NRB Plays Call Of Cthulhu (Ep 1 of 3) | No Rolls Barred

[@RDGamer321]

"It is Pea Soup...sir." "Were you listening?" Underrated joke

[@PracticalReformation]

The "I beg your pardon, sir?" was just the cherry on top.

[@Bobbijo-c7k]

Yes 👍 but know joke 2:06

[@AcornPlays]

As someone who knows absolutely nothing about RPGs, Dom is really carrying this for me. Everyone else is hilarious and clearly having fun, but Dom is just brilliant. He's making the rules easy to follow, his narration is incredibly immersive, and he's getting to flex his considerable acting chops. Hopefully he sees this comment or someone shows him because he's really outdone himself.

[@Z3DT]

If you don't already, I highly recommend his podcast The Apocalypse Players. I'm currently listening to their adventure Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-36 and while the audio quality is a bit rough in the first two episodes, the atmosphere makes up for it. Dom's a(n excellent) player in that particular scenario, but he's the Keeper for some others like the first one, the Cracked and Crooked Manse.

[@HalftimeOranges328]

Literally was about to comment the same thing when I saw this. I have absolutely zero knowledge of RPGs but Dom is really making this super easy to follow and grasp whilst also still engaging in the storyline. Bravo 👏🏻

[@doppel5627]

I was expecting he would turn into Stalin any momemt

[@alliedatheistalliance6776]

Dom is one of the few who can run games like these and it's not even slightly cringe, which is very difficult to do because RPG's are inherantly at least a little cringe. Great stream!

[@Bobbijo-c7k]

Isocarsocrap 1:47

[@diamondsky3787]

Dom is killing it with that mustache and presentation!

[@SievertSchreiber]

The hair makes Dom more menacing. So appropriate

[@mrjohnnypinkpants]

Stupid sexy Dom!

[@jostauber8620]

specially the mustache

[@diamondsky3787]

@@joekerr1607 what 💀 I am not even British lol

[@diamondsky3787]

@@joekerr1607 bro 🤣 I wish I could have that accent and speaking but no, I am not Dom

[@QuJee]

Tilly's "She's playing hard to get, Dom!" got to me. This is going to be a fun ride

[@Alucard-A-La-Carte]

As did Tom's "you're back in, mate!" when the widow went to Harry's side directly after the murder.

[@johnnybadlands6443]

This was my favorite Tilly video. She absolutely stole the show.

[@literallyjustgrass]

Idk why Tilly is so good at playing awkward young men but i get exited every time

[@callmemr7432]

I'd love it if roleplaying became more common on this channel, you have such a good cast for it

[@miafeys]

I agree! I always absolutely love the rpg episodes, they're so easy to get invested in

[@amedeus40k]

I couldn’t agree more. Admittedly, this was my first time watching a NRB video, but as an avid watcher of different RPG streams, you ALL are so much more talented than the majority of the established RPG streams out there. It would be a waste of wonderful talent if you did not commit more time to TTRPG projects. I’m certain they would be incredibly popular, as I’m sure this series is, and will be in the coming episodes. Thank you!

[@QuJee]

I love this episode (to the point I'm rewatching it again) but I'm not a fan of their Fiasco play through. Maybe it's because Dom gives proper guidance, but if they do more (which they should), it should be stuff with a GM curating the experience. Fiasco at times felt off and too random.

[@tearsong8744]

100% agreed! I was soooooo excited when I saw this vid because I've been wanting them to play this game and Vampire: The Masquerade for forever.

[@tearsong8744]

@@amedeus40k Absolutely spot on assessment. The cast is exceptionally good at improv and I love that they took a more humorous approach to a horror game. It was giving me Clue vibes ❤

[@domesticcat1725]

I love how the "french" guy had a german accent, and how the priest totally wasn't a conman

[@anniestrooo]

“And uh…I’m drunk.” This is going to be the best

[@nagitoad]

the bot didn't even spell barred correctly lol

[@unexpected2475]

“I will help you! I am *very* weak” is one of my favorite moments as well.

[@helen.highwater]

The candlestick, the revolver, the Colonel, Scarlett, the map of the house - this is wonderful stuff! Who amongst us HASN'T been sent insane by a family game of Cluedo?

