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The Badlands - Ep. 66: The Flame's Absolution

As Courtois enacts her plot against the gala, the Twin River Trio find they must fight a battle to end a war. Wyatt wakes a king. Salome calms things down. Hayden faces their foe. CW: Gunshots, explosions, violence in crowds, dehumanizing language, religious violence, war and military occupation Join us on Patreon and get early access to future merch drops as well as our after-show talkback, Mage Hand Down Low. Merch is now available now at magehandhighfive.com/store! Leave us a review; if you do, we may shout you out on the show! DM: Casey Papas Salome: Rowan McStay Hayden: Robin Langenhop Wyatt: Max Weinberg Original Music by Jacob Kerzner Additional Music from Epidemic Sound Edited by Casey Papas, Rowan McStay, and Robin Langenhop Sound design by Rowan McStay and Casey Papas Cover art and logos by Shane Smith magehandhighfive.com Follow your new third-favorite actual play podcast on our socials: Discord Facebook Instagram TikTok Bluesky Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network.

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(Patreon Preview) Mage Hand Down Low: The Badlands - Ep. 65: Undying

Join our Lore Librarians as we chat about The Badlands - Ep. 65: Undying. The gang discuss Fell's book series, the Final Boss of the Patriarchy, and that moment, you know it... you don't really like it, but you know it... If you want more content like this, Join us on Patreon where you can find talkbacks like this for every episode we do. Music by Jacob Kerzner Edited by Max Weinberg Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network

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The Badlands - Ep. 65: Undying

With time running out and enemies on all sides, the Twin River Trio enact a risky plan to distract a dangerous foe. Hayden pulls rank. Wyatt shakes things up. Salome witnesses a coronation. CW: childhood abuse and neglect, domestic violence, murder, gunfire and gun violence, stabbing, child death (mentioned), death/grief Join us on Patreon and get early access to future merch drops as well as our after-show talkback, Mage Hand Down Low. Merch is now available now at magehandhighfive.com/store! Leave us a review; if you do, we may shout you out on the show! DM: Casey Papas Salome: Rowan McStay Hayden: Robin Langenhop Wyatt: Max Weinberg Original Music by Jacob Kerzner Additional Music from Epidemic Sound Edited by Rowan McStay and Robin Langenhop Sound design by Rowan McStay and Casey Papas Cover art and logos by Shane Smith magehandhighfive.com Follow your new third-favorite actual play podcast on our socials: Discord Facebook Instagram TikTok Bluesky Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network.

(Patreon Preview) Mage Hand Down Low: The Badlands - Ep. 64: Ring Bearer

Join our Lore Librarians as we chat about the Badlands - Ep. 64: Ring Bearer. The gang remembers Gary, try cutting Hayden off, and calculate Titus' moisture level. If you want more content like this, Join us on Patreon where you can find talkbacks like this for every episode we do. Music by Jacob Kerzner Edited by Max Weinberg Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network

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The Badlands - Ep. 64: Ring Bearer

