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No Quest for the Wicked

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Starfinder
Dura Sancta
Grimoire Of Shackles and Shattering
Tabletop Roleplaying Games
Noise Cave
Alpha
Copper Cutlasses
Hayden Wire
Tales Of the Valiant
Obsidian Council
Starfinder Second Edition
DJ Flutterboy
Julian Sterling
Cleo
Character Creation
Collaborative Storytelling
No Quest For the Wicked
Azen
Casamal
Dhura Sancta

Are you ready to rock? More importantly, are you ready to roll?! Welcome to No Quest for the Wicked, a story driven actual play podcast! Currently in our second campaign using Paizo’s sci-fi space opera system, Starfinder, in a homebrew setting. Starring Ryan Dwyer, Dain Miller and Niall Spain. Made in Canada!

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes167Founded5 years ago
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The boys sit down and talk about a new, upcoming game SINE. A sci-fi, dystopian system where Earth has fallen to a mysterious alien force that has slaughtered most of humanity and begun aggressively terraforming the planet. As strange new plants, l... more

As the rift between the Dream Team grows, a little time apart becomes an eye-opening experience. Flitwick has his powers honed by an enlightened guide. Vlyn blows off some steam.

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Face-to-face with the Wellspring Guardian, the Dream Team attempt to rescue the Cave Dweller Oracle so that they can get the answers to many of the threats that lie ahead. Vlyn breaks a rule. Flit accepts a final gift.

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The Dream Team ventures deeper into the caves, and into Kontra territory, with Toros in search of the missing Cave Dweller Oracle. Flit over-extends himself to protect Vlyn. Vlyn finds new ways to fight without using his powers.

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Recent Guests

Cai Kigawa
Voice actor and guest on the episode, participating as a principal player in the game world
No Quest for the Wicked (guest player)
Episode: FRONTIERS - Session 25: As Above, So Below (Part VII) (/w Cai K)
Kai Kagawa
Tabletop performer, game designer, and performer
Estella Vimladris (Transplaner RPGs)
Episode: FRONTIERS - Session 23: As Above, So Below (Part V) (/w Cai K)
Estella Vimladris
Tabletop performer, game designer, and consultant
Transplaner RPGs, The Chaos Protocol
Episode: FRONTIERS - Session 23: As Above, So Below (Part V) (/w Cai K)
Kai Kay
Guest actor, previously featured on Tales of the Valiant
Estella Vimladris / Transplanar RPG (actor)
Episode: FRONTIERS - Session 22: As Above, So Below (Part IV) (/w Cai K)
Cleo Sterling
Daughter of Lionel Sterling, involved in the nightclub conspiracy.
Episode: FRONTIERS - Session 11: Beauty and the Beat (Part III)
Omega Jones
Professional actor and vocalist, tabletop designer, host and moderator
Episode: The Loom of Severed Strands - Session 0
Chris Tung
Co-founder of PinkCity.ca and producer/editor of Super Journey Dudes
PinkCity.ca
Episode: Eldritch Automata: Heart of Entropy - Session Zero

Hosts

Cai Kigawa
Host of No Quest for the Wicked; Canadian creator
Ryan Dwyer
Co-host of No Quest for the Wicked; leads discussion and gameplay

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 149 ratings
  • Loving this! The story sounds really interesting and the characters are just awesome! Gonna miss boomer though!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Svardstrom
    a year ago
  • Great!

    Easy to listen to, clear sound. Seems like a good group of guys who have fun with each other and are kind. I appreciate the introduction which orients those unfamiliar to the layout of the game and what to expect.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anom652147
    United States2 years ago
  • Absolutely entraining pod, the crew is fun, the players have a great report, all around worth the listen.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    DoubleDeckerTacoWeMissYou
    2 years ago
  • Incredible Actual Play

    Started listening a few weeks ago and have binged 26 episodes because I can't stop listening. DM Dain is weaving an incredibly rich story and all three players have created complex, multi-dimensional characters with emotional depth that are impossible not to root for.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kbbaus27
    United States2 years ago
  • Like Starfinder but can’t find a decent SF podcast?

    I used to be like you. I tried to listen to a lot of Starfinder podcasts, but most of them just…weren’t great. When I tell you that this is a good podcast, I mean it’s a GOOD podcast. This show is to Starfinder what Critical Role and Dimension 20 are to Dungeons and Dragons. If you listen to this show and don’t want to play Starfinder, there might be something wrong with you.

    For starters, Dain, the DM, weaves an incredible story with lots of twists and turns while painting an unforgettable pic... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    audiomodder
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise the high production value and tight group chemistry.
The show is frequently recommended for fans of Starfinder and sci-fi actual plays.
Many appreciate the accessibility for newcomers and the meaningful in-world world-building.
Fans highlight the deep storytelling and emotional depth of the protagonists.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

FRONTIERS - Session 16: Beauty and the Beat (Part VIII)
Q: What do you mean by 'Julienned' in the context of the crowd?
Cleo indicates that many people in the audience have already fallen under the mind control or influence of Julian Sterling's scheme, creating a dangerous environment for the characters.
FRONTIERS - Session 10: Beauty and the Beat (Part II)
Q: Do you believe she's innocent, Armand?
I believe in my husband's judge of character. Excellent.
FRONTIERS - Session 3: A New Page (Part III)
Q: How can we get you more data?
Oswald suggests possibly summoning a demon but has had no success with that method so far.
FRONTIERS - Session 3: A New Page (Part III)
Q: Do you think your friend is still in the book?
Oswald expresses concern that his friend's soul may be trapped within the book.
FRONTIERS - Session 2: A New Page (Part II)
Q: What do you need to know about the jumpsuit and the purple stone?
Madden reveals that without the knowledge about the purple jumpsuit, they cannot move forward.

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A story-driven actual-play podcast set in a homebrew Starfinder universe, featuring cinematic space-adventure, tactical combat, and character-driven diplomacy. Episodes focus on high-stakes missions, complex loyalties, and dramatic turnabouts as crews navigate multi-arc threats, planetary crises, and enigmatic powers. Notable strengths include strong party chemistry, polished production with music and sound design, and a history of cross-promotion through guest appearances and sponsor reads that broaden the campaign universe.

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