The end of a long and solemn road trip. Fran takes, then gives back. JJ gives up their only chance. Gordon names another pet(?). Ibra makes real contact.  -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod -- sponsors -- - Dispatch, a superhero workplace comedy game where choices matter. Pick it up now for PC or PS5! -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, Mayanna Berrin & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Ibra: Bex Taylor-Klaus JJ: Lyn Rafil Fran: Mayanna Berrin Gordon: Ian McQuown Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It’s an absolutely jam-packed detour this week! SO much has happened since our last one. First off, we had to gush about our amazing experiences performing live at Comic-Con, and marvel at just how those prequel elements weave into our main story. And then we’ll dive deeper in with some bigger questions: Does Fran actually take caution from the cautionary tales in front of her? What are all those Constellation-sonas up to when Ibra’s too busy with their own moop? What’s the endgame for Gordon’s slime mold friend? How does playing conflict, romance, selfishness and strife work, exactly? And finally, we’ll get through the backlog of listener questions we’ve been letting pile up over the past couple of months. -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod -- sponsors -- - Tab for a Cause: Raise money while browsing the internet! Join our team at tabforacause.org/wanderingpath  -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, Mayanna Berrin & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Ibra: Bex Taylor-Klaus JJ: Lyn Rafil Fran: Mayanna Berrin Gordon: Ian McQuown Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The team gets the hell out of town. Is anything else out there? Ibra finds industry. Fran finds performance and ritual. Gordon finds domesticity. JJ finds a crossroads. -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod -- sponsors -- - Volante Designs: Badass clothing designs inspired by your favorite media! Use code “WANDERINGPATH” for 10% off at https://www.volantedesign.us  -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, Mayanna Berrin & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Ibra: Bex Taylor-Klaus JJ: Lyn Rafil Fran: Mayanna Berrin Gordon: Ian McQuown Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With secrets broadcast and authorities closing in, our heroes race to get out of dodge. Fran puts the pedal to the metal. Gordon spills the beans. JJ finds her animal instincts. Ibra signs up for the free trial. -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod -- sponsors -- - United By Blue: Creators of sustainable apparel and outdoor gear. Use code “WANDERINGPATH” for 20% off at https://unitedbyblue.com -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, Mayanna Berrin & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Ibra: Bex Taylor-Klaus JJ & Elodie: Lyn Rafil Fran: Mayanna Berrin Gordon: Ian McQuown Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Safety Brigade takes a job investigating static at the Come-Up campus radio tower. JJ plugs right in. Fran takes charge of the workforce. Gordon field-tests some new additives. Ibra pierces the foamy haze. Thanks so much to our special guest for this episode, Asher Silverman as Lev! -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod -- sponsors -- - Shaker & Spoon: Get $20 off your first box at shakerandspoon.com/wanderingpath  -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, Mayanna Berrin & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Ibra: Bex Taylor-Klaus JJ: Lyn Rafil Fran: Mayanna Berrin Gordon: Ian McQuown Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Step right up! Hurry hurry! Come one, come all, to see what future for our fair city is taking shape. Come enjoy a prequel to our main story, from live onstage at SDCC. Come on down… to Prosperity Fair! Play along at home – 24+:  Excelsior!  22-23: Humdinger!  17-21: Aces!  13-16: Spiffy!  8-12: Adequate.  4-7: Lousy…  1-3: Balderdash!  -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod -- sponsors -- - Tab for a Cause: Raise money while browsing the internet! Join our team at tabforacause.org/wanderingpath  -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, Mayanna Berrin & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Tant Voiture “TV”: Bex Taylor-Klaus Dr. Humerus Bones: Lyn Rafil Carlotta Cartwright: Mayanna Berrin Wendell Weaver: Ian McQuown Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The crew swirls around the eye of a deep dark storm, while still trying to help the little guys. JJ rides the caffeine wave. Fran puts her money where her mouth is. Ibra calls a solemn summit. Brama and Hima batten down the hatches. -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod -- sponsors -- - Volante Designs: Badass clothing designs inspired by your favorite media! Use code “WANDERINGPATH” for 10% off at https://www.volantedesign.us  -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, Mayanna Berrin & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Ibra: Bex Taylor-Klaus JJ: Lyn Rafil Fran & Brama: Mayanna Berrin Gordon & Hima: Ian McQuown Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After learning a shocking truth through Ibra’s magic tooth, a couple of personal crises put the investigation