Faced with a masquerade of secrets, the Twin River Trio follow their separate leads, hoping to uncover the conspiracy within. Wyatt witnesses an unexpected alliance. Salome seeks out Threed’s opposition leader. Hayden keeps tabs on a killer. CW - War/military occupation, underage drinking, mention of murder Join us on Patreon and get early access to future merch drops as well as our after-show talkback, Mage Hand Down Low. Merch is now available now at magehandhighfive.com/store! Leave us a review; if you do, we may shout you out on the show! DM: Casey Papas Salome: Rowan McStay Hayden: Robin Langenhop Wyatt: Max Weinberg Original Music by Jacob Kerzner Music: “Scott, James - Grace & Beauty (1909) - Arranged for Strings” by Gregor Quendel / Classicals.de Source: https://www.classicals.de License Terms: Commercial License Music: “Cobb, George L. - Procrastination Rag (1927)” by Gregor Quendel / Classicals.de Source: https://www.classicals.de License Terms: Commercial License Music: “Cooper, Alfred H. - Dimples and Smiles (1913)” by Gregor Quendel / Classicals.de Source: https://www.classicals.de License Terms: Commercial License Music: “Jones, Clarence - Wild Grapes Rag (1910)” by Gregor Quendel / Classicals.de Source: https://www.classicals.de License Terms: Commercial License Music: “Mills, Kerry - Ragtime Dance (1909) - Arranged for Strings” by Gregor Quendel / Classicals.de Source: https://www.classicals.de License Terms: Commercial License Music: “McKray, Ethel M. - Dreamy Rag (1912) - Arranged for Strings” by Gregor Quendel / Classicals.de Source: https://www.classicals.de License Terms: Commercial License Music: “Carreno, Teresa - Gottschalk Waltz - Solo Piano” by Gregor Quendel / Classicals.de Source: https://www.classicals.de License Terms: Commercial License Muisc: “Grande Valse Brillante, Opus 18” by Frederic Chopin / Classicals.de Recorded, produced, and published by: Gregor Quendel The arrangements are based on the midi notes by: Bernd Krueger (www.piano-midi.de) Source: https://www.classicals.de License Terms: CC BY-SA 4.0 Muisc: “16 Waltzes, Op. 39” by Johannes Brahms / Classicals.de Performed by: Martha Goldstein Publisher: The Pandora / Goldstein Archive Source: https://www.classicals.de License Terms: CC BY-SA 4.0 Additional Music from Epidemic Sound Edited by Rowan McStay and Robin Langenhop Sound design by Rowan McStay Cover art and logos by Shane Smith magehandhighfive.com Follow your new third-favorite actual play podcast on our socials: Discord Facebook Instagram TikTok Bluesky Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network.

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(Patreon Preview) Mage Hand Down Low: The Badlands - Ep. 63: Masquerade

Please enjoy this preview of the talkback for episode 63: Masquerade! Join our Lore Librarians as we chat about The Badlands - Ep. 63: Masquerade. The gang picks karaoke go-tos, reflect on personal murderous growth, and Max takes an L. If you want more content like this, Join us on Patreon where you can find talkbacks like this for every episode we do. Music by Jacob Kerzner Edited by Max Weinberg Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network

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The Badlands - Ep. 63: Masquerade

Our heroes arrive in Threed and get ready for a night out behind enemy lines. Wyatt takes dance lessons. Salome helps the others accessorize. Hayden takes a risky bet. CW - War/military occupation, underage drinking, xenophobia Join us on Patreon and get early access to future merch drops as well as our after-show talkback, Mage Hand Down Low. Merch is now available now at magehandhighfive.com/store! Leave us a review; if you do, we may shout you out on the show! DM: Casey Papas Salome: Rowan McStay Hayden: Robin Langenhop Wyatt: Max Weinberg Music by Jacob Kerzner Edited by Rowan McStay and Robin Langenhop Sound design by Rowan McStay Cover art and logos by Shane Smith magehandhighfive.com Follow your new third-favorite actual play podcast on our socials: Discord Facebook Instagram TikTok Bluesky Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network.

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The Badlands - Ep. 62: Gunsmoke and Ghost Towns

The Twin River Trio finally begins the long journey back to where it all began: Threed. Salome has a dangerously close call. Hayden meets a new little buddy. Wyatt finds traces of Stuhmp. CWs: Domestic violence (intimidation, threatening, control), gunshot/gun violence, war, military occupation Join us on Patreon and get early access to future merch drops as well as our after-show talkback, Mage Hand Down Low. Merch is now available now at magehandhighfive.com/store! Leave us a review; if you do, we may shout you out on the show! DM: Casey Papas Salome: Rowan McStay Hayden: Robin Langenhop Wyatt: Max Weinberg Music by Jacob Kerzner Edited by Rowan McStay and Robin Langenhop Sound design by Rowan McStay Cover art and logos by Shane Smith magehandhighfive.com Follow your new third-favorite actual play podcast on our socials: Discord Facebook Instagram TikTok Bluesky Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network.

