NRB Play Call of Cthulhu (Ep 2 of 3) | No Rolls Barred

[@NoRollsBarred]

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[@seandunne9048]

Fantastic performances 👏 ❤️

[@nicholasficorelliii1918]

When will we see Rosie or Carly on episodes of NRB again?

[@BansonOfficial]

"Not quite Green. Not quite Scarlet. Not quite Mustard." Brilliant Cluedo reference that seemed to go over everyone's heads 😂

[@andrewshanks7053]

Kicking myself that I didn't realise until dom said that the gas attack the colonel was caught in was mustard gas.

[@NathanaelKeller]

I'm sorry i have played cluedo often, and it's one of my favorite games. But i have zero idea how that should connect to cluedo.

[@BansonOfficial]

@@NathanaelKeller Reverend Green, Miss Scarlet, Colonel Mustard.

[@NathanaelKeller]

@@BansonOfficial Ah, interesting. In the German Version most of them have "normal" names not colors, except for white and green which are family names. So they are called Rev. Grün, Frl. Gloria and Oberst Gatow.

[@georgelawhead3128]

It also possibly a reference to the color out of space.

[@MKisFeelinSpicy]

How does Dom do this? He switches to other locations' stories without hesitation, and he just has responses on the fly for what these characters are choosing to do. You can see very very brief moments of him considering their actions before he just knows the storytelling and mechanics to respond with. Incredibly impressive DMing.

[@Phyrre56]

Experience, improvisational talent, and preparation. You need all 3 to run a smooth game like this.

[@williamdron6101]

You also have to remember that this is edited for a smoother experience for us

[@IAmCaligvla]

It's called video editing.

[@leroy7647]

@@Phyrre56 And a plethora of good voices is the cherry on top.

[@egilbugge6797]

@@williamdron6101 my thoughts exactly. Not to take anything away from Dom being an amazing GM, but I suspect that a lot of waiting while he’s looking through notes and stuff are cut out

[@LordBlackman]

I never expected "he can't speak French" to be such a powerful cliffhanger but here we are

[@farcyy2998]

can someone explain? i didn''t get it

[@gabichete]

@@farcyy2998 The detective was using a French accent, so he was masking his identity. This detail, added to the fact that the constable had blood marks around his cuffs, suggests that both of them are likely not who they say they are - masquerading as the police to either protect the house's secrets or gain entrance within.

[@Phyrre56]

@@gabichete Also Harry saw a vision that when the detective was interviewing the maid, she was speaking in French but he was responding in English. Further proving that he's not a real detective and doesn't care what anyone is saying, if he doesn't even understand French.

[@harveyholmes9533]

@@gabichete most likely related to the story Adam heard on the radio at the start of the first episode about the escaped lunatic capable of wild delusions, that’s my guess anyway

[@DadCanInJapan]

@@harveyholmes9533 Yep. This is Cluedo with a hint of Agatha Christie. Going to part 3 now ...

[@philwatkins2800]

As a life long role-playing GM, it's been an absolute delight to watch such a master of the art as Dom at work.

[@MoneyMatt-tf7cp]

Got any advice for someone who wants to start? I’ve done a bunch of research and I’m about to buy this game as my first try.

[@philwatkins2800]

@@MoneyMatt-tf7cp Best advice I can give is just to go for it. Watch great GMs like Dom but don't copy, just use to help better understand and refine your own style. As long as you're enthusiastic about your adventure, your players will be as well 😎

[@MoneyMatt-tf7cp]

@@philwatkins2800 Thank you so much!!! Just another quicker question. For games like this, is there a guide on when to tell players to roll their dice? Or is it more of an instinct/natural timing kinda thing for whenever you feel like it’s right? Thanks again!

[@philwatkins2800]

@@MoneyMatt-tf7cp Most RPGs have a GM guide for those kind of questions, in CoC its the Keeper's Rulebook. No need to overthink such moments, however. The better you know your adventure details and players, the better you'll know when to call for rolls and when to allow the action to develop organically.

[@MoneyMatt-tf7cp]

@@philwatkins2800 again thank you so much!! You’ve really eased my mind when it comes to being a new GM😁

[@dereklangfield7387]

I love how everyone paired up in groups of 2 the creepy curator and power hungry hunter, a desperate not con man, a singer who just wants out, and a level headed frenchman with a mad mamas boy.

[@matroqueta6825]

I have to say how awesome Tilly's acting is just portraying her character like he's having the worst time of his life, even when not actively roleplaying. 10/10

[@KroVey]

Please guys, please make this a regular thing! Play more Call of Cthulhu sessions with Dom as your Keeper. This is a freaking goldmine of a series!