[@rakuranhawke8600]

Not to mention, Juliette's maiden name is Plum. Juliette Reek (nee. Plumm).

[@MeonLights]

And Adam's character is evocative of the modern versions of Reverend Green where he isn't actually a priest but a con artist.

[@basilcormier5876]

Also miss Scarlet

[@00pugsly48]

That bit with Dom as the Colonel talking about the gas. What a brilliant bit of acting, the way he struggles to say it, almost wants to say more and has to put the facade on again to hide the pain. Actually rather impressive

[@DanielBerke]

_Ohhhh,_ and what kind of gas would it have been in the war? _Mustard_ gas!

[@billolson8766]

Ah yes, the Colonel and the Mustard Gas. This is a bit off topic but when im playing Clue i almost always play Professor Plum and from the first time I played the game i have, for some reason, felt like the Professor has a vendetta against the Colonel. Whenever there’s a Colonel in a show/game like this, I immediately distrust him…

[@mmilcz833]

This is so exciting! New camera angles, elaborate fancy costumes, space for Dom to let his wonderfully evil character shine… this is going to be great

[@justinehercthehuman]

”But if you're not familiar with roleplaying games...“ *Aweeee they think about us Basic Boardgame Bitches too* 🥺🥺

[@classthoreau3541]

Love that the concept behind this channel isn't really board games, it's "I have talented friends, look at my fun and talented friends." Great work from Dom here, really brought the game to life

[@magicjuand]

this is a board game video though, it's Clue

[@SamErbs]

totally losing it at Brooke Bourgeoisie's bf playing 'river proletariat'. vvvv good joke Sullivan

[@_Baku]

I can't believe I didn't catch that. Incredible.

[@lexicornfell7361]

Ooohh I get it.

[@lexicornfell7361]

Ooohh I get it.

[@barbrr]

ohhh that’s what it was.. thank you! i’m struggling figuiring out their names

[@beejamjam]

@@barbrr Nathaniel Fairmont is based on Adam's character from the first CBW one-shot, Piston Fairmont. I thiiink he's done the character before in unfilmed games too

[@teodorapetkovic]

Tilly was such a delight in this!!! Playing a sad little man that can't catch a break is so... suiting for her, for whatever reason.

[@mr-x7689]

And the detective leans in and inspects the body for a brief moment. Then leans back and says, "Mmmh indeed, this man is dead, and he died by someone ramming their entire arm in to his chest." XD

[@theory52k]

Funny and notable moments: 4:23 Nathaniel Fairmont introduction 5:24 River Proletariat introduction 6:14 Harry Peeps introduction 8:10 Ivy Cordova introduction 9:09 Carlton Dreevus Nallsin introduction 9:56 Buck McFadden introduction 15:03 Adam pushes the piss roll 18:14 Delicious pea soup 20:00 Lights out 23:25 Carlton's reaction to a dead body 26:01 "You're in there mate" 26:35 Ivy inspects George's body 32:32 Teri appears!!! 34:25 "I'm not a conman, I'm a priest" 37:15 Women's pockets 38:50 Harry fails the DEX roll 40:56 Buck stares menacingly at the older woman on the floor 42:54 Harry cries to Buck 45:40 ⛓Kink of the day⛓ 53:27 "That's how it's done" 59:33 Dom's papers full of secrets 1:02:16 Adam spends luck on a painting💀 1:06:10 Ivy's hand goes through the landscape 1:16:55 Longest handshake ever 1:25:50 The real crime: the painting

[@sugarbear4865]

Do you know who shot Sir George Reek?

[@theory52k]

@@sugarbear4865 yes but that's spoiler

[@ShadowFalcon]

Nathaniel will definitely be played by Peter Dinklage in the movie 😂

[@justinehercthehuman]

OH MY GOD THE INTRO! The shade he gave to Adam sitting right on his left, smiling. DOM IS HILARIOUS! I LOVE THIS.

[@raiyanamin8914]

Dom deserves a mustache break, that thing is magnificent

[@bogdan-cristianoaie3324]

Dom is bloody amazing at storytelling. The atmosphere was great throughout. Absolutely loved it!