on the back-burner. Fran plays host. Ibra reaches across the divide. JJ gets hopped up. Gordon puts together a special tasting. -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod -- sponsors -- - United By Blue: Creators of sustainable apparel and outdoor gear. Use code “WANDERINGPATH” for 20% off at https://unitedbyblue.com -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, Mayanna Berrin & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Ibra: Bex Taylor-Klaus JJ: Lyn Rafil Gordon & Hima: Ian McQuown Fran: Mayanna Berrin Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After an exhausting day in void-space, the squad returns home to rest and ponder. Gordon finds a new sourdough recipe. Fran examines an older model. Ibra leans on unlikely allies. JJ puts in an honest day’s work. -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod Come see us LIVE at SDCC in San Diego, CA July 24-27! -- sponsors -- - Shaker & Spoon: Get $20 off your first box at shakerandspoon.com/wanderingpath  -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, Mayanna Berrin & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Ibra: Bex Taylor-Klaus JJ: Lyn Rafil Gordon: Ian McQuown Fran & Brama: Mayanna Berrin Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome back to the Detour! This week we can’t stop talking about how much fun we had at our live show at WonderCon 2025, playing new characters and interacting with fans! The callouts, the submitted skate-trick names, the will-they-won’t-they between all of our Junior Skate Champs… truly an experience we will never forget. Once we settle down from that, we get into the conclusion of the abandoned factory quest, where that leads our characters for the next arc, and what the hell the players think it all means so far. Finally and as usual, we’ll answer a few deep questions from you, our fabulous listeners. -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod -- sponsors -- - Mage Hand Press, creators of the incredible Valda’s Spire of Secrets - now EVEN MORE available on D&D Beyond! Find out more at magehandpress.com -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, Mayanna Berrin & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Ibra: Bex Taylor-Klaus JJ: Lyn Rafil Gordon: Ian McQuown Fran: Mayanna Berrin Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we’re bringing you the audio from our very first live show - the 16th Annual New Prosper Junior Skate Invitational! Just a friendly sporting contest to see who can skate the best, with absolutely no combat whatsoever! …Or is it? Either way, it’ll be totally wicked! -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod -- sponsors -- - Mage Hand Press, creators of the incredible Valda’s Spire of Secrets - now EVEN MORE available on D&D Beyond! Find out more at magehandpress.com -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, Mayanna Berrin & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Squat Shepherd: Bex Taylor-Klaus Stella Snyder: Lyn Rafil Neil “The Darkness”: Ian McQuown Tracy Turner: Mayanna Berrin Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Brigade remains determined to rescue Sayka from whatever half-dimension the Beast has trapped her in. Gordon scoops the bag. JJ lays her body on the line. Fran flies higher than ever before. Ibra rides like the wind. -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod -- sponsors -- - Tab for a Cause: Raise money while browsing the internet! Join our team at tabforacause.org/wanderingpath  -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, Mayanna Berrin & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Ibra: Bex Taylor-Klaus JJ: Lyn Rafil Gordon: Ian McQuown Fran: Mayanna Berrin Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The space underneath the abandoned Heron Industries factory seems to go on forever - can they reach Sayka in time? Fran gets pulled in up to the shoulder. Gordon shows dominance. Ibra pledges fealty. JJ traces connections to their source. -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod -- sponsors -- - Mage Hand Press, creators of the incredible Valda’s Spire of Secrets - now available on D&D Beyond! Find out more at magehandpress.com -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, Mayanna Berrin & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Ibra: Bex Taylor-Klaus JJ: Lyn Rafil Gordon: Ian McQuown Fran: Mayanna Berrin Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We were supposed to record the next story episode, but Mischa’s in a lot of pain, so we had to postpone - a thing that happens sometimes when your GM has a chronic illness! So we talk a little about that instead, and then dive deeper into the mind of General Shinmar, truly one of the characters of all time. We skate past the skate contest a little bit because the players really wanna know what’s down in that basement?? Who could say? And of course, we’ll answer some questions from our beautiful listeners! -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod -- sponsors -- - Mage Hand Press, creators of the incredible Valda’s Spire of Secrets - now available on D&D Beyond! Find out more at magehandpress.com -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, Mayanna Berrin & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Ibra: Bex Taylor-Klaus JJ: Lyn Rafil Gordon: Ian McQuown Fran: Mayanna Berrin Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The teens take our crew on a tour of the abandoned factory. Fran leaves no rubble pile unturned. Gordon befriends foes. JJ finds a new favorite tool. Ibra charges into darkness.  