The Adventure Zone

The McElroys
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Mar 19, 2026 • 1h 2min

The Adventure Zone Royale: Episode 20

The wizards reap the rewards of having survived their last trial, but the circumstances of their respective wins are cause for both celebration and consternation. Royale Theme: “Wizard Disco” by Louie Zong: https://louiezong.bandcamp.com/album/wizard-disco Original Music by Griffin McElroy Additional Music in this Episode: "Fireball", "Night Sky", and "Simple Song" by Jar of Flies: https://jaroffliesofficial.bandcamp.com/; "The Fae" by Mark Lingard: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/mark-lingard/; "Moulds Sun" by 10 Echo: https://10echo.bandcamp.com/; "Pearly Carapice", "Skin Writhes Anxious" by ROZKOL: https://rozkol.bandcamp.com/;  “If You Can't Be the Sun, Be the Sun” by Schemawound http://schemawound.com/; "ATH" by Lex Villena: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2iwj2SqGnplhDIadeJ5bmy?si=9db2f1db3f7649c9&nd=1&dlsi=7a09f77fc450459a; "Jingle Bells Calm" and "Midnight Tale" by Kevin MacLeod:  https://incompetech.com/; "Death" by Holizna: https://holiznaroyaltyfree.bandcamp.com/;  and"tribute to eddy" by Jean Toba: https://jeantoba.blogspot.com/. Border Angels: https://www.borderangels.org/our-services.html
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Mar 5, 2026 • 1h 6min

The Adventure Zone Royale: Episode 19

The Trial of Conjuration, Part II The duels to the death continue with the arena fighting back as much as the wizards. But will they work around these dangers or use them to their advantage? Royale Theme: “Wizard Disco” by Louie Zong: https://louiezong.bandcamp.com/album/wizard-disco Original Music by Griffin McElroy Additional Music in this Episode: "Languid Dawn" by Blear Moon: https://blearmoon.bandcamp.com/;  "Skin Writhes Anxious",  and "III" by ROZKOL: https://rozkol.bandcamp.com/;  "When the Wick is Gone" by The Pangolins: "Night Sky" and "Simple Song" by Jar of Flies: https://jaroffliesofficial.bandcamp.com/; https://thepangolins.yolasite.com/; "Haunts" by Triple5 Here: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/triple5-here/'; and Moulds Sun" by 10 Echo: https://10echo.bandcamp.com/. Border Angels: https://www.borderangels.org/our-services.html
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Feb 19, 2026 • 1h 2min

The Adventure Zone Royale: Episode 18

The Trial of Conjuration, Part IRictus, Helgrammite, and Lorovith each face their biggest foes in a one-on-one battle, each with something unexpected up their sleeve. But the arenas have some unexpected dangers as well.Royale Theme: “Wizard Disco” by Louie Zong: https://louiezong.bandcamp.com/album/wizard-discoOriginal Music by Griffin McElroyAdditional Music in this Episode: "My Starship" and "The Unknown", by Jar of Flies: https://jaroffliesofficial.bandcamp.com/; "Time is Ticking" by Scott Holmes Music: https://scottholmesmusic.com/; "tribute to eddy" by Jean Toba: https://jeantoba.blogspot.com/; "III" and "Pearly Carapace" by ROZKOL: https://rozkol.bandcamp.com/; "Atmosphere for Documentaries" by Universfield: https://unil.ink/universfield; and "Languid Dawn" by Blear Moon: https://blearmoon.bandcamp.com/;Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota: https://www.ilcm.org/donate/
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Feb 5, 2026 • 1h 8min

The Adventure Zone Royale: Episode 17

Helgrammite, Loraveth, Rictus seek out who they perceive as their biggest threats, coming as a surprise for some of these opponents. But though the trials proclaim only one can survive, some of the wizards are ready to take their fate into their own hands.Royale Theme: “Wizard Disco” by Louie Zong: https://louiezong.bandcamp.com/album/wizard-discoOriginal Music by Griffin McElroyAdditional Music in this Episode: "Pure" by Jahzzar:  http://www.betterwithmusic.com/; "Atmosphere for Documentaries" by Universfield: https://unil.ink/universfield; "Moulds Sun" by 10 Echo: https://10echo.bandcamp.com/;  "When the Wick is Gone" by The Pangolins: https://thepangolins.yolasite.com/; “If You Can't Be the Sun, Be the Sun” and “The Redemption in Her Arms, the Light at the End of Her Tunnel" by Schemawound http://schemawound.com/; "Languid Dawn" by Blear Moon: https://blearmoon.bandcamp.com/; "tribute to eddy" by Jean Toba: https://jeantoba.blogspot.com/; "The Unknown" by Jar of Flies: https://jaroffliesofficial.bandcamp.com/; "A Rainbow in the Sewers" by Jangwa: https://www.petitesmaisons.it/jangwa/; "Haze" by Scott Holmes Music: https://scottholmesmusic.com/;  and "The Fae" by Mark Lingard: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/mark-lingard/.Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota: https://www.ilcm.org/donate/
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Jan 22, 2026 • 52min