[@foxedurnan]

I've got to say, Dom is quickly becoming my favourite on this channel... his portrayal of the characters was amazing! top marks Dom

[@TheRivieraKid]

How nice to see Dom evolved into a full on Vaudvillain.

[@apocrypha5363]

9:26 Dom: "This is a fantasy, so you can be whatever and whoever you want, let your wildest dreams run free." Laurie: "My guy's going to be merely bald-ING!"

[@GrilliamG]

Some dreams have to crawl before they can walk 😂☠️

[@hazed1009]

Never put anything by a priest you don't mind losing!! 😂

[@ProdigalGeek]

Teri has to be the clear MVP of this video - well edited and love the subtlety of all the sound effects!

[@sportsguy91]

Dom is killing this, also heavily invested in Harry Peeps search for love

[@Milksword]

I always figured when they did an rpg it'd be Tom as DM but Dom is excellent here. Really great stuff, can't wait for more!

[@sunayama4650]

Check out City British Wrestling (formerly know as No Rolls Barred). It's a wrestling RPG that Tom did GM.

[@diamondsky3787]

They did play Fiasco

[@Milksword]

@@diamondsky3787 Yeah sorry I should have said 'another rpg'. Fiasco is one of my favourites they've done.

[@Milksword]

@@sunayama4650 Already watched it all multiple times lol. C B DUB! C B DUB!

[@kes6855]

Holly aggressively shoving her hand where it has no business being shoved into. More please!

[@michak.2760]

Dom is a really great Keeper! Building up tension, acting, descriptions and even after the cast joke for a while, they go silent as he continues this story. Awesome, and I know, I'll have to check his podcast now. Big credit to all the players but I have to say, I'm amazed how great of a roleplayer Tilly is! She's totally different person than we know from the board games videos. It's a shame we'll have to wait for another episode, I'll watch the whole thing straight away.

[@V26587]

To anyone who loves this game and hasn't looked up The Apocalypse Players podcast, do yourself a solid and listen to the podcast. In particular The Machine Tractor Station Kharkov-37. It is a phenomenal scenario played brilliantly

[@Chronixx11]

This is absolutely brilliant. 10/10 entertainment. Watched a lot of role play boardgames, including Lovecraft scenarios, but the atmosphere, the music, the storytelling and the endurance of the players in sticking to their roles and what they know and focus on is absolutely top notch!

[@ChronoMager]

Welcome ... to Clue of Cthulhu! PS: Loving Tilly's portrayal of Harry Peeps!

[@nickdejager8873]

Was wondering if anyone else clocked that

[@SocratesTheAwesome]

Dom is doing a fantastic job as GM. The rest of the cast are fleshing out their characters really well too. The storytelling has me so engaged and I can’t wait for more. Also…I love that the map of the house is the map of the Cluedo house.

[@Cookie-ox9dd]

Dom straight up looking amazing, the appreciation for his mustache isn't unwarranted

[@sohamsengupta6470]

I'm sorry but I'm absolutely losing it at the old collector man and the dead guy's dead son's widow having a casual chat about his collection literally right next to rhe actual body. Absolutely cold.

[@theboardgameguy87]

Dom is just an amazing DM. The way he portraits every charcter... simply marvelous.

[@marniekonker848]

Can I just put out there that Dom is one of my absolute favourites on NRB. He makes me laugh so much and I really want to be friends with him because he is weird and quirky and passionate and endearing and charming. Absolutely love the fact he is DM'ing in this.

[@nobodywantsthethimble]

Coming back to watch this after it led me down a rabbit hole of podcasts and source books. Damn you and thank you.

[@5434644]

Dom really uncapped all his charisma here. This is amazing.

[@EverythingCanadian57]

The quick switch of accents and personalities for Dom is drawing me into this so hard.

[@ericathefae]

Also, everyone looks so dapper

[@DeadHierophant]

Alright, who's idea was it to give Dom power? You all know how drunk he gets on power. In all seriousness, this should be a great mini series! I can't wait for the next 2 episodes!

