Shadows of Drakkenheim Episode 9: Voices in the Dark

[@DungeonDudes]

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[@AsherrTheRed]

"Come puppet I will make you new strings" actual chills

[@kentmcdonell1778]

The Hunter’s Code of Wilhelm Wolfsbane Rule 1: Always have a plan of attack. Rule 2: Always know your way out. Rule 3: Never underestimate your foe. * Rule 6: There’s always a trail to follow. 2:16:45 Rule 7: Follow a rumor, never give it value until you can prove it’s fact. Rule 9: When in doubt, improvise. Rule 10: Confirm your kills. Rule 11: There are alternatives to fighting. * Rule 19: Follow your nose. 1:57:06 Rule 22: When you are entrusted with a secret, you keep it. + Rule 24: If you think it’s a trap, it probably is. 1:35:05 Rule 25: Listen, observe, and you’ll learn. Rule 33: Sometimes the best way to get past a trap is to spring it. Rule 35: You always have a choice. Rule 44: Information is best gathered where locals gather. + Rule 46: Always look for an alternate entrance. 1:52:04 Rule 47: Teamwork is the key to achieving the unachievable. Rule 50. Your skills are power, and power should be used to aid the less powerful. Rule 55: Write it down. Rule 67: When panic spreads, the calm are the victors. Rule 75: Lead by example, not explanation. Rule 77: Never use your skills against the innocent. Rule 78: Always use your skills to protect the innocent. Rule: 83: Never underestimate ducks. * Rule 92: Always listen to your gut. 1:43:44 Rule 95: Never trust a drink you didn’t pour yourself. + Rule 99: When given a difficult choice, the option that helps the most people is the correct choice. 1:16:52 Rule 101: The first thing you look for when there’s a fire is where the fire started. + New Rule * Repeated Rule E9: 3 new rules, 3 mentions of previous rules E8: 1 new rule E7: 1 new rule, 2 mentions of previous rules E6: 1 new rule, 4 mentions of previous rules E5: 2 new rules, 2 mentions of previous rules E4: 6 new rules, 2 mentions of previous rules E3: 2 new rules, 1 mention of a previous rule E2: 4 new rules, 3 mentions of previous rules E1: 9 new rules

[@anonymousvampirepirate5016]

You are the hero I didn't know I needed 🙏🏽

[@capscarlett7859]

I thought he was just making them up .

[@Tusitala1967]

I always hear Wilhelm's dad saying these rules in my head and he sounds like Sean Connery.

[@lucapalese475]

soo cool XD

[@ziggiezaggie]

A poster of the rules would be awesome 😎

[@jeffreyanderson667]

When Kelly's character shoots someone with his crossbow, do they give a Wilhelm scream? 😂

[@mrwhitefolks305]

Sounds like berries to me!

[@mixmastermike2128]

@@mrwhitefolks305 lmao

[@TerraDoctor]

When Wrath got hexed and hit by 3 eldritch blasts, he would've reduced the damage from the necrotic 1d6's because he's an aasimar! :)

[@aidandunne5978]

It's amazing to see how different this party is from the last. They are so much more stealthy, and are far better at planning ahead, but seem less adaptable than DRAKKENFORCE. Can't wait to watch the rest of the episodes to see how the play style develops!

[@JustSomeNerd99]

I'm catching up on these episodes now and I absolutely love that Jill is the constant killing machine of this party no matter the campaign

[@timothynielsen7924]

"There is no way of knowing, where exactly we are going..." Classic reference to the Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory boat ride.

[@brianwinfree5247]

I was coming here to make this statement as well.

[@WolfmanXD]

I had a similar concept in mind for a character I'm making, who is a traveling carnie, and the opening to his routine is the beginning to saliva's "ladies and gentlemen" song.

[@davidjarkeld2333]

Wilhelm Wonka

[@hiei990]

Willhelm enthusiasm is contagious, Kelly has a lot of moments where his character is completely off his game, musters up courage and just goes with “Yeah we can do this!” I’ll be here like “Yeah we can! LET’S DO IT”

[@bartconnolly6104]

Yes yes yes!