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The Threed Daily Herald Presents: Stoking the Flames of War! (Arc 5 Recap)

Breaking news! We at the Threed Daily Herald are continuing our inexhaustible coverage of the depravity nestled deep in the heart of the Badlands. In this week's segment, we will answer such questions as: What wicked occult practitioners are still active in the Badlands? What becomes of those who seek justice for criminals? And where can I go to see the city's most influential people in their finest fashions? Follow along as we answer these questions and more. Expert reporting by Rod Derring, the most trusted name in news. This broadcast is sponsored by the Jameson Company — Jameson: Dependable, the way family should be. Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network

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The Badlands - Ep. 61: Bombardment

As our heroes steel themselves for the journey to Threed, Director Shift seeks to remedy a citywide morale crisis with a tournament of Twin River’s most beautiful game. Salome loses trust in an ally. Hayden sees an old friend in a new light. Wyatt gets a rematch with a mentor. CWs: War, military occupation, brief mention of grief, heavy drinking, violence Join us on Patreon and get early access to future merch drops as well as our after-show talkback, Mage Hand Down Low. Merch is now available now at magehandhighfive.com/store! Leave us a review; if you do, we may shout you out on the show! DM: Casey Papas Salome: Rowan McStay Hayden: Robin Langenhop Wyatt: Max Weinberg Music by Jacob Kerzner Edited by Rowan McStay and Robin Langenhop Sound design by Rowan McStay, additional sound design by Casey Papas Cover art and logos by Shane Smith magehandhighfive.com Follow your new third-favorite actual play podcast on our socials: Discord Facebook Instagram TikTok Bluesky Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network

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The Badlands - Ep. 60: Office Hours at the Big Bun

The Twin River Trio gather their family and friends together to make plans and mend fences. Wyatt learns his parents' secret. Hayden plays peacemaker. Salome comes clean. Content Warning: war and military occupation, parental neglect (mentioned), self destructiveness/suicidal ideation (mentioned), loud gunshot Join us on Patreon and get early access to future merch drops as well as our after-show talkback, Mage Hand Down Low. Merch is now available now at magehandhighfive.com/store! Leave us a review; if you do, we may shout you out on the show! DM: Casey Papas Salome: Rowan McStay Hayden: Robin Langenhop Wyatt: Max Weinberg Music by Jacob Kerzner Edited by Rowan McStay and Robin Langenhop Sound design by Rowan McStay, additional sound design by Casey Papas Cover art and logos by Shane Smith magehandhighfive.com Follow your new third-favorite actual play podcast on our socials: Discord Facebook Instagram TikTok Bluesky Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network

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The Badlands - Ep. 59: The Drums of War

Reunited at last, our heroes debrief after their time alone in the Pit and return home amidst rapidly rising political tensions. Hayden comes clean about an old betrayal. Wyatt prepares for a long-awaited confrontation. Salome seeks leverage for the fight against Threed. Content Warning: war and military occupation, grief (mentioned), for-profit prison, political assassination (mentioned) Join us on Patreon and get early access to future merch drops as well as our after-show talkback, Mage Hand Down Low. Merch is now available now at magehandhighfive.com/store! Leave us a review; if you do, we may shout you out on the show! DM: Casey Papas Salome: Rowan McStay Hayden: Robin Langenhop Wyatt: Max Weinberg Music by Jacob Kerzner Edited by Rowan McStay and Robin Langenhop Sound design by Rowan McStay Cover art and logos by Shane Smith magehandhighfive.com Follow your new third-favorite actual play podcast on our socials: Discord Facebook Instagram TikTok Bluesky Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network

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The Dice Cabinet: Balance in the Spice

In the newest episode of The Dice Cabinet, Secretary of Spice, Max Weinberg, is joined by some of coolest people in the TTRPG industry to take on their spiciest takes. Today's Cabinet includes: Linnie Schell (They/Them), Secretary of Collaboration — Twice Rolled Elliot Davis (He/Him), Secretary of Sadness — More Blueberries, Talk of the Table Join us on Patreon and get early access to future merch drops as well as our after-show talkback, Mage Hand Down Low. Merch is now available now at magehandhighfive.com/store! Leave us a review; if you do, we may shout you out on the show! Music by Jacob Kerzner Edited by Max Weinberg Cover art by Robin Langenhop magehandhighfive.com Follow your new third-favorite actual play podcast on our socials: Discord Facebook Instagram TikTok Bluesky Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network

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Legends of Mahl - Ep. 5: All for One and One for Mahl