[@darnok6407]

"Leave the lady alone!" And I already like that character. Nice Guy Behaviour

[@CrystalblueMage]

The only question in CoC worse than "Who has the worst Luck" is "Who has the best perception" :D

[@rjlima4985]

Less than 30 seconds in and I already need more Dom with a curly mustache and more Sullivan with a beret

[@Frantasia]

Timestamps for the episode! (Might, probably will contain spoilers) 0:00:00 Infos on the game 0:02:42 Intro 0:02:55 The year is 1927 (Story begins) **Character introductions** 0:04:24 Nathaniel Fairmont (Adam's Character) 0:05:24 River Proletariat (Sully's Character) 0:06:15 Harry Peeps (Tilly's Character) 0:08:11 Ivy Cordova (Holly's Character) 0:09:09 Carlton Dreevus Nallsin (Laurie, why did you do this to me) 0:09:57 Buck McFadden (Tom's Character) **Character introductions done** 0:15:08 Lucky Piss 0:20:14 Oops 0:37:40 Women's Pockets 0:34:29 Not a Con-Man 0:46:59 Unlucky and Unsuspicious 0:49:10 Another drink 1:04:27 No shame 1:07:44 The lord taketh and the lord giveth (saving the fumble) This is a WIP as I watch. If i missed anything or goofed something up, don't hesitate to tell me, I'll edit as fast as I can.

[@erenspace9628]

wow thank you, this is immensely helpful 🥰

[@sugarbear4865]

Do you know who shot Sir George Reek?

[@chrisofgames]

Ooooh, Don being a games master! What a great treat for October and for my birthday!! 🦑🎃🦑

[@RandomPerson-nd2ey]

Happy Birthday!

[@jelkehuisman]

Happy birthday dude

[@sunayama4650]

Happy birthday!

[@thebillboards]

birthday twin!!

[@dominicallen541]

Happy Birthday! 🐙

[@drew20125]

oh my what is this unexpected saturday surprise

[@diamondsky3787]

totally!

[@douglassantos418]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@zenpvnk]

Not gonna lie... I had to watch the "bleached-blonde idiot" intro line about a dozen times before I could continue. It just gets funnier with every play.

[@KroVey]

As someone who absolutely loves both Call of Cthulhu and your channel, I can't tell you how excited I am for this!!!

[@johnnybadlands6443]

This is the video I had no idea I needed but I am so glad the NRB team did. Even better than BotC

[@shroomdudeshades]

I'm only 28 minutes in and I had to pause the video to tell you how much I love this. The ambience is fantastic, Dom's storytelling is great, the character work, dress, and mood setting is beautiful, I just love all of this and will definitely be watching for all 3 parts. Alright back to it bye.

[@sarahchrysafis-gluck1774]

A gigantic compliment to Dom! He makes the story so exciting and authentic! I love his style!

[@JohannaInTheCorner]

I stumbled across NRB when their playing Jamaica was a fresh upload. I have done much catching up since, days and days worth of watching and rewatching. It feels about time I commented again though as I think this video is certainly worthy! Dom is an excellent D/GMaster. Loving the storytelling, and getting drawn in by the evolving narrative, although I am slightly distracted by the magnificent ‘stache. It's oddly satisfying to see Adam with his wings clipped, it feels an easy balance. The production is fabulous. From titular credits to thunder and lightning fx, to incidental music, to dice graphics, to ad break markers... these productions are getting better and better every week! Not sure this gets the recognition it deserves. Thank you, ladies and gentlemen. I look forward to the next instalment... Even if it's another week away! * sobs gently but still not as pathetically as ‘Harry’ *

[@dimensionalremi]

i missed my flight home due to public transit issues and watching this while i was stuck in the airport has kept me from panicking all day 🥰 never doubt the good you do, NRB!

[@gaymedievaldruid]

How come nobody told me Dom was such a good DM? This blindsided me in the exact same way Tom did playing storyteller in blood on the clocktower

[@moshill1374]

Appreciation for how cute Tilly's outfit is, that is all

[@scottfleet6757]

Dom is engaging, mesmeric, enthralling and utterly bewitching!! One of the finest GM/DM/Keeper performances yet witnessed. So looking forward to part 2!!

