The Old Ways Podcast

Led on by an unknown and otherworldly voice, Lady Elisabeth seeks the deep center of the cave system in hopes of finding her fate. Can the rest of the investigators in her party intervene before its too late?

In the first of our 2023 Interview Series we speak with creator Matthew Dawkins. A prolific creator who has helped birth over 50 RPG titles for Onyx Path Publishing, The World of Darkness, Kult: Divinity Lost, and many others.

As the investigators regroup, they work through the decision on how to approach Madame Lin and the pitfalls therein.

Several months since have passed since the night of the Blood Moon and members of the San Francisco coterie are brought back together as the winter breeze brings new changes to their nights. Find us and our merch Follow us on Twitter Join our Discord Community

As Lady Elisabeth's disappearance draws concern, Professor Courtney investigates a new found interest. Fraser and Simon seek a path deeper into the cave system, while Maggie seeks a prize for herself.

As Prince Regent, William Mallet has an array of choices in front of him while trying to control the chaos going on in San Francisco. The choices he makes will help shape the nights ahead, for better or worse.

After an unfathomable night the Heralds return to their lives of political maneuvering in hopes of securing a prosperous outcome from the coming out ball which draws near.

After the firefight at the first meeting with Jack Brady, the Investigators finally hear from a member of the Carlyle Expedition in person, as he reveals more than anyone knew about what happened and what is coming.

With Kindred leaving San Francisco, some wish to remain, and Monika West is one of them. As a member of the mysterious Clan Saluubri she and her sire Chase were protected by Prince Velasquez, but with that protection gone, Monika faces new nights and new choices. CW: Abortion

As darkness brought by unwanted visitors descends on the grotto, the Investigators must make a stand or be ripped apart by desperate cultists seeking a promised prize.

The shadows of Shanghai come alive with unknown assailants desperate to kill Jack Brady, the Investigators, and anyone else who gets in their way. Can the group find a way to make it out alive?

In which our San Francisco coterie reunites and discusses what is to come of their future nights under the ever present presence of William Mallet.

With Fraser guarding the front gate and Lady Elisabeth gone missing, Simon, Maggie, and the Professor delve deeper into the cave system only to find they are not alone.

Taking what information they've deduced, our Thursday's Children move to end the suffering of the citizens of Uppsala. Can they catch the killer before they strike again?

As Hugo deals with the ramifications of a family plot, Vidya tries to get settled at the Dance household. That night, a series of strange experiences arrive heralding an unimaginable event. CW: Disturbing scenes and some harm to animals.

Setting their sights on a mysterious meeting with a local scholar, the Investigators hope to lean more about a cult clinging to Shanghai's shadows.

In the unsteady times of San Francisco's new nights, a meeting between two vampires seals a new deal for one possible future.

The Investigators make their way out of Trieste, blasting their way down highway roads and into Yugoslavia in hopes of locating the resting place of the next Simulacrum piece.

Our Thursday's Children hear a tale of terrifying creature which feeds of the blood of the living from a local priest which confirms evidence they have. Returning to the castle, the group feasts on fresh meat and something far fouler.

In the depths of a secret temple, Alex leads Rahm to see a special new light.

As Jack and Meave investigate a wounded woman at a local hospital, while Sam and Lillian do recon on a local house. Drummond tried to get back to work, but with little success.

As the world around her changes, Katerina is faced with a series of changes and challenges. Leaving the Camarilla controlled portion of San Francisco means more than just losing the bakery.

With travel in their future, the Investigators search Anton's farm in hopes of finding something to assist them in getting to the next system of caves they have to explore.

With the boat carefully moored in a secret cove, Captain Dance, Miss Vidya, and First Mate Bartlebee make their way north to Millpuddle through the rain in hopes of reaching the safety it offers.

Drummond and Stazi head for cover, but are left to wonder what Madame Lin is really up to. The Investigators chat with a scholar before investigating 88 Lantern Street.

Declaring independence from the Camarilla was step one for Marcus Voss. Solving the problem he created with the declaration at Elysium is another thing entirely.

Slinking across the cold outskirts of Trieste, the Investigators explore a house they believe to be once owned by Winkelmann, where a prized and sought after medallion may await.

The Investigators search out the Shanghai Museum for answers to a secretive cult operating in the city. Drummond acts on orders given to him by Pierce and is shocked by what he finds.

With the source of unrest a strange killing, the society members fan out and look for clues as to who this woman was in life and why she might have been targeted.

Taking shelter at Anton's house, the Investigators begin to work out their next move. Maggie and the Professor search out new books, while Lady Elisabeth is visited by guests in the night.

A ship travels through rough waters to Dorset where the passengers hope for a better future. Among its passengers, a rich merchant's daughter destined for her coming of age party. Written and led by - Bridgett Jeffries

We're very pleased to announce that in 2023 we'll be offering two separate story arcs sponsored by our friends at Onyx Path Publishing! One arc will be set in the Trinity Continuum and the other in the They Came From... title series. A fantastic year awaits our listeners! Stop by our merch store to check out the Old Ways 2023 jersey!

In the months since leaving Chicago, Ms. Fairchild has walked through shadows to remake her life into something more than she ever imagined. Now in Shanghai, fresh orders have her on a hunt.

In this second part of our Interlude Series, we look in on Clan Tremere outcast Vince Markevich as he considers the next steps on the path in front of him.

Lady Elisabeth goes to meet with Mr Fraser at the jail, while Professor Courtenay prepares for the group's departure. Simon puts a very particular set of skills to use.

As the Magnificent Machine churns to life, four will workers must determine the true reason for its journey and the madness inside the man behind it.

The investigation kicks into gear as several investigators inquire at a local newspaper for clues, while Doctor Tattenbach and Ms. Lane attempt to track down the truth behind a photo from New York.

With the terror on the blood moon behind them, Marcus investigates a new living space with Katerina, but not before going on a hunt for fresh blood on the boardwalk. CW: This episode contains mature scenes

In the depths of a Trieste jail, James Fraser awaits his fate, while his companions work to figure out a method of extracting him. Maggie and Richard have a breakthrough.

As their search in Shanghai gets started, the Investigators quickly learn that the shadows have more than eyes and ears. Mr. Drummond receives an unexpected message.

Four Society members receive an invitation to seek the truth behind the murder of a young woman in Uppsala. Together, they must discern the motive behind this fresh unrest in their fair city.

The carousel wheel spins, as cotton candy dreams turn to nightmares for our seekers. Will any of them collect all the tickets they need to make it out?

After meeting with their new contact, Drummond, the group sets out to find the Stumbling Tiger Bar in hopes of meeting the mysterious Jack Brady.

In the aftermath of Lamb and Marcus' announcement at Elysium, we look in on each coterie member and see what awaits them in the future nights.

After finding a broken down carnival somehow seemingly still powered, four brave souls walk through the turnstiles to find their missing loved ones. The fun and games await...

After making landfall in Shanghai, the Investigators work to get past customs and find their hotel before meeting up with a contact secured by Carlton Ramses.

With all the cards laid bare, the coterie heads to Golden Gate park for a final showdown with Lamb and his Sabbat pack. Can the Kindred of San Francisco survive the night?

After the world around them suffers a reality shattering event, four survivors must make their way north to find lost members of their commune. Written by Bridgett Jeffries

Working undercover is never easy, but in the shadows of Shanghai a simple mystery can turn deadly. Robert Drummond is on an important mission when fate plucks him from a dangerous life and into the fires of eldritch horror.

The coterie gathers their strength and a special addition before leaving for the library where they hope to stop the source of the San Francisco blood curse.