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- 3 days ago1h 55m
Rock and Flame | Critical Role | Campaign 4, Episode 34 | Part 1
Part 1This episode is sponsored byAn attempt to harry the Tachonis procession leads to the discovery of an attack on the fey at Hawthorn's Glade...New Episodes Release Weekly on Thursdays.Learn more about Campaign 4 at https://critrole.com/campaign4/ GET MORE CAMPAIGN 4 WITH BEACONWe're excited to bring you even MORE Campaign 4 with a Beacon membership! Get access to exclusive shows like our behind-the-scenes Critical Role Cooldown and ask the Campaign 4 cast your burning questions directly through our LIVE monthly Fireside Chats.You'll also receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant ad-free access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord.Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to everything Critical Role!OFFICIAL CAMPAIGN 4 CASTGAME MASTER Brennan Lee Mulligan Laura Bailey as ThimbleLuis Carazo as Azune NayarRobbie Daymond as Kattigan ValeAabria Iyengar as Thaisha LloyTaliesin Jaffe as Bolaire LathaliaAshley Johnson as VaelusMatthew Mercer as Sir Julien DavinosWhitney Moore as TyrannyLiam O’Brien as Halandil ""Hal"" FangMarisha Ray as Murray Mag’NessonSam Riegel as Wicander ""Wick"" HalovarAlexander Ward as Occtis TachonisTravis Willingham as Teor PridesireCREDITSProduced by Maxwell James, Steve Failows, & Kyle ShireSet Designed by Shaun EllisProduction Designer: Noxweiler Berf Character Art by Loren HontanillaEdited by Taylor Burke and Emily ""Stevie"" StevensonCritical Role Announcement Playhouse Editor: Vinny CelestiOpening Title Editor: Paul FoyderOpening Title Colorist: Peter Koocheradis Window Effects by Christian BrownGraphic Design by Aaron Monroy & Jordyn TorrenceDol-Makjar art by Daniel Jiménez VillalbaMiniatures Painted by Payton Keo LacebalOpening Title Theme by Neal AcreeCampaign 4 Key art by Hannah FriederichsAdditional Art & Design by Hannah FriederichsEpisode QC by Catherine Zimmerman & Paula FloresAssistant Editor: Gianna GencarellaPost Production Coordinators: M Swing & Bryn HubbardClosed Caption Editing by Margaret Dill, Nikki Kindelberger, Courtney Knewtson, Danielle Lackie, Eleanor Smith-Dufresne & Alice TsoiPost Production Supervisor: Tal LevitasHEALTH & WELL-BEINGDue to the improv nature of Critical Role and other RPG content on our channels, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some to handle. If certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping that particular episode.Your health and well-being is important to us and Psycom has a great list of international mental health resources, in case it’s useful: http://bit.ly/PsycomResourcesFOLLOW CRITICAL ROLE!Website: https://www.critrole.comNewsletter: https://critrole.com/newsletterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/criticalroleTwitter: https://twitter.com/criticalroleInstagram: https://instagram.com/critical_roleTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@criticalrole Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 5 days ago2h 7m
Off-Balance | Critical Role | Campaign 4, Episode 33 Part 2
Part 2 The Schemers dip into the political landscape of Dol-Makjar, but moves from their local enemies complicate their plans... New Episodes Release Weekly on Thursdays. Learn more about Campaign 4 at https://critrole.com/campaign4/ GET MORE CAMPAIGN 4 WITH BEACON We're excited to bring you even MORE Campaign 4 with a Beacon membership! Get access to exclusive shows like our behind-the-scenes Critical Role Cooldown and ask the Campaign 4 cast your burning questions directly through our LIVE monthly Fireside Chats. You'll also receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant ad-free access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord. Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to everything Critical Role! OFFICIAL CAMPAIGN 4 CAST GAME MASTER Brennan Lee Mulligan Laura Bailey as Thimble Luis Carazo as Azune Nayar Robbie Daymond as Kattigan Vale Aabria Iyengar as Thaisha Lloy Taliesin Jaffe as Bolaire Lathalia Ashley Johnson as Vaelus Matthew Mercer as Sir Julien Davinos Whitney Moore as Tyranny Liam O’Brien as Halandil "Hal" Fang Marisha Ray as Murray Mag’Nesson Sam Riegel as Wicander "Wick" Halovar Alexander Ward as Occtis Tachonis Travis Willingham as Teor Pridesire CREDITS Produced by Maxwell James, Steve Failows, & Kyle Shire Set Designed by Shaun Ellis Production Designer: Noxweiler Berf Character Art by Loren Hontanilla Edited by Taylor Burke and Emily "Stevie" Stevenson Critical Role Announcement Playhouse Editor: Vinny Celesti Opening Title Editor: Paul Foyder Opening Title Colorist: Peter Koocheradis Window Effects by Christian Brown Graphic Design by Aaron Monroy & Jordyn Torrence Dol-Makjar art by Daniel Jiménez Villalba Miniatures Painted by Payton Keo Lacebal Opening Title Theme by Neal Acree Campaign 4 Key art by Hannah Friederichs Additional Art & Design by Hannah Friederichs Episode QC by Catherine Zimmerman & Paula Flores Assistant Editor: Gianna Gencarella Post Production Coordinators: M Swing & Bryn Hubbard Closed Caption Editing by Margaret Dill, Nikki Kindelberger, Courtney Knewtson, Danielle Lackie, Eleanor Smith-Dufresne & Alice Tsoi Post Production Supervisor: Tal Levitas HEALTH & WELL-BEING Due to the improv nature of Critical Role and other RPG content on our channels, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some to handle. If certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping that particular episode. Your health and well-being is important to us and Psycom has a great list of international mental health resources, in case it’s useful: http://bit.ly/PsycomResources Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks agonarrative2h 22m7-min read
Off-Balance | Critical Role | Campaign 4, Episode 33 Part1
This episode of Critical Role's Campaign 4 delves into the aftermath of a revolutionary play that reignited spiritual and political tensions in Dolmachiar, setting the stage for personal reckonings, hidden alliances, and looming conflict between noble houses and divine forces. The narrative centers on fractured loyalties, moral ambiguity, and the cost of rebellion.
- 1 weeks agoconversational1h 28m6-min read
Road of Dreams | Critical Role | Campaign 4, Episode 32 Part 2
The party awakens in a magical fairy cave after a surreal dream and discovers they can now traverse vast distances via the mystical Miller's Road. They reunite with an old ally, Olbid Vael, a gnomish enchanter and telescope-wielding smuggler, whose daughters have been turned to stone by the villainous Taconus family. With intel on enemy caravans and a newfound determination, the group rallies to intercept Primus Taconus’s forces, slow their advance, and rescue the petrified children — all while wrestling with moral dilemmas, fatherly rage, and the unsettling presence of Belair, a sentient cursed mask.
- 2 weeks agonarrative2h 11m6-min read
Road of Dreams | Critical Role | Campaign 4, Episode 32 Part 1
The episode opens with a haunting dream sequence that delves into the inner traumas of the characters, particularly Cadigan and Julian, while introducing a surreal dreamscape tied to a newly formed fey moon crystal. The narrative weaves personal grief, magical visions, and metaphysical threats into a rich tapestry that sets the tone for Campaign 4 of Critical Role.
- 2 weeks agoroundtable1h 1m5-min read
Tale Gate | Episode 4 | Discussing Up To C4E31
The Critical Role cast reunites for a post-arc discussion on their new talkback show Tailgate, reflecting on emotional character moments, major deaths, and evolving relationships in Campaign 4’s Convergence arc, while celebrating fan art and teasing future developments. The episode blends heartfelt character analysis, meta-commentary on role-playing, and playful in-jokes, capturing the ensemble’s deep investment in storytelling and community.
- 2 weeks agonarrative1h 22m6-min read
Darktow | Echoes of Exandria | Edinburgh Live Show 2026 Part 2
The episode concludes a high-stakes battle at the Throne Roost, where the Mighty Nein confront the tyrannical Plank King, survive devastating attacks, and ultimately overthrow him in a cathartic climax that blends humor, emotional payoff, and dramatic character moments. This finale delivers long-awaited narrative closure, showcasing the group’s evolution through intense combat, witty banter, and deeply personal stakes.
- 3 weeks agoconversational2h 32m5-min read
Darktow | Echoes of Exandria | Edinburgh Live Show 2026 Part 1
The Critical Role cast performs a live, high-stakes Dungeons & Dragons session at Edinburgh Castle, where Kingsley, presumed dead after being thrown into the sea, returns to rally the crew against the corrupt Plank King, who’s turning Darkto into a criminal empire. After reclaiming their ship and battling assassins, the party faces ballistae, fireballs, and a magical portcullis before storming the throne roost — only to be met with a mysterious, charging arcane device.
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