Tale of The Manticore, a Dark Fantasy Dungeons & Dragons Audiodrama
Tale Of The ManticoreTale of the Manticore is a hybrid between a dark fantasy audio drama and a solo D&D RPG. The dice make all the important decisions and, as a writer, my job is to interpret them and tell their story. Part fiction, part game, it’s the story where ”Chaos rolls.”Become a supporter of this podcast: www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--627687... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 264 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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Silver Sleepers: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama. I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR). This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.
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Bellario: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama. I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR). This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.
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Eyes Sharp: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama. I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR). This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.
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Surprise Attack: Tale of the Manticore is a hybrid solo-actualplay D&D game and full production audiodrama. I use Dungeons & Dragons B/X (OSR). This is a dark fantasy tale made for a mature audience.
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- Love the show, but…
Amazing listen to all 3 seasons, but I feel it’s getting a bit predictable. You can almost call the dice rolls at this point and the main characters never really feel like they in danger of being killed off any longer. Regardless I will continue to listen because the narrative is amazing. I just miss the unpredictable that was the first season. Maybe kill them off a bit more. I know back in the Day my DM’s were ruthless and unforgiving. Thanks for all you do man. Keep up the good work.
Apple Podcasts5Wafflegod87
United Statesa month ago Tale of the Manticore is exactly what I wanted in an actual play podcast. The mixture of game mechanics and storytelling seamlessly blend to create an addicting listening experience. I have essentially binge listened to the first two seasons and am now charging through season three.
Gameplay and dice rolls lead the story in directions I would never expect and I find myself reacting out loud to a bad roll or a close battle. This show has inspired my own DMing and has tempted me to start soloplay... more
Podcast Addict5a month agoMoseroth- There are no words to describe who Awesome
The title says it all … if you are looking for a great RPG Story, a AudioDrama with soul, dice and chaos. A flash back to your youth or a resurrection of something that you had forgotten then Tale of the Manticore is for you. Season 1,2 or 3 are simple A* mazing. Thank you Jon for creating it.
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United Kingdoma month ago - Nat 20!!!
I don’t normally write reviews, but I couldn’t wait any longer. I flew through season 1 when the first episode got me hooked. Took a break to let it all set in. ( the deaths of season one rocked my world. ) I just finished season 2 and am now starting season 3. You have inspired me to not only begin my own solo play OSR, but to also finished my own game and begin working on a table top system for the unique universe I’ve been working on. You are the best podcast I have ever had the pleasure of l... more
Apple Podcasts5UmbraTheVoidUnited States2 months ago Jon at TotM has done something really special. He’s taken the best story craft arcs, dramatic interplay, flair, and extensive world building from the fantasy genre and removed all the extraneous visual noise and goofy nonsense that contemporary storytellers may use. No flashy sights or loud personalities, only curated stories and sounds. Add in home-brewed, well-managed canon and lore, and wrap it in an incredibly popular imaginary game of chance and he’s concocted something so riveting and insp... more
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Apple Podcasts | #67 | United States/Leisure/Games |
Apple Podcasts | #174 | United Kingdom/Leisure/Games |
Apple Podcasts | #248 |  Canada/Leisure/Games |
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Apple Podcasts | #244 |  Australia/Leisure/Games |
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A dark fantasy D&D audiodrama that blends narrative storytelling with solo RPG mechanics, where the outcome of dice rolls drives the plot and the narrator interprets them. Episodes center on perilous journeys, moral choices, and character arcs, often featuring deep worldbuilding, dramatic battles, and behind-the-scenes commentary from the creator. The show is highly praised for its immersive old-school vibe, intricate lore, and high production quality, making it a strong fit for listeners who love solo RPGs, atmospheric fantasy, and narrative-driven games. Unique strengths include the seamless integration of dice-driven outcomes with narrative progression and regular creator insights that offer a window into storytelling and game design for... more
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