[@MS-iv8zu]

Absolutely need way more of this!

[@dvsmufc81]

Absolutely 100%, I really wanna see more of the cosplay character based stuff, like this and my favourite, City British Wrestling. RIP Kid Flipz 😭

[@johnvermintide]

i hope theres some sort of vox machina treatment to this series

[@graveholmes7814]

​@@johnvermintidewhy would you want it to turn into a cash grab instead of the gold it already is?

[@Aproximal]

Adam's hand twitching at the start as Dom calls him a blonde idiot. NRB's friendships in a nutshell

[@buckysinister]

Completely missed that on first viewing. Guess I was too busy flinching at the harsh burn.

[@QuJee]

*rolls succesfully* "You notice that the plantlive looks unnatural.. A color you cant discern and it seems to regenerate itself" "Seems normal!" The world of Harry Peeps

[@commander-fox-q7573]

He can’t speak French is one of the best unexpected cliffhangers I’ve heard. So many layers to it. Not only did his explanation about Harry’s situation not go through but it also means he could be lying about being a detective in the first place.

[@DasGanon]

Tom suddenly having all of the worst rolls in a row is hilarious

[@damhnaitcockburn2970]

In almost any other game, those would be amazing rolls. Just unfortunate.

[@red5_skywalker]

You could say... "his good rolls have been barred."

[@snarkbotanya6557]

Dom is showcasing some *top-tier* game-mastering skills in these videos. He's very effective at building the creepy atmosphere, and the way he delivers cliffnagers is beautiful. The roleplaying from all the players has been excellent as well; major props to Tilly for leaning so hard into Harry's descent into madness.

[@Crysarcher]

Oh dear, Tom commenting after the failed psychology roll: "I think I got the measure of him. It didn't measure to much." Had me in stiches!

[@kes6855]

There's just something so satisfying with the overhead shots of the dice rolls and seeing everyone's different types of dice ( especially Holly's metal dragon scale dices)

[@helgecko]

And the lovely Cthulhu pattern inlay in the dice tray!

[@theory52k]

Funny and notable moments: 2:30 Peeps volunteers to go with Ivy 4:45 Introducing Constable Quinnell 9:50 Ivy "Butterfingers" Cordova 13:50 "What's wrong Butterfingers?" 15:20 Nathaniel definitely didn't kill George + Harry Peeps' gun 16:35 Buck bullies Quinnell 26:26 The gang splits up 37:50 Harry starts going insane 41:40 Tom tries to intimidate Dom 48:06 Letter catches on fire 52:09 Harry with a shotgun 53:15 Nathaniel has a scar in his face (shocking revelation) 58:40 Tilly does charades 1:05:35 Buck vs Harry 1:15:00 Henry Reek, the 39 year old child 1:24:30 Top 10 plot twists

[@red.gem_]

legend thank you i wanted to go rewatch the whole butterfingers bit hahaha

[@METALMAN-HellbornBand]

I want Cthulhu to be in this darn game

[@theory52k]

@@METALMAN-HellbornBand Fair, but Cthulhu has 700 STR, 550 CON, 1050 SIZ, 105 DEX, 210 INT, 210 POW, and 160 HP, with a damage bonus of +21D6, a build of 22 and 42 magic points. Also if a player sees Cthulhu, they lose 1D10/1D100 sanity points. For level 1 players like them, and seeing that Dom is sticking to the rulebook, it's just not possible for a one shot (unless they started at a way higher level).

[@harveyholmes9533]

Tom saying ‘I’m game’ and overtly winking at the camera is going to be great content for those No Context NRB videos

[@michak.2760]

If someone haven't tried Doms podcast "The Apocalypse Players" yet, I strongly recommend to do that. I've listened couple episodes last week and it's one of the best rpg actual play podcasts in my opinion.

[@apocplayers]

Thank you! We appreciate the evangelism…

[@erenspace9628]

Same!! It’s super fun and im glad I found it through this channel

[@papxrr]

adams little hand twitch when dom calls him a blond idiot was perfect

[@declanflannery7377]

Just noticed on a rewatch that when the constable initial begins the story about the house and its witch that he claims they burned her. A couple of minutes later and that's changed to her having been hanged. Based on the quality of Dom's Keeper work I really doubt that's just a mistake on his part and more likely a deliberate in-character slip up!

[@PsychoElite]

I've been looking forward to part 2 The "butter fingers" part had me laughing😂

[@sohamsengupta6470]

Dom just killing a drunken colonel and then immediately switching to outside is some excellent stuff.

