Rolling with Difficulty

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Per Aspera Season 3 Episode 10: “Caged Hearts” Mar 17, 2023

Show notes

CONTENT WARNING: Character Death, Trauma, Violence

Undertaking their greatest (and somehow silliest) mission yet, the crew prepares to delve into the Gith prison in search of the former crew of the Per Aspera. They've gathered all the aid they can, planned as far as foreseeable, all that is left, is to set sail...
---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!---

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Cast:
Dungeon Master - Austin Funk
Twitter: @atthefunk
The Set's Journal of Faerun: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/345568/The-Sets-Journal-of-Faerun-Vol-1?term=the+set

Kyana - OSP Red
Twitter: @OSPyoutube
Instagram: @overly.sarcastic.productions
Overly Sarcastic Productions: https://www.youtube.com/c/OverlySarcasticProductionsChannel/

Dani - Sophia Ricciardi
Twitter: @sophie_kay_
Instagram: @_sophie_kay
Moviestruck: https://moviestruck.transistor.fm/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/moviestruck

Finbar - Wally
Instagram: @stuckinspace
Twitter: @walpoleinspace
Portfolio: https://ghost_astronaut.artstation.com/

VR-LA - Noir
Twitter: @NoirGalaxies

Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address:
Austin Funk
1314 5th Ave
PO Box #1163
Bay Shore NY 11706

Campaign Art by @stuckinspace

Music by: Dominic Ricciardi
https://soundcloud.com/dominicricciardimusic
Featured Tracks:
Rolling with Difficulty Theme
Big Downtime
Big Battle
Piano
Tense Moment
Rolling, Possibly with a Bit of Difficulty

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We're Level Ten! Mar 14, 2023

Show notes

We're level 10! Dani is so so weak! Kyana rolls the nice number! VR-LA is making some bold changes! Finbar completes his arc! Austin does not actually "hate Matt Mercer", we're all Critical Role fans too guys! Come listen for all the specifics of how our crew is growing mechanically!
---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!---

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Rolling with Difficulty Discord:
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Cast:
Dungeon Master - Austin Funk
Twitter: @atthefunk
The Set's Journal of Faerun: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/345568/The-Sets-Journal-of-Faerun-Vol-1?term=the+set

Kyana - OSP Red
Twitter: @OSPyoutube
Instagram: @overly.sarcastic.productions
Overly Sarcastic Productions: https://www.youtube.com/c/OverlySarcasticProductionsChannel/

Dani - Sophia Ricciardi
Twitter: @sophie_kay_
Instagram: @_sophie_kay
Moviestruck: https://moviestruck.transistor.fm/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/moviestruck

Finbar - Wally
Instagram: @stuckinspace
Twitter: @walpoleinspace
Portfolio: https://ghost_astronaut.artstation.com/

VR-LA - Noir
Twitter: @NoirGalaxies

Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address:
Austin Funk
1314 5th Ave
PO Box #1163
Bay Shore NY 11706

Campaign Art by @stuckinspace

Music by: Dominic Ricciardi
https://soundcloud.com/dominicricciardimusic

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Per Aspera Season 3 Episode 9: “Rematch” Mar 10, 2023

Show notes

At the site of their greatest defeat, the crew returns renewed, stronger, and ready to face off against the Gish warrior Endellion. Are their preparations enough? Or will this encounter turn foul faster than the first?
---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!---

Thank you to World Anvil for sponsoring today's adventure! Use code PLUG at checkout for 40% off yearly membership:
https://worldanvil.com/?c=rwd

Cast:
Dungeon Master - Austin Funk
Twitter: @atthefunk
The Set's Journal of Faerun: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/345568/The-Sets-Journal-of-Faerun-Vol-1?term=the+set

Kyana - OSP Red
Twitter: @OSPyoutube
Instagram: @overly.sarcastic.productions
Overly Sarcastic Productions: https://www.youtube.com/c/OverlySarcasticProductionsChannel/

Dani - Sophia Ricciardi
Twitter: @sophie_kay_
Instagram: @_sophie_kay
Moviestruck: https://moviestruck.transistor.fm/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/moviestruck

