The Old Ways Podcast

Attacked by something inside the mansion, the agents hunt the darkened floors for the small creature that Agents Winters saw. Agent Hawkins finds another troubling clue, forcing the group to make a fateful choice.

Jack, Lillian, and Robert sneak out among the crowd of cultists during a grand ritual. Sigmund, Meave, and Sam discuss options. The doctor finally releases a friend from their cage as the mountain's wrath arrives.

The investigators separate, one group handling the ritual to seal off the connection Nyarlathotep hopes to make, while the other heads up a secret tunnel to what the cult has planned for them.

Come join us for a review of William Adcock's We Are All Savages with Keeper Rina and their cast. In this video we'll detail some of our impressions on the pre-generated investigators offered, the setting information, and what our favorite Mythos Moment was! Grab the scenario here! https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/298233/We-Are-All-Savages

On a late night stakeout the agents decide to enter the Garritsen Mansion after the construction crew goes home on a search for evidence of the missing children or worse.

Traveling up the side of the mountain, the investigators must decide when to begin their protective ritual and if there's still time to stop what the Cult of Bloody Tongue has planned.

With a deeper understanding of the horror they face, the scouting party heads back to Fort Niagara. With another furious snow storm looming, they must work together to prevent an even greater tragedy than the ones they've already seen.

Finally out on their own the crew of the freshly named Periphery begin to work their way to the distant planet of Menkar, but a sudden surprise from inside the ship raises an alarm.

A darkness comes at night as the investigators make camp in the village. Lillian and Sam inspect the crops and make a shocking discovery. Sigmund does what he can to ease the suffering of the people, while others bring their case to the Kipsang in hopes of finding help.

Returning to Marhoun, the crew is offered their first big job, but first each crew member makes some final stops before leaving Kua. Icarus sees an old friend, while Fida does a complete inspection of the new ship.

A full investigation begins at the Gerritsen Mansion as O-Cell descends on what they've been told is the source of the unnatural elements in Red Hook.

Our Investigators travel into the wilderness and uncover damaged and fallow ground before their arrival in a small village. While sheltering there they meet a shaman called Kitonga who shares wisdom for their future journey.

January, 1760: in the cold winter encampment of Fort Niagara, 3 British soldiers are tasked with tracking down stolen food supplies. In their trek across the snow, they discover there may be worse terrors out in the cold than the French. This scenario is part of the Your Scenario, Your Actual Play series. This scenario was written by William Adcock and available at DriveThruRPG

Delving into the deepest points of Coriolis Station, the crew locates a strange oasis in the darkness. What they find there rapidly changes the stakes of the job they were given.

As the investigators prepare for their journey to the Black Mountain, they review the challenges ahead and prepare to leave Nairobi undetected.

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Gathered together by a powerful Patron, a new team of five is commissioned to bring back an important piece of data from the dangerous underworld beneath Coriolis station without being noticed.

O-Cell spreads out to gather intelligence on their subjects, before deciding to turn their focus on a local construction site.

Several of the Investigators return to Hampton House Hotel while Nairobi unravels. Meave and Sam work their way back to a local contact in hopes of gathering details on their friends without being spotted.

The nuns face a terrible creature at the Widow Carling's house in their quest to cleanse the village of Ramsay. As night draws nigh, they must work quickly to solve the mystery of the waking dead before evil comes to claim their souls.

Below Coriolis station rests the green globe the Zenithian home planet of Kua, a world of economic extremes. Icarus spends her days working through hardships to survive. When a close friend reaches out in need, Icarus' life flips upside down.

Sam and Meave work to find their way to the safety after the destruction of the police station. In the dark of night near a small glen, spirits close to both of them offer a difficult bargain.

As a member of Ahlam's Temple, Tamarisk walks the web of politics on Coriolis Station. When two brother's call for their special talents to accent a private party, the night proves to be exciting.

After collecting and reviewing the case files, Agent Hart begins in person interviews revealing sinister details. O-Cell selects a motel in Red Hook as their base of operations.

Sam and Sigmund mend as best they can before seeking out the rest of the party. Jack and Robert stew at the police station, while Meave and Lillian begin to hear trouble outside.