The Adventure Zone Royale: Episode 16

The wizards face heartbreak as they cope with the death of a companion while uncovering the island's mysteries. A thrilling conjuration duel emerges, pitting Grakon against Loravith, challenging their honor and skills. Rictus converses with his ancestral ghost, exploring themes of family and afterlife, while Helgrammit grapples with panic at the bleak world outside the Fold. Tension rises as the spirit of Death warns Rictus, hinting at deeper uncertainties ahead. The stakes have never been higher!
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Jan 8, 2026 • 1h 41min

The Adventure Zone: Dadlands 4: Don’t Cry Uncle

Brennan Lee Mulligan, a renowned game master and writer from Dimension 20, guides the group through a chaotic and humorous narrative in this live Dadlands edition. The dads – Brickett, Guy, Red, and Chip – must confront the evil Uncles, including Walton Goggins. With unique mechanics and surreal challenges, they battle through conceptual space, facing off in cornhole matches and summoning allies. Expect twisted alliances and unexpected transformations, as they navigate their surreal adventure to reclaim the essence of FAMLEE!
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Dec 18, 2025 • 1h 2min

The Adventure Zone Royale: Episode 15

The Trial of Transmutation, Part IIIt’s sink or swim as the wizards must use their new skills cleverly — or drown. Rictus, Helgrammite, and Loraveth try to survive while still remembering their promises and alliances.Royale Theme: “Wizard Disco” by Louie Zong: https://louiezong.bandcamp.com/album/wizard-discoOriginal Music by Griffin McElroyAdditional Music in this Episode:"tribute to eddy" by Jean Toba: https://jeantoba.blogspot.com/; and “The Redemption in Her Amrs” by Schemawound: http://schemawound.com/.Harmony House: https://harmonyhousewv.com/
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Dec 4, 2025 • 1h 17min

The Adventure Zone Royale: Episode 14

The Trial of Transmutation, Part IIt is once again each wizard for themselves as the next trial starts upon a towering staircase, only to be finished when four aspirants have met their end. Above lies glory and prizes; below, watery depths and hungry eels.Royale Theme: “Wizard Disco” by Louie Zong: https://louiezong.bandcamp.com/album/wizard-discoOriginal Music by Griffin McElroyAdditional Music in this Episode: "My Starship", "Fireball", and "Sunny Day" by Jar of Flies: https://jaroffliesofficial.bandcamp.com/; "tribute to eddy" by Jean Toba: https://jeantoba.blogspot.com/; “If You Can't Be the Sun, Be the Sun” by Schemawound: http://schemawound.com/; annd "PULL" by Nctrnm: https://soundcloud.com/nctrnm.Harmony House: https://harmonyhousewv.com/
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Nov 20, 2025 • 1h 6min

The Adventure Zone Royale: Episode 13

Wizards cash in their prizes while exploring a mysterious island. Hellgramit gets curious at the Crystallarium, peeking inside and facing a memory purge as a consequence. Loraveth indulges in a unique spa experience, complete with a bear-sized mage hand massage, leading to unexpected shenanigans. The trio gathers to choose new spells and random magical items, including an Artificial Banana Peel. Each character's choices set the stage for thrilling adventures ahead!
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Nov 6, 2025 • 59min

The Adventure Zone Royale: Episode 12

Having barely survived the last trial, Rictus, Hellgrammite, and Lorovith assess the competition and take some time for revenge . . . or pranks.Royale Theme: “Wizard Disco” by Louie Zong: https://louiezong.bandcamp.com/album/wizard-discoOriginal Music by Griffin McElroyAdditional Music in this Episode: "When the Wick is Gone" by The Pangolins: https://thepangolins.yolasite.com/; "ATH" by Lex Villena: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2iwj2SqGnplhDIadeJ5bmy?si=9db2f1db3f7649c9&nd=1&dlsi=7a09f77fc450459a; "Death" by Holizna: https://holiznaroyaltyfree.bandcamp.com/; "Jingle Bells Calm" by Kevin MacLeod:  https://incompetech.com/; "Simple Song" by Jar of Flies: https://jaroffliesofficial.bandcamp.com/; "Foresight" by Serat: https://blear-moon.com; "tribute to eddy" by Jean Toba: https://jeantoba.blogspot.com/; “If You Can't Be the Sun, Be the Sun” by Schemawound http://schemawound.com/; "Moulds Sun" by 10 Echo: https://10echo.bandcamp.com/; "Sound the Alarms" by Kirk Osamayo: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/kirk-osamayo/; and "Languid Dawn" by Blear Moon: https://blearmoon.bandcamp.com/.Native American Aid: https://nativepartnership.org/naa/

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