Finbar - Wally
Instagram: @stuckinspace
Twitter: @walpoleinspace
Portfolio: https://ghost_astronaut.artstation.com/

VR-LA - Noir
Twitter: @NoirGalaxies

Campaign Art by @stuckinspace

Music by: Dominic Ricciardi
https://soundcloud.com/dominicricciardimusic
Featured Tracks:
Rolling with Difficulty Theme
Big Downtime
City of Brass
City of Doors
Tense Moment
Rolling, Possibly with a Bit of Difficulty

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Per Aspera Season 3 Episode 8: “Elemental Exterminators” Mar 03, 2023

Show notes

Preparing for a rematch with an old foe, the crew splits up to check a few to-dos off their lists. Returning for the clockwork staff and visiting a familiar face in Limbo, each half of the party will find themselves facing...unique, challenges.
---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!---

Thank you to World Anvil for sponsoring today's adventure! Use code PLUG at checkout for 40% off yearly membership:
https://worldanvil.com/?c=rwd

Cast:
Dungeon Master - Austin Funk
Twitter: @atthefunk
The Set's Journal of Faerun: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/345568/The-Sets-Journal-of-Faerun-Vol-1?term=the+set

Kyana - OSP Red
Twitter: @OSPyoutube
Instagram: @overly.sarcastic.productions
Overly Sarcastic Productions: https://www.youtube.com/c/OverlySarcasticProductionsChannel/

Dani - Sophia Ricciardi
Twitter: @sophie_kay_
Instagram: @_sophie_kay
Moviestruck: https://moviestruck.transistor.fm/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/moviestruck

Finbar - Wally
Instagram: @stuckinspace
Twitter: @walpoleinspace
Portfolio: https://ghost_astronaut.artstation.com/

VR-LA - Noir
Twitter: @NoirGalaxies

Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address:
Austin Funk
1314 5th Ave
PO Box #1163
Bay Shore NY 11706

Campaign Art by @stuckinspace

Music by: Dominic Ricciardi
https://soundcloud.com/dominicricciardimusic
Featured Tracks:
Rolling with Difficulty Theme
Big Battle
Goof Trak
City of Doors
Tea Time
Piano

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Per Aspera Season 3 Episode 7: “Repercussions” Feb 24, 2023

Show notes

CONTENT WARNING: Intense Emotional Distress, Violence, Grief, Suicide

After a perilous journey and an unfulfilling ending, the crew limps to Sigil. Before they can regroup, they must deal with the ramifications of their choices. Secrets come out, new plans are laid, and the journey of the Per Aspera sets its next course.
---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!---

Thank you to World Anvil for sponsoring today's adventure! Use code PLUG at checkout for 40% off yearly membership:
https://worldanvil.com/?c=rwd

Cast:
Dungeon Master - Austin Funk
Twitter: @atthefunk
The Set's Journal of Faerun: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/345568/The-Sets-Journal-of-Faerun-Vol-1?term=the+set

Kyana - OSP Red
Twitter: @OSPyoutube
Instagram: @overly.sarcastic.productions
Overly Sarcastic Productions: https://www.youtube.com/c/OverlySarcasticProductionsChannel/

Dani - Sophia Ricciardi
Twitter: @sophie_kay_
Instagram: @_sophie_kay
Moviestruck: https://moviestruck.transistor.fm/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/moviestruck

Finbar - Wally
Instagram: @stuckinspace
Twitter: @walpoleinspace
Portfolio: https://ghost_astronaut.artstation.com/

VR-LA - Noir
Twitter: @NoirGalaxies

Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address:
Austin Funk
1314 5th Ave
PO Box #1163
Bay Shore NY 11706

Campaign Art by @stuckinspace

Music by: Dominic Ricciardi
https://soundcloud.com/dominicricciardimusic
Featured Tracks:
Rolling with Difficulty Theme
Big Battle
Goof Trak
City of Doors
Big Downtime

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Season 3 Midseason Q&A Feb 23, 2023

Show notes

This episode originally aired as a YouTube Livestream!