When reports of supernatural occurrences in the village of Ramsay reach St. Edgar's Abbey, three nuns set out to uncover the truth. Is the soldier returned from the dead the work of God? Of the devil? Or something far worse? Join Keeper Rina and cast for this terrifying tale!

Working to overhaul, fix, and rework all the hardware rich Zenithian's buy can be a tough task, but for Fida there's rarely been a choice. One work day, Fate steps in and makes him an offer.

The Investigators hunt through the Nairobi night to find a place to clean up and find treatment for one of their own. Lillian and Meave head back to the hotel in hopes of gathering their belongings.

Qainat seeks the pinnacle of Coriolis' station in her quest for knowledge, but this Draconite is far more interested in what the museum conceals from the common guests.

In a return to active duty, O-Cell investigates a series of missing children cases that have popped up on the radar of their Handler in and around the Red Hook New York neighborhood.

With the tempo raised, the Investigators must clear out a source of corruption in the heart of Nairobi.

As a veteran starfarer and mover of less than legal goods, Amara Kasra works to secure a shipment in the secretive underground spaces of Coriolis station.

With the herd under attack, each of our heroes show what makes them who they are. While they are different notes in the chorus, they make a mighty song for Sartar!

After the scene Sam watched at the restaurant, a new danger emerges. Jack has a pointed conversation with Reggie. Meave makes preparations for the times ahead.

Three Sartarites heroes seek to protect their herd through Sea Season in the fertile stead. Little do they know, chaos has a surprise for their peaceful day.

Lady Elisabeth gives everything she can to keep her incantation going, Simon plays an explosive trump card to try and turn the tide. Fraser chooses a dangerous path to try and end a threat once considered a dear friend. We welcome you to our finale episode. After 140+ episodes our Horror on the Orient Express road has come to its final stop. From the Keeper and Cast, I want to thank you all so much for listening and supporting us through this endeavor!

Concerned about what might exist in the unseen version of Nairobi, Sigmund ventures into the Dreamlands to investigate on his own.

The Agents of O-Cell are brought back together after an urgent phone call. Each one has lived their lives since the MacAllistar as best they know how, but will that be enough?

Maggie lets her voice be heard, but Lady Elisabeth raises her voice in return. Simon takes the fight to the cult, while Fraser focuses his anger at the source. Professor Courtenay reaches out to rend reality itself.

Join us as we create three new heroes for RuneQuest Glorantha. In this episode we delve into the lore and history of Glorantha, then use the detailed hero character creation method to round out our characters.

While Jack rests up, the team watches the tea house for more clues. Lillian explores something recovered with her perceptive abilities. Drummond takes a gamble with Reggie at the Hampton House and the Investigators scatter.

Maggie makes a perilous decision about who she will be. Fraser speaks with Lady Elisabeth on an important matter. The Investigators leave the safehouse bound for the mosque and what the fates have in store for them.

Our irreverent fantasy movie concludes today with the storming of a castle, fresh milk, wardrobe changes, and even a great big pit! Join us as we put a wrap on our They Came From series for 2023!

After returning from their meeting with the Great Bundari, the group decides to split their investigative tasks. Meave and Robert talk to the owner of the Hampton House, while Lillian takes on a new face before surveilling the tea house with Sam.

Jane's fate is decided. Rahm tries to be a sire. Alex gets the truth, wanted or not. Sylvestre talks with Esther to clear up a misunderstanding. Katerina turns the knife. Marcus keeps a promise. Guest Starring - Patrick McNamara and Danny Scott

Maggie walks the streets of Constantinople feeling the power of the Simulacrum walk with her. The group consults with Jonah about a backup plan. The group makes a horrifying discovery in the safehouse.

Our four agents must deal with their first after action experience. We learn that the hardest work sometimes begins after the action is over.

Collected in the dark hut of a mysterious spirit guide, the Investigators learn truths about the days and nights to come, as aid comes to them in the strangest forms.

Alex and Slyvestre talk about the pending items on their todo lists. Marcus talks with Annalise before speaking with Maryam about the city's recent loss. Alex and Marcus discuss Clan Ventrue's growing problems.

Fraser and Simon head to a local market in search of knowledge from the scribes there. Maggie and Lady Elisabeth have a chat about the simulacrum. The group makes plans to gather backup for the fight ahead.