Thanks so much to our special guest for this episode, Kristen DiMercurio as Andri! -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod -- sponsors -- - Mage Hand Press, creators of the incredible Valda’s Spire of Secrets - now available on D&D Beyond! Find out more at magehandpress.com -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, Mayanna Berrin & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Ibra: Bex Taylor-Klaus JJ: Lyn Rafil Gordon: Ian McQuown Fran: Mayanna Berrin Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The crew checks out the abandoned factory - but can they convince the skate-teens they’re cool enough?? Fran makes her mark. Ibra goes for the big combo. JJ passes on crucial wisdom. Gordon faces his worst enemies yet. Thanks so much to our special guest for this episode, Kristen DiMercurio as Andri! -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod -- sponsors -- - Volante Designs: Badass clothing designs inspired by your favorite media! Use code “WANDERINGPATH” for 10% off at https://www.volantedesign.us  -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, Mayanna Berrin & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Ibra: Bex Taylor-Klaus JJ: Lyn Rafil Gordon: Ian McQuown Fran: Mayanna Berrin Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Questions hang heavy in the air after the RAC rally wraith attacks… Could answers lie within General Shinmar’s book? (Probably.) Gordon cooks up a big batch. Ibra reforges bonds. JJ takes charge. Fran spins a new web of ideas. Thanks so much to our special guest for this episode, Reed Sights as General Shinmar! -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod Come see us LIVE at WonderCon, Sunday March 30th at 12pm! -- sponsors -- - Project Ghostlight, featuring their new story “Private Nightmares.” New episodes airing every other Friday! Check out their channels and learn more at patreon.com/projectghostlight -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, Mayanna Berrin & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Ibra: Bex Taylor-Klaus JJ: Lyn Rafil Gordon: Ian McQuown Fran & Brama: Mayanna Berrin Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome back to the Detour! Even though we’re missing Ian in this recording - he had better, cooler things to do than record with us nerds - we still get into it: Fran’s memories, Ibra’s privilege & legacy, JJ’s feelings about Samira… we’ll talk about Javi, Brama, Ravona, Cecilia, Thorgunn, and more! Among them all, we’ll try to crack open how to make a compelling NPC for your story. And of course, we’ll answer some questions from you, our wonderful listeners! -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod Come see us LIVE at WonderCon in Anaheim, CA! -- sponsors -- - Project Ghostlight, featuring their new story “Private Nightmares.” New episodes airing every other Friday! Check out their channels and learn more at patreon.com/projectghostlight -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Ibra: Bex Taylor-Klaus JJ: Lyn Rafil Gordon: Ian McQuown Fran: Mayanna Berrin Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

All hell breaks loose when Ravona and her Strike Team invade the Radical Action Collective’s rally! Gordon thinks big. Ibra brokers a truce. JJ leans on trust. Fran fixes a gadget. -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod Come see us LIVE at WonderCon in Anaheim, CA! -- sponsors -- - United By Blue: Creators of sustainable apparel and outdoor gear. Use code “WANDERINGPATH” for 20% off at https://unitedbyblue.com -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, & Mischa Stanton Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Ibra: Bex Taylor-Klaus JJ: Lyn Rafil Gordon: Ian McQuown Fran: Mayanna Berrin Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The ordinary world intrudes upon our fantastical quest. Ibra’s grip slips. Fran throws herself into her work. Gordon burns the fumes. JJ holds hearts in their hands.    -- links -- Website: wanderingpathpod.com Support our show: patreon.com/wanderingpathpod   -- sponsors -- - Shaker & Spoon: Get $20 off your first box at shakerandspoon.com/wanderingpath    -- cast & crew -- Created by Mischa Stanton Produced by Bex Taylor-Klaus, Lyn Rafil, & Mischa Stanton   Gamemaster: Mischa Stanton Ibra: Bex Taylor-Klaus JJ: Lyn Rafil Gordon: Ian McQuown Fran: Mayanna Berrin   Sound design: Mischa Stanton Cover art: Lyn Rafil Transcript assistance: Darby Summers Music: Independent Music Licensing Collective Production & House Manager: Erin Bark   -- about -- The Wandering Path is an actual-play podcast putting complex characters, resonant themes and engaging new mechanics at the heart of immersive adventures. We’re making the stories we want to see in the world, one game session at a time! Join us for our first season, as we dive to the heart of the City of New Prosper: a techno-magical metropolis on the rise, where those who seek to craft themselves a new future will first have to settle the debts they owe the past. New episodes every other Monday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.