The cast answers fan questions and chats the journey through the VR-LA season thus far!
---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!---

Thank you to World Anvil for sponsoring today's adventure! Use code PLUG at checkout for 40% off yearly membership:
https://worldanvil.com/?c=rwd

Cast:
Dungeon Master - Austin Funk
Twitter: @atthefunk
The Set's Journal of Faerun: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/345568/The-Sets-Journal-of-Faerun-Vol-1?term=the+set

Kyana - OSP Red
Twitter: @OSPyoutube
Instagram: @overly.sarcastic.productions
Overly Sarcastic Productions: https://www.youtube.com/c/OverlySarcasticProductionsChannel/

Dani - Sophia Ricciardi
Twitter: @sophie_kay_
Instagram: @_sophie_kay
Moviestruck: https://moviestruck.transistor.fm/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/moviestruck

Finbar - Wally
Instagram: @stuckinspace
Twitter: @walpoleinspace
Portfolio: https://ghost_astronaut.artstation.com/

VR-LA - Noir
Twitter: @NoirGalaxies

Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address:
Austin Funk
1314 5th Ave
PO Box #1163
Bay Shore NY 11706

Campaign Art by @stuckinspace

Music by: Dominic Ricciardi
https://soundcloud.com/dominicricciardimusic

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Per Aspera Season 3 Episode 6: “Ad Astra: Part 2” Feb 17, 2023

Show notes

Arriving at the Fugue Sea in Acheron, the crew begins their descent into the cube in search of the long-lost Ad Astra. Like much of the journey thus far, everything and everyone in this plane hinders their progress. Will they find the answers they seek?
---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!---

Thank you to World Anvil for sponsoring today's adventure! Use code PLUG at checkout for 40% off yearly membership:
https://worldanvil.com/?c=rwd

Thank you to special guest Dominic Noble!
Twitter: @Dominic_Noble
YouTube: youtube.com/c/thedom
Patreon: http://patreon.com/DomSmith

Cast:
Dungeon Master - Austin Funk
Twitter: @atthefunk
The Set's Journal of Faerun: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/345568/The-Sets-Journal-of-Faerun-Vol-1?term=the+set

Kyana - OSP Red
Twitter: @OSPyoutube
Instagram: @overly.sarcastic.productions
Overly Sarcastic Productions: https://www.youtube.com/c/OverlySarcasticProductionsChannel/

Dani - Sophia Ricciardi
Twitter: @sophie_kay_
Instagram: @_sophie_kay
Moviestruck: https://moviestruck.transistor.fm/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/moviestruck

Finbar - Wally
Instagram: @stuckinspace
Twitter: @walpoleinspace
Portfolio: https://ghost_astronaut.artstation.com/

VR-LA - Noir
Twitter: @NoirGalaxies

Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address:
Austin Funk
1314 5th Ave
PO Box #1163
Bay Shore NY 11706

Campaign Art by @stuckinspace

Music by: Dominic Ricciardi
https://soundcloud.com/dominicricciardimusic
Featured Tracks:
Rolling with Difficulty Theme
Big Battle
Drag Race
Tea Time
Downtime 3

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Per Aspera Season 3 Episode 5: “Ad Astra: Part 1” Feb 03, 2023

Show notes

Beginning their search for the Ad Astra, the crew descends into the second layer of Acheron. This journey promises endless encounters, difficulty challenges, and plenty of strife, luckily, they've got an unlikely ally awaiting them...
---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!---

Thank you to World Anvil for sponsoring today's adventure! Use code PLUG at checkout for 40% off yearly membership:
https://worldanvil.com/?c=rwd

Thank you to special guest Dominic Noble!
Twitter: @Dominic_Noble
YouTube: youtube.com/c/thedom
Patreon: http://patreon.com/DomSmith

Cast:
Dungeon Master - Austin Funk
Twitter: @atthefunk
The Set's Journal of Faerun: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/345568/The-Sets-Journal-of-Faerun-Vol-1?term=the+set

Kyana - OSP Red
Twitter: @OSPyoutube
Instagram: @overly.sarcastic.productions
Overly Sarcastic Productions: https://www.youtube.com/c/OverlySarcasticProductionsChannel/