[@kambuzi1698]

Excellent performances all round but Tilly is the MVP of this game. Shit's falling apart for poor old Peeps and he's just steering into it like a madman. Can't wait for the next episode when Sully inevitably paints his way out of this mess.

[@aricaine5024]

This is truly incredible. Every time someone speaks I'm like "Oh yeah X is my favourite character" and then someone else talks and I'm like "oh nevermind it's them". I just adore this group and the atmosphere is so great and I AHHHHHHH

[@amedeus40k]

Brilliant episode, and wonderful role playing on all fronts. As I stated before, NRB should really consider doing RPGs more often. You have the perfect cast, and GM to really be successful at it. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed this game, and truly hope you put out more. As a GM with many years of experience I can tell you that I could only hope to have such a wonderful cast. Big shout out to Dom for a fine job of GMing. Thanks, and I can’t wait for the final episode (hopefully not the last series) of this awesome adventure!

[@thomasalbion1834]

I hope this won't be the last Call of Cthulhu series on the channel because it's absolutely hitting the spot. What an exquisitely chilling video, can't wait for part 3!

[@kittbeauregarde4682]

tom and laurie's dynamic is fantastic

[@Theeny]

Spot hidden roll: Yay, I passed! You see somemthing horrific... make a sanity roll ... Oh no 0.0

[@klaskact4317]

Adam’s ‘roll for spot hidden scar gag’ was hilarious. This is absolute quality.

[@Phalxxx]

22:00 Unsure if the constable was outright lying, but he contradicted himself. He initially said the 'witch' was "burned for the things she did" but later on said "they hanged her in the end."

[@NexebNoXV]

Dom popping the whole table just by naming the constable after Pete was fantastic

[@Dwaggienite]

As someone who admittedly normally doesn't watch this stuff... I gave it a try, trusting Dom, and holy shit this is the best series I've ever watched. I can't wait top see the next episode. Seriously.

[@slurjkblohm]

Poor Pete got absolutely murdered by Dom's savagery.

[@declanflannery7377]

Once this is concluded have you considered releasing Dom's notes/structure et al. on the Patreon etc.? Seems like this campaign could be an amazing one shot both to introduce people to CoC and for experienced players alike. I'm sure plenty of us would love to run it! Also as many have stated but Dom is an insane Keeper, I know he knows his Lovecraft very well but you can tell he's a very talent GM on top of that and the combination of all that plus his acting chops and natural theatrical ability is just a match made in heaven!

[@sirsteven16]

This group has got a lot of chemistry that flows eloquently. Keep up the great content!

[@Lordborg909]

I gotta say, Doms work as the Keeper is exemplary. Long may it continue!

[@RanMouri82]

"So I follow Mr. Green--" "I'm a priest!!!" 😂

[@paulharries9558]

This is really gripping. Kudos to everyone, but especially Dom. I can tell he's a director. He's weaving a compelling narrative.

[@Eihcra96]

Oh my God, Dom is an absolutely BRILLIANT GM. PLEASE DO MORE ROLEPLAY! This channel has such amazing personalities and I'm so glad you guys are having fun doing this!

[@dradkyn9118]

NRB and quality content go hand in hand

[@ProdigalGeek]

Kudos to the editors as always, Teri again putting in such impressive work!

[@alicehodges483]

Loved Tom's "Big money, no Gilear!" at 1:04:09! What a stunning episode, I will be listening to Dom's podcast as soon as I finish this series!!

[@yo5tan]

I had my suspicions at the first mention of colours, but now that I'm most of the way through the episode I have no doubt that this was very elegantly inspired by The Colour Out of Space, and that makes me love Dom as a GM that much more!

[@MeonLights]

Very late comment on that but it is also heavily inspired by Clue/Cluedo with the murder and Miss Scarlet / The Coronel etc

[@TheRivieraKid]

Oh god I have been eagerly anticipating this!

[@LittleMissFeck]

Same here. I had so much fun watching the first part, now this one too. Can't wait for part three, even though it's the last one. I hope they'll play it again.

[@V26587]

Me too. Watched the first episode like 6 times

[@murrrr8288]

I hope you make this into series like Blood on the Clocktower. Loved to watch this!!

[@randalladkins7452]

Love that Dom’s detective is basically Kenneth Branaugh’s Hercule Poirot! :)

[@TheMunchkin9]

Or is he?.......

[@javelinstar3956]

I just want this to be made into an actual film

[@CommissarMitch]

Small graphics novel/comic would also be wonderful.

