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Critical Hit: A Major Spoilers Real Play RPG Podcast

Major Spoilers Entertainment
World War II
Cosmic Horror
Achtung Cthulhu
Miskatonic University
Holiday Shopping
New York
Nazism
Shoggoth
Dunwich
Arkham
Jazz
Shoggoths
Belladonna
Albany, New York
2D20 System
Necronomicon
Fraternity Parties
Magic
Evelyn Carter
Barlow

Follow along and have some fun, in one of the longest running Real Play Podcasts.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes832Founded16 years ago
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In this installment of Critical Hit - A Major Spoilers Podcast: Toby and his monsters enter the ring one more time! Will it be a huge victory or a defeat at the hands of Nadia?

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In this installment of Critical Hit - A Major Spoilers Podcast: Samuel takes on Carrie and her slime monsters.

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In this installment of Critical Hit - A Major Spoilers Podcast: Toby and Narcissus compete to remain in the tournament!

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In this installment of Critical Hit - A Major Spoilers Podcast: What happens to those who didn't win in the first round? Garak is about to find out!

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Recent Guests

Hedy Lamarr
Famed actress and inventor
Episode: Critical Hit #747: Section M HQ (PANS01E60)
Alexander Ward Gray
Viscount of Tauton and creator of Section M
Section M
Episode: Critical Hit #747: Section M HQ (PANS01E60)
Admiral Graham Grimmel
Admiral of the British Navy
British Navy
Episode: Critical Hit #747: Section M HQ (PANS01E60)
Sally Armitage
Daughter of Dr. Armitage, knowledgeable about Shoggoths
Miskatonic University
Episode: Critical Hit #731: Homecoming - Epilogue (PANS01E44)

Host

Stephen Schleicher
Producer and editor of the podcast, involved in multiple roles including hosting and game moderation.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.1k ratings
  • Strong storytelling

    The pod has terrific story-telling. The group know how to play each game (for the most part) but more importantly, they are great collaborators. Rodrigo in particular is other level as both a player and especially as a game master. Really enjoy this. Matthew can be challenging at times but it’s all part of the whole.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dileep Rao
    United States7 months ago
  • Literally my favorite podcast

    This is by far my favorite actual play podcast, I am currently listening to the “Shadow of the Demon Lord” campaign and I love it very much! Also the audio quality is amazing! I sometimes listen to help inspire my own campaigns (I’m a DM by the way) and just love the comedic humor but also mixed with the seriousness of the plot. I would give this podcast ten stars if I could. And even if I could, ten stars would still not be enough. Also for any new listeners out there YOU SHOULD DEFINITELY LIS... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Agent Vex
    United States9 months ago
  • Absolutely amazing show!!!

    This show is absolutely amazing, it is funny and informative and helps me get through my longs days of otherwise boring work, I’m at episode 96 of the celestial crusade, but I’m making my way through at a quick pace. Thanks so much for all you do, keep up the good work!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Qwexly
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best podcast

    Podcast Addict
    5
    rlord86
    a year ago
  • Question soon

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KAAHHNNN
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Terrific storytelling with a strong group dynamic.
Humor and camaraderie stand out, making it enjoyable.
The audio quality is excellent and enhances the overall experience.
Highly recommended for D&D fans; engaging and entertaining.
Most episodes provide a balance of fun and serious moments.

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Apple Podcasts
#108
United States/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#197
Australia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#26
Chile/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#27
Netherlands/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#96
South Korea/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#100
Norway/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Critical Hit #799: Fire and Ice (and ghosts) (MWS01-E10)
Q: How does your character evolve during the match?
After being knocked out, Snickers transforms into an Opartid, which allows him to continue influencing the fight as a ghost.
Critical Hit #799: Fire and Ice (and ghosts) (MWS01-E10)
Q: What strategies did you use to manage your creatures in battle?
I focused on using their special abilities effectively while adapting to the random outcomes of dice rolls.
Critical Hit #796: The Junkyard (MWS01-E07)
Q: How do we research Dark Ritual?
Well, I have a book that might contain information, but I might need to find a library.
Critical Hit #796: The Junkyard (MWS01-E07)
Q: What do you think we're going to do today?
We need to go back and check on Rexo, but if there's nothing else around town, we should move on.
Critical Hit #726: Homecoming - Arkham, Mass (PANS01E39)
Q: What brings you to my office this late in the afternoon?
We had encountered while we were in Europe some very, very unusual fauna, and we were hoping you might have some insight for us.

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This podcast features an engaging real play experience centered around tabletop role-playing games, with a focus on narrative storytelling, character development, and strategic gameplay. The episodes showcase a variety of campaigns, from classic fantasy settings to inventive monster wrangling scenarios, combining humor with action-packed adventure. Players frequently engage in witty banter and creatively navigate challenges, highlighting both the complexities of gameplay and the lively dynamics among the cast. Notably, the podcast embraces a whimsical tone while exploring serious themes, allowing for both lighthearted interactions and poignant character arcs. The quality of audio and storytelling has drawn in listeners, making it a favorite... more

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