Dani - Sophia Ricciardi
Twitter: @sophie_kay_
Instagram: @_sophie_kay
Moviestruck: https://moviestruck.transistor.fm/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/moviestruck

Finbar - Wally
Instagram: @stuckinspace
Twitter: @walpoleinspace
Portfolio: https://ghost_astronaut.artstation.com/

VR-LA - Noir
Twitter: @NoirGalaxies

Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address:
Austin Funk
1314 5th Ave
PO Box #1163
Bay Shore NY 11706

Campaign Art by @stuckinspace

Music by: Dominic Ricciardi
https://soundcloud.com/dominicricciardimusic
Featured Tracks:
Rolling with Difficulty Theme
Big Battle
Drag Race
Tea Time
Downtime 3

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Per Aspera Season 3 Episode 4: “Familiar Melodies” Jan 27, 2023

Show notes

With a new ally in tow, the crew heads to an old friend for guidance as they search for the second layer of Acheron. A heading in hand, they make for the plane of endless war, but not everyone they meet wants to see them safely to the scrapyard it seems...
---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!---

Thank you to World Anvil for sponsoring today's adventure! Use code PLUG at checkout for 40% off yearly membership:
https://worldanvil.com/?c=rwd

Cast:
Dungeon Master - Austin Funk
Twitter: @atthefunk
The Set's Journal of Faerun: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/345568/The-Sets-Journal-of-Faerun-Vol-1?term=the+set

Kyana - OSP Red
Twitter: @OSPyoutube
Instagram: @overly.sarcastic.productions
Overly Sarcastic Productions: https://www.youtube.com/c/OverlySarcasticProductionsChannel/

Dani - Sophia Ricciardi
Twitter: @sophie_kay_
Instagram: @_sophie_kay
Moviestruck: https://moviestruck.transistor.fm/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/moviestruck

Finbar - Wally
Instagram: @stuckinspace
Twitter: @walpoleinspace
Portfolio: https://ghost_astronaut.artstation.com/

VR-LA - Noir
Twitter: @NoirGalaxies

Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address:
Austin Funk
1314 5th Ave
PO Box #1163
Bay Shore NY 11706

Campaign Art by @stuckinspace

Music by: Dominic Ricciardi
https://soundcloud.com/dominicricciardimusic
Featured Tracks:
Rolling with Difficulty Theme
Big Battle
Tea Time
Downtime 3

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Per Aspera Season 3 Episode 3: “Emi” Jan 20, 2023

Show notes

Off to pick up a precious moment for their new babysitter (and perhaps make some progress with Mystra), the crew of the Per Aspera returns to the plane Bytopia. Their simple mission is quickly sidetracked by a new arcane intelligence, and her mysteriously missing creator...
---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!---

Thank you to World Anvil for sponsoring today's adventure! Use code PLUG at checkout for 40% off yearly membership:
https://worldanvil.com/?c=rwd

Cast:
Dungeon Master - Austin Funk
Twitter: @atthefunk
The Set's Journal of Faerun: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/345568/The-Sets-Journal-of-Faerun-Vol-1?term=the+set

Kyana - OSP Red
Twitter: @OSPyoutube
Instagram: @overly.sarcastic.productions
Overly Sarcastic Productions: https://www.youtube.com/c/OverlySarcasticProductionsChannel/

Dani - Sophia Ricciardi
Twitter: @sophie_kay_
Instagram: @_sophie_kay
Moviestruck: https://moviestruck.transistor.fm/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/moviestruck

Finbar - Wally
Instagram: @stuckinspace
Twitter: @walpoleinspace
Portfolio: https://ghost_astronaut.artstation.com/

VR-LA - Noir
Twitter: @NoirGalaxies

Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address:
Austin Funk
1314 5th Ave
PO Box #1163
Bay Shore NY 11706

Campaign Art by @stuckinspace

Music by: Dominic Ricciardi
https://soundcloud.com/dominicricciardimusic
Featured Tracks:
Rolling with Difficulty Theme
Big Downtime
Tea Time
Goofin with Difficulty
Downtime 3

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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