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The Between
Brindlewood Bay
Trophy Gold
Roleplaying Games
Public Access
Hargrave House
Character Development
The Vast Of Night
Game Mechanics
Pizza Time
American Playbook
The Undeniable
Trophy RPG
Arkham Herald
Cinematic Gameplay
Werewolf
Penny Dreadful
Red Rooms
Carved From Brindlewood
Trophy Dark

The Darkened Threshold is a tabletop roleplaying game podcast about the mystery and horror genres, with a specific focus on the games Brindlewood Bay and The Between

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes49Founded4 years ago
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Latest Episodes

This is the first in our series of episodes looking at the new playbooks coming to The Between as part of Shadow Society, this time about The Legacy.

Come hangout with Alex and Jason on Discord!

Our friends at PlusOneXP are doing a crowdfunding campaign for three short-form Carved from Brindlewood games: By Endurance We Conquer, Beach Blanket Body Bag, and DEAD-PILLED! Jason sat down with Tony Vasinda to discuss these three games, the design... more

Alex and Jason talk about some games they've been playing, and then discuss the topic, the State of Carved from Brindlewood. They finish with some media recs!

Come hangout with Alex and Jason on Discord!

Alex and Jason begin by talking about some games they've been playing, and then dive into the topic: The Trophy Gold Combat Roll Part 3: MONSTERS! They finish with some media recs.

Come hangout with Alex and Jason on Discord!

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Recent Guests

Tony Vasinda
Chief alchemist at PlusOneXP, collaborator on Brindleverse projects
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Jason Cordova
Designer of The Between and co-host on other Gauntlet podcasts
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Host

Jason Cordova
Host who guides discussion and helps frame design and campaign-oriented conversations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Killer stuff!

    I love this show! Always insightful and animated, I really enjoy tuning in every week to hear about this unique branch off the PbtA tree. Public Access *rules*!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Plushykat
    United States2 years ago

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Some episodes highlighted for actionable advice on session openings and keeper tooling.
Praise for cross-title discussions and ecosystem-building around indie RPGs.
Positive: listeners praise thoughtful design analysis and practical tips for running games.
Listeners often mention high energy and clear explanations that help both players and GMs.

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Apple Podcasts
#169
Italy/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#11
Russia/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#68
Russia/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#118
Finland/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#127
Ukraine/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#231
Norway/Leisure/Hobbies

Talking Points

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By Endurance We Conquer
Q: What makes By Endurance We Conquer different from other tabletop RPGs?
The focus on short, immersive experiences and the shared resource mechanics aim to enhance group storytelling and create a more intense emotional connection.
By Endurance We Conquer
Q: What is the premise of the game By Endurance We Conquer?
It revolves around a group of polar explorers who get trapped in ice and must navigate both the harsh environment and supernatural elements to uncover the mystery of their missing captain.

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What is The Darkened Threshold about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A bite-sized look at mystery and horror RPGs, with heavy emphasis on design philosophy, world-building, and how to run tense, story-driven sessions. Typical episodes explore systems like Brindlewood Bay and The Between, discussing episode design, keeper tooling, crowdfunding campaigns for related games, and practical tips for running investigations, conspiracies, and cinematic moments at the table. Fans tend to value clear guidance, design rationale, and real-play examples that help them craft memorable scenes and campaigns. A standout is how discussions frequently bridge game design with community-driven ecosystems, including crossovers with related titles and collaborative projects, making it appealing for both players and Keepers seeking... more

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The Darkened Threshold launched 4 years ago and published 49 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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