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[@justinwj2]

This combat is hilarious. You have Rudi and Wrath who are lit up like beacons, Rudi and Griff are having a battle of axe's while Wrath and Blaith are having a battle of hex's. And Wilhelm is just helping from the shadows. lol

[@michalhavranek1878]

Guys, I appreciate SO much that you are not using vulgar language in your game. It takes absolutely nothing away from the experience and makes your game accessible to children. This fact contributes significantly to making yours a favourite online D&D show of mine. Thank you!

[@bartconnolly6104]

Kids probably also love the "bury the point of your rapier in her eye" or "embed your axe in his shoulder" stuff. It is very shaun of the dead type story where you can beat on old guy to death to the duke box tune of Dont Stop Me Now which becomes suddenly acceptable because hes a zombie.

[@play.through]

I remember them saying in a video that they actually do use quite a bit of it, but only when they're in other configurations of friends. Jill, Joe and Kelly were picked, among other reasons, because they can play and enjoy the game while keeping it PG.

[@TheCBC1984]

nothing says "kid friendly" like eldritch horrors.

[@ziggiezaggie]

And how clean they keep it, plenty of chances to say something inappropriate for young ears

[@chrism6315]

Descriptions of mind controlled cult of some eldritch horror and how they are brutally murdered by the duskwardens? Kid friendly fun! Someone says fuck - call child services.

[@lizmari7042]

Monty at 59:55 "oh, that's a lot of sixes..." 😂🤣😂🤣

[@whitestoneandy797]

"That's the last point she's ever gonna get" 😂😂👏👏🔥 you all are awesome

[@Azurekate]

I missed you guys so much. So enjoyable to watch again.

[@nickw2876]

Kelly...i keep colored poker chips in front of me to track and remind me of things like Luck, Battle Master actions, second wind,, inspiration, whatever very helpful reminders and tracking for players.

[@erikmory6910]

This is a great idea

[@jarredkjack3401]

Genius

[@POSIWID]

2020 was the year I discovered DnD. I was furloughed from my job because of the pandemic and was struggling hard when a group of friends invited me to sit in and asked if I would mind voicing a character. "You don't have to play or anything, we just need you to play this NPC to help advance the story." After watching one game I started making a character. The rest is history. I grew up in Texas in a small town during the great days of satanic panic and I wish I would have discovered this game as a kid. It is my retreat from life and I don't know where I would be right now without it. Thanks for taking me through the shadows with another great episode.

[@ziggiezaggie]

I used to play 2nd edition in high school with a close group of friends,we used to skip school and play above my buddies garage and go get free food from the hospital cafeteria next door 😂 I've absolutely loved watching all of the videos so far, can't wait to start watching it live!!

[@imapeopleproductions6553]

I rediscovered D&D in 2020. I played when I was a kid, also during that satanic panic era. I actually hid my Player's Handbook (AD&D 2nd Ed.) under my bed for a long time before my Mom finally discovered it. She figured I was probably trying to summon demons with it, like for real LOL Now I have taught all four of my kids and my 15-year-old son is DMing for me and his older sisters and his younger 11 year old sister. What a hoot this game is! And these guys are just the best!

[@logangreen5804]

I made Kelly’s character a npc in my next campaign because I absolutely loved him 😂😂😂

[@elementzero3379]

He does look cool.

[@VoicesintheDark]

Lol when I got the notifications I thought “why are my fav D&D channel talking about my podcast”

[@Starlightgamersoul]

Wrath: Do hear this voice Bruce? Bruce: Yes The voice that is obliviously a trap: I heard that lol

[@ninjasquirrels]

I’m getting a strong Aboleth-esque vibe in these episodes, love it.

[@aaschmit]

I don't know yall personally, but what a charming group of humans. Thank you for this content and your time!

