Ally, Nesrin, Eula, and Jaide are eager to get back on the road to Elturel but Lapis has other ideas. The Hillgardens must look after a fallen member of the party and learn that it “takes a village”.
With the Blood’s Horn safely in Rozi’s hands, Ally, Nesrin, Eula, and Jaide are eager to get back on the road to Elturel but Lapis has other ideas. The Hillgardens must look after a fallen member of the party and learn that it “takes a village”.
040 lp: cat on a hot tin roof
June 14, 2021
Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide and Lapis concoct a plan to purloin the horn. Rozi teaches the gang an old Divine secret.
Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide and Lapis concoct a plan to purloin the horn. Rozi teaches the gang an old Divine secret.
039 lp: the importance of being earnest
June 6, 2021
Ally, Nessie, Eula, Jaide and Lapis work to save Rozi’s ailing daughter. A confrontation forces Nessie and Lapis to think quickly, but Nessie, tired of lies, leads the party into a surprising conversation.
Ally, Nessie, Eula, Jaide and Lapis work to save Rozi’s ailing daughter. A confrontation forces Nessie and Lapis to think quickly, but Nessie, tired of lies, leads the party into a surprising conversation.
038 lp: getting to know you
May 24, 2021
With Rycker’s scrolls in hand, Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis spend a few precious moments getting to know Rozi (guest player Hui Cha Poos) and, through her, Seraphemia. To keep a powerful, ancient artifact from falling into the wrong hands, a risky new plan begins to take shape.
With Rycker’s scrolls in hand, Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis spend a few precious moments getting to know Rozi (guest player Hui Cha Poos) and, through her, Seraphemia. To keep a powerful, ancient artifact from falling into the wrong hands, a risky new plan begins to take shape.
037 lp: how to succeed
May 10, 2021
Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis concoct a scheme to get Rycker alone. Rozi (guest player Hui Cha Poos) once again shows them how it's done—in more ways than one.
Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis concoct a scheme to get Rycker alone. Rozi (guest player Hui Cha Poos) once again shows them how it's done—in more ways than one.
036 lp: over the top
April 16, 2021
Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis ally themselves with a family friend in the hopes of discovering more about their mother's mysterious past. With the plan in place and the fate of Rozi's daughter, Sajin, on the line, the party tries to run a grift on Cutter's man, Rycker.
Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis ally themselves with a family friend in the hopes of discovering more about their mother's mysterious past. With the plan in place and the fate of Rozi's daughter, Sajin, on the line, the party tries to run a grift on Cutter's man, Rycker.
035 lp: she's a rebel (last of the divine)
April 11, 2021
Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis travel to Berdusk in search of a courier only to encounter an old family friend. A local competition provides an interesting opportunity and the crew learns that they aren’t the only Hillgardens with secrets.
Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis travel to Berdusk in search of a courier only to encounter an old family friend. A local competition provides an interesting opportunity and the crew learns that they aren’t the only Hillgardens with secrets.
034 lp: getting out of town
April 5, 2021
Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis prepare to leave Greenest but not before visiting a few friends. Escobert the Red presents the party with a most important question, Nesrin discovers that she has developed a following, and Lapis (with Eula’s help) and Tomas exchange valuable gifts and temporary goodbyes.
Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis prepare to leave Greenest but not before visiting a few friends. Escobert the Red presents the party with a most important question, Nesrin discovers that she has developed a following, and Lapis (with Eula’s help) and Tomas exchange valuable gifts and temporary goodbyes.
033 lp: how i learned what i learned
March 29, 2021
With tensions behind them (for the moment), the party turns its attention to what lies ahead. Nesrin and Jaide try their hand at training a dragon while Ally and Eula discover something in the air that may be worth fighting for. And Lapis' dream haunts her...even after she's awake.
With tensions behind them (for the moment), the party turns its attention to what lies ahead. Nesrin and Jaide try their hand at training a dragon while Ally and Eula discover something in the air that may be worth fighting for. And Lapis' dream haunts her...even after she's awake.
032 lp: food, glorious food
March 15, 2021
With knives thrown and old wounds reopened, Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis must confront the familial resentments that could all but ensure that they fall to the Cult of the Dragon. Past the point of no return and with no external enemy to distract them, the Hillgarden children take the fight to one another.
With knives thrown and old wounds reopened, Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis must confront the familial resentments that could all but ensure that they fall to the Cult of the Dragon. Past the point of no return and with no external enemy to distract them, the Hillgarden children take the fight to one another.
031 lp: long day's journey into knife
March 1, 2021
Departing from Mira and her family and with Durbin by their side, Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis must race back to Hillgarden Farm to ensure its safety against the Cult of the Dragon and its allies. However, with the clock ticking, the party discovers that their worst fears are realized, and they must confront their most dangerous adversaries yet – one another.
Departing from Mira and her family and with Durbin by their side, Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis must race back to Hillgarden Farm to ensure its safety against the Cult of the Dragon and its allies. However, with the clock ticking, the party discovers that their worst fears are realized, and they must confront their most dangerous adversaries yet – one another.
030 btc: What's the buzz? part two
February 22, 2021
Timothy, Kara, Jennifer, Jared, Jodi, and Susan talk about what it means to be a giving player, the importance of character flaws, and their biggest regrets in the campaign thus far. Plus they respond to more listener questions and voicemails.
Timothy, Kara, Jennifer, Jared, Jodi, and Susan talk about what it means to be a giving player, the importance of character flaws, and their biggest regrets in the campaign thus far. Plus they respond to more listener questions and voicemails.
029 btc: What's the buzz? part one
February 15, 2021
Timothy, Kara, Jennifer, Jared, Jodi, and (Guest Player) Susan Riley talk with DM Jerome about the campaign thus far and respond to listener questions and voicemails.
Timothy, Kara, Jennifer, Jared, Jodi, and (Guest Player) Susan Riley talk with DM Jerome about the campaign thus far and respond to listener questions and voicemails.
028 lp: attention must be paid
February 1, 2021
In part two of our season opener, Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis aid Mira (guest player Susan Riley) in confronting her sister Yera about her time within the Cult of the Dragon. This attempt to uncover the truth may only serve to make matters worse. The party discovers a deadly mistake and must bid farewell to a newfound friend.
In part two of our season opener, Ally, Nesrin, Eula, Jaide, and Lapis aid Mira (guest player Susan Riley) in confronting her sister Yera about her time within the Cult of the Dragon. This attempt to uncover the truth may only serve to make matters worse. The party discovers a deadly mistake and must bid farewell to a newfound friend.
027 lp: good old reliable nesrin
January 18, 2021
The Hillgardens, Mira (guest player Susan Riley), the Oberrons, Durbin, and Hyland rest and recover at the camp of the Cult of the Dragon. Lapis confronts Nesrin, Ally and Mira engage in a charm offensive and the woman thought to have all the answers returns to the land of the living.
The Hillgardens, Mira (guest player Susan Riley), the Oberrons, Durbin, and Hyland rest and recover at the camp of the Cult of the Dragon. Lapis confronts Nesrin, Ally and Mira engage in a charm offensive and the woman thought to have all the answers returns to the land of the living.