The battle for King's Court's children is decided when a familiar foe rejoins the fray. Meanwhile, our heroes suspect a rat in their ranks. CW: Fantasy battles, kidnapping, mild swearing (PG level) Legends of Mahl: Treachery of the Rat King is sponsored by Nimble, a fast, tactical TTRPG. Back Nimble on Kickstarter now to pre-order discounted hard copies and PDFs of Nimble. Or, visit nimblerpg.com and get 20% off PDF versions of the game using code MHHF. See more of our incredible guest players Candace the Magnificent and Jenn de la Vega here. Join us on Patreon and get early access to future merch drops as well as our after-show talkback, Mage Hand Down Low. Merch is now available now at magehandhighfive.com/store! Leave us a review; if you do, we may shout you out on the show! Game Master: Casey Papas Siouxsie Slowfoot: Candace the Magnificent Lilah Oysterling: Jenn de la Vega Cinna the Bunn: Robin Langenhop Prince Henry Lightpaw: Rowan McStay Nimble Creator: Evan Diaz Mahl Theme by Jacob Kerzner Additional music from Epidemic Sound Edited by Rowan McStay and Robin Langenhop Sound design by Rowan McStay Cover art by @underpalewater (Fjell) Logo by Shane Smith magehandhighfive.com Follow your third-favorite actual play podcast on our socials: Discord Facebook Instagram Bluesky Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network

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The Badlands - Ep. 58: Conduit

As Boyd grows increasingly unstable, the Twin River Trio seek out a way to stop him without destroying the Fount (and themselves) in the process. Wyatt performs a familiar ritual. Hayden finds closure for a long-opened wound. Salome looks for a ledger. Content Warning: death/grief, violence, gunshots, explosions, suicidal ideation/low self worth, endangerment of a child, for-profit prisons, suggestive humor Join us on Patreon and get early access to future merch drops as well as our after-show talkback, Mage Hand Down Low. Merch is now available now at magehandhighfive.com/store! Leave us a review; if you do, we may shout you out on the show! DM: Casey Papas Salome: Rowan McStay Hayden: Robin Langenhop Wyatt: Max Weinberg Music by Jacob Kerzner Edited by Rowan McStay and Robin Langenhop Sound design by Rowan McStay Cover art and logos by Shane Smith magehandhighfive.com Follow your new third-favorite actual play podcast on our socials: Discord Facebook Instagram TikTok Bluesky Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network

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Legends of Mahl - Ep. 4: For King's Court! (Finale Part 1)

Having finally overtaken the Arcadians at Kiosk, our heroes begin a desperate battle for the children of King's Court. CW: Fantasy battles, kidnapping, mild swearing (PG level), arachnophobia/spiders Legends of Mahl: Treachery of the Rat King is sponsored by Nimble, a fast, tactical TTRPG. Back Nimble on Kickstarter now to pre-order discounted hard copies and PDFs of Nimble. Or, visit nimblerpg.com and get 20% off PDF versions of the game using code MHHF. See more of our incredible guest players Candace the Magnificent and Jenn de la Vega here. Join us on Patreon and get early access to future merch drops as well as our after-show talkback, Mage Hand Down Low. Merch is now available now at magehandhighfive.com/store! Leave us a review; if you do, we may shout you out on the show! Game Master: Casey Papas Siouxsie Slowfoot: Candace the Magnificent Lilah Oysterling: Jenn de la Vega Cinna the Bunn: Robin Langenhop Prince Henry Lightpaw: Rowan McStay Nimble Creator: Evan Diaz Mahl Theme by Jacob Kerzner Additional music from Epidemic Sound Edited by Rowan McStay and Robin Langenhop Sound design by Rowan McStay and Casey Papas Cover art by @underpalewater (Fjell) Logo by Shane Smith magehandhighfive.com Follow your third-favorite actual play podcast on our socials: Discord Facebook Instagram Bluesky Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network

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The Badlands - Ep. 57: Fallen