[@euansmith3699]

"I give him stink-eye." :D With Roll20, I've discovered the pleasures of typing my dungeon notes directly on to the GM Layer. It makes keeping track of notes really easy.

[@OriginalShaozey]

Jill’s throwing rocks tonight! Rudi is a terror

[@playlandlocal7849]

I miss Joe's purple mawhawk. Cool episode. Is great how Monty plays with his players minds and not just the PCs.

[@LlorDrei]

I know that, as of the time of this writing, this campaign was three years ago, but, thought for the delirium Pearls of Power for future campaigns. It's stated that the solution is processed, and kept in solid balls of glass to make them. In the Dungeons campaign, it was mentioned a chest that held delirium was lined with lead. Perhaps, it is leaded glass, not just glass, enough content to hold in the radiation, but still allow the shard to be accessed.

[@EriolDiethel]

This show makes my Friday even brighter!! Thanks you so much guys!

[@bubbles9829]

Or Tuesday nights

[@EriolDiethel]

@@bubbles9829 It's better two than one :)

[@voidisvirtue8709]

It was like getting hit with a sledgehammer in my math. I forget and remember everything. I laughed at that. That was good. An accurate description of experiencing uncontrollable truths then dying. Well done Wrath.

[@roran22330]

lol, 2:20:56 wilhelm quoting willy wonka. that made me chuckle

[@Maninawig]

I am so glad I chose to rewatch this! Not only am I preparing for the upcoming return if the campaign, but I am catching a lot of things I did not before... Like Kelly's Woka reference at 2:20:55... To which I have to ask; "Is it raining, is it snowing Is a hurricane a-blowing?"

[@JimboTauJones]

stalaCtite = C for ceiling, stalaGmite = G for ground.

[@MrBiloxifireman]

5th.... Game Starts 3:54 10:45. I was thinking about the bells. If they had set them off they could have split up the enemy ground again. 1:30:27. They made LV 6 Don't forget to loot the Knight in plate mail

[@superj1010]

I just imagine at 55:55 the townsfolk sprinting past Wrath, as he's looking back and forth with his eyes glowing through the bag, no idea what's happening.

[@WolfmanXD]

"I have so many conversations going on in my head right now." Imagine if you were a kalashtar, Joe.

[@beebarkhouse9632]

Rudi: The Red Headsman

[@adamalton2436]

Omfg! I laughed my ass off so hard at the combat scene with the guy with the axe and the mage lady! Thanks for posting!

[@jestermh]

idk why but the voice in the opening makes me think its River. Like she would be the right in universe character to give that opening.

[@matthewbaldwin3595]

So excited for this episode! You guys are awesome, thanks for all the awesome content!

[@azfishhead9004]

Were do the Dusk Wardens go for breakfast on the water? . . . . . Oat-in-a-Boat

[@ziggiezaggie]

😆

[@lukeashcroft3798]

Props to Kelly for the Willy Wonka reference at the boats! :)

[@dblczx6819]

36:57: Yeah... good luck with that... 37:17 - 37:23: famous last words. 40:50: Aaaand the idiot issues the reaper a challenge. He's a dead man. 55:05: Yep, he's dead. Rudi gets a new name: The Headtaker. 1:05:19: And even from over 50 feet away, the Headtaker claims another victim... I guess it isn't a surprise that Jill's character, once again, is a whirlwind of death. While Veo sniped people down from a distance, Rudi delivers cuts people down, up close and personal.

[@jeffreybomba]

FINALLY, We get a WHOOP WHOOP WHOOP WHOOP as Joe’s character takes off😂🤣

[@BlackShadow1991]

An underground lake with a mysterious voice? I am sure everything is fine /s Great episode, Dudes! :)

[@martiansoon9092]

Put one familiar on Wilhelms shoulder to guide him in dark corridors.

[@rafaelseyssel3388]

You´ve synched the upload of KZbin and Spotify! You guys are awesome ^^ Thanks for the amazing work and attention to detail :D

[@jacobtremblay4337]

I love the rhythm to remember stalagmite vs stalactite so funny but helpful 😂.