[@mog1755]

I like that Dom personalized Terie's NPC by making her a French maid, because (as has been subtly hinted on the channel several times) I think Terie might be French.

[@changminlee7285]

Love finding out about Dom's podcast, I wasn't very familiar with games like this before this channel and I adore Dom so a podcast with this sort of game is amazing.

[@changminlee7285]

​@@apocplayers It's fantastic! I'm about to start episode 5 of "The Crack'd and Crook'd Manse". I originally started it for Dom but I really have already just become a huge fan of the other guys playing as well. I also really appreciate that the editing leaves in "meta" discussions among the players and the joking amongst them. It really feels like playing something with your friends rather than strictly a performance for lack of a better word.

[@thebillboards]

I freaking love the costumes

[@zak3744]

Six minutes in and Sullivan has an outrageous accent. It's going to be good. 😆

[@lydiablues]

i ❤️ Dom, he's really such an amazing Keeper. glad to see a plug for Apocalypse Players, which remains my absolute favorite Call of Cthulhu podcast to date!

[@andrewbehling3541]

Dropping in to HIGHLY recommend the Apocalypse Players podcast. I’m only a few episodes in (thanks to it being plugged here) and it’s some top notch actual play.

[@apocplayers]

Thank you!

[@ndc80]

​@@apocplayershello, i was wondering if there are any plans to release this story? Id really like to run it for my friends. I tried searching for it online but i have had no luck so far. Thanks!

[@Shavinderyt]

Yes! I'm so glad TTRPGs are finally here. And Call of Cthullu is such a breath of fresh air. I'm beyond excited for this

[@aidenpearce6624]

That was just great! The costumes are epic and Doms narration is perfect. Especially with this glorious mustache

[@simonchadwick3735]

Dom makes for such an amazing GM in this setting and the cast play off each other wonderfully. Lovely stuff! Cannot wait to see more!

[@ProdigalGeek]

I love the idea of playing Call of Cthulhu using the Cluedo mansion!

[@Cookie_85]

Did you also notice that we have "The Colonel" and a "Miss Scarlet"?

[@calebshoemaker]

I was just thinking how much fun that would be

[@trillhouse6320]

Omg this is such a wonderful surprise! I was just running out of the Apocalypse players to listen to and now Dom’s brought the mythos to draughts!

[@johnnybadlands6443]

I’m so glad I know the Apocalypse videos exist now and wish I had discovered them sooner.

[@chrisboyle6175]

Watching Dom come for 5e was more enjoyable than I care to admit! (For context, I love 5e, D&D was my first roleplaying game, but I've spent years trying to get people to play something that isn't D&D so there's a strange sort of joy in seeing people sass it) Also, damn what a game. By the time Sully had introduced his character I was thinking 'well this is going to be a beautiful disaster'. Can't wait for the next two parts. AMAZING WORK NRB!

[@flicnerdy4385]

D&D is fun but sometimes I want to play things that are lkess complicated, more roleplay and shenigans less rulessssss.

[@calebshoemaker]

Your parenthetical statement is literally my life right now

[@KalisMagnum]

“Cause they don’t have feelings, do they? Don’t have ambitions or families.” That just got dark very fast

[@potato5830]

YESSS I’ve been waiting for RPGs on this channel, and I’m thrilled it’s run by Dom’s dramatics

[@tomfrench8512]

Credit where it's due - Dom is bloody fantastic from the first second. You can tell he's really relishing this, but his presentation along with his concise and clear rule clarifications throughout really elevate this. The whole cast are awesome as always. River Proletariat is genius. Everyone having a great time, and it shows.

[@kylesleeps64]

This makes me so happy, been hoping you guys would incorporate more RPGs and Call of Cthulhu is perfect for fun one-shots.

[@HerKnightable]

Hoping this becomes a thing on the channel

[@mkebza83]

I already know I need thousands of episodes of this...can't wait for the next part.

[@beach-butterfly]

No! Not 1 of 3!!! Now I have to wait to see what happens! Amazing stuff. Holly's obvious visualisation of GM Dom's descriptions are everything. So happy you're playing Cthulhu.