The fight for the Fount continues as each of our heroes takes on an adversary of their own. Wyatt takes to the sky. Salome shows Belinda her aura. Hayden uncovers the truth behind the Wraith. Content Warning: For-profit prisons, child endangerment, violence (gore/death), gunshots/gun violence, knives/stabbing, blood, self-destructive behavior. Join us on Patreon and get early access to future merch drops as well as our after-show talkback, Mage Hand Down Low. Merch is now available now at magehandhighfive.com/store! Leave us a review; if you do, we may shout you out on the show! DM: Casey Papas Salome: Rowan McStay Hayden: Robin Langenhop Wyatt: Max Weinberg Music by Jacob Kerzner Edited by Rowan McStay and Robin Langenhop Sound design by Rowan McStay Cover art and logos by Shane Smith magehandhighfive.com Follow your new third-favorite actual play podcast on our socials: Discord Facebook Instagram TikTok Bluesky Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network

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The Dice Cabinet: Sandbox of our Hearts

In the newest episode of The Dice Cabinet, Secretary of Spice, Max Weinberg, is joined by some of coolest people in the TTRPG industry to take on their spiciest takes. Today's Cabinet includes: Jasmine Malave (She/Her), Secretary of Taverns — Twenty Sided Tavern, Shenanigans Ensue Kenzie Tartaglione (She/Her), Secretary of Queer Media — Creator/Producer/Editor, QueeRPG Robin Langenhop (They/Them), Secretary of Thembos — Mage Hand High Five Join us on Patreon and get early access to future merch drops as well as our after-show talkback, Mage Hand Down Low. Merch is now available now at magehandhighfive.com/store! Leave us a review; if you do, we may shout you out on the show! Music by Jacob Kerzner Edited by Max Weinberg Cover art by Robin Langenhop magehandhighfive.com Follow your new third-favorite actual play podcast on our socials: Discord Facebook Instagram TikTok Bluesky Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network

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Legends of Mahl - Ep. 3: War-Bringer of Kiosk

After narrowly escaping Dreadwing, our heroes must brave the Daytime Mahl and reach Kiosk in time to intercept the Arcadians. CW: Fantasy battles, kidnapping, undead animals, cat and rodent skeletons, arachnophobia/spiders Legends of Mahl: Treachery of the Rat King is sponsored by Nimble, a fast, tactical TTRPG. Back Nimble on Kickstarter now to pre-order discounted hard copies and PDFs of Nimble. Or, visit nimblerpg.com and get 20% off PDF versions of the game using code MHHF. See more of our incredible guest players Candace the Magnificent and Jenn de la Vega here. Join us on Patreon and get early access to future merch drops as well as our after-show talkback, Mage Hand Down Low. Merch is now available now at magehandhighfive.com/store! Leave us a review; if you do, we may shout you out on the show! Game Master: Casey Papas Siouxsie Slowfoot: Candace the Magnificent Lilah Oysterling: Jenn de la Vega Cinna the Bunn: Robin Langenhop Prince Henry Lightpaw: Rowan McStay Nimble Creator: Evan Diaz Mahl Theme by Jacob Kerzner Additional music from Epidemic Sound Edited by Rowan McStay and Robin Langenhop Sound design by Rowan McStay and Casey Papas Cover art by @underpalewater (Fjell) Logo by Shane Smith magehandhighfive.com Follow your third-favorite actual play podcast on our socials: Discord Facebook Instagram Bluesky Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network

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The Badlands - Ep. 56: Fire With Fire

The Twin River Trio gather in the Pit for one last game as Boyd gets his chance to play god. Salome reaches for the gun. Hayden stokes the Flame. Wyatt summons a steed. Content Warning: For-profit prisons, forced combat, child endangerment, violence (gore/death), gunshots/gun violence, gun fired into a crowd, knives/stabbing. Join us on Patreon and get early access to future merch drops as well as our after-show talkback, Mage Hand Down Low. Merch is now available now at magehandhighfive.com/store! Leave us a review; if you do, we may shout you out on the show! DM: Casey Papas Salome: Rowan McStay Hayden: Robin Langenhop Wyatt: Max Weinberg Music by Jacob Kerzner Edited by Rowan McStay and Robin Langenhop Sound design by Rowan McStay Cover art and logos by Shane Smith magehandhighfive.com Follow your new third-favorite actual play podcast on our socials: Discord Facebook Instagram TikTok Bluesky Mage Hand High Five is a member of the Many Sided Media network

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