[@yeahnaaa292]

The Woman With The Octirene Eyes... Short Story Title FoSho...Orrrr.... a lost Beatles song in a Cthulu-Mystery RPG.

[@jonashansen7273]

Not a spoiler for the main plot but: This episode laid the groundwork for the hysterically funny Oar discussion/fight in a later episode

[@nightflame69]

Which episode? And which OAR adventure?

[@martiansoon9092]

Just send a running minor illusion through the enemy lines and then follow. Enemies are most likely distracted and you get advantage on first round. Going second route just takes time and you most likely waste this approach with some noise or anything else. With second route you may still avoid some build traps. Or more likely get in to more traps, because that path is not used and therefore always trapped.

[@janiac69]

I love me some Shadows... But I can really go for some Monster of the Week. I love when Kelly DMs 💜💜💜

[@TommyTheCat83]

I'd like to see Kelly DM and Monty play a game.

[@janiac69]

@@TommyTheCat83 Yes this

[@thatindiandude4602]

Halloween is on the horizon.

[@janiac69]

@@thatindiandude4602 blessed be the season.

[@TerraDoctor]

My simpler way for remembering is: StalacTites (with the T) = TOP Stalagmites = what's left! I say that but honestly I personally do it in French and say T for Toit (rooftop). Close enough :D

[@Asaomar]

Rudi is terrifying in the best way

[@jobriathofaksarben3779]

I just wanna let you guys know love your content and your podcast of this episode stops at your break

[@DungeonDudes]

Thanks for letting us know! Should be fixed now.

[@jeffreybomba]

It was so long ago they forgot the old wizard had a delerium globe.

[@neerGdyahS]

Damn, Jill's rolling for two.

[@ShadowsOfEssence]

So random minions run away, but the leaders do not even move to put distance between themselves and their opponents? Blathe is a spellcaster and should have moved after she cast synaptic static. Not to mention all the items she had and didn't use.

[@Restributordevill]

Shadows of Drakkenheim, or how Gill carries the party xD love❤

[@kapoorman606]

I’m case you’re wondering the metal nails for rock climbing are pronounced “pea-ton”. I’ve always felt odd using them in DnD because as a rock climber IRL I know how hard they are to actually drive into rock.

[@maximiliantagher8290]

The British pronunciation is “pih-ton”, as an alternative

[@michaelj4729]

Owl=Skills Perception +3, Stealth +3 Senses Darkvision 120 ft., Passive Perception 13

[@shawnodea5129]

Is there a list of Wilhelm's rules? (Found it 2 seconds after typing this comment)

[@BeardedDragonite]

Jesus Christ Rudy is fucking brutal

[@TheHammer24-7]

This was awesome, guys welcome back!

[@voidisvirtue8709]

What's with all the checks? I feel like sometimes Monty makes them do too many checks for the same thing when seconds have passed. Most of the time he is on point though.

[@dankflyingv6345]

Kinda sad I missed the stream on Tuesday but so happy to watch it now!

[@TheSeventhChild]

Something about the camera angle makes Jill's "Yer done boy" very threatening

[@crownlexicon5225]

Does Wilhelm have all his rules typed up or just a select few that he keeps adding to as time goes on?

[@kylethefraggle30]

I think it's the latter.

[@DungeonDudes]

I have about 75 of the rules written out prior to the campaign starting with 25 spots open for things that seem relevant during the campaign.

[@jacktom3799]

@@DungeonDudes my god

[@lewrosenbloom930]

Monty, I gotta know....was there loot on the axe man?

[@nutterbutter9069]

I think Rudi is my favorite character in any form of media lol

[@Maninawig]

Looks like Wilhelm could really use a Knave's Eye Patch

[@kerriehansendoty3778]

So if Rudi was known as the red huntsman, was she actually little red riding hood when she was young?

[@RyanAcidhedzMurphy]

It's been confirmed that Rudi is all the characters from the story in one feisty package.