[@Dreamheartcat]

Dom knows the truth. Dragons are people too. He is now my new favorite person.

[@pawebojanowski7289]

"as if someone is walking heavily on two sticks in the dining room" I fully expected Barmia Pots to show up.

[@apocplayers]

😂😂😂

[@Mark-ph7cy]

This is absolutely brilliant. So well done and very atmospheric. Love everyone's characters and Dom as GM. Can't wait for the next part

[@shlokjagushte1839]

I need more of this and I need it more often. God dammit this cast is so good!! Props to Dom for the wonderful atmosphere.

[@nicholasinman6974]

Love. This. Getting to see the gang tackle an RPG campaign, and Dom getting to take the reins, should be incredibly fun

[@davidfyffe-mcfaddem4181]

The editing on this is all spot on just like watching a stage play. Would be cool to see more after this.

[@arakuss1]

Claps. Yes my favorite board game channel and players playing my favorite game. I just love all horror based roleplaying games and these guys hit it out of the park. Perfect balance of suspense, mystery, role playing, spookiness, gore, and comedy. You guys are just the best.

[@Wes9859]

Its always fun to go back to the very beginning of it all. When this was likely meant to just be a spooky little miniseries for Halloween. And now its one of the biggest things on NRB so much so its got its own channel. It goes to show how anything could be the start of something beautiful.

[@Krishausen]

YEEESSSS DOM IS IN CHARGE TODAY LETS GO!

[@mattyzuzu9990]

That was wonderful! Dom did an incredible job as Keeper. Well done everyone!

[@barbrr]

i’m nearly ecsatic about it, it’s so great!! the comfort of this set-up just spills out from the screen, i could watch it and watch it (and i’m probably gonna…) ps: Laurie is so handsome in this suit :,)

[@imnotgoodwithnames4101]

Dom, you are perfection, every word you utter, just oozes charm and charisma, you are truly a god among man.

[@selcos2110]

Cthul'hu Pen and paper is absolutely awesome, great dming by dom and the sound and the effects enhance the experience so much! Absolutely chilling

[@codyhenry1530]

The quality that this group consistently puts out is amazing! Good job guys!!

[@Sprostinify]

Was not expecting this but easily the best content on the channel. Dom absolutely nails this. Production is phenomenal. Love it! More please

[@pankajthakur65]

Dom killed it and so did others. My first time watching a Call of Cthulu game and loving every moment of it. Can't wait for the next 2 episodes

[@DePieks]

Wow, Dom is a great GM! Absolutely love his narration. Excited for parts 2 and 3!

[@Jarkeld]

Bravo, so far Dom! Can't wait for the next two parts! And you are killing it with that mustache and beard. A Van Dyke, I believe? It looks fantastic on you, sir!

[@stunhbtaken]

This is fantastic. RPGs are well suited to the chemistry you all have together. It would be great to see more RPGs played on the channel. Can't wait for the next episodes!

[@Kajffari]

I didn't expect anything this unbelievable. You have surprised me, my day cannot now be ruined. Thank you No Rolls Barred

[@LittleMissFeck]

I can't even tell anymore how often I watched your call of cthulhu episodes. They're some of my favourite youtube videos ever. I hope you'll do more sometime ❤

[@eriknielsen6711]

OMG yes. I'm so here for more NRB RPG content.

[@meowlina]

What a pleasant and spooky surprise! Dom is absolutely crushing it. Riveting stuff. I added his podcast to my library immediately. Also loving what I consider to be peak Tilly!

[@donathos]

Wow. Dom's a brilliant GM. And the production on this video is just extraordinary! Great job, everyone

[@texaspete3487]

Played this with mates for near on 10 years, so happy to see a channel I am a fan of having a go at it

[@alharron2145]

It's fascinating watching this as a long-time Cthulhu player & recent Keeper. Dom did a marvellous job, I adore all the little nods & winks to Lovecraft (oh hello there Brown Jenkin, & salutations Mr Arthur Jermyn) and the sly reference of the detective. Next episode can't come soon enough!

[@TheOnlyValken]

This is going to be incredible!