Beyond 1st Level
We don't take ourselves too seriously, so neither should you. Let's see how we travel beyond 1st level in... Beyond 1st Level.
Episodes
150 episodes
Session 127: Steps into Avernys
The RAIN make a daring sacrifice, leaving one of their own behind in the Shadowfell—but not without a plan. All they need to do is survive long enough for it to succeed. As they navigate the perils of the unknown, a new challenge looms: the spr...
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Session 126: Echoes of Desolation
The true horrors of the Shadowfell begin to press in, testing the limits of hope and sanity. Despair creeps into the hearts of the travelers and the RAIN alike. Who will muster the strength to endure, and who will succumb to the overwhelming da...
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Session 125: Beyond the Cave, Into the Unknown
The RAIN seek refuge from the horrors of the Shadowfell, but rest is elusive as nightmares haunt their sleep. With the threat of the Nightmen's return, they must leave the cave and press on. Along the way, they encounter mysterious travelers. A...
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Session 124: The Putrid Colossus (Battle)
The Corpse Mound. It’s a twisted amalgamation of decaying bodies, Towering and grotesque, animated by some malevolent force. The stench of death thickens the air as they realize this horror is not just a fight for survival, but a battl...
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Session 123: The Lure of Darkness
The RAIN finds themselves trapped within the depths of the Nightman’s cave… or are they? Shadows shift, opening a path, tempting them to escape. They think it has to be a trap, yet they descend deeper, determined to finish off the last of the N...
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Session 122: The Nightmen’s Vengeance (Battle)
The Rain seeks shelter from a relentless storm in a place where echoes of their past sins still whisper in the darkness. Things quickly turn into a nightmare as the Rain comes face to face with the Nightmen, the very beings they destroyed all t...
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Session 121: Please Don't Go…
The party refuses to back down, heading south toward the ominous Nightmen Cave, despite worsening weather, treacherous roads, and NPCs warning them to turn back. But what drives them toward this perilous destination? Why is reaching the cave so...
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Session 120.5: Talking Beyond - Through Poison and Shadow
In this special episode, David (DM) is joined by The RAIN: Riku (Will), Airis (Cesar), Ishi (Kelley), and Nadia (Sam). They summarize and share their thoughts about the campaign and episodes 111 through 120 of Beyond 1st Level. Use this episode...
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Session 120: Whispers from the Shadowfell
The lines between the game and reality blur as a mysterious voice speaks directly to the players, warning them that their DM is stalling to avoid the Shadowfell. Key details, like Airis's letter, have been withheld, and now the Rain must confro...
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Session 119: Secrets Beneath the Keep
As The RAIN awaits a message from the Shields of the Many, they turn their attention to the eerie mysteries of their new keep. Drawn to the strange energy in the basement, they face undead guardians, only to be left with more questions than ans...
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Session 118-5: RAIN
The RAIN finally reunites in Arnkyth, exchanging stories and strengthening old bonds. Mingor honors his debt with their own keep, offering a rare moment of peace. The group enjoys a brief respite with Lindsey’s memory restored and heartfelt con...
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Session 118-4: Nadia
With The RAIN scattered, Nadia is left alone, questioning her place in the group. Haunted by doubts and past battles, she heads to Bonaborough, seeking help from Dundle, only to find indifference and forgotten memories. But in a world of magic,...
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Session 118-3: Ishi
After emerging from the depths, Ishi is drawn to the Kingdom's Strength Games, determined to prove his legendary might. His brothers, Kawa and Kasia, have tracked him across the kingdom, arriving in Zasia with urgent intentions. As Ishi battles...
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Session 118-2: Airis
Airis finally cures the wererats he encountered long ago, but what happens next? Unfortunately, the audio was lost—so you’ll have to tune in to the group session to hear Airis recount the story firsthand.
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Session 118-1: Riku
Riku's journey to Nornwich leads to a fateful meeting with the mysterious White Cat, Grim’s former disciple. What starts as a tense exchange reveals chilling secrets about a millennia-old cycle and Riku’s role in it. As forbidden knowledge temp...
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Session 117: The Rainy Pain JamFest (Battle)
The RAIN finally faces off against their relentless pursuers, Maki and Kona Valentine, in a deadly game of traps and treachery. As the Valentine sisters turn the cavern into a maze of danger, The RAIN must confront their limits and face d...
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Session 117: The Last Steps to Freedom (Roleplay)
The RAIN stands on the brink of freedom, but the cost is high. As danger closes in and courage tests their unity, a desperate run through the shadows leads to a brief calm. Yet beneath the surface, old grudges and simmering tensions threa...
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Session 116: The Truth Comes Out
Riku finds a Shadow Crossing, a portal to the Shadowfell, exactly what he needs to find Grim…But he refused to enter. The RAIN still needs to get the Refugees out of the Underdark. What does Ronin think of that? How is The RAIN going to get pas...
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Session 115: The Fungal Jungle
The Rain has a moment of relive as they are finally out of the Drow City. But does that mean they are out of the frying pan and into the fire? With the Fungi Forest now in between them and freedom, what dangers lie ahead? The drow did not make ...
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Session 114: The Gate of Fear (Battle)
Riku is poisoned. The poison specifically made for Riku. Riku's poison. Well, not exactly, but you get the bit. He is poisoned, and he now sees his friends as the very thing he fears: the Valentines. Can Riku overcome this poison? Can The RAIN ...
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Session 113: Escape from Lacittàdeiragni
The RAIN must now escape the city and finally rid themselves of the Drow. Will they be able to escape unseen and unharmed? Will the Valentines stop them from leaving? Can The RAIN help the others in the city?
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Session 112: The RAIN v. Matron Zesstra (Battle)
As The RAIN escapes House Toulan, they head to House Zephroth to end Matron Zesstra for The White Fox's deal. It seems the deal is pretty off with Matron Chathi, revealing she also wants the Soul Shard. But Riku still has his honor, if not for ...
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Session 111: Not All Are Lucky
Not all of The RAIN can be as lucky as Ishi. While he has some fun, the others must use his distraction to their advantage. What is Ishi up to? How is Nadia going to save herself? And where did those come from?
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Session 110.5: Talking Beyond - The Under Arc
In this special episode, we have David (DM) joined by The RAIN: Riku (Will), Airis (Cesar), Ishi (Kelley), and Nadia (Sam), summarizing and sharing their thoughts about the campaign and episodes 101 through 110 of Beyond 1st Level. Use this epi...
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Session 110: The Snake and the Fox
Triel of House Zephroth sees who is really with whom and how the RAIN isn't as subservient as the Drow thought. Just a few hours after being sold, they are ready to bring the drow city and all of its houses crashing down. Will the RAIN be able ...
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