[@psoren423]

As a young warlock I think I would have questioned the power of a possibly greater old one to follow.

[@Mariethechaotic]

You know, Wilhelm has a point. It is crazy that any spellcaster can't make oars appear lol.

[@mishiara5499]

If only one of them was a druid for this campaign would give them so much advantage

[@luca6804]

At minut 53:44 he should get the sneak attack . Anyway, you are awesome guys

[@luca6804]

He’s a shadows buckler…

[@lulospawn]

Rudi is a goddamn monster

[@thomasmorrison17]

When Wilhelm hit the enemy warlock, after she Hexed Wrath didn’t she need to make a constitution roll from the crossbow bolt?

[@ggman367]

By the great words of Eddie rigs. DECAPITATIOOOOOOOOOONNN!!!

[@couryrussell7653]

Its the battle of the axes 😂😂

[@erikmory6910]

Monster in the middle of a subterranean lake well my money is on an aboleth( Monty Style😎).

[@natc.5940]

I want to see a compilation of The Wisdom of Bruce!!

[@florecita9739]

Hi. S the ending the battle of the patrons? Something Cthulu moves in the water lol.

[@Sirfinchyyy]

Solve the equation: Drakkenheim magic is algebra?

[@GödekeMichels_72]

Are they using house rules for the multi Eldrich Blasts?

[@gamers_channel]

1:09:42 is a subliminal Pepsi ad 😆

[@Eric_Drones_On]

Stalactites and stalagmites. StalaCtites have a C cause they’re on the Ceiling, stalaGmites have a G cause they’re on the Ground.

[@codylindeman9783]

Also stalactites hold on tight and stalagmites have to be mighty.

[@chrisanderson2368]

Jills dice are on fire.

[@talesofyanil3249]

Or loaded

[@isaackarr6576]

Trick feats house rule when you take a feat it only lasts one session. Instead your left with an empty feat slot and you cannot take the same feat for four to six sessions.

[@Carothy01]

I think Rudy gets all the good rolls Wil Wheaton doesn't get.

[@drachimera]

Jill owned this fight!

[@seandonnellan5980]

What system are you guys using? My group is about to use Roll20 but this looks crisp! I’ve never used a system online before so idk what to expect lol

[@levgoldiner3098]

They are using roll20 plus custom maps they make or buy or were donated to them by creators. Monty usually mentions them at the end of the episode. I think he did it last week.

[@PerpetualBass]

How is Wrath doing multiple blasts each turn?

[@bartconnolly6104]

They found the cuthulu stargate???

[@dee_w784]

'Mad Mamma Rudi'

[@tater128]

"We need to.. Do... Yeahh.."

[@benrikeman1086]

4:30

[@alexanderbglass]

Interesting pronunciation of "cavern". It about an eighth of why I watch; Monty's way of speaking.

[@jasondean88888]

I think he has a "reader vocabulary". People who read a lot but never heard the words out loud...like "gibberish"

[@TehBuggy]

I have awful “reader’s vocabulary” problems too! 😂 My dad is a fantasy nerd and I started reading his books pretty young (like, I read Lord of the Rings for the first time when I was 4) and I learned all these words that didn’t come up in little-kid conversations so never heard them out loud. I’m also mostly english but my entire education was in french, so my phonetic pronunciations attempts are a mess. 😅

[@dirmusloner7963]

I am watching this campaign late and from the start I was like "if I was there playing as a hexblade I was like in that cave I was like I cast darkness and I lure them with lightning lure"

[@onanighttrain123]

Hey guys. What's the name of that company that makes the custom D&D figurines? You guys have given them the dungeon dude bump in the past.

[@DungeonDudes]

Heroforge is where we make our character minis and the one we most often recommend for custom minis.

[@onanighttrain123]

@@DungeonDudes you guys Rock! Thx!

[@dylonsmith1117]

Perfect

[@reiman1308]

Bruce is not my cat he is my master. So does that make him a master cat?