[@lightningwaitforitakash]

@@joekerr1607 amazing idea, can some super talented group of people please do it ? 🦑

[@derekdecker555]

YES!!! Like a modern day Clue!

[@LangyMD]

Dom, you're doing Cthulhu's work here. Just excellent Keepering all around.

[@thelasttankmage]

i can't get over how good this is, Dom is such a natural GM and CoC is the perfect game for him and this group. I really hope we get another CoC game at some point and even other RPGS

[@EverythingCanadian57]

I think this is the first DND type game I have sat for and watched the whole thing in one go. I can't wait for the next part. I'm on the edge of my seat.

[@cannedcream]

I've never seen so many 90's rolled in one session. Truly cursed dice.

[@harlequin76767]

Great episode 2. Love this so much. Perfect blend of hilarity and tenseness. Going to be so sad when it’s over.

[@HerKnightable]

We need this to become a permanent fixture on the channel.

[@rjlima4985]

Tom saying big money no Gilear made me very happy

[@MeonLights]

I thought I misheard 😂 I love my actual plays criscrossing

[@colin9755]

Dom is the king of GMs. Can't wait for part 3

[@lindsayr239]

This is so compelling, I’ve been completely absorbed during both episodes. Genuinely scary at times, great atmosphere helped by brilliant editing & love the addition of the incidental music/effects.

[@callummoran6497]

What a fantastic series, I hope that this becomes a recurring series and not just for the Halloween season

[@FrasMacc]

Dominic Allen is an absolute Star. Please make this a regular series. 🙏 Please. It fills my black heart with joy

[@merlinkater7756]

I am unfamiliar with this Cthulu dnd format, so what the dm was able to do with Harry was quite shocking. Can't wait for the next episode!

[@flicnerdy4385]

I pray for your life when the TTRPG gatekeepers find this comment.

[@apocplayers]

There will be…repercussions.

[@merlinkater7756]

@@flicnerdy4385 say what now?

[@erenspace9628]

@@merlinkater7756 hehe their point is that call of cthulu is a different ttrpg entirely from dnd, and lots of ppl who run more niche ttrpgs resent the ubiquitousness of dnd as the face of ttrpgs so they’re saying ppl will get mad at you calling it a dnd format lol

[@merlinkater7756]

@@erenspace9628 Ah i see. Well i didn't know. Welp, guess I'll start hiding. peace.

[@cherbourg]

I love how, for the COLONEL, MUSTARD gas was a source of past trauma...

[@slavicreader]

I'm loving this so far! Dom is amazing and everyone else has very cool characters, can't wait for the finale

[@Veggieman87]

I went back and watched the first part again like Dom told me to! And I plan to do the same again when the finale arrives! Absolutely loving this story and the interplay of everyone's characters. But poor Tilly... She's only had one win in Board Game Club and she's the only one (so far) to go completely mad... Here's hoping she catches a break in NRB one of these days.

[@barbrr]

tilly turned out to be the only living person at the end (apparently)! it isn’t that bad after all… i think?

[@teodorapetkovic]

'A FRENCH ROLL?' 'A Brioche.' oh my goodness

[@michaellee8816]

The Dom Allen story telling tour de force continues....

[@prop827]

I've never played RPGs but I absolutely loved this. I really hope you guys make this another series and don't stop after just the 3rd episode.

[@thomashodson-cottingham3733]

A fantastic second part. Brilliant balance of atmospheric horror and comedic banter

[@mister_scott]

Another brilliant session of CoC! I am digging the blend of horror and murder mystery and ghost stories and insanity all jam-packed into each sesssion. You're all playing your characters very well... even the fumbles and mistaking a dead husband for a little boy. That's all pure NRB joy at work. One of the better CoC games I've seen played already, and Dom continue to be a menacing and narratively gifted Keeper. Can't wait to see the conclusion next week and already sad to see this one end. Please find time in your very busy schedules to play more CoC -- just wonderful content! Cheers to all.

[@christianstill3252]

I can't stop picturing Laurie holding Tom by the arm, once you see it it's hilarious

[@torandi]

I really think this might be one of the best things you've ever put out so far (on level with the in person BotC). It is fantastic, and I really wish there will be more of it in the future.

[@alonsomora3775]

Now I need to se Pete run a D&D camping for this group to redeem himself xD

[@notaskaven964]

i actually discovered this channel last night and couldnt wait for episode 2, what a treat

[@daisyrye]

I'm enjoying these so much! Dom is an insanely good DM...also Harry Peep is amazing 😂

[@archanaperera3169]

I've rewatched the first episode thrice in anticipation for this.

[@onyxkrow]

This had me deadlocked the whole way. Cannot wait for the conclusion. Very well done.

[@ttrouble_was_taken]

Haven’t seen this yet, but I’m calling it now, someone is going to have an arm shoved through them by holly.

[@Boom12]

This is, the greatest game ever devised, played by a group of friends passionate about boardgames and RPGs. It's a riveting watch!

[@rozinamouz9286]

The music and editing absolutely slaps in this one

[@MrFarmer90]

Man Dom just ripping into pete is savage 😂 poor guy... that being said amazing work from Dom and I'm loving every moment

[@bernard832]

Petition to have award-winning comedian Rosie Nicholls in a TTRPG.

[@jackmeredith9289]

She already is! She was in Season 2 of CBW!

[@AyBee9725]

Amazing session! Loved LOVED the entire atmosphere and the role play- just a quick correction- I don’t think you lie prone on your back. You lie prone on your belly and supine on your back. Edit: time stamp 57:26 1:09:45 that how I met your mother reference 😂😂😂😂😂

[@traupman84]

I'm not a huge fan of these type of games but I love the people on this channels personalities and Dom is a great game master.

[@jeffradiane]

Dom does such an excellent job DMing, just superb! Thanks for playing, recording, and sharing with us!

[@whattheduck2106]

Those are incredibly addicting... I NEED MOOOORE!!!

[@rakuko]

Dom's incredible and in his element, but I'd be remiss to say I absolutely need Pete in the next roleplaying series, preferably with Dom! very much looking forward to the final part! i agree with everyone saying we need more of this series!

[@jaibhavsar1]

What an immersive experience! Hoping for this to be a regular. Get Pete in for series 2.

[@mikepougher9300]

Can't wait for the next episode, I'm loving this.

[@tiralu]

Dom is such a great GM! its a absulut delight to listen to him!

[@mmilcz833]

I’m at 1:11:18 and I just now realized the pun in River Proletariat’s name… I’m so slow it’s ridiculous

[@xxFusilado]

Wooohoo hooo my god! It´s getting intense! Anyway, I would like to thank the editor and all the crew behind the cameras for making this possible. You guys rock!

[@jakecoles7684]

I thought I loved dom‘s character before, but he really is in his element, and I absolutely love it!!

[@electra3162]

This was incredible. Seriously guys you are outdoing yourselves with each long form game you present. Your cast of friends are incredible, Dom Allen (and his incredible moustache!) is outstanding as the DM, his skill for improv, switching from character to character is really impressive. I can’t wait for the next instalment but please please consider adding a regular RPG session to your rotation of games- similar to how you’ve run BotC games up until now as you absolutely have the team to do it. It’ll be really sad if the finale is the last you plan to run. Thank you for all the games you share with us but I think you all have a particular knack for RPG and it’s an absolute delight to watch you do it. Also #JusticeforPete

[@DeadHierophant]

Signal boost for the amazing miniseries made by the NRB crew!

[@drgee1120]

Seeing the group's work on this makes me want to see them in a What We Do in the Shadows style Vampire: The Masquerade campaign

[@errormatrixking1576]

As soon as i heard the words "milk changed people" (im currently at that part) my mind instantly thought to Shub-Niggurath due to her milk morphing anything that drinks it into terrible creatures with numerous tentacles, mouths, eyes but always move around with the black goats hooves which is why she is often called "the black goat of the woods with a thousand young" with very little resemblance to what they last were with what remains may be some of the eyes haven't morphed from the original animal, some of the tentacles could be made of the skin of what it once was, or maybe some of the teeth are of the original species... But one thing is for certain... When you see one... Prepare to run or be consumed

[@courtneyrose7319]

I detest playing RPGs but watching them like this is so much fun! Dom is unreal; I hope you guys do more short series like this with Dom leading. I laugh every time the vibe goes from wacky fun to Tom-centric, deep-voiced tension. It's such a fun mix and I can't wait for more.

[@JDizaster]

The absolute commitment to the bit from everyone around the table. Bravo.

[@karonstretton6485]

Dom is a spectacular DM. I love this so much, its terrifying!

[@KurtMallard]

Holy shit, im literally hooked. this could 10000% be a book

[@IrishJaguar]

This is truly excellent, Dom is a master at story telling

[@eddiecarter5366]

Love this! Can't wait for part three. Hope there is room for another CoC story further down the line!

[@drarons2402]

This has got me